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Achieve ISSUE 2 STUDENT HITS THE RIGHT NOTE - Singer-Songwriter Pens Career Success GLOBAL EXPANSION PROJECT - Engineer Leaves Mark on THE APPRENTICESHIP Transformation Design EFFECT - Ambitious Apprentice Lands Management Position UNIVERSITY SUCCESS - Future Filmmaker Writes the Script for Job Success STUDENT EXPERIENCE - Add Value to Your Studies and Enrich your Learning FREE RETURN COACHES FOR BURY COLLEGE STUDENTS WELCOME to Bury College ROCHDALE/RAWTENSTALL In this issue we are delighted to share with you the exceptional achievements of our current and former students. We are very proud of our learners and the progress they make, supported ROCHDALE by the exceptional teaching and education at Bury College. This edition also highlights some of the wide range of BOLTON NORTH opportunities that are available to you. The range of clubs and societies and various enrichment programmes ensure that NORTH MANCHESTER/BURY SOUTH there is something for everyone at Bury College! MIDDLETON/HEYWOOD Your Future - Your Success LITTLEBOROUGH Name: Naomi Bynon Former School: Bury Church of England High School BOLTON SOUTH Achievement: Performing Arts (D*, D*, D*) and A Level Combined English C MOSTON Next step: SLP College to study Musical Theatre Name: Connor Moorhouse Name: Savannah Shaw Former school: Oulder Hill Former school: Community School Harper Green School Achievement: A Levels – Achievement: Animal History (A), Ancient History Management (D*, D*, D*) (A), Mathematics (C) Next step: Undertaking The University Dog Grooming training Next step: of Manchester to study Ancient History Name: Daimian Chaudhary Former school: Abraham Moss Community School Achievement: Engineering (D*, D*, D*) Next step: Manchester Metropolitan to study Mechanical Engineering Bus routes and times of may be liable to change. For more information about travel services at Bury College please contact the Students Services team. www.burycollege.ac.uk/freecoaches • Telephone: 0161 280 8421 Manchester Airport Expansion Project Allows Engineers Career to Take Off Ambitious Chris Edwards has secured a Higher Apprenticeship in Engineering “I feel extremely at William Hare Group and is working on multi-million pound development grateful for the projects across the UK. support of my tutors Upon completion of his Bury College Level 3 Engineering Diploma, Chris was delighted to have the opportunity to gain and that they have experience working at a business which has been recognised as one of the UKs leading driven me towards independent steel fabrication companies. the success of TOP 10% Proud to have been appointed as a IN THE COUNTRY FOR Technical Apprentice at HARE, Chris is securing a job in currently working on the high profile £1bn transformation project at Manchester the Engineering PROGRESS IN Airport where he is updating drawings of the new super terminal. industry.” ENGLISH Chris Edwards & MATHS Former Philips High School pupil Department for Education Performance Table - January 2019 We are so proud of our Vocational students who achieved a 98.9% pass rate for Vocational Level 3 courses in 2018! The Junior Doctors Will See You Now 99% A LEVEL PASS RATE Junior doctors from The University of Manchester Doctors, vets and dentists of the future were given a glimpse in to their future “Today has been careers when a trio of junior doctors 98.9%PASS RATE FOR visited Bury College A Level students. really good and it Students from The University of was great to gain Manchester visited Bury College A Level VOCATIONAL Science learners to deliver engaging workshops and discuss future career an understanding LEVEL 3 COURSES opportunities. The workshop was delivered by Fastbleep, an about the interview organisation which gives people the skills to apply process to apply to medical school as well as an introduction to medicine.” to what it would be like to be a doctor. Amy Duckworth Former The Elton High School pupil studying A Level Biology, Chemistry and Maths Meet our Former Student An exceptionally talented singer-songwriter has put her career centre stage as she impresses live audiences gigging across the nation. Meet Charlotte Kinsella, a former Bury College Music superstar student and rising Country star. Age: 25 List three words that sums up your Bury College experience? Former High School: Supportive, fun and collaborative. Tottington High School The advice I would give to future Bury College Bury College Student: 2010 - 2012 students would be: If you have a passion or an interest in Bury College Qualifications: something then college is the best way to help Level 3 BTEC Music Diploma you achieve your long-term career goal. What happened when you left Bury College? During 2013-2016 I studied a Songwriting Degree at BIMM, an award winning UK Music University. Studying this degree allowed me to What I took away gain the knowledge, skills and experience to from my Bury College then progress my career within a competitive industry. I was delighted to achieve a 2:1 BA experience… Hons degree. • My confidence really improved which helps me when What are you up to now? I am performing After graduating in 2016, my career reached 1 a new high after I was picked up on Spotify by • I became more independent London based record producers, The Animal which supported my transition Farm. I went on to record and release four to university singles and now regularly gig to live audiences. • I learnt how to network with Tell us about your proudest moment different musicians allowing to date? me to maximise different One of my singles Coward was featured on opportunities the Ladies of Country TV Show on Sky’s Keep it Country TV. In December 2018, they aired a special New Year programme and played a number of songs which they considered to be their highlights of the year. My song was 2 3 4 narrowed down to appear within the top 6 and I was so proud to be featured amongst famous country singers. 1 Performing at the Bolton Food Festival 2018. 2 & 3 Charlotte at the launch of her single Dreamer. 4 On a photoshoot at the Great Northern Warehouse on Deansgate in Manchester where Charlotte filmed the music video to her single Dreamer. GET MORE Apprenticeship Serves Being a part of the Bury College community means Future Progression you can enjoy the added extras - allowing you to get more from your Bury College experience. 1 1. FREE Breakfast 2 3. Discounted 2. FREE use of the Starbucks Bury College gym products 3 A Hospitality Management apprentice “I am really enjoying 4 has been appointed as the General Manager at an award winning Bury learning new skills 4. Studying in pub restaurant. whilst completing my the heart of Bury Town Centre Hettie Dewar is enjoying career success at The apprenticeship. My Victoria Walshaw, a family friendly eatery which Assessor is great and recently claimed a prestigious first place prize at the 2018 Made in Bury Business Awards. I receive regular visits 5. University style campus As General Manager, Hettie is responsible for where they help me with managing the staff, looking after the stock and assignments.” overseeing the general day-to-day running of 5 the business. Hettie is delighted to be gaining the knowledge, experience and qualification Hettie Dewar 6 which could one day lead her to owning her own Former Canon Slade School pupil business within the hospitality industry. 6. Student-run Salon, Travel Shop, Restaurant and Bistro APPRENTICESHIPS AND TRAINING Trips and Visits Academic trips and visits allows you to further University Success develop your skills and experience new things. These have included UK and overseas trips, university visits, class trips and visits to A determined Media student has locations of interest. undertaken a qualification which she is hoping will lead her to achieve her career goal as a Film Director. Kaitlyn Jackson completed her Bury College Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production in 2018 and was delighted to secure a place on the Creative Media Production HND course at Bury College University Centre. Enrich your Learning Kaitlyn is enjoying receiving professional training in the new industry standard Digital Media Centre which boasts broadcast quality production equipment including a green Our wide range of enrichment screen digital studio and professional editing facilities. opportunities include Accentu8 Performing Arts Club, College Magazine, Debating Society and Sports Teams. “My course at Bury College University Centre is centred STUDENTEXPERIENCE around directing Make friends, learn a hobby and try something new with our range of innovative which means I am enrichment programmes which you can do outside of your lessons. gaining the skills Exceptional Facilities I need to progress Our state-of-art industry standard facilities include a brand new A Level Centre, Digital directly into industry.” Media Centre, Business Suite, Travel and Tourism Hub and Foundation Studies facilities Kaitlyn Jackson Former Woodhey High School pupil Work Experience ? As a Bury College student you can benefit from career enhancing work experience. Did you know? Placements have included; radio stations, hospitals, accountancies, laboratories and Once you finish your Bury College Level 3 qualification, you can progress directly engineering and manufacturing companies onto a Bury College University Centre course and receive a £500 bursary! Fundraising Across the Student’s Career Goes Bury College Community From Strength to Fundraising events and community initiatives are at the heart of the Bury College community. These opportunities allow students to develop key employability skills and knowledge in areas Strength such as event planning and marketing. Activities and events raise funds and awareness for national charities such as Comic Relief and Children in Need as well as many regional charities. Poppy Appeal Public Services students marked the 100 year anniversary of the First World War Christmas Appeal Staff and students donated hundreds of items to Lifeshare and Porch Boxes Foundation Studies programmes “I am really enjoying my provide opportunities for those who may have learning difficulties and/or Supported Internship Children in Need disabilities.