When Faye decided to study on a higher education course in with us, she was looking for a supportive environment where she could develop her skills and explore her future career options. Since starting the course, she’s grown in confidence, embraced new challenges and gained a clearer understanding of where she wants her career to take her.
We caught up with Faye to find out more about her higher education journey.
Why did you decide to study a higher education course at Gateshead College?
I chose to study at Gateshead College because I love the college. It’s such a welcoming environment – everyone is friendly, easy to talk to and there’s so much support available.
What attracted you to this higher education course instead of going to university?
I already knew what the lecturers were like and I knew they would give me the support I needed. The course also offered placement opportunities, which I wouldn’t have had at university.
How have you found studying at this level?
It’s definitely been more challenging, but it’s been completely manageable. The resources provided by the lecturers and the support available throughout the course have really helped.
What aspects of the course have helped you succeed so far?
The encouragement from the staff has been a huge help, especially at the beginning. We didn’t realise quite how much of a step up it would be, but the support from the lecturers helped us settle in and succeed.
How is this course helping you progress towards your career goals?
It’s given me a much clearer idea of what I want to do. Before starting the course, I didn’t really have a plan, but now I’m beginning to understand what I want from my future career.
Have you developed any new skills or confidence that will help you in the workplace?
Definitely. Working on projects and delivering presentations has really improved my confidence. I now feel comfortable standing in front of people and speaking, which is something I wouldn’t have felt confident doing before.
Has studying this course changed how you see your future career?
Yes, it’s helped me understand what I want from a career. Through studying different topics, you start to learn more about the kind of workplace and environment that’s right for you.
What would you say to someone thinking about returning to education or changing careers?
I’d definitely recommend it. If I could do it all again, I’d come back here in a heartbeat. The course has helped me move from one career idea to another and given me a much clearer direction for the future.
If you had to sum up your experience of the course in one sentence, what would it be?
Absolutely incredible.
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