What have been the highlights?
I have really enjoyed my work placement as I have been able to see the reality of healthcare which has further inspired me to work in this environment. It has also widened my knowledge with how a hospital functions.

Did you undertake any work experience?
Yes, I worked at North Devon District Hospital for work experience, through the NHS. My experience was so beneficial and amazing. It has further confirmed my knowledge and passion for the NHS.

What do you plan to do when you leave À¦°óÇ¿¼é?
Go to university to study physiotherapy.

Any advice for someone picking the same course?
If you’re considering going into health care, join! It will be worth your time.

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What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, project?
The practical sessions where we learn and practice medical care like CPR, bandaging, blood samples, use of medical tools and more.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you decide your next steps?
I have been doing work experience at Medivet Northam which I found by looking local to my home and simply handed my CV in. This work experience has helped me make back up plans for after college if I don’t go to university.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I hope to go to university and study a degree in a veterinarian course, and if that doesn’t go to plan I will do an apprenticeship at my work experience.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
I would say there is so much you can do going forward with this course.

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What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, project?
I love how many trip opportunities there are, for example Exmoor Zoo. I also love how many animals there are to work with in the animal centre.

Have you got involved in any Enrichment activities, if so, which ones, and what did you enjoy most about them?
I have not, at the moment.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you decide your next steps?
Yes, I am currently doing work experience at Smoochy Poochy Dog Groomers in Braunton. I posted a facebook post asking for work experience and they reached out to me. My work experience has helped massively in my next steps.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I am thinking of taking a gap year and then I am going to look into creating a dog walking business or train to be a dog groomer.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
There’s a lot of information you need to remember for exams so make sure to take rests and try not to burn yourself out. It’s all worth it in the end!

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What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, project?
I enjoy the visits we do, learning about the biology and practical skills of the animal sector. I also enjoy learning about the management and business aspect of running a practice.

Have you got involved in any Enrichment activities, if so, which ones, and what did you enjoy most about them?
I haven’t yet but I am looking to join one!

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you decide your next steps?
I am currently doing work experience at The Littlest Wildlife Hotel, an animal rehabilitation centre in Alswear. I enjoy going there to help out with the animals, and it has solidified my plans of becoming a vet.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I plan to go to university and study veterinary medicine.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
Go for a course that reflects what you want to achieve.

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What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, project?
I really enjoy our practical sessions in the animal center as well as the trips we do.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you decide your next steps?
I have started my work experience at Combe Martin Wildlife Park and I really enjoy going there and going has helped me decide that I want to go into Zoology in the future.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I plan on going onto university or doing an internship apprenticeship.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
Do it! It’s a great course and the structure is amazing. It’s definitely worth it.

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What were/have been the highlights so far?
My highlight so far has been creating websites in groups with my friends

What do you most enjoy about studying at À¦°óÇ¿¼é?
It is a lot more open than school, not as many restrictions. You have more freedom to study as you’d like.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies?
I had an internal placement at the college for my T-Level course. It was very fun and helpful experience and I believe it will help me in the future.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
It was a really fun course for anyone that enjoys software development, networking, cyber security, ect. This course was a great continuation of the computer science GCSE and will prepare you for either full-time work or further education, depending on what you want to do. As a T Level course it is required to complete 315 hours of work experience, this will be helpful in your future while looking for work.

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What did you most enjoy about studying at À¦°óÇ¿¼é?
The teachers are supportive and really push you to fulfil your potential – they encourage you to go on to higher education. I joined the VetMed academy and that was absolutely brilliant, it helped with ucas applications and personal statements and the VetMed interview prep was really helpful. I made some really good friends who I am also going to university with. I also really like the lovely campus.

Do you have any future plans?
I’m going to Bristol Vet School (I still cant believe it!) which is a 5 year course. The plan at the moment is to become a livestock veterinarian.

Any advice for someone choosing the same course as you?
Have faith! There’s lots of support at À¦°óÇ¿¼é for you and the staff are really invested in your success.

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What have been the highlights so far?
My highlight so far has been the social side, I love seeing my friends.

What do you plan to do when you leave À¦°óÇ¿¼é?
I plan on getting a job.

Any advice for someone choosing the same course as you?
Just breathe once in a while!

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What made you choose your course?
I chose my course mainly because I wanted to continue to study the sciences that I learnt at GCSE.

What did you most enjoy about studying at À¦°óÇ¿¼é?
The staff are really good and attentive. I also did two Academies – VETMED and Environmental Sustainability – which were really good and a great addition to my studies as they linked to the scenes that I was doing. I particularly enjoyed a trip to Lundy where we explored the island, saw puffins, and spoke to rangers about how they run the island.

What are your future plans?
I am heading to Swansea to study Zoology. I have always wanted to study animal or plant science. At first I thought about becoming a vet but zoology fitted more with the courses I wanted to study. I then hope to move into research and do a doctorate or work in the industry studying wildlife.

Do you have any advice for someone choosing the same course as you?
Find what works for you and make the most of your time as it goes really quickly!

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What made you choose your course?
I was doing a course before and it wasn’t for me. However, I had a passion for midwifery and decided to go with my gut. I was told about T Levels and as soon as I heard about placements that sealed the deal!

What did you most enjoy about studying at À¦°óÇ¿¼é?
I most enjoyed the placements and getting the whole work experience, over 300 hrs in a work environment which you don’t get on any other course

Do you have any future plans?
I have got a place at the University of South Wales, studying a foundation course in Community Health and Wellbeing, which is a stepping stone course to Midwifery. This would then lead me on to become a midwife.

Any advice for someone choosing the same course as you?
Take in all of it, everything is so important, especially with placements, and ask as many questions as you can. You might find one placement you aren’t keen on, but keep your options open. T Levels are fantastic – my whole group has done amazingly!

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