Shannon, now a full-time student at Derby University, attended Derby College to do her Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design. Here’s what she had to say about her journey through college and beyond. Her time at Derby College “My time at Derby College helped me to realise my passion for painting and drawing. It was [Read more…]
Jack Simpson studied a HNC (Higher National Certificate) in Manufacturing Engineering at Derby College. He is now a successful CAD Designer. Here is his story. Finding the right path “While everyone back in the school days always knew they wanted to be an architect, graphic designer or become a doctor; I was one [Read more…]
Derby College has teamed up with colleagues at Gateshead College to launch a research project into the skills shortages and limited engagement in Construction degree courses. The BRIDGE project has been supported by the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEGCE) Catalyst Fund and has been prompted by a Construction Skills Network report which has highlighted [Read more…]
A mature learner at Derby College has reached the national finals of the Skillbuild competition which will be held at Birmingham’s NEC in November (16 – 18). Haralds Jonans (37) from Chaddesden is originally from Latvia. He is one of more than 20 deaf learners who attend Derby College – supported by signers in the [Read more…]
