Jamie described Sunderland College as interesting, exciting and career-focused.
While studying at the college, Jamie took part in extra-curricular activities to complement his learning.
He said: “I’ve really enjoyed my time at Sunderland College and everything about my course. I’ve had loads of opportunities to develop my social and leadership skills and have found the course really interesting.
“I’ve always been interested in art and have always known what I’ve wanted to do for a career and Sunderland College is getting me closer to making that a reality.”
Jamie, who was nominated for a Young Achiever’s Award while studying at Sunderland College went on to win an award at the College’s end of year celebration for his time volunteering at a homeless shelter in Silksworth.
He is now progressing to the University of Sunderland to study Illustration.
Without Sunderland College I would not be where I am today designing for hotels and bars and supplying products all over the world.
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I’ve had the best time at Sunderland College. My class is like a family; we are all best friends. The lecturers were so supportive and helpful and were always available when you needed them.
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My time at Sunderland College has really helped me build my confidence. I’ve definitely developed my social skills. I was always really shy, but through my course my confidence has grown as the lecturers really encouraged us to work collaboratively and in teams.
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98% of our students progress to a positive destination
*Destination data for Sunderland College students aged 16-18, academic year 2017/18).
Our achievement rates are well above the national average.
We are the College of the Year.
(*Top college nationally for BTECs, Pearson 2019)
100% of our HND and HNC students progressed to employment or further study.
(*Destination data, academic year 2016/17, HNC 19+)
We have recently invested £50 million in our facilities.
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