University of Derby – Buxton (UoDB) sees high pass rates for another consecutive year
Another fantastic day of results and a successful first day of enrolment arrived at Buxton’s iconic Devonshire Dome on Thursday 21st August, as hundreds of young people from across Derbyshire , Staffordshire, and Cheshire opened their GCSE and Level 2 results, and brand-new students enrolled on vocational programmes at the University of Derby – Buxton.
Tim Binns, Operations Manager at the University of Derby – Buxton said, ‘The overall pass rates last week for students on our Level 3 programmes was a phenomenal 99.4%, and it’s been fantastic to see this trend continue with Level 2 and GCSE results. Especially with GCSE national pass rates falling, we’re thrilled to have seen an increase on last year’s results.
‘Earlier this academic year we achieved Ofsted Good, with our teaching & learning being recognised for its significant positive impact on students and results, and I think that it really shines through the success this year.’
Further cementing their growth as a top Further Education provider in North Derbyshire, UoDB has seen pass rates of 91% in GCSE English Language, and 93% in GCSE Maths, a 2% rise from last year.
But it’s not just GCSE results that students and their teachers should be proud of, vocational programmes in Health & Social Care, Beauty Therapy, and Creative Media all have pass rates of 100%. Students studying Level 2 Creative Media have really excelled, with 93% achieving a Merit or above.
Amongst all of the incredible statistics to come from results day, there are a few heartwarming stories too. After completing a Step Up programme with us, Katelyn Keating has just achieved her Level 2 in Business. And now, her incredible progression means she will be starting her Business Apprenticeship at Pavillion Green in Buxton this September.
Staff even welcomed alumni who visited the Dome whilst accompanying their children who were enrolling on the same programme they completed over 30 years ago!
You can take a look at all of the programmes available at the University of Derby – Buxton by heading to buxton.derby.ac.uk, or attend an enrolment day on Friday 22nd August or Tuesday 26th August between 10am – 4pm, to discover all your options.
