Success stories and future ambitions shine as students celebrate remarkable achievements
It was a day of positivity and plenty of smiles at University of Derby – Buxton as students queued up to collect their Level 3 results. Earlier the institution had reported a remarkable 99.4% pass rate across the board for this year’s cohort.
Dr Sarah Charles, Director of the Institute of Education and Skills at University of Derby, praised the students for their resilience, dedication, and creativity.
She said, ‘results day marks the end of an intense period of study for our students and the start of exciting new journeys, whether that be onto Higher Education or into the workplace.
“We are incredibly proud of every single learner and together with our skilled and dedicated staff we have once again achieved outstanding results.”
One of many students from UOD Buxton that has confirmed their University place with the highest possible UCAS points is Matilda Guerra Grainer, from Buxton, who achieved a triple Distinction* in Media.
She said, ‘the course at UOD Buxton was brilliant. Tutors are very supportive, and I got to work with some great industry-standard software, which has prepared me for my next steps. I’m now going to Leeds University to study a Concept Arts degree.”
For Harry Wilkins, 18, from Leek, passing his Level 3 Uniformed & Protective Services course was the result of months of hands-on learning.
“It was a very active course, and I enjoyed all the projects – particularly working with the fire service – It’s actually made me want to apply there in the future,” said Harry.
Rose Gregory, from Leek, who also achieved a triple Distinction* in Media, said, “I’m going on to do Level 4 at UOD Buxton as I want to expand my knowledge of TV and Media Production and eventually go into teaching.
“I’m in shock with the results today, I’ve loved the course and it’s taught me not to get too stressed and rush things through. I’ve got to work on numerous projects including photography, a portfolio website and my final submission which was a film on PTSD and knife crime,” said Rose.
Another student celebrating exceptional achievement is Ashton Thompson aged 20, from Cheadle, Staffordshire. His triple Distinction* in Media will pave the way to get into Leeds University to study Digital Media.
“The UODB course was both fun and hard work. We did a lot of short films and photography and I really enjoyed coming up with creative ideas. In the future I’m hoping to work abroad.” said Ashton.
Level 3 qualifications are vocational, practical based programmes that open doors for employment, University or apprenticeships. UOD Buxton has a wide range of routes available for GCSE students that have just received their grades, and welcomes calls from students still unsure of their next steps.
UOD Buxton’s Information, Advice and Guidance team is on hand to go over student options. If you’re thinking of joining in September and still unsure of what to do, it’s not too late to apply and enrol.
Contact UOD – Buxton admissions team on 0800 074 0099 or email febuxton@derby.ac.uk
