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Carys’ Journey from Level 3 to Higher Education at Bradford College

Carys’ Journey from Level 3 to Higher Education at Bradford College

13th March 2026


Carys first joined Bradford College straight after school to study Level 3 Music Performance and Production. After visiting other local providers, she chose Bradford College because, as she explained, “it offered opportunities that other colleges didn’t have, like free one‑to‑one instrument lessons.” She also said the environment “felt really nice and welcoming,” making it the […]

Rhopsana Khanum: Rebuilding Confidence Through Construction Skills at Bradford College

Rhopsana Khanum: Rebuilding Confidence Through Construction Skills at Bradford College

12th March 2026


Overview When Rhopsana Khanum finished medical school at the age of 24, the world expected her to step straight into a medical career. Instead, she found herself burnt out, emotionally exhausted, and searching for a way to feel grounded again. What she discovered was not a change of direction, but a temporary step sideways: one […]

A Lifelong Textiles Journey That Found Its Home in Weave

A Lifelong Textiles Journey That Found Its Home in Weave

12th March 2026


Jo Briscoe enrolled onto her first textiles course at Bradford College in 2017, she had no idea she would eventually become an award‑winning weaver with gallery exhibitions, a studio practice, and a growing artistic identity. What began as “being a knitter” for most of her life, evolved into a deep and unexpected passion for weaving, […]

Lleyton’s T Level Journey at Airedale Hospital

Lleyton’s T Level Journey at Airedale Hospital

11th March 2026


Lleyton is currently studying a T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning at Bradford College, and his industry placement with Robertson at the Airedale Hospital redevelopment project has given him the chance to put his learning into practice on a live construction site. “My name’s Lleyton and I’m studying a T Level in Design Survey […]

T Levels Giving Early Access to Talent & Shaping the Future Workforce

T Levels Giving Early Access to Talent & Shaping the Future Workforce

11th March 2026


Robertson Construction Yorkshire & East Midlands are a part of a one of the largest construction, infrastructure and support service businesses in the UK. As a company, Robertson has been an enthusiastic early adopter of T Levels, embracing the opportunity to bring young talent onto live projects and develop future professionals from the ground up. Through a strong partnership with Bradford College, Robertson […]

Building Confidence and Opening Doors: Anita’s T Level Journey

Building Confidence and Opening Doors: Anita’s T Level Journey

10th March 2026


Choosing a T Level to Support a Future in Law Anita chose the T Level in Business Management and Administration as a stepping stone toward a future career in law and it’s already opened more doors than she expected. From building confidence in presentations to gaining real‑world experience at HMRC, the course has helped her […]

From the Salon to the Skating Rink: Lucy’s Inspiring Journey

From the Salon to the Skating Rink: Lucy’s Inspiring Journey

9th March 2026


Meet Lucy Ellerton, a figure skater and Hair and Beauty student on our 14–16 provision. This year, she has even had the opportunity to compete in events connected to the Olympics, balancing her training and competitions alongside her studies at Bradford College. She may glide across the ice with ease, but her journey to confidence […]

Kaleigh’s Journey Through Higher Education at Bradford College

Kaleigh’s Journey Through Higher Education at Bradford College

5th March 2026


When Kaleigh Grant began working in a school as a Teaching Assistant, she knew she loved supporting children, but she also knew she wanted to grow. After completing her Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship through Bradford College, she began exploring ways to continue working while gaining a higher qualification. That’s when she discovered the BA […]

Developing Tomorrow’s Engineers: NPS Engineering Group’s Apprenticeship Success

Developing Tomorrow’s Engineers: NPS Engineering Group’s Apprenticeship Success

4th March 2026


NPS Engineering Group’s Katie Dymond-Brook is a massive advocate of Apprenticeships and believes Apprentices are the answer to succession planning for their business. As Group HR Manager, Katie shapes the organisation’s approach to workforce growth and capability. The business itself began in 1987 as Northern Pump Suppliers and has since evolved into the wider NPS […]