For alumni Jessica Faradoon, Bradford College isn’t just a place to study, it’s a place to grow.
Starting her journey with A-Levels, Alumni Jessica switched to Level 3 Art and Design in 2021, and today she’s completing her BA in Art and Design.
“The way you can progress at Bradford College from Level 3 to a BA in the same building with the same tutors that you started with, it does create that sense of home and familiarity,” Jessica explains.
Facilities That Inspire Creativity
One of the standout features for Jessica has been the incredible range of facilities available to students.
“We’ve got a crazy amount of facilities at Bradford College, like the ceramics studio and the printmaking studio. You don’t get that in a lot of places,” she says. These specialist spaces give students the tools to experiment, innovate, and bring their ideas to life.
The Producing Academy: Opening Doors to Collaboration
Alumni Jessica recently attended the launch of the Producing Academy, a new creative hub designed to bring different disciplines together.
“I think it’s going to open up a lot of opportunities for students to intermingle with different practices. At the moment, art and design stay with art and design, fashion stays with fashion. This space allows for and encourages that freedom of collaboration,” she explains.
The Producing Academy will enable students to work across areas like film, fashion, and media, reflecting the collaborative nature of the creative industries and preparing graduates for real-world projects.
Alumni Advice for Future Students
Jessica’s advice for those joining Bradford College is simple:
“Use the facilities you’ve got because they’re really good… it might be the only time you’ll have access to these things.”
Why Bradford College?
For Jessica, the best thing about studying at Bradford College is clear:
“The tutors and all the facilities, they are very special, and now the Producing Academy has taken things to the next level.”
With outstanding resources, supportive staff, and exciting new spaces like the Producing Academy, Bradford College continues to be a place where creativity and community thrive.
From the success stories of alumni like Jess to the innovators of tomorrow, the Producing Academy is where ideas grow, skills sharpen, and ambition takes flight. We’re not just teaching, we’re shaping futures. Bradford is ready to lead the next wave of creative talent.
Click here to find out more about the Producing Academy.
