Case Studies

Having been home educated throughout her childhood, starting further education at college was a completely new experience for Niki. Having never attended school before, the move into formal education could have felt daunting, but she found the transition much easier than expected. “I’d never been to school before starting college, so it was a big […]

When Tayyaba decided she wanted to progress to university and pursue a career in dental hygiene and therapy, she knew she needed a qualification that would strengthen her science knowledge while fitting around her existing commitments. Already working as a dental nurse, she chose Bradford College’s Adult Applied Science course over studying A Levels online […]

At 20 years old, Jacob Relton from Wibsey was looking for a way forward. After completing a Level 3 Science course, Jacob spent around two years out of education, employment and training (NEET). Despite actively looking for work and completing a range of short courses, he struggled to find opportunities that didn’t require previous experience. […]

For Dan Marsh, supporting T Level students is about much more than providing work experience. It is about helping young people develop the skills, confidence and industry knowledge needed to succeed, while giving them genuine opportunities to contribute to live construction project. Having worked closely with Bradford College students through Morgan Sindall‘s T Level programme, […]

At 19, Ariba made a bold decision—to step away from university and choose an apprenticeship that better suited who she was and how she wanted to learn. Realising the traditional academic path wasn’t right for her, Ariba knew she needed a different route; one that offered purpose, practical experience, and support. Her decision to begin […]

Ifat Zafran, a Primary Education with QTS student at Bradford College’s Margaret McMillan School of Education, never originally planned to become a teacher. Having studied Biology, Physics and Psychology at Rochdale Sixth Form, she initially imagined a very different future. However, a week-long work experience placement in a primary school changed everything. “I really enjoyed […]

Choosing the right career can feel like a big decision, but for Daniel, a clear inspiration at home helped set him on the right track. Now studying a T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning, Daniel is gaining hands-on experience and exploring a range of exciting opportunities within the construction industry. Inspired to Build a […]

At Bradford College, every student brings a unique story. Alan Troake’s journey stands out for its determination, resilience, and deep belief in the power of education. His success in winning the British Sign Language Star Award at Bradford College reflects Alan’s commitment to personal growth and new challenges. Currently studying British Sign Language Level 1, […]

Tabinda Zaman’s journey at Bradford College is a powerful example of determination, growing confidence, and ambition in action. Her experience across ESOL and ICT courses at Bradford College shows how education can open doors and transform futures. Originally from Pakistan, Tabinda began by improving her English through ESOL.“I was doing an ESOL course because I […]