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Everyone who completes a course of study has a unique story to tell and South Essex Colleges Group wants to hear yours. Did you achieve your qualification under difficult circumstances? Have you gone on to a career that uses your qualification or did you follow a different pathway? What are you doing now?
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Maritime Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
I knew I wanted something practical and hands-on, but I was also looking for a career that offered variety and new challenges every day. Marine engineering stood out to me because it combined all of those things, and it felt like the right path to follow.
BA (Hons) Costume Construction
When I discovered the Costume Construction degree, it immediately stood out to me. The partnership with the Royal Ballet and Opera was a major factor in my decision, as it gave the course industry credibility and offered unique opportunities.
Level 6 Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
My journey back into education started with an Access to Teaching course. This helped me rebuild my confidence, especially in academic writing, and prepared me for studying at a higher level.
BA (Hons) Costume Construction
When I came across the Costume Construction course, I was immediately drawn to it. The idea of developing my sewing skills while gaining a degree in something I truly loved felt like the opportunity I had been waiting for.
Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship
I was first inspired to take the apprenticeship route while studying my Level 2 Business Administration course. My teacher highlighted the benefits of apprenticeships as a practical, paid alternative to university that allows you to gain experience while working towards a qualification. That idea really appealed to me, and I knew it was the right path for me.
Warehouse and Storage Skills Bootcamp
My time at Thurrock College gave me the qualifications I needed, while helping me rebuild my confidence and get into the right mindset for working in warehousing.
Access to Business
One of the most valuable aspects of the course was the discipline and structure it introduced. It challenged me in new ways, but it was also incredibly rewarding.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, Early Years Care and Education BA (Hons)
Everything changed when I spoke to SECG for careers advice. I was invited to meet with the Early Years programme lead, and after that conversation, I felt inspired to take a leap and start my degree. It felt like the opportunity had found me rather than the other way around.