Success stories

"Studying at HNC allowed me to develop my creativity whilst also building key skills in areas such as time management, organisation and communication. For me, this was really important, as it was these skills that helped me to secure my dream apprenticeship as a tattoo artist"

"Being a student at HNC means that you have access to literally hundreds of opportunities, from enrichment to work experience placements to trips and visits. I feel like I have developed skills and interests far beyond my study programme. This support not only prepared me for my future, it also helped to guide me in choosing my dream career, and helped me to understand what next steps would support me to achieve my vision"

"HNC is a friendly an welcoming college, and the teachers tailor their approach to learning and support to ensure you get the most out of your time. The support at HNC not only helped me to achieve the very grades, it also provided me with a sense of purpose. I feel much more confident and self-assured since I joined the College and feel ready for university"

"I feel like HNC really supports you to become your authentic self, and throughout my time at College, I was able to take part in a variety of opportunities that I was passionate about, from being a member of the Amnesty International Society to being encouraged to engage in activism to help shape a better future"

"My time at HNC taught me that you get out of life what you put into it, and if you work hard you will achieve your dreams. The step up from school to college is challenging, but HNC gave me the tools to meet that challenge head on, and have left the college with much more confidence in myself and what I can do when I put my mind to it"

"Teachers and tutors at HNC are really supportive and work hard to ensure you understand what your options are post College. The support with writing UCAS personal statements and CVs were really helpful and the skills I learnt in the process have really prepared me for my future"

"The Aspire tutorials are really helpful in preparing you for life beyond college. During Aspire I perfected my presentation and public speaking skills, developed my self confidence, explored a different career options and even learnt how to manage my personal finances. It has helped me to feel ready for whatever my future holds"

"The enrichment offer at HNC is really broad and there's lots of opportunities to take part in activities outside of your study programme. During my time at College I participated in medieval calligraphy, 3D animation and the XL programme which gave me lots to include in my UCAS personal statement"

"HNC supported and challenged me to achieve my very best. The XL Programme allowed me to bulid skills outside of my study programme, which strengthened my university application and I enjoyed taking part in the lecture series. I always felt like my teachers believed in me, and this belief gave me the confidence to succeed and progress to my dream degree"