Success stories

Below you can hear from our Class of 2025 about how their HNC experience shaped their career plans, and see where their life-changing qualifications will take them next.

"The XL programme has been a fascinating part of my HNC journey - I have really enjoyed building my cultural capital via the university style lectures on topics as wide-ranging as astronomy to history to Oxbridge applications. The XL team are supportive, and I feel confident about making my next steps after College"

Studied: A Level Drama and Theatre Studies, A Level French, A Level Politics

Destination: Working with Kim Leadbeater, MP

"Your teachers and progress tutor prepare you for life after College. It is the perfect step between school and university or the world of work because it helps you to become an independent learner by developing key skills such as time management and organisation"

Studied: Applied Health and Social Care, Applied Travel and Tourism

Destination: Events Management, Sheffield Hallam University

"My time at HNC has taught me a range of skills that will support me throughout the rest of my education and career. I am more organised, more confident and ready for whatever challenges come next"

Calum McFarlane

Studied: A Level Graphic Communication, A Level Photography, Applied Music

Destination: Graphic Design, Nottingham Trent University

Calum McFarlane

"Studying at HNC has prepared me for university life. The teachers at HNC encourage debate and the enriching conversations I've had in the classroom has supported me to develop me knowledge, confidence and understanding of the wider world"

Studied: Applied Criminology, A Level Law, A Level Sociology

Destination: Law LLB, Lancaster University

"Not only have my teachers supported me to achieve well in my subjects, the whole experience at HNC has developed my resilience, wider knowledge and self confidence. I am ready for life after college!"

Studied: A Level Film Studies, A Level French, A Level Psychology

Destination: University of Salford, Film Production

"My time at HNC not only helped me to grow academically, it has also allowed me to develop skills that have contributed to my personal growth. I feel confident and ready for my next step"

Abdullah Bassowa

Studied: A Level Computer Science, A Level Economics, A Level Mathematics, A Level Physics

Destination: Degree Level Apprenticeship

Abdullah Bassowa

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