Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) supported VQ Day by
celebrating the success of its vocational students.
VQ Day, held on Wednesday 20 June 2012, was marked by a special celebration event at the College’s £60 million Knutton Lane campus. Students studying a Level 3 vocational qualification who have achieved triple distinction (equivalent to three As at A Level) will be recognised for their success along with a number of students who have achieved the new triple distinction star grade, which is equivalent to 3 A*’s at A Level.
At NULC, success rates on vocational courses are high across all areas of study. This year, over 100 students on BTEC National Diplomas are on target to achieve the top triple distinction grade (DDD) - equivalent to three grade As at A Level. In 2011, 313 students studying Level 3 Vocational qualifications and Apprenticeships progressed to higher education.
VQ Day, held on Wednesday 20 June 2012, was marked by a special celebration event at the College’s £60 million Knutton Lane campus. Students studying a Level 3 vocational qualification who have achieved triple distinction (equivalent to three As at A Level) will be recognised for their success along with a number of students who have achieved the new triple distinction star grade, which is equivalent to 3 A*’s at A Level.
At NULC, success rates on vocational courses are high across all areas of study. This year, over 100 students on BTEC National Diplomas are on target to achieve the top triple distinction grade (DDD) - equivalent to three grade As at A Level. In 2011, 313 students studying Level 3 Vocational qualifications and Apprenticeships progressed to higher education.
Haroon Ali, aged 18 from Birches Head, will
this year complete a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering at the College and
is one of over 150 students on track to achieve the top triple distinction
grade (DDD).
Haroon joined NULC in 2010 from Clayton Hall
Business and Language
College. During his time at NULC Haroon has shown
determination to succeed and applied for an internship with MKS Instruments
Ltd., who design and manufacture a vast range of engineering components.
Haroon researched the company and provided
them with a high quality CV, which resulted in an interview. The company were clearly impressed with
Haroon and as a result he has been offered the internship. The company will
also be sponsoring him to study for a degree in mechanical engineering at Manchester
Metropolitan University (MMU).
Haroon said: “I’ve really enjoyed my time
at NULC and have worked hard to pursue a career in Engineering. I’m delighted to have received an internship
with such a recognised company and can’t wait to get stuck in with my degree.”
To find out more about studying Engineering at NULC click here or contact the Information Point on 01782 254254 or info@nulc.ac.uk.
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