Graduating from her Level 5 Diploma in HR Management really was the start of great things for Nicki. Just a few weeks later, she was in her new chosen career. It was her qualification that made all the difference to …
Sara is a former recipient of Walsall College’s Jack Broomhall Award for student achievement. The award recognised her initiative, willingness to support her peers and overall dedication to her studies. Her drive and commitment was seen by everyone when she …
Giving up his job of 17 years to finish his university-level qualification is just one of the reasons why Karl received Walsall College’s Higher Education Student of the Year Award 2019. ‘Anything is possible if you put your mind to …
Studying; Level 3 Applied Law, Criminology and Business A college course is turning into a lifeline for Shelby Lintern. It is helping the 19-year-old work towards becoming a barrister or solicitor. This became Shelby’s alternative study route after she decided A …
Studied: Level 1 Business Administration Progression: Level 2 Travel & Tourism Olivia Bournes decided not to take the safe option. This is paying off for her in lots of ways. Since leaving school in Year 11, she has re-sat and …
Studied: Level 2 Hairdressing (via an Apprenticeship) Studying: Level 3 Hairdressing When her apprentice employer didn’t keep her on after the spring 2020 lockdown, Tia Reed came up with a career plan B. The 19-year-old is now a full-time student …
A robotic arm prototype has picked up gold level recognition for Walsall College’s engineering students. EDT (Engineering Development Trust) has commended the seven students for their expert design, developed through an industry-led programme. Neil Sambrook, Head of Cluster for Construction, …
Studied: Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Public Services Progression: Trainee operational response officer at West Midlands Police Harvin came to Walsall College with the aim of working in public services. He just didn’t yet know which capacity this would …
A Remembrance Day Service is the first film project to be declared ‘a wrap’ by Future Flame Productions; a company led by Walsall College’s media students. The 10-minute film showcased how the college’s public services students and staff were paying …
Ranjan Bhardwaj was doubly shocked when hit with the news of her redundancy. First came the thought that her 12 year career in childcare was coming to an end. This was closely followed by her realisation of how ‘out of …