College students celebrate A Level success 2018

Students across the country are collecting their A Level results and we'll be bringing you some of their stories across the day. Stroke.png Name: Megan Charvill | Age: 19 | College: Derby College | Grades: Sociology - A*, Law and Psychology - B, EPQ project - A | Destination: University of Sheffield to study Psychology Megan Charvill.jpg Megan said "I only got a couple of hours' sleep last night as I was so nervous but I did dream that I got these results and I am over the moon that it has all worked out OK." Stroke.png Name: Unaisa Adam | College: Blackburn College | Grades: A*, A, A - Chemistry, Biology and Psychology | Destination: The University of Manchester, BSc (Hons) Optometry Unaisa Adam2.jpg Unaisa said: “I am absolutely thrilled to have achieved A*AA and can’t wait to start BSc Optometry at The University of Manchester.” “I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Blackburn College! The thing that stood out the most about Blackburn College was the staff – they were extremely accommodating and always happy to help. They encouraged me to undertake work experience which I did at Tyrrells & Embery Optometry and working there really helped to shape my University application and confirmed that Optometry was the right path for me.” Stroke.png Name: Blade Rumfitt | Age: 18 | College: Derby College | Grades: Maths - A, Physics and Further Maths - B | Destination: University of Newcastle to study Maths Blade Rumfitt with mum Sharon, left, and Maths teacher Sara Darling.jpg Blade said "I have really enjoyed my time at College, the teachers have been great and I am looking forward to going to university." Stroke.png Name: Lotte Neil | Age: 18 | College: Blackburn College | Grades: A*, A*, A* and B - Psychology, Government and Politics, and Media Studies | Destination: The University of Manchester, BMidWif (Midwifery) Lotte Neil.jpg Lotte said “I’m thrilled with my results and I can’t believe I am going to study my perfect course! I will be going to The University of Manchester to study Midwifery (BMidWif) and follow my dream of becoming a Midwife.”“Because of the support I received from Blackburn College, I achieved an A*, A*, A* and B in my A-Levels and am now progressing to study Midwifery at the University of Manchester.” Stroke.png Name: Ghuhlam Murtaza Butt | Age: 20 | College: Bradford College | Results: Maths A, Chemistry A, Physics B | Destination: Gap year then university to study aeronautical engineering Ghulam Murtaza Butt.jpg Ghuhlam said "I am so happy with my results. I have been at Bradford College five years now having studied for my GCSEs here too after arriving in the UK from Pakistan when I was 16" Stroke.png Name: Lewis Sutton | Age: 18 | College: SRC Bede Sixth Form, Billingham | Results: Maths A, Chemistry A, Physics A | Destination: Newcastle University to study Mechanical Engineering Lewis Sutton.jpg Lewis said “I was massively anxious this morning, so it was nice to see my results. Now I am excited to get to university.” Stroke.png Name: Samual Coaster | Age: 18 | College: SRC Bede Sixth Form, Billingham | Results: Maths A*, Physics, A*, Further Maths, A | Destination: Newcastle University to study Mechanical Engineering Samual Coaster.jpg Samual said “I was massively anxious this morning, so it was nice to see my results. Now I am excited to get to university.” Stroke.png Name: Dominic Lee | Age: 18 | College: SRC Bede Sixth Form, Billingham | Results: Biology A*, Chemistry A*, Maths A* | Destination: Newcastle University to study Mechanical Engineering Dominic Lee.jpg Dominic said “Since I was little this is pretty much what I have wanted to do. I was a bit taken aback when I saw the three A*s I had to ask someone else to check I was looking at the right thing.” Stroke.png Name: Abdullah Ali | College: Blackburn College | Results: A,A,B Biology, Mathematics and Business Studies | Destination: University of Leeds - BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Mathematics Abdullah Ali.jpg Abdullah said “I am so happy about my A-Level results! I didn’t think that I would be going to my first choice of University but I got the results I needed and feel so excited! I will be starting at the University of Leeds in September for BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Mathematics.”“I had a great time at Blackburn College and my tutors have been amazing – they were always happy to help and have really helped me achieve my best.”“Being a student at Blackburn College has definitely made me more confident and has boosted my ambition to succeed, especially with the extra activities that we were able to take part in such as Young Enterprise.” Stroke.png Name: Andzelika Duda | Age: 18 | College: Wakefield College | Results: A Maths, B Chemistry, B Biology and B Extended Project | Destination: University of Sheffield to study Medicine Andzelika Duda copy.jpg Andzelika said “I’m very happy with what I have got. I had great teachers that always supported me, and I couldn’t have done it without them.” Stroke.png Name: Sam Colson | Age: 18 | College: Derby College | Results: A* History and A Law and Business | Destination: University of Nottingham to study Law Sam Colson, right, and Isaac Bamford, left.jpg Sam said: “I wasn’t achieving what I wanted at school so opted for home schooling but really suited me. I wanted to do A levels at College though and JWC has really suited me. My ultimate goal is to work in international humanitarian law.” Stroke.png Name: Isaac Bamford | Age: 18 | College: Derby College | Results: B Law, B Geography and B Business | Destination: Has a place at Liverpool University to study Business and Economics but is now planning to defer for a year to consider his options which include a Higher Apprenticeship in Business. Isaac Bamford with mum Louise.jpg Isaac said “I didn’t expect to do this well so I want to think about my future options" He went to College with mum Louise who added: “I am so pleased for him. He may have slept well but we didn’t!. My daughter came here and did a masters at Liverpool University so Derby College has been great for our family.” Stroke.png Name: Adam Wintle | Age: 18 | College: Chichester College | Results: A* Maths, A Physics, B Economics | Destination: Maths at University of York Adam Wintle.jpg Adam said “I’m really happy. It’s been two years of hard work but so worth it! I’m excited to be going to York!” Stroke.png Name: Samantha Kiruri | Age: 19 | College: South Gloucestershire and Stroud College | Results: B England Language, C literature, C sociology | Destination: Bath Spa University Samantha Kiruri.jpg Samantha said “I chose SGS because it allowed me to study while also playing football. I’m glad I did as I’m really happy with my results. I felt nervous this morning but I'm really happy now I’ve got my results. I really enjoyed my time at SGS. Teachers are great as well as the teaching environment.” Stroke.png Name: Elliot Burgess | Age: 18 | College: South Gloucestershire and Stroud College | Results: A* maths, A physics, B chemistry, A (AS) further maths | Destination: Southampton University Elliot Burgess.jpg Elliot said “All my teachers have been there for me. Especially my maths teachers. Their teaching style and support was amazing. It definitely works! “I would have loved to get an A in chemistry but I wasn't expecting an A in physics so I’m still happy. “I moved to Bristol just before starting college so I had no friends, but I made loads at SGS. It's been a great atmosphere to work in.” Stroke.png Name: Aimee Palmer | Age: 18 | College: South Gloucestershire and Stroud College | Results: A phycology, B biology, C chemistry | Destination: Sulford University Aimee Palmer.jpg Aimee said “I really enjoyed my time at SGS. Teachers are great as well as the teaching environment.” Stroke.png Name: Callum Fitzgerald | Age: 18 | College: South Gloucestershire and Stroud College | Results: A maths, A physics, A economics, A (AS) further maths | Destination: Nottingham University Callum Fitzgerald.jpg Callum said “I’ve always wanted to go to one of the UK’s top universities as I want to become an investment banker. When I was younger my brother gave me a book, the undercover economist, and it really spoke to me. I've always loved maths so working in finance seemed like the perfect fit. Teachers at SGS has been really good. They really cared and supported us. I feel so relieved. I couldn't sleep last night. It's great that I can now stop worrying. Really happy with my results.” Stroke.png Name: James Brown | Age: 18 | College: Loughborough College | Results: A Maths, Physics A, BTEC Engineering D* D* | Destination: University of Southampton to study Aerospace Engineering James Brown.jpg James said "Loughborough College space engineer and national education award winner James Brown is reaching for the stars after receiving his A-level results today. Hot on the heels of being named BTEC Engineering Student of the Year 2018, James has achieved A grades in Maths and Physics and double distinction star in Engineering, sealing him a place at the University of Southampton to read Aerospace Engineering." Stroke.png Name: Tom Bailey | Age: 18 | College: Dudley College of Technology | Results: A Mathematics, A Biology, B Chemistry | Destination: University of Birmingham to study for a BSc in Biomedical Science Tom Bailey.jpg Tom said "Dudley 6th allowed me to study in a fashion that suited me and gave me the skills and resources to do so. It’s a friendly environment, which is bot relaxed but motivating. We have first- rate universities in the region, so it just made financial sense to live at home and study locally.” Stroke.png Name: Hannah Gowing | Age: 18 | College: Dudley College of Technology | Results: A* Psychology, A Biology, B Mathematics, B Chemistry | Destination: Aston University to study for a BSc in Biomedical Science Hannah Gowing.jpg Hannah said "The waiting for results is over - now I’m on top of the world.” Stroke.png Name: Jade Driscoll | Age: 18 | College: Harlow College | Results: A History, B Chemistry, B Maths | Destination: Eversheds Sutherland to study for a Solicitor Apprenticeship Jade Driscoll (landscape).jpg Jade said “I had an offer of a place at Kent University to study Law, but decided to go for an Apprenticeship as it will better suit my lifestyle as I can stay at home and learn on the job. I know that I’ll have equally good experience to be a solicitor, as I would have gained if I’d gone to university.” Stroke.png Name: Ben Bassett | Age: 18 | College: South Sussex College | Results: History A, Geography A, Politics A | Destination: Durham University to study History Ben Basset got 3 As.JPG Ben said “I’ve been really nervous and I haven’t slept well in days but I’m so happy with the results I’ve got!
 I got the three As that I needed to go to Durham to study History and after that I eventually want to go on to teach. I can’t wait to start uni, it will be a massive leap for me but I’m excited about going away and making new friends. I’ve loved studying at Cornwall College St Austell over the last couple of years and i would recommend it, I think it’s brilliant. The smaller class sizes have given it a more personal feel, as if the lessons are catered to what we as a group would like to improve on. It has also been a great place to socialise and I’ve made a lot of friends at college." Stroke.png Name: Oliver Page | Age: 18 | College: Yeovil College | Results: A* Chemistry, A* Maths, A Physics | Destination: University of St Andrew’s Oliver Page.png Oliver said "You love, you learn, you win, you gain confidence! I’ve loved my time at Yeovil College. I’ve had excellent teaching from day one and will miss it a lot." Stroke.png Name: Keisha Asamoah | Age: 19 | College: Leyton Sixth Form College | Results: A*AAB in A Level Communication and Culture, Media Studies, and Government and Politics and History | Destination: Manchester University to study Politics and Social Anthropology Keisha Asamoah .png Keisha said "I enjoyed the environment which was studious and helped me progress onto my chosen career.” Stroke.png Name: Alison Bell | Age: 18 | College: Petroc College | Results: A*A*A | Destination: Oxford University - Spanish Alison Bell blurred.jpg Alison said “I had an amazing time at college and was able to take part in the Erasmus+ trip to Spain, which really helped develop my language.” Stroke.png Name: Mellissa Kelly | Age: 18 | College: Halesowen College | Results: Maths A, English A, Politics B, | Destination: Keele University Melissa Kelly.jpg Mellissa said “Excellent staff and facilities could not have achieved without the support of brilliant caring staff” Stroke.png Name: Mason Inman | Age: 18 | College: Cronton Sixth Form College | Results: Psychology A*, Biology A, Chemistry A | Destination: Newcastle University, Biomedical Sciences Mason Inman.jpg Stroke.png Name: Kate Wareing | College: York College | Results: Psychology A*, Biology A, Chemistry A | Destination: English Language/Literature A*, French A, Modern History A
Name: Hannah Rodger | College: York College | Results: Access to Higher Education Diploma in Humanities | Destination: English at Lucy Cavendish College, Cambridge
Name: Cat Robinson | College: York College | Results: Biology A*, Chemistry A*, Maths A*, Further Maths A | Destination: Biochemistry at Wadham College, Oxford
Name: Edward Mellor | College: York College | Results: Early Modern History A*, English Literature A*, French A* | Destination: History & French at Worcester College, Oxford
Name: Sam Holmes | College: York College | Results: Chemistry A*, Maths A*, Further Maths A*, AS Level Physics A, Extended Project Qualification A* | Destination: Natural Sciences at Selwyn College, Cambridge
Name: Lucas Davison | College: York College | Results: Maths A*, Government & Politics A, Modern History A, AS Level Further Maths A | Destination: Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford 083_A Level Results.jpg