Case Studies - North Devon College /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/ North Devon's leading college, providing a range of courses including apprenticeships, Higher Education, part time and adult evening classes. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:16:01 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Finley Mugglestone /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/finley-mugglestone/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/finley-mugglestone/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/finley-mugglestone/ What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College? I鈥檝e always been curious and wanted to learn more about social studies. What did/do you most enjoy about studying at […]

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What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College?
I鈥檝e always been curious and wanted to learn more about social studies.

What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, projects.
All my teachers were really helpful. College has a strong community feel.

Have you got involved in any enrichment activities (such as academies), if so, which ones, and what did you enjoy most about them?
I enrolled myself in a criminology booster session and really enjoyed it.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? If so, which company did you work at? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you to decide your next steps?
I worked at Lampard school and it helped me decide what options I wanted to pursue at university.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I plan on taking a gap year then going to university.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
Read into the subject and whether it will help you with what you want to do in the future.

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Sam Jarmin /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/sam-jarmin/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/sam-jarmin/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/sam-jarmin/ What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College? I thought it seemed really interesting and I was intrigued to learn about the history of the English language. What […]

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What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College?
I thought it seemed really interesting and I was intrigued to learn about the history of the English language.

What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, projects.
I found that all of my teachers were really helpful and were willing to go out of their way to fit your needs.

Have you got involved in any enrichment activities (such as academies), if so, which ones, and what did you enjoy most about them?
I enrolled in the law and politics boost session which was very interesting and helped me learn about law further than I could in class.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? If so, which company did you work at? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you to decide your next steps?
I worked in a mechanics company which taught me that I like to work with my hands, helping me in my next steps.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I plan to get an apprenticeship in a trade or with cars.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
The course is really helpful in further pushing your knowledge on subjects and meeting new friends.

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Evie Stubbs /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/evie-stubbs/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/evie-stubbs/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/evie-stubbs/ What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College? I didn鈥檛 know a particular subject I wanted to study, so I wanted a choice of three. What did/do you […]

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What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College?
I didn鈥檛 know a particular subject I wanted to study, so I wanted a choice of three.

What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, projects.
I enjoyed meeting new people. I also wanted more freedom than a sixth form, so college was the best option for me.

Have you got involved in any enrichment activities (such as academies), if so, which ones, and what did you enjoy most about them?
I did yoga for a while in year one. I enjoyed it because it was relaxing.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? If so, which company did you work at? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you to decide your next steps?
I did wake experience at Lampard Community school, I really enjoyed it and learned a lot about teaching. I believe it helped me understand my passion for teaching.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I plan to go to university to study Psychology.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
It is hard work but really fulfilling. Use your free periods to revise.

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Ethan Hare /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/ethan-hare/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/ethan-hare/#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/ethan-hare/ What made you pick this particular course? I knew that I wanted to pursue a career in healthcare to become a physiotherapist. I wanted to gain experience while studying and […]

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What made you pick this particular course?
I knew that I wanted to pursue a career in healthcare to become a physiotherapist. I wanted to gain experience while studying and this course was a perfect pick for me.

What have been the highlights?
I have really enjoyed my work placement as I have been able to see the reality of healthcare which has further inspired me to work in this environment. It has also widened my knowledge with how a hospital functions.

Did you undertake any work experience?
Yes, I worked at North Devon District Hospital for work experience, through the NHS. My experience was so beneficial and amazing. It has further confirmed my knowledge and passion for the NHS.

What do you plan to do when you leave 麻豆国产精品?
Go to university to study physiotherapy.

Any advice for someone picking the same course?
If you鈥檙e considering going into health care, join! It will be worth your time.

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Maya Pawlowska /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/maya-pawlowska/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/maya-pawlowska/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/maya-pawlowska/ What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College? I have always been interested in animals and medical related topics and doing animal care here allows me to experience […]

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What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College?
I have always been interested in animals and medical related topics and doing animal care here allows me to experience a mix of those topics.

What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, project?
The practical sessions where we learn and practice medical care like CPR, bandaging, blood samples, use of medical tools and more.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you decide your next steps?
I have been doing work experience at Medivet Northam which I found by looking local to my home and simply handed my CV in. This work experience has helped me make back up plans for after college if I don’t go to university.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I hope to go to university and study a degree in a veterinarian course, and if that doesn鈥檛 go to plan I will do an apprenticeship at my work experience.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
I would say there is so much you can do going forward with this course.

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Grace Jones /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/grace-jones/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/grace-jones/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/grace-jones/ What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College? I have always loved animals ever since I was little and it was my dream to work with animals no […]

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What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College?
I have always loved animals ever since I was little and it was my dream to work with animals no matter what job it is.

What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, project?
I love how many trip opportunities there are, for example Exmoor Zoo. I also love how many animals there are to work with in the animal centre.

Have you got involved in any Enrichment activities, if so, which ones, and what did you enjoy most about them?
I have not, at the moment.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you decide your next steps?
Yes, I am currently doing work experience at Smoochy Poochy Dog Groomers in Braunton. I posted a facebook post asking for work experience and they reached out to me. My work experience has helped massively in my next steps.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I am thinking of taking a gap year and then I am going to look into creating a dog walking business or train to be a dog groomer.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
There鈥檚 a lot of information you need to remember for exams so make sure to take rests and try not to burn yourself out. It鈥檚 all worth it in the end!

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Alfie Izard /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/alfie-izard/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/alfie-izard/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/alfie-izard/ What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College? I鈥檝e always grown up around animals and loved helping them, so I decided to become a vet in the future. […]

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What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College?
I鈥檝e always grown up around animals and loved helping them, so I decided to become a vet in the future.

What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, project?
I enjoy the visits we do, learning about the biology and practical skills of the animal sector. I also enjoy learning about the management and business aspect of running a practice.

Have you got involved in any Enrichment activities, if so, which ones, and what did you enjoy most about them?
I haven鈥檛 yet but I am looking to join one!

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you decide your next steps?
I am currently doing work experience at The Littlest Wildlife Hotel, an animal rehabilitation centre in Alswear. I enjoy going there to help out with the animals, and it has solidified my plans of becoming a vet.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I plan to go to university and study veterinary medicine.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
Go for a course that reflects what you want to achieve.

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Charlotte Cook /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/charlotte-cook/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/charlotte-cook/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/charlotte-cook/ What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College? I really want to go into a career related to animal care. So i decided to come to North Devon […]

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What made you pick this particular course/ North Devon College?
I really want to go into a career related to animal care. So i decided to come to North Devon College.

What did/do you most enjoy about studying at North Devon College e.g. trips, visits, project?
I really enjoy our practical sessions in the animal center as well as the trips we do.

Did you undertake any work experience throughout your studies? How did you find your experience? And do you think this work experience helped you decide your next steps?
I have started my work experience at Combe Martin Wildlife Park and I really enjoy going there and going has helped me decide that I want to go into Zoology in the future.

What do you plan to do when you leave North Devon College (further study, career etc.)?
I plan on going onto university or doing an internship apprenticeship.

Any advice for someone thinking of choosing the same course as you?
Do it! It鈥檚 a great course and the structure is amazing. It’s definitely worth it.

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Matthew Upright /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/matthew-upright/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/matthew-upright/#respond Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/matthew-upright/ What made you choose your course? I have wanted to study veterinary for 4 years as I have always worked on farms and with livestock. I also did some work […]

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What made you choose your course?
I have wanted to study veterinary for 4 years as I have always worked on farms and with livestock. I also did some work experience which confirmed that’s what I wanted to do. So, Biology and Chemistry were the courses I needed for veterinary and I chose Classics because I enjoy it.

What did you most enjoy about studying at 麻豆国产精品?
The teachers are supportive and really push you to fulfil your potential – they encourage you to go on to higher education. I joined the VetMed academy and that was absolutely brilliant, it helped with ucas applications and personal statements and the VetMed interview prep was really helpful. I made some really good friends who I am also going to university with. I also really like the lovely campus.

Do you have any future plans?
I鈥檓 going to Bristol Vet School (I still cant believe it!) which is a 5 year course. The plan at the moment is to become a livestock veterinarian.

Any advice for someone choosing the same course as you?
Have faith! There’s lots of support at 麻豆国产精品 for you and the staff are really invested in your success.

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Milo Andrews /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/milo-andrews/ /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/milo-andrews/#respond Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:50:02 +0000 /life-at-petroc/student-life/what-our-students-say/milo-andrews/ Why did you choose to come to 麻豆国产精品? 麻豆国产精品 is close to where I live so it was easy to walk to – and also it鈥檚 a really nice college! […]

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Why did you choose to come to 麻豆国产精品?
麻豆国产精品 is close to where I live so it was easy to walk to – and also it鈥檚 a really nice college!

What made you choose your course?
I chose my course mainly because I wanted to continue to study the sciences that I learnt at GCSE.

What did you most enjoy about studying at 麻豆国产精品?
The staff are really good and attentive. I also did two Academies – VETMED and Environmental Sustainability – which were really good and a great addition to my studies as they linked to the scenes that I was doing. I particularly enjoyed a trip to Lundy where we explored the island, saw puffins, and spoke to rangers about how they run the island.

What are your future plans?
I am heading to Swansea to study Zoology. I have always wanted to study animal or plant science. At first I thought about becoming a vet but zoology fitted more with the courses I wanted to study. I then hope to move into research and do a doctorate or work in the industry studying wildlife.

Do you have any advice for someone choosing the same course as you?
Find what works for you and make the most of your time as it goes really quickly!

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