Take your next step with Middlesbrough College

So you’ve got your GCSE results – now what?

While there are many different paths to take for your next step, Middlesbrough College has got you covered.

Whether you want to move on to A Levels or are interested in vocational training, T Levels or apprenticeships, we’re here to help.

We are one of the top further education colleges in the UK, with our A-level students this year securing a 98% overall pass rate, including more than two-thirds at high grades.

We’ve trebled the number of students studying T-Level programmes – combining in-class learning with extended practical work experience – while our results for vocational programmes have seen another high with more than 55% completing a two-year BTEC vocational qualification achieving Distinction grades.

And as for apprenticeships, we’re expecting to move from being in the 10% in the country to the top 5% – little wonder we achieved an excellent recent report from education watchdog Ofsted.

But don’t just take our word for it – see what our students say about their time at Middlesbrough College.

A-mazing grades for Rebecca

Rebecca Mewse scored an incredible three A*’s and an A in A-Levels in Art, Maths, Further Maths, Computer Science.

The talented 18-year-old is now heading to Durham University to study Computer Science and eventually aims to work in data science or cybersecurity.

Rebecca says: “The teachers and tutors at Middlesbrough College were excellent – especially in Maths.

“While studying four A-levels was demanding, it was definitely worth it and I was able to balance work with other activities, something I would recommend other students to do.”

Lola and Layla take the BTEC route to university

Lola Peacock and Layla Abedi, both 18, studied a two-year BTEC in Health and Social Care, with Lola achieving an A and Layla a B in their final grades. Both are now heading to Teesside University – Lola to study teaching and Layla for midwifery.

Talking about their experiences on the course and at the college, both agreed that they took the right route in choosing the BTEC route over A-levels.

They say: “We really appreciated the trips which the course involved and the workplace placements.

“The first year of the course was challenging with a lot to take on board but the second year was better.

“Our advice to people thinking about taking our course would be to make sure you understand the course requirements, particularly in that first year, and how to improve during the two years.”

Joshua earns a Distinction as he aims for legal career

Joshua Gray is looking to pursue a career in the law after earning a Distinction* in his A-level applied law.

The 18-year-old from Stockton also chalked up an A* in business, and a B in media to complete an impressive array of grades.

Joshua has already been interviewed for a solicitor apprenticeship and aims to go to Durham University.

Talking about his time at Middlesbrough College, Joshua said: “My tutors were incredibly helpful and I really appreciate the effort which they put into their teaching.

“There was a lot of content in my courses to my advice to other students would be to work hard!”

Taking you higher

At Middlesbrough College, you’ll have enjoy top tutors at a £120m campus with state of the art equipment and study areas and a vibrant student experience.

It’s little wonder we were praised by Ofsted for providing “highly welcoming, inclusive and supportive learning and training environments” that are “very well resourced” and ensure students “are well prepared to progress”.

Take your next step with confidence and get in touch with us today.

Enrolment for our courses begins from Thursday 22nd August. Call 01642 333366 or click here for more information about how to enrol.