
Former Media student thriving in the industry
A former Bury College student, Jack Clarke, has been thriving in several different roles within the media production industry.
The 2020-21 academic year was a period of exceptional achievement for hundreds of Bury College students.
A study of the results indicates:
Charlie Deane, Bury College Principal and Chief Executive, is delighted:
“Bury College is incredibly proud of all its students who have continued to adapt and progress, both academically and personally through challenging times. They are a credit to the College, themselves, their families and the wider Bury community.
“After another year of exceptional results, hundreds of students have had their hard work pay off and are on target to take up university places, and many more will be progressing into jobs and apprenticeships.
“Bury College is committed to delivering positive futures for all our students. Students benefit from a wide range of key personal development opportunities within their studies, which provide them with vital skills for jobs as well as skills for life.
“On behalf of the Bury College Corporation and all our staff, I would like to take this opportunity to wish our students every success at university, work or further study.”
A snapshot of the students who have achieved these incredible results:
James Garrod
A-levels in Biology (A), Chemistry (A*), Psychology (A*)
Progression: University of Manchester to study Biochemistry
Former school: Unsworth Academy
"It’s an amazing feeling to receive my results today. I have really enjoyed my time at college, the teachers have been excellent. I have had my subject knowledge vastly broadened."
Bethany Ahmed
A-levels in Sociology (A*), Psychology (A*), Applied Criminology (A)
Progression: University of Westminster to study Psychology
Former school: St Anne’s Church of England Academy
“I am over the moon with my results. I have enjoyed my time at Bury College as the classroom has always been a safe, engaging environment that encourages the most effective learning.”
Haroon Arshad
Triple Distinction Stars - D*D*D*
Engineering Level 3
Progression: University of Salford to study Mechanical Engineering
Former school: Abraham Moss Community School
"My time at Bury College has been great, I've loved the course, and my tutors have given me the help I need to progress onto higher education."
Zara Mustafa
Triple Distinction Stars - D*D*D*
Applied Science Level 3
Progression: University of Central Lancashire to study Pharmacy
Former school: Philips High School
"I am so happy with my results. The staff at Bury College have always supported me, allowing me to reach my potential. Bury College has improved my confidence and resilience and made me motivated for my future career."
A former Bury College student, Jack Clarke, has been thriving in several different roles within the media production industry.
Our talented Art and Design students recently received recognition for their artwork after entering a nationwide arts and crafts competition.
The University of Salford will be offering degree scholarships to students from Bury College who are continuing their studies to undergraduate courses in selected science subjects.
Two Bury College Performing Arts students recently performed at an official celebration for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Students from our Moving On course have recently completed an expedition for their Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award.
A group of Bury College T Level Adult Nursing students have recently completed a career-enhancing work placement at Persona.