Case Studies

Course Studied: A Level Computer Science

Course: 924

A Level Computer Science (Mathematics, Physics)
Previous Institution: Ercall Wood Technology College

I want to complete a Physics degree after college and the subjects that Shrewsbury Colleges Group offer will help me to achieve that. Computer Science will help with this, as a lot of programming is involved. It is really interesting to learn how computers work.

Course Studied: Level 3 in Photography

Course: 667

English Language, PE, Business
Previous school: Priory School

I think doing sports enrichment is a lot of fun. I usually play football for Shrewsbury Town FC, but at college, you can play matches with slightly less pressure. That's what I really enjoy: the fun, more relaxed aspect of it all. 

Course Studied: Level 1 in Construction

Course: 682

Level 1 Brickwork
Previous school: Thomas Adams School

I'm in my second year of brickwork and I've been learning a lot about attention to detail. I've got a part-time job on building sites on Mondays and Fridays where I work on extensions, new builds, renovations - anything you can think of really. At college, we learn the techniques and at work, I get to put them into practice.

Training Advisor for NPTC Group

“We have been using Shrewsbury Colleges Group for many years (over 11 in my time). The course administrators have been extremely helpful in accommodating our requirements.

We only have had positive feedback from our apprentices and Shrewsbury is our first-choice centre.”

Course Studied: Business BTEC

Course: 901

Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
Previous school: Shrewsbury Academy

"We would like to thank Sydney, our student placement, she has done an amazing job. The children have loved having her in class and the team have really appreciated her efforts. You will make a perfect early years practitioner Sydney, keep up the good work." Kids Planet Shrewsbury

Course: 790

Level 2 Award in Cutting Men’s Hair

I would recommend anyone wanting to get into barbering to jump on this course. The tutor is patient, helpful, and informative yet also makes the course fun and relaxed.
During my time on this course, I even had the opportunity to attend a huge hair and barbering event in London and gain work experience with James at ‘Unknown Barbershop’ who has also taught me so much.

Course Studied: Business BTEC

Course: 901

Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
Previous school: Shrewsbury Academy

I really enjoyed my placement at The Column Nursery. The staff there were very friendly and approachable. This placement has allowed me to develop my skills with younger children, which I think will help me whilst working towards my future career. I definitely recommend working with The Column Nursery.

Course: 780

Level 2 Diploma in Men's & Women's Hairdressing
Previous school: Llanfyllin High School

I chose to study hairdressing at SCG as it was the best option out of all the other colleges nearby. It’s a very creative course that I get to combine with my love of photography, to build up a portfolio of my hairstyles. We also get to enter our photos for inclusion in Concept Hair magazine.

Course: 780

Level 3 Hairdressing
Previous school: Newtown High School

I’ve grown more confident since the Level 2 course which helps me use my creativity to learn more adventurous hairstyles. I’ve learned a variety of advanced skills, including perming and colour correction. I live in Wales, but the college was recommended to me and I enjoy the modern college environment.

A Level History (French, Biology and Chemistry)
Previous Institution: Belvidere School

I really enjoyed learning modern history as it can be made applicable to news today. You pick up a useful skill set doing A Level History and the lessons are interactive and informative. The essay writing and critical thinking helped me with my application to Oxford University and I have accepted a place at Christ Church College, Oxford to study Philosophy.