“I chose Brock mainly because I thought it was really friendly college. I also liked the fact it’s known for being a good college and has a really good atmosphere where you constantly feel like you’re supported.”

“I came to college straight from school. I went to Oasis Academy at Lord’s Hill, which is quite different to Brock.”

“I chose this path because I really enjoy History and Politics, and I think it’s important to follow something you really enjoy learning about and are passionate about.”

“Definitely the teachers. I get along really well with my teachers and I’ve always felt like I can talk to them and go to them for support. With A Levels, for example, my History teacher always goes the extra mile to assist me with my learning.”

“I’ve done the EPQ (Extended Project Qualification). I think that, in particular, will help me at University because it has taught me how to reference correctly, which is an important skill.”

“Well, I knew I wanted to study History and I thought there’s no better place to study History than at Oxford, which is a place full of history. I’ve always thought I would apply there, even when I was really young. Although, I remember speaking to one of my teachers at school who said I shouldn’t apply there because I wouldn’t get in. Then I came to Brock and everyone was so encouraging, telling me: “Yes, you can get in.”. I don’t think I would have even applied if I hadn’t been told it was possible.”

“My Personal Tutor Ellen Rawson has really helped me. She’s always really interested in my progress and is constantly asking me how I’m getting on with the application process and things like that.”

“I think I want to go into investigative journalism, like Panorama style journalism. I think it would be very interesting.”