Riley Colenso

“I missed out on my GCSE Maths but was able to start the Level 2 Traineeship in IT, and during that year I completed essential skills in numeracy which enabled me to progress to the Level 3 in IT.” 

“The Level 2 Traineeship was a good foundation for me - I enjoyed the game development and just getting to grips with the computer and the software.   The web development module was really helpful, and I am enjoying this part of the Level 3 course the most. We also had an internal placement as part of the course which involved designing some games to help people use computers.”

I am keen to pursue a career in IT, but I am not sure which direction - I am keeping my options open and looking at  different progression routes." 

“It didn’t take too long to settle into college. I think because of the whole pandemic I became shyer, but I am trying to improve my communication skills as I progress through the course – I did have some learning support last year which was helpful. The tutors in the college and the facilities, including the canteen, are pretty good.”