“The main reason I decided to choose Petroc to study my A-levels was because it was local, and I preferred this to travelling further afield. I was particularly keen on studying A-level music as I have always loved studying music and have grown up in a musical family - and the course was exactly what I wanted. I enjoyed all elements of this course, especially the historical side of music. It really increased my interest and always kept me engaged with learning the fascinating content of the course. I also really enjoyed studying composition. I had done a little in school but the help and equipment at college made it easier and more enjoyable. I had an amazing teacher who went over and above to make sure my learning was fun and interesting.

My teachers were always very encouraging and, as class sizes are smaller than secondary school, more individual time could be spent with each student, which was really beneficial. I didn’t do any of the courses that my secondary friends were doing but I still had opportunities to meet with them during breaks, as well as making new friends through my studies. The campus is great for socialising as well as studying.

I have a place at university for September 2021 to do a music degree, after that I would obviously like to work in the field of music - possibly teaching."