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Jeni – BSc (Hons) Archaeology
Following years in a role that she didn't enjoy, Jeni has now turned her passion for Heritage and Archaeology into a dream career, working as the Collections Manager at Royal Cornwall Museum.
Daisy’s Story
Daisy’s passion for working in the medical field had transformed after studying Health and Social Care at Penwith College. Now Daisy is studying Paramedicine at the University of Plymouth.
Luna – FdA History, Heritage & Culture
With support from the University Centre, and her personal determination, Luna has turned her passion into a career
Alex’s Story
Alex’s time on the IB has been massively beneficial to her as she was able to keep her options open, and now she has received an offer from the prestigious University of Oxford.
Emily’s Story
Alumna Emily is soon to be a fully qualified Barrister, thanks to the help of Truro College which encouraged her to go further.
Dan’s Story
Dan's time at Truro College solidified his decision to study History at university, and he has since gone on to become a Student Recruitment Manager for a specialist Humanities university in London.
Andrew’s Story
Andrew, a former secondary teacher turned boatbuilder, stumbled upon the Welding and Fabrication Skills Bootcamp via Facebook. Intrigued by the opportunity to enhance his capabilities and diversify his skillset, he enrolled in the bootcamp.
Ali’s Story
Ali has learnt how to swim after taking advantage of the College's Health, Wellbeing and Sport (HWS) programme alongside his A Level studies and the College's Accelerate Programme for gifted students.
DEAN – Certificate in Education
Dean’s career journey has seen him move from Bartender to Hospitality assessor and now fully qualified Lecturer.
Leanne’s Story
Leanne found her path to personal and professional transformation through a Welding Bootcamp offered by the College. Her journey reflects a determination to acquire new skills and broaden her horizons after facing difficulties in her earlier educational experiences.
Kim’s Story
Nursery Manager Kim shares her thoughts on her experience with The Leading Education and Aspiration Programme (LEAP) Higher, an innovative initiative designed to empower educational leaders and managers in the early years settings.
Dave’s Story
Dave, a retired Police Officer with a non-academic background, has been inspired to embark on an incredible academic journey by the Future Skills Institute at Truro & Penwith College, that has transformed his perspective on learning, his own capabilities and has seen him gain vital functional skills and a first-class degree to further his career.
