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Jonah’s travel and tourism career is all set for take off
We spoke to Jonah Slater as he approached the end of his level 3 travel and tourism course. He told us more about how his time at college…
Owen Jamieson – from media to Esports!
Owen studied media, now music and if he gets his grades, he will be studying Esports for 2 years starting in September 2021. Studying at…
5 tips to get your ideal guitar sound!
We all strive for it – how do we get there? Here are five simple tips to get right: #1 It all starts in the hands! Watch,…
From engineering student to full-time tutor
Animesh was a high flyer throughout his education and from July, he will be a full-time tutor at the college in the engineering department.…
Esports – What is it all about?
Is it just playing video games all day? We know how important it is to choose the right study path. You may love gaming or already follow…
Kieran’s journey from studying graphic design at Chesterfield to starting his own…
Kieran started studying graphic design college back in 1996, travelled the world and then set up his own business, designing brands for new…
Apply for an Advanced Learner Loan
Need help with the cost of your course? Apply for an Advanced Learner Loan If you are an adult looking to start a course, you can apply for…
Jen is combining her love for design and helping people
We had the pleasure of speaking to Jen Hadfield, a former graphic design student from Chesterfield College. She has combined her love for…
Chesterfield college was the catalyst for Carl Wills being able to travel the world with…
Carl studied graphic design at college back in 2003 and hasn’t changed career paths since. At school, Carl wasn’t sure what he…
Engineering student Thomas secures an apprenticeship after his first year studying…
Thomas Peacock is currently studying Level 2 Mechanical Maintenance and Manufacturing Engineering at Chesterfield College. Thomas came…
What is it like identifying as a woman in the games industry?
We speak to three gaming students about identifying as women in the games industry and how we should diversify across…
Portrait exhibition hopes to reunite paintings with the people featured in them
The family of artist Don Yarrington have curated an exhibition of their father’s work with a difference at West Studios in Chesterfield.…