OLDHAM College is celebrating a third consecutive year of improvement in Level 3 achievement rates.
The three-year growth represents a 12 per cent increase in achievement for 16- to 18-year-olds since 2024, reflecting the continued hard work and commitment of students and staff across the Rochdale Road site.
Creative Arts, Design and Media saw outstanding results across the board, with students obtaining 100 per cent achievement in Graphic Design, Media, Photography and Fashion courses.
In addition, 100 per cent of students in Photography and Fashion achieved a Distinction.
There were particularly strong results seen for the Extended Diploma in Science, which achieved a maximum pass rate with all students achieving high grades.
The Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care saw the strongest improvement over the last three years, with a 29 per cent increase in achievement rate.
T Level students also achieved strong results, with a record number of students achieving high grades of a Merit, Distinction, or Distinction*.
Standout performances included an impressive 100 per cent high-grade rate for learners studying T Level Investment Banking achieved, while 86 per cent of Surveying and Design for Construction students achieved high grades.
Of this year’s Level 3 16-18 cohort at Oldham College, six out of 10 are expected to progress to university or a higher apprenticeship, while others intend to progress to an apprenticeship, further study or skilled employment.
Students, their families and college staff gathered to recognise their achievements and share success stories at a celebration event.
Among these successes was Joshua, who achieved D*DD on the Hardware and Networking Level 3 course, and will now move on to Leeds Beckett University to study Cyber Security.
He said: “I’m very happy with my results, and excited for my future and to be going to university. I’ve had a really good time at college, everyone has been supportive.”
Riley also achieved a Distinction in T Level Design, Surveying and Planning, and is now preparing to start a degree apprenticeship in Project Management with Croma Consulting in Manchester. He says the highlight of the course was his placement with Muse.
Lizzy, who studied a T Level in Supporting the Adult Nursing Team, will be attending the University of Manchester to study Midwifery. She has career ambitions to become a midwife and potentially progress to becoming a sonographer.
She said: “The industry placements helped me a lot and I know they will definitely help me in the future with the course I am studying.”
Harriet, who achieved a Distinction in Level 3 Dance, is heading to Liverpool Media Academy (LMA) to study Dance.
“I’m feeling a lot of emotions, I’ve put in a lot of time and effort and it has paid off. I’m excited but nervous for my next steps, but I’m ready for the new experience,” she said.
The College also saw positive results across a number of Level 3 courses for adults, including Access to Higher Education – Business, Diploma in Counselling Skills and Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, which all achieved a 100 per cent achievement rate.
Oldham College’s principal, Simon Jordan, said: “Congratulations to every one of our students who received their results.
“These achievements are a reflection of their hard work, determination, and ambition. As they take the next step towards their future, they should be incredibly proud of their accomplishments.
“Our students benefit from industry-experienced tutors, knowledgeable support staff, and opportunities created by our strong employer partnerships.
“I would like to thank our staff, employers and partners for the support they have given our students throughout their time at the college, as well as parents and carers at home.
“We are incredibly proud of all of our students and wish them every success as they progress onto the next stage of their journeys.”
Students who are still considering their next steps and are interested in joining Oldham College this September can find out more information about the courses we offer and dates for enrolment at www.oldham.ac.uk.
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