Exeter College students completing Applied Advanced Level programmes have achieved exceptional results with an overall pass rate of 99.2%. Over 50% of learners studying vocational courses achieved high grades with many vocational and T Level courses achieving a 100% pass rate. 

Students can choose from a wide range of technical subjects and students in their second year studying Aeronautical Engineering, Sport, Health and Social Care, Sport and Outdoor Activities, Uniformed Protective Services, Performing and Production Arts and the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design all achieved 100% pass. Over 50% of learners studying these courses achieved high grades. 

Yuna Langdon (pictured above) studied Health and Social Care Level 3 and received an A* today. She is progressing to the University of Southampton to study Midwifery. She said; 

“I chose to move my course to fit with my specific career plans after passing AS Levels at the college. I did 175 hours of work placements which has helped to prepare me for what’s next. I have enjoyed the environment here, my lecturers, and the location in the city centre.” 

First year student, Akash Rai (pictured below), took the Level 3 BTEC in Aeronautical Engineering and received a Distinction*. She will be progressing to the Extended Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering in September. 

“I am so happy about my grade and that my hard work has paid off! My original plan was to be a pilot but I moved to the BTEC and now I have so many other routes open to me. My intention after completing my second year is to progress to the RAF or an Apprenticeship to work on planes – that’s my dream!” 

In Sport and Exercise Science a staggering 97% of students achieved high grades. Students also excelled in Information Technology – 71% high grades, Applied Science – 70% high grades and Health and Social Care – 57% high grades.   

Billy Floyd (pictured above) took the BTEC National Extended Diploma in IT, achieving a Distinction*, Distinction, Distinction and will be progressing to the University of Gloucestershire to study Cyber Security. Speaking about his time at College, he said he was 100% happy with his choice to come here. 

“The journey into Exeter college was so worth it for me, coming from Bideford. It is hard to move on from here as I have done so much; I have grown a lot at College. I was part of the Learner Leadership Team (LLT) which was amazing – it gave me so many opportunities. 

“College has prepared me well for the next steps. My LLT experience has helped me feel confident to go on to do similar roles with the students’ union at university. College has really supported me in my decision-making, and in being ambitious.” 

As a flagship deliverer of T Levels, the College saw an overall pass rate of 96.6% compared with 88.7% nationally. T Levels students studying Construction, Health and Education & Childcare achieved an exemplary 100% pass rate.  

Sam Hillman, Assistant Principal at Exeter College, praised the hard work of our learners saying; 

“We are delighted and exceptionally proud of our vocational and technical learners getting results. They have not only excelled academically but have mastered practical skills that will serve them well as they embark on their next steps.  

“Our curriculum experience is exceptional because of our fantastic subject specialist teachers and staff who care for and support our learners – thank you. A huge thank you must also go to our amazing employers, who work with us across our brilliant range of technical and vocational programmes, to provide inspirational and unique experiences.” 

High grades were also impressive with 50% of Health T Level students and 63% of T Level Digital Support Services achieving a distinction grade or higher. This is also the first year of celebrating T Level Business results with 100% pass. 

Amelia Saunders (pictured above) studied the T Level in Health and achieved a Distinction. She is progressing to Nursing at the University of the West of England. 

“I chose a T Level for the practical experience – I liked the mix of academic and practical elements and my work placement at the hospital has really prepared me for the work placements I know I will have to do at university for nursing.  

“Having teachers who have vocational experience in healthcare meant they could advise me on career plans and university applications.”  

Oliver Carpenter (pictured above) took the T Level in Automotive Maintenance, Installation and Repair. His next step will be to study Engineering at Sussex University this September. 

“I took the T Level to leave my options open. The T Level meant I could progress to university or an apprenticeship. For my placement I worked at Snows Toyota in Marsh Barton. It was a great experience, opening my eyes to the industry. I enjoyed the T Level – it gave me lots of industry experience.” 

T Level student, Max Slaney (pictured above), is celebrating a Merit in Digital Production Design and Development. He is heading to Royal Holloway, University of London to study a BA in Computer Science.

“The T Level was perfect for me – it gave me headway for getting into the world of work and into the industry as early as possible. The work aspect of the T Level really appealed to me: it has given me the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, it’s been brilliant. 

I have enjoyed meeting people at College, the teachers are lovely, and I have made some great friends”. 

Exeter College and the College governors would like to thank and congratulate the class of 2024 and thanks staff, parents, and partners for making this another year to celebrate.