I chose to study Sport because my life has been filled with it from doing track and football which made me want to learn more about the industry and the other aspects of it. So far, I have covered psychology and anatomy. I had to study those units for an exam that I took at the beginning of the year. 

I want to achieve my ambition of supporting young people to achieve their goals. So far, we have learnt about the various methods of teaching and how this can be used in our settings; as well as strategies for behaviour management and the theorists who have impacted the way we teach.

MidKent College seemed human. They took the time to listen to what I needed and were willing to help. I had a bumpy start, as I wanted to go with another university in London because it was a 1-year course, but they messed up my admission.

MidKent College is a main training provider for the military students in vocational and higher education as well, hence it was my preferred choice as my background is also military. I joined a Professional Engineering Wing (PEW) as a mechanical building services engineering lecturer. As part of my teaching role, I have to complete this programme.

When I started my course, my son, who teaches, said to me ‘are you planning a career change dad?’ I’m not. I’m doing it because I do a lot of training in public health and I wanted to do it better, and have formal qualifications. I have put myself through the wringer as a result!

It’s probably one of the best colleges for equipment for Music and Performing Arts in the local area. I’m enjoying being around the people in my class and collaborating with other like-minded students and musicians. We’re currently preparing to do a live performance at a local venue.