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Student Case Study

male student Matthew England using engineering equipment with blue lighting

Matthew England

Course: Foundation Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Meet mechanical engineering student Matthew. He says one of the things he loves most about NWRC is the small classroom environment, which offers more 1-to-1 support than University. He hopes to one day move to Australia to become a Mechanical Design Engineer.

I plan to pursue my studies further at university and move to Australia to achieve my dream of becoming a Mechanical Design Engineer. I would 100% recommend my course. It has taught me what I need to know to succeed.

Age:

19

Where are you from?

Derry

What course are you studying at NWRC?

I am studying Mechanical Engineering Level 5 Foundation Degree.

Previous Education before you came to NWRC?

I completed my A-levels at St. Columb's College

Tell us more about your course at NWRC

I enjoy my course very much. I find it interesting study how different things work on a mechanical level and how different materials have different properties about them.

What is the best thing about College life?

The small classroom environment feels more welcoming and supportive than the big lecture halls at university.

What are you future plans?

I plan to pursue my course further in university and hopefully, furthermore, move to Australia to achieve my dream of being a mechanical design engineer.

Would you recommend this course to other students?

I would 100% recommend this course as it teaches you what you need to know and is very helpful.

Matthew featured in a photoshoot for the College's 2024/25 Full-Time prospectus
Matthew featured in a photoshoot for the College's 2024/25 Full-Time prospectus


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