A Busy Month for Chelmsford College Science Students
Chelmsford College prides themselves on being a provider committed to helping students leave with the skills and knowledge they need to take their next steps. An important part of this includes opportunities to explore potential careers and further study options through worthwhile trips and experiences. The College’s Science department are a great example of this as they have been busy over the last month taking students out and about to bring their studies to life. The department is made up of Level 2 Applied Science, Level 3 Biomedical Science and Level 3 Forensic and Criminal Investigation.
Highlights include the 14th October when Anglia Ruskin University hosted a Students Day as a lead up to their annual Science Festival. They had a full day of hands-on STEM workshops and interactive activities all opening up their eyes to what their futures could look like. The students particularly enjoyed speaking with university staff and trying out practical equipment at the various stands, including VR headsets.
Most recently, the Forensic students took part in a Crime Taster Day, also hosted at Chelmsford Anglia Ruskin University, on the 11th November. The jam packed agenda began with a welcome session, introducing students to the university, its degree routes and offering useful tips and advice about higher education. This was followed by a session delivered by Senior Lecturer Jo Traynor, exploring policing and criminology. As the trip fell on Remembrance Day, the students and staff alike ensured to take part in a 2 minute silence to remember those who served. Following a break, Jo discussed the victims of crime before fellow Senior Lecturer John Greenan took to the stage to explore prison financing. After lunch, learners found out more about degree apprenticeship routes before enjoying a tour of the university campus and its facilities. The day finished with a Q&A session hosted by student ambassadors, giving learners the opportunity to ask questions and hear about university life first-hand.
Paul Miles, Interim Head of Department of Health Care and Science, praised the team's efforts, saying "A big thank you to the Science team for organising these fantastic opportunities and helping our students broaden their horizons."