What's college life like?

There comes a time of year when those who are doing their GCSEs mus decide what to do with their life next, and hopefully today's post may encourage you to become a college student.

So what's college life like?

I personally think it's a lot better than School. Quite simply because you have more freedom. At my college, you're allowed off site at lunch break (Not that that matters to me as I finish at lunchtime every day), and most other colleges will let you off site during long break times like lunchtime. The hours you will do may vary depending on what course you do, however most colleges may only let you study one course (There may be exceptions so make sure to ask!). You will often get access to college conveniences absolutely free, like the free gym I mentioned in yesterday's post. Use of these is often able to be fitted in around your class times, like when I go to the gym after college on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

How do you know what course is right for yourself?

You are much more likely to find the right course for you if you know what you want to do when you're older. If you have a few jobs you'd like to do when you're older, consult with the college you're considering and see if they can provide a course that can help you increase the chances of getting those jobs. I mainly want to be a Train Driver, however I'm also considering becoming a Bus Driver, or a Lorry Driver. The course I'm on teaches you Functional Skills Maths and English, and also helps to prepare you for the world of work. This course is perfect for me as all 3 jobs I mentioned that I want to do when I'm older only really require good English, Maths and Employability.

Do colleges provide Extra curricular activities, like schools do?

This will vary between colleges, so you should probably ask the college(s) you're considering.

Are schoolbuses provided for colleges?

Unfortunately, schoolbuses aren't provided for colleges. They may be additional public service buses put on routes to give college students a separate bus to travel on. Ask your local bus operator about transport to/from the college(s) you're considering.

Would trains be a suitable form of transport to/from college?

That all depends on your class tines, the times of the train(s) you will be catching and if the area your college is situated in. We don't have many railways where I live so I don't use trains much at all.

Will you meet new people at college?

Most likely, yes.

If you want to know any more about college life, please leave a comment and I'll get back to you.