"My favourite memory of Cotswold Edge was hindered by the pandemic; I spent half of my Year 12 & 13 experience in lockdown. But nonetheless, we had a prom—it wasn’t like any other proms, but the teachers and other staff still made an effort for us to feel celebrated."

I achieved a 2:1 in my Undergraduate degree studying Criminology and Criminal Justice with Psychology. Currently, I am studying for my postgraduate degree in Cyber Crime and Terrorism at Swansea University. It focuses on the effects that cyber has had on day-to-day life, including the promotion of extremist content on the internet or malware attacks like the recent M&S one.

"My time at Cotswold Edge improved my people skills for a professional environment. I loved being head boy, part of the 6th form team and making a difference in school."

I started by researching all the different ways of getting into the industry. I had to do a series of maths and cognitive tests, and an interview to be accepted onto the course. My training involved time flying in and around Florida. I loved it!

"I was really undecided what or where to study after 6th form. Cotswold Edge supported me with many ideas. After taking a gap year, I applied to Oxford; 6th form helped me check my personal statement before applying."

Studying at Oxford has been the best experience. Oxford is not what I expected, it’s so much better. I’m heading to Munich for a week, supported by my college’s academic travel grant, to conduct research for my dissertation (post-war German memory). I feel incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to travel for research.