Aoife Harvey, a successful Art and Design graduate, returned to North West Regional College (NWRC) to inspire students on their exam results day to consider pursuing their higher education at their local Further Education (FE) college.
Aoife, who recently secured victory on the BBC TV show ‘A Stitch Through Time,’ met with key figures at NWRC’s Limavady campus, including Luke McCloskey, the campus manager, Clare Heffernan, a Learning Resource Assistant, and her former lecturers Emma Dickson and Gaenor Speer, who are part of the Art & Design Curriculum Management team.
Her educational journey began at St Patrick’s and St Brigid’s in Claudy, but she transitioned to NWRC Limavady at the age of 16 to undertake the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design. She continued her studies at NWRC, completing the UAL Foundation Diploma, and eventually earning a first-class honours degree in Fashion and Textiles from Ulster University.
As GCSE Results Day approaches, Aoife offered her advice: “For those receiving GCSE results this week, I encourage you to explore the offerings of your local FE college. NWRC provided me with the opportunity to follow my passion. Now, having completed university and established my own brand AH Designs, I’m thrilled about my journey. Participating in A Stitch Through Time on BBC Northern Ireland and Project Fashion at the Culloden Estate, where my designs were showcased on the runway to promote slow fashion, have been highlights.”
Looking back on her experiences, Aoife expressed her gratitude to NWRC’s lecturers for their unwavering support and guidance. She urged students to consider their options carefully in the upcoming weeks, emphasizing that decisions made during this time can shape their future significantly.
North West Regional College stands as a supportive pillar for students facing these important decisions. The college’s campuses at Strand Road, Springtown, Limavady Main Street, Greystone, and Strabane foster an inclusive and nurturing learning environment. With the backing of qualified staff, students are guided every step of the way, while the top-notch facilities mirror industry standards, creating an optimal learning setting.
Prospective students are invited to explore the college’s offerings in 2023 through the RESULTS DAYS event, scheduled for August 24-25 at the Strand Road, Springtown, Limavady, and Strabane campuses, running from 10 am to 4:00 pm.
