Kingston College has announced over 60% of BTEC students achieved at least one Distinction (equivalent to grade A at A-level).

Another 48 students achieved Triple Distinction*, equivalent to three A*s at A Level, at the further education college. Over 600 students are progressing to university or an Apprenticeship.

Jamahl Golland acheived triple Distinction* and will study Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences BSc at UCL. (Photo: Kingston College)

BTEC Sport & Exercise Science student, Jamahl Golland, is off to University College London, having gained Triple Distinction*, equivalent to 3 A* at A Level. Jamahl says: "I studied a BTEC as I knew that A Levels weren't right for me. Having my grades solely dependent on exam results was not going to work out. I knew that to get the UCAS points I needed to get into top universities, I needed an alternative path.

"I will continue my studies at UCL on their Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences BSc. I truly believe that without this course, I would not have these opportunities in my life right now."

Kingston College's latest BTEC National Extended Diploma saw 50% of students achieving at least three Distinctions and above, equivalent to three As at A Level. 

Over 1400 students complete their Level 3 qualifications with Kingston College this academic year, with 94% passing their BTEC courses and over 68% achieving the high grades.

Miranda Reed acheived Triple Distinction* and wants to launch herself straight into industry work. (Photo: Kingston College)

 BTEC Graphic Design student, Miranda Reed, awarded a Triple Distinction* said: "I plan to go straight into the film industry or the graphic design industry - working ideally as a concept artist or an illustrator."

"There is an unfortunate lack of good Graphic Design courses in West London. I wanted a college that was very focused on the creative arts, as opposed to those subjects being an afterthought to English or maths, and Kingston was the perfect place to start."