Wondering what’s next after College?
Discover career progression advice to help you in your next steps after studying at EKC Canterbury College
We also hold a series of guidance sessions where you can speak to an advisor about a range of topics including career progression, funding advice, course guidance and support services.
Our Careers Officers, Karen, Katie, Rachel, and Liz are located in the information, advice and guidance (IAG) office opposite reception, and are available to talk to you about your future career, further study or any progression questions you may have.
You can also book a 1-1 appointment with them in College if you are a current student. To get in touch: iag@eastkent.ac.uk
Our team of Learning and Skills Coaches are on hand to provide students with additional support, to ensure they put their best foot forward.
Students can take part in sessions covering a range of topics such as study and revision tips, and how to start thinking about their next steps.
We follow the Gatsby Benchmarks for good Career Guidance, which aligns with our Compass Evaluation goals.
Our Careers and Progression Service provides a confidential, impartial, and accessible experience tailored to your needs. Delivered by professionally qualified staff, we support learners of all ages with expert guidance to help you achieve your goals during and after College life.
“The independence really drove me to discover what excites and motivates me, helping me to develop real world skills, such as working creatively in a group scenario.
Studying on the Music pathway at Canterbury College course provided me with a fantastic music education and I owe a lot of the opportunities I’ve had since to the guidance and skill of the department and lecturers. “
After finding her passion in ceramics during her course, Kirsty was offered an internship to work with Kate Malone MBE in her studio in Kent. Kate is a ceramic artist and judge on BBC2’s programme, ‘The Great Pottery Throw Down’.
Kate has praised Kirsty as “an asset to the business” and said that working with her is inspiring.
“After competing my course, I have been working away at festivals such as Glastonbury and Leeds Festival and I am now working on transitioning from being the security staff to being one of the event staff, which has all provided to be excellent industry experience working around many different artists.
Additionally, I am starting a jazz and soul focused band with the hopes in one day becoming a touring artist at events such as the festivals I have been so lucky to work at.”
