“Richmond College Was Not Just a Diploma — It Was a Transformation.”
Q: William, could you briefly introduce yourself and tell us where your journey began?
William B.:
My name is William B., and my academic and professional journey truly began with one life-changing decision: choosing Richmond College.
Before Richmond, I had lived in the United States for many years and attended university there. Although I was studying, the education system felt heavily focused on memorisation rather than real-world preparation. I was constantly moving from class to class, dealing with exams, visas, and finals — yet I realised I wasn’t gaining practical skills I could actually use in my career.
At that point, I knew I needed a new direction. That decision led me to Richmond College, and looking back today, it was one of the most important turning points of my life.
Q: What made Richmond College different from your previous educational experience?
William B.:
Richmond College was fundamentally different because it focused on learning by doing. The UK modular system was applied exactly as it should be.
Every module felt like a real-world project.
Every assignment was practical and application-based.
Every academic essay significantly strengthened my academic writing skills.
And every subject was designed around solving real-life problems.
This wasn’t just about gaining knowledge — it was about learning how to use that knowledge in the professional world.
Q: Can you share some concrete skills you developed at Richmond?
William B.:
Absolutely. I built the foundation of my technical career at Richmond.
I wrote my first Java application there.
I completed my first network configuration at Richmond.
And most importantly, Richmond gave me the confidence to speak professionally with senior engineers, including DevOps specialists.
Today, as someone working in the field of cyber security, every core skill I rely on was developed during my time at Richmond College.
Q: You were working full-time while studying. How did Richmond support that balance?
William B.:
That flexibility was one of Richmond’s greatest strengths. I was working 8–9 hours a day, so attending a traditional university would have been nearly impossible.
With Richmond’s flexible structure, I created my own sustainable study routine. Every evening between 7:00 pm and 10:00 pm, five days a week, I focused entirely on my studies. Just three hours a day — but with discipline and consistency.
As a result:
I completed Level 4 and Level 5 in about one year
Finished Level 6 in another year
Earned my Bachelor’s degree in approximately 2.5 years
At no point did I feel overwhelmed. Richmond doesn’t push you beyond your limits — it strengthens you within them.
Q: How did Richmond prepare you for university progression?
William B.:
When I progressed to Arden University after Richmond, I immediately realised how well prepared I was.
The teaching style, assessment methods, project-based modules — everything felt familiar. I wasn’t trying to adapt; I was already ready.
The results spoke for themselves:
My grades improved significantly
I completed my final project in just 2.5 months
My academic supervisors praised my academic writing skills
Richmond didn’t just prepare me for university — it prepared me to succeed there.
Q: What are you most proud of today?
William B.:
One of the proudest moments of my life is that I will soon begin my Master’s degree in Advanced Cyber Security at King’s College London, a university ranked among the world’s top 40.
Being accepted into such a prestigious institution didn’t happen overnight. It all started with a small step — enrolling in Level 4 at Richmond College.
Richmond didn’t just help me graduate.
It opened doors — academically and professionally.
Q: What would you say to students considering Level 4 or Level 5 at Richmond today?
William B.:
If you are currently working, short on time, or uncertain about your future, I want you to know this:
Every assignment at Richmond moves you forward.
Every module prepares you for real working life.
Every academic essay strengthens your communication skills.
Every project is an investment in your future career.
One day, you’ll be telling your own story with pride.
This is not just a diploma.
It’s a transformation journey.
Q: Any final words you’d like to share?
William B.:
I am deeply grateful to Richmond College. To the lecturers, academic advisors, and mentors who supported me at every stage — thank you. During one of the most critical periods of my life, Richmond became my guiding light.
Now, it’s your turn.
You only need to make one decision.
Richmond will take care of the rest.
My journey began at Richmond College.
Where will yours begin?
