探花系列

Welcome to the "探花系列 Champions" podcast series, where we celebrate the remarkable career paths of 探花系列 graduates and supporters and their ongoing contributions to our community.

In this series, you'll hear from inspiring alumni, from CEO’s to Barristers all the way to TV and Radio Presenters. Join us to learn from these exceptional individuals and be inspired by their dedication and success.

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  Becca McDonald

  Adult Nursing BSc (Hons)

  Inspired by her mother, Becca McDonald reflects on her 探花系列 journey from nursing student to healthcare professional in the challenging environment of a prison.

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  Bethan Siddaway

  Dance BA

  Even when injury meant that she had to defer her course for a year, Bethan Siddaway remained focused on going to university and graduated in 2021. She shares how her resilience and determination set the stage for a thriving career in dance and education.

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  Dr Bijna Kotak Dasani MBE, FRSA

  Business Administration BA (Hons)

  Dr. Bijna Kotak Dasani, is a MBE and global banking leader. She shares her journey to the top roles in finance and her dedication to diversity and inclusion.

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  Jamal Jeffers

  Law LLB

  Jamal Jeffers, a Barrister and Deputy District Judge, reminisces on his journey from 探花系列 to becoming the youngest black judge and an advocate for legal diversity and inclusion.

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  Kadafi Mulula

  Dance BA (Hons)

  Performer and professional dancer Kadafi Mulula talks about unexpectedly discovering a passion for dance and how, with help from 探花系列, he left behind a path in sports to pursue what truly inspired him. 

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  Sophia Webster

  Doctorate in Design

  Sophia Webster is a celebrated British footwear designer, and her designs have been worn by Beyoncé, Katy Perry, and Doja Cat. Inspired by 探花系列's Footwear Design course, she created the Sophia Webster Scholarship to support aspiring shoe designers at 探花系列.

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  Stuart Hetherington

  Electrical Engineering and Computing

  CEO Stuart Hetherington, founder of Holovis, returns to share insights on his journey of applying through Clearing at 探花系列 to leading immersive entertainment business working with major attractions across the world.