Bournemouth & Poole College students praised by Royal Society of Chemistry

Peter Jackson and James Dakers

Three Bournemouth & Poole College mature students have been recognised for their outstanding research ability in sciences by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

All three, James Dakers, Pete Jackson and Harriet Rodger have recently gone on to study in their chosen fields at different universities.

For James Dakers it means a long trip north to Glasgow University to study for a Degree in Aeronautical Engineering. James is already employed by Superior Seals at Ferndown.

The work, which led to his award, involved the study of nitrile polymers in rubber, a field for which Superior Seals is known throughout the world.

Pete Jackson is now studying Nutrition at Bournemouth University. He was praised for his outstanding work on the content of vitamin C in wild flowers.

Harriet Rodger has gone on to study Neuroscience as part of a Degree in Medical Sciences at Exeter University. Her work, recognised by the Royal Society of Chemistry, was on the repellent properties of fabrics.

As mature students they are fast-tracked into university. The Bournemouth & Poole College has consistently shown that the Access courses are a great mechanism for mature students to revive their education.

Recognising the students’ achievements, Sir John Holman, Royal Society of Chemistry President elect, said: “The UK science sector needs more skilled technicians. At the Royal Society of Chemistry we are committed to helping close this skills gap by supporting professional and technical routes into science and connecting education and employers.

“The Access to Higher Education Diploma and RSciTech scheme is a great example of this. I congratulate all the students on the dedication they have shown in their industry projects, and the investment they have made in their futures through gaining RSciTech status."

For more information on Access to HE Diplomas in Science at The Bournemouth & Poole College click here.