Not everybody has a clear career pathway in their minds from a young age, but Calum Price is a wonderful example of somebody who is driven by a passion, and a determination to make an impact in their dream industry.
HELPING HER HOMELAND
Nigerian-born Maryam Abbakyari (pictured above, right) has been combining her knowledge of Architecture with her passion for her homeland to try and revolutionise housing in Nigeria’s poorest communities through her PhD research.
She explains how The Sir Thomas White Loan Charity’s (STWLC) Education Loan has enabled her to take on this project and how her research has changed her perspective on life.
JANE’S JOURNEY FOLLOWING CHARITY SUPPORT
Available up to £10,000 and completely interest-free, our Education Loan can open many doors when it comes to education opportunities. This applies not only for what a young person may wish to study after graduating, but also how a qualification could influence a career path. Simply put, the Education Loan could help to shape a young person’s future from their post-graduate studies right through their working life.
Pursuing a Passion
Having a passion for a chosen career is always a strong advantage, but nonetheless there are often challenges that lie on the pathway between education and the dream job.
With aspirations of entering the competitive aquatic industry, Liam Byrne knew that he needed further education just to get his foot in the door. A plan was in place, but it was support from The Sir Thomas White Loan Charity that would ultimately enable Liam to step in and continue on his journey…
Share Your Story
If you are a current or former borrower who has benefited from one of our education loans, and would be happy to share your story, please contact Sarah Hope on sarah.hope@stwcharity.co.uk, 0116 2046620 for more information.