Jo Moon

English 

Jo studied at the Amersham campus in 1991, before the college merger and transition to vocational courses, and she progressed on to university to complete a BA (Hons) in Modern Languages (English Literature & Arabic). She is now a Child Psychotherapist and also teaches in this field, having completed a Master’s in Child Psychotherapy after her earlier studies. She also works in the creative field of storytelling, with a special interest in traditional oral storytelling.

"Don't be afraid to follow your passion, enjoy your studies, and be curious and open to all it could lead to. Work hard, study hard - you get out what you put in. Good learning stretches us and takes us out of our comfort zone into growth and development." 

• Why did you choose to study at Buckinghamshire College Group?

  I loved the independence, the respect, the chance to self direct my learning, which I really rose to. I loved the discussions and being stretched to do better work.

• What were your ambitions at the time of your studies?

   I wanted to go to university but wasn't sure what I wanted to study there.

• What did you enjoy the most about your course and your time at the College

  The studying itself was stimulating & satisfying. I also loved the social life and made friends I still have to this day.

• What experiences and skills from your course have been most valuable in your journey so far?

  The critical thinking, independent thinking and study skills I developed at Amersham College were invaluable, and helped me achieve distinctions in both of my degrees.

• How did your time at the college help prepare you for where you are today?

  I learned how to be responsible for myself, how to manage my time & my deadlines, how to work with tutors to ask for help. I learned how to approach material critically and to enjoy what I was studying and take pleasure in it.

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