A School of Computing student has been presented with the Duke of Edinburgh (D of E) gold award by Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, at a ceremony at St James’s Palace in London.<\/p>\n
Peter Kiely, who is a first year student at the University’s School of Computing, spent more than two years completing five sections of the highly-regarded award, which aims to help young people develop their skills and improve their employability.<\/p>\n
Gold awards are achieved by completing five sections, including Volunteering, Physical, Skills, Expedition and a Residential. Peter’s award was based on 12 months teaching primary school children to swim once a week, as well as volunteering at an Iron Age education centre. He also spent four days on an expedition in Snowdonia, Wales which involved camping, hiking and teamwork.<\/p>\n
Peter, who is studying Computer Science, said:\u00a0“The D of E award has taught me, and improved on, numerous skills that will prove beneficial to employers in the future. In addition, this award gave me a unique sense of responsibility and self-belief.”<\/p>\n
The nationwide scheme which has been running since 1956 encourages young people to develop a well-rounded set of skills to inspire confidence, develop self-esteem and help them succeed in the workplace. Peter’s sister, Hannah, also achieved a Gold award which was presented at the same ceremony.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"