A mature student has overcome dyslexia to be nominated for an adult learning award.

Ken Hudson's determination to beat the condition has led to his nomination for Adult Learner of the Year by members of staff at the college.

The 48-year-old from North Dean Road, Keighley, is now looking to go one step further by applying for a place at university to study fine art.

Ken originally started at the college three years ago to improve his reading skills, and has since branched out to do a BTEC National Art and Design course.

The mature student has also received support and ass-istance from the college learning services, which has loaned him a lap top computer to carry out written work at home.

Ken says: "Being on this course has built up my confidence, and has strengthened my abilities in all areas of life. Going to university will give me the chance to go for the career I want, rather than just a job I have to do."

Ken will be one of a group of students past and present, who will be at the launch of the new Pre-BA foundation course, at the college's art and design studios in the Harold Town Building. The open evening on March 3, is open to all prospective students interested in discussing the course, as well as the other Art and Design courses.

National Diploma course tutor Pam Brook is justifiably proud of the students the college has helped towards places in higher education.

She says: "Mature students bring a lot of motivation with them and we value that. Ken is a typical example."

, that's why we had no hesitation in nominating him for one of the Adult Learner of the Year awards."

The open evening on Tuesday starts at 6.30pm.

All prospective students are welcome, and early arrivers will receive a free gift.

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