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Student of The Year Award

Motor Vehicle student Aaron Linsey was nominated for the ‘Institute of the Motor Industry Full-time Student of the Year Award’. 

Following his nomination, Aaron was successfully shortlisted for the award and went on to win the award in March. 

Aaron started his journey at Colchester Institute in September 2021 and has since completed his Level 1 in Automotive Maintenance before progressing onto the Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. He is now studying the Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. 

Throughout his time here, Aaron has actively sought practical experiences through work placements with a local vehicle workshop, a kit car manufacturer restorer, and an auto centre.   

Congratulations Aaron, for winning this outstanding award!  

Aaron Linsey