Stockport College twins achieve identical results

Stockport College students and identical twin brothers, Moaz (right) and Hammad (left) Jabeen, have also achieved identical results in their Level 3 Information Technology.

The brothers, who relocated from Pakistan to the UK in October 2021, were each awarded D*D*D in the course, and will now progress to pursue a Level 4 in Cyber Security, also at Stockport College, part of the Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG).

Education has always been a priority for Moaz and Hammad. The day after they arrived in the UK, they immediately enrolled on the Fast Track Express GCSE programme for English and Maths at Trafford College—an intensive six-month programme of study.

Following this, the twins moved on to Stockport College, where they enrolled on a BTEC Level 3 IT course and remarkably both achieved identical top-tier grades. Moaz commented:

“We have always been extremely close and champion each other’s efforts, so to receive the same grades was just incredible. We also owe a lot to our IT tutor Leonardo Casillas, who was phenomenal.”

While remaining close is important to them, both twins have carved out their own leadership roles within the college community. Moaz took the lead in event planning, successfully organising MACFEST at Stockport College, while Hammad served as the student leader, representing his peers with dedication.

Their academic success was equally matched by their involvement in extracurricular activities. Moaz’s fiction writing was selected for publication by the Association of College in 2023, representing hundreds of students across England and Wales. Hammad, meanwhile, won ‘Article of the Year’ for his outstanding contributions to the student newsletter, College Extra.

Their shared journey continued as they represented Stockport College in the WorldSkills UK Cybersecurity National Competition, where their teamwork and expertise in the field were showcased. Hammad also demonstrated his individual talent by securing second place in the Greater Manchester College Skills Competition, once again representing Stockport College. Reflecting on their journey, Moaz said:

“Hammad and I have always pushed each other to do our best. Being able to share these experiences together has been a huge motivation. We are grateful for the support we’ve received from Stockport College, and we’re excited to continue this journey into Cyber Security.”

Their ultimate goal is to secure careers that allow them to make a significant impact in this critical industry.

Saqib Brook, TSCG’s Head of Academic Studies (Altrincham), who was instrumental in Moaz and Hammad’s journey from the outset, praised the twins:

“Moaz and Hammad’s story is an inspiring example of how a strong bond and shared passion can lead to exceptional achievements. Their commitment, both to their studies and their roles in the college community, is a testament to their dedication and drive. We wish them every success as they embark on their Cyber Security studies with us.”

While not identical, twins Mary and Mercy Adeniran also chose to take the same path at Trafford College, celebrating successful results in Psychology, Sociology and Law (BCC and BBB respectively). The siblings have come a long way since arriving in the UK from Nigeria in 2020 as asylum seekers with their mum and younger sister and joining Trafford College’s FT GCSE programme at the Altrincham campus.

They are now heading to the University of Manchester together to study Adult Nursing.