Kirkley Hall SEND Centre nominated for construction award

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Northumberland College’s inspirational learning environment for students with special education needs and disabilities has been nominated for a prestigious regional construction award. The state-of-the-art SEND Centre at Kirkley Hall Campus is a finalist for the Value category at the 2021 Constructing Excellence North East (CENE) Awards.  Part of a multi-million-pound regeneration project managed by real estate consultants Hollis, the campus’ existing Kielder Building … Continued

Digital boot camps launched to address skills shortage and boost job creation

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People from across the North East are to benefit from a new set of digital training courses to develop specialist skills and improve their opportunities of securing a job with local businesses. The Skills Bootcamps in Digital are short, intensive courses in subjects such as data analysis, digital marketing, web development and cyber security. They … Continued

New Engineering and Manufacturing Industry Lead for college

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A new engineering and manufacturing Industry Lead has been appointed by Education Partnership North East to support Northumberland College further develop its engineering and manufacturing technical curriculum. One of its sector specialisms, the college group intends for Northumberland College to play a leading role in the industry’s future within this important North East LEP skills … Continued

Equine graduate presents at Alltech-Hartpury Conference

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A Northumberland College alumni’s research has been recognised at one of the country’s most prestigious Higher Education equine conferences.  Bekki Schofield, who studied an FdSc in Equine Performance and Coaching before graduating with a BSc first class honours, was chosen to present an abstract of her dissertation at the Alltech-Hartpury Conference.  Aimed at Higher Education students from across the UK, … Continued

National recognition for outstanding student Sophia

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A Northumberland College Animal Management student’s academic achievements and stand-out contribution to her local community has received national recognition.  Sophia Williams, who is studying an Advanced Technical Diploma in Animal Management at the college’s Kirkley Hall Campus, won the Lord Glenamara Pupil Technical Award after being praised by lecturers for her dedication to her studies … Continued

Regional Welding and Fabrication Training Centre announced

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An innovative partnership between Northumberland County Council, Northumberland College and Port of Blyth is to establish a welding and fabrication training facility in Blyth. Investment of £1.08m will deliver a technical vocational training centre at the Port’s South Harbour terminal which will focus on training school leavers, adults and sector employees in welding and fabrication … Continued

Outdoor Adventure Academy students enjoy Wales residential

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Northumberland College Sport and Active Leisure students took on the great outdoors during a recent residential trip to Wales. The students took part in a range of activities including climbing and mountaineering which sharpened their skills as well as improving their confidence and knowledge of operating in challenging environments. During the week, the group lived … Continued

Equine Centre shortlisted at North East Property Awards

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Northumberland College’s bespoke Equine Centre at Kirkley Hall has been shortlisted in the Commercial Development category at the Insider Media North East Property Awards.  Part of a multi-million-pound regeneration project managed by real estate consultants Hollis, the recently completed Centre boasts an international-standard indoor arena to host equestrian events; a stable block, tack rooms, wash area, drying room, horse walker and show jumps available for hire to local riding clubs; as well as a … Continued

Matthew engineers dream job with AkzoNobel

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A chance encounter when receiving his BTEC results has helped a young engineer land a job with global paint manufacturer AzkoNobel.  In August, Matthew Thompson attended Pearson’s BTEC Results Day event at Ashington Campus’s STEM Centre to celebrate the ‘Class of 2020’ as they opened their results on BBC News.  There the 18-year-old met Jeff Hope, Head of Ashington Manufacturing at AkzoNobel, who was impressed by the young man’s aspiration, enthusiasm and maturity as well … Continued

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