Crime commissioner hails new criminology degree course
A new degree course designed to prepare students for careers in the criminal justice system has been given the seal of approval by Durham’s Police…
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New IT suites give training boost to region’s digital sector
People looking to join the North East’s fast growing digital sector can enjoy state-of-the-artfacilities after the launch of two new IT suites at Bishop Auckland…
Hereward College Principal awarded MBE in Queen’s Birthday Honours
The Principal of Hereward College has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for services to young people with disabilities. Paul Cook, who…
Student supports Invictus Games after life-changing stroke
A Newton Aycliffe student who suffered life-changing disabilities after a stroke four yearsago is flying to the Netherlands this week to support competitors at the…
Football team celebrates winning Colleges’ League title
Bishop Auckland College is celebrating after winning the North-East footballing equivalent of University Challenge. A 6-2 away win at Darlington Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form secured…
Award-winning teacher invited to Downing St to meet PM
An award-winning teacher enjoyed a “once in a lifetime experience” after being invited to Downing Street to meet the Prime Minister and Education Secretary. Andrew…
Minister meets apprentices at training centre visit
The vital importance of apprenticeships to the region’s engineering and manufacturing sectors was stressed today during a Ministerial visit to South West Durham Training. Sounding…
Former star apprentice returns to teach at college training centre
A former award-winning apprentice has returned to her former college to pass on 25 yearsof industry experience to young engineers. Rachael Graves was South West…
College partnership leads to first apprenticeships
A pioneering programme which provides work experience opportunities for young people interested in a career in painting and decorating has created its first full time…
Turing Scheme funding success to bring “life-changing” experience for childcare students
Childcare students from Bishop Auckland College (@bishopcollege) are heading on a journey of discovery to Italy as part of a new Government foreign study scheme. The…