Visit our Virtual Open Day on Thursday 21 May from 3pm to 6pm, What to expect Our Virtual Open Day is the perfect opportunity to find out everything about your course, college life and joining us in September. Explore our campuses Take a virtual tour of our state of the art campuses, explore our buildings
read moreYou may be aware that the Government and Ofqual are currently in consultation with awarding bodies on how best to award grades to students due to complete their qualifications this summer. This consultation is due to finish on 8 May, with guidance for Colleges to follow soon after. The College will follow the guidance set
read moreIt is important to remember that while working remotely you will continue to develop the skills you need to progress to your next step. So here’s our guide to help you get the most out of your remote learning.
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read moreAttending college whilst remaining at home is new for all of our students. We understand that adapting to this new way of studying will take time. If you would like to speak to someone regarding the new processes or if you are experiences any difficulties with your course please contact our Quality team by e-mailing
read moreFollowing Government guidance around college/school closures and exam postponements, it is understandable for students to have questions about their next academic steps. The College remains committed to supporting students to progress to their desired destination. As the Department for Education and awarding bodies work towards a solution, we will be keeping a close eye on
read moreAs Barnfield College moves to online delivery, please find below a helpful guide about how to access key services. Microsoft TeamsMost of your tutor staff will be delivering classes via Microsoft Teams from Monday, please click here to open the application. How to access Microsoft Teams 1. Once you have clicked the above link to the Microsoft
read moreLatest advice as of 24 March Following the latest Government guidance, please be advised that Barnfield College is now closed. We are continuing to follow guidance set out by Government and we will keep you up to date with any further developments. If you are a key worker and parent/carer of a current student, or
read moreWith the on-going developments regarding Coronavirus, please be advised that all Course Introduction Meetings at both Barnfield College campuses are being postponed. We will be in touch as and when updates are made available so we can arrange for you to visit us. If you have a Course Introduction Meeting booked for Wednesday 25 March,
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On Monday, Level 2 catering students at Barnfield College enjoyed a fantastic masterclass from Andy Ditchfield, the official pastry chef of the house of commons. Students were given the lowdown on life within the catering industry, and received fantastic insight into the life of a professional dessert chef. Andy, who was a Barnfield College student
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Last week Barnfield College hosted the Family Roadshow organised by historical society, Hatters Heritage, who are bringing together Luton Town FC fans through vintage artwork and merchandise. The event was attended by more than 75 Lutonians, keen to share their iconic orange memorabilia. Craig Billington, a member of the work experience team at Barnfield College
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Our AAT courses could put you on the right path for a rich and rewarding career. AAT is a globally recognised qualification that puts you in the best position to progress onto a career in accountancy, bookkeeping or business. According to the 2019 AAT Salary Survey, students now start their career with an impressive average
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Barnfield College Students got an exclusive insight into the travel and aviation sector by visitors from TUI and Luton Airport. Bappi Ali and Kirsty Stonnell from TUI Group presented an informative and proactive workshop to students on how they approach and deliver their apprenticeship schemes. Bappi, from TUI’s Careers department, said: “We wanted to show
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Level 2 Beauty Therapy student Isabella has been offered a part-time job at Champneys Spa in Henlow following a successful work placement. Isabella, who started studying at Barnfield College last September, is the first Level 2 student to secure a job offer with Champneys. Beauty Therapy tutor Rebecca explains: “This is a real achievement for
read moreYou might have heard about a Course Introduction Meeting as part of the application process to Barnfield College; simply take this is a chance for you to come and find out all about life at college and hear directly from our tutors. Update: With the on-going developments regarding Coronavirus, please be advised that all Course
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Congratulations to Harrison Jones, a former Barnfield College student who has been accepted for a position at CAA (Creative Arts Agency). CAA is a talent agency that has represented a whole host of well-known music artists, including the likes of Ariana Grande and Jason Derulo. Describing his time at Barnfield college as a “vital step”
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What actually happens at an open event? You’ll be greeted at the door by our welcoming team who will give you a goody bag filled with everything you need for the event. To help you get around, you’ll get a room list and some flyers to make sure you don’t miss out. Then you’re free
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Why study an HND? An HND is the academic equivalent to the second year of a Bachelors degree. It takes two years of full-time study to complete and is designed to equip you with the skills relevant to your chosen career. HNDs are focused on ‘learning by doing’ to gain and develop hands-on skills ready
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If you couldn’t join us for our public consultation event at New Bedford Road on Saturday 9 November, you can still find out more and have your say: Monday 11 – Wednesday 13 November: – The exhibition boards are on display in campus reception at New Bedford Road – along with feedback forms Until 5pm
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Body & Paint student Vlad Iliev has won the Best Media Entry in the Farécla Apprentice & Student Bonnet Painting Competition 2019. Vlad was commended for his work in planning and creating a video that documented the production of his bonnet artwork. He won a GoPro and Farécla polishing materials. On the search for the
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Barnfield College attended the annual West Herts College Group Graduation, celebrating the fantastic achievements of their Foundation degree, HND and CIPD students. This was the first year Barnfield students joined the graduation ceremony. Kaia Burrows, HND Music graduate said “Collaborating with Barnfield College to celebrate our achievements together was a lovely idea. I had such
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2019 marks Barnfield College’s 50th year of serving the people of Luton and the surrounding area. It’s a year that’s seen a lot of change and a fresh focus on the future. Following our merger with West Herts College in February 2019 we’ve invested heavily in modern kit and facilities across both our campuses. New
read moreSo, what is clearing?Clearing is the way in which we fill any open places on our courses. If you’re thinking about applying to Barnfield College through clearing, we have a variety of courses that may interest you. Click here to explore our courses. You can use clearing if:• You’re applying after the 30 June• You didn’t receive
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Congratulations to our full time Initial Teacher Training (ITT) students, who graduated from the college on Monday morning. Studying ITT at Barnfield College allows students to develop the practical skills required from a teacher. Students are also provided with great opportunities to further develop on a personal and professional level. Elaine Battams, course manager for
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Two Barnfield College Motor Vehicle apprentices have made it to the finals of the Bodyshop Apprentice Awards competition 2019.
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A Barnfield bricklaying student has taken place in a ground-breaking new competition to find the best student bricklayers in the country. Level 1 Brickwork student Tangina “Tango” Choudhury of Barnfield College took third place in the inaugural Bricklaying Forterra Females (BFF) contest – the UK’s first all-female bricklaying competition open to female apprentices and student
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Barnfield College students and staff created a dramatic centre-piece to celebrations marking 80 years of health care at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, which opened its doors in 1939 and has been serving the community ever since. The brief for the students was to bake and decorate a giant cake to accompany a service of
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