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The Big Trunk Trail is coming to Luton!
on November 2, 2020In the summer of 2021, The Big Trunk Trail will arrive in town – the biggest, most unique outdoor art event Luton’s ever seen. At least 30 vibrant, beautifully decorated elephants will be placed around the town’s key landmarks. This fantastic event ‘The Big Trunk Trail’ is being brought to Luton by Keech Hospice Care
read moreSEMLEP launches initiative to support employment
on October 9, 2020Live Enrichment – Get involved now
on October 6, 2020GAP website
on June 1, 2020Whilst students are studying at home, our GAP website has been developed into an excellent hub of resources for current and future Barnfield College students and apprentices. The site now hosts a collection of online resources on topics ranging from wellness, to study tips, to employability information. There is also a great selection of leisure
read moreFormer Barnfield College student delivers dessert masterclass
on March 16, 2020On 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
read moreHatter’s Heritage Roadshow heads to Barnfield College
on March 12, 2020Last 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
read moreWhy Study an AAT Course?
on January 29, 2020Our 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
read moreStudents receive Travel and Aviation Workshop from TUI and LLA Employees
on January 20, 2020Barnfield 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
read moreBarnfield College Beauty student secures work with Champneys Spa
on January 15, 2020Level 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 moreFormer student gains position at CAA (Creative Arts Agency)
on January 10, 2020Congratulations 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”
read moreWhat is an HND?
on December 13, 2019Why 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
read moreStudents create special effects in ‘amazing’ prop production masterclass
on December 4, 2019Student wins award in Farécla Bonnet Competition
on October 23, 2019Body & 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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