Whilst 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
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Virtual Open Day
on May 6, 2020Visit 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 moreQualification outcomes for Summer 2020
on April 27, 2020You 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 moreGetting the most out of online learning
on April 1, 2020It 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.
read moreCoronavirus guidance for new students
on March 27, 2020Find out all the latest Cornavirus guidance for new students
read moreCoronavirus guidance for current students
on March 27, 2020Find out all the latest Coronavirus guidance for current students.
read moreAssessment and Exam Update
on March 23, 2020Following 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 moreCoronavirus guidance for students and staff
on March 19, 2020Latest 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 moreCoronavirus Update: We’re rearranging Course Introduction Meetings
on March 19, 2020With 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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Former 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
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Hatter’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
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Why 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
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Students 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
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Barnfield 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 moreCourse Introduction Meeting
on January 15, 2020You 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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Former 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”
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What to expect at a Barnfield College Open Event
on January 10, 2020What 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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What 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
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UCAS Deadline: 15 January 2020
on December 10, 2019
The deadline for UCAS applications is 15 January 2020 at 6pm for courses starting in 2020 (and for deferred applications). Start thinking about what you can achieve next year and apply now. We can offer all of our students and applicants support with their decisions on Higher Education, to help we’ve pulled out all of the key information below.read more
UCAS Deadline: 15 January 2020
Students create special effects in ‘amazing’ prop production masterclass
on December 4, 2019
London-based prop production company, Bentley Advanced Materials, visited Barnfield College yesterday to host a fantastic masterclass to a range of our students. Throughout the masterclass, Hair, Beauty, Media and Art and Design students were introduced to industry standard materials from Bentley Advance Materials, which is heavily involved in special effects used in Hollywood blockbusters. Studentsread more
Students create special effects in ‘amazing’ prop production masterclassCAMPUS DEVELOPMENT – FIND OUT MORE AND HAVE YOUR SAY
on October 29, 2019If 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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Student 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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Barnfield College Graduation 2019
on October 7, 2019Barnfield 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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A year of change at Barnfield College
on September 3, 20192019 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 moreClearing Guide 2019
on August 2, 2019So, 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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First full time Initial Teacher Training students graduate from Barnfield College
on August 2, 2019Congratulations 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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Motor Vehicle students’ reach final of the Bodyshop Apprentice Awards 2019
on July 11, 2019Two Barnfield College Motor Vehicle apprentices have made it to the finals of the Bodyshop Apprentice Awards competition 2019.
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Barnfield represented in UK first all-female bricklaying competition
on March 8, 2019A 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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Hospital’s 80th celebrations are baked to perfection
on February 18, 2019Barnfield 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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Barnfield Motor Vehicle host debut industry event
on February 12, 2019The Motor Vehicle workshops at Barnfield College had a healthy industry buzz last week, as a host of suppliers and guests headed to the college’s Enterprise Way Campus for the team’s first ‘Meet the Industry’ event. Bringing together a network of top industry suppliers from the repair sector and wider motor vehicle industry, the event
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