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Role model apprentices recognised at college event

Employer News, News, Press Release / 28 March 2017

Three apprentices training at Stourbridge College have been congratulated on their career achievements and named inspiring role models for others. Accounts apprentice, Rhys Bridgens, electrical apprentice, Alicia Hewins and customer service apprentice, Jack Riese were presented with awards during a recruitment event held at the college. “These three are star apprentices who have made excellent […]

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School students learn about college life and careers

News / 10 February 2017

BMet showcased careers and college life to school students at a recent event at Matthew Boulton College. Year 9 students from Broadway Academy and Erdington Academy spent the day at the City of 1000 Trades event. Students participated in a range of different subjects and discovered how they could apply the activities to practical study. […]

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Students made up by film festival award win

News, Press Release / 30 January 2017

Student artists from Sutton Coldfield College who were part of the make-up team for a Birmingham-based zombie movie have had their talents recognised with two movie festival award wins. Comedy horror movie, Still won Best Hair and Makeup award at the Birmingham Film Festival 2016. The film also won five awards at the Independent Horror […]

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Romantic meals at Kidderminster Academy café

News / 30 January 2017

Hospitality students from Kidderminster Academy have lovingly prepared a special feast that local couples can enjoy together throughout the week of Valentine’s Day. Couples can enjoy a fabulous three-course meal on Tuesday 14th and Thursday 16th February and sample delightful dishes including grilled sea bass, bacon wrapped pan-fried chicken and piri-piri halloumi wraps for just […]

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New training academy providing hundreds of jobs

Employer News, News, Press Release / 27 January 2017

Almost 200 people have found new jobs through a unique Birmingham apprenticeship training academy. The Sigma Financial Group (Sigma), one of the UK’s leading business outsourcing firms, has seen its staff numbers grow by 50% (300 to 450 employees) since being acquired by South African-based Digicall Group in 2016. The training academy has been in […]

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BMet athletes through to cross country national championships

News / 16 January 2017

They qualified for the championships after picking up gold and bronze medals respectively at the regional championships. Shaun, who picked up silver at the nationals last season, said: “2015 nationals were a real high point for me – I’d love to now go one better and take home gold, but I know the competition is […]

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Students help to create Christmas for the National Trust

News / 5 January 2017

The mansion house is owned by Croome Heritage Trust. Lecturer, Juliet May explained: “For the past year we have worked with Croome Heritage Trust and Croome National Park to provide unique tree decorations. It has been an excellent opportunity for students to gain work experience. There’s been a lot of praise for the decorations and […]

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Sutton College exchange students meet Lord Mayor

News / 5 January 2017

The meeting was one of a series of activities arranged by staff and students at Sutton Coldfield College. Lecturer, Graham Burquest who co-ordinated the programme explained: “The focus of this exchange programme is culture and national identity. With students from Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Italy and Poland spending time with us, there have been lots of […]

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Overseas education policy makers experience college life in Birmingham

News / 5 January 2017

The senior education policymakers from countries including Albania, India, Hong Kong and South Africa received a tour from students and staff, exploring the art and design studios, science and medical labs and IT and Samsung digital suites. “The visit was part of a three-day programme led by the British Council to explore how the UK […]

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Former-student reflects on creating artwork for BMet

News / 19 December 2016

The illustration was digitally hand drawn by Ian and reflects the life of a college student and the various courses offered across BMet. Speaking of the pride he felt to have his work chosen by the college, he said: “I’m really honoured that my work is displayed at the place where I studied at. It […]

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