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Joy as Les Mis star joins college cast
29th February 2012, 14:35A STARLET whose credits include the West End stage productions of Les Miserables and Mamma Mia! has been inspired to join the cast of a Havering College show taking place at the London Palladium. Sophia Ragavelas - who received rave reviews as Eponine and Fantine in Les Mis and as bride-to-be Sophie in the smash hit musical based on the songs of Abba - will be performing alongside 250 young people from Havering College of Further and Higher Education and schools in the London...
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Find out about careers in financial services
28th February 2012, 17:15Ever wandered into a bank and wondered what happens to all that money? Ever heard about the stock market on the television and wondered what it all means? The CISI can help you discover more about careers in financial services and build the skills employers are looking for. Apart from providing a good salary, the financial services industry is interesting and challenging, with one day rarely like the next. It is not just about buying and selling shares but has a range...
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The Fashion Retail Academy Open Day - 14th March 2012
28th February 2012, 09:56The Fashion Retail Academy Open Day - 14th March 2012 Register Today - http://www.fashionretailacademy.ac.uk/joining-fra/open-days The FRA Open Days provide a fantastic opportunity to see our modern central London facilities, and they allow you to get an actual feel for what it would be like to study at the Academy. At an Open Day you will have the opportunity to 'Shop For Your Future' by gathering course leaflets and information, go on a tour of our state of...
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A Degree - Is It Really Worth All The Time, Cost And Effort?
24th February 2012, 12:15The question all panicked college leavers ask themselves nowadays is the controversial subject of whether a degree is necessary for success. I want to show students, who like me, have been unsure on University, that with determination and drive, it is possible to achieve your dreams without the worry of risen fees and 75k debt. The worried state that all second year college students are in now, was exactly how I felt last year, and my god was I worried! I didn’t know...
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Prime Minister David Cameron meets apprentices
23rd February 2012, 14:15A GROUP of Havering College apprentices employed by leading companies have met Prime Minister David Cameron. Fourteen apprentices from energy giants EDF, technology company e2v and the Cycle Systems Academy – all taking Intermediate Level 2 courses through Havering College – were on hand as the Prime Minister announced a new round of Government funding to support thousands of apprenticeships up to degree equivalent. The event took place at Crossrail’s new...
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Happy feet as ex-students run dance masterclass
22nd February 2012, 15:13TWO former dance students now excelling in their field have run a masterclass for a new generation of performers studying at Havering College of Further and Higher Education. Dance school boss Amy Jobling and Andrew Hamshire – who has worked on The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent and So You Want to Dance - returned to the college that kick started their dreams. Hornchurch resident Amy and Andrew, 23, from Poplar, East London, shared their experiences of making...
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Are you looking for an exciting career…?
22nd February 2012, 11:46A career with BAM Nuttall is not like any other career! We give our people as much freedom and involvement in all aspects of a project at the earliest stage. From day one you will be working with our experienced team and will be able to make an instant contribution to the running of our £multi-million projects. Advanced Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering Our Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to train as either a Civil Engineer or a Quantity Surveyor....
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Discover Fortunes – careers in financial planning await you...
22nd February 2012, 11:27Do you like the idea of making a tidy sum of money for yourself at the same time as being a trusted financial expert for other people? Financial planners are professionals who do just that – and it’s open to you. Everyone needs financial advice at different stages of their life – whether they are a young professional, a Premiership footballer or a pensioner. Even Finance Directors for multinational companies use financial planners –...
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Have you entered BASE - ICAEWs national business game competition for sixth form students?
21st February 2012, 17:11Business, Accounting and Skills Education (BASE) is an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about careers in business and finance, meet potential employers, strengthen your CV and sharpen your skills. BASE offers an experience like nothing you will gain in the classroom. Add to this, a little inter-school rivalry and the chance to win amazing prizes, there’s just one question: Why wouldn’t you want to attend? What is BASE? BASE, our national business game...
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The Fashion Retail Academy Open Day - 14th March 2012
21st February 2012, 11:34The Fashion Retail Academy Open Day - 14th March 2012 Register Today - http://www.fashionretailacademy.ac.uk/joining-fra/open-days The FRA Open Days provide a fantastic opportunity to see our modern central London facilities, and they allow you to get an actual feel for what it would be like to study at the Academy. At an Open Day you will have the opportunity to 'Shop For Your Future' by gathering course leaflets and information, go on a tour of our state of...
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Engineering Career Academy Launched at Derby College
20th February 2012, 11:49Derby College has teamed up with regional companies and national organisation Career Academies UK to launch a special programme to support engineering students into the workplace. The College has selected eight students who are in their first year of the level three Extended Diploma in Manufacturing to be part of the Engineering Career Academy. The students, who are all based at The Roundhouse, will benefit from having an industry mentor, attending Guru Lectures and site...
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Royal visit to the FRA
17th February 2012, 14:31Royal visit to the FRA The Fashion Retail Academy was privileged to welcome His Royal Highness the Duke of York to the Academy on Thursday, 9th February, during National Apprenticeship Week. The Duke met the two new FRA apprentices and talked to both apprentices about their experience to date at the Academy. His Royal highness the Duke of York was invited on a tour of the FRA with Principal Karen Dennison and Chair of Governors Kim Morton. His Royal Highness spoke to current...
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Are you looking for an exciting career…?
17th February 2012, 11:36A career with BAM Nuttall is not like any other career! We give our people as much freedom and involvement in all aspects of a project at the earliest stage. From day one you will be working with our experienced team and will be able to make an instant contribution to the running of our £multi-million projects. Advanced Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering Our Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to train as either a Civil Engineer or a Quantity...
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HRH The Countess of Wessex Opens New IT & Media Block at Uxbridge College
15th February 2012, 14:39Uxbridge College’s new £5m IT & Media Block was officially opened by HRH The Countess of Wessex GCVO on 13 December. Her Royal Highness declared the block open by using a clapper board – a reference to the function of the new facility – at the entrance. Addressing students, staff and guests after a speech by the College Principal, The Countess said: “I’d like to add my congratulations to all of you. Well done, I wish you all the very...
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Focusing on your career options early stays with you
15th February 2012, 14:19School and college leaver programmes with PwC – London & North Get your career off to a brilliant start without going to university by joining our programmes in Assurance, Business Recovery Services or Tax. Earn while working towards a professional qualification. Find out more about our vacancies in Tax within our Human Resource Services department based in London or our vacancies in Assurance or Business Recovery Services in our offices in the North....
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Career? Salary? Degree? No Debt?
15th February 2012, 14:10Want to start your career and earn a starting salary of £13,000? Want to study towards a BA (Hons) in Business Management or Business Management with IT and have all your tuition fees paid? Get the best of both worlds on Logica’s Sponsored Degree Programme. This is a 3-year programme where you will spend 4-days-a-week combining real life on the job learning at Logica whilst studying 1-day a week at the University of Winchester, with a guaranteed job on...
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PDS supports National Apprenticeship Week 2012
13th February 2012, 16:55As part of the National Apprenticeship Week Year 12 &13 students at St John’s School, Marlborough had the opportunity to meet David Willett, Director of the PDS Group. The students, who are in their final year of St John’s Sixth Form, are now considering their options for the future. “We feel that many schools overlook the very real benefits of apprenticeships when advising their sixth formers on career paths, so I was delighted to have the opportunity...
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New BPP Apprenticeships: Get your career off to a great start
7th February 2012, 09:26An apprenticeship with BPP is designed to accelerate your career, equipping you with the real-world skills and knowledge to flourish from day one. Why choose an apprenticeship? If you have just left school or college, it’s a chance to kick-start your career without the expense of university. For others, it’s an opportunity to gain qualifications that boost your prospects, or to re-train in a new career. Not everyone can take the academic route...
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VINTAGE FASHION TAKES ON NEW MEANING FOR COLLEGE EXHIBITION
6th February 2012, 21:01A stunning new exhibition at Kensington and Chelsea College transported guests to a bygone era thanks to a vibrant collection of embellished corsets, beautiful bustle dresses and lavish Victorian outfits. The free exhibition, staged by the college’s talented Period Costume students features 14 full costumes replicating fashions worn in the 18th and 19th century. The show takes place at the college’s Chelsea Centre, Hortensia Road, SW10 0QS and will be running...
