Long-standing Burnley College Chairman of Governors Steps Down
After serving as a Burnley College Governor for over 15 years, Chairman David Meakin is preparing for retirement. With a background as a qualified Accountant and a BSc (Hons) degree in Mathematics, he’s also enjoyed a remarkable 35-year career within the NHS, retiring in 2005 as Director of Finance and Deputy Chief Executive of the […]
Become a Beauty Expert as Burnley College launches new Beauty Therapy course
Burnley College is thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new, innovative course, designed to give the beauty therapists of tomorrow the skills needed to launch a successful career. A Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy is a golden ticket to employment as a junior beauty therapist, providing students with the essential skills and knowledge […]
The Future of Fashion – Burnley College Student Wows Judges To Win Sustainability Themed Competition
A creative Burnley College Sixth Form Centre Student combined his design skills with style and sustainability to win the Gawthorpe Fashion Challenge. The competition saw teams create, photograph and present fashion concepts around a theme – upcycling and sustainability. Finlay Maguire, 17, from Bacup, was recognised in the contest organised by the Gawthorpe Textiles Collection, […]
Unleashing their full potential – Burnley College Students toast success at Adult and University Celebration Event
Adult Learners and University Students at Burnley College celebrated their much-deserved success after achieving outstanding results in their chosen courses. More than 75 remarkable Adult Learners enjoyed an event full of reflection and recognition for their hard work and individual academic excellence. Humera Khan, Head of Maths and English says: It is always a privilege […]