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Harrogate College celebrates Adult Learners’ Week

2013-05-14T09:05:03+00:00

Harrogate College will celebrate Adult Learners’ Week with a series of events as part of a national celebration of the benefits of lifelong learning and is the perfect opportunity to explore the many types of learning available.

New Scotland Yard Forensics Master Class

2013-05-13T13:53:46+00:00

Students from Harrogate College met David Tadd, Former New Scotland Yard Former Head of Forensic Investigation to learn about pursuing a career in Forensics and Criminology.

Harrogate College Principal Meets Business Leaders

2013-05-10T08:21:59+00:00

Debra Forsythe-Conroy newly appointed Harrogate College Principal was warmly welcomed from business leaders recently at the Yorkshire Business Market.

Celebrity Chef Brian Turner visits Harrogate College

2013-05-09T11:51:04+00:00

Celebrity Chef and Yorkshire Bank ambassador Brian Turner CBE visited Harrogate College Catering & Hospitality Students for a cookery master class recently.

Creative Students work with National Trust

2013-05-02T11:26:47+00:00

Harrogate College Art & Design Students have once again worked in partnership with National Trust at Fountains Abbey. Students responded to a live brief to promote Fountains Abbey as a leisure destination for getting out and about in nature.

Electrical Apprentices demonstrate skills on global stage

2013-05-02T11:11:22+00:00

Harrogate College Electrical Apprentices will demonstrate their skills at a series of regional, national and possibly International competitions.

Students highlight plight of Harrogate Homeless

2013-05-02T10:15:03+00:00

Harrogate College Health and Social Care Students organised a sponsored stay out recently to highlight the plight of Harrogate homeless while raising funds for the Harrogate Homeless Project.

Construction Information Event at Victoria Shopping Centre

2013-04-23T07:47:16+00:00

Join Harrogate College at the Victoria Shopping Centre on Saturday 27th April from 10 am – 2:30pm.

Print maker and artist Pam Grimmond presentation

2013-04-17T09:17:39+00:00

Printmaker and Artist in Residence Pam Grimmond will talk to students, staff and member of the public about her work in a revealing presentation.

Hull College Group announces partnership with The Open University

2013-04-12T15:12:57+00:00

A new partnership between the Hull College Group – which includes Harrogate College and Goole College – and The Open University (OU) will see the OU validate almost 50 of the Higher Education (HE) programmes offered across the Group.

Equality and Diversity Week is coming!

2013-04-05T11:27:08+00:00

Get ready for an action-packed week of activities at Harrogate College in celebration of Equality and Diversity Week!

Students Entertain Senior Citizens

2013-03-22T12:28:04+00:00

Harrogate College Performing Arts students entertained senior citizens at a local nursing home recently.

Creative students exhibit the best of British

2013-03-22T12:02:40+00:00

Art & Design students will be exhibiting a diverse range of bespoke ceramic, sculpture and design craft at this year’s National British Craft Trade Fair.

Interior Design Evening Course

2013-03-18T15:54:41+00:00

An exciting new Creative Short Course in Interior Design will give you a chance to learn new skills and could lead to a new career or hobby in the future.

Thursday Fashion School

2013-03-18T15:41:30+00:00

An exciting new Creative Short Course called Thursday Fashion School for Intermediates is starting after Easter giving you a chance to develop your fashion skills which could lead to a new career ,hobby or onto higher education in the future.

Higher Education Open Event Harrogate School of Art and Design

2013-03-18T14:39:28+00:00

Find out about the range of exciting courses at the Harrogate School of Art and Design Higher Education open event on Wednesday 27th March,
5-8 pm.

Harrogate School of Art & Design works with Harrogate Advertiser

2013-03-18T13:17:46+00:00

Students studying BA (Hons) Applied Creative Design at Harrogate School of Art and Design have been for the past few months pursuing a client’s brief initiated by Graham Chalmers of the Harrogate Advertiser Series.

Improved facilities for students

2013-02-27T11:29:09+00:00

Harrogate College have introduced additional secure bike stand facilities for the students.

Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day March 10th

2013-02-26T09:41:45+00:00

Treat you mum for Mother Day with a special pamper evening at the Ambitions Hair and Beauty Salon.

Event for aspiring Apprentices

2013-02-14T11:49:44+00:00

Do you want to make money while earning a qualification and stand a great chance of getting a job?

Local employers invited to Apprenticeship event

2013-02-14T11:22:16+00:00

Discover how employing an Apprentice could benefit your business at Harrogate College’s Apprentice Event.

Ambitions Pamper Evening

2013-02-12T11:23:01+00:00

Treat yourself at the Ambitions hair & beauty salon pamper evening.

Gift ideas for your Valentine

2013-02-11T13:49:51+00:00

Treat your Valentine to a special meal in The Metro Restaurant or why not indulge them with a hair or beauty treatment in the Ambition Salon.

Life changing Training for homeless charity

2013-02-11T08:29:23+00:00

Charity Emmaus Sheffield support workers and managers have significantly benefited from training delivered by Harrogate College.

Local student wins Apprenticeship competition

2013-02-07T13:51:29+00:00

Electrical Apprentice Jacob Graham has won the regional heats of a National Apprenticeship competition for a second year to find the nations most skilled Electrician.

Harrogate College Apprentice Flying High

2013-02-06T10:06:28+00:00

Harrogate College Apprentice Chloe Park has delighted staff and gained full time employment after recently completing an Apprenticeship in Business Administration.

Local sports students meet Olympic champions

2013-02-01T15:37:38+00:00

Harrogate College Sports students gained front row access to watch Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis train at the English Institute for Sport (EIS) in Sheffield recently.

Have your say at Harrogate College

2013-01-29T15:28:07+00:00

Higher Education (HE) students at Harrogate College have the opportunity to give their opinion on their course and the College itself in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2013.

Harrogate School of Art & Design welcomes guest Photographer Henry Lowther

2013-01-23T08:39:33+00:00

Henry Lowther will visit Harrogate School of Art and Design to talk to students about his work as a photographer and his documentary projects.

Harrogate College at Victoria Shopping Centre

2013-01-22T10:26:24+00:00

Find out about our Higher Education Courses.

Visit us at Victoria Shopping Centre
Friday 25th January
10 am – 4 pm*

Open Event 9th February

2013-01-14T08:51:41+00:00

Visit the Harrogate College open event to find out more about a course that’s right for you and take part in a Free DIY workshop.

College lecturer fundraises for local hospice

2013-01-02T08:39:54+00:00

Harrogate College Sport Lecturer Jonathan Procter has beaten over 25,000 participants in the Men’sHealth Survival of the Fittest races to be crowned winner of 2012 while raising money for Saint Michael’s Hospice.

Local students gain inspiration for career path

2012-12-20T14:12:10+00:00

Local school students have completed a special Christmas themed project to demonstrate the skills they have developed in brickwork.

Students Festive Fundraiser

2012-12-17T08:08:10+00:00

Harrogate College Diploma in Vocational Studies students have been hard at work producing Christmas wreaths for college staff and students to raise money for charity.

Construction Open Event

2012-12-13T08:36:15+00:00

Construction Open Event
Saturday 9th February
10 am – 2 pm

Shabby Chic Fundraiser

2012-12-10T13:02:46+00:00

Harrogate College students organised a Shabby Chic coffee morning fundraiser for the British Heart Foundation.

Saturday Art School

2012-12-10T11:32:13+00:00

Are you a budding artist?

At Harrogate College you can explore your creative side with the highly popular Saturday Art School.

Build a Portfolio for your future

2012-12-10T10:40:37+00:00

Whether you are preparing to go off to university, want to present your work for employment opportunities or you simply want to showcase your talents, Harrogate College can assist.

New Art Based Courses for 2013!

2012-12-10T09:33:39+00:00

Harrogate College School of Art and Design are proud to announce two new courses for 2013.

College promotes Health, Well-Being & Personal Safety Week

2012-12-07T10:29:26+00:00

Harrogate College celebrated Health, Well-being & Personal safety week with a series of activities aimed at promoting student well-being.

Student work makes front page

2012-12-05T08:05:23+00:00

Harrogate College photography student Scott Atkinsons’ photograph was chosen from hundreds of hopeful entries to grace the front cover of the first edition of International magazine Silverprint Creative

Harrogate School of Art and Design welcomes artists in residence

2012-12-03T12:48:01+00:00

Harrogate School of Art and Design is delighted to welcome two Artists in Residence.

Students raise money for Children in Need

2012-11-15T12:18:29+00:00

Harrogate College students have organised a series of fundraising activities around the college for this year’s Children in Need.

Harrogate College Christmas Sculpture Unveiled

2012-11-13T13:36:22+00:00

Harrogate at Christmas Group and Harrogate Art & Design students unveiled two new Christmas sculptures at Victoria Gardens recently. The two pieces were designed by Harrogate College Year 1 Extended Diploma in Art and Design students.

Harrogate College welcomes internationally renowned Photographer and Artist

2012-11-13T12:17:08+00:00

Harrogate College are pleased to welcome two inspirational and renowned artists from the field of illustration and photography.

Harrogate College hosts Young Chef Challenge

2012-11-05T12:26:08+00:00

Harrogate College Metro Training Restaurant hosted the annual Young Chef Challenge judged by celebrity Yorkshire chef James Martin to find the nations most talented young chefs.

Harrogate College at Regional Skills Event – Leeds

2012-10-10T09:35:00+00:00

Join Harrogate College at the Regional Skills Event – Leeds at Centenary Pavilion, Leeds United Football Club on 17 -18th October.

Local students recognised for achievements

2012-10-04T12:46:30+00:00

Harrogate College higher education students studying across a range of programmes celebrated their achievements at the higher education awards on Monday 8th October.

Harrogate College staff run for charity

2012-09-27T08:04:06+00:00

Harrogate College staff Sue Walker – Admin Assistant, Alison Dales – Human Resources and Staff Development Admin Assistant and Jo Bates – Business and Management Lecturer ran in the 13 .1 mile Great North Run recently to raise money for charities.

The Show goes on

2012-09-17T12:46:25+00:00

Harrogate College put on a show despite torrential rain at this year’s Nidderdale Show.

Harrogate College comes to you!

2012-09-11T15:06:40+00:00

On Thursday 13th September Harrogate College will be heading into the community on a bus packed with information, advice and guidance. The bus has a low floor and is wheelchair accessible.

Higher Education Information Day

2012-09-07T14:37:41+00:00

Harrogate School of Art and Design and the Faculty of Business and Science will host an open event at Hornbeam Park on Saturday 15th September from 10 am – 2 pm.

GCSE Results Day

2012-08-23T09:33:22+00:00

For students receiving their GCSE results Harrogate College offers a wide range of courses to help you keep on track for university or employment.

Harrogate College Drop in session at TRAX

2012-08-23T08:17:20+00:00

Harrogate College will run a drop in session at Harrogate Trax Young People’s Centre on Wednesday 5th September from 12: 30 – 3 pm.

College saves Trans Pennine Run

2012-08-06T09:41:15+00:00

Harrogate College have come to the rescue over fears that a local enthusiast’s Trans Pennine run may have been cancelled.

Harrogate College at Playday Event

2012-07-31T10:37:11+00:00

Harrogate College celebrated National Playday at the annual Harrogate Borough Council Playday event at the Valley Gardens recently.

Every cloud has a silver lining

2012-07-12T13:51:36+00:00

The Yorkshire Agricultural Society (YAS) and Harrogate College have donated fresh fruit to local Homeless people through the Harrogate Homeless Project.

Harrogate College at the Great Yorkshire Show

2012-07-11T10:53:53+00:00

The Harrogate College stand attracted visitors from across the country with its range of family friendly activities.

Local students recognised for achievements

2012-07-06T10:32:54+00:00

Harrogate College students, staff and dignitaries celebrated students’ achievements at the Further Education Awards recently.

Students work to brighten up town centre

2012-07-05T10:40:05+00:00

Harrogate College Art and Design students have presented their 2012 ‘Christmas Lights’ sculpture designs to a panel of judges from the Harrogate at Christmas committee.

Harrogate College at the Great Yorkshire Show

2012-06-26T11:16:50+00:00

Harrogate College will run a series of fun, interactive, family friendly sessions in the Discovery Zone Marquee.

Saturday Closing

2012-06-22T14:29:35+00:00

Harrogate College will now be closed on Saturdays for the duration of the summer period. This includes the library, all buildings and facilities. Saturday openings will recommence on Saturday 15th September 2012.

Broadway comes to Harrogate

2012-06-19T14:49:58+00:00

Harrogate College Performing Arts students have organised a night to remember with a performances featuring big show tunes from Broadway Musicals including classics ‘Singing in the Rain’, ‘Luck be a Lady’ and ‘Age of Aquarius’ and many more.

Artists showcase collections

2012-06-08T13:01:43+00:00

Harrogate College Art and Design students will showcase their final end of year shows demonstrating their individual skills developed in a variety of different disciplines and media including Fine Art, Photography, Fashion, Film, and Graphic Design.

Local school and Harrogate College mark Jubilee Celebration

2012-05-31T12:16:52+00:00

St Aidan’s school students cooked a feast fit for a queen in a special Jubilee lunch.

Rename the Metro Restaurant

2012-05-30T08:54:00+00:00

Harrogate College Metro training restaurant is celebrating its silver Jubilee, serving the local community for 25 years. To celebrate this milestone the college is looking to rename the restaurant and this is where we need your help.

Art & Design Show A Big Hit

2012-05-28T08:20:00+00:00

The Harrogate School of Art and Design are celebrating after the opening of their End of Year Show was a great success. Hundreds of visitors came along to Hornbeam Park on Monday 21st May to see students’ work in a range of formats, including photographs, sculptures and ceramics. The show also included Fashion, film and architectural design.

Get your summer makeover

2012-05-25T07:55:31+00:00

Make the most of the sunshine and treat yourself to a new hairstyle or beauty treatment ready for your summer holidays or just to feel good in the sunshine.

Charity Fashion Show attracts record attendance

2012-05-24T13:00:09+00:00

Harrogate College BA (Hons) Graduate Fashion Show delighted a packed audience of friends, family and Honoured Guests including the new Mayor and Mayoress Elect, Councillor Robert and Mrs Sylvia Windass.

Students gain industry insight from salon professional

2012-05-23T11:28:23+00:00

Harrogate College hairdressing students gained an insight into the industry from local salon Halo Hair and Beauty.

Harrogate College inspires Adult Learners

2012-05-22T10:54:36+00:00

Harrogate College celebrated Adult Learners Week recently with a series of information stands in the local community.

Students organise film premiere

2012-05-22T09:59:48+00:00

Harrogate College Diploma of Vocational Studies students hosted a red carpet film premiere at the college.

Entrepreneur’s pitch for local business leaders

2012-05-22T07:31:10+00:00

Harrogate College Business & Management Foundation Degree Students pitched their business start-up concepts in a Dragons’ Den style event to a panel of local judges.

Competition Winner collects Amazon Kindle

2012-05-15T11:28:11+00:00

Student Helen Douglas was delighted to collect her Amazon Kindle after been selected for playing the Harrogate College Easter Egg on-line game.

Apprentice competes at a national competition

2012-05-14T12:52:31+00:00

Harrogate College Electrical Apprentice Jacob Graham won the regional heat of the Sparks Apprentice of the Year competition recently before taking part in the national competition against Apprentices from across the UK.

World book night

2012-05-01T09:33:30+00:00

World Book Night is an annual event which took place on the 23rd April across the UK, Ireland, Germany and the US. Over 80,000 people gave away over 2 million books to spread their passion for books and reading in their communities and encourage new people to fall in love with reading. Harrogate College Library staff took their books to the streets of Harrogate in search of readers.

Students make an Olympic splash

2012-04-18T12:30:46+00:00

Harrogate College has been invited by Harrogate Borough Council to help its parks team create an Olympic garden for the local community to help celebrate the 2012 Games.

Vibrant designs on talented students

2012-04-17T11:46:04+00:00

Opportunity came knocking for First Year Interior Architectural Design students at Harrogate College when they were invited to visit SoVibrant, a leading Harrogate multi-disciplinary design agency.

Student finalist at the British Bridal Exhibition

2012-04-16T11:07:32+00:00

The 2012 Bridal Buyer Competition at the British Bridal Exhibition has proven to be a very successful year for Harrogate College 2nd year Foundation Degree Fashion Design & Production Students.

Creative students exhibit the best of British

2012-03-26T08:47:57+00:00

Harrogate College Art and Design students will exhibit at the National British Trade Craft Fair from 15th – 17th April.

Students learn about retail

2012-03-22T11:24:49+00:00

Diploma of Vocational Studies students gained an insight into retailing by visiting Sainsbury’s Harrogate recently.

Student fundraiser benefits renal unit

2012-03-21T10:34:20+00:00

Hospitality and Catering students are raising funds for Harrogate Hospital Renal Unit to help buy new equipment.

Local Electrical Apprentices represent Yorkshire

2012-03-19T11:22:27+00:00

Harrogate College electrical apprentices Jacob Graham and Joshua Windle represented Yorkshire at the Sparks SNG Electrical Apprentice of the Year Competition 2012 regional heat recently.

Students’ develop retail experience

2012-03-02T08:22:20+00:00

Harrogate College students have gained hands on work experience for their course. Students studying Diploma in Vocational Studies and Personal Social Development work once a week at the Harrogate College Corner Shop at Hill View Manor, Knaresborough.

Students’ creativity benefits Harrogate Hospital

2012-03-01T08:24:49+00:00

Harrogate College Art and Design students are using their creative talents to raise money to frame inspiring artwork for Harrogate Hospital.

Students’ work with the Majestic Hotel

2012-03-01T08:23:50+00:00

Harrogate College business students are working with The Majestic Hotel to develop their business acumen.

Professional Training for Primary School Teachers

2012-02-29T09:59:25+00:00

Harrogate College, working in partnership with Imagineering Foundation, is offering professional training for Primary School Teachers.

Charity Cut a Thon

2012-02-27T08:09:17+00:00

Harrogate College Hairdressing students took part in a cut a thon to raise money for the Sadie Rose Clifford appeal recently.

108 Fine Art Exhibition

2012-02-24T10:43:02+00:00

Harrogate College Arts students showcased their work at the 108 Fine Art exhibit recently.

Students’ create sustainable sculptures

2012-02-24T10:41:50+00:00

Harrogate College Art and Design students have taken recycling to heart with a series of sculptures.

Visit us at ‘How Times Have Changed’ in Ripon

2012-02-23T08:38:38+00:00

Harrogate College will have an information stand at the ‘How Times Have Changed’ event in Ripon on Saturday 10th March 1 – 4 pm.

Apprentices showcase talent

2012-02-07T15:19:01+00:00

Harrogate College Hospitality and Catering Apprentices descended on Hornbeam Business Park as part of National Apprenticeship Week.

Students’ charity work benefits RNLI

2012-02-03T09:21:09+00:00

Harrogate College students have taken part in a challenge to raise money for the RNLI.

Shoppers pick up course information

2012-01-25T14:34:39+00:00

Shoppers at the Co-operative Food store in Jennyfield can now pick up a Harrogate College prospectus along with their weekly shop.

Pamper yourself at Harrogate College

2012-01-19T11:57:13+00:00

Treat yourself to a day of pampering at Harrogate College, choose from a range of beauty treatments and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Local school students gain insight into career options

2012-01-06T10:55:46+00:00

Year 11 students from schools across the Harrogate district will gain the opportunity to visit Harrogate College and find out more about their career options after school with a choice of further and higher vocational courses.

Catering students host Burns Night evening

2012-01-06T09:00:48+00:00

Harrogate College Catering and Hospitality students have organised a special Burns night evening at the colleges Metro Restaurant on Thursday 26th January.

Shave off for a good cause

2012-01-05T13:04:29+00:00

Harrogate College tutors took part in a ‘Top to Toe’ wax and hair removal challenge to raise money for raise funds for York Hospital Breast Care unit.

Harrogate College staff TV Appearance

2011-12-23T09:01:51+00:00

Harrogate College Sport Lecturer Jonathan Procter has beaten over 10,000 applicants to appear only on the hit BBC TV show ‘Winter Wipe-out’ with host and fellow student Richard Hammond.

Students work with National Trust

2011-12-21T10:37:19+00:00

Harrogate College Graphic Design students have worked with the National Trust – Fountain Abbey to produce a series of eye catching posters to promote the abbey as an outdoor theatre venue.