College News

College holds Armistice Day service for veterans

More than 40 veterans from a host of different regiments took part in Bishop Auckland College’s Armistice Day service.

Covid Testing Restarting

The Covid testing area has been set up in college again and testing will recommence on Monday 8th November.

Staff and Students at Community Project Named Unsung Heroes by Local MP

A Bishop Auckland based community project has been recognised by local MP Dehenna Davison for their ‘outstanding work’ supporting young people and making a difference in the community.

Regional further education official and MP have been meeting Bishop Auckland College students

A regional further education official and County Durham MP have been meeting Bishop Auckland College students and staff as part of a national celebration of FE colleges.

Macmillan Cancer Support – Worlds Biggest Coffee Morning

College partnership leads to first apprenticeships

A pioneering programme which provides work experience opportunities for young people interested in a career in painting and decorating has created its first full time apprenticeships.

Turing Scheme funding success to bring “life-changing” experience for childcare students

Childcare students from Bishop Auckland College are heading on a journey of discovery to Italy as part of a new Government foreign study scheme.

Army brings out the big guns for recruitment event

The Army brought out its big guns at a recruitment event held at Bishop Auckland College as it looks for the next generation of servicemen and women.

Students organise family fun event

Health & Social Care students gather donations for Women's refuge

Inspirational teacher wins coveted industry award

A dedicated teacher described as having “unswerving loyalty to his learners” has won a coveted industry award.

Engineering recruitment specialist hired for top college role

Engineering recruitment specialist Patrick Lonergan has been hired for a top college role.

Children party on at graduation ceremony

Children swapped crayons and glue for caps and gowns as they ‘graduated’ from Bishop Auckland College Nursery.

Sports Students Celebrate Success

Our BSc (Hons) Sports coaching graduates discuss their research projects with a panel of professional/academic colleagues, their peers and lecturers.

230 vulnerable families to receive free sports packs

Sports equipment packs are being sent to 230 vulnerable families in southwest Durham thanks to a joint volunteer project by Bishop Auckland College and Children North East.

Medical Mavericks visit the college

Medical Mavericks visited the college on Wednesday 9th June and the students took part in fun activities to do with health, fitness and exploring medical careers.

COVID-19 update (May 14)

The relaxation of social distancing measures as part of the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown means changes in the college from Monday, May 17th.

Award-winning photographer launches unique project

Having recently snapped up a regional award for his wedding photography, college lecturer John Alderson is back in the headlines again after launching a unique project.

Students prepare takeaway afternoon tea for vulnerable veterans

Caring students prepared dozens of takeaway afternoon teas which were delivered to the homes of vulnerable veterans by Armed Forces charity volunteers.

Students spruce up Stanhope Community Hall

Painting and decorating students from Bishop Auckland College gave up their Easter break to spruce up a Weardale community venue.