College News

College focus on careers results in national award shortlist

Bishop Auckland College has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award after creating a new department dedicated to helping its students secure future employment and education after completing their course programme.

Learners help parishioners decorate Christmas trees

Our Employability Skills and Aspire learners (from Group 1, 3 and maths) enjoyed taking part in St Anne’s Church's annual Christmas tree decoration in Bishop Auckland today.

College holds Armistice Day service for veterans

Dozens of veterans from a host of different regiments took part in Bishop Auckland College’s annual Remembrance Coffee Morning.

Construction students learn about green jobs of the future

Full-time construction students and apprentices were given an insight into the green economy and jobs of the future in a presentation by sector leader Equans.

Pioneering programme completes latest redecorating project

A pioneering programme which provides work experience opportunities for young people interested in a career in painting and decorating has completed its latest community project.

Pet rescue!

Two of the college’s security staff came to the rescue when a Labrador pup got stuck in a perimeter fence during a rabbit chase.

Students’ stunning installation lights up Auckland Tower

A stunning installation by Bishop Auckland College art students inspired by a Salvador Dalí masterpiece is one of the centrepieces of an exhibition celebrating the Spanish surrealist artist.

Chris safely climbs the career ladder

Former motor mechanic Chris Bradley is looking to safely climb the career ladder after securing his first higher education qualification.

Leadership course prepares Neil for management after 35 years’ service

After 35 years with the same employer, Neil Rowley has prepared himself for a potential leap into management for the first time after completing a leadership programme with Bishop Auckland College.

Creating designs with distinction

Creating designs with distinction has led to a place at the Northern School of Art for talented textile artist Stacie Guest.

Personal tragedy leads to new business launch

A personal tragedy has led to a new business opportunity for mum-of-two Joling Nunn.

120 success stories at Durham Cathedral graduation ceremony

New business start-ups, career progression and university places. Just some of the positive outcomes for the graduates of Bishop Auckland College’s higher education class of 2022.

Queen Elizabeth II remembered at tribute event

Staff and students remembered Queen Elizabeth II in a tribute event at the college today.

Death of Queen Elizabeth II

It is with deep sadness that we hear this evening about the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Engineering apprentice Libbi finds prescription for success at GSK

Engineering apprentice Libbi Wheeler has found the prescription for success after securing an apprenticeship with global biopharma giant GSK.

Australian classic car dream for A-grade apprentice Leon

A-grade apprentice Leon Blackburn is engineering a dream career with the ultimate aim of opening his own classic car garage in Australia.

Evening Enrolments

Crime commissioner hails new criminology degree course

A new degree course designed to prepare students for careers in the criminal justice system has been given the seal of approval by Durham’s Police and Crime Commissioner.

New IT suites give training boost to region’s digital sector

People looking to join the region’s fast growing digital sector can enjoy state-of-the-art facilities after the launch of two new IT suites at Bishop Auckland College.

Students and apprentices take a bow at annual College Awards ceremony

More than 100 of our students and apprentices have been singled out for praise at the College’s annual awards ceremony.