Newbury College students showcased their skills at this week's Open Evening; an event which welcomed around 500 visitors all interested in the wide choice of full and part time courses starting at the College in September 2015.
The event was very interactive with College staff and students promoting their courses with stunning exhibitions and 'have a go' activities. Public Service students aimed for a good score with an indoor archery competition, whilst Motor Vehicle students unveiled their latest project: a pedal powered smoothie cycle. Food and Beverage students, who are part of a brand new course complementing the existing Catering and Hospitality courses, mixed up non-alcoholic cocktails in the new restaurant. Not to be out-beaten, Beauty Therapy students treated visitors to manicures in the new Nail Technology Salon.
Newbury College Principal Dr Anne Murdoch said, "The evening was a great success. Our students ran fantastic activities to promote their courses and we are pleased that so many people came along and showed interest in the work of Newbury College".
Members of the public attending the Open Evening said how impressed they were with all the new facilities and how they felt inspired by the courses on offer. Students from the GCSE programme, Child Development and Business Management took visitors on tours of the campus, including the Sports Hall, Beauty Salons, Plumbing Workshop, Engineering and Motor Vehicle Workshops and the new Animal Care Centre, which is due to be officially opened later this year.
For those in Year 11, the evening was a chance to discover the options available when they finish school in the summer, either on full time courses, one of the many apprenticeship opportunities on offer, or a combination of training and education. Adviza was on hand throughout the evening to offer impartial careers advice.
Adult learners attending the event had an opportunity to find out more about how Newbury College continues to provide education and professional development opportunities for adults wishing to further their careers or develop a new skill.