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Wakefield College’s Creative Industry Day hits the right note with students
Tuesday, 28 May, 2019
Students on Wakefield College’s Music courses had the opportunity to hear from professionals working in the creative industries on 22 May.
College trio selected for rugby ‘Yorkshire Academy of Origin’
Friday, 17 May, 2019
Three Wakefield College students and Rugby League Development athletes have been selected to play in the inaugural Academy of Origin Series for Yorkshire v Lancashire.
Wakefield College achieves Matrix accreditation
Wednesday, 15 May, 2019
Wakefield College’s quality of information, advice and guidance (IAG) it gives to learners has been recognised following accreditation by Matrix – the quality framework for organisations used to assess IAG and support services
Summer Season kicks off at Mechanics' Performing Arts
Friday, 10 May, 2019
Wednesday's opening night performance of We Will Rock You kicked off the summer season in style over at Mechanics' Performing Arts.
FLEX support local charity with huge donation
Thursday, 09 May, 2019
FLEX students have shown tremendous support for local charity City of Sanctuary with a huge donation of items.
Public access defibrillators to save lives
Friday, 03 May, 2019
Staff, students and members of the public in and around Wakefield College’s Castleford and City Campuses can now access lifesaving defibrillators following the recent installation of the devices.
Students experience life working in the Italian Alps
Wednesday, 01 May, 2019
Ten students from Wakefield College have recently returned from a successful two week work placement experience in Folgarida, Northern Italy.