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Burnley College Music Students set to launch debut album in 2025.
Teenage Burnley band Zoltar, previously known as The Longside, shares the story of their journey to become the next Nirvana; and it all started here at The Number One College in England*.
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ATTENTION! 🚨
Have you applied to a university course with us and are joining us in September?
BCUC Applicant day is happening tomorrow! 👇
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Dino-mite fun! Burnley College Celebrates Biggest Ever Science and Technology Festival
Walking with dinosaurs! Healing Teddy Bears! Getting soaked by a crazy, out-of-control futuristic robot!
Just another day at Burnley College’s Science and Technology Festival.
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Burnley College and Boohoo Group joined forces for Burnley Business Awards 2024!
Talented Art & Design Learners teamed up with Burnley business Boohoo Group to deliver part of the venue styling as part of a challenge set by Burnley Council for the fabulous Burnley Business Awards 2024 which happened last week.
This was a great opportunity for Learners to get actively engaged in a creative and unique way to produce several attractive displays for guests to enjoy.
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From Burnley to Broadway - Learners explore New York 🗽
Burnley College Learners recently ventured overseas to a very sunny New York City for a fun, educational experience and as a reward for the hard work and determination they have shown this year.
Learners visited famous sights, from the Statue of Liberty to the Brooklyn Bridge and experienced the amazing Aladdin Broadway show.
For amazing enrichment opportunities just like this, enrol at the Number 1 College in England since 2018* from Thursday 22 August.
*In the Government’s latest national achievement rate tables for learners aged 16 to 18.
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👇👇👇Burnley College and North West Business Training Join Industry Leaders in Charity Golf Day for Pendleside Hospice
Leading employers from across the region joined forces with Burnley College and North West Business Training to raise more than £3,000 for Pendleside Hospice at a successful charity Golf Day.
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Leaving Her Mark Behind – Burnley College Student Creates Stunning Mural
A talented Art and Design Student, Enfys Dwyer-Jones, has truly left her mark as she leaves Burnley College by designing and painting a captivating mural in her former department.
“Untangle Creatively” is in acrylic paint and emulsion and follows the walls of the Creative Arts and Media department at the college.
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Amy Lee-Julian check thar art out, my former college 😁
Our AdVan hit the roads of Nelson once again, showcasing our proud status of retaining our position as the Top College in the Country since 2018*.
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*in the Government’s latest national achievement rate tables for learners aged 16 to 18, maintaining the title it has held since 2018.
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Brilliant BIG cultural town is Burnley I lived there for 20yrs just about top town
Esports Excellence! Learners Compete in National Finals
Our team of talented Esports Learners is boldly venturing to Nottingham to compete in the British Esports Student Championship Finals 2024.
Recognised for their determination and skill, the exceptional Learners saw off tough challenges from tough competitors to reach the finals which is taking place at Confetti X, a £5 million complex home to massive live events.
To go along and shout your support, book your free tickets here: buff.ly/45QCJad
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