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5 myths about studying an Access to HE Diploma: busted!

30.06.20

If you’ve heard about Access to HE courses (you know, a one year programme specifically designed to get you the grades you need for uni if you’ve been out of education for a while or want to change careers) then you may well have heard some of the myths about this type of qualification. Luckily, we’re here to set the story straight and clear up a few of the common misconceptions about Access courses!

The Sheffield College extends free meals scheme to vulnerable students

29.06.20

The Sheffield College will extend its free meals scheme to support vulnerable students during the summer holidays due to the impact of the coronavirus Covid-19.

The Sheffield College achieves national careers advice quality mark

25.06.20

The Sheffield College has achieved a national quality mark for the careers education, information, advice and guidance provided to its students.

Chief Executive’s update: staying safe, going further

19.06.20

As we begin to re-open some campus areas to a very small number of priority learners, we understand that our wider community, including current students, applicants, and parents and carers, will have questions about the work being done to keep our College a safe place to study and work.

What career could I have after studying animal care?

19.06.20

Studying animal care at The Sheffield College will train you for some of the best careers around!

5 tips to make the most of your Access to HE course

18.06.20

Do you dream of going to university but think that it’s not possible because you left education a while ago? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Our Access to Higher Education courses are just what you might expect - it’s a one year course that gives you the relevant entry requirements to gain a place on a university level course.They’re designed specifically for those of you who have been out of education for some time or didn’t have the qualifications to get into university first time round – with every intention of getting you there this time.

Sheffield College students tell their stories for Migration Matters Festival

16.06.20

Sheffield College students will tell their family stories of migration as part of the city’s Migration Matters Festival this week.

5 Reasons why a CIPD qualification could benefit you AND your company’s workforce

07.06.20

Working in human resources can often mean organising training or development programmes for other members of your organisation, but that shouldn’t mean that you don’t get the same opportunities for career development. The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) aim to contribute to better work and better working lives, and one of the best places to start could be with a professional qualification. So how exactly could a CIPD qualification help you?

Yorkshire’s only female ‘blood biker’ volunteer doing vital work on the frontline

26.05.20

A Sheffield College team leader is transporting vital medical samples around the city during the coronavirus crisis to support the NHS.

New mental health initiative for students launches at The Sheffield College

18.05.20

A new initiative to support and improve mental health amongst further education students is launching today at The Sheffield College.