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MK College Group celebrates its Students of the Year 2025
Read More: MK College Group celebrates its Students of the Year 2025Ciara-Leigh Filer-Hobbs has been named as Milton Keynes College Group’s overall Student of the Year at a moving and spectacular awards night at the Silverstone Circuit. She was chosen from an inspirational group of award winners from every college department who were all honoured at the event. The event included performances from the College’s Inclusive…
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Milton Keynes College students take charge at primary school for annual Community Day
Read More: Milton Keynes College students take charge at primary school for annual Community DayMore than 60 students from Milton Keynes College have been helping out at a local primary school as part of its annual day of community support across the city. The College’s Care Professions students ran a range of sessions at Moorland Primary School for children from nursery to Year 5, with a range of fun…
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MK College students show off their ideas for a ‘Green Future’ in sustainability competition
Read More: MK College students show off their ideas for a ‘Green Future’ in sustainability competitionOn Wednesday 5 March, Milton Keynes College students competed against four other colleges in the Green Challenge as part of the South East Midlands Inter College Competition (SEMICC). The Green Future Challenge was hosted at the South Central Institute of Technology, with Milton Keynes College, Moulton College, Northampton College, Cambridge Regional College and Barnfield College…
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Thailand trip of a lifetime: 36 Catering and Beauty students’ educational journey
Read More: Thailand trip of a lifetime: 36 Catering and Beauty students’ educational journeyIn February 2025, thirty-six students from Milton Keynes College embarked on a trip of a lifetime to learn skills from experts in Thai cookery and massage. Student chefs and beauty therapists were given tuition in Bangkok over fifteen nights, working long days in training and revising for several hours more in the evenings. While the…
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T Levels vs A Levels: Which Path is Right for You?
Read More: T Levels vs A Levels: Which Path is Right for You?Deciding what to do after GCSEs is a big step, and with new qualifications emerging, it’s more important than ever to understand your options. A Levels have been the traditional academic route for students aiming for university, but T Levels offer a more hands-on approach to learning, designed with direct career progression in mind. At…
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Beyond the Classroom: Enrichment Opportunities for A-Level Students
Read More: Beyond the Classroom: Enrichment Opportunities for A-Level StudentsStudying A Levels isn’t just about lessons and exams – it’s also an opportunity to develop new skills, make friends, and explore interests beyond the classroom. At Milton Keynes College, students can enhance their learning experience through a diverse range of clubs, societies, and enrichment activities that help build confidence, leadership skills, and a strong…
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Studying A Levels at College: A Fresh Approach to Learning
Read More: Studying A Levels at College: A Fresh Approach to LearningThe transition from GCSEs to A Levels is a significant step in any student’s education journey. Traditionally, A Levels have been associated with sixth forms, but studying them at a college offers a different and often more flexible experience. At Milton Keynes College, students can access a supportive environment, expert teaching, and a more independent…
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Business students impress at SEMICC’s Business Skills Competition
Read More: Business students impress at SEMICC’s Business Skills CompetitionOn Tuesday 4th March, a team of four Level 3 Business students from Milton Keynes College participated in the South East Midlands Inter College Competition’s (SEMICC) Business Skills Competition, hosted at Aylesbury College. Accompanied by Dan Purdy, the Deputy Head of School for Digital and Business, and Jade Timpany, a Progress Mentor for Digital and…
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MK College students’ culinary adventure in Thailand: a trainer’s perspective
Read More: MK College students’ culinary adventure in Thailand: a trainer’s perspectiveIn February 2025, 15 students studying Level 3 Beauty Therapy, and 21 Level 3 Professional Cookery students from Milton Keynes College embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime field trip to Thailand. The College was able to secure funding through the Department for Education’s Turing Grant, which gives education providers the opportunity to apply for funding to support…
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MK College students support prestigious dinner with High Sheriff at Bletchley Park
Read More: MK College students support prestigious dinner with High Sheriff at Bletchley ParkOn Thursday 13th February, Milton Keynes College staff and students joined the High Sheriff of Buckinghamshire’s Justice Dinner. Hosted in the Mansion Ball Room at Bletchley Park, the guests were welcomed to the event by Iain Standen, the CEO of Bletchley Park Trust. The dinner was attended by around 50 guests from several local organisations,…
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