As part of the Go Succeed Community Outreach initiative, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has partnered with Northern Regional College to inspire and support the next generation of entrepreneurs across the region to deliver sessions to students, designed to spark creativity, encourage collaboration and problem-solving, and ultimately challenge students to devise real-world solutions to pressing social and industry issues. The camps brought together expert facilitators, mentors and local business leaders, allowing students to ideate, create, and pitch business concepts for feedback and further development.
Continue ReadingNorthern Regional College Achieves Prestigious Matrix Standard Accreditation
Wednesday
16th April 2025
Northern Regional College has been awarded the esteemed matrix Standard accreditation, recognising the excellence of the Student Experience Department and the College’s Careers Service. The achievement highlights the College’s dedication to ensuring students receive the support they need to make informed decisions about their education, careers, and personal development.
Continue ReadingNorthern Regional College Teams Up With Samuel Johnston Baby To Create Snooze Secure
Wednesday
16th April 2025
Northern Regional College has collaborated with Belfast-based Samuel Johnston Baby to bring to life the revolutionary Snooze Secure product, an innovative, research-led sleep solution designed to help prevent cot death. The partnership was supported by Invest Northern Ireland through its Innovation Voucher Programme, enabling Samuel Johnston Baby to tap into Northern Regional College’s advanced technical expertise.
Continue ReadingFormer Students Playing Key Role in Development of Northern Regional College’s New Ballymena Campus
Tuesday
15th April 2025
Almost forty years after studying Construction at Northern Regional College in Ballymena, two alumni have returned to their old ‘stomping ground’, this time playing a pivotal role in developing the College’s new Ballymena campus. Colin Michael from Maghera and Richard Lennox from Cullybackey first crossed paths in the mid-1980s while completing an ONC in Construction Studies at Ballymena Technical College. After following different career paths, they reunited in 2022 when both became involved in the Colleges’ redevelopment project.
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Northern Regional College has announced a significant expansion of its course provision at its Magherafelt campus, aligning with the College’s long-term strategic vision and strategy. This investment signals a commitment to sustainable growth, further enhancing the campus’s reputation as a leading centre for education and skills development in Mid Ulster.
Continue ReadingNORTHERN REGIONAL COLLEGE AND SCOUTS NI PARTNER FOR INSPIRING TASTER SESSIONS
Wednesday
2nd April 2025
Northern Regional College recently welcomed young people from Scouts NI for an engaging series of taster sessions at its Causeway Campus in Coleraine. The new collaboration, which took place on Wednesday, 26th March, provided Scouts NI aged 10-18 with the opportunity to experience a variety of subject areas, offering valuable insights into potential career paths and skill development.
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