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Fire it up with an Apprenticeship and combine gaining a nationally recognised qualification, earning a wage with on-the-job training!

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The Bournemouth & Poole College works with around 2,000 businesses at any time across the local area.

Our international students study alongside thousands of UK students, providing a mix of learning and culture.

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Thursday, 18 April 2024

Apprenticeships at Bournemouth and Poole College: the hotel apprenticeship journey at Marsham Court Hotel

Simon Scarborough, Head of Training and Development at the renowned Marsham Court Hotel on the East Cliff of Bournemouth, has had a long history of working with Bournemouth and Poole College and taking on apprentices for the hospitality industry. The Marsham Court Hotel, even before Simon’s leadership, has been taking apprentices from the college for over 25 years.

Wednesday, 17 April 2024

Baccello Wine and Cicchetti bar in Christchurch is a welcome surprise in the South West of Dorset. The local hidden gem, located amid the High Street in Christchurch, is home to a specialist fine wine dining experience - from two particular regions of Italy - Venice and Piedmont. And its esteemed owner – Yuanyi Li – was first trained at Bournemouth and Poole College.