BSDC delivers future focused automotive training

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently delivered specialist F-Gas training to representatives from Toyota Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd. in the College’s Advanced Automotive Training…

Budding barbers gain real-world skills

Budding barbers from Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) are approaching the end of their training and are now seeking models for free haircuts to…

Students rebuild history at Blithfield Hall

Construction students from Burton and South Derbyshire College are currently taking part in an exciting project at Blithfield Hall, a Grade I listed country house…

Games Design students gain industry experience

Level 3 Games Design and Animation learners at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently had the opportunity to take part in a professional games…

International partnership brings Korean students to BSDC Hair and Beauty

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) is continuing its commitment to bringing global perspectives into the classroom through international learning opportunities. The College recently welcomed…

BSDC students compete in first inter-college SkillsFest competition

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently took part in the inaugural SkillsFest inter-college competition, hosted by Chesterfield College. Held during Colleges Week — a…

Suwon University students join BSDC students for creative exchange

Creative Content and Fashion students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently collaborated with visiting students from Suwon University in South Korea during a…

BSDC’s digital strategy celebrated by Jisc!

Burton and South Derbyshire College’s (BSDC) approach to promoting digital learning has been celebrated by digital technology and data specialist, Jisc, after the College’s Learning…

Felix serves up career success

To mark National Apprenticeship Week, Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) is shining a spotlight on former Commis Chef Apprentice, Felix Vipond, who has gone…

British Council honours BSDC with International School Award

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) has recently been awarded the British Council’s prestigious International School Award, recognising its outstanding and sustained commitment to embedding…

Students set to cook up a storm in new professional kitchen

Students and staff at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) are excited to launch a brand new, professional standard kitchen that will expand the College’s…

Sporting success for BSDC at AoC Championships

Students from Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently showcased their talent, commitment and sporting spirit at the AoC Sport regional championships, competing across a…

Targeted GCSE support at BSDC delivers strong maths and English results

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) is celebrating the success of its GCSE maths and English intervention programme, which has helped students achieve key qualifications…

Performing Arts students showcase talent in Puss in Boots production

Performing Arts students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) brought festive magic to the stage this December with their vibrant production of Puss in…

OPmobility supports the next generation of engineers

OPmobility in Measham is helping shape the next generation of engineers through its partnership with Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC), offering valuable hands-on experience…

BSDC student wins silver at WorldSkills UK National Finals

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) is celebrating the success of Computer Science student, Will Banham, who has won a silver medal in the prestigious…

BSDC leads cross-college project supporting men’s wellbeing

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) has recently demonstrated their support in promoting men’s wellbeing by leading a collaborative and innovative project in support of…

Great British Barber Bash brings trending techniques to BSDC

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently hosted a vibrant, modern barbering show delivered by the brilliant Great British Barber Bash team. The session brought…

BSDC enhances global learning through Exchange2Change initiative

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) has been embracing global learning through the Exchange2Change programme with students from Kempten, Germany. The exciting international exchange initiative…

BSDC and Geoffrey Harrison Foundation inspire young chefs

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently introduced its Junior Chefs Academy, a one-week culinary programme created in partnership with the Geoffrey Harrison Foundation. The…

Pentagon partnership drives student success through work experience

A successful partnership between Pentagon and Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) is helping students take their first steps into the motor vehicle industry, with…

Students turn cardboard boxes into sustainable furniture

Students from the Level 3 3D & Mixed Media Design course at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) have been transforming waste cardboard into functional,…

Computing students to get hands-on at Uniq Recycling

Computing students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) are gaining valuable industry experience through a rolling work placement programme at Uniq Recycling, part of…

BSDC repurposes labs to support sustainability goals

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) has recently completed a major refurbishment of its office spaces, marking another milestone in its long-term commitment to sustainability,…

BSDC commends student success at HE Graduation

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) proudly hosted its annual graduation ceremony on Friday 24th October at The Hilton, St. George’s Park, celebrating the achievements…

Datties Soul Food founder joins BSDC for Black History Month celebration

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC)’s Mulberry Restaurant and Bistro was delighted to welcome Monica Holton, founder of Datties Soul Food and UK Caribbean Food…

BSDC’s digital innovation recognised with ALT Awards nomination

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) is proud to announce its nomination for the ALT Awards 2025 in the category Award for Digital Transformation (In…

Students honour Remembrance Day through creative designs

A group of talented 3D and Mixed Media Design students from Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) have been developing their creative and technical skills…

Tyler lands job offer through industry placement

Tyler Hulse, a T Level Plumbing student at Burton and South Derbyshire College’s Stephen Burke Construction Academy, has successfully secured employment following her industry placement…

BSDC gold medal-winning Toyota apprentices train in Squad UK

Two Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) students, who are undertaking apprenticeships at Toyota Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd, are currently training in the WorldSkills Squad…

BSDC welcomes HOGENT students from Belgium for international study tour

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently welcomed students from HOGENT University in Ghent, Belgium, for a reciprocal study tour that highlighted the importance of…

BSDC nursery maintains five-star status

Childcare staff and students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) are celebrating after the College’s nursery once again achieved the highest 5-star rating from…

Students prepare for WorldSkills finals!

Two Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) students are currently honing their skills after securing places in the prestigious WorldSkills UK National Finals. Solomon Hackett,…

College restaurant recognised with highly commended AA College Rosette

Staff and students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) are celebrating a major achievement after the College’s Mulberry Restaurant and Bistro was awarded the…

BSDC gains British Council award for international provision

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) has been awarded the British Council’s prestigious International School Award in recognition of its work to bring the world…

BSDC students celebrate success on results day

Students were celebrating at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) on Thursday 14th August after receiving their results for Level 3 applied, technical and vocational…

Performing Arts students bring flower power to life

Performing Arts students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently completed a rewarding work experience project in partnership with the children’s wellbeing charity, Flower…

Liam selected to represent BSDC in WorldSkills Squad UK

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) is celebrating another outstanding achievement in Cyber Security, as current student Liam Dinsdale has been selected to join Squad…

BSDC named among UK’s top 10 for apprenticeship achievement

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) is celebrating exceptional apprenticeship success, having secured a place among the top 10 apprenticeship providers in the UK. The…

Students explore sustainable fashion with Loved Once Again 

Fashion students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) have been taking part in an exciting work experience project with local charity, Loved Once Again. …

Harriet shines on stage at local musical competition

Harriet Kent, a dedicated Musical Theatre student at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC), recently achieved an impressive milestone by winning in her category at…

BSDC spotlights future chefs in healthy catering contest

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently welcomed talented Year 10 and 11 learners from local schools to take part in an exciting catering competition,…

BSDC students display creativity at end of year exhibition

Creative students from Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently unveiled an impressive and vibrant display of artwork during their highly anticipated annual end-of-year Creative…

Outstanding students celebrated with awards evening

Burton and South Derbyshire College held its Further Education and Apprenticeship Awards on Thursday 19th June at Pirelli Stadium. Outstanding students, their families and guests…

Photography student grows business with support from Seed Funding

Kristine Erdmane, a student on the BA (Hons) Creative Practice course at Burton and South Derbyshire College’s (BSDC) University Centre, is pursuing her business ambitions…

Students shape a greener future through design

3D and Mixed Media students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently showcased a sustainability-themed exhibition on campus, highlighting how creative design can give…

Big lunch brings together charities and volunteers at BSDC

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) proudly welcomed an array of local charities, community organisations and partners to its Mulberry Restaurant and Bistro for a…

College reimagines the National Forest through dance and immersive technology

Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) recently hosted a launch event to showcase an innovative performance, created in collaboration with Sterran Dance Company and the…

Computing students to compete in WorldSkills qualifiers

A group of six Cyber Security students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) have secured places in the WorldSkills National Qualifier competition in the…