Festival of Research: Celebrating Jersey’s Diverse Discoveries The University College Jersey (UCJ) Festival of Research 2025 is an annual event committed to stimulating discussion around topics of interest to our island’s researcher community and acts as a platform to showcase current and future research plans, celebrate successes and facilitate networking…
Highlands College Prepares for Historic AHT Competition with National Judge David Bassett The Highlands College Hair & Beauty Academy recently welcomed esteemed AHT National Judge, David Bassett, for a training session ahead of the upcoming AHT (Association of Hairdressers and Therapists) regional competition. Taking place on 26th March at Highlands…
Kitchen Porter to Award Winning Apprentice: Samuel Ayoti’s Apprenticeship Finding Inspiration and Opportunity When Samuel Ayoti first arrived in Jersey, working in a kitchen wasn’t initially part of his plan. Starting out as a kitchen porter, he had little experience in professional cooking, but his hard work and dedication soon…
Art to Hairdressing: Bleue Tilstone’s Inspiring Apprenticeship Journey For many students, the path to a fulfilling career is not always straightforward. Bleue Tilstone’s journey from studying art to becoming a professional hairdresser is a testament to the power of apprenticeships and hands-on learning. Finding Her Passion Bleue’s journey began at…
“Ask Questions, Take Pride and Keep Learning”: Stephen Bentley on Apprenticeships to Management Stephen Bentley’s career in electrical engineering began with an apprenticeship that set him on a path to success. Now the Electrical Operations Manager for Infrastructure & Environment in the Government of Jersey, Stephen reflects on how his…
Do you work in Architecture, Engineering or Construction? Would your business benefit from support towards your Social Value objectives? Highlands College #DEC and BTEC Construction students are looking for valuable work placement opportunities to gain hands-on experience in the Architecture, Engineering or Construction industries. Students are looking to shadow professionals…
Become a Highlands College Governor Join the Highlands College Board of Governors and help shape the future of your island’s college. The role of a governor at Highlands College is not just a position; it’s an opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of education and lifelong learning…
UCJ: Applications are open! Are you interested in studying a university degree in Jersey? At University College Jersey (UCJ) you can study any of the following courses… BSc (Hons) Business Accounting This course is for school-leavers and career-switchers who are interested in gaining a business accounting degree alongside an accelerated…
A cut above the rest: Jersey’s stylists come together for exciting new venture! Hairdressers, make-up artists, stylists and photographers came together at Highlands College to learn more about an exciting new venture. The brand new Jersey Hairdressing Awards is set to launch in autumn 2025 – and to begin building…
Mollie Perrett is the first ever UCJ student to represent the University of Plymouth at the British Universities and College Sport Championships. A PB, club record, and county record for UCJ student! UCJ student Mollie Perrett secured a personal best, a club record, and a county record with her final…
Highlands College raises money for Kenyan school kitchen Highlands College is partnering with the Kenyan school, Malindi Bright Futures Academy (MBFA), to improve the lives of young people in the region. The non-profit school is supported by the Jersey charity Friends of MBFA, but now faces challenges due to an…
HIGHLANDS COLLEGE APPOINTS NEW VICE PRINCIPAL FOR CURRICULUM Highlands College and University College Jersey is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Hobbs as the Vice-Principal for Curriculum. With a proven track record of outstanding educational leadership in Further Education, Kate brings a dynamic and innovative approach to the college,…
Highlands College Foundation allocated the Le Catillon II Coin Hoard Fund to promote scientific and educational research into the hoard. The Highlands Foundation – Highlands College’s charitable arm, has been granted £250,000 from the sale of the Le Catillon II coin hoard, which is to be made available for scientific…
Highlands College validated as a “good college with outstanding features.” Last month, a panel of business leaders, members of the Highlands College Governing Body, and staff from Children, Young People, Education and Skills, validated the college performance for the 2019/2020 academic year.The assessment process judged Highlands College to be “a…
Highlands College Begins its Rights Respecting Journey Highlands College is working towards gaining recognition as a ‘Rights Respecting College’, an award given on behalf of Unicef UK, which recognises that the rights of children and young people are at the heart of our ethos and culture. Unicef is the…
