Bradford College’s Ambition [HUB] welcomes new students

As the new academic year starts, we kicked off with our fantastic Welcome Event for our new Ambition [HUB] students.

Students were given a warm welcome and introduction to the Ambition [HUB] by Furkan Uddin, Head of Professional Services & Leisure.  

“This year, we aim to expand Ambition [HUB] and have more courses involved in our masterclasses. Our focus will be on ‘power skills’ like resilience, confidence, communication, collaboration, customer service, innovation, and sustainability—skills highly valued by the employers we work with. 

Students will gain work placements, participate in trips and attend masterclasses. They will also earn accredited digital badges, endorsed by employers to boost their CVs.”

Furkan Uddin, Head of Professional and Leisure Services

This was followed by an engaging presentation from guest speakers Danny Furness and Charlie Jerram at SkillsHouse CTE, on the importance of growing the need for power skills in the Bradford region. 

“By collaborating with Ambition [HUB] and Bradford College, we ensure students leave College with both qualifications and a set of essential, transferable skills to prepare them for the world of work. This partnership equips students with the in-demand skills currently missing in the job market, setting them on a path to successful careers.” 

SkillsHouse CTE

The Ambition [HUB] leads outlined the exciting opportunities available to students this year, including industry projects, trips and work placements: 

• Automotive & Motor Vehicle students will contribute to the JCT600 car show.
• Digital students will take on employer projects in chatbot development, web design and social media marketing.  
• Performing Arts students will collaborate with The Light Cinema and Royal Shakespeare Company.
• Sports students will work with West Yorkshire Sport and professional clubs.
• Travel & Tourism students will explore Responsible Travel and gain hands-on experience with hotel takeovers and event planning.  
• Uniformed & Protective Services students will engage in community service, emergency service shows and practical skills training like water survival and firefighting. 

Current students also shared their experiences, showcasing the real-world value of the skills gained through Ambition [HUB]. At the close of the event, all students received branded Ambition [HUB] hoodies.

Ambition [HUB] is an exclusive Level 3 wraparound programme designed to give chosen students career-focused skills through industry partnerships, work placements and employer-led masterclasses across our Automotive & Motor Vehicle, Digital, Performing Arts, Sports, Travel & Tourism and Uniformed & Protective Services courses. 

Visit our website today to learn more about Ambition [HUB].