Future careers in marine, zoology and surfing mapped out at advice event
Published: 02-03-2020
Those looking to realise their dream careers working in the areas of zoology, animal management, marine conservation or surf science, are getting the opportunity to explore the courses available on their doorstep. Cornwall College Newquay is opening its doors to prospective students on Saturday 14th March between 10am and midday, where everyone is welcome to […]
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Conservationist saving elephants praises Newquay education
Published: 03-02-2020
An adventurous animal conservationist is putting the experience he gained studying in Newquay to great use working with elephants in Thailand. Twenty-three-year-old Toby Craze, who studied his foundation degree in Animal Husbandry & Welfare at Cornwall College Newquay, is now working for Internship provider GVI in Chiang Mai, Thailand. GVI provides an elephant rehabilitation programme […]
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Marine, conservation, zoology and surf degree taster event
Published: 10-01-2020
Those with a New Year’s resolution of studying a degree in zoology, marine conservation or surf science, are getting the opportunity to explore the courses available right on their doorstep. Cornwall College Newquay is opening its doors to prospective students on Saturday 25th January between 10am and 3pm, with a Degree Taster Day showcasing the […]
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Get a taste of a specialist university education in Cornwall
Published: 30-10-2019
Cornwall College Newquay is hosting a taster day for those interested in a specialist university education in the areas of zoology, marine conservation and surf science. On Saturday 9th November, the College will open its doors to anyone passionate about pursuing a science degree linked to the natural environment; who is looking for more information […]
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Newquay welcomes new students in style
Published: 02-10-2019
Newquay has welcomed the latest cohort of university students with an epic Freshers’ Fair. Cornwall College Newquay’s Student Union hosted the event, which also gave new arrivals the chance to explore the campus and get a first taste of university life. In addition to sampling a range of vegan foods, the Zoology, Surf and Marine […]
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Spectacular dolphin show flipping brilliant for new students
Published: 30-09-2019
A group of marine degree students have started their uni experience with a splash. The students, all in their first week of studying Applied Marine Zoology and Marine Conservation degrees at Cornwall College Newquay, were lucky enough to see a pod of common dolphins on their first boat trip of the year. The spectacular encounter […]
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Fish tanks add employment opportunities
Published: 07-02-2019
Students studying animal management at Duchy College Rosewarne are benefiting from new state-of-the-art fish tanks. The Level 3 course students are now able to learn about the care and handling of fish, an important skill for those looking to get into zoology and other higher education and employment options. The exotics room at […]
Conservation students join the fight against poaching
Published: 17-04-2018
A group of degree students from Cornwall have joined the international fight against wildlife poaching as part of a conservation experience in South Africa. Zoology and conservation students from Cornwall College Newquay have spent a week in Kruger National Park, one of the largest game reserves in Africa, to learn about what is being done […]
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Issy the Isreali Praying Mantis rescued in Cornwall
Published: 09-01-2018
A praying mantis has been given a new lease of life in Cornwall after surviving a miraculous six week journey in a container from Israel. Issy, as she’s been called by her new carers, was discovered last Wednesday in a shipment of fine aluminium sheeting on plastic pallets at Redruth-based company Curver UK. Warehouse operative […]
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Zoo presenter finds her voice
Published: 03-01-2018
A former zoology student has found a voice that she never knew she had following a work placement at the zoo. Rhiann Mitchell-Holland, who has recently finished a stint as a wildlife presenter at Newquay Zoo, never would have imagined of ending up where she has after graduating from her degree in Applied Zoology. “Presenting […]
