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Career Change for Lala
A change from financial accountancy to health and care works for Lala.
The Essential Role of Northern Ireland’s Six FE Colleges in Widening Participation in Higher Education
The vital role of FE Colleges highlighted at Widening Participation Forum
Apprenticeship Offers Direction for Luke
Working, earning and getting a qualification - Find out what an apprenticeship can offer you.
Future Founders Meet Entrepreneurs at SERC
Students at South Eastern Regional College (SERC) got to meet local entrepreneurs at the concluding session of the Future Founders Programme at the college’s Lisburn Campus.
Plumbing Apprenticeship Expands Skillset for Megan
As part of NI Apprenticeship Week 2 – 6 February, we are sharing profiles of SERC apprentices at different levels who are employed in a range of sectors. Today we meet Megan Pinney.
Matthew Sets His Sights on Culinary Arts Management
The young man who came to SERC to pursue a course in culinary arts, is back on campus as a part-time lecturer, having achieved a Foundation Degree in Culinary Arts through the Higher Level Apprenticeship pathway.
Community Support Organisations Visit SERC
Event provided opportunity for all students to engage with community support organisations.
Performing Arts Students Bring Powerful True Story to the Stage with Come From Away
When 38 planes were unexpectedly diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, the local community opened their homes and hearts to over 7,000 stranded passengers — the “Come From Away-ers”
Rebecca Secures Promotion While Studying at SERC
As part of NI Apprenticeship Week 2 – 6 February, we will be sharing profiles of SERC apprentices at different levels who are employed in a range of sectors. Today we meet Rebecca Blair.
Change of Direction Takes Aisling on New Road to Apprenticeship
As part of our activities for NI Apprenticeship Week, 2 – 6 February, we will be sharing profiles of SERC apprentices, at different levels who are employed in a range of sectors, starting with Aisling Hyndman.
Young Women Explore Construction Careers Through Taster Sessions at SERC
Students from Forthill Integrated College and Blackwater Integrated College took part in interactive taster sessions in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Surveying, Joinery and Fire & Security or Electrical Installation.
Plans in Place for NI Apprenticeship Week at SERC
NI Apprenticeship Week, 2 – 6 February 2026
Storm Chandra - Campus Closure
Due to the potential impact of Storm Chandra and the amber weather warning for Northern Ireland, SERC have taken the decision to close all campuses on Tuesday 27 January 2026.
Women in Construction Course Launches
An ‘Introduction for Women in Construction’ course has recently launched with its first cohort at SERC Lisburn campus.
‘The Square’ Enhances Student Wellbeing on Newtownards Campus
In December 2025, SERC launched ‘The Square’—a dedicated space in Newtownards Campus, equipped with self-help tools to help students alleviate anxiety and unwind.