Harry nets professional contract at Sunderland AFC

Sunderland College student Harry Gardiner has signed his first professional contract with boyhood club Sunderland AFC.  The 18-year-old forward impressed the Black Cats during a trial while part of the college’s Football Academy in partnership with South Shields FC and initially joined the club on a scholarship in 2021.  After standing out for the club’s … Continued

Pupils enjoy innovative Science Week at Bede Campus

Pupils from Grangetown and Mill Hill primary schools celebrated all things science during an exciting and interactive visit to Sunderland College.  The Year 6 youngsters were invited to Bede Campus as part of British Science Week, where they took part in an array of engaging activities with the college’s science specialists.  During the day, which … Continued

Students to donate 100 Easter eggs for disadvantaged children

Children from families in need will be able to enjoy Easter eggs this year thanks to thoughtful students at Sunderland College’s sixth form. A-Level students at Bede Campus are giving back to their local communities by collecting 100 Easter eggs which will be donated to Sunderland Food Bank to pass on to parents receiving benefits … Continued

Football Development Centre student signs for Sunderland AFC

Sunderland College student Harry Gardiner has signed a scholarship contract with boyhood club Sunderland AFC.  Harry joined South Shields FC’s academy in 2020 through its partnership with the college and, despite difficult circumstances due to COVID-19, he has excelled both on and off the pitch.  As well as studying Sport, History and Criminology, the 17-year-old has impressed during … Continued

Student and Youth Parliament member takes the lead for local community

Sunderland College student and UK Youth Parliament member Harvey Gordon is supporting the elderly and vulnerable who are self-isolating by caring for their animals.  Harvey, 17, who was chosen to represent the views of young people across Sunderland earlier this year, has volunteered to walk the dogs of local residents who are unable to leave their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Following … Continued

Geography students map out their futures

A-Level Geography students have been learning about the devastating impact of natural disasters and assessing coastal drifts during a series of workshops, seminars and field studies. First up, the students discovered how scientists and engineers use technology such as satellites and local-scale measurements to better predict when geohazards such as earthquakes, landslides and tsunamis are … Continued