LUCKY Bradford College student Ciaran Keaney was selected to “shoutcast” a professional Esports tournament in collaboration with Legend Gaming and College sports partner, Bradford Bulls.

Legend Gaming reached out to Work Placement Officer Katie Gore with an incredible opportunity - for a Bradford College student to host and commentate on a play-by-play livestream of the online games tournament.

Katie said: “As part of my job role, I support students on various courses to look at work experience opportunities. John Armstrong from web and gaming said we could work together to provide projects for our students and asked if any of our students would like to take part in this event.”

Having a passion for shoutcasting and studying a Level 3 BTEC in Esports at Bradford College, Ciaran was put forward by his tutors - and he jumped at the chance.

Said Cairan: “I love gaming, and I’ve been doing it all my life. I was looking around and thought this (Esports programme] sounded like a good course. It leads to a lot of things. So far, we’ve learnt different strategies from different games, and looked into actual pros and how they train themselves mentally and physically for tournaments.”

Ciaran hosted the multi-platform Fortnite tournament, commentating on gameplay in real-time with dozens of participants competing for the grand prize of an elite gaming chair.

Katie continued: “With Esports, there is a lot of stigma surrounding students just gaming, but there are so many opportunities. Being new to it myself, I researched different career pathways. For example, there is the health side to it, so you can go into being a nutritionist or a physiotherapist.

“We do have students who want to go down the pro-gamer route but then there are other students who want to go into marketing and business.

“The British Esports Federation do a lot of parent guides online. We are hoping over the academic year to host an event for parents so they can get a bit more of an understanding of what our Esports course is about to help with misconceptions.”

For more details go to bradfordcollege.ac.uk

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: James Golab with his awardJames Golab with his award (Image: Submitted)

A LIBRARY Learning Facilitator at Bradford College has achieved Highly Commended in the prestigious ‘Jeff Cooper Inspirational Information Professional of the Year Award 2022.’

James Golab received the award from the Council for Learning Resources in Colleges (#CoLRiC) which acts as the voice of FE and Sixth Form College libraries and learning resource services.

James impressed judges with staff collaboration and engagement with ESOL learners and students with special educational needs and disabilities.

He also graduated as a Young Persons Mental Health First Aider.

James said: “It’s a wonderful feeling and a privilege to be recognised by my peers, something that I greatly appreciate.

"I would like to thank both Lakshmi and Emma Luby for their support of my ideas and personal development.”

Tim Lupton, Head of Learning, Teaching & Assessment and Library Services at Bradford College, said: “Library staff are the greatest asset of our service.

"I am delighted that James’s commitment, enthusiasm, and empathy have been recognised.”

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Fancy a future in fashion?Fancy a future in fashion? (Image: Submitted)

A SPECIAL applicant coffee morning is taking place at Bradford College on Wednesday, for would-be fashionistas considering a career in the industry.

Find out more about Fashion courses, including the part-time Level 3 Studio Fashion Assistant Diploma (approved by the University of the Arts London) starting in January. Speak to industry professionals and tour the facilities, including the textiles studio and exhibition spaces. Course opportunities include showcase events, fashion shows and building connections with industry links to progress into a dream Fashion career. Level 3 adult course (19-plus) offers modules in Product Development, Sales and Operations, as well as Fashion Marketing and Communications, so students can specialise in areas of interest. Book your place on the Studio Fashion Assistant Applicant Day via the Bradford College website events page.

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Bradford College will host an Expo hubBradford College will host an Expo hub (Image: Submitted)

A RANGE of exciting employer demonstrations and hands-on experiences are set to wow students attending the Future Technologies Centre (FTC) Hub Expo 2023.

Taking place on Tuesday, February 7 at Bradford College’s David Hockney Building, school pupils from across West Yorkshire will have chance to see how new technologies are influencing careers of the future. Employers will be on hand to talk about cutting-edge technology used in business and discuss career options and exhibitors from various sectors will share their passion for a more sustainable Bradford.

This is the second time Bradford College has joined forces with 60 employers across industries to excite students about their next steps. School groups are welcome between 9.30am-12 noon; college students can attend between 1pm-3.30pm. To reserve a place or book an employer exhibition stand visit theftc.org.uk