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Andrew’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
Andrew McCann, an apprentice in Plumbing and Heating from Aughnacloy, County Tyrone, is currently studying at South West College in Northern Ireland while working with
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Championing future skills at Northern Regional College through WorldSkills UK Competitions
Taking part in WorldSkills UK Competitions is an important part of a student’s career development and learning experience at Northern Regional College, in Northern Ireland.
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Evan’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
When Evan signed up to take part in WorldSkills UK Competitions at his college, Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, he thought it would be a fun way
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Finn’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
Finn, who grew up in Salisbury, is a second-year Applied Software Engineering student at Cardiff University, and he is now gearing up for an exciting
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Gabrielle’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
Gabrielle Wilson, from Rhayader, Wales, has always had a passion for food — not just eating it, but creating it. That passion led her to
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Grace’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
Very few people can say they’ve represented their country in both sport and skills—but Grace is one of them. Fresh from taking part in the
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Jamie’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
Jamie Matthews, a joinery apprentice, is in the third year of his Level 3 apprenticeship with Mivan—a company known for fitting out high-end cruise ships
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John’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
When John first signed up for a WorldSkills UK competition while studying for his Higher-Level Apprenticeship at Southern Regional College, he had no idea it
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Jonathan’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
Jonathan Gough, from Waringstown in County Down, Northern Ireland, is building a bright future in Electrical Installation. Now in his third year as an apprentice
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Katie’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
When Katie joined Reds Hair Company in Ross-on-Wye as an apprentice, she knew the salon had a reputation for excellence—loyal clients, international medals at WorldSkills,
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Luke’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
Luke, a Level 3 Welding Apprentice from Pembrokeshire, is currently developing his skills at Pembrokeshire College, where he trains one day a week. The remaining
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Melody’s journey to EuroSkills Herning 2025
Melody is currently in her final year at Bridgend College, studying for a Diploma in Animation and working towards a UAL qualification. With graduation on
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