Blackburn College officially opened their newest development today as part of their campus regeneration.
The £5.6m Regional Automotive Technology Hub (RATH) is set to revolutionise facilities for students who want to work in the motor vehicle industry.
Blackburn College’s new centre will accommodate a range of courses including Light Vehicle, Auto Electrical and Motorsport, which are accredited by nationally recognised awarding bodies City & Guilds and IMI Awards.
“The college used to be known as ‘The Tech’. I suppose now it should be known as ‘high-tech’.
Guests at the opening event were treated to a range of cars on display including the new BMW i8, a Skoda rally car and a host of Maserati’s, as well as an F1 simulator and The Stig.
“This is a fantastic facility, not just for Blackburn College but the whole of Lancashire,” he said.
“Hopefully it will inspire young people to pursue a career in the automotive industry."
“Students at Blackburn College will be able to access some of the very latest technology which will help to prepare them for a career in the motor industry.”
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