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Your doorway to education and training in the two counties of Herefordshire and Worcestershire

The Wider Horizons web portal contains information about lifelong learning, education and progression opportunities within the two counties of Herefordshire and Worcestershire. There is help and advice for those thinking about taking up study after a break or whilst working, and for students already studying who are unsure about what to do next.

Our local courses page contains information about courses available in the region.

See the latest taster courses by scrolling down this page.

To learn more about the experiences of people who have returned to Higher Education click here!

Local employers are investing in staff by encouraging uptake of higher education and training, see: Northern Automotive Systems; Southwest Microwave and Allpay.net

If you register you will get free access to “My Horizons” From My Horizons you can access the social networking area called Mahara where you can store information, create a personal achievement plan, join in discussions and upload files.

You do not need a login to browse the main site, but access to further services may require registration. You will be prompted to register if you enter one of these restricted areas, it only takes a minute.

If you have any questions about the website please contact: Viv Bell



Latest Taster Courses

Posted: October 06th 2009

Careers in Illustration

Career advice - Illustration - Hereford College of Arts

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Posted: October 02nd 2009

Careers in Textile Design

Career advice - Textile Design - Hereford College of Arts

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Posted: October 02nd 2009

Fashion and Surface Pattern

Foundation Degree Fashion and Surface Pattern WCT

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Posted: April 29th 2009

Open University Taster Portal

Tasters of Open University - OU - courses

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