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With the historic Port of Dover providing much of the town’s employment, it is of little surprise that travel and tourism and engineering are the key features of Dover Technical College - which is part of the EKC Group.

For those wanting to travel the world as well as acquire strong customer service skills, then travel and tourism at Dover Technical College is the way. When it comes to aspirations of air cabin crew or cruise ship stewards, you need only to look to the top class facilities on the premises which includes the interior of a plane.

For students seeking a career path in engineering - whether its mechanical, marine or electronic - then this college also ticks many boxes.

With most governments opting for renewable energy innovations, engineering skills are increasingly in demand particularly for sectors that include wind farms, as well as for solar panel design and installation.

Other sought after engineering opportunities include electricians, technicians for railway and building and ventilation services. You may even see yourself spanner in hand at work on an engine or perhaps working on Formula One cars of the future, so the Automotive Study Programmes could be the one for you.

Both the travel and tourism and engineering courses as well as computing/IT include work experience at renowned local companies with strong ties to the college.

And it doesn’t end there.

Those looking for a career working with young children could benefit from the Early Years course and a college-run nursery that is scheduled to open in the next year or two.

Located in the centre of Dover, the college also boasts state of the art facilities for hairdressing and beauty therapy, and plumbing.

“Our courses will provide you with the learning environment where you can gain industry skills and qualifications alongside work experience and networking opportunities,” said College Services Manager Joanna Brown.

Never too late to learn, the college’s Access to Higher Education courses are for those wanting to go to university, but left school without the right qualifications or grades.

There are apprenticeships in each area and many are offered at higher levels.