Last
week local MP Stephen Metcalfe visited some of Essex University’s new
facilities to see what is on offer for students from South Basildon and East
Thurrock.
In
particular, Mr Metcalfe went to see the new Edge Hotel School, the only hotel
school sited in a country house hotel and catering to the luxury end of the
market.
In this
unique setting, students learn and work alongside hospitality professionals,
gaining hands-on experience with a fast track to a respected degree in Hotel
Management.
Mr Metcalfe commented: “This
is a fantastic opportunity for those considering going into the hospitality
industry. The course, which combines academic theory and practical experience,
aims to make the students as employable as possible and this can only be a good
thing.”
The Hotel’s close association
and collaborative relationship with the industry means that scholarships,
master classes and sponsorship are available.
The local MP added: “There is
an open event on 22nd June and I would encourage anyone who is
interested to visit the website and find out more: http://www.edgehotelschool.ac.uk/”
Whilst at the University Mr
Metcalfe also visited the Computer Science and Engineering School to see what
they have on offer for prospective Masters and PhD students from South Basildon
and East Thurrock.
Amongst other things he was
shown the Robotics Arena and the Brain Computer Interface Lab. Stephen,
who is a staunch supporter of science and engineering in his constituency
commented: “The science facilities at the university were fantastic. Studying
in an environment such as this and contributing to cutting edge research is something
that all students interested in science can aspire to.”
