YOUNG people with ambitions to be pop stars are being invited to a college to sample a course tailored for them.

The Acklam campus of Middlesbrough College, in Hall Drive, Middlesbrough, is holding a pop music course open day, tomorrow.

The event, which runs from 3pm to 5pm, will profile the Access to Music foundation programme in contemporary popular music. It is a full-time course that assists musicians to develop their skills.

The open day will provide youngsters with a chance to ask questions about the course and tour the campus. The course has already helped launch the careers of some of the region's top new bands.

Steve Hoggart, senior course tutor, said: "It's a very exciting environment in which to watch them build up their knowledge and expertise."

For more details on the open day, ring (0800) 281842