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West College Scotland Welcomes New Chair

WEST College Scotland is delighted to welcome Dr Waiyin Hatton to her new position as Chair of the Board of the College. Principal and Chief Executive of West College Scotland, Liz Connolly, commented, “I am personally delighted with this news. 'I’d like to extend a warm welcome to Waiyin and look forward to working together.

Pre-Apprenticeship Programme

The Scottish Government acknowledges that an enthusiastic and trained workforce underpins Scotland's ambition for economic success. Modern Apprenticeships support this goal by providing individuals with the opportunity to secure industry recognised qualifications while earning a wage.

Former WCS Modern Apprentice takes on two new Modern Apprentices

Charlene McManus is a graduate of West College Scotland who is now running her own business. Charlotte completed a Modern Apprenticeship with the College and learned to ply her trade through a combination of classroom-based learning as well as gaining practical experience by working in industry.

WCS Delivers Unique Experience for Modern Apprentices

West College Scotland has been getting its Modern Apprentices valuable experience they wouldn't find elsewhere - through their very own Motorsport Academy.

FACE-TO-FACE TEACHING SUSPENDED BY FRIDAY

Following the announcements by the UK and Scottish Governments, West College Scotland will be suspending all face-to face teaching by Friday 20 March.  If you have been advised to work from home by your lecturers, then you should do so. Your lecturers will provide further curriculum advice and support.

Coronavirus Update from The Principal

WCS to close all campuses on Friday 20 March

Important Message for College Students due to sit examinations

CORONAVIRUS: College Donates £3000 - Worth of Sanitiser

West College Scotland has donated £3,000 worth of hand-sanitiser to a local Health and Social Care team to help them through the Coronavirus emergency.

SQA update on arrangements for quality assurance and the certification of National Courses and Awards – a message to schools and colleges

SQA has provided an update in three key areas. Secondly, the marking of National 5 coursework. Finally, details on their approach to the certification of National 2, National 3 and National 4 courses, National Certificates, National Progression Awards, Skills for Work courses, Awards, and free-standing units at SCQF levels 5, 6 and 7.

CORONAVIRUS: IMPORTANT STUDENT UPDATE ON COURSE PROGRESSION

Since our campus closures last month, we know you may be wondering about how you can progress and achieve your course.   All colleges have agreed to work together under a single set of guidelines and have issued some frequently asked questions (FAQs) as shown below. We hope these help answer some of your questions and address any concerns that you may have. Our aim is to help you, along with your fellow students across Scotland, to continue your learning and to achieve your qualification this year, if possible.

Online Learning Courses Available Now!

As Scotland’s largest college provider of Online Learning, we are committed to providing our students with the flexibility to study in a way that suits their lifestyle and commitments.

New FOR 2020 - The Foundation Apprenticeship in Digital Manufacturing is here!

Renfrewshire pupils are the first in the country who can choose the new Foundation Apprenticeship in Digital Manufacturing – the first of its kind in Scotland.

FULL TIME COURSES DUE TO START LATE SEPTEMBER & COLLEGE RE-OPENING PLANS

Given the current COVID-19 situation, our staff are working remotely to prepare students for their upcoming studies with us to ensure that course delivery meets social distancing requirements.  Part of our work is also to make adaptations to our buildings to protect students and staff.

Exciting new project set to bring the latest manufacturing technology to west of Scotland’s SMEs

West College Scotland, in partnership with Renfrewshire Council, has secured significant funding to start an exciting new project that will unlock the benefits of Manufacturing 4.0 technology for SMEs across the west of Scotland.

Visit our Creative Industries End of Year Virtual Exhibitions!

Wander through three marvellous exhibitions from the comfort of your home, and celebrate this massive achievement for the Creative Industries Department.

WCS student nominated for Chartered Management Institute Student of the Year

West College Scotland would like to congratulate our recent cohort of students from intu Braehead who recently completed their Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications. Amongst the group was 33-year-old Stephen Stronach who was the only Scottish finalist selected by the CMI Student of the Year event for 2020.

Design CoLAB 2020

Design CoLAB is a collaboration partnership West College Scotland and Colin Taylor Neat Living and Mhairi Claire Wilkies HLM Architects. Together West College Scotland, Colin Taylor and Mhairi Claire have co-created a unique collaboration to foster outcomes between education and enterprise.

Keppie Design Awards 2020

For the seventh year in a row, our HND Interior Design Students have been mentored by David Ross, Director of Keppie Design, to follow a design brief that lets students express their creativity and display the skills they've learned during their time at the College.

Award winning AC Whyte Skills Academy back for another year!

A chance to kick start your Career!

Post-Certification Review: Information for Students

In response to the cancellation of the 2020 exam diet, SQA developed an alternative certification model for 2020 to ensure that the hard work of Scotland’s learners is fully recognised. The alternative certification model allowed SQA to award grades to all learners entered for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher courses as fairly and reliably as possible, across subjects and levels.