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Senior Phase Schools Programme Students Celebrate Sky-High Success with In-Flight Graduation Experience
Tuesday 22 April marked a memorable milestone for students in the Senior Phase Schools Programme at West College Scotland as they celebrated the completion of their course in travel and tourism—onboard a fully equipped mock aircraft at the College.
View Read more about Senior Phase Schools Programme Students Celebrate Sky-High Success with In-Flight Graduation ExperienceSVQ Plumbing Apprentice Recruitment Event Paisley Campus
West College Scotland’s Paisley campus is set to relaunch its SVQ Plumbing provision with a dedicated Plumbing Apprentice Recruitment Event, marking a significant return after more than two decades.
View Read more about SVQ Plumbing Apprentice Recruitment Event Paisley CampusWest College Scotland Staff Take on the Kiltwalk in Memory of Colleagues and in Support of the Beatson
On Sunday 27 April, 27 staff members from West College Scotland took part in this year’s Glasgow Kiltwalk, raising over £8,000 – and counting – for the Beatson Cancer Charity.
View Read more about West College Scotland Staff Take on the Kiltwalk in Memory of Colleagues and in Support of the BeatsonWest College Scotland Student Crowned Champion at Prestigious Unox Cookery Competition in Venice
Two talented Hospitality students from West College Scotland have done the College proud by reaching the finals of the prestigious Unox Cookery Competition, held on 3rd April at the Unox headquarters in Venice, Italy.
View Read more about West College Scotland Student Crowned Champion at Prestigious Unox Cookery Competition in VeniceCelebrate Our Creative Talent – End-of-Year Showcases!
As the academic year draws to a close, our talented students from Dance, Drama, and Music are ready to take the stage and share the incredible work they’ve been creating throughout the year.
View Read more about Celebrate Our Creative Talent – End-of-Year Showcases!West Apprentice Finn Finalist in National Trade Competition
Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice, Finn MacArthur, 22, from Arran, was recently named as one of the 10 finalists in the prestigious Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2025 competition, standing out among more than 2,000 applicants from across the UK and Northern Ireland.
View Read more about West Apprentice Finn Finalist in National Trade CompetitionSt Mirren FC Charitable Foundation Partnership Creates Pathways to Employment
West College Scotland, in partnership with the St Mirren FC Charitable Foundation, is proud to highlight the success of an ongoing collaboration that continues to deliver real benefits to students, staff, and the wider Renfrewshire community.
View Read more about St Mirren FC Charitable Foundation Partnership Creates Pathways to EmploymentFrom the Classroom to the Catwalk! (2)
Our HNC Fashion Makeup students from the Paisley campus took centre stage this week as they showcased their creative talents in a dazzling final Graded Unit event.
View Read more about From the Classroom to the Catwalk! (2)Suzanne Represents Scottish Education at Royal Garden Party
West College Scotland’s Science Quality Enhancement Lecturer Suzanne Thompson was honoured to attend the prestigious Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in London earlier this month. Nominated by the Scottish Government, Suzanne was recognised for her outstanding contributions to education and skills development in Scotland and across the UK.
View Read more about Suzanne Represents Scottish Education at Royal Garden PartyPre-Apprentice Plumbing Students Gain Valuable Work Experience Through New Partnership with HPD Plumbing Supplies
West College Scotland is delighted to be working in partnership with HPD Plumbing Supplies, providing invaluable real-world experience to its Pre-Apprentice Plumbing students.
View Read more about Pre-Apprentice Plumbing Students Gain Valuable Work Experience Through New Partnership with HPD Plumbing SuppliesConstruction Skills Learners Deliver High-Quality Project for Morrison Construction
Last week learners from local secondary schools successfully completed their Foundation Apprenticeship in Construction Skills programme at West College Scotland, presenting their final project to industry representatives.
View Read more about Construction Skills Learners Deliver High-Quality Project for Morrison ConstructionStudents Dazzle at Year-End Showcase
The Beacon Arts Centre came alive on Wednesday 4 June as students from West College Scotland’s NC, HNC, and HND Dance programmes took to the stage for Dance Fusion, a spectacular end-of-year performance celebrating a year of dedication, growth, and artistic excellence.
View Read more about Students Dazzle at Year-End ShowcasePhotography Students Step Out from Behind the Camera at Exhibition in Paisley
As the Provost of Renfrewshire, Lorraine Cameron’s calendar can’t have many gaps. Despite this, Lorraine was delighted to be invited along to West College Scotland’s HND Photography showcase, held on Tuesday 10 May at West’s Paisley campus.
View Read more about Photography Students Step Out from Behind the Camera at Exhibition in PaisleyWest College Scotland Partners with Abbey Books for Inaugural Book Jacket Design Competition
Celebrating Local Literature, Emerging Talent, and the Art of Book Design. West College Scotland, in collaboration with independent bookseller Abbey Books, is proud to announce the success of the first-ever Annual Abbey Books & West College Scotland Book Jacket Design Competition — a creative partnership that saw students from NC and HNC Graphic Design & Animation courses showcase their skills on a live, client-led project.
View Read more about West College Scotland Partners with Abbey Books for Inaugural Book Jacket Design CompetitionStudents Receive ‘Tools of the Trade’ Thanks to the John Mather Trust
West College Scotland is delighted to announce that it has once again received generous support from the John Mather Trust, with a total funding award of £14,000 for the 2024/25 academic year. This support has enabled 92 students across all three campuses—Paisley, Clydebank and Greenock—to receive essential tools and equipment, helping them take the next step towards successful careers in their chosen industries.
View Read more about Students Receive ‘Tools of the Trade’ Thanks to the John Mather TrustWest College Scotland’s ‘Tools of the Trade’ Programme Equips Next Generation of Hospitality Talent
West College Scotland is proud to announce the continued success of its Tools of the Trade initiative, a programme supporting vocational hospitality students across its campuses in Paisley, Greenock, and Clydebank.
View Read more about West College Scotland’s ‘Tools of the Trade’ Programme Equips Next Generation of Hospitality TalentStill Time to Apply – Drop-in Events This August
Are you still considering your options for college this year? Don’t worry – there’s still time to apply! Join us at our Still time to Apply events on Wednesday 6th August, from 10am to 2pm at our Greenock Finnart Street, Paisley, and Clydebank campuses. Whether you're leaving school, returning to education, looking for a career change or wanting to upskill – we’re here to help you take the next step.
View Read more about Still Time to Apply – Drop-in Events This AugustSuppliers Event
182 students, 4 visiting colleges, 11 local companies and multiple West College Scotland staff made up the numbers at our recent Suppliers Event, which took place on Wednesday 10 September.
View Read more about Suppliers EventQuestion Time for Inverclyde MP
Studying HNC Politics at our Greenock campus not only provides students with a well-rounded knowledge of the subject, but also allows them to network with significant political figures.
View Read more about Question Time for Inverclyde MPYoung People Get a Taste of the Hospitality & Travel Industry at Chefs Day
The interactive event gave students the chance to step into the world of hospitality and travel through a series of engaging, hands-on workshops designed to spark curiosity and build confidence in industry-focused skills.
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