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Why
West College Scotland?

We are an award-winning college that every year helps thousands of people across the West of Scotland achieve their qualifications, and their dreams. With modern, exceptionally equipped campuses in Paisley, Greenock and Clydebank we are one of the largest further education and training providers in the country.  Our innovative, people-centred approach ensures students are supported through every part of their journey as they take their next steps to a successful future.

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Funding & Fee Support

Find out more about the student support funding options available.

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Student Advisory Services

We are here to help with information and advice about coming to college.

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Students' Association

By students, for students. Looking after the interests of everyone studying at West.

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Skills training
for business

West College Scotland provides a range of training services for businesses, including short, targeted upskilling courses, full Professional Development Programmes and tailored work-based learning. Whether you are a start-up or a multi-national our award-winning team can work with you to deliver the bespoke training your workforce needs to take your business to the next level.

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Inspiring
Stories

A year ago, I took the leap to start my own business as a limited company, with the goal of growing it into something bigger. In just the first year, I’ve been named UK Makeup Artist of the Year 2025!

Nicole Young
HND Make-up Artistry

It was through photography that I realised I could live my dream life, and this course has allowed me to pursue that.

Stuart McDonagh
HND Photography

Before college, I didn’t know much about the technical side of choreography, like lighting. I’ve grown so much.

Sophie Elliot
HND Dance

The lecturers brought so much industry knowledge into the classroom, making the learning experience engaging and relevant’

Karola Pribranszki
NC Accounting

News
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City College Plymouth and West College Scotland Strengthen Defence Skills Collaboration

City College Plymouth and West College Scotland are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum …

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Minister for Children, Young People and Keeping The Promise Visits West College Scotland, Paisley Campus

West College Scotland was delighted to welcome Minister Natalie Don-Innes MSP to its Paisley Campus,…

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Inverclyde's Scottish Labour Candidate Francesca Brennan and Pam Duncan-Glancy MSP inspired by Ambition at West College Scotland

Francesca Brennan, Scottish Labour’s candidate for the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections, was joine…

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West College Scotland Scoops Inclusive College Award at CDN Awards.

West College Scotland is delighted to announce its success at the 2025 CDN (College Development Netw…

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West College Scotland and University of the West of Scotland sign Strategic Partnership Agreement

West College Scotland (West) and the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) have today announced t…

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National Pilot of Innovation Literacy Launchpad Set to Transform Apprenticeships and SMEs

The initiative builds on the success of the Greater Manchester Innovation Literacy Programme which d…

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Young 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 thro…

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Question Time for Inverclyde MP

Studying HNC Politics at our Greenock campus not only provides students with a well-rounded knowledg…

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Suppliers Event

182 students, 4 visiting colleges, 11 local companies and multiple West College Scotland staff made …

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West 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 initiativ…

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Graduation dates 2026

West College Scotland’s Graduation Ceremonies are the most prestigious events in the College’s calendar, where successful students from Higher National programmes graduate. It is also an occasion where awards are presented to those students who have excelled or overcome challenges in the achievement of their qualification. Find out more.

Graduation 2026