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Suppliers 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.
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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 initiative, a programme supporting vocational hospitality students across its campuses in Paisley, Greenock, and Clydebank.
Students 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.
West 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.
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13 June 2025
Photography Students Step Out from Behind the Camera at Exhibition in Paisley
Read more about Photography Students Step Out from Behind the Camera at Exhibition in PaisleyAs 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.
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9 June 2025
Students Dazzle at Year-End Showcase
Read more about Students Dazzle at Year-End ShowcaseThe 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.
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29 May 2025
Construction Skills Learners Deliver High-Quality Project for Morrison Construction
Read more about Construction Skills Learners Deliver High-Quality Project for Morrison ConstructionLast 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.
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28 May 2025
Pre-Apprentice Plumbing Students Gain Valuable Work Experience Through New Partnership with HPD Plumbing Supplies
Read more about Pre-Apprentice Plumbing Students Gain Valuable Work Experience Through New Partnership with HPD Plumbing SuppliesWest College Scotland is delighted to be working in partnership with HPD Plumbing Supplies, providing invaluable real-world experience to its Pre-Apprentice Plumbing students.
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22 May 2025
Suzanne Represents Scottish Education at Royal Garden Party
Read more about Suzanne Represents Scottish Education at Royal Garden PartyWest 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.
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