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  • Jon Buglass, Amelia Whitelaw, Serena Broadway, Liz Fletcher, Kirsty Duncan, Tom Hall, Dr Sanna Rimpilainen
    18 October 2024

    New Report Highlights the Role of Scotland’s Colleges in Driving Innovation and Supporting SMEs

    A new report highlighting the crucial role of Scotland’s colleges in driving innovation within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has been launched by the College Innovation Network (CIN). The report explores the current engagement between colleges and SMEs, offering insights on how colleges can further support innovation adoption and economic growth.

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    16 October 2024

    Painting the Town: West Apprentices Give Community Hall a Flawless Finish

    West College Scotland’s Clydebank Painting & Decorating Department was recently approached to upgrade the flooring in a community hall that serves as a hub for several community-based groups in Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire.

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    10 October 2024

    CECA Academy: Engineering Future Talent

    West College Scotland is proud to be one of the five Scottish colleges partnering with CECA to deliver the new National Progression Award (NPA) in Construction Operations.

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  • Scientists 2 Res
    10 October 2024

    West’s new Medical Studies Programme launched offering unique pathway to uni

    This week West College Scotland welcomed their first cohort of students to the pioneering Access to Medical Studies programme, delivered in collaboration with the Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP).

    Read more about West’s new Medical Studies Programme launched offering unique pathway to uni
  • WCS Sports Empower Header
    2 October 2024

    Empowering Future Sports Leaders: WCS Sport Launches New Mentorship Programme

    West College Scotland is proud to announce the launch of its new mentorship programme, designed to support and develop students enrolled in the HND Sports programme.

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    26 September 2024

    Bright Sparks get a Start at West

    West College Scotland is proud to mark its continued collaboration with The Prince’s Trust Scotland to deliver an innovative programme designed to provide local young people with an exciting head start in the electrical industry. This pioneering initiative will enable students to explore potential career paths, develop valuable skills, and set them on a path towards a rewarding future in this ever-evolving industry.

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  • Morison's 4 Tes
    13 September 2024

    West & Morrison Construction Offer Gateway to Construction Careers

    In partnership with Morrison Construction, West College Scotland proudly launched its new Transition to Hard Hat Careers course this week. A tailored programme set at SCQF Level 4, the course is designed to bridge the gap for students not yet ready to enter an apprenticeship in the construction industry.

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  • Scottish Games Week 2023 Education Symposium Dundee V&A 25
    9 September 2024

    Scottish Games Education Symposium 2024: Shaping the Future of Games Education

    The Scottish Games Education Symposium (SGES) is thrilled to announce the date, location, and focus of its highly anticipated 2024 event. Taking place on November 27, 2024, from 9:30 AM to 4 PM, the symposium will be sponsored and hosted by West College Scotland in its Paisley campus.

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    4 September 2024

    Shortlist success for West at CDN College Awards 2024

    West College Scotland is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted for four awards in this year’s College Development Network (CDN) College Awards 2024.

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  • Industrial Action Website News Item (1)
    23 August 2024

    Strikes Suspended – Industrial Action Update

    Strike Action Suspended

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