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Student Georgia Raymond Wins Prestigious John Mather Trust Rising Star Award!

West College Scotland is delighted to announce this year’s John Mather Trust Rising Star Award is presented to BA Hons Drama, Theatre and Performance student Georgia Raymond.

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Students Enjoy Global Learning Experiences with Turing Scheme Funding

The College proudly participated in the UK government’s Turing Scheme, securing significant funding to provide students with exceptional international education and training opportunities.

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West Leads the Way in Sustainable Education with Online Retrofit Course

Delivered in partnership with The Verdancy Group, West College Scotland is proudly the first college in the West of Scotland to offer a comprehensive qualification in domestic retrofit entirely online. This innovative programme is a crucial addition to the suite of educational offerings aimed at addressing the urgent need for carbon reduction and achieving Net Zero.

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Home Fix Scotland Supports Greenock Campus Construction Students in Community Project

Home Fix Scotland, a leading maintenance company and part of the River Clyde Homes Group, has partnered with West College Scotland’s Level 5 Construction Skills course at our Greenock Finnart St Campus to support their work-based challenge project. The project involved the creation of mud kitchens, which were successfully delivered to three Inverclyde primary schools last week.

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Transforming Futures: West & The Prince’s Trust Team Up for Youth Empowerment (1)

In partnership with The Princes Trust Scotland and the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), West College Scotland delivered a unique summer programme to young people in Renfrewshire this month to encourage them to consider careers in Engineering.

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Startline Motor Finance Celebrates Staff Achievement in CMI Qualifications

Staff members from Startline Motor Finance gathered at their Glasgow headquarters in Skypark on Wednesday 19 June to celebrate the success of their colleagues who recently achieved their Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications.

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INDUSTRIAL ACTION UPDATE (1)

The current EIS-FELA industrial action is part of the current national dispute that affects all Scottish colleges and is not in the control of West College Scotland to resolve locally.

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Strikes Suspended – Industrial Action Update

Strike Action Suspended

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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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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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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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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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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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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).

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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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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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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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West College Scotland Ferguslie Centre Receives Additional Funding from Connecting Scotland to Support Learners with Digital Access

West College Scotland is pleased to announce that its Ferguslie Centre has received additional funding from the Scottish Government's Connecting Scotland initiative. This support will directly benefit local learners, enhancing their access to digital tools and empowering them to develop essential skills for future employment.

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Empowering Future Sports Leaders: West College Scotland 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. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic studies and professional practice, offering students real-world insights and hands-on experience to enhance their career prospects in the sports industry.

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A Cut Above: Nicole Styles Her Way to Best Newcomer

The Beauty Full Awards, the UK's premier celebration of excellence in hair, beauty, and aesthetics, recently recognised West’s Level 6 Hairdressing student, Nicole Pauwells, with a Silver award in the prestigious Best Newcomer: Hair category.

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