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Students Take Flight at Travel & Tourism Ceremony

Students from local secondary schools marked the end of their Travel & Tourism course in style this week, with a special ceremony celebrating their achievements and future ambitions in the aviation and tourism industries.

From Classroom to Construction Site: Student Success at CECA Scotland Academy

A former student of West’s CECA Scotland Academy is already making his mark in the construction industry, just months after completing his training. Now working as a groundworker for Luddon Construction, Brandon Kerr credits West for giving him the knowledge, skills and confidence to get him to where he is today. 

West College Scotland to host 51st annual Scottish Plumbing Apprentice of the Year competition

SNIPEF’s flagship apprenticeship event will bring Scotland’s top plumbing talent together on 12 June 2026.

West College Scotland Shortlisted for Four Awards

We are delighted to announce that West College Scotland has been shortlisted in four categories at this year’s Herald Education Awards! 

West College Scotland to Host Care Careers Events Across Three Campuses

West College Scotland is delighted to announce a series of Care Careers events taking place across its Greenock, Clydebank and Paisley campuses this May.

Students Showcase Skills in Real-World Finance Challenge

Our Accountancy Foundation Apprentices visited River Clyde Homes in Greenock to take part in an exciting work-based challenge.

West College Scotland and Inverclyde Community Development Trust Announce Transformational Strategic Partnership

Blended to Perfection: The Journey from Student to Award-Winning Makeup Artist

Studied at West College Scotland? ✅ Hosted Scottish Beauty Awards 2025? ✅ Miss Great Britain 2025 finalist? ✅ Winner of Beauty Awards UK Makeup Artist of the Year 2025? ✅ Judge for Beauty Idols Scotland 2026? ✅

Scotland’s Colleges Unite to Support Show Racism the Red Card in Landmark 30th Year

Colleges across Scotland have come together to support Show Racism the Red Card through a new collaborative sector campaign, led by CDN’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategic Network.

WorldSkills UK

We are beyond proud that three of our Beauty Therapy students have excelled in the recent WorldSkills UK competition, and they will battle it out at the regional heats in June!

From Juggling Coursework to Judging Competitions

Three students from West College Scotland swapped juggling coursework for judging competitions recently, as they stepped into the fast-paced world of Hyrox.

West College Scotland Hosts Successful Care Careers Events

West College Scotland was delighted to host its annual Care Careers Event across all three campuses, marking the second year of this successful initiative. The events were designed to support both current students and members of the local community in exploring career opportunities within the care sector, while connecting directly with local employers.

Creative Connection 2026

Creative Connection returned with a bang last week at Braehead, allowing our students to showcase their work in our live graded event.

Students Take Flight with Real Airline Training Experience in Manchester

Travel and Tourism students from West College Scotland’s Clydebank and Paisley campuses recently took part in an exciting residential trip to Manchester.

West College Scotland Unveils Student-Designed White Ribbon Campaign Logo

West College Scotland is delighted to have been awarded White Ribbon Status, a prestigious recognition presented to organisations that demonstrate a sustained commitment to engaging men in preventing violence against women and girls.

Foundation Apprentices Build Lasting Legacy for New Paisley Grammar School

Foundation Apprentices from our Paisley campus are helping shape the future of the new Paisley Grammar School through a hands-on construction project, supported by Morrison Construction.

West College Scotland Students Inspire the Next Generation Through Games Development Project

West College Scotland has once again partnered with Lochfield Primary School to deliver its highly successful HNC Computer Games Development student project—now celebrating its 10th year.

Pass the Ball for Scotland: Famous college alumni come together to celebrate a once-in-a-generation World Cup moment

Scotland’s 24 colleges have come together in a good luck video to the Scotland national team ahead of the first game next month

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