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As Scotland’s largest college provider of Online Learning, we are committed to providing our students with the flexibility to study in a way that suits their lifestyle and commitments.

Since our campus closures last month, we know you may be wondering about how you can progress and achieve your course.   All colleges have agreed to work together under a single set of guidelines and have issued some frequently asked questions (FAQs) as shown below. We hope these help answer some of your questions and address any concerns that you may have. Our aim is to help you, along with your fellow students across Scotland, to continue your learning and to achieve your qualification this year, if possible.

SQA has provided an update in three key areas. Secondly, the marking of National 5 coursework. Finally, details on their approach to the certification of National 2, National 3 and National 4 courses, National Certificates, National Progression Awards, Skills for Work courses, Awards, and free-standing units at SCQF levels 5, 6 and 7.

West College Scotland has donated £3,000 worth of hand-sanitiser to a local Health and Social Care team to help them through the Coronavirus emergency.

WCS to close all campuses on Friday 20 March

Following the announcements by the UK and Scottish Governments, West College Scotland will be suspending all face-to face teaching by Friday 20 March.  If you have been advised to work from home by your lecturers, then you should do so. Your lecturers will provide further curriculum advice and support.

West College Scotland has been getting its Modern Apprentices valuable experience they wouldn't find elsewhere - through their very own Motorsport Academy.

Charlene McManus is a graduate of West College Scotland who is now running her own business. Charlotte completed a Modern Apprenticeship with the College and learned to ply her trade through a combination of classroom-based learning as well as gaining practical experience by working in industry.

The Scottish Government acknowledges that an enthusiastic and trained workforce underpins Scotland's ambition for economic success. Modern Apprenticeships support this goal by providing individuals with the opportunity to secure industry recognised qualifications while earning a wage.

Heather Wilson believes she can set sail on a Royal Navy Career thanks to her Foundation Apprenticeship. The 17-year-old has attended the Greenock Sea Cadets for six years and would love to take this one step further by becoming a Royal Navy Engineer.

Scottish Apprentice Week 2020 will celebrate the diversity that that makes work-based learning good for individuals, employers and the economy. Developed as an initiative by Skills Development Scotland, the week will take place 2-6 March, underpinned by the theme of ‘Talent Without Limits’.

To build on the progress of the MA programme, a new strand of the apprenticeship family has been developed. Foundation Apprenticeships: Bringing education closer to industry. Foundation Apprenticeships give school pupils a taste of the world of work and help employers shape future talent.

The Scottish Government acknowledges that an enthusiastic and trained workforce underpins Scotland's ambition for economic success. Modern Apprenticeships support this goal by providing individuals with the opportunity to secure industry recognised qualifications while earning a wage.

WEST College Scotland is delighted to welcome Dr Waiyin Hatton to her new position as Chair of the Board of the College. Principal and Chief Executive of West College Scotland, Liz Connolly, commented, “I am personally delighted with this news. 'I’d like to extend a warm welcome to Waiyin and look forward to working together.

West College Scotland has won a top prize for a unique Skills Academy.

Come along to our Choose Your Career Open Days to find out more about our full-time, part-time and evening courses as well as apprenticeships, learning support and funding.

After the success of the Pre-Apprentice Electrical Installation course at our Clydebank campus we will be opening applications for our Paisley campus this August.