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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.

Are you still considering your options for college this year? Don’t worry – there’s still time to apply!  Join us at our Still time to Apply events on Wednesday 6th August, from 10am to 2pm at our Greenock Finnart Street, Paisley, and Clydebank campuses. Whether you're leaving school, returning to education, looking for a career change or wanting to upskill – we’re here to help you take the next step. 

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.

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.

Strike Action Suspended

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

West College Scotland Beauty Lecturer Kathryn Docherty has triumphed over competition from colleges across the UK to win a national industry award.

West College Scotland were delighted to see some of their talented alumni and staff showcase their makeup artistry skills at the Dior 2025 Cruise Show.

On Wednesday, 12 June, West College Scotland’s Dance students dazzled audiences at the Beacon Arts Centre with their highly anticipated end-of-year showcase, Dance Fusion.

West College Scotland's HND Acting and Performing students recently delivered an exceptional showcase of their talent and hard work through their end-of-year performances.

A pioneering Engineering Systems Foundation Apprenticeship (FA) programme at Paisley campus is setting students on the path to success by bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world experience.

West College Scotland is thrilled to announce the continuation of its long-standing collaboration with Lochfield Primary School as part of the HNC Computer Games Development students' graded unit. For over eight years, this partnership has enriched the educational experience of Lochfield's Primary 6 pupils, and this year’s project, themed around the Olympics, promises to be extra special.

Music students from our Greenock Campus celebrated their end of year showcase ‘Indie Party’ on Tuesday 28 May at The Beacon Arts Centre in Greenock. An unbelievable night of indie vibes and sensational performances saw 6 bands perform a 24-song setlist to a busy audience.