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Students’ design to be displayed at Multi-Million-Pound Net Zero Hub as part of enfinium partnership

Art and Design is a big part of the relationship between enfinium and Sandwell College, with the new Net Zero Site’s roof being built to mirror Sandwell College’s own iconic roof.   And now a birdbox, designed by three of our Art and Design students (Kaitlyn Cook, David Frimpong and Kajin Yesari), has been selected … Continued

Doocey Group’s Kailum is Apprentice Of The Month

Congratulations to Sandwell College Apprentice of the Month, Kailum Woodfield, who has been commended for his enthusiasm, quality of work, and ability.  Kailum is currently completing the Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative Level 2 apprenticeship, working for Doocey Group.  This award will see Kailum put forward for Apprentice of the Year at Sandwell College, with the winner announced … Continued

YOUNG ARTISTS’ WORK GOES ON DISPLAY IN WOLVERHAMPTON ART GALLERY BLK SHOWCASE

Sandwell College Art students’ journey of self-discovery has led to their work being displayed at a Wolverhampton Art Gallery exhibition. ‘The More Things Change – Young Artists’ Showcase’ exhibition features the work of the founder member artists of the Blk Art Group – an association of young black British artists formed in 1979 to question … Continued

TITAN AWARD FINALISTS ANNOUNCED!

The Titan Award finalists have been announced for 2023 – and three of the four nominees for Further Education/Higher Education Student of the Year are from the Sandwell Family of Colleges! – Grace Malam is a Dental Nursing Apprentice – Rebecca Holden is a Health & Social Care Apprentice – Zainab Mallah is an A … Continued

COLLEGE CORONATION CELEBRATIONS FIT FOR A KING

We are thrilled to host West Midlands Deputy Lieutenant Dr M Sakhawat Hussain today for our Big Coronation Street Celebration in the atrium. Many of our students from Early Years to Foundation Learning and Creative Industries have been busy making big preparations for this event to commemorate the historic Coronation of King Charles III. Creating … Continued

HOW CAN YOU GET A JOB TO GET EXPERIENCE – AND GET EXPERIENCE TO GET YOUR IDEAL JOB?

We all know about that vicious cycle that gets in the way of our route to career success. Can’t get a job without previous experience but can’t get experience without having a job. So frustrating!   So just what are we meant to do? Is there a way around the problem, and how do we … Continued

HOW TO FEEL MORE FULFILLED IN YOUR CAREER

Why are some people so passionate about their job and career? Is it because finally they are doing what they’ve always wanted to do, and so feel more fulfilled?   We find out more from our adult learners Fabiana and Hina, who share with us why now is the perfect time for them to fulfil … Continued

TERRY BAKER: WHY I’M SO PASSIONATE ABOUT MY NEW COMMUNICATIONS CAREER

Terry talks college apprenticeships, his communications career taking off and big life changes   Life has changed a lot for Terry. At not far off 24 our former Sandwell College apprentice has already packed so much into his early career. After a big move to Birmingham, he is now enjoying new opportunities in local and … Continued

CARPENTER SOPHIE IS APPRENTICE OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to Sandwell College Apprentice of the Month Sophie Grahame, who has been commended for her enthusiasm, quality of work and ability. Sophie is currently completing a Level 2 Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery, working for Persimmon Homes Central. She divides her time between Persimmon’s Central site and College. On completion of her apprenticeship, Sophie … Continued

#PLEDGE2INVEST CAMPAIGN LAUNCHES

Are you a business that can #Pledge2Invest and improve the life chances of people in our region? We’re delighted to be launching our #Pledge2Invest campaign aimed at businesses around the West Midlands. You can work with us on any level and scale to invest in our future workforce and whole community: by offering Apprenticeships; by … Continued

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