Wondrous Work Opportunity For Zion
Sandwell College is excited to celebrate the success of Digital & Creative Media alumnus Zion Smith. After completing his Level 3 course at Sandwell College, Zion progressed to Birmingham City University where he studied BA (Hons) Illustration. At BCU Zion was given a brief to produce an animation by an ex-student who was working at […]
College To Clothing Brand Featured On BBC
From College project to clothing brand… we’re proud to see former Sandwell College student Dimeji Ode featured by the BBC. Dimeji’s streetwear brand Dode Clothing began as a creative brief during his Art & Design course, supported by our industry-focused teaching and facilities. It’s since grown into a movement shaped by passion, purpose and perseverance. […]
Skills West Midlands + Warwickshire Celebrates Anniversary with Excellence in Skills Partnership Awards
Skills West Midlands + Warwickshire, the body formed by further education colleges and independent training providers across the region as a one-stop shop for business, has marked its first successful year by presenting Skills Partnership Awards to thirteen employers which have invested in education and training. The celebration event, staged at PwC’s offices in Paradise, […]
Sandwell Successes: Lawson
Triple Distinction Star student Lawson Birch excelled in Sport Studies at Sandwell College. Now employed as a football coach by West Bromwich Albion Foundation, Lawson also has a blossoming career in logistics. Operations Co-ordinator for West Midlands-based ESO Logistics, he is working in the exhibitions and events industry at shows across Europe including recently Munich, […]
Sandwell College’s Open Mic Nights – inspiring the next generation of creatives
Each week, the campus comes alive with creativity, collaboration, and confidence-building at our Open Mic evenings, an ongoing initiative that gives music and production students a real taste of the industry. These relaxed, student-led sessions are far more than just performances. They’re a platform for growth, experimentation, and peer support. For our music students, Open […]
Exploring Careers in the Canine Industry at Crufts
As part of #CareersWeek2025, our Animal Care & Dog Grooming students enjoyed an unforgettable day at Crufts. The visit offered a fantastic opportunity for students to explore the many career paths available within the dog industry. From top-tier grooming displays and high-energy agility competitions to insights into dog training, welfare, and canine psychology, the event brought […]
hydraPower dynamics Wins Prestigious Employer Recognition Award – Showcasing The Sandwell Colleges’ Commitment to Skills & Industry Collaboration
hydraPower dynamics, a key employer partner of The Sandwell Colleges, has been recognised with an Employer Recognition Award at the one-year anniversary celebration of Skills West Midlands & Warwickshire (SkillsWM+W). This accolade highlights the company’s outstanding contributions to skills development, student progression, and workforce growth in the region. Over the past year, Sonia Smalling – […]
Choose STEM For Your Career Path at Sandwell College
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) is one of the fastest-growing areas with an-ever increasing demand for graduates. The UK is currently short of STEM graduates, so if you have a STEM background, you’ll be in a great position to start a successful career which is personally and financially rewarding. With STEM qualifications you’ll increase […]
Shaping The Next Generation of Public Services Women at Sandwell College
Empowering future public service leaders for International Women’s Day: at Sandwell College, we’re proud to shape the next generation of police officers, firefighters, RAF personnel, and military medics. This week, our CEO & Principal, Lisa Capper MBE, was a guest speaker at the West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association event at HMS Forward Royal […]
Accelerate Action: IWD 2025
This International Women’s Day, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible achievements of our alumni who are breaking barriers and making their mark. We are incredibly proud of Davina, a talented graduate from the Edgbaston Stadium Cricket Programme. During her time with us, we supported her academic journey while she honed her cricketing skills, balancing […]
Becoming a Green Energy Superpower
‘Becoming a Green Energy Superpower’ is a key theme for Colleges Week 2025 – and we are shining a spotlight on our Automotive team, who are driving the future of sustainable transport. Nigel Briscoe is one of our expert Automotive lecturers, who is equipping the next generation of skilled professionals with the knowledge and hands-on […]
Love Our Colleges
To celebrate Colleges Week 2025, we asked our students at Sandwell College why they love their college. Their responses say it all. From the incredible support they receive to the inspiring teachers, amazing opportunities, and friendships that last a lifetime, it’s clear that college is about so much more than just qualifications. Colleges transform lives, […]
