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We were incredibly proud of our Student Union President, Anmoldeep, and Emmanuel, Student Union Secretary at Cadbury Sixth Form College who recently represented The Sandwell Colleges at the National Union of Students (UK) Conference 2025. Held annually, the NUS Conference brings together student union representatives from across England to discuss
It was a privilege to welcome Mayor Richard Parker of the West Midlands Combined Authority to Sandwell College. The Mayor met with CEO & Principal Lisa Capper MBE, Deputy Principal Asa Gordon, wider college teams and learners to explore the vital role of real-world skills in engineering and workforce development.
Sandwell College Sport students jetted off on a life-changing trip to America, getting a taste of elite athletics and experiencing the electric atmosphere of a New York Knicks game. Enhancing their skills and boosting their employability in New England, as part of the government-funded Turing Scheme, learners got to: –
Travel & Hospitality students from Sandwell College got a behind-the-scenes insight into what a Butlin’s career could be like for them. Learners joined the recruitment team at Butlin’s largest resort in Minehead for an interactive careers workshop. After participating in an informative interview workshop, our students competed in a very
Highly talented hairdressing students from Sandwell College showed off their creative flair and sharpened their technical skills in the tough world of competition at the AHT Midland Regional Finals. Once again we were proud to host the heats for the second year running, with 72 learners from Sandwell competing out
Sandwell College students have been cooking up some real culinary delights thanks to one of our support staff who once made it through to MasterChef. Reena Gupta, administrator for Student Services, competed in the MasterChef Live heats at the BBC Good Food Show in 2012. Reena showed students how to
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.
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
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
‘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
We were delighted to welcome Alex Homer and Sukhi Nagra from the BBC to Sandwell College to share their insights into the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of journalism as part of Careers Week 2025. Students had the opportunity to explore the skills and career pathways that journalism offers, diving into
Virtual Reality technology is transforming health and social care education for Sandwell College Health and Social Care adult learners who are developing essential crisis intervention skills. Students have recently been using VR headsets to interact with service users experiencing suicidal thoughts. This groundbreaking step offers a safe, immersive environment to
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