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Business alumni Zakaria

Sandwell Successes: Zakaria Ahmed

Former star student at Sandwell College, Zakaria Ahmed is on the way up as a Global Mobility Tax Associate with Vialto Partners UK. He diligently worked his way towards a Triple Distinction Star grade in Business Studies (equivalent to A*A*A* grades at A Level!) and won Sandwell College Business Student

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Police officer and former student holding certificate

Police Bravery Commendation for Former Student

A former Public Services student at Sandwell College has been recognised with the Chief Superintendent’s Commendation Award. Since completing his studies in 2018, Vlad has gone on to build a successful career with West Midlands Police, demonstrating dedication and courage in his role. His recent award celebrates selfless bravery in

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Artwork by art students portraying buses and West Bromwich landmarks

Art Students Bringing Creativity To The Community

Talented Art & Design Sandwell College students are bringing their creativity to West Bromwich, transforming the Bus Station Community Hub. Our Level 3 Year 2 Extended Diploma in Art & Design students have been hard at work, applying their creative and technical skills to an exciting work experience project with

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Sandwell alumna Maya Ghazal standing in front of a plane on the runway

Sandwell Successes: Maya Ghazal

Meet Maya Ghazal, a former engineering student at Sandwell College, who continues to inspire the world with her extraordinary achievements. Maya is the world’s first female Syrian refugee pilot, a trailblazer who exemplifies the power of resilience, determination, and education. After completing her degree in Aviation Engineering with Pilot Studies

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T Level engineering students visit HydraPower Dynamics

T Level Engineering students visit hydraPower dynamics Ltd.

Our second-year T Level Engineering students had an exceptional opportunity to visit hydraPower dynamics Ltd., a prominent leader in the Engineering and Manufacturing industry. The visit began with a warm welcome from Sonia Smalling, HR Business Partner, followed by an engaging introduction from Patrick Browne, Managing Director. Patrick shared an

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Mukesh Jassal - Computing alumni

Sandwell Successes: Mukesh Jassal

It’s time to turn the spotlight on a successful former Computing student from Sandwell College, Mukesh Jassal, who has just started a new position as Senior CIS Engineer at Motorola Solutions! Mukesh has accumulated a wealth of experience working with networking systems and started his career strong as an IP

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Performing Arts alumnus Simeon Beckett

Sandwell Successes: Simeon Beckett

We’re celebrating our former dance student Simeon Beckett, who once again has been cast in the 2025 UK & Ireland Tour of Hamilton! Professional dancer Simeon appears as George Eacker. He has made his LA theatre debut, choreographed for The Late Late Show, danced with the international rap star Kendrick

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Sandwell College campus

Sandwell College Rewind: Highlights of 2024

Let’s look at some of Sandwell College’s successes of 2024: – We formally opened our Sandwell Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Centre, funded by the Government Towns Fund – improving the advanced facilities in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) in the heart of West Bromwich – We started construction on

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College Christmas tree on display in the atrium

Festive Break Closure

Sandwell College will be closing for the festive break on Friday 20th December. All classes will finish by 1.30pm latest, and the campus will be closed by 2.00pm. Timetables have been updated to reflect these changes, but if you have any concerns, please do speak with your tutor. We will

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Principal Lisa Capper MBE officially awarded Membership to The Chartered Institution for Further Education at the admissions ceremony

Sandwell College Celebrates Prestigious Chartered Status Recognition

The Sandwell Colleges has officially been awarded Membership to The Chartered Institution for Further Education (CIFE), marking a significant milestone in its history as a leading provider of education and skills training. The prestigious Chartered Status was recognised during an esteemed Admissions Ceremony held on Thursday, 12th December 2024, at

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