Investing in the engineers of the future
One of the UK’s leading independent system integrators has created 16 new jobs ahead of its move to smart new premises. And an apprenticeships partnership with Telford College is a key factor in the company’s growth. Iconsys, which provides industrial automation, enterprise integration and sustainable services, is in the final stages of its relocation to […]
Telford College takeover for town centre jam night
Music students from Telford College are taking over town centre venue Albert’s Shed next week for a night of live performances. The level three students will be performing at the Southwater venue’s jam night from 7.30pm on Wednesday October 20. It is the latest in a series of collaborations between the college and the venue, […]
It’s great to be back: Open event is a big success
Telford College’s first face-to-face open event since the Covid lockdowns began has been declared a great success. Hundreds of potential students visited the Haybridge campus, with their families, to explore the university-standard facilities and find out more about upcoming courses. A survey showed that 95% of those who attended the event rated it as either […]
Art and design students visit Grayson Perry exhibition
Art and design students visit Grayson Perry exhibition A group of Telford College art and design students travelled to Manchester to see a new exhibition inspired by Turner Prize winner Grayson Perry’s lockdown TV show. The display, at the city’s art gallery, features works selected by the celebrated artist as part of Grayson’s Art Club, […]
College open event makes a welcome return
Telford College is opening the doors of its campus this week for its first face-to-face open event in more than 18 months. The Haybridge campus in Wellington will be open from 5pm to 7.30pm on October 13, with student ambassadors and staff on hand to lead guided tours, showcase facilities and answer questions. It is […]
Chloe’s on the management path
A career in management beckons for a Telford College student who is looking forward to a bright future. Chloe Evans, a former student of Idsall School in Shifnal, is on a Level 3 Business course at the college and has her sights set on a management role. “I couldn’t recommend the business course more – […]
Afternoon tea for Telford College award winners
An award-winning delegation from Telford College enjoyed afternoon tea in London to celebrate their recognition in the ‘Oscars’ of the UK teaching profession. The Foundation Learning team were invited to The National Gallery in Trafalgar Square after winning a coveted silver award in the Pearson National Teaching Awards. The Telford College team was selected from […]
Telford MP meets staff and students on a fact-finding visit
Telford MP Lucy Allan met staff, governors and students during a busy fact-finding visit to the Telford College campus. In a wide-ranging schedule, she was updated on the college’s plans for a new maths and digital skills hub in the town’s Station Quarter, supporting the Government’s ’Levelling Up’ agenda. Read more the Station Quarter Project […]
Mental health issues are in the spotlight
Students at Telford College have been given an insight into a UK-wide campaign to remove the stigma surrounding mental illness. Learners from the college’s business and health courses received a visit from Lord Dennis Stevenson who is promoting a Private Members’ Bill – the Mental Health (Discrimination) Bill. They heard how it is hoped to […]
National awards recognition for Telford College apprentice
A Telford College apprentice has been recognised as a rising star at a national awards ceremony. Charlotte Hughes, who works at The Wrekin Housing Group, beat competition from across the country to be named Apprentice of the Year at the 2021 Housing Heroes/Women in Housing Awards. As a business administrator apprentice, Charlotte has been instrumental […]
