Construction students help to bring Disney magic to life
Telford College construction students are helping to build the staging and scenery for a major local theatre production of Disney’s hit musical Frozen. Telford and District Light Operatic Players, known as TADLOP, are putting on four performances of the magical fairytale at The Edge in Much Wenlock, from October 22-24. The Telford College construction team […]
Award-winning comic artist inspires art students
World‑renowned comic book artist Charlie Adlard delivered an exclusive creative masterclass to art and design students at Telford College. The award-winning illustrator, best known for his work on comic series The Walking Dead, visited the Wellington campus to give a talk and take part in a question and answer session with around 70 students. Charlie […]
Callum is called-up for international football event in China
A Telford College student is preparing for the trip of a lifetime after being selected to officiate at one of the world’s biggest school sport football tournaments. Callum Oram, who is studying policing at the college’s Wellington campus, has been chosen as one of the referees for the prestigious International School Sport Federation Football World […]
Tutors go ‘back to industry’ to keep their skills up to date
Telford College tutors are stepping back into real‑world workplaces to ensure they are up to date with the latest developments in the business community. The college’s ‘Back To Industry’ initiative is designed to strengthen long‑standing partnerships with employers, and ensure that teaching staff remain fully informed on emerging technologies, modern practices and the evolving expectations […]
College makes ‘good connections’ at the Tow Show
Automotive apprentices stepped into the spotlight at a major industry show, helping Telford College to make a series of valuable connections. The students were part of the brand‑new College Zone at The Professional Recovery Tow Show – the nation’s largest and most influential trade show dedicated to the vehicle recovery sector, held at Stoneleigh Park […]
TV and stage star delivers powerful motivational messages
Award-winning comedian, actress and author Francesca Martinez shared some powerful motivational messages with staff and students when she visited Telford College. Francesca became the first female comic to win the prestigious Daily Telegraph Open Mic Award at the Edinburgh Festival, and has since performed around the world. She is now in demand as a motivational speaker, and visited the […]
Develop your photographic skills on new course
Telford College is launching a new adult photography course this autumn, providing a pathway into exciting careers in the creative industries. The part-time course, which starts on November 5, is aimed at anyone aged 19 or above who is looking to upskill or take their first steps towards a career in photography. Click here for […]
Official Telford 6th opening marks milestone occasion for post-16 education in Telford
A major new chapter for post 16 education in Telford has officially begun with the formal opening of the town’s new £9m Telford 6th. Telford 6th celebrated its official grand opening on September 16, with students and staff joined by civic leaders, employers, educators and dignitaries to mark the milestone. Telford MP Shaun Davies, who […]
Freshers’ fair sets an exciting tone for the year ahead
Telford College welcomed more than 1,500 students to its annual freshers’ fair, where they got to meet universities, employers and a wide range of leisure providers and community organisations. More than 50 exhibitors attended the event at the Wellington campus, including companies such as Weston Park, the NHS, Telford and Wrekin Council as well as […]
New £9m Telford 6th opens doors to students for first time
A level students have been given a taste of Telford College’s new £9m sixth form – as the new town centre campus officially opened its doors for the first time today (Sep 1). Staff at the newly transformed Telford 6th campus, which includes science labs, a drama studio and arts studio, welcomed Year 12 and […]