College News
Access to Higher Education courses: opening pathways to education and career success
At Gower College Swansea, we are proud to provide a comprehensive range of Access to Higher Education (HE) courses, designed to empower individuals aged 19-and-over with the skills and qualifications needed for successful entry into higher education. Whether you're seeking to return to education after a break or looking to embark on a new career path, our Access courses provide the ideal foundation for your educational journey!
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Gower College Swansea secures a Stonewall’s Bronze award for leading LGBTQ+ inclusive employers
Stonewall’s Bronze award recognises exceptional employers who are committed to supporting their LGBTQ+ staff and customers Gower College Swansea was praised for its work creating a workplace where LGBTQ+ employees can bring their full selves to work Gower College Swansea joins a number of construction, legal, health, finance and education firms who achieved the Bronze award for LGBTQ+ inclusive employers Read more
Urdd's Peace and Goodwill Message
This year the College has taken part in the Urdd's Peace and Goodwill Message which focuses on anti-racism.
It declares that there is no place for racism in the world, and if we see it, we must Call Them Out.
This year the message was created by Cardiff University students with musician Eädyth and S4C's Education Content Officer, Natalie Jones.
It’s a call from the youth of Wales to:
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Access course opens the door to higher education
The thought of returning to education after a spell away can be quite daunting at first. But more and more adult learners are returning to the classroom to update their skills and boost their career prospects.
Cherene Napier chose to study Access to Business and Financial Services at Gower College Swansea, a course she felt would help her gain employment opportunities in larger organisations with more potential for growth.
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Academic Olympiads put students to the test
Students from Gower College Swansea have performed extremely well in a series of recent competitions designed to test their skills and prepare them for their university applications.
The learners were able to participate in the Sêr Cymreig Olympiad scheme thanks to the support of the Seren Network, a Welsh Government initiative dedicated to helping Wales’ brightest state educated learners achieve their full academic potential.
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A career rethink thanks to Chemistry!
Ruby Millinship was planning on a career in design until she started studying A Level Chemistry at Gower College Swansea.
“I decided to take chemistry just to try it out really, I was a little intrigued by it at GSCE and wanted to find out more,” says Ruby. “Within the first two weeks, I had found a subject that just came naturally to me. Learning chemistry felt like learning a subject that was already in my mind; it just made sense. Organic chemistry was what first sparked my interest and I soon wanted to know everything I could about it.”
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Gower College Swansea hosts SkillBuild regional heat
The largest and longest-running construction skills competition in the UK returns, as Gower College Swansea prepare to host 80-100 students for the SkillBuild 2023 South Wales regional heat.
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College supports Digital 2030 vision
Jisc is working in partnership with Welsh Government to drive forward Digital 2030, which aims to see learning providers in Wales harness the potential of digital technology underpinned by principles of innovation, collaboration, co-production and social partnership.
Gower College Swansea is proud to have taken part in two recent case studies:
The Growing Comms project looks at the installation of connected active learning spaces in HE and FE which impact positively on learners.
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‘Home away from home’ for Gower College Swansea’s international students
Gower College Swansea’s international students, who are aged between 16 and 18, come from countries all over the world. This year the College have students from Cambodia, China, Germany, Hong Kong, Iran, Italy, Romania, Russia, South Korea, Taiwan, the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam.
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FE colleges join forces with CITB to improve provision and support across construction sector
This year, ColegauCymru, on behalf of their member colleges, signed an agreement with Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) in a move to support the provision of construction qualifications and support for learners, apprentices and employers across Wales.
This comes as the industry continues to demand talent, qualifications and skills that are fit for purpose, future proofed and that will support the Welsh economy in the long term. The Agreement will strengthen the relationship between FE colleges and the construction industry in Wales.
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