College News
An evening to remember: Gower College Swansea Annual Student Awards 2023
Students and staff from Gower College Swansea have celebrated yet another year of academic and vocational excellence.
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Gower College Swansea’s Engineering Team Wins Best Design at Krazy Races
Swansea city centre was buzzing with excitement on Father's Day as Krazy Races took over the streets. The event, sponsored by Gower College Swansea, was Swansea’s first soapbox Derby, and saw participants in outrageous fancy dress and whizzing around the city streets in homemade soapbox carts.
Gower College Swansea, not content with simply supporting the event, went the extra mile by entering a team from their esteemed engineering department.
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Media Workshop at Yr Egin, Carmarthen
On 12 June, our media students all had a special opportunity to work with a professional company called Carlam - which is part of the community of Yr Egin, Carmarthen - to create a live programme and then stream it live.
They worked as part of a group to carry out a task under specific time conditions developing research, production and camera work skills. They gained experience in planning, filming and editing promo content by considering the different elements of creating a programme.
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Art, Design and Photography Summer Shows - June 2023!
Join us for an extraordinary showcase of talent and creativity at the Summer Art Exhibition, featuring the exceptional work of A Level and Vocational Level 3 learners from Gower College Swansea! This series of exhibitions provides a platform for the next generation of artists and designers to express their perspectives on various themes and issues.
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College Principal shares 10 revision tips for a stress-free exam season
Exam season has begun and young people across Swansea are now taking their final exams and assessments for GCSEs, A Levels and vocational qualifications.
It’s natural that this will be a stressful time for some students and their families.
While many people are still recovering from the effects of the pandemic, it’s important to recognise that mental health strain and pressure are common and that steps can be taken to ease anxiety.
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National success for students in the Urdd
Our students had particular success at the Urdd Eisteddfod in Llandovery last week. Over 60 students in all competed in various stage and homework competitions. Gower College Swansea was the most successful further education college in Wales this year.
NATIONAL ROUND
2D Drawing Yr10 and under 19 – 1st Lara Rees
Modified photograph Yr10 and under 19 – 1st Sam Sarsero | 2nd Morgan Mason
Photography: Colour photo Yr10 and under 19 – 1st Steffan Thomas | 3rd Archie Craven
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A surprise trip to Downing St for students
Our AS Government and Politics students recently visited London where they took in some very famous sights.
It was an action-packed day. Setting off from Swansea at 5.30am, the students visited the UK Supreme Court and enjoyed a walking tour of Whitehall.
They were also treated to a tour of Parliament including both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. There was a workshop on law-making at the end of the tour, followed by a Q&A session with Gower MP Tonia Antoniazzi.
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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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