careers

The award-winning Welsh college which is helping more women become scientists

Throughout history, the science and maths industries have largely been dominated by men.

Young women have historically tended to stay away from STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) subjects during their school years. This can be down to many things, but one of them is the outdated stereotype that STEM careers are better suited to men.

And as a result, women can often be outnumbered in these industries.

BBC Radio 1’s Academy inspires local students

Students at Gower College Swansea’s Gorseinon Campus have had an early opportunity to take part in BBC Radio 1’s Academy 2018.

The Academy is coming to the Swansea Grand Theatre in May to give young people aged between 16-24 the tools, information and inspiration to succeed in a creative career.

Work-related opportunities for IT students

IT students at Gower College Swansea will soon have an opportunity to combine their academic studies with realistic workplace training, thanks to a new partnership with global employability programme Galaxias Tech.

The Enhanced IT Programme is open to Level 3 ICT students who are not planning on progressing to university and are instead focusing on honing their skills in a practical setting.

The classes will run initially on the College’s Tycoch/Hill House campus before transferring to IndyCube in Wind Street.

VQ Day 2017

Gower College Swansea is looking forward to supporting VQ Day 2017.

The College currently offers around 40 vocational pathways for full time learners, which includes courses in subjects as diverse as catering, digital technology, beauty, sport and travel and tourism.

One student who is thoroughly enjoying his college journey is Josh Neill, who is studying towards a Level 3 qualification in Hospitality and Catering.

Royal Navy careers talk for Engineering Tech students

Representatives from the Royal Navy recently spent the day with Level 3 Pre-Apprenticeship / Engineering Technology students at Tycoch, helping to develop their communication skills in preparation for forthcoming interviews.

Following a prior visit the students made to HMS Richmond at Cardiff Bay, the Royal Navy's Careers team offered to visit the college and assist with the interview preparations which included providing feedback on CVs and practical interview skills.

Engineering students face mock interviews

Level 3 BTEC Engineering students from Gower College Swansea recently attended mock interview sessions with local employers at an event organised by the college's Enterprise Officer Lucy Turtle and Gareth Price from Career Wales.

“The main aims of this event were to prepare students for the world of work and provide advice and guidance on developing their CVs and interviewing skills,” said Lucy.

Among the employers were Tata Steel, Swansea University and the Armed Forces, who all gave structured feedback to the students after their interviews were complete.