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Saturday Club looks behind the seams of the fashion world
21st March 2023
Cornwall College Camborne’s Saturday Art and Design Club, a project run by The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) for pre-16s, recently provided an exciting opportunity for its students to enhance their skills and knowledge in the world of fashion. The club organised a special Masterclass for thirteen students at one of the UK’s leading surf-clothing stores, Finisterre, based in St Agnes. T Read More
Cornwall College Camborne’s Saturday Art and Design Club, a project run by The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) for pre-16s, recently provided an exciting opportunity for its students to enhance their skills and knowledge in the world of fashion. The club organised a special Masterclass for thirteen students at one of the UK’s leading surf-clothing stores, Finisterre, based in St Agnes. T Read More
30 years in bloom for Duchy College Rosewarne
20th March 2023
As Duchy College Rosewarne celebrates its 30th spring, staff and students are looking forward to an exciting future in ecological restoration for the rural campus. The leading land-based college, part of The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), has come a long way from its humble beginnings as an experimental horticulture station in the 1950s. Today, the Rosewarne campus hosts a wide range of students o Read More
As Duchy College Rosewarne celebrates its 30th spring, staff and students are looking forward to an exciting future in ecological restoration for the rural campus. The leading land-based college, part of The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), has come a long way from its humble beginnings as an experimental horticulture station in the 1950s. Today, the Rosewarne campus hosts a wide range of students o Read More
National Trust helps students discover Cornwall
17th March 2023
The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) has teamed up with National Trust, to provide students with free access and transport to some of Cornwall’s most beautiful locations. Learners from Cornwall College Camborne and Duchy College Rosewarne will benefit from outdoor learning experience, visit educational gardens, historical landmarks, and coastal areas. Students will have the chance to explore Cor Read More
The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) has teamed up with National Trust, to provide students with free access and transport to some of Cornwall’s most beautiful locations. Learners from Cornwall College Camborne and Duchy College Rosewarne will benefit from outdoor learning experience, visit educational gardens, historical landmarks, and coastal areas. Students will have the chance to explore Cor Read More
‘Returnerships’ offer new route into work for over 50s
15th March 2023
As the job market becomes increasingly competitive across the Southwest, getting back into work can be a daunting prospect for people aged over 50. However, a new type of apprenticeship for the more experienced individual, a Returnership, was announced on March 15th as part of the Government’s Spring budget. By refining existing skills programmes to make them more accessible to workers aged 50 p Read More
As the job market becomes increasingly competitive across the Southwest, getting back into work can be a daunting prospect for people aged over 50. However, a new type of apprenticeship for the more experienced individual, a Returnership, was announced on March 15th as part of the Government’s Spring budget. By refining existing skills programmes to make them more accessible to workers aged 50 p Read More
Inside Cornwall College Camborne’s multimillion-pound redevelopment
14th March 2023
The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) is excited to announce a multimillion-pound redevelopment of Cornwall College Camborne, thanks to funding secured from the Department for Education’s (DfE) FE Capital Transformation Fund. Work that is already taking place is set to revitalise the campus that has been serving the local community and beyond for close to a century. Upgrading classrooms, laborat Read More
The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) is excited to announce a multimillion-pound redevelopment of Cornwall College Camborne, thanks to funding secured from the Department for Education’s (DfE) FE Capital Transformation Fund. Work that is already taking place is set to revitalise the campus that has been serving the local community and beyond for close to a century. Upgrading classrooms, laborat Read More
Cornwall College Dancers took international centre stage
13th March 2023
Level 3 Dance students at Cornwall College St Austell performed alongside some of the best dancers in the performing arts industry, at the world’s biggest dance convention, Move It. Students from The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) teamed up with a local dance company, Studio 4, on their performance, ‘Deja Vu’. Professional choreographers worked with Studio 4, to create an exhilarating perform Read More
Level 3 Dance students at Cornwall College St Austell performed alongside some of the best dancers in the performing arts industry, at the world’s biggest dance convention, Move It. Students from The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) teamed up with a local dance company, Studio 4, on their performance, ‘Deja Vu’. Professional choreographers worked with Studio 4, to create an exhilarating perform Read More
Building Innovative and Sustainable Maritime Futures discovery day
8th March 2023
Falmouth Marine School (FMS) is excited to lead a prestigious event at the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth, to explore cutting-edge technology and help build sustainable futures for the local economy, maritime careers and education. More than a hundred maritime professionals will have the opportunity to dive deep and immerse themselves in an unforgettable experience that will leave them feeli Read More
Falmouth Marine School (FMS) is excited to lead a prestigious event at the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth, to explore cutting-edge technology and help build sustainable futures for the local economy, maritime careers and education. More than a hundred maritime professionals will have the opportunity to dive deep and immerse themselves in an unforgettable experience that will leave them feeli Read More
John Evans calls for more FE funding at Westminster
1st March 2023
Principal & CE of The Cornwall College Group is in London, to support Association of Colleges “Mind the Skills Gap” campaign, for FE funding. John Evans is taking proactive action in the house of parliament, to express the need for more funding for Further Education colleges in Cornwall, and beyond. The CE and principal of TCCG, has travelled to London with Martin Tucker, Principal Read More
Principal & CE of The Cornwall College Group is in London, to support Association of Colleges “Mind the Skills Gap” campaign, for FE funding. John Evans is taking proactive action in the house of parliament, to express the need for more funding for Further Education colleges in Cornwall, and beyond. The CE and principal of TCCG, has travelled to London with Martin Tucker, Principal Read More
Apprenticeship Games 2023: Persimmon Homes takes the winning title
23rd February 2023
The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) hosted its sixth annual Apprenticeship Games during the National Apprenticeship Week, sponsored by Cornwall Apprenticeships. Cornwall College St Austell opened its doors on Thursday, February 9th, to welcome 14 apprenticeship teams from various industries and sectors, to compete for the “Apprenticeship Team of The Year” trophy. After a gruelling day of competi Read More
The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) hosted its sixth annual Apprenticeship Games during the National Apprenticeship Week, sponsored by Cornwall Apprenticeships. Cornwall College St Austell opened its doors on Thursday, February 9th, to welcome 14 apprenticeship teams from various industries and sectors, to compete for the “Apprenticeship Team of The Year” trophy. After a gruelling day of competi Read More
Cornwall College released the Krakens for their First Esports Festival
22nd February 2023
Cornwall College Camborne’s eSports students, Cornwall College Krakens, organised and coached the College’s first-ever eSports festival earlier this month. Five teams participated in the games, with three spots up for grabs for the South West eSports Festival final at Exeter College in June. Demonstrating their communication skills and sportsmanship, the teams competed against each oth Read More
Cornwall College Camborne’s eSports students, Cornwall College Krakens, organised and coached the College’s first-ever eSports festival earlier this month. Five teams participated in the games, with three spots up for grabs for the South West eSports Festival final at Exeter College in June. Demonstrating their communication skills and sportsmanship, the teams competed against each oth Read More
Masterclass with international photographer Paul David Smith
15th February 2023
Students studying photography at Cornwall College St Austell delved into a “day in a life of a professional photographer”, and gained valuable insight from Newquay based photographer, Paul David Smith. After a fascinating talk by the renowned international photographer, students were treated to a free studio lighting workshop, followed by a fantastic opportunity to take professional ph Read More
Students studying photography at Cornwall College St Austell delved into a “day in a life of a professional photographer”, and gained valuable insight from Newquay based photographer, Paul David Smith. After a fascinating talk by the renowned international photographer, students were treated to a free studio lighting workshop, followed by a fantastic opportunity to take professional ph Read More
Region’s sole Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship
8th February 2023
An exclusive opportunity to study a brand-new Level 6 Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship at Newquay University Centre Cornwall College is the only one of its kind in the south west. The course represents a major advancement in environmental education and workforce development – a huge leap forward for The Cornwall College Group. By combining theoretical education with hands-on, rea Read More
An exclusive opportunity to study a brand-new Level 6 Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship at Newquay University Centre Cornwall College is the only one of its kind in the south west. The course represents a major advancement in environmental education and workforce development – a huge leap forward for The Cornwall College Group. By combining theoretical education with hands-on, rea Read More
Cornwall College Krakens to host eSports Festival
6th February 2023
Cornwall College Krakens are proud to announce fun and competitive Esports Festival, taking place on Thursday, 9th February at Cornwall College St Austell campus. The festival will feature 16 teams representing businesses across Devon and Cornwall. With fierce competition in various popular esports games offering an exciting experience, each team will have the opportunity to demonstrate their comm Read More
Cornwall College Krakens are proud to announce fun and competitive Esports Festival, taking place on Thursday, 9th February at Cornwall College St Austell campus. The festival will feature 16 teams representing businesses across Devon and Cornwall. With fierce competition in various popular esports games offering an exciting experience, each team will have the opportunity to demonstrate their comm Read More
New Pre-16 Hospitality Academy launched
30th January 2023
St Austell Family Group has partnered up with The Cornwall College Group to deliver interactive hands-on learning experience in the catering and hospitality industry. This partnership will open a world of opportunities for students, including the chance to gain valuable work experience in various industries and learn from seasoned professionals. The collaboration allows Year 10 and Year 11 student Read More
St Austell Family Group has partnered up with The Cornwall College Group to deliver interactive hands-on learning experience in the catering and hospitality industry. This partnership will open a world of opportunities for students, including the chance to gain valuable work experience in various industries and learn from seasoned professionals. The collaboration allows Year 10 and Year 11 student Read More
Let the Apprenticeship Games begin!
30th January 2023
The Apprenticeship Games, a highly coveted competition organised by The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) will return this February, in a quest to find the South West’s top apprentices. Now in its sixth consecutive year, the nationally recognised contest will see teams from the region’s leading businesses battle it out at Cornwall College St Austell on February 9th during National Apprenticeship W Read More
The Apprenticeship Games, a highly coveted competition organised by The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) will return this February, in a quest to find the South West’s top apprentices. Now in its sixth consecutive year, the nationally recognised contest will see teams from the region’s leading businesses battle it out at Cornwall College St Austell on February 9th during National Apprenticeship W Read More
UK’s ONLY Soil Science undergraduate degree coming to Eden Project Learning
23rd January 2023
The Eden Project Learning team is excited to unveil the ONLY undergraduate Soil Science course in the UK! A ground-breaking programme that will equip future leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. The team is thrilled to have such a crucial topic and subject, with applications and opportunities spanning many sect Read More
The Eden Project Learning team is excited to unveil the ONLY undergraduate Soil Science course in the UK! A ground-breaking programme that will equip future leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. The team is thrilled to have such a crucial topic and subject, with applications and opportunities spanning many sect Read More
Blind Student’s independence skyrockets thanks to random act of kindness
11th January 2023
A Random Act of Kindness from two complete strangers has helped a blind student gain more independence. Members of a community Facebook group, St Austell Friends, have gone above and beyond to help a student manage with daily challenges, by contributing towards a sensory kettle. Willow from St Austell was born blind, but that hasn’t stopped her achieving incredible goals and milestone along her Read More
A Random Act of Kindness from two complete strangers has helped a blind student gain more independence. Members of a community Facebook group, St Austell Friends, have gone above and beyond to help a student manage with daily challenges, by contributing towards a sensory kettle. Willow from St Austell was born blind, but that hasn’t stopped her achieving incredible goals and milestone along her Read More
Cornwall College helping students reach for the Stars!
6th January 2023
Excitement is building in Cornwall ahead of the first ever space launch from the UK. Cornwall College is particularly excited to be a part of STEM Learning – a network of organizations dedicated to supporting science, technology, engineering, and math education in the UK. As a member of STEM Learning, Cornwall College has been collaborating with schools and other educational institutions across Read More
Excitement is building in Cornwall ahead of the first ever space launch from the UK. Cornwall College is particularly excited to be a part of STEM Learning – a network of organizations dedicated to supporting science, technology, engineering, and math education in the UK. As a member of STEM Learning, Cornwall College has been collaborating with schools and other educational institutions across Read More