Work experience is an essential part of getting into any career or job. It helps you figure out whether it’s the right path for you and if it’s not, work experience can help you start your career journey in another …
At Walsall College, we know advancing your studies is a big step. A new learning environment, new people and a new routine can be overwhelming. Whether you’re coming to us with a disability or with learning difficulties, we have a …
According to Visit Britain, England is the fourth most visited place in the world and with close to 6,000 visitor attractions including 25 UNESCO World Heritage sites, it’s no surprise. England is home to some of the most spectacular historical …
The idea of working behind a desk isn’t for everyone – well at least not for the 3.3 million people who currently work in tourism, according to the Office for National Statistics. You too might be after a job that …
Alice is a former Walsall College student who’s writing a series of blogs for students like herself. These vary from student advice, informative blogs and an insight into life beyond college. Her first blog is looking back at lockdown, exploring …
A student film-maker and an aspiring accountant from Walsall are celebrating after being named the Association of Colleges students of the year. Jonathan Morris won the Higher Education Student of the Year Award sponsored by Reed. He is currently studying …
Walsall College is all set to show local school students, adults and businesses how to make their digital mark with the launch of a new technology centre funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA). The Digital Innovation Hub, in …
Engineering students have spent a week completing work experience virtual activity with employers and industry representatives. 120 students carried out 36 hours of employer-led practical sessions as a way of enhancing their online classroom learning, “This is an initiative we’re …
As travel and tourism students at Walsall College aren’t able to visit a Penkridge farm and tourist attraction, one of its farmers bought the site to them online. Richard Bower of Lower Drayton Farm hosted a virtual tour and session …
Goggles, petri dishes and white lab coats. You’d be forgiven for thinking of a scientist. Whilst yes, it’s true, many scientists do spend much of their time in labs conducting important research and analysing data, there is so much more …