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 …
This September, Walsall College is launching new qualifications for school leavers about the business of competitive video gaming. The BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Esports and Level 3 Extended Diploma in Esports will develop students’ knowledge in a number of …
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 …
If you’re lucky enough to know science is the career path for you, then a specialist qualification is a great starting point. You’ll have the opportunity to explore key subject areas including, biology, physics and chemistry, so you can progress …
There aren’t many people who are able to carve out a career from their talents. Fortunately, with a rise in digital creativity and handmade goods, the art and design industry is booming with more jobs than ever. From illustrators, to …
The art and design industry is diverse to say the least – it leaves its mark in everything from public museums and galleries to content publishing. According to the Creative Industries Federation, the art and design industry in the West …
Businesses across all industries are quickly realising the importance of being connected to the virtual world. According to the House of Commons, the UK will need around 1.2 million new technical and digitally skilled people by 2022, whilst an estimated …
The pandemic has rocked every business, in some shape or form. But that doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thing. Businesses have been forced to re-think alternative ways to reach out to their customers in order to keep their …