The media industry is massively important – without it, they’d likely be nothing to watch, see or do. Like you, most people rely on it in some way for the latest news or entertainment- be it through TV, radio or …
Walsall College has completed the acquisition of CITB’s National Construction College (NCC) facility based in Birmingham. From today (1 December), the facility will be known as Construction College Midlands, part of Walsall College. The sale includes the land, buildings and …
A new company set up by media staff and students at Walsall College is ready to shout ‘lights, camera, action’ on behalf of local organisations requiring film production services. Future Flame Productions is able to film, edit and deliver videos …
Studying; Level 3 Applied Law, Criminology and Business A college course is turning into a lifeline for Shelby Lintern. It is helping the 19-year-old work towards becoming a barrister or solicitor. This became Shelby’s alternative study route after she decided A …
Studied: Level 1 Business Administration Progression: Level 2 Travel & Tourism Olivia Bournes decided not to take the safe option. This is paying off for her in lots of ways. Since leaving school in Year 11, she has re-sat and …
Studied: Level 2 Hairdressing (via an Apprenticeship) Studying: Level 3 Hairdressing When her apprentice employer didn’t keep her on after the spring 2020 lockdown, Tia Reed came up with a career plan B. The 19-year-old is now a full-time student …
An aspiring film-maker and an accountant have been named as finalists in the Association of Colleges Student of the Year awards. Jonathan Morris is a finalist in the higher education category of the national awards, sponsored by Reed. He is …
A robotic arm prototype has picked up gold level recognition for Walsall College’s engineering students. EDT (Engineering Development Trust) has commended the seven students for their expert design, developed through an industry-led programme. Neil Sambrook, Head of Cluster for Construction, …
Studied: Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Public Services Progression: Trainee operational response officer at West Midlands Police Harvin came to Walsall College with the aim of working in public services. He just didn’t yet know which capacity this would …
18-24 year-olds looking for a different way to start a career in healthcare are being encouraged to apply for a traineeship with Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Trust has teamed up with Walsall College to provide 10 …