Purplex Workshop Inspires Learners
Level 3 Business BTEC students were treated to an exciting and educational experience as two professionals, Adi Day and Beth Patch from Purplex Marketing, stepped onto the campus to deliver a lively workshop. They brought creativity and industry insights to eager learners, creating an atmosphere of enthusiasm and curiosity.
VR Experience Thrills ESOL Learners
Recently our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners took part in an exciting exercise hosted by our LibraryPlus team. The class was given an immersive demonstration of the latest virtual reality (VR) technology, opening a gateway to a new dimension of learning. The students, many of whom had never experienced VR before, eagerly donned headsets to explore innovative tools that could one day revolutionise their educational journey.
Former Student Inspires Students in Guest Lecture
Weston College public services students were visited recently by Tony Wilson, a Physical Training Instructor at Bristol Prison for a guest lecture. During the lecture, Tony emphasised the importance of resilience and determination, highlighting the challenges he faced while pursuing his passion for physical training. He spoke passionately about his time at Bristol Prison, emphasising the role of physical fitness in inmate rehabilitation.
GKN Aerospace Apprenticeship Vacancies Now Open!
Earn while you learn, at global engineering organisation, GKN Aerospace.
We have teamed up with GKN Aerospace to offer 23 vacancies, with roles including:
- Aerospace Engineer Degree Apprentice
- Engineering Production Apprentice
- Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice
- Engineering Technical Support Technician Apprentice.
The Positive Impact of T Levels on Businesses
T Levels are the future of technical education, designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical workplace experience. These two-year courses offer students a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and skills that are directly relevant to their chosen industry.
Students Enjoy a Frighteningly Good Time
Following the success of last year’s ‘Phobia’ Halloween event collaboration at Puxton Park, Further and Higher Education learners from Weston College and University Centre Weston (UCW) have collaborated with the Park to design and apply makeup to the 40 learner actors per night! The event ran from 21st - 28th October 2023, and had many haunted attractions including a Haunted Tractor Ride, Dolls House, Asylum, Freak Show, and The Dark Wood.
Public Services Students Visit Royal Navy Training Base
Our level 2 and level 3 Public Services learners recently had the amazing opportunity to visit HMS Raleigh!
HMS Raleigh is a Royal Navy training establishment in Torpoint near Plymouth, comprising of over 239 acres of land. This site is where ratings from all branches of the Royal Navy receive their 10-week Initial Naval Training, making this the perfect place for students to visit to find out more about Navy life.
