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Lease Signed for Aerospace Skills Academy at Filton
Employers
Airbus and Weston College Group today announced the signing of a formal lease agreement for the new Aerospace Skills Academy at Airbus’ Filton site, marking a major milestone in strengthening national resilience through aerospace and advanced engineering skills.
Weston College Employer Advisory Boards: Shaping Curriculum Through Industry Insight
Employers
Throughout this term, Weston College have hosted a series of Employer Advisory Boards and Industry Forums across a wide range of sectors. These events play a vital role in ensuring the College’s curriculum remains closely aligned with current and emerging industry needs, helping learners develop the skills, behaviours and knowledge required to succeed in the workplace.
Weston College Unveils Plans for £2.6m Skills Academy at Airbus Filton
Weston College and University Centre Weston (UCW) have announced plans for an exciting new Skills Academy in the Aerospace & Defence space, located at Airbus Filton, Bristol.
Set to welcome its first learners in September 2026, the Skills Academy will offer a unique, industry-led training environment designed to equip future engineers and technicians with the advanced skills required across aerospace, defence, and cutting-edge manufacturing sectors.
Jack Crowned Apprentice of the Year at National Awards
Degree Apprentice Jack Lewis has been crowned the Association of Colleges (AoC) Apprentice of the Year at the annual AoC Conference and Exhibition, an event that celebrates exceptional students from colleges across England.
The national awards recognise individuals who have excelled academically while making significant contributions to their colleges, workplaces, and communities. As always, the competition was fierce, with a high volume of outstanding applications from across the country.
