Hayden is thriving on Dodd Group apprenticeship
Award-winning Telford company The Dodd Group is a role model in the construction industry – and a big champion of apprenticeships. The company, which now employs more than 900 people, says it is proud of its heritage, having remained a family-owned business since its formation in Shropshire 75 years ago. A former Shropshire Company of […]
Telford College is roaring on England’s Lionesses
Telford College is roaring on England’s Lionesses as they seek European footballing glory. Promoting girls’ and women’s football has long been a key mission at Telford College – and the success of the national team in the Euro 2022 competition is taking interest in the game to new levels . When England star Jill Scott […]
Supersonic link-up with RAF Cosford for aviation students
Telford College is working with RAF Cosford to ensure its aviation students can experience all the latest innovations in aerospace technology. The college’s level two and three aviation courses are the only ones of their kind in the area, and attract students from across the West Midlands, as well as into Wales. Enrolment is now […]
Glowing praise for ‘amazing music’ produced by students
Music students from Telford College have received glowing praise for the songs they have been writing and recording in the college’s industry-standard studio facilities. Their work is now being played regularly on BBC radio, as well as being performed at various music venues across the region. Michaela Wylde, who produces and presents the BBC Introducing […]
Commonwealth Games assignment for stylist Caitlin
Former Telford College hair and beauty student Caitlin Steventon will be adding a touch of style to the Commonwealth Games after securing an exciting placement opportunity. The 20-year-old, from Hadley, is to spend a fortnight providing hair styling services for athletes taking part in the Birmingham-based games, which begin on July 28. She explained: “I’ll […]
Students to display their creations at Camp Bestival
Artistic students from Telford College have designed works of art for a family-friendly arena that will be seen by thousands of people at a major Shropshire festival. First year learners on the college’s level three art and design course were invited to design a theme for an arena at the upcoming Camp Bestival event from […]
Motivational magic for college’s new adult students
Motivational speaker David Hyner was the star attraction at Telford College’s adult new student event – welcoming the latest intake with a mix of humour and honesty. The event was an opportunity for everyone who has been interviewed and offered places for September to visit the college and get to know each other in a […]
Students create virtual tours for county visitor attractions
Telford College computing students have created interactive digital maps for two of Shropshire’s leading visitor attractions. The level three students have captured dozens of images around Blists Hill Victorian Town in the Ironbridge Gorge, and Attingham Park near Shrewsbury as part of their second-year hardware course. Computer lecturer Martin Seymour said: “These were fantastic projects […]
Awards night celebrates achievements of star students
Telford College celebrated the achievements of star students at its end-of-year awards night. More than 60 students and apprentices were presented with certificates and gifts in recognition of their outstanding achievements or significant improvements during the current academic year. The college’s highest accolade, the Victor Ludorum trophy, went to creative media student Corey Clark, a […]
College helps former Marines with charity cycling marathon
Telford College has supported a marathon bike ride which has raised thousands of pounds for the Royal Marines Charity. The college loaned its minibus to the group, which included public uniformed services tutor Archie Walkerdine, to act as a support vehicle along the route. The challenge was set up by a group of friends – […]
