Is that a Banksy? Ellie plays the imitation game
Telford College art students have been recreating iconic images as part of a project examining the modern-day forms of ‘fast fashion’. As part of the project, the level three students analysed some of the different creative processes which are used by an array of street artists. Apply to start your art course in September Find […]
Exciting future beckons for budding movie-maker Magnus
A Telford College media student has been praised for his ‘incredible work’ on a new music video for a professional rock star, which has been viewed by fans all over the world. Magnus Kvaerndrup storyboarded, directed, edited – and even starred – in the video for a song on Brian Meacham’s new album. Brian, originally […]
Telford College tutors to deliver Covid vaccines
Two Telford College tutors will begin helping to deliver Covid vaccines across Shropshire this month after completing their official training. Elaine Colley and Tracy Leah, from the health and social care department, will join vaccination volunteers working at Telford International Centre and Shrewsbury Indoor Bowls Centre. Find Health and Social Care courses HERE Apply to […]
Details announced for phased return to college
Telford College has published details of how the gradual return of students will begin to operate from Monday March 8. All students will this week receive dates and times for their first day back on site, and be expected to take a lateral flow Covid test before commencing classroom activities. Apply now to start in […]
Warm welcome for extra apprenticeship funding
Telford College has welcomed the Government’s extension of the cash bonus scheme for hiring apprentices. The financial incentives were first introduced in August, offering firms £2,000 to take on apprentices aged 16-24, or £1,500 for those aged 25 or over. Now, that figure is set to rise to £3,000 in April – regardless of an […]
Owzat for a fantastic apprenticeship opportunity?
Cricket Shropshire, the body responsible for managing all levels of recreational cricket in the county, has recruited its first apprentice through Telford College. Maisie Rushton, former Idsall school student, has joined the staff to help reinforce the board’s provision and support for the fastest growing format of the game in Shropshire – women and girls’ […]
Praise for college’s ‘second to none’ safety measures
A top Shropshire businessman has praised Telford College’s ‘second to none’ safety measures after visiting the Covid testing centre on campus. Paul Hinkins, managing director of Business Watch Guarding Limited, also chairs Telford Business Board, and has served on the board of the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership. He currently chairs Telford College’s corporation, and visited […]
College involved in UK Gatsby Foundation study on work-based learning
Telford College is one of a small number of further education colleges in the UK chosen to take part in a new Gatsby Foundation study exploring best practice for the delivery of apprenticeships. The study is being funded by The Gatsby Foundation, set up by David Sainsbury, to realise his charitable objectives across a range […]
Billy’s musical journey is an inspiration to others
A Shropshire student who began his educational journey at Telford College has been described as an inspiration to others, after progressing onto a PhD course at a top university. Billy Price, from Apley, is now studying towards a doctorate in music at the University of Liverpool, having already graduated with first-class BA honours and Masters […]
Phased return to college will begin from March 8
Telford College will be taking a safety-first approach to welcoming students back onto campus after the Government announced its roadmap to the lifting of coronavirus restrictions. The college said it would be carrying out a carefully phased return of students from March 8, working in close collaboration with students, staff and unions. Find more information […]
