• West Suffolk College Group are working together with our consortium members to assist the DfE in supporting schools to engage their students through digital tools and online content. We can support and guide you through this period of change no matter where your school is on its digital journey. If you would like more information please contact us via email edtech@wsc.ac.uk - Nadine Payne, EdTech Demonstrator. We are still accepting schools for bespoke support, so if you are interested please complete the request form on the EdTech site: www.wsc.ac.uk/ed-tech-register-your-interest For more information visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/edtech-wsc For details of FREE courses we offer please visit our website: www.wsc.ac.uk/edtech
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    West Suffolk College Group are working together with our consortium members to assist the DfE in supporting schools to engage their students through digital tools and online content. We can support and guide you through this period of change no matter where your school is on its digital journey. If you would like more information please contact us via email edtech@wsc.ac.uk - Nadine Payne, EdTech Demonstrator. We are still accepting schools for bespoke support, so if you are interested please complete the request form on the EdTech site: www.wsc.ac.uk/ed-tech-register-your-interest For more information visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/edtech-wsc For details of FREE courses we offer please visit our website: www.wsc.ac.uk/edtech
  • Join us on 1 February from 12.15pm for an hour to educate and celebrate diversity with guest speakers @@bobbycnorris (The Only Way Is Essex), @elliottwright (TV Presenter) and Outreach Youth. Watch live or join on Zoom to ask questions: www.wsc.ac.uk/lgbtq
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    Join us on 1 February from 12.15pm for an hour to educate and celebrate diversity with guest speakers @@bobbycnorris (The Only Way Is Essex), @elliottwright (TV Presenter) and Outreach Youth. Watch live or join on Zoom to ask questions: www.wsc.ac.uk/lgbtq
  • Study our BA (Hons) Business and Management course where you’ll learn how businesses are organised and run, explore ways to make them more effective, and develop practical abilities. To find out more visit: www.universitystudies.wsc.ac.uk/ba-hons-business-and-management #Business #Management #BusinessManagement #UniversityStudies #UniversityStudiesAtWestSuffolkCollege #USWSC #WestSuffolkCollege #Suffolk #BuryStEdmunds
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    Study our BA (Hons) Business and Management course where you’ll learn how businesses are organised and run, explore ways to make them more effective, and develop practical abilities. To find out more visit: www.universitystudies.wsc.ac.uk/ba-hons-business-and-management #Business #Management #BusinessManagement #UniversityStudies #UniversityStudiesAtWestSuffolkCollege #USWSC #WestSuffolkCollege #Suffolk #BuryStEdmunds
  • Teacher CPD - We still have places on the following course: Python Programming: working with data Tuesday 16 February 2021 – 10.30am – 2.30pm As you progress beyond the basics of Python programming, this course will help you develop the level of programming skill required for GCSE computer science. You’ll go further through the fundamentals of programming, with lots of hands-on experience under the guidance of highly successful teachers of computer science. This course is for current or prospective teachers of GCSE computer science with some understanding of computer science principles. For more information and booking, visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/python-programming For more courses, visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/suffolkcomputerhub
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    Teacher CPD - We still have places on the following course: Python Programming: working with data Tuesday 16 February 2021 – 10.30am – 2.30pm As you progress beyond the basics of Python programming, this course will help you develop the level of programming skill required for GCSE computer science. You’ll go further through the fundamentals of programming, with lots of hands-on experience under the guidance of highly successful teachers of computer science. This course is for current or prospective teachers of GCSE computer science with some understanding of computer science principles. For more information and booking, visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/python-programming For more courses, visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/suffolkcomputerhub
  • Join us to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2021, our videos will be released during the week between 8 to 12 February. Meet members of the Apprenticeship Team, and hear from local companies and apprentices about how apprenticeships have benefitted them. We look forward to seeing you at our Live Apprenticeship Q&A and Information Event. Sign up here: www.wsc.ac.uk/naw2021 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2021 #Apprentice
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    Join us to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2021, our videos will be released during the week between 8 to 12 February. Meet members of the Apprenticeship Team, and hear from local companies and apprentices about how apprenticeships have benefitted them. We look forward to seeing you at our Live Apprenticeship Q&A and Information Event. Sign up here: www.wsc.ac.uk/naw2021 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2021 #Apprentice
  • The Digital-Design Arts are flourishing – both in education and economically. Graphics, games, apps, visual effects, animation and photography are hugely exciting areas of learning and individual expression. You can be part of the next generation of UK creatives. Join the nationally-recognised School of Art & Design - Be part of a group of like-minded and ambitious students – focusing on the one subject and producing work that will amaze others and build a future for yourself. Graphic Design: www.wsc.ac.uk/graphic-design Digital Arts: www.wsc.ac.uk/digital-arts Games Design: www.wsc.ac.uk/games-design Interactive Media: www.wsc.ac.uk/interactive-media
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    The Digital-Design Arts are flourishing – both in education and economically. Graphics, games, apps, visual effects, animation and photography are hugely exciting areas of learning and individual expression. You can be part of the next generation of UK creatives. Join the nationally-recognised School of Art & Design - Be part of a group of like-minded and ambitious students – focusing on the one subject and producing work that will amaze others and build a future for yourself. Graphic Design: www.wsc.ac.uk/graphic-design Digital Arts: www.wsc.ac.uk/digital-arts Games Design: www.wsc.ac.uk/games-design Interactive Media: www.wsc.ac.uk/interactive-media
  • 📚 Meet the tutors 📚 Join our T-Levels department for an Online Live Course Q&A tonight at 5:45pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
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    📚 Meet the tutors 📚 Join our T-Levels department for an Online Live Course Q&A tonight at 5:45pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
  • Tomorrow's industry talk with our Culinary Arts students is by Galton Blackiston @chefgaltonb, chef patron of the Michelin-starred Morston Hall @morstonhallhotel in Norfolk, who will be discussing his successful career and the skills required to ensure longevity in the hospitality sector. He has held a Michelin star since 1998. #chef #culinary #culinaryarts #suffolk #norfolk #galtonblackiston #galton #westsuffolkcollege @edmundsrestaurant
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    Tomorrow's industry talk with our Culinary Arts students is by Galton Blackiston @chefgaltonb, chef patron of the Michelin-starred Morston Hall @morstonhallhotel in Norfolk, who will be discussing his successful career and the skills required to ensure longevity in the hospitality sector. He has held a Michelin star since 1998. #chef #culinary #culinaryarts #suffolk #norfolk #galtonblackiston #galton #westsuffolkcollege @edmundsrestaurant
  • We want to hear from employers who are looking to either recruit or send existing staff on to Construction Site Supervisor Level 4 Training in September. Please contact apprenticeships@wsc.ac.uk to discuss next steps and visit www.wsc.ac.uk/css21 to find out more about the apprenticeship. Sign up to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week: www.wsc.ac.uk/naw2021
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    We want to hear from employers who are looking to either recruit or send existing staff on to Construction Site Supervisor Level 4 Training in September. Please contact apprenticeships@wsc.ac.uk to discuss next steps and visit www.wsc.ac.uk/css21 to find out more about the apprenticeship. Sign up to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week: www.wsc.ac.uk/naw2021
  • Join us on 1 February from 12.15pm for an hour to educate and celebrate diversity with guest speakers @bobbycnorris (The Only Way Is Essex), @elliottwright (TV Presenter) and Outreach Youth. Watch live or join on Zoom to ask questions: www.wsc.ac.uk/lgbtq
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    Join us on 1 February from 12.15pm for an hour to educate and celebrate diversity with guest speakers @bobbycnorris (The Only Way Is Essex), @elliottwright (TV Presenter) and Outreach Youth. Watch live or join on Zoom to ask questions: www.wsc.ac.uk/lgbtq
  • 📚 Meet the tutors 📚 Join our T-Levels department for an Online Live Course Q&A on Wednesday 27 January at 5:45pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
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    📚 Meet the tutors 📚 Join our T-Levels department for an Online Live Course Q&A on Wednesday 27 January at 5:45pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
  • Teacher CPD - Fundamentals of computer networks course Tuesday 9 February 2021 with the 2nd session 11 February at 4.00-5.30pm We still have places on the Fundamentals of Computer Networks course. During the course, you will demystify the hardware and network topologies used for data transfer between computers and help you make topic learning relevant and engaging to students. Learn how computers of all shapes and sizes are connected physically, or wirelessly, and how this arrangement affects how data is shared. Switches, routers and other network components will be fully explained, helping you understand how data is moved around in packets. Mapped closely to the specifications of GCSE computer science, the course will provide you with deepened knowledge and confidence that your students are equipped for their exams. Book now: www.wsc.ac.uk/fundamentals-computer-networks-remote Visit our website to see other courses offered: www.wsc.ac.uk/suffolkcomputerhub
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    Teacher CPD - Fundamentals of computer networks course Tuesday 9 February 2021 with the 2nd session 11 February at 4.00-5.30pm We still have places on the Fundamentals of Computer Networks course. During the course, you will demystify the hardware and network topologies used for data transfer between computers and help you make topic learning relevant and engaging to students. Learn how computers of all shapes and sizes are connected physically, or wirelessly, and how this arrangement affects how data is shared. Switches, routers and other network components will be fully explained, helping you understand how data is moved around in packets. Mapped closely to the specifications of GCSE computer science, the course will provide you with deepened knowledge and confidence that your students are equipped for their exams. Book now: www.wsc.ac.uk/fundamentals-computer-networks-remote Visit our website to see other courses offered: www.wsc.ac.uk/suffolkcomputerhub
  • 🚛 Meet the tutors 🚛 Join our Logistics department for an Online Live Course Q&A tonight at 5:45pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
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    🚛 Meet the tutors 🚛 Join our Logistics department for an Online Live Course Q&A tonight at 5:45pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
  • Did you know? ✔️ We are currently supporting over 850 Employers ✔️ The average salary for Apprentices paid by the employers we support is £189.96 per week, meaning our vacancies are paying £53.46 per week on average more than the National Minimum Wage for Apprenticeships Discover more about #apprenticeships by signing up to our live Q&A on Tuesday 9 February at 7pm, as we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week: www.wsc.ac.uk/naw2021 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2021 #Apprentice
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    Did you know? ✔️ We are currently supporting over 850 Employers ✔️ The average salary for Apprentices paid by the employers we support is £189.96 per week, meaning our vacancies are paying £53.46 per week on average more than the National Minimum Wage for Apprenticeships Discover more about #apprenticeships by signing up to our live Q&A on Tuesday 9 February at 7pm, as we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week: www.wsc.ac.uk/naw2021 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2021 #Apprentice
  • At @universitystudieswsc, we are looking for a Higher Education Officer who is passionate about making a difference to the region through education, and who shares our commitment to excellence, our students, and the long-term development of higher education in the East of England. Apply by Thursday 4 February. For more information please visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/vacancy-he-officer
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    At @universitystudieswsc, we are looking for a Higher Education Officer who is passionate about making a difference to the region through education, and who shares our commitment to excellence, our students, and the long-term development of higher education in the East of England. Apply by Thursday 4 February. For more information please visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/vacancy-he-officer
  • 30 students @rafhonington flew to exam success in record time after passing #GCSE exams in English and maths. The learners achieved grades four and above after studying on a two-week course with West SuffolkCollege. Sarah Pentony is the personal learning advisor at RAF Honington. "We had 18 maths and 12 English passes," she said. "To do this in two weeks with a 100 per cent pass rate is amazing. We have worked with the college for almost 20 years. The courses are great and we just work well together. “While the next lot of exams have been postponed, we have a long waiting list of eager students who are ready to take GCSEs in the future, as soon as they are allowed to do so. The efforts of the college have contributed to changing many of these peoples' lives for the better.” Deborah Barton, Head of Adult Skills and Employability at West Suffolk College, added: "I would like to say thank you to our teaching staff who have played an important part in helping our students progress in their careers within the Royal Air Force." Courses: https://www.wsc.ac.uk/adults #BuryStEdmunds #Suffolk
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    30 students @rafhonington flew to exam success in record time after passing #GCSE exams in English and maths. The learners achieved grades four and above after studying on a two-week course with West SuffolkCollege. Sarah Pentony is the personal learning advisor at RAF Honington. "We had 18 maths and 12 English passes," she said. "To do this in two weeks with a 100 per cent pass rate is amazing. We have worked with the college for almost 20 years. The courses are great and we just work well together. “While the next lot of exams have been postponed, we have a long waiting list of eager students who are ready to take GCSEs in the future, as soon as they are allowed to do so. The efforts of the college have contributed to changing many of these peoples' lives for the better.” Deborah Barton, Head of Adult Skills and Employability at West Suffolk College, added: "I would like to say thank you to our teaching staff who have played an important part in helping our students progress in their careers within the Royal Air Force." Courses: https://www.wsc.ac.uk/adults #BuryStEdmunds #Suffolk
  • NEW COURSE! Higher Attainment in Computer Science Whether you’re already teaching computer science or completely new to the subject, this course is designed to support your understanding of how to increase student attainment at GCSE level. Part of the CSA Programme. This evidence-based CPD aims to raise knowledge amongst teachers of how to achieve the most out of your students, whilst preparing for their GCSE exams in computer science. Whether you’re already teaching computer science or completely new to the subject, this course is designed to support your understanding of how to increase student attainment at GCSE level. We can offer the following dates: Saturday 30 January with 2nd session 6 February (10:00 – 11:30am) Book: www.wsc.ac.uk/higher-attainment-gcse-computer-science OR Monday 1 March with 2nd session 8 March (19:00 – 20:30pm) Book: www.wsc.ac.uk/mar-higher-attainment-gcse-computer-science Visit our website to see other courses offered: www.wsc.ac.uk/suffolkcomputerhub
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    NEW COURSE! Higher Attainment in Computer Science Whether you’re already teaching computer science or completely new to the subject, this course is designed to support your understanding of how to increase student attainment at GCSE level. Part of the CSA Programme. This evidence-based CPD aims to raise knowledge amongst teachers of how to achieve the most out of your students, whilst preparing for their GCSE exams in computer science. Whether you’re already teaching computer science or completely new to the subject, this course is designed to support your understanding of how to increase student attainment at GCSE level. We can offer the following dates: Saturday 30 January with 2nd session 6 February (10:00 – 11:30am) Book: www.wsc.ac.uk/higher-attainment-gcse-computer-science OR Monday 1 March with 2nd session 8 March (19:00 – 20:30pm) Book: www.wsc.ac.uk/mar-higher-attainment-gcse-computer-science Visit our website to see other courses offered: www.wsc.ac.uk/suffolkcomputerhub
  • A 17-year-old from Suffolk has her eye on a national rallycross title. Abbie McGuinness from Haverhill only started out in the sport (of rallycross) at the beginning of 2019. Abbie originally began a career in #stockcarracing at the age of 11, but decided to follow in her father Brian’s footsteps with a switch to #rallycross two years ago. Mr McGuinness had a successful #motorracing career in his youth before he had to retire because of illness. His daughter Abbie, who studies on a Level 3 course in #Motorsport Engineering at West Suffolk College, said, "My dad is my sporting hero. So, it’s now down to me to keep up the family name in terms of motor sport." She is working hard to do this and was crowned ‘the BTRDA future champion of the year’ last year. Although the #BTRDA Clubmans #Rallycross 1600cc series in 2020 was severely disrupted because of COVID-19, the teenager managed to gain a second place in one of her first senior outings and is looking forward to the first big race of the season that will take place in May 2021 (subject to restrictions). But why was she drawn to the sport and how dangerous is it? "I like the adrenaline and I enjoy the fact that every race is different," Abbie said. "In terms of the danger, the safety equipment we use is very secure and the cars are all up to a certain standard." What ambitions does Abbie have? "I would like to win the British championships within a few years. Then, it would be great to move up to the super cars, get recognised and do this professionally." When asked if the sport is male dominated, she added: "Yes it is. I’m not sure why that is. I’ve proven that I can be competitive - and being competitive is nothing to do with gender. I absolutely believe that the next rally cross star or Lewis Hamilton could be female.” Head of Automotive at West Suffolk College, Leon Wilde, said, “We are very proud of Abbie’s achievements and we will support her ambitions all the way.”
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    A 17-year-old from Suffolk has her eye on a national rallycross title. Abbie McGuinness from Haverhill only started out in the sport (of rallycross) at the beginning of 2019. Abbie originally began a career in #stockcarracing at the age of 11, but decided to follow in her father Brian’s footsteps with a switch to #rallycross two years ago. Mr McGuinness had a successful #motorracing career in his youth before he had to retire because of illness. His daughter Abbie, who studies on a Level 3 course in #Motorsport Engineering at West Suffolk College, said, "My dad is my sporting hero. So, it’s now down to me to keep up the family name in terms of motor sport." She is working hard to do this and was crowned ‘the BTRDA future champion of the year’ last year. Although the #BTRDA Clubmans #Rallycross 1600cc series in 2020 was severely disrupted because of COVID-19, the teenager managed to gain a second place in one of her first senior outings and is looking forward to the first big race of the season that will take place in May 2021 (subject to restrictions). But why was she drawn to the sport and how dangerous is it? "I like the adrenaline and I enjoy the fact that every race is different," Abbie said. "In terms of the danger, the safety equipment we use is very secure and the cars are all up to a certain standard." What ambitions does Abbie have? "I would like to win the British championships within a few years. Then, it would be great to move up to the super cars, get recognised and do this professionally." When asked if the sport is male dominated, she added: "Yes it is. I’m not sure why that is. I’ve proven that I can be competitive - and being competitive is nothing to do with gender. I absolutely believe that the next rally cross star or Lewis Hamilton could be female.” Head of Automotive at West Suffolk College, Leon Wilde, said, “We are very proud of Abbie’s achievements and we will support her ambitions all the way.”
  • A message from Nikos Savvas, our Chief Executive, for all students, parents and carers. Read the full letter here: www.wsc.ac.uk/coronavirus
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    A message from Nikos Savvas, our Chief Executive, for all students, parents and carers. Read the full letter here: www.wsc.ac.uk/coronavirus
  • 🩺 Meet the tutors 🩺 Join our Health Care and Social Sciences department for an Online Live Course Q&A tonight at 6:30pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
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    🩺 Meet the tutors 🩺 Join our Health Care and Social Sciences department for an Online Live Course Q&A tonight at 6:30pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
  • Join our Online Live Course Q&As from Monday 11 to Wednesday 27 January giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
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    Join our Online Live Course Q&As from Monday 11 to Wednesday 27 January giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
  • West Suffolk College Group are working together with our consortium members to assist the DfE in supporting schools to engage their students through digital tools and online content. We can support and guide you through this period of change no matter where your school is on its digital journey. If you would like more information please contact us via email edtech@wsc.ac.uk - Nadine Payne, EdTech Demonstrator. We are still accepting schools for bespoke support, so if you are interested please complete the request form on the EdTech site: www.wsc.ac.uk/ed-tech-register-your-interest For more information visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/edtech-wsc For details of FREE courses we offer please visit our website: www.wsc.ac.uk/edtech
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    West Suffolk College Group are working together with our consortium members to assist the DfE in supporting schools to engage their students through digital tools and online content. We can support and guide you through this period of change no matter where your school is on its digital journey. If you would like more information please contact us via email edtech@wsc.ac.uk - Nadine Payne, EdTech Demonstrator. We are still accepting schools for bespoke support, so if you are interested please complete the request form on the EdTech site: www.wsc.ac.uk/ed-tech-register-your-interest For more information visit: www.wsc.ac.uk/edtech-wsc For details of FREE courses we offer please visit our website: www.wsc.ac.uk/edtech
  • 🖥 Meet the tutors 🖥 Join our Computing department for an Online Live Course Q&A tonight at 6:30pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
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    🖥 Meet the tutors 🖥 Join our Computing department for an Online Live Course Q&A tonight at 6:30pm giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
  • Join our Online Live Course Q&As from Monday 11 to Wednesday 27 January giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors
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    Join our Online Live Course Q&As from Monday 11 to Wednesday 27 January giving you the chance to meet the tutors and ask any questions you may have. Pre-register now: www.wsc.ac.uk/meet-the-tutors