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Empowering Local Collaboration

The Cornwall College Group recently held a highly successful Senior Executives’ Forum (SEF) Networking Event at the Greenbank Hotel in Falmouth, bringing together business leaders for insightful discussions and opportunity-building talks. Rob Bosworth, Principal and CEO of The Cornwall College Group, opened the floor for engaging discussion with key guest speaker, Professor Emma Hunt, Vice Chanc

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The Duke of Cornwall Visits Duchy College

Duchy College Stoke Climsland was honoured to welcome His Royal Highness The Duke of Cornwall to the campus today, marking a significant moment for both the college and the local community. During the visit, Prince William engaged with students and explored the college’s innovative programmes, including a live CSI demonstration by the Military & Protective Services Academy. The Prince took t

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Community Fish Tank Gets a Facelift

Student from Falmouth Marine School have restored a fish tank at Age UK Falmouth, bringing joy to the local community and demonstrating their dedication to both marine science and community service. When an issue was detected in the community centre’s fish tank, a team of Marine Science students promptly responded to diagnose and resolve the problem. The students used their expert knowledge to

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Making the move to college

Moving from school to college can feel like a big leap, but we’re here to let you know that there’s nothing to worry about. In fact, here are just some of the reasons why the change of pace you’ll find at college is something to be celebrated! Respect At The Cornwall College Group, you’ll be treated like an adult. This means being able to wear what you like (depending on your course) a

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Celebrating engineering on National Manufacturing Day

Local engineering students and apprentices have been celebrated to mark National Manufacturing Day, as Cornwall College and Plymouth Engineering Skills Centre (PESC) highlight emerging talent and the bright future of manufacturing. The Cornwall College Group is now in its third year of a highly successful academy programme with the Cornwall Manufacturers Group (CMG), which gives school-age student

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Students shine as college posts best results in years!

Students across The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) are celebrating one of the most successful years of academic achievements in the history of the group. An impressive 39 of the College’s Level 3 courses achieved a perfect pass rate, highlighting the exceptional performance of students across a wide range of disciplines. These included Agriculture, Animal Management, Art & Design, Enginee

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Blog: Top Tips for Results Week 2024

GCSE results day is just around the corner, and we know it can be a nerve-wracking time for both students and parents! But we’re here to help, so below we’ve gathered some top tips and advice to help you navigate the big day. Whether you’re anxiously waiting for your results or feeling confident about your performance, we hope our insights will be helpful in ensuring you have a successfu

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“Ground-breaking” Pre-16 Engineering Programme Launched in Falmouth

A new programme has been launched in Falmouth to give school-aged children an exciting opportunity to study engineering at Falmouth Marine School (FMS) in partnership with The Crown Estate. The pioneering Pre-16 Engineering programme, believed to be among the first of its kind in the UK, was officially unveiled at the Falmouth campus of The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) with course learners, paren

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Students Shine at College Awards

The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) recently hosted its highly anticipated annual Shining Star Awards at the prestigious St Mellion Estate, to recognise the outstanding accomplishments of its students. The event brought together almost 200 attendees, including students, their families and employer representatives, for a night filled with joy, inspiration with a touch of glamour. Celebrity host Jonat

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New College Courses Drive Sustainable Workplace Practices

People in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly now have the chance to boost their skills and learn more sustainable workplace methods through a new £2 million project dedicated to drive green practices. The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) is leading ‘The Future is Green’ project in collaboration with Truro and Penwith College, Cornwall Marine Network, University of Exeter, University of Plymouth, F

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Transformative programme empowers community on National Numeracy Day

Individuals living in Cornwall continue to benefit from Multiply: Skills for Life, a transformative programme aimed at enhancing numeracy skills and instilling profound confidence in mathematics. The Multiply Project has received £2.5m from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF). Cornwall Council has been chosen by Government as a Lead Authority for the fund and is responsi

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The Cornwall College Group Welcomes New Principal and Chief Executive

The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) has appointed Rob Bosworth as its new Principal and Chief Executive, following the retirement of the current Principal, John Evans. Rob joins TCCG from Exeter College, where he served as Deputy Chief Executive Officer. During his tenure, Rob was pivotal in enhancing the educational framework of the college, contributing more than two decades of expertise to help s

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Training the next generation of Professional Superyacht Engineers

Aspiring superyacht engineering officers and maritime professionals can now apply for a new and exciting hands-on opportunity through the innovative HNC/FdSc Professional Superyacht Engineer programme at Falmouth Marine School (FMS). This September, in partnership with the University of Plymouth, the Falmouth-based campus, part of The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), will welcome the first cohort of

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College Launches Custom Training for Employer Needs

The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), the largest educational provider in the South West, has announced the launch of Career Skills Training, a new initiative focused on providing tailored skills development aligned with local industry needs. The innovative suite of employer-focused training, set to uplift the regional workforce in key industries, targets the urgent need for specialised skills develo

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PALL wins “Apprenticeship Team of The Year”

Apprentices from Pall Corporation have been announced as this year’s winners for The Cornwall College Group’s (TCCG) Apprenticeship Games, sponsored by Cornwall Opportunities. Now in its seventh year and coinciding with the National Apprenticeship Week, the Games bring together apprentice teams from various businesses for competitive events, testing their mental, physical and creative skills.

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For the love of Maths

Love it or hate it, mathematics is an integral part of our day-to-day lives. Whether it’s managing finances, mastering time or making measurements – basic maths knowledge is indispensable. To highlight the significance of numeracy skills, Tom Smith, project outreach officer for Multiply at The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), recently took the stage on CHAOS TV to discuss, deb

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PM visits Cornwall College during National Apprenticeship Week

Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, paid a special visit to Cornwall College Camborne on Thursday (Feb 8th) in celebration of National Apprenticeship Week. Accompanied by John Evans, principal and chief executive of The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), the PM explored the thriving hub of innovation in vocational training. During his visit, Mr Sunak spoke to motor vehicle, engineering and electric vehicle

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TCCG welcomes the new Director of Business Development and Partnerships

The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) has announced Tony Marshall as the new Director of Business Development and Partnerships, in addition to his current role as Managing Director of Concorde Recruitment. Tony will lead a team of business experts in establishing successful commercial partnerships with employers and organisations in Cornwall, Devon and beyond. Their focus is on driving business-to-bus

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Return of the College’s Apprenticeship Games

The much-anticipated annual Apprenticeship Games, hosted by The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), are set to kick off this February as part of the National Apprenticeship Week. Now in its seventh consecutive year, the nationally recognised competition will see some of the best employers and businesses in the region competing alongside their apprentices, to take home the iconic torch trophy. On Wedn

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Celebrating Diversity at TCCG

Students and staff at The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) recently immersed themselves in a vibrant and action-packed week, marking a celebration of diversity as part of the college’s “Empower” programme. The week provided a unique opportunity for both students and staff to engage in meaningful conversations, broaden their perspectives and collaboratively contribute to building an inclusiv

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Principal Establishes Legacy of Educational Excellence

John Evans concludes his highly successful tenure as Principal and Chief Executive of The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) this summer, leaving behind a legacy of transformative initiatives and academic achievements. Under his dynamic leadership, TCCG has re-established itself as a leading educational institution, characterised by unprecedented growth and positive change across the Group. Patrick New

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College pathways for home educated students

A series of informative new virtual events, designed for home schooled students, will shed light on the range of educational opportunities available through The Cornwall College Group (TCCG). The two online events, taking place on the evening of March 13th and then again on May 9th, will give both students and parents the opportunity to learn more about the exciting Elective Home Education pro

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Celebrating Apprenticeship Excellence

The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) set out to create something truly special when it launched The Apprenticeship Games, a unique initiative highlighting the skills, enthusiasm and drive of apprentices. Launched in 2017, the Games have grown significantly in size and scope, becoming a sought-after event for regional businesses and organisations involved with apprenticeships. Hosted annually on diffe

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High-tech soil science lab secures £574k Good Growth investment

A new high-tech laboratory to help farmers, growers and horticulturalists in Cornwall manage their land and soils more sustainably and productively is being established at the Eden Project. The Centre for Excellence in Land-Based Research and Knowledge Transfer is a Cornwall College Group led bid in collaboration with the Eden Project. It is being made possible by a £574,820 investment from the C

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