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Gower College Swansea receives prestigious Princess Royal Training Award at ceremony in London

Yesterday, Tuesday 2 December, Gower College Swansea  formally received an esteemed Princess Royal Training Award 2025, in recognition of its Transforming Wellbeing at Work initiative.

Designed in consultation with staff and led by Vice Principal of People and Wellbeing, Sarah King, the programme introduced a three-part approach to menopause awareness across the organisation which included clinical expertise from leading specialists at Newson Health, organisation-wide awareness training and the use of Balance+, a pioneering app which helps staff track and manage symptoms.

Students explore creative and visual arts careers

Gower College Swansea students have had an amazing opportunity to meet with employers and artists during the annual Design 48 showcase.

Held at the Gorseinon and Llwyn y Bryn campuses, Design 48 was developed by the College in partnership with Rachael Wheatley of Waters Creative with the aim of inspiring learners and boosting their employability skills.

Gower College Swansea appoints Paul Kift as new Principal

Gower College Swansea is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Kift as its new Principal.

A former student of the College’s Gorseinon Campus, Paul has a long and successful history with Gower College Swansea, having first joined as a Director, then becoming Vice Principal and now taking up the position of Principal.

Before joining the College, Paul held senior management roles in the private and public sector, having worked in roles for Capital Law and Cardiff and Vale College.

Gower College Swansea marks White Ribbon Day with week-long awareness activities

Gower College Swansea is proud to support White Ribbon Day 2025, joining the national movement to end violence against women and girls. This year’s theme, We Speak Up, encourages men and boys to take positive action by challenging harmful attitudes, calling out unacceptable behaviour, and promoting a culture of respect.

Sketty Hall Business School to welcome CBI Wales

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Wales has opened its South West Wales office at Gower College Swansea’s Sketty Hall Business School, further strengthening the links between business and education in the region.

A celebration for our 2025 Higher Education graduates

Over 180 higher education (HE) students from Gower College Swansea have marked their academic achievements at a special graduation ceremony at the Swansea Building Society Arena. 

The graduates were there to celebrate completing a wide range of higher-level courses including advice and guidance, computing and technology, law and criminology, leadership and management, built environment and marketing.  

Gower College Swansea winning team heading to ‘Oscars’ of the teaching profession

The Esports team from Gower College Swansea will soon be heading to London for the ‘Oscars’ of the teaching profession.

Former students play key role in Gorseinon redevelopment

Many former students return to Gower College Swansea later in life. Some enrol on part-time evening classes to retrain or pick up a new hobby, while others find themselves walking through the door as parents looking to enrol their children on full-time courses.  

But for Owen Rees and Luc Blackmore, it’s a little different again. Both former learners have returned to play a vital role in the £20.6 million redevelopment of the Gorseinon Campus.

Owen is an Associate Director at AtkinsRéalis, a world-class design and engineering services company.

Former student inspires next generation of actors

As part of the College's ongoing Enterprise activities, we were thrilled to welcome back former student Lucy Quick to lead a masterclass and Q&A with current learners at the Gorseinon Campus.

Since studying A Level Drama at the College, Lucy’s career has thrived. Originally training in Musical Theatre, she worked on several West End productions before co-founding her own business – Perform – where she is now Principal.

Gower College Swansea recognised with Beacon Commended Status

Gower College Swansea has achieved Beacon Commended Status in the 2025/26 AoC Beacon Awards, which celebrate excellence and innovation across UK further education.

The College has been recognised for its sector-leading Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, which has delivered measurable impact for learners and staff. Since 2019, the Wellbeing Team has grown from eight to 28 specialists, making wellbeing a structural priority. Learner participation has risen from 3,158 to 9,530, and staff engagement has increased by 304%.