College News

Mix Up! Human Rights Debate

Recently, students at Gower College Swansea were offered a unique opportunity to participate in MixUp!, a digital platform initiative, to debate a series of topics with each event focusing on a specific theme. They engaged with peers from the Netherlands, Finland, France, Italy, Portugal and Spain. This month’s topic was Human Rights, chosen to coincide with the Anniversary of the Declaration of Human Rights, which was signed by the UN on 10th December 1948 to prevent atrocities of the Holocaust ever happening again.  

Energybuild Ltd achieves £1.2 million annual benefit through fully funded training

A partnership between Gower College Swansea and Energybuild Ltd has delivered impressive operational and financial results, showcasing the impact of Business Improvement Techniques (BIT) qualifications on operational efficiency, cost savings and productivity.

College in the running for Diversity and Inclusion prize

Gower College Swansea is delighted to have made the shortlist for the Apprenticeship and Training Awards 2026, in the Diversity and Inclusion category.

Taith-Funded Work Experience at DreamHack Stockholm

Gower College Swansea’s Esports Department had the opportunity to attend DreamHack Stockholm again in 2025, taking eight learners to gain meaningful work experience within the esports industry and exposure to international practice. 

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.

It also aims to raise their aspirations and awareness of the wide range of educational and career pathways available to them within the creative industries.

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.