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09 Dec 2024
Students from the Level 3 Art and Design course at Southwark College recently took on a unique leadership role at the Hayward Gallery, where they led a series of interactive workshops and activities inspired by the current exhibition,’ Haegue Yang: Leap Year’. The event, a collaboration between the Southbank Centre and local schools, offered students a chance to explore the innovative artwork of Haegue Yang through peer-led activities.
03 Dec 2024
Southwark College has initiated a collaborative effort with the launch of Stakeholder Advisory Forums (SAFs). These forums, comprising key stakeholders from civic, community, and business organizations in Southwark and beyond, are set to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the College's curriculum and student work experience opportunities. Your involvement is crucial in this collective endeavour.
Southwark Students Participate in Industry Workshops Led by Paul Rider and University of East London
14 Nov 2024
Southwark College’s Level 3 Drama students participated in a day of industry events which included a physical theatre workshop led by the University of East London (UEL), followed by an audition simulation with professional actor, Paul Rider.
07 Nov 2024
Southwark College is proud to announce the launch of the Hotpoint Field Service Engineer Sector-Based Work Academy Programme (SWAP), offering job seekers the opportunity to develop essential skills and explore a career in appliance repair and maintenance.
28 Oct 2024
Art and Design students from the Creative Arts faculty at Southwark College had the unique opportunity to collaborate with Network Rail on a major project at Waterloo station. The project focuses on the restoration of the station's iconic Victorian roof and the development of new passenger facilities over the course of three years.
28 Oct 2024
Southwark College recently held a successful Careers Fair part of the Flying Start induction programme, transforming the College’s atrium into a space where students connected with universities and businesses to explore future opportunities. The event offered students valuable insights into different career and higher education paths, helping them make informed decisions about their next steps.
18 Oct 2024
Southwark College had the honour of hosting the Mayor of Southwark, Councillor Naima Ali, who delivered an impactful talk on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) to our student community. Principal Jane Button warmly welcomed Mayor Naima Ali, which showcased the college's commitment to addressing important social issues.
15 Oct 2024
Southwark College hosted representatives from City & Guilds, the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC), and Colleges of Excellence (CoE) of Saudi Arabia, with staff and students from both Southwark College and Lewisham Colleges taking part in the event.
26 Sep 2024
Business and IT students from Southwark College had the opportunity to meet with employees from Lloyds Banking Group in a recent industry talk. The workshop offered students an insight into opportunities and potential career paths in the banking and finance sectors.
23 Sep 2024
Southwark College hosted a lively Freshers’ Fair to welcome students ahead of the new academic year. The fair was a livey event that welcomed new and returning students with a day filled with fun activities, live music, stalls, and opportunities to learn about enrichment activities, student organisations and local businesses. It provided the perfect chance for students to get involved, make new friends, and discover everything that Southwark College has to offer.
22 Aug 2024
Southwark College is proud to celebrate the achievements of its students this year. On results day, many students received excellent grades on GCSE and Level 3 courses, paving the way for their next steps in their education journey.
09 Aug 2024
Southwark College celebrated the remarkable success of adult students in the Guy's and St Thomas' Trust Sector Work-Based Academy Programme (SWAP) at a dedicated event. The event featured motivational guest speakers and a recruitment fair offering students networking opportunities with the Health & Care Jobs Hub Team and local care providers to discuss live job vacancies and career opportunities in social care.
24 Jun 2024
Southwark College hosted its annual 16-18 Student Awards on 24 June 2024, to celebrate their exceptional efforts during their studies.
20 Jun 2024
Young learners in Southwark College came together to create unforgettable memories at the inaugural Leavers Prom 2024 to mark the end of their studies.
18 Jun 2024
Southwark College hosted its annual Student Awards on 18 June 2024, to celebrate the achievements of adult learners throughout the year.
05 Jun 2024
Students from the Dance and Drama Level 2 programmes at Southwark College recently wowed audiences with a series of unique final projects. The performances, which included three distinct plays inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's famous quote, "Not all who wander are lost” delved into themes of personal growth, resilience, and the power of friendship. Each project was meticulously designed to highlight the students' individual creativity, collaborative spirit, and unwavering dedication.
04 Jun 2024
Southwark College participated in the Better Together Expo 2024, held at Mercato Metropolitano. The event, organised by the local charity Kineara, aimed to support individuals facing challenges such as sustaining tenancies, accessing the right benefits, tackling rent arrears, and engaging with education and employment opportunities.
23 May 2024
Level 3 Drama students from Southwark College recently delivered spectacular performances of Antigone by Roy Williams as part of the Creative Arts Summer Show 2024, showcasing their talent and dedication. The play is a modern-day adaptation of the original version by Sophocles, delving into themes of war, arrogance, abuse of power, civil disobedience, love, loyalty, and the fierce pursuit of justice.
21 May 2024
Students from Southwark College's Business and IT programmes visited creative agency Cherry for an immersive workshop with industry professionals. The event provided an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience and insights into the workings of a dynamic agency.
29 May 2024
Southwark College's Student Union recently hosted an extraordinary celebration of diversity with its Culture Day event, highlighting the rich tapestry of backgrounds and traditions within the College's community. The event was a resounding success, with students and staff coming together to embrace and honour the various cultures that make Southwark College a diverse educational institution.
17 May 2024
Southwark College's Supported Learning students in the Community Enterprise and Engagement Programme recently organised a remarkable art exhibition. This exhibition was not just a showcase of their talent but a heartfelt tribute to their late peer, Mark Cotter, demonstrating their deep respect and admiration for him.
09 May 2024
Southwark College hosted a Careers Fair, bringing together students and employers to explore post-college opportunities. The event, held at the College's campus in SE1, welcomed employers from various sectors, including The Royal Opera House, NHS Foundation Trust, Metropolitan Police Service, Fire Service and Fire Cadets, The Old Vic, Project Trust and Prince’s Trust, amongst others.
08 May 2024
The Fox and Firkin hosted Southwark College's annual Creative Arts end-of-year show, which featured the musical talents of the college's Level 2 and 3 music students. The event culminated the students' hard work and dedication throughout the academic year.
02 May 2024
Southwark College welcomed representatives from the Metropolitan Police and WeAreWaterloo to speak with students and implement initiatives aimed at safeguarding students' belongings.
28 Mar 2024
Southwark College students represented the College in the Further Education (FE) Maths Challenge 2024 London final, organised by Mathematics Education Innovation (MEI). They competed against participants from nine colleges across the capital, emerging as second-place winners in all the challenge’s categories.
27 Mar 2024
Supported Learning students from Southwark College showcased their talents at the Neurodiversity Exhibition at St John's Church in Waterloo. Through their various projects, they demonstrated their skills and creativity, encouraging visitors to learn more about neurodiversity.
25 Mar 2024
The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) department at Southwark College organised a 'Mind Your Mood' wellbeing day tailored to meet the specific needs of its students. The session recognised these students' unique challenges and focused on sharing emotional wellbeing tools and information on support services available within the College and local community.
22 Mar 2024
Southwark College made a significant impact during Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024 by bringing students and staff together to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences to help change the narrative around neurodiversity.
04 Mar 2024
Southwark College students participated in mentoring sessions led by Envision. The twenty-week programme is designed to help students develop key skills, such as communication, creativity, determination and teamwork. The mentoring sessions were supported by Experian mentors and took place at Experian offices, where Business Level 1 and 2 students had the opportunity to engage in the dynamic learning experience.
26 Feb 2024
Students at Southwark College are taking part in a mental health study that aims to address the increased demand for mental health support from young people.
15 Feb 2024
Representatives from London Metropolitan University's Big Idea Challenge returned to Southwark College to deliver a workshop to our business students in preparation for the annual enterprise competition to turn their innovative ideas into a business.
14 Feb 2024
Southwark College's Supported Learning students organised a Valentine's Day pop-up event to support the Sense Charity initiative, which helps people with complex disabilities to fulfil their potential.
01 Feb 2024
Southwark College presented an unparalleled opportunity for passionate dance students to pursue their artistic aspirations while forging valuable connections with industry professionals from IRIE! dance theatre, the UK's leading dance theatre company in the African and Caribbean dance fusion field.
29 Jan 2024
Southwark College welcomed Michael Situ, Mayor of Southwark and St Giles Trust's representatives, to deliver a thought-provoking talk to students to raise awareness of County Lines and address a pressing issue affecting communities across the UK to safeguard young people in Southwark.
26 Jan 2024
Music students from Southwark College participated in an audition activity with renowned singer-songwriter Anna Ross. During the audition, the students showcased their skills by singing and playing various instruments, including the keyboard, drums, and guitar. They received valuable feedback from Anna on their performances to support their artistic development.
25 Jan 2024
Southwark College took part in the MEI Maths Challenge’s college finals at the annual competition on The Cut, showcasing the best of students’ numeracy skills.
11 Jan 2024
Young student musicians from Southwark College collaborated with Morley College Music students to deliver a live performance for Morley's Christmas production for the local community in Southwark.
11 Jan 2024
Talented students from Southwark College's Dance and Drama programmes recently culminated 2023 with a spectacular performance that left the audience in awe as part of the College's Creative Arts Winter Show.
20 Dec 2023
Southwark College Games, Animation, and VFX first and second-year students participated in the NextGen Industry Challenge 3D Modelling competition, where they competed alongside other London colleges to test their creative and technical skills.
12 Dec 2023
NHS England's Chief Pharmaceutical Officer David Webb and Pharmacy Clinical Fellow Bekki Burgoyne delivered an inspiring talk on career opportunities in pharmacy to Southwark College's students. The talk was organised as part of the NHS 75 school talks programme, a partnership between NHS England and the charity Speakers for Schools to celebrate the NHS's 75th birthday.
07 Dec 2023
Southwark College students recently put their maths skills to the ultimate test by competing in a Kahoot Maths Challenge organised by the College’s English and Maths department to provide a platform for students to showcase their maths skills in an exciting way. The challenge saw around 30 students from different courses participating either independently or in teams, enhancing their collaboration skills.
07 Dec 2023
A group of ambitious business students recently had the opportunity to see what it’s like to work at creative agency Cherry’s head office in the Southbank. Split into five groups, each one was assigned a different department to work with, giving them a taste of what each team does and the projects they undertake.
01 Dec 2023
Southwark College welcomed Munira Wilson, Member of Parliament for Twickenham, to meet young people taking part in the Get Further programme, an initiative which supports young people to secure gateway English and maths qualifications and unlock educational opportunities.
06 Nov 2023
Southwark College welcomed Loud Speaker to deliver motivational workshops to help students prepare for their future and believe in the power they hold to become successful individuals.
31 Oct 2023
As part of Black History Month, Creative Arts and Health and Social Care students at Southwark College were privileged to listen to black professionals who shared their life stories, challenges, and experiences. The theme for this year's Black History Month is 'Saluting Our Sisters,' which honours the achievements of Black women in history, including those whose contributions were ignored, ideas appropriated, and voices silenced.
25 Oct 2023
Southwark College's Supported Learning students organised a cake sale to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support, demonstrating their commitment to helping those in need and emphasising their exceptional determination and unity. The event was part of the yearly Macmillan World's Biggest Coffee Morning initiative to support individuals living with cancer.
23 Oct 2023
Southwark College invited the London Metropolitan Police to deliver a specialised interactive session to their adult students on the Business and Law course. The workshop took place as part of their course module to support student learning on ‘stop and search’ protocols carried out by the police.
19 Oct 2023
Southwark College held an HE Careers fair that offered students a constructive platform to explore their options and career paths after college. The event welcomed representatives from universities from across the UK, including Aberystwyth, Brunel University, Cardiff Metropolitan University, the University of Coventry, City University, Greenwich University, University of East London, St Martins-Camberwell, University of London, London Metropolitan University, Lincoln University, London South Bank University, Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts, and King's College, among others.
28 Sep 2023
Southwark College kicked off the academic year with a Freshers Fair to welcome it’s new and returning students, introducing them to life at college and providing access to a range of services and local organisations.
27 Jul 2023
Southwark College partnered with The Friends of Kennington Park for their annual Kennington Park Festival, a family event with outdoor entertainment for the residents of Kennington and surrounding areas.
13 Jul 2023
Celebrations took place at The Young Vic to highlight the success of Southwark College students in completing the Supported Internship Programme. Seven students participated in the programme and had the opportunity to undertake specialised and bespoke internship placements with local employers, including The Young Vic, Guy's and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, and Hilton London Bankside.
30 Jun 2023
Art & Design students showcased their most cherished work in a Visual Art Exhibition as part of their final project for the academic year. The exhibition celebrated the young talent in Southwark, including work from courses, Fashion, 3D Design, Art, and Media and was live for visitors to view over the course of three weeks as part of this year’s Southwark College’s Creative Arts Summer Show.
29 Jun 2023
Southwark College hosted this year's Student Awards Ceremony at The Unicorn Theatre to celebrate students' determination, hard work, and academic achievements. From lively music and photography to refreshments, the Student Awards was a joyous occasion, bringing together Southwark College's community and its wider support network of peers, family and friends.
27 Jun 2023
Drama students delivered a stunning performance of Lorraine Hansberry's play, A Raisin in the Sun, as part of Southwark College's Creative Arts Summer Show.
23 Jun 2023
As part of this year's Southwark College Creative Arts Summer Show, Level 3 Drama students staged a rendition of 'Our Country's Good' by British Playwright Timberlake Wertenbaker, showcasing their outstanding performance skills.
15 Jun 2023
As part of an initiative to showcase the importance of sustainability in fashion, Southwark College hosted a week-long fashion recycling workshop for students from Italy, Portugal and Turkey, as part of the Erasmus+ programme. The ‘Creative Fashion Recycling Workshop’ focused on upcycling and recycling, showing students how they can transform their old clothing, reduce waste and limit the environmental impact of their fashion purchases.
12 Jun 2023
Southwark College's Level 3 Dance students staged an incredible show with their final production of the year, 'Icons', at Canada Water Culture Space showcasing their passion for dance and ability to convey emotions through movement.
12 Jun 2023
Students studying Dance and Drama at Southwark College finished their end-of-year performance in front of a sold-out audience at its own theatre on The Cut in SE1.
30 May 2023
Southwark College’s Business and Computing students visited Cherry, a full-service healthcare creative agency for a full day of workshops with industry professionals. Over the course of the day, the students attended workshops with a range of departments such as Digital, Creative, Copy, Account Management and Human Resources.
17 May 2023
Southwark College students showcased their talent with an end-of-year live music performance at The Fox & Firkin in Lewisham. As part of Southwark College's 2023 Creative Summer Showcase, the event was student-led and featured learners from the Level 2 Diploma in Music Performance and Production course and the Level 3 UAL Diploma in Music Performance and Production course.
15 May 2023
Southwark College hosted a Careers and Jobs Fair, welcoming employers from a wide range of industries who showcased careers in their team to over 250 learners who wanted to learn more about jobs available in the local area.
21 Apr 2023
Students and teachers from Italy, Hungary, Turkey, and Spain visited Southwark College for a collective project, '21st Century Skills' to raise awareness on substance abuse as part of the Erasmus+ programme.
29 Mar 2023
Supported Learning students in the Community Engagement and Enterprise course at Southwark College, explored their creativity using different techniques and materials to create art piece and set up an exhibition to display their work.
The students work collaboratively, with their teachers to organise and curate the exhibition which included a series of paintings and sculptures created by the students inspired by artwork they have previously seen in museums and galleries in London.
27 Mar 2023
Southwark College students attended the Personal Safety Information Day, where they met representatives from Elevated Minds, Metropolitan Police, Depaul UK, Healthy Young People Southwark and Abianda, who shared their knowledge, insights, and experiences to empower young people to identify risk and manage personal safety in face to face and online social settings.
23 Mar 2023
Students at Southwark College participated in specialised careers workshops designed to raise awareness on the career pathways available in the engineering and public sectors. Industry experts, including representatives from Virgin Atlantic and London Met Police, delivered the workshops, where students heard about various options and career opportunities in their chosen fields.
09 Mar 2023
Southwark College students participated in a workshop designed to help them build public speaking skills, confidence, and resilience in preparation for their next steps into higher education and employment during National Careers Week.
09 Mar 2023
Students from Carlisle, Lewisham and Southwark Colleges attended the NCG Learner Voice Conference at Southwark College, where they discussed the importance of inclusion, having their voice heard, diversity and mental health.
02 Feb 2023
StreetDoctors and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust delivered a celebration ceremony for Health and Social Care students from Southwark College, following an eight-week education programme for young people to learn emergency lifesaving skills in an effort to support the safer communities initiative in Southwark.
23 Dec 2022
KPMG delivered an employability session to Access to Health and Social Care and Access to Science students at Southwark College. The session was geared towards enhancing interview techniques for employment and for university interviews.
22 Dec 2022
Supported Learning students from Southwark College developed business skills during the festive season by hosting a Christmas stall, selling handmade recycled Christmas Wreaths and Christmas accessories, raising up to £300 in funds for the St Johns’ Waterloo Charity.
22 Nov 2022
Following a competitive campaign, Student Union (SU) representatives for the year 2022 have been elected by the student body at Southwark College, and the results are now in. The College is pleased to announce the following new appointees:
Mary Ogundairo, Student Union President
Tia Darling-Moore, Health and Safety Officer
Fabio Sebaduka, Vice President and Welfare Officer
07 Nov 2022
Creative Arts students from Southwark College took part in a sustainable fashion project hosted by London Knitwear brand AGR in partnership with Nike. The community event, entitled A Day @ AGR HQ: CUSTOMISE > COLLABORATE > CURATE > CAPTURE, allowed young people to work with leaders, designers and creatives in the fashion industry.
02 Nov 2022
Supported Learning Students from Southwark College participated in the Twenty Thrive exhibition, celebrating 25 years of Young Vic stage shows. The exhibition was curated and designed by young creatives from Southwark and Lambeth. They worked with multi-disciplinary artists, Myah Jeffers and QianEr Jin to celebrate and explore The Young Vic's role in shaping the local community.
24 Oct 2022
Southwark College joined the fifth Colleges Week, organised by the Association of Colleges (AoC), to shine a light on all the impactful work that colleges do to build communities, boost businesses, and support individuals to be equipped with the skills they need to achieve their career ambitions. This year's celebration focused on staff, students and skills. During the week, staff and students participated in various activities to support the AoC's 'Love Our Colleges' campaign, including a live dance performance choreographed by dance students inspired by Black Culture.
22 Oct 2022
Whether it’s the Myth of Sarikiz, the legend of San Jorge and the Dragon, the treasure filled tomb of Alaric, the river that bursts out of the mountain at Fontaine de Vaucluse, the goddess Zemyna who nourished all life or Sir Lancelot and Excalibur, stories have been shared down the generations, across the centuries and through every country, community and people. Stories thrill, excite, scare, make us laugh and cry and capture our imaginations. Stories keep our cultures and identities alive, they are used to teach and educate and in our age of technology we can bring them to life in ways that were unimaginable not that long ago.
17 Oct 2022
Southwark College is supporting the Association of Colleges 'Love Our Colleges' campaign during Colleges Week to celebrate the brilliant work Further Education colleges do day in and day out to build communities, boost businesses, and support individuals achieve their career ambitions.
14 Oct 2022
Southwark College has partnered with StreetDoctors and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust to deliver an eight-week education programme, funded by Health Education England, that enables young people to learn, share and teach emergency lifesaving skills.
12 Oct 2022
New and returning students were welcomed for the new academic year with a Freshers’ Fair. The theme of this year’s event was, ‘Guess Who’ a game designed for students to participate in matching up to 20 stalls to staff members within the College.
11 Oct 2022
Southwark College kicked off the term with a Higher Education Fair to allow students to talk to university representatives, learn about degree apprenticeships and gain insight into a wide range of careers. The fair took place to help young people and mature students make an informed decision on their next steps, whether in education or employment.
02 Sep 2022
Southwark College has opened its doors for enrolment and there are limited places on courses starting this September. If you are looking to secure a place on a course or get back to education, visit our campus in SE1 to enrol.
26 Aug 2022
Southwark College is pleased to announce that students obtained top grades on their A-Levels and BTECs this year, while celebrations also took place across the College as students achieved top grades on GCSEs results day. Many BTEC students achieved the highest results possible, receiving three distinction stars. A record number of A-Level students also celebrated success in attaining top marks in their exams.
11 Aug 2022
Southwark College opened its doors to the public with its renowned atrium transformed into a stage for the Young Vic’s performance ‘Of The Cut’.
22 Jul 2022
ESOL Business and Finance students at Southwark College prepared, advertised and sold homemade food and snacks as their final project.
14 Jul 2022
Students in the Supported Internship Programme at Southwark College gathered with friends and family at Hilton Bankside to celebrate their outstanding achievements this past year, with most interns securing permanent employment across the hospitality, health and social care and creative arts sectors.
12 Jul 2022
Southwark College hosted an end-of-year celebratory brunch and award ceremony for Access to Higher Education students to commemorate a year of hard-work, success, teamwork, and achievements.
05 Jul 2022
The British Red Cross visited Southwark College to present a certificate to our Supported Learning students which acknowledged their work done to help raise money for the Ukraine Crisis Appeal.
27 Jun 2022
Creative Arts students from Southwark College produced a stunning exhibit as part of their final project to commemorate the completion of the academic year, which was open to the wider student body, staff, and the public.
24 Jun 2022
Southwark College has hosted its first Law and Policing event this week at the College's Employability Hub, allowing its diverse student body to meet with leading figures in the policing and legal community.
20 Jun 2022
Southwark College held its annual Student Awards last week to recognise and celebrate the perseverance, hard work and dedication of our students who have demonstrated exceptional behaviour, effort and values during their course.
07 Jun 2022
Dance students at Southwark College put on ‘Dance Through Time’ performance for a live audience as part of their end-of-year assessments.
25 May 2022
Southwark College welcomed employers from various industries to a Careers & Jobs Fair to create opportunities for 16-18 and adult students and help them reach their next steps after college.
24 May 2022
The eagerly anticipated Creative Arts summer show took place at the established south London music venue and pub, The Fox and Firkin. To celebrate the end of the academic year, Music students performed live as a part of their final project.
23 May 2022
Drama students at Southwark College produced and performed an adaptation of the 1977 play ‘Once a Catholic’ by Mary O’Malley as a part of their final project assessment in front of an audience of friends, family, and some invited guests from the performing arts industry.
23 May 2022
Southwark College hosted a week-long activity agenda as a part of a Virtual Classroom UK Mobility Programme supported by the Erasmus+ programme. Students and staff participated in the programme intended to take an exploratory approach in which students were able to solve real-life maths problems that they did not have the immediate methods of resolution for to help them build and deepen their understanding of concepts, representations, procedures, and other mathematical ideas.
06 May 2022
Business students from Southwark College were announced as the Grand Champions in the annual Big Idea Challenge final, one of the biggest entrepreneurial competitions for young people in London.
04 May 2022
Southwark College hosted a Student Conference centred around the theme of respect. The event organised by the Student Parliament welcomed special guests to a panel discussion, including Southwark Mayor, Councillor Barrie Hargrove, NUS FE (Further Education) Vice President Salsabil Elmegri, Student Governor Cheffon White-Mcleod and Head of Sales FE at Native, Tony Payne, who shared their views on whether respect should be earned or given.
25 Mar 2022
Maths students represented Southwark College in the Further Education (FE) Maths Challenge London final organised by Mathematics Education Innovation (MEI). The group of students competed against colleges from across the capital, winning first place in the Go Forth category.
23 Mar 2022
Southwark College welcomed employers and universities to a Careers and Higher Education Fair during National Careers Week 2022 to support 16-18 and adult students in preparing for their next steps.
11 Mar 2022
Southwark College is proud to share the news that we have received a rating of ‘Good’ from Ofsted following a full inspection of NCG colleges in January.
07 Mar 2022
Southwark College, along with our colleagues across NCG, are saddened and deeply troubled by the ongoing invasion of Ukraine, and we stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and support their right to peace, freedom and sovereignty. Our thoughts are with all those affected by the conflict, both the brave Ukrainian citizens seeking shelter and safety, and the Russian citizens taking a stand against the actions of their government.
01 Mar 2022
Students on the Extended Diploma in Art & Design students in the Fashion programme created garments using everyday objects as part of the sustainability project ‘Another Story’.
28 Feb 2022
Southwark College marked LGBTQ+ History Month with a series of activities and events organised to create spaces where students can express their thoughts, get creative and celebrate throughout the month.
21 Feb 2022
Southwark College marked the annual celebration of National Apprenticeship Week by hosting an Apprenticeships Fair in the College's Employability Hub where employers from in and around Southwark came together to provide insights into Apprenticeships and highlight how this nationally recognised qualification can help build the future workforce and support the local community into training and employment.
04 Feb 2022
Business students at Southwark College joined representatives from London Metropolitan University this week to participate in a workshop designed to empower students and encourage entrepreneurship to help them generate and develop their ideas into a powerful business model to enter the Big Idea Challenge start-up competition.
17 Jan 2022
Southwark College has introduced a new Music Technology course starting in February. This practical course is designed for adults looking to gain new skills and get hands-on with the latest software the industry has to offer.
15 Dec 2021
Students at Southwark College held their first parliamentary meeting following the election of the new Students’ Union officers.
02 Dec 2021
Supported Learning students at Southwark College have launched a new horticultural project in the borough to create a new green communal space for young people in the community to enjoy.
19 Nov 2021
Southwark College Art and Design student Clive Pickersgill-Lewis' artwork has been selected for the Royal Academy Summer Show. The young artist, also known as Baba, will be exhibiting his piece ‘Midnight Celebration’ alongside artwork produced by renowned and upcoming artists from across Europe at the Royal Academy of Arts until 2 January 2022.
04 Nov 2021
Staff and students at Southwark College participated in a range of events and activities during Colleges Week to support the Association of Colleges' 'Love Our Colleges' campaign and celebrate the brilliant work Further Education colleges do to build communities, boost business, and support individuals achieve their career ambitions.
04 Nov 2021
Southwark College celebrated Black History Month with a series of events, activities and trips to highlight the achievements and contributions of Black people to society and encourage staff and students to share what they are ‘Proud to be’.
25 Oct 2021
Southwark College hosted a Youth Opportunities Fair and Community Open Day this week to help young people take their next steps and introduce them to employment and training opportunities in the area as well as courses available at the College.
17 Oct 2021
Southwark College is celebrating Colleges Week in support of the Love Our Colleges national campaign to increase funding for Further Education institutions with a range of activities and events, including a Community Open Day on Wednesday 20 October, from 12pm - 4pm to help connect people in Southwark with local organisations and employers.
05 Oct 2021
Southwark College hosted its first Higher Education Fair of the new term to showcase the different programmes on offer to help young people and mature students in Southwark plan for their next step.
01 Oct 2021
Southwark College Freshers’ Fair took place this week to welcome new and returning students to the College and help them get a feel of college life.
02 Sep 2021
Get ready for your future
Are you considering a career in the world of Science? Southwark College offers a range of innovative A-Level and vocational programmes to help you access career opportunities in this increasingly important sector.
31 Aug 2021
Young people from across Southwark borough left an Employment event with new jobs this week after signing up to the government’s new Kickstart scheme.
24 Aug 2021
Secure your place for courses starting this September
Southwark College Open Enrolment is now on so if you are still looking to get on a course starting this September, visit our campus in SE1 to secure your place.
20 Aug 2021
Southwark College hosted a careers event this week in partnership with Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust at the College’s employability hub to help people in the borough learn more about the different career options and pathways into employment available in the health sector.
12 Aug 2021
Students at Southwark College are celebrating their GCSE results today, having been awarded top grades in their subjects.
10 Aug 2021
Southwark College is celebrating record results this year with more students achieving top grades at the central London college and an increase in overall pass grades for both A-Levels and vocational qualifications.
In addition to the A-Level success, a record number of students collected their BTEC results, with many achieving three distinction stars – the highest results possible.
02 Jul 2021
Southwark College Drama students performed Peter Pan at Southwark College to a limited, socially distanced audience of staff and a professional recording of the piece was taken to be shared with the learners’ family and friends.
28 Jun 2021
Drama students from Southwark College created a full-scale production of Chekov’s famous Vaudevilles for their end of year show this year, performing to a small, socially distanced live audience of family and friends.
07 Jun 2021
English and Maths students at Southwark College celebrated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) with a series of projects highlighting the importance of diversity in their lives.
03 Jun 2021
Southwark College offers a range of free Level 3 courses for adults under the new government-supported Lifetime Skills Guarantee. The scheme provides adults with the opportunity to expand their skill set, upskill or change career.
27 May 2021
Art and Business departments at Southwark College came together to celebrate Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) with an Art Therapy session and a photographic and painting exhibition put together by Business and Art and Design students.
26 May 2021
Southwark College has announced a new partnership with record label Anjunabeats. Through this collaboration, work experience placements were set up for Music Performance and Production students where they had the opportunity to learn about the day-to-day running of an international record company, network with influential figures and see the diverse range of careers available within this field.
21 May 2021
Performing Arts students at Southwark College set up an exhibition to raiseawareness of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). They designed an art display and a live dance performance reflecting their backgrounds, heritage and culture.
26 Apr 2021
Supported Learning students took part in a six-week workshop led by Young Vic actors to step out of their comfort zone and learn more about work and career opportunities in the performing arts sector.
01 Apr 2021
Southwark College collaborated with schools from Italy, Spain and Poland to deliver a series of online activities as part of the Erasmus+ programme throughout February and March. This programme enables student exchanges between educational institutions in Europe.
12 Mar 2021
During the COVID-19 pandemic, two-thirds of young people in the UK have reported a deterioration in their mental health during the lockdown. Students from Southwark College have responded to this by setting up a weekly wellness club to improve students’ mental health.
04 Mar 2021
Southwark College will be hosting a series of events next week to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2021, and join the campaign for equality, highlight women’s achievements in a range of sectors and raise awareness of the issues women face in the modern world.
01 Mar 2021
As part of National Careers Week 2021, Southwark College has launched a new series of live expert-hosted interactive online careers sessions, to inspire people from all backgrounds to consider jobs in sectors across London.
15 Feb 2021
Students enrolled on the AAT Access Award in Accounting Software course celebrated fantastic results. All learners passed the external accounting exam in their first attempt, giving Southwark College a 100% pass rate.
12 Feb 2021
As National Apprenticeship Week comes to an end, Southwark College is celebrating a packed week of events and activities that showcased the impact apprenticeships to hundreds of people who live in the borough.
11 Feb 2021
Job seekers and employers were brought together for a virtual jobs and apprenticeships fair this week, helping local residents in Southwark to access employment opportunities and apprenticeships currently available across London.
03 Feb 2021
During National Apprenticeship Week Southwark College in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will host a Virtual Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair on Tuesday 9 February to help local people into Apprenticeships or employment.
02 Feb 2021
Southwark College will be running a series of online events to celebrate National Apprenticeships Week 2021 from Monday 8 to 14 February. The events will include Virtual Roadshows and a Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair to spread the word about apprenticeships and the many benefits these recognised qualifications offer.
28 Jan 2021
Southwark College has launched a new ‘Step-Up’ course for 16-18-year-olds who are looking to get back into education and training. Starting this term, this exciting new course is designed to prepare students for higher-level training or apprenticeships in vocational areas that are in high demand by employers.
18 Jan 2021
Southwark College Performing Arts students Janaya Jackson-Williams and Mohamed Kamara have successfully auditioned for Young Creatives 2021. This renowned programme offers young people the unique opportunity to learn from industry professionals and showcase their talent to the public.
14 Jan 2021
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Southwark College are piloting a new Civil Service Sector-based Work Academy Programme (SWAP) in the Borough, one of four providers in the South London District to support local people into work within the Civil Service.
15 Dec 2020
Students at Southwark College elected their new Student Union (SU) representatives following a competitive election campaign. The results are now in, and the College is proud to announce the new appointees:
- Bill Worboyes, President
- Horreja Faye, Vice President and Welfare Officer
- Oliver Lee, Equality and Diversity Officer
- Yordan Hristov, Clubs and Societies Officer
- Morteza Echresh, Entertainments Officer
08 Dec 2020
Southwark College welcomed YouTuber and filmmaker Jack Cole to deliver a talk to Media students and share his journey on becoming a video creator and give an insight of the type of roles available in the video production industry.
02 Dec 2020
Southwark College has introduced a new Foundation Diploma in Art and Design course accredited by the University of the Arts (UAL) starting in January 2021. This intensive programme is designed to help learners widen their skills to prepare them for work or progression to specialist art and design studies at university or art college.
23 Nov 2020
Southwark College welcomed professional actor Paul Rider to co-host an audition panel for Level 3 Performing Arts students. The group of learners are studying the employability unit of their course to prepare for applications to drama schools, real-world auditions and interviews.
18 Nov 2020
Southwark College celebrated Maths Week 2020 with a range of workshops, competitions and free access to the Stick and Split app for students and staff which helps to strengthen understanding of multiplication, division, multiples and factors.
09 Nov 2020
Southwark College celebrated Black History Month to commemorate events in the African Diaspora and the contributions they have made to Britain and the world. The College hosted events throughout October and offered a space to explore Black history, casting an eye on where the past has taken Black realities in the current day.
05 Nov 2020
Southwark College is looking forward to welcoming prospective students to the next Virtual Open Days events, where they will get a flavour of student life at the College.
26 Oct 2020
Southwark College is proud to join National Care Leavers’ Week, which takes place from 26 October to 1 November to celebrate the successes of care leavers across the UK.
19 Oct 2020
Southwark College will be joining the Association of Colleges (AoC) ‘Love Our Colleges’ campaign this Colleges Week to shine a light on all the impactful work that colleges do day in and day out to build communities, boost businesses, and support individuals to be appropriately equipped with the skills and training they need to achieve their ambitions.
21 Aug 2020
Southwark College students celebrate excellent grades in English and Maths with some truly fantastic stories of individual success in what has been a challenging year.
17 Aug 2020
Many applicants have contacted us ahead of GCSE results day on Thursday concerned that their results might not reflect their original predicted grades. We will be accepting Centre Assessed Grades (CAGs) and all current offer holders who are aged 16-18 and collecting their GCSEs on Thursday will be guaranteed the place they deserve at Southwark College.
13 Aug 2020
Results day has arrived at Southwark College following an unprecedented year of study. Vocational students received their results on Thursday 13 August, marking the first year they collected them digitally.
12 Jun 2020
Southwark College held the first of its live virtual events, hosting a series of Open Days online for young people and adults to find out more about the College and access course advice and guidance during the lockdown.
21 May 2020
Southwark College has partnered with Fika mental fitness to bring the Fika: Student Skills app this Mental Health Awareness Week to help students and staff stay motivated, productive, focused and connected during this unusual time.
18 May 2020
Southwark College proved that its community continues to thrive even during the lockdown as students and staff gathered for a virtual assembly on Thursday, 14 May.
02 Mar 2020
The Erasmus Exchange, an annual student exchange programme took place at Southwark College last week.
17 Feb 2020
National Apprenticeship Week 2020 began at Southwark College with staff from the College's Apprenticeships team heading out to schools and organisations delivering MythBuster sessions.
14 Feb 2020
Southwark College celebrated Valentine's Day a couple of days early on 12 February, hosting a Personality Contest with live music.
12 Feb 2020
To help students gain invaluable life skills, the Duke of Edinburgh Award will be available at Southwark College for students to take part in.
30 Jan 2020
College is more than studying, it’s getting involved in the topics that matter. Southwark College students organised an event as part of their Business course to raise awareness on Knife Crime in London.
07 Nov 2019
Southwark College Business students got a unique insight into the banking industry when they visited Barclays Bank in Canary Wharf on 28 October.
07 Nov 2019
BUSINESS STUDENTS RAISE £200 WITH CHARITY BAKE SALE!
Learners on our BTEC Business Level 3 Extended Diploma showed off their selling, marketing, and organisational skills when they took part in the Macmillan World’s Biggest Coffee Morning on 25 September 2019. The team of students worked tirelessly to plan, organise and run the coffee morning, which took place in the Atrium and succeeded in raising £200 for Macmillan – a charity which supports people with cancer.
18 Oct 2019
Last week seven of our BTEC Level 3 fashion students visited Kielce in Poland as part of an Erasmus+ project looking at role models and democracy.
11 Oct 2019
College is about so much more than studying, as learners found out at Southwark College’s Freshers’ Fair on 9 October.
13 Sep 2019
Southwark College Media students got a great taster of professional life when they became production crew for a promotional film to showcase the talents of up-and-coming musicians Nikita Bassi and Ajit Gill.
09 Sep 2019
Southwark College staff were in place nice and early to assist and welcome our new students to their induction sessions.
29 Aug 2019
If you’re looking to kickstart your career, it’s not too late to enrol for a course at Southwark College which could launch you on your way. The College – which is ranked no. 3 in London – is open for Enrolment until 7 September for courses starting the week commencing 9 September.
22 Aug 2019
Southwark College students have scooped great results in their GCSE exams, opening the door for further study and employment.
19 Aug 2019
Indeya Ramgoolam, 20, from Brockley (and a mother of one) enrolled on the Access to Teaching course at Southwark College last September. She applied herself to the course and managed to achieve a raft of distinctions, meaning that she has achieved the best results possible in her qualification.
06 Aug 2019
Programmes that nurture imagination and ambition can help re-establish the arts as a transformative force, says Robert West.
05 Jul 2019
After a tough final year, our higher education and access students gathered together for our graduation ceremony on Thursday 4 July.
24 Jun 2019
Thursday 20 June saw the pinnacle of a year’s work for Art, Media and Fashion students at Southwark College.
This annual event showcases the work of creative students who all play a role in organising the event, producing the work for display, as well as promoting and servicing the opening night and the subsequent exhibition.
17 Jun 2019
Governors, staff and local partners came together for a very special event on Monday 10 June: the official launch of Southwark College.
The launch was celebrated with an evening drinks reception attended by Councillor Peter John OBE, Leader of Southwark Council
17 May 2019
The Deputy Mayor of Planning, Regeneration and Skills Jules Pipe CBE visited Southwark College today as part of Love Our College’s week, a national campaign by the Association of Colleges to promote the good work that colleges do across the country.
17 May 2019
Media students got an insight into what it’s like to work as a location manager when Joel Holmes, who works on the hit ITV drama series Liar, visited Southwark College.
01 May 2019
Southwark College students showed great creativity when they took part in a three-day workshop at the Royal Academy of Engineering, hosted by Queen Mary’s University London (QMUL).
05 Apr 2019
Performing arts students at Southwark College showed off their talents on 2 and 3 April when they put on three performances of the George Orwell classic, Animal Farm in the theatre space at Southwark.
14 Mar 2019
Southwark College has announced the appointment of a new Principal, marking an exciting new era for the institution.
Annette Cast, who was previously Pro Vice-Chancellor and Dean of the College of Professional Services and Student Experience, took up the post of Principal of Southwark College on 4 March.
06 Dec 2018
Lewisham and Southwark Colleges have new Principals at the helm following a double appointment.
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