High achieving local man Ciaran McKerr from Lurgan, has graduated with First-Class Honours in the Ulster University BSc (Hons) in Social Work. Ciaran hailed South West College for their outstanding support, expressing that it has made an enormous difference to his life and career prospects. Following two successful years studying at South West College (SWC) Ciaran completed his programme at Ulster University’s Magee Campus.  

17 Aug 2021

In partnership with South West College (SWC), Oakleaf Contracts, a local company based in Magherafelt, will open its doors to host a recruitment open evening on Thursday 19 August 7-9pm for prospective students to find out more about becoming a dry lining apprentice.   

13 Aug 2021

South West College (SWC) Level 3 Site Carpentry apprentice Luke Emery was crowned the coveted 2021 ‘Apprentice Award’ winner at the Federation of Master Builder Awards (FMB) after showcasing craftsmanship excellence and praised South West College and Lowry Building & Civil Engineering for their amazing support and encouragement throughout his career.  

11 Aug 2021

College confirms role as project partner on €6.4 million cross border programme to install new public charging network.  South West College has recently been announced as one of seven programme partners on a new initiative designed to increase access to public charging infrastructure for Electric Vehicles in a bid to encourage reduced carbon emissions. 

10 Aug 2021

Collaborating to support the recovery of the retail sector, the six Further Education Colleges in NI, supported by the Department for the Economy’s ‘Retail Recovery’ programme, will kick start bespoke training this month with a series of webinars on support available, accessing finance and people management. 

05 Aug 2021

South West College have officially received the keys of their brand new, state-of-the-art motor vehicle workshop on the Gortin Road, Omagh. The workshop features the latest diagnostic and mechanical equipment available within the Motor Vehicle Industry, and facilities for training in EBS braking, active suspension systems, ADAS steering systems and engine horsepower testing. 

29 Jul 2021

Athletes, sports teams and individuals of all ages and abilities can feel inspired as the Tokyo Summer Olympic Games and Paralympic Games kick off on 23 July. The importance of sport and the positive impact on our wellbeing will be reinforced, helping to motivate people to get active.  

23 Jul 2021

South West College is inviting the public to participate in new survey examining driving behaviors and attitudes to Electric Vehicles (EVs)

08 Jul 2021

The outstanding achievements of Aliyah Black from South West College in Dungannon were celebrated on 7th July 2021 as she was awarded the prestigious Gold BTEC Award for Child, Health and Social Care Learner of the Year 2021.

08 Jul 2021

South West College have recently launched their 2021/22 course listings which for the first time have been printed using Carbon Balanced Paper as part of their sustainability strategy. As a result, the College have reduced their carbon impact and balanced the equivalent of 1,118kg of carbon dioxide, which will enable The World Land Trust to protect 782 square metres of critically threatened tropical forest. 

07 Jul 2021