South West College (SWC) is celebrating a remarkable achievement at the 2026 Open College Network (OCN) NI Learning Endeavour Awards, securing the prestigious Provider of the Year title alongside two additional accolades recognising excellence in innovation, teaching and learner success.

06 Jul 2026

A group of South West College (SWC) Commercial and Business Services students, studying programmes from Level 3 to Foundation Degree level, have returned from a life-changing international work placement in Aruba after spending two weeks gaining hands-on experience at the five-star JOIA Aruba by Iberostar through the UK Government's Turing Scheme.

06 Jul 2026

South West College has launched its 2026–2027 Part-Time Prospectus, offering an extensive range of courses for individuals looking to upskill, retrain or explore new interests while balancing work and personal commitments. The prospectus is now available to download at www.swc.ac.uk or can be collected from your nearest campus.

03 Jul 2026

NI Traineeships are a well established pathway, equipping thousands of learners with the skills, knowledge and experience to progress into employment, apprenticeships or further study. They provide learners with a dynamic and supportive route to career success.

03 Jul 2026

South West College (SWC) recently hosted its annual Celebration of Success Awards, recognising the outstanding achievements of Further Education students, apprentices and Schools Partnership pupils from across the region.

02 Jul 2026

South West College (SWC) has introduced a new all-age apprenticeship pathway in Health and Social Care, giving learners the opportunity to work, earn and gain recognised qualifications while preparing for careers in one of Northern Ireland’s most in-demand sectors.

02 Jul 2026

Three aspiring chefs from the College recently enjoyed the experience of a lifetime after finishing runners-up in the Generation Chef competition, earning a five-day, five-star culinary and hospitality tour of Northern Ireland.

01 Jul 2026

As a mum of two, I needed a course that could fit around family life, so studying part-time in the evenings at South West College was the perfect choice. I genuinely looked forward to my Monday evenings each week. It became something that was just for me – a chance to learn, meet new people and build my confidence.

01 Jul 2026

When Epifania Lara first arrived at South West College to study Business Management, she faced a challenge that many students never experience – beginning her studies with very little English.

01 Jul 2026

As work commences on the redevelopment of the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum in Enniskillen, South West College (SWC) spoke with current and past construction students gaining valuable hands-on experience on one of the island of Ireland’s most innovative projects, the new Passivhaus Leisure Centre being delivered by GRAHAM in partnership with Fermanagh and Omagh District Council.

29 Jun 2026