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  • From Global Creative Career to First Class Honours: Caroline Champions Local Degree Pathways

    With an extensive international career spanning art, fashion, media and creative direction, Omagh’s Caroline Baxter celebrates earning a first-class BA (Hons) in Visual Media Arts (Film) at South West College (SWC), a milestone that has opened new creative and academic opportunities and demonstrates how lifelong learning fosters personal growth, career development and fresh beginnings.

    09 Feb 2026

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  • South West College Launches Winter Warmer Campaign with Free Breakfast Clubs Across Campuses

    South West College (SWC) has launched its Winter Warmer Campaign, introducing free Breakfast Clubs across its Enniskillen, Omagh and Dungannon campuses to support students and local families during the winter months.

    09 Feb 2026

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  • SWC Unveils 2026/27 Course Listing with Sustainable, Student-Centred Design

    South West College (SWC) has launched its brand new 2026/27 Full-Time Further Education, Higher Education and Apprenticeship Course Listing, now available to collect across all campuses or download online at www.swc.ac.uk . The guide outlines a wide range of full-time, apprenticeship and undergraduate programmes starting in September 2026.

    09 Feb 2026

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  • Accelerating Innovation: How Omagh Apprentice Adam is Driving Change in Automotive Education

    As Northern Ireland gears up to celebrate Apprenticeship Week 2026 (February 2–6), one local South West College (SWC) student is showcasing exceptional talent and dedication. Adam Kee, a Level 3 Light Vehicle Repair apprentice at Omagh campus and former pupil of Omagh High School, has been named a finalist for the prestigious NI Apprentice of the Year 2026.

    05 Feb 2026

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  • First recipients of the Jackie McDowell Distance Travel Award announced by SWC

    South West College has announced the first recipients of a bursary set up in memory of Jackie McDowell, a former manager on the Youthscape Programme and Head of Social Inclusion at the college. A total of six awards were presented to students who completed the Youthscape Plus Programme in 2024 & 2025, with Oran Quinn from Omagh being awarded the Outstanding Achievement Trophy.

    03 Feb 2026

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  • Jane Builds Engineering Career Through Higher Level Apprenticeship Route

    As part of NI Apprenticeship Week (2–6 February), South West College is highlighting the transformative impact of apprenticeships and the powerful opportunities created through strong local education and industry partnerships.

    03 Feb 2026

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  • SWC Apprenticeships Increasingly the Pathway of Choice for Young People and Employers

    As part of NI Apprenticeship Week (2–6 February), South West College is highlighting the impact of apprenticeships and the powerful opportunities created through strong local education and industry partnerships.Whether you’re finishing school, considering a career change, or looking to strengthen your workforce, SWC is highlighting the rising popularity and impact of apprenticeships.

    02 Feb 2026

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  • Student Spotlight: Tomasia da Costa Ximenes

    South West College (SWC) is proud to celebrate the achievements of graduate Tomasia da Costa Ximenes, from Dungannon whose educational journey highlights the value of exploring interests, embracing change, and progressing with confidence.

    14 Jan 2026

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  • Gold and multiple honours for SWC students at WorldSkills UK National Finals

    Students from South West College (SWC) have achieved outstanding success at the WorldSkills UK National Finals 2025, delivering exceptional performances across a range of competitive disciplines. Teagan Dorman, Odhran McCluskey, Tristan McGrath, Oudette Ferran, and Cathal Connolly secured top spots.

    14 Jan 2026

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  • Part-Time Degree Pathway Opens New Career Opportunities for Emmet

    South West College (SWC) Counselling graduate Emmet Keenan from Clogher and currently living in Armagh is celebrating a successful career change after completing the part-time Ulster University Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling Studies with SWC, highlighting the life-changing opportunities available through SWC’s part-time course provision.

    12 Jan 2026

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