South West College

01/06/2026

Another truly inspirational exhibition opened in our Erne campus last Thursday. Students from the Level 3 Art & Design Practice and Foundation Diploma in Art & Design &Media Practice courses put on a fabulous display of Fine Art Painting, Textiles, Sculpture and much more. It was clear to see each of the students has a very brightly coloured future ahead.

We wish them well whether they're are returning to SWC for higher study or moving onto art college. The exhibition comes to a close this evening.

Thinking of pursuing a future in the Creative Arts? Applications are open for courses starting this September https://swc.pulse.ly/toqzt0cnyb

01/06/2026

Full 'Oscars' glamour was the theme for last Friday's Level 3 Creative Media - Film Night. The Art Deco backdrop of the Westville Hotel in Enniskillen set the scene for what was to be a celebration of all the students hard work over the year. The audience of friends, family and staff were blown away by the stories they viewed on the night. We're all very proud of the work the students presented but also the organisation of the event itself...a multi-talented bunch!

Are you interested in a career in film and television production? Applications are open for courses starting this September > www.swc.ac.uk/creativemedia

01/06/2026

🌍✈️ Future tour guides in action!

Our Travel & Tourism students recently took on the role of tour guides at the Ulster American Folk Park, gaining hands-on experience and building skills for exciting careers across the tourism industry.

Ready to explore where this course could take you? 🌎

📚 Apply now for September! https://swc.pulse.ly/jcd0yqr8mh

01/06/2026

A huge well done to our SWC apprentices who competed in the UK Worldskills IMI Skills Competition National Qualifiers for Automotive Technology at the Delphi Academy, Leamington Spa.

Competing against apprentices from across the UK, they demonstrated their skills in high-voltage systems, body electrical systems, advanced diagnostics, and hydrogen-powered vehicle braking systems.

Special congratulations to SWC winners on the day:
Omagh Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Apprentices Aaron Kelly, who achieved second place while representing employer Finbar Kelly, and Mackenzie Dickson, who secured third place while representing employer Matthew McKeown.

Aaron and Mackenzie may now have the opportunity to progress to the WorldSkills UK National Finals later in 2026.

A sincere thank you to Matthew McKeown for supporting the apprentices throughout the competition and assisting with their training, and to Jonny Devlin for delivering refresher training on high-voltage systems ahead of the event.

30/05/2026

The digital and creative technology sectors are booming, Interest in Dark Room & Film photography as an art-form is on the rise, capturing the attention of our talented students who proudly showcase their work in our Omagh campus LRC for their final darkroom project.

Don't miss your chance to see this incredible exhibition, which will be in place until Tuesday 2nd June.

Think you'd like to give it a go yourself?

The OCN NI Level 3 Award is a highly flexible, practical evening course designed to give you professional-grade skills without demanding full-time hours.

Whether you want to master traditional film photography in a darkroom or craft powerful narratives through text, this course provides the technical foundation needed to thrive in the modern graphic, design, and media industries.

Applications are now open>
https://swc.pulse.ly/folwsjugol

29/05/2026

Need skilled Computing students to help close your digital skills gap?

South West College (SWC) can connect your business with ambitious Higher Level Apprentices (HLAs) studying Computing — giving you access to emerging talent while they gain real industry experience.

Our FREE employer support package includes:
🌟 Dedicated employer support
🌟 FREE job adverts promoted through SWC channels
🌟 Expert advice on recruiting Computing HLAs
🌟 Guidance from application through to securing your apprentice

Our HLA students can bring fresh skills and ideas to your business.

Arrange your FREE advice session today!

Contact Noreen McGirr, Head of Apprenticeships:
📧 [email protected]
📞 07734 281026

29/05/2026

This year’s exhibition, Merge, celebrates the coming together of ideas, disciplines, and creative voices. SWC students and staff are delighted to invite you to our End of Year Exhibition, marking the culmination of the creative journeys of our graduating students of 2026, while also providing an exciting opportunity for our first-year students to publicly showcase their work.

Merge reflects the collective spirit of our students, highlighting how diverse talents, perspectives, and creative practices come together and evolve. Featuring work from students across all years currently studying Art, Design and Creative Media at the college, the exhibition showcases a wide range of digital, traditional, and lens-based work, celebrating the talent, experimentation, and innovation developed throughout the academic year.

The exhibition opens on 2nd June at 6:00pm and runs through to 9th June. The exhibition will take place in the SWC Student Cafeteria, Dungannon Campus.
Interested in studying Art, Design and Creative Media at the college?

Applications are now open for courses starting this September > https://swc.pulse.ly/crfik9mmca

29/05/2026

SWC Celebrates Success at SkillBuild NI Regional Qualifier Competition 2026 // Omagh Level 3 Plumbing apprentice Tristan McGrath secured Gold in the Plumbing competition, while SWC Enniskillen Level 3 Plastering apprentices Peter Bryant achieved Silver and Matthew Sloan took Bronze in the Plastering competition and may have the opportunity to represent Northern Ireland in the SkillBuild UK national final held 17-19 November 2026 in Milton Keynes. Read the full story > https://swc.pulse.ly/qv7zczljzr

29/05/2026

Are you considering a course that could lead Into a career such as Nursing, Paramedic Science, Social Work or beyond?

In only one year of study, you, like many of our past students, could be considering your UCAS offers for the career of your dreams with the HNC in Healthcare Practice.

Applications are open now. Apply today!
https://swc.ac.uk/courses/pearson-btec-level-4-higher-national-certificate-in-healthcare-practice-integrated-health-and-social-care-1-year-programme-fast-track-2

South West College is at the heart of the communities of Tyrone and Fermanagh. These two counties and their people have a long and proud history of both national and international interaction. The College is physically represented at campuses in Cookstown, Dungannon, Enniskillen, and Omagh.

29/05/2026

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗮 𝗢’𝗡𝗲𝗶𝗹𝗹 ⭐
After studying Business Administration Skills at South West College’s Dungannon campus, Teresa is now building her career with Lloyds Banking Group.

Teresa credits her time at SWC with helping her grow in confidence, develop valuable workplace skills, and achieve things she never thought possible.

Read Teresa’s story here: 👉https://swc.pulse.ly/tlrvfyxred