Solihull College & University Centre

24/09/2026

🎨 An Art & Design student from the College who once believed higher education was beyond his reach is celebrating after securing a place at university to study Graphic Design.

🎓 Nathan Clarke, 21, has completed a five-year journey at the College, progressing from a Level 1 Art course through to Level 3, ultimately earning his place at Birmingham City University.

Read Nathan's story -

An Art & Design student from Solihull College & University Centre who once believed higher education was beyond his reach is celebrating after securing a place at university to study Graphic Design.

23/09/2026

✨ The College is proud to be ranked second in the UK in Find a Training Provider's Best Veterinary Nurse Apprenticeship Providers 2024/25 rankings, based on recent Department for Education (DfE) data.

🐾 Our Veterinary Nursing Apprenticeship helps practices develop a skilled, dedicated workforce, whether by upskilling existing staff or recruiting new talent, supporting both business growth and staff retention.

🎓 This year, ten apprentices in the cohort achieved distinctions in their End Point Assessment (EPA) with Lantra, reflecting the outstanding commitment, ability and clinical expertise developed throughout the programme.

View the rankings here - https://www.findatrainingprovider.co.uk/rankings/standards/veterinary-nurse

ℹ️ For more information about the veterinary nursing apprenticeship, contact our Employer Services team on 0121 678 7181, email [email protected] or visit https://www.solihull.ac.uk/demographic/apprentices/category/animal-management-veterinary-nursing/course/veterinary-nurse-apprenticeship/

22/09/2026

🐕 Dog grooming tutor, Alice Cassell, has earned international recognition after securing second place in a prestigious dog grooming competition.

Alice competed against professional groomers from across the globe in the Pet Stylist Groom Off competition. Taking part in the competition’s Chronic Warriors category, Alice was required to complete a live groom via video, showcasing her skills on Coco, a cockerpoo.

📰 Read more -
https://www.solihull.ac.uk/news/lecturer-celebrates-international-dog-grooming-competition-success/

✂ If you're inspired by Alice's story, we have several dog grooming courses starting imminently, visit our website for details.

A talented lecturer from Solihull College & University Centre has earned international recognition after securing second place in a prestigious dog grooming competition.

18/09/2026

The College Principal and Chief Executive has launched a new book highlighting the many different pathways into leadership, challenging assumptions about who can become a senior leader and how they arrive in these roles.

Dr Rebecca Gater conceived the idea for 'Inspiring Senior Leadership in Further Education' while researching her doctoral thesis.

Find out more...

The Principal and Chief Executive of Solihull College & University Centre and Stratford-upon-Avon College has launched a new book exploring the diverse leadership journeys of senior figures from across the Further Education sector.

18/09/2026

18/09/2026

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16/09/2026

FREE* Adult DIY - Painting & Decorating course set to start next week!

🪚 Starts Wed 23rd September, 6-9pm
🗓 8-week course
📍 Woodlands Campus

Apply now! https://www.solihull.ac.uk/demographic/adult-professional/category/construction/course/diy-painting-decorating/

*Subject to eligibility criteria

16/09/2026

Last chance to secure your place on our Foundation Degree in Animal Behaviour & Welfare in partnership with Oxford Brookes University 🐶

With small class sizes, some of the best animal welfare facilities in the country, and very competitive fees, this could be your perfect route to a career working with animals.

Apply now - https://www.solihull.ac.uk/demographic/university-level-learner/category/animal-management-veterinary-nursing/course/animal-behaviour-welfare-foundation-degree-oxford-brookes/