The college aims to turn the campus into a 'technical and vocational training centre of excellence'.
Telford College announced that its Haybridge Campus in Wellington, Shropshire, will be transformed into a “technical and vocational training centre of excellence”.
The planned upgrade includes a new student hub, an expansion to the engineering workshop, improved hair and beauty training facilities, and a new restaurant.Telford College’s principal and chief executive Graham Guest said: “This reconfiguration is part of an ambitious strategic plan which will elevate Telford College to new levels.”
The investment is part of the college’s wider expansion, which includes a new maths and digital skills hub, which is due to open in Telford’s Station Quarter in September.A new sixth form centre is also scheduled to open in the autumn next year and will introduce new A-levels, including theatre studies and politics.
“We are building a unique and ambitious alliance between industry and education to raise everyone’s aspirations and support local employers to develop the sort of workforce they require," Mr Guest added.
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