Sam uses humour to open up menopause conversations

A lecturer at @BordersCollege is helping to open up conversations about the menopause after publishing a new book designed to help men better understand and…

Students raise awareness of Parkinson’s through hospitality project

Students from the Find Your Vibe programme at @BordersCollege recently welcomed members of the Borders Parkinson’s Group to campus for an informative and inspiring awareness…

Students and Staff Celebrate Success at Lantra Scotland ALBAS 2026 Awards

@BordersCollege students and staff are celebrating an outstanding night of success at the Lantra Scotland ALBAS 2026 Awards, with multiple winners and runners-up recognised across…

College staff build skills in sustainable construction through fabric first training

@BordersCollege is continuing its commitment to low‑carbon, high‑performance building practices, with staff members Colin Waddell and Greg Steel recently completing the acclaimed Fabric First Training…

MSP visit celebrates apprenticeship success

Christine Grahame MSP recently visited @BordersCollege as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week, meeting apprentices and staff to learn more about the vital role the College…

College welcomes Minister for Higher and Further Education, Ben Macpherson

@BordersCollege was delighted to recently welcome the Minister for Higher and Further Education, Ben Macpherson, to its Scottish Borders Campus. The visit recognised the vital…

Male lecturer Sam advocates for menopause awareness

A @BordersCollege lecturer is helping to change the conversation around menopause by encouraging men to better understand and support the women in their lives and…

Borders College sets out six-strategy roadmap to deliver ambitious Vision 2030

Borders College has unveiled a comprehensive set of strategies designed to strengthen learner success, support regional skills and fuel economic growth as part of its…

Award-winning student Bernadette launches travel venture

A @BordersCollege business student is celebrating an exciting career milestone after successfully launching her own travel business, following a year of hands-on learning, industry experience…

College hits major climate milestone

@BordersCollege has reached its goal of halving its climate-change-causing greenhouse gas emissions by 2025. The College’s outgoing Sustainability Strategy for 2020-2025 included a target to…

Borders College stars shine as ALBAS 2026 finalists announced

@BordersCollege is celebrating a fantastic achievement after five members of its learning community were announced as finalists for the Lantra Scotland ALBAS 2026 Awards, which…

Applications are now open for courses starting in August 2026

@BordersCollege is pleased to announce that applications are now open for full-time courses starting in August 2026. This is a great opportunity for learners to…

Strong foundations: What the Big Student Survey reveals about student induction

The Big Student Survey from Borders College provides a comprehensive insight into students’ induction experiences at the start of the 2025/26 academic year. With feedback…

Borders College welcomes proposed increase in funding

The Scottish Government has announced an extra 10% in funding for Scotland’s colleges. The amount, which equates to a total of around £70 million across…

ESOL at Borders College building skills and confidence

Students across the Scottish Borders are thriving thanks to Borders College’s English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) programme, a course that many describe as…

Quiet Introduction events build confidence and reduce anxiety for new college students

Borders College’s Quiet Introduction and Supported Enrolment programme continues to play a vital role in supporting students who may find the transition into college challenging,…

Empowering minds with resilience training at Borders College

Borders College staff and students recently took part in a powerful resilience session, Demons in the Desert, led by Tim Bradshaw, Chief Executive Officer of…

Borders College Hosts APUC for Strategic Planning and Board Discussions

@BordersCollege was delighted to host the Board of Directors of Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC) for their strategic planning event, intended to ensure…

Borders College Welcomes New Entrepreneurial Champion

@BordersCollege is set to strengthen its focus on enterprise and innovation through participation in a new Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) programme, launched to embed entrepreneurship…

Borders College Graduation 2025

@BordersCollege recently celebrated its Graduation 2025 ceremony, honouring the exceptional achievements of its students. The much-anticipated event took place this month at the Borders Events Centre…

Borders College: Leading the Way in Student Satisfaction

Students at Borders College rated their overall experience with an impressive 98% satisfaction rate for both Further Education (FE) and Higher Education (HE) courses. Borders…

Beauty Students Bring the Glow to Professional Beauty Manchester

Level 6 Beauty Therapy students from @BordersCollege recently headed south to Professional Beauty Manchester – one of the biggest and brightest events in the UK’s…

Minister Kirsty McNeill Meets Staff and Students During Borders College Tour

Kirsty McNeill, Parliamentary Under Secretary at the Scotland Office, recently visited @BordersCollege to gain an insight into the College’s role in supporting regional prosperity and…

Borders College marks SDG Flag Day

Today, Borders College joined organisations across the UK and beyond in marking SDG Flag Day 2025, reaffirming its commitment to sustainability and global responsibility. The…

Borders College: One of the UK’s Best in Education & Training™!

The 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces in Education and Training ™ list was revealed this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, recognising Borders College among…

Skills Accreditation Programme Celebrates Learner Success

West Lothian Council Day Services recently held a special celebration to recognise the achievements of learners who successfully completed the Skills Accreditation Programme, delivered by…

Vision 2030: A Bold New Era for Borders College

Borders College has launched its key strategic plan, Vision 2030, which outlines its statement of ambition for the next five years. The publication, which was…

New collaborative future for key Hawick building

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) is set to take ownership of Borders College’s Hawick Campus, transforming it into a cutting-edge Innovation and Advanced Manufacturing Hub.…

Happiness is Egg Shaped founder to receive honorary fellowship

Bruce Aitchison, founder of Happiness is Egg Shaped, will receive an Honorary Fellowship from Borders College during its annual graduation ceremony in October. Bruce, a…

Borders College named a UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™!

The 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™ was recently launched by Great Place To Work® UK, with @BordersCollege placed 48th out of 100 large-sized organisations.…

Borders College named a UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™!

The 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ was launched this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, with Borders College placed 55th out of 100…

Borders College Spark Talent at SECTT Competition

Two @BordersCollege Electrical Installation apprentices have showcased their outstanding skills at the SECTT East of Scotland Apprentice of the Year competition, held recently at Falkirk…

Creative Writing for Beginners students celebrate success

A group of enthusiastic students has recently completed the Creative Writing for Beginners Course at @BordersCollege, marking the culmination of weeks of inspiration, exploration, and…

Inspirational culinary stars return to inspire

@BordersCollege recently welcomed back former students Angus Levell (pictured far left) and Mia Kinghorn (pictured far right), now successful professionals, for an inspiring culinary demonstration.…

Borders College students gear up for national SNIPEF showdown

Three @BordersCollege Plumbing students are preparing to put their skills to the test at the annual SNIPEF Plumbing Competition, which will be held on Thursday,…

A Thrilling Day at the Borders College Start-up Competition

From Entrepreneurial Lead at Borders College, Lee-Anne Gillie. We had an incredible finale to our 2025 Start-up Competition this week, with 16 amazing pitches delivered…

Your Social Services career could start right here at Borders College

If you’re looking for a career that is both challenging and rewarding, Social Services could be the perfect path for you. The HNC Social Services…

Borders College recognised in UK's Best Workplaces for Development™ 2025 List!

@BordersCollege has officially been named as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development™ 2025 by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace…

Where Passion meets Profession in Hospitality

@BordersCollege is proud to offer a welcoming and professional learning environment that mirrors the standards of the real-world hospitality industry. As one of the region’s…

Celebration honors english language learners

Article credited to Scottish Borders Council. English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) adult learners have been congratulated at a Celebration of Learning event organised…

Promising Talent Jack Murray Set to Compete at Esteemed SkillBuild Dundee Event

Jack Murray, a second-year Carpentry and Joinery apprentice from St Boswells, has been selected to represent @BordersCollege at this year’s SkillBuild competition in Dundee. SkillBuild,…

Sinead Secures Spot in Prestigious National Trade Finals

Sinead McLaren, an 18-year-old joinery apprentice from Galashiels, is turning dreams into reality after she secured a coveted place in the finals of the Screwfix…

Partnership Shortlisted for Prestigious Herald Education Award

Borders College Schools Academy (BCSA) has been shortlisted for a Herald Education Award, recognising its groundbreaking approach to enhancing educational pathways for senior-phase students in…

Scottish Colleges drive innovation with EV charging training rigs

Energy Skills Partnership (ESP) has been working closely with colleges across Scotland to enhance staff training in green skills, net zero, and decarbonisation. A key…

Shape Lives, Build Careers: Social Services Courses at Borders College

If you’re looking for a career that is both challenging and rewarding, Social Services could be the perfect choice. With the increasing demand for skilled…

Empowering Futures in Health and Social Care – Lesley Anderson's Story

“My name is Lesley Anderson, and I am a lecturer in Health and Social Care at @BordersCollege. During my time teaching at Borders College, I…

Borders College Strengthens Commitment to Armed Forces Community

@BordersCollege has proudly reaffirmed its commitment to the Armed Forces community by officially signing the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) at a special event held at…

Culinary Reunion: Former Students Return to Borders College for an Inspiring Demonstration

@BordersCollege recently hosted a heartwarming event, bringing together past and present students from its previous Level 3 course in Catering and Hospitality programme. Former students…

Borders College Honoured at ALBAS 2025 for Outstanding Achievement in Rural Education

@BordersCollege has achieved outstanding success at the ALBAS 2025, Lantra Scotland’s Awards for Land-based and Aquaculture Skills, securing top honours in multiple categories and reaffirming…

Rachael Hamilton, MSP, discusses key further education challenges at Borders College visit

Rachael Hamilton, MSP, recently visited Borders College to engage with staff and students and talk about the challenges facing further education in Scotland. The visit…