Dumfries and Galloway College honoured to receive 10 nominations at this year's Herald Education Awards

Dumfries and Galloway College’s commitment to innovation and collaboration in learning has been recognised with an incredible 10 nominations at The Herald Education Awards 2026! …

Engineering student launches career through Dumfries and Galloway College collaboration 

A Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) student has engineered an exciting new career!  And it’s all thanks to a successful partnership between the college and RSK…

United Colleges Group backs PM’s plan for UK to be ‘global partner of choice’ in education

United Colleges Group (UCG) has welcomed new government proposals to strengthen the UK’s role as a global education leader, following the launch of a refreshed…

Dumfries and Galloway College refreshes training facilities with PJH Bathrooms2GO donation

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) has enhanced its Sustainable Construction area with a new installation of Bathrooms2GO basins with pedestals and WCs from leading UK…

United Colleges Group generates ‘£470m boost to UK economy’

United Colleges Group (UCG) has made a major contribution to London and the wider UK economy, according to a report by leading economic consultancy London…

Triple delight for Dumfries and Galloway College at national awards events

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) was celebrating after winning two top honours at the 2025 College Development Network Awards – while also landing a prestigious…

United Colleges Group is top college in London for second year running as 100 Most Inclusive UK Workplaces are revealed

United Colleges Group (UCG) has been named as one of National Centre for Diversity’s (NCFD) Top 100 Inclusive UK Employers for the second year running.…

City of Westminster College educator wins City & Guilds Membership Award

Richard Gillis, from City of Westminster College (part of United Colleges Group), has been named as a recipient of the 2025 City & Guilds Foundation…

City of Westminster College becomes first Further Education college in London to partner with UK Music

City of Westminster College (CWC), part of United Colleges Group, is delighted to have been named as a Music Academic Partnership (MAP) institution with UK…

United Colleges Group celebrates multiple nominations at two prestigious London awards events

United Colleges Group’s (UCG) students and staff have been shortlisted for an array of prestigious London awards, recognising excellence, leadership and innovation across the capital.…

Refugee praises City of Westminster College for Mayor of London Award win

United Colleges Group (UCG) is thrilled to announce that Hamzeh Mouallem, a student from City of Westminster College, has won the prestigious Mayor of London…

Dumfries and Galloway College wins Scottish Government support

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is being backed by the Scottish Government in its bid to launch a new project aimed at embedding entrepreneurial skills…

Dumfries and Galloway College celebrates Class of 2025 in style

It was a day filled with inspiration and celebration as Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) honoured its students and staff on Graduation Day 2025. The…

Dumfries and Galloway College success with learning platform leads to national roll-out across Scotland

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is proud to announce that its innovative work in enhancing teaching and learning has become the blueprint for a new…

United Colleges Group’s HR leader shortlisted for Investors in People Award

United Colleges Group (UCG) is delighted to announce that Nadia El Atrash has been shortlisted this year for a prestigious Investors in People® Award in…

Student success rates at Dumfries and Galloway College highlight quality of learning

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) has achieved an impressive set of results in the latest Performance Indicators report for academic year 2023–24, which show that…

Dumfries and Galloway College shortlisted for three national awards

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is thrilled to announce it has been shortlisted for three prestigious awards at the CDN College Awards 2025, recognising its…

DGC Leads the Way in Work-Based Learning Opportunities

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is making a positive impact on the local community and workforce through its innovative work-based learning programmes. A shining example…

United Colleges Group secures funding to offer life-changing global opportunities to students

United Colleges Group (UCG) is delighted to announce that, following a successful bid, it has been awarded the full sum of funding applied for through…

Dumfries and Galloway College boosted by new SOSE investment to help tackle digital poverty

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is proud to announce it has taken a significant step forward in addressing digital poverty and empowering student innovation, thanks…

United Colleges Group leads the way in London with Investors in Diversity Gold

United Colleges Group (UCG) is delighted to announce it has been awarded the prestigious Investors in Diversity Gold – Leaders in Diversity accreditation by the…

Dumfries and Galloway College celebrates students and staff at annual awards

Students and staff from Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) were full of summer cheer after being honoured at two annual awards events. On Thursday, June…

Dumfries and Galloway College thrilled as apprentice shows off skills in national finals

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is proud to celebrate the success of plumbing apprentice James Rankin, who secured a bronze medal at the prestigious SNIPEF…

City of Westminster College crowned winner of 2025 Planet Earth Games

City of Westminster College (CWC) is celebrating a landmark achievement after being named the national winner of the 2025 Planet Earth Games, the UK’s largest…

Kylie laying foundations for success after winning Jewson Cup prize

A Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) student is building a promising career in construction after winning this year’s Jewson Cup trophy. Kylie Watson is the…

Dumfries and Galloway College student shines at national AR welding finals

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is delighted to announce student Ryan Hannah won third prize at the inaugural national Augmented Reality (AR) Welding Competition, sponsored…

United Colleges Group gains mark of ‘Excellence’ in Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard accreditation

United Colleges Group (UCG) is proud to announce that it has been officially accredited as a Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard (GWS) employer at…

United Colleges Group celebrates staff nominations for national awards

United Colleges Group (UCG) is proud to announce that two of its support staff have been nominated for prestigious national awards. Head of Student Support…

Dumfries and Galloway College celebrates Herald Education Award nomination

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is proud to announce its nomination for a prestigious Herald Education Award in the ‘Partnership with Schools’ category, recognising the…

Dumfries and Galloway College welcomes Russell Findlay MSP to its Dumfries Campus

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) was delighted to welcome Russell Findlay MSP, Leader of the Scottish Conservatives, to its Dumfries Campus this week for an…

College of North West London hosts London’s largest skills competition in a decade

On March 26, College of North West London united with five other hosts across the capital to put on the Inter-College Skills Show. Hundreds of…

Dumfries and Galloway College appoints Douglas Dickson as Principal

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) are pleased to announce the appointment of Douglas Dickson as its new Principal. Mr Dickson, who has served as Depute…

United Colleges Group welcomes back female sporting role models

United Colleges Group (UCG) welcomed two trailblazing alumni back to City of Westminster College (CWC) recently ─ rhythmic gymnast and all-around Commonwealth gold medallist Marfa…

United Colleges Group Delighted after being Awarded ‘Good’ Ofsted Rating

Report praises ‘highly responsive’ curriculum that teaches ‘the most up-to-date skills for industry’ United Colleges Group (UCG) is delighted to announce that it has been…

United Colleges Group spotlights men’s mental health in week-long programme

United Colleges Group (UCG) recently celebrated its annual EmpowerMENt Week, an initiative designed to raise awareness around mental health. Men’s mental health is an important…

City of Westminster College celebrates graduates on NHS leadership course

United Colleges Group (UCG) is delighted to celebrate the NHS staff members who have graduated from the Level 2 Higher Development Award programme at City…

College of North West London inspired former student to win top prize at hair awards 

Award-winning hairstylist Claire Martin has hailed the College of North West London (CNWL) for helping her land top prize at the prestigious Creative HEAD’s Most…

Dumfries and Galloway College congratulates Connor on new role with British Curling

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is proud to announce that Connor McGeorge, the college’s Active Campus Coordinator, has been appointed as a Paralympic Performance Academy…

United Colleges Group named top London college in prestigious Inclusive UK Employers list

United Colleges Group (UCG) are delighted to announce they have been named as one of National Centre for Diversity’s Top 100 Inclusive UK Employers for…

Student hails United Colleges Group for helping him shine light on homelessness fight

United Colleges Group (UCG) graduate Andrew Onasanya has paid tribute to his tutors after receiving the ‘Royal seal of approval’ for his success in overcoming…

DGC’s Digiplan Project wins top prize at national college awards

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is pleased to announce that it has won a prestigious prize at the 2024 College Development Network (CDN) Awards. The…

DGC launches vision of the future with Mission 2030

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is delighted to announce the launch of Mission 2030 – a strategic vision to further elevate the college to new…

Students and staff enjoy day of celebration at DGC graduation

It was a day of celebrations and congratulations as Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) honoured its students on Graduation Day. The event consisted of two…

DGC Principal joins board of Scottish Chambers of Commerce

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is proud to announce that its Principal and CEO, Joanna Campbell, has been appointed to the board of the Scottish…

Dumfries and Galloway College helps businesses build for net zero future

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) was delighted to host the region’s first Net Zero Business Opportunities Summit on Monday, September 23 at its Crichton Campus…

United Colleges Group student wins Medallion for Excellence at WorldSkills Lyon 2024

United Colleges Group (UCG) are delighted to announce that one of its students has been awarded a Medallion for Excellence at WorldSkills Lyon 2024. Mark…

Dumfries and Galloway College hopes for more success at national college awards

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is pleased to announce that it has been shortlisted for two prizes at the 2024 College Development Network (CDN) Awards.…

Dumfries and Galloway College Net Zero Skills in the spotlight

Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) was delighted to welcome Ivan McKee MSP, Minister for Public Finance, to its Crichton campus in Dumfries on Monday, September…

Dumfries and Galloway College gives students a voice in the boardroom

Education is a fast-paced environment, constantly developing in terms of culture, technology and innovation. It’s an ethos that Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) has always…