Scottish Government missing opportunity for real exams reform say Greens
The Scottish Government is missing an opportunity to move on from a Victorian-era exam system, says Scottish Greens West Scotland MSP, Ross Greer.
Paisley games student nominated for national award
A University of the West of Scotland (UWS) alumnus has been shortlisted for a prestigious national videogames award.
Young people invest in 90 hours of self-development during the summer holidays
Young people from Renfrewshire who experience social disadvantage or barriers to employment spent their six-week summer holidays committing to a variety of courses to further their career pathways, through a
Extend Child Benefit for your teen by 31 August
Parents have less than two weeks to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) their 16-19 year-old is continuing education or training, or their Child Benefit payments will stop.
Young Renfrewshire children excited to start school for the first time
Children aged four and five were eager to start school at Gallowhill Primary School in Paisley, yesterday.
Tackling workplace dementia the focus of UWS-led £1.2 million project
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) researchers have secured a grant of £1.2 million to lead a national project tackling dementia in the workplace.
Renfrewshire pupils celebrate results day and leaving school for their future careers
Pupils at St Benedict’s High School in Linwood are among 4,000 pupils across Renfrewshire who have received their results today on their academic and vocational qualifications.
Boost careers with UWS Skills Scholarships
Employers across Scotland are being encouraged to boost workforce development with UWS Skills Scholarships.
Still Game Director teams up with Skills Academy to inspire young people into the arts
One of Scotland’s most beloved film and TV directors has teamed up with local young people from Renfrewshire to share his expertise and inspire the next generation of filmmakers.
Renfrewshire nursery offering paid apprenticeships
An apprenticeship programme for people pursuing a career in childcare, while earning a Living Wage and accessing University education, is now open to applicants.