Last week, former Weston College student, Lily Goodwin, visited our BA (Hons) Art and Design and the BA (Hons) Graphic Design students to outline her role as a freelance animator working with Aardman to assist their animators in creating their popular animations. During the visit, Lily discussed her journey from Weston College, where she completed the Level 3 Media Production …
Nigel’s Experience with the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship Programme
For National Apprenticeship Week, we caught up with Nigel almost 2 years after our previous catch up (UCW Award Winner Nigel’s Remarkable Growth – University Centre Weston), to find out how he has been getting on with his Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship after completing a Nursing Associate Foundation Degree! Nigel’s Blog – Progressing from my Nursing Associate foundation degree into the Registered Nurse Degree …
Living at Home for University is Increasing in Popularity
New data from the UCAS End of Cycle 2025 report shows a new 6.9% rise in the number of 18-year-olds attending university while also living at home, rather than university accommodation. There are numerous benefits to staying at home while studying in university, including financial benefits, such as being able to save your money and live more comfortably without nearly …
UCW Art Exhibition, Motion, Held at The Common Room
Last term, our BA (Hons) Art & Design and BA (Hons) Graphic Design students held the opening night of the annual UCW Pop-up exhibition, Motion, in The Common Room, Weston-super-Mare, where students exhibited prints and original artwork to friends, family, and the public. This exhibition celebrated a multidisciplinary approach from the students and was a fantastic opportunity for them to …
UCW Hosts Winter Celebration of Culture
Last week, UCW welcomed students and staff to a Winter Celebration of Culture, an event designed to bring the community together through festive activities and cultural traditions. The celebration highlighted a variety of religions and customs, giving students the opportunity to share how they mark the festive season. From discussions about international traditions to hands-on activities, the event encouraged learning …





