We are very excited to announce that UCW student Holly Knowles has been nominated for the Constructing Excellence G4C Apprentice of the Year award! This nomination is a recognition of Holly’s incredible hard work in her project management degree apprenticeship. We caught up with Holly to hear all about the award. How did it feel to be shortlisted for this award? Being shortlisted felt very rewarding, as it’s a real honour …
Students and staff from the Business Management & Sustainability programme recently welcomed representatives from North Somerset Council and the Centre for Sustainable Energy to campus for an engaging and thought-provoking initiative focused on the future of energy production and sustainability in the UK. The visit provided learners with an opportunity to explore some of the most pressing environmental, economic, and …
Students, staff and partners gathered this week to celebrate achievement and excellence at the University Centre Weston (UCW) Awards 2026, marking both an outstanding year of success and ten years of higher education at UCW. The annual awards recognised exceptional academic performance, personal resilience and outstanding contributions to the UCW community, alongside national accolades achieved by UCW students over the past year. …
This International Women’s Day, we’re taking a moment to look back at some of the incredible women who have achieved incredible things while studying at UCW! These people have shown determination, talent and have made a real impact! Beth studied on our BA (Hons) Graphic Design course, using her time with us to experiment, refine her skills, and push the boundaries of her creative practice. One of …
Today we’re celebrating Head of Project Management Mark Barnett! He has recently been sharing his industry expertise on the future of AI within project management with others at a range of conferences and talks. Firstly, Mark helped to chair a panel with the Association for Project Management – exploring themes including Job Displacement vs Job Reinvention, Augmentation vs Replacement and …
University Centre Weston (UCW) held its 2025 graduation ceremony on Saturday the 20th of September. Students, staff, friends and family all came together to celebrate everyone’s hard work and achievements! After getting into their robes and donning their caps, graduands lined up for a procession through the Italian Gardens to the Winter Gardens Ballroom. Here they heard speeches from our …
Annabelle is an exceptional apprentice on the BSc Project Management degree apprenticeship, consistently demonstrating professionalism, initiative, and a deep commitment to her field. Her proactive engagement with promoting project management extends far beyond the classroom. Most notably, Annabelle was invited to speak at the South Wales and West of England Conference, where she shared her insights on hybrid learning and …
Final-year BA Business Management and Sustainability student Ella Trounce was recognised for her outstanding academic achievements and dedication to sustainability, earning her a nomination for Business and Professional Student of the Year at the UCW Awards. Ella has consistently demonstrated exceptional commitment to her studies, excelling in her coursework and conducting insightful, thought-provoking research. Alongside her academic success, she has …
The results are in, and UCW has received brilliant feedback in the National Student Survey for 2025! UCW is now above the national average in all nine areas of the survey! This is a reflection of the incredible amount of work put in by our academic and support staff. UCW’s academic support continues to stand out as a key highlight …
Student Jack has successfully completed a four week HR placement with renowned food company Charlie Bigham’s, gaining valuable real-world experience in a professional workplace. The opportunity was made possible through the support of Charmaine Hale-Lynch, Lecturer in Business and Tourism, and Sarah Roberts, Careers and Employability Co-ordinator, Who helped facilitate the placement as part of Jack’s degree in Business and …
Today we’re catching up with Patricia, to hear about her time at UCW! One of the best parts of Patricia’s time at UCW as a first year was the first time she stepped into her classes and met everyone; “it made the learning experience way easier, knowing I had the support of my peers and the team.” Patricia also had …
This Thursday (1st of May) was a night for celebration at the UCW Awards! Hosted at the Winter Gardens, it was a chance to look back on and celebrate the amazing achievements of our students, staff and partners! The evening began with a speech from our Vice Principal for Higher Education, Sadie Skellon, welcoming everyone to the evening and celebrating …
We’re celebrating UCW Business Management Alumnus Abbey who was recently acknowledged by The Association of Women Travel Executives (AWTE) for her work in advocating for neurodivergence in the workplace. Abbey shared her experiences with dyslexia and encouraged others in the industry to speak openly about their experiences. Abbey said: “I’ve been committed to ensuring that the travel industry is an …
Year 2 Business Management and Sustainability students recently had the opportunity to engage with Carmel Delaney from Triodos Bank Bristol. The session provided a fascinating insight into the challenges and opportunities associated with ethical investment and banking. During the discussion, students explored the merits of considered investments and their role in promoting social responsibility and environmental change. Carmel led an …
UCW is very proud to launch our brand-new prospectus for 2026! Our prospectus is the best place to find out about our courses, with sections for all of our subject areas including Art, Media and Design, Business and Professional Services, Computing and Digital Technologies, Counselling and Healthcare, Education, Inclusive Practice and Criminology, Engineering and Construction, Performance and Production Arts and …
UCW is excited to announce the addition of a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accredited diploma as part of its Operations / Departmental Manager Level 5 Apprenticeship. This new addition aims to provide learners with essential leadership and management skills, empowering them to excel in their careers and achieve chartered manager status through the CMI. In addition to integrating the CMI …
Last week, UCW embraced the holiday spirit with its ‘Tis the Season’ event, bringing students and staff together for a festive celebration. Visitors were welcomed with free mince pies and hot chocolate, before heading over to the busy stalls. Our Hair, Makeup and Prosthetics for Production students added sparkle to the festivities, decorating hair with shimmering tinsel, while glass jewellery …
Our Year 1 and Year 2 Business Management and Sustainability students took an exciting trip to Thatchers Cider in Sandford. This trip helped students to build understanding of the operations management used by Thatchers. The trip offered a unique opportunity to gain insights into the operational management of the business, with a particular focus on its long-term sustainability initiatives. During …
Jade, nominated for Business & Professional Services Student of the Year, has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication and academic excellence. Balancing a full-time role at Foot Anstey Solicitors with her studies, Jade has achieved the highest grades in her Level 6 modules. Her contributions to class discussions are consistently insightful and valuable, reflecting her commitment to her education and professional development. …
Adam is a final year Business Management with Sustainability student. Shortlisted for our Business and Professional Services Student of the Year, Adam has achieved admirable academic success and has gone above and beyond to drive sustainability within the student body. As a mature student with extensive management experience, Adam sought to refine his skills and break free from supervisory and …
Sara Calvo Gonzalez, a Finance Assistant and recent graduate of the Level 4 AAT Diploma in Professional Accounting, has been recognised as UCW’s Business and Professional Services Student of the Year. This honour reflects her incredible dedication and academic achievements, positioning her among the top 3% of students worldwide to achieve a distinction at this level. English is Sara’s second …
UCW student Megan is making impressive strides in her studies, pursuing a degree in Business Management and Sustainability. With a passion for integrating sustainable practices into business strategies, Megan has found UCW to be the perfect environment to develop her knowledge and skills. Megan appreciates the comprehensive approach UCW takes in delivering its courses. “I have loved the overall structure …
Students from University Centre Weston’s Biological Laboratory Sciences, Animal Management and Business Management and Sustainability programmes recently visited the world-renowned Eden Project in Cornwall. The visit, which was organised by UCW, featured a talk which gave students the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the sustainability initiatives that Eden Project is undertaking. During their visit, the students learnt about the importance …
Last week saw two very exciting sustainability events take place. The student-led Sustainability Society is comprised of students from Business Management and Sustainability BA, Biological Laboratory Sciences FdSc and Access, alongside lecturers Elena, Jason, Jo, Caroline, Jess and Joe. The team all worked enormously hard on the events, which included sustainability workshops at the Tropicana in Weston-super-Mare and a beach …
After successfully participating in ‘Great Big Green Week’ Students of Business are collaborating with Biolab in a new collegiate Sustainability Society. Great Big Green Week took place in October last year, with students and staff from all across University Centre Weston taking part. The UK’s biggest ever celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature, the week …
If you’re looking for a Business degree programme that is fully up-to-date and regularly informed by leading industry professionals, then look no further! Our Business Management and Sustainability, BA (Hons) course regularly engages with industry to ensure our students are always up-to-date with the most industry-relevant knowledge possible. Last week was no exception, with our Business Management and Sustainability students getting …
Our Business Management and Sustainability students were paid an exciting virtual visit from across the pond by industry professional, Kinsie. Based in America, Kinsie works for Planet, the “largest Earth observation satellite network delivering a near-daily global dataset”. Kinsie’s lecture was centred around the future of sustainability in agriculture. This explored ideas and discussions around remote sensing and geo spatial …
Have you always wanted to begin a career in Project Management? Looking for a way to develop your understanding as well as gain experience in a hands-on role? Our brand new BSc Project Management Degree Apprenticeship could be perfect for you! At UCW we know that Project Management is a growing profession, involving great career prospects and the development of …
Recently, our Business Management and Sustainability students were treated to yet another amazing guest lecturer! Muhrah paid our learners a virtual visit – discussing her career at Provident Financial, a leading specialist bank that aids with financial inclusion and social mobility. The session focused on what strategies are necessary to meet sustainable development goals, and how Provident Financial …
Are you interested in pursuing a career in business but not sure how to make the first step? Maybe you didn’t go to university at 18 and feel you missed your chance? That simply isn’t true! Here at University Centre Weston, you choose your journey! Our courses are built to help you achieve the goals YOU set. Interested in the …
Athlete, Olympian, Author, Academic, Ex-soldier, Inspirational speaker – This alumnus has done it ALL! We recently caught up with academic achiever and Ghanaian judoka Dr Emmanuel Nartey, who once studied here in Weston-super-Mare… At nineteen-years-old, Nartey joined the British Army in February 2003. After being deployed on numerous exercises, Emmanuel began training with Team Bath, representing the British Army and …
With the summer holidays well underway, students with offers from universities are eagerly awaiting those all important college exam results. The question we always get over the summer break though is… “Is it too late to apply”?! To that we say: Not at all! We can consider applications throughout the summer for most of our courses through the process called …
The amazing support at UCW is often at the tip of the tongues of our students whenever we ask “What’s your favourite thing about studying at UCW?” As well as our friendly HEART team, the Student Ambassador team do an amazing job supporting prospective students, helping to create an inclusive and forward thinking student culture. But what do Student Ambassadors …
Meet Hannah, when I left school, I wasn’t confident about my own ability, I have now graduated with a First Class Degree and completed 6 months in my new roles as a business lecturer. I decided to study at Weston College after I attended a taster day in 2014 in my final year at Worle school, I had originally decided …
University Centre Weston (UCW) and Weston College graduate Henry Green has been named as the Association of Colleges (AoC) Higher Education Student of the Year runner-up. He was presented with a certificate to commemorate his success at the International Conference Centre, Birmingham, on Tuesday (19 November) evening. Henry, from Burnham-on-Sea, was accompanied at the AoC event by Weston College Group …
A University Centre Weston (UCW) and Weston College graduate is in the running to win the prestigious Association of Colleges (AoC) Higher Education Student of the Year Award. Henry Green has made the final three for the prize, and will find out if he wins when the winner is announced during the annual AoC conference in mid-November. Henry, from Burnham-on-Sea, …
