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Go back to the Latest News. 21 December 2022 Learning opportunities starting in 2023 at your local college Read more about Learning opportunities starting in 2023 at your local college 19 December 2022 Hairdresser Lydia set for Aussie adventure at award-winning salon Read more about Hairdresser Lydia set for Aussie adventure at award-winning salon 15 December 2022 Join the Board of Management at Borders College Read more about Join the Board of Management at Borders College 14 December 2022 College bids a long farewell to longest serving member of staff Stephanie Bell Read more about College bids a long farewell to longest serving member of staff Stephanie Bell 9 December 2022 New training programme to support Borders textile industry Read more about New training programme to support Borders textile industry 8 December 2022 Is your business ready for the uptake in demand for the installation of Air Source Heat Pump Systems? Read more about Is your business ready for the uptake in demand for the installation of Air Source Heat Pump Systems? 5 December 2022 Graduation 2022 Read more about Graduation 2022 30 November 2022 Ben’s new podcast gets students and staff talking about the things that matter Read more about Ben’s new podcast gets students and staff talking about the things that matter 28 November 2022 College pays tribute to Honorary Fellow Doddie Weir Read more about College pays tribute to Honorary Fellow Doddie Weir 28 November 2022 College celebrates success at CDN Awards thanks to Inspirational staff and sustainability actions Read more about College celebrates success at CDN Awards thanks to Inspirational staff and sustainability actions 24 November 2022 Modern Apprentice Peter sets the foundation for a rewarding career in childcare Read more about Modern Apprentice Peter sets the foundation for a rewarding career in childcare 22 November 2022 BASE students leave the competition in their ‘trail’ at Scottish Enduro Series Read more about BASE students leave the competition in their ‘trail’ at Scottish Enduro Series 17 November 2022 College committed to supporting students through difficult times Read more about College committed to supporting students through difficult times 16 November 2022 Global Citizenship at the heart of learning at Borders College Read more about Global Citizenship at the heart of learning at Borders College 15 November 2022 Student efforts praised at end of year DEBI celebration Read more about Student efforts praised at end of year DEBI celebration 11 November 2022 Female rugby contingent take advantage of new development programme at Borders College Read more about Female rugby contingent take advantage of new development programme at Borders College 10 November 2022 HeatSource event sees College play a leading role in delivering low carbon training opportunities Read more about HeatSource event sees College play a leading role in delivering low carbon training opportunities 9 November 2022 College delighted to be announced as a winner at prestigious Green Gown Awards Read more about College delighted to be announced as a winner at prestigious Green Gown Awards 8 November 2022 College delighted to welcome Patrick Harvie MSP to Hawick campus Read more about College delighted to welcome Patrick Harvie MSP to Hawick campus 2 November 2022 Staff development top of the agenda for Fleming Homes Read more about Staff development top of the agenda for Fleming Homes 28 October 2022 Janet’s inspiring dedication to hockey coaching recognised at national awards Read more about Janet’s inspiring dedication to hockey coaching recognised at national awards 25 October 2022 Primary school staff kick off their social services children and young people journey Read more about Primary school staff kick off their social services children and young people journey 19 October 2022 Jane’s ‘glowing’ reputation recognised at national awards Read more about Jane’s ‘glowing’ reputation recognised at national awards 5 October 2022 College nominated in five categories at the Herald Top Employers Awards Read more about College nominated in five categories at the Herald Top Employers Awards 4 October 2022 Eildon Housing take advantage of tailored training opportunities to upskill staff Read more about Eildon Housing take advantage of tailored training opportunities to upskill staff 29 September 2022 Community Renewal Fund helps develop fully funded training opportunities at Borders College Read more about Community Renewal Fund helps develop fully funded training opportunities at Borders College 29 September 2022 Positive results from DEBI Annual Vocational Survey Read more about Positive results from DEBI Annual Vocational Survey 27 September 2022 SRA staff develop assessor skills thanks to College partnership Read more about SRA staff develop assessor skills thanks to College partnership 22 September 2022 College a ‘benchmark’ for Hawick brothers Marc and Jack Read more about College a ‘benchmark’ for Hawick brothers Marc and Jack 20 September 2022 Visitors impressed by Hawick campus facilities at Doors Open Day Read more about Visitors impressed by Hawick campus facilities at Doors Open Day 15 September 2022 Tiphereth hold first-ever celebration of success thanks to College’s Skills Accreditation Programme Read more about Tiphereth hold first-ever celebration of success thanks to College’s Skills Accreditation Programme 13 September 2022 Getting the Scottish Borders talking about the M-Word Read more about Getting the Scottish Borders talking about the M-Word 12 September 2022 Borders College arrangements for the State Funeral Read more about Borders College arrangements for the State Funeral 8 September 2022 Death of Her Majesty the Queen Read more about Death of Her Majesty the Queen 8 September 2022 Borders College Puts Inclusion at the Heart of the Start of Term Read more about Borders College Puts Inclusion at the Heart of the Start of Term 5 September 2022 College takes top accolade at Scottish Borders Business Excellence Awards Read more about College takes top accolade at Scottish Borders Business Excellence Awards 5 September 2022 Zero Waste Week boosts College’s sustainability commitments Read more about Zero Waste Week boosts College’s sustainability commitments 2 September 2022 Inspirational staff and sustainability recognised at this year’s prestigious CDN Awards Read more about Inspirational staff and sustainability recognised at this year’s prestigious CDN Awards 31 August 2022 A foundation to success for Emma Read more about A foundation to success for Emma 23 August 2022 Students to become ‘globally engaged’ once again thanks to Turing Scheme funding Read more about Students to become ‘globally engaged’ once again thanks to Turing Scheme funding 17 August 2022 Local partnership boosts Floors Castle’s commitment to first-class visitor experience Read more about Local partnership boosts Floors Castle’s commitment to first-class visitor experience 16 August 2022 Doors Open at Borders College Hawick Campus Read more about Doors Open at Borders College Hawick Campus 12 August 2022 Borders College shortlisted for Net Zero Business of the Year Read more about Borders College shortlisted for Net Zero Business of the Year 10 August 2022 Students celebrate Skills Boost success Read more about Students celebrate Skills Boost success 9 August 2022 Minister Urges School Leavers to Choose College Read more about Minister Urges School Leavers to Choose College 3 August 2022 Pensions agency ‘excel’ in developing digital skills Read more about Pensions agency ‘excel’ in developing digital skills 27 July 2022 Mountain biking course produces another British champion Read more about Mountain biking course produces another British champion 27 July 2022 Turing Scheme helps fund student trip of a lifetime to Toronto Read more about Turing Scheme helps fund student trip of a lifetime to Toronto 26 July 2022 South of Scotland Enterprise and Fuel Change team up for Net Zero challenge Read more about South of Scotland Enterprise and Fuel Change team up for Net Zero challenge 22 July 2022 Sustainability Academy shortlisted for the Net-Zero Energy Transition Awards Read more about Sustainability Academy shortlisted for the Net-Zero Energy Transition Awards 20 July 2022 A summer of successes for one of Scotland’s best-performing colleges Read more about A summer of successes for one of Scotland’s best-performing colleges 20 July 2022 College once again named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women! Read more about College once again named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women! 20 July 2022 Calling all employers in the Scottish Borders Read more about Calling all employers in the Scottish Borders 18 July 2022 College’s sustainability initiatives recognised after being shortlisted for the prestigious Green Gown Awards Read more about College’s sustainability initiatives recognised after being shortlisted for the prestigious Green Gown Awards 12 July 2022 College announced as a winner at the Digital Technology Leaders Awards in London Read more about College announced as a winner at the Digital Technology Leaders Awards in London 11 July 2022 Bricklayer Darren cements his place at the WorldSkills UK national finals Read more about Bricklayer Darren cements his place at the WorldSkills UK national finals 6 July 2022 From Borders College to BBC and everything in between Read more about From Borders College to BBC and everything in between 5 July 2022 College announced as a finalist for VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards Read more about College announced as a finalist for VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards 4 July 2022 College celebrates above-average achievements in Scottish Funding Council report Read more about College celebrates above-average achievements in Scottish Funding Council report 29 June 2022 Construction students scoop top prizes at Skillbuild 22 Competition Read more about Construction students scoop top prizes at Skillbuild 22 Competition 24 June 2022 A weekend in the fast lane for college staff and students at Thirlstane with Sir Jackie Read more about A weekend in the fast lane for college staff and students at Thirlstane with Sir Jackie 22 June 2022 College appoints new Principal Read more about College appoints new Principal 21 June 2022 DEBI delivers essential First Aid and Manual Handling training to LIVE Borders staff Read more about DEBI delivers essential First Aid and Manual Handling training to LIVE Borders staff 20 June 2022 Annual showcase of Art & Design a great success Read more about Annual showcase of Art & Design a great success 17 June 2022 SBHA increases efficiency with Thermal Imaging training Read more about SBHA increases efficiency with Thermal Imaging training 15 June 2022 Stobo staff enhance customer experience through digital skills training Read more about Stobo staff enhance customer experience through digital skills training 13 June 2022 Choose college for the future you want Read more about Choose college for the future you want 9 June 2022 Youngsters encouraged to get planting thanks to College and Tilhill collaboration Read more about Youngsters encouraged to get planting thanks to College and Tilhill collaboration 8 June 2022 Health and Social Care Learning Opportunities Read more about Health and Social Care Learning Opportunities 8 June 2022 Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students to take part in international development Read more about Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students to take part in international development 1 June 2022 Borders Distillery take advantage of Flexible Workforce Development Fund to help upskill staff Read more about Borders Distillery take advantage of Flexible Workforce Development Fund to help upskill staff 1 June 2022 College welcomes MSP Mairi Gougeon to historic Riddell Estate Read more about College welcomes MSP Mairi Gougeon to historic Riddell Estate 28 May 2022 Full-time course places available for this August Read more about Full-time course places available for this August 18 May 2022 Borders College amongst the top-performing colleges in Scotland Read more about Borders College amongst the top-performing colleges in Scotland 18 May 2022 Recruitment of Borders College Principal Read more about Recruitment of Borders College Principal 17 May 2022 All change at Borders College Read more about All change at Borders College 12 May 2022 Engineering & Boat Building event proves popular with visitors Read more about Engineering & Boat Building event proves popular with visitors 10 May 2022 Former student and prominent chef Kevin set to ‘amuse’ guests at his new restaurant Read more about Former student and prominent chef Kevin set to ‘amuse’ guests at his new restaurant 5 May 2022 Jessica-Ann’s inspiring educational journey started right here at Borders College Read more about Jessica-Ann’s inspiring educational journey started right here at Borders College 3 May 2022 Borders College awarded UK’s Best Workplaces™ recognition! Read more about Borders College awarded UK’s Best Workplaces™ recognition! 28 April 2022 BMG builds on customer relations and effective communication through the DEBI Read more about BMG builds on customer relations and effective communication through the DEBI 27 April 2022 Electrical students help implement new smoke detector legislation Read more about Electrical students help implement new smoke detector legislation 22 April 2022 College Performance Indicators - published April 2022 Read more about College Performance Indicators - published April 2022 19 April 2022 Ecommerce & Business course a first in Scotland Read more about Ecommerce & Business course a first in Scotland 15 April 2022 Good Friday and great news for sports student Corey Read more about Good Friday and great news for sports student Corey 14 April 2022 DEBI delivers state-of-the-art CAD CAM training to Hawick engineering company Read more about DEBI delivers state-of-the-art CAD CAM training to Hawick engineering company 12 April 2022 EIS-FELA strike action from April 2022 Read more about EIS-FELA strike action from April 2022 12 April 2022 Join us at our next Open Days and discover why Borders College is the place for you Read more about Join us at our next Open Days and discover why Borders College is the place for you 11 April 2022 Colleges are the key to developing sustainable behaviours Read more about Colleges are the key to developing sustainable behaviours 7 April 2022 Charitable enterprise project sees beauticians help improve children’s lives Read more about Charitable enterprise project sees beauticians help improve children’s lives 5 April 2022 ‘Day of Data’ enhances College’s commitment to developing digital skills training Read more about ‘Day of Data’ enhances College’s commitment to developing digital skills training 1 April 2022 Land Based Industries - Future Skills Survey Read more about Land Based Industries - Future Skills Survey 1 April 2022 Borders College Gets Globally Engaged about the ‘M’ Word Read more about Borders College Gets Globally Engaged about the ‘M’ Word 30 March 2022 Enterprise Roadshow at Borders College Read more about Enterprise Roadshow at Borders College 28 March 2022 Former Catering student Greg’s Michelin Star status ‘a dream come true’ Read more about Former Catering student Greg’s Michelin Star status ‘a dream come true’ 25 March 2022 Tilhill and College partnership helps grow new talent in forestry sector Read more about Tilhill and College partnership helps grow new talent in forestry sector 24 March 2022 College students heading to Toronto to become effective global citizens Read more about College students heading to Toronto to become effective global citizens 22 March 2022 Student experience is top of the agenda for new Vice Principal Read more about Student experience is top of the agenda for new Vice Principal 18 March 2022 Construction workers benefit from the new Green Skills Training opportunities Read more about Construction workers benefit from the new Green Skills Training opportunities 17 March 2022 Agri-tech is more than just talking about the ‘weather’! Read more about Agri-tech is more than just talking about the ‘weather’! 17 March 2022 College students ‘CONVERT’ their skills for future construction development Read more about College students ‘CONVERT’ their skills for future construction development 14 March 2022 Digital Transformation Project sees College become a powerhouse of innovation Read more about Digital Transformation Project sees College become a powerhouse of innovation 11 March 2022 Funding to Train New Energy Efficiency, Automotive and Wind Professionals Read more about Funding to Train New Energy Efficiency, Automotive and Wind Professionals 9 March 2022 Apprentices peddle towards future careers at DEBI ‘Bike-a-Thon’ Read more about Apprentices peddle towards future careers at DEBI ‘Bike-a-Thon’ 9 March 2022 BMG benefits from first-class customer service training Read more about BMG benefits from first-class customer service training 8 March 2022 Who Runs the World…? Read more about Who Runs the World…? 7 March 2022 Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2022 Read more about Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2022 4 March 2022 Paint away – for free Read more about Paint away – for free 4 March 2022 Alicja’s delight after ‘triple win’ at National ALBAS Awards Read more about Alicja’s delight after ‘triple win’ at National ALBAS Awards 2 March 2022 Menopause Awareness Event - Let’s Talk About the ‘M’ Word Read more about Menopause Awareness Event - Let’s Talk About the ‘M’ Word 2 March 2022 Are you interested in joining the Borders College Regional Board? Read more about Are you interested in joining the Borders College Regional Board? 2 March 2022 What is it like owning an EV? Read more about What is it like owning an EV? 1 March 2022 Former student Rory puts in a ‘world-class performance’ against the might of France Read more about Former student Rory puts in a ‘world-class performance’ against the might of France 28 February 2022 College Plays its Part to Promote Cyber Security Read more about College Plays its Part to Promote Cyber Security 24 February 2022 RJT Excavations undertake New Assured Drone Training Read more about RJT Excavations undertake New Assured Drone Training 21 February 2022 College Principal to speak at International Women’s Day virtual event Read more about College Principal to speak at International Women’s Day virtual event 16 February 2022 Borders College officially named one of 250 UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Wellbeing! Read more about Borders College officially named one of 250 UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Wellbeing! 15 February 2022 Vital First Aid training delivered to Borders Distillery staff Read more about Vital First Aid training delivered to Borders Distillery staff 10 February 2022 Front of House Manager Michelle tells us what’s great about Borders College Restaurant Read more about Front of House Manager Michelle tells us what’s great about Borders College Restaurant 9 February 2022 Wanted: Members of the Board of Borders Further Education Trust! Read more about Wanted: Members of the Board of Borders Further Education Trust! 8 February 2022 Ray delighted to be appointed to prestigious position of Chair of the Regional Board Read more about Ray delighted to be appointed to prestigious position of Chair of the Regional Board 3 February 2022 ‘The Big Tank Guys’ build on global reputation thanks to DEBI training Read more about ‘The Big Tank Guys’ build on global reputation thanks to DEBI training 3 February 2022 Agriculture student Alicja shortlisted for National ALBAS Awards Read more about Agriculture student Alicja shortlisted for National ALBAS Awards 1 February 2022 Using data to grow your business – Free online event Read more about Using data to grow your business – Free online event 1 February 2022 Graphic Design students are the creative minds behind new Rural Skills logo Read more about Graphic Design students are the creative minds behind new Rural Skills logo 28 January 2022 Swedish orchard link up sees Horticulturists develop a taste for apple growing Read more about Swedish orchard link up sees Horticulturists develop a taste for apple growing 27 January 2022 Are you currently working, or do you have aspirations to work in the Tourism, Hospitality & Events Industries? Read more about Are you currently working, or do you have aspirations to work in the Tourism, Hospitality & Events Industries? 26 January 2022 Demand sees additional fully funded business courses added Read more about Demand sees additional fully funded business courses added 26 January 2022 Borders College a ‘key stepping stone’ for Texas-based engineer Craig Read more about Borders College a ‘key stepping stone’ for Texas-based engineer Craig 24 January 2022 DEBI helps enable ‘better lives’ through Skills Accreditation programme Read more about DEBI helps enable ‘better lives’ through Skills Accreditation programme 20 January 2022 Fleming Homes staff upskill thanks to DEBI and Graitec collaboration Read more about Fleming Homes staff upskill thanks to DEBI and Graitec collaboration 18 January 2022 Jacob makes Scotland squad and heads to Malaga for rugby 7s Read more about Jacob makes Scotland squad and heads to Malaga for rugby 7s 18 January 2022 How the Department of Enterprise and Business Innovation provided a creative solution to work placements during lockdown Read more about How the Department of Enterprise and Business Innovation provided a creative solution to work placements during lockdown 14 January 2022 Scottish Racing Academy student Casey shortlisted for prestigious Godolphin Awards Read more about Scottish Racing Academy student Casey shortlisted for prestigious Godolphin Awards 13 January 2022 Musselburgh Nursery staff praise DEBI for their commitment to staff learning Read more about Musselburgh Nursery staff praise DEBI for their commitment to staff learning 11 January 2022 Brothers of Charity in safe hands thanks to IOSH training Read more about Brothers of Charity in safe hands thanks to IOSH training 23 December 2021 Christmas holidays Read more about Christmas holidays 22 December 2021 Former student’s hair and makeup business named the best in the Borders Read more about Former student’s hair and makeup business named the best in the Borders 16 December 2021 Vice Principal Student Experience - job vacancy Read more about Vice Principal Student Experience - job vacancy 16 December 2021 DEBI Apprentices bring a fresh approach to the team Read more about DEBI Apprentices bring a fresh approach to the team 14 December 2021 Rhianne does it in style after being named as the region’s best Read more about Rhianne does it in style after being named as the region’s best 10 December 2021 College’s Racing Academy programme given top accolade at CDN Awards Read more about College’s Racing Academy programme given top accolade at CDN Awards 9 December 2021 Alice is hoping it’s ‘third time lucky’ at National Awards Read more about Alice is hoping it’s ‘third time lucky’ at National Awards 7 December 2021 Energy efficiency approach at the forefront for SBHA Read more about Energy efficiency approach at the forefront for SBHA 6 December 2021 Graduation 2021 Read more about Graduation 2021 26 November 2021 Support worker Jan’s self-belief helps her exceed expectations Read more about Support worker Jan’s self-belief helps her exceed expectations 25 November 2021 Sheila’s in a league of her gnome with Xmas delights Read more about Sheila’s in a league of her gnome with Xmas delights 24 November 2021 #LoveScotlandsColleges Read more about #LoveScotlandsColleges 22 November 2021 Five-star course sees students look to the sky! Read more about Five-star course sees students look to the sky! 18 November 2021 Beauty student raises a few eyebrows after scooping top award Read more about Beauty student raises a few eyebrows after scooping top award 16 November 2021 Green skills training opportunities launched to support COP26 ambitions Read more about Green skills training opportunities launched to support COP26 ambitions 16 November 2021 Borders College announce Graduation Honorary Fellows Read more about Borders College announce Graduation Honorary Fellows 12 November 2021 Hawick COP26 event helps employers focus on a greener future Read more about Hawick COP26 event helps employers focus on a greener future 10 November 2021 Partnership pathways website picks up national award Read more about Partnership pathways website picks up national award 9 November 2021 Rural Skills department builds on community and business partnerships Read more about Rural Skills department builds on community and business partnerships 3 November 2021 DEBI ensures communications are ‘Streets Ahead’ Read more about DEBI ensures communications are ‘Streets Ahead’ 2 November 2021 Dale’s SMART move helps students upskill in new tech Read more about Dale’s SMART move helps students upskill in new tech 28 October 2021 Retrofit session ensures greener future for staff and students Read more about Retrofit session ensures greener future for staff and students 26 October 2021 Net Zero continues to be a college priority during COP26, as students make climate change pledge Read more about Net Zero continues to be a college priority during COP26, as students make climate change pledge 26 October 2021 Customer safety at the forefront for Barony Hotel staff Read more about Customer safety at the forefront for Barony Hotel staff 22 October 2021 Munros feat a walk in the park for Kirstie and daughter Emilia Read more about Munros feat a walk in the park for Kirstie and daughter Emilia 19 October 2021 BASE students leave the competition in their ‘trail’ at Enduro World Series Read more about BASE students leave the competition in their ‘trail’ at Enduro World Series 13 October 2021 College students to benefit from new Turing Scheme Read more about College students to benefit from new Turing Scheme 12 October 2021 First aiders geared up for cycling festival Read more about First aiders geared up for cycling festival 7 October 2021 Hawick Eco Room announced as ‘Project of the Year’ at prestigious Property Awards Read more about Hawick Eco Room announced as ‘Project of the Year’ at prestigious Property Awards 7 October 2021 College’s Living Wage commitment recognised at national awards Read more about College’s Living Wage commitment recognised at national awards 6 October 2021 From criminal science to agricultural science, Alicja’s sowing the seeds for career success Read more about From criminal science to agricultural science, Alicja’s sowing the seeds for career success 5 October 2021 Lauren and Siobhan share their Foundation Apprenticeship success stories Read more about Lauren and Siobhan share their Foundation Apprenticeship success stories 1 October 2021 It's not too late to start a full-time course Read more about It's not too late to start a full-time course 1 October 2021 College’s ‘great place to work’ status recognised at national awards Read more about College’s ‘great place to work’ status recognised at national awards 30 September 2021 10-year vision for fairer, greener and flourishing South of Scotland launched Read more about 10-year vision for fairer, greener and flourishing South of Scotland launched 28 September 2021 Minister’s STEM Visit Success at Borders College Hawick Campus Read more about Minister’s STEM Visit Success at Borders College Hawick Campus 24 September 2021 College aids in the development of groundbreaking ‘Garage for the Sea’ Read more about College aids in the development of groundbreaking ‘Garage for the Sea’ 21 September 2021 College saddles up for a night at the CDN Awards Read more about College saddles up for a night at the CDN Awards 20 September 2021 Working with employers workshop Read more about Working with employers workshop 14 September 2021 Annual virtual showcase of Art & Design Read more about Annual virtual showcase of Art & Design 13 September 2021 Diploma in Digital Marketing at SCQF level 6 Read more about Diploma in Digital Marketing at SCQF level 6 9 September 2021 We're looking to recruit a new Chair for the Regional Board Read more about We're looking to recruit a new Chair for the Regional Board 9 September 2021 South of Scotland International Virtual Conference Read more about South of Scotland International Virtual Conference 8 September 2021 College unveils ‘Breathing Space Bench’ in a bid to boost mental health awareness Read more about College unveils ‘Breathing Space Bench’ in a bid to boost mental health awareness 6 September 2021 Shona ‘serves up’ a management masterclass Read more about Shona ‘serves up’ a management masterclass 2 September 2021 Property Awards shortlist ‘heralds’ a new chapter for Hawick Eco Room Read more about Property Awards shortlist ‘heralds’ a new chapter for Hawick Eco Room 31 August 2021 Management award helps secure promotions for College candidates Read more about Management award helps secure promotions for College candidates 27 August 2021 Preparing students for global citizenship Read more about Preparing students for global citizenship 25 August 2021 The future is bright, the future is ‘green’ for Greg Read more about The future is bright, the future is ‘green’ for Greg 24 August 2021 DEBI delights in annual survey Read more about DEBI delights in annual survey 23 August 2021 Food for thought as mother and son caterers develop their skills at Borders College Read more about Food for thought as mother and son caterers develop their skills at Borders College 18 August 2021 There’s still time to apply for a number of great courses at Borders College Read more about There’s still time to apply for a number of great courses at Borders College 18 August 2021 Tourism, Hospitality & Events programme – preparing workers for the new visitor economy Read more about Tourism, Hospitality & Events programme – preparing workers for the new visitor economy 17 August 2021 Colleges are the key to developing and influencing sustainable behaviours Read more about Colleges are the key to developing and influencing sustainable behaviours 10 August 2021 An open letter to Scotland’s Young People Read more about An open letter to Scotland’s Young People 6 August 2021 College Performance Indicators 2019-20 Read more about College Performance Indicators 2019-20 2 August 2021 Former student smashes North Coast 500 cycle record Read more about Former student smashes North Coast 500 cycle record 28 July 2021 Skills Accreditation Programme Provides Vital Support to Edinburgh-based Charity Read more about Skills Accreditation Programme Provides Vital Support to Edinburgh-based Charity 26 July 2021 College upskill local electricians in the installation of EV charging equipment Read more about College upskill local electricians in the installation of EV charging equipment 22 July 2021 Future Proof Your Business with Graduate Apprenticeships Read more about Future Proof Your Business with Graduate Apprenticeships 20 July 2021 Former student Hanna retraces her digital journey back to Borders College Read more about Former student Hanna retraces her digital journey back to Borders College 8 July 2021 Students' Association celebrates inspiring people Read more about Students' Association celebrates inspiring people 7 July 2021 College helps to inspire next generation into computing science Read more about College helps to inspire next generation into computing science 5 July 2021 Consultation launched on draft South of Scotland Regional Economic Strategy Read more about Consultation launched on draft South of Scotland Regional Economic Strategy 1 July 2021 College officially named one of 2021 UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women! Read more about College officially named one of 2021 UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women! 30 June 2021 Tweed Valley Everest Challenge Read more about Tweed Valley Everest Challenge 28 June 2021 College deliver training to world-renowned The Turing Trust Read more about College deliver training to world-renowned The Turing Trust 25 June 2021 Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero officially launches Renewable Training Centres Read more about Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero officially launches Renewable Training Centres 22 June 2021 Staff represent College at first-ever Virtual Showcase Read more about Staff represent College at first-ever Virtual Showcase 18 June 2021 HND Year 1 Sport and Exercise Students – Hockey Festival Event Read more about HND Year 1 Sport and Exercise Students – Hockey Festival Event 17 June 2021 Train to Gain – developing the skills of the workforce Read more about Train to Gain – developing the skills of the workforce 16 June 2021 Former student wins backing of global energy giants to develop unique pipe repair technology for industrial use Read more about Former student wins backing of global energy giants to develop unique pipe repair technology for industrial use 15 June 2021 Ambitious strategy for the future of the South of Scotland to be considered by Councils and SOSE ahead of summer consultation Read more about Ambitious strategy for the future of the South of Scotland to be considered by Councils and SOSE ahead of summer consultation 10 June 2021 Doctor’s Surgery Retrofit Makeover Aims to Improve the Health of the Planet Read more about Doctor’s Surgery Retrofit Makeover Aims to Improve the Health of the Planet 9 June 2021 Sports students smash ‘500 Miles for 500 Pounds’ challenge Read more about Sports students smash ‘500 Miles for 500 Pounds’ challenge 7 June 2021 South of Scotland to Benefit from new Digital Skills Hub Read more about South of Scotland to Benefit from new Digital Skills Hub 4 June 2021 Jamie ‘kickstarts’ his career with Borders College Read more about Jamie ‘kickstarts’ his career with Borders College 3 June 2021 Mission Rabies India hook up for Animal Care students Read more about Mission Rabies India hook up for Animal Care students 1 June 2021 Borders College Graduation update Read more about Borders College Graduation update 31 May 2021 Foundation Apprenticeships at your local college – places available for this August Read more about Foundation Apprenticeships at your local college – places available for this August 27 May 2021 Borders College Earns Designation as a ‘Great Place to Work’ Read more about Borders College Earns Designation as a ‘Great Place to Work’ 18 May 2021 Foundation Apprenticeship for Civil Engineering Read more about Foundation Apprenticeship for Civil Engineering 14 May 2021 Lantra candidates build on vital first aid training Read more about Lantra candidates build on vital first aid training 12 May 2021 Stephanie celebrates 40 years of service to Borders College Read more about Stephanie celebrates 40 years of service to Borders College 30 April 2021 Borders College Confirms its Commitment to Equality Read more about Borders College Confirms its Commitment to Equality 29 April 2021 Women in construction – no longer a novelty Read more about Women in construction – no longer a novelty 22 April 2021 Hard work and support key to Trainee Lecturer Chloe’s success Read more about Hard work and support key to Trainee Lecturer Chloe’s success 14 April 2021 Are you a supervisor or manager within the Visitor Economy sector? Read more about Are you a supervisor or manager within the Visitor Economy sector? 12 April 2021 Additional Support ensures Julie continues to study effectively Read more about Additional Support ensures Julie continues to study effectively 2 April 2021 Apprenticeship Update Read more about Apprenticeship Update 19 March 2021 College’s commitment to Jedburgh Read more about College’s commitment to Jedburgh 15 March 2021 Funding to Train New Energy Efficiency Professionals Read more about Funding to Train New Energy Efficiency Professionals 14 March 2021 Data Science upskill allows Brian to focus on the future Read more about Data Science upskill allows Brian to focus on the future 5 March 2021 Fantastic five celebrate success at National ALBAS Read more about Fantastic five celebrate success at National ALBAS 4 March 2021 College Sustainability Strategy gains widespread approval Read more about College Sustainability Strategy gains widespread approval 2 March 2021 The Young Person’s Guarantee is about connecting young people to opportunities. Read more about The Young Person’s Guarantee is about connecting young people to opportunities. 26 February 2021 Declan’s back on track thanks to additional support Read more about Declan’s back on track thanks to additional support 25 February 2021 William’s Slovenia hopes for return to racing action Read more about William’s Slovenia hopes for return to racing action 23 February 2021 South of Scotland partners join forces to urge everyone to play their part in developing the first ever Regional Economic Strategy Read more about South of Scotland partners join forces to urge everyone to play their part in developing the first ever Regional Economic Strategy 19 February 2021 Laptop loan ensures effective learning for Laura and her family Read more about Laptop loan ensures effective learning for Laura and her family 18 February 2021 Claire’s career takes a new direction with Data Science training Read more about Claire’s career takes a new direction with Data Science training 16 February 2021 Dirt School: Innes Graham - From Coached to Coach Read more about Dirt School: Innes Graham - From Coached to Coach 12 February 2021 Dave is ‘streets ahead’ in his new management role Read more about Dave is ‘streets ahead’ in his new management role 11 February 2021 Mertoun shares vital practical lessons to Horticulturists Read more about Mertoun shares vital practical lessons to Horticulturists 9 February 2021 Scotch Beef Club gives students a ‘taste’ of the Scottish Meat Industry Read more about Scotch Beef Club gives students a ‘taste’ of the Scottish Meat Industry 3 February 2021 Hairdressers ‘brush’ up on their practical lessons through Instagram Read more about Hairdressers ‘brush’ up on their practical lessons through Instagram 28 January 2021 Five-star showing for students at National ALBAS Awards Read more about Five-star showing for students at National ALBAS Awards 27 January 2021 Borders College: developing the workforce of the future Read more about Borders College: developing the workforce of the future 22 January 2021 College employees delighted to be guest speakers at this year’s Lantra Employers Webinar Read more about College employees delighted to be guest speakers at this year’s Lantra Employers Webinar 7 January 2021 Department of Enterprise and Innovation to benefit from newly appointed Director Read more about Department of Enterprise and Innovation to benefit from newly appointed Director 16 December 2020 College staff refresher on vital first aid training Read more about College staff refresher on vital first aid training 8 December 2020 Innovative teaching at the forefront for former student Read more about Innovative teaching at the forefront for former student 4 December 2020 Hawick Eco Room ‘highly commended’ at architectural awards Read more about Hawick Eco Room ‘highly commended’ at architectural awards 4 December 2020 College racing academy and essential skills programmes given top accolades at CDN awards Read more 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