UCG News

Positive student experiences and excellent post-college prospects for learners at UCG
05 February 2026

New research and survey data for UCG students reveals positive experiences at college, as well as excellent post-college destinations for our learners.
UCG features in the Department for Education’s National Skills Campaign
29 January 2026

UCG is proud to have been selected by the Department for Education to take part in a national skills campaign.
UCG Welcomes Dutch Colleges to Paddington Campus
28 January 2026

UCG recently had the pleasure of welcoming ROC van Twente and Vechtdal College in the Netherlands to our Paddington Campus.
UCG joins the Chartered Institution for Further Education
18 December 2025

UCG has been admitted as a member of the Chartered Institution for Further Education (CIFE).
UCG CEO appointed to Board of Skills Development Scotland
16 December 2025

Chief Executive Officer and Group Principal, Stephen Davis, has been appointed to serve on the Board of Skills Development Scotland (SDS).
Local elders take centre stage in Cinderella panto led by college Lecturer André Pink
12 December 2025

Lecturer, André Pink, is the Director and Facilitator of a special pantomime production of Cinderella at the Cockpit theatre, with a cast made up entirely of elderly residents local to Westminster.
UCG is top college in London for second year running as 100 Most Inclusive UK Workplaces are revealed
05 December 2025

UCG has been named as one of National Centre for Diversity’s (NCFD) Top 100 Inclusive UK Employers for the second year running.
CWC educator wins City & Guilds Membership Award
02 December 2025

Richard Gillis, a Lecturer in Computing has been named as a recipient of the 2025 City & Guilds Foundation Membership Award.
UCG celebrates multiple nominations at two prestigious London awards events
18 November 2025

UCG students and staff have been shortlisted for an array of prestigious London awards, recognising excellence, leadership and innovation across the capital.
CWC student wins prestigious Mayor of London Award
14 November 2025

We are thrilled to announce that Hamzeh Mouallem, a Business student, has won the prestigious Mayor of London Inspirational Adult Learner of the Year Award.
UCG generates ‘£470m boost to UK economy’
13 November 2025

UCG has made a major contribution to London and the wider UK economy, according to a new report by leading economic consultancy London Economics.
Alumni Profile: Claire Martin
07 November 2025

Claire Martin is an award-winning hair professional and established texture expert across London salons and the fashion industry, and a UCG alumni.
UCG retains its industry-leading status as a Microsoft Showcase College
04 November 2025

We are delighted to announce we have retained our status as a Microsoft Showcase College for the sixth year running.
That’s a Wrap! Black History Month at UCG
03 November 2025

Staff and students joined together to celebrate Black History Month - a chance to learn about the achievements and contributions of Black communities with a vibrant event series across all campuses.
Travel and Tourism Students visit Buckingham Palace
28 October 2025

Travel and Tourism students took an educational trip to London’s iconic visitor attraction this month, with a behind-the-scenes look at visitor experience and operations.
BBC visits CNWL to learn more about the key skills required to fix the UK’s housing crisis
22 October 2025

Staff & students featured on the latest episode of Panorama, which explores Labour’s pledge to build 1.5 million new homes in England by 2029.
City of Westminster College celebrates T Levels week with visit from Minister for Skills
15 October 2025

CWC welcomed Minister for Skills Jacqui Smith in celebration of National T Levels Week.
United Colleges Group apprentice shortlisted for Young Builder of the Year Award 2025
09 October 2025

UCG is proud to announce that apprentice David Kane, has been nominated for YouthBuild UK’s national Young Builder of the Year Award 2025.
UCG’s Nadia El Atrash announced as a finalist in the Investors in People Awards 2025
25 September 2025

Nadia El Atrash, Interim Head of HR, has been shortlisted for a prestigious Investors in People Award, for Outstanding Leadership in HR, Wellbeing & HSE.
UCG secures funding to offer life-changing global opportunities to students
13 August 2025

UCG has been awarded funding through the UK Government’s Turing Scheme, marking a major milestone in the college’s commitment to global education and opportunity.
CWC Hosts Visit from Hangzhou No. 4 High School
23 July 2025

This week, CWC was proud to host students and staff from Hangzhou No. 4 High School in China at our Paddington Green Campus.
UCG leads the way in London with Investors in Diversity Gold
11 July 2025

UCG has been awarded the prestigious Investors in Diversity Gold – Leaders in Diversity accreditation by the National Centre for Diversity.
UCG celebrates outstanding success at 2025 Student Awards
27 June 2025

This week, UCG proudly celebrated the dedication, talent, and resilience of its students during the 2025 Award Season.
United Colleges Group students shortlisted for WorldSkills UK National Qualifiers
03 June 2025

Students have made it through the Entry Stages and are now preparing to compete in the WorldSkills UK National Qualifiers this summer
UCG gains mark of ‘Excellence’ in Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard accreditation
21 May 2025

UCG is proud to announce that it has been officially accredited as a Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard employer at Excellence level.
UCG celebrates staff nominations for national awards
16 May 2025

Head of Student Support Services, Diana Brown, and Nadia El Atrash, Senior HR Manager, have both been nominated for prestigious national awards.
City of Westminster College takes the top spot at this year’s Planet Earth Games
08 May 2025

CWC takes first prize in the FE college category of the Planet Earth Games.
Alumni profile: Mark Wilberforce
01 May 2025

We caught up with Mark to learn more about his career since graduating from College of North West London in Media Production and Communications
Zero waste community café launches in Brent, with UCG supported learners at the heart of operations
14 April 2025

Supported learning students make up the kitchen and front of house staff at The Pantry, a new community-run café and cookery school
Positive destinations ahead for students at UCG
25 March 2025

Research, carried out by J2 Research, shows that students at UCG overwhelmingly progress onto positive post-college destinations.
Celebrating the women of UCG's sporting alumni
17 March 2025

We recently welcomed back two trailblazing alumni - Marfa Ekimova & JJ Roble MBE.
Chief Nurse for London NHS among inspiring International Women’s Day panel
07 March 2025

Celebrating International Women’s Day with an esteemed panel of accomplished women from a broad range of sectors.
Electrical Apprentice Wins WorldSkills Award
05 March 2025

College of North West London alum, Andrew Onasanya, wins WorldSkills UK’s Apprentice of the Year.
Students and staff visit 10 Downing Street and meet the Prime Minister
05 March 2025

Staff and students from Euston Skills Centre campus, were proud to be invited to an exclusive event at 10 Downing Street this week.
Catching up with United Colleges Group Apprentices
13 February 2025

It’s National Apprenticeship Week across the UK, and we've been celebrating with a series of panels designed to inspire their next wave of apprentices.
United Colleges Group delighted after being awarded ‘Good’ Ofsted rating
11 February 2025

Report praises 'highly responsive’ curriculum that teaches ‘the most up-to-date skills for industry’.
United Colleges Group spotlights men’s mental health in week-long programme
21 January 2025

Last week, UCG celebrated its annual EmpowerMENt Week, an initiative designed to raise awareness around mental health, particularly for male students.
United Colleges Group named top London college in prestigious Inclusive UK Employers list
25 November 2024

UCG are delighted to announce they have been named as one of National Centre for Diversity’sTop 100 Inclusive UK Employers for 2024.
Football legend Andy Cole visits City of Westminster College
17 October 2024

We were delighted to welcome footballing legend Andy Cole to our Paddington Campus this week.
UCG celebrates 2024’s Supported Internship Graduates
04 September 2024

This summer, we celebrated another cohort of interns graduating from our Supported Internships programme.
GCSE Success at United Colleges Group
22 August 2024

UCG is beaming with pride as students receive their GCSE results.
United Colleges Group gains prestigious Investors in People accreditation
05 August 2024

United Colleges Group is pleased to announce it has been awarded its first Investors in People® (IIP) accreditation.
United Colleges Group honours students in annual awards ceremonies
09 July 2024

UCG hosted the 2024 Student of the Year Awards at our Paddington and Willesden Campuses.
Student and Teacher Q&A Session
20 June 2024

Here we feature inspiring interviews with our diverse and talented students and staff - showcasing their experiences, achievements, and insights.
NetZero for Young People
07 June 2024

The NetZero for Young People experience day took students through the London NetZero strategy and the Green Careers industry.
Mark Kiss selected to represent the UK at WorldSkills Lyon 2024
10 May 2024

College of North West London Web Technologies student Mark, has made the UK team for WorldSkills Lyon 2024.
Performing Arts students visit Little Angel Theatre Company
03 May 2024

Performing Arts students recently had the chance to work with the Little Angel Theatre Company on their puppetry skills.
New World of Work hub gets learners ready for employment
30 April 2024

UCG launch an exciting new careers hub, equipped to support learners at college and beyond.
ESOL students Mind the Gap experience
19 April 2024

ESOL students performed several sketches of their own devising at the Kiln theatre in Kilburn.
Consent workshop with Andra Love
20 March 2024

Andra Love and Latoyah Payne attended college to facilitate a session on Consent vs Coercion with the students.
Sports Give Back Awards
29 February 2024

College staff were honoured to be invited to this year’s Sports Give Back awards at Cadogan Hall - a truly inspiring event.
Hasmeta Yadev wins Apprentice of the Year Award
21 February 2024

Congratulations to Hasmeta Yadev, who took home the coveted Apprentice of the Year award at the 2024 West London Business Awards.
Student enterprise challenge - Launch Pad
12 February 2024

Volunteers from Young Enterprise, KPMG and Mastercard visited our Paddington campus and delivered an enterprise event.
United Colleges Group’s Euston Skills Centre is an innovation in education
09 February 2024

UCG are delighted to announce the launch of the Euston Skills Centre — an innovative new learning hub for students.
Civil Engineering & Construction students’ day out with Berkeley St Edward & LSBU
09 February 2024

Civil Engineering & Construction students’ day out with Berkeley St Edward and London South Bank University, in celebration of Apprenticeship Week.
UCG celebrate EmpowerMENt week
08 February 2024

Last month UCG hosted over 30 activities attracting 400+ students during its EmpowerMENt week – delving into various aspects of men's mental health and wellbeing.
T Level students visit of former Paddington Police Station site
07 February 2024

Out T Level Civil Engineering students were treated to a building site visit, overlooking the old Paddington police station this month, organised by Proud Places & Berkeley Homes.
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week
05 February 2024

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, we shine a light on some of our Apprentices studying at UCG.
A Level Law students visit the Supreme Court
29 January 2024

First year A Level Law students visited the Supreme Court, the highest court in the UK.
Macey makes Christmas lunch a special day for elderly group
17 January 2024

Music student, Macey, sang her way into the hearts of a group of elderly people from Barnet after being invited to a charity’s Christmas lunch.
Students ‘Proud’ to be a part of history
20 December 2023

Students from CWC got the chance to change London’s landscape during their latest project with Proud Places.
Sports star Marfa inspires students with visit to CWC
19 December 2023

CWC were delighted to welcome gymnastics star Marfa Ekimova back campus recently for a special visit.
It’s a ‘plasterclass’ from UCG at prestigious awards ceremony
11 December 2023

It was double delight for UCG at the recent FIS and Worshipful Company of Plaisterers Training Awards ceremony held in London.
Winter wonderland at House of Medics Ball
11 December 2023

Science students had a ball at the House of Medics Winter gala on at Montcalm Royal London House.
UCG apprentices are nominated for top award
08 December 2023

UCG would like to congratulate two of our Apprentices who were nominated for the ‘Apprentice of the Year’ prize at the West London Business Awards.
Students enjoy driving instructions from UK motoring experts The AA
08 December 2023

Motor Vehicle department recently enjoyed a different kind of ‘driving lesson’ — with The AA experts!
Students learn how to build careers at top UK firm
29 November 2023

Construction Students were given a perfect platform to help build their future — after visiting the London HQ of leading UK developers Kier Group Plc.
Student makes his Mark at WorldSkills UK finals
22 November 2023

Mark Kiss, from the CNWL, took top prize in the Website Design category at the WorldSkills UK awards ceremony.
Students climb ladder of success during residential stay
21 November 2023

UCG students had the chance to show off their teamwork skills during a recent residential stay at Grosvenor Hall, Ashford.
UCG hosts new business networking events
15 November 2023

UCG host breakfast events for companies to network, talk about T Levels, and discuss the importance of developing and growing the next generation of employees.
Appliance of science sees UCG student reach final of UK event
09 November 2023

Cassandra Fernandes a second-year Level 3 Science student at CNWL has reached the national finals in the WorldSkills UK 2023 Laboratory Technician competition.
Dancing dreams come true as students shine on big stage
26 October 2023

Students stole the show at this year’s Dance Westminster competition as their stunning performances earned them the top spots on the podium.
UCG triumph at Westminster Business Council Awards
24 October 2023

UCG are celebrating after being crowned the Diversity & Inclusion Champion at the Westminster Business Council Awards
UCG educators showcase talents
20 October 2023

UCG have successfully retained the title of Microsoft Showcase College — and we now have 10 new Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Experts too!
Students take part in special BBC News interview
22 September 2023

Students were delighted to be given the opportunity to talk about issues facing young people in a wide-ranging BBC News interview
UCG shortlisted for two prestigious awards
20 September 2023

UCG are delighted to be nominated in two categories at the forthcoming Westminster Business Council Awards.
Cultural Day 2023: Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion
20 July 2023

Enrichment team collaborates with Travel & Tourism and Health & Social Care departments to host a spectacular Cultural Day 2023.
Brent Council Resolves to Grant Planning Approval for College of North West London New Campus Plans
14 July 2023

A proposal by CNWL to build a state-of-the-art new college campus on Olympic Way in Wembley, has passed another milestone.