Open Day: Saturday 21st March 2026 at Cardonald Campus from 10am -12pm

Open Day: Saturday 21st March 2026 at Cardonald Campus from 10am -12pm

 

We’re inviting prospective students to our next Open Day at Cardonald Campus. Come along to find out more about  full time courses starting in August, and to get advice about life at Glasgow Clyde. Our friendly staff will be on hand throughout the event to answer questions about coming to college.

 

Anyone interested can register to attend here: Open Days | Glasgow Clyde College

Senior Phase College Applications

The Level 4-7 programme College application websites are open for registrations

If you have pupils interested in the Level 4-7 programmes please direct them to the relevant college links provided below

City of Glasgow – City of Glasgow

Glasgow Clyde – Glasgow Clyde

Glasgow Kelvin – Glasgow Kelvin

Full Course Prospectus- Prospectus

Please note that when directing pupils to the colleges, that no taxis will be authorised for pupils on the Level 4-7 programmes, pupils will be expected to self-travel on the bus or Train tickets can be requested

 

City Building 2026 modern apprenticeship recruitment is now LIVE on Yattle.

City Building 2026 modern apprenticeship recruitment is now LIVE on Yattle.

 

Opportunities include:

  • Joiners
  • Painters
  • Plumbers
  • Electricians
  • Plasterers
  • Roofers
  • Lift Engineer

 

All vacancies will close on Sunday 12th April 2026

 

Entry Criteria:

Applicants must either live in Glasgow or attend a Glasgow school. Please note, due to funding criteria, there is an age restriction and the opportunities are available for the following:

 

  • 16-19 YEAR OLDS
  • 20-29 YEAR OLDS WITH A DISABILITY
  • 20-29 YEAR OLDS WHO ARE CARE EXPERIENCED

 

How to Apply:

Please go to the website https://www.yattle.co.uk/ and download the app via Apple Store or Google Play by searching for Yattle: Choose Work

 

For Support:

Please contact Yattle or City Building directly:

 

info@yattle.co.uk

cbapprenticerecruitment@citybuildingglasgow.co.uk

Scottish Power Opportunities- School Leavers

We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for our paid placements with Scottish Power for 2026/27!

Please share this with your S5/S6/Year 13 students who might be seeking/benefit from a paid 12 month placement in industry after they finish school.

Scottish Power is a long-term partner with EDT, offering exciting placement work, which might also lead to potentially post-placement opportunities, such as apprenticeships, paid vacation work during a degree or graduate scheme opportunities!

 

What does Scottish Power do?

Scottish Power transmit, distribute and connect electricity to and from millions of homes and businesses over their network and is one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and are a world leader in wind energy. Scottish Power Renewables are building new solar, wind, battery and green hydrogen infrastructure – ready for the increasing demand for more green, secure and affordable energy to help deliver a better future, quicker.

 

What types of placement work do Scottish Power offer?

There are 5 main areas of work, such as;

  • Business & Corporate
  • Marketing & Communications
  • Cyber/IT & Data
  • Engineering & Technical
  • Finance

For further details on placements, visit our website’s vacancy page here

 

To apply for these roles (or other non-Scottish Power roles), complete an online application form on our website here(*scroll down for the Apply Now button).

 

Where are Scottish Power sites based in the UK?

Glasgow, Cumbernauld and Northwest England.

 

Am I eligible?

Students need to;

  • Be in S5/S6 or Year 13 when they apply to the scheme.
  • Have the Right to Work in the UK.
  • Be available for a paid 12-month, full time, placement – starting 7th September 2026.

 

Why do students complete an EDT Placement?

There can be a variety of reasons why students decide to apply for a placement, here are the main ones;

  • To gain hands-on relevant skills & experience in a subject or industry they’re considering for the future.
  • To help decide on future career paths (apprenticeship or university degree course).
  • To gain everyday experience and confidence within a work environment.
  • To learn in a new way, outside of the classroom.
  • To develop potential links with an employer for future opportunities.

 

What are the benefits to the EDT Placements scheme?

Each student receives;

  • CV & Interview support.
  • Mentor support throughout their placement, if placed.
  • An opportunity to join free Skills Webinars, called the Masterclasses (with topics such as, project management and time management), if placed.
  • An opportunity to gain an Industrial Cadets Platinum or Platinum Leader Award, if placed.

 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our friendly team at EDTPlacements@etrust.org.uk

KPSS Community VLOG 13.02.26

Please find our latest KPSS Community VLOG where you can see clips of our talented young people who performed at our fantastic Mother Tongue event last night!

We would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a wonderful long weekend and look forward to welcoming young people back to school on Thursday 19th at 8.50am.

RAF & Smallpeice Trust S3 Stem Day

🚀 Huge thanks to the Royal Air Force and The Smallpeice Trust for delivering the Blast Off to RIAT STEM Day.
Our S3 physicists took part in hands-on challenges, designing and testing prototypes while exploring forces, drag and space science linked to real-world STEM careers. 🌟✈️
#STEM #RAF #SmallpeiceTrust #RIAT

Senior Phase Prospectus- City of Glasgow College

I am delighted to be able to share our School College Partnership programme prospectus for 2026/27.
As you will see, we have a number of new or returning courses including HNC Business, Introduction to British Sign Language and our online Twilight Higher Languages options.
Senior Phase College applications open via the colleges website on the 18th of February.  I have attached a “how-to” guide which will take your students through the process step-by-step.
Remember this is for young people in S5 and 6 looking to do part time college on a Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. You should also have chosen college as your second option on your options forms.

Further Basketball Sucess

King’s Park Senior Boys basketball team have secured their 2nd win of the season against Inverclyde Academy, taking them to a 50% win record for the season so far. A huge performance from the whole team, with MVP Jack Dennis leading the way with 12 points.

Other notable mentions…

King’s Park got off to a fast start with quick baskets by Quinn Devine and Cole McLaughlan, setting the tempo for the game. The team were buoyed by Nifemi Ayorinde’s big night rebounding, Jeantain Oyono’s quick hands on defence, and Jack Dennis on the fast break. A memorable debut performance for Finlay Harper saw him become a natural leader of the team. Big buckets from Keith Ncube and Charlie Hampton late on secured the win for Kings Park 31-28.

Glasgow Clyde College- Schools NPA Engineering Online Session

Our Engineering department, with support from BAE Systems, would like to invite you to an online information session showcasing our Schools NPA Engineering course, which is delivered at our Anniesland Campus.

This session is aimed at schools, local authorities, students, and parent/ carers who would like to learn more about the course, delivery model and progression opportunities.

Event details:
📅 Monday 9th February
⏰ 6.00 – 6.30pm
📍 Online via Microsoft Teams (link will be sent by email three days before the event)

The session will cover:

  • An overview of the Schools NPA Engineering course with our BAE Systems Early Careers Practitioner and Engineering Curriculum Manager
  • Course delivery at Anniesland Campus
  • Industry support from BAE Systems
  • Entry requirements and pupil suitability
  • Progression routes and next steps
  • Q&A opportunity

To register, please book via Eventbrite using the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/schools-npa-engineering-online-information-session-tickets-1980712724077?aff=oddtdtcreator

Further course information is available here:
https://www.glasgowclyde.ac.uk/study/schools/courses-for-pupils/1154-npa-engineering-supported-by-bae-systems