West Lothian College
Introduction
West Lothian College has developed an
award-winning customer focus by aiming to meet business needs,
providing tailored management and training programmes. They also
offer many HND courses and teach English to those who speak other
languages. It’s a welcoming small college with a high staff/student
ratio; 20 students max in each class fosters a supportive
atmosphere that enhances the learning process. Excellent
relationships with local employers such as the council and
businesses such as Johnston & Johnston and BSkyB provide career
opportunities for students.
Quick facts
Website
address
http://www.west-lothian.ac.uk/
Courses
62 full-time
courses including HND programmes in Computing and Technical
Support, Sports Coaching and Fitness, Health and Exercise. Strong
Management and Training area. - Companies send employees to the
college to improve their skills and qualifications.
Highlights
In 2005 the
college won two awards in recognition of its outstanding customer
service and focus; 'Highly Commended for External Customer Service
to Businesses' and the 'Highly Commended for Internal Customer
Service for Support Services to Students' award.
They run a very successful commercial salon
where students in Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing and Complementary
Therapy can train. Customers enjoy substantially discounted prices
on all treatments. They also run a training restaurant, open for
lunch and dinner with a discounted à la carte menu.
Location
Livingston - just 30 minutes’ drive from the
centre of Edinburgh.
Full-time students: 1,349
Part-time students: 3,140
International students:
Smaller numbers of international students facilitates greater
integration with students and families, extending mutual cultural
development. International Centre provides support throughout such
as help in finding accommodation, starting with a helpful and
welcoming induction programme.
