Coordinates: 52°41′49″N 2°29′53″W / 52.697°N 2.498°W Telford College of Arts and Technology (TCAT) is a further education college in Telford, Shropshire, England. It operates from one main site and many in-company training sites and community-based courses spread out across Shropshire and the whole of the United Kingdom. It is sometimes known as "Telford College" but should not be confused with Telford College in Edinburgh.
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History[edit]
The college was founded in 1892 by Charles Walker as the Walker Technical College. It was based in Oakengates, Shropshire. Later, it moved to a larger campus on the outskirts of Wellington which became the part of new town of Telford.
In 2006 it received very good grades after an OFSTED inspection.[1]
In 2008 the college celebrated the Queens Anniversary Award with a visit to Buckingham Palace to meet Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh.
Student numbers[edit]
It has over 16,000 students: 1200 full-time, 15,000 part-time. Students at present include school leavers, individuals taking a second chance at education, employees of multi-national companies and overseas students.
Course provision[edit]
The college offers a wide range of vocational courses including NVQs, professional, preparatory degree and tailor-made programmes. Courses combine practical skills with theoretical studies and prepare students over 16 for employment and higher education.
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External links[edit]
- Telford College of Arts and Technology Website
- Telford College Superdome sports Website
- Telford College Activ8 young persons 14-16yrs Website
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