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Applications are now open for January 2027 entry onto Nursing Associate and Mental Health Nursing programmes at University Centre Truro and Penwith.

After 17 years away from education, Sam Elson-Jones returned to the classroom to pursue her ambition of studying law. At 33, she began with an Access course and now, has graduated with a First-Class degree, won a partnership prize and secured a place on a master’s programme.

Students at the University Centre Truro & Penwith are celebrating exceptional Results Day success, with more than 76% of graduating students achieving either First Class or Upper Second-Class Honours degrees.

Truro and Penwith College has confirmed that Robert Townsend will step down as Chair of the Corporation at the end of the academic year, with fellow governor Kay Penney set to take up the role from September.

The University Centre Truro & Penwith has officially opened its new £2.2 million AI-Enabled Computing and Cyber Labs, expanding university-level education and training opportunities in Cornwall.

Truro and Penwith College has officially welcomed Carl Riding as its new Principal, marking the start of a new chapter for one of the South West’s leading tertiary colleges.

Truro and Penwith College is delighted to announce that Carl Riding has been appointed as its next Principal and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Truro and Penwith College will create a new, state-of-the-art Computing and Cyber Laboratory, equipped to deliver advanced training in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security and Software Development, after securing more than £2 million from the Office for Students (OfS).

Over 700 students, family members and staff celebrated the 27th Graduation Ceremony of the University Centre Truro & Penwith.

University Centre Truro & Penwith Results Day 2025