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Robert Townsend and Kay Penny shaking hands outside the Allen building at Truro College.

Truro and Penwith College confirms planned Chair of the Corporation handover

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.
07 July 2026
Truro
A student stands outside holding two pieces of her artwork. One painting of a skull on stacked books and a candle and the other of a young girl and horse.

Talented Student Receives Colin Fell Award to Support Next Creative Chapter

A student described by staff as possessing a rare combination of creativity, sensitivity and resilience has been named as a recipient of this year's Colin Fell Award. Georgia Slater received the honour in recognition of her achievements both inside and outside the classroom.
07 July 2026
Events
Edie Newman stood outside at the College with her hands in front of her.

Colin Fell Award Winner Edie Newman Dewhurst Reflects on a Transformative College Journey

Award-winning student Edie Newman Dewhurst has described her time at college as a life changing experience after receiving the prestigious Colin Fell Award in recognition of her academic excellence, resilience and contribution to college life.
07 July 2026
Events
An apprentice works at a desk that has a computer, plant pot and phone on it.

College Seeks Employers as Award-Winning Apprenticeship Programme Drives Surge in Applicants

Following national recognition for its outstanding Apprenticeship provision, Truro and Penwith College is calling on employers across Cornwall to help support the next generation of local talent, with its expert Industry Engagement Consultants supporting employers to unlock up to £3,000 in Government incentives and no National Insurance Contributions for under 25s.
29 June 2026
Apprenticeships

Truro and Penwith College strengthens Truro City FC partnership as Official Education Partner

The new activity will bring student opportunities, player pathways and professional sport in Cornwall to life.
26 June 2026
Sport
A student stands in front of her art work at the Truro College Art Exhibition. There are models of hands and paintings of hands and people on the walls.

Roman Emperors, Human Connections and Personal Stories Inspire Creative Arts Students’ Summer Show

Tomorrow's talented creatives wowed parents, friends and VIP guests at this year's Creative Arts Summer Show (CASE) at Truro and Penwith College.
11 June 2026
Events
Principal Carl Riding presents an award to a young woman at the 30 under 30 awards.

College Alumni Among Cornwall’s Rising Business Stars

The awards just kept coming for Truro and Penwith College’s outstanding alumni at this year’s prestigious Cornwall Chamber of Commerce 30 Under 30 Awards.
02 June 2026
Events
A tutor writes on a whiteboard as students stand behind her. One student holds a calculator in his hands.

Major Cornwall Education and Skills Festival to Bring Region’s Education Community Together

Teachers, school leaders, support staff, careers professionals, training providers, employers and education organisations from across Cornwall and the South West are being invited to a major new education event this summer.
18 May 2026
Events
Dr Emily Myatt (Centre), Dean of the University Centre Truro & Penwith with Hayley McKinstry (second left), Director of Business Partnerships and Skills, Adele Bull (second right), Director of People, Culture and Curriculum, Charli Style (third right), Head of Business, Skills and Apprenticeships, flanked by Computing Lecturer Paul Smith and Alex Davies.

£2.2m AI-Enabled Computing and Cyber Labs Open at the University Centre Truro & Penwith

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.
30 April 2026
University Centre
A group of students stood outside with their arms around each other and medals around their necks.

Truro College celebrates impressive all-round success at the AoC National Championships

Truro College is celebrating strong all-round success at the AoC National Championships, with students delivering standout performances across multiple disciplines. Leading the way, the College’s indoor cricket team claimed the national title in Nottingham, while athletes competing in cross country and table tennis also secured podium finishes, contributing to an impressive overall result for Team South West.
20 April 2026
Enrichment
A group of students and staff wearing high vis jackets and hard hats stood in front of a large structure.

Truro and Penwith College students feature on BBC’s The One Show exploring future careers in geothermal and lithium sectors

Geothermal Engineering Limited (GEL) and Truro and Penwith College in the spotlight as industry and education come together in the region.
14 April 2026
Apprenticeships
Lecturers and senior management stand with a student who has received an award.

Media Alumni Shine at Prestigious RTS Devon & Cornwall Student Awards

Truro and Penwith College is celebrating the outstanding achievements of two former Creative Media Production & Technology students, who were recognised at this year’s prestigious RTS Devon & Cornwall Student Awards, held at the Regal Theatre in Redruth. The ceremony, sponsored by Screen Cornwall and hosted by ‘Kernow King’ Ed Rowe, celebrated the very best emerging talent in film and media across the region.
09 April 2026
Truro

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