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University centre
Truro & Penwith
The University Centre Truro & Penwith is key to the future of higher education in Cornwall. With our continued, sector-led course developments, Truro's South West Institute of Technology Valency building and the STEM & Health Skills Centre in Bodmin, the College’s 19+ provision is moving forward into a new era, emphasised by our latest project; Cornwall Space and Aerospace Technology Training (CSATT).
Why Choose the University Centre
There are many reasons why students choose to study with us. We strive to be high quality, friendly and student focused and our staff recognise that their job is to teach and support students so that they can graduate and move into a successful career.
Cornwall is fast gaining recognition for its spirit of innovation, creativity and entrepreneurialism, and has a can-do, inclusive culture that attracts people of all ages, backgrounds and personalities. Studying at the University Centre, with access and links to some of the region's most dynamic industries and organisations, puts you at the heart of this transformation.
Our courses are approved by the University of Plymouth, University of Greenwich, or Pearson, the national provider of HNC and HND qualifications.
Click above to watch our film about studying at the University Centre Truro & Penwith and the facilities and opportunities available to you.
Additional information
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our events
Dec
14
Next Steps South West Higher Education Fair
Truro
1:15 pm - 5:00 pm
December 14 - December 14
1:15 pm - 5:00 pm
December 14 - December 14
Jan
27
STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin Saturday Open Day
STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
January 27, 2024 - January 27, 2024
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
January 27, 2024 - January 27, 2024
our stories
DEAN – Certificate in Education
Dean’s career journey has seen him move from Bartender to Hospitality assessor and now fully qualified Lecturer. He chose to study for a Certificate in Education at the University Centre Truro & Penwith and graduated in 2023 winning the prestigious Education Award. He is now a Hospitality Lecturer at Penwith College where he teaches at the UK’s Best College Restaurant 2022, Senara.
Dave’s Story
Dave, a retired Police Officer with a non-academic background, has been inspired to embark on an incredible academic journey by the Future Skills Institute at Truro & Penwith College, that has transformed his perspective on learning, his own capabilities and has seen him gain vital functional skills and a first-class degree to further his career.
Emma – BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing
Keeping an open mind to the area of Nursing she would like to specialise in, Emma is enjoying the variety of her placements and the course structure that the Adult Nursing degree is giving her.
Anna – BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing
Returning to education as a mature student to pursue to her dream of becoming an Ambulance Nurse, Anna is enjoying every minute of the journey towards her new career.
