The Cornwall College Group

The Cornwall College Group is an Ofsted Outstanding college and a leading provider of apprenticeships in Cornwall, offering one of the largest and most diverse apprenticeship programmes. With a strong reputation for excellence, the College is committed to developing a highly skilled workforce that meets both current industry demands and future economic needs.

Engineering and manufacturing sit at the core of the curriculum, reflecting the priorities of local communities and the growing demand for technical expertise. A key strength of the College is its close collaboration with employers, who play a central role in shaping the design of engineering programmes. By working directly with industry partners, the College ensures that qualifications and training are aligned with the real-world demands of engineering, equipping learners with the skills, behaviours, and knowledge required in the workplace.

Students benefit from access to modern workshops and industry-standard laboratories, providing an ideal environment to develop skills across mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and design disciplines. Through hands-on learning, learners gain practical experience in key processes such as CAD, CAM, and CNC, while also exploring the wider impact of engineering on society, the environment, and the economy.

Courses are delivered by experienced industry specialists with strong employer connections, ensuring training is both current and professionally relevant. With opportunities to work on live projects and use cutting-edge equipment, students graduate with the confidence, practical expertise, and industry insight needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving engineering sector.

MEMBER BENEFITS

Do you want to gain from insights on manufacturing matters affecting your company, your employees and the manufacturing industry in Cornwall and the UK?

Join our network.

Our informal forum is a friendly supportive network that provides best practice and advice, by bringing manufacturing companies together in a non-competitive environment of mutual trust.

Accessibility to funding, advice, research and training

Direct links to local government plus regional & national representation

Quarterly meetings with industry experts