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  • Dawn Barden caretaker standing smiling at camera

    Staff Spotlight: Dawn Barden

    Meet Kingsway Campus Lead Caretaker Dawn Barden. From catering and cleaning, to caretaking, Dawn's been vital in supporting behind the scenes at Dundee and Angus College for several years. But she's not just a jack-of-all trades at work, she has some serious skills outside of college too!

    26 March 2025
    26 March 2025
  • Pete standing in ICT storage room

    Staff Spotlight: Peter Sorley

    Meet Senior IT Service Desk Technician Pete Sorley. Pete took a leap as a mature student and pursued an HND in Computer Networking at Dundee and Angus College. He's never looked back and is now a key part of our IT team.

    26 February 2025
    26 February 2025
  • Student Lewis sitting at desk

    Student Story: Lewis' Business Journey

    Hi, I’m Lewis Simms, an 18-year-old Business & Administration student here at Dundee & Angus College. After exploring various different areas of interest, I discovered that administration is the path that I enjoy the most.

    19 February 2025
    19 February 2025
  • Student Noelle standing in front of car in garage

    Student Story: Noelle's Engineering Journey

    Hi, I’m Noelle Copland, a 20-year-old Automotive Engineering student here at Dundee & Angus College. I wanted a career that was both hands-on and challenging, and growing up around cars and helping my dad in the garage sparked a lifelong interest in the motor industry.  

    29 January 2025
    29 January 2025
  • Students showcasing their chocolate work during Industry Week

    Hospitality & Professional Cookery Industry Week: Turning Passion into Profession

    Last week, our Hospitality and Professional Cookery students embarked on a week-long journey of inspiration, skill-building, and career exploration during Industry Week.

    23 January 2025
    23 January 2025
  • Woman smiling standing in college reception area

    Staff Spotlight: Kat Simpson

    Meet Academic Partnerships Officer Kat Simpson. With over two decades of experience at Dundee and Angus College, Kat's played an important role in our college community for years. She's currently using her positive energy and determination to inspire school pupils through our Senior Phase programme.

    22 January 2025
    22 January 2025
  • The final piece created by Ian Ritchie, Madeline Smith

    Behind the Canvas, Discover Ian Ritchie’s Creative Journey

    We are proud to announce that Ian Ritchie, one of our talented Art & Design lecturers, is currently featured in the Process, Process, Process exhibition at Aberdeen Art Gallery.

    17 January 2025
    17 January 2025
  • Senior Phase Hospitality students serving smiles and hot drinks at the Festive Fayre at our Arbroath campus

    Festive Celebrations at Our Arbroath Campus

    On December 13th, the Taste Restaurant at our Arbroath Campus was transformed into a festive wonderland for a Christmas Fayre, organised and run by the students of the Moving Forward B programme, and supported by the Senior Phase Hospitality students.

    19 December 2024
    19 December 2024
  • Ollie Killean

    Student Story: Ollie's Cyber Security Journey

    Hi, I’m Ollie Killean, an HND Cyber Security student here at Dundee & Angus College. After my fourth year at high school, I realised the traditional school system didn’t suit my learning style, so I took a different path, and it has been the best decision I’ve made.

    18 December 2024
    18 December 2024
  • Member of staff Claire Halliday smiling and leaning on desk

    Staff Spotlight: Claire Halliday

    Meet Digital Advisor Claire Halliday. Claire's D&A journey began during her time on the DFN Project SEARCH course. This, along with her passion for digital and learning, supported her to transition into work and secure a role at D&A.

    11 December 2024
    11 December 2024