Rachael Hamilton, MSP, recently visited Borders College to engage with staff and students and talk about the challenges facing further education in Scotland. The visit provided insights into the college’s facilities and the experiences of its community.
Principal Pete Smith welcomed Ms Hamilton and emphasized the crucial role of further education in equipping students with essential skills. Discussions focused on funding constraints and ensuring courses align with industry needs.
During her tour, Ms Hamilton visited the construction workshops, where students train in areas such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical engineering. She spoke with students about their hands-on learning experiences and how the college prepares them for future careers.
She then explored the Cyber Lab and Esports Studio, which equip students with digital skills for emerging industries. Rachael met with Schools Academy students, gaining early exposure to technology careers. Conversations highlighted the growing demand for cyber security professionals.
At the Esports Studio, she observed students in gaming and discussed career opportunities in esports, event management, and digital content creation.
