Student Life at James Watt College

Being a student means much more than just education and training. The college also has an active and lively Student Association, set up to help students make the most of their studies and also enjoy themselves in the process! The Association arranges social events, trips abroad, fund-raising and campaigns on issues affecting student life.

Membership

Membership of the Student Association, which is affiliated to the National Union of Students (NUS), is voluntary and those who choose not to be members will not be unfairly disadvantaged. National Union of Students (NUS) Website

Student Presidents

Each year, the students elect two part-time Student Association Presidents for the two areas covered by the college - Inverclyde and North Ayrshire. At present, the Association is co-ordinated by Geraldine Shambach, the elected Student President for Inverclyde, and Clare Lydon, the elected Student President for North Ayrshire.

Both Presidents are based in their respective Learner Support Centres, on a full-time basis, at the Finnart and North Ayrshire campuses, and are also available at the Waterfront and Largs campuses.

Local Area

James Watt College covers a huge area of the West of Scotland. Use our guide to each local area for the best attractions and activities.

JWSA Guide to Social Life

We have students from all walks of life from all over the world. As a result social life as a student of James Watt College can be varied and very interesting.