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NEWS 09-02-2026

Anya’s Apprenticeship Bus Achievement Unveiled

A colourful bus designed by a City of Portsmouth College art and design student made an off route stop this week, as it pulled into Guildhall Square for its official unveiling.

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A movie poster for the short film, Lessons Learnt, by the Tuesday Club Studios.

NEWS 02-03-2026

From blackboard to clapperboard – how an idea turned into a short film for COPC adult learners

You wouldn’t think a group of adult learners studying photography would branch out into filmmaking, but an intrepid band of City of Portsmouth students have done just that.

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Picture of COPC student Gwendolyn, who is in line to become a famous Norland Nanny

NEWS 25-02-2026

Gwendolyn’s Norland dreams about to become reality

They’re the nannies who care for the children of the rich, the famous and the royal. They’re the Norland Nannies, and one of City of Portsmouth College’s own is about to take the next step in joining them.

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A promotional image for the metal band Kilowatt, who are nominated for the Portsmouth Music Awards 2026

NEWS 24-02-2026

COPC rocks! Student band nominated for Portsmouth Music Awards

A band featuring two City of Portsmouth College students has been nominated twice for the 2026 Portsmouth Music Awards – and you can vote for them to win!

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City of Portsmouth College students in the hallowed rooms of Abbey Road studios

NEWS 23-02-2026

Following in the Fab Four's Footsteps on Abbey Road

City of Portsmouth College students have followed in the footsteps of musical giants with a visit to the iconic Abbey Road Institute in London.

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Members of the City of Portsmouth College marketing team collecting their award at the 2026 FE First Awards, Birmingham

NEWS 05-02-2026

City of Portsmouth College wins silver in national marketing awards

City of Portsmouth College (COPC) has won silver at an awards ceremony celebrating the work of marketing teams from further education colleges across the country.

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NEWS 21-01-2026

City of Portsmouth College becomes new host for Moving Forward

City of Portsmouth College (COPC) is proud to announce it is the new host for Moving Forward, Portsmouth’s flagship event supporting young people and adults with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

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Isni Basha from Wilten Construction, far left, with staff and students from City of Portsmouth College

NEWS 14-01-2026

Pioneering partnership leads to CSCS card presentation

City of Portsmouth College (COPC) students, who aim to forge a career in construction, have been granted a vital boost to their work ambitions with the awarding of fully funded CSCS cards.

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Winners of the 2025 Sixth Form Awards gather on stage for a group photo

NEWS 19-12-2025

Prizes galore for Sixth Form's star students

Hard work, exceptional results, team spirit, going the extra mile and leading by example are all attributes of the winners of this year's City of Portsmouth College Sixth Form Awards.

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NEWS 17-12-2025

City of Portsmouth College winter closures

All City of Portsmouth College campuses officially close for the winter break at lunchtime on Friday 19 December, reopening for lessons on Tuesday 6 January 2026.

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Students get involved in voting at the City of Portsmouth College A Level Politics Mock Election 2025

NEWS 16-12-2025

Lively mock election at City of Portsmouth College ends in historical first-ever tie

Clapping, booing, insightful questions and bold statements – and an historic tie – were all part of the picture at City of Portsmouth College’s annual A level Politics Mock Election at Sixth Form Campus.

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Left, Katy Quinn with winning artist Anya Velez

NEWS 05-12-2025

Anya’s Apprenticeship Bus design gets the green light

A special bus, which will tour Portsmouth to promote the power of apprenticeships early next year, will have the pride of City of Portsmouth College upon it.

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A group of people cheering in front of Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower

NEWS 04-12-2025

City of Portsmouth College backs bid for UK City of Culture status

City of Portsmouth College is backing the bid for Portsmouth to gain UK City of Culture status in 2029.

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