The achievements of Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group's (NSCG) Higher Education students were recently celebrated at the college's graduation ceremony.

On Thursday 2 July, graduates, their family and friends, college staff and key stakeholders came together at the NSCG Newcastle College Performing Arts Centre to mark the students' academic milestone.

The ceremony celebrated the "momentous achievement" of NSCG's HE graduates who completed a university-level course and had their well-earned moment in the spotlight, receiving their Higher National Certificate (HNC) and Higher National Diploma (HND) qualifications.

In a full to capacity theatre, with supportive family and friends creating an electric atmosphere to remember, graduates from a variety of subject areas including Computing, Digital Content Creation, Engineering, Esports, Education and Early Years, Health and Social Care, Performing Arts and Sports Coaching and Physical Education took to the stage to be awarded their certificates.

NSCG Deputy Principal, Shelley Brown opened the ceremony with a warm welcome to graduates, their guests, staff, employer partners, and governors.

Shelley Brown, Deputy Principal of NSCG said: "Graduation is far more than the end of a course – it marks the beginning of a lifetime of opportunity.

"Today we celebrate not only academic achievement, but also the resilience, determination and ambition that have brought our graduates to this point.

"We are incredibly proud to have supported each of our HE learners on their unique journey at NSCG and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in their professions, their communities and beyond. Congratulations to the Class of 2026."

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Level 3 Performing Arts students also performed at the event (image via NSCG)

Gordon Mole, Chief Executive Officer of Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council gave a keynote speech and took to the stage to present the graduates with their certificates.

Entertaining guests during the ceremony, Level 3 Performing Arts students also performed uplifting pieces of music, showcasing their talent for live music.

HE Alumni, John Henry also delivered a thought-provoking reading entitled 'Continue' by Maya Angelou, to inspire learners as they take the next steps in their careers.

A number of students also received additional 'Student of the Year' accolades, with guests hearing about each recipient's academic journey to successfully completing their courses.

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