Powering Scotland’s Future in Aerospace

Ayrshire is home to one of Scotland’s most exciting growth sectors, with global aerospace ambitions centred right here at Prestwick. At Ayrshire College, we’re proud to play a leading role in building the skills, partnerships and innovation that keep this sector flying high.

Through world-class facilities, strong employer partnerships and hands-on training, we’re empowering people for a changing world - giving learners the confidence, creativity and technical expertise to take their place in an evolving industry.

Created with the support of our partners, including:

Driving innovation, skills and opportunity

Our partnerships with leading employers such as GE Aerospace, Woodward, Storm Aviation and Prestwick Aircraft Maintenance Ltd (PAML) ensure our learners gain real-world experience from day one.

Together, we’re developing the specialist skills that Scotland’s future economy needs - from sustainable aviation and advanced composites to digital engineering and manufacturing.

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Ayrshire College is a fundamental part of the aerospace cluster in Scotland. It has a hugely strong apprenticeship programme and that's substantially important to the needs of the industry that it supports and serves.

Paul Sheerin, Chief Executive, Scottish Engineering

Ayrshire College is proud to be at the heart of Scotland’s aerospace future. By working with world-class employers, we are creating clear pathways from training into high-value careers. This documentary shows how our College and our partners are empowering people for a changing world and driving the skills and innovation that fuel economic growth in Ayrshire and beyond.

Angela Cox, Principal and Chief Executive, Ayrshire College

Professional Learning

We’re proud to be Ayrshire’s Partner of Choice for skills development and innovation. From designing bespoke training and apprenticeship programmes, our Business Engagement and Innovation team works closely with employers across the region. If your organisation is ready to invest in future skills, we’d love to hear from you.

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Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships at Ayrshire College combine on campus learning with hands-on experience in industry. Working alongside local and global employers, apprentices gain practical skills, recognised qualifications and the confidence to succeed in high-value careers. Our apprenticeship programmes are developed with employers to meet the demands of a fast-changing sector. Many of Ayrshire’s most successful aerospace engineers began their journey right here, progressing from entry-level programmes through to senior engineering and leadership roles within global companies.

Learn more about apprenticeships at Ayrshire College