Former Duncanrig pupil gets the gold at WorldSkills UK live

A talented local student has struck gold after showcasing his elite skills in a UK-wide contest.

Kyle Edgecomb, who studies at City of Glasgow College, beat off stiff competition from eight finalists in the digital media production heat of this year’s WorldSkills UK Live national final to win a coveted gold medal.

The 24-year-old former Duncanrig pupil was one of a dozen winners and one of five gold medallists from the Glasgow college – making it one of the big winners on the night.

Kyle, pictured receiving his award, said: “Being part of WorldSkills has been amazing and it’s great that all my hard work has ultimately paid off.

“I’m very proud of my achievement and I believe it has pushed me to continue progressing through college, and given me confidence to find my feet with my future career.

“I hope I can inspire others to take part in Worldskills as, no matter the outcome, it’s a great way to build your skills and confidence in what you want to do with your future.”

Congratulating Kyle on his achievement, Paul Little, principal and chief executive of the college, added: “Kyle should be very proud indeed. Our students returned from WorldSkills with a total of 12 medals and I am delighted that their tremendous hard work has paid off. Such a significant number of medals is to their credit.

“Our top priority at City of Glasgow College is to equip each and every one of our students with the skills they will need to enter the world of work. These skills competitions play a vital role in raising industry standards and to be one of the top two colleges at the event shows just how well we are doing in preparing our students to be the best in their chosen career.”

WorldSkills UK is the UK’s biggest and most prestigious skills and careers event.

The National Finals sees young professionals compete against one another for a chance to win medals in their discipline and to earn a chance to represent Team UK on the international stage.

A total of 530 students and apprentices took part this year, competing over three intense days of competition across a range of core disciplines.