Isabelle, Level 3 National Extended Diploma, Computing

Isabelle, Level 3 National Extended Diploma, Computing With a passion for computing sparked at home, Isabelle Whittaker is building the foundations for an impactful future in cyber security. The IoT learner, from Burnley, completed her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Computing, at Burnley College and is now studying Computer Science at Edge Hill University. […]
T level placement gives Ameerah the chance to engineer her way to software success

T level placement gives Ameerah the chance to engineer her way to software success Learner Ameerah Adisa is engineering her way to software success after achieving a distinction in her IoT course at Blackpool and the Fylde College. The T Level student has completed her Digital Production, Development and Design course and is now on […]
Discover cross-sector skillset to help you thrive in digital in Skills Barometer 2025

Discover cross-sector skillset to help you thrive in digital in Skills Barometer 2025 Developing the next generation of digital experts is critical if the Lancashire and Cumbria regions are to reach their potential across all sectors. From AI innovation to data science and cybersecurity, the region is setting the pace for the evolving digital economy. […]
Digital skills create a data analysis gap for health sector – but provider is leading from front

Digital skills create a data analysis gap for health sector – but provider is leading from front Healthcare providers now need a combination of personal and tech skills to ensure they provide the best level of care. It’s a shift that’s created gaps in knowledge, but one Lytham St Annes employer is leading from the […]
Meet demand for science innovation with the Skills Barometer 2025

Meet demand for science innovation with the Skills Barometer 2025 The science sector is a vital driver of innovation, employment and economic growth in Lancashire and Cumbria – and it’s set for major expansion. With £238 million in projected research and development growth over the next decade, the region is fast becoming a hub for […]
Natalie, Digital Technology Solutions

Natalie, Digital Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice Natalie O’Callaghan took the lead on a major website redevelopment project for her employer – and was nominated for an award for her efforts. It’s just one example of the way the Digital Technology Solutions apprentice is making an instant impact in the workplace, as she combines hands-on experience […]
Next generation of digital experts take on skills competition at the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology

Next generation of digital experts take on skills competition at the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology Innovation, problem-solving and collaboration were showcased as the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology (IoT) staged a county-wide digital skills competition. Teams of digital learners took on a series of challenges in the day-long event as part of […]
John, Cyber Security Technology

John, Cyber Security Technology Since joining the NHS on a business support apprenticeship in 2017, John Booth has embraced various roles in IT, medical records, information governance and software development, and completed several apprenticeships delivered by private companies. However, when the opportunity arose to pursue a Level 4 Digital and Technology Solutions (Cyber Security Analysis) […]
Igor, Mechatronics (HND)

Igor, Mechatronics (HND) Burnley College’s investment in advanced equipment via the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology (IoT) has played a crucial role in shaping the skills and career paths of its students, particularly in the field of automation. One shining example of this success is the journey of Igor Dolgan, an apprentice whose experience […]
Exploring sustainable technology at Lancaster and Morecambe College

Exploring sustainable technology at Lancaster and Morecambe College Lancaster and Morecambe College are leading the way in sustainable education with its cutting-edge renewable technologies’ facility. Helen Mullen, Advanced Higher Lead Engineering, and Ryann Williams, Head of Construction & Engineering, are at the forefront of this initiative, ensuring students gain hands-on experience with the latest green […]