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Pathways, partnerships and productivity

Vocational, technical and professional education has been the beating heart of modern universities from the very start. Working in partnership with employers, often in their local regions, they have created high-quality, work-focused courses that ensure graduates are fully equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to be job-ready on day one. These modern universities are driving forward the degree apprenticeship agenda that will create new opportunities for young people.

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Blog29 Jan 2021

Modern universities crucial to Scotland’s success

The Principals of MillionPlus's Scottish members write on the importance of modern universities to higher education in the country and outline the need for sustainable funding arrangements if moves to broaden and deepen access to a university education are to be maintained and enhanced.

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Blog06 Feb 2020

Guest blog: Reflections on the challenges and successes of introducing degree apprenticeships at Middlesex

Professor Darryll Bravenboer, Director of Apprenticeships and Professor of Higher Education and Skills at Middlesex University, writes on the trials and tribulations of introducing degree apprenticeships across the institution.
 

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Blog03 Feb 2020

Guest blog: Increasing access and driving growth: how Cumbria are using degree apprenticeships to shape the region

Ian Sinker, Director of Business Development and Innovation and Paul Armstrong, Head of Business Development from the University of Cumbria share their experience of successfully developing higher level apprenticeship courses for prospective students from all walks of life, working in partnership with industry and the university acting as a catalyst for the growth in the region.

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Blog21 Mar 2018

Forgotten Learners: Stepping up to higher education at Staffordshire

Ashley Cotton, Manager of Staffordshire University's Step Up to Higher Education programme, writes about the life-changing success the university has had at progressing older learners into HE.

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