Joining forces with Leeds Beckett University on skills and opportunities
We are working with Leeds Beckett University to increase opportunities and aspirations for students and support the future skills needs of the Leeds City Region.
This strategic alliance, which supports some 50,000 learners, meets the government’s ambition for greater alignment between further and higher education. It will focus on making educational routes clearer, expanding flexible learning opportunities, engaging further with employers to co-design courses and enhancing apprenticeships into skilled employment.
CEO Bill Jones said: “By collaborating with Leeds Beckett University we can respond to local and regional skills priorities, through the development of new courses and routes that meet the needs of employers.
“For students this means more accessible and flexible ways to gain these in-demand skills throughout their education. Our alliance will bring together our shared commitment to opening up access to education and removing any barriers to learning.”
Peter Slee, Vice Chancellor at Leeds Beckett University, added: “This alliance builds on existing strong relationships between our university and Luminate Education Group.
“Working with businesses and employers on a future skilled workforce will bring benefits to people in Leeds – another example of the city’s anchor institutions working together to make a positive contribution to the local and regional economy. We look forward to working with the growing number of partners and stakeholders who are committed to making this collective impact.”
This partnership between two Leeds Anchor Network organisations will be dedicated to promoting social mobility and inclusive growth across the Leeds City Region, while equipping learners with the high-level skills that are in strong demand from local businesses.