Lincolnshire Institute of Technology Secures Additional £2.5 Million Investment

The Lincolnshire Institute of Technology (LIoT) has secured an additional £2.5 million from the Higher Technical Education Skills Injection fund. This funding will support hundreds of learners across Lincolnshire in achieving higher qualifications in engineering, construction, and health sectors. The investment includes £1.5 million for state-of-the-art equipment and £1 million for upskilling staff. This boost will aid in addressing the region’s productivity gap and meet the industry's demand for skilled professionals.

Key Benefits and Allocation

Learners Across Lincolnshire: Hundreds of learners will benefit from this investment, gaining valuable qualifications in critical sectors.

State-of-the-Art Equipment: £1.5 million will be used for advanced equipment, providing students and employers with the latest technologies.

Upskilling Staff: £1 million will be allocated to upskilling staff to meet future industry and student expectations.

Beneficiary Institutions

The LIoT partners benefiting from this funding include:

• Boston College
• Grantham College & University Centre
• Lincoln College
• Riseholme College
• University Campus North Lincolnshire (UCNL)
• University Centre Grimsby

Leadership and Vision

Mick Lochran, Director at LIoT, emphasised the importance of this funding in addressing Lincolnshire's productivity gap and preparing skilled professionals for modern industry needs. He encouraged employers to invest in upskilling their workforce.

Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs)

LIoT partners are leading the way in establishing new higher technical qualifications (HTQs), which have been introduced to improve higher national certificates (HNCs) and Diplomas (HNDs). These qualifications focus on enhancing skills and knowledge in the workplace. LIoT also offers individual units for specific training needs.

For more information about the Lincolnshire Institute of Technology, please visit here, view the video below for insight or contact the education department at your local LIoT partner.