BURNLEY COLLEGE, HOME TO THE LANCASHIRE & CUMBRIA IOT

Welcome to Lancashire and Cumbria’s exciting new Institute of Technology at Burnley College.

Our programmes are developed with industry in mind, to provide learners with the career-boosting skills, knowledge and experience they need to be the very best and make an impact in the workplace.

We’ve invested in the very latest equipment, technology and research to make a real impact on the future of industry across our region.

We’re proud to offer:

• The very latest, industry leading equipment, technologies and facilities
• Expert tuition and training from highly-skilled industry specialists
• Individualised support to ensure that you achieve your goals
• A dynamic, motivational environment which meets your aspirations

5 axis CNC machines, with robotic automation

What will The Institute of Technology do for me?

The Lancashire & Cumbria IoT has an ambitious vision to deliver world-class higher technical education to increase the supply of highly skilled employees across key industries.

As part of a broader government strategy underpinned by a vision of greater social mobility and improved opportunity for all, we are planning to achieve the following for each of our stakeholder groups:

For learners – we will:

• Provide industry standard facilities and a curriculum which reflects current and future needs across the various technology sectors
• Inspire and raise the aspirations of learners from school leavers to adults returning to education
• Develop the non-academic skills and behaviours learners require to function effectively in the modern workplace
• Increase social mobility by targeting under-represented groups, developing previously unrecognised talent and improving gender balance
• Break down geographical barriers to learning by mixing styles of provision delivery
• Create career pathways for learners allowing them to secure meaningful employment with excellent progression opportunities

Industry-Leading Facilities

Burnley College University Courses is leading the way in creating the highly skilled, innovative and ambitious leaders of the future in a range of thriving sectors and industries.

Modern, bright and welcoming learning suites and a brand new university building due to be completed in 2024 – BCUC is empowering individuals to change their pathway, grow in confidence alongside skills and really make a difference.

Our impressive facilities have been carefully designed with the future of industry in mind, with:

• 5 axis CNC machines, with robotic automation
• Industry-leading tool management system
• Industry 4.0 automation/robotic smart factory

University Partners

We’re proud to work alongside some of the most innovative and forward-thinking Universities to deliver degree courses that will feed your ambition.  You’ll study right here in Burnley, with our innovative Lecturers, in our modern facilities, and be part of our Burnley family – and your degree will be accredited by one of the following Universities: