GLOUCESTERSHIRE College recently attended Gloucestershire Tech Week, meeting with technology leaders from across the county.
On Monday, October 12, representatives from the college, which has a campus in the Forest of Dean, headed to Iress in Cheltenham to explore closer links between the technology industry and education.
Gloucestershire Tech Week, which runs until Friday, October 16, brings together founders, innovators, businesses, investors, educators, public sector leaders and learners to explore the technologies, ideas and challenges shaping the future.
The initiative helps turn conversations into new ideas, partnerships and opportunities for the county, discovering how to respond to opportunities and challenges presented by rapid technological change.
Dan Smale, Director of Digitech at Gloucestershire College said: “The launch highlighted the importance of bringing education, industry and innovation together through our Technical Excellence College (TEC) programme.
“By working in partnership, we can support economic growth and create more opportunities for learners, businesses and communities across Gloucestershire. We look forward to connecting with partners throughout Gloucestershire Tech Week and continuing our contribution to the county’s thriving technology sector.”
Posting to its website, Gloucestershire College said: “As technology continues to evolve, we will build on these connections to help shape relevant training, support local employers and equip our learners with the skills needed for the future.
“We look forward to continuing our work with partners across Gloucestershire to support innovation and help develop the county’s digital and cyber talent.”
The news comes following the college’s national recognition as Educator of the Year at the National Cyber Awards. The award recognised contributions to cybersecurity education and training, including innovation in teaching, positive learner outcomes and a commitment to developing cyber knowledge, skills and awareness.
The college was also awarded Technical Excellence College (TEC) status earlier in the year, placing it among just five colleges selected nationally to specialise in digital technology training.
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