Academic Opportunities
Wakefield is positioned close to seven large universities and is home to the University Centre at Wakefield College, part of the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group.
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Wakefield College University Centre
Offering degree level courses in a variety of subjects such as Business Management, Engineering, Games Development and Creative Industries, higher education qualifications are awarded by Leeds Beckett University, University of Hull, University of Huddersfield, and Pearson.
For more information - Wakefield College - Higher Education
Wakefield College and Castleford College – Part of the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group
Home to over 8,000 students of all ages, studying from pre-entry level to professional qualifications, the college is committed to working with employers and learners to transform learning, attainment and progression for everyone.
For more information - Wakefield College - Transforming Lives Through Learning...
Academy of Live Technology
Based in South Kirkby, the Academy of Live Technology is where live industry learns. Located on a campus where some of the world's biggest tours and productions are made and staged, ALT offers degree courses from lighting design, sound engineering and live visuals to stage, production and event management along with short courses and training.
For more information - Home | Academy of Live Technology
University of Huddersfield
With a proven track record of working in collaboration with a wide range of private, public and voluntary sector organisations, University of Huddersfield offer an array of professional development opportunities designed to upskill your workforce. Offering Leadership and Management Apprenticeships, the Help to Grow programme and Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) the University works in partnership with business to design a support programme tailored to individual needs.
For more information - Huddersfield Business School - University of Huddersfield
Leeds Beckett University
Offering businesses the opportunity to join a network of experts and professionals to tap into world-class research, giving your teams skills for the future. Offering the Help to Grow programme alongside Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP).
For more information - Business services | Leeds Beckett University