Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology's partnership with London Gatwick is about strengthening opportunities
As the new academic year begins, London Gatwick is reflecting on its first year of partnership with the Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology (IoT). Since the collaboration launched in 2023, it has brought together businesses and education providers to strengthen the region’s technical skills.
The IoT addresses higher-level skills needs in engineering and manufacturing technologies, digital technologies, construction, planning and the built environment, and sustainable technologies.
Through this partnership London Gatwick has helped shape the IoT curriculum, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of the local economy, particularly in critical areas such as STEM subjects, IT, and cyber security.
This initiative forms a key part of the airport’s Decade of Change sustainability goal for the local economy, which includes supporting the development of the local workforce through skills partnerships.
Richard Lennard, Economic Partnerships Manager, London Gatwick said: “We're proud of the progress we’ve made in supporting local talent development.
“Our goal is to create clear pathways to employment and skills development, which are critical to the future of our community and London Gatwick.
“We are committed to further strengthening these opportunities through our apprenticeship, graduate and intern programmes, and are delighted that our Cyber Security Apprentice is currently studying through one of the many courses offered by the Institute of Technology.”
London Gatwick has committed to offering masterclasses led by its specialist staff, as well as mock interviews and feedback sessions for students. These initiatives will help prepare the next generation for work and ensure a steady pipeline of skilled talent for the local economy.
As the partnership enters its second year London Gatwick and the IoT remain committed to creating a more diverse and highly skilled workforce, to support the region's continued growth and innovation.
Courses through the IoT are available at Crawley College, Chichester College, Brighton MET College, NESCOT, University of Brighton, University of Sussex, and University of Chichester.
www.sussexsurreyiot.ac.uk
