NEWTON University is building a Centre of Excellence for Competitiveness Management to support leaders in identifying, creating, and sustaining their company’s strategic advantage. Competitiveness management… New Centre of Excellence for Competitiveness Management was published on FE News by Education Updates

Northern Regional College has been shortlisted for the Excellence in Course Delivery Award at the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Member Awards 2026,… Northern Regional College Shortlisted For Prestigious BACP Member Award was published on FE News by NRC

AAT and apprenticeship provider Baltic Apprenticeships are set to boost financial literacy across data apprenticeships through an innovative new partnership. Beginning this month, data apprentices… AAT and Baltic Apprenticeships partner to combine digital and financial training to meet evolving workforce needs and boost financial literacy was published on FE News by AAT

Tetr College of Business, a first-of-its-kind global B-school where students learn business by building real businesses, has welcomed its third undergraduate cohort, to India, bringing… Tetr College of Business Welcomes its Undergraduate Class of 2030, Bringing Together 300 Students for a Four-Year Journey Across Seven Countries was published on FE News by Boppy Brech

The UK’s skills challenge is well documented. Employers across the economy continue to report shortages in the skills needed to grow, innovate and adapt. At… Apprenticeships can only Close Skills Gaps if they Reach Everyone was published on FE News by NOCN

The life-changing impact of lifelong learning was in the national spotlight as nearly 600 events and courses were held across Wales during Adult Learners’ Week… Nearly 600 Adult Learners’ Week events showcase power of lifelong learning was published on FE News by Duncan Foulkes

Provider achievement rates receive significant attention from boards, governors and executive teams because they provide a straightforward indication of overall performance. They are often one… What Might your Achievement Rate be Hiding? was published on FE News by Andy Hillerby

Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition 867: 3rd October 2026. NEETs: From the Fringe to the Mainstream, What’s Next? This is the weekly e-newsletter and e-journal… NEETs: From The Fringe To The Mainstream, What’s Next? FE Soundbite Edition 867 was published on FE News by FE News Editor

A University of Sunderland student is on track to continue making an impact through her ambition and her advocacy after becoming Pakistan’s first female train… Pakistan’s first female train driver continues her career journey at the University of Sunderland was published on FE News by University of Sunderland

Sector-led film brings university leaders, security specialists and frontline officers together to explain what institutions should be doing now. The Association of University Chief Security… Are You Ready for Martyn’s Law? AUCSO Launches New Video to Help Universities Prepare was published on FE News by Lorna

Neurodivergent people can thrive in the workplace when they are given tailored employment support an independent report has found. Published today, the Expert Academic Panel… Neurodivergent People Need Support Based on Need Not Diagnosis, Report Finds was published on FE News by Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

Long-time observers of the UK skills system are prone to wearily observing that it is fragmented, complex and a victim of policy inconsistency over time.… Rewiring The State: A Moment Of Opportunity for The Future Of Skills was published on FE News by Ufi VocTech Trust

According to the Student Mental Health Study, 37% of first-year university students show moderate-to-severe anxiety or depression. This is nearly double the national rate for… Under Pressure: How Universities Can Best Prepare Students for What Comes Next was published on FE News by Andrew

Published just days after Labour Party Conference and ahead of the upcoming Milburn Review’s final report and recommendations, a new report has found that 24%… New report finds that employers want to hire more young people, but need greater policy support to achieve impact was published on FE News by The St Martin's Group

Leading chefs and menu developers from the quick service restaurant sector came together at West London College for an immersive Mizkan Menu Development & Market… Mizkan Brings 220 Years of Japanese Flavour to the West London College was published on FE News by The Chefs' Forum

Young artists and creatives from across East Sussex have been celebrated for their work, with East Sussex College students among those picking up awards and… Young creatives celebrated at Emerging Sussex exhibition was published on FE News by East Sussex College Group

The Scottish Funding Council have today (Thursday 1 October 2026) published its report on the Financial Sustainability of Colleges in Scotland. The report paints an… SFC’s Financial Sustainability of Colleges in Scotland Report was published on FE News by Colleges Scotland

Suffolk New College staff quenched their first with the taste of success this week after winning a national water accolade. Staff were nominated in the… College feeling refreshed after winning national water award was published on FE News by John Nice

An elite athlete from the University of Sunderland has been crowned 2026 Commonwealth Powerlifting Champion after a stunning performance in Canada. Representing England in the… University of Sunderland student wins gold at Commonwealth Powerlifting Championship was published on FE News by University of Sunderland

East Durham College is marking one year to go until the first new students arrive at its new state-of-the-art Houghall Campus, a major investment that… Building Skills for the Future: One Year to Go as Houghall Campus Takes Shape was published on FE News by East Durham College

Music students at Nescot college in Epsom have just launched a brand-new radio station, Nescot Music Radio, allowing them to get practical experience of working… Local college students launch Nescot Music Radio for on air and behind the scenes experience was published on FE News by Nescot

East Sussex College and East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service joined forces at the College’s Lewes campus on Tuesday 29th September for ESFR’s ongoing training… Students get involved with East Sussex Fire & Rescue Training Exercise was published on FE News by East Sussex College Group

Catherine Lewis has officially taken up her post as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NPTC Group of Colleges, pledging a visible, open and people-focused approach… Catherine Lewis Pledges Visible, Open Leadership as New CEO of NPTC Group of Colleges was published on FE News by Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges

A MANUFACTURING leader responsible for more than 300 employees at one of North Wales’s largest production sites completed a business degree with Coleg Cambria to… Manufacturing leader goes back to the classroom to strengthen skills behind 300-strong workforce was published on FE News by Coleg Cambria News

New Cambridge University Press & Assessment report sets out eight key principles for effective AI integration in schools Policymakers should work closely with teachers to… Policymakers must give teachers a stronger voice on AI policy in schools, new Cambridge report recommends was published on FE News by Global Ed News

Two-thirds of young carers said having a laptop helped them balance school with caring for a family member, making a significant difference to their education,… Two-thirds of young carers say having their own laptop helped balance education with care duties was published on FE News by DigitalPovertyAlliance

The ERA Foundation and Ufi VocTech Trust support an employer-led test of defence’s “no wrong door” commitment for promising apprenticeship candidates. The 5% Club has… Generous grant funding backs Apprenticeship Talent Bridge pilot was published on FE News by The 5% Club

The Sheffield College is stepping up its support for young people in the city who are not in education, employment or training. Sheffield has a… The Sheffield College steps up support for young people not in education, employment or training was published on FE News by The Sheffield College

From investigating a mock crime scene to exploring whether crocodiles could hold clues to fighting cancer, prospective students are being invited to see where their… Crocodiles to crime scenes: students invited to discover future careers was published on FE News by University of Derby

NPTC Group of Colleges continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing industry-relevant education through the opening of The Beacon, a new college site created through… The Beacon: Developing Skills for the Future in Brecon was published on FE News by Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges

The Employment Related Services Association (ERSA) has this week published a major new report warning that the government’s plans to devolve employment support will only… Learn the lessons from the past to make devolution of employment support a success, new ERSA report warns was published on FE News by Employment Related Services Association (ERSA)

Managers may like their jobs and enjoy managing their teams but that doesn’t mean they don’t feel stressed, overworked, and ready to quit at times,… One in four managers regularly thinks about quitting their job due to people management pressures was published on FE News by Ciphr

London, UK: Despite the UK government championing Britain as the “third largest AI market in the world”, the UK ranks just 19th out of 98… The UK’s AI ambitions outpacing its workforce readiness, pioneering new global AI skills ranking finds was published on FE News by Coursera Inc

London Metropolitan University has entered a partnership with Turkish Airlines, Europe’s Best Airline according to Skytrax, creating new opportunities for the airline’s employees to access… London Metropolitan University partners with Turkish Airlines to support workforce development and aviation sector skills was published on FE News by London Metropolitan University

In a context where non-profit organisations and, more generally, social economy players are assuming an increasingly central role in responding to collective needs, there is… Professional volunteering goes global: POLIMI Graduate School of Management launches the sixth edition of Leave Your Mark was published on FE News by Higher and Biz Ed News

Newcastle College has extended its long-standing partnership with Newcastle Eagles, continuing as main sponsor of the men’s team for the 2026/27 Super League Basketball (SLB)… Newcastle College and Newcastle Eagles Extend Partnership was published on FE News by Newcastle College

The biggest challenges facing the further education workforce are no great secret.  Pay remains a big concern. Funding pressures limit what colleges can offer, while recruitment difficulties… Stats show FE’s Greatest Retention Opportunities are the Everyday Ones was published on FE News by People Insight

Proposals to create a state-of-the-art construction training facility in Leeds have taken a major step forward, with a planning application now submitted to Leeds City… Plans Submitted for New CTEC Construction Training Facility was published on FE News by Leeds College of Building

Cardiff and Vale College’s pioneering use of technology to create immersive and inclusive learning experiences has meant it has retained its Microsoft Elevate Showcase School… CAVC’s pioneering use of digital learning sees it retain Microsoft Elevate Showcase School status for the eighth year running was published on FE News by Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC)

Winners of the Cambrian Training Apprenticeship, Employer and Skills Awards 2026 Cambrian Training Company (CTC) has every reason to be proud as it reflects on… Cambrian Training Company Celebrates a Landmark 30th Anniversary Year was published on FE News by National Training Federation for Wales

For years, employers have been telling us that something fundamental is missing in the labour market. Not technical skills, although those matter enormously, but the… Counting the Cost: Why the UK’s Employability Skills Crisis Can No Longer Be Ignored was published on FE News by City & Guilds

Over 90 graduates from the University Centre celebrated completing their degree-level studies at a graduation ceremony held at Wakefield Cathedral on Friday 25th September.  The… University Centre Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation at Wakefield Cathedral  was published on FE News by Callie

A University of Sunderland student who travelled to the UK from his home in Kuwait to pursue a career in the arts has landed his… “The World Can Never Have Too Much Art” was published on FE News by University of Sunderland

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has set out plans to rebuild comprehensive education with parity between academic and technical routes, alongside a guaranteed youth offer running… Labour Party Conference 2026: Burnham Promises Pathways from 14 and Apprenticeships at 18 was published on FE News by FE News Editor

A WREXHAM music duo is striking a chord with their Welsh language journey after personal loss, TV success and a new creative project inspired them… “Welsh gave us both a focus”: TV talent show duo’s Cymraeg journey after losing mum was published on FE News by Coleg Cambria News

A new apprenticeship levy transfer initiative has launched with more than £534,000 pledged by employers to support apprenticeship training in charities and community organisations across… £1m Apprenticeship Levy Transfer Initiative Launches with more than £500k Already Pledged by Employers was published on FE News by Baltic Apprenticeships

Two automotive apprentices, and former IMI Skills Competitions finalists, have returned from WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 with medals, as Team UK recorded its strongest performance at… IMI Skills Competitions Alumni Strike Medal Glory for Team UK at WorldSkills 2026 in Shanghai was published on FE News by Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)

Blackburn College senior staff are delighted after winning two awards at the ‘North West business Oscars,’ including being named Skills Provider of the Year for… Blackburn College Celebrates Double Awards Success was published on FE News by Blackburn College

The number of young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) has topped one million for the first time since 2013. Alan Milburn’s independent… Prevention not Rescue, Rethinking Youth Unemployment was published on FE News by Futures For All Futures For All

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) has launched The Pitch 2027, CIM’s annual global student competition, inviting entries from students and universities worldwide. Now in… CIM’s The Pitch 2027 launches: Students worldwide challenged to design the next generation of circular brands was published on FE News by The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)