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Evaluation of the New Technology Institutes Initiative

Summary

Proposals for a network of New Technology Institutes (NTIs) were announced in the DTI White Paper of February 2001, 'Opportunity for all in a world of change'. The Government’s stated objective was: ‘to introduce NTIs in each region, to be established by consortia of higher education institutions, further education colleges and private businesses. The aim of the NTIs is to boost the supply of people with technician and higher level skills in ICT and other advanced technology, and to make available better advice and support to small businesses on the effective adoption of new technology and innovate business practices.'

HEFCE commissioned Universitas to review the initiative, specifically to:

  • evaluate the extent to which the initiative has met its aims and objectives
  • evaluate how far it has helped higher education institutions and further education colleges to contribute to economic development
  • identify good practice and areas for development.

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Report and appendices 1 and 3
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Appendix 2 Enrolments in NTIs 2002-05
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