Higher York Lifelong Learning Network
Institutions
York St John University (lead), University of York, Askham Bryan College and York College
Contact
Jessica Grant, Higher York, c/o York St John University, Lord Mayors Walk, YORK, YO31 7EX, e-mail j.grant@higheryork.org, tel 01904 876349
Web-site
Award
£1.5 million
Period of funding
Jan 2005 - July 2009 (extended to December 2009)
Summary
Higher York is a partnership between four higher education institutions and City of York Council. Its aim is to forge progression, curricular, support, and infrastructure links that will give greater choices and chances to potential students and contribute to the skills needs of York and the North Yorkshire sub-region.
To achieve these aims Higher York will:
jointly undertake demand-led curriculum developments that address the lifelong learning needs of the area. The focus will be on widening participation, increasing access and progression, and integrating further (especially vocational) and higher education pathways
ensure learners are at the heart of the network. In addition to the emphasis on pathways and progression, cross-institutional student union support and social activities will be developed, informed by and involving student union officers. Enhanced information and guidance provision will be created
ensure that, collectively, partners’ provision is effectively linked to demand. Working with businesses, voluntary organisations and appropriate community groups, the LLN intends to construct curricula that reflect skills gaps and needs, and build capacity across the partnership.
A small central co-ordinating team will develop initiatives, track progress, and ensure delivery.
Proposal submitted by Higher York
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Last updated 22 July 2009