Bury College is delighted to be part of the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT)

Located across England, Institutes of Technology (IoTs) are a national network of experienced education providers and leading industry employers, working in close partnerships to deliver world-class technical education and training.

 

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What is the GMIoT?

The GMIoT is a collaborative partnership between colleges in Greater Manchester, the University of Salford and employers. This partnership means that students studying courses across our Health and Digital areas have access to specialist training.

GMIoT courses are offered through partner education providers across Greater Manchester.

GMIoT core employer partners include GCHQ; Laing O’Rourke; Siemens and BBC.

Benefits of the GMIoT for students can include:

  • Programmes designed and delivered in partnership with employers.
  • Opportunities to develop the specialist skills local employers need.
  • Learning from industry experienced tutors with extensive knowledge of their sector.
  • Use of specialist industry standard facilities.

 

Why study at an Institute of Technology?

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Find out more about the GMIoT

You can read more on the GMIoT website here:

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You can also follow the GMIoT on social media to see all of the exciting opportunities available to students studying a GMIoT course.

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If you're new to the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology, you can click here to read their latest newsletter and discover all the exciting opportunities that await. 

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