Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology at B&FC
The Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology (IoT) is a partnership of leading colleges, universities and employers working together to deliver high-quality technical education aligned to industry needs.
By co-designing curriculum with employers, the IoT ensures that courses are relevant, up-to-date and focused on the skills required for the jobs of today and the future.
Through collaboration across the region, it provides students with access to industry-standard facilities, expert teaching and clear progression pathways into skilled employment or higher-level study.
Explore all of our IoT courses below or click one of these links to go straight to your chosen subject area.
Business & Enterprise | Computing & Digital Technologies | Creative Arts | Children, Young People & Families | Engineering & Automotive | Hair, Beauty & Related Therapies | Health & Medical Professions | Media Production, Film & Television | Teaching and Learning Support
As part of a wider government strategy underpinned by a vision of greater social mobility and improved opportunity for all, we are planning to achieve the following:
Provide industry-standard facilities
Create career pathways for learners
Address employers' current skills gaps
Facilitate the development and retention of local talent
Implement new training provision
We have an ambitious vision to deliver world-class higher technical education and training to increase the supply of highly skilled employees across key industries.
Backed by a £290 million government investment, IoTs deliver the very best in technical education providing outstanding skills-based training for coveted careers across multiple technical industries.
Full range of Institute of Technology Courses available at B&FC...
Business & Enterprise
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Professional Accounting | Level 4 (AAT) |
| People Management | Level 5 |
| Operational Management | Level 5 |
Children, Young People and Families
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Children, Young People and Families | Certificate of Higher Education |
| Children, Young People and Families | Foundation Degree (Progression from Cert HE) |
| Children, Young People and Families | Foundation Degree |
Computing and Digital Technologies
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | Certificate of Higher Education |
| Digital Enterprise | Certificate of Higher Education |
| User Experience | Progression from Cert HE |
| Web Technologies | Progression from Cert HE |
| eSports Management | Progression from Cert HE |
| Data Analytics | Progression from Cert HE |
| Computer Science and Digital Technologies | BSc (Hons) Topup |
| Network Engineering (Cyber Security) | BSc (Hons) Topup |
| Network Engineering (System Administration) | BSc (Hons) Topup |
| Software Engineering (Game Development) | BSc (Hons) Topup |
| Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Business Analyst) | Degree Apprenticeship |
| Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Data Analyst) | Degree Apprenticeship |
| Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Network Engineer) | Degree Apprenticeship |
| Digital and Technology Solutions Professional (Software Engineer) | Degree Apprenticeship |
| Digital Software Development | T Level |
| Cyber Security | T Level |
| Esports | Level 3 |
| Information Technology | Level 3 |
Creative Arts
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Illustration and Visual Communication | HND |
| Illustration and Visual Communication | HNC |
Our Degree-level courses come in all shapes and sizes. Visit our guide that explains what all these different qualifications mean.
Engineering & Automotive
Hair, Beauty & Related Therapies
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Advanced Aesthetic Treatments | Level 4 |
Health and Social Care
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Leader in Adult Care | Higher Apprenticeship |
| Counselling and Applied Psychology | HND |
Media Production, Film & Television
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graphic Design and Digital Media | Certificate of Higher Education |
Science
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Applied Science | Certificate of Higher Education |
| Applied Science (Analytical Chemistry) | Foundation Degree |
| Applied Science (Analytical Chemistry) | Foundation Degree (Progression from Cert HE) |
| Applied Science (Biotechnology) | Foundation Degree |
| Applied Science (Biotechnology) | Foundation Degree (Progression from Cert HE) |
| Applied Science (Environmental Science) | Foundation Degree |
| Applied Science (Environmental Science) | Foundation Degree (Progression from Cert HE) |
Teaching and Learning Support
| Course Title | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges (SEND Pathway) | Level 4 |
Some of our IoT courses are approved Higher Technical Qualifications, boosting your career prospects even further!
What's next?
Discover the right IoT course for you from the Course List above.
Check out our Prospectus page where you can download or view a prospectus online.
Book a place at our next Open Event - a great opportunity to meet the tutors, ask questions and check out our facilities.
Contact our Course Enquiries Team if you have any questions or concerns:
