University of Cumbria

The University of Cumbria offers a growing portfolio of higher and degree apprenticeships that blend paid employment with university-level study, supporting workforce development across sectors such as health, forestry, digital, business and project management. Employers can work with the university to recruit new apprentices or upskill existing staff via programmes like Professional Forester, Project Manager, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Nursing Associate, Digital User Experience (UX) Professional and Creative Digital Design, with delivery typically through blended or in-person learning at campuses including Ambleside, Carlisle and other locations in the North West and London. Apprenticeships are structured around government funding rules and apprenticeship standards, with joint employer–learner applications, minimum 30-hours-per-week employment and end-point assessment built into programme design. The university highlights strong links with national, regional and local employers, professional bodies and industry partners, using real-world projects, workplace-based learning and dedicated apprenticeship support to ensure programmes meet current skills needs. Alongside apprenticeships, the University of Cumbria provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, CPD and short courses, and tailored business services to help organisations develop their people and support business growth.