News archive

• Apprentices grown in Sussex
  18 Jan 2012

  SLN partners are involved in Own Grown, the campaign to increase apprenticeships in Hastings.
• Celebrating Apprentice Progression
  16 Jan 2012

  Sussex Learning Network is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by running a FREE EVENT at the American Express Community Stadium on the morning of 9 February.
• Higher Education - the return on investment
  16 Jan 2012

  A new study looks at return on investment for employers sponsoring employees through Sussex Coast College Hastings' Foundation Degree in Engineering.
• Learn to start and grow a business
  16 Jan 2012

  New resources from Learning Opportunities to support people interested in starting or growing a business in the Gatwich Diamond area
• New highways engineering MSc launched by University of Brighton
  3 Jan 2012

  An innovative postgraduate work-based programme has been launched for the highways construction sector.
• Efficient and transparent ways into higher education for work-based learners
  15 Dec 2011

  A conference on 7 December launched the Sussex Progression and Credit System aiming to ease access for work-based learners to higher education.
• Sussex Learning Network's Christmas closing dates 2011
  15 Dec 2011

  The Sussex Learning Network will be closed from Friday 19 December to Tuesday 3 January. We wish you all a peaceful Christmas.
• Maintaining momentum for vocational progression in the new HE environment
  15 Nov 2011

  Find out about a Sussex strategy for delivering higher apprenticeships, new guidelines on accrediting prior experiential learning and much more. BOOK NOW for our FREE conference on 7 December.
• Apprentice progression doubles
  3 Nov 2011

  Double the number of apprentices progress to higher education than was previously thought, says a new study published by the University of Greenwich.
• How to set up a higher apprenticeship (Video)
  21 Oct 2011

  UPDATED WITH VIDEO. At our seminar on 13 October 2011, we looked at how to create Higher Apprenticeships with Ian Carnell, SEMTA, and Hugh Joslin, University of Greenwich
• Think differently about assessing learning in the workplace (Video)
  7 Oct 2011

  UPDATED WITH VIDEO. Our seminar on 6 October encouraged higher education practitioners to think much more creatively about assessment
• Forthcoming SEEC seminars 2011
  4 Oct 2011

  Seminars in October and November organised by the highly respected authority on credit based learning at HE level
• Widening participation squeezed?
  30 Sep 2011

  A new report from a leading financial advisor looks at the potential impact of tuition fees on students
• FREE CPD session on higher apprenticeships
  26 Sep 2011

  The 13 October seminar looks at Higher Apprenticeships: what are they and how do we create them? BOOK NOW
• FERA Annual Conference 2011 highlights Advanced Apprenticeship agenda
  18 Aug 2011

  The Further Education Research Association Conference responds to the government's Advanced Apprenticeship agenda
• Discover learning, working, and enterprise opportunities
  18 Aug 2011

  An award winning resource for for all those interested in developing their careers via work-based and work-related learning and development
• Higher Apprenticeship Prospectus published
  25 Jul 2011

  National Apprenticeship Service publishes the long-awaited prospectus for the £25 million fund
• The sky is the limit for our new CWL development projects
  21 Jul 2011

  The Centre for Work and Learning has commissioned five new development projects, including one with the RAF
• Help us create an APEL guide for Sussex
  11 Jul 2011

  Sussex Learning Network's Centre for Work and Learning is commissioning the creation of a guide for practitioners in dealing with APEL and a best practice protocol. A consultant is sought to lead the process.
• Read new sectoral research
  7 Jul 2011

  Our research section has been updated with three new SLN commissioned sectoral research reports
• Call for Development Fund proposals
  24 Jun 2011

  The Centre for Work and Learning has launched a £75,000 Development Fund, open to its partners. Projects are invited around the theme of Enhancing and Enriching Workforce Development.
• How to reach out to business
  22 Jun 2011

  Over 32 people from 15 organisations attended our event on marketing HE to business. Read on to find out about the seminar and download the presentations
• Higher level needs of the spa sector
  22 Jun 2011

  Our new report into the higher level needs of the spa industry was launched at the East Sussex National Golf Club near Uckfield.
• REPORT - Learning at Work Day 2011
  22 Jun 2011

  People in work across Sussex got a taste of fundraising for schools and charities, search engine optimisation, person-centred dementia care, and more
• SLN sponsored Learning at Work Day events a success!
  23 May 2011

  The SLN's Centre for Work and Learning celebrated Learning at Work Day on 19 May with a raft of events across Sussex
• Reaching Out to Business seminar - 9 June 2011
  19 May 2011

  Attend our FREE seminar on new ways of engaging employers in language they understand and recruit to higher education courses.
• The future for widening participation and fair access
  13 May 2011

  A recent Westminster Briefing event looked at the future of WP. Read our report
• What do employer co-funded students look like?
  13 May 2011

  HEFCE has published a report which considers students in 2007-08 and 2008-09 who undertook employer co-funded provision.
• Free higher education on Learning at Work Day
  4 May 2011

  The Sussex Learning Network is celebrating Learning at Work Day on 19 May with a raft of events across Sussex
• SLN pioneers new training in dementia care
  4 May 2011

  Northbrook College is training professionals in techniques to support those living with dementia to be involved in their own care
• Happy Easter
  26 Apr 2011

  Wishing you a happy Easter from all at the SLN
• SLN takes a stand on student visas
  14 Apr 2011

  In a letter to Vince Cable on 1 March 2011, the SLN expressed its concerns about government policy on student visas
• Budget announces new higher apprentice places
  23 Mar 2011

  The 2011 Budget has announced funding for 10,000 new higher apprenticeship places in the next four years.
• Work with the Centre for Work and Learning - UPDATED!
  3 Mar 2011

  Find out about a new opportunity to work with us on our CWL project.
• STOP PRESS - HE white paper postponed
  1 Mar 2011

  Government announces delay to higher education plans
• Research in Post-Compulsory Education through LLNs
  18 Feb 2011

  Research in Post-Compulsory Education, sponsored by the Further Education Research Association has issued a call for papers for a special edition on lifelong learning networks.
• CWL and apprenticeship progression in Sussex
  9 Feb 2011

  Find out what Centre for Work and Learning are doing to build apprenticeship progression in Sussex
• Why employers should support Advanced Apprenticeships
  27 Jan 2011

  A new report looks the positive experiences of 18 high profile employers
• Theatrical make up and music production short courses
  27 Jan 2011

  Northbrook College Sussex has developed 2 short courses at a higher education level for industry professionals
• Event - Adult progression into part-time HE
  7 Jan 2011

  Conference on 26 January will identify the challenges of government policy for HE and strategies to meet them
• New Principals at Sussex colleges
  4 Jan 2011

  Two new Principals start work at Sussex colleges: Janak Patel at Sussex Coast College Hastings and Melanie Hunt at Sussex Downs College.
• New SEEC descriptors launched
  14 Dec 2010

  The South of England Credit Consortium (SEEC) has launched its new higher-level learning credit descriptors.
• Where to find the CWL team
  30 Nov 2010

  The Centre for Work and Learning team are coming to an event near you
• Summative evaluation of Lifelong Learning Networks
  18 Nov 2010

  Institutions advised to build upon and embed the wealth of good practice developed through LLNs
• SLN Centre for Work and Learning launched
  15 Nov 2010

  Employers from across Sussex endorsed collaboration and partnership with universities and colleges in a major event on 9 November.
• Framework qualifications event 13 October
  6 Oct 2010

  Hear Dr Mike Nicholls explain framework qualifications and how they meet employer need and enhance the HE offer.
• Accreditation event a success
  10 Sep 2010

  30 delegates joined the Sussex Learning Network for our accreditation of in-house training event.
• Accreditation of higher level in-house training
  24 Aug 2010

  On Sept 8th we will look at the accreditation of higher level in-house training BOOK NOW! IT'S FREE!
• July 2010 Newsletter
  2 Aug 2010

  This newsletter contains updates on upcoming staff development opportunities, recent SLN activities, new Centre for Work and Learning (CWL) projects, along with preliminary details of our CWL launch event.
• Employer engagement & e-technology event a success
  8 Jul 2010

  30 delegates joined the Sussex Learning Network for our employer engagement & e-technology event. PHOTOS
• SLN e-technology event - FULLY BOOKED
  23 Jun 2010

  Booking has closed for the SLN's employer engagement & e-technology event on 1 July 2010
• Willetts sets out vision for HE
  14 Jun 2010

  David Willetts' first major policy speech on higher education touches on good teaching, external degrees, employability statements, apprenticeship progression and social mobility.
• Employer engagement & e-technology event
  4 Jun 2010

  On July 1st come and find out how e-tech can help YOU to be more adaptable to the HE needs of learners and employers. BOOK NOW! IT'S FREE!
• Download our May 2010 newsletter
  11 May 2010

  This newsletter contains updates on new SLN commissioned research, our Learning at Work Day plans, upcoming staff development opportunities, and much more.
• Is there a market for apprenticeship progression?
  12 Apr 2010

  New research conducted by SCTP and commissioned by the SLN looks at whether or not there is a market for apprenticeship progression in Sussex
• Guarantee progression for apprentices urges UVAC
  31 Mar 2010

  A report commissioned by the higher education minister urges government and universities to smooth the path to higher education for vocational learners and apprentices in particular.
• NEW higher level short courses!
  2 Mar 2010

  City College Brighton & Hove in partnership with the Centre for Work and Learning has developed two new short courses to meet business needs
• Complementary Health Short Courses
  12 Feb 2010

  Sussex Downs College has developed short, flexible short courses at degree level to meet the needs of complementary health practitioners
• SLN promotes apprenticeship progression
  1 Feb 2010

  SLN is encouraging greater progression for apprentices to HE
• Apprenticeship Week 2010 and the SLN
  29 Jan 2010

  SLN is working with Northbrook College to support apprentices in the workplace and with SCTP to promote apprentices' progression to HE
• All change for SLN partner institution
  18 Jan 2010

  Dr Robin Baker steps down as Vice-Chancellor at Chichester
• Learning Opportunities wins two awards!
  13 Nov 2009

  Learning Opportunities in the South East scoops TWO national careers awards for the creation of a unique service for adults
• Higher education framework published
  10 Nov 2009

  The long-awaited and anticipated Higher Education Framework has been published by the Department of Business Innovation and Skills. It backs vocational progression routes and employer engagement.
• 31 per cent of workforce have higher-level qualifications
  23 Oct 2009

  The latest figures published yesterday by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal that 31.2% of the workforce now have a higher level qualification.
• HEFCE welcomes CBI report on employer-university links
  2 Oct 2009

  HEFCE has welcomed the CBI Higher Education Task Force report recommending a stronger relationship between higher education and business.
• Prison officers should be university-educated says Howard League
  2 Sep 2009

  Prison officers should have university degrees says a report issued today by the Howard League for Penal Reform.
• LLN Practitioner Conference 2009
  18 Aug 2009

  Booking is now open for this year's annual practitioner conference
• South West LLN conference
  6 Aug 2009

  The South West Lifelong Learning Network’s final conference 'Lifelong Learning Pushing the Boundaries' is taking place on 21st October 2009
• Attributes of students and networks
  6 Aug 2009

  A new HEFCE report examines the profiles and characteristics of Lifelong Learning Network students
• Report calls for universities to increase access to the professions
  24 Jul 2009

  Participation should be widened says a government-commissioned report published this week.
• Participation in HE continues to widen
  13 Jul 2009

  Data published by the Higher Education Statistic Agency shows that participation in HE is continuing to grow
• Order or download our new Learning Opportunities booklets
  7 Jul 2009

  Our new booklets are for all those interested in work-based and work-related higher education in the South East region
• July 2009 newsletter - the new SLN
  7 Jul 2009

  Our latest newsletter introduces a new Director, a new Deputy, and, most importantly, a new phase of SLN activity
• We have moved! New contact details!
  8 Jun 2009

  New staff and a new location mean that you will need to update your contact details for the SLN team
• SLN engaging with employers
  8 Jun 2009

  A new team is in post and the SLN's new employer engagement activity is now underway!
• New Site! Learning Opportunities in the South East
  5 Mar 2009

  Learning Opportunities is a one stop shop which pulls together good quality IAG resources into a user friendly website
• Work at the SLN!
  17 Feb 2009

  We are looking to appoint a new Director and Deputy Director to the Sussex Learning Network
• Bringing Higher Education Within Reach
  17 Dec 2008

  A new e-book published by the SLN looks at key strands in LLN activity, such as curriculum development, progression, Information Advice and Guidance, and employer and student engagement
• SLN Three Year Report
  24 Nov 2008

  As the SLN’s initial period of HEFCE funding comes to an end, this report evaluates the impact achieved over the past three years, and looks forward to the next phase of activity
• Creative Arts Business Module
  21 Nov 2008

  The SLN is looking for feedback on a newly developed HE business module designed to equip students with the employment skills they need to succeed in the creative arts sector
• Recent study reinforces need for Learning Opportunities
  11 Nov 2008

  Sutton Trust review addresses higher education widening participation issues
• New report looks at the role of HE in workforce development
  31 Oct 2008

  A new report demonstrates the benefits to employers of building strong partnerships with higher education to produce a highly skilled workforce.
• Are vocational courses failing students?
  15 Oct 2008

  Graeme Hall, Director of the West London Lifelong Learning Network, hits back against claims that vocational courses are failing students
• Major report highlights universities links with schools
  15 Oct 2008

  Work on student progression carried out by the SLN, in conjunction with Aimhigher Sussex, links to recent report recommendations
• SLN Board bids farewell to Chris Baker
  22 Sep 2008

  Chris Baker, founding member and Director of the SLN, steps down after three successful years at the helm
• New Adult Advancement and Careers Service
  9 Sep 2008

  New arrangements are being put in place for the transfer of learndirect careers advice services into the LSC, in readiness for the establishment of the new Adult Advancement and Careers Service
• HE credit framework for England
  9 Sep 2008

  Universities UK, GuildHE and QAA have jointly published a higher education credit framework for England and associated guidance
• Work-based top-up pilot project
  1 Sep 2008

  SLN-commissioned report prepared by the University of Brighton Collaborative Training Centre addresses issues involved in establishing work-based learning as a route to honours degree
• Student Network Sussex - new student profiles
  26 Aug 2008

  Update! Inspirational students on vocational HE courses - read their profiles on the Student Network Sussex website
• Learning Opportunities in the South East
  21 Aug 2008

  Why is Learning Opportunities an award winning service? What makes it different? Tell us what you think.
• HE admissions and vocational education
  20 Aug 2008

  New Action on Access research looks at higher education admissions practices and their relationship to progression to HE from vocational courses
• Study of Sussex Learning Network students
  30 Jul 2008

  Who is the SLN learner? A new report provides a picture of the learners supported by the SLN, and explores their experience of higher education in Sussex.
• New training resources for advisory staff
  30 Jul 2008

  Use the SLN’s training materials and help us build up a bank of resources.
• Student Network Sussex - July Newsletter
  11 Jul 2008

  The latest newsletter from Student Network Sussex - containing news and views from students, and student focussed information - can now be found on their website.
• EL2 caught on camera
  4 Jul 2008

  Two short films capture the flavour of the issues and technologies being discussed by practitioners in education and e-learning at our Exploring e-Learning Technologies event on 03 June 2008
• Anne Colbourne iPod winner
  3 Jul 2008

  Anne Colbourne was the lucky winner of an iPod Touch, after her name was selected from all those completing a questionnaire as part of the Sussex Learning Network student study.
• Learning Opportunities in Sussex: our new booklet
  2 Jul 2008

  Hot off the press our new Learning Opportunities booklet provides information and advice about higher education for vocational learners and those who advise them. Order your free copies today!
• The Brighton Factor: New graduates and their local labour market
  28 May 2008

  Just over 3,000 final year students from the University of Sussex were contacted to find out about their thoughts about their time at university, their expectations and plans for when they finished their courses and whether they anticipated staying on in Brighton and Hove upon graduation.
• University Vocational Awards Council - Newsletter
  28 May 2008

  UVAC release the latest edition of their bi-monthly newsletter
• Exploring e-Learning Technologies - 03 June 2008
  18 May 2008

  Following the highly successful Exploring e-Learning Technologies event in February, there is a further opportunity to gain hands on experience of a range of e-Learning technologies on 3 June.
• THREE BY THE SEA - SLN Annual Conference 2008
  29 Apr 2008

  UPDATED! See the summaries, materials and photos from each of the three conferences.
• Sussexroutes - progression agreements online
  27 Apr 2008

  Sussexroutes is a groundbreaking online tool enabling learners to search over 200 special agreements supporting progression into and through higher education in Sussex.
• Curriculum, Curriculum, Curriculum
  26 Apr 2008

  SLN Foundation Degree Symposium 2008. Copies of the two keynote presentations and photographs from the day are now available.
• Creative media event - 29 April 2008
  22 Apr 2008

  A networking event in Haywards Heath for all those involved in the creative arts and new media field. Curriculum leads and specialists are particularly encouraged to attend. Find out more!
• Never say never!
  17 Apr 2008

  As seen in the Argus: come along to this SLN sponsored event on 22-23 April to find out more about developing your knowledge, skills and earning power. Read full article.
• Lifelong Learning Networks will help to increase opportunities for vocational learners
  14 Apr 2008

  An interim report published on 11 April 2008 by HEFCE shows that Lifelong Learning Networks (LLNs) will help to gradually improve the progression opportunities for vocational learners.
• Cheers to Angela's success
  8 Apr 2008

  Angela Kirkpatrick is the winner of the Foundation Degree Learner of the Year Award 2008, sponsored by Student Network Sussex. Watch the videos and find out more...
• Financing Your Future - Aimhigher leaflet
  7 Apr 2008

  Trying to work out how much going to university or college is going to cost can be daunting. Take a few minutes to read this new booklet – it can help you work out how much financial help you could get from the government and universities and colleges in Sussex.
• SLN The challenge for admissions - 21 May 2008
  20 Mar 2008

  Do you work in FE or HE in Sussex? To find out all you need to know about progression agreements locally, and see the new online progression tool in action, book now to attend this event.
• Angela Kirkpatrick wins FD Learner of the Year Award 2008
  14 Mar 2008

  Angela is studying at Plumpton College on her final year of a Foundation Degree in Wine Business.
• Students explore Second Life at Sussex
  12 Mar 2008

  From role play in mental health to helping catch drug dealers - Sussex students have been exploring how Second Life can be used to create interactive learning experiences.
• Foundation degree symposium events for 2008
  11 Mar 2008

  SLN Foundation Degree Symposium: next twilight session 15 May 2008, Work based learning and Foundation degrees: what works and what doesn't Places available book now!
• The Future for Lifelong Learning: An Independent Commission of Inquiry
  5 Mar 2008

  A new briefing has been released from an independent commission looking at the future of lifelong learning.
• New higher education centres to broaden provision
  5 Mar 2008

  A new DUIS consultation titled, 'A new "University Challenge"' aims to open up significant new opportunities for developing new centres of higher education in towns and cities.
• Employers could gain significant new powers to shape higher education degrees
  27 Feb 2008

  A leaked government paper suggest that they will be devoting the bulk of extra university funding over the next three years to degrees jointly designed and funded by employers.
• 10 percent of Level 3 qualifications now achieved through vocational routes
  27 Feb 2008

  The LSC have reported that the proportion of 16 to 19 year-olds achieving Level 3 qualifications via vocational routes has risen from 3.5% to 10.1% compared to this time last year.
• HEFCE to provide 105 million pound to expand employer engagement courses
  27 Feb 2008

  HEFCE will provide at least £105 million over the next three years to support the development of courses where the cost is jointly shared by the individual, the state and the employer.
• Northbrook College HE provision commended
  21 Feb 2008

  The Quality Assurance Agency has commended Northbrook College Sussex for its higher education provision on assessment, achievement and on evaluation.
• Learning Opportunities in Sussex
  21 Feb 2008

  "Learning Opportunities" provides information and advice about higher education and includes ‘ask an adviser’, a Personal Planning Pack, information sheets and much more. Now including information on careers.
• Foundation Degree Marketing Study Released
  15 Feb 2008

  Papworth Research & Consultancy, commissioned by the Sussex Learning Network, have carried out a study assessing the effectiveness of various approaches to the marketing of foundation degrees in Sussex, and exploring other potentially effective marketing techniques.
• Collaborative Training Centre events
  13 Feb 2008

  From 'Practical marketing for business' to 'Automotive air conditioning'. The CTC at the University of Brighton have released a list of short courses for 2008.
• Employer-accredited training announced
  11 Feb 2008

  QCA's announcement allows commercial companies the ability to award nationally accredited qualifications to employees.
• A new skill is high on new year wish list
  18 Jan 2008

  A nationwide study shows that learning a new skill is high on the wish list of achievements for nearly a quarter of Britain’s adults this year
• Record number of students gain university places
  18 Jan 2008

  Recent UCAS figures show a record 5.8% increase in university student places, which includes a proportional increase in mature students and those from lower socio-economic groups.
• Cambridge Pre-University qualification goes national
  17 Jan 2008

  The exams watchdog is preparing to back a controversial alternative to A-levels designed to prepare an academic elite for university, it is claimed today.
• Student Network Sussex - New Articles
  16 Jan 2008

  A series of new articles have been added to the Student Network Sussex website. These include work placement experiences and an update from last year's award winner.
• 'Flashers' win Curriculum Team quiz
  20 Dec 2007

  The e-Learning Team, Aimhigher's Liz Allen, and Health & Social Care's Chris Taylor formed the winning team 'Flashers', scooping the prize at the SLN Christmas Quiz. Find out more...
• SLN launch FdSc Rangiferine Studies
  17 Dec 2007

  A class of 12 elves have enrolled onto this year's vocational higher education course in Reindeer (Rangiferine) Management. Supported by a KTP programme and S.Claus Ltd. Find out more...
• SLN e-Learning Event - 13 February 2008
  11 Dec 2007

  This event offers some 'hands-on' opportunities for interaction with a number of innovative learning technologies, an introduction to the free OpenLearn study materials. A few places left!
• Funding Boost for Higher Level Skills in the Workforce
  5 Dec 2007

  Government announces new funding, rising to at least £50 million a year by 2010-11, to support innovative ways for Higher Education to work with employers to meet their skills needs.
• UniStats Website Launched
  4 Dec 2007

  Unistats is the official website launched to help learners compare subjects at universities and colleges in the UK. Find out more...
• UVAC: Work Based Learning - Excellence in Practice
  4 Dec 2007

  UVAC have released a special edition of their newsletter, which focuses exclusively on the presentations, discussions and outcomes from the annual conference.
• Creative arts and new media networking lunch
  19 Nov 2007

  Meet colleagues and share experiences on employer engagement and facilitating learner progression agreements.
  29 November 2007
• Do you use OU course materials in your teaching?
  14 Nov 2007

  Do you want to? The SLN e-Learning Project is running a Workshop on re-mixing open content materials
  4 December 2007.
• Sussex Foundation Degree Learner of the Year Award 2008
  14 Nov 2007

  If you are a Foundation Degree student who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to your learning, then you should be entering the Spring Awards now! Nominations closed
• Success of new Diplomas dependent on future of A Levels
  12 Nov 2007

  "The government has to be clearer about whether A Levels and GCSEs are to be included in the Diploma framework or whether they will be run parallel to it."
• SLN publishes second year review
  8 Nov 2007

  The SLN has published a review of its second year of activity, highlighting key areas of development and progress against the delivery plan 2006-08.
• e-Learning project puts Sussex on the map
  7 Nov 2007

  SLN e-Learning project puts Sussex on the map of Open Educational Resources. e-Learning team members participated in the Open University's recent OpenLearn Conference.
• Proposals invited
  6 Nov 2007

  SLN invites proposals for student research project as part of its overall evaluation
• Facilitating learner progression in Sussex
  2 Nov 2007

  A launch event for learner progression in Sussex in hospitality, travel, tourism and retail education featuring presentations and a reception.
  19 November 2007
• SLN launches new Research zone - find out more
  31 Oct 2007

  The Research zone includes details of the current research projects, as well as a repository of completed research reports and publications; facts, figures and statistics, and labour market information.
• New Diplomas welcomed, while A-level review postponed
  26 Oct 2007

  Organisations from across the education sector broadly welcomed the introduction of the 14-19 Diplomas and the government's postponement of the review of A-levels to 2013.
• Tackling troublesome knowledge
  24 Oct 2007

  'Threshold concepts’ and ‘troublesome knowledge’ were explored by the e-learning team in a very successful workshop at the University of Sussex.
• SLN launches new Employer zone
  18 Oct 2007

  The SLN has launched its new Employer zone, packed with useful information, case studies and fact sheets about vocational higher education.
• Opening doors to higher engineering
  17 Oct 2007

  "I wanted to obtain a qualification that would open doors to higher engineering positions and provide a real career progression path." Read more
• Demand for shorter, taught courses rises
  17 Oct 2007

  'Demand for shorter, taught courses and more professionally-orientated postgraduate qualifications has risen', the Financial Times suggests, in an article examining the long-term decline in PhDs.
• Discover blogs and wikis!
  4 Oct 2007

  The SLN e-Learning project team is developing a range of resources, the first of which is now available. Discover more about blogs and wikis in our Open Learn webspace.
• Free online ordering for leaflets, bookmarks, pens, bags and more...
  1 Oct 2007

  The SLN online shop has opened for business. Order your free SLN products here to support your institution or event.
• Postgraduate Certificate in E-Learning Design
  19 Sep 2007

  If you're a trainer looking to move into e-learning, or an e-learning designer wishing to extend your knowledge and fill in any gaps, this course is for you...
• Unionlearn launch careers advice line
  19 Sep 2007

  Free learning and careers advice line launched, in partnership with learndirect, at the TUC Congress in Brighton.
• Chichester College - 'Principal of the year'
  19 Sep 2007

  The principal of Chichester College, Dr Richard Parker, has been named 'Principal of the year' in a national awards ceremony.
• Report sheds light on higher level skills needs
  19 Sep 2007

  A new report by StepAhead Research into employment & skills in the Gatwick Diamond has been launched.
• Universities minister calls on universities to offer more part-time degrees
  17 Sep 2007

  The government has urged universities to increase the number of adult students by offering more evening classes and part-time degrees.
• Closer ties with the world of work
  13 Sep 2007

  John Denham, the Minister for Innovation, Universities and Skills, is expected to announce a big expansion of evening classes, weekend courses and part-time degrees for adults in higher education.
• Professional development in Health and Social Care
  3 Sep 2007

  Exciting opportunity for lecturers to gain experience of e-learning communication technology
• Forthcoming event: Exploring e-learning with the SLN
  3 Sep 2007

  Join the e-Learning team in the Creativity Zone, University of Sussex, on 2nd October in an interactive workshop exploring the potential of e-Learning.
• Report on university 'non-courses' branded academic snobbery
  25 Aug 2007

  Universities groups criticise report released by the Taxpayers’ Alliance which argues that hundreds of university degrees are ‘non-courses’ and a waste of public money.
• 'Training is key' in choice of graduate employer
  23 Aug 2007

  Graduates rate training and development more highly than the salary they will be paid, a poll suggests.
• Embrace Leitch or lose out to FE, sector warned
  25 Jul 2007

  THES article suggests that 'skills revolution' poses dilemma for universities.
• Apprenticeship: A key route to skill
  24 Jul 2007

  "Apprenticeship: A key route to skill", published by the House of Lords Select Committee on Economic Affairs.
• Implementing the Leitch Review of Skills in England
  19 Jul 2007

  "World Class Skills: implementing the Leitch Review of Skills in England" is the Government’s response to the independent Leitch Review of Skills.
• House of Lords debate skills and the careers service
  18 Jul 2007

  A debate was held in the House of Lords on 28 June 2007 on skills and the careers service.
• A third of prospective students will live at home
  18 Jul 2007

  Almost a third of young people starting at university this autumn intend to stay in their family home to avoid getting into debt, a survey suggests.
• First LSC skills campaign newsletter released
  18 Jul 2007

  The Learning and Skills Council release their first skills campaign newsletter.
• Graduate jobs rise, but pay is down
  10 Jul 2007

  The job market for graduates continues to remain buoyant - but there are signs in some areas that starting salaries are declining, research suggests.
• Brown targets work skills
  9 Jul 2007

  A DfES departmental revamp reflects the focus of the Leitch Report, with the creation of the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills.
• The Changing Landscape of HE in FE: An International Perspective
  2 Jul 2007

  Notes and presentations from the ESCalate event are now available.
• Underpinning learning, teaching and assessment with pedagogic research
  2 Jul 2007

  An event on 19 October will showcase some of the ways in which colleagues at the University of Brighton and partner colleges are using pedagogic research.
• Special arrangements for Sussex learners
  28 Jun 2007

  Organisations across Sussex sign up to supporting local learners to progress. Latest: SLN Board approve first SVPA agreements
• QAA launches new diploma
  28 Jun 2007

  A new nationally-recognised, diploma qualification will be available to all who successfully complete an Access to Higher Education course.
• Engaging senior managers in the skills agenda
  28 Jun 2007

  Engaging senior managers in an active dialogue about the skills agenda has been identified as a priority in a recent report on employer engagement and higher level skills in the South East
• Personalised learning plans in LLNs
  8 Jun 2007

  A HEFCE report presents the outcomes of a study designed to help LLNs to develop good practice in personalised learning plans.
• Report identifies land-based studies are strategically important to the nation
  8 Jun 2007

  HEFCE commissioned an independent review of land-based studies courses to identify any mismatch between supply and demand.
• Places available on courses across Sussex
  18 May 2007

  Whether you’re looking to get qualified, make a career change or want to get on in work, there’s something to suit you.
• 32 percent of graduates look for employment leading to a professional qualification
  16 May 2007

  The UK Graduate Careers Survey 2007 produced in association with The Times has been released.
• Second Life - what is it all about?
  15 May 2007

  The 2007 Eduserv Foundation Symposium focused on Second Life. This is your opportunity to find out what it's all about and assess its relevance for your teaching.
• Learning Together Project - evaluation
  11 May 2007

  An independent evaluation of learning programme for the community and voluntary sector in Sussex has been released.
• SLN e-Learning Conference - follow up
  9 May 2007

  With over 110 participants and a tangible buzz in the air, the event was a great success. Use our wiki to contribute your feedback and to find out more!
• Foundation degree symposium - follow up survey
  3 May 2007

  We are offering you the chance to continue to build on the work begun at the symposium. Workshop summaries and photos are now available. Please complete our online survey!
• SLN e-Learning Conference - News update
  25 Apr 2007

  The SLN e-Learning Conference on the 9 May 2007 now includes visits to the Creativity Zone at Sussex University.
• SLN Annual Conference 2007
  25 Apr 2007

  See the summaries, materials and photos from each of the seven conferences.
• Plumpton College open day
  25 Apr 2007

  Plumpton College open day will showcase courses from floristry to metalsmithing; agriculture to wine production. Saturday 12 May 2007, 10am-5pm
• LLN National Forum - curriculum workshops
  25 Apr 2007

  Curriculum specific workshops organised by the Lifelong Learning Networks National Forum
• Catherine's star performance
  3 Apr 2007

  Catherine Roberts from Northbrook College Sussex wins the SLN sponsored Foundation Degree Learner of the Year Award 2007
• Does communicating online facilitate learning?
  21 Mar 2007

  Upcoming SLN communication project compares the use and effectiveness of different online communication tools.
• SLN e-Learning Conference - now booking
  8 Mar 2007

  A programme for the SLN e-Learning Conference on the 9 May 2007 has been released. Use our online booking form to reserve your place now!
• New consultants appointed to Arts & New Media
  7 Mar 2007

  New consultants are engaged to work within the SLN Arts & New Media curriculum area, drawing in a range of expertise in specific subject areas from institutions across Sussex.
• Vocational HE applications in Sussex up by 871
  1 Mar 2007

  UCAS applications for Foundation Degrees and HNDs in Sussex increase by 871.
• Increasing fees could bring increasing expectations for careers advice
  21 Feb 2007

  With the introduction of higher fees, students and parents are chasing the best deals for everything, including better support from careers services.
• Emphasising vocational skills achieves widened participation
  21 Feb 2007

  Guardian higher education summit shows that widening participation and involving under-represented groups are most likely to be achieved by emphasising vocational skills.
• Are top-up fees driving rise in popularity of vocational courses?
  21 Feb 2007

  Vocational courses are continuing to rise in popularity, but does this mean students are choosing courses more with their heads than their hearts?
• Delivering world class skills in a demand led system
  14 Feb 2007

  DFES and LSC seek views on the proposed reforms required to deliver the adult skills, employer skills and 14-19 challenges.
• February newsletter for LLN practitioners
  14 Feb 2007

  The latest newsletter from the Lifelong Learning Networks National Forum.
• Award for Sussex vocational marketing campaign
  14 Feb 2007

  Central Sussex College wins national marketing award for its part in marketing an innovative scheme for school leavers.
• One in three adults return to learning
  14 Feb 2007

  New research from the Learning and Skills Council shows that 35% of people choose to return to learning as adults.
• Seminar reveals breadth and diversity of SLN activities
  9 Feb 2007

  SLN curriculum leads present an update on activities at SLN Board seminar.
• HEFCE release key statistics on foundation degrees
  7 Feb 2007

  The report covers the trends in student numbers, the characteristics of programmes, attributes of students, students' feedback, progression and qualification rates and progression to further study.
• A higher education means 20-25 percent higher earnings
  7 Feb 2007

  A new report from Universities UK, the vice-chancellors’ umbrella body, today highlights the economic benefits associated with higher education qualification attainment.
• Sussex learning and labour market profile released by the LSC
  7 Feb 2007

  The report provides an analysis of the socio-economic profile, labour market and skills supply and demand in Sussex
• Vocational student short-listed for national film award
  7 Feb 2007

  Northbrook College Sussex student Adam Rencontre was short-listed for the prestigious prize while studying for a First Diploma in Media.
• Providing higher education style experience for 16-19
  6 Feb 2007

  The QCA have provided guidance on how the use of HE modules can enhance the development of higher-level skills needed for success in HE and beyond.
• Symposium: Foundation Degrees five years on
  1 Feb 2007

  A symposium on 20 April for all those in Sussex with an interest in foundation degrees. Fully Booked
• Fostering closer working: SLN and Aimhigher Sussex
  30 Jan 2007

  Sussex organisations collaborate to focus on improved delivery of services for vocational learners
• Vocational A levels and university entry: is there parity of esteem?
  24 Jan 2007

  New Higher Education Policy Institute report considers the relationship between vocational and academic Level 3 qualifications.
• Success for vocational students at Central Sussex College
  24 Jan 2007

  Students from Central Sussex College successfully complete Level 4 City & Guilds Higher Professional Certificate in Technical Salon Management.
• SLN funding available for practitioner research projects
  24 Jan 2007

  SLN offers funding for research into the experiences of vocational learners and those who support them. Applications closed
• Plumpton students set to ride to success with help of new technology
  17 Jan 2007

  Vocational learners studying equine courses at Plumpton College are benefiting from an exciting new resource. The simulator horse will help those learning to ride, as well as offering new opportunities for research.
• Universities call for clarity over employer-backed degrees
  17 Jan 2007

  Academics remain confused about the government's plans for "employer demand-led funding", which Education Secretary Alan Johnson expects to generate an extra 15,000 student places.
• Vocational degrees blurring the boundaries between universities and colleges?
  17 Jan 2007

  Two students studying higher level vocational courses, one at a further education college and the other at a university. Described as 'different but equal', are they really equal, and what is the difference?
• Learning at work: learning what works in Sussex
  17 Jan 2007

  Innovative approach to SLN annual conference, to be held on 20 and 21 June 2007.
• Are you an employer who has benefited from higher education?
  10 Jan 2007

  Have you used higher education to develop your workforce and business? Has higher education helped you develop your knowledge, career or skills?
• The challenges for shaping the future of Access to higher education
  10 Jan 2007

  Access as a dynamic and innovative force for progression - regional OCN conference looks to the future of vocational education and training. 21 March 2007, London.
• SLN prize draw winner provides vocational training
  20 Dec 2006

  An entry level qualification with Re:Fresh could be the first step on the path to qualifying with an honours degree from a university in Sussex.
• Students wanted for new consultancy projects in Sussex
  18 Dec 2006

  A new series of projects, funded by the SLN, will create new resources (including a website and newsletter) for vocational students in Sussex.
• SLN Delivery Plan 2006-08 now available online
  13 Dec 2006

  The new Sussex Learning Network delivery plan is now available for download. The plan sets out the SLN's aims and commitments for the period 2006-08.
• Season's greetings from the Sussex Learning Network
  13 Dec 2006

  The staff of the Sussex Learning Network would like to wish you season’s greetings and a happy new year!
• Successful launch event highlights the challenge ahead for the SLN
  6 Dec 2006

  Over 70 partners from across Sussex joined the SLN to launch its delivery plan 2006-08 at an evening reception on 28 November.
• Sussex Downs College wins Beacon Edge Award
  6 Dec 2006

  The Multimedia team at Sussex Downs College has just been presented with a Beacon Award for Practical Teaching and Practical Learning.
• Lord Leitch publishes review of long term skills needs
  6 Dec 2006

  Employers should drive the UK's skills agenda to ensure the country can remain economically competitive in the decades to come, the Leitch review recommended on Tuesday.
• HEFCE Consultation: higher education in further education colleges
  6 Dec 2006

  HEFCE launch a consultation seeking views of: the role of HE in FECs, strategic development of provision, proposals for centres for HE excellence in colleges, funding and relationships.
• Universities boss blasts vocational degree critics
  30 Nov 2006

  "Far from being 'Mickey Mouse', these new degree courses are actually meeting the needs of industries worth billions of pounds a year to the UK economy"
• Research Seminar on the work of the Sussex Learning Network
  24 Nov 2006

  Pete Odgers and Conor Sheehan are leading the SLN’s work on Travel, Tourism and Retail. They are holding a Seminar on 29 November to tell colleagues about the implications of their work.
• Nuffield Review of 14-19 Education Released
  24 Nov 2006

  "progression to higher education can be problematic for those with vocational qualifications, and there is a need for these qualifications to be viewed and utilised more positively."
• Lifelong Learning Networks National Forum
  24 Nov 2006

  Creating a national resource for the exchange of ideas and good practice in the LLN community: the LLN National Forum launches its website and holds its first conference.
• Sussex Foundation Degree Learner of the Year Award 2007
  24 Nov 2006

  If you are a Foundation Degree student who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to your learning, then you should be entering the Spring Awards now!