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What is an Industry Innovation Hub

An Industry Innovation Hub offers Level 2 and 3 courses which are all co-developed & co-delivered by employers. On top of this every student on an Industry Innovation Hub course is guaranteed work experience of up to 35 hours, giving you essential skills to take into your future career.

Welcome to a new way of learning

At Accrington and Rossendale College, we’re changing the way you learn by bringing industries to life on campus. Through our cutting-edge Industry Innovation Hubs, we go beyond textbooks, giving you real-world skills, hands-on experience, and the professional connections that set you up for success.

What can you study?

Our Industry Innovation Hubs cover a range of booming industries, helping you pursue a career in innovative, high-demand sectors such as:

Health

Digital

Business & Professional Services

Your Pathway to Endless Opportunities

Will choosing to study at one of Industry Innovation or Industry Development Hubs get you one step closer to your chosen career….

YES

By choosing an Industry Innovation Hub, you’ll gain:

Real-world experience that makes your CV stand out.

Insights into what employers are looking for right now and in the future.

Opportunities to compete in regional and national skills competitions.

Cutting-edge experiences like virtual reality work simulations.

What Makes Our Industry Innovation Hubs Stand Out:

Co-developed courses - Co-designed with leading employers, ensuring your education matches real-world skills requirements.
Guaranteed work experience - Get up to 35 hours of placement, so you develop practical, on-the-job knowledge.
Expert tutors and guest lectures – receive first-class training from professionals who bring industry insights right into your learning.

Enriching activities – From engaging industry days and trips to workplaces, you'll broaden your understanding of the sector.
Financial support for placements - making it easier for everyone to access real-world training.
Global study opportunities - gain international perspectives in your chosen field.

Built for your future.

We don’t just talk about your future; we actively connect you to it. Our partnerships with over 150 employers mean an industry-aligned curriculum that gives you the skills employers are looking for. Companies like MAG and the NHS, are already shaping our programmes, ensuring you’re ready to hit the ground running when you leave College.

Big brands are helping shape our curriculum..

Are you ready to Apply?

Get ready to experience an extraordinary new way of learning, with more opportunities than ever before. Simply apply for your chosen course and we will do the rest!