Earlier this year, UWE Bristol was named Training Provider of the Year at the prestigious Enginuity Skills Awards 2025.
The Training Provider Skills Champion of the Year award recognises outstanding commitment to learning and skills development, supporting sustainable engineering and manufacturing growth through partnerships between providers and employers.
Since 2017, UWE Bristol has supported more than 1,000 Engineering and Built Environment apprentices, with achievement rates of up to 100%. Our Women in Industry project is one example of how we are tackling skills and diversity gaps. By working with employers and STEM networks, the project boosted female apprenticeship applications by 60% in a single year.
“We are so proud of our Apprenticeship programmes, and the opportunities they provide for increasing access, participation, and representation in engineering and construction. This award reflects the hard work and dedication of so many people, underpinned by critical projects such as Women Like Me,”
– Simon Flenley, Assistant Director of Research & External Engagement (Skills), UWE Bristol
Recognition across the sector
Our success at the Enginuity Awards was followed by further recognition: UWE Bristol has also been shortlisted for University of the Year at the Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards 2025.
These awards showcase the breadth of talent within multicultural communities, supported by employers and learning providers. Apprenticeships at UWE Bristol play a vital role in widening participation and reaching groups who may not typically access higher education.
“At Babbasa, we believe all young people, regardless of background, deserve the chance to realise their professional ambitions. Through our partnership with UWE’s Centre for Apprenticeships, we’re bridging the gap between aspiration and opportunity by empowering employers with inclusive practices, uplifting young voices, and creating pathways to a fairer, more representative workforce,”
– Sangeetha Wynter, Head of Services, Babbasa
Looking forward
While we know there is still more to do, these achievements highlight UWE Bristol’s ongoing commitment to creating inclusive, employer-led apprenticeships that drive both social mobility and regional skills growth.
We’re excited to build on this momentum and continue working with employers, partners, and communities to expand opportunities for all.