Driving the digital skills agenda in Staffordshire
Kerry Merritt, Total Telecom
Wednesday 28 April 21

Digital skills have become invaluable in the modern working world. As such, ensuring that young people leave education fully equipped with the relevant digital skills set is crucial
In an interview with Total Telecom, Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Staffordshire University, Professor Martin Jones, shared his insights into the role that universities have to play in addressing the UK’s digital divide. He also shared his insights into how Staffordshire University is leading the way with its innovative digital course offerings and the University’s key role in contributing to the local economies of Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire.
Staffordshire’s digital course offerings
As the first institution in the UK to offer computing as a degree scheme in the 1960s, it’s fair to say that Staffordshire University has a track record when it comes to appreciating digitalisation. The University’s current course portfolio now boasts numerous cutting…
In an interview with Total Telecom, Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Staffordshire University, Professor Martin Jones, shared his insights into the role that universities have to play in addressing the UK’s digital divide. He also shared his insights into how Staffordshire University is leading the way with its innovative digital course offerings and the University’s key role in contributing to the local economies of Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire.
Staffordshire’s digital course offerings
As the first institution in the UK to offer computing as a degree scheme in the 1960s, it’s fair to say that Staffordshire University has a track record when it comes to appreciating digitalisation. The University’s current course portfolio now boasts numerous cutting…
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