The University of Cumbria and Sellafield Ltd. were delighted to have their work recognised at a prestigious national award.

The local university and nuclear power company’s joint initiative, ‘Project Academy for Sellafield ‘, was named runner up in the NSA Nuclear Skills Award 2021.

The project was a finalist in the Best Provider & Employer Collaboration at NSA Nuclear category.

Director of Employer Engagement and Professional Development at the University of Cumbria’s Institute of Business, Industry and Leadership, Ian Sinker, said:"We are delighted that our partnership with Sellafield Ltd has been recognised at the UK Nuclear Skills Award in the ‘Best Provider & Employer Collaboration’ category.

"Reflecting on the last five years, it is clear to see the impact the Project Academy has had and the benefits being delivered to Sellafield Ltd, its supply chain partners and beyond.

"This level of recognition reflects the close working relationship and our joint ambition to deliver high quality project management education.

"We look forward to the future and working to further strengthen the links between academia and industry."

Originally established in 2016, the Project Academy for Sellafield is a joint working arrangement between the University of Cumbria and Sellafield Ltd.

The Academy delivers project management short courses, professional qualifications and degree programmes to prepare and educate our employees in West Cumbria and Warrington for the changing landscape of project management.