University of Exeter receives £6m grant for defence-focused engineering and computer science courses
By
Guy Henderson
Summary
The University of Exeter is among institutions receiving a share of £80 million in government grants for defence-related courses. The funding, focused on engineering and computer science fields including cyber security, robotics, autonomous technology, aerospace engineering, and advanced manufacturing, aims to boost British businesses, jobs, and innovation in the defence sector. This follows recent support for construction industry placements at Exeter College.
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· 1 pulledI am proud that this government has pledged to back British businesses, jobs, and innovation, so that defence investment delivers jobs and training in our communities.
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