Meet our Students: Kayley
We spoke to Kayley about her experience on the Food Science degree as part of her Technical Professional Apprenticeship at the National Centre for Food Manufacturing.
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Short Courses
Developing Your Skills
The National Centre for Food Manufacturing offers a wide range of professionally accredited short course options, including British Retail Consortium (BRC) accredited programmes. Our short courses cover areas including auditing, food safety, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point, health and safety, management and team development, and technical and product development.
e-Learning Programmes
The National Centre for Food Manufacturing is now offering a selection of short courses online. Our e-Learning programmes offers flexibility, allowing you to choose when to sit the modules online. Our e-Learning courses include: Food Safety; Health and Safety; Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point; and Introduction to Allergens.
Skills Bootcamp Programmes
The University of Lincoln is a proud provider of Skills Bootcamps, which form a part of the UK Government’s Skills for Life initiative, facilitated in our region by the Greater Lincolnshire LEP in partnership with Lincolnshire County Council. These bootcamps have been made possible thanks to £2m in Government funding for across Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland in 2023 and a further £3m for courses in 2024. They are flexible courses of at least 60 hours of training, giving people the opportunity to gain new skills and fast-track to an interview with a local employer, or gain new skills in an existing job. They are free to all learners and can be online, face-to-face, or a mixture of both depending on the subject.
Level 5 Skills Bootcamps in Soil, Water & Sustainable Land Management
This Skills Bootcamp supports professionals in agriculture and environmental sectors, especially those specialising in sustainable land management. It offers two industry-recognised qualifications: the BASIS Certificate in Sustainable Land Management, ideal for environmental advisers, farmers, and land managers, and the BASIS Certificate in Soil and Water Management, focusing on protecting soil structure, preventing erosion, and reducing water pollution. Successful completion of these certificates form 2 of the required qualifications for achieving the BASIS Diploma in Agronomy.
Delivery: Blended (Online/In Person at the Riseholme Campus)
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £350, Large Business £1050 (full price £3500).
To be eligible for course funding, attendees must live and work in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland.
Course dates:
TBC
For booking details and further information please contact OAS@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 4 Skills Bootcamps in Practical Leadership and Management
This Skills Bootcamp acts as the first steps in the development of students into their role as leaders and managers. The Skills Bootcamp builds learning opportunities for students to progress through a series of simulations based on workplace activities. The first stage of their development is building the foundation blocks of the skills and attributes of leadership and management which is then progressed through advanced application to more complex and challenging leadership and management roles. The Skills Bootcamp is designed for junior managers who hold job titles such as team leader or supervisor, providing them with 30 credits from the University of Lincoln at level 4.
Delivery: Online/Blended
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £250, Large Business £750 (full price £2500).
To be eligible for course funding, attendees must live and work in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland.
Course dates:
Cohort 1:
24/09/25,
01/10/25,
08/10/25,
15/10/25,
22/10/25,
05/11/25,
12/11/25
and 19/11/25
For booking details and further information please contact OAS@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 4 Skills Bootcamps in Food Manufacturing Excellence and Continuous Improvement
This Skills Bootcamp will support the development of knowledge, skills and behaviours of Process Leaders and manufacturing operatives crucial in various organisational settings, focusing on both large-scale production and the creation of bespoke products.
Delivery: In Person
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £200, Large Business £600 (full price £2000).
To be eligible for course funding, attendees must live and work in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland.
Course dates:
Holbeach
Cohort 1:
01/09/25,
02/09/25,
03/09/25,
04/09/25,
22/09/25,
23/09/25,
24/09/25
and 25/09/25
Cohort 2:
06/10/25,
07/10/25,
08/10/25,
09/10/25,
20/10/25,
21/10/25,
22/10/25
and 23/10/25
Grimsby
Dates TBC
For booking details and further information please contact NCFM@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 3 Skills Bootcamps in Food and Drink Safety and Compliance
This Skills Bootcamp is ideal for food industry professionals responsible for maintaining high standards of safety and quality. It covers food safety best practices, hazard management, auditing, and the application of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles. Through a mix of theory and hands-on learning, participants will gain the skills to manage risks, support continuous improvement, and prepare for internal and third-party audits. Successful completion of the Skills Bootcamp results in a certificate of attendance, with the opportunity for external certification in Food Safety, HACCP and Internal Auditing.
Delivery: In Person
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £250, Large Business £750 (full price £2500).
To be eligible for course funding, attendees must live and work in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland.
Course Dates:
Holbeach
Cohort 1:
09/09/25,
10/09/25,
11/09/25,
01/10/25,
02/10/25,
15/10/25,
16/10/25
and 17/10/25
Grimsby
Cohort 2:
22/01/26,
29/01/26,
05/02/26,
11/02/26,
13/02/26,
24/02/26,
25/02/26
and 26/02/26
For booking details and further information please contact NCFM@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 4 Skills Bootcamps for Future Seafood Leaders
This Skills Bootcamp supports Process Leaders and multiskilled operatives working in seafood manufacturing, including high-volume, advanced, or small-scale operations. Participants will develop essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours to lead or support production activities and drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and safety. The course also prepares delegates to take on wider responsibilities related to resourcing, budgets, equipment, materials, health and safety, the environment, and risk management. By the end of the programme, learners will be better equipped to contribute to operational excellence and continuous improvement within their organisations.
Delivery: Blended (online / in person)
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £250, Large Business £750 (full price £2500).
To be eligible for course funding, attendees must live and work in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland.
Course Dates:
Grimsby
Cohort 1:
09/09/25,
10/09/25,
12/09/25,
02/10/25,
03/10/25,
23/10/25,
24/10/25
and 31/10/25
For booking details and further information please contact NCFM@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 4 Skills Bootcamps in Managing Teams in Technical or Engineering Functions for Food Businesses
This Skills Bootcamp will define the role of leaders and managers at the forefront of change, equipping them with essential leadership skills and help them to progress in their career as they manage teams in their current business roles.
Delivery: Online
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £185, Large Business £555 (full price £1850).
Course Dates:
10th, 24th January
7th, 18th, 25th February
4th, 11th, 18th March
For booking details and further information please contact oas@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 4 Skills Bootcamps in Digitalisation of Food Manufacturing Systems
Digitalisation is a key element of manufacturing and those businesses that have embraced the innovation have seen the benefit of the efficiency it brings. This Skills Bootcamp will equip participants with an understanding of the process and roadmap a business should take to adopt these digital opportunities.
Delivery: Online
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £185, Large Business £555 (full price £1850).
Course Dates:
17th, 31st January 2025
14th, 21st, 28th February 2025
7th, 14th, 21st March 2025
For booking details and further information please contact NCFM@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 4 Skills Bootcamps in Food and Drink Product Development & Sensory Analysis
The Skills Bootcamp is designed to enhance participants' comprehension of the essential practices and systems necessary for the creation of successful food products. It centres on the relationship among product development, consumer behaviours, and food marketing, highlighting their combined influence on the triumph of food products within a competitive marketplace.
Delivery: Blended, online and in person at NCFM, Holbeach
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £250, Large Business £750 (full price £2500).
Dates:
Cohort 1
5th (on-campus), 7th November (online) 2024
12th (online) 14th November (on-campus) 2024
4th (on-campus), 5th December (online) 2024
9th, 23rd January 2025 (online)
Cohort 2
30th January 2025 (on-campus)
6th, 12th February 2025 (online)
18th, 25th February 2025 (on-campus)
27th February 2025 (online) 6th ,
19th March 2025 (online)
For booking details and further information please contact NCFM@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 3 Skills Bootcamps in Responsible Management – Sustainability
This Skills Bootcamp will explore the underlying causes of environmental and social unsustainability, as well as considering the implications of these for management and business practice. It will encourage creativity and innovation in the development of new sustainable practices and business models.
Delivery: In-Person (Lincoln), or Online (Cohort 2 only)
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £125, Large Business £375 (full price £1250).
Course Dates:
Cohort 1 (In-Person)
10th, 17th, 24th, 31st January 2025
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th February 2025
Cohort 2 (Online)
27th, 31st January 2025
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th February 2025
7th, 14th, 17th, 23rd March 2025
For booking details and further information please contact oas@lincoln.ac.uk
Level 3 Skills Bootcamps in Project Management
This Skills Bootcamp will support the development of knowledge, skills and behaviours of individuals who undertake tasks with distinct start, end points and deliverables, to understand the key stages of a project and undertake a project within an organisation to achieve organisational objectives, and effectively manage resources.
Delivery: Online or In Person
Cost: This course is part-funded as part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee. SMEs pay 10% of the programme value, while large employers pay 30%: SME £100, Large Business £300 (full price £1000).
Course Dates:
Cohort 1 - Online
29th November 2024
6th, 13th, 20th December 2024
10th, 17th, 24th, 31st January 2025
Cohort 2 - Online
10th, 17th, 24th, 28th January 2025
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th February 2025
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th March 2025
Cohort 4 - Online & In Person
14th, 21st, 28th March 2025
4th, 11th, 25th April 2025
2nd, 9th May 2025
For booking details and further information please contact oas@lincoln.ac.uk
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