Short Courses

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:

Start date: 26^th Jan

End date: 18^th March 2026

For booking details and further information please contact OAS@lincoln.ac.uk

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

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

Cohort 1: 5^th, 6^th /11/25, 17^th, 18^th, 24^th,  25^th Nov

4^th, 5^th Dec 2025

Cohort 2: 2^nd, 3^rd, 16^th, 17^th, 23^rd, 24^th Feb

9^th, 10^th March 2026

For booking details and further information please contact NCFM@lincoln.ac.uk

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

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