Cyber and Digital Launchpad 2026
Bringing employers and learners together to meet the sector’s future job demands.
University of Gloucestershire is once again joining forces with employers from across the county’s cyber and digital sector offering new apprenticeship opportunities as part of the Cyber and Digital Launchpad scheme.
The scheme enables employers to be meet with new recruits keen to embark on a career in cyber and digital, while gaining a degree qualification as part of their apprenticeship.
University of Gloucestershire is hosting two key cyber and digital events – one for employers and one for learners. Our Employer Roundtable Event, took place on Thursday 29 January 2026, bringing together organisations from all sectors interested in recruiting cyber and digital apprentices. Employers gained valuable insight into how apprenticeships work at UoG and how they can benefit their workforce.
This will be followed by the Cyber and Digital Launchpad Learner Event on Wednesday 18 March, which will connect innovative employers with motivated prospective learners – unlocking new talent and supporting the next generation of cyber and digital professionals.
Employer Roundtable
Our Employer Roundtable Event took place on Thursday 29 January 2026.
The Gloucestershire Cyber and Digital Launchpad Employer Roundtable enhances partnerships between local businesses and the University of Gloucestershire, helping employers learn more about the scheme and access the next generation of talent in cyber security, software engineering, network engineering, and data analysis through degree apprenticeships.
The event was also an opportunity to connect with other employers, meet our expert academics and find out about the unique support on offer.
Launchpad 2026 Learner Event
Join us online on Wednesday 18 March for our Launchpad 2026 Learner Event. During this informative and interactive session learners, teachers and parents will be able to:
- Learn about the exciting apprenticeship opportunities on offer.
- Find out more about the specific cyber and digital apprenticeships programmes from our UoG academics and support teams.
Once you book your place, a meeting link will be sent to you with all the necessary details for the session which has now been switched to online to ensure it is more accessible by everyone who wants to take part.
If you have previously registered, your place is still confirmed and you’ll shortly receive the link you need to join the online session.
How the Launchpad scheme works
We’re currently partnered with a range of organisations including Cyber Security Associates, Salus, Cyberis and Gloucester City Council.
Through our collaborations with schools, colleges and community organisations, we’re able to help employers find suitable candidates to fill new apprenticeship roles starting September 2026.
The most important thing is that you have a natural talent for computing and are excited about developing your cyber and digital skills. Perhaps you enjoy coding in your spare time, or you get a kick out of teaching yourself new tech skills.
Employers may set additional entry requirements depending on their organisational needs – if so, you will find this out when applying.
Find out more about our cyber and digital apprenticeships:
Information for learners | Information for employers
Every employer that attended our last Launchpad event secured at least one apprentice.
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Hear from Sophie Burch, Client Development Manager
“It has been hugely rewarding to work with so many fantastic employers wanting to give local young people the opportunity to embark on a career in cyber and digital, as well as gain the qualifications that will set them up for a successful career.”
Contact Sophie by email via [email protected]
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