Are you interested in empowering your own or your teams' Digital Skills?
In an era defined by rapid technological change, digital competence is essential not only for individual career progression but also for the economic vitality of the region. The North West Digital Employment Pathways Training Hub (NW DEPTH) has been established to meet this need by creating a structured, learner-centred digital skills ecosystem designed to support accessible, high-quality training for individuals across the North West.
A Strategic Cross-Border Initiative
NW DEPTH is a four-year collaborative project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). The initiative forms part of a broader approach to socio-economic regeneration, targeting digital skills gaps and strengthening the region's cross-border talents.
The project is being delivered through a strategic partnership involving:
- Atlantic Technological University (ATU)
- Ulster University (UU)
- North West Regional College (NWRC)
- Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB)
- Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB)
These institutions operate collaboratively through the North West Tertiary Education Cluster (NWTEC) to deliver inclusive digital training across the North West City Region.
Are you interested in empowering your own or your teams Digital Skills?
NW DEPTH is designed around a comprehensive digital skills framework that enables learners to progress through flexible but structured learning pathways. Starting from foundational competence and extending to advanced specialisations, the programme supports participants in:
- Re-skilling in the Digital Skills area;
- Remaining competitive in current roles connected with Digital Skills;
- Progressing into higher-level digital and cybersecurity careers.
Who Can Benefit?
The hub's digital training opportunities are open to a broad audience, including:
- Jobseekers seeking essential digital skills;
- Workers aiming to reskill or upskill;
- Employers looking to strengthen workforce capabilities;
- Communities seeking inclusive access to digital learning.
By delivering practical, employment-focused education, NW DEPTH helps foster a more resilient and future-ready digital workforce throughout the North West cross-border region.
Flexible, High-Impact Delivery
Courses are designed with flexibility in mind, combining online learning with structured face-to-face sessions where appropriate. This ensures that learners can progress according to their lifestyle, employment status, or prior experience, empowering participants to build confidence and capability in essential digital skill areas.
Learn More and Get Involved
NW DEPTH represents a significant investment in cross-border digital capability. Whether you are seeking to begin or enhance your digital career, there are opportunities to engage with a suite of learning pathways tailored to your ambitions.
Stay informed about course availability, progression routes, and how to register by registering your interest here:
NW DEPTH will run for four years, and will see an investment of nearly €10 million in digital skills in the North West region. An innovative portfolio of upskilling and reskilling training courses in digital and cybersecurity skills will be delivered to over 2,000 individuals.
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