Our work
The Partner College Network works on a broad range of objectives that encompasses:
- the delivery of higher education within further education and
- joint work on a range of initiatives related to widening participation and access.
The network forms part of a broader commitment to regional development, in particular to the regeneration of the Thames Gateway.
It also offers HNC and HND programmes, Levels 4 and 5 of honours degrees, some honours degree programmes, and a growing portfolio of foundation degrees (Fds).
Information for partners
Visit our Partner College Handbook page for information, guidance and support.
Our Partners

Bird College
Bird College is a conservatoire for dance and musical theatre based in Sidcup, in South East London.

Flourish Learning Trust
Flourish Learning Trust delivers training opportunities and specialist outreach services to educational professionals across North and East London.

Hadlow College (part of North Kent College)
Study courses in agriculture, horticulture, and the management and handling of animals at University Centre, Hadlow.

London South East Colleges (LSEC)
The new dedicated University Centre, based in Orpington, offers students high-quality teaching, small class sizes and flexible learning.

MidKent College
Study courses in Construction, Engineering, Civil Engineering and Building Services at a dedicated specialist centre in Kent’s County Town.

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT)
The University partners with NESCOT to provide specialist courses to develop teaching and education sector professionals.

North Kent College
The College offers Higher Education programmes that have a strong vocational focus and have been designed to prepare graduates to the increasingly competitive job market.

Plumpton College
Plumpton College offers land & environment courses in agriculture, horticulture, animal behaviour, equine science, veterinary and wine.

The Woolwich College
The Woolwich College London (TWCLONDON) is a dynamic and innovative institution dedicated to providing quality education that empowers students to achieve their academic and professional goals.