DIGITAL TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE COLLEGE
Shaping the future of digital skills in the West Midlands by connecting students, employers and industry.
POWERING THE WEST MIDLANDS' DIGITAL FUTURE
BMet College has been selected as a Digital Technical Excellence College (DTEC). This national recognition places us at the centre of digital skills development for the region.
We bring together education and industry to create a stronger, more connected digital talent pipeline.
Backed by Industry Leaders
BMet’s DTEC status is supported and endorsed by key regional organisations, including:
- College West Midlands
- Coventry and Warwickshire Chambers of Commerce
- Greater Birmingham and Solihull Chambers of Commerce
- Greater Birmingham Institute of Technology
- Skills West Midlands and Warwickshire
- TechWM
- West Midlands Combined Authority
- West Midlands Growth Company
This collaboration ensures everything we deliver is aligned with real economic and industry needs.
What is a DTEC?
The Digital Technical Excellence College (DTEC) is part of a national initiative to strengthen the UK’s digital workforce.
At BMet, this means:
- Delivering cutting-edge digital and technology training
- Aligning courses directly with employer and industry needs
- Creating real opportunities for learners to progress into digital careers
We act as the skills delivery arm of the UK’s Digital and Technologies Sector Plan, turning national priorities into real opportunities across the West Midlands.
FOR STUDENTS
Whether you are just starting out or looking to specialise, DTEC programmes are designed to help you succeed in a fast-moving digital world. You will benefit from:
- Courses in high-demand areas such as AI, Cyber security, Software engineering, and Immersive media
- Industry-led learning and real-world projects
- Access to placements and employer connections
- Clear progression into careers or higher education
FOR EMPLOYERS
BUILD YOUR FUTURE WORKFORCE
The DTEC gives your business direct access to a pipeline of skilled digital talent. Partnering with BMet means:
- Helping shape curriculum to meet your needs
- Accessing work-ready students and apprentices
- Supporting innovation and productivity
- Building long-term talent pipelines
