Nuclear Skills Academy

About the Academy

The Nuclear Skills Academy is the first of its kind and aims to sustain nuclear capability within the UK’s submarines programme by creating a dedicated pipeline of talent at the start of their careers.

Based in Derby at the iHub, the Nuclear Skills Academy is a partnership between the University of Derby and Rolls-Royce supported by industry and education experts, including the Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, the National College for Nuclear and Derby City Council. This ensures new apprentices have access to the best courses and mentors throughout their apprenticeship.

The Rolls Royce Nuclear Skills Academy located at the I-Hub in Derby, surrounded by grass fields.
The Rolls Royce Nuclear Skills Academy, located at the I-Hub Derby.
The main entrance to the Rolls Royce, Nuclear Skills Academy.

Nuclear Skills Apprenticeship Pathways

Find out more about the Level 3 Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Find out more about the Level 3 Pipe Welding Apprenticeship

Find out more about the Level 4 Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Find out more about the Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer Degree Apprenticeship

Find out more about the Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship

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Gaining hands on experience outside of the classroom

Apprentice Nuclear Submarine Fitter at Rolls Royce, Mohammed Khan, has always been fascinated by how things work. His interest in problem solving led him to study a Level 3 Advanced Technical Apprenticeship, which has provided him with the skills to excel in his role.

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Press

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iHub set to house Rolls-Royce Submarines’ Nuclear Skills Academy

Rolls-Royce Submarines has announced plans to open a new academy dedicated to nuclear training within the city. In partnership with the University of Derby.

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New Nuclear Skills Academy opens

A new Nuclear Skills Academy has been opened today by Rolls-Royce, with support from the University of Derby.

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Nuclear Skills Academy launched in the House of Lords

Rolls-Royce Submarines Ltd celebrated the launch of its new Nuclear Skills Academy at an event in the House of Lords.

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Derby becomes first university in Midlands to join National College for Nuclear

The University of Derby has joined the National College for Nuclear (NCfN) as an Approved Provider to deliver high quality qualifications in support of the nuclear sector.

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Derby's Nuclear Skills Academy scoops national partnership award

A partnership between the University of Derby and Rolls-Royce Submarines Ltd focused on developing nuclear skills and experts of the future has been recognised at a top industry awards ceremony.

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University of Derby joins Nuclear Institute Educational Affiliate Scheme

The Educational Affiliate Scheme supports universities and Further Education establishments to deliver high quality nuclear education courses to future nuclear professionals.

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University joins Nuclear AMRC to drive low-carbon innovation and collaboration

The University of Derby has joined the Nuclear AMRC to collaborate on industrial research and skills development for nuclear and other low-carbon sectors.