The 2kt Partners
Edinburgh Napier University
A leading research-informed teaching-led Higher Education Institution, Edinburgh Napier University has consistently proved itself effective in the transfer of knowledge to industry and society. We are widely recognised for the excellence and relevance of our best research. Edinburgh Napier University has an excellent record of migrating research into marketable technologies.
Queen Margaret University
QMU plays a key role in Scotland's world class higher education sector. It aims to be the low-volume, high-quality university of first choice for talented individuals seeking an education and research experience in health and related studies, culture or enterprise, within an institution that is distinguished by its collaborative and innovative approach to research and teaching and close involvement with the local community.
Stevenson College Edinburgh
Based in the West of Edinburgh, we are one of the largest Colleges in Scotland. We are dedicated to providing services to businesses and individuals across Scotland, the UK and Internationally. We are widely recognized for the provision of high quality, business focused training and consultancy across diverse knowledge and skill areas.
Jewel & Esk College
With close to 8000 students studying at 2 campuses Jewel & Esk College offers full time and part time courses, evening and community based classes as well as apprenticeships, short courses and professional development awards. The subject matter is as varied as the delivery method. Everything from Access to Further Education to Modern Musicianship; Entry to the Construction Trades to Advanced Engineering; Hair & Beauty to English for Speakers of Other Languages.
Jewel & Esk College has an impressive success rate with most students leaving the college to move into employment or further studies directly related to their course. Studying at Jewel & Esk is the first or next step towards the career of your choice.
Edinburgh’s Telford College
Edinburgh’s Telford College is one of the largest further and higher education providers in Scotland and aims to meet the education and training needs of individuals, industry and the wider community. We work in partnership with a wide range of local, national and international organisations to ensure we offer students an enhanced learning experience.
With over 600 staff the College brings a wealth of expertise, knowledge and skills to ensure that students have the support and encouragement they need to succeed. This is reflected in our College Mission Statement:
'Our staff help people change lives through learning'
Elmwood College
Elmwood College’s Rural Business Centre aims to provide support and services to businesses. By working in partnership with key stakeholders we will provide a one-stop shop for business development, specialist business advice tailored to the needs of individual organisations and their employees. Our overall aim is to improve the sustainability and viability of rural business base.
Business and Enterprise
To promote business engagement that identifies training requirements for businesses to maximise their economic potential and promote a culture of enterprise, creativity and innovation; provide opportunities for accreditation within the College and actively seek participation in business start-up programmes and pre-incubation support.
– Transfer specialist knowledge
– Pre-incubation programme
– Enterprise training
– Lead in sector wide initiatives
Oatridge College
Oatridge College has contributed to the development of the landbased industries sector for almost 40 years and in that time has proved itself to be Scotland’s premier landbased Further Education and Vocational training institution, supplying our industries with a skilled workforce and opportunities for continual professional development. Our hands-on, practical approach to sharing new knowledge and up-to-date techniques enhances the performance of the sectors businesses at home and abroad.
Carnegie College
Plays a significant role in supporting business start up, growth, sustainability and innovation in the economy, contributing towards highly skilled and educated workforces, and responding quickly and flexibly to changing needs with a strong “solutions” based approach to training and consultancy for employers in the public and private sectors.
Queen Margaret University is a registered Scottish Charity reg no. SC002750
Edinburgh Napier University is a registered Scottish Charity reg no. SC018373