Talented students from across the Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSIoT) partnership came together this week for the annual Poster Connect event, held at The GBSIoT Hub in Birmingham. The 2025 edition of the event saw students from partner institutions — Birmingham City University (BCU), University College Birmingham (UCB), Aston University, Aston University […]
The Greater Birmingham and Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSIoT) is delighted to announce that six teams from across its partnership have successfully qualified for the WorldSkills UK Industry 4.0 Regional Finals. Representing a broad range of talent and innovation from within the GBSIoT network, the successful teams come from: Birmingham City University BMet Aston University […]
The Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSIoT) has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first educational institution in the United Kingdom to acquire two Sony XR head-mounted displays (HMDs), made possible with LSIF funding. This acquisition underscores GBSIoT’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into teaching and learning, providing students with unparalleled immersive […]
The WorldSkills UK Industry 4.0 National Finals 2024 brought together the brightest young minds to showcase their innovation, determination, and skills in tackling the challenges of today’s industry. Held in November, the event featured a judging panel that included Mairi Kerin, Operations Manager at the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSIoT), alongside Omid […]
This week at GBSIoT, we had the pleasure of welcoming 27 enthusiastic Year 12 students from the Aston University Engineering Academy (AUEA). The visit provided an exciting opportunity for these future engineers to immerse themselves in the world of Industry 4.0 technologies, gaining hands-on experience in both manufacturing and robotics. Exploring the Cyber Manufacturing Rig […]
Last week, GBSIoT welcomed students from South & City College Birmingham to experience a day filled with innovation and hands-on learning. This visit was part of our ongoing commitment to nurturing future talent in the fields of engineering and technology. The students were introduced to a scaled-down version of a phone factory, where they explored […]
GBSIoT recently welcomed a group of second-year Engineering T-Level students from University College Birmingham (UCB) for an immersive learning experience at our GBSIoT Hub. This visit provided students with the opportunity to engage in practical applications of their studies, allowing them to bridge the gap between theory and real-world engineering challenges. The day began with […]
At GBSIoT, we are proud to support initiatives that drive inclusivity and engagement in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). One such initiative is Birmingham Open Media’s Engineering Inclusive Futures programme, which encourages disabled young people to explore STEM and promotes inclusivity within the industry. As part of this programme, Aston University students led an […]
We are thrilled to announce that the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSIoT) has secured an extension of its license with the Department for Education (DfE) to operate as an Institute of Technology for an additional ten years. This milestone reflects the hard work and collaboration that define GBSIoT. This extension is a […]
On the 22nd of May, GBSIoT hosted the inaugural GBSIoT CONNECT event, marking a significant milestone in showcasing the achievements of students and staff within the Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSIoT) consortium. The first event of its kind at the GBSIoT Hub, this event epitomised the spirit of collaboration and innovation among […]
