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Digital Innovation & Future Skills Lab
What Is the Future Skills Lab?
The Digital Innovation & Future Skills Lab is an immersive, project-led programme designed to bridge the gap between education and emerging industries.
Delivered by specialist tutors across AI, sustainability, creative media, enterprise and neurodiversity-informed learning, the lab equips young people with practical, future-facing skills aligned with workforce and innovation needs.
Programme Focus Areas
• AI & Emerging Technologies
• Ocean & Climate Innovation
• Creative Media & Digital Production
• Enterprise & Employability Skills
• Confidence & Personal Development
Programme Structure
Duration: 6 Weeks Delivery: 2 Sessions Per Week Cohort Size: 10 Learners Age Range: 16–25 Outcome: Final Innovation Showcase & Digital Portfolio Evidence Each cohort works collaboratively toward a future-focused challenge, supported by expert tutors and structured progress tracking.
For Organisations & Education Providers
We partner with:
• Colleges & Sixth Forms
• Alternative Provision Providers
• Youth & Employability Organisations
• Social Impact & Innovation Programmes
We offer:
✔ Pilot Cohort Delivery
✔ Small Group Specialist Support
✔ Custom Programme Alignment
✔ Structured Progress Reporting
This programme can be delivered as a standalone pilot or integrated within existing provision.
Why Drift Academy & Media CIC
Drift Academy & Media CIC was founded to develop the next generation of digital innovators and future-ready thinkers.
Our model combines academic structure with innovation-led delivery, bringing together subject specialists, industry awareness and measurable outcomes.
We prioritise confidence building, real-world application and meaningful progression pathways.
Interested in Partnering With Us?
We are currently onboarding organisations for pilot cohorts.
To explore partnership opportunities or request further information, contact us directly.
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