IMI Annual Dinner and Awards 2027
Further Education College of the Year Award
This award recognises an outstanding Further Education (FE) college that is delivering excellence in automotive education and playing a leading role in developing the future workforce.
FE College of the Year Award
Aligned with the IMI’s ambition to be the trusted and authoritative voice on skills and competence, this award celebrates colleges that provide high-quality, industry-relevant education, support progression into employment, and respond effectively to the evolving needs of the automotive sector.
It recognises institutions that go beyond core delivery to build strong employer links, embrace innovation, and create inclusive, accessible pathways into automotive careers, helping to attract, develop, and retain the talent the industry needs.
Award overview
Nomination criteria
Nominations should how the college has:
- Delivered high-quality automotive education that meets industry and professional standards.
- Equipped learners with the skills needed for current and future automotive technologies.
- Worked closely with employers and industry partners to enhance employability and workforce readiness.
- Attracted and developed future talent through clear and accessible automotive career pathways.
- Demonstrated innovation in teaching, learning, facilities, or technology.
- Created an inclusive and accessible learning environment that supports learner success.
- Made a positive and measurable impact on learners, local communities, and the wider automotive sector.
Eligibility
Nominees must be a UK-based Further Education college delivering automotive education or training, including IMI qualifications where applicable.
Colleges must demonstrate active engagement with employers and a commitment to supporting progression into the automotive workforce.
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