Students having a diverse range of backgrounds are welcomed onto courses. The School values this diversity and benefits from student groups that are well mixed in terms of gender, previous study patterns and age. To support varying student needs the School has a range of facilities and methods, and has pioneered within the College the establishment of a learning development centre, considered to be a model of its kind. Staff have high levels of expertise in terms of professional and teaching skills. Research work is an important and increasing part of the School's activities.
Current projects involve aspects of computing, product design and energy studies.
The following Combined Honours Degree Programme subjects are offered by the school.