Northamptonshire is the largest sustainable growth area outside London and one of the UK’s top ten fastest growing economies. The county is recognised internationally as Europe’s premier high-tech region, and is rich with commercial land and property opportunities for businesses of every size and sector. Northamptonshire’s highly skilled workforce enjoys easy access to a number of outstanding educational institutions.
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Higher Education
In addition to a number of further education colleges, Northamptonshire boasts its own further education institution - The University of Northampton. Over 10,000 students attend one of the University's wide-ranging courses. Oxford and Cambridge universities are both within 45 miles of the county, which is also well placed for easy access to the higher education facilities of London, Birmingham and other cities.
- Moulton College
- Northampton College
- Tresham Institute
- The University of Northampton