Orient Magazine Special Orient Supplement: Future of Work | Page 27

Orient - The Official Magazine of the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore - Issue 71 April 2019

innovative environment for engagement for not only UK Universities and Schools but also UK Industry sectors.

Opportunities exist for UK education institutes and industry in areas that the local government has highlighted as priority areas towards the success of the future economy. Areas such as Digital/Computing, particularly Cyber Security and Data Science, Healthcare (Ageing Population, Allied Health and Nursing), Engineering, and Smart Nation infrastructures and connectivity where expertise and innovation from UK industry and academic institutes would be welcomed.

Continuing education and training are also a priority for the Singapore government with the government funded Skills Future movement being launched in 2014, where a subsidy is provided to every Singaporean over 25 years old to continue training, learning and updating their skills and careers. This presents opportunities for UK providers to be involved in the development of accredited vocational training programmes and national occupational standards.

The British Council in Singapore will continue to play a leading role in maintaining, enhancing existing relationships, providing opportunities to build new relationships and further establishing the British Council as a facilitator of collaboration, the provider of vital and accurate market information and a thought leader in education policy, strategies and education process.

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