Browse the range of green construction courses based at our new £20 million construction academy.
The Housing Innovation & Construction Skills Academy (HICSA) is a pioneering training facility that will position Sunderland at the forefront of the North East's housing industry.
HICSA will focus on providing industry-standard training in construction techniques and low-carbon technologies. Our curriculum aligns with an ambitious strategy for a sustainable future, with progression paths from secondary to higher education.
Find out more about our new pioneering training facility, Housing Innovation & Construction Skills Academy (HICSA), from the exciting development to the progression pathways up to higher education available to you!
Sunderland College held their third Childcare Conference recently, giving students rich experiences to help inform their next steps.
December 2, 2025
Sunderland College and Sunderland Culture worked together in partnership with students to showcase their creative talents at an exhibition.
November 21, 2025
The Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson MP, officially opened HICSA – a pioneering regional gateway for skills training.
November 12, 2025
