UCL

UCL University College: Partnering with CEDCE to Shape the Future of Data Center Education

Located in the Region of Southern Denmark, home to over 1.2 million people, UCL University College (UCL) plays a vital role in developing a skilled workforce. We offer higher education, continuing education, and applied research opportunities tailored to meet the needs of industry and society.

At UCL, we bring a strong focus on the IT aspects of data centers. Our educational offerings include IT development modules at AP, BA, and diploma levels (EQF Level 5 and 6), equipping students with industry-relevant skills in IT hardware, software, and cybersecurity frameworks.

Our Specialty in Data Center Education

• Information/Cyber Security, Programming, and Software Development
• Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Machine Learning
• Agile Development and Internships in Collaboration with Industry
• Robotics, Electronics, Mechatronics, and IoT
• Soft Skills Development, including Communication and Problem-Solving

What We Bring to CEDCE

Through the CEDCE project, UCL aims to contribute to the development of a curriculum that creates value for students, educational institutions, and the data center industry. By aligning education with industry demands, we aim to set new standards for data center education across Europe.

UCL has prior experience in curriculum development, such as the Erasmus+ EmploySkills project. This initiative focused on enhancing employability by helping students develop both hard and soft skills to reduce skill mismatches in the job market. Additionally, UCL’s expertise in lifelong learning programmes enables individuals to upskill while remaining active in the workforce.

Collaboration and Innovation with CEDCE Partners

Since 2018, UCL has worked with CEDCE partner FMS and the Danish Data Center Industry Association (DDI) to create elective educational modules addressing data center challenges. With input from industry leaders like Google and NNIT, these modules provide students with practical, cross-disciplinary challenges. By combining the expertise of Facility Engineering (FMS students) with IT development (UCL students), we also train participants in essential soft skills such as communication, collaboration, and problem-solving.

At UCL, we look forward to continuing this collaboration through the CEDCE project, fostering innovation in education and preparing students to thrive in the data center industry.