University of Salford - BBC signs up to lend a hand

A deal has been struck between the University of Salford and the BBC that will include new joint courses, enterprise training and student placements with the broadcaster. The partnership, the first of its kind, has been signed in advance of a major move of BBC operations to the Salford area in 2011. About 2,400 BBC staff will be based at the new centre. Michael Harloe, Salford's vice-chancellor, said the deal would forge strong links that "will enable us to nurture our staff and students' talent".