Experiential Learning for Colleges & Universities

We partner with colleges and universities to improve learning outcomes and student experience through immersive experiential training, supporting academic excellence and employability.

The higher education sector is under pressure to:
Equip students with real-world skills that meet employer expectations and industry demands
Strengthen student engagement, resilience and confidence to support academic and personal success
Enhance employability outcomes through impactful careers support and practical development
Embed inclusive, reflective and learner-centred practice across programmes
Develop staff capability in teaching, assessment and continuous professional growth

Why outdoor development training matters for higher education

In higher education, traditional classroom-based learning remains essential — but complementary, immersive approaches help students make sense of theory in practice. Experiential learning brings learning to life, accelerating personal growth, confidence, teamwork and career-ready behaviours.

75%

of learners report better understanding of real-world challenges through hands-on experiences

85%

say practical reflection improved their confidence to apply skills in future roles

90%

of educators highlight stronger learner engagement from experiential methods

80%

of students report improved teamwork and communication skills following experiential programmes

78%

say immersive learning helped them feel better prepared for the workplace

88%

of institutions see measurable growth in student confidence and professional behaviours

Explore our development programmes – each one tailored to your needs.

Early Careers Training
With our Corporate Training we can provide Early Careers training and support which can help new employees kick-start their career. Learn more online today
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Leadership Training
Are you looking to develop your future management team? We will design a programme for you that markedly improves performance.
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Corporate Team Building
Are you looking to bring together your team to improve relationships and communication before your next big project? We will design a programme for you that markedly improves performance.
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Why Skern Training & Skills?

  • Expertise in experiential learning designed to embed practical skills, deepen understanding and create lasting behavioural change
  • Custom-built solutions aligned to your institutional mission, strategic priorities and the specific needs of your learners
  • Flexible delivery models that integrate seamlessly with academic calendars, term structures and diverse student cohorts
  • Proven impact on student confidence, capability and measurable learning outcomes across programmes
  • A collaborative approach rooted in learning excellence, partnership working and continuous improvement
“The Leader and Observer tasks were insightful, seeing different leadership styles and receiving feedback was really valuable.”
— Aston University course participant

Don’t just take our word for it....

Course participant feedback from the automotive industry

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