National Physical Laboratory upgrades digital learning to support UK science and engineering skills
The National Physical Laboratory has launched a new digital learning platform to expand access to STEM training. The system supports blended delivery, personalised pathways, and advanced analytics, aligning with national efforts to scale technical skills in science and engineering.
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has modernised its digital learning infrastructure to better support technical skills development across the UK science and engineering sectors.
NPL, the UK’s national metrology institute, delivers a wide range of training and qualifications for academia, government, and industry. To meet growing demand and improve learner experience, the organisation has implemented a new digital learning ecosystem comprising a custom Moodle LMS and an integrated WordPress course hub.
The new platform supports complex STEM learning, including interactive simulations and data-driven assessments, and offers personalised learning pathways for professionals at different stages of their careers. It also enables blended delivery, combining digital and in-person formats, and provides enhanced analytics for tracking learner progress and course impact.
Claire Hutchinson, Training Group Leader at NPL, said: ‘We needed a system that could reflect the scientific rigour of our work while being intuitive for learners. Our updated platform has allowed us to streamline delivery, improve the user experience and strengthen the commercial side of our training offer.’
The rebuild was delivered in partnership with Moodle specialist Titus. According to NPL, the platform now offers greater flexibility, improved course discovery and purchasing and the technical capacity to scale learning delivery across new audiences.
NPL’s investment comes as government and industry seek to expand access to advanced technical training and build national capability in areas such as data science, engineering and climate technology.
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