The United Kingdom is ranked 5th in the world for its stock of science, engineering, technology and mathematics graduates, ahead of Germany, Japan and the United States.

The 5 North East universities have over 90,000 students, including nearly 20,000 postgraduates. NETPark has access to 2.4 million people within a 25 mile (40 kilometre) radius. The quality of the local workforce and the willingness of the workers to adapt to new technologies have consistently impressed companies new to County Durham.

In general, earnings are below the national average. The Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings figures for 2006, show a value for annual earnings in the UK of £24,301, while the corresponding figure for County Durham is £19,809.

NETPark is also a focus and employer link for future learning and education arrangements. NETPark works with many partners to:

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