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Student Prospectus 2021 – 2022
Contents: Welcome to North East Futures UTC 03 Why Choose North East Futures UTC? 04 The Key Stage 4 Programme 06 The Key Stage 5 Programme 08 Specialisms: Digital Technology and Health 10 Great Opportunites for Women and Men in STEM Careers 11 Mentoring and Work Experience Programmes 12 Our Amazing UTC Environment 14 A Typical Year 10 Day 16 Who is the UTC for? 17 Next Steps 18 Enrolment 19
Prospectus 2021-2022 03
Welcome to
North East Futures UTC
In September 2021 we East. Our students
look forward to welcoming are in regular contact
our fourth cohort of Year with people working
10 and Year 12 students in these companies,
to the UTC. We have helping them make more
partnerships with a range informed choices of
of exciting businesses career whatever route
and organisations such as they choose to take into
Sage, Ubisoft, Accenture, employment.’
the NHS and the University
of Sunderland. These
organisations enrich the Daniel Sydes,
student experience by Principal
offering cutting edge
projects and invaluable
opportunities such as work
experience placements, From the outset I have
guest speakers and felt the excitement of
sponsorship. This helps being part of a new and
our students achieve a different school with
broad range of academic close links to employers
qualifications and we in the healthcare, life Professor Michael Whitaker
FRSA FRSB FMBA FMedSci
aim for our students to sciences and digital Chair of Local Governing
rank amongst the most technology sectors – Board, North East Futures
employable young people sectors that are growing UTC Governor, Tyne Coast
in the country. very strongly in the North Academy Trust
Why Choose North East Futures UTC? “support and backing from local, high-profile industry partners and employers. ” Supported by:
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“follow your
education in an
amazing setting
”
North East Futures is located in Stephenson Square, next to Newcastle Central
train station and Metro stop
Our UTC is different from technical and academic. largest and fastest
other schools because it growing in the North
This means you can take East with thousands of
has unique support and advantage of the UTC’s
backing from local, high- vacancies for skilled
specialist subjects while young people to fill.
profile industry partners still taking the GCSE
and employers. They These are good, well
and A Level courses paid and future-proofed
have been involved in that you would at an
the establishment of the careers with lots of
ordinary school. North career development
UTC from the start and East Futures UTC is for
are helping develop and opportunities. We will
Students aged 14-19, as assist all UTC students
support our curriculum. this is the age when you’ll
The UTC is sponsored in finding the right
have a better idea of what career for them.
by the University of you are really interested
Sunderland and has in and whether you would But school life is not
academic partnerships enjoy learning in a more only about preparing for
with all 5 North East high-tech environment. the future: we want you
Universities who help to love coming to school
make sure that we really The Healthcare Science and to feel proud and
can offer students the and Technology excited to follow your
best of both worlds: industries are two of the education in such an
amazing setting.06 North East Futures UTC
The Key
Stage 4
Programme
Years 10 and 11 at North East Futures UTC will provide
you with a completely different school experience.
However, it is still based on a core of vitally important
lessons and qualifications:Prospectus 2021-2022 07
CORE SUBJECTS The UTC curriculum is enriched with
regular access to Project-Based
Mathematics (1 GCSE) learning where students ‘drop down’
English Language, English Literature (2 GCSEs) from their normal lessons to do industry-
led real world projects. Project-Based
Biology, Chemistry, Physics (3 GCSEs)
learning helps students understand the
Computer Science (1 GCSE) ‘real-world’ of work and develop the
skills they need to get ahead. Students
will end key stage 4 with a fantastic set
SPECIALIST TECHNICAL of GCSE results, a unique CV and the
Technical Health Care Science professional skills to take them to the
next stage of their career.
Or
Technical Computer Science
GCSE OPTION*
Enterprise and Marketing (1 GCSE)
Or
Art (1 GCSE)
Or
Geography (1 GCSE)
Or
History (1 GCSE)
WIDER LEARNING
Health and Fitness
Personal Development
ENRICHMENT COURSES
Music, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Languages,
Coding, Sports Clubs, Games Clubs and much more. * Students who wish to achieve the EBacc may
be able to choose 2 optionsThe Key Stage 5 Programme Flexibility is at the heart of our approach to the Sixth Form curriculum. You will choose 1 of 2 main pathways, but we will ensure that your individual interests and capabilities are taken into account as we agree with you which pathway you will follow.
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L E V E L 3 / A L E V E L PAT H WAY
CHOOSE 3 OR 4 FROM THE BELOW
Physics A Level (6+ needed in Science / Physics GCSE)
Chemistry A Level (6+ needed in Science / Chemistry GCSE)
Biology A Level (6+ needed in Science / Biology GCSE)
Mathematics A Level (6+ needed in Maths GCSE)
Further Mathematics A Level (7+ needed in Maths GCSE)
Computer Science A Level (6+ needed in
Maths / Computing GCSE)
Psychology A Level
Medical Science (Level 3)
Cambridge Technical IT (Level 3)
Both pathways include a ‘UTCness’
package of meaningful work Extended Project
experience, industry mentoring, Core Maths
career guidance and project based
learning.
Entry requirements 5 + GCSEs grade 4+ including
English and Maths
Students are also encouraged to
participate in additional Enrichment
and Health & Fitness activity. PAT H WAY T O A P P R E N T I C E S H I P :
All Post 16 students are expected to
Science (Level 2)
complete a minimum of two weeks
work experience. Cambridge Technical IT (Level 2)
Functional English and Maths (including GCSE resit if needed)
All students will be expected to
develop their employability skills
and keep a good record of the UTC Entry requirements – a passion for Science or Technology
work they do. Students in Post 16
have 2 pathways to choose from.10 North East Futures UTC
Specialisms:
Digital Technology
and Health
The rapid development diverse and increasing,
of digital technologies is with several thousand
transforming the way we vacancies currently and set
live and work. The North to increase.
East is at the forefront With our health specialism,
of change in the digital UTC students are likely
sector. Students may to progress into a range
choose to specialise in of medical professions
software development, and careers, including
software testing, cyber Medicine, Pharmacy,
security, data science, diagnostics, medical
gaming technologies, imaging, cardiology,
VR or AR or many other audiology and many many
career paths. more. The UTC supports
students in understanding
Digital and IT disciplines the huge variety of career
are now essential in opportunities in Health
many health applications, and Science. The North
including bioinformatics, East is at the cutting edge
genomics and big data of innovation in areas
applied to healthcare and such as genomics and
medicine. The demands aging and there are many
of our regional digital opportunities for exciting
and IT economy are future-proofed careers.Prospectus 2021-2022 11
Great Opportunities
for Women and Men in
STEM Careers
Our specialist sectors tell
a fantastic story about
the opportunities on offer
“ female students in UTC
45%
to young people. The Year 11 cohort in 2020
”
2019 Tech Nation Report
shows phenomenal
growth in the contribution
of our region to the UK industry also makes
digital economy and the a disproportionately
latest PWC report shows high contribution to
the average advertised the UK economy.
salary in digital roles However, employers are
as 36% higher than the increasingly struggling
national average salary. to recruit people with the
Not only does the NHS right skills – and that’s
(the fifth largest employer where we come in!
in the world!) employ
more people in the North These are exciting and
East than elsewhere rewarding jobs offering
in the country, but the the opportunity to make
North East’s remarkable a real difference to the
Pharmaceutical world.12 North East Futures UTC
Mentoring and
Work Experience
ProgrammesProspectus 2021-2022 13
Mentor Programme Work Experience
All students receive Students undertake two
regular mentoring from placements at Y10 and
an industry professional Y12 (ages 14/15 and
at the UTC. Twice termly 16/17) for periods of one
meetings (totalling six week and two weeks
hours per year), helps respectively.
them gain real insight
We coordinate with
into the world of work.
our Partners to ensure
Practical advice about
that the placement
expectations, first
is appropriate for
impressions, CV and
both parties, with the
personal statement
intention of creating
writing, interview
meaningful and relevant
techniques and simply
experience.
being a sounding board
to their ideas can be
valuable, helping to build
self-esteem and maturity.
“The mentoring session is by far the most intense
and impactful hour I spend in every month. It
could not be a more rewarding experience.
” Mary Youngs Technology Consultant and NE Futures UTC MentorOur
Amazing
UTC Environment
The Listed Building
element of the UTC echoes
the heritage of our siteProspectus 2021-2022 15 North East Futures by rail, bus or Metro. UTC is based in the The Quarter takes its Stephenson Quarter in prestigious name from Newcastle upon Tyne, the Robert Stephenson in the historic industrial and Co. Locomotive heart of the city, now Works which were based thriving with new there, and where the development. We believe famous Rocket was built that this is a place where in 1829. This legacy of the region’s young technology, innovation people can be proud and creativity is central and excited to come to to our UTC – an exciting school. Located behind and stimulating place to Central Station, the UTC learn, inspire, work and is easily accessible grow. “an exciting and stimulating place to learn, inspire, work and grow ”
16 North East Futures UTC
A Typical
Year 10 Day
Some days at the UTC are all about making good academic progress in your chosen courses.
Other days are about engaging with our industry partners through exciting projects and
developing your work-ready skills.
9:00 – 9:50 GCSE Mathematics lesson
9:50 – 10:40 GCSE English lesson
10:40 – 11:00 Break time
11:00 – 12:40 Dedicated specialist time
12:40 – 13:30 Independent learning time
13:30 – 14:10 Lunch
14:10 – 14:30 Pastoral support time
14:30 – 17:00 Drop down afternoon project with UTC business partnersProspectus 2021-2022 17
Berwick-
Who is
upon-Tweed
the UTC for?
Bamburgh
14-19 year olds with an interest in a career Alnwick
in Digital Technology or Health Care Science Northumberland
Warkworth
All abilities and backgrounds
Ashington
Students from all areas in the Morpeth
North East
Cramlington
Travel and Finance
Whitley Bay
The UTC Travel Support Scheme
helps families with the costs of travel. Corbridge Newcastle South Shields
Hexham Gateshead
More information is available on the Tyne and Wear
UTC website. Sunderland
Consett
County Durham
Durham
Hartlepool
Bishop
Auckland
Tees ValleyNext Steps
What happens next
Apply now for your place in September After you apply the UTC will send
2021 at www.nefuturesutc.co.uk/apply, you a registration form for your child.
or email us at info@nefuturesutc.co.uk Once completed and returned this
for a paper copy of our application secures your place at the UTC for
form. Moving to a new school is a big September 2021. In the meantime we
decision and the UTC team is on hand advise families to connect to the UTC
to answer all of your questions, please via social media to keep up to date
contact info@nefuturesutc.co.uk to with all the latest UTC news.
arrange a meeting with the senior team.
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nef_utcProspectus 2021-2022 19 Enrolment Timeline for Applicants: Make your application online or by post asap Meet the UTC team to discuss your application after you apply Offers of a place will be made along with being sent the UTC registration form Accept your place by returning your completed registration form Have you? Got all of the information you need to see if the UTC is right for you Contacted us if you want to find out more Completed the application form at www.nefuturesutc.co.uk/apply Received your acknowledgement for your application form Met the UTC team to discuss your application Received your offer of a UTC place Accepted your place by returning your completed registration form
North East Futures UTC Stephenson Square Stephenson Quarter Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3AS nefuturesutc.co.uk 0191 917 9888 info@nefuturesutc.co.uk NEF_UTC facebook.com/NorthEastFuturesUTC/ linkedin.com/company/nefuturesutc/ nef_utc
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