A new concept in education
In the first place University Technical Colleges (UTC’s) are a new concept in education. Importantly, responding to growing demands from the local community careers required in the Building, Computing and Health industries. It started when these industries need high calibre employees with relevant education. Moreover government are supporting the different way that students can learn and how Bucks UTC students are a level above and work ready which we are very proud of.
Additionally, on 1st November Bucks UTC became a valued member of The Merchant Taylors’ Oxfordshire Academy Trust (MTOAT) which was formed in 2011 with Wallingford School and Brightwell cum Sotwell Primary School. We are proud of this new link with the Merchant Taylors’ Company in the City of London. The focus of MTOAT is to deliver high quality education in a small number of academies.
Our vision and values are rooted within a belief that every young person is capable of being successful regardless of background, prior attainment or previous school experience
Exciting opportunities for students aged 14 – 19 years old
One important aspect of Bucks UTC is how we continue to evolve with exciting opportunities for students aged 14-19 years old. If you wish to explore the industry of computing, building studies or health with our specialist employer-led courses, then you have come to the right place. Alongside a core curriculum at Year 10 and 11 you will undertake a specialist diploma in your chosen area of interest. At Year 12 and 13 you will get the chance to work in many different companies whilst undertaking a course of study which will open up all of the routes you might wish to consider.
We combine the hand and the mind to integrate national curriculum requirements (GCSE, BTEC) with technical, practical and employer-led elements.
Employer led education
The UTC brings together major local employers such as Taylor Wimpey, Cisco and McAfee in equal partnership.This ensures students gain the right skills and motivation and are given a genuine work-related learning experience which will improve their employability within the Construction and Computing sectors.
‘I was delighted to see the students embracing their academic and vocational training in Computing and Construction when I visited. We are desperately short of skilled technicians in these areas in the UK and it’s great to meet the next generation’. – The Rt Hon Lord Baker of Dorking CH, Chair of the Baker Dearing Educational Trust, a registered charity that promotes University Technical Colleges.A good