Technical subjects:
The study of technical subjects is vital in developing the core knowledge, skills and understanding needed by all good engineers and computer scientists. In particular being able to work in practical environments designing, and engineering products and systems, and building networks and writing and testing programmes prepares our students extremely well for successful careers in engineering and cyber.
- Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Engineering
- Cambridge Technical Diploma in Engineering (VRQ)
- Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Engineering
- Foundation Technical Level IT: Cyber Security
- Technical Level IT: Cyber Security and Security Administration
Core subjects:
Core subjects comprise of a range of A levels. These are designed to offer complementary study alongside our technical courses. Alternatively they can be studied in a suite of up to 4 A levels. Our Sixth Form team will happily discuss the best combinations based on your career plans and potential destinations.
entry requirements
Our Sixth Form has a minimum entry requirement for all A level and Level 3 courses of 5 standard passes at GCSE (currently grade 4 and above) including Maths and English. Some of our courses have specific GCSE grade requirements so read the Sixth Form@Scarborough UTC booklet carefully to be aware of these. We are committed to helping students succeed in their studies in order for them to gain the university or apprenticeship place that they require.
Specialism: Engineering
Our engineering facilities are like no other, and combined with our industry led curriculum we provide our students with the necessary skills and qualifications that our engineering employer partners are looking for, in-order to fill the enormous national skills gap in this field.
Specialism: Cyber Security
The Cybersecurity pathway is aimed at ambitious students who want to pursue a career in this ever-growing field of digital technology. From the fundamental principles of computing to computer forensic investigation, students will build a thorough understanding of computer networks, how they communicate and how their networks are put together.
Health
Do you want to be part of a pioneering new pathway in health in partnership with CU Scarborough and the NHS? Do you want to work in the caring professions and explore the fantastic career opportunities in health and social care that are available in this region? This specialism is strongly linked to the work place and provides high quality technical learning in outstanding facilities.
Sixth Form @Scarborough UTC
Our Sixth Form students are all expected to contribute to the whole college to develop their leadership skills and we have opportunities for all to enrich their learning through extra-curricular work. Our enrichment programme includes peer mentoring, lesson support, work experience in both year 12 and year 13, working with employers, universities and online learning.
We have a team of experienced and supportive tutors who offer guidance and support throughout the college journey. Sixth Form@Scarborough UTC is able to offer lots of personalised support and provides a special sixth form study space separate to the rest of the college.