utcn prospectus 2014

UNIVERSITY

TECHNICAL

COLLEGE

NORFOLK

part of the:

Visit our websitewww.utcn.org.uk

YOUR FUTURE

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Contents

Our Vision – 3

What is the UTCN? – 4

Working with real em

ployers – 6

Where is the UTCN? – 8

Cutting edge facilities – 9

Proposed Campus Plan – 10

14-16 Curriculum – 12

16-19 Curriculum – 14

Technical Challenges – 16

My UTC –18

FAQs – 19Application Form

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YOUR FUTURE

Our main sponsors:

Our educational partners:

In September 2014 a new college will open in Norfolk

that is set to revolutionise education for 14 to 19

year olds. The University Technical College Norfolk

(UTCN) is one of only a handful of UTCs in the country

– colleges which specialise in technical studies –

offering full-time courses combining practical,

technical and academic studies in collaboration with

local employers (ours being in the engineering and

energy sectors).

Our new college has been set up with the core aim of giving Norfolk’s young people the opportunities to get the skills and qualifications to get jobs – both those already available today and those we know are coming in the near future – with local companies in Norfolk and the wider East Anglian region. Our specialist college will have the right facilities, the right staff, the right curriculum and the right qualifications to give your child the best start to a career in the engineering and energy sectors – right

here in Norfolk. This is a brand new college which starts at year 10 and progresses through to year 13 and in September 2014 we are offering a very limited number of places for new students to join. So, if this seems like the place for you – apply now!

Yours sincerely,

Dick Palmer

Group Chief Executive OfficerTransforming Education in Norfolk (TEN Group)

Our Vision

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The University Technical College Norfolk (UTCN) is a new concept in education. We offer 14-119 yeeaar oolds the opportunity to combine an academic and practical education to develop their work-based skills and support them gaining access to a career in advanced engineering, energy or related disciplines.

The UTCN will offer:• Relevant contextual learning• Qualifications and training

valued by employers• Integrated curriculum

projects • Fully recognised

accreditation• Close working with employers• Four years of work experience

from 14-19 years• Focused education on

sector skills shortages• Advanced Engineering

and Energy Skills• A normal working day –

8.30am to 5pm daily; all work in college time

• A longer working year – six terms of six weeks

• A unique brand• Guarantees of progression

into employment, Further or Higher Education

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A fundamental principle of the UTCN is that we do not judge students on their past performance. Students are given new opportunities and new ways of learning which allow them to achieve a higher level than they may have achieved before.

Students will learn to use their heads (academic/thinking skills); their hands (practical/applied techniques); and use their hearts (by developing their engineering ‘instinct’).

We enable you to study subjects you’re really interested in, whilst concurrently being taught in industry standard facilities by teachers with real life practical experience.

Heads, hearts and hands

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Sponsor/Directors(see next page for more details)• The TEN Group• Future Marine

Services• Gardline• Lotus• UEA

Sponsors• Aquaterra Energy • BT • Merchant Navy

Training Board • Mott MacDonald• Norse Commercial

Services • OPITO• RWE nPower • Schneider Electric • ST Racing

Supporters• Eastern

Attachments • EEEGr• Hethel Engineering

Centre • Institution of Civil

Engineers• New Engineering

Foundation• Oilennium

Partners• Adnams • Biosphere

Expeditions • Caterham • Choicce • CISCO• Create Consulting

Engineers • Deltatecnix • East Anglian

Offshore Wind • Haas• Headstream • Inst of Chemical

Engineers • Inst of Mechanical

Engineers• May Gurney • Norwich Airport • RNAA • SEMTA • SCIRA Offshore

Energy• Warren

Services

Working with key employers

Our curriculum and ethos is heavily influenced by local businesses who will offer real work experience/placements to help give you skills for the future.

These businesses fit into one of the following groups:

Employer Directors (UTCN Governors)Directors of the UTCN Trust Governing Body who are fully engaged on all aspects of UTCN

Employer Sponsors Employers who have provided or have agreed to provide resources to support UTCN and who specifically sponsor Technical Challenges

Employer Partners Employer partners who publicly support UTCN; may assist in developing Technical Challenges but do not sponsor them; work collaboratively with staff and students; encourage wider community support; and provide some non-financial support from their organisations

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Together their vision is to:• deliver an engaging, relevant and

challenging curriculum journey• encourage creativity, divergent

thinking and risk taking• develop highly skilled,

reflective learners• develop purposeful, future-focused

progression opportunities and destinations for students

• provide an authentic bridge between education and employment

• provide UTCN students with purposeful international experience and exposure

• support UTCN students to become highly competent and globally competitive future employees/entrepreneurs

• develop innovative and effective support systems and tools

• help to deliver a curriculum model focused on 100% employer endorsed technical challenges

• redefine what teacher means in 21st Century education with training to support excellent teaching and learning

• develop a series of learning spaces that are technologically enabled, inspiring and deliver educational and industrial outcomes.

Lotus CarsColin Chapman created the Lotus legend in 1948, with his innovative ideas on building lightweight cars saying “Adding power makes you faster on the straights. Subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere”. Since that day, Lotus have epitomised engineering excellence and their innovative engineering approach and problem-solving expertise has been used by clients from many industries.

Future Marine ServicesFMS brings over 25 years of maritime, engineering and logistics knowledge to the UTCN. Led by the charismatic and hugely experienced Yvonne Mason, FMS and their partner company, SafeSTS, are passionately committed to promoting the maritime industry and to providing skilled careers to the young people of Norfolk.

GardlineGardline Marine Sciences is an international and multi-disciplinary marine service company at the forefront of marine management. They combine high quality marine science, real world commercial acumen with the latest technology and software, research analysis and management tools, offering a full range of marine scientific services.

The TEN GroupTransforming Education in Norfolk (TEN) Group, as Lead Sponsor, is already at the forefront of educational thinking in a growing range of fields, from their highly innovative approaches to entrepreneurship to the development of the flagship City Academy Norwich, with its visionary use of learning spaces and digital technology. As a federation the TEN Group stands for educational excellence, being future focused and recognising that people are their purpose and our passion. The TEN Group members work together, in increasingly collaborative ways, to ensure all play their part in the transformation of education across Norfolk.

UEAThe University of East Anglia is a highly respected and forward-thinking university with an international reputation for excellence. The support of the UEA is strong, providing UTCN students with enhanced experiences and knowledge as well as excellent progression opportunities onto their emerging engineering and energy related undergraduate and Masters programmes. UTCN teachers will also benefit from this partnership, having the opportunity to study part-time for an MSc Energy Engineering at UEA

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Norwich

Where is the UTCN and how to get there

The UTCN is based in Norwich – in the heart of Norfolk. It is a few minutes drive from the city centre and is easily accessible from the A47.

Norwich is at the centre of a travel network which connects it to all of the towns and villages in the region. You should be able to get to the UTCN in less than 90 minutes by public transport.

A new bus direct from Norwich Train Station is available – which will go through the city centre and take only 20 minutes. The UTCN is also very close to the Harford Park & Ride scheme (near Tesco on the A140/A47 junction).

For more detailed information on how to get to the UTCN from where you live and about subsidised travel options across the county please contact our Travel Plan Co-ordinator Natalie Halsall by email at [email protected] or by calling 01603 773 607.

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The UTCN will be equipped to the highest standards with state of the art equipment and machinery.

All of the equipment has been earmarked by local employers as that which they currently use in their specific professions.

Over £1.3million has been invested so far in equipment.

The next page shows the proposed layout of the ground floor and will hopefully give you an idea of the wide range of activities and facilities that will be availableat the UTCN.

Cutting edge facilities

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Proposed campus plan

Main Entrance

Laboratory

Dining areaCan convert to space for other uses – e.g. exams

3D Design/Computer Aided

Design

OutsideThere will be a green area

for break times and outdoor

activities

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Meet with real businesses here

Materials and Engineering

Science

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Employers’ Lounge

Concept Modelling

Manufacturing andProcess Engineering

IndustrialEngineering

Off campus facilities

As part of the TEN Group, UTCN students will also

have access to the range of sports and educational facilities at partner institutions.

14-16 CurriculumStarting September 2014Do you have a keen interest in the engineering and energy sectors?

If yes, the UTCN will offer you the best combination of qualifications.

For 14 to 16 year olds this will be a combination of GCSEs

and Level 1/2 technical qualifications (e.g. BTECs).

This mix of academic and practical skills will give you the

best start for gaining a career in the engineering and

energy sectors.

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This curriculum offer is subject to alteration and development. Latest information will always be available on the UTCN website at www.utcn.org.uk

Engineering & Energy Skills Level 1:

Students will be provided with the opportunity to study a BTEC Engineering level 1 qualification alongside their national curriculum GCSE’s.

They will have the opportunity to work and study in a brand new technical college with industry standard engineering facilities. UTC Norfolk will deliver the curriculum in a very different way. Students will work on industry-set technical challenges to learn and develop the technical and wider employability skills required to work in the Engineering & Energy skills industry.

This course offers clear progression routes into UTC Norfolk BTEC Engineering Levels 2/3.

Entry Requirements• Interview including an

assessment of Numeracy & Literacy

• Recommendation/Reference from feeder College School/Academy

• UTC Norfolk Engineering Aptitude assessment (To identify appropriate program of skills development and study)


Students will be provided with the opportunity to study a BTEC Engineering level 2 qualification alongside their national curriculum GCSE’s.

They will have the opportunity to work and study in a brand new technical college with industry standard engineering facilities. UTC Norfolk will deliver the curriculum in a very different way. Students will work on industry-set technical challenges to learn and develop the technical and wider employability skills required to work in the Engineering & Energy skills industry.

This program offers clear progression routes into UTC Norfolk Engineering Level 3 program which will enable students to study “A levels” alongside a BTEC Level 3 Engineering qualification.

Entry Requirements• Engineering & Energy

Skills Level 2• Predicted GCSE’s Grade D or

above Mathematics, English and Science

• Interview including an assessment of Numeracy & Literacy

• Reference from feeder College School/Academy


Core GCSEs:• English• Mathematics• Science• Design & Technology• Graphic Products• German

Technical and Professional skills/qualifications:• Computing• Employability• Entrepreneurship• Functional Skills

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16-19 CurriculumStarting September 2014Mixing academic and technical qualifications, our curriculum will offer the best

progression routes for Higher Education or employment.

For 16 to 19 year olds this will be a combination of A Levels

and Level 2/3 technical qualifications (e.g. BTECS). Our links with the University of East Anglia and City College Norwich

provide excellent progression opportunities, including the UEA’s

engineering and energy related undergraduate and Master’s

programmes and the City College Norwich’s HNDs. Our defining

links with local and national employers offer real opportunities

for those who wish to directly enter the world of work.

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Students will be provided with the opportunity to study a BTEC Engineering level 2 qualification alongside a planned program of enrichment including additional skills development and qualifications to ensure that students are provided with the opportunity to develop the skills they need to succeed and progress into work.

They will have the opportunity to work and study in a brand new technical college with industry standard engineering facilities. The UTCN will deliver the curriculum in a very different way. Students will work on industry-set technical challenges to learn and develop the technical and wider employability skills required to work in the Engineering & Energy skills industry.

This program offers clear progression routes into UTCN Engineering Level 3 program in their second year.

Entry Requirements• GCSE’s Grade D or above

Mathematics, English and Science (Or progression from Engineering Level 1)


• Recommendation / Reference from feeder College School/Academy

• UTCN Engineering Aptitude assessment (To identify appropriate program of skills development and study)


Students will be provided with the opportunity to study a BTEC Engineering level 3 qualifications with options to add “A levels Mathematics and Physics” or Extended Diploma to their programme. Students will take advantage of a planned program of enrichment including additional skills development and qualifications to ensure that students are provided with the opportunity to develop the skills they need to succeed and progress into higher education or a higher apprenticeship programme.

They will have the opportunity to work and study in a brand new technical college with industry standard engineering facilities. The UTCN will deliver the curriculum in a very different way. Students will work on industry-set technical challenges to learn and develop the technical and wider employability skills required to work in the Engineering & Energy skills industry.

This program offers clear progression routes into Higher Education or a higher apprenticeship programme.

Entry Requirements• GCSE Grade C or above

Mathematics (Higher tier), English and Science (Or progression Engineering level 2) including further maths


• Recommendation / Reference from feeder College School/Academy

• UTCN Engineering Aptitude assessment (To identify appropriate program of skills development and study)

Engineering Apprenticeships/Traineeships:

Students successfully progressing to employment will be provided with the opportunity of continuing their engineering studies on a block release programme at BTEC level 2 or BTEC level 3 for advanced apprentices or students trainees. The UTCN curriculum will provide employed students or students with access to employment the opportunity to learn and develop skills as part of a recognised Apprenticeship or Traineeship framework.

Entry Requirements• GCSE’s Grade D or above

Mathematics, English and Science (Or progression from Engineering Level 1)


• Reference/Recommendation from feeder College School/Academy


• Access to relevant employment

A Level

A Levels• Mathematics• Chemistry• Physics• Modern foreign languages

Technical and Professional skills/qualifications:• Computing• Employability• Entrepreneurship• Functional Skills• Environmental Sustainability• Environmental Technology

Awareness• Energy Security/Carbon

Reduction• Intermediate/Advanced

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Technical ChallengesA fundamental part of the UTC Norfolk curriculum includes

Technical Challenges; a practical new way of learning.

Each challenge will require students to use a variety of

different skills to solve real problems identified by real

employers.

Within these real-world challenges multiple areas of learning

will be addressed and assessed, from English and Maths to

Science and independent critical thinking.

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This curriculum offer is subject to alteration and development. Latest information will always be available on the UTCN website at www.utcn.org.uk

Challenge:To investigate and seek solutions to the challenges associated with recruitment for development, installation and maintenance of offshore wind farms.

This is an area of genuine concern for employers like Gardline, who are seeking to significantly increase the available labour market to carry out important tasks in what is for most an unfamiliar and a potentially hostile environment.

The challenge also needs to consider developers, installation contractors and health and safety specialists who all have challenging installation targets and are required to deliver services on a 24/7 – 365 days basis.

Details: This 6-8 week Technical Challenge will give students indepth knowledge of aspects such as: • the cost of a non-operating

turbine• the effects of an injured or

fatally wounded employee• the cost of a delivery vessel

colliding and damaging a turbine

The challenge involves academic, technical and practical aspects including: • physics, mathematics, and

technology• design and prototyping• 3D modelling• machining• electronics• working to a brief and

report writing• geography• chemistry• communications• digital technology • navigation and global

positioning• development of team-work

and leadership skills• project management• physical exercise – climbing

(on a wall to simulate height) and swimming (to simulate work at sea)

• work experience at Gardline’s offices and technical facilities in Great Yarmouth

• possible offshore visits

Assessment:This challenge will contribute to assessment in:• Mathematics• Physics• Chemistry• Geography• Enterprise and

Entrepreneurship, Employability and Commercial Awareness

• Technology• Physical Education• Product Design

The challenge will also provide opportunities for specific technical certification: • welding• electrical engineering• health and safety

and work-skills.

Individual students can use this challenge as a stimulus to developing additional project work. Working with City College Norwich, one of only two authorised colleges in the country, we will be able to award units on the QCF (Qualifications and Credit Framework), the curriculum being specified by local employers.

An example Technical Challenge from Gardline

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My UTC by Freya Cox January 2015It’s hard to imagine that I was at

another school just one term ago;

UTC Norfolk is so different to any other school that I have seen. My day starts really early – I catch the 7.15am train from Cromer so that I can register by 8.15am at UTCN, we don’t finish until 5pm so I don’t get home till 6.15pm, which is quite late but I know that this is what work will be like when I leave so I figure it’s good practice to get in the rhythm!

Depending on my first activity for the day, I need to change into one of the two uniforms (not what I’d choose to wear on a Saturday but they do look professional). For practical sessions we have a set of really smart, black overalls – I really like this one, add a touch of sunshine and the sound of engines and I could be a Formula 1 pit crew member! If we’re working in class then it’s straight into our “business” uniform – difficult to tell us apart from the teachers then.

Some of our teachers are called lecturers, some are trainers and some are technicians and they’re all really helpful – it’s weird but they don’t really feel like “teachers”, more like people we work with who have been around longer than us and help us find out how to do things. I have to admit, I like Mrs James best; She loves to programme the HAAS equipment and make prototypes for the challenges we are set and that’s my favourite part of any challenge too.

Oh, I should mention – “Challenges” are big at the UTC – we’re not given tasks and homework in the same way we used to be at school, now we’re given challenges to work on. Sometimes these are in groups and sometimes I get an individual challenge but they’re usually quite interesting. Last week my group was working on a challenge about getting plants to grow in the Mojave desert – how would we get water, energy and equipment to remote areas of desert and make

them fertile... it was actually really interesting and (believe it or not) fun! I actually think some of our ideas could work!

Group work is interesting here - the school really looks after everyone and it doesn’t matter where you come from or how clever you are. My friend David is exceptional at Maths – and then there’s Achini, who’s amazing at languages – both offer to help me and in return I try to help everyone else with programming – I love all that coding stuff and my Pi is always in my pocket.

Another one of my favourite lessons is when we use the computers to do some design work, like drafting a model before we actually make it on one of our 3D CAD machines in the manufacturing workshop and the StartUp classes are quite fun, too – I might just set up my own business one day.

Our days are so busy with different things going on (I NEVER get bored!) at UTCN that it’s hard to describe what we do. As I said, quite a lot of the time is spent on challenges. Week before last we were challenged with a real problem from the firm my Dad works for!

We were asked to look at an anaerobic digestion model for British Sugar to help them get more bio-fuels out of their waste products – and it was really good fun too. We went to Bury St Edmunds to visit their site and I saw my Dad while I was all dressed up in my professional clothes and walking around the site.

For two days next week we are at City College Norwich (I LOVE going there, it’s so big and so much going on) where we will use the waste from their Hotel School’s Debut Restaurant to simulate what we wanted to do. Their multi-media language facilities in their Information Store are a real help for our Chinese studies, too.

We’re off to the University of East Anglia tomorrow to learn about methane gas and climate change – still thinking about bio-fuels.

So, what’s it like being a student at the UTCN... it’s great!

We simply didn’t do any of this stuff at my last school and I’m really glad I made a choice to come here - it was a little scary at first but now I wouldn’t change it for the world (although I might just go on a change the world itself - look out for me!).

Who is the UTCN aimed at?If you are 14-19 years old and interested in engineering, maths and the sciences and would like to be hands-on in your learning then the UTCN is the place to get you the best qualifications for a career in engineering or energy.

How is it different to a conventional school?UTCs are specifically for students aged 14 to 19; specialising in one or two sectors of industry with support from a university and employers. They offer full time courses which combine practical and academic studies. Employers are involved from the start in shaping the curriculum.

What are the benefits of going to the UTCN compared with a conventional school?The UTCN allows a student to study a subject they are really interested in, which is taught in industry standard facilities by teachers with real life practical experience. By 16 the student’s technical skills are far in advance of those students in a standard comprehensive school. More enthusiastic engagement with academic studies leads to greater achievement in the area.

What type of qualifications can I take? The UTCN will offer GCSEs, a range of A Levels and level 1, 2 and 3 technical qualifications (e.g. BTECS).

Which subjects will I study?The core National Curriculum requirements will be provided. Outside of the National Curriculum, the subjects available at GCSE will depend on the UTCN.

At 14-16 a student’s time is split between general education/bridging core studies and technical studies. For general education you will take English; Maths; Science; a modern language; humanities; sport/PE; and PSHE; enrichment activities, financial literacy; understanding and setting up a business; IT; plus careers education and guidance. Broad technical studies would include employer endorsed technical challenges, projects, competitions and mentoring.

Post-16, students will be able to continue with their studies or may choose to do an apprenticeship, which might include part-time study at the UTCN.

University Technical College Norfolk

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What are the entry requirements?The UTCN will have a number of entry levels for students dependent on predicted or actual GCSE grades, personal aptitudes and individual student experience. Please refer to the website at www.utcn.org.uk for latest information or talk to a member of the admissions team for individual advice.

Will I have to have an interview to attend the UTCN?Yes. The UTCN is a specialised College and will have a series of entry points. To ensure that students enter at the right level for their skills and experience we will be implementing a system of interview and aptitude testing for entry into the UTCN.

What will the timetable be?The UTCN will operate for students from Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.00pm. Not all students will attend for all of these hours but for older students this will be longer than the traditional school day and will more closely mirror the reality of the adult working day.

It is a longer school day than I am used to; will there be homework as well? The longer day should mean that most of your work is done in school and will minimise the amount of homework necessary. There will be a lunch break but the rest of the school day will be allocated tutorial time in line with the professional world of work.

Will there be anything to pay? Tuition fees are in line with current Government funding so students under the age of 19 will not pay course fees. There will be a bus going from Norwich bus and train station to the UTCN and travel for 14-16 year olds is free. For over 16’s there will be a small charge/fee to use this bus. There may be a charge for uniform and trips, which we will try to make as affordable as possible.

Will my teachers be fully qualified teachers or industry specialists?The teaching staff will be made up of school teachers, instructors and people who have worked in industry. (Most of the teachers will have worked in the area of the UTCN's specialism).

Which employers are involved?The lead employer sponsors of the UTCN are Gardline, Lotus and Safe STS however there are many more companies involved to a lesser extent. For details see pages 6 and 7.

When and how do I apply?The UTCN is accepting applications now for September 2014 entry. To apply please complete the application form and equal opportunities

form on the following pages and return to:

Applications Department

c/o City College Norwich

Ipswich Road

Norwich NR2 2LJ

For further information simply register your name and contact details via our website www.utcn.org.uk on our “contact us” page.

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University Technical College Norfolk frequently asked questions continued...

Please give the name and county of your present or last School/College and what year group you are in.

C - YOUR SCHOOL DETAILS

NAME

COUNTY

CURRENT YEAR

A – YOUR DETAILS

TITLE GENDER DATE OF BIRTH

FORENAME (IN FULL) SURNAME

CURRENT ADDRESS (This is the address we will use for correspondence)

POSTCODE TEL. NO.

MOBILE NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESS

How would you like your application acknowledged? (please tick one)

EMAIL TEXT MESSAGE POST

EMERGENCY CONTACT/NEXT OF KIN

DAYTIME TELEPHONE NUMBER

MOBILE NUMBER

Please tick if you are a: Looked After Child Care Leaver

Are you happy for UTCN to release information to

and take updated information from your emergency contact/s? YES NO

B – YOUR RESIDENCE DETAILS

Have you been living in the United Kingdom (UK)/European Union (EU)

for the last 3 years)?

Are there any immigration restrictions on how long you can stay in the UK?

Are you a registered asylum seeker?

NORMAL COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE

DATE OF ARRIVAL IN UK/EU

APPLICATION FORM

Please complete all sections of this form with BLOCK CAPITALS and black ink and return to: Applications Department, c/o City College Norwich,Ipswich Road, Norwich NR2 2LJ

UNIVERSITY TECHNICAL COLLEGE NORFOLK

YES NO

YES NO

YES NO

D – YOUR QUALIFICATION/S

SUBJECT GRADE/PREDICTED GRADE

1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.12.

E - DECLARATION BY APPLICANT

In signing this document you are authorising UTCN to pass the information you provide on this form to the Chief Executive of the relevant Funding Agency/organisation and, when needed, the Department for Education, including the Education Funding Agency, which are registered under the Data Protection Act 1998. You are also authorising the UTC to release information for statistical, research and other purposes as set out in UTCN’s data protection registration.

This may also include contacting you and your parent/guardian by post, email or telephone (inc SMS) from time to time in connection with your application. It may also include contacting your school, or sponsor where your school or employer has facilitated your application. A more detailed explanation and further information on data confidentiality is available on request from Applications or online at www.utcn.org.uk

The Funding Agency and the UTCN value your views on the education you receive and will use any information

provided by you to make improvements for learners. If you want to be contacted in respect of surveys and

research, please tick this box.

If you want to be contacted about other courses or learning opportunities please tick this box.

Your personal information will not be passed to organisations for marketing or sales purposes.

A full detailed statement listing all the partnerships and organisations we share information with

can be produced and made available by the Policy and Communications Department.

I confirm that the details on this form are accurate and complete.

If offered a place I agree to comply with the College policies and procedures.

SIGNED DATE

(Year 11 students only)

F - WHERE DID YOU HEAR ABOUT US?

Norfolk County Council

Help You Choose website

UTCN website

School

Open Event

Prospectus

Media/Newspaper

Social Media

Connexions

(Please tick one.)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES FORM

e: [email protected]: 01603 773 008www.utcn.org.uk

Please complete all sections of this form with BLOCK CAPITALS and black ink and return with your application form.

This information will be treated as confidential.

1. YOUR ETHNICITY

Arab

Asian or Asian British – Bangladeshi

Asian or Asian British – Chinese

Asian or Asian British – Indian

Asian or Asian British – Pakistani

Asian or Asian British – Any other

Black or Black British – African

Black or Black British – Caribbean

Black or Black British – Any other

Mixed – White and Asian

Mixed – White and Black African

Mixed – White and Black Caribbean

Mixed – Any other

White – British

White – Irish

White – Gypsy or Irish Traveller

White – Any other

Any other

The College regards all staff and customers as being of equal value and will strive to promote equality of access and opportunity to courses and facilities.

To help us monitor this please indicate your ethnic origin. (For statistical purposes only.)

Do you have any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, final warnings or charges pending? (You

do not have to disclose those offences that are ‘spent’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act

1974 unless you are applying for a course that involves working with children or vulnerable adults).

YES NO

2. CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS

3. ADDITIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS

Visual impairment

Hearing impairment

Disability affecting mobility

Other physical disability

Other medical condition

Emotional/behavioural/social difficulties

Mental health difficulty

Temporary disability after illness or accident

Profound complex disabilities

Meares-Irlen

ADHD

Asperger’s Syndrome

Multiple disabilities

Other

The UTCN can offer a range of support to help students succeed on their course. We welcome students with disabilities and learning difficulties. (For example; dyslexia, epilepsy, mobility difficulties and mental health problems.)

Do you consider yourself to have a learning difficulty, disability or medical condition that may

affect your studies? (e.g. use of wheelchair, have dyslexia etc.)

YES NO

If yes, how would you describe your condition? Please tick below as appropriate.

Moderate learning difficulty

Severe learning difficulty

Dyslexia

Dyscalculia

Other specific learning difficulty

Autistic spectrum condition

Multiple learning difficulties

Other

DISABILITY

DIFFICULTIES

Will you require any alternative arrangements to assist you at your interview?

YES NO If yes, please specify the nature of support you require.

If English is not your first language please indicate if you would like support.

YES NO What is your first language?

I agree that my details can be passed to appropriate staff in order

to assess possible additional support requirements.

SIGNED DATE

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