Case Studies
Class of 2020 – Ewan Carson
18-year-old Ewan is heading to University of Bath to study a degree in Chemistry with Drug Discovery with integrated masters after securing fantastic A Level results at the UTC. Ewan secured results to get him into his top university choice: “I got an A in Chemistry, B in Physics and a C in Maths, and […]
Class of 2020 – Caitlin Ault
Caitlin Ault is looking forward to studying Chemistry at the University of Liverpool after securing fantastic A Level results. Caitlin achieved A*, A, C in English, Chemistry and Physics at A Level. Speaking of her results Caitlin said: “I’m really pleased with my results. I’m a bit of a worrier but I’m really pleased with […]
Meet Our Staff: Mrs Fox, English
Why did you decide to start teaching at the UTC? I decided to work for the UTC as I wanted to incorporate my previous working background in manufacturing and UK and Export sales and marketing, alongside my teaching experience, in order to educate a fit for purpose workforce of the future. What is it that […]
Meet Our Staff: Miss Bowen, Geography
Why did you decide to start teaching at the UTC? I was one of the first teachers at the UTC and I started before it opened. I was excited about the challenge of a new school and having the opportunity to have an input right from the beginning. During my interview, I had to teach […]
Meet our Alumni: Abdul Siddiqi
Abdul joined the UTC in Year 10 to specialise in Engineering Design and Manufacture, alongside GCSEs in English, Maths, Science, Business Studies, German and Computer Science. He is currently enrolled on the Space Engineering Programme at the National Space Academy partnered with the National Space Centre. As a part of this programme he studies A Levels in […]
Meet our Staff: Miss Majid, Computer Science
Why did you decide to start teaching at the UTC? Previously I hadn’t heard of the UTC, so when I saw a job advertised here, I was intrigued and applied immediately, as I wanted to take a chance and do something new. I originally joined the UTC on cover for five months as a Computer […]
Meet our Staff: Mrs Robathan, English
Why did you decide to start teaching at the UTC? I loved the ambition and drive of the students when I visited. I was also excited about the opportunities offered to the students through employer links, such as Rolls-Royce, Toyota and Bombardier. What is it that interests you about your subject/area? I enjoy losing myself […]
Meet our Alumni: Zoe Percival
Alumna, Zoe Percival, has gone on to study a degree in Manufacturing and Engineering at Coventry University, after studying at the UTC. Zoe joined the UTC in Year 12 to study A Levels in Chemistry, Physics and Maths, alongside a technical qualification in Engineering. She says: “I wasn’t interested in Engineering when I was looking […]
Meet our Alumni: Amandip Phagura
Alumnus, Amandip Phagura, has gone full circle since leaving Derby’s UTC. Amandip joined the UTC in Year 12 to study an Extended Diploma in Engineering. “I’m originally from Derby so I have seen the impact that engineering has had on the city and that’s always influenced me. Having a focus on engineering isn’t the norm […]
Meet our employer partner, Andy Davies from Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet our planet’s vital power needs. They connect, power and protect society. Rolls-Royce comprises three focused businesses – Civil Aerospace, Defence and Power Systems. Throughout their history, they have set out to achieve extraordinary goals. Along the way, they have developed ground-breaking technologies, established new standards and […]