UTC@Harbourside
| Established | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Type | University Technical College |
| Principal | Jonathan Clarke |
| Location | Railway Quay Newhaven East Sussex United Kingdom |
| DfE URN | 141394 Tables |
| Ages | 14–19 |
| Website | www |
UTC@harbourside is a University Technical College for students aged 14–18 (Key Stage 4 and 5) located in Newhaven, Sussex, England which opened in September 2015. It specialises in marine and environmental engineering and the purpose - built building is part of the renovation project in the Newhaven Quayside.
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Sponsors[edit]
The four key sponsors of the UTC are The Aldridge Foundation, Lewes District Council, University of Brighton and Veolia.[1]
Admissions[edit]
In its first year of opening, UTC@harbourside has a total of 150 places split between Year 10 and 12. Students come from Newhaven and across Sussex, including Brighton, Haywards Heath and Eastbourne.
Curriculum[edit]
The specialisms of the UTC are marine and environmental engineering, with employer partners playing a key role in the curriculum of the UTC by setting real life enterprise challenges. Through the projects, students will study towards Level 2 and 3 technical awards and diplomas. The curriculum also includes core GCSEs and A Levels in subjects like Maths, English and separate sciences, plus a PE provision which includes sailing and scuba diving.[2]
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