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Why Choose a Health Futures UTC Education? 04Health Futures Pathways 05Innovative Curriculum 06Student Life 08Meet Our Partners 10A World of Career Opportunities 12Development Beyond the Classroom 14An Exciting and Accessible Campus 16Applying for Your Place 19

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We’re excited and proud to be the first UTC in the UK to specialise in health care and health science, offering learning and career opportunities for young people like no other school or college in the region.


By combining academic study with real-life work projects, personal development activities, and career opportunities our young people become well-rounded, work-ready individuals. They benefit from both a highly academic education and by putting their learning into practice in exciting work-focused projects delivered by industry professionals.

We’re able to deliver tomorrow’s education today through a robust partnership of over 20 of the region’s major health and education organisations. Working together we develop young people who can meet employers’ demands for good qualifications, transferable skills and a professional attitude to work whatever career they may eventually choose.

There’s no doubt that Health Futures UTC is a fantastic place for 14-19 year olds to gain a unique top-class education, build confidence and explore a vast range of career and higher education pathways.

Our Vision Our vision is to provide a broad, inclusive health and science curriculum, delivered to the highest standards in partnership with our employer partners. This ensures our learners receive personalised, practical experiences, offering opportunities that enrich their experience above and beyond that normally expected, and enhancing their employability.

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Health Futures provides opportunities not offered in

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Courses and modulesHealth Futures provides free non-selective learning.

The curriculum is designed to offer learners a holistic approach to their education, encompassing a range of techniques, contexts, experiences and opportunities.

From formally recognised examinations and qualifications through to real-life scenario projects and work placements, our aim is to help all learners realise their full potential.

Health care and health science specialisms will be studied alongside traditional subjects from the national curriculum.

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Further training

Year 12A’ Level

Subjects on offer:

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Science, Mathematics, English Literature, Psychology,

Sociology, PE, Business Studies, IT, Health and Social Care.

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A new approach to learning

We understand that whilst children and young people are individuals, each with their own learning styles and motivators, they all flourish when nurtured and encouraged to realise their full potential and achieve their ambitions. Health Futures UTC staff and partners are determined to meet these aspirations by using a variety of teaching methods, activities and technologies to provide a unique learning experience.

We will open up their young minds to the endless possibilities awaiting them in the world of work and education through a range of experiences, tasks, studies, collaborative projects and personal development activities. Together, teachers and students will design and complete personalised study plans that will deliver sound qualifications and a perfect mix of knowledge, skills and experiences to help every learner thrive in the workplace or university.

Technical challenge ProjectsAll of our students participate in project work known as technical challenges. This is one of the key differences between a UTC and a traditional school or college. Students work with practising professionals, supported by a use of scenarios and technologies designed to reflect real-life workplace and community settings. Working together in this way helps develop our students’ understanding of the health sectors and the intrinsic links to their classroom learning. In addition to cultivating practical, technical, professional, business, and social skills the projects also provide valuable qualifications.

Inclusive education opportunitiesOur extended day ensures that students can make the best use of the resources around them and receive the support they require to flourish. Classroom studies and technical projects are designed to ensure that learning is taking place in the right way, at the right level, and with the right support from teachers, partners, peers and mentors.

We foster a culture of respect, encouragement and ambition that ensures the needs of all learners are sensitively and appropriately considered and managed. Parents and young people can be confident of an equitable provision for all students including Vulnerable Learners, those with Statements of Special Educational Needs, and those identified as Gifted & Exceptionally Able learners.

State-of-the-art technology Equipped with first-class technology and learning spaces specifically designed to enhance the student experience beyond the traditional, our campus provides the perfect setting in which to develop young professionals. To complement the extensive use of e-learning in the classroom and to help put their knowledge into context, students are also taught using technologies that can replicate a wide range of health care and health science environments. Inspiring and stimulating their minds and senses, a simulated hospital ward with interactive computerised ‘patients’ and a high-tech visualisation suite are used to immerse students in virtual environments. The realistic reproduction of settings such as an operating theatre, road traffic incident or pathology laboratory brings sights and sensations not ordinarily accessible to young students.

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“Connections with Partners will provide

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applying to University”Parent of Student


Students will look and feel like young healthcare professionals

The UTC working day We’ve designed our days to closely reflect a typical business day, with an 8.30am start and a 5.00pm finish Monday to Thursday, and a 4.00pm finish on Friday. This helps prepare our students for the reality of employment expectations and routines. It also means there’s little or no homework as we aim to cover everything during the working day.

Dress codeIn keeping with world-of-work principles we’ve adopted a business dress code rather than a traditional school uniform to help students look and feel like young healthcare professionals. Any specialist clothing and equipment will be provided by the UTC for students. The dress code details can be found on our website.

Sports & wellbeing Taking advantage of a roof-top games area, fitness suite and gym, all young people will participate in regular Physical Education (PE) sessions for their personal health and wellbeing. Various aspects of fitness and wellbeing will also be integrated into learner’s core subjects, options and technical project work, at an appropriate level.

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Health Futures UTC and 20 high-profile organisations have come together to forge a partnership to provide a unique learning experience for our students. Representatives from the NHS, higher and further education, charitable care providers, local government, and private industry guarantee participation in real-life projects that underpin academic learning.

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Flexible career opportunities Although Health Futures has a focus on health care and health science, students acquire robust qualifications and transferable skills universally welcomed by all employers and universities. Their unique education equips them for the world of work whatever career pathway they may eventually choose, and encourages them to explore opportunities they may not even know exist.

Careers advice and support All Health Futures students benefit from extensive careers advice and signposting to help them on their journey through education and into the world of work, higher education, apprenticeship or specialist training. Whatever their eventual choice, everyone is given valuable access to career specialists and professionally qualified partners, all happy to share their first-hand knowledge and experience to help young people make important decisions about their life choices.

Extensive health career opportunities For those who decide on a health focused career pathway, our partnership with major NHS organisations provides valuable insight into the 350+ career opportunities offered by the UK’s largest employer. But even with that level of choice, prospects are not limited to medical, care or laboratory roles. Another rich seam for employment is public health which focuses on preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting wellbeing. There is tremendous career diversity and opportunity across the entire health economy locally, nationally and globally, spanning the NHS, local authorities, charitable organisations, private businesses and community schemes.

Unsure about career pathways? There is lots of information online about health career opportunities. For example the NHS website introduces young people to the vast range of choices on offer and advises them on the qualities, skills and qualifications needed to follow their ambitions. With an A-Z of careers, videos, case studies and an interactive career-mapping tool designed to help explore and consider enjoyable work roles, there’s plenty of practical information at: stepintothenhs.nhs.uk and an insight into the vast array of public health careers at: phorcast.org.uk

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Creative learning through collaboration

There’s a school of thought that suggests children and young people flourish when encouraged to explore and express the vast possibilities that stimulate and occur to younger minds.They’re also known to especially benefit from creative learning and collaborative working at a young age.Health Futures UTC is excellently placed to exploit this knowledge and provide valuable advantages to the region’s 14-19 year olds.By combing an interactive approach to study with an extraordinary opportunity to learn co-operatively from one another, career professionals and qualified teachers, Health Futures is able to offer its students an inspirational and enviable educational journey.

Life skills through enrichment

To enhance learning and personal development each individual participates in a programme of activities known as enrichment. These are an integral part of our approach to education, offering students the opportunity to learn and share skills and experiences, and encouraging them to face new challenges.They may wish to undertake a Duke of York Award, volunteer to help a charity, explore a business initiative, become a Health Cadet, or get involved in art, music and drama community projects.The enrichment programme has a strong emphasis on the personal, social and enterprise (PSE) aspects of a UTC education, building confidence, enhancing interpersonal skills and developing a sense of community and social awareness.

Building team spirit through Learning Companies

Taking the traditional ‘House’ system to another level Health Futures UTC has adopted a Learning Company framework to encourage and support students’ progress and achievement. This concept helps expand academic learning, personal development and career interests through collaborative working, which in turn promotes a sense of team spirit and fosters a culture of equality, diversity, dignity and respect.

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Brand new building

Our brand new, multi-million pound school is packed full of technologies and innovative learning spaces, and there’s a terraced rear courtyard to provide an outside space for relaxation and recreation. Other key features include a roof-top games area, fitness suite, multi-gym, and restaurant and cafe. With input from partners and local young people it’s been purposely designed to provide an exciting environment that motivates and supports interactive learning.

Conveniently situated at 350 High Street, West Bromwich B70 8DJ, Health Futures provides easy access from across the region whatever your transport choice.

Getting to us by tram or bus

There’s a terrific transport network on our doorstep making the tram or bus the perfect way to get to Health Futures. A link to a map showing stops and main routes to help you plan your journey can be found at:http://jp.networkwestmidlands.com/ The nearest tram stops are Dartmouth Street or Lodge Road.

Getting to us by car

A network of motorways and arterial roads provide a choice of routes into West Bromwich and a number of public car parks are located near to Health Futures. There is no on-site car parking at Health Futures. http://www.sandwell.gov.uk/downloads/file/2053/map_of_west_bromwich_car_parks

Getting to us by cycle or on foot

A series of pavements and public thoroughfares provide easy pedestrian access for those able to reach Health Futures on foot. For anyone wanting to get even more exercise from their journey there are local cycle routes from the High Street that connect to Great Barr, Smethwick, Wednesbury, Tipton and Dudley, and an off-road cycle track along the Parkway Metro from Hawthorns to Black Lake. There’s also a secure bike store on site. Further information on cycle paths in the area can be found can be found at www.bikeright.co.uk/westmidlands

Subsidised travel

A copy of our current Travel Subsidy Policy together with copies of our Travel Subsidy Application Form can be found on our website.

This explains the eligibility criteria and subsidies available to students towards the cost of their Travel Pass.

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Expect a high demand for a place with high standards

We think that you’ll appreciate why our unique combination of academic, vocational, technical and employability opportunities make Health Futures an extremely popular choice for young people and their parents. Having opened in September 2015 we have been consistently oversubscribed so don’t delay and apply today if you want to join us next year.

Managing the transition from school to Health Futures UTC

Parents can be confident that practical and personalised pastoral care and student support services are important and highly regarded features of Health Futures UTC. We liaise closely with students, parents, existing schools and other agencies as necessary throughout the recruitment and transition process to ensure that it is correctly and sensitively managed. This can include family meetings, staff question & answer sessions, meeting Special Educational and/or Health & Wellbeing Needs, and appropriate information-sharing to facilitate student transfers.

Join us at 14

Applications are welcome from motivated Year 9 students looking to make an exciting new start to their education at Health Futures UTC in September.

Join us at 16

Ambitious 16 year-olds looking to strengthen their learning and career opportunities should apply now for a sixth form place for a September start.

We’re here to help

Our friendly team will be able to help you with the application process, provide you with further information or give you more details about Health Futures UTC so please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Our inclusive Admissions Policy

can be foundon our website

It’s easy to apply online at: healthfuturesutc.co.uk/applyor call 0121 794 2888 to request a paper application form.

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Contact Information:

Health Futures UTC350 High StreetWest BromwichB70 8DJ

Office: 0121 794 2888Email: [email protected]: www.healthfuturesutc.co.uk

We would like to thank our staff, student and partners for their time and expertise in putting this prospectus together, with particular thanks to to West Midlands Ambulance Service and The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust.

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