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National Digital Skills for Health Project launches at UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park
A national project to equip young people with the digital skills to excel in health and sport science careers has officially launched in Sheffield. The Digital Skills for Health Project focuses on ensuring that students and staff at UTCs across the country have the latest technology skills that employers in the health and sport science […]
UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park students prepare for their next career steps
UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park students are preparing for their next career steps after receiving their GCSE and technical results. At the technical school for 13 to 19-year-olds – which is Ofsted graded ‘good’ – students complete academic and technical qualifications in computing, health sciences or sport science. The majority of Year 11 students are […]
UTC Graduate Working as a Data Analyst on NHS Placement
Graduate, Cerys Evans, has excelled in her studies after finishing at the UTC. What did you enjoy about Computing? I liked working alongside other like-minded people. I was on the VEX Robotics team called ‘Thomas and Friends’ for two years, which was run by the Computing department. It built great interpersonal skills and was a […]
Sport Students inspired by social enterprise helping people living with dementia
Throughout February and March, Golf in Society, a Yorkshire-based start-up that introduces people living with dementia, stroke, Parkinson’s, loneliness and depression to the health and wellbeing benefits of golf, has provided workshops and lectures about widening participation in sport. The virtual sessions have allowed students to broaden their understanding of the key skills and attributes […]
UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park’s student athletes get set to benefit from innovative scheme
Talented student athletes attending one of Sheffield’s leading University Technical Colleges are set to benefit from a national scholarship scheme. UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park, on Old Hall Road, has earned Dual Career Accreditation status with the Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS). The Sport England-backed programme supports student athletes to reach their potential in education […]
My experience of the UTC – a Parent’s Perspective with Karen
Karen is parent of Year 9 student Kelsie who made the big decision to leave her previous school and join UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park in September 2020. Kelsie is now studying Health Sciences and Social Care alongside GCSEs. Karen describes her experiences as a parent so far… What attracted you about the UTC in […]
My experience of the UTC – a Parent’s Perspective with Jan
Jan is parent of current UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park student, Grace, and former students Cameron and Holly, who all had a fantastic experience at the UTC. They each had a unique journey as they studied different specialisms, but all achieved excellent results. We spoke to Jan about her experiences as a parent and why […]
We’re Part of the Skills Builder Partnership
The Skills Builder Universal Framework shows how to build essential skills at every stage of life. At UTC Olympic Legacy Park, we believe that employability skills need to be developed and explicitly taught alongside the core curriculum, which is why we are part of the Skills Builder Partnership. Through tutor time activities and our rewards […]
Sheffield’s University Technical Colleges commended by Royalty as UK Business Heroes
Sheffield’s two University Technical Colleges have been commended by Royalty for their role in supporting the local community during the coronavirus pandemic. UTC Sheffield City Centre, Matilda Street, and UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park, Old Hall Road, are among 19 organisations in the city that have been recognised in the UK Business Heroes awards. The […]
UTC prepares Computing Student for exciting future within STEM
UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park student, Jordan Wolny, loved studying the Computing specialism, and the school inspired him to continue his studies in this area. Why did you decide to join the UTC? My previous school didn’t offer Computer Science and I was really keen to study this. The specialisms at the UTC looked exciting […]
Computing Student excited for sixth form at UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park
Computing Student, Erin, loved her experience at the UTC and is looking forward to the next chapter within her studies in Maths and Science. Why did you join the UTC? I was home schooled into Year 10, so it felt a bit scary joining a school. The UTC felt like the right place for me […]
UTC helps to prepare Health Student for exciting future in Mental Health Nursing Degree
Alice Weaver loved studying her specialisms at UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park, and has been inspired to continue her studies within the Health sector. When did you start at the UTC? I joined in 2016 in Y10 and carried on all the way through to Y13, as I enjoyed my experience here and wanted to […]