Key Stage 4 - Years 10 & 11
What you learn at GPUTC depends on which of our specialisms you choose – Engineering or the Built Environment. We are firm believers in learning by doing and the employer projects are a key feature of our curriculum. Our employer sponsors will set exciting and challenging technical projects that will inspire you to develop your skills and give you the chance to test them out in a real-life context.
Work experience pays
At the GPUTC, you will get real-life work experience by getting involved in Employer Projects through our employers and key sponsors: Anglian Water, Larkfleet Homes and Perkins Engines which will maximise your chances of getting a rewarding and respected job when you leave us.
Thinking of going to University?
When you have completed your studies at the GPUTC, this will put you in a greater position when it comes to applying for a place at university with the added value of real-life work experience to support your application.
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Key Stage 4 Program (Year 10 and 11) |
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In Year 10 you will study the following mandatory GCSE subjects |
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English Language English Literature Maths Double Science Qualifications Plus |
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Each student will then be able to choose THREE of the following employability GCSE subjects: |
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Geography Art and Design Computer Science Core Studies (additional Numeracy and Literacy support) Engineering Manufacture Product Design Engineering Design Built Environment |
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In Year 11 you will carry on with your chosen GCSE subjects and have the opportunity to further specialise in one of our two technical specialisms – Engineering or the Built Environment. |
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The curriculum will also include Qualifications Plus for all students which is made up of:
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Below are just some of the enrichment options that will be available.
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*GCSE Triple Science |
Young Enterprise Business Studies Award |
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Community Sports Leadership Award |
Junior Sports Leadership Award |
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Sea Cadets |
Green Power Race Car Challenge |
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Duke of Edinburgh Award |
Duke of York Award |
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4x4 Challenge |
VEX Robotics Challenge |
The options available will develop our students in a rounded way and get them ready for the next stage in their lives. We obviously hope that our GCSE students next steps involve remaining at the UTC, but, there is also the option to move onto a school sixth form or college, an apprenticeship as well as moving out into the world of work.