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Sixth Form Prospectus

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The first school for 14–19 year olds in the UK specialising in Science and Healthcare

Studying at the Liverpool Life Sciences UTC will offer you a completely new experience of education.

For the first time, we are bringing together the best of industry, education and the public sector to ensure students are qualified and skilled to work in a sector of business where the North West is genuinely starting to lead. Like most fast growing, high tech industries, the Life Sciences sector in the Liverpool City Region is keen to recruit talented young people to join their workforce; the brief of the Life Sciences UTC is to ensure you are skilled, experienced and qualified to support this expansion and the local economy.

Our students will have a unique advantage. You will have access to industry information, world class resources and facilities to ensure you have experienced the equipment and processes needed to work in the sector, a curriculum developed in conjunction with the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospital and our business partners and delivered by experts both in and out of the classroom.

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There is no better school in the North West if you want more than just high quality A-Levels and BTECs to help you secure a career in Science or Healthcare.

• Industry Partners, including the Royal Liverpool University Hospital Trust, Novartis, 2Bio and Unilever, with extensive opportunities for work placements so you’ll be able to see your learning in action

• University partners, completing a programme of study with us will help you secure a place at the University of Liverpool, or a Russell Group University

• A curriculum driven by local employers, alongside your qualifications, you will build the skills our local international employers need and apply them during work placements

• Employer-led projects throughout the year, work on original science research with world renowned academics and experts

• Your own mentor, support with your studies, career planning and university applications to help you achieve your goals

• World class facilities, our redevelopment of the Contemporary Urban Centre will give you the opportunity to experience first class, industry-standard laboratories

Our promise: a job, apprenticeship or University place

when you successfully complete your programme of study

6 reasons to choose Liverpool Life Sciences UTC Sixth Form:

Our promise:a job, apprenticeship or university place when you successfully complete your programme of study

Sixth Form Curriculum PathwaysOur industry partners have worked to define exactly what attributes, skills and experiences are required of their future workforce. The Liverpool Life Sciences UTC offers a curriculum and ethos where students can develop the required additional skills to fill these requirements.

We have established six pathways in conjunction with our partners.

The Royal Liverpool andBroadgreen University Hospitals

NHS Trust

The Royal Liverpool andBroadgreen University Hospitals

NHS Trust

Our Trustees

Our Partners

Northern Schools

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Students at the Life Sciences UTC are not limiting their options by choosing a specialist pathway. Students will complete traditional A Level and BTEC qualifications. We simply add more, more and more – masterclasses, leadership skills, laboratory skills, work placements, industry mentors, project work. Plus, the core skills and culture inherent to the Life Sciences UTC will ensure students have strong communication, management, entrepreneurial, scientific, analytical, numerical and problem solving skills, all highly sought by employers and incredibly transferable.

+ Expert masterclasses

+ Work placements

+ Industry inspired research projects

+ Professional qualifications

+ Expert careers advice, information and guidance

+ Enrichment to enhance your CV

Exploring Leadership & Management

Exploring Health Care

Exploring Medicine/ Veterinary/ Dentistry

Curriculum Pathways

Exploring Health Sciences

Exploring Physical Sciences

Exploring Life Sciences

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Exploring Life Sciences

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Choosing the Life Sciences pathway at the UTC will provide you with the knowledge and expertise in technical laboratory work. numerical, analytical and communication skills necessary to meet the changing needs within many key industries, including the NHS, pharmaceutical, chemical and agrochemical industries, and government agencies such as the Department of Health. You will work on a range of industry inspired projects that will help you develop and show evidence of your proficiency in key lab skills which you can then put into practice whilst on placement with our range of partners.

Suggested Options:A Level BiologyA Level ChemistryA Level PhysicsA Level MathsA Level Further MathsA Level PsychologyA Level Geography Possible University Courses:Life SciencesBiochemistryBiotechnologyMicrobiologyBiomedical SciencesPharmacologyZoology

Possible Apprenticeships:Laboratory TechnicianSterile Services TechnicianNHS PharmacyHealth Informatics Possible Future Careers:BiotechnologistGeneticistMicrobiologyPharmacology

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Exploring Physical Sciences

With a focus on understanding the world around us, the Exploring Physical Sciences pathway brings together a combination of perspectives including but not limited to Physical, Chemical, Environmental, Mathematical and Geological sciences It is ideal for those that want to spend lots of time the in the lab, can handle complex equations, enjoy research and analysis, work methodically and accurately. If you are looking at chemistry, physics, maths at A Level, perhaps with a view to engineering this could be the option for you.

Suggested Options:A Level ChemistryA Level PhysicsA Level BiologyA Level MathsA Level Further MathsA Level Geography Possible University Courses:ChemistryPhysicsEngineeringEarth and Marine SciencesAstronomyMathematicsMetallurgy

Possible Apprenticeships:Chemistry TechnicianEngineeringProcess Manufacturing Possible Future Careers:Analytical ChemistFormulations ChemistResearch and DevelopmentEngineer

Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary sciences are three of the most academically challenging degree courses to gain a place on. Likewise the UTC Exploring Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary pathway is a challenging, intensive preparation for applying for these courses. You will work on a range of projects that teach the basics of biomedical and life sciences with reference to your preferred specialism. You will also complete the Extended Project Qualification to ensure you have a specialist subject to talk about at interview. You will participate in a range of work placements, including time in the Royal Liverpool Hospital to support your UCAS application.

Exploring Medicine/ Veterinary/ Dentistry

Suggested Options:A Level BiologyA Level ChemistryA Level PhysicsA Level MathsA Level Further MathsA Level PsychologyA Level English LanguageA Level HistoryA Level Geography

Possible University Courses:MedicineVeterinary SciencesDentistryBiomedical SciencesBioveterinary Sciences Possible Apprenticeships:Medical Laboratory AssistantOperating Health ProfessionalHaematology TechnicianDental NurseVeterinary Nurse Possible Future Careers:DoctorDentistVetPharmacologist

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Exploring Medicine/ Veterinary/ Dentistry

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By studying on the exploring health sciences pathway you will gain a broad scientific understanding of the function of the human mind and body and the causes of some human diseases. You will study projects that address a significant range of regional health topics using a variety of approaches including anatomy, cell biology, microbiology and psychology, including acute and chronic conditions, genetic and nutritional disorders, mental health and infectious diseases. You will have the opportunity to see your learning in context whilst on placement at the Royal Liverpool Hospital.

Suggested Options:A Level BiologyA Level ChemistryA Level PhysicsA Level MathsA Level Further MathsA Level PsychologyA Level SociologyBTEC Health & Social Care Possible University Courses:Healthcare ScienceRadiographyMidwiferyNursingOccupational TherapyOphthalmologyPhysiotherapyPsychology

Possible Apprenticeships:Radiotherapy AssistantsDietetic AssistantsPhysiotherpay AssistantsClinical Support WorkersDental Nursing Possible Future Careers:NurseMidwifeOccupational TherapistPhysiotherapistRadiographer

10Exploring Health Care

This pathway is the perfect platform from which to enter a caring, social work or community work based profession. It is a highly practical pathway which involves a range of work related projects and placements that will ensure you are well prepared to either get a job or access a higher education course such as nursing, allied care or social work and associated professions. You will build an understanding of the principles of working in the care sector from a scientific, sociological and psychological perspective.

Suggested Options:BTEC Health & Social CareCACHE ChildcareBTEC Applied ScienceA Level SociologyA Level PsychologyA Level English Language Possible University Courses:Health & Social CareSocial WorkEarly Years

Possible Apprenticeships:Healthcare AssistantsEarly Years AssistantsResidential Care AssistantsPlaywork Coordinators Possible Future Careers:Emergency Care AssistantNursery NurseCare Assistant – Elderly/ Disabled AdultsHealth Promotion Specialist

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Exploring Leadership & Management

Specialising in science alongside subjects such as Business and Economics offers students a vital, lucrative language and access to some of the most influential professions, such as law and accounting. The UTC Leadership and Management pathway helps students to understand organisations, their structures and cultures. It encourages students to think about wider considerations such as environments, markets and processes, ensuring organisation effectiveness and social and economic prosperity. Through projects, masterclasses and placements, you will learn how to analyse and evaluate leadership behaviour and management decision-making in the workplace, and improve your own skills as a leader and manager.

Suggested Options:A Level EconomicsA Level MathsA Level/ BTEC Level 3 Business StudiesA Level English LanguageBTEC Level 3 Enterprise & EntrepreneurshipA Level GeographyA Level History Possible University Courses:BusinessMarketingLawSocial PolicyPublic Health Possible Apprenticeships:Medical SecretaryAdvertising and CommunicationsLegal AdministrationPublic Health Possible Future Careers:Intellectual Property LawyerPatent AttorneyRegulatory AffairsGeneral Practice ManagerHealth Records Clerk

+Professional Qualifications

All students will have the opportunity to complete professional qualifications to ensure they are skilled and ready to work in the sector.

+Project-based LearningThe equivalent to two hours of each day is dedicated to project-based learning that combines science, healthcare, English and maths. Students work on industry inspired projects with Director of Innovation, Professor David Hornby. Our partner businesses are involved in developing and delivering the themes of the projects.

+PlacementsAll of our courses have work related activities and all post-16 courses have opportunities for work placements. Each post-16 student will also have the opportunity to complete some form of work placement with our sponsor, The Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University NHS Trust.

+MasterclassesEach week we bring in experts from our industry partners, consultants and practitioners from the hospital and leading academics from universities to talk about what they do, what they research, where it might take you and why it is so incredibly awe inspiring.+Enrichment

Enrichment activities are available to extend students’ academic programmes to ensure they have a CV/ personal statement second to none.

• Aquaponics• Flamenco• 3D Printing• Media• Watersports• Guerilla Gardening• Debating Team• Music Production

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• Fitness• Duke of Edinburgh• Primary Schools Science Club• Programme of trips, visits and residentials

More, more and more…

Next stepsThere are many different routes into a career in healthcare and the Life Sciences. We will work with you to ensure you are on the correct pathway to achieve your career ambitions, either through a university place, apprenticeship or in work.

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Our promise: a job, apprenticeship or university place when you successfully complete your programme of study

Work

6th FormAcademic qualifications, technical qualifications, work based experience and enrichment activities give you an outstanding CV to progress to:

UniversityWork towards a Bachelors degree, (BSC) or a Masters degree, (MSC)

ApprenticeshipsEarn while you learn – you will have the opportunity to study for qualifications while you are working and earning

More, more and more…

The details: The UTC Day

A day at the UTC is purposefully longer than an average school day, but includes time for enrichment activities and homework so there is still time for family life. Students will be expected to be in from 9am until 5pm, like the world of work.

Social Welfare

The UTC operates a house system. Heads of House, supported by Director of Inclusion - Ms Tomlinson, ensure students receive all the support they need to address and remove any barriers to education and to flourish as confident learners.

Uniform

Sixth formers will be required to wear business dress that will be appropriate for work within the UTC and on professional work placements.

Eating Arrangements

All food is nutritious, freshly prepared where possible and carefully selected to promote a healthy lifestyle. There is a continuous service of food because of the need to break for lunch when the team is ready to do so, like in the work place. The students, staff and visitors eat together and the refectory is used as a place of discussion.

• Free breakfast club

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Location and Facilities

The Liverpool Life Sciences UTC is located in the Contemporary Urban Centre building on Greenland Street, Liverpool City Centre. The University of Liverpool, Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospital and the planned BioCampus are located nearby, giving students easy access to local employers and leading research scientists.

Facilities at the UTC include:

• Three industry standard laboratory ‘innovation spaces’ which will prepare students to work in our partners’ state of the art facilities.

• Dedicated Healthcare suite with fully functioning hospital beds, complete with ‘Sim Man’, a dummy patient who displays vital life signs and symptoms and all the associated equipment for checking the status of patients.

• A mock nursery and home setting for practical studies of health, social care and childcare.

•Fitness Suite kitted out with the latest technology to link sports to the study of health sciences.

• A range of facilities for the curriculum including flexible general teaching areas and core science facilities.

• Flexible business style dining areas where work can be undertaken whilst having a snack or coffee.

• A fully working cinema for use in enrichment time and to host national and international guest speakers.

Travel

• 4 direct UTC school buses from key hubs across the Merseyside region, including St Helens, Crosby, Kirkby and West Kirby

• More coach routes to be added for 2014• Free UTC Minibus shuttle service from local train stations to the building• Travel bursaries available for those travelling long distances

TRAVEL PLAN TO CUC BUILDING

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The Liverpool Life Sciences UTC has places for up to 200 students entering Year 12 in 2014. We are now accepting applications from students from:

• Liverpool • Halton • Wirral• St Helens • Knowsley• Sefton

The Liverpool Life Sciences UTC has a place for everyone and you will gain a place here if you have the right attitude and ambitions.

Our different courses and pathways do have different entry requirements to ensure that you are successful, however, we will work with you to create a personal learning programme that draws from your preferences and puts you on track to achieve your goals.

All students who do not have a Grade C pass at GCSE English or Maths will be required to study these.

Complete and return the form enclosed by post to:

UTC ApplicationsCUC Building Greenland Street Liverpool L1 0BS

The Application Form can also be completed electronically www.lifesciencesutc.co.uk/apply

How to apply

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Student InformationForename(s):Surname:Preferred Name:

Address:

Postcode:Telephone No:Mobile No:Current School:Email:Age: DOB:Gender:

Where did you hear about us?

Current Programme of Study - Subjects Predicted grade (if known)

Why do you want to study at the Liverpool Life Sciences UTC?

Parent/ Guardian Details:Forename(s):Surname:Address:

PostcodeTel. (Home):Tel. (Mobile):Tel. (Work):

Parent or Guardian?

If you have any further queries or would like more information regarding The Life Sciences UTC please contact us on 0151 230 1320 or visit our website at lifesciencesutc.co.uk

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