# University Technical College

**Source**: https://www.leeds.ac.uk/partnerships-3/doc/university-technical-college
**Parent**: https://www.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduate-teachers-advisors

The University of Leeds is a key sponsor of UTC Leeds.

As Leeds' only University Technical College, UTC Leeds offers employer-led academic and technical learning with a focus on engineering and advanced technology. It provides a unique educational experience for students who love science, technology, engineering and maths.

Students can join in Year 10 or Year 12. The core vision is to inspire the next generation of leading engineers, scientists and innovators.

Students have the opportunity to:

- Take on exciting challenges - tackle real-life tasks direct from the world of work.
- Embrace real-world problems and solutions - work on projects that provide solutions to real employers; solutions that test academic and practical knowledge.
- Work alongside real employers - take part in employer-led masterclasses, mentoring sessions and work experience.
- Learn from the best - work with teaching staff who are all experts in their field.
- Benefit from state-of-the-art facilities including specialist areas for scientific research, advanced design, manufacturing and robotics.
- Learn and grow in a mature environment - step into a mature curriculum bursting with experiences and opportunities.
- Gain exceptional knowledge of the industry - combine exceptional facilities, expert teachers and links with industry to reach STEM career goals.

The driving force behind all aspects of UTC Leeds is a combination of seven employability skills which are central to the curriculum. They were devised in conjunction with the University of Leeds and employer partners to ensure that students leaving UTC Leeds are highly employable.

To find out more please visit the [University Technical College Leeds website](https://www.utcleeds.co.uk/).