University technical colleges (UTCs) and studio schools are government-funded secondary schools. They are for children aged 14 to 19 and children can join from year 10.
University technical colleges specialise in subjects like engineering and construction.
Studio schools are small schools (usually around 300 pupils). They teach mainstream qualifications through project-based learning.
See GOV.UK for more information about UTCs and studio schools.
Find more information on UTCs on the UTC Colleges website.
How to apply
You need to apply while your child is in year 9.
The closing date for most applications is 31 October but you must check with each school or college as some may have different deadlines.
Check with each school what their admissions criteria are.
| School | Specialist subjects |
|---|---|
|
BMAT STEM Academy |
Computing, science and engineering |
|
Aylesbury UTC |
Digital or health and social care |
|
De Salis Studio College |
Business and commerce |
|
Elstree Screen Arts Academy |
Multimedia, production arts, digital technology and communication for entertainment industries |
|
Global Academy UTC |
Creative, technical and broadcast and digital media |
|
Leigh UTC |
Computer science and engineering |
|
Logic Studio School |
Computing technologies and international logistics |
|
London Design and Engineering |
Design and engineering |
|
Mulberry UTC |
Digital technology, healthcare and medical services |
|
Parkside Studio College |
Creative media, construction, hairdressing and beauty therapy, health and social care, hospitality and catering, and sport |
|
South Bank Engineering UTC |
Engineering for building and health sectors |
|
Space Studio West London |
Space, aerospace, science, and maths |
|
The BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology |
Dance, film and media production, music, musical theatre, interactive digital design, theatre, visual arts and design |
|
The Norwood School |
Visual and performing arts |
|
UTC Heathrow |
Engineering and digital technologies |
|
UTC Portsmouth |
Engineering |
|
UTC Reading |
Computer science and engineering |