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Type University Technical College Location 100–102 Broadway
Salford
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UTC@MediaCityUK is a University Technical College for students aged 14–18 (Key Stage 4 and 5) at MediaCityUK in Salford, England, which opened in September 2015.
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Sponsors
The three key sponsors of the UTC are The Aldridge Foundation, The Lowry and the University of Salford.
Admissions
UTC@MediaCityUK opened with a total of 310 student places starting in Years 10 and 12. Due to being a state funded school there are no admission fees or entry examination. There catchment area varies from Salford (Zone A) all the way to Tameside (Zone C).
Curriculum
Students choose one of three study specialisms at Key Stage 4: Radio, TV and Film; Interactive Media and Gaming or Visual Arts, Graphics and Design. At Key Stage 5 students choose from four study specialisms: TV and Film, Graphics and Design, Radio and Audio and Interactive Media and Gaming.
The UTC specialises in digital and creative content, with employer partners playing a key role in the curriculum of the UTC by setting real life work experience projects. Through the projects, students study toward Level 2 and 3 qualifications. The curriculum also includes core GCSEs and A Levels in subjects such as Maths, English and Creative Writing.
Governing Body
Employer partners
Current employer partners published on the UTC website are: