Curriculum

At Waterfront UTC, we specialise in delivering an elite technical education, and our T-Level pathways in Design, Surveying & Planning and Engineering are designed for students who are ready to turn their passion for designing, building, and problem-solving into a successful career. These T-Levels offer a powerful alternative to traditional A-Levels, combining rigorous classroom learning with hands-on industry experience to prepare you for the future -whether that is higher education, a higher-level apprenticeship, or direct entry into the workforce.

We will discuss with you the programme that meets your own individual needs and supports your future progression. Information about our curriculum is available here:

What are T-Levels?

T-Levels are high-quality qualifications developed in partnership with employers to meet real industry needs. Studying a T-Level in Design, Surveying and Planning or Engineering at Waterfront UTC means you will gain the advanced technical skills, theoretical knowledge, and workplace experience that employers are actively looking for. You will be learning from experienced professionals in industry-standard workshops and laboratories, using the same tools, software, and systems that are used on live sites and in modern engineering settings.

What sets T-Levels apart is the 45-day industry placement — giving you the chance to apply what you have learned in the classroom directly into the workplace. You will work with construction firms, civil engineering companies, or mechanical/electrical engineering employers on real projects that matter. These placements are more than just work experience — they are your entry into the professional world, giving you insights, networks, and confidence that will stay with you throughout your career.

Our strong employer links mean you are not just learning about the construction and engineering sectors — you are part of them. We work closely with industry partners who help shape your curriculum, mentor you through your placement, and often go on to offer apprenticeship or employment opportunities after you complete your course. You will graduate not only with a respected qualification, but with real-world experience and a portfolio of work that sets you apart from other school leavers.

Bursaries

Financial support is available to eligible students from the 16 to 19 bursary fund. The fund is intended to support students, aged 16 to 19, in overcoming specific financial barriers to participation so they can remain in education.

There are 2 types of 16 to 19 bursaries:

• Bursaries for defined vulnerable groups; and
• Discretionary bursaries

We use the fund to provide students with support to fund:

• Transport
• Books
• Equipment (Including a laptop which must be returned at the end of the students’ studies)
• Uniform – in line with the 6th form dress code
• Field trips and other course-related costs
• The costs of attending university interviews and open days
• Emergency meal support for individual cases of severe hardship to provide meal support on the days a student attends their study programme. There are no additional checks needed under this point.

In line with the Bursary guidance, the School/Trust will retain 5% of the bursary funding within the schools budget to recoup the administration costs of delivering the policy.

Further information about our bursary fund can be found in our Bursary Policy, linked at the bottom of this page.

Apply

Ready to apply to our Sixth Form? Applications can be made via our online application form below: