Shireland Biomedical Utc

Shireland Biomedical UTC Sixth Form will be exhibiting at the Connexions Sandwell New Year New Start Careers Fair on Saturday 1 February 2025, 9.30am-2.00pm, at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich, B71 4LF.This free careers fair, the largest of its kind in the Black Country, is designed for young people aged 14-25. With over 50 exhibitors, including colleges, universities, and local employers, it offers an excellent opportunity to explore a wide range of educational and career pathways.Specialising in health and medical sciences, Shireland Biomedical UTC Sixth Form offers a unique mix of academic and vocational courses designed to meet the needs and aspirations of its students. Focusing on preparing young people for higher education, apprenticeships, and professional careers, the Academy combines academic excellence with personalised pastoral care, expert career guidance, and a range of extracurricular programmes. These opportunities help students develop the essential skills, confidence, and resilience needed to stand out in a competitive job market and succeed in life beyond sixth form.Visitors to the fair will also have the chance to learn about the sixth form’s state-of-the-art facilities, including a mock hospital ward and immersive learning space. These resources provide students with opportunities to apply classroom theory in real-world contexts, helping them build the practical experience, skills, and confidence needed for future success.The Academy’s collaborations with leading institutions, such as Birmingham City University and local healthcare providers, offer students valuable exposure to their chosen fields. These partnerships help bridge the gap between academia and industry, giving students hands-on learning experiences, career progression opportunities, and essential networking platforms.The Connexions Sandwell New Year New Start Careers Fair is the perfect opportunity to meet Shireland Biomedical UTC Sixth Form representatives and learn more about the Academy’s unique post-16 offerings. Whether students are just beginning their research or finalising their choices for September 2025, the Academy team will be available to offer advice and answer any questions.For more information and to secure a place at the event, visit the Connexions Sandwell website.Learn more about Shireland Biomedical UTC Sixth Form and apply for September 2025 or book a tour, visit Sixth Form – Shireland Biomedical UTC

Shireland Biomedical UTC Sixth Form is excited to announce its upcoming open event on Tuesday 27 January 2026, 4.30pm - 6.00pm for prospective students and their parents. This will include a Principal talk at 5.00pm. Shireland Biomedical UTC is proud to be the UK’s first University Technical College (UTC) specialising in the medical sciences. We offer a distinctive education that seamlessly integrates the best of academic knowledge with practical experience.Our sixth form offers a broad range of A level and vocational courses designed to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of our students. With unique facilities, including mock hospital ward and immersive learning space, we bring students’ education to life by applying it to real-world context, fostering a supportive and innovative environment that enriches their learning experience.Through partnerships with leading employers and institutions like Birmingham City University, our students also gain invaluable industry exposure, including work experience, employer-based projects and comprehensive career guidance. This ensures that our learners develop the skills and connections needed for success, whether they choose to pursue university degrees, apprenticeships or direct employment.During this event, families will have the opportunity to tour the Academy’s state-of-the-art facilities, explore our broad curriculum and meet with the Academy’s teaching staff and leadership team. They will also gain a comprehensive insight about student life at sixth form, equipping them with the information needed to make an informed decision about their post-16 education.To find out more about Shireland Biomedical UTC Sixth Form and our open event, please call 0121 828 1123, email Sixthform@sbu.shirelandcat.net or visit the website.