Last updated: 8 February 2024

Next review: 8 February 2025

University Technical Colleges (UTCs) / Studio Schools

UTCs are set up by universities and businesses and admit pupils in Year 10. As well as a regular GCSE curriculum, they specialise in one or two technical subjects.

Find out more about University technical colleges (UTCs) website

Employers are involved in Studio Schools too. These help young people develop employment skills, through personal coaching and work experience. They also offer a typical secondary curriculum.

List of schools in the London area that admit pupils into Year 10 (PDF)