Our Curriculum Aims

The curriculum at Mulberry UTC is unique and ambitious. Our offer is focused on preparing students for the most thriving industries, in particular the health sector and creative industries, so they can achieve professional and economic success.

Our offer contains both breadth and depth at KS4 and 5, where students can flourish in both technical and academic subjects. We are our proud that our curriculum is inclusive and ensures success for all, regardless of background.

The Mulberry UTC Charter is our tool for ensuring that the curriculum reaches beyond the classroom and equips students with a wealth of experiences relevant to their career aspirations and interests.

In the classroom, the MUTC Teaching and Learning Framework is our device to ensure that our teachers provide a high quality learning environment where students’ knowledge builds over time, allowing them to understand more complex ideas.

An adult learning environment

MUTC is a bridge between education and industry. As part of their preparation, we want students to understand the professional environment that they are soon to graduate into. Our campus-style learning environment has a professional ethos that nurtures the attitude and behaviour expected in the workplace.

A broad curriculum

Mulberry UTC is an inclusive school. We value all our students and encourage all learners to strive to achieve their potential. The school is committed to making the principles of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) a reality.

To this end all children and young people are entitled to a fully inclusive education within the curriculum that enables them to make progress so that they achieve their best, become confident individuals living fulfilling lives, and make a successful transition into adulthood.

SEND Co-ordinator Sofia Soares SSoares@mulberryschoolstrust.org

Read our full Special Education Needs and Disabilities Information Report and our Accessibility Plan on our policy documents page.

Technical learning from professionals

Every student will take at least one technical qualification in their chosen specialist pathway within the Creative Industries or the Health sector. These qualifications focus on practical and applied learning. This ensures that students learn the industry-specific knowledge and skills which they will need in their future career.

Learning in the workplace

Students will also complete employer-led projects, working alongside prestigious industry partners to solve real-world problems.

If you want to learn more about the pioneering work we’re doing to combine education and industry then please see:

Beyond the classroom

It is important for students to have the chance to have a break from their studies. We provide a wide range of extra-curricular and enrichment activities, including sports activities, so that you can further develop your hobbies and interests and passions.

We hope that most Key Stage 4 students will progress to Level 3 study at the UTC, remaining with us for four years until the end of their Key Stage 5 studies.

Students also have allocated curriculum time for Careers Information, Advice and Guidance, Personal Development (including Relationships and Sex Education) and Physical Education alongside time for enrichment activities.

Core curriculum

Psychology

The aim of the Psychology curriculum at MUTC is to ensure that our young psychologists are equipped with the necessary scientific knowledge, skills and vocabulary to develop a better understanding of themselves and the wider world.

Business

The aim of the Business curriculum at Mulberry UTC is to develop enterprising and aspirational students with strong business acumen. The Business curriculum develops the students’ entrepreneurship and ability to identify business opportunities for future learning and employment.

English

English holds a place of central importance in the KS4 curriculum at MUTC. As a core subject, it is essential for academic progression to level 3 courses and develops students’ literacy, which provides an important foundation for their other subjects.

Sociology

The intent for Sociology at Mulberry UTC is to equip our students to be lifelong learners who have a critical awareness of society and social processes.

Performing Arts

The pursuit of Performing Arts in the unique setting of Mulberry UTC is central to its purpose and mission as a vehicle for vocational learning and progression towards the professional world.

Health

We develop compassionate, competent, and confident healthcare experts who are prepared to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Our curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and understanding necessary to pursue a career in a range of health and social care settings.

Science

The science curriculum at Mulberry UTC is designed to foster a curiosity about the world. We aim to support students in answering questions about the universe and to acquire the necessary knowledge to be able to solve current and future problems.

Religious Education

The intent for RE at Mulberry UTC is to inspire our students to be inclusive and analytical individuals who show appreciate and respect towards everyone.

Religious Education

The intent for RE at Mulberry UTC is to inspire our students to be inclusive and analytical individuals who show appreciate and respect towards everyone.

Creative and digital media

Performing arts

Health and Social Care

Business Studies

KS5 Curriculum Guide

As students move into the Sixth Form they will make choices about their specialist subjects based on their interests, their strengths and their future career plans. The curriculum offered at Mulberry UTC enables Key Stage 5 students to combine academic, technical and vocational qualifications, giving students to opportunity to stretch and challenge themselves as they prepare for university, apprenticeships and the world of work.

Find out more about the Careers Education, Advice & guidance and the PSHE curriculum for Key Stage 5 students.

Level 3

To join Level 3, students must have at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths. You must have at least the equivalent of a GCSE grade 5 in any subject you wish to continue to study at Level 3.

Technical curriculum

• Business

• Digital Media

• Health and Social Care

• Performing and Production Arts

• Applied Science

• T Level in Health (Adult Nursing Specialism)

• Media Broadcast and Production (Live Event and Venue Technician)

A-level offer

• Biology

• Chemistry

• English Literature 

• Maths

• Psychology

• Sociology

• Film Studies

Level 2

To join Level 2, students must have at least 5 GCSEs at grade 2 or above including English and Maths. If you do not have at least a grade 4 in English and/or Maths GCSE or equivalent, you will be required to retake it.

Students joining Level 2 will follow a one-year full time programme of study which prepares them to progress to Level 3 study, apprenticeship or skilled employment.  

Technical curriculum

• Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

• Level 2 Diploma in Digital Media

All Level 2 and 3 students also have allocated lesson time for Careers Information, Advice and Guidance, Personal Development (including Relationships and Sex Education), Religious Education and Physical Education, alongside time for independent study and enrichment activities.

A Levels

16-19 Programme of study

A Levels

Art & Design

 Digital & Computing

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