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The official launch event was held at ENL UTC on Friday 31st January in which Sir Nic Dakin MP delivered a keynote speech.

He said: “Boosting Britain skills is key ambition for the government, we can’t deliver the growth the country needs without investing in skills and what we are witnessing here today is that investment in action. It’s great to see how the ENL UTC has matured to fit into the local education landscape as it approaches its 10th year.

Students are attracted to this UTC because of the unique courses such as the T-Levels that are being invested in and I’ve spoken to many of the students here today and their enthusiasm and their passion for the courses they’re doing and their regard and respect for the work that the teaching and support team are doing here with them, plus the connections with local companies comes across in every one of the conversations I’ve had.

 The £1.6 million investment in this UTC here in Scunthorpe, at the heart of North Lincolnshire, is a direct investment in our young people to develop and deliver the skills to drive growth, the skills to build our future homes, the skills to deliver our energy security, the skills we need to get the NHS back its feet. What staff and students are doing here is exactly what investment in the future looks like.

 These T-Levels in Engineering, Design and Healthcare Science are exactly what our area needs. I know that because of the way great local companies like RWE, Orsted, Philips 66 and the Care Plus Group are fully committed to working with the UTC to support this initiative.”

Principal Anesta McCullagh said “We are excited to announce the launch of its new T-Level courses, marking a major milestone in advancing technical education in the region. These nationally recognised qualifications, which started in September 2024, will provide students with an exceptional blend of classroom learning and hands-on industry experience, empowering them to pursue careers in Engineering & Healthcare Sciences.”

The new T-Level qualifications, developed in collaboration with industry professionals and local employers, are designed to equip students with the practical skills, knowledge, and expertise required to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving engineering & healthcare sector. Phillips 66 and Care Plus Group have developed an innovative approach to T Levels with 105 hours on placement in their industries before moving on to a second placement. This approach is being adopted by companies nationwide.

“This is a truly exciting development for the future of young people in Northern Lincolnshire,” said Anesta McCullagh, Principal of Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire. “By offering these new T-Level qualifications, we are bridging the gap between education and industry. Students will not only gain technical knowledge but will also have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through work placements and partnerships with leading local employers.”

T-Level qualifications are equivalent to three A-levels and focus on technical and vocational learning, offering a more hands-on approach to education. As part of the Engineering UTC’s commitment to industry-driven education, students will benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, expert teaching staff, and partnerships with key players in the engineering and manufacturing sectors.

The launch of the T-Level courses is a key part of the UTC’s mission to provide high-quality education that meets the needs of local businesses while offering students a clear route to further study, apprenticeships, and careers in engineering.

Interested students and parents can find more information about the new T-Level courses on the Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire website, www.enlutc.co.uk. The next open event will take place on Thursday 27^th February 2025. Tickets for the event can be booked at www.enlutc.co.uk/events.