UTC Swindon Given the Go-Ahead

UTC are delighted to confirm that the Department for Education (DfE) have officially given them the green light.

This important development formalises the contract between UTC Swindon and the Government to run the state-funded engineering academy.

The educational institution will now be able to enrol students ahead of its official opening in September 2014.

Paul Holmes, Automation and Mechanical Design Manager for Johnson Matthey Fuel Cells and UTC Swindon Director said: “This announcement is a historic moment for UTC Swindon and represents the final approval from the Department for Education to progress to opening. UTC Swindon will be an innovative new educational facility in engineering and technology, set in a stunning building design, carefully blended in an historic setting.

Paul Inman, Pro-Vice Chancellor for Oxford Brookes University and UTC Swindon Director, added: “We have reached a significant milestone in our journey towards producing the next generation of highly-skilled engineers.

“Importantly, construction can now begin and we are extremely grateful to Network Rail for the opportunity to site the building on the original Great Western Works. Those attending UTC Swindon will have the chance to build on this legacy and we look forward to welcoming our first students in September 2014.”

UTC Swindon will be constructed right in the heart of the town’s rich engineering heritage with the The Railway Works being transformed into a state-of-the-art high tech college campus where students will be able to study engineering in a modern, clean industrial environment.

The architects have blended design ideas from the 19th Century heritage of railway engineering with forward looking 21st century designs. 

The UTC Swindon team is attending many large events throughout the summer, sharing information about the University Technical College which opens in September 2014. Would-be students can apply now by calling 07990 601516 or by visiting www.utcswindon.co.uk.