Spain Trip with Turing Scheme

A group of BTEC learners from Solihull Sixth Form College have travelled to Seville in Spain to complete work experience, thanks to a government scheme.

The visit is part of the Turing Scheme, which is the UK government’s programme to provide funding for international opportunities in education and training across the world. The BTEC Level 3 courses that the College offers require learners to undertake work placements in both the first and second year of study. By taking advantage of the Turing Scheme, funding was awarded to enable learners to do this placement overseas.

Young people from across our BTEC provision went on the trip, including those studying Applied Science, Business, IT and Sport. Each had a different work placement, with the businesses they were working for including water sports, school camps, farms, IT services, science labs, nurseries, care homes, restaurants and retail.

Vice Principal at the College Janice Hamilton commented:

“The Turing Scheme offers young people a fantastic opportunity to spread their wings, gaining not only valuable experience in the workplace, but also the chance to travel abroad and experience a different culture. Students have learned a lot from their three weeks away and have developed both their confidence and their employability skills.”

As well as working up to 40 hours per week, learners also had some free time to explore Seville, taking in sights such as Plaza de Espana, Cathedral de Seville, Jardines de los Reales Alcazares and the University of Seville. They also took a day trip to Cadiz and to Aqua Magica Water Park.

8 July 2024