T Levels: Industry Workshop - Engineering and Manufacturing & Health and Science - Advanced Therapies: Cell & Gene Science and Manufacturing Innovation
20 January 2026: 3pm
Join Bernice Wright and Kate Barclay and discover the future of science manufacturing in this dynamic session designed for T Level Science and Engineering educators.
Explore the transformative world of advanced therapies, cutting-edge laboratory practices, and the evolving technologies shaping modern manufacturing. Gain insights into industry standards, innovation trends, and real career journeys that highlight the diverse pathways available in this fast-growing sector.
This session is perfect for educators looking to enrich their curriculum with real-world relevance and emerging scientific developments.
This workshop will explore, including curriculum objectives:
introduction to cell and gene therapies (e.g. Huntington’s, Cell & Gene Therapies, rare diseases, Type 1 diabetes, gene editing) Science: B1, B2, & K1 and Engineering: K1-3, K5, & A1-2
the purpose of laboratory techniques used in the science manufacturing environment (Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product specific) Science: K1.54 and Engineering: K6, K7, & S1, K4, S2 & K6, S3
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) – ATMP specific Science: A3 & A4, S1 & S3 and Engineering: A3, S4, & K9, A4, CS1 & A3, S5
innovation & technology in manufacturing (e.g. Digital/Automation, use of AI for manufacturing gene & cell therapies)
for Science: A2 & A9, CS4 & CS5, K2 & S2 and Engineering: A2, CS4 & K10, CS5, K8 & K7, CS4
career Pathways – Case Studies of Apprentices, Upskilling, Cross-skilling Science: A1 & A2, CS3 & CS7 and Engineering: A1, A2, CS3 & CS7.
ABOUT WORKSHOP LEADS
Meet the speakers: Dr Bernice Wright is a Lecturer on UCL’s MSc in Manufacture and Commercialisation of Stem Cell and Gene Therapies, and a Co-investigator in the RESILIENCE UK Medicines Manufacturing Skills Centre of Excellence within UCL Biochemical Engineering. Her research focuses on developing standardised bioprocess platforms for cell secretome extracellular vesicles used in therapeutics and diagnostics. She leads STEM Outreach for RESILIENCE, creating innovative teaching materials for learners from GCSE to postgraduate level, and designs CPD lab courses to support industry graduates with career transitions.
Kate is a seasoned Biochemical Engineer with over 30 years’ experience in global medicines manufacturing across pharma and biotech. She collaborates with employers and providers to build specialist STEM skills and early talent, leads workforce policy for the Bioindustry Association, and delivers training for RESILIENCE. She chairs Scientific Advisory Boards for several Doctoral Training Centres and advises national bodies including IfATE (as a former Non-Executive Director), the UK Institute for Technical Skills & Strategy, and North Hertfordshire College. Kate was awarded an MBE for her contributions to education and skills, particularly in shaping vocational pathways across sectors.
This live event is delivered via Zoom.