University Officers' Training Corps

No commitment to join the Army after university

Be more than your degree

The Universities Officers’ Training Corps (UOTC) is a unique place where students from all walks of life thrive, having exciting and rewarding experiences and make friends for life. As a member of the UOTC you will have amazing adventures, develop transferable skills, sporting opportunties and a great social life.

You can do all of this alongside your studies, with the added bonus of being paid! As a member of the UOTC you have no commitment to a career in the Army after university.

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What we do

University students who join the University Officers' Training Corps will have the opportunity to undertake Reserve Officer training modules designed to fit around their degrees. This will teach you everything from how to wear a uniform correctly to the ability to lead others in stressful situations. The UOTC provides a standard of experience and training that is well respected within the Army, and highly sought after by numerous civilian employers.

The UOTC also develops leadership through Sport and Adventurous Training. Each unit has teams for most major sports and in Adventurous Training, you can experience everything from kayaking to rock climbing.

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Why Join?

At university you need an opportunity. Internationally recognised leadership training on your CV will set you above the crowd in the eyes of employers and propel your career after graduation.

Alongside all this you will be undertaking amazing expeditions around the globe with your mates whilst being paid. All UOTC activities are designed to fit around your studies, which will always take priority. Like any other university society, every unit holds regular social events. These can anything from formal society balls to fancy dress nights!

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What Will We Give You

Friends for Life – A society built around its members, you will make friends for life, share unique experiences, travel and have fun.

Rewarding Experiences – This is a place to thrive. The UOTC is a unique opportunity at university that offers adventurous experiences, sports, Basic Army Officer Training and social events. It is a place to have fun and get paid for your participation. You can do as much or as little as you like!

Transferable Skills – Develop and improve your employability skills as an effective leader,  a creative thinker and a confident problem solver. Work in a team and have fun. Whilst we offer a route to a career as an Army Officer there is no obligation or commitment to a career in the Army after you graduate.

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ARMY BURSARY

After experiencing the camaraderie and wealth of opportunity that being part of the UOTC brings, you might decide a career in the Army is for you.

There are a number of Army Officer bursaries available to support you through university, helping you to reach your full potential.

You could be eligible for a bursary of up to £25,000 or £75,000 if you are a medical student.

Click below to find out more!

Bursaries and Scholarships

How to apply

  1. Step 1

    Find your nearest UOTC and get in contact through their page or at your Freshers' Fair

  2. Step 2

    Complete the application process and medical

  3. Step 3

    Start training!

     

Our Locations

  • Aberdeen

    Address: Gordon Barracks, Ellen road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB238DB Contact: 07718882926

  • Belfast

    Address: Tyrone House, 83 Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 6SG Contact:  07824 607567

  • Birmingham

    Address: Montgomery House, Stoney Lane, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B12 8AT Contact: 0121 449 3741

  • Bristol

    Address: The Artillery Grounds, Whiteladies Road, Bristol, BS8 2LG Contact: 01985 223800

  • Cambridge

    Address: Army Reserve Centre, Coldham's Lane,Cambridge,CB1 3HS Contact: 01223 247818

  • East Midlands

    Address: Army Reserve Centre, Broadgate Beeston, Nottingham,NG9 2HF Contact: 0115 968 3820

  • Edinburgh

    Duke of Edinburgh House,301 Colinton Road, Edinburgh EH13 0LA Contact: 0131 310 5443/5468

  • Exeter

    Exeter UOTC, Wyvern Barracks, EXETER, Devon, EX2 6AR Tel: 01392 492452 Email: [email protected]

  • Glasgow and Strathclyde

    95 University Place, GLASGOW G12 8SU Contact: 0141 339 6611

  • Leeds (Headquarters)

    Carlton Barracks, Leeds LS7 1HE Contact: 01904 668724

  • Leeds (York Detachment)

    Worsley Barracks, Fulford Road, York YO10 4EB Contact: 01904 668724

  • Liverpool

    Liverpool detachment: Crawford Hall, Mather Avenue, Allerton, Liverpool L18 6HF Contact: 0151 729 2030

  • Lancaster

    Lancaster detachment: Alexandra Barracks, Caton Road, Lancaster LA1 3NY Contact: 0151 729 2030

  • London

    Yeomanry House, Handel Street, LONDON, WC1N 1NP Contact: 0207 414 3880

  • Canterbury

    Canterbury Detachment: Leros Barracks, Sturry Road, CANTERBURY CT1 1HR Contact: 0207 414 3880

  • Manchester and Salford

    University Barracks, Boundary Lane, Manchester M15 6DH Contact: 0161 255 3287

  • Northumbrian

    St Cuthberts Keep, Holland Drive, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE2 4LD Contact: 0191 239 5328

  • Oxford

    Falklands House, Oxpens Road Oxford, OX1 1RX Contact: 01865 255341

  • Sheffield

    Somme Barracks, Glossop Road, Sheffield S10 2HU Contact: 0114 2526315

  • Southampton

    32 Carlton Place, Southampton SO15 2DX Contact: 023 8033 2211 / 8022 1581

  • Tayforth - St Andrews

    Wyvern House, City Road, St Andrews KY16 9HW Contact: 01382 225981

  • Tayforth - Dundee

    16 Park Wynd, Dundee, DD1 5HG Contact: 01382 225981

  • Tayforth - Stirling

    Meadowforth Road, Stirling, FK7 7SD Contact: 01382 225981

  • Wales - Aberystwyth

    Army Reserve Centre, Boulevard Street, Brieuc, Aberystwyth, SY23 1PH Contact: 029 20726183

  • Wales - Bangor

    The Barracks, Llanberis Road, Caernarfon, LL55 2DD Contact: 029 20726183

  • Wales - Swansea

    Army Reserve Centre, John Chard VC House, Glamorgan Street, Swansea, SA1 3SY Contact: 029 20726183

  • Wales - Cardiff

    Ty Richard Wain VC, Maindy Barracks, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 3YE Contact: 029 20726183

  • Yorkshire Officer Training Regiment

    Yorkshire Officers’ Training Regiment, Carlton Barracks, Calton Gate, Leeds LS7 1HE Contact: (01904) 66 8624

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