City College 2020/21 Full-Time Prospectus

Entry requirements Example trips & activities ESOL English for Speakers of Other Languages Ice-skating in Winchester We will give you a test to check your A cultural/historical visit (e.g. English language level. We will review Stonehenge) any exam results you have to advise you Trips around Southampton (e.g. on the right course. art gallery and city walls) Summer BBQ Where next? ÒÒ Once you have completed Key facts Duration: 1 to 2 years your course you can move on to the next level of study. This can lead on to GCSEs, A-levels, technical courses and then on to university or work. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 51

FORENSIC & CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION Do you want a career investigating crime in the police force, forensic science or legal professions? If so studying Forensic & Criminal Investigation is for you. Criminology is a forensic science which analyses the reasons why individuals commit crimes. Assisting in a criminal enquiry or piecing together the jigsaw of a complex crime scene is a challenging profession but, at the same time, hugely rewarding knowing that your skills and knowledge could help to solve the puzzle in an important crime investigation. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities ÒÒ Science laboratory Forensic Scientist ÒÒ External site for salary £20,000 – £48,000+ forensic investigation Forensic Scientists use a range of techniques to find ÒÒ Fingerprinting equipment and study evidence from crime scenes, such as blood, ÒÒ Modern classrooms with hairs, textile fibres, glass fragments and tyre marks. computer facilities Scenes of Crime Officer salary £16,000 – £35,000+ Scenes of Crime Officers are responsible for preserving and protecting crime scenes to ensure all evidence available is captured. They are also responsible for finding and recovering evidence and recording it. Forensic Toxicologist salary £20,000 – £75,000+ Forensic Toxicologists are scientists responsible for testing bodily fluids and tissue samples during autopsies looking for the presence of chemicals. 52

Industry Expert Tutor: Forensic & Criminal Investigation Kelly Jones “ Kelly has an extensive background in forensics, having studied and simultaneously worked in 53 forensic anthropology for over 6 years. She specialises in forensic archaeology with a majority of her experience being analysing prehistoric remains from museums and dig sites. Student Success: Faith Adam-Wright At City College: Forensic & Criminal Investigation Now: Second year of Level 3 Forensic & Criminal Investigation “This course is really inspiring and covers a variety of interesting topics. The tutor is fantastic and really adds to the college experience. The skills I have learnt so far have been second to none, I can’t wait to learn more next year. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

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Forensic & Criminal Key facts Investigation Extended Diploma Level 3 Duration: 2 years This course is perfect if you enjoy all things Course assessed by science-related and have a particular interest in the reasons behind criminal behaviour and how Coursework/practical Exam crime scenes are investigated. 55% 45% Earn up to 168 UCAS points# You will complete a series of assignments GUARANTEED Forensic & Criminal Investigation and challenging investigations which utilise techniques used by crime scene investigators interview with and forensic scientists including collecting and Solent University analysing evidence from crime scenes. Entry requirements What will you learn? 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above Year 1 (including English, maths and ÒÒ Principles and applications of science science) ÒÒ Practical scientific procedures and techniques ÒÒ Science investigation skills Where next? ÒÒ Forensic investigation procedures in practice ÒÒ Degree at university Optional units available: ÒÒ Physiology of body systems e.g. Forensic Science, ÒÒ Environmental forensics in crime Forensic Psychology, Criminology & Year 2 Psychology, Policing & ÒÒ Applications of criminology Criminal Investigation, ÒÒ Criminal investigation procedures in practice Forensic Science & ÒÒ Criminal and forensic psychology Criminal Investigation, Optional units available: and Criminology ÒÒ Forensic anthropology and archaeology ÒÒ Higher apprenticeships ÒÒ Forensic photography ÒÒ Forensic fire investigation Example trips & activities ÒÒ Forensic traffic collision investigation Guest speakers Work experience External careers events Industry week activities #Based on Distinction grades 55 APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

FOUNDATION LEARNING City Horizons Vocational Studies Entry 3 or Level 1 This course is designed to give you a broad introduction to a variety of vocational areas and includes maths and English. Our City Horizons courses can be started throughout the academic year. What will you learn? The course will also include a taster in ÒÒ Team work one or more of the below areas ÒÒ Research skills ÒÒ Art & Design ÒÒ Office based and sport activities ÒÒ Construction ÒÒ Presentation skills ÒÒ Early Years ÒÒ Career progression ÒÒ Engineering ÒÒ Customer service ÒÒ Hairdressing & Beauty ÒÒ Professionalism in the workplace ÒÒ Hospitality ÒÒ Planning and organising skills ÒÒ IT ÒÒ Developing personal skills ÒÒ Media ÒÒ Motor Vehicle for leadership ÒÒ Introduction to healthy eating ÒÒ Personal skills for public services ÒÒ Customer service in travel and tourism 56

Where next? Foundation Learning When you are ready you can move into Key facts a vocational course at college or Extended Certificate into work. Duration: 1 year Course assessed by Example trips & activities Trip to Oxygen Freejumping Coursework/practical Guest speakers 100% Industry talks and visits Trip to a law court Entry requirements A GCSE qualification is not required. On arrival you will complete an initial assessment to see which level you are working at. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 57

FOUNDATION LEARNING Life & Living Skills Entry 2 or 3 Our Life and Living courses support students with learning difficulties and disabilities who would like to develop their personal and social development skills as well as their work skills. The courses are delivered by a dedicated team of specialist and experienced staff. We offer study programmes which help students develop maths, English, ICT as well as life, personal and communication skills. These courses offer practical and classroom based activities as well as supported trips, visits and work experience to help develop independent living skills. This course is suitable for students with moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities who want to develop their life, personal and communication skills. What will you learn? ÒÒ Personal skills ÒÒ Cooking ÒÒ Emotional wellbeing ÒÒ Shopping ÒÒ ICT ÒÒ Life skills ÒÒ Leisure time ÒÒ Community responsibilities ÒÒ Communication ÒÒ Recycling ÒÒ Enterprise ÒÒ Art ÒÒ Maths and English ÒÒ Healthy lifestyles ÒÒ Preparation for work ÒÒ Office skills 58

Where next? Foundation Learning ÒÒ On completion you may be able to Key facts Extended Certificate move onto the next level of these Duration: 1 year courses if appropriate or to the full Course assessed by cost leisure course at City College ÒÒ Supported internship Coursework/practical 100% Example trips & activities Library Entry requirements Art gallery Students will be invited to interview after making an application online or in person. Shopping for cookery ingredients If possible you should bring your transition plan from school along with you or bring Sporting activities your personal advisor along with an EHCP/ S139a. Meal out Trips around local community APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 59

FOUNDATION LEARNING Supported Internship Entry Level Are you aged 16–24? Do you have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)? Do you want to move into paid employment? If so, our supported internship programme may be the next step for you. The supported internship enables young people with an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) to combine a work placement with a work skills programme at college along with developing their maths and English skills. The programme is designed to assist those with physical or learning difficulties to achieve regular paid employment by giving them the skills they need through learning in the workplace. What will you learn? ÒÒ Developing confidence at work ÒÒ Improving work skills ÒÒ Building up experience for a CV ÒÒ Completing a range of work through completing a work placement ready qualifications ÒÒ Identifying your strengths and ÒÒ Improving your English and developing new skills ÒÒ Developing skills valued maths skills by employers 60

Key facts Will I get paid? Foundation Learning Supported Internship Supported internships are unpaid, Duration: 1 year but equip you with the skills that Course assessed by employers need in order for you to move on to paid employment. You Coursework/practical will gain valuable experience in the 100% workplace, develop your strengths, improve your maths, English and Entry requirements overall employability. Anyone aged 16–24 with an Education, Where next? Health and Care Plan who wants to build Regular paid employment confidence in entering a workplace can do a supported internship. The main requirement is that you want to work and that your long term goal is to enter paid employment. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 61

HAIRDRESSING & BARBERING Are you passionate about style, love hair and working with people? A career in this industry is ideal if you are creative, have good attention to detail, are hardworking and enjoy working with people. It is also a career that could take you almost anywhere you want in the world. You will learn from our industry experienced staff in our fully-equipped hair salon, Kudos, to give you excellent training and experience of working with real paying customers. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities ÒÒ State-of-the-art purpose built Salon Manager salary £18,000 – £36,000 salons with modern equipment ÒÒ Barbering chairs They build and maintain the business with high customer ÒÒ Towel heaters which allow for satisfaction and creative innovation. They may oversee staff education, product sales and human resources. the full shave service ÒÒ Roller ball accelerators Hair Stylist ÒÒ Full range of curling and salary £16,000 – £30,000 waving equipment They use a range of techniques to provide clients with ÒÒ Foil making machine the desired colour, texture and shape they want for their hair. They may also work with Afro-Caribbean hair or wig fitting. Barber salary £16,000 – £30,000 Cut, trim and style hair for primarily male clients. Most barbers also provide facial hair maintenance, custom shaves and other men’s grooming services. 62

Industry Expert Tutor: Hairdressing & Barbering Julie Burrows “ Julie has extensive knowledge of the hair industry due to working for global hairdressing company Toni & Guy in London for more than a decade. During her time there Julie took charge of training junior staff – it is this unique experience that enables her to provide innovative lessons. Student Success: Rhiannon Staples At City College: Level 2 Hairdressing Now: Level 3 Apprenticeship with Browns Hair Lounge “ I loved studying here, we learnt a wide range of skills and the facilities were incredible. The Kudos Salon provided me with real industry experience and clients to work with, which really helped to improve my confidence. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 63

Hairdressing Key facts Diploma Level 3 Duration: 1 year This course will develop your skills and knowledge in advanced cutting, styling and Course assessed by colouring techniques. It will also build on your customer service and health and safety skills Coursework/practical Exam required to work in the industry. The course is a combination of practical work in our commercial 70% 30% salon as well as classroom based theory lessons. Earn up to 56 UCAS points# Hairdressing & Barbering Entry requirements Level 2 Technical Diploma in Hairdressing (including GCSE English and maths grade 4/C or above) What will you learn? Where next? ÒÒ Consultation support for colleagues on ÒÒ Enter employment in hair services commercial salons, ÒÒ Cut women’s hair to create a variety of looks destination/day spas, ÒÒ Style and dress hair using a variety cruise ships, theatres, airlines or hotel chains of techniques ÒÒ Start your own ÒÒ Colour hair to create a variety of looks hairdressing business ÒÒ Creative hairdressing design skills ÒÒ Degree at university ÒÒ Monitor and maintain health and safety ÒÒ Level 3 Make-Up practice in the salon Example trips & activities Guest speakers Entry to industry competitions Industry week activities Work experience #Based on Distinction grades 64

Hairdressing Key facts Diploma Level 2 Duration: 1 or 2 years Course assessed by The first year of this course is a great introduction Coursework/practical Exam to the hair and beauty sector. In the second year you will specialise in hairdressing with a 75% 25% combination of practical and theory based topics to give you a range of skills required for working Entry requirements Hairdressing & Barbering in the industry. Direct entry to year 2 What will you learn? 4 GCSEs grade 4/C or above Year 1 (including English and maths, ÒÒ Shampoo and condition the hair science is also preferred) ÒÒ Styling men’s hair OR ÒÒ Plaiting and twisting hair Level 1 Diploma in Hair or ÒÒ Create a hair and beauty image Beauty (including level 1 ÒÒ Salon reception duties functional skills) ÒÒ Working with others in the hair and Entry to year 1 beauty sector GCSEs grade 2/E or above ÒÒ The art of dressing hair OR ÒÒ The art of colouring hair Entry level certificate ÒÒ Health and safety in the salon Year 2 Where next? ÒÒ Client consultation for hair services ÒÒ Level 3 Hairdressing ÒÒ Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp ÒÒ Level 3 Make-Up ÒÒ Promote products and services to clients ÒÒ Advanced Apprenticeship in a salon in Hairdressing ÒÒ Cut women’s hair ÒÒ Intermediate ÒÒ Colour and lighten hair ÒÒ Cut men’s hair Apprenticeship ÒÒ Styling men’s hair in Barbering ÒÒ The art of dressing hair ÒÒ Create an image based on a theme within Example trips & activities the hair and beauty industry Guest speakers ÒÒ Health and safety in the salon Entry to industry competitions Industry week activities Work experience APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 65

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Barbering Key facts Diploma Level 2 Duration: 1 year This course will give you the skills to be confident in cutting men’s hair and facial hair. The course Course assessed by is a combination of practical work in our commercial salon as well as classroom based Coursework/practical Exam theory lessons. 70% 30% Entry requirements Hairdressing & Barbering 4 GCSEs grades 3/D or above (including English and maths, science is also preferred) OR Level 2 Foundation Diploma in Hair or Beauty (including GCSE English and maths grade 3/D or above) What will you learn? Where next? ÒÒ Advise and consult with clients ÒÒ Enter employment in ÒÒ Shampoo, condition and treat the hair commercial barbers, and scalp destination/day spas, ÒÒ Develop and maintain your effectiveness cruise ships, theatres, airlines or hotel chains at work ÒÒ Advanced Apprenticeship ÒÒ Cut men’s hair in Barbering or ÒÒ Cut facial hair to shape Hairdressing ÒÒ Dry and finish men’s hair ÒÒ Create basic outlines and detailing in the hair Example trips & activities ÒÒ Fulfil salon reception duties ÒÒ Assist with shaving services Guest speakers Entry to industry competitions Industry week activities Work experience #Based on Distinction grades 67 APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE If you care about people and want to make a difference to people’s lives then this could be the right choice for you. Our Health & Social Care courses provide you with an excellent stepping stone to a career as a nurse, midwife, paramedic, care worker and a wealth of other health and care professions. You will study a wide range of topics that have a variety of practical activities and theory based learning. You will also spend one day a week working in a health care setting to give you valuable work experience. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities ÒÒ Science laboratory Midwife ÒÒ Fully equipped computer suite salary £24,000 – £48,000 Classrooms with: Provide women with care and advice during their ÒÒ Anatomical models pregnancy. Monitor and check babies during the birth ÒÒ Practical demonstration area and help to deliver the baby. Social Worker salary £24,000 – £40,000 Provide advice and support to vulnerable individuals and families, helping these people to get access to the services they need to improve their situation and well-being. Paramedic salary £24,000 – £38,000 You’ll deal with a range of situations, from minor wounds and substance misuse to serious injuries from fires and major road, rail and industrial accidents. 68

Industry Expert Tutor: Health & Social Care Rob Miller “ Rob got into teaching through his army career. He worked as an Advance Emergency Medical 69 Technician within the Army for 15 years and from a civilian capacity for 9 years. Before coming to City College Rob also worked as a training consultant and in teaching within Further Education. Student Success: Asma Zarif At City College: Level 3 Health & Social Care Now: BSc Adult Nursing at University of Southampton “ My course was a great foundation for progressing to a degree at university and for my future career. It provided me with the knowledge and experience I needed and the support from my tutors was brilliant. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Health & Key facts Social Care Extended Diploma Level 3 Duration: 2 years If you would like a career as a nurse, midwife, Course assessed by paramedic, care worker and a wealth of other health and care professions this is the course Coursework/practical Exam for you. 70% 30% Throughout the course you will complete a weekly work placement giving you excellent Earn up to 168 UCAS first-hand experience of working in the health points# and care industry. GUARANTEED What will you learn? Year 1 interview with ÒÒ Human life span and development Solent University ÒÒ Working in health and social care Health & Social Care ÒÒ Meeting individual needs Entry requirements ÒÒ Principles of safe practice ÒÒ Psychological perspectives 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above ÒÒ Work placement (including English, maths Year 2 and science) ÒÒ Anatomy and physiology OR ÒÒ Work experience in health and social care Level 2 in Health & Social Care ÒÒ Promoting public health or Early Years ÒÒ Enquiries into current research AND ÒÒ Caring for individuals with dementia Level 2 Functional Skills in ÒÒ Supporting individual needs English and maths ÒÒ Assessing children’s development needs ÒÒ Sociological perspectives Where next? ÒÒ Work placement ÒÒ Degree at university ÒÒ Higher Apprenticeship ÒÒ Enter employment Example trips & activities Guest speakers Work experience External careers events Industry week activities Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required # Based on A* grade 70

Health & Key facts Health & Social Care Social Care Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years Level 2 Course assessed by The first year of this course is a great introduction Coursework/practical to healthcare, social care and early years. In the 100% second year you will specialise in health and social care with a combination of practical and Entry requirements theory based topics to give you a range of skills required for working in the health and Direct entry to year 2 care industry. 4 GCSEs grade 3/D or above (including English, maths Throughout the course you will complete a and science) weekly work placement giving you excellent OR first-hand experience of working in the health Level 1 Diploma in Health & and care industry. Social Care or Early Years (with level 1 functional skills) What will you learn? Entry to year 1 Year 1 GCSEs grade 2/E or above ÒÒ The services and roles available for a career OR Entry level certificate in health, social care and early year’s sectors ÒÒ Health and safety Where next? ÒÒ Communication skills ÒÒ Level 3 Extended ÒÒ Healthy eating ÒÒ The values of working with children and Diploma in Health & Social Care vulnerable groups ÒÒ Advanced Apprenticeship Year 2 in Health & Social Care ÒÒ Communications ÒÒ Enter employment ÒÒ Individual rights and needs ÒÒ Ensuring safe environments Example trips & activities ÒÒ Cultural diversity Guest speakers ÒÒ Anatomy and physiology ÒÒ Creative and therapeutic activities Work experience ÒÒ Health and social care services ÒÒ Diet and nutrition External careers events ÒÒ Safeguarding ÒÒ Work placement Industry week activities Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required 71 APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

HOSPITALITY & CATERING As this industry continues to grow, well trained chefs, food service staff and hotel staff are highly sought after around the world. If you have a passion for working in these service industries we can help you achieve your ambition. At City College we will teach you high-level skills and techniques in our modern commercial kitchens, you will also learn and work in our fine dining restaurant serving the general public and taught by our industry experienced tutors. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities ÒÒ Two modern training kitchens Waiter/Waitress salary £16,000 – £25,000 ÒÒ Modern commercial kitchen Waiters and Waitresses prepare tables, greet ÒÒ Fine dining commercial customers, take orders, advise on menu choices, serve meals and deal with payments. restaurant, Aspire Chef ÒÒ Barista coffee equipment salary £16,000 – £50,000 Chefs prepare food using a variety of cooking methods and often work as part of a team. You will need to have a keen interest in food and cooking. Restaurant Manager salary £18,000 – £40,000 Restaurant managers oversee their venues and make sure customers are satisfied with the food and service. 72

Industry Expert Tutor: Hospitality & Catering Simon Hart “ Simon began his 20 years in the catering industry with an apprenticeship at age 17. Throughout his 73 rewarding career he has prospered and gained experience in most aspects of hospitality, from event catering to fine dining to even running his own restaurant for several years. Student Success: Colette Holleran At City College: Level 3 Hospitality & Catering Now: Working at Lainston House Hotel as part of the Exclusive Chef’s Academy “This course was very hands-on which helped me gain confidence in my cooking. The tutors were fantastic and, with their experience, I really felt like I was gaining vital industry information. This course really gave me the chance to define my career. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Professional Key facts Cookery Diploma Duration: 1 year Level 3 Course assessed by Learn the skills to cook in the catering and food Coursework/practical industry as a professional Chef. You will learn in 100% our industry-standard training kitchens which serve our fine dining Aspire restaurant. This will Entry requirements give you the essential experience that employers look for when recruiting in the industry. Level 2 in Hospitality & Catering (including Level 2 functional Hospitality & Catering skills or GCSE English and maths grade 4/C or above) AND Preferably you are working in the industry What will you learn? Where next? ÒÒ Advanced professional cookery skills ÒÒ Degree at university ÒÒ Preparation and cooking of meat, fish ÒÒ Career opportunities and poultry include chefs and chefs ÒÒ Complex hot and cold sauces and soups de partie in hotels, large ÒÒ Preparation of vegetable dishes including restaurant chains or on cruise ships, cooks in vegetarian and vegan hospitals or schools ÒÒ Fermented dough products ÒÒ Hot and cold dessert products Example trips & activities ÒÒ Develop complex dishes for Guest speakers Aspire Restaurant ÒÒ Supervision of staff in the training Visit to commercial kitchen restaurant kitchen ÒÒ Problem solving and team work Visit to a vineyard ÒÒ Food safety ÒÒ Health and safety Entry to industry competitions Industry week activities Work experience 74

Culinary Skills Key facts Diploma Level 2 Duration: 1 or 2 years Course assessed by The first year is an ideal starter if you wish to start training to work in the hospitality and catering Coursework/practical industry. In the second year you will gain a high 100% standard of cookery and service skills and learn other workplace essentials including customer Entry requirements service and kitchen health and safety. You will learn in our commercial kitchen and fine dining Direct entry to year 2 restaurant Aspire working with paying customers. Level 1 in Hospitality & Catering What will you learn? Entry to year 1 Hospitality & Catering Year 1 4 GCSEs grade 2/E or above ÒÒ A range of cookery methods including (including English and maths) baking, roasting, steaming, boiling, braising, Where next? stewing and frying ÒÒ Level 3 in ÒÒ Food and beverage service skills ÒÒ Barista skills Professional Cookery ÒÒ Cook and serve food in Aspire Restaurant ÒÒ Entry level employment ÒÒ Taking bookings and payments ÒÒ Customer service skills in hospitality ÒÒ Food safety and catering Year 2 ÒÒ How to prepare and cook a range of Example trips & activities products including fish, meat, vegetables, Guest speakers soups, pastry as well as hot and cold desserts ÒÒ Menu knowledge and design Entry to industry ÒÒ Food and beverage service skills competitions ÒÒ Customer service skills ÒÒ Cook and serve food in Aspire Restaurant Visit to commercial kitchen Visit to a vineyard Industry week activities Work experience APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 75

IT & DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS With rapid changes in technology and consumer behaviour, there has never been a better time to consider a career in the IT industry. Whether you want to gain the highly sought after creative and technical skills to support an organisation with their online profile and digital communications or want to learn about computer networks and systems for a more technical computing role, City College has a course for you. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities ÒÒ Animation suite (Maya) Social Media Manager salary £23,000 – £45,000 ÒÒ Digital video and Responsible for planning a social media strategy and media production delivering content through social media sites. Includes creating engaging content to increase followers and ÒÒ IT workshops website traffic. ÒÒ Design studios Digital Marketing Executive salary £20,000 – £38,000 Promote their employer’s products, services or ideas online. They market products across channels such as websites, apps and social media. Web Designer salary £18,000 – £40,000 Use creative and technical skills to build new websites and redesign existing ones. They can work on any site from an interactive education site to one offering online shopping. 76

Industry Expert Tutor: IT &HoDsipgitalitCyo&mmCautneicriantgions Patrick Humphrey “ Patrick has a strong passion for IT and has worked as a web designer for clients in the USA. With a 77 Master’s Degree in Information Systems and his fascination for future technologies, including VR and AR, he is well equipped to help students develop their technical skills. Student Success: Alex-Cosmin Iordachescu At City College: Level 3 IT & Digital Communications Now: BSc (Hons) Computer Networks at Portsmouth University “I found this course very interesting as it covered a wide range of topics, my favourites were database set-up and coding languages. The live assignments were a really valuable part of the course as they helped to put what I had learnt into practice. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

IT & Digital Key facts Communications Extended Diploma Level 3 Duration: 2 years This hands-on course is designed to give you the Course assessed by creative and technical skills to follow a career in digital communications. It includes producing Coursework/practical Exam creative content to inspire your audience and the development of evolving technologies in IT. 75% 25% Earn up to 168 UCAS points# IT & Digital Communications GUARANTEED interview with Solent University What will you learn? Entry requirements Year 1 ÒÒ Understanding technology (hardware, 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above (including English, maths software and networking) and IT preferably) ÒÒ Sharing and analysing data and OR Level 2 qualification in a online information relevant subject and GCSE ÒÒ Design interactive websites and apps English and maths at grade 4/C ÒÒ Cyber security or above ÒÒ Planning and delivering projects ÒÒ Software engineering systems for business Where next? ÒÒ Development of a software product ÒÒ Degree at university ÒÒ Social media, digital for a business Year 2 marketing and ÒÒ Analysis and design of data systems web design related ÒÒ Mobile technology employment ÒÒ How and why businesses use the internet ÒÒ Mobile app design and prototyping Example trips & activities ÒÒ Cloud technology Guest speakers ÒÒ Social media and digital marketing ÒÒ Coding (HTML, CSS, Javascript) Visits to digital agency Work experience Industry week activities #Based on Distinction grades 78

IT & Digital Key facts Communications Diploma Level 2 Duration: 1 year During this course you will gain hands-on skills Course assessed by in how to use IT and creative packages to communicate information for the modern digital Coursework/practical Exam and business world. This course will also give you the skills to take advantage of the opportunities 75% 25% created by mobile applications and websites. Entry requirements IT & Digital Communications 4 GCSEs grade 3/D or above (including English and maths. IT is also desirable). OR Equivalent qualifications with Level 1 Functional Skills in English Where next? ÒÒ Level 3 IT & Digital Communications ÒÒ Level 3 Games Design ÒÒ Level 3 Media ÒÒ Junior roles within digital marketing, social media and digital communication What will you learn? Example trips & activities ÒÒ Essentials of IT Guest speakers ÒÒ Essentials of cyber security Visits to a digital agency ÒÒ Designing and creating websites Work experience ÒÒ Designing and creating mobile apps Industry week activities ÒÒ Creating and developing computer games ÒÒ Creating programming solutions for business ÒÒ Project planning using IT ÒÒ Pitching an online product ÒÒ Coding (HTML, CSS, Python) APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 79

MARINE The marine industry is global and highly competitive with a large number of marine companies based in Southampton. If you study marine you will be based at our specialist Marine Skills Centre on the waterside in Woolston (see page 6). Our courses are taught by our industry expert tutors and will provide you with a range of marine based skills including engineering, boat building and electrics. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities Our Marine Skills Centre in Woolston Marine Engineer features some of the best salary £24,000 – £55,000 marine training facilities in the region including: Control the installation, operation and maintenance of ÒÒ Composites workshop machinery and equipment on ships and vessels. Design, ÒÒ Marine engineering workshop build, test and repair a variety of boats, ships and craft. ÒÒ Marine electrical workshop ÒÒ Boat building and Boat Builder salary £18,000 – £35,000 repair workshop ÒÒ IT and CAD suites Work in ship building and/or repair in wood and composites in the leisure craft industry. Tasks range from building hulls to restoring fixtures and fittings. Naval Architect salary £25,000 – £65,000 Responsible for the design, construction, refit and repair of ships, boats, yachts, other marine vessels, and offshore structures such as drilling platforms. 80

Industry Expert Tutor: Marine Matt Yarwood “ Being a qualified engineer, Matt has over 20 years of experience in marine engineering including 16 81 years as Chief Petty Officer in the Royal Navy. His expertise in providing our students with specialist knowledge comes from his time training young engineers within the Navy. Student Success: Michael Mercer At City College: Level 2 Marine Engineering “Now: Level 3 Marine Engineering (Advanced) I chose to study at City College as it has a good reputation within the marine industry and meets the needs of employers. I have a strong interest in mechanics and my course has provided me with a wealth of practical experience as well as technical knowledge. The tutors here have lots of industry experience and expertise. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Boat Building Key facts (Advanced) Diploma Level 3 Duration: 1 year This course will provide you with an advanced Course assessed by level of knowledge and skills in traditional methods of boat building as well as modern Coursework/practical Exam engineering techniques, enabling you to enter employment as a boatbuilder or to progress 30% 70% your career in the marine industry. You will benefit from our expert tutors and fantastic Entry requirements woodworking and composite training facilities at our specialist Marine Skills Centre. Relevant Level 2 qualification AND 4 GCSEs grade 4/C or above (including English, maths and science) Marine Mature students considered with experience and sound knowledge of marine engineering, wood working and electrical systems What will you learn? Where next? ÒÒ Safe and effective working in the ÒÒ Employment in marine marine industry construction, e.g. boat ÒÒ Business improvement techniques builder, boat fitter, ÒÒ Principles of boat construction composite engineer, ÒÒ Construction and repair of hulls and marine joiner, naval architect boat structures ÒÒ Foundation Degree ÒÒ Fibre reinforced plastics technology for at university marine construction Example trips & activities Guest speakers Opportunities to work on industry and community projects Work experience Industry week activities 82

Marine Key facts Engineering Diploma (Advanced) Duration: 1 year Level 3 Course assessed by Coursework/practical Exam 30% 70% This course will provide you with an advanced Entry requirements level of knowledge and skills in marine engineering, enabling you to enter employment Relevant Level 2 qualification as a marine engineer or to progress your career AND in the marine industry. You will benefit from our 4 GCSEs grade 4/C or above expert tutors and fantastic training facilities at (including English, maths our specialist Marine Skills Centre. and science) Mature students considered Marine with experience and sound knowledge of marine engineering, wood working and electrical systems What will you learn? Where next? ÒÒ Safe and effective working in the ÒÒ Employment in marine industry marine engineering ÒÒ Business improvement techniques e.g. marine engineer, ÒÒ Principles of marine construction service engineer, hydraulic engineer, and components marine surveyor, marine ÒÒ Installation, fault diagnosis and repair of technician ÒÒ Foundation Degree marine engines at university ÒÒ Installation and repair of marine Example trips & activities propulsion systems ÒÒ Installation and repair of marine engines Guest speakers ÒÒ Installation and repair of marine Opportunities to work on propulsion systems industry and community projects Work experience Industry week activities APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 83

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Marine Key facts Marine Technologies Diploma Level 2 Duration: 1 or 2 years This course will provide you with the skills and Course assessed by experience of using the latest marine technical processes. You will be taught in our dedicated Coursework/practical woodworking and marine engineering workshops at our specialist Marine Skills Centre 100% in Woolston, Southampton. Our industry experienced tutors will teach you a range of boat Entry requirements building and marine engineering techniques and in the second year you will get to specialise in Direct entry to year 2 one of these career pathways. Relevant Level 1 or Level 2 qualification including GCSE What will you learn? English, maths and science at Year 1 grade 3/D or above ÒÒ Service and maintenance of marine Entry to year 1 mechanical devices 4 GCSEs grade 3/D or above ÒÒ Maintaining electrical equipment systems (including English, maths ÒÒ Ships joinery techniques and science) ÒÒ Composite manufacture ÒÒ Working safely and effectively Where next? ÒÒ Understand technical drawings ÒÒ Level 3 Advanced and documentation Marine Engineering or Year 2 Boat Building ÒÒ Introduction to the marine industry ÒÒ Level 3 Shipping and ÒÒ Business improvement techniques Maritime Operations (Pre-Cadetship) Boat Building pathway ÒÒ Apprenticeship in ÒÒ Principles of boatbuilding technology Marine Engineering or ÒÒ Yacht and boat building assembly Boat Building ÒÒ Composite manufacture ÒÒ Entry level employment in marine construction Marine Engineering pathway or engineering ÒÒ Marine engineering processes and principles ÒÒ Servicing and maintenance of marine engines and ancillary systems ÒÒ Servicing and maintenance of marine propulsion systems APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 85

MEDIA & GAMES If you have a passion for film, TV or gaming and want to work in these fast paced industries our courses are ideal for you. You will learn in our full HD television studio, radio studio and games studio during your course. Studying media and games offers you a wide range of exciting career paths including games design and development, journalism, film, TV production and 3D animation. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities ÒÒ Full HD television studio with Games Designer salary £19,000 – £60,000 industry standard equipment ÒÒ Radio studio and audio Produce games for PCs and games consoles, internet and mobile phones. The work could involve making recording room new games or updating existing titles. ÒÒ Apple Mac suite with modern Video Editor editing software salary £18,000 – £45,000 ÒÒ Games studio with Bring together pictures and sound to produce a piece games development and that is ready to be shown on screen, including feature simulation software films and TV programmes, corporate videos, commercials and music videos. TV or Film Production Assistant salary £16,000 – £30,000 Support the producer and be responsible for the administration and organisation involved in producing a film or TV programme. 86

Industry Expert Tutor: MedMia a&rinGeames Peter Moutray “ Peter has extensive experience in the production of corporate and promotional films for Government departments and professional organisations. He’s run media awareness training programmes, produced a film for the British Council and delivered conferences at the National Film & TV Expo in Nigeria. Student Success: Libby Whitehouse At City College: Level 3 Games Design Now: BA (Hons) Concept Art at Staffordshire University “I came to City College for the modern facilities and the knowledgeable teachers. I really enjoyed my Games Design course as I learnt a lot of new techniques including animation, 3D modelling and concept art, which will really help me with my future and my university degree. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 87

Games Design Key facts Extended Diploma Level 3 Duration: 2 years Games Design is a hands on course, designed to develop your knowledge and skills on a full range Course assessed by of creative digital media and video games. It is both fun and highly practical and offers a great Coursework/practical Exam route to university or into employment in this fast paced growing industry. 70% 30% This course includes 3D modelling and 2D/3D Earn up to 168 UCAS animation using 3DS Max, Maya, Photoshop and points# Blueprints in the Unreal Engine. GUARANTEED interview with Solent University Media & Games Entry requirements What will you learn? 5 GCSEs grades 4/C or above Year 1 (including English, maths ÒÒ Planning and producing story boards and IT) OR for games Level 2 qualification in a ÒÒ Developing video games using Unreal Engine relevant subject area (including ÒÒ Developing a portfolio website as a GCSE English and maths grade 4/C or above) games designer ÒÒ Developing a games promotion campaign Where next? ÒÒ Working with a client ÒÒ Degree at university ÒÒ Photoshop skills ÒÒ Work in 3D visualisation Year 2 ÒÒ Digital media skills and animation, junior ÒÒ Work roles in the games industry artist, games developer ÒÒ 3D modelling using 3DS Max & Maya ÒÒ 3D environment Example trips & activities ÒÒ 2D/3D animation Studio visits ÒÒ Developing video games using Guest speakers Unreal Engine Work experience Industry week activities Industry competitions #Based on Distinction grades 88

Media Key facts (TV & Film) Extended Diploma Level 3 Duration: 2 years If you wish to work as a director, screen writer, Course assessed by documentary film maker, camera operator or any of the vast range of roles within the Coursework/practical Exam industry this course is for you. You will benefit from outstanding facilities, talks from industry 70% 30% professionals and working to live briefs. Earn up to 168 UCAS points# GUARANTEED interview with Solent University Entry requirements Media & Games What will you learn? 5 GCSEs grades 4/C or above Year 1 (including English and maths) ÒÒ Structure and jobs within the TV and OR Level 2 qualification in a film industry relevant subject area (including ÒÒ Digital media skills GCSE English and maths grade ÒÒ Production planning and commissions 4/C or above) ÒÒ Online media campaigns ÒÒ Factual and fiction film production Where next? ÒÒ Technical skills for camera, sound and editing ÒÒ Degree at university ÒÒ Working to a live brief ÒÒ Work in media Year 2 ÒÒ Digital media skills production such as ÒÒ Film editing using Final Cut Pro and camera assistant, runner, researcher or Adobe Premier assistant editor ÒÒ Advertising production ÒÒ Single camera techniques Example trips & activities ÒÒ Multi-camera and studio techniques Sky Careers Academy ÒÒ Working to a live brief Local radio stations Work experience Industry week activities Industry competitions #Based on Distinction grades 89 APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

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Creative Media Key facts Production Diploma Duration: 1 year Level 2 Course assessed by This one year course will give you a taste of TV Coursework/practical and film production as well as games design, 100% allowing you to specialise in your chosen field at level 3 the following year. If you are looking Entry requirements to work creatively with media products, games design, production processes, distribution or 4 GCSEs grade 3/D or above marketing this course is ideal for you. (including English and maths) OR Equivalent qualification with Media & Games Level 1 Functional Skills in English and maths Where next? ÒÒ Level 3 Games Design ÒÒ Level 3 Media (TV & Film) Example trips & activities Industry week activities Work experience Take part in industry competitions Guest speakers What will you learn? ÒÒ Types of media products and their audiences ÒÒ Plan and make a TV production ÒÒ Plan and make a music or talk based radio programme ÒÒ Create a promotional video ÒÒ Film your own creative ideas ÒÒ Design characters for a computer game ÒÒ Plan and make a computer game ÒÒ Working to a live brief APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 91

MOTOR VEHICLE If you like being practical and want to work on maintaining and repairing vehicles our motor vehicle courses are ideal for you. You will be trained by our industry expert tutors in our large purpose built motor vehicle workshop. Our courses provide you with a balance of practical and theory work, building your practical knowledge in the workshop. You will develop a range of skills including maintenance and repair, brakes, tyres and electrical systems. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities ÒÒ Large purpose built motor Motor Vehicle Fitter salary £16,000 – £29,000 vehicle workshop ÒÒ A range of light motor vehicles Also known as fast-fit technicians, they repair and replace worn or damaged tyres, exhausts, batteries and parts. including 4x4s and hybrid cars Fitters normally work in fast-fit centres or workshops ÒÒ A range of heavy goods alongside motor vehicle technicians, fixing vehicles while the customer waits. vehicles (HGVs) ÒÒ Emissions and diagnostic Motor Vehicle Technician salary £20,000 – £40,000 testing equipment Repair and service cars, vans, motorbikes, lorries and coaches. Work on all vehicle mechanics and electrics, from engines and exhaust systems to air-conditioning and security. Motorsport Engineer salary £18,000 – £60,000 As a motorsport engineer you could work in design, testing or production of motorsports vehicles. 92

Industry Expert Tutor: MMeodtMioara&VrienGheaimclees Matt Bradley “ Matt’s industry knowledge comes from over 11 years of practical experience working for prominent car manufacturers, gaining specialist Citroën and Hyundai qualifications. He also has six years of teaching experience as well as having run his own automotive repair business Student Success: Aaron Fields At City College: Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Progressing to: BEng Mechanical Engineering at University of Chichester “I chose to study at City College because of their fantastic facilities. The motor vehicle workshop is the perfect place to learn technical, hands-on skills. The atmosphere mirrored a real working environment which was brilliant. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 93

Light Vehicle Key facts Maintenance Diploma & Repair Duration: 1 year Level 3 Course assessed by Coursework/practical Exam 50% 50% Motor Vehicle This course is designed to build on the Entry requirements knowledge from the level 2 diploma, focusing on diagnostic techniques and introduces you Level 2 Motor Vehicle Diploma to more in-depth vehicle systems. You will (including GCSE English and learn about engine technology, electrical and maths grade 4/C or above) electronic fault finding, transmission and chassis systems. Where next? ÒÒ Enter employment in workshops, garages and other vehicle repair roles ÒÒ University Example trips & activities Visits to vehicle maintenance companies Guest speakers Work experience Industry week activities What will you learn? ÒÒ Diagnosis and rectification of vehicle auxiliary electrical faults ÒÒ Diagnosis and rectification of engine faults ÒÒ Diagnosis and rectification of chassis system faults ÒÒ Diagnosis and rectification of transmission and driveline faults ÒÒ Inspecting light vehicles using prescribed methods 94

Light Vehicle Key facts Maintenance Diploma & Repair Duration: 2 or 3 years Level 2 Course assessed by Coursework/practical Exam 75% 25% The first year of this course will provide you with Entry requirements Motor Vehicle an introduction to motor vehicle and engineering principles including the identification and No Direct entry to year 3 operation of vehicle components. Direct entry to year 2 In the second and third year you will specialise in 4 GCSEs grade 4/C or above motor vehicle learning about the identification, (including English and maths, operation, dismantling and reassembly of science and IT also preferred) advanced components. OR Level 1 Motor Vehicle What will you learn? OR Year 1 & 2 One year’s mechanical ÒÒ Spark and compression ignition engine experience (e.g. engineering or marine course) systems, components and operational principles Entry to year 1 ÒÒ Vehicle steering, braking and suspension GCSEs grade 2/E or above system components and maintenance ÒÒ Vehicle wheel and tyre construction Where next? inspection methods and legalities ÒÒ Level 3 Light Vehicle ÒÒ Vehicle exhaust systems components and maintenance Maintenance and Repair ÒÒ Foundation level vehicle electric ÒÒ Advanced apprenticeship systems testing ÒÒ Enter employment in the ÒÒ Health, safety and good housekeeping Year 3 motor vehicle industry ÒÒ Air fuel and exhaust systems ÒÒ Use of materials, tools and measuring Example trips & activities devices including tool fabrication Guest speakers ÒÒ Light vehicle engine mechanical, lubrication, cooling systems, fuel and emissions systems Work experience ÒÒ Light vehicle chassis and electrical units, components and testing Industry week activities ÒÒ Introduction to light vehicle transmission system components and operation ÒÒ Health, safety and good housekeeping APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 95

PERFORMING & PRODUCTION ARTS If your ambition is to work in the performance or visual arts industry on stage or behind the scenes, we have a range of courses in performing and production arts. At City College we have a track record of producing successful students who progress to prestigious performing arts schools or employment in the industry as actors, voice-over artists or working behind the scenes as technicians, stage or production managers. Achieve Your Dream Job Facilities ÒÒ Professional 240-seat hub theatre Actor ÒÒ Rehearsal, recording and salary £16,000 – £35,000 dance studios Actors use speech, movement and expression to bring ÒÒ Set and prop characters to life. They can work across theatre, film, television and radio. construction workshop ÒÒ 3D workshop Lighting Technician ÒÒ Sound and lighting studio salary £16,000 – £40,000 Your work would range from basic spotlighting to operating strobes, lasers and pyrotechnics in film and TV, or theatre, concerts and live events. Stage Manager salary £18,000 – £45,000 Stage Managers make sure live stage performances run smoothly. They organise all practical and technical aspects of rehearsals and shows. 96

Industry Expert Tutor: PerformMinegdMi&a aP&rrionGedaumcetison Arts Marc Fairclough Ian Rowsell Marc has worked in theatre Ian trained as an actor for over 30 years with in Los Angeles for Film expertise as a production and TV and in classical manager and show acting at LAMDA. He’s director. He’s also worked a credited screen and as a set builder, sound and stage performer, voice lighting designer, event over, BASSC trained stage manager and freelance combat choreographer and theatre consultant. stunt coordinator. Student Success: “ Emilia Webb At City College: Level 3 Production Arts Now: FdSc in Live and Technical Events at Confetti Institute of Creative Technologies “This was the only college near me that offered this kind of course and the facilities were amazing. The course itself was very hands-on, you learn a lot working on different shows but at the same time there is no pressure to know everything, you can specialise if you want. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 97

Performing & Production Arts Performing Arts Key facts Extended Diploma Level 3 Duration: 2 years Course assessed by If your ambition is to work in the performance industry then this is the professional training Coursework/practical programme for you. This course is designed 100% to make the transition to drama schools as seamless as possible by offering you the range Earn up to 168 UCAS of expert training skills you will require. points# Many students progress to drama schools and GUARANTEED universities and then into work as professionals. interview with Solent University What will you learn? Entry requirements Year 1 ÒÒ Exploring the principles of live performance 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above ÒÒ How to engage with an audience (including English) ÒÒ Performance skills development and OR Level 2 in Performing Arts professional practice (with GCSE English grade 4/C ÒÒ Exploring the work of practitioners or above) ÒÒ Working to a directors brief ÒÒ Audio voice acting Where next? ÒÒ Contemporary dance ÒÒ Level 4 Professional ÒÒ Movement (stage combat) ÒÒ Perform to an audience in a variety Diploma in Performance ÒÒ Professional training of productions ÒÒ Final major production at a drama school Year 2 or conservatoire ÒÒ The business of performing arts ÒÒ Degree at university ÒÒ The historical context of performance ÒÒ Vocal training for the actor Example trips & activities ÒÒ Performance and production skills Tour of theatres ÒÒ Professional training and drama school Experience productions preparation ÒÒ Advanced practitioner studies Trip to a drama school fair ÒÒ Perform to an audience in a variety Work experience of productions ÒÒ Final major production Industry week activities #Based on Distinction grades 98

Performing Arts Key facts Diploma Level 2 Duration: 1 year Course assessed by This course is an excellent introduction to a career working in performing arts. You will learn Coursework/practical a variety of performance skills and techniques 100% and put them into practice by performing to live audiences. You will also learn the skills and Entry requirements techniques required to produce a performance. 4 GCSEs grade 3/D or above (including English) Performing & Production Arts OR Level 1 in Performing Arts (with Level 1 English) Where next? ÒÒ Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Example trips & activities Tour of theatres Experience productions Trip to a drama school fair Harry Potter Studio tour Cruise ship visit Work experience Industry week activities What will you learn? ÒÒ Historical context and classical theatre ÒÒ Performance skills and techniques ÒÒ Voice-over skills ÒÒ Contemporary theatre ÒÒ Audition skills and techniques ÒÒ Developing production skills and techniques ÒÒ Perform to an audience in a variety of productions APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 99

Performing & Production Arts Production Arts Key facts Extended Diploma Level 3 Duration: 2 years Course assessed by If you want a career working back stage in the entertainment industry and like the thought of Coursework/practical working in technical theatre (sound, lighting 100% and AV) or creative theatre (set design, stage management, prop making) this course is for you. Earn up to 168 UCAS By working with the performance students, you points# will design, create and organise live productions giving you real hands-on experience. GUARANTEED interview with Solent University Entry requirements 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above (including English and maths) OR Relevant level 2 qualification (with GCSE English and maths grade 4/C or above) What will you learn? Mature students considered Year 1 depending on experience ÒÒ Lighting skills – rigging and operation ÒÒ Sound skills – operation and EQ Where next? ÒÒ Stage management ÒÒ Degree at university ÒÒ Set construction and scenic painting ÒÒ Employment ÒÒ Prop making ÒÒ Studio project Example trips & activities ÒÒ Lighting sound show Visits to local theatres, ÒÒ Roles within a production team production companies ÒÒ Health and safety within events industry and trade shows ÒÒ Legal aspects of public performance Harry Potter Studio tour Year 2 Cruise ship visit ÒÒ Producing a range of professional shows Guest speakers ÒÒ Large scale lighting and sound for concerts Work experience ÒÒ Specialist assignment Industry week activities ÒÒ Production of final major performance ÒÒ Final major production #Based on Distinction grades 100