Full-time prospectus 2021/22

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Contents Courses Art, Design & Photography 20–25 Beauty 26–29 Facilities 4 –7 Business, Enterprise & Law 30 –33 Study Programmes 8–9 Childcare & Early Years  34 –37 Trips, Visits & Activities 10 Construction 38 – 45 Next Steps & Progression  11 Engineering 46 – 49 Student Support 12 –13 English for Speakers of 50 –51 Other Languages (ESOL) Information for Parents/Carers 14–15 Forensic & Criminal Investigation Applying to City College 16 –17 52–55 Contents Apprenticeships 18 –19 Foundation Learning 56 –59 Courses 20 –107 Hairdressing & Barbering 60–65 Travelling to City College 108–109 Health & Social Care 66 –69 Course Index 110–111 Hospitality & Catering 70 –73 IT & Digital Communications 74–77 Marine 78 –83 Media & Games 84 –89 Motor Vehicle 90 –93 Performing & Production Arts 94–99 Theatrical Hair & 100 –103 Media Make-Up Travel, Tourism & Cruise 104 –107 3

Hair salons Facilities Free Wi-fi Science Lab  Learning Resource Centre Art Studios Beauty salons Brick workshops Motor vehicle workshop Facilities Aspire restaurant 50 cover Training kitchen training restaurant 4

TV studio Photography studio Futures centre 12 construction & engineering workshops CAD suite Facilities £1m Electrical workshops industry- Aircraft cabin section standard TV & radio studios hub café Engineering workshops café and restaurants On-site fitness centre The hub 5

Facilities 5 26 boat specialist engines workshops Marine Skills Centre 6 Our specialist Marine Skills Centre is located on the waterside in Woolston, Southampton. The centre features the best marine training facilities on the South Coast for boat building and marine engineering, with expert teaching by industry professionals. 1,000sq.m specialist Marine Skills Centre

Theatrical 240-seat hair & media theatre make-up Centre for Contemporary Arts studio Our hub theatre is a 240-seat professional theatre with the latest equipment to rival Facilities mid-scale repertory theatres. Equipped with industry-standard equipment, it provides students with the very best training facilities in the region for production arts, stage management, theatrical hair and media make-up, contemporary acting, dance and performing arts. Sound & lighting studio 7

Study Programmes Study Programmes Our courses teach young people to be ready for university or work when they finish college. They are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills that employers are looking for and are taught by our industry expert teachers. Full-time Study Programmes are made up of: » Main subject qualification (academic or vocational) » English and maths » Work experience You will be at college for 15–18 hours of classes each week over three or four days depending on your course. You will also need to study and do assignments outside of class. English and maths Having the right level of English and maths is crucial to ensure you successfully complete your course. If your maths and English skills are below the level they should be, it will stop you from achieving your full potential. English and maths are essential for virtually every career including starting work as an apprentice. It’s important you work hard to achieve the best level possible. Everyone continues to study English and maths until they are 18. If your GCSE grades are lower than 4 then you will re-take GCSE or functional skills qualifications. If your grades are 4 or above, you will develop your English and maths through your main qualification. 8

Work experience As part of your course you will have Study Programmes work experience or an industry placement, where you will gain a valuable insight into the sector in which you want to work. It will also help broaden your horizons and strengthen your CV or UCAS application. We will support you in finding a suitable placement and with tasks such as CV writing and contacting employers. Often students discover their ideal job during their work experience or industry placement, sometimes in roles they were not previously aware of. Last year some of our students were offered full‑time jobs or Work experience is really apprenticeships as a result valuable. It not only helped me to of their work experience! gain confidence but a lot of industry relevant information, which helped confirm my career ambition. Jaime-Leigh Bursey Level 3 student 9

Trips, Visits & Activities Trips, Visits & Activities Student Reps As part of your course we offer activities, competitions, & Ambassadors trips and visits so you can discover new interests, develop new skills, and ultimately have fun! If you want to represent your class and organise clubs and events then you Each year all of our subject areas host or take part in can put yourself forward as a Class Rep. public displays, events and exhibitions. These include We also encourage students to help out our industry weeks, creative arts exhibition and fashion at college events by taking on a Student show, annual awards night (where we celebrate the many Ambassador role. This is a fantastic way successes of our students) and many more. We also to develop your communication skills, actively encourage our students to take part in Young Enterprise and other work-based projects. increase your confidence, make new friends and get involved with Our students take trips and visits to various businesses, College activities. external exhibitions, shows and attractions, plus benefit from visiting guest speakers and organisations that are relevant to their subject or career aspirations. We regularly have students entering regional and national industry-based competitions to showcase their skills and ability. And we’ve had some fantastic success in competitions over the years, endorsing the amazing talent we have and help create at City College. 10

Next Steps & Progression We want you to achieve your full potential and be able to move on to university or your chosen career at the end of your time at college. To support this we have excellent links with universities and a wide range of employers across the region, and our expert Futures team to help you with your next steps. Supporting you Next Steps & Progression In addition to our annual Careers and Progression Event, we will talk to you regularly about your options after college, whether that is university or work (including apprenticeships). You will have support with: » Work experience options » Applying to your next course at college University » Careers advice partnerships » CV writing We have agreements with local universities offering a range of » Researching universities and other admission benefits to our students, Higher Education options including reduced UCAS tariff points and guaranteed interviews for entry » Searching and applying for a university, onto specific Degree courses. job or apprenticeship » Writing personal statements Look out for our UCAS points » UCAS applications indicators on our course » Interview techniques pages. 11

Student Support City College is fully committed to ensuring that all students achieve their full potential. We provide excellent resources, advanced technology, dedicated staff and a range of services to help support you throughout your time at college. Student Support Personal Tutor Careers Programme Additional Learning Support As a full-time student you will have a personal City College is committed to providing a Whilst at college you may need extra support to tutor who will focus on supporting you to programme of careers education, information, help you with your learning. Our dedicated team achieve your best and help ensure that your advice and guidance (CEIAG) for all our of Learning Support Assistants have a wealth of time at college is a positive experience. Your students. You will benefit from a range of experience in supporting students with learning tutor will monitor your progress, set targets opportunities and support available, including: difficulties and disabilities. and guide and support you with your studies. » Aspiration talks and events We may be able to offer: Learning Resources » Career planning » A support assistant in class You will have access to our online student » 1:1 support » One-to-ones outside of class time portal, Citybit, where you will be able to access relevant learning activities and » Employability skills workshops » Use of assistive technology materials, submit your assignments and have easy contact with your tutors outside » Work experience placements » Communication Support Worker for hearing of timetabled classes. impaired students » Next steps and progression support Our Learning Centre offers you a wealth of (see page 11) » Special exam arrangements for those that library resources (printed, electronic and audio- need them visual), printing and scanning facilities, extra Attendance computer access, as well as group and quiet Our Attendance & Engagement Officers work It is important that you inform us as soon as study zones. One-to-one sessions are also closely with students and families to promote possible in the application process if you have available to support you with proof reading high levels of attendance and to support any learning support needs, physical support and academic referencing. students in achieving their full potential. needs, or have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). 12

Personal Support Student Support We want to ensure you are happy and settled during your time at college. Anyone may need support from time to time. Your tutor will most likely be the first person you want to talk to but if you feel you need extra support you can speak to one of our Student Advisers. They can help with: » Support with personal issues » Support to keep your attendance up » Supporting you with your mental health and wellbeing Financial Support We make every effort to help students overcome any financial barriers to learning at college. If your household income is less than £25,000, you may be entitled to financial support. No matter what course you want to do, we are here to make sure financial concerns do not interfere with your study. We offer confidential and free advice on fees, bursaries, and emergency funding. Depending on your circumstances, we can help you apply for a range of financial support. Travel and Transport Our main campus is in the city centre making it easy to get to. Discounts are available to our students on buses, trains and ferries. If you’re eligible for financial support, and live 2 miles or more from the College, your bus travel may be FREE. 13

Information for Parents and Carers Information for Parents and Carers Leaving school to come to college can be a big step. At City College we want every student to enjoy reaching their full potential whilst studying here. We provide an enjoyable and safe environment for students to study their chosen subject and to develop into an independent young person. Keeping in Touch Student Safety We know from experience that students are We are fully committed to making sure all of most successful when the College works in our students are safe and happy during their partnership with parents and others who time here and all students and staff have a support our students. To keep you up‑to‑date campus ID card to enter the College, which with their progress, we will invite you to must be visible at all times. We have a fully parents evenings. trained safeguarding team to ensure our students are safe at college, home and at You can expect to be contacted if we have work during their time with us. any concerns about the progress your son or daughter is making here, whether that be in Attendance relation to academic progress, attendance or behaviour. You can also expect us to celebrate Students who have the best attendance their successes and let you know when we generally get the best grades and the best think they have tackled something really well. jobs. We expect all our students to attend every timetabled lesson because for every lesson they miss, they will fall behind in their learning. Holidays must not be taken during term time. 14

Learning Support Information for Parents and Carers If your son or daughter requires extra support with their learning we have a team who can offer support and assistance to them throughout their time in college. For more information see pages 12–13. Financial Support For students aged 16–18 our full‑time study programmes are free to study, but coming to College can involve other costs such as travel, equipment and trips. Financial assistance is available if your household income is less that £25,000 making you eligible for our Bursary scheme. This can help with transport, food, trips and visits, equipment and uniform. For more information visit our website southampton-city.ac.uk/financial-support 15

Applying to City College >>>>>>> <<<<<<<< September >>>>>October 20203 2020 – onwards Accept Your Place March 2021 1 Within two weeks of your Apply interview you will receive an email offering you a place (subject to achieving the entry requirements). To reserve your place at City College, it’s important that you reply as soon as possible to accept your place. <<<<<<<<<<<Visit our website, find the course that <interests you and apply online before the end of March. Later applications will Applying to City Collegebe considered but the course offered will depend on availability. The earlier 2 you apply the better your chance Interview of securing a place on your preferred course. We will invite you for an interview to ensure it’s the right course for you and to decide the most suitable level of study. <<<<<<<<< You will be sent an email with your interview date and time. It’s important that you attend your interview. <<<<<<<<<<< Interviews will be held Important Notice on Wednesday October afternoons 2020 – The information in this guide was correct at the time of publication (September 2020) and may be subject to change April 2021 without prior notice. Courses will run if sufficient enrolments are received. If there are too few enrolments, the College may cancel the course. 16

>>>>> 4 5 Welcome Event Applying to City CollegeAugust 2021 >>>>>>>>>>> Applicants will be invited to our Enrolment <<<Welcome Event on Wednesday 30 June 2021. This is your opportunity <<<<<< In July we will email a letter >>>>> to get a taste of your course, explore our confirming your course enrolment campus and on-site facilities, and meet information. After your GCSE results some of the other students joining your you will enrol with us and we will check course. Parents/carers will be invited your GCSE grades meet the course entry to a Parents’ Welcome Evening requirements. You will be given your timetable and student ID badge. in mid‑June. <<<<<<<<<<< Wednesday >>>> Equal Opportunities 30 June At City College Southampton we 2021 6 provide a learning and working environment where people are Start Your Course >>>>> treated with respect. This means welcoming and valuing the richness Students start college. Different of diversity by treating people as courses have different start dates individuals and considering all – you will receive confirmation of applications fairly and equally. your course start date and Admissions Team time at enrolment. St Mary Street Southampton SO14 1AR September 2021 023 8048 4848 [email protected] 17

Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are a great way to start your working progress your career life. They are real jobs where you learn, gain hands‑on experience, get training for a specific job role, and Employers recognise get paid. Those building their careers through the and value apprenticeship route are more likely to stay in work throughout their life. apprenticeships Apprenticeships Your apprenticeship training programme, which can earn while you learn take between 1 and 4 years to complete, will include: It’s a mix of studying at » Technical/professional qualification college and on the job training. You can gain a » Functional skills in English, get qualified degree level qualification maths and ICT without the debt of » Key transferable skills You’ll gain an industry university My apprenticeship recognised with Trant Engineering has qualification been fantastic as I am gaining a qualification alongside hands‑on experience in a working environment. I have learnt so much in such a short space of time. Abby Bentley Apprenticeship in Business Administration at Trant Engineering Ltd 18

industry specific Still at school? Apprenticeships at City College training If you’re still at school and hoping to start Business Work alongside an apprenticeship when you finish, do get in Business Administration experienced staff to gain touch with us. However we strongly advise that Customer Service you apply for a full-time study programme at industry related skills. College which will lead into an apprenticeship Construction Get ‘on the job’ at a future date. Many employers require Bricklaying candidates to have relevant technical skills Carpentry & Joinery experience and ‘off the and work experience before starting to work Construction Contracting job’ training as an apprentice. We work with our full-time Civil Engineering students to get them apprenticeship ready, Electrical Installation introduce them to employers and support Painting & Decorating Apprenticeships them in the recruitment process. Engineering Need more information? Heating & Ventilation 023 8048 4848 (Installer and Craftsperson) Building Services Design Technician [email protected] Fabrication & Welding Engineering Fitter Finding an apprenticeship Engineering Maintenance To be an apprentice you have to find an Marine employer willing to give you a job. You will Boat Building need a CV, covering letter and you’ll need Marine Engineering to actively search and apply for vacancies, in the same way as that you would apply for Motor Vehicle a job. We advise you to keep checking our Heavy Motor Vehicle website for apprenticeship vacancies and Light Motor Vehicle get registered with the national ‘Find an Apprenticeship’ website. Service Industries Hairdressing www.southampton-city.ac.uk/ apprenticeship-vacancies www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship 19

Art, Design & Photography Industry Expert Teacher Phill Pepper Phill began his career freelancing in London but found his niche photographing high-profile celebrities for music magazines such as Kerrang and NME. Throughout his interesting 20 years in the industry, Phill has worked internationally with many esteemed brands including Sony. 20

I loved Have you got a passion and creative flair Art, Design & Photography my course for visual arts, design or photography? at City College We can give you the opportunity to as it really taught me enhance and develop your creativity to how to have an open mind about my enable you to move on to university or photography. The teachers were always employment in this exciting industry. willing to help me and to pass on their Learn or develop your existing skills in expert knowledge. I feel like I am now drawing, painting, textiles, 3D crafts, really ready to progress onto University. graphic design, illustration, photography and sculpture whilst benefitting from Freya Chaplin-White our fully equipped studios and modern At City College: Level 3 Photography technology. Now: BA (Hons) Photography at Facilities Bath Spa University » Well equipped art studios » Large and fully equipped photography studio » Photography dark room » Suite of Apple Macs » Gallery exhibition space 21

Foundation Art & Design (Pre-Degree) Level Foundation Diploma Duration: 1 year 3/4 This one-year course is the perfect transition Course assessed by: year between A-levels/BTEC and university/ art school. It gives you the chance to explore Coursework/practical and experiment with a wide range of project- based art and design activities, to prepare 100% you to move on to a range of undergraduate Art, Design & Photography degrees. It will enable you to build on your Entry requirements existing skills, and offer new practical, critical and theoretical experiences. 1 creative A-level or Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design The course provides a structure to assist you AND in making informed choices for your future 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above education and career. We encourage you to (including English and maths) explore different ways of working and thinking so that you identify your strengths, before What will you learn? Where next? deciding which particular art and design » Print making direction to follow. » HNC/HND » Graphics We have excellent connections with » Degree at university universities especially those locally with » Photography partnership agreements guaranteeing an Example » Work freelance or in graphic interview. Many of our students go on to » Life drawing trips & activities design, illustration, fine art, study an honours degree at university. fashion, textiles, 3D design, » Sculpture Visiting artists interior design, animation, art history, digital media, » Textiles curatorship, art journalism or teaching » Working with materials to create a 3D art End of year exhibition » End of year exhibition Gallery trips » Build a broad and varied portfolio for university interviews 22

Photography & Digital Imaging Level Extended Diploma Duration: 2 years 3 This industry recognised two-year course is What will you learn? Course assessed by: Exam equivalent to three A-levels, making it an 10% excellent route to studying at university. Year 1 Coursework/practical » Working with Nikon and Canon It is an ideal choice if you have a passion for 90% photography and want a career in this exciting DSLR cameras industry. You will learn a variety of photography UCAS points: Earn up to 168 skills and techniques in our modern studio and » Shooting images on location using reflectors out on location. and location lighting kits Entry requirements Art, Design & Photography Example » Learning Flash and continual lighting 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above trips & activities techniques in our fully-equipped (including English and maths) photography studio OR Visiting artists Level 2 in Art & Design (merit » Batch processing and manipulating digital or distinction grade) including images using Adobe Lightroom GCSE English and maths grade 4 or above End of year exhibition » Showcasing your work at the end of AND Work experience year exhibition Portfolio of photography Gallery trips Year 2 Where next? » Advanced studio techniques » Foundation Art & Design » Retouching digital images using » HNC/HND Adobe Photoshop » Degree at university » Developing and processing film in the darkroom » Work as a freelance photographer, picture editor, photojournalist » Using a range of additional resources to enhance your creative potential » Showcasing your work at the end of year exhibition 23

Creative & Visual Arts Level Extended Diploma Duration: 2 years 3 This industry-recognised two-year course Course assessed by: Exam is equivalent to three A-levels, making it an 10% excellent route to studying at university. Coursework/practical It will lead you to a wide range of careers 90% within the creative industries. If you have an Art, Design & Photography interest in visual arts, this course will give you UCAS points: Earn up to 168 the opportunity to explore and develop your creativity. The qualification has been written with Entry requirements the support of University of the Arts London. 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above What will you learn? Year 2 Example (including English and maths) Year 1 trips & activities OR » Traditional and experimental techniques Level 2 in Art & Design (merit or » Drawing and painting » Developing Visiting artists distinction grade) including » Printmaking specialist skills End of year exhibition GCSE English and maths grade 4 » 3D sculpture in one or more or above » Digital processes disciplines Work experience AND » Photography and darkroom skills Portfolio of artwork » Art and design theory and practice » Creative practical skills » Preparing for Gallery trips Where next? » Contextual and historical research through a professional life in the » Foundation Art & Design creative industry series of themed project briefs » HNC/HND » Building a portfolio of work that will gain you a place at a university of your choice » Degree at university » Work freelance or as a trainee designer or photographer » Showcasing your work at the end of year exhibition » Idea development and creative problem-solving 24

Creative & Visual Arts Level Diploma Duration: 1 year 2 Are you interested in exploring your creativity What will you learn? Course assessed by: Art, Design & Photography and pursuing a career in the creative and visual arts? If so this course is an excellent » Materials, processes and technical skills in Coursework/practical place to start. It offers you the opportunity to creative and visual arts 100% explore and develop your creativity as well as providing you with a range of skills and » Contextual research Entry requirements knowledge. It will also enhance your self- 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above confidence and reveal the potential career » Drawing skills (including English and maths) opportunities that exist in the sector. AND » Solving 2D creative visual problems, using Portfolio of artwork/photography drawing, illustration, graphics, textiles and printmaking Where next? » Level 3 Creative & Visual Arts » Solving 3D design and craft problems using a range of resistant material » Solving time-based creative problems within » Level 3 Photography & photography and moving imagery Digital Imaging » Communication skills in creative and visual arts » Developing and producing a Example personal project trips & activities Visiting artists End of year exhibition Work experience Gallery trips 25

Beauty Industry Expert Teacher Jo Pengelly Jo worked for renowned beauty company Estée Lauder for 15 years, where she specialised in recruiting, training and educating consultants. With her in-depth knowledge of the industry and continual professional development, Jo provides our students with the skillset prized by employers. 26

The course had The beauty industry is dynamic, fast Beauty a dynamic teaching moving and exciting, driven by evolving style which helped me fashion trends and health culture. A career to learn in a variety of different ways. in this industry is ideal if you are creative, There was a lot of direct experience with have good attention to detail, are the industry, during the course we visited hardworking and like working with people. different facilities and events including cruise It is also a career that could take you ships and spas which really helped me to almost anywhere you want in the world. understand my career choices. You will learn from our industry expert teachers in our fully equipped beauty Courtney Rose Broom salon to give you excellent training and At City College: Level 3 Beauty Therapy experience of working with customers. Now: Spa Therapist at Macdonald Botley Facilities Hotel & Spa » Purpose built beauty salon, Kudos » Sienna X tanning booth » Massage and treatment beds » Manicure bar » Electrotherapy equipment » Microdermabrasion equipment » Holistic treatment facilities 27

Beauty Therapy Level Technical Diploma Duration: 1 year 3 This course will allow you to develop your What will you learn? Course assessed by: Exam knowledge and understanding of relevant » Promote and sell products and services 40% anatomy and physiology in beauty therapy. Coursework/practical You will also develop your communication and to clients customer service skills consulting with clients, 60% successfully promoting and retailing products » Provide body massage Beauty and providing a range of beauty treatments Entry requirements including electrotherapy, body massage and » Provide facial and body stone therapy. electrotherapy treatments Level 2 Technical Diploma in Beauty Therapy Example » Anatomy and physiology AND trips & activities GCSEs in English and maths at » Provide dry spa treatments grade 4 or above Guest speakers » Provide body stone therapy treatments Where next? Visits to trade shows » Work in commercial salons, Salon, spas and cruise ship visits destination/day spas, health farms, cruise ships, theatres, airlines or Industry week activities hotel chains Work experience » Start your own beauty business 28

Beauty Therapy Level Technical Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years 2 The first year of this course is a great Course assessed by: Exam introduction to the hair and beauty sector. In 25% the second year you will specialise in beauty Coursework/practical therapy with a combination of practical and theory based topics to give you a range of 75% skills required for working in the industry. Year 2 Example Entry requirements Beauty What will you learn? trips & activities Year 1 » Anatomy and Direct entry to year 2 physiology Guest speakers 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above » Introduction to the hair and beauty sector Visits to trade shows (including English and maths. » Principles of Salon, spas and cruise ship visits Science is also preferred) » Presenting a professional image in a salon practice for Industry week activities OR beauty therapists Level 1 Diploma in Hair or Beauty » Create an image using colour for hair Work experience (including GCSE English and maths and beauty » Hair removal at grade 3 or above) treatments » Skin and hand care Entry to year 1 » Facial and skin analysis 4 GCSEs grade 2 or above » Basic make-up application (including English and maths) » Manicure treatments » Themed face painting Where next? » Pedicure treatments » Nail art application » Level 3 Beauty » Light cured gel polish » Providing basic manicure and » Level 3 Theatrical Hair & Media pedicure treatments Make-up » Create a hair and beauty image » Apprenticeship » Health and safety in the salon » Lash and brow treatments » Salon reception duties » Apply make-up services 29

Business, Enterprise & Law Industry Expert Teacher Aadil Tariq Aadil has been passionate about business since graduating from the University of Southampton where he completed his degree in Business Management BSc. He is dedicated to using his knowledge, experience and dynamic style of teaching to inspire students about the world of business. 30

City College Our business, enterprise and law courses Business, Enterprise & Law gave me a voice and prepare you for a variety of job roles, a chance to figure out self-employment or for a degree at different aspects of myself. It was also university. They will help you build your a path that took me through unexpected confidence and knowledge and develop measures and tested my ability to adapt to team work and communication skills. change. The whole experience ultimately Business and enterprise skills are used helped me achieve what I always wanted - in every organisation and work sector, progressing to university. which gives business students lots of opportunities for fulfilling careers. Cristiana Lacatos At City College: Level 3 Business Facilities Now: BSc Accounting & Finance at » Professional business University of Southampton lecture theatre » Well equipped modern classrooms » Computer suites » Event/exhibition facilities 31

Business & Law Level Extended Diploma Duration: 2 years 3 Equivalent to three A-levels, this qualification What will you learn? Course assessed by: Exam is a recognised route to university. You will gain 30% an advanced understanding of how a business » Developing a marketing campaign Coursework/practical works, the fundamentals to the success of an organisation, aspects of criminal law, marketing 70% and finance, and you will develop the skills and knowledge needed for working in a business » Personal business finance UCAS points: Earn up to 168 or commercial environment. Business, Enterprise & Law » Business markets and the economy Entry requirements This course gives you highly transferable skills and opens the doors to a wealth of career » Understanding retail 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above opportunities including retail, finance, law, (including English and maths) human resources, marketing and management, » Management accounting OR starting your own business, and for entry to Level 2 Diploma in Business (merit or higher education. » Criminal law impacting on businesses and distinction level) and GCSE English individuals and maths grade 4 or above » International business » Business decision making Mature students considered via interview and skills test » Impact of communications technology on business Example Where next? » Degree at university » Principles of trips & activities » Apprenticeship management Local industry events » Work in marketing, finance, retail Employment fairs or office admin Visit to employers » Start your own business Professional talks Industry week activities Work experience 32

Skills for Business Level Diploma Duration: 1 year 2 Whether you’re interested in setting up your What will you learn? Course assessed by: Business, Enterprise & Law own business or gaining personal skills that » Business culture and responsibilities can be transferred to a wide range of careers, Coursework/practical this course is the ideal first step to working in » Customer service 100% a business environment. » Producing documents in a business Entry requirements Develop your skills and knowledge in environment 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above business principles, customer service and (including English and maths) problem‑solving to prepare you for the next » Problem solving and working with others level of study. Where next? » Effective communication » Level 3 Business & Law » Apprenticeship This business qualification is adaptable across » Planning and project management » Work in retail, office admin, sales a wide range of sectors and industries, leading to exciting opportunities within logistics, » Innovation in a business environment or marketing sales, marketing, retail, customer service, management and many more! » Managing and improving your own performance » Responding and adapting to change in a business environment Example trips & activities Local industry events Employment fairs Professional talks Industry week activities Work experience 33

Childcare & Early Years Industry Expert Teacher Kirsty Rennie Kirsty has a wealth of experience within the early years sector having spent many years as a nursery manager where she found her passion for helping children grow and blossom. She has also trained apprentices for Early Years Practitioners and Early Years Managers. 34

If you have a passion for working with children our courses offer a wide variety of career progression opportunities. If you want practical and personal skills to work in this industry our childcare and early years educator courses are for you. I have always We will help you develop your abilities Childcare & Early Years wanted to work through a combination of practical with children so this and theory, along with specialist work course was perfect. I really placements to give you vital experience appreciated the hands-on approach to of working in an early years setting. my course, the practical examples and guidance from teachers helped me gain a better Facilities understanding of what I was studying. My work Classrooms with: placement was very valuable as it gave me » Nursery equipment the chance to practise what I had learnt in » Baby change and a real work environment. feeding equipment Mina Walizada » Creative area At City College: Level 3 Childcare & Education » Interactive electronic Now: Working at Sunrise Nursery babies 35

Childcare & Education (Early Years Educator) Level Technical Diploma Duration: 2 years 3 This course has been designed for those Course assessed by: Exam who want to work in early years childcare 15% and education. It prepares you to work with Coursework/practical children between birth and five years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years. 85% Throughout the course you will complete a weekly work placement giving you excellent UCAS points: Earn up to 168 first-hand experience of working in the Childcare & Early Years childcare industry. Example Entry requirements trips & activities What will you learn? 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above Guest speakers (including English and maths) Year 1 (Technical Certificate) OR Year 2 Industry week activities Level 2 in Early Years or » Child development from conception to (Technical Diploma) Visits to nurseries Health & Social Care seven years Work experience (with GCSE English and maths » Supporting emerging at grade 4 or above) » Children’s health and well-being children’s literacy and maths Where next? » Providing safe environments for children » Foundation Degree » Preparing for school readiness » Play and learning » Degree at university » International perspectives » Children’s additional needs » Apprenticeship » Reflective practice for professional » Observation, assessment and planning development » Work in nurseries, primary schools or pre-schools » Work placement » Professional partnerships in early years » A professional practice portfolio Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required » Children’s health » Work placement 36

Early Years & Primary Settings Level Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years 2 The first year of this course is a great What will you learn? Course assessed by: introduction to early years and health and Year 1 social care. In the second year you will » Services and roles in health, social care Coursework/practical specialise in early years and primary settings with a combination of practical and theory and early years sectors 100% based topics to give you a range of skills » Health and safety required for working in the industry. » Communication skills Entry requirements Childcare & Early Years It will prepare you to work with children » Healthy eating between birth and eleven years. During the » Values of working with children and Direct entry to year 2 course you will complete a work placement 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above giving you excellent first-hand experience of vulnerable groups (including English and maths) working in the childcare industry. Year 2 OR » Child development from birth to 11 years Level 1 Diploma in Early Years Example » Play and learning or Health & Social Care trips & activities » Nutrition (with GCSE English and maths » Physical development and activity at grade 3 or above) Guest speakers » Exploring legislation Industry week activities » Safeguarding, protection and welfare of Entry to year 1 4 GCSEs grade 2 or above Visits to nurseries babies and young children (including English and maths) Work experience » Promoting play and learning Where next? » Level 3 Childcare & Education » Apprenticeship Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required 37

Construction Industry Expert Teachers David Philpott Ian Bartlett David’s 30 years in the domestic and Ian started out as an apprentice commercial plumbing industry began bricklayer, by the age of 20 he with an apprenticeship. Specialising in had his own business working as pipe fitting and maintenance, he has a specialist bricklayer, after which worked for many companies including he moved into teaching to pass his shipyards and the US army. skills on to the next generation. 38

The teachers at Whether you want to work as a Carpenter, Construction City College have Bricklayer, Plumber, Electrician or Painter been incredible from the and Decorator, our construction courses start. They are so knowledgeable and are are the ideal option. You will be taught always ready to show you new techniques the practical techniques and skills needed and methods. I really prefer the visual and to work in your chosen trade. You will hands‑on learning style this course has, learn from our industry expert teachers in compared to being in a classroom. our purpose built workshops. In all these The course has a great atmosphere and trades you can work for yourself once I know I am learning skills for life. qualified, which could take you anywhere in the world. Ellis Jarvis At City College: Level 2 Brickwork Facilities » 2 bricklaying workshops Now: Brickwork Apprenticeship » 3 carpentry and joinery workshops with GP Masonry » Painting and decorating workshop » Electrical workshop » Plumbing and heating workshop » Installation and commissioning bays » Welding and soldering facilities » CAD 2D and 3D equipment and software 39

Electrical Installation Level Diploma Duration: 1 year This course will give you advanced knowledge 3 and skills of electrical installation. You will practise and be assessed on the installation Course assessed by: Exam and testing of electrical equipment together 40% with the relevant theory of electrical installation Coursework/practical and wiring regulations. 60% What will you learn? Construction » Electrical installation design Entry requirements » Environmental technology systems Level 2 in Electrical Installation » Inspection, testing and commissioning AND » Diagnosing and correcting electrical faults GCSEs in English, maths and science » Electrical science and principles at grade 4 or above » Environmental health and safety » Electrical installation craft Relevant industry experience will be considered Example trips & activities Where next? » Entry level work as Guest speakers Site visits trainee electrician Industry week activities Work experience 40

Electrical Installation Level Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years 2 This industry-recognised qualification will What will you learn? Course assessed by: Exam provide you with the basic knowledge and 40% craft skills of electrical installation. You will Year 1 Coursework/practical learn, develop and practise the installation of wiring systems together with the relevant 60% theory of electrical installation. » Installation methods, procedures and Entry requirements Taught by our industry experienced teachers, requirements you will develop a large number of practical Direct entry to year 2 wiring and installation skills designed to » Electrical installation craft skills 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above help you find work as an apprentice or (including English, maths and self‑employed installer. » Electrical science principles and technology science) and skills test » Environmental protection methods in Entry to year 1 Construction building services engineering 4 GCSEs grade 2 or above (including English and maths) » Health and safety in electrical installation Where next? Year 2 » Level 3 Electrical Installation » Electrical installation theory and technology » Apprenticeship » Electrical installation methods, procedures and requirements » Entry level work in electrical installation » Electrical installation Example craft skills trips & activities » Electrical science and Guest speakers principles » Health and safety in Site visits electrical installation Industry week activities Work experience 41

Brickwork Level Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years 2 This course will provide you with the What will you learn? Course assessed by: Exam knowledge and skills required to progress Year 1 30% on to becoming a skilled bricklayer. You Coursework/practical will learn a variety of skills to enable you to » Principles of building construction, build, repair and maintain commercial and information and communication 70% residential buildings. Construction » Setting out and building of masonry Entry requirements Example structures up to damp proof course trips & activities Direct entry to year 2 » Carrying out block and brick laying activities 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above Guest speakers (including English and maths) » Carrying out cavity walling activities and skills test Site visits » Health, safety and welfare in construction Entry to year 1 Industry week activities 4 GCSEs grade 2 or above Year 2 (including English and maths) Work experience » Interpreting working drawings to set out Where next? masonry structures » Apprenticeship » Producing thin joint masonry and masonry cladding » Entry level employment within the construction industry » Building solid walling, isolated and attached piers » Carrying out brick laying activities » Carrying out cavity walling activities » Construct cavity walling forming masonry structures » Health, safety and welfare in construction 42

Carpentry & Joinery Level Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years 2 This career-led course will provide you with the What will you learn? Course assessed by: Exam knowledge and skills required to progress on Year 1 30% to becoming a skilled carpenter. You will learn, Coursework/practical develop and practise the skills required for » Principles of building construction, working in site carpentry or bench joinery. information and communication 70% » Maintain and use carpentry and joinery Entry requirements hand tools Direct entry to year 2 » Prepare and use carpentry and joinery 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above Construction portable power tools (including English and maths) AND » Produce woodworking joints A relevant level 1 qualification » Health, safety and welfare in construction Entry to year 1 4 GCSEs grade 2 or above Year 2 (including English and maths) » Principles of building construction, Where next? information and communication » Apprenticeship » Carry out first fix flooring and roofing » Entry level employment within the » Carry out first fix frames, partitions and stairs construction industry » Carry out second fixing operations Example » Carry out carpentry maintenance trips & activities Guest speakers Site visits » Set up and operate a circular saw Industry week activities Work experience 43

Painting & Decorating Level Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years 2 This course is designed to develop the Year 2 Course assessed by: Exam skills and knowledge required to work in » Erecting and dismantling access equipment 30% the painting and decorating industry and to Coursework/practical become a skilled painter and decorator. You and working platforms will develop skills in specialist decorative » Preparing surfaces for decoration 70% and painting finishes, including application » Applying paint systems by brush and roller Construction of different types of wall and ceiling papers Entry requirements to surfaces. to complex areas » Applying standard papers to walls Direct entry to year 2 What will you learn? 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above and ceilings (including English and maths) Year 1 » Producing specialist decorative finishes AND » Applying and creating colour A relevant level 1 qualification » Principles of building construction, » Health, safety and welfare in construction information and communication » Principles of building construction, Entry to year 1 4 GCSEs grade 2 or above » Erecting and dismantling access equipment information and communication (including English and maths) and working platforms Example Where next? » Preparing surfaces for decoration trips & activities » Apprenticeship » Applying paint systems by brush and roller Guest speakers to non-complex areas Site visits » Entry level work within the construction industry » Applying foundation and plain papers Industry week activities Work experience » Health, safety and welfare in construction » Producing specialist decorative finishes 44

Plumbing & Heating Level Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years 2 This course will give you the basic training Course assessed by: Exam required for a career in plumbing and heating. 30% You will learn about various domestic system Coursework/practical installation, maintenance techniques and the scientific principles in plumbing and heating. 70% What will you learn? Example Entry requirements trips & activities Year 1 Direct entry to year 2 Guest speakers 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above Construction » Basic plumbing applications on plastic waste (including English and maths. pipe and rainwater guttering Year 2 Site visits Science is also preferred) Industry week activities AND » Basic plumbing applications on copper, » Scientific principles in A relevant level 1 qualification plastic pressure and low carbon plumbing and heating Work experience steel pipework Entry to year 1 » Pipework fabrication 4 GCSEs grade 2 or above » Installation, repair and maintenance of processes and techniques for (including English and maths) plumbing systems plumbing and heating systems Where next? » Scientific principles found within plumbing » Domestic hot and cold water, central engineering heating and above ground drainage system » Apprenticeship installation and maintenance techniques » Structure of the construction industry » Entry level work within the construction industry » Health and safety » Electrical systems within building services engineering » Understand methods of conserving and reducing wastage of water and electricity » Health and safety » Preparing to work on a construction site » Communication skills 45

Engineering Industry Expert Teacher Sue Asher 14 years of engineering experience has provided Sue with a strong skill set which she is able to pass on to our students. Sue has worked in many aspects of engineering, from aircraft maintenance to plastic manufacture, and in doing so has travelled across the UK. 46

Are you a good problem solver, practical and have an eye for detail? If so we have a range of engineering courses that could suit you. We will provide you with the skills and knowledge to start a successful career in engineering, into an apprenticeship or a degree at university. Our courses are designed to give you a range of skills for the many roles in Engineering My course manufacturing, mechanical, electrical was really and electronic engineering. inspiring and full of hands-on practical work. The teaches helped to create a fun environment while still making sure Facilities we understood the work which was a real » Fabrication and welding workshops change from school. They were clearly very » Machining workshop » Electronics workshop experienced and always supportive. Mitchell Blackburn » CAD 2D and 3D equipment and software At City College: Level 2 Engineering Technologies » 3D printer Now: Level 3 Apprenticeship with GE Aviation 47

Engineering Level Extended Diploma Duration: 2 years 3 This career-led qualification is equivalent to Course assessed by: Exam three A-levels. It provides the opportunity 10% to develop your knowledge and skills in Coursework/practical the design, development, manufacture and maintenance of engineering products and 90% systems. You will gain advanced practical skills and experience to prepare you for UCAS points: Earn up to 168 work or university. Engineering Example Entry requirements What will you learn? trips & activities 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above Year 1 (Foundation Diploma) Guest speakers (including English, maths and science) » Engineering principles Year 2 Industry competitions OR (Extended Diploma) Industry week activities Level 2 in Engineering » Delivery of engineering processes safely (with GCSE English and maths as a team » A specialist Work experience at grade 4 or above) engineering project » Engineering product design and Where next? manufacture » Microcontroller systems » HNC/HND for engineers » Applied commercial and quality principles » Degree at university » Further engineering maths » Computer aided design (CAD) » Work in engineering at technician » Pneumatic and hydraulic systems or skilled craftsperson level » Electronic devices and circuits » Primary forming » Mechanical behaviour of metallic materials » Maintenance of mechanical systems » Welding technology 48

Engineering Technologies Level Diploma Duration: 1 or 2 years 2 The first year of this course is an excellent What will you learn? Course assessed by: Exam starting point for those interested in working 25% in engineering. The second year will help Year 1 Coursework/practical you to develop the practical engineering skills that employers are looking for. It covers 75% the skills and knowledge common to all engineering practices. » Working in engineering Entry requirements » Machining Direct entry to year 2 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above » Cutting, forming and assembling (including English and maths. Science is also preferred) » Joining engineering materials OR Engineering Level 1 Diploma in Engineering » Mechanical maintenance (including GCSE English and maths at grade 3 or above) » Health and safety Entry to year 1 » Welding 4 GCSEs grade 2 or above (including English and maths) » Maths and science in engineering Where next? Year 2 » Level 3 Engineering » Hand fitting and assembly » Apprenticeship » Milling and turning » Work in engineering and » Fabrication and welding Example manufacturing trips & activities » Engineering principles Guest speakers » Working safely Industry competitions in engineering Industry week activities and manufacturing Work experience » Maths and science in engineering 49

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