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City College Part-Time Prospectus 2019/20

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Contents Course Listings 21 English for Speakers of Other Contents 10 Access to Higher Education Languages (ESOL) 11 Accounting 12 Art, Design & Photography 22 First Aid 13 Beauty 23 Hairdressing & Barbering 14 Business & Work Skills 24 Health & Social Care 15 Childcare & Early Years 25 Hospitality & Catering 16 Computer Skills & IT 26 Life & Living Skills 17 Construction & Building Services 27 Marine 18 Counselling & Psychotherapy 28 Maths (Numeracy) 19 Electrical & Engineering 29 Teacher Education & Training 20 English (Literacy) 30 Leisure Courses 32 Distance Learning Courses College Information 41 How to Apply 4–5 Facilities 34–35 Apprenticeships 6–7 Guide to Levels 36–37 Training for Businesses 8–9 Higher Education 42–43 Where to Find Us 38–39 Do I Need to Pay Fees? 40 Supporting You 3

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Guide to Levels We offer a wide range of courses at varying levels of qualification. To help you in identifying a level suitable for you we have listed them below. Depending on the course, you may be able to use your work experience as well as your prior qualifications. For specific entry requirements please visit our website. Guide to Levels L3 Level 3 is an Qualifications: excellent stepping •• BTEC Diploma Level 3 stone to university •• National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 •• Access to Higher Education Equivalent to: •• Foundation Diploma A-levels Typical entry requirements: •• GCSE English and maths grade A*–C/9–4 L2 Most employers Qualifications: use Level 2 as their •• BTEC First Diploma Level 2 minimum entry •• National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 requirement Typical entry requirements: Equivalent to: •• GCSE English and maths grade A*–D/9–3 GCSEs (A*–C/9–4) L1 Level 1 is ideal if Qualifications: you need to start •• BTEC Introductory Diploma Level 1 •• National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 1 a subject or if you Typical entry requirements: need to improve your •• GCSEs grade D/3 or below English, maths or ICT E Entry Level Qualifications: courses build basic •• Entry level certificate Entry Level knowledge, skills Typical entry requirements: •• None and confidence 6

University Level Courses Studying Higher Education at City College gives you a route for progression in your career or a way to achieve new high level skills. Choose from a variety of courses from level 4 to 6 that can help you retrain and/or enter employment at a higher level. Look out for our university level courses featured in this prospectus. L6 Level 6 is the third Qualifications: Guide to Levels year of degree level •• BA (Hons) Level 6 study •• BSc (Hons) Equivalent to: Typical entry requirements: An Honours degree •• Relevant level 5 qualification AND •• GCSE English and maths grade A*–C/9–4 L5 Level 5 is the second Qualifications: year of degree level •• Higher National Diploma (HND) Level 5 study •• Diploma in Higher Education •• Foundation Degree Equivalent to: Second year of a Typical entry requirements: degree •• Relevant level 3 or level 4 qualification AND •• GCSE English and maths grade A*–C/9–4 L4 Level 4 is the first Qualifications: year of degree level •• Higher National Certificate (HNC) Level 4 study Typical entry requirements: Equivalent to: •• Relevant level 3 qualification First year of a degree AND •• GCSE English and maths grade A*–C/9–4 For more information on our university level courses see pages 8–9 7 of this guide or additional information can be found at our website: www.southampton-city.ac.uk/higher-education southampton-city.ac.uk

Higher Education Studying Higher Education at City College Southampton gives you an excellent route for achievement and progression in your chosen career. Our modern campus provides you with the best opportunity to learn in real-life working environments using advanced industry-standard equipment. Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for financial assistance to support you during your course at College. Higher Education On average, studying an HNC or HND with us can be as much as 61% cheaper than studying for a degree at university. According to the NUS, student living costs, such as accommodation, now average £12,000 per year Our close partnerships with regional universities give you the option to top-up to a full honours degree. Our degree level courses offer you an excellent entry point to go on to achieve a full degree 8

Our university level courses are career focused giving you excellent practical skills and Higher Education academic knowledge to help you progress your career, enter employment at a higher level or to achieve a degree. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan BA (Hons) in Person-Centred 6 1 year 13/01/20 Mon 09:30 - 16:00 £3,650 HE Counselling & Psychotherapy 5 2 years 15/01/20 Wed 09:00 - 15:00 £3,650 HE 16/01/20 Thu 15:00 - 21:00 per year (Validated by Middlesex University) 5 3 years 09/09/19 Mon 13:00 - 17:00 £2,900 HE per year Diploma in HE in Tue Person-Centred 5 2 years 10/09/19 Tue & Wed 17:30 - 21:00 £2,265 HE Counselling 5 1 year 10/09/19 Wed & Thu 09:30 - 17:00 per year HE 4 1 year 11/09/19 Tue & Wed 09:30 - 17:00 £3,750 HE (Validated by 5 1 year 10/09/19 Wed & Thu 09:00 - 17:00 HE Middlesex University) 4 1 year 11/09/19 09:00 - 17:00 £3,750 HE Tue Foundation Degree in Early 4 2 years 10/09/19 14:00 - 21:00 £3,750 HE Years Care & Education £3,750 (Validated and awarded by the University of Portsmouth) £2,250 per year Diploma in Education & Training HND in Art & Design HNC in Art & Design HND in Photography HNC in Photography HNC in Engineering Higher Education courses at City College Southampton 9 meet the standards of the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Access to Higher Education Our Access to HE courses are designed for adults who want to enter Higher Education but may not have the usual qualifications such as A-levels. They are accredited through Laser Learning Awards and will help you develop the skills you need to prepare for university. If you take an Advanced Learner Loan to pay for your Access course and then complete a degree you won’t have to pay the Access loan back. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Nursing and Healthcare 10/09/19 Tue & Thu Access to Higher Education Professions 3 1 year 10/09/19 Tue & Wed 09:15 - 16:30 £3,200 19+ 10/09/19 Tue & Thu 16:00 - 21:00 Social Science & Humanities 3 1 year 10/09/19 Tue & Thu Social Sciences 3 1 year 10/09/19 Tue & Thu 09:15 - 16:30 £3,200 19+ Teacher Education 3 1 year 17/09/19 Pre-Access 2 20 weeks Tue 09:15 - 16:30 £3,200 19+ 09:15 - 16:30 £3,200 19+ 09:15 - 16:30 £385 If you are aged under 24 and have not yet completed a level 3 course* £ Charlie Duncombe You may qualify to pay no fees for At City College: these courses* Access to HE (Social Sciences) Now: BA (Hons) Social Work at Solent University 98% get into their 1st choice university

Accounting Whether you are looking to improve your employment opportunities or develop your existing skills, our accounting courses are ideal for you. These AAT qualifications are a highly respected foundation for chartered accountancy and recognised worldwide. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan AAT Professional Diploma £2,165 in Accounting 4 1 year 10/09/19 Tue & Thu 18:00 - 21:00 £2,165 19+ 3 1 year 12/09/19 Thu 09:30 - 16:30 19+ AAT Advanced Diploma 10/09/19 18:00 - 21:00 £910 in Accounting 2 1 year 11/09/19 Tue & Thu 09:30 - 16:30 Accounting 10/09/19 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 AAT Foundation Certificate 12/09/19 09:30 - 13:30 in Accounting 17/09/19 Tue & Thu 09:30 - 13:30 13/01/20 Thu 09:30 - 13:30 Tue Mon UK Accountancy & Auditing Industry worth £5 billion Earn up to £30,000 as a Finance Officer APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 11

Art, Design & Photography If you are looking to learn a new skill or expand your existing skills, our range of art, design and photography courses from beginners to advanced will inspire you to develop your creative knowledge and techniques. Take advantage of our fully-equipped photography and art studios and learn from our industry expert tutors. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan HND in Art & Design 5 1 year 10/09/19 Tue & Wed 09:30 - 17:00 £3,750 HE HNC in Art & Design Art, Design & Photography HND in Photography 4 1 year 11/09/19 Wed & Thu 09:30 - 17:00 £3,750 HE HNC in Photography Foundation Diploma in 5 1 year 10/09/19 Tue & Wed 09:00 - 17:00 £3,750 HE Art & Design Certificate in Photography 4 1 year 11/09/19 Wed & Thu 09:00 - 17:00 £3,750 HE Award in Photography 3 1 year 09/09/19 Mon, Thu 09:00 - 17:00 £4,120 19+ Drawing & Painting & Fri for Leisure 3 22 weeks 08/01/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:30 £650 Photography for Beginners & Improvers 3 13 weeks 11/09/19 Wed 18:00 - 20:30 £385 £165 Adobe Photoshop E 11 weeks 11/09/19 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 & Lightroom 15/01/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 Fashion & Textiles Wed 18:00 - 20:30 8 weeks 29/04/20 E 11 weeks 10/09/19 Tue 18:00 - 20:00 14/01/20 Tue 18:00 - 20:00 £165 Tue 18:00 - 20:30 8 weeks 28/04/20 E 10 weeks 29/04/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 £200 E 10 weeks 29/04/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 £200 Charlotte Dennis At City College: HND in Art & Design Now: MA Fine Art at University for the Creative Arts (Farnham) The HND is an excellent route to University and I was able to work while studying. You don’t just learn how to create art, but also how to exhibit your work and to make a living as an artist. 12

Beauty If you are interested in starting out or progressing your career in the dynamic and fast-moving beauty industry, our range of short and long courses are for you. Develop your skills and techniques in our fully equipped beauty salon learning from our industry-experienced tutors. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Beauty Therapy – Massage Award in Body Massage 3 1 year 17/09/19 Tue & Thu 17:00 - 21:00 £2,165 19+ NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy 3 16 weeks 17/09/19 Tue 17:00 - 21:00 £540 Award in Lash & Brow Treatments 2 1 year 17/09/19 Tue & Thu 17:00 - 21:00 £1,310 Award in Make-Up 2 11 weeks 07/01/20 Tue 17:00 - 21:00 £200 Award in Manicure 18/09/19 Wed 17:00 - 21:00 £400 Beauty Wed 17:00 - 21:00 Pedicure Treatments 2 12 weeks 08/01/20 Wed 17:00 - 21:00 £200 Waxing Techniques 11/03/20 Tue 17:00 - 21:00 £165 Fri 10:00 - 15:00 £410 2 12 weeks 17/09/19 Tue 17:00 - 21:00 28/02/20 Thu 17:00 - 21:00 2 6 weeks 05/11/19 2 12 weeks 19/09/19 UK Hair & Beauty industry worth £7 billion OVER 40,000 13 hairdressing, barbering and beauty businesses in the UK Earn up to £30,000 as a Beauty Consultant APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Business & Work Skills Our business courses focus on professional development to help you upskill or get into work. They can help you achieve your work goals, secure a promotion or to fill a knowledge gap. Our distance learning courses also provides an excellent, flexible way for you to study. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan 11/09/19 CMI Coaching & Mentoring 3 1 year On demand Wed 17:30 - 20:30 £1,987 19+ 2 Various On demand Business Administration 2 Various On demand Distance Learning £30 2 Various On demand Business & Work Skills Business Start-Up 2 Various Distance Learning £30 *coming soon 2 Various Distance Learning £30 Customer Service 2 Various 2 Various Distance Learning £30 Information, Advice & 2 Various Guidance 1 2 weeks On demand Distance Learning £30 Lean Organisation 1 1 week £30 Management Techniques 1 1 week On demand Distance Learning £30 1 2 weeks On demand Distance Learning £30 Mental Health Awareness 1 2 weeks On demand Distance Learning £0 £0 Retail Operations Various Mon - Fri 09:00 - 17:00 £0 £0 Team Leading Various Mon - Fri 09:00 - 17:00 £0 Award in Business Various Mon - Fri 09:00 - 17:00 Administration Various Mon - Fri 09:00 - 17:00 Award in Retail Various Mon - Fri 09:00 - 17:00 Award in Retail (Portsmouth venue) Award in Warehousing Award in Work Skills 14

Childcare & Early Years Our courses are ideal if you are interested in starting a career working with children or are already an early years professional with the enthusiasm and desire to develop and progress your career. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan 3 years 09/09/19 Mon Foundation Degree in Early 5 13:00 - 17:00 £2,900 HE Years Care & Education 3 1 year 18/09/19 Wed per year 1 year 18/09/19 Wed (Validated and awarded by 1 year 10/09/19 Tue 09:30 - 12:30 £1,415 19+ Childcare & Early Years the University of Portsmouth) NCFE CACHE Certificate in Supporting Teaching & Learning NCFE Certificate in 2 09:30 - 12:30 £845 Supporting Teaching & 18:00 - 20:00 £1,440 Learning in Schools NCFE CACHE Diploma for the 2Early Years Practitioner Linda Sarro At City College: L2 & L3 CACHE Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) Now: Nursery Assistant at Southampton Day Nursery. APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 15

Computer Skills & IT Do you need to develop your computer skills or are you looking to master them for the first time? Available for both beginners and those that want to improve their existing skills, our courses will help you develop your IT skills and experience. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Wed Award in 2D CAD 3 22 weeks 11/09/19 17:30 - 20:30 £0* 2 24 weeks 11/09/19 Wed £230 NOCN Certificate in 14:00 - 17:00 £230 Computer Skills & IT IT User Skills 1 24 weeks 11/09/19 Wed 17:30 - 20:30 £325 Wed 14:00 - 17:00 NOCN Certificate in 1 10 weeks 02/10/19 Wed 17:30 - 20:30 IT User Skills 26/02/20 18:00 - 20:00 18:00 - 20:00 Computer Aided Design: AutoCAD Foundation Subject to funding confirmation* 72% of employers say they are unwilling to interview candidates who do not have basic IT skills 90% of new jobs require digital skills 16

Construction & Building Services Our courses are ideal if you want to get into or progress your career in technical and management roles in the professional build and building services sectors. You’ll be taught by tutors with industry experience to give you the right range of skills and knowledge. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Construction & Building Services 1 year BTEC Diploma in Building 3 13/09/19 Fri 09:00 - 16:00 £3,345 19+ Services Enginerring 1 year BTEC Diploma in 3 1 year 13/09/19 Fri 09:00 - 16:00 £3,345 19+ Civil Engineering 18 13/09/19 Fri 09:00 - 16:00 £3,345 19+ 10/09/19 Tue & Thu 18:00 - 21:00 £3,445 19+ BTEC Diploma in Construction 3 months 3 1 year EAL Diploma in Electrical Installation 1 year 18 NVQ Diploma in 2 10/09/19 Tue Various £3,445 Wood Occupations (OSAT) 2 months 1 year 10/09/19 Tue Various £3,445 NVQ Diploma in Bricklaying (OSAT) 1 year EMTA Diploma in 2 07/01/20 Tue & Thu 18:00 - 21:00 £1,955 Electrical Installation NVQ Diploma in 2 09/09/19 Mon Various £3,445 Painting & Decorating (OSAT) Diploma in Bricklaying 1 10/09/19 Tue & Thu 18:00 - 21:00 £2,585 28co0n,s0tr0uc0tion 17 businesses in the UK 179,000 new construction jobs by 2021 APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Counselling & Psychotherapy If you wish to become a professional counsellor our range of courses are accessible to all. The professional counselling and psychotherapy training is delivered by our experienced and practising team, giving you the best opportunity to develop your skills and experience. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Counselling & Psychotherapy BA (Hons) in Person-Centred 6 1 year 13/01/20 Mon 09:30 - 16:00 £3,650 HE Counselling & Psychotherapy 5 2 years 15/01/20 Wed 09:00 - 15:00 £3,650 HE 15:00 - 21:00 per year (Validated by 16/01/20 Thu Middlesex University) 12/09/19 Thu Diploma in HE in 13/09/19 Fri Person-Centred 30/01/20 Thu Counselling 30/01/20 Thu 28/02/20 Fri (Validated by 10/09/19 Tue Middlesex University) 12/09/19 Thu 05/11/19 Tue 3Certificate in Counselling Skills 27 06/11/19 Wed 18:00 - 21:00 £565 weeks 07/01/20 Tue 09:30 - 12:30 £155 16/01/20 Thu 09:30 - 12:30 Introduction to Counselling 2 6 weeks 27/02/20 Thu 18:00 - 21:00 23/04/20 Thu 13:00 - 16:00 09:30 - 12:30 18:00 - 21:00 09:30 - 12:30 18:00 - 21:00 09:30 - 12:30 18:00 - 21:00 18:00 - 21:00 18:00 - 21:00 100% 100% BA (Hons) students pass rate on all achieved 2:1 or higher counselling courses 2018/19 2018/19 18

Electrical & Engineering Choose from our electrical and engineering courses ranging from introductory to degree level studies. Take advantage of our purpose-built electrical and engineering workshops and learn from our industry expert tutors. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan £2,250 HNC in Engineering 4 2 years 10/09/19 Tue 14:00 - 21:00 per year HE £1,645 19+ BTEC Certificate in 3 1 year 12/09/19 Thu 18:00 - 21:00 Engineering £0* 19+ Award in 2D CAD 3 22 weeks 11/09/19 Wed 17:30 - 20:30 £3,445 Electrical & Engineering EAL Diploma in TBC Electrical Installation 3 18 months 10/09/19 Tue & Thu 18:00 - 21:00 £1,955 18th Edition *coming soon EMTA Diploma in 3 3 days Various Various Various £325 Electrical Installation Computer Aided Design: 2 18 months 07/01/20 Tue & Thu 18:00 - 21:00 £450 AutoCAD Foundation 1 10 weeks 02/10/19 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 Introductory Welding Skills 26/02/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 02/10/19 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 1 10 weeks 15/01/20 22/04/20 Subject to funding confirmation* Dmitrijus Sluka HNC in Engineering APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 19

English (Literacy) Do you struggle with reading and writing? Do you struggle to help your children with their homework? Do you want to get a job or a promotion? Are you looking to improve your English skills? If your answer to any of these questions is yes, then taking an English course could be for you. Improve your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and learn how to use English in everyday situations. When you apply to study English we will invite you into College to advise you which level is right for you before you start your course. Courses start throughout the year and are available in the morning, afternoon and evenings. English (Literacy) Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan GCSE English 11/09/19 Wed 12:30 - 15:30 FREE* 2 1 year 12/09/19 Thu 09:00 - 12:00 Functional English Basic Literacy 2 Various Various FREE 1 Various E Various Various FREE E Various *Our GCSE English courses are FREE unless you have already achieved this qualification at grade C/4 or above FREE* KEY Daytime classes Evening classes courses regardless of your age Alan Shaw English and Maths 20

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) If English is not your first or main language and you are looking to study or work and live English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) in the UK, our ESOL courses are ideal for you. You will learn English through speaking, reading, writing and listening as well as spelling and grammar. You will be in a class with students from different countries and will learn about English culture and society. If you are interested in applying for university or need to prove your international language levels for work, the IELTS course is an ideal choice. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan IELTS 10/01/20 Fri 09:00 - 12:00 £275 2 10 weeks 24/04/20 Fri 09:00 - 12:00 £250 Award in ESOL Skills 9 weeks Various Various 2 1 Various £740 E KEY Daytime classes Evening classes ¼ of the world’s population speak some English Around 500,000 people travel to the UK every year to learn English Over 840 million 21 people have English as their first or second language APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

First Aid Our First Aid courses teach real life-saving skills that can be used both in and out of the workplace. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Emergency First Aid at Work £90 First Aid at Work E 1 day 17/10/19 Thu 09:00 - 17:00 £390 First Aid Annual Refresher E 3 days 13/02/20 Thu 09:00 - 17:00 £180 E 2 days 07/05/20 Thu 09:00 - 17:00 First Aid 23/09/19 Mon - Wed 09:00 - 17:00 03/02/20 Mon - Wed 09:00 - 17:00 09/06/20 Tue - Thu 09:00 - 17:00 11/11/19 Mon & Tue 09:00 - 17:00 30/01/20 Thu & Fri 09:00 - 17:00 18/05/20 Mon & Tue 09:00 - 17:00 30.7 million working days lost due to work-related illness and workplace injury 555,000 injuries occurred at work according to the Labour Force Survey 22

Hairdressing & Barbering Are you passionate about style, love hair and working with people? A career in this exciting industry is ideal for hardworking creatives who have a good attention to detail. We have a range of long and short courses all taught in our fully-equipped commercial salons. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan 17/09/19 Tue & Thu 17:00 - 21:00 £1,950 Diploma in Hair Services 3 1 year 19/09/19 Thu & Fri 09:30 - 15:00 £1,525 19+ 2 1 year 17/09/19 11:00 - 18:30 £1,050 NVQ Diploma in Barbering 2 1 year 17/09/19 Tue 17:30 - 21:00 £280 Hairdressing & Barbering 2 12 weeks 17/10/19 Tue & Thu 09:30 - 15:00 Certificate in 07/01/20 Thu & Fri 11:00 - 18:30 Women’s Hairdressing Tue Award in Cutting Mens Hair Refresher Course for 2 12 weeks 07/11/19 Thu 17:30 - 21:00 £390 Hairdressers (Cutting) Refresher Course for 2 12 weeks 27/02/20 Thu 14:00 - 18:00 £390 Hairdressers (Colouring) Earn up to 23 £30,000 as a Hairdresser OVER 35,000 hair salons in the UK 44% of those working in hairdressing and barbering are self-employed APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Health & Social Care If you are looking for a formal qualification in health and social care and need to balance your busy life with learning, our distance learning courses below are ideal for you. Health & Social Care Course title Level Start date Cost Autism On demand £30 Behaviour that Challenges 2 On demand £30 Care and Management of Diabetes 2 On demand £30 Care Planning 2 On demand £30 Common Childhood Illnesses 2 On demand £30 Dementia Care 2 On demand £30 Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health & Social Care 2 On demand £30 End of Life Care 2 On demand £30 Falls Prevention 2 On demand £30 Improving Service User Experience in Health & Social Care 2 On demand £30 Mental Health Awareness 2 On demand £30 Nutrition & Health 2 On demand £30 Prevention & Control of Infection in Health Care Settings 2 On demand £30 Safeguarding & Prevent 2 On demand £30 Working with People with Mental Health Needs 2 On demand £30 Working with Children & Young People with Mental Health Needs 2 On demand £30 2 DISTANCE 7,000 LEARNING COURSES people in the UK are autistic 24 16 MILLION people in the UK experience a mental health illness

Hospitality & Catering Whether you are looking at learning a new skill or a career in the industry our hospitality and catering courses are ideal for you. Take advantage of our excellent training kitchens and our industry expert tutors to develop your skills. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Diploma in Professional Cookery 2 1 year 16/09/19 Mon 09:00 - 15:00 £1,490 Baking for Beginners 15/10/19 Tue 17:45 - 20:45 Tue 17:45 - 20:45 Chefs Academy E 6 weeks 11/02/20 Tue 17:45 - 20:45 £125 Hospitality & Catering (for Year 9 - 11 students) 31/03/20 Thu 17:00 - 19:00 £150 Thu 17:00 - 19:00 E 6 weeks 12/09/19 09/01/20 1.7 MILLION 25 employed in UK hospitality industry Over 70,000 restaurants in the UK Earn up to £50,000 as a Head Chef APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Life & Living Skills Our creative leisure course for adults with learning difficulties/disabilities is aimed at developing confidence, independence, communication and social skills through a range of creative activities. Students are encouraged to suggest and choose activities and places to visit. Enthusiasm and willingness to take part is key as activities are wide ranging and “hands on” including arts and crafts, cookery, ICT and off-site trips to places of interest. Students are encouraged to participate in wider college activities and celebrate cultural events as appropriate. Life & Living Skills Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Learning Through Creative E 1 year 12/09/19 Thu 09:00 - 14:00 £1,805 Activities (Leisure) David Kean Learning Through Creative Activities (Leisure) 26

Marine If you would like to train to become a marine engineer or develop your existing experience, our professional training courses will give you the platform you need. Based at our state-of-the-art Marine Skills Centre on the waterside in Woolston, you will be trained by our industry experienced tutors. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan C&G Diploma in Marine 3 1 year 11/09/19 Wed 09:00 - 16:30 £3,345 19+ Construction, Engineering & Maintenance (Marine 2 1 year 11/09/19 Wed 09:00 - 16:30 £1,520 Engineering) C&G Diploma in Marine Engineering Marine Over 1 million 27 boats/water sports craft owned by UK households The UK is the THIRD largest boat-builder in Europe Earn up to £55,000 as a Marine Engineer APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk

Maths (Numeracy) Do you struggle with everyday maths? Do you struggle to check your bills or help your children with their homework? Do you want to get a job or a promotion? Do you want to get a recognised qualification? If your answer to any of these questions is yes, then taking a Maths course could be for you. When you apply to study Maths we will invite you into the College to check which level of course is right for you to start on. Courses start throughout the year and are available in the morning, afternoon and evenings. Maths (Numeracy) Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan GCSE Maths 11/09/19 Wed 12:30 - 15:30 FREE* 2 1 year 12/09/19 Thu 09:00 - 12:00 Functional Maths Basic Numeracy 2 Various Various FREE 1 Various E Various Various FREE E Various FREE* *Our GCSE Maths courses are FREE unless you have already achieved this qualification at grade C/4 or above courses regardless of your age KEY Daytime classes Evening classes 28

Teacher Education & Training Our range of teacher education, assessor and quality assurance training courses are perfect if you want additional training in the sector. Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Loan Diploma in Education 5 2 years 10/09/19 Tue 17:30 - 21:00 £2,265 HE & Training 4 1 year per year Certificate in Leading the 4 1 year Various Various £810 19+ Teacher Education & Training IQA of Assessment Processes & Practices 3 1 year Various Various £525 3 1 year Award in the IQA of 3 1 year Various Various £525 Assessment Processes 3 1 year & Practice 3 1 year Various Various £810 19+ Award in Assessing 2 1 year Various Various £525 Competence in the Work Environment 10/09/19 Tue & Thu 09:15 - 16:30 £3,200 19+ Certificate in Assessing 18/09/19 Wed 09:30 - 12:30 £1,415 19+ Vocational Achievement 18/09/19 Wed 09:30 - 12:30 £1,440 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement Access to HE (Teacher Education) CACHE Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning NCFE Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 29

Leisure Courses Our leisure courses are perfect whether you want to learn a new skill, improve your knowledge or take up a new hobby and meet new friends. Take advantage of our excellent facilities and industry expert tutors to develop your skills and achieve your goals. Art, Design & Photography Leisure Courses Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost 11 weeks 11/09/19 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 £165 Drawing & Painting for Leisure E 11 weeks 15/01/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 8 weeks 29/04/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:30 £165 Photography for E 11 weeks 10/09/19 Tue 18:00 - 20:00 £200 Beginners & Improvers E 11 weeks 14/01/20 Tue 18:00 - 20:00 £200 Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom E 8 weeks 28/04/20 Tue 18:00 - 20:30 Fashion & Textiles 10 weeks 29/04/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 10 weeks 29/04/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 30

Engineering Level Length Start date Day Time Cost £325 Course title 1 10 weeks 02/10/19 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 Computer Aided Design: 26/02/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 £450 AutoCAD Foundation 1 10 weeks 02/10/19 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 15/01/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 Introductory Welding Skills 22/04/20 Wed 18:00 - 20:00 Hospitality & Catering Course title Level Length Start date Day Time Cost Leisure Courses Baking for Beginners 15/10/19 Tue 17:45 - 20:45 Chefs Academy E 6 weeks 11/02/20 Tue 17:45 - 20:45 £125 (for Year 9 - 11 students) 31/03/20 Tue 17:45 - 20:45 E 6 weeks 12/09/19 Thu 17:00 - 19:00 09/01/20 £150 Thu 17:00 - 19:00 Baking for Beginners student APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 31

Distance Learning Are you looking for a qualification to help you get back into work or further your career? Our distance learning qualifications provide you with the flexibility to study at a time and place that suits you. They are ideal if you need to balance your learning around other commitments and if you’re self-motivated to learn. Distance Learning Course title Level Start date Cost Autism On demand £30 Behaviour that Challenges 2 On demand £30 Business Administration 2 On demand £30 Business Start-Up - Coming soon 2 On demand £30 Care and Management of Diabetes 2 On demand £30 Care Planning 2 On demand £30 Common Childhood Illnesses 2 On demand £30 Customer Service 2 On demand £30 Dementia Care 2 On demand £30 Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health & Social Care 2 On demand £30 End of Life Care 2 On demand £30 Falls Prevention 2 On demand £30 2 Linda Sarro At City College: Distance Learning 32

Course title Level Start date Cost Distance Learning Improving Service User Experience in Health & Social Care On demand £30 Information Advice & Guidance 2 On demand £30 Lean Organisation Management Techniques 2 On demand £30 Mental Health Awareness 2 On demand £30 Nutrition & Health 2 On demand £30 Prevention & Control of Infection in Health Care Settings 2 On demand £30 Retail Operations 2 On demand £30 Safeguarding & Prevent 2 On demand £30 Team Leading 2 On demand £30 Working with People with Mental Health Needs 2 On demand £30 Working with Children & Young People with Mental Health Needs 2 On demand £30 2 Fit your learning Set your own You decide around your work pace of study when and where and home life you study Cost-effective Pursue a job couses while you study APPLY AT southampton-city.ac.uk 33

Be an apprentice Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are a great way to develop relevant work skills and gain nationally recognised qualifications whilst being employed and earning a wage. More and more people are finding apprenticeships to be a fantastic route into a high level career. Not just for school and college leavers! Adults are also able to undertake an apprenticeship programme with the support of their employer. It costs you nothing! An apprenticeship is paid for by the government and your employer. However, you must put in the time and effort required to successfully complete the apprenticeship, which can take between 1 to 4 years to complete. To start an apprenticeship you will need an employer who covers the range of work required for your chosen apprenticeship route, allowing you to develop your skills both at work and college. Apprenticeships at City College Business Engineering Marine Business Administration Building Services Boat Building Customer Service Engineering Marine Engineering Information Technology (IT) Fabrication & Welding Team Leading/Supervision Heating & Ventilation Motor Vehicle Mechanical Engineering Heavy Motor Vehicle Construction (Machinist) Light Motor Vehicle Bricklaying Mechanical Engineering Carpentry & Joinery (Mechatronics) Service Industries Civil Engineering Barbering Construction Contracting Health and Care Hairdressing Electrical Installation Early Years (Childcare) Painting & Decorating CONTACT US 97% For more information on becoming an apprentice: of apprentices said their ability 023 8048 4848 to do the job [email protected] had improved www.southampton-city.ac.uk 34

Apprenticeships for your business Apprenticeships are a cost-effective way What’s more, it could cost your business Apprenticeships to train both new and existing employees nothing extra under the Apprenticeship who are moving into a new or changed job Levy rules, depending on the size of role and require new skills. They are work- your organisation. based training programmes designed We can help your business recruit around the needs of employers, which lead apprentices that meet your needs as well to nationally recognised qualifications. as help progress and develop someone in your existing workforce. Benefits of employing an apprentice Once the apprentice starts we continue our support and guidance for both you and the •• Develop a qualified and experienced apprentice with our dedicated team. member of staff HBL Brickwork •• Your employees will be trained to high occupational standards •• Enthusiastic and motivated workforce for the future •• Increased productivity through trained staff with the right skills for the job •• Great career progression for your workforce •• Increased skills will help strengthen your competitiveness within your industry •• Fantastic for your company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) •• Reduced training & recruitment costs Over apprentices currently 6% CONTACT US training with us For more information on employing above an apprentice: the national average 023 8048 4848 achievement rate [email protected] www.southampton-city.ac.uk 35

Training for Businesses City College has a wealth of experience in providing training services for businesses, from apprenticeships to bespoke training solutions and from short courses to professionally recognised qualifications, across a wide range of industry sectors. We work in partnership with you to develop and upskill your staff to best achieve your business objectives, also offering a 1-2-1 with our workforce team to identify your skills gaps and business needs. Training for Businesses Flexible delivery Our courses are delivered in a variety of ways to suit your business and work patterns; this could be in the evening, in your workplace or through distance learning (meaning your employees don’t even need to come into college!) Free training for your workforce We also have access to a range of funding which means courses may be subsidised or even FREE for your business. We offer the following options: •• Internships •• Redundancy and employability •• Industry related qualifications •• English and maths •• Apprenticeships (see page 35) •• Continuing professional •• Bespoke training solutions •• Work experience and development (CPD) industry placements •• Distance learning knowledge courses TRANT ENGINEERING LTD 36

Continuing professional Bespoke training solutions Training for Businesses development (CPD) We recognise that off-the-shelf training courses may not always be the best Our distance learning courses are ideal for solution for your business needs, so we your employees’ continuing professional can also offer a bespoke training solutions development and are priced at just £30 package. By working closely with you to each. They can be completed anywhere identify the issues and skills gaps you and in their own time, around work shifts want to address, we can then design and and family life. To see a list of our distance develop appropriate training solutions. learning courses turn to pages 32-33 or Our bespoke training courses are visit our website. competitively priced and we may also be able to help you to access funding, which English and maths means courses may be subsidised or even FREE for your business. If you have staff that need to develop their reading, writing and/or numeracy skills, we Examples of training solutions can support with basic English and maths recently delivered: courses at no cost to you or your business. •• Computer Aided Design (CAD) Redundancy and employability •• CMI Coaching & Mentoring •• CMI Leadership & Management We can also support your business through •• Electrical Installation 18th Edition any redundancy, company reorganisation •• Fabrication & Welding and employability situations. We have •• Hospitality Supervision funding available to support you and your •• HNC in Engineering workforce with skills support. Work experience & industry placements We are always looking for employers to support our current students to gain work experience within their vocational areas. This could be anything from 5 days to 50 days over a year. If you think you can support us, please do get in contact. CONTACT US Contact us now to find out how we can help your business succeed 023 8048 4848 [email protected] www.southampton-city.ac.uk 37

Do I Need to Pay Fees? Some courses are free to you – as the government pays for them in full – others you or your employer have to pay for. If you do have to pay course fees there are a number of ways which we can help you. Do I Need to Pay Fees? No fees We can make it easier to pay Maths and English* courses at entry level, If the course you choose is more than levels 1 and 2 are all free, and there is no age 8 weeks long you can set up an interest limit. You could be 19, 32 or 55! You don’t free payment plan to pay the fees. need to pay course fees if you are aged Payments are taken each month, with the under 24 at the start of your course and... last payment taken 2 months before the •• it is your first full level 2 qualification course ends. Each instalment must be a minimum of £50. If you leave the course (the equivalent of five GCSEs at before the end you will still have to pay the grades A*–C / 9–4 ) full course fee. •• it is your first full level 3 qualification (the equivalent of two A-level passes) Fees paid by employers * ESOL courses are not included If your employer is paying for a course for you, they will need to complete an Unemployed or on benefits? Employer Authority Form and return it to the College. Until this is received course If you are 19 or older and unemployed fees are your liability. Employers can pay or receiving benefits, you may be able to by company cheque, credit or debit card study for free or receive a discounted rate or BACS. They have to pay in full at the if you are studying level 2 or below. start of the course. Low wage? Download the form at www.southampton-city.ac.uk/ If you’re aged 19 or older, working and student-support earning £16,009 or less, you may be able to study for free if you’re studying level 2 CONTACT US or below. For more information on course costs or loans available please call: Financial support 023 8048 4848 You could get extra money if you’re [email protected] experiencing financial hardship. You may be, for example: •• a student with children •• a mature student with existing financial commitments •• from a low-income family •• disabled •• previously in care (a ‘care leaver’) •• homeless 38

Qualify now, pay later Don’t let the cost stop you from learning new skills. You can take a loan to cover the costs. See below. Advanced Learner Loans 19+ Do I Need to Pay Fees? If you are aged 19 or over and want to study a further education Look for this symbol course at level 3 or above, you may need to pay course fees. next to all courses If you do need to pay you can take advantage of the Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you don’t have to eligible for an start repaying until you finish the course and you’re earning Advanced Learner over £25,725 a year. You may also be eligible to apply for the College Bursary to assist with the cost of attending College, Loan e.g. travel, course equipment, and meals. Higher Education Loans HE If you wish to study your first degree or other Higher Education Look for this symbol course, you can apply to the Student Loans Company to next to all courses help finance your fees. To help with your tuition fees you can eligible for a Higher apply for a Tuition Fee Loan (non-income assessed) and a Maintenance Loan for accommodation and living costs whilst Education Loan you are studying. Professional and Career Development Loans These loans can be used to pay for courses and training that help with your career or help get you into work. You may be able to borrow between £300 and £10,000. For more information or to apply for any of these loans visit www.gov.uk/student-finance 39

Supporting You Supporting You Need advice and guidance? Learning Resource Centre Come and see our dedicated Information Our Learning Resource Centre has a wide and Advice Team who can help you with range of books, ebooks, magazines etc, all aspects of finding and applying for our a dedicated support centre, free Wi-Fi courses. and study zones. It also hosts study skills workshops to help you with your studies. We are open: Monday–Thursday 9:00–16:30 Learning support Friday 9:00–16:00 As a student at City College there may Please check our website for extended be extra help and support available if opening hours. required. If you have a disability or learning difficulty, please contact us to discuss your Futures support needs in confidence. We have a team of highly specialised staff plus special Your specialist one-stop shop based at resources and equipment available to City College for everything related to support you, but we will need to assess finding employment or going to university, and discuss your individual requirements including: before you apply. To discuss your learning •• Interview and presentation skills support needs, please email: •• Searching for job opportunities [email protected] •• Job and apprenticeship vacancies •• Higher education and Pastoral support university information Our team of Student Advisors are here •• UCAS applications to support you with any concerns about •• Student finance application support health, wellbeing and safety. They can help you access other services including Careers guidance support for housing, counselling and relationships. If you ever feel unsafe, our We work closely with the National Careers safeguarding team are here to help you. Service who are regularly at the college to offer impartial careers guidance to students and members of the public. To book an appointment call ® 0800 100 900. City College are proud to hold the Matrix quality standard, awarded in recognition of the professionalism and quality of our support and guidance. 40

How to Apply 1 2 3 How to Apply Find your course Apply Enrol Find the course that Online We will contact you interests you in this By phone with all the information prospectus or online. In person you need to enrol. Entry to some courses may require an interview. Please check our website for further information. Equal Opportunities At City College Southampton we provide a learning and working environment where people are treated with respect. This means welcoming and valuing the richness of diversity by treating people as individuals and considering all applications fairly and equally. Apply today Important Notice Information & Advice Team City College The information in this guide was correct at the time of St Mary Street publication (May 2019) and may be subject to change Southampton SO14 1AR without prior notice. 023 8048 4848 Courses will run if sufficient enrolments are received. [email protected] When there are too few enrolments, the College may www.southampton-city.ac.uk cancel the course even after receiving payment. If this happens and there is no suitable alternative course, the College will refund all fees paid as soon as possible. 41

Where to Find Us 467 Civic Centre NST City 8 9 11 12 17 18 2 3 John Hansard East Gallery Park 40 X4 X5 New Road Southampton 20 Minutes Solent University ß Southampton Civic Centre Road Central Station Harbour Parade Portland Terrace Palmerston Palmerston Road Kingsway Park Where to Find Us 1 24 7 17 18 2 3 Pound Tree Road South Front 6 7 8 9 11 13 40 X4 X5 10 Minutes Vincent’s Walk Houndwell Hoglands Above Bar Street Park Park West Quay Primark Houndwell Place Hanover Buildings Debenhams Bargate Queensway Castle Way East Street West Quay Road A33 KEY Train Station Bus Stop High Street HYTHE FERRY ISLE OF WIGHT Bluestar First FERRY Please check with bus companies for latest information 20 Minutes College Car Park â Town Quay and ferry terminal Public Car Park Please check car park for parking charges 42

Parking is available in nearby pay and City College display car parks as well as on-street St Mary Street metered parking bays around the Southampton SO14 1AR College. There is also limited on-site pay and display parking after 4:30pm. ä Northam Bridge A3024 Britannia Road Old Northam Road St Mary’s Where to Find Us Stadium River Itchen Coleman Street Peartree Road Bridge Road St Mary Street Marine Sea Road 73 Skills 6 9 11 Centre 13 X4 X5 St Mary’s 7 Hazel Road Radstock Road Church 9 13 Marine Parade B3038 Chapel Road Manor Road Itchen Bridge A3025 Woolston Station Wharf Road Garton Road Woodley Road Victoria Road Portsmouth Road Marsh Lane Central Bridge Woolston à Itchen Bridge A3025 43

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