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Further Education Prospectus
Colchester - Braintree
21/
22
Full-time Courses and Apprenticeships
EVE N T S
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are the perfect CAMPUS CAMPUS
opportunity to find Saturday 17th October 2020 Wednesday 21st October 2020
out more about 10am – 1pm 5pm – 8pm
studying at one of Monday 19th October 2020 Saturday 7th November 2020
5pm – 8pm 10am – 1pm
our campuses
Thursday 22nd October 2020 Monday 18th January 2021
5pm – 8pm 5pm – 7pm
Wednesday 20th January 2021
5pm – 8pm
Apprenticeship Information Evenings
CO COLCHESTER CAMPUS BR BRAINTREE CAMPUS
Tuesday 2nd February 2021 Thursday 13th May 2021
5pm – 7pm 5pm – 7pm
Wednesday 2nd June 2021
5pm – 7pm
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Contents
4 Welcome
6 Benefits of Vocational Study
7 Study Programmes
8 Application Process
10 Our Campuses
20 College Life
21 Work Experience/Industry Placement
22 Careers and Destinations
24 Celebrating Success
25 Top Tips for Parents/Carers
26 Art, Design, Fashion and Photography
28 Business and Accounting
30 Catering and Hospitality
32 Childcare and Early Years
34 Computing and IT
36 Construction and the Trades
Study Programmes
42 Digital Media
44 Engineering and Manufacturing
46 Foundation and Supported Learning
48 Health and Social Care
50 Motor Vehicle
52 Music
54 Performing Arts
56 Public Services
58 Salon Studies (Hairdressing and Beauty)
60 Science
62 Sport
64 Apprenticeships
68 Meet some of our Tutors
70 Horizon Games
71 Join the Conversation/Student App
72 Student Support
73 Fees and Finance
74 Frequently Asked Questions
76 Access to Higher Education
77 Courses for Adults
78 University Centre Colchester
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FURTHER
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INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 3
Welcome
At Colchester
Institute we
are passionate
about your
success.
Our aim is to provide you with every opportunity This guide aims to provide you with the information
to gain the skills, qualifications and experience you need to help you make the right choice about
that will give you the best possible chance your next steps – but it cannot tell you everything!
to succeed on your Study Programme or I hope that you will come and meet with staff and
apprenticeship, to progress onto higher levels students and explore our campuses at one of
of study and to gain rewarding work in the job our Open Events. Come and see for yourself how
or career you choose. continuing your education and training at one of
Colchester Institute’s exciting campuses can set
We have high expectations of our students and in you on the right path to success, whether your
return we want you to have high expectations of next destination is a university degree, a further
us. We aim to deliver on those expectations by course of study, an apprenticeship or into the
ensuring that you receive the best possible practical
world of work.
and learning support to help you to succeed. Our
tutors have excellent experience of the world of
Alison Andreas
work and delivery takes place in industry standard
teaching and training facilities, which are being
updated all the time. In Colchester, we have
recently added a fantastic new facility for training
in Health and Social Care to our £10m development Principal and Chief Executive
supporting STEM subjects, and we now have a
great new fitness gym for use by all students.
At Braintree we have just completed a whole
campus transformation programme, providing
the very best facilities for all subject areas.
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Meeting
the needs Many of the courses we offer are aimed at
targeting the skills priority areas for Essex,
of the local and focus on providing vocational skills and
knowledge required in industry. Recognising this
economy
need for skilled workers not only benefits local
employers but ensures our students are prepared
for employment opportunities after completing
their study programme or apprenticeship.
A120 Haven Gateway Corridor 44,000 new recruits likely 50,000 more nurses and
identified as key area for to be required in 28,000 more primary care
employment growth over construction-related roles professionals working in the
the next 20 years across Essex by 2021 healthcare service by 2024-2025
Greater Essex Growth and Infrastructure Framework 2016-2036 essexesb.co.uk nationalhealthexecutive.com
Adult social care jobs Retail and leisure facilities Colchester ranked 20th in
will increase by 40% planned for Tollgate the UK in 2016 for its high
(from 180,000 to Village would create an concentration of growth in the
250,000 jobs) by 2035 anticipated 1,000 jobs creative and digital sectors
skillsforcare.org.uk Colchesterultraready.co.uk investessex.co.uk
By 2024, industry growth and
There are over
retirement will mean there are UK gaming industry to be 450,000 early years
over 30,000 more beauty worth £10bn by 2023 staff in the UK
vacancies in the UK Telegraph.co.uk
Childcare and Early Years Providers Survey
Career Pilot
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Benefits of Vocational Study
There are many different study options As vocational qualifications are designed in partnership
available after taking GCSEs, if you have an with employers, universities and professional
idea of the job or career you’d like to pursue organisations, your training will enable you to develop
or you wish to continue your education through the skills that are highly valued by employers. You’ll
a particular talent, skill or passion, then one have the opportunity to broaden your understanding
of our technical and professional programmes of your chosen area through work experience and
could be the right choice for you. There’s placements throughout the programme.
a fantastic range of options available and
vocational learning can help you get the skills, In-depth skills and knowledge acquired on a Level 3
experience and qualifications you need to vocational programme can provide the ideal preparation
kick-start your career or to go on to higher for progression to higher level study, such as a degree,
education. Many of these skills are transferable HNC/HND or higher apprenticeship. Most colleges
making these courses a great choice even and universities accept vocational qualifications as
if you haven’t fully made up your mind. fulfilling entry requirements.
Our vocational Study Programmes are designed The UCAS Tariff points system is used when making
to help you learn about specific employment areas, offers to applicants and most post-16 qualifications are
they are hands-on and provide opportunities to allocated a total UCAS point score. The table below
practise skills in real situations while working towards shows how many UCAS points the most common
recognised qualifications. Throughout the programme qualifications are worth.
you’ll be assessed on ability, knowledge and theory
relating directly to your chosen industry, rather than
lots of lengthy essays and exams.
BTEC awards UAL awards AS and A Level awards UCAS
Extended Subsidiary Extended
Diploma Diploma Diploma AS Level A Level Points
Diploma Diploma
D* D* D* D 168
D* D* D 160
D* D D 152
DDD M (High) 144
DDM 128
M 120
DMM D* D* 112
D* D 104
MMM DD 96
D 84
MMP DM 80
MPP MM 64
M 60
D* A* 56
PPP MP D A 48
B 40
PP M C 32
D 24
A 20
P B E 16
C 12
D 10
E 6
D = Distinction M = Merit P = Pass
If you are planning to go on to university after See page 78 for information on degree-level
completing your Level 3 programme you can visit study choices at our very own University Centre
ucas.com to check the UCAS points required for Colchester here at Colchester Institute.
the course you are interested in.
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Study Programmes
What are Study Programmes?
Study Programmes are our name for our full-time Great English and Maths
courses. They combine a number of different
Whichever Study Programme or
components to equip you with a set of well-rounded
apprenticeship you choose, you’ll
skills for the future. Every programme incorporates
a vocational qualification (for example an Extended continue to hone your English and
Diploma), development of Great English and maths skills.
Maths (GEM) and work experience. If you have high GCSE grades (that’s grades 9-4)
we’ll build Great English and Maths (GEM) around
Unsure which programme your main course of study, enhancing your existing
level is for you? skills and developing new ones.
Come along to an Open Event, speak to your If you haven’t yet achieved a high GCSE grade in
Careers Adviser at school for guidance or call English and/or maths, you’ll attend timetabled
our enquiry line: English and/or maths classes and work towards
Phone-Square 01206 712777 resitting your GCSE exams.
GCSE grading system
From the summer of 2020 all reformed GCSE
Technical Training
subjects will have moved to the new grading system.
For ease of reference the 'old' GCSE grade C is Our Technical Training Study
regarded by us as equivalent to a 4, the 'old' grade Programmes are designed for you
D is equivalent to a 3. to develop key industry skills and
practice within your chosen area.
Entry requirements Look out for this
symbol on the All students on these programmes
Specific entry requirements for each programme will begin at the same level,
course pages
are listed on the individual subject pages. In some regardless of grades upon
cases, we will consider other qualifications that are entry, and progress together,
deemed to be equivalent to GCSEs, for example providing each element of the
Functional Skills and qualifications achieved outside course is passed sufficiently.
the UK, provided valid certificates are produced. This training will enable you to
learn professional techniques and
perfect your chosen craft to get
you ready for the working world.
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Application Process
To make your application to Colchester Institute smooth and
stress-free, follow this step-by-step guide and make a note
of the important dates and deadlines
Step 1 Step 2
hoose your
C Create your account
study programme Once you have clicked the ‘Apply Online’
Use this prospectus to have a look at button, you will need to create an account which
all of the full-time programmes and you will use throughout the application process.
apprenticeships that we offer. When Please make sure you use an email address
you have decided which programme that you will be checking regularly and which is
you would like to apply for, find it on professional and appropriate for this purpose.
our website at colchester.ac.uk and Please do not use a school email address.
click the ‘Apply Online’ button. You will be asked to create a password and a
password security answer, so make sure it
Apply Online for Colchester is something memorable - please write it down
somewhere safe so that you don’t forget.
Apply Online for Braintree
Please note: you can only apply for Don’t forget to make a note of your
one full-time programme and one USERNAME and PASSWORD details!
apprenticeship. If you apply for more You will need these later.
than one we will contact you and ask
you to choose which you would like to
continue with.
If at any point you want to
change course, please don't
Step 3
apply again. Just call us on:
Phone-Square 01206 712777 Apply online
After you have created your account, you
will be directed to our application form.
Please fill in the application form, making
sure you answer each question honestly.
You will be asked to enter your predicted (or
actual) GCSE grades and other qualifications,
so please make sure you have these nearby
while you are completing the form.
On the last page of the application form, please
make sure you click the ‘Submit’ button.
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Step 4
Book your interview
Once you have submitted your application
form, a member of the Colchester Institute
Step 5
Admissions team will check all of your details
and your predicted (or actual) grades. They
might email you to ask for more information.
Accept your offer
Once your application has been checked, After your interview you will be sent an email
you will receive an email asking you to log to confirm whether you have been offered a
place. Please remember to keep checking
into your account and book your interview.
your email account.
Make sure you check your emails regularly
or you may miss your opportunity to come When you receive an offer, you must log into
in for your interview. your account again to accept your place.
Step 6
ome along to your
C Welcome and Induction
Welcome day days for 2021
We hold Welcome and induction days at the
end of June to give you a chance to come Colchester:
into the College to meet your tutors and
other students on your course. We strongly
Monday 28th June 2021 or
recommend that you come along to these Tuesday 29 th June 2021
days as they give you a real insight
into what college life will be like. Braintree:
Tuesday 29 th June 2021
Booking holidays?
Please try to avoid taking holidays during
these periods as we may not be able to
guarantee your place at Colchester Institute
if you do not attend on these days.
Step 7
Attend enrolment
The final step in the application process is coming in
after GCSE results day to enrol on your programme.
This will take place between Thursday 19 th August
and Wednesday 1st September 2021.
You will receive your college ID and information about
your first day, then you will come in and start your
course in September.
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Our Campuses
Colchester Braintree
Colchester Institute is a provider of high- Colchester Institute specialises in vocational
quality education, professional development qualifications offering programmes of study for school
and technical skills training across north leavers (16-18year olds), apprenticeships, degrees
Essex operating across two main campuses and also part-time courses for adult learners.
in Colchester and Braintree.
The following pages provide further information
The College offers a full range of courses across specific to each of our two main campuses including
many subjects at a level that will suit different abilities, the areas of study available at each location.
backgrounds and individual future needs. Our
Study Programmes provide fantastic progression
opportunities, whether it’s onto further learning at
university, into an apprenticeship or stepping directly
into a career.
The Colchester campus is home to our higher
education provision, University Centre Colchester,
which offers a wide range of full-time and
part-time foundation and honours degrees,
together with HNC/HNDs, higher apprenticeships
and postgraduate qualifications.
For more information on University Centre
Colchester, turn to page 78.
This symbol shows where we offer a related
Higher Education course
10 Arrow-Circle-Right COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777Cambridgeshire Campus Locations
Suffolk
Saffron
Walden
Harwich
Hertfordshire
Colchester Clacton
Braintree
Waltham
Abbey Chelmsford
To London
ESSEX
Southend
Getting Here
There are a range of services available to help you
plan your route to College including:
Colchester Institute
Sheepen Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3LL
Our Colchester campus benefits from great
links by road and public transport from
surrounding towns and villages. We are just
a short walk from the main line Colchester
train station with regular services from
travelinesoutheast.org.uk nationalrail.co.uk Ipswich, Clacton and Chelmsford, the
(Route planner) or enquiries number town centre offers a number of different
03457 484950 (Rail) bus routes across the local area.
Braintree Campus
Church Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5SN
Located in the leafy suburb of Bocking, a short
essexhighways.org firstgroup.com/essex walk from Braintree town centre. There are
(Bus and Road) (Bus) regular local bus services that stop directly
outside the campus as well as connecting
There are also a number of discounted travel buses to Braintree town centre. The train and
options available to students including a negotiated bus stations offer regular services from Witham,
rate for Colchester Institute students with First Halstead, Bishop's Stortford, Great Dunmow,
buses. If you would like to know more about travel Chelmsford and Colchester.
or discounted tickets please visit our website.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/TRAVEL 11Colchester Campus
Look out for this symbol on CO
our subject area pages
Colchester campus is the largest of the
Colchester Institute sites and is just a What areas are on offer?
short walk from the historic town centre.
Colchester Institute is constantly developing. Access to Higher Education 76
We continue to invest in new and existing
Art, Design, Fashion and Photography 26
buildings, facilities and technology to ensure
you receive the highest quality education and Business and Accounting 28
the best student experience.
Catering and Hospitality 30
More exciting new facilities have been launched
Childcare and Early Years 32
at our Colchester campus with an additional storey
recently built on the existing South Wing building. Computing and IT 34
This new floor is dedicated to training in the areas of
Health and Care, incorporating the latest technology Construction and the Trades - all areas 36-41
and learning resources. Our students are training Digital Media - all areas 42
in a modern environment that mirrors the health
and care industry. Engineering and Manufacturing 44
The new facilities include a skills laboratory, IT suites, Foundation and Supported Learning 46
dental laboratory and interactive classrooms. The
Health and Social Care 48
purpose-built facilities enable students to gain both
the practical and theoretical skills required along with Motor Vehicle 50
the knowledge needed for a successful career in
this rewarding area of work. See page 14 for further Music 52
information on the new Centre for Health and Performing Arts 54
Social Care Professions.
Public Services 56
Every day there is Salon Studies (Hairdressing and Beauty) 58
something new to learn,
Science 60
from the simple things to
really technical challenges. Sport 62
Rhys Vince
Accident Repair and Paint Refinishing student
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Our Colchester campus continues to Exciting cutting-edge immersive technology in the
provide students with the services, support Centre for Health and Social Care Professions can
and professional standard equipment that create simulated learning environments, including
a modern education demands. an interactive hospital ward.
The College has recently completed several At our Colchester campus, students have the
developments to further improve the quality opportunity to benefit from a range of services
of our teaching spaces and create great places at significantly discounted prices, with access to
for you to learn, work and enjoy: food prepared by students in our Chefs facilities
along with hairdressing and beauty services in our
• The new £5m Centre for Health and salons. Students can also enjoy some fantastic
Social Care Professions opened in 2020 concerts and shows.
• £10m STEM (Science, Technology, The campus has a lot on offer for students to
Engineering and Maths) Centre take advantage of, from places to relax where
you can meet with friends such as our new
• Brand new gym facilities
sensory garden and multiple cafés, to dedicated
Our STEM Centre is fully loaded with advanced study areas where you can get on with your work.
equipment, including a HAAS CNC machining Quiet study areas, lecture rooms and versatile
centre, simulation rigs, commercial 3D printers, workspaces all allow teaching and creativity to
air conditioning training rigs, auto-CAD, and flourish. The well-equipped library helps ensure
specialist science equipment, providing students you will always have access to the resources
with access to the tools and equipment they’ll be you need to achieve your academic ambitions.
using in industry.
Alison Andreas,
Principal and Chief Executive
The recent South Wing addition is another step towards achieving our ambitious campus
development plans – all of which are aimed at supporting skills priority areas in Essex. In 2020 we
opened our brand new and superbly-equipped Centre for Health and Social Care Professions – a
wonderful facility to support the training and education of current and future health and social care
professionals, complementing equivalent, recent facilities for Engineering, Manufacturing, Science,
Construction and Digital skills.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/COLCHESTER 13Centre for Health and Social Care Professions
Working in partnership with employers, including
hospitals and care organisations, our fantastic new
Centre for Health and Social Care Professions is
providing a range of training and qualifications to
meet the demand for new recruits within the health
and care sectors.
Courses are designed to address local skills shortages
and are delivered by highly qualified tutors with a diverse
range of professional healthcare experiences.
Located on the fourth floor of our South Wing building
the Centre for Health and Social Care Professions
encompasses 2,000 square metres of innovative
teaching facilities.
The Centre incorporates interactive learning technology to
provide skills laboratories in realistic working environments,
as well as well-equipped classrooms to ensure you are
prepared for higher education (university) or employment.
Learning resources in the Centre include:
• Dedicated skills rooms for role plays and
recorded assessments, a dental surgery
and decontamination room.
• An interactive facility where bespoke environments
can be created to develop interpersonal and
problem-solving skills around a realistic backdrop.
• Rooms for collaborative learning, as well as
meeting and conference rooms to support
apprenticeship assessments.
*Photo courtesy of Immersive Interactive
Suzanne McKay,
Area Head for Access, Health and Social Care, and Science
The Centre is a dynamic and inviting environment incorporating the very latest learning
technology. All the classrooms are set up with lecture capture and interactive display
screens, allowing for casting to individual tablets, laptops and phones. Students will learn
with the latest high-tech training equipment used in the health and care sectors, ensuring
they’ll be well-prepared for the workplace, further training and higher education.
Up to 275,000 £87m
more workers investment for
needed in the local hospitals
healthcare across Suffolk and
sector by 2025 North East Essex
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CI Salons: Hairdressing
and Beauty Therapy Services
Open to the public weekdays during term time,
our CI Salons at Colchester campus offer fantastic
services and treatments. Our students use the latest
techniques and highest quality products under the
guidance and supervision of experienced tutors.
Why not take advantage of our very competitive
prices and book your next appointment with us.
At CI Salons, everyone’s welcome!
Some of our services include:
• Cut and blow dry
• Highlights/lowlights
• Manicure and pedicure
• Facial treatments
• Full body massage
And many more! See what’s on offer at:
globe colchester.ac.uk/salons
Restaurants on Campus
For high-quality dining Colchester Campus has two
exceptional on-site restaurants, which are open to the
public Wednesday to Friday for lunch. The Balkerne
Restaurant also offers evening meals on Wednesdays.
Come and enjoy excellent service, with food and drink
prepared by our students at our acclaimed restaurants.
Colne Bistro
With an ever-changing menu, Colne Bistro is the ideal
choice for lunchtime. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere while
you sit back and enjoy a professionally prepared meal.
Balkerne Restaurant
For a fine-dining experience at lunchtime and in the
evening, the Balkerne Restaurant endeavours to serve
dishes with seasonal produce, giving them a modern
twist by pairing British ingredients with European and
Asian flavours.
For more information and reservations visit:
globe colchester.ac.uk/restaurants
Our Salons and Restaurants are open during term time only.
Venue Hire
Colchester campus hosts a range of facilities
suitable for events, presentations, workshops and
meetings, including performance halls, seminar
and board rooms, and sports hall. Specialist
facilities include music practice rooms, recording
studios, IT suites, dance studios and more.
For more information visit:
globe colchester.ac.uk/venue-and-facilities-hire
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/OPEN-TO-THE-PUBLIC 15Braintree Campus
Look out for this symbol on
our subject area pages
BR
Braintree campus is the second of Colchester What courses are on offer?
Institute’s facilities and situated a short
distance from Braintree town centre. Access to Higher Education 76
Considering the planned economic growth for the Beauty Therapy Level 2-3 58
district, the new campus’ remit is to have a clear
Brickwork Level 1-3 36
focus on preparing learners for work through rapid
development of skills, knowledge and behaviours Business Level 3 28
that are in high demand by employers. Learners'
Carpentry and Joinery Level 1-2 40
planned progression to work is high on the agenda,
as are the expectations of learners' commitment Children’s Play, Learning and Development Level 3 32
to their programmes.
Computer Science Level 3 34
Underpinning this approach will be the continued and
Digital Media Creative Enterprise Level 4 42
growing engagement with local industry, employers
and stakeholders. This will also involve preparing and Early Years Practitioner Level 2 32
developing delivery programmes that are aligned with
Electrical Installations Level 1-3 38
future skill requirements of the region and providing
immediate and tangible career paths for learners. Engineering and Manufacturing Level 1 44
Students of all ages can study here and gain the Engineering and Manufacturing – Craft Level 3 44
expert skills required for the jobs and careers so
Esports and Digital Marketing Level 3 42
valuable in the Braintree district, and beyond.
Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing 44
Technologies Level 2
The Digital Media Film and Television Production Level 3 42
equipment is really Interactive Media and Games Design Level 3 42
high-tech, VR-capable Multimedia Production Level 2 42
and so powerful. Plumbing Level 1-2 38
Josh Trew Skills to Succeed Level 1-2 46
Film and Television Production student STEPS 3 – Preparation for Work 46
STEPS 4 – Career Transition 46
Welding and Fabrication Level 2 44
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The new facilities demonstrate a new Our state-of-the-art workshops, classrooms and
approach for the campus and how it best high-tech equipment provide students with the skills
serves its learners, the local economy, needed to succeed in the modern workplace.
community and employers.
The new Learning and Technology Centre which
The courses on offer at our Braintree campus opened in January 2020 provides students with the
focus on skills priority areas for Essex. These very best facilities to support them throughout their
include Technology, Engineering, Digital Media, studies. Under expert guidance, students will learn
Childcare, Construction, and Business. By putting new techniques and methods as they become more
the focus on practise and proficiency, the campus adept in their new skills. The focus for the Centre is
ensures students are equipped with the hands-on high-tech IT and digital media facilities with new flexible
experience they’ll need in the future. learning spaces, workshops and computer suites.
The campus houses its own library as part of Significant investment has been made in the latest
the student hub with a wide range of material technologies – which include a 4K Ultra-HD multimedia
available to support students with their studies. studio. virtual reality headsets, engineering cobot,
Our new on-site café allows students to purchase CNC plasma cutter, and much, much more – with a
refreshments or enjoy some down-time with friends. large proportion of equipment identical to that used by
industry professionals on a daily basis. With the new
CI Salons on the campus offer fantastic beauty cutting-edge equipment, we will continue to provide
therapy services at very competitive prices and skilled and highly employable candidates into local
all services are carried out by students under the and national industries.
guidance and supervision of experienced lecturers.
Adam Ward, Assistant Principal:
Braintree Campus and STEM
Such is the quality of the
new facility and its offer
we are expecting high levels
of interest, so please apply
early to secure your place.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/BRAINTREE 17The Learning and Technology Centre
With its advanced facilities and leading-edge
design the Learning and Technology Centre
is a fantastic new addition to our Braintree
Campus. Students value the vibrant and
welcoming environment, where they can work
with industry-standard equipment and learn
from knowledgeable tutors.
The Learning and Technology Centre complements
the existing high-tech STEM Innovation Centre, in Learning resources in the Centre include:
developing skills needed for the modern workplace
and giving students the opportunity to access first-class • A multimedia studio for live broadcasting,
training to prepare them for rewarding careers. featuring industry-level cameras, auto-cue
system, green screen, remote lighting and
wireless mics.
• Computing and IT suites, including a
programming lab to create mobile apps and
games, and a hardware lab where students
can build and understand networks.
• A dedicated CAD suite with drawing and design
software for students training in engineering and
manufacturing.
• Carpentry and joinery practical workshop facility
with new tools and machinery, offering a real
on-site working experience.
• Flexible learning spaces for business and
childcare students, and multi-purpose rooms
The Media Hub
for larger training activities.
Tom Welham,
Assistant Area Head for Digital Media
"The brand new facility at Braintree has a dedicated
media hub with a lovely breakout space and a high-
spec suite. The multimedia studio has 4K equipment,
an autocue system, green screen, remote controllable
lights and wireless mics - the whole lot! It’s a fantastic
experience for our students."
Matt Tatham,
Course Leader for Media at Braintree Campus
"We’ve got live broadcasting in the studio as well as
on location. This makes us one of the only colleges
in East Anglia that has a working studio, with
equipment which many universities haven’t got."
18 Arrow-Circle-Right COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777Rachel Rolfe, Open to
the Public
Mechanical Engineering
and Manufacturing student
"I chose Braintree Campus because it is the
best college for Engineering. When I finish my
course, I hope to do Motor Sport Engineering
at university and then progress onto a career in
that field."
Matt Pamment,
Plumbing apprentice
“I worked in retail for years and fancied a more CI Salons:
hands-on job. I wanted to get into a trade so
I decided to do an apprenticeship. I think the Beauty Therapy Services
facilities are really good and so is the teaching. Our CI Salons at Braintree Campus offer great
I would definitely recommend it to others.” services and treatments, and are open to the public
week days during term time. Our students use the
latest techniques and professional products, under
Leanne Chinnery, the guidance and supervision of experienced tutors.
Children’s Play, Learning Take advantage of our very competitive prices and
and Development student book your next appointment with us. Bring a friend
and you’ll both get 50% off your first treatment!*
"Braintree Campus offered the course I wanted, Some of our services include:
it is easy to get to and I really like the facilities.
• Manicure and pedicure • Waxing
The course is fun and it’s preparing me for
• Facial treatments • Make-up
working in a children’s nursery.”
And many more! See what’s on offer at:
globe colchester.ac.uk/salons
*Offer for one-time use only
Sam Wilkins,
Electrical Installations student
Venue Hire
Facilities available for hire at Braintree Campus include
“I wanted to do Electrical Installations because
a well-equipped conference centre, meeting rooms
it looked interesting and it’s a career that’s
and IT suites, all hosted in brand new or recently
well-paid. I would recommend the course as
refurbished buildings set in attractive countryside.
you learn a variety of skills. I would like to
become an electrician and work in a business For more information visit:
after I leave.” globe colchester.ac.uk/open-to-the-public
Heather Hamilton,
Film and Television student
“We get to work with a lot of equipment:
cameras, foley, DSLRs and Blackmagic cinema
cameras. We also have a roaming studio so we
can film where ever we like.”
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/OPEN-TO-THE-PUBLIC 19College Life
Outside of your timetabled sessions you can
manage your time how you wish. You may
want to investigate your next work experience
opportunity, work on your coursework in a
study suite or library, or catch up with friends
over a smoothie. There are also many facilities
for you to use; Colchester campus offers the
new College gym and dedicated cafés to hang
out with your friends.
Please note: Some facilities are not available on
both campuses.
We regularly update our website and social media
pages with student news stories so you can stay
up-to-date with what our students have been
getting up to.
Students’ Union
As a Colchester Institute student, you will automatically
become a member of our Students’ Union. Your opinion
really does matter and the Union is there to provide a
voice for you, offering Course Representative positions
and feedback opportunities for you to tell us what Sports
you think. Gym Coffee
Shops Teams
The Union also arranges a number of trips and activities
for you to get involved in throughout the year to enhance
your College experience. You can look forward to our
annual Welcome Fair, theatre and theme park trips and
much more.
We encourage you to join in with a club while studying
with us; it’s a great way to meet new people and share
your interests. We’ve got many established clubs for Theatre Welcome
you to choose from, ranging from drama club to Library
Trips Fair
LGBTQ+ society – or you could even start your own!
You can also get involved in the student community
through the Learner Voice scheme and charity
fundraising initiatives.
As a student, you will also have the opportunity to trial
and play for the College football teams. Matches are
on a Wednesday afternoon during the football season.
Free Wifi Computers
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20 Arrow-Circle-Right COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777GAP Work Experience
Work experience will be an important The College’s Careers Guidance team is available
element of your Study Programme to students across both campuses to provide
and usually accounts for 30 hours. information and careers advice to assist with
students’ future employment.
We’ve teamed up with local employers
to bring you a range of work experience The Careers Guidance team can provide help and
opportunities, to help you to gain support with a wide range of areas including:
valuable skills for the workplace and prepare for an
exciting career. There are a variety of activities that • Apprenticeships • Higher Education
can count as work experience, including work-related • Career choice • Progression routes
activity, university applications and employer visits. • Employability skills
Why is work experience part of my
Study Programme? The College’s
Careers Guida
Service is accr nce
edited by The
Work experience is an important step towards getting Quality in Care
ers Standard.
the job you want. At work, you’ll develop the real skills
you need for success, enabling you to explore different
career options and build up your CV, ready to land a
great first job.
Industry Placement
What is an Industry Placement?
An Industry Placement gives you the If you are on a Level 2 or Level 3 Study Programme
opportunity to develop your practical and you can be nominated to take part in an Industry
technical skills with an external employer, Placement. The experience will give you a direct
in a role that is relevant to your studies. understanding of what it’s like to work in your chosen
Placements are a minimum of 315 hours industry, it will enable you to build up your CV and
(typically 45 days) and could be for one it will help you finish your course with the skills,
or two days a week. knowledge and expertise that employers want.
The placement is specific to your career pathway, We work with over 100 employers who provide
focusing on developing the practical and technical placements and some even choose to pay their
skills required, and should enable you to put into students to undertake their Industry Placement!
practice what you are learning in the classroom.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 21Careers and Destinations
Childcare and Early Years Engineering
Courses available at: CO BR Courses available at: CO BR
Do you have a passion for nurturing young If you’re someone who is hands on, loves problem
children, supporting their early learning and solving and is keen on immersing yourself in the
providing play activities? latest technologies, then a course in Engineering
may be for you.
Early Years is one of the UK’s key areas for
growth and employment and there are ample With a wide variety of career opportunities
job opportunities that include Nursery Worker, available, a qualification in Engineering can allow
Children’s Representative for travel companies you to further progress into working across
and Early Years Educators in schools, nurseries numerous specialised branches, including
and pre-schools. aerospace, architecture, building services, civil
engineering, construction, manufacturing, rail,
Practical skills are crucial for a successful career and telecommunications – amongst many others.
in the industry. Our Early Years courses are
designed with practical elements to ensure you Our courses allow you to gain both the practical
have the skills, knowledge and understanding to experience and the invaluable knowledge needed
succeed in employment or higher education. to excel in the ever-changing world of Engineering.
Whether you choose to study an Engineering
course at our Colchester or Braintree Campus,
both sites are fully equipped with the most
up-to-date equipment and technology, ensuring
In 2018, 4.2 that you’re taught to a high industry standard.
million families Therefore once you have completed your course,
you will be able to progress straight onto an
used some form apprenticeship, degree level study or straight
*
of childcare into work.
*Assest.publishing.service.gov.uk
Our students have gone on to Our students have gone on to
have successful careers as: careers and further study as:
• Nursery Nurses • Mechanical Engineer
• Primary School Teachers • Welder/Fabricator
• Special Educational Needs Educators • MSc in Aviation Engineering
• Early Years Educators • MSc in Electronic Engineering
22 Arrow-Circle-Right COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777Motor Vehicle Music / Performing Arts
Courses available at: CO Courses available at: CO
With an excess of 856,000 people employed The creative industries are the fastest growing part
across the wider automotive industry and of the UK economy where creative jobs have
accounting for more than £82 billion turnover, increased by 28.6% since 2011*. It is estimated
the automotive sector is a vital part of the UK that by 2030 there could be 900,000 new jobs in
economy*. During 2018, 2.9 million vehicles the creative industries*, with music and performing
were registered for the first time in Great Britain arts being the largest employer in this vibrant and
with 3.7 million vehicles currently on the UK roads*. diverse sector.
There’s a wide range of career opportunities in Take your first step towards an exciting career
this field, from working in garages and dealerships in the music and performing arts industries; our
to using your honed skills in body shop businesses. courses allow you to acquire the practical skills
Depending on your area of specialism you could and knowledge for employment or progression
be servicing and maintaining engines, chassis and to a degree. You will learn from industry experts
electrical systems or becoming highly skilled in and have the opportunity to showcase your work
bodywork and paint refurbishment. in a range of venues.
Your developed skills will enable you to work Our dedicated performance spaces, dance
on mainstream, light commercial and also studios, rehearsal rooms and professional
high-performance vehicles. recording studio will enable you to experiment,
innovate and develop your creative talents.
Our workshops reflect an industry-standard
environment; our Motor Vehicle courses enable *Creativeindustriesfoundation.com
you to gain the practical skills and knowledge
needed to progress straight into employment In 2019 the
or further training with a higher apprenticeship
through the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
Music Industry
*SMMT.co.uk
contributed
£5.2 billion to
*
the UK economy
*Music by Numbers 2019, UK Music
Our students have gone on to Our students have gone on to
have successful careers as: have successful careers as:
• Service Technicians • Actors
• Fast Fit Technicians • Choreographers
• Paint Refinishers • Sound Engineers
• Motor Racing Crew • Musicians
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 23Celebrating Success
At Colchester Institute we are proud
of our students' achievements
Josh Byamungu Rebecca Jeggo Charlie Teager-Neale
Motor Vehicle student Josh Former Professional Sports Bronze award for former
takes on the challenge of Coaching student Rebecca Furniture Making student
building a sports car goes for gold Charlie at WorldSkills UK
Josh Byamungu was one of a team With a number of wins under her Charlie Teager-Neale triumphed
of students who successfully built a belt, former Colchester Institute at the WorldSkills UK competition,
high performance sports kit car Professional Sports Coaching finishing in third place. Representing
completely from scratch. Josh student Rebecca Jeggo took Colchester Institute, Charlie was the
worked on the car outside his home the gold medal in the 200m only winner from Essex and was
timetabled lessons, developing race at the South of England Indoor awarded Bronze in the Furniture
skills in preparation for a career in Senior Athletic Championships. and Cabinet Making category; he
motor sport after finishing his Other accolades include a Bronze also qualified to represent the UK
course. The car was provided by medal at the SPAR British Athletics at EuroSkills and the international
MK Sportscars and mechanical, Indoor Championships in February ‘Skills Olympics’. Charlie is now
paint refinishing and engineering 2020 and fourth place in the at Oxford Brookes University
students all contributed to the build. national BUCS Athletics Indoor studying for a Furniture Design
Championships. and Make degree.
Graduation
For our Higher Education
students studying at University
Centre Colchester, the annual
Graduation ceremonies mark
the fantastic achievement
of successfully completing
their degrees.
24 Arrow-Circle-Right COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777Top Tips for
Parents/Carers
Making their application
Young people are often more IT savvy than their
parents, but they will still need some help
completing their application online.
Pages 6 and 7 of this prospectus gives a step-
by-step guide to the application process,
but you should help them with:
• Using an appropriately named email address, not
their school email (they might need to set one up)
• Creating a password, and making sure it is
written down somewhere safe
• Creating a security answer, also written down
somewhere safe!
They will need to provide their predicted GCSE
grades so make sure they have these to hand and
that they fully answer all the questions on the
It is so important that your child makes an application, especially if they have any learning
informed choice about their next steps to college, support needs. Be sure to click the submit button
and as parents/carers you have a key role in right at the bottom of the page!
helping them with this. There’s loads of important
information in this prospectus, and we encourage After the application has been submitted
you to read it all, but here are some key pointers. All further information will be sent by email, so
Choosing their subject they must check their emails regularly. Once their
application has been checked by us they will need
Your child can only select one subject area to apply to book an interview slot, so do this with them and
for, so they really need to explore their options. If they write down the date and time.
are at school they should have careers advice and
our schools liaison team will talk to them in school Once they receive their course offer they can relax
assemblies which should help. and focus on their studies to achieve the best
possible grades, especially in English and maths.
Try and attend one of our open events (the dates
are on the back page of this prospectus), book a Finally, when you are booking your 2021 summer
place and bring your child to come and see what holidays, try and avoid the last two weeks of August
we offer, talk to teaching staff, current students, so that you are here for GCSE results and enrolment.
and look around. College is much bigger than Frequently Asked Questions
school and seeing this for themselves really helps.
You can find these on pages 74 and 75, but if you
Look through all the subjects in this prospectus, if have any queries about your daughter or son’s
they see something they like then there is much more application please contact our Admissions team.
information about the course, and what they will be
learning, on our website. You'll find the webpage Good Luck!
reference at the bottom of each course page.
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Marselina
Adeline
Colchester Institute has
helped me develop many
of the skills I need in the art
industry such as research and
problem-solving skills, context
knowledge and technical skills.
My tutor always offers advice
on how to get a higher
level grade.
Course:
Art and Design Level 3
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St Helena School
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38 Arrow-Circle-Right For course details: colchester.ac.uk/art&designProgression
Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements
Opportunities
Ideal preparation for One • 1
A Level (A*-C) in an Art and Degree-level
Higher Education in Art and CO Year Design subject study including
Design; explore a range • 5 GCSEs (9-4) including our own degrees
Foundation of processes and create a English and Maths, or at University
specialist portfolio; develop Centre Colchester,
Diploma in Art problem-solving skills and
satisfactory results (Merit/
or employment
Distinction) in a relevant
and Design expand your awareness of Level 3 qualification
art practices
• A
n interview with a portfolio
of work
Develop drawing, digital, One • 5 GCSEs (9-4) including Degree-level
craft and time-based skills, CO or English and Maths plus study including
and explore character Two an Art and Design subject, our own degrees
Animation design, storytelling and Years or satisfactory results (Merit/ at University
and model making. Develop Distinction) in a relevant Centre Colchester,
Illustration your personal interests in 2D Level 2 qualification or employment
design, comic book art, stop
• A
n interview with a portfolio
animation and more
of work
Develop your art and design One • 5 GCSEs (9-4) including Degree-level
skills with use of different CO Year English and Maths plus study including
materials, processes and an Art and Design subject, our own degrees
Art technical skills, explore 2D or satisfactory results (Merit/ at University
and and 3D media, research and Distinction) in a relevant Centre Colchester,
Design presentation skills, art and Level 2 qualification a higher
design projects apprenticeship,
• A
n interview with a portfolio
or employment
of work
Learn how to develop One • 4
GCSEs (9-3) including Progression to
your art and design skills CO Year English and Maths plus an Level 3 or an
and ideas, be introduced to Art and Design subject, or apprenticeship
Art pathways including Fashion, satisfactory results (Merit/
and Illustration and Graphics Distinction) in a relevant
Design Level 1 qualification
• A
n interview with a portfolio
of work
Develop digital skills One • 5
GCSEs (9-4) including Degree-level
through projects exploring CO or English and Maths, or study including
typography, publishing, Two satisfactory results (Merit/ our own degrees
Digital branding and advertising Years Distinction) in a relevant at University Centre
Level 2 qualification Colchester, a higher
Graphics apprenticeship, or
• A
n interview with a portfolio
of work employment
Develop textile techniques, One • 5
GCSEs (9-4) including Degree-level
2D and 3D structures, CO or English and Maths plus an study including
design development, Two Art and Design or Textiles our own Fashion
Fashion, pattern cutting, garment Years subject, or satisfactory and Textiles degree
Textiles and construction, commercial results (Merit/Distinction) in a at University
Costume projects relevant Level 2 qualification Centre Colchester,
• A
n interview with a portfolio or employment
of work
Develop camera techniques One • 5
GCSEs (9-4) including Degree-level
including portraiture, CO or English and Maths plus an study including our
advertising, documentary Two Art and Design subject, or own Photography
and fine-art photography, Years satisfactory results (Merit/ degree at University
Photography research skills, live projects, Distinction) in a relevant Centre Colchester,
darkroom techniques, Level 2 qualification or employment
moving images and location • A
n interview with a portfolio
photography of work
Develop camera techniques, One • 4 GCSEs (9-3) including Progression to
studio and location CO Year English and Maths plus an Level 3 or an
photography, moving image, Art and Design subject, or apprenticeship
experimental photography, satisfactory results (Merit/
Photography darkroom techniques Distinction) in a relevant
Level 1 qualification
• A
n interview with a portfolio
of work
Shopping-Bag Fashion is the LARGEST employer of all the UK’s creative industries.
Source: thecreativeindustries.co.uk
27My View...
Cian
Garvey
My first year at Colchester
Institute has been a very
positive experience. The course
is very varied, covering all aspects
of business. The tutors are
extremely knowledgeable and
deliver lessons in an interesting
and dynamic way.
Course:
Business Level 3
Progressed from:
St Benedict’s Catholic College
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ACCO U N TING
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BU
Career Options
CAREER OPTIONS
Management
Accountant
£25,000 – £100,000+
Source: National Careers Service
Marketing Manager
£25,000 – £55,000+
Business Project
Manager
£22,000 – £70,000+
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28 Arrow-Circle-Right For course details: colchester.ac.uk/businessProgression
Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements
Opportunities
Study Levels 2 and 3 in One • 5 GCSEs (9-4) Progression to
one year! Principles of CO Year including English professional training
bookkeeping, internal and Maths programmes in
and external business • Satisfactory results Accounting at Level 4,
environment, costings, (Merit/Distinction) in degree-level study
Accounting financial accounting, a relevant Level 3 including a higher
(Fast track) management accounting qualification or apprenticeship,
and tax processes equivalent AS/A Level or employment
• Pre-assessment
• An interview
Principles of bookkeeping, One • 4
GCSEs (9-4) Progression to
internal and external CO Year including English Accounting or
business environments, and Maths Business Level 3
costings and exploring • An interview or an Accounting
business apprenticeship
Accounting
Developing a marketing Two • 5
GCSEs (9-4) Degree-level
campaign, exploring CO Years including English study including our
business, finance and and Maths or own Business and
accounting, managing satisfactory results Management degree
an event, retailing, (Merit/Distinction) in at University Centre
Business management, decision BR a relevant Level 2 Colchester, a higher
making, international qualification apprenticeship, or
business, pitching a new • An interview employment
business, digital marketing
Marketing, business One • 4
GCSEs (9-3) Progression to
communication, accounting, CO Year including English Level 3 or an
product promotion, retail, and Maths or apprenticeship
business communications, satisfactory results
starting up a small business, (Merit/Distinction) in
Business market research a relevant Level 1
qualification
• An interview
in this area include:
• Accounting / Assistant Accountant
• Business Administration
• Chartered Management Degree
• Commercial Procurement
and Supply
• Operations / Department Manager
• Professional Accountant /
Tax Technician
• Team Leader / Supervisor
See Pages 64-67
Earn While You Learn
CHECK-CIRCLE Our Career Ready Programme helps Business students to gain additional industry
placements and mentoring to benefit their future careers. 29My View...
Archie
Ellis
Taking part in and winning
the 2019 Inter-college
Patisserie Competition was a
great experience. It really put my
cookery and time management
skills to the test when the
pressure was on.
Course:
Professional Cookery Level 3
Progressed from:
Alec Hunter Academy
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CATERING
Career Options
CAREER OPTIONS
Chef
£13,000 – £50,000+
Source: National Careers Service
Restaurant Manager
£18,000 – £45,000+
Events Manager
£17,000 – £80,000+
30 Arrow-Circle-Right For course details: colchester.ac.uk/cateringProgression
Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements
Opportunities
Fine dining for our two Three • 4 GCSEs (9-3) Degree-level study
restaurants open to the CO Years • An interview including a higher
general public, pâtisserie, apprenticeship,
experimental cookery, or employment
menu planning, sourcing
Professional produce, regional work
Chef experience, food safety,
customer service, national
competition work and visits,
which include New York
Food preparation and Three • 4 GCSEs (9-1) Further study
cookery for restaurant CO Years • An interview including an
operations, pâtisserie, apprenticeship,
kitchen workshops, or employment
customer service in our
Professional restaurants, local work
Cookery experience, food safety,
national competition work
and visits, which include
New York
Team leadership, event One • 5
GCSEs (9-4) Further study
planning, allocating CO Year including English including an
resources, sales, finance, and Maths, or apprenticeship,
Hospitality customer service, extensive satisfactory results or employment
Management employer engagement (Merit/Distinction) in
and programme on and off a relevant Level 2
site, opportunities for qualification
Supervision work experience, national
(Food Service • An interview
competition work and visits,
and Events) which include New York
Customer service, reception One • 4
GCSEs (9-3) Progression to
skills, restaurant operations, CO Year including English Level 3 or an
handling payments and and Maths, or apprenticeship
billing, communicating with satisfactory results
Hospitality customers, maintaining a (Merit/Distinction) in
(Restaurant, safe and secure working a relevant Level 1
Reception and environment, national qualification
Customer competition work and visits, • An interview
Service) which include New York
in this area include:
• Customer Service Practitioner
• Commis Chef
• Hospitality Supervisor
• Hospitality Team Member
See Pages 64-67
Earn While You Learn
“With hard work, belief and dedication you can learn to do anything.”
Former student Jamie Houghton, 2019 Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie Sugar Skill World Champion
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