SCHOOL LEAVER COURSE AND CAREER GUIDE 2022/23 - WESTERN COLLEGE
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WESTON COLLEGE
CONTACT 01934 411 411
www.weston.ac.uk
US enquiries@weston.ac.uk
SCHOOL
Knightstone Campus Construction Training Centre
Knightstone Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 2AL Locking Head Drove, Weston-super-Mare. BS24 7NA
LEAVER
Animal Management
Loxton Campus
Loxton Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 4QU Education Centre
COURSE AND
Puxton Park, Cowslip Lane, Hewish,
Weston-super-Mare BS24 6AH
South West Skills Campus
Discover more
CAREER GUIDE
Locking Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 8NL
We have a series of events planned
this year please visit
Winter Gardens www.weston.ac.uk/events
South Parade, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1AJ to find the full schedule.
22/23
BEACON AWARDS
WINNER 2020/21
CREATE YOUR BRIGHTER FUTURE AT
WELCOME Study programmes
and apprenticeships
A Levels
Animal Management
Business
Accounting
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Welcome
When you become a Weston College student, you will Business 50
hear us talking about creating brighter futures – this Customer Service 52
means we put our students at the heart of everything
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we do. Whether it’s liaising with businesses and
What’s happening around you? 2 HR 53
universities to make sure we’re teaching you relevant
and up-to-date skills, creating the best facilities and Choosing what to study 4 Law 54
digital platforms in the region for you to study in, Qualifications explained 6 Marketing 54
or selecting the top teachers with current industry
Levels explained 8 Travel and Tourism 55
experience – the decisions we make are focused on
providing you with the right learning environment to Career Excellence Hubs 10 Construction 56
help you reach your potential. It means providing the
best outcomes for our students – which is why Weston What is a study programme? 12 Bricklaying 58
College students consistently achieve well above the Carpentry and Joinery 60
How to Join 14
national averages year-on-year. Civil Engineering 62
Learning support 16 Electrical Installation 64
We are about preparing you for a career – what
we offer is far more than just a course, we are the Student services 18 Plastering 65
only education provider in the region to provide Paying for your course 20 Plumbing 66
Career Excellence Hubs – meaning you will take part
Outside the classroom 21 Scaffolding 67
in a study programme with lots of career boosting
benefits, all with the aim of giving you the opportunity Weston Sport 23 Creative Arts 68
to become career ready! Find out more about our
fourteen career hubs on page 10. Knightstone Campus 24 Art and Design 71
Loxton Campus 25 Creative and Digital Media 72
Weston College is a diverse and inclusive learning
environment, and we reward our students when they South West Skills Campus 26 Music 76
go above and beyond their abilities and expectations. Performing and Production Arts 80
As Principal and Chief Executive, it gives Construction Training Centre 27
me great pleasure to introduce you to This all results in the best standards of further
Winter Gardens 28 Computing and Digital Technologies 84
our outstanding College and the fantastic education in the region, with the best teachers, the
best facilities, and the highest chance of achieving your Animal Management Education Centre 29 Early Years and Education 90
study programmes and apprenticeship
potential.
opportunities that have helped so many of Getting to College 30 Engineering 96
our students achieve great success. This guide includes hundreds of study programmes Index 140
and apprenticeships that have helped many young Foundation Learning 104
people to create their own brighter futures – and University Centre Weston (UCW) 142
could lead to yours too. Hair and Beauty 106
I look forward to welcoming you soon. Hairdressing and Barbering 108
Contact us 144
Beauty Therapies 111
Health and Social Care 114
Hospitality and Catering 120
Motor Vehicle 124
Dr Paul Phillips CBE, PhD, DLit, EdD
Public Services 128
Principal and Chief Executive Sport and Fitness 133
Traineeships 138
EMPLOYMENT THE FACTS NORTH SOMERSET
WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND YOU?
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ur region has been at the leading edge A number of national and international
IN OUR AREA
of innovation for centuries. We have companies are based here including:
world-class offers in design, culture, • GE Oil and Gas
trade, shipping, engineering, aerospace,
microelectronics, composites, robotics, • Brabantia
green technologies, social enterprise, • Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology
connectivity, and digital creativity • UTC Aerospace Systems
• Prior to the pandemic, the region generated • Yeo Valley
£31.2bn towards the UK economy • Thatchers
Weston College plays an integral The West of England is one •4
8% of West of England workplace • Bristol Airport
role in the skills agenda within the of the UK’s most prosperous employees are managers, directors, and • The Bristol Port Company
South West region. The College senior officials
itself is part of the West of England
regions with an economy • Smurfit Kappa
Local Enterprise Partnership (North worth over £33.2 billion a •J
obs grew by 51,225 over the last 5 years
and are projected to grow by 17,106 over
• QuEST Global Engineering Ltd.
Somerset, BANES, Bristol, and year. With a population of the next 5 years The top five industries that are currently
recruiting in North Somerset are: digital
South Gloucestershire), but with over 600,000 and more than •T
he top 5 sectors employing the most communication and marketing, legal,
such a wide catchment area is 46,000 businesses, our region people in the region are currently: Retail, healthcare, administration and business
also a key contributor to the Heart support and education.
of the South West partnership competes on a global scale. Health, Education, Scientific services and
Professional services
(Somerset and Devon).
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he South West Aerospace Cluster is
recognised as the UK’s most capable and
BRISTOL AND SOUTH
diverse aerospace region. It’s home to all GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GROWTH SECTORS
of the top 15 global aerospace companies
There are currently over 400,000 people
employed in Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
FOR EMPLOYMENT
• The top 5 hard skills sought by employers
in the region when recruiting are: auditing/ Bristol is now the biggest financial services
analyst, business development, accounting, centre in the South West and one of the main
software development and nursing financial hubs outside London. A new report has
revealed, salaries in Bristol are 3% above the UK
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he top soft skills demanded within job average. The top industries that are currently
WEST OF
adverts in 2021 within the West of England recruiting in Bristol are: healthcare, professional
have been: communications, management, services, high-tech and engineering.
ENGLAND innovation, problem solving, leadership,
customer service, planning, operations,
and enthusiasm
• Software and digital
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he top 5 most frequently demanded HINKLEY POINT
• Advanced aerospace and engineering
HEART OF THE • Professional services
jobs advertised in summer 2021 were:
programmers and software development Hinkley Point C will create 25,000 employment
SOUTH WEST • Creative
professionals, nurse, sales related
occupations, analysts, architects and
and apprenticeship opportunities in a broad
range of occupations and careers during its
• High tech systems designers, care workers and construction and operation. There will be jobs
• Agriculture industries home carers. in construction, civil engineering, electrical
• Construction installation, hospitality, catering, logistics,
• Advanced aerospace and engineering
• Health security, site services, support roles and others
• Marine industries over the coming years. And it’s not just during
• Nuclear power construction. Hinkley Point C will have an
expected workforce of 900 people to run the
power station throughout its 60-year operation.
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CHOOSING WHAT
CHOOSING WHAT TO STUDY
TO STUDY
At Weston College, we are all about CAREERS NOT CAREERS ADVICE
COURSES and pride ourselves on being able to offer a
huge range of programmes to ensure you develop the At www.weston.ac.uk you can access a wealth of
skills and knowledge employers and universities are career guidance. Each subject area page has lots
looking for. As the only education provider in North of information to give you an insight into the
Somerset that enables you to work your way up from subject such as:
an entry-level programme to a degree, we’re here to • All the programmes you can study
help you choose the right programme for you.
Here’s how: •S
ee what our alumni have gone on to achieve after
completing a programme with us
SCHOOL LIAISON TEAM
This team works with local schools to help you find out •L
abour Market Intelligence (LMI) that will help
about college life and post-16 programmes of study, explain what relevant careers and jobs are available,
as well as provide you with advice and guidance about including salaries
what programmes will best suit you. They will either
visit your school, attend careers fairs and parents’ • NEW – Subject careers maps, so you can map your
evenings or coordinate on campus and virtual events journey with us and ensure it will get you into your
such as our taster days, holiday workshops and tours. chosen career.
All of which will give you a first-hand experience of
what it is like to be a Weston College learner. Also, check out Career Coach on our website. This
provides you with the opportunity to:
To find out more, including booking a campus tour
or options discussion please scan the below. • Take an assessment that matches you with careers
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xplore broad career pathways that match your
FIND OUT MORE... strengths and interests
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ompare careers within a pathway - including
salaries, required education and more
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xplore the Weston College programmes that will
EVENTS set you on the path to your desired career.
We put on a number of events over the year, these will
be a mixture of face-to-face and virtual events. These If you would still like more advice and guidance,
provide you and your parents with the opportunity contact our school liaison team by emailing
to explore our facilities, speak to our lecturers, find schoolteam@weston.ac.uk. They can arrange a
out about the support on offer and choose the right one-to-one careers appointment for you with our
programme for you. Our events also give you the specialist staff.
opportunity to engage with a number of employers
to find out about careers in their industry and why
they value the calibre of candidates that come from
Weston College.
FOR MORE
INFORMATION
ON OUR EVENTS,
PLEASE SCAN HERE.
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QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS EXPLAINED
EXPLAINED
At Weston College we know that everyone learns differently.
That’s why we deliver a variety of different qualification types -
to give you the chance to learn in the way that suits you the most.
PROFESSIONAL
AND TECHNICAL T Levels are part of the government reforms to
technical qualifications at Level 3 and are seen as
Professional and technical qualifications are designed the ‘gold’ standard and best choice for learners
to provide you with the knowledge, skills and looking for a college based route into higher
behaviours needed to gain employment within specific technical occupations and jobs.
industries or occupations. They provide a balance
between theory and practical skills development. T Levels have been designed with leading businesses
They are suited to those who want to get hands-on and employers to give you the knowledge and skills
experience within a particular vocational area. These you need. This qualification gives you the chance to
programmes include work experience and industry learn what a real career is like while you continue
placements. Assessment is more varied and will include your studies. You will have an industry placement that
exams, coursework and practical work. will last for at least 45 days.
We work closely with employers to create our When you pass your T Level, you will get a nationally
professional and technical courses to make sure you recognised certificate showing the overall grade you
learn the skills businesses are looking for. As well achieved - pass, merit, distinction or distinction*.
as being valuable to employers, a professional and It will also give details of what you learned on the
technical course could lead to university, or higher- course to help you move into skilled employment or
level training, such as a higher apprenticeship. a higher apprenticeship.
Our professional and technical qualifications appear Your T Level will be worth UCAS points – a T Level
throughout this guide in the subject area sections so Distinction* is worth the same as 3 A Levels at A*
you can find out more about each pathway. – and will be recognised by universities and other
education providers so you can choose to continue
studying if you wish.
A LEVELS APPRENTICESHIPS T Levels involve more classroom study than
apprenticeships, which means you can experience an
A Levels are perfect if you want to progress to degree As an apprentice you will earn whilst you learn. industry while you continue your studies.
level study or to a degree apprenticeship programme. Apprentices receive off-the-job training within their
A Levels are assessed through exams at the end of company or through day or block release at college. Our T Levels appear throughout this guide in the
two years of study, so they are most suited to people We work with many major employers to provide subject area sections so you can find out more
who perform well in exams and enjoy academic study. apprenticeships in a variety of sectors, including GKN about each pathway.
Most learners study three subjects - some choose Aerospace, the Ministry of Defence, the University of
four. The combination of subjects will be determined Bristol and the NHS.
by your interests, strengths and future career
aspirations or university progression choices. You can Over 90% of our apprentices are offered permanent
TRAINEESHIPS
even study A Levels alongside some BTEC subjects positions at the end of their training, so an
- if your timetable allows it and you meet the entry apprenticeship is the perfect way to get a head-start in
the jobs market. A great option for
requirements. Find out more about our A Levels on Traineeships are a great way for 16 to 18-year-olds who
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anyone wanting to
Plus, degree-level apprenticeships provide a cost- secure an haven’t yet gained the skills and experiences necessary to
effective alternative to university and offer clear apply for jobs and apprenticeships. They are taught mostly
apprenticeship.
career progression routes. Our apprenticeships appear in the workplace and include a mixture of personal and
throughout this guide in the subject area sections. You The vast majority social development, and employability skills. The aim of a
can view our current apprenticeship vacancies at of learners completing traineeship is to train you within a company so that you are
a traineeship progress more likely to be offered an apprenticeship or a job. There
www.weston.ac.uk/apprenticeships onto an apprenticeship. are many benefits to becoming a trainee and you can find
out more about them on page 138 or on our website at
www.weston.ac.uk/traineeships
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LEVELS
LEVELS EXPLAINED
EXPLAINED
The table below shows typical entry requirements for each level,
although your chosen programme may have specific criteria, so
please check what you need within the relevant subject section.
ENTRY LEVEL LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4-6
REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS
ENTRY LEVEL FOUNDATION LEVEL INTERMEDIATE LEVEL ADVANCED LEVEL HIGHER LEVEL
1-3 YEARS 1 YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEARS 2-3 YEARS
For those who have GCSE outcomes at grade 2 and A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 3-1 with at A minimum 5 GCSE grade 9-2 A minimum of 5 GCSE grade 9-4 For those who have a T Level,
below or where a differentiated programme of training least two at grade 3 or the successful completion with at least two at grade 4 or or a qualifying Level 2 qualification A Levels, a BTEC national
and support may be needed to successfully access of a pre-vocational programme or entry level a qualifying Level 1 qualification with identified competence level certificate or diploma, an Access to
learning at a higher level. programme after pre-vocational with identified competence level achieved in maths and English. HE diploma or an NVQ 3.
achieved in maths and English.
QUALIFICATIONS QUALIFICATIONS QUALIFICATIONS QUALIFICATIONS
• Foundation Learning personalised programmes • BTEC introductory diplomas QUALIFICATIONS • A Levels • Foundation degrees
• Entry Level certificates and certificates • T Level Transition Programme • GCSEs in applied subjects • Honours degrees
• Functional Skills at Entry Level (English, Maths • Functional Skills at Level 1 • GCSEs • International Baccalaureate • HNCs/HNDs
and ICT) • BTEC awards, certificates and • BTEC awards, certificates and • BTEC awards, certificates and • Professional qualifications at
• Awards, certificates and diplomas at Entry Level. diplomas at Level 1 diplomas at Level 2 diplomas at Level 3 Level 4 and above
• NVQs at Level 1 • Functional Skills at Level 2 • NVQ at Level 3 • Higher and degree
PROGRESSION • Traineeship • NVQs at Level 2 • Apprenticeship Level 3 apprenticeships.
You can progress to one or a combination of the • Supported internship. • Apprenticeship Level 2. • T Level.
following: PROGRESSION
• Higher level programmes PROGRESSION PROGRESSION PROGRESSION With this level of qualification you
• Traineeships With this level of qualification you could move onto With this level of qualification will have access to a much wider
With this level of qualification range of careers, you could go
• Supported internships a Level 2 study programme or an apprenticeship you could move onto a Level 3 you could progress into higher
at Level 2. study programme, into a job with into further study or professional
• Employment education, a higher apprenticeship training. University Centre Weston
training, or an apprenticeship at or a wide range of jobs.
• Independent living. Level 3. (UCW), offers around 50 degree-
level courses. Find out more about
UCW at www.ucw.ac.uk.
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CAREER WHAT CAREER HUBS CAREER
CAREER EXCELLENCE HUBS
JOIN US AND WE’LL HELP YOU TO EXCELLENCE
ACHIEVE YOUR DREAM CAREER ARE AVAILABLE? HUBS
EXCELLENCE HUBS ANIMAL
MANAGEMENT BUSINESS CONSTRUCTION
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WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
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orking within state-of-the-art learning spaces, 7. Supported with outstanding wrap-around pastoral ENGINEERING HAIR AND BEAUTY HEALTH AND
using the latest industry standard equipment, with support via our Wellbeing@Weston which provides SOCIAL CARE
concepts and ideas delivered by lecturers who have all learners with access to highly qualified teams
a wealth of industry experience. of welfare and mental health practitioners and
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quipped with 21st century employability skills to your career goals.
progress you onto your next career destination.
This will include, working on real world learning 8. Part of a regional initiative that is endorsed by
using employer briefs and real-life case studies and leading employers within each sector.
scenarios to encourage up to the minute workplace
9. Provided with enhancement options, which will give
problem solving.
you unique opportunities to experience the world of HOSPITALITY MOTOR VEHICLE PUBLIC SERVICES
3. Upskilled with the latest digital tools and work and develop the skills and knowledge highly AND CATERING
technologies as a Microsoft Showcase College. In sought after by employers and universities.
a rapidly changing world of work, your identity,
professional networks, and digital capability 10. Inspired with personalised 1:1 Careers Education P120 P124 P128
will increasingly influence your future career Information Advice and Guidance, helping you look
opportunities. We’ll prepare you to stand out by at all the options available to you for progression
showcasing your work and achievements. to the next step on your career journey. Regardless
of what your career goal is or whether you simply
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ffered future leader opportunities through our need to know what your options are - our team of
Ambassador Programme: highly trained careers advisors (Level 6 and above)
• Community Ambassador - to effect change
offer relaxed, impartial advice to get you where you SIXTH FORM SPORT AND FITNESS
want to be helping you figure out the best route to
through voluntary work and/or achieve your dream career.
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initiatives, such as engaging with employers and
student promotional events. health and wellbeing as part of your journey with
us. Our ethos of Body and Mind will help you learn
to develop coping strategies, build resilience, and
excellence at work
5. If competitions are in your sights, you will also have
the option to compete against the best in the UK access the proven benefits of exercise for wellness.
through our links with WorldSkills UK. As well as all of the above benefits of being part of
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otivated by unrivalled exposure to employers, one of our Career Excellence Hubs, Weston College Proud to be part of the
with enhanced work experience, employer visits, also offers you a fun, social experience designed for WorldSkills UK
simulation, as well as understanding what it means Innovation Centre
to be truly inclusive in a modern workplace, through you to meet like-minded people, as well as being
valuing other people’s diversity and ideas based on the only OUTSTANDING COLLEGE IN THE REGION!
the principles of Fairness Respect Equality Diversity
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Inclusion and Engagement (FREDIE).
WHAT IS A STUDY
STUDY PROGRAMMES
PROGRAMME?
Study programmes are designed to meet your 3. WORK EXPERIENCE OR INDUSTRY 5. INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT (ID) 7. LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
individual learning needs and prepare you for higher PLACEMENT The College ID programmes are differentiated by level WITH LIBRARYPLUS
learning, training, or employment. Your timetable and subject area. Their aim is to build the behaviours,
As part of a Careers Excellence hub you will do work Outside the classroom, all learners have access to a
at College will be made up of a number of different attitudes, and personal skills you will need to thrive
experience or an industry placement to enable to you range of learning spaces and resources in our vibrant
elements that have been sequenced to help you in both work and society. The programme develops a
gain first-hand the first-hand experience you need to LibraryPlus learning centres at each campus. Each
develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours you core set of skills and attitudes such as communication,
stand out from the crowd in the employment market. LibraryPlus is supported by our dedicated Learning
will need in the future. time management, teamwork, resilience, adaptability
Many students have gained employment directly from Advisor team and includes a variety of spaces for
We want you to be confident and ready to meet an industry placement and they provide an opportunity and respect through a range of projects, activities and group work or individual study. You will also find
the demands of learning, work, and life. Each to apply your learning in college. The number of learning opportunities that include: resources for your subject, self-service laptops,
study programme is made up of the following placement hours varies by programme - however, tablets, PCs and more, helping you stay on track
• Careers information, advice and guidance
core elements: these are the minimum numbers: with your study programme. You can also speak to
• Health and wellbeing your LibraryPlus campus team if you need additional
- Level 2 study programme – minimum of five days or
1. A SUBSTANTIAL QUALIFICATION • Digital skills development support with research and study skills or need help
37 hours work experience.
• Volunteering with technology.
A significant portion of your timetable will be - Level 3 two-year programme - you will complete an
dedicated to you achieving academic, vocational or industry placement with a minimum of 315 hours over • Social action projects
technical qualifications in your chosen subject area. 45-60 days across years 1 and 2 of your programme.
8. BEING ‘DIGITAL READY’
• Competition work.
Typically, this will be 105 hours in year 1 and 210 hours All learners have full access to Microsoft Office 365,
2. ENGLISH AND MATHS DEVELOPMENT in year 2. ID programmes vary by subject area and are designed including FREE downloads for the Microsoft Office
English and maths are two of the most important - Level 3 one-year programme - you will complete an to help you develop the softer skills that the employers suite on up to five devices. Throughout your study
skills for people looking to find a job or apply industry placement of approximately 100 hours over within your chosen sector are looking for. These skills programme, you will use Microsoft Showcase College,
for university. Most employers look for a good the duration of the programme. will be developed through the activities listed but also Microsoft Teams (available on Windows, Android and
understanding of English and maths, supported by at across all elements of your study programme. Apple devices) to access digital learning resources,
collaborate with other students and communicate
least a Level 2 qualification. If you didn’t get a grade 4. TUTORIAL with your tutor. You can enhance your study
4 at GCSE in maths and/or English, you will complete
All learners have a regular one-to-one tutorial with 6. INDEPENDENT STUDY SKILLS programme by completing Microsoft Certifications
GCSE or a Functional Skill in these subjects as part of
a personal tutor. The aim of the tutorial is to monitor You will take part in dedicated independent study skills during your time at College to show employers
your study programme.
your progress and give you the support you need to sessions which you will use for research and revision, and evidence of your digital skills. Speak to a member of
achieve your personal and academic targets. to complete tasks set by your teachers. Some of these LibraryPlus to find out more.
sessions may be supervised or facilitated by teaching
staff or learning mentors in LibraryPlus. Throughout the
year you will be expected to complete homework and
learning tasks that will help you retain knowledge and
enable you to prepare for your College lessons.
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STEP 1 STEP 3 A STEP BY
HOW TO JOIN US
WHICH PROGRAMME TO
CHOOSE AND HOW TO APPLY ENROL AND GET TO STEP GUIDE
DO YOUR RESEARCH
KNOW US MORE ON HOW TO JOIN US
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• Read about the programme in this guide and ENROLMENT
on our website - does it match your skills and
STEP
Once you have accepted your offer of
interests? place you will be sent details about how
• What is the labour market intelligence (LMI) to enrol online and secure your place at
STEP 4
telling you? Use our website to access Career Weston College. Once you done this you
Coach and our subject area landing pages, to will receive an email in your college email
see what employment prospects are in your
CHECKING YOU inbox confirming your place. Your college
chosen subject field ARE ON THE RIGHT email address will then act as our main
• Plot your learning journey with us by looking at PROGRAMME FOR YOU way to contact you.
each subject area’s careers map on our website
WHEN YOU HAVE YOUR
• If you haven’t done something similar at
school, take the Career Coach questionnaire on
ATTEND GUIDANCE KEEPING IN TOUCH AND GCSE RESULTS AND
the website to match your interests and skills INTERVIEW PREPARING FOR THE STARTING COLLEGE
to one of our programmes.
These take place via Microsoft Teams, START OF COLLEGE
so you don’t actually need to come into
We recognise that joining college and CURRICULUM
TAKE THE CAREER
COACH QUESTIONNAIRE
College. You will be sent all the details
on how to access this in your interview
starting a new programme is a big step. CONFIRMATION
Therefore, as soon as you have completed
AND MATCH YOUR confirmation email. This meeting is an Following your GCSE results we invite
INTEREST AND SKILLS your online enrolment we put on a
opportunity for us to ask you some you to virtually attend your curriculum
TO A PROGRAMME range of events and activities through
questions, and for you to ask us some – confirmation appointment to review
our Orientation Programme (virtual
this helps make sure we get you on the your results and confirm the programme
and face-to-face), alongside a series of
right programme. If you would prefer your you will study with us. You will be sent
APPLY ONLINE guidance interview to take place in person,
communications to ensure that you feel
comfortable and confident about joining us. information about this nearer the time via
you can request this when you book the an email to your Weston College email
• Visit www.weston.ac.uk interview through our online portal. Things to look out for include: address. These will take place in the later
• Find your chosen subject area online (you can • Insight Session – these are informal and part of August.
apply for more than one), click on the apply friendly and will provide you with the
button - this will add it to your basket ACCEPTING YOUR opportunity meet the lecturers, as well
• Create an account using your personal email OFFER OF PLACE as exploring the different campus areas
INDUCTION
address, or log in if you have already registered •J
oin your Microsoft Teams community
After your interview, we will email you for new starters All new students go through a helpful
• Complete your personal details and submit induction which will start shortly after your
with an offer of place. You will be able
your application, you won’t need to input •V
irtual student and parents’ information
to respond to your ‘Offer/s of Place’ by curriculum confirmation appointment.
details of your predicted grades at this point evenings
logging into your account and checking Induction is a programme of on-campus
• Choose your remote programme guidance your ‘Next Steps’. •A
virtual bridging programme and virtual activities, that will help you to
interview date and time - you will then receive feel comfortable and ready to achieve in
•W
elcome day
an email confirming your interview details and the next stage of your education.
following this some helpful tips. • GCSE results surgeries.
There will be plenty of opportunities to
If you need any assistance with explore the College and get to know the
If you have any queries about your your application contact College The We are Weston section of our website people you will be studying with. You will
application or how to apply, you should Information Services by emailing also has lots of useful information for new meet your tutors and learn more about what
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contact College Information Services on enquiries@weston.ac.uk or calling starters. You can find this at College offers in and out of the classroom, as
01934 411481 or enquiries@weston.ac.uk. 01934 411 481. www.weston.ac.uk/weareweston well as what we expect from you.LEARNING
LEARNING SUPPORT
SUPPORT
FOR STUDENTS WITH SEND
/ADDITIONAL NEEDS
Weston College’s innovative and unique specialist ACCESSING LEARNING SUPPORT
support model ensures staff have the specific skills To access learning support, a referral will need to be
and knowledge they need to deliver high-quality made to our learning support team. An initial needs
and personalised support to empower learners’ assessment will then be completed to establish the
independence. exact support required.
Ofsted says that our support for learners with A referral to discuss potential additional support can
additional needs is “outstanding”, and that our be made at any of the following stages:
specialist staff are “highly experienced and very well
qualified, with specific areas of expertise.” • School referral/educational, health and care plan
• Pre-entry identification (during interview)
Our staff work closely with the faculty teams to assess
our students’ special educational needs, disabilities • Applications/enrolment/admission
and barriers to learning, then implement a wide range • Parent or carer referral
of support programmes. • As part of a transition programme
We have a number of specialist areas that include: • Screening assessment
• Assistive technology • Self-referral
• Tutor referral
• Autism spectrum
• Professional referral
• Behaviour for learning
• Education, health, and care plan consultation.
• Deaf and/or hard of hearing
• Foundation learning (entry level programmes)
SUPPORT OPTIONS
• Support for students with mental health difficulties
Once the initial needs assessment is complete, our staff
• Specific learning difficulties (spld) will work with students and their tutors to provide an
• Speech, language and communication individualised support programme, which could include:
• Visual impairment. • Specialist teaching and in-class support
• Small group workshops
• Study skills
• Specialist equipment and assistive technology support
• Mentoring
• Diagnostic assessments
• Exam access arrangements
• Communication support
• Differentiation
FIND OUT MORE
• Extensive transition programme
This is an exciting opportunity to help • Weston Bay, our residential training facility for
support people with learning difficulties students on the autism spectrum.
and disabilities (SEND) who need extra
support to move into employment.
TAKE A TOUR OF WESTON BAY
A pioneering development which
is the first of its kind in the UK.
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WWW.WESTON.AC.UK/SENDSTUDENT
STUDENT SERVICES
SERVICES
Student Services aim is to provide you with support Activities include:
that will empower, inspire, and develop your skills to • Art therapy
help you work towards your future successes. Each • Futsal
College campus has a student support hub where you
• Gym and fitness sessions including Les Mills
can drop-in or make an appointment to access the
Virtual classes
following services:
• Yoga
• Table tennis
GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION
• Esports
Find the College Information Services at the reception
• Multisports
desk at each campus. They deal with general enquiries
and can also inform you about bursaries, funding your • Basketball
education, and where you can purchase our subsidised • Dungeons and Dragons
bus pass. • Plus much more!
The welfare and pastoral support team provide a
friendly, non-judgmental, and confidential service,
Working towards positive student and staff mental health where you can talk about anything that is worrying
and wellbeing is a college philosophy that engages you and access information, advice and support on a
everyone within the organisation. Our new mental health variety of situations that you may face. We also work
strategy, Wellbeing@Weston will ensure we continue with mental health practitioners to support students
to put mental health and wellbeing at the forefront of with their mental health. All college learners can also
College investment, and will be key in helping us achieve access a programme of counselling at each campus.
our overall mission of Creating Brighter Futures for all
students regardless of their starting point in life. To find out more visit www.weston.ac.uk/welfare
Wellbeing@Weston will ensure that a holistic and fluid
mental health and wellbeing support model exists
across the College, that combines our outstanding
support services and specialist support model with
numerous programmes and initiatives that allow you to
improve your health and wellbeing. These include: The Careers Advice Team is on hand to give you
advice about the career opportunities that lie ahead
• Access to a Wellbeing@Weston online library of you. They can work with you to plan your path to
employment, further study, or university. Each full-time
•E
ngagement in regular physical and wider activities,
both on-campus and online as part of your learner will receive an in-depth careers programme and
curriculum that will support increased achievement, access to highly qualified careers advisers, as well as
personal development, health and wellbeing the opportunity to attend a number of careers events
and activities with both employers and universities
• The opportunity to achieve wellbeing badges
To find out more visit www.weston.ac.uk/careers-advice
• Participate in our annual wellbeing celebration Wellfest.
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ave unique access to key wellbeing programmes WORKING WITH PARENTS
and support networks such as Togetherall and the Parents and carers play a vital role at the College,
nationally recognised initiative Let’s Chat. and we always welcome your support, input and
Each campus has its own wrap-around wellbeing feedback. We’ll work with you to ensure that your child
programme designed to offer you support, guidance settles into college life and gains the experiences and
and enrichment through wellbeing packages and qualifications necessary for them to succeed.
sessions built around your academic commitments. You can find out more about our how we work with
parents by visiting www.weston.ac.uk/parentsandcarers
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FIND OUT MORE AT
WWW.WESTON.AC.UK/SUPPORTPAYING FOR OUTSIDE THE
OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
YOUR COURSE CLASSROOM
FINANCIAL SUPPORT CARE TO LEARN
If you’re between the ages of 16 and 18 when you Care to Learn is a government scheme for parents
start a course that leads to a nationally-recognised under 20 years old. It provides up to £160 a week
qualification, your tuition and exams will be free. to pay for childcare costs if you take part in further
education.
There may be some additional costs for professional
start-up kits or uniforms depending on the programme
that you have chosen to study. The Students’ Union represents, supports, and advises CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
you about all aspects of campus life, and makes sure
To cover this cost there are a number of bursaries that At Weston College, you will find a number of clubs
MEALS PACKAGE that your experience of the College is the best it
and societies that will help you pursue your interests
you might be eligible to apply for. possibly can be. The Students’ Union Committee works
You might be able to claim up to £9.60 a week to put outside of lectures. These include book club, creative
towards your lunches at the College. This means that if to voice students’ views through the Learner Voice
writing, dance, music, drama, sport, debating, LGBT,
you eat at one of our canteens, you will get a free hot programme, organises fundraising events and trips,
young carers, and much more. You can find out more
or cold meal Monday to Friday each week. and supports themed weeks. When you join us you will
about our clubs and societies at our Freshers’ Fair or by
BURSARIES automatically join the Students’ Union and can apply
contacting the enrichment team.
for an NUS Totum Card, which offers discounts and
We have a range of bursaries for students between the
savings at stores across the country and online.
ages of 16 to 18 that contribute towards the costs of
To find out more about the Students’ Union or apply to VOLUNTEERING
attending College.
become part of the Students’ Union Committee, visit The College runs its own Volunteering Hub which
They can help you with costs such as travel, www.weston.ac.uk/studentsunion enables students and staff to share volunteering
equipment, uniforms and free meals. opportunities and find out how volunteering can
YOUR VOICE benefit you and the community.
You can get involved with the key decisions and
direction of the College by taking part in a number
of student roles. These include course, faculty and
campus representatives as well as involvement with
the Student Council and Students’ Union. We’re always
listening to our students’ views and ideas. Each year,
faculties and classes get the opportunity to nominate
representatives to meet on a termly basis and discuss
the things that matter to them.
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WESTON SPORT
ACADEMIES
Our Sports Academy recognises the abilities and PLAYER PATHWAYS STUDENT SUCCESS
efforts of our top athletes and aims to support them At Weston College we understand the importance of
to achieve their potential. creating pathways, for our athletes, to support progression. AMY
Therefore, we have developed a number of partnerships
As a student at Weston College, you will have the that will enable you to progress into semi-professional and • England U18 Representative
opportunity to combine your academic studies professional sport - in a playing or non-playing capacity. • England U20 Trials
with high-level sporting provision, which will allow We have partnerships with: • Current Bristol Bears Womens
you to fully immerse yourself as a student-athlete. Representative.
Weston Sport prides itself on its athlete-centred • Bristol Bears Rugby Club
approach, which will enable you to develop your
• Bristol Bears Women’s Rugby Club
RYAN
sporting performance, in a professionally structured
• England Colleges Representative
environment. • Weston AFC Football Club
• Current Bristol Rovers Player.
• Weston Sport Netball.
PROVISION
We offer high-quality provision in the following sports
and areas: CHLOE
• Football (male and female) • Severn Stars Superleague Team
Representative
• Netball
• England Roses U19 Academy
• Rugby (male and female).
• England Universities.
Weston Sport athletes receive a bespoke training and BAILEY
Establishing strong relationships with local clubs has
playing programme, which can be up to eight hours
proven to be extremely successful, as Weston College has • England Colleges Football Team.
per week. Weston Sport programmes involve a variety
large representation across the above teams, each year.
of training methods to enhance performance, such as:
• Bespoke strength and conditioning programmes Weston Sport hosts regular performance and transition
sessions throughout the academic year / season. These
• Sport psychology support
sessions provide athletes with the opportunity to
• Flexibility, speed, agility training experience all aspects of Weston Sport life. All events LOTTIE AND KATIE
• Nutritional support and dietary advice and sessions will be advertised across our social media •E
ngland Women’s Under 18 Talent
channels and directly through schools and clubs. Development Group.
• Sports therapy
• Sports analysis - Dartfish and PlayerTek.
Additionally, athletes will get access to our outstanding
sports facilities which include a Sport England-
READ MORE ABOUT For any further queries, please contact
specification sports hall, FA-approved artificial grass THIS YEAR’S Weston Sport on 01934 411 622
pitch and performance gym. INTERNATIONAL or academyofsport@weston.ac.uk
RECOGNITION FOR
ACADEMY ATHLETES
ACADEMY PLAYERS
LOTTIE AND KATIE
JOIN ENGLAND
U18S TDG
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CAMPUSES
CAMPUS CAMPUS
The subject areas based here are: Our investment in the facilities has created an ultra- The subject areas based here are: The new Health and Active Living Skills Centre houses
modern teaching environment, including dance our Health and Social Care and Sports learners. It
• Business, Law and Tourism studios and performance spaces. You will find a gym • All A Levels (sixth form) contains a simulation hospital ward with hi-tech
• Computing and IT and indoor sports hall and a 3G multi-use all-weather • Art, Design, Graphics, Photography, Media and Music medical mannequins. The sports facilities boast a full-
• Foundation Learning sports pitch. There is also a LibraryPlus, with open • Health and Social Care sized 3G football pitch, with spectator areas, and a
access to computers and Macs, hire equipment, and full-sized grassed pitch, sports hall and gym.
• Hospitality and Catering • Sport and Fitness.
thousands of books on offer. You can buy refreshments
• Hair and Beauty here – in our bistro, Costa Coffee, or The Grove - our There is also a LibraryPlus on this campus, which
Our sixth form centre contains well-equipped
industry-standard training restaurant. contains computers and books, and allows you to
• Early Years and Education classrooms and science labs, alongside a large
access a variety of study materials and mentoring. This
• Public Services independent study space and common area.
Plus from September 2021 Early Years and Education campus has a Costa Coffee as well as a bistro which
• Performing Arts. students will have brand-new, bespoke facilities which The creative wing is designed to inspire learning and serves a variety of hot and cold meals.
includes: A community room, Child and healthcare creativity for our vocational learners. You will find a
room, Primary school room, Creative and exploratory variety of specialist rooms to practise, perform, record,
atelier, Observation room, new IT suite and more ... and edit music. It also boasts a range of art workshops
see page 90 for full details. and studios, as well as suites of computers and Macs.
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WWW.WESTON.AC.UK/CAMPUSESSOUTH WEST CONSTRUCTION
CAMPUSES
SKILLS CAMPUS TRAINING CENTRE
The subject areas based here are: Our Automotive Training Centre was originally a The Construction Training Centre is Weston College’s The centre provides training in six key industry areas:
commercial garage and dealership – which makes it the new facility which is helping tackle the growing skills • Plant operations
• Engineering perfect place for you to learn to become a mechanic. shortage in the construction industry.
• Construction and Building Services • Scaffolding
This campus contains a LibraryPlus, which includes • Highways and groundworks
• Motor Vehicle computers, Macs, a variety of books, and learning This centre has enabled partnership work with Somax
• Traineeships. mentors who can help with your studies. and Simian. Somax specialise in driver training across • Health and safety
the South West, while Simian is a world-renowned • Driver training
The emphasis at this campus is on preparing you for The canteen at South West Skills Campus serves a scaffolding training and health and safety consultancy
a successful career in key technical areas and trades. variety of hot and cold meals throughout the day. The • Warehouse and forklifting.
provider specialising in workplace access and working
This is a high-technology campus with classrooms, campus also features a Costa Coffee. at height. Apprenticeships in scaffolding and logistics are also
workshops and labs that offer industry-standard based at this centre.
equipment to give you the hands-on experience you South West Skills Centre is also home to the West of
will need to progress into the industry. England Institute of Technology supporting technical
education at Levels 4 and above.
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WWW.WESTON.AC.UK/CAMPUSESWINTER ANIMAL MANAGEMENT
CAMPUSES
GARDENS EDUCATION CENTRE
The Weston College Group’s multimillion-pound On the seafront side the building retains the traditional The College has joined forces with Puxton Park, The centre has three classrooms, changing facilities,
redevelopment of the Winter Gardens Pavilion elements of its design and is Weston-super-Mare’s to enable learners to develop industry-specific wash-space, toilets, offices, and a student breakout
on Weston seafront has created a new home for iconic events venue which reopened to the public after skills working within the park’s extensive farmland, area. This innovative and exciting partnership provides a
University Centre Weston (UCW) and the Law and an extensive renovation and refurbishment. The Winter facilities and wide range of farm and domestic wealth of opportunities for learners, to develop practical
Professional Services Academy, a bright and spacious Gardens Pavilion is one of the largest venues of its animals, which will significantly enhance your skills with species to suit everyone’s interests from
teaching and learning facility, which is located on kind in the South West, and since the late 1920s it has employability. reptiles to large farm animals through to birds of prey.
the Italian Gardens side of the building. It features a hosted many famous acts. It features an impressive
library, computer equipment, technology enhanced neo-Georgian ballroom, ideal for conferences, Puxton Park has provided 2050 m2 land to the College This partnership also allows employers to be involved
‘pods’ for group study, a café, classrooms, social ceremonies, and events, as well as a number of smaller who created the new £1.4m Animal Management with delivery and assessment to ensure that learners
spaces and so much more. conference and meeting rooms. Education Centre. The new centre utilises low carbon develop the skills that are current and up to date with
techniques and creates an inclusive education facility industry standards.
for delivery of the practical elements of the animal
management curriculum.
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WWW.WESTON.AC.UK/CAMPUSESGETTING TO
TRAIN TRAVEL
GETTING TO COLLEGE
Weston-super-Mare’s main station is on the main line between Bristol and Exeter. All of our campuses
COLLEGE
are a 10-20 minute walk from the train station or just a short bus journey.
SERVICE
TRAVEL TIME
FREQUENCY
Bristol Temple Meads to Weston-super-Mare 20 minutes* 25 minutes
Bridgwater to Weston-super-Mare 40 minutes* 18 minutes
*services are more frequent at peak times
Getting here is BUS TRAVEL
easy; our three main WESTON COLLEGE CAMPUSES
We offer you the choice of two subsidised
campuses have great bus travel passes - which you choose will
depend on where you are travelling from
For the full addresses of our campuses, please see the back page of this prospectus.
transport links across and whether you wish to use the service
outside of College hours. For our bus pass NEAREST BUS NEAREST TRAIN STUDENT
the region and are prices please visit www.weston.ac.uk/bus
CAMPUS
STOP STATION CAR PARK
easily accessible by First Bus Travel Pass
Knightstone Knightstone Road
road, train and bus. Our First Bus Pass offer is one of the Campus (Weston College)
Weston-super-Mare No
most generous in the area and gives you
substantial discounts on travel across the Loxton Road
West of England. The pass is valid on all Loxton Campus Weston-super-Mare Yes
(Weston College)
local First Group buses 24 hours a day
during term-times, and comes in either a
South West Skills
five-day or seven-day option. It doesn’t Locking Road Weston Milton Yes
Campus
have to be used solely for College-related
travel – there are no restrictions on what
kind of travel you can use it for! Puxton Park A370 Worle Yes
Weston College Travel Pass
We have continued to expand the Construction
– – Yes
number of direct coach services to the Training Centre
College. Now there are direct routes from
Bridgwater, Nailsea, Clevedon, Portishead
and Blagdon, meaning that you can get to
College even faster and more efficiently
than using normal timetabled bus routes.
These routes provide one inward and
DID YOU KNOW? GREEN
outward journey per day. 16 and 17-year-olds are
TRAVEL
able to purchase a new If you plan to cycle
railcard. The 16-17 Saver will to College, you will
entitle holders to a 50% discount be able to secure your bike using the cycle
on season tickets and peak, off- racks which are available at all campuses. As
peak and advance fares. More our sites are easily accessible by road, you
shouldn’t have any problems if you choose to
information can be found use your bike to get here.
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31A LEVELS
A LEVELS
WHAT OUR STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY …
COLLEGE IS A TIME TO
ASPIRE AND DREAM
AND WHAT MAKES WESTON
COLLEGE DIFFERENT IS
THAT THEY HELP YOU
EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
A Levels are perfect for students who FACILITIES TO REACH THOSE DREAMS.”
want to follow routes that include Based at Loxton Campus, Loxton Road, the Sixth
undergraduate degree-level study, degree Form is a bespoke building designed to feel more
apprenticeships or a professional career. like a university, preparing you for future study. The
facilities include: ROSIE GRAHAM-HICKS
• Modern learning environment for 16 to 19-year-olds
ARE A LEVELS FOR YOU? • Student common room and independent study areas FORMER SCHOOL: Clevedon School
• Fast, free and secure WiFi connection
•Y
es - if you perform well in exams and Rosie is set to study Human and Social Sciences
• Specialised software packages for individual subjects at Cardiff University
learn better in a classroom environment.
•A
well-resourced library including e-resources and
•Y
es – if you want the option of choosing a laptop loan service
variety of subjects (study three or in some • Access to a large number of PCs and Macs
cases, four subjects) before deciding •S
ubject-specific classrooms, such as fully equipped A LEVELS IN 60
which one area of specialism you would science labs SECONDS HEAR
like to pursue at university or as a career. • Access to sports facilities and a gym. OUR LECTURERS
•Y
es – if you’d like to benefit from a career TALK ABOUT
enhancing pathway too - meaning you THEIR SUBJECTS
can study one of the pathways below,
alongside your core programmes to
support your learning, improve your CV
and UCAS application. Choose from:
• Bio-medical
• Business enterprise
• Creative enterprise
• Debating and current affairs qualification
• Extended project qualification
• Sports performance
• Extra tuition
As a Weston College student you will become part of our
exciting new SIXTH FORM CAREER EXCELLENCE HUB.
FIND OUT
Your study programme will have lots of career
ABOUT THESE boosting benefits, all with the aim of giving you the
PATHWAYS opportunity to become career ready! This includes
HERE unrivalled exposure to employers, enhanced work
experience, employer visits and more ... Take a look
at page 10 to find out about all these benefits that will
come your way!
Our Sixth Form Career Excellence Hub endorsers are:
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LEVEL
CHEMISTRY Study the principles of chemistry and how it relates to real life.
ANIMAL
Practical sessions include the synthesis of common compounds
A LEVEL
A LEVELS
such as aspirin. The programme is made up of the following
3 modules: foundations in chemistry; periodic table and energy;
core organic chemistry; physical chemistry; transition elements;
DURATION: 2 YEARS organic chemistry; analysis.
MANAGEMENT
START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2022
LOCATION: LOXTON CAMPUS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including English) and grade 6 or
above in core and additional science and maths.
LEVEL
ART Explore traditional and experimental artistic processes, techniques
and skills including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and
LEVEL
COMPUTER You will learn the technical aspects of computer science. This
A LEVEL
programme has an emphasis on abstract thinking, general
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3D, graphics, new media and creative software. You will visit local
SCIENCE problem solving, algorithmic and mathematical reasoning, and
DURATION: 2 YEARS
and national galleries where you will investigate historical and
contemporary artists, taking influence from their disciplines and styles 3 A LEVEL
scientific and engineering-based thinking. Studying mathematics
alongside this A Level is mandatory as it complements the subject
to develop your individual responses for your personal project. matter and will allow you to progress.
START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2022
DURATION: 2 YEARS
LOCATION: LOXTON CAMPUS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2022
Five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including English and maths) and grade 5
LOCATION: LOXTON CAMPUS Five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including English) and grade 6 or
or above in an art-based subject. above in maths.
LEVEL
BUSINESS Learn about: business; leadership; management; decision making;
marketing; operations; finance; human resources in terms of small,
LEVEL
CRIMINOLOGY Criminology includes elements of psychology, law and sociology.
A LEVEL
Develop your knowledge and understanding of the criminal justice
large, local or global businesses. You will also analyse the strategic
BTEC
3
system and an awareness of the cause and effects of different
DURATION: 2 YEARS
position of a business, as well as learning how to choose strategic
direction, pursue strategies, and manage strategic change. 3 types of crime. You will also examine theories that explain the
behaviours and reasons why people commit crime.
DURATION: 2 YEARS
START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2022 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2022 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
LOCATION: LOXTON CAMPUS LOCATION: LOXTON CAMPUS
Five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including English and maths). Five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including English and maths).
LEVEL
BIOLOGY Study the natural science of life and living organisms: foundations in
biology; exchange and transport; biodiversity; evolution and disease;
LEVEL
ECONOMICS Look at decisions made by organisations and the government,
and the impact they have on the economy. You will cover
A LEVEL genetics and ecosystems.
A LEVEL exchange rates; unemployment; inflation; national debt; growth;
3 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
3 worldwide markets; energy pricing policies. Economics is
perfectly matched with business studies for a career in a
DURATION: 2 YEARS DURATION: 2 YEARS business environment.
START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2022 Five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including English) and grade 6 or above START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2022
LOCATION: LOXTON CAMPUS
in core and additional science and maths.
LOCATION: LOXTON CAMPUS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (including English), and grade 6 or
above in maths.
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