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2025/2026 Prospectus
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PRINCIPAL’S CONTENTS
WELCOME
At WQE, we have a simple but These are exciting times at Principal’s Welcome 2 Curiosity26
passionate view that a great WQE. In fact there has never
Introduction4 Enrichment 27
been a better time to study
education is about more than with us. So why not take a Our courses 5 Sport and physical activity
achieving great results. We are closer look at what we have opportunities – a chance for
Advanced Level: A Levels and Level 3
committed to preparing you to offer you and your future. Vocational Courses 6
everyone to get involved 28
well for a successful future as You can find out more through
Learning beyond the classroom 30
the virtual tour on our website Course combinations 12
a young professional. We will
and by visiting us in person. Skills and employability 31
challenge you, while working Advanced transition programme 14
with you to pursue and achieve We strive to bring the very Consideration32
Entry requirements 16
best – the extraordinary – out
your ambitions – and supporting of each and every one of our Apply 17
Welfare and skills 33
you every step of the way. students, and look forward to Financial support 33
Commitment18
We believe the quality, range, and being able to welcome you
Community34
flexibility of our curriculum offer is into our College in the future. Teaching and learning
unrivalled. We have invested heavily – people strategy 19 Outstanding facilities 35
in our buildings and facilities to create Development and progression 20 Equality and diversity 37
an ideal academic environment,
perfectly located alongside the WQE Student 21 Student voice and parent
University’s own inspiring campus or carer views 39
Digital strategy 22
in the heart of Leicester. Student governor 39
Safeguarding 23
We are proud of the support and Student Executive 40
care available for our students. Challenge24
At WQE, you will be joining a Student societies 40
High achievers 25
welcoming, considerate, and highly Sustainability 41
motivated community. Your creativity Extension subjects 25
and curiosity will be encouraged; Campus maps 42
your commitment will be recognised Transport information 43
and valued. Paul Wilson
Principal
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INTRODUCTION Our courses
Focus on academic excellence
We understand that achieving great
results is crucial. That's why we
focus on matching you with the
perfect programme, and providing
extensive support to help you
succeed. Our personalised approach
ensures you can reach and exceed
your goals.
Explore your potential with
our diverse course offer
Join us, and discover the
At WQE, we offer the widest range
perfect set of courses
of A Level and classroom-based
to shape your future!
vocational courses in the area,
providing a flexible curriculum tailored
to your strengths and passions.
Whether you're aiming for university,
an apprenticeship, or the workplace,
we have the right programme for you.
Hands-on learning for
real-world success
Our courses are designed with your
future in mind. They feature fantastic
and relevant learning taught by skilled
specialists. In your time with us, you will
develop the skills and understanding
to prepare you for the exciting journey
to becoming a young professional.
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Our courses
Advanced-level courses:
Are a continuation of the kind of Lead to many options in higher
education you experienced on education and employment.
your GCSE courses, but with
greater specialisation and depth.
Include courses of a more vocational
or applied nature. These have
Include A Levels and a range of many of the same characteristics
other Level 3 vocational courses. as other advanced-level courses,
but have stronger links with the
world of employment. For these
Cover many subjects with which subjects, assessment relies more on
you are familiar – English, History, coursework than on examinations.
Chemistry, Maths, for example –
and many others that will be new
to you, such as Psychology, Law, Often have specific entry criteria.
Accounting, Ancient History, Film
Studies, and Electronics. You
Advanced Level: have a huge range of subjects When planning your programme,
from which to choose. you should consider:
A Levels and Level 3 1. Your likely GCSE achievement
Vocational Courses Vary widely in content – Photography
2. Your interests
3. How studying a subject may
is obviously different to Physics
Most WQE students enrol on a two-year, prepare or qualify you for what
– but all develop your academic
advanced-level programme. you want to do after WQE
and intellectual skills. For some
WQE offers an exceptionally wide range subjects, practical skills are an To study a subject at A Level that
of advanced-level courses. This gives us essential part of the course. you have already taken at GCSE, you
vast flexibility for time-tabling students’ should normally have achieved at least
personalised programmes; almost all grade 4 or 5 in that subject at GCSE.
combinations are possible. Are assessed through a combination
of examinations and coursework.
In most subjects, examinations
carry greater weight.
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Our courses
These are the Level 3 courses we plan Health and Sport Humanities
to offer for 2025 entry. They are grouped
by Curriculum Area. • Health and Social Care Cambridge • Ancient History A Level
Technical Extended Diploma • Geography A Level
Biology, Chemistry, and (equivalent to 3 A Levels)
• History A Level
Applied Science • Health and Social Care
• Law A Level
Cambridge Technical Diploma
• Applied Science BTEC Diploma (equivalent to 2 A Levels) • Law BTEC Extended Certificate
(equivalent to 2 A Levels) (equivalent to 1 A Level)
• Health and Social Care Cambridge
• Applied Science BTEC Extended Technical Extended Certificate • Politics A Level
Certificate (equivalent to 1 A Level) (equivalent to 1 A Level)
• Biology A Level Mathematics
• Physical Education A Level
• Chemistry A Level • Sport and Physical Activity • Mathematics A Level
Cambridge Technical Extended • Mathematics, Further A Level
Business, Economics, Diploma (equivalent to 3 A Levels)
and Finance • Sport and Physical Activity
• Accounting A Level Cambridge Technical Diploma
• Business Cambridge (equivalent to 2 A Levels)
Technical Extended Diploma • Sport and Physical Activity
(equivalent to 3 A Levels) Cambridge Technical Extended
• Business Cambridge Technical Certificate (equivalent to 1 A Level)
Diploma (equivalent to 2 A Levels)
• Business Cambridge English, Film, and Languages
Technical Extended Certificate Scan here
• English Language and Literature A Level
(equivalent to 1 A Level) to find more
• English Language A Level information
• Business Studies A Level
• English Literature A Level on courses
• Economics A Level
• Film Studies A Level
• French A Level
• German A Level
• Spanish A Level
Open Day:
2 November, 9:00am – 3:00pm
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Our courses
Media and Creative Arts Performing Arts (Off-site
• Art, Craft and Design A Level Provision)
• Art and Design Extended Diploma Leicester College of
(equivalent to 3 A Levels) Performing Arts (LCPA)
• Creative Digital Media BTEC • Dance, BTEC Extended Diploma
National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts Practice, (LCPA)
(equivalent to 1 A Level) (equivalent to 3 A Levels)
• Drama and Theatre A Level • Acting, BTEC Extended Diploma
• Fashion and Textiles A Level in Performing Arts Practice, (LCPA)
(equivalent to 3 A Levels)
• Fine Art A Level
• Musical Theatre, BTEC Extended
• Graphic Communication A Level
Diploma in Performing Arts Practice,
• Media Studies A Level (LCPA) (equivalent to 3 A Levels)
• Music A Level Studio 79
• Photography A Level Level 3 Programmes
• Product Design A Level • Dance, BTEC Extended Diploma in
Performing Arts Practice, (Studio
79) (equivalent to 3 A Levels)
Physics, Computing, and ICT Social Science
• Musical Theatre, BTEC Extended
Diploma in Performing Arts Practice • Computer Science A Level • Criminology Applied Diploma
(Studio 79) (equivalent to 3 A Levels) • Electronics A Level (equivalent to 1 A Level)
Level 2 Programme • ICT BTEC Extended Diploma • Psychology A Level
• Diploma in Performing and Production (equivalent to 3 A Levels) • Religious Studies (Philosophy,
Arts Industry Skills (Studio 79) • ICT BTEC Diploma (equivalent Ethics and Religion) A Level
(equivalent to 3 GCSEs) to 2 A Levels) • Sociology A Level
PLUS BTEC Certificate in Work Skills • ICT BTEC Extended Certificate
(Studio 79) (equivalent to 1 GCSE) (equivalent to 1 A Level)
Scan here
• Physics A Level to find more
information
on courses
All qualifications are offered subject to accreditation and funding following the Department
for Education Post 16 Curriculum and Assessment Review announced in July 2024.
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Course combinations
You have the option to mix and match your courses. You can select one of
these combinations.
Extended Extended
A Levels Diploma Certificates
Choose to study Choose to study Choose to study
3 A Level subjects. 1 Extended 3 Extended
Diploma subject. Certificate subjects.
Diploma / A Level / A Level /
A Level / Ext Cert / A Level /
Ext Cert Ext Cert Ext Cert
Choose to study Choose to study
Choose to study
1 A Level subject 2 A Level subjects
1 Diploma subject
with with
with either
2 Extended Certificate 1 Extended Certificate
1 A Level or 1 Extended
subjects. subject.
Certificate subject.
The combination that’s right for you.
Open Day:
2 November, 9:00am – 3:00pm
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Advanced transition programme All students will complete their core programme of English
and Maths GCSEs alongside our Young Professionals Unit,
This is a programme solely which has been designed to prepare students for the demands of Level 3
for students who hold a study and includes completion of a Higher Project Qualification.
Level 3 offer, but narrowly Alongside your core programme, you will also be able to choose one of the
miss their entrance criteria below pathways:
and who have clear potential
to succeed at advanced level
after a year of support.
Students choose the pathway
Business Technical Contemporary
that offers them a clear • Business Level 2 Business World
Level 3 progression route. • Certificate • Business Level • Psychology GCSE
Psychology GCSE 2 Certificate • Citizenship GCSE
• Citizenship GCSE • ICT Level 2 • Sociology GCSE
Certificate
• Film Studies GCSE
Dance Engineering Science
(Led by Studio 79) • ICT Level 2 • Chemistry GCSE
• Maths GCSE Certificate or Applied
x 2 (offsite) • Core Maths Level 3 Science GCSE
• English GCSE • Electronics GCSE • Biology GCSE
x 2 (offsite) • Computer • Psychology GCSE
Working with our Young Professionals Unit, you will complete a core • Dance Level 2 Science GCSE • Core Maths Level 3
programme that includes English and Maths GCSEs and a Higher Project
Qualification. The programme and the Young Professionals Unit prepare
you for the demands of Level 3 study.
Science & Health Sport Visual Arts
In addition to your core programme, you choose one of the pathways
outlined below. You must take all subjects within your chosen pathway. • Biology GCSE • Sport Level 2 • Graphics GCSE
If you make a success of your core programme and pathway choice, you • Psychology GCSE • Psychology GCSE • Photography GCSE
should be able to continue your studies with us at Level 3. • Sociology GCSE • Biology GCSE • Fine Art GCSE
At Level 3, you can take a tailored study programme formed from A Levels, • Health and Social • Film Studies GCSE
vocational options, or Cambridge Advanced Nationals (AAQ) courses. Care Level 2
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Apply
Your route to WQE College
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Entry requirements
Information and guidance Open Day (2 November)
A Level and 2 years 6 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, You’ll receive information and guidance Our Open Day gives you and your family
including English Language through your school about the options a chance to visit the College, meet
Vocational (for A-Level courses, you must have available to you once you reach the teachers and current students, and learn
Level 3 at least 2 GCSEs at grade 5 or above). age of 16. These may include visits more about our courses and facilities.
or presentations from WQE staff.
Advanced 1 transition A programme solely for students
Transition
year, leading who hold a Level 3 offer, but narrowly 3 4
to 1 or 2 miss their course criteria and who
further years at have clear potential to succeed at Application Application decision
advanced level advanced level after a year of support.
To apply to study at WQE, use your After the deadline date, we will review
school’s PS16 portal. If your school your application promptly and, if you’re
doesn't have PS16, you can apply suitably qualified, make you an offer.
Progression support directly via the PS16 portal on the Students needing further guidance may
WQE website. Your application must be contacted by our Admissions Team.
The College offers a small range of bespoke support and ESOL provision to enable reach us by 31 January 2025.
advanced-level progression. Students who enrol onto a Progression Support
programme will have a personalised programme which may include a combination
of the following courses: 5 6 7
• Business Certificate in Employability • ICT Functional Skills
• English Functional Skills • Maths NCFE Level 1 Certificate Offer holders event Welcome to WQE Enrolment
• Health Certificate in Employability This is a great opportunity Get to know us better During enrolment you’ll
To find out more about this programme and our assessment process, please for you to talk to WQE – this is your chance to have access to advice
contact the Admissions Team directly. subject staff, and experience college life and guidance that reflect
agree a provisional as a WQE student. your actual GCSE results.
programme of study. It’s essential that we enrol
In addition to the Study Programme entry criteria, specific subject you on the right courses.
criteria may also apply, see our website for details.
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Teaching and learning
– people strategy
We want WQE to be a place where your learning journey is the best
it can be. To support your progress, we will provide you with a broad
range of staff who are completely invested in your success.
We have been working hard to ensure that WQE is not just a fantastic place
to come and learn, but a fantastic place to come and work. That’s why
we’ve put teaching and learning at the heart of our People Strategy.
The whole team here at WQE, from the Estates Team to the Principal, care
about how their role helps to develop you and your fellow students into the
young professionals of the future. Our teachers are experts in their subjects,
offering in-depth subject knowledge and personalised teaching methods.
Their mission is to ensure that you reach your potential.
Our Personal Progress Mentors
and our Welfare and Skills Team
work closely with your teachers
to provide the wraparound
support that brings success,
no matter what barriers you
face, large or small. All of this is
underpinned by the hard work
Being ambitious and striving to of the other college teams who
make the most of our talents and provide the services you need to
resources, prioritising learning and complete your studies, explore
personal development, support extracurricular opportunities, and
where needed to overcome make your application for the
challenges or improve outcomes. next step of your life journey.
COMMITMENT
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Development and progression Personalised
mentoring with
Personal Progress
Your future starts here at WQE Pathways to success: Mentors
Outstanding Dedicated
At WQE, we are dedicated to helping expert guidance and
enrichment Welfare and
you achieve a positive outcome after valuable connections offer Skills Team
college, whether that's university, an Our strong relationships with universities
apprenticeship, or another path. We make it easier for you to transition to
provide the support, impartial advice, higher education. Those relationships
and guidance you need to help you sometimes lead to preferential offers.
make your next steps towards a Each year, many of our students gain
successful and fulfilling future. admission to top universities or start
High-achievers Strong student
successful careers as young professionals.
Rapid progress and Our careers and progression staff also
programme leadership via
real-world experience Student Executive
organise events, workshops, and talks
Our support extends to all students, with local businesses to help you gain
including those in progression support, the knowledge and skills needed for the
ESOL provision, and Level 1 programmes, world beyond WQE. From work shadowing
many of whom progress to advanced- to employability workshops, we ensure
you're well-prepared for what comes next.
WQE
level studies and beyond. For students
in vocational programmes, we have
Our values and your potential Specialist Masterclass Student
strong links with employers, providing Programme joining Huge variety
formal work-experience opportunities. At WQE, we ask from you only what we curriculum and of student-led
ask of ourselves: to be open, honest, pastoral areas societies
committed, and motivated to be your (prestigious external
best. We're proud of our traditional speakers)
values of hard work and respect,
and of our rich reputation within the
community. We understand that your
journey is unique to you, so our detailed,
personalised approach ensures you can
reach and exceed your goals. The one
most important thing you will learn from Externally Diversity and
us is how much you can achieve. accredited Life inclusion
Skills programme celebrated
for all
Join WQE, and take the first Close working 24/7 Safeguarding
Open Day: step towards a successful relationship with and Welfare
2 November, 9:00am – 3:00pm and fulfilling future! local universities support networks
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Digital strategy Safeguarding
The constantly changing digital landscape The College is also keen to use AI We know that some members of our
that surrounds you is reflected at WQE technology. We recognise that AI College community need more support
by our investment in new technologies, creates opportunities as well as than others. We also know that it’s our
new digital equipment, and training challenges, but we also know that moral imperative to do everything we
for our staff to support you. These are your future will inevitably involve this can to support our college community.
exciting times with new developments technology. So it’s our responsibility We have a dedicated Safeguarding
entering the curriculum all the time. to provide you with an education Team who use the latest technology and
We are always looking for ways to that embraces the opportunities University networks to create a safe and
maximise your experience using our of AI while helping you understand welcoming community. Our SafeZone
current facilities, while also developing its challenges so you can use it App gives you access to their support
our plans for the digital age. We are a responsibly. immediately. And if you need it, our
Microsoft 365 learning organisation, Whisper service lets you talk anonymously
and are upskilling our staff to take full to the Safeguarding Team.
advantage of the available teaching tools, We encourage all students to reach out
while utilising all of the software to make to us whenever they’re experiencing
our processes more efficient for you. challenges. When College is open,
We encourage students to bring and you can call us on our safeguarding
use their own devices, and provide freephone number 0800 061 4222.
full access to our Wi-Fi network. If this We work closely with a wide range of
isn’t a possibility for you, you will have academic and welfare services at WQE,
access to hardware in classrooms tailoring support to individual need.
and study centres. Everyone has We have a long-established strong
access to what they need. safeguarding and welfare culture at
We keep ourselves at the forefront of WQE and know that it has never been
evolving new technology to support so important to take care of each other.
your learning, and to aid your transition
to future employment. Our pilot
project in the virtual-reality learning Scan here to
environment is a good example. find more
information
on safeguarding
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High achievers
At WQE, we offer a unique programme
of academic support and development
to enable high-achieving students to be
the best they can be. Our aim is to help
them make successful applications to
Oxbridge, Russell Group, and other
competitive universities.
Scan here for
more information
Extension subjects
Expand your horizons at WQE
Many WQE students choose to take
an additional qualification alongside
their main programme. If you're
suitably qualified, you can complete the
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).
The EPQ is a research-based project that
Pursuit of excellence, focus positively develops essential independent study
on the future, celebrate and recognise skills for higher-education success.
achievements especially when
challenges are overcome or ambitious
Join WQE, and make the most
goals are achieved, stretching and
of your educational journey!
supporting to help make progress.
CHALLENGE
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Enrichment
Enrich your experience at WQE
WQE offers a wide range of additional courses and activities
to enhance your student life, develop your personal
skills, and prepare you for the future. These opportunities
complement your exam subjects and help you gain
valuable skills for higher education and employment.
Choose your path
During enrolment, you'll have the chance to select an
enrichment course alongside your main programme. With a
broad selection to explore, you're sure to find something that
interests you and adds to your overall experience at WQE.
Discover more
For detailed information on the courses and their content,
visit our website.
Join us at WQE, and Scan here
make the most of for more
your college journey! information
CURIOSITY
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Each individual sport or physical-activity-enrichment course has its own target
audience. Look under the headings to find out what suits you best.
Competitive team sports Physical activities
Competitive teams play in AOC regional Recreational sport and physical
leagues, AOC National Cups, AOC regional activities are for students who want
events, Team Leicestershire competitions, to play and improve their skills and
and Leicestershire County Competitions. fitness. You will have opportunities to
Teams include: participate in internal competitions.
• Men’s Football Sessions include:
• Women’s Football • Badminton
• Men’s Basketball • Outdoor Football
• Women’s Basketball • Indoor Football
• Men’s Rugby • Multisport
• Women’s Rugby • Table Tennis
• Men’s Cricket • Women’s Rugby
• Women’s Cricket • Basketball
• Netball • Netball
• Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Badminton • Volleyball
• Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Volleyball
• Men’s and Women’s Table Tennis
Sport and physical activity Fitness Sports development
opportunities
opportunities – a chance for Fitness based enrichments for those
students who want to be physically active Sessions include:
everyone to get involved and use the College fitness-suite facilities
Sessions include:
• AOC leadership programme
• Leadership and Coaching
WQE College has a range of great facilities across the • Strength and Conditioning (beginners)
• First Aid and Sports Injuries
two campuses, giving you a chance to get involved in a • Strength and Conditioning (advanced)
• Careers in Sport
wide choice of sport and physical activities. Our unique • Olympic Lifting
enrichment programmes offer a way for every student to
• Women’s Gym Fitness
stay active. Your choices cover traditional competitive team
sports, recreational sports, fitness activities, non-traditional • Couch to 5km
activities, leadership, volunteering, and health for life. • Yoga
• Dance Fitness Open Day:
• Cross Fit 2 November, 9:00am – 3:00pm
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Learning beyond
the classroom
Community projects and volunteering
provide you with invaluable opportunities
to make a difference, meet new people,
Encouraging a love of learning,
learn from others, and develop skills such
supporting students to be
as organising and leading. You’ll find a
curious and aspirational about
huge range of volunteering opportunities
their future, sharing creativity,
within the College or through student
exploration and innovation.
groups, peer mentoring, and the work
of the Student Executive Team.
We’ll also encourage and support you WQE students have access to a vast
to develop charitable projects, locally or array of trips and visits each year. Trips
are linked to the subjects you take, the
further afield. As well as encouraging you
to make a difference, we want to inspire societies you join, and the competitions Skills and employability
your curiosity and raise your awareness of in which you take part. They all add
global issues or perspectives. You could an extra dimension to College life, and
create some of your most memorable
Developing skills and growing as a young professional
link with local schools, for example, by
supporting reading or acting as a Sports and influential experiences. We're committed at WQE to nurturing your individual interests and preparing
Volunteer and getting involved in primary- Some of the international destinations you for your future journey. Beyond academic subjects, we focus on developing
school Tag Rugby tournaments or leading our students have visited include Iceland, your technical, personal, and social skills to equip you for success in a
school sports days. Our students are our Rome, Venice, New York, and Berlin. changing world. We’ll give you personalised guidance to tailor your programme
best ambassadors and are very active National trips have taken them to London and explore new opportunities that align with your goals. Whether you're set on
in supporting various events, including for arts events and the Supreme Court, a specific path or exploring options, our supportive community and inclusive
helping to promote the College. and to Sheringham. Others trips are environment will help you develop into a responsible, independent young adult.
more local: they include the National
Look out for our Student Space Centre and New Walk Museum.
Join WQE to discover your potential, gain confidence, and make
Ambassadors when you These are just some examples of learning
a positive impact on your future and the world around you.
come to our Open Day. outside the classroom; there are many
more. You can keep up to date on trips
and visits that students undertake by
visiting the news section of our website.
We are also well supported by the
Wyggeston Foundation and Old
Wyggestonian Association, both of
which can help significantly reduce the
costs of trips and visits that enhance
the experience of our students.
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Welfare
and skills
The Welfare and Skills Team are here
for any student who needs extra
help during their time with us. We
provide support for students with a
physical disability or a specific learning
difference, such as dyslexia, mental
ill-health, or a medical condition.
We offer a wide range of services to meet
your needs. That could include access
to any of the following: mentoring, quiet
spaces, group workshops, counselling,
and exam access arrangements.
We welcome applications from all
students for whom we can offer a suitable
course. We recognise the potential within
students who have already overcome
the challenge of coping with an illness,
Financial support
impairment, or disability. Our Welfare and Financial support, through the 16-19
Skills Team will work with you from the Bursary Fund, is available to students
application stage to course completion. whose household income is below
Please help us to support you by letting £33,000. Bursaries are based on individual
us know at the time of your application need and can include support for the
if you have any specific needs. cost of transport, meals, educational
Scan the QR code below to find out more trips, or other course-related costs.
about the services and support available
in the Welfare and Skills Department.
Open and honest, building trust,
respect and understanding of
Scan here Scan here
different contexts and perspectives,
for more for more
consideration of our impact on
information information
others and the environment.
CONSIDERATION
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Outstanding facilities
Our extensive, leafy campuses and Our science laboratories are designed for
specialist facilities make WQE an attractive each individual science. They are modelled
place to study. Split over two sites, we and equipped to incorporate specialist
have more outdoor space for sport and facilities for science teaching and learning.
leisure than any other local college. WQE study areas have relevant and
We also have extensive study and learning stimulating materials and learning
resources. They range from traditional and facilities which provide a calm and well-
inspiring library spaces to IT study centres equipped independent study area. As a
and multiple supervised study rooms. student, you’ll have access to over 22,000
There are fitness suites, creative spaces, current publications, e-books, and online
and great social and dining facilities. study platforms supporting all aspects
Our twin campuses offer extensive and of the WQE curriculum and more.
modern specialist sports facilities, enabling The College has extensive, safe, and
a wide range of sports for competition pleasant grounds for socialising,
and participation. They include tennis, and a modern sports-hall complex
netball, basketball, and futsal courts, as with a high-specification gym.
well as cricket, rugby, and football pitches. Our multiple Learning Resource
Teaching and learning at WQE takes Centres provide large, open, flexible
place in purpose-built, specialist learning spaces with networked
accommodation. computers. They give you access
In J Building we have a state-of-the- to our Virtual Learning Environment,
art facility for art, design, graphics, the internet, subject-specific
photography, textiles, and ceramics, software, and Office applications.
as well as wood and metal workshops. WQE Online gives you online access
It also houses a café, art gallery, dark to information and resources. These
rooms, and drama and music studios. resources come in both general form
Welcoming, safe and supportive, and in formats specific to courses.
enabling a sense of belonging, You also have specific student-level
identifying opportunities, access that lets you track or reach
sharing and adding value, information relevant to yourself.
promotion of British Values.
COMMUNITY
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Extensive and modern IT facilities
help you produce high-quality
coursework using a variety of software
packages, including industry-standard
software relevant to your course.
As a WQE student, you also benefit from
our estate and the high-quality buildings
of Leicester’s established learning
quarter, which includes the University
of Leicester. Many curriculum teams
have links with University counterparts,
and for some projects or independent
work, students have access to the
University’s David Wilson Library.
Students also have opportunities to work
in collaboration with University of Leicester
PhD students on projects that support the
local community, such as environmental
sustainability and equality and diversity.
You can also use other University facilities,
including the bookshop and cashpoints. Our Estates Strategy emphasises the
need for ongoing investment across both
Our proximity to the University campus
campuses. Our aim is to continue to
creates a fabulous environment. It
refurbish and remodel the accommodation
gives you the space to grow, and the
to create additional thriving and vibrant
time, freedom, and opportunities to
teaching and learning facilities that deliver
express and to challenge yourself.
an outstanding learning experience for all
our students. The Strategy also includes
a programme of planned maintenance Equality and diversity
over the medium to long term. We hope
to develop the Strategy to include future The College is committed to equality of opportunity.
decarbonisation projects. Our proactive approach to equality supports
and encourages under-represented groups,
The speed at which we can deliver
promotes inclusivity, and values diversity.
our Estates Strategy depends on
the availability of capital funding We aim to make sure that differences between people,
for sixth-form colleges. groups, and identities are understood, valued, and
respected. Managing diversity is about improving
how people can work together by recognising
and valuing their similarities and differences.
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Student voice and
parent or carer views
We pride ourselves on building effective relationships
with all our students and their parents or carers.
To support this, we take opportunities throughout
the academic year to gather feedback via
questionnaires, focus groups, and webinars.
Most importantly, we set out to be open and
approachable to maintain an ongoing dialogue
between all elements of the College community.
At the end of each formal survey of student
opinion, we ask a simple question:
Would you recommend this College to your
friends? The answer is a resounding ... YES!
“As a Student Governor, I am most
interested in observing and learning
how the governing body enact Student governor
change and being able to comment
on issues I feel strongly about.” The College’s governing body, the Corporation,
includes two Student Governors with full voting
Ibrahim – Student Governor rights. The Student Governors are elected by
our students, and are able to bring before the
Corporation any issues they feel are of importance.
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Student Executive Sustainability
We want our students to help shape At WQE, we are on an exciting and • Seek grant funding to adapt our
the College’s character and its future transformative journey towards a greener buildings towards the aspiration
development. Students’ views matter and more sustainable future. We are of achieving net zero for all of our
to us; we listen to them and respond. committed to, and ambitious in creating, buildings.
Our Student Executive is the a more sustainable College and equipping • Review carbon-reduction opportunities
recognised student representative our students with the future skills they in each of the next phases of delivery
association in the College. need for greener, sustainable careers. of our Estates Masterplan, adapting
The Student Executive aims to: We recognise that sustainable existing buildings and designing new
development means more than ones to respond to climate change
• Represent the views of College.
just making improvements to the and reduce emissions. Seek specific
• Be the voice of students – to tell us environment. It should focus on three grant opportunities to support public-
what you want. key areas: People, Planet, and Product. sector decarbonisation work.
• Help make your time here at WQE Throughout the curriculum, we are raising • Introduce an LED lighting replacement
as enjoyable as possible. awareness and promoting action on programme in conjunction with each
• Organise charity and other events for environmental issues, and becoming phase of our Estates Masterplan.
all students to unite and experience more sustainable through dedicated
• Encourage sustainable transport
new things, including Culture enrichment programmes and embedding
options by reviewing our car-parking
Day and Pride Celebrations. the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development
usage and introducing electric-
Goals across the College curriculum.
vehicle charging points. Seek grant
funding for electric charging points.
Our estate and related activities:
• Review our waste strategy to
• Work within DfE guidelines to set increase levels of recycling across
Student societies science-based targets, ensuring
we play our part in reducing
both campuses.
public-sector emissions.
WQE has a fantastic range of student-led societies which meet
on a Tuesday afternoon. Societies give you an opportunity to • Seek opportunities for partnership
meet new people with shared interests and to develop skills working in the city to maximise our
such as leadership, communication, and teamwork. Through use of renewable energy sources.
their societies, students have arranged activities, hosted guest • Consider the installation of smart
speakers, and – with great success – participated in national meters and energy-management
competitions. New ideas for societies are always welcome. systems to reduce bills and usage,
Speak to the Student Services Team to find out more. including voltage optimisation.
• Establish a print strategy to
significantly reduce the numbers
Open Day: of printers on our campuses.
2 November, 9:00am – 3:00pm
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Campus maps Transport info
WQE provides a great learning environment with green space and high-quality Cycle
buildings in the heart of the city’s learning quarter, next to the University of Leicester.
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College. There are plenty of cycle racks plus
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Train
Open Day:
To plan your journey or find out more about
ticketing options, visit: thetrainline.com 2 November, 9:00am – 3:00pm
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2025/26 PROSPECTUS | WWW.WQE.AC.UKThe best way to find out more
about the College and our
courses is to visit us.
Join us at our Open Day:
Saturday, 2 November
2024, 9:00am – 3:00pm
University Road
Leicester LE1 7RJ
Regent Road
Leicester LE1 7LW
t: 0116 247 1147
e: admissions@wqe.ac.uk
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