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FULL-TIME AND APPRENTICESHIP COURSE GUIDE 2020/2021 Skills | Knowledge | Careers
WHY BCoT?
CONTENTS
Welcome
Why BCoT?
2
3
Welcome
Active learning and technology 4
Outstanding facilities 6
If you’re considering your next step after There are so many reasons to choose to study at BCoT, from academic
Where our courses can take you 10
leaving school or college, or you want to success and opportunities to developing advanced technical skills for
Bringing your learning to life 12
progress your career, Basingstoke College of
your career.
Supporting your success 14
Technology (BCoT) promises to give you the
Future Skills Centre 16 skills and confidence to succeed.
Course levels and High academic standards A great college experience
entry requirements 18 We aim to provide a different, more engaging approach to
How to apply 20 teaching and learning using the latest technology. Whilst Our Level 3 courses are the equivalent to Students really enjoy the change from school to
more ‘hands-on’, you can be assured that progression A-levels and with an achievement rate of 89%*, college when they start at BCoT. We promote a
COURSES and academic achievement is still possible. 97.2% of our our outcomes are comparable with, and in some more adult learning environment where you work
Access to Higher Education 22 students progress to university, employment or further cases higher than, those of other local colleges. with your teachers to manage your learning. You
study. We’re also one of the largest apprenticeship will have deadlines, homework and a timetable,
Apprenticeships 28 Regardless of what level you are at, we will
providers in the region and our Level 3 achievement is but you aren’t expected to be in college every
Animal Management 32 on a par with the best colleges in the local area. always encourage and support you to build your day. However, you are expected to attend every
confidence, achieve your best and progress up lesson and use your free time responsibly. Some
Art and Design 36
This, combined with the expert teaching on offer from through the levels to fulfil your potential. students choose to study in our Learning Hub,
Automotive 40 industry specialists, the state-of-the-art facilities,
others have part-time jobs alongside their study
Beauty Therapy and
work experience opportunities and unrivalled
– there’s also time to walk into town with friends
Media Make-up 44
employer links, ensures your experience will be
and have some down-time should you need it.
positive and enjoyable.
Business 48
I’m really proud of all our students, what
Computing and IT 58
BCoT is in the top
16%
they achieve and the happy and supportive
Construction 62 environment we offer. All I ask is that you
Early Years and Childcare 72 work hard, join in college life and give it of all UK further
Engineering 78
your very best. education colleges
I look forward to you joining us in
Foundation Learning 82 offering advanced technical skills training
September 2020.
Hair and Barbering 84 and is joint best in Hampshire.**
Health and Social Care 88
**According to annual league tables published by FE Week, a leading
further education publication. League tables based on key criteria
Hospitality and Catering 94
Anthony Bravo
published by Department for Education.
Media and Games Design 100
Principal
Public Services 104
Science 108
Sport 112 Keep in touch
Travel and Tourism 116
BasingstokeCollegeofTechnology
Getting to BCoT 120
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Financial support and fees 122
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*All ages and levels.
BasingstokeCollegeofTechnology National Achievement
Rate Tables 2017/18.
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ACTIVE LEARNING
AND TECHNOLOGY
BCoT offers a different way BCoT is one of only three colleges
nationally in the Edtech50 and is
of learning. While some thrive recognised alongside the very best
on classroom-based learning, of the UK’s education technology
others prefer a more ‘active’ people, products and projects.
learning approach. We've also been acknowledged as the only college
in the top 50 to embrace education technology across
Our courses combine academic the entire college and curriculum.
study alongside practical application
– so you get the ‘know-how’ and the
‘how-to’ in one.
BCoT was recognised for its
Our courses aren’t all exam-based ‘Outstanding use of technology' Industry links University partnerships
– you will be continually assessed
throughout your course. With formal
and for improving teaching,
learning and assessment at the
and work experience
We are committed to the progression of
assessments each term you will get annual Tes FE Awards 2018. our students and have set up partnership
an ongoing indicator of how you are As part of your course, you might undertake
agreements with universities to benefit BCoT
progressing with plenty of time to some work experience with a relevant employer
students. The agreement gives Level 3 students
make improvements. in your chosen field. Work experience provides a
We are one of only a few a reduction in the UCAS points needed for entry
great opportunity for you to get a taste of working
further education colleges onto a selection of their degree courses.
Our teachers not only bring their life and see where your course could take you
in the UK to be recognised
industry knowledge to your lessons, in the future. It will improve your understanding
by Google for creative and innovative methods in
but are also very creative in the of your course, and teach you employability
the classroom.
tools and methods they use to help skills including time management, networking
you understand your subject. For and teamwork.
example, lecturers use digital tools
such as Google Classroom, online BCoT was recognised as We work with a wide range of local and national
quizzes, YouTube videos, surveys an Apple Regional Training employers to make sure you get the best
on your phones and much more Centre for 2019–2020 for opportunities. As part of your course you will hear
to make your course as engaging our commitment to training teachers to use Apple from guest speakers about career opportunities,
as possible. technology in the classroom. the latest technologies and how they got into
the industry. Our students have previously heard
from representatives from leading brands such as
Toni&Guy, Mercedes-Benz and Steiner.
Some of our course areas are linked with highly
regarded companies and institutes in their
For further
industries such as Sandown Mercedes-Benz information visit
bcot.ac.uk
(Automotive), IMechE – Institute of Mechanical
Engineers (Engineering) and Mike Taylor
Education (Barbering).
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OUTSTANDING TECH IT
FACILITIES A service provided by students to other
students, staff, and members of the public
to help resolve real-life IT problems. Tech-IT
BCoT Tech Repair
BCoT has a wealth of industry-standard workshops, studios
and equipment so you can fully immerse yourself in your course
and get a head start in your chosen career.
THE BCoT NURSERY
Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted
in 2018 for the third inspection
in a row, BCoT’s onsite nursery
offers Early Years students work
experience, placements and
childcare options for students
who are parents.
RECORDING STUDIO/MAC SUITE
BCoT DIGITAL Using industry-standard software, our Media and Games Design
department has a recording studio, podcast rooms and green screen
equipment within our TV studio.
Renowned for our progressive use
of digital technologies in classrooms THE RESTAURANT
and workshops, you will find ample
AT BCoT
equipment throughout the campus.
With the use of the Google Suite of
apps you can store and access your Basingstoke’s best kept secret,
work and resources from anywhere. the college restaurant provides
students with an opportunity to
learn in a real environment using
industry-standard kitchens. The
SCIENCE LABS restaurant is fully operational
and open to the public. Enjoy
local produce, set menus and
Our bright, modern theme nights on your doorstep
laboratories are at affordable prices. Book
equipped with your table today at ANIMAL DISCOVERY
fingerprinting therestaurantatbcot.org.uk LEARNING HUB CENTRE
equipment, extensive
microbiological
facilities, fermentation Having undergone a £150,000 refurbishment in 2019, our Learning The Exotic, Mammal and Aquatic
equipment and more. Hub offers the latest in modern technology including Chromebooks, Discovery Rooms give students
virtual reality headsets, a Jamboard (interactive whiteboard by the opportunity to handle and
Google) and tablets. work with a range of animals.
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OUTSTANDING FACILITIES
EVOLVE SALON
Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy students master
their skills in our hair and beauty salons, which are
open to the public.
MIKE TAYLOR BARBER COLLEGE
ART AND DESIGN STUDIOS
CONSTRUCTION Opened in September 2017 in partnership with one
WORKSHOPS Our impressive dedicated art and design suite houses a range of the UK’s leading barbers, Mike Taylor, our onsite
of studios and rooms for metal work, glass work, ceramics, barbers gives students the opportunity to provide real
printmaking, textiles, fashion, photography and general studio space. treatments for free to members of the public using the
Our electrical, bricklaying, interior
Each area has all the equipment you will need, and our studios can latest industry equipment. Need a trim? No booking
systems, carpentry, interiors
also be hired by groups or individuals and offer a range of materials required, just turn up! Call 01256 306223 for details.
(painting and decorating)
available to purchase.
workshops give you real
industry experiences.
AUTOMOTIVE
WORKSHOPS
Light and spacious,
purpose-built
workshops, with
industry-standard
equipment and
tools, from
PUBLIC SERVICES
Snap-on diagnostic
OPERATIONS ROOM equipment to
GYM AND SPORTS FACILITIES emissions testing.
Our operations room allows
students to practice field and
search and rescue scenarios, as Fully-equipped onsite gym and access to off-site multi-million
well as disaster and emergency pound sports complex, with swimming pool, athletics track, football
service response. pitches and golf courses.
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WHERE OUR COURSES START YOUR CAREER
CAN TAKE YOU After studying at BCoT you can also look forward to beginning a career in your
chosen field and building valuable work experience. If you don’t want to go to
university, our courses will also ensure you can step into the world of work with
up-to-date skills and knowledge that employers want.
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH If you know what career you want to follow but don’t know which course to study, speak to our
industry-trained staff or careers team who will help you get on the right track. Here are some examples:
UNIVERSITY
CAREER
CAREER NURSE
Studying a course at BCoT gives you a range PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
of different options. It could enable you to As a qualified nurse you will... As a teacher you can...
progress onto the next level of your course or NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY • Make a real difference to the • Inspire children to become
take you to university. These are just some of lives of others independent learners and excel
• Have excellent • Progress to
the universities our students have successfully employment prospects management positions
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY
gone on to study at: • Work with, and meet, a wide • Provide extra-curricular
UNIVERSITY OF YORK range of people opportunities to enrich
students lives
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE SUGGESTED COURSES
Did you know that +($/7+$1'62&,$/&$5(ƠPơ SUGGESTED COURSE
97.2%
LEEDS ARTS UNIVERSITY ($5/
BRINGING YOUR LIVERPOOL
Art School, galleries
and museums
YORK
Aesthetica Shot
Film Festival
LONDON
Crystal Palace FC
Sport
LEARNING TO LIFE
Art and Design Media and
Games Design
Wembley Stadium
Sport
BIRMINGHAM
Cadbury World
Business The Bank of England
Business
Alongside work experience opportunities, you will
Autosports International CHERTSEY
have the chance to go on course trips and visits Automotive Thorpe Park Ministry of Defence
Media and Games Design Public Services
travelling far and wide to enhance your knowledge
and understanding of your course. Here are just MILTON KEYNES
some of the destinations we’ve visited. Bletchley Park
Computing and IT ALTON
Mill Cottage Farm
Animal Management
EXETER
Flybe Training Academy
Travel and Tourism PORTSMOUTH
Portsmouth University
Sport
YPRES, BELGIUM BASINGSTOKE
Public Services Hampshire Fire Service
Public Services WINCHESTER SOUTHAMPTON
Winchester Hospital Itchen Valley Country Park
Sciences Health and Social Care
Marwell Zoo
Animal Management
TORONTO, CANADA
Hospitality and Catering JIANGSU, CHINA
Open to all students
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
ALENCON, FRANCE Health and Social Care
Early Years
and Childcare
DUBAI
PARIS, FRANCE Travel and Tourism
NEW YORK Hospitality
Open to all students and Catering
SOUTH AFRICA
Animal Management
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SUPPORTING As well as excellent teaching facilities and exciting enrichment
opportunities, there are also many ways that BCoT is here to help
YOUR SUCCESS during your time at college.
Retention and College nurse
Progression Tutors Onsite every day during term-time, our college
nurse is fully qualified and on hand to offer
We have a dedicated team on hand to make
advice on wellbeing if you are feeling under
sure you stay on track with your studies
the weather.
during your time at BCoT. Our Retention and
Progression (RAP) Tutors are here to help you
focus on your course and help support you in
progressing to your next step – whether that is Counselling
university, an apprenticeship, or employment.
BCoT is proud to offer a professional and
confidential counselling service all week during
Additional term-time. It is a free self-referral service.
learning support
We have a team of experts to support any
Safeguarding
additional needs you may have. They can
We provide a safe learning and working
support in class and offer additional one-to-ones
environment, ensuring that staff, students
to help with assignments. We have an assessor
and visitors feel safe and know how to keep
who will meet with students to arrange access
themselves safe.
arrangements, including extra time.
Careers and Equality and diversity
employability We are committed to challenging discrimination
to provide a welcoming environment for all of our
Our dedicated careers team can give you students, staff and visitors.
impartial careers advice. They will help you look
for work, help with your university application,
give CV advice, develop interview skills and help
find work placements.
For further information
and to apply visit
bcot.ac.uk
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CONSTRUCT YOUR “If you are thinking about taking
on an apprenticeship, I would
FUTURE IN BORDON
say ‘crack on’ and do it! When
you are helping to build a house,
it is really rewarding watching
something you have put the time
and effort into progress through
the stages. At the end, you can
take a step back and appreciate
what you have built.”
Shane Charman
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Brickwork
Former school: Mill Chase Academy
If you’re interested in studying COURSES
construction and live in East
e Rd
The centre offers general construction, brickwork,
Forg
Hampshire, our Future Skills Centre
A325
plumbing, electrical and carpentry courses Louisb urg Rd
alongside apprenticeships and part-time
in Bordon is the place for you! construction-related programmes. N Pa
rade
Courses range from Level 1 to HNC/HND courses
Part of BCoT and opened in September 2017, for more advanced students. See the construction d
on R
the Future Skills Centre offers a comprehensive Stati
Camp Rd
section on page 62 for more detailed course B300
2
range of construction courses designed to meet information. We also work with local schools to
the needs of employers in the construction offer a provision for 14 to 16 year olds.
industry. The project, commissioned by
• £3.8 million total investment in the new centre.
Hampshire County Council, is part of the
regeneration of Whitehill and Bordon and the • Between 2019 and 2023, more than 168 jobs
Camp Rd
will be created in the construction industry.
£3.8 million facility gives you the opportunity to
• 2.79 million people will be employed in
learn a trade, gain professional qualifications or
construction by 2023.
get the skills needed for a career in construction.
• The value of new construction work in 2017 was
Located on the Hudson Road in Bordon, the
£109.4 billion. “The FSC is a state-of-the-art
As part of this initiative, we’re Future Skills Centre is easily accessible by
training centre that will challenge
also working with Taylor Wimpey, • There are 314,590 construction firms operating car and bus.
in Great Britain. your perception of the construction
one of the UK’s largest
• Average weekly earnings in the construction industry. We are committed to
residential developers, to find apprentices and
industry is £607 per week. training and upskilling the next Find out more bcot.ac.uk/bordonfsc
give them the skills they need to help build their
• Over 23,000 people started Construction, generation of site operatives and Follow us @bordonfsc
home town’s ambitious future.
Planning and the Built Environment construction professionals.”
apprenticeships in 2017/18. Steve Gilder,
Future Skills Centre Manager
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COURSE LEVELS AND
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Whatever your grades or experience, there are always options
available to you to study at BCoT.
Whether you join us on one of our foundation pathways or a Level 3 course, we offer students
clear progression routes to continue studying with us until they are ready to progress to
employment or university.
Our Courses
COURSES AT BCoT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS LEADS TO...
48 UCAS points or equivalent,
LEVEL 6
Employment,
Degree apprenticeship GCSE English and maths at
grade 4 or above
Level 7 course UCAS points
48 UCAS points or equivalent, Just like A-levels, completion of an advanced Level 3 qualification will give
LEVEL 5
HND, Foundation Employment, university,
GCSE English and maths at
Degree, apprenticeship
grade 4 or work experience
Level 6 qualification you UCAS points that may enable you to study at university – giving you the
perfect way to become a specialist in your subject before you progress to
48 UCAS points or equivalent,
LEVEL 4
HNC, Foundation
GCSE English and maths at
Employment, university, Higher Education.
Diploma, apprenticeship Level 5 qualification
grade 4 or work experience
The table below shows the UCAS points for completion of a Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma
Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, Employment, university, at BCoT.
Extended Diploma including English and maths, a Level 4 qualification,
relevant Level 3 qualification apprenticeship
YOUR GRADES UCAS POINTS OUR GRADES EXPLAINED
LEVEL 3
90 Credit Diploma, Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, Employment, Extended D*D*D* 168 D* = Distinction* M = Merit
Level 3 apprenticeship including English and maths Diploma, apprenticeship
D*D*D 160 D = Distinction P = Pass
60 Credit Diploma,
Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above. Employment, advanced D*DD 152
Introductory Certificate,
This does not have to include Level 3 course,
plus GCSE English and/ DDD 144
English and maths apprenticeship Universities set their own entry requirements
or maths if required
DDM 128 for each of their Higher Education courses, and
LEVEL 2
Certificate, Diploma, Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above Employment, Level 3
these can vary widely depending on the subject,
apprenticeship including English and maths course, apprenticeship DMM 112
the specific course, and the course provider. We
MMM 96 recommend you check with each university what
LEVEL 1
Diploma, Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above Employment, Level 2
Future Pathways including English and maths course, apprenticeship their specific entry requirements are.
MMP 80
FOUNDATION
Foundation Pathways, MPP 64
Employment, Level 1
LEARNING
Prince’s Trust, No formal qualifications
course or apprenticeship
Prospects, Work Skills PPP 48
18 bcot.ac.uk I 19HOW TO APPLY COURSES
DISCOVER BCoT
Visit our open events to find out more about the college and take
a look around. See the back cover of this guide or bcot.ac.uk for dates.
APPLY ONLINE
Go to bcot.ac.uk/apply
COME TO OUR APPLICANT EVENT
Decide which is the right course and level for you. Get your conditional offer.
RECEIVE YOUR CONDITIONAL OFFER
ATTEND YOUR INDUCTION FIND YOUR SUBJECT
Our summer induction programme will prepare you for college in September.
Access to Higher Education 22 Engineering 78
Apprenticeships 28 Foundation Learning 82
Animal Management 32 Hair and Barbering 84
RESULTS DAY Art and Design 36 Health and Social Care 88
Hopefully you’ll be celebrating but don’t worry if not! There are always other Automotive 40 Hospitality and Catering 94
options available. Talk to us for help and support.
Beauty Therapy and Media and Games Design 100
Media Make-up 44
Public Services 104
ENROLMENT
Business 48
Science 108
Computing and IT 58
Officially join the college, get your ID card and starter pack. Sport 112
Start creating your future! Construction 62
Travel and Tourism 116
Early Years and Childcare 72
20 bcot.ac.uk I 21Access to Where can this course take me?
Higher Education University destinations
BCoT Access students have gone on to study at a variety of universities including:
Aberystwyth University University of Hertfordshire
Biochemistry Midwifery
Birmingham City University University of Portsmouth
Children’s Nursing Diagnostic Radiography and
Medical Imaging;
Bournemouth University
Nursing
Psychology;
Physiotherapy University of Reading
Psychology;
Buckinghamshire New University
Language Sciences and Psychology
Psychology
University of Surrey
King’s College London
Nursing;
Nursing Studies
Nutrition and Dietetics
Kingston University
University of West London
Computer Science
Midwifery;
Middlesex University Nursing
Veterinary Nursing
University of Winchester
Oxford Brookes University Childhood, Youth and Community Studies;
Biological Sciences; Forensic Studies;
Paramedic Science; Social Work
Psychology
University of York
Plymouth University Biomedical Sciences
Dental Therapy and Hygiene
Optometry
Solent University
Criminology and Psychology
Get your qualifications for university
If you’re planning a new career and need a degree to move forward,
our Access courses can help you find the path to higher education.
Help cover the cost of
your course with an
Advanced Learner Loan
93.2%
These one-year courses are an intensive but supportive route to gaining See page 122 for details or visit of our Access students pass and
the academic skills and introductory knowledge needed for university. bcot.ac.uk/funding are able to progress to university.
22 bcot.ac.uk I 23Courses
Pre-Access (GCSE pathway) Biology and Chemistry
Access to Higher Education
The Level 2 19+ GCSE pathway is a full-time
course designed for individuals who want to This course will help you develop your academic
improve their career prospects. The course study skills and provide a solid foundation in
allows you to study GCSE English, maths and organic chemistry, pathogens and disease,
biology, and learn a range of different skills, anatomy and physiology, ecology and evolution,
such as planning, organisation, study skills and reproduction, genetics and cell biology.
problem solving. This pathway will prepare you
to study one of our Level 3 Access courses, ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
which is a one-year pathway to university. • GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or
above, or completion of our Pre-Access
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
course. Other qualifications may also
• Interview with the course tutor. be considered.
Animal Management Computing
(Veterinary Nursing) Access to Higher Education
Access to Higher Education
This course is designed to provide you with
This course will prepare you for a degree in the skills and knowledge needed to study a
the veterinary and animal welfare sector. In university degree in IT networking and security,
addition to the core study skills units, you systems development, computer science, digital
will gain experience in animal science and media development and artificial intelligence. You
animal management including some practical will study a range of units including networking,
animal husbandry in the college’s Animal maths, essay writing, software development and
Discovery Centre. The course will also offer work on an independent project.
you a foundation in both biology and chemistry
to enable applications to a range of related ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
degree courses. • GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or
above, or completion of our Pre-Access
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS course. Other qualifications may also
• GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or be considered.
above, or completion of our Pre-Access
course. Other qualifications may also
be considered.
All of our Access courses are one-year courses. “I have always wanted to become a healthcare
professional and this course has helped me to secure
offers from various universities. I really enjoy the
All of our
course, especially the range of different modules. ” Access courses are
one-year courses.
Dhankumari Pun
Access to HE Nursing and Healthcare Profession
24 bcot.ac.uk I 25Courses
Engineering Psychology
Access to Higher Education Access to Higher Education
This course is designed to provide you with This course focuses on developing your
the skills and knowledge needed to study a academic skills and aims to provide a solid
university degree in engineering. You will study foundation in psychology, cognitive behaviour,
a wide range of units including applied physics, reflective practice, anatomy, chemistry, research
electronic principles, mechanical science, methods and statistics.
computer aided design and includes a specific
design project. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS above, or completion of our Pre-Access
• GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or course. Other qualifications may also
above, or completion of our Pre-Access be considered.
course. Other qualifications may also
be considered.
Social Work
Access to Higher Education
Nursing or Healthcare Professions
Access to Higher Education During this course you will learn about social
work practice, psychology, sociology, research
This course will give you the necessary methods, social welfare, equality and diversity,
qualification for entry to university to study for and anti-discriminatory practice preparing you
a degree level course in a variety of healthcare for a degree and career in social work.
Sports Science Teaching and Education
professions such as midwifery, occupational
therapy, nursing, podiatry and radiography. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You will develop core academic skills as well as • GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or Access to Higher Education Access to Higher Education
gaining the scientific knowledge through units in above, or completion of our Pre-Access
anatomy and physiology, vocational professional course. Other qualifications may also
This course will prepare you to study sports Throughout this course you will study a variety of
practice, health promotion and equality. be considered.
science, therapy and physiotherapy at degree education related units and have the opportunity
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS level. In addition to the core study skills units, to undertake your own research project
the course will give you knowledge of coaching, preparing you for a degree in education that
• GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or
human and sports science and the wider could lead on to a career in teaching or work in
above, or completion of our Pre-Access
sports industry. early childhood practice.
course. Other qualifications may also
be considered. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or • GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or
above, or completion of our Pre-Access above, or completion of our Pre-Access
For further information course. Other qualifications may also course. Other qualifications may also
and to apply visit be considered. be considered.
bcot.ac.uk All of our Access courses are one-year courses.
26 bcot.ac.uk I 27APPRENTICESHIPS EXPLAINED
APPRENTICESHIPS BCoT’s apprenticeship team, Aspiral Learning,
is one of the largest providers of apprenticeships
in the region. Working with both large and small
employers across all industry sectors, there are
more than 60 different apprenticeships on offer.
From construction and engineering to business
and hospitality, there is something for everyone.
What is an apprenticeship? Why do an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships give you the chance to learn Apprenticeships are an excellent way of gaining
on the job, instead of being in the classroom recognised qualifications, workplace experience
full-time. You will be assessed on a continuous and skills, while earning a salary. They can
basis, with some exams and end point also be used to upskill existing staff when
assessments. Apprenticeships involve either day taking on a new role, such as moving into a
or evening release to BCoT, or personal tutoring management position.
within your workplace.
What levels are available?
Find an employer
Apprenticeships start at Level 2 and go right up
Before you can apply for an to Level 7, which is equivalent to a masters or
apprenticeship, you will need to find advanced professional qualification. Most people
an employer with an apprenticeship who are new to a skill area will start at Level 2
position in your chosen industry. See and progress from there, but some areas will
the latest apprenticeship vacancies allow direct entry at Level 3 or higher. Degree
at bcot.ac.uk/apprenticeships or level apprenticeships are becoming more
talk to our BCoT Recruits service, common – a great way to achieve a university
available through Aspiral Learning, degree – without the tuition fees!
“My apprenticeship is helping who can support you with this.
me become a qualified heating
engineer, and BCoT is the only
college in north Hampshire that
offers the course I need. I have really
Visit bcot.ac.uk/apprenticeships to see the latest
enjoyed my days at the college with
my classmates and teachers, and
vacancies and find out more. Alternatively, contact our
the skills I am learning at BCoT are apprenticeship team, Aspiral Learning on 01256 306237.
being put to good use when I am out
@AspiralLearning /AspiralLearning /AspiralLearning
of the college at work.”
Max Boon
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Gas Engineering
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Full details of each apprenticeship can be found in the relevant subject section.
AUTOMOTIVE Level 5 Apprenticeship in Leadership EARLY YEARS AND CHILDCARE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
and Management P57
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Level 2 Apprenticeship in Children’s Care, Level 2 Apprenticeship in Clinical Healthcare
Level 6 Chartered Manager Degree
Maintenance and Repair P43 Learning and Development (Children and Young Support P91
Apprenticeship P57
People’s Workforce) P75
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Healthcare Support
BEAUTY THERAPY
COMPUTING AND IT Level 2 Apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching Services P91
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy P47 and Learning in Schools P75
Level 3 Apprenticeship in IT Level 2 Apprenticeship in Health
(Infrastructure Technician) P61 Level 3 Apprenticeship in Children and Young and Social Care P91
BUSINESS People’s Workforce (Early Years Educator) P76
Level 4 Apprenticeship in IT Level 3 Apprenticeship in Clinical
(Cyber Intrusion Analyst) P61 Level 3 Apprenticeship in Playwork P76 Healthcare Support P93
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Business
Administration P52 Level 4 Apprenticeship in IT Level 3 Apprenticeship in Supporting Level 3 Apprenticeship in Health
(Network Engineer) P61 Teaching and Learning in Schools and Social Care P93
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Business
(Teaching Assistant) P76
Improvement Techniques P52
CONSTRUCTION Level 4 Apprenticeship as Children, Young HOSPITALITY AND CATERING
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Contact Centre
People and Families Practitioner P77
Operations P52 Level 2 Apprenticeship in Hospitality
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Brickwork P66
Level 5 Apprenticeship as Children, Young (Commis Chef) P98
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Customer
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Carpentry People and Families Manager P77
Service P52 Level 2 Apprenticeship in Hospitality
and Joinery P67
(Hospitality Team Member) P98
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Retail P53
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Painting EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Sales P53 and Decorating P68 Level 3 Apprenticeship in Hospitality
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Mentoring P55 (Chef de Partie) P98
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Accounting P54 Level 2 Apprenticeship in Property
Maintenance P68 Level 4 Apprenticeship in Assessing/ Level 3 Apprenticeship in Hospitality
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Coaching P56 (Hospitality Supervisor) P98
Administration P54 Level 3 Apprenticeship in Carpentry P70
Level 5 Apprenticeship in Skills Teaching P57
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Customer Service P54 Level 3 Apprenticeship in Construction MEDIA
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Human Resources
and the Built Environment P70 ENGINEERING Level 3 Apprenticeship in Social Media
Support P55 Level 4 Apprenticeship in Construction and Digital Marketing P103
and the Built Environment P71 Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering P81
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Retail P55
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Team Leading
Level 4 Apprenticeship in Engineering P81 PLUMBING, GAS AND ELECTRICAL
and Management P55
HAIR AND BARBERING Level 2 Apprenticeship in Domestic
Level 4 Apprenticeship in Accounting P56 Heating P67
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Barbering P87
Level 4 Apprenticeship in Business Level 2 Apprenticeship in Plumbing P68
Administration P56 Did you know? Level 2 Apprenticeship in Hairdressing P87
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Electrical
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Barbering P87
Level 4 Apprenticeship in School Business Apprenticeships are not just for school Installation P80
Management P56 and college leavers. Level 3 Apprenticeship in Hairdressing P87
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Gas P70
Level 5 Apprenticeship in Human Resources P57 Employed adults are also able to Level 3 Apprenticeship in Plumbing/Gas P71
undertake an apprenticeship programme
with the support of their employer.
30 bcot.ac.uk I 31Trips and work experience Industry links
Animal • Conservation experience working with
Management
elephants in South Africa • ZSL London Zoo
• Animal Behaviour Conference, Marwell Zoo • ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
• ZSL London Zoo • Mill Cottage Farm Experience
• National Trust to monitor and collect data on
• Hawk Conservancy Trust
British wildlife
• ZSL Whipsnade Zoo • Four Kingdoms Adventure Park
• Mill Cottage Farm Experience • Chessington World of Adventures
• Four Kingdoms Adventure Park working with • Local kennels and catteries
sheep, goats, pigs, horses, donkeys and llamas
• Experience of working in the animal enclosures
at Chessington World of Adventures
• Hawk Conservancy
• Dogs Trust
• Hart Wildlife
• Crocodiles of the World
Where can this course take me?
University destinations Career options
BCoT animal management • Animal Technician
students progressed to a number • Animal welfare organisations
of universities including:
Prepare for your next steps • Horse stables
into the animal industry Facilities Aberystwyth University
• Kennels and catteries
Veterinary Biosciences
or university by learning • Livestock farms
Anglia Ruskin University
first-hand about the care, AQUATIC ROOM DOG GROOMING AREA • Pet shops and aquatic centres
Zoology
handling, health, welfare Cold water and tropical fish Brand new for
including piranhas September 2019 Bangor University • Wildlife and conservation
and accommodation of
Zoology with Herpetology; • Veterinary nursing
a wide range of animals MAMMAL OUTSIDE Zoology with Animal Behaviour
in our specialist facilities DISCOVERY ROOM TEACHING AREAS • Veterinary surgeries
with expert lecturers Rabbits, hamsters, Aviary and mini wildlife University Centre Sparsholt • Zoos, aquariums, safari parks
chinchillas rehabilitation centre, Animal Management and Applied Science and wildlife centres
and technicians.
bird garden and wild
EXOTIC flower meadow
University of Exeter
DISCOVERY ROOM Zoology
Reptiles, arachnids and University of Reading
insects, African Grey parrot Zoology
32 bcot.ac.uk I 33Courses
Level 2 Animal Care Level 3 Animal Management
City & Guilds Extended Certificate
Year one:
This one-year introductory course to animal Level 3 BTEC 90 credit Diploma
care covers a range of units including animal
behaviour, feeding, accommodation and
in Animal Management
health. Upon completing the course, you can Year two:
progress to either the Level 3 Certificate or
Subsidiary Diploma in Animal Management or
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma
into employment. in Animal Management
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: In your first year you will cover a range of units
including animal welfare, handling, feeding,
• GCSE English and maths at grade 3 or above,
accommodation, health, exotic animal health
or Level 1 Functional Skills, or completion of
and nursing. If you wish to progress to university,
our Future Pathways course.
year two involves a number of more advanced
units such as biology, anatomy and physiology,
zoological health and husbandry, ecology
and conservation, and wildlife rehabilitation
management. Upon completing the Extended
Diploma you can progress to university or
into employment.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above,
including English and maths, or a relevant
Level 2 qualification.
• Other pathways at Level 3 are available for
students who need to re-sit either GCSE
English or maths. Please see page 18 for
further information.
“Studying at BCoT has really
helped me progress my learning.
Want to study Animal Management at university The facilities and the Animal
but don’t have the qualifications? Discovery Centre are amazing,
See page 22 to discover how our Access to Higher Education and my teachers and classmates
courses can give you the knowledge and qualifications you have made it a really enjoyable
need to progress to university.
environment for me to learn in.”
Sophie Feeney
Level 3 Animal Management
Former college: Merrist Wood College
34 bcot.ac.uk I 35Art and Where can this course take me?
Design University destinations
BCoT art and design students progressed to a number of universities including:
Arts University Bournemouth Oxford Brookes University
Graphic Design; Photography; Illustration Interior Architecture
Bath Spa University Plymouth University
Photography; Graphics Graphic Communications with Typography;
Commercial Photography
De Montfort University
Design Crafts University for the Creative Arts
Fashion; Illustration
Falmouth University
Photography University of Brighton
Interior Architecture; Photography;
Greater Brighton Metropolitan College
Textiles with Business Studies
Theatre Arts (Prop Making and
Special Effects) University of Edinburgh
Animation; Fashion
Kingston University
Fine Art; Fashion Design University of the Arts London
Fashion Styling and Production;
Manchester Metropolitan University
Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear
Fine Art; Textile Design
University of Westminster
Nottingham Trent University
Interior Architecture
Whatever your passion, Fine Art; Costume Design
our diverse art and design Facilities Winchester School of Art
Fashion Design; Fine Art
courses are an exciting
opportunity for you to build an Our impressive art and design studios and Career options
facilities are unrivalled in the local area. Past
impressive artistic portfolio.
students even return to use them while at • Art Therapist • Illustrator
With unrivalled facilities and university thanks to the high quality and diverse
expert, passionate staff, you • Ceramicist • Interior Designer
nature of the equipment and spaces we have.
will build up your knowledge • Fashion Photographer • Jewellery Designer
Our studios include a state-of-the-art 3D printer, laser
and skills and showcase • Fine Artist • Photo Journalist
cutter, metal workshop, glass kiln, enamelling ovens,
your work at our end of • Games Designer • Web Designer
plaster room, casting area, vacuum formers, pottery
year exhibition. wheels and kilns, as well as general studio space. We • Graphic Designer
also have a life drawing studio, a photography studio
and dark room. The dedicated fashion and textiles Trips and work experience
area has knitting machines, looms, pattern cutting
tables and sewing machines, and the print room You will be regularly introduced to This experience, alongside trips to places
houses heat presses, silk screen printing and dyeing employment opportunities in the creative such as Venice, Berlin, Madrid and the art
facilities alongside etching, collagraph and other fine industries via guest speakers and industry galleries in London gives you a rounded view
FOLLOW US art printing opportunities. experts including professional photographers, of the opportunities available to you.
illustrators, fashion and interior designers.
@artstudiosbcot #artstudiosbcot
36 bcot.ac.uk I 37Courses
Level 3 Introduction Level 3 Art and Design
to Art and Design
Cambridge Technical Year one:
Introductory Diploma* Level 3 Cambridge Technical
Diploma in Art and Design
Designed for people with less experience in art Year two:
and design, or lower level GCSEs, this one-year
course will provide the instruction, guidance Level 3 Cambridge Technical
and encouragement you need to progress to Extended Diploma in Art
the Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design or into and Design
employment. The course is varied and covers
fine art, textiles and fashion, graphics, painting, During year one you will be introduced to a wide
printmaking, photography and sculpture. range of techniques and learn new processes
throughout the different disciplines within art
Level 3 Theatre Arts Level 3/4 ABC Pre-Degree
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS and design. Foundation Diploma in
• Five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including Year one: Art and Design
English and maths or Level 1 Functional Skills.
You will design your second year around your
chosen specialism such as photography, spatial
Level 3 UAL Diploma in Art and
• A good portfolio of work to show. design, graphics, sculpture, illustration, fine art, Design (Theatre Arts) You will be extended beyond your A-level
studies toward higher level working practices,
Year two:
fashion or textiles. As the Extended Diploma is
equivalent to three A-levels, you will be able to preparing you for the demands of university
*Please note that the awarding body for this course may change
during 2019/2020. The course will remain the same as described progress to university, an art foundation course Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma or employment. The course will extend your
above. Please see our website for the latest information. or into employment. in Art and Design (Theatre Arts) creative potential and build strategies to allow
you to get the most out of university. It is a
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS During this exciting two-year course you will fast paced experience that will encourage you
• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, learn and develop skills in special effects to develop confidence in your own ideas and
including English and maths, or a relevant makeup, set, prop and costume design that build a substantial portfolio of work. During the
Level 2 qualification. can be applied to film, TV or stage. You will course you will have the opportunity to go on
complete a number of projects and live briefs a residential trip and complete a final project
• A good portfolio of work to show.
exploring these before choosing to specialise in in your chosen discipline, preparing you for
your preferred area. As the course is equivalent employment or university.
“I wanted to study something creative, to three A-levels, you will be able to progress
having previously studied something that to university, an art foundation course or ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
was a lot more restricted and had a lack into employment. • Two A-levels, including a creative subject, or a
of freedom. The art studios here are great Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
and the technicians within the department • GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above.
• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above,
have really helped me progress. After
including English and maths, or a relevant • A good portfolio of work to show.
BCoT, I am hoping to study BA Fashion
Level 2 qualification.
Design at Winchester School of Art.”
• A good portfolio of work to show.
Lucy Gadsden
Level 3/4 ABC Foundation Diploma
in Art, Design and Media
Former college: Queen Mary’s College
38 bcot.ac.uk I 39Trips and work experience
Automotive You will have the opportunity to visit local garages, hear
about the industry from guest speakers including professional
racing drivers. Students also have the chance to visit the NEC
Motorsports Show, work with Sandown Group Mercedes-Benz,
join a Classic Car Club, and take part in BCoT’s very own
motorsport racing team with track days at the weekend.
Where can this course take me?
The demand for automotive skills
has never been higher and an Facilities
automotive course at BCoT will University destinations Career options
give you the chance to learn in Our spacious and extensive automotive
industry-standard workshops from workshops are fully stocked with BCoT automotive students progressed • Body and paintwork
state-of-the-art equipment, including to a number of universities including:
professionally-experienced staff. • Garage services
Snap-on and Bosch diagnostic equipment,
Whether mechanics or motorsport is Coventry University • Motor vehicle sales
to give you real-world experience to take
your thing, our courses will set you on Automotive Engineering
into your career. • Parts and service
the road to an exciting and fulfilling You will work on our fleet of modern vehicles
Oxford Brookes University
career in the automotive industry. Motorsport Technology
giving you live project experience. We also use
the latest exhaust gas analyser and F-gas air University of Hertfordshire
conditioning equipment. Automotive Technologies
with Management
40 bcot.ac.uk I 41Courses
Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance LEVEL 3 Apprenticeship
and Repair
City & Guilds Diploma Level 3 Apprenticeship in Motor
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
This one-year course will give you the skills
needed to maintain and repair vehicles (cars, By choosing to do an apprenticeship you will
vans, trucks or motorbikes) working for a large be coming to college one day a week to learn
manufacturer, main dealer or local garage. both the theory and practical elements including
During the course you will study units including fault finding, replacing components, repair and
vehicle inspection, engine systems, chassis working with customers. Units also include
systems, auxiliary systems and electrical faults. routine servicing to maintain performance,
After this course you can choose to go on to identifying and rectifying faults and meeting
study at a higher level, or go into employment. customer requirements. After this course you
can choose to go on to study at a higher level,
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
or to go into employment. Upon completion, you
Level 2 Automotive Level 3 Motorsport
• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including will achieve a ‘fully-qualified’ status and be ready
English and maths.
Maintenance and Repair
to enter employment.
• Successful completion of a relevant
City & Guilds Diploma Year one: Level 2 qualification. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Level 2 IMI Diploma in Motorsport • GCSE English and maths at grade 3 or above,
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
or Level 1 Functional Skills, or completion of
On this one-year course you will learn a range
our Future Pathways course.
of subjects including how to carry out routine
vehicle maintenance, remove and replace engine Year two: • You will need to be employed, or find
units, auxiliary electrical units, chassis units and Level 3 IMI Extended Diploma employment in the motor trade.
vehicle transmission units. After successfully in Motorsport Vehicle
Maintenance and Repair
finishing this course you will be able to go on to
higher level study on a Level 3 full-time course,
an apprenticeship or into employment. If you want to be part of the fast-paced “Studying Automotive at BCoT has a
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
motorsport industry, then this course is for you. really good balance of practical and
During this two-year technical qualification you theory lessons. Throughout my course,
• GCSE English and maths at grade 3 or above, will learn about fault diagnosis and rectification, we have been on a number of great
or Level 1 Functional Skills, or completion of
our Future Pathways course.
motorsport vehicle preparation and inspection,
trips, including Silverstone, Thruxton
electrical charging and starting systems, vehicle
and Croft Circuit. The teachers here go
ignition systems, engine management systems,
the extra mile, and the workshop and
petrol injection systems and do a vehicle
range of cars are great. After I complete
For further information technology project. You will gain the skills and
my Level 3 course I want to progress
and to apply visit
experience needed to pursue your career in
motorsport, whether that is university, a higher to study an apprenticeship in the
automotive industry.”
bcot.ac.uk
level apprenticeship or straight into employment.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Adam Kinnersley
• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, Level 3 Motorsport
including English and maths, or a relevant Former college: Uxbridge College
Level 2 qualification.
42 bcot.ac.uk I 43Trips and work experience Industry links
Beauty Therapy • Work experience at the BBC
and Media Make-up
• Kryolan Professional Make-up in London
• Level 3 Media Make-up course is run in (affiliated with the Royal Opera House)
conjunction with the Haymarket Theatre
• BBC
• WorldSkills Competition
• Haymarket Theatre, Basingstoke
(competing annually and hosted in 2017)
• The Anvil Theatre, Basingstoke
• Workshops with actors and make-up
specialists at The Anvil Theatre, Basingstoke • Eve Taylor
• Theatre make-up specialists • Steiner
• Steiner career talks • Hampshire Court Hotel
• London theatre trips
• Tylney Hall
• Local salons; Waxworks, Natural Beauty
The UK beauty industry will be worth
Where can this course take me?
£26.7 billion
by 2022* University destinations Career options
BCoT beauty therapy and media make-up • Beauty Therapist
students progressed to a number of • Freelance contract work
universities including:
• Holistic Therapist
Solent University
• Make-up Artist
Make-up and Hair Design
• Salon Manager
Northbrook College
Training in beauty or media • Salon Owner
Facilities
Theatre Arts Make-up and
make-up at BCoT will open up Hair for Theatre and Media • Spa Therapist
many opportunities to you, as University of the Arts London • TV and Film
past students have travelled EVOLVE HAIR AND LEADING Hair and Make-up for Fashion
the world in this diverse and BEAUTY SALONS AND PRODUCT LINES
University College Birmingham
vibrant industry. Learn a TREATMENT ROOMS Including Eve Taylor
Specialist Hair and Media Make-up
Open to the public ‘All that Jazz’
range of popular treatments
including nail technologies SPA-LIKE INDUSTRY-STANDARD
and massage, and media BEAUTY SALONS EQUIPMENT
for laser, tanning and
make-up techniques for TV
body treatments
and stage from expert and
industry-experienced staff.
*GlobalData, 2017
44 bcot.ac.uk I 45Courses
Level 2 Beauty Therapy Level 3 Beauty Therapy Level 3 Media Make-up Level 4 Permanent Hair
VTCT Diploma VTCT Diploma Removal and Skin Rejuvenation
Year one: VTCT Diploma
If you’re considering a career in the beauty Increase your employability options with this Level 3 BTEC 90 Credit Diploma
industry, this course is the ideal starting place one-year technical course. You will study a
in Production Arts (Make-up) Build a career as an employed and/or
for you. On this one-year course you will learn range of subjects including health and safety, self-employed make-up artist. The qualification
about health, safety and hygiene, consultation client care and consultation, body and skin Year two: will ensure you learn a wide range of make-up
techniques and client care, manicures and
pedicures, waxing, facial treatments, skin type
analysis, Swedish massage therapy, face
and body electrical treatments, electrical
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma application processes while developing your
analysis, eyebrow shaping and tinting, eyelash science, mechanical massage and anatomy in Production Arts (Make-up) knowledge and understanding of the relevant
anatomy, physiology and health and safety.
tinting, make-up application and anatomy and and physiology. You’ll also get to build the skills to consult with
This two-year pathways course will help
physiology. After successfully completing the clients, successfully promote retail products,
course you can progress to the Level 3 course ENTRY REQUIREMENTS you pursue a career as an employed and/or
self-employed makeup artist, providing hair and gain deeper understanding of the science of
or apprenticeship. • Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, cosmetic application products.
and make-up services in the media, theatre,
including English and maths, or a relevant
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 2 qualification.
performing arts, fashion and photographic
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
industries. You’ll develop the knowledge,
• GCSE English and maths at grade 3 or above, • GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above.
• Other pathways at Level 3 are available for understanding and skills to provide a wide
or Level 1 Functional Skills, or completion of
students requiring to re-sit either GCSE range of creative make-up services and • A relevant Level 3 qualification.
our Future Pathways course.
English or maths. Please see page 18 for enjoy learning how to style and fit hair pieces,
further information. apply false eyelashes whilst developing • Industry experience will also be considered.
Level 2 Media Make-up valuable customer communication skills and
VTCT Diploma commercial awareness.
LEVEL 2 Apprenticeship
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Level 2 Apprenticeship
This one-year course will provide you with a • Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above,
broad introduction to make-up with a particular including English and maths, or a relevant
focus on working in film, television and stage. Level 2 qualification. in Beauty Therapy
You will learn about photographic make-up,
styling and dressing hair, body art design and As part of this 18-month apprenticeship, you
skin tanning. On completion of the course you will learn a number of skills including waxing,
can progress to a related Level 3 qualification. hand and nail treatments, foot, facial, eyebrow
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS and eyelash treatments, as well as make-up
application and basic massage treatments.
• Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, preferably to “I love that my
Delivered through a combination of day-release
include English and maths and a science, or course and college enables me to
and workplace experience, this apprenticeship
completion of our Future Pathways course. be as creative as possible with my is ideal for anyone employed in a beauty
work. I always knew I wanted to study therapist role.
something creative and had an interest
in hair and make-up. The teachers here ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For further information really help us achieve our best.” • Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, preferably
and to apply visit Hannah Brown
to include English, maths and a science, or
completion of our Future Pathways course.
bcot.ac.uk
Level 3 in Media Make-up
Former school: The Costello School • You will need to be employed, or find
employment, in a beauty therapy related role.
46 bcot.ac.uk I 47Trips and work experience
Business • Visit to the Bank of England
• Trip to business start-up exhibition at
• Residential trips (previous locations include
Barcelona, New York and Dubai)
London Olympia • Young Enterprise Club
• Trip to Cadbury World and ‘Venturefest • Guest speakers from industry and
South’ business conference local businesses
Where can this course take me?
University destinations Career options
BCoT business students progressed • Business Management
to a number of universities including: • Office Administrator
Birmingham City University • Office Supervisor
Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations
• Store Manager
Bournemouth University
• Marketing Manager
Accounting and Finance; Business Studies
• Employment Law Practitioner
Liverpool John Moores University
Maritime Business and Management • Human Resource Manager
Manchester Metropolitan University • HR Administrator
International Business Management • Business Administrator
University of Brighton • Project Manager
Fashion Communication with • Event Manager
Business Studies
• Sales Manager
University of Reading
• Business Analyst
Finance and Psychology
• Office Administrator
University of Surrey
Business Management;
Law with Criminology
University of Sussex
Business, Management and Economics
University of Winchester
Business Management
University of York
Build a solid start to your career in business, management
Politics with International Relations
or accounting with a course at BCoT. You will gain skills in
a range of subjects including marketing, finance, human
resources, business administration and law through active
learning from industry-experienced staff.
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