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LEARN.
DO.
THRIVE. Guide for
Full-time Students
2022/23
haywardsheath.ac.uk 1
Why choose Welcome Contents
Haywards We’re delighted you are considering studying
at our beautiful, modern campus at the heart
2 Why Choose Haywards
Heath College?
heath college?
of Haywards Heath.
3 Welcome and Contents
Here at Haywards Heath College, we’re
proud to be part of the Ofsted Outstanding
4-5 Your College, Your Voice
Chichester College Group. 6-7 Our Facilities
We have consistently high achievement rates 8-9 Your Study Facilities
across Chichester College Group, including 10-11 Preparing You
We’re part of an Ofsted It’s not just what you know an A-level pass rate of 100% and 99.8% for Your Future
‘Outstanding’ college group You’ll benefit from our close relationships
at our Chichester and Worthing campuses
in 2021 (respectively), along with high 12-13 Supporting You
The Chichester College Group is the only with local businesses, offering exciting student satisfaction and exceptional links Through Your Studies
further education college group in the work placements, real-life projects, into industry and universities. These are some
region to be rated as ‘Outstanding’ in all apprenticeship opportunities and training of the reasons why we believe we can offer 14-15 Additional
areas by Ofsted, following an inspection that will set you up for the world of work. you the best possible start to your career. Learning Support
of Brinsbury, Chichester, Crawley and 16-17 Aspire
Worthing Colleges in March 2020. Feel supported as you study We know it has been a challenging time for
18-19 Academies
everyone during the Covid-19 pandemic. We
Find out what they said about the group: You won’t be alone at Haywards Heath will support you to grow your confidence,
20 Course Fees
chigroup.ac.uk/about/ofsted-outstanding College. Our student tutors provide you develop your skills and help you progress to
with support and guidance throughout your dream job or dream university. We are 21 Financial Help
your time at college. And if you need home to a passionate community of staff who
The choice is yours will inspire you, challenge you and support 22-23 Chichester College Group
careers advice, our Progression+ team
are on hand to help! you as you strive to achieve your ambitions. 24-25 Brinsbury College
With more than 40 level 3 courses (and
an innovative suite of level 2 programmes), We place you at the heart of everything 27 How to Apply
you’re sure to find the right mix of courses Be part of something special we do, providing you with opportunities in
28-36 A-levels &
for you. And you’ll have a timetable which an inclusive environment where everyone
When you’re not studying, there are Level 3 Courses
is bespoke to you! Don’t worry if you need can be successful.
lots of opportunities to get involved with
help, our expert advisors will help you to 37 Level 2 Courses &
activities across the college. From day We hope you will be able to join us for one of
make the choice that’s right for you. Alternative Options
trips, trips abroad, clubs and our fantastic our open events to look around our campus
student union – you’ll be at the heart of our and see our fantastic facilities, meet our 38 A-Z Course Listing
Enjoy inspirational teaching college community. passionate staff, chat to current inspirational 39 Entry Requirements
students and see what we can offer you.
You’ll be taught by our inspiring, 40-41 T Levels
highly-trained lecturers who are experts We’re closer than you think
Come to Haywards Heath College and begin
in their industries, with up-to-date 42-43 Apprenticeships
Our campus is easy to get to. We’re just your path to success!
experience and lots of contacts! a short walk from Haywards Heath train 44-45 Higher Education
station, and several buses come within a
47 Open Events
Fantastic facilities close distance of the college. We also have
plenty of bike racks. Driving? No problem,
Our fresh, new college offers a host of our car park has low daily charges.*
modern facilities, including well equipped
laboratories, modern classrooms, theatre, *Spaces are limited and you’ll need a valid permit
dance studios and sports hall. to park onsite
Paul Riley Andrew Green
Principal Chief Executive Officer
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YOUR
COLLEGE
YOUR VOICE
College isn’t all about academic study. It’s also about
finding out new things about yourself, finding your voice
and having fun. The Haywards Heath College Student Union
is here to help you do just that.
With an elected Student President and Your Voice And if all that wasn’t enough…
a strong team of student executives #GetSomeXtra
Student Voice plays an incredibly important
from across the college, your SU is here
role in all college decisions and to do that Your Student Experience Team are
to make sure that your voice is heard at
we create a Student Executive team from here to make sure that you have all the
every level. Why don’t you think about
the student body. These student leaders opportunities you could possibly want to
joining us and becoming the Student
meet regularly to discuss key issues and discover new things about yourself.
Representative for your course?
support the running of the Student Union
by organising fundraisers, activities and From football to dance and yoga, discuss
Time on your hands? showing new students the very best that the issues of the day in our Xtra Hot Topics
Your Student Union space is the perfect Haywards Heath College has to offer. session or participate in the weekly Xtra Big
place to socialise with friends, shoot some You’ll meet regularly with your principal Quiz. We have the sessions for you, and they
pool and relax. and the governing body to provide valuable are all free. If there is something you want to
feedback on issues facing the college do that we aren’t running, then come and talk
and the wider group and to influence the to the team and we’ll see what we can do.
Where’s the fun? decisions being taken at the highest levels.
Your SU organises a huge range of Wait…There’s more…
brilliant activities and events throughout Join us and become the Student
Representative for your course or class. Want to challenge yourself with some
the year from trips to theme parks to international experiences? Sign-up for
themed fairs. Why not join us on one Gather your classmates’ feedback and
attend three Student Conferences a year to one of our amazing trips. From sightseeing
of our amazing trips abroad and really in Disneyland Paris or New York, to turtle
open yourself up to something new? deliver that viewpoint directly to the college
management on everything from the cost conservation in Costa Rica or working
of parking to Wi-Fi connectivity or help to with school children in Kenya - we have
shape the environment and sustainability the trip for you!
policy. You will also meet with your head of
learning once a term to discuss issues that Being at college isn't just about learning
are particular to your area. your subject. You'll learn about yourself
too, testing your limits and trying new
Follow us on: things. Join us and get involved!
Facebook - @SUHaywardsHeath
Instagram - @haywardsheathSU
Twitter - @HaywardsHeathSU
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OUR
facilities
At our modern campus, you’ll be able to access
a range of fantastic facilities to help you make
the most of your time at college!
We have excellent sports facilities WiFi
on-site, as well as our well-stocked
Haywards Heath College is
library and learning resource centre.
a fully WiFi enabled college.
We also have a dedicated student union
base, complete with pool table and piano. Feeling hungry?
It's the go-to place for activities, information The college offers a range of
about events. Find out more about the reasonably priced, healthy and
Haywards Heath SU on pages 4-5. delicious hot and cold menu options
at our Hub Café, a bright and airy
Where can I find the campus? space to enjoy lunch or to grab
Haywards Heath College is really a snack.
easy to get to!
The campus is only a 10 minute walk
from Haywards Heath train station and
has close links to several bus routes,
with stops that are within five minutes
of the college.
Car parking is available at the
college, with low daily charge. Spaces
are limited and are not guaranteed.
You'll need to pre-register your car to
obtain an e-permit. Parking can be paid
on the day via an app, or termly via the
online shop. Find out more on our website:
haywardsheath.ac.uk/student-parking
*Please note, parking and transport information
is correct at the time of publication but may be
subject to change
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YOUR
STUDY
facilities
Across our campus, we have a whole host of specialist
facilities and learning spaces to enrich your experience.
The Learning Resource Centre Sports Centre
Our Learning Resource Centre provides The college is home to a modern sports centre,
all the library resources, internet access ensuring our sport students and teams can
and study facilities you’ll need to get train and play in a facility to be proud of.
ahead. Well stocked and fully staffed,
We’ve also invested in new drainage systems
there’s always someone on hand to help.
for our playing fields to improve surfaces
Specialist software as well as printing
in winter months.
and scanning facilities are available
to help present that perfect assignment. Our sports facilities include:
This is the perfect place for quiet, › Multi-sport sports hall
uninterrupted study.
› Rugby and football pitches
› Training pitch, which also converts into
Specialist Facilities
a cricket pitch in the summer months
We believe in giving you state-of-the-art › Cricket nets
classrooms, labs and facilities and that's › Strength and Conditioning Room
what you'll find here on our campus.
Hub Theatre
Visual Arts
Our fantastic 220 seat theatre
We have a wide range of specialist mirrors a professional working theatre
resources for our visual arts for our students to perform in.
students, including:
Our performing arts facilities also include:
› Dark room
› Fine art studio › Performing arts studios
› Textiles studio › Dance studios
› Film & media editing suite › Music practice rooms
› Live Lounge
› Music suite including editing facilities
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PREPARING
YOU FOR
YOUR FUTURE
From the moment you start college, we start preparing you
for your next steps. It’s your future, and we want to ensure
you have the opportunity to make the most of it - starting
with a career that matches your ambition.
That’s why our Progression+ team are Our expert team will also offer you
here. They’ll give you professional careers support and guidance when the time
advice as well as tools to help put you in comes for you to start your UCAS or
the driving seat. From one-to-one meetings job applications. We’ll help you with job
to group workshops, we’ll give you access searches, CV writing, interview techniques
to up-to-date careers information and the as well as give you information about Careers Resources
support you need to progress. self-employment and personal branding.
We have lots of resources, including
We provide access to careers and higher Career Coach, to assess your skills and
Progression+ see how you match up with a potential Speak to us
education fairs, as well as arrange talks,
Our aim is to support you in making choices visits and guest speakers - all demonstrating career, build your CV and research career You’ll find us in the Learning Resource
that will suit your interests and abilities. the choices available to you. We'll also information. You’ll even find relevant Centre, where you can pop in and see
We'll equip you with the personal and deliver workshops that will help you courses and jobs to help reach your the team. Alternatively you can call
employability development that you need to to develop the life skills which will career goals. or contact us online.
make the most of your future opportunities. prepare you for future work or study.
Phone: 01444 711900 ext 3911
We know you are an individual, which is The future’s in your hands, Email: progressionplus@
why we’ll give you impartial advice and but we can help you get started. haywardsheath.ac.uk
guidance on courses, employment, work
experience, apprenticeships and higher
education opportunities. We’ll help you
make the right choice for you.
The Chichester College
Group was awarded the
matrix status in 2019 for
the high quality of careers
support and advice
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SUPPORTING
YOU THROUGH
YOUR STUDIES
We want you to succeed and to get as much as possible
out of your time with us, which is why we have a number of
services - all designed to help you reach your full potential.
Student tutors Our ACES programme
Our student tutors are here to support you Our unique ACES (Attitude, Choices,
throughout your time at college, and will Employability and Skills) programme
play a key role in your study programme. has been developed to cultivate your
Every student, aged 16-19, has a student understanding around current issues
tutor and you will meet with them regularly. that impact you as individuals.
Through personal one-to-one discussions, Delivered by our student tutors
tutors can monitor your progress, track through a series of interactive workshops,
your achievements, support attendance it will guide you through your college
and set targets which will ensure you journey as well as inspire and inform
achieve your goals. your future. It will cover a range
of topical discussions, including
We know there are many factors that environmental issues, relationships,
can affect you during your time at college. respect and tolerance, personal
Our student tutors will work with you and wellbeing and social media. They
help you through the challenges which will also work with you to build your
may impact on your journey. They will professional skills.
offer intensive support to students who
are identified as being ‘at risk’ of not Our mission is to prepare and
achieving their qualification. This is tailored inspire you to be a global citizen,
support, which seeks to remove barriers curious about your world and
you may face with the aim to help you ready to embrace your future.
get back on track to completing your
course successfully.
If you are aged 19 or over, you will be
offered support through your study
programme leader and student services.
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ADDITIONAL
LEARNING
SUPPORT
We're here to support you and our teams are available
throughout the year to ensure you get the help you need.
Additional Support Team ASC Provision
Our Additional Support Team can help you Social and communication
and your lecturers tailor support to meet skills are an essential part of
your specific needs, including providing everyday living and we have
in-class or out-of-class support for literacy, qualified and experienced
numeracy and study skills, as well as lecturers on hand to teach
individual and group support to develop these skills in structured
social communication skills. sessions and workshops.
Specialist support is available for students Supporting You
with additional needs such as dyslexia
and other Neurodiverse conditions and We know that some students will
require special arrangements when Student Welfare
we offer a range of adaptive equipment
and software for students with hearing taking exams and support can be The physical and mental wellbeing of
and visual impairments. Facilities such as provided, post assessment, in all our students is extremely important
ramps, hoists, lifts and specialised toilets accordance with awarding bodies’ to us, so we provide a number of
are available. In addition we have accessible guidelines. Dependent upon support services.
parking and wheelchair access where assessment results, scribes
appropriate and, if this is not available, and readers may be supplied Our Student Welfare Co-ordinator is on
we will seek to relocate classes. and assistive equipment may site to help you stay safe whilst at college.
be borrowed.
We also have drop-in services
We encourage any potential students
including a Mental Health Team,
to discuss their requirements with our
Substance Misuse, MIND and NHS
Additional Support Team. You are
Health Checks, as well as a large
very welcome to visit the college,
network of trained first-aiders.
meet with staff and view our facilities.
For more information, please contact Counselling
01444 711912.
Students experiencing emotional
or personal problems, or who are
distressed and have no-one to talk
to, are able to access our counselling
team for totally confidential support
and advice. These professional
services are available for free.
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ASPIRE
Our Aspire Programme is open to all students. It aims
to provide a range of stimulating activities, all designed
to support students who wish to progress to competitive
universities and courses after they leave college.
It also aims to inspire and support UCAS Application
you in your application to university,
All students are supported with their
providing opportunities which will help
applications, personal statement, admission
you to succeed.
tests and interviews to give them the best
There are five aspects to this unique chance of being offered the university
and enriching experience. place they want.
Aspire Lectures Competitive University Extended Project Qualifications (EPQ)
Throughout the academic year, we Preparation Programme (CUPP)
Students in CUPP are taught and
host eight Aspire lectures at the college. The top 25 achieving students in year 12 are supported through an EPQ (Extended
These lectures are delivered by university enrolled onto CUPP (Competitive University Project Qualification). Students have a
lecturers/professors and cover as many Preparation Programme). These students two-hour lesson a week starting in term two
different subject areas as possible. are aiming to secure places at the more of Year 12 to work on a topic of their choice.
competitive universities and/or courses Students are expected to work on these
UCAS Preparation like medicine, law, nursing, teaching, independently, being prepared to submit
Year 12 & Year 13 students are provided dentistry and veterinary medicine. The work as set by the Aspire Co-ordinator.
with a wide range of UCAS/university programme includes a two-hour lesson The EPQ provides UCAS points, academic
preparation activities. These include each week with our Aspire Co-ordinator, skills and great interview evidence.
open and guest lectures, trips, conferences focusing on student development in the
and open days. Students have also been first term, the EPQ in term two and then Our Aspire Programme also includes
involved in activities such as the Sussex UCAS applications until the end of the Nuffield Science Placements, Maths and
University Open Lecture Programme and academic year. Science Olympiads, the STEM Academy,
Sutton Trust Summer Schools. They’ve Debating Competitions, Sussex Study
also welcomed visiting specialists from Experience and the Sport, Visual and
Oxford and Sussex University and taken Performing Arts Academies.
part in Oxbridge-specific, medicine and
veterinary science preparation sessions. Find out more about our Aspire Programme
on our website: haywardsheath.ac.uk/
aspire-programme
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ACADEMIES
We have a range of specialist academies, designed to
offer enriching and inspiring opportunities and activities
that support and extend your learning, build self-confidence,
reward achievement and promote ambitious progression
and employability.
Our academies are embedded within careers and offer a range of
the curriculum in Performing Arts, enjoyable activities, societies, trips
Visual Arts, STEM and Sport. Being a and competitions to help students build
part of an academy helps you to develop friendships and enrich their studies and
essential skills for life, such as planning further their passion.
and organisation, communication, personal
resilience and teamwork. They are also Sport
great experience for your CV or personal
statement, supporting your progression Our Sport Academy offers opportunities
to employment or university! in men’s & women’s football, netball,
men’s & women’s rugby, basketball and
badminton, with some teams running
Performing Arts
in association with Worthing College.
The Academy of Performing Arts has We’re also proud to be working with
strong links within the performing outstanding UEFA B Academy Coaching Visual Arts
arts industries, helping you develop staff for football and highly qualified
relationships as well as hone your technical netball staff in our first-class facilities. The The Academy of Arts offers
and performance skills. You’ll also be able Sports Academy prides itself on developing students who are studying visual
to access a range of fantastic opportunities, student athletes and giving our players arts, film and media courses a range of
including performing at our very own direct opportunities to progress in local enriching and interesting opportunities
Hub Theatre, Dance Live and New Views and national competitions in their sports and and activities. These will support
script writing. We also offer classes in we enjoy good links with a number of clubs. and extend your learning, reward
ballet, tap and musical theatre. achievement and promote ambitious
It’s important to us that our Sports progression and employability.
STEM Academy students are given the very best
opportunities to succeed; whether that be
The STEM Academy offers students in the classroom or sports field/court, or
who are studying science, technology, whether playing, officiating, or working
engineering and math-related courses extra within the sport they love.
opportunities outside the classroom.
We provide information about STEM
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FEES HELP
If you’re 16-18 Advanced Learner Loan We're here to help you get the financial support you
If you’re a home student1 and are under If you’re thinking of progressing onto need. The student finance team can provide you with
19 at the beginning of your course, you a full-time course and are aged over advice on grants that are available.
won’t have to pay tuition or exam fees for 19 you may qualify for this loan.
most courses. You will have to pay exams
fees if you need to resit an exam. To be eligible you must:
Learning Support Grant & Bursary If you are aged 16 to 18 and are
› Be aged 19 or over at the start
You may need to pay for course equipment currently in care, just leaving care,
of your course This is our bursaries scheme for 16 to
and materials. You will be told about receive Income Support or Universal
› Be a UK or Irish national, or 18 year olds. This grant is funded by
this at interview. Credit, or receive ESA (employment
have settled or pre-settled status the Education Funding Agency and
support allowance) or Universal Credit
under the EU Settlement Scheme administered by the college.
If you’re over 19 and PIP (Personal Independence Payments),
or indefinite leave to remain you may be eligible for the Vulnerable
This grant could provide you with:
You may be eligible to receive financial › Be applying to study on a course Bursary via the Learning Support Grant.
help with course fees. If you don’t hold a which is Level 32 or above › Access to free or subsidised travel
Level 2 qualification (e.g. five GCSEs at › Free or subsidised equipment, Financial help is also available
grades 9-4/A*-C) or a Level 3 qualification Refunds books or resources for students aged 19 or over.
(e.g. two A-levels) and are under 24 years › Free or subsidised childcare
old, you may be able to get a substantial For courses lasting longer than one term:
› Free UCAS admin fees To find out more, email
reduction in your fees. If you choose to leave your course within studentfinance@chigroup.ac.uk
one month of it starting and the course is › Free college meals
Also, if you select a course leading to a longer than a term, a refund may be made › Contribution towards enrichment
basic skill qualification (English or maths) of fees paid, minus an administration charge activities linked to your course
there will be no tuition fees to pay. and any payments made to examining or
other bodies which cannot be reclaimed.
You may also be able to claim for free or
discounted courses at Entry Level and Level For courses lasting one term or less:
1 if you are aiming for a full Level 2 course,
If you booked on a short course and
do not already hold a qualification at this
cancel at least 10 working days before
level and are under 24 years old.
the course date, you will receive a refund
minus a £25 administration fee. If you
cancel less than 10 days before the start
of the course, or leave the course after
1
Home students are people who have already it has started, no refund will be given.
lived in the UK or EEA for a minimum of three
years for reasons other than education. If you If a course is cancelled by us, you’ll
are an EEA national, you must have obtained receive a full refund of fees paid.
either pre-settled or settled status under the
EU Settlement Scheme.
2
Defined by the government as a maximum
of 3 A-levels; Access to HE course; Level 3
and/or Level 4 certificates or diplomas;
an advanced or higher apprenticeship.
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CHICHESTER
COLLEGE GROUP
Brighton
Portsmouth
By choosing to study at Haywards Heath College,
you become part of something bigger.
We’re proud to be part of the Chichester
College Group, a family of five West
Sussex colleges including Brinsbury,
Chichester, Crawley, Haywards Heath
and Worthing Colleges.
As a group, we were rated as Outstanding
in all areas by Ofsted in 2020 – the only
college group in Sussex to have achieved
this standard.
At Haywards Heath College, we offer
an extensive selection of A-levels and
other level 3 courses across a variety
Chichester CRAWLEY WORTHING
of subjects but, if you're interested in
studying something different - why not College COLLEGE COLLEGE
check out one of our other colleges?
Chichester College offers a Based in the centre of town, With a strong academic focus,
diverse range of academic and Crawley College offers a wide range Worthing College offers a huge variety
vocational subjects, including of industry-led vocational subjects, of A-level courses – along with a
A-levels and T Levels. including T Levels, with a focus on selection of vocational options.
practical, hands-on learning.
Set in a beautiful 18-acre parkland
It’s home to excellent facilities, It's home to some of the best facilities campus, the college has a successful
including state-of-the-art training in the region for studying IT, creative sports programme and fantastic
kitchens, the Lee Stafford hair salon, media and engineering, and opened sporting facilities.
well-equipped workshops and the a brand new, multi-million pound
Riverside Theatre. STEM Centre in 2021. worthing.ac.uk
chichester.ac.uk crawley.ac.uk
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BRINSBURY
COLLEGE
Whether you want to work with horses or animals, be a blacksmith,
a farmer, dog groomer or even a tree surgeon, you’ll get the skills
and qualifications you need at Brinsbury College.
Set in the stunning South Downs countryside, The college offers a wide variety of
the beautiful Brinsbury campus offers you land-based subjects, including agriculture,
a chance to study subjects you won’t find horticulture, equine, animal care and
in a classroom. blacksmithing. And – with an Outstanding
Ofsted rating – you can be assured you’ll
And Brinsbury is home to an award-winning be getting the best education in your field.
dairy herd, working farm (including a
new, state-of-the-art milking parlour), Catch the bus to Brinsbury
modern animal care centre, equine centre
and forge – not to mention extensive Getting to Brinsbury is easier than you
woodland and lakes. may think! We offer a dedicated bus
route from Chichester, which takes you
right to the campus. The service starts
in Chichester and calls at North Bersted,
Bognor Regis, Felpham, Littlehampton,
Wick and Arundel. Buses also run from
Shoreham and Crawley.
You’ll find all the latest information
about our bus service, including
timetables and ticket information,
on our website:
www.brinsbury.ac.uk/bus
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FOR LIFE APPLY
1 3
Apply Accepting a place
Your next steps… Apply online at Offers will be sent to you via
haywardsheath.ac.uk. We’ll let the email address you provide
› Read on to find out about our subject areas you know when we’ve received with your online application.
› Visit one of our Open Events where you’ll get to meet your application with a confirmation email.
The offer will be conditional based on
the tutors, tour the college and discuss your study options Apply before Friday 17 December 2021 predicted GCSE grades and will require
› Apply online at haywardsheath.ac.uk to guarantee first choice courses. We
will accept applications after this date,
you to accept the offer within 14 days to
secure your place.
› Once we receive your application form we will be in but it may mean that some courses could
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touch to invite you in for a course guidance meeting already be full.
Confirm your results
› If you have any queries, just give us a call on If you have additional learning support On GCSE results day in August
01444 711900 or email info@haywardsheath.ac.uk needs please also complete the additional 2022, you will need to obtain
support request form – there is a link to your results from your school
this within the application form. and enter them onto our Fast-Track
enrolment system so that we know your
2
grades before you arrive at college.
Course
Guidance Meetings
Scan me!
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Before offering you a place at Attend enrolment
college we will meet with you Enrolment is where you officially
You'll be able to find out more - either in person or by telephone. We sign up as a college student.
will send you a link to our booking page You will have the opportunity
about our courses by scanning
where you can then select a meeting to review your subject choices based on
the QR Codes using the camera time that’s convenient for you. Don’t your results with our curriculum advisors.
on your phone or tablet. worry – the interview is there to give
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you guidance on your subject choices
and the opportunity to ask any questions Start college
you may have. You will receive your college
timetable the week before the
start of term, which will outline
when you are required to attend classes.
If you need any help, talk to our
admissions team on 01444 711900
or email info@haywardsheath.ac.uk
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Scan me for
A-LEVELS
more information!
haywardsheath.ac.uk/
our-courses
& LEVEL 3
COURSES
Our highly qualified and experienced staff are committed
to ensuring that you’re offered the best possible learning
experience across our extensive range of subjects.
Our A-level programme is open to Applied General Qualifications You’ll find more information about What have you studied and enjoyed?
students of all ages, whether you’re entry requirements on page 39,
While many students select three A-levels, Think about building on subjects you
about to complete your GCSEs or are or on the course pages on our website
you can also choose from a number of have studied before, considering ones
a mature student wishing to return at haywardsheath.ac.uk/our-courses.
Applied General Level 3 qualifications, you have enjoyed or have a passion for!
to study. You’ll also be required to complete a
which earn equivalent UCAS points.
‘Getting Ready For’ pack before starting
We support you with extensive Find a balance
These can be studied alongside with us in September 2022 for each
resources, including well-equipped
A-level courses and are considered to be course you have chosen to study. Try to choose subjects that reflect your
laboratories, modern facilities,
theatre, art studios, computer labs, the equivalent of either one, two or three abilities, strengths and interests.
sports grounds and many more. A-levels. You’ll find more information about Choosing the right subjects
these on the course pages on our website Ask yourself ‘why?’
at www.haywardsheath.ac.uk/our-courses. With so many subjects to choose
Additional Qualifications from (see pages 30-37), getting the If you want to choose a new subject,
Alongside your A-levels, you can also right mix of A-levels can be confusing. take a minute to think about why you
Entry Requirements There are a few things to consider to want to study it. Is it something you’re
opt to complete exciting qualifications
to complement your studies and For all our A-level and level 3 help you make the right choice for you. interested in, but haven’t been able to
support your entry to study higher courses, you will need to have study before? Do you know what it’s about?
education. Find out more about achieved at least five GCSEs at Do you know what you want Is it relevant to what you want to do?
these on our Aspire pages (16-17). grades 9-4, usually including to study/do in the future?
maths and English language. What if you’re still not sure?
Certain subjects will require Look at the entry requirements for the
a grade 5,6 or 7 in relevant university or higher education course/ If you don’t know what you want to do,
subjects at GCSE. apprenticeship that you want to do. Does it that’s ok. There are lots of subjects you
require specific subjects at A-level? You’ll can choose from which will help you keep
be able to find this information on university your options open. Speak to one of our
websites or using the UCAS course search. advisers for more information and advice.
28 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 haywardsheath.ac.uk 29Courses Courses
OUR
COURSEs
We have a whole range of A-level and
Applied General subjects to choose
from here at Haywards Heath College.
Business & Economics Computer Science & IT English
Learning about Business, Finance and The future will be driven by digital, with Are you a budding writer, a poetry
Economics can provide the basis for any computer technology now crucial to every enthusiast, or a critical reader? Our range
career you decide to go into. All you need aspect of our world. A choice of subjects of English courses may be just right for you
is an interest in current affairs and how like this could steer you into becoming a with stimulating and thought-provoking
the world of business works, and you’re leader in digital innovation. content! Studying English encourages
set! The business world is exciting and your imagination and creativity to flourish,
promises success to anyone who has Where will this lead you? and teaches you how to use a variety
ambition and works hard. of communication techniques as well
There is a huge range of opportunities as analyse complex information from
for further studies at university and across a range of genres.
Where will this lead you?
financially rewarding careers. Possible
These courses can lead to university career choices might include programming,
Where will this lead you?
and professional careers in accounting, digital forensics, artificial intelligence,
business, finance, financial services, computing or engineering. If you want to study English at university,
law, management and politics. individual English Language and English
Courses Level Literature A-levels are likely to be the best
Courses Level option for you. Brilliant careers related to
› Computing BTEC 3 English qualifications include journalism, Did you know
› Business A-level 3
› Computer Science A-level 3 media, speech therapy and teaching. we also offer a
› Business CAMTEC 3 › Electronics A-level 3 range of level 2
(Single & Double Award) Courses Level
courses? Find
› Economics A-level 3 › English Language A-level 3
out more on
› English Language 3 page 37
& Literature A-level
› English Literature A-level 3
30 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 haywardsheath.ac.uk 31Courses Courses
Geography & Health & Social Care History, Politics & Law Languages
Environmental Science Are you someone who loves working These are fantastic subjects for widening If you want to take your French or
with people and have a naturally caring your understanding of the world, its Spanish to a higher level of communication,
Are you looking for a subject that improves
personality? Do you want to make a real history and culture and are a great basis our language courses are an exciting
your understanding of the world around
difference to the lives of others? Our for many university courses and careers. option and will help to open doors
you? A-level Geography and A-level
practical and engaging courses are ideal So, whatever your future holds these to careers in other countries.
Environmental Science are set to sharpen
for people who are seriously considering subjects are set to give you a head start.
your research skills and give you a fantastic
a career in the health & social care field. If you want to develop your critical thinking Where will this lead you?
understanding of the world around you with
skills, then these courses are for you!
relevant, real-life information. These are You can progress to university and
exciting and ever-changing subjects. Where will this lead you?
students may well go on to careers in
Where will this lead you?
Our Health & Social Care courses can business, media, linguistics, teaching
Where will this lead you? lead to some of the most important and Many people studying these subjects and travel & tourism.
rewarding careers in the world - care, have high flying careers in education,
You’ll have a huge range of options at
nursing, social work, teaching or youth law, media and public services. Courses
university and there are many linked career Level
and community related careers.
paths including business, cartography, › French A-level 3
environmental risk management, Courses Level
geo-engineering, government, leisure Courses Level › Applied Law BTEC 3
› Spanish A-level 3
& tourism, teaching and planning. › Health & Social Care CAMTEC
(Single & Triple Award)
3 › History A-level 3
Courses Level › Law A-level 3
› Geography A-level 3 › Politics A-level 3
› Environmental Science A-level 3
32 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 haywardsheath.ac.uk 33Courses Courses
Maths Performing Arts Sciences Social Sciences
Maths is one of the most fundamentally Were you born to perform? Our performing Science is a vital part of every industry in Social Science is the study of human
important aspects of many industries, arts courses provide a fantastic opportunity one way or another, so what could be more beings. What could be more interesting
from business to science and it provides to develop your skills and couldn’t be a important than studying a science course? than understanding the reasons behind
a strong basis for future study and careers. better place to start out. Whether you are It is the lifeblood of our medical professions peoples’ actions and behaviours?
interested in dance, drama, music or theatre with courses like biology being the literal
Develop your problem-solving, analytical, studies we will have a course that would be study of life, making them incredibly You’ll examine the world we live in and
quantitative and critical thinking skills by right for you! relevant whatever your career path after explore some of the most compelling
choosing these sought-after qualifications. college. If you are thinking of studying questions in modern society.
Where will this lead? medicine at university, you will need to
Where will this lead you? study biology and chemistry at A-level. Where will this lead?
The opportunities are limitless. You can
There is a huge range of opportunities for go on to study higher education courses Where will this lead? Careers in a wide range of sectors are
further studies at university and financially at professional dance, music or theatre possible including the criminal justice
rewarding careers. Possible career choices schools as well as at university. Careers Students with a passion for the sciences system, education, law, health and
might include accountancy, sciences, can include working as a musician, may choose to study medicine, dentistry, social work.
finance and engineering. performer, teacher or journalist. nursing, physiotherapy, veterinary science
or an individual science at university.
Courses Level
Careers in science are endless and
Courses Level Courses
Level recognised throughout the world. › Applied Psychology BTEC 3
› Further Maths A-level 3 › Creative & Performing Arts RSL
(Single & Triple Award)
3
Courses
› Criminology WJEC 3
› Maths A-level 3 Level › Psychology A-level 3
› Dance A-level 3 › Applied Science CAMTEC
› Statistics A-level 3 3
› Sociology A-level 3
› Drama & Theatre Studies A-level 3 (Single & Double Award)
› Music A-level 3 › Biology A-level 3
› Music Practitioners RSL 3 › Chemistry A-level 3
› Physics A-level 3
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Level 2 &
ALTERNATIVE
COURSES
Level 2 Courses Education & Childcare Transition T Level
For students who may not be quite ready T Levels are new, technical
for an A-level, or other level 3 courses, qualifications, which combine technical
we have range of Level 2 options available and classroom-based learning with
at Haywards Heath College – including industry placements.
Sports and Visual Arts GCSE English and maths. We’ll support
and help you to get to where you At Haywards Heath College, we’re
Physical Education Have you got a passion and creative flair want to be. offering a Transition T Level in Education
for visual arts, design or photography? & Childcare – a level 2 course which will
Sport is the love of competition and striving
We have fully equipped studios set to Our level 2 courses will provide a help you to get to where you need to be
to be your best. Whether you’re looking
support you in your studies, with most of good basis to progress onto level 3 to progress onto a level 3 T Level course
to study sport, PE or sport and exercise
our course material focused on developing programmes as well as provide subject or equivalent.
science, you’re in the best place!
your skills to work in the industry. knowledge and skills that could help with
your employability. You’ll gain introductory technical skills,
Where will this lead?
Where will this lead? as well as support to develop your study
There are so many careers in sport and Courses Level skills. Find out more about T Levels
Careers in visual arts are numerous and on pages 40-41.
physical education. You might want to
exciting. These include architecture, › English GCSE 2
continue your studies at university or
art therapy, fashion design, graphic
train as a physiotherapist or teacher. › Maths GCSE 2
design, theatre, TV and video production Step Up Level 2 Programme
Some students will go on to be coaches
to name but a few. › Sport GCSE 2
or personal trainers. This exciting and innovative one-year
course is designed to offer a unique mix
Courses Level
Courses Level of learning experiences for students who
› Physical Education A-level 3 › Digital Media CAMTEC 3 have not yet met the entry requirements
for a level 3 course.
› Sport BTEC (Single & Triple Award) 3 › Film Studies A-level 3
› Fine Art A-level 3 It provides a great platform for students
to get a taste of several subject areas
› Graphic Communication A-level 3
(for example Digital Media, Creative Design
› Media Studies A-level 3 and Business), as well as the opportunity
to shadow A-level classes in the final
› Photography A-level 3
term to ensure you’re choosing the right
› Textiles A-level 3 courses for you.
36 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 haywardsheath.ac.uk 37A-Z List of our Courses ENTRY
A
›
›
Applied Law BTEC
Applied Psychology BTEC
Level
3
3
G
›
›
Geography A-level
Graphic Communication A-level
Level
3
3
REQUIREMENTS
› Applied Science CAMTEC
3 General entry requirements
(Single & Double Award)
H
A-levels Minimum entry requirements
B › Health & Social Care CAMTEC
3
(Single & Triple Award) These two-year, level 3 qualifications support You must achieve at least five GCSEs
progression to university, training and at grades 4–9, including maths AND
› Biology A-level 3 › History A-level 3 employment. English language.
› Business A-level 3
› Business CAMTEC 3 L Level 3 Applied General Minimum entry requirements
(Single & Double Award)
We have a range of Applied General courses at You must achieve at least five GCSEs
› Law A-level 3 level 3 including BTECs, Cam Techs and RSLs. at grades 4–9, including maths OR English
C These are normally two-year courses. They are language. If you have not achieved maths or
at the same level as A-levels and offer equivalent English language at grade 4-9, you would
› Chemistry A-level 3 M UCAS points for entry to university. These normally start your studies at Haywards Heath
› Computer Science A-level 3 qualifications come in different sizes and may College on a Level 2 programme.
› Maths GCSE 2 be equivalent to one, two or three A-levels.
› Computing BTEC 3 › Maths A-level 3
› Criminology WJEC 3 › Media Studies A-level 3 Level 2 Programmes Minimum Entry Requirements
› Creative & Performing Arts RSL
3 › Music A-level 3
(Single & Triple Award) We offer a small number of level 2 courses, You must achieve at least four GCSEs at grades
› Music Practitioner RSL 3 including Education & Childcare Transition T 3 or above, including maths and English.
Level and Sport BTEC. These one-year courses
D can help you to progress on to Level 3 study.
P
› Dance A-level 3
Level 1/2 Step-Up Programme Minimum entry requirements
› Digital Media CAMTEC 3 › Photography A-level 3
We offer a Step-Up programme for students who Ideally you will have achieved a minimum two
› Drama & Theatre Studies A-level 3 › Physical Education A-level 3
do not meet the entry requirements for level 3 GCSEs at grade 3, however consideration will
› Physics A-level 3 courses. This one-year course will prepare be given to your individual circumstances.
you to progress on to further study
E › Politics A-level 3
at level 2 or 3. You must have a keen interest in progressing
› Economics A-level 3
› Psychology A-level 3 into further study, an apprenticeship or
employment and a willingness to continue
› Education & Childcare Transition T Level 2 to develop your English and maths.
› Electronics A-level 3
S
› English GCSE 2 › Sociology A-level 3
Specific entry requirements
› English Language A-level 3 › Spanish A-level 3 In addition to the minimum entry requirements described above, some individual courses have
› English Language & Literature A-level 3 › Sport BTEC 2 their own specific entry requirements which reflect the demands of that course. For example,
to study A-level maths you must achieve at least a grade 6 in GCSE maths.
› English Literature A-level 3 › Sport BTEC (Single & Triple Award) 3
› To find the specific entry requirements for our courses, please visit the college website
Environmental Science A-level 3 › Statistics A-level 3
(www.haywardsheath.ac.uk) to view individual subject descriptions in our A-Z list of courses,
› Step Up Level 2 Programme 2 or refer to our Course Entry Requirements Booklet.
F
› Film Studies A-level 3 T Internal progression at Haywards Heath College
› Fine Art A-level 3 › Textiles A-level 3 Students wishing to progress from one level of study to the next at Haywards Heath College are
› French A-level 3 expected to have completed the previous level with at least a grade of Merit and made suitable
› Further Maths A-level 3 progress in English and maths.
38 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 haywardsheath.ac.uk 39T Levels are new, technical
qualifications, designed to help Welcome to the next level
you get ahead in your dream career. From September 2022, across
Chichester College Group,
we'll be offering T Levels in:
What are T Levels?
Equivalent to three A-levels, they Construction
combine the career focus and practical Building Services Engineering¹
elements of technical qualifications
Design, Surveying & Planning2
with classroom-based learning and
THE NEXT LEVEL QUALIFICATION industry placements – a key element
of all T Level courses.
Onsite Construction2
Construction Transition T Level1
THAT’S BUILT BY BUSINESSES They’ll provide you with a clear route into
skilled employment, higher education at Digital
university or degree-level apprenticeships. Digital Production, Design & Development1
You’ll spend 80% of the time in the Digital Support Services1
classroom and 20% on a 45-60 day Digital Transition T Level1
industry placement, to equip you with
the knowledge and skills companies
are looking for. Education & Childcare
Education and Childcare1
What are the entry requirements? Education & Childcare Transition T Level3
To be accepted onto a T Level course,
you’ll need a minimum of five GCSEs at Health & Science
grade 9-4, including both English and Health4
maths. For health, healthcare science
and science T Level courses, you may be Healthcare Science4
required to have achieved a minimum grade Science2
9-4 in GCSE science (please check the
website for specific entry requirements). Science Transition T Level2
What are T Level Transition courses? New for 2022!
We know not everyone who would like We'll also be launching new T Levels in:
to start a T Level is quite ready, so we Business1
have transition courses to help you get
Engineering & Manufacturing1
to where you need to be.
So, if you haven’t been able to meet
1Chichester and Crawley only
the entry requirements, don’t worry! 2Chichester only
These one-year courses will help you to 3Chichester,Crawley and Haywards Heath
get there, allowing time for you to study 4Crawley only
English and/or maths – if you haven’t
achieved a grade 4 or above.
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You’ll also have the opportunity to
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well as receive support to help develop
study-areas/t-levels
your study skills.
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