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LEARN.
DO.
THRIVE. Guide for
Full-time Students
2022/23
crawley.ac.uk 1
WHY choose Welcome Contents
CRAWLEY We’re delighted you are considering
studying at our modern college in the
2 Why Choose
Crawley College?
College?
heart of Crawley.
3 Welcome and Contents
Here at Crawley, we’re proud to be part 4-5 Your College, Your Voice
of the Ofsted Outstanding Chichester
College Group. 6-7 Our Facilities
Crawley College has consistently high 8-9 Your Study Facilities
achievement rates, high student satisfaction 10-11 STEM Centre
and exceptional links into industry and
We’re Ofsted Be ready to take universities. These are some of the reasons
12-13 Your Study Programme
‘Outstanding’ in all areas your next step why we believe we can offer you the best 14-15 Preparing You
possible start to your career. for Your Future
Chichester College Group, which We’ll make it easier for you take that
includes Crawley College, is the only next step in your studies, with a wide We know it has been a challenging time 16-17 Supporting You
further education college group in range of part-time and full-time for everyone during the Covid-19 pandemic. Through Your Studies
the region to be rated as ‘Outstanding’ Higher Education courses! At Crawley, we will support you to grow 18-19 Additional
in all areas by Ofsted, following our your confidence, develop your skills and Learning Support
inspection in March 2020. help you progress to your dream job
Find out what they said about us:
Feel supported or dream university. We are home to a 20 Course Fees
www.crawley.ac.uk/ofsted-outstanding as you study passionate community of staff who will 21 Financial Help
inspire you, challenge you and support
You won’t be alone at Crawley College. 22-23 Chichester College Group
you as you strive to achieve your ambitions.
Enjoy inspirational teaching Our student tutors provide you with
24 Brinsbury College
support and guidance throughout We place you at the heart of everything
You’ll be taught by our inspiring, your time at college. And if you need we do, providing you with opportunities 25 Haywards Heath College
highly-trained lecturers who are experts careers advice, our Progression+ in an inclusive environment where everyone
in their industries, with up-to-date 26-27 The Right Choice
team are on hand to help! can be successful.
experience and lots of contacts! 29 How to Apply
We hope you will be able to join us for 30-33 T Levels
Be part of one of our open events to look around
Fantastic facilities
something special our campus and see our fantastic facilities, 34-37 Apprenticeships
We offer well-equipped, modern, meet our staff, chat to current inspirational 38-39 Higher Education
industry-ready facilities for you to study When you’re not studying, there are students and see what we can offer you.
in – including a brand-new STEM Centre! lots of opportunities to get involved with 40-69 Courses
activities across the college. From day Come to Crawley College and begin your
trips, trips abroad, clubs and our fantastic 71 Open Events
path to success!
It’s not just what you know student union – you’ll be at the heart
of our college community.
You’ll benefit from our close relationships
with local businesses, offering exciting
work placements, real-life projects, Outstanding is
apprenticeship opportunities and training
that will set you up for the world of work. closer than you think
Our campus is easy to get to. We’re right
in the centre of Crawley, just a short
walk from Crawley train station and
the bus station. Vicki Illingworth Andrew Green
Principal Chief Executive Officer
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“Students value the active role
they take in working with leaders
YOUR and staff to create an inclusive
and vibrant community”*
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 Crawley 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 the issues of the day in our Xtra Hot Topics
Your Student Union space is the perfect that Crawley College has to offer. You’ll session or participate in the weekly Xtra Big
place to socialise with friends, shoot some meet regularly with your principal and Quiz. We have the sessions for you, and they
pool and relax. 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 Being at college isn’t just about learning
that are particular to your area. your subject. You’ll learn about yourself too,
testing your limits and trying new things.
Join us and get involved!
Follow us on:
Facebook - @CrawleySU
Instagram - @Crawleysu *Statement taken from CCG’s Outstanding Ofsted
Twitter - @Crawley_su report, May 2020
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OUR
facilities
Fifty Eight Bar, Restaurant and Café The Hair and Beauty Salons
and Barber Shop
Our newly refurbished, bright and airy
Fifty Eight Bar, Restaurant and Café Relax and unwind in our salon located
offers an exciting new menu of classic in the heart of Crawley with a range of
dishes with an international twist – the professional hair and beauty services
perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal at exceptional value.
cooked and served by our talented
hospitality students. It’s also your Our services and treatments are performed
first stop to grab a barista-made by our talented student hairstylists and
coffee and a great range of snacks beauty therapists under the guidance
throughout the day. of qualified tutors.
We only use the highest quality products
found in top high street salons including
Wella and Bed Head, plus award-winning How to get here
beauty products Eve Taylor and Mavala.
Crawley College is really easy to get
Discover our Barber Shop, exclusive to to. It’s just a 5 minute walk from Crawley
Crawley College, offering classic and train and bus station. There is on site
58 Express contemporary services including precision parking with low daily charges, though
haircuts and luxury hot towel shaves spaces are not guaranteed. You’ll need
Grab food on the go at 58 Express
to keep you looking your very best. to pre-register your car to obtain an
where both students and staff can
enjoy the wide range of food on offer e-permit. Parking can be paid on the
- from delicious hot meals to cold day via an app, or termly via the online
items, snacks and drinks from shop. Find out more on our website:
our Starbucks concession. crawley.ac.uk/student-parking1
Parking and transport information is
1
correct at the time of publication but
may change.
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YOUR STUDY
FACILITIES
Across our campus, we have a whole host of specialist facilities and Ofsted says our students
learning spaces to ensure you get the best experience possible. 'benefit from excellent
resources that closely
match industry standards'*
Study Spaces Catering & Hospitality
The college has two computer rooms for Our modern, well-equipped training
quiet, independent study and there’s a kitchens and restaurant provide a
social computer space in the Student Union fantastic opportunity to learn in a working
common room. All areas have access to the environment – both in the kitchen and
internet and a photocopier/printer. front-of-house in our 58 Restaurant.
Crawley Library Hair & Beauty Healthcare Science Centre
Library resources are offered at Our hair & beauty students can showcase In September 2021, we’re opening
Crawley Library, just across the road their skills in our fully-equipped commercial our new dedicated suite of learning
from the campus. salons, which provide an opportunity to facilities for our health and healthcare
The service, offered in partnership with gain vital experience while also developing science T Level students.
West Sussex Libraries, provides you with customer service skills.
Sitting alongside our paramedic training
preferential borrowing, free WIFI, dedicated
These facilities are being expanded centre, developed with SECAMB (South
specialist staffing and access to a range
in 2021 to provide new salons, including East Coast Ambulance Service) the facility
of digital resources, as well as extended
a barber shop. will provide integrated training areas
opening hours.
including an artificial hospital ward and
All students are entitled to a WSCC college Motor Vehicle healthcare setting. It means our students
library card, which gives you access to all will be able to study in a professional
of the above as well as borrowing services Our current motor vehicle workshops environment, replicating industry locations.
across all West Sussex libraries. already offer outstanding training facilities
and in September 2021, we’ll be opening
Specialist Facilities a fantastic specialist end-point-assessment
centre for our motor vehicle apprentices.
We believe it’s important to learn in a real With the latest in industry technology,
working environment, reflecting industry it’ll accurately replicate industry
standards. That’s why our workshops, garage workshops and improve the The Advanced Technology Centre
training kitchens, salons and learning
learning environment for all of our
facilities are equipped to give you an The Advanced Technology Centre
motor vehicle students.
authentic experience. (ATC) is home to an exciting range of
programmes focusing on renewable and
sustainable technologies and engineering,
along with specialist courses designed
to meet the needs of local employers
*Statement taken from CCG’s Outstanding
and to promote your progression into
Ofsted report, May 2020 high-skilled industries.
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OPENED
SPRING
2021
“It’s great to see a fresh new
OUR NEW
building at the college and it
feels a lot more accessible.”
Richard, studying Digital Production,
Design & Development T Level
STEM
CENTRE
We were delighted to showcase It’s home to a suite of innovative and
interactive spaces, containing virtual and
our fantastic new facility, which mixed reality technology which puts the
opened in Spring 2021. college at the cutting edge of training
delivery across a range of subjects.
This £5million centre, which has been
funded by the Coast to Capital Local
Enterprise Partnership, will be used to train
students and apprentices in the latest skills
required by industries across the region.
“It’s a great space to learn in.”
Mario, studying Digital Production,
Design & Development T Level
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YOUR
STUDY
PROGRAMME
If you’re 16-19, you’ll follow a study programme to help
you develop academically, practically and personally.
Your course Work experience
Whether you choose a T Level or All of our students have the
vocational/technical subject, your opportunity to take part in
course will be the main focus of your work experience placements or
time at college. Your choice of subject work-related learning. This will
and your GCSE results (or other look great on your CV, give you
qualifications) will help us to find an insight into the world of work
the right course for you. and may help you decide on your
future career path - as well as put
Love English & Maths you in touch with future employers.
If you haven’t achieved a grade 4/C or Our Progression+ team will help
above in English and maths at GCSEs, you find a placement and guide
you will be supported as you work towards you through the process - from
this. We have a dedicated team of tutors applying to helping you to get the
and mentors who will work with you, most out of your time.
helping to develop your skills and
build your confidence. College life
If you already have grade 4/C, you’ll At Crawley College, you’ll find
extend your English and maths skills plenty of ways to enrich your
through in-class activities. learning experience. Check
out pages 4-11 to find out about
our student union, enrichment
opportunities and 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 Ofsted says our students
you have the opportunity to make the most of it - starting Ofsted says our students
'benefit from substantial careers
with a career that matches your ambition. 'benefit from substantial careers
advice and guidance
advice and guidance to
to ensure
ensure
they are well
they are well informed
informed about
about
That’s why our Progression+ team are Our expert team will also offer you their next steps'*
steps'*
here. They’ll give you professional careers support and guidance when the time
their next
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
support you need to progress. self-employment and personal branding. Career Coach
We provide access to careers and higher Use Career Coach - an online resource to
Progression+ assess your skills and see how you match 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 up with a potential career, build your CV You’ll find us in the Progression+
that will suit your interests and abilities the choices available to you. We’ll also and research career information. You’ll Centre, where you can pop in and
and equip you with the personal and deliver workshops that will help you even find relevant courses and jobs to see the team. Alternatively you can
employability development that you need to to develop the life skills which will help reach your career goals. call or contact us online.
make the most of your future opportunities. prepare you for future work or study.
Visit our website – www.crawley.ac.uk and Phone: 01293 442200
We know you are an individual, which is The future’s in your hands, but search ‘Career Coach’ to find out more. Email: progressionplus@crawley.ac.uk
why we’ll give you impartial advice and we can help you get started.
guidance on courses, employment, work
experience, Apprenticeships and higher
education opportunities. We’ll help you
make the right choice for you.
The college was
awarded the matrix
*Statement taken from CCG’s Outstanding Ofsted
status in 2019 for the
report, May 2020
high quality of careers
support and advice
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Ofsted says our students
'value the support they
receive from tutors'*
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 through
tutors can monitor your progress, track a series of interactive workshops, it will
your achievements, support attendance guide you through your college journey
and set targets which will ensure you as well as inspire and inform your
achieve your goals. future. It will cover a range of topical
discussions, including environmental
We know there are many factors that can issues, relationships, respect and
affect you during your time at college. tolerance, personal wellbeing and
Our student tutors will work with you and social media. They will also work with
help you through the challenges which you to build your professional skills.
may impact on your journey. They will
offer intensive support to students who Our mission is to prepare and
are identified as being ‘at risk’ of not inspire you to be a global citizen,
achieving their qualification. This is tailored curious about your world and
support, which seeks to remove barriers ready to embrace your future.
you may face with the aim to help you get
back on track to completing your course
successfully and achieving your goals.
If you are aged 19 or over, you will *Statement taken from CCG’s
be offered support through your study Outstanding Ofsted report,
programme leader and student services. May 2020
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ADDITIONAL
LEARNING
SUPPORT Ofsted says our students
with high needs 'rapidly gain
We want you to be successful and Complex needs and personal care confidence, independence
achieve your full potential – to make
sure this happens, we are committed
Facilities such as ramps, hoists, lifts and employability skills'*
and specialised toilets are available for
to ensuring that:
students with complex medical needs,
› all of our students are treated fairly along with personal care where needed.
› the best endeavours are made to ensure
that no students are disadvantaged In addition we have accessible parking
and wheelchair access where appropriate.
› the curriculum is accessible If this is not available, we will seek
to all students’ needs to relocate classes.
Individualised support Exam support
Our Additional Learning Support Team We recognise that some students will
provides individualised support to meet require special arrangements when
your specific needs, including providing taking exams and support can be provided,
in-class or out-of-class support for post assessment, in accordance with
literacy, numeracy and study skills, awarding bodies’ guidelines. Depending
as well as individual and group support on assessment results, scribes and
to develop social communication skills. readers may be supplied and assistive
equipment may be borrowed.
Specialist support is available for ASC provision
students with additional needs, such
Social support We recognise that social and
as dyslexia and other neurodiverse
conditions and we have a range of We provide a friendly, welcoming communication skills are an essential
adaptive equipment and software space to encourage learners to develop part of everyday living and we have
for students with hearing and visual friendships, talk, share interests and experienced staff on hand to teach
impairments, plus signers to assist enjoy the social side of college life. social and communication skills in
the hearing impaired. Students are encouraged to build on their structured sessions and workshops.
existing skills, develop self-awareness
and independence, and help to manage Talk to us
social situations with greater confidence. We encourage any potential students
Social support is available from our to discuss their requirements with our
qualified and experienced mentors. Additional Learning Support Team. You
are very welcome to visit the college, meet
with staff and view our facilities. For more
*Taken from CCG’s Outstanding information please contact 01293 442242
Ofsted report, May 2020 or email als@crawley.ac.uk.
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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:
Crawley College Learning 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 Support Grant & Bursary currently in care, just leaving care,
of your course
and materials. You will be told about receive Income Support or Universal
this at interview.
› Be a UK or Irish national, or This is our bursaries scheme for 16 to Credit, or receive ESA (Employment
have settled or pre-settled status 18 year olds. This grant is funded by Support Allowance) or Universal Credit
under the EU Settlement Scheme the Education Funding Agency and and PIP (Personal Independence Payments),
If you’re over 19 or indefinite leave to remain administered by the college. you may be eligible for the Vulnerable
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 This grant could provide you with:
Level 2 qualification (e.g. five GCSEs at › Access to free or subsidised travel Financial help is also available
grades 9-4/A*-C) or a Level 3 qualification International students › Free or subsidised equipment, for students aged 19 or over.
(e.g. two A-levels) and are under 24 years books or resources
old, you may be able to get a substantial International students should contact To find out more, call our Student
reduction in your fees. our International Department for fee › Free or subsidised childcare Finance Team on 01293 442204,
information on +44 (0)1243 786321. › Free UCAS admin fees email studentfinance@chigroup.ac.uk
Also, if you select a course leading to a › Free college meals or visit www.crawley.ac.uk/college-life/
basic skill qualification (English or maths) Refunds financial-support
there will be no tuition fees to pay.
› Contribution towards enrichment
For courses lasting longer than one term: activities linked to your course
You may also be able to claim for free or If you choose to leave your course within
discounted courses at Entry Level and Level one month of it starting and the course is
1 if you are aiming for a full Level 2 course, longer than a term, a refund may be made
do not already hold a qualification at this of fees paid, minus an administration charge
level and are under 24 years old. and any payments made to examining or
other bodies which cannot be reclaimed.
For courses lasting one term or less:
If you booked on a short course and
cancel at least 10 working days before
1
Home students are people who have already lived the course date, you will receive a refund
in the UK or EEA for a minimum of three years for
minus a £25 administration fee. If you
reasons other than education. If you are an EEA
national, you must have obtained either pre-settled
cancel less than 10 days before the start
or settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme. of the course, or leave the course after
2
Defined by the government as a maximum it has started, no refund will be given.
of 3 A-levels; Access to HE course; Level 3
and/or Level 4 certificates or diplomas; If a course is cancelled by us, you’ll
an advanced or higher apprenticeship. receive a full refund of fees paid.
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CHICHESTER
COLLEGE GROUP
By choosing to study at Crawley College,
you become part of something bigger.
We’re proud to be part of the Chichester At Crawley College, we offer a wide range
College Group, a family of five West of industry-led vocational subjects, with a
Sussex colleges including Brinsbury, focus on practical, hands-on learning but
Chichester, Crawley, Haywards Heath if you’re interested in studying something
and Worthing Colleges. different – why not check out one of our
other 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.
Chichester WORTHING
College College
Chichester College offers a With a strong academic focus,
diverse range of academic and Worthing College offers a huge
vocational subjects, including variety of A-level courses – along
A-levels and T Levels. with a selection of vocational options.
Brighton It’s home to excellent facilities, Set in a beautiful 18-acre parkland
including state-of-the-art training campus, the college has a successful
kitchens, the Lee Stafford hair salon, sports programme and fantastic
well-equipped workshops and the sporting facilities.
Portsmouth Riverside Theatre.
worthing.ac.uk
chichester.ac.uk
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OPEN!
brinsbury.ac.uk haywardsheath.ac.uk
BRINSBURY HAYWARDS
COLLEGE HEATH COLLEGE
Whether you want to work with horses or animals, be a blacksmith, If you’re looking to study
a farmer, dog groomer or even a tree surgeon, you’ll get the skills A-levels, why not consider
and qualifications you need at Brinsbury College. Haywards Heath College?
Set in the stunning South Downs The college offers a wide variety of Our modern campus is just over
countryside, the beautiful Brinsbury land-based subjects, including agriculture, 20 minutes from Crawley by train
campus offers you a chance to study horticulture, equine, animal care and - making it a great choice for you.
subjects you won’t find in a classroom. blacksmithing. And – with an Outstanding
Ofsted rating – you can be assured you’ll The college offers an extensive
Brinsbury is home to an award-winning dairy be getting the best education in your field. range of A-levels to choose from,
herd, working farm (including a new, state- as well as a number of vocational
of-the-art milking parlour), modern animal Catch the bus to Brinsbury options - all delivered in our modern,
care centre, equine centre and forge – not purpose-built facility.
to mention extensive woodland and lakes. Getting to Brinsbury is easier
than you may think!
At Haywards Heath College, you’ll
have access to the highest quality
We offer a dedicated bus route from teaching and support. You’ll be part
Crawley, which takes you right to the of a vibrant and connected community,
campus. The service starts in Crawley and given all the tools you need to
and calls at Horsham, Broadbridge develop and succeed.
Heath, Southwater and Billingshurst.
You’ll also be able to extend your
Buses also run from Shoreham learning out of the classroom, with
and Chichester. a mix of opportunities – including
specialist programmes designed
You’ll find all the latest information about to help you progress into university
our bus service, including timetables or higher level education.
and ticket information, on our website:
brinsbury.ac.uk/bus And you’ll have access to some
fantastic facilities, including
a sports centre and theatre.
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Once you’ve got an idea of what and how you’d like to study,
the next step is to decide on the level. This guide shows you
what level of study programme you can take, what qualifications
choice
you’ll gain and what results you’d generally need to be accepted.
The specific entry requirements for each course can be found
on their individual course pages on the website.
Level What you can study What results you generally Next steps
need to be accepted
Entry level
Courses that build your independence, improve No formal qualifications required
› Level 1
basic skills and include vocational options - acceptance onto the course is by interview
Key Skills Level 1, NVQ Level 1, Skills for Life Level 1, › Level 2
Level 1
Some courses may require GCSE
Foundation Diploma, BTEC award, Certificate and
maths or English grade 1/G or above › Intermediate Apprenticeship
Diploma Level 1, Functional Skills Level 1
Key Skills Level 2, NVQ Level 2, Skills for Life › Level 3
Relevant Level 1 qualification, GCSE maths and
Level 2
Level 2, Higher Diploma, BTEC Level 2 award,
English grade 3/D or above, some courses require › Advanced Apprenticeship
Certificate and Diploma, Functional Skills Level 2,
a GCSE in relevant subject at grade 3/D or above › Full-time employment
Apprenticeship (intermediate)
Relevant Level 2 qualification or 5 GCSE grades
Practical vocational, Key Skills Level 3,
4/C or above, including maths & English. Science
NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship (advanced)
is also required for some programmes
Relevant Level 2 qualification at merit grade,
Academic vocational, Advanced Diploma, 5 GCSE at grades 4/C or above including English,
BTEC Level 3 award, Certificate and Diploma maths and a GCSE in a relevant subject may be
required for some programmes › Levels 4 & 5
› Higher Apprenticeship
5 GCSE grades 4/C or above including maths and
Level 3 A-levels
English. Most require the same subject at GCSE at
grade 4/C or above. Maths and science subjects will
› Degree level course at university
or at college, on one of our
Higher Education courses
also require GCSE at grade 6/B
› Full-time employment
5 GCSE grades 4/C or above including maths
T Levels and English. Some subjects will also require
GCSE grade 4/C in science
GCSE maths and English language grade 4/C
Access to Higher Education – a range of pre-university
or above. GCSE science at grade 4/C are required
level courses for those aged 19 or over
in order to study certain subjects
› Level 5
Relevant Level 3 qualification or A-levels in
HNC (equivalent to the first year of a › HND/Foundation Degree
Level 4
related subjects. You may need some relevant
Bachelor’s degree); NVQ Level 4, BTEC Level 4
work experience for apprenticeships. Specific › Higher Apprenticeship
Professional Award, Higher Apprenticeship
entry requirements will vary across courses
› Full-time employment
Relevant Level 4 qualification or second year › Level 6
Level 5
HND (equivalent to the second year of progression from the related Level 4 course. You
› Top up degree
a Bachelor’s degree), Foundation Degree may need some relevant work experience, but
specific entry requirements will vary across courses › Full-time employment
Relevant Level 5 qualification or prior learning/ › Masters Degree
Level 6/7
Top up degrees (equivalent to the
experience in a related area, but specific entry
final year of a Bachelor’s degree) › Full-time employment
requirements will vary across courses
26 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 27ON COURSE HOW TO
FOR LIFE APPLY
1
Find out more interview we will make you an
Your next steps… Come to an open event, talk offer on your chosen course and
to our tutors, student support confirm your required exam grades.
› Read on to find out about our subject areas teams and students and see If we feel the course wasn’t right
for you, we’ll discuss your options.
› Visit one of our Open Events where you’ll get to meet
the facilities for yourself. If you can’t
make our open events, our admissions The next step is to accept your offer.
the tutors, tour the college and discuss your study options team can answer your questions on This confirms your place at college
› Apply online at crawley.ac.uk 01293 442200 (press 2) or email
4
› Once we receive your application form we admissions@crawley.ac.uk. Our
Induction
website is also packed with information
will be in touch to invite you in for an interview In September you will be
about courses and college life
› If you have any queries just give us a call on 01293 442200 www.crawley.ac.uk.
invited to an induction at
college where you’ll meet
(press 2) or email admissions@crawley.ac.uk staff and other students as well as
2
Apply getting your timetable and enrolling
You can apply online at onto your course. If you don’t get the
www.crawley.ac.uk/apply. We results you expected we’ll discuss
recommend that you apply early an alternative programme for you.
as many of our courses fill up quickly.
Scan me!
5
You will receive an acknowledgement
You’re ready!
from us after a few weeks.
Congratulations, you’re
You'll discover our subject areas on ready to start your life as a
3
the following pages, but to find out Interview and student at Crawley College!
more about specific courses just Welcome Evening
scan the QR Code on the page using Throughout the year, we
the camera on your phone or tablet. hold interview and welcome
evenings where you’ll meet staff and find
out more about your course during an
informal interview. Once you’ve had your
28 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 29T Levels are technical qualifications designed
to help you get ahead in your dream career.
Equivalent to three A-levels, they It’s also an opportunity to develop a
combine the career focus and practical relationship with your industry placement
elements of technical qualifications employer, giving you the potential to get a
with classroom-based learning and foot in the door to your future career!
industry placements - a key element
of all T Level courses. What are the entry requirements?
THE NEXT LEVEL QUALIFICATION To be accepted onto a T Level course, you’ll
THAT’S BUILT BY BUSINESSES They’ll provide you with a clear route into
skilled employment, higher education at
need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade
9-4, including both English and maths. For
university or degree-level apprenticeships.
health, healthcare science and science T
Level courses, you may be required to have
How are T Levels taught?
achieved a minimum grade 9-4 in GCSE
You’ll spend 80% of the time in the science (please check the website for
classroom and 20% on a 45-60 day specific entry requirements).
industry placement, to equip you with
the knowledge and skills companies are Who should choose a T Level?
looking for.
T Levels are a great choice
for those who you:
They take two years to complete and,
like A-levels, require a high level of
Want to achieve an advanced level
classroom-based learning. However, you’ll
of technical excellence in your
also spend time developing the practical
chosen career
skills you’ll need in your chosen industry.
Value the opportunity to develop
Assessments take place through a your skills and knowledge, both in
combination of exams, coursework, the classroom and in the workplace
workplace observations, an employer
Want to experience the world
project and an end-point assessment.
of work and develop your own
employability skills
What is an industry placement?
Want to progress to a higher level
Your industry placement will give you
of study, either through university or
vital work experience and it’s an essential
a degree/higher-level apprenticeship
part of the T Level qualification. You’ll
complete between 45-60 days in an
industry placement over the duration
of your two-year course.
This means you’ll gain in-depth experience
which will help you to develop the workplace
skills that employers are looking for, while
also gaining knowledge about what the job
you want to do really involves.
30 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 31What next?
When you complete your T Level,
you’ll have lots of opportunities available
Course list
From September 2022, TAKE
YOUR
to you, including:
we'll be offering T Levels in:
Employment in a skilled occupation
Higher or degree-level apprenticeships Construction
Higher level study, including university
Building Services Engineering
What about Transition to T Levels? Construction Transition T Level
FUTURE
What does that mean?
We know not everyone who would like Digital
to start a T Level is quite ready, so we
have transition courses to help you get Digital Production,
to where you need to be. Design and Development
Digital Support and Services
TO
So, if you haven’t been able to meet the
entry requirements, don’t worry! These Digital Transition T Level
one-year courses will help you to get
there, allowing time for you to study
Education & Childcare
English and/or maths – if you haven’t
achieved a grade 4 or above. Education and Childcare
THE
You’ll also have the opportunity to Education and Childcare
Transition T Level
participate in work experience and
gain introductory technical skills as
well as receive support to help develop Health & Science
your study skills.
Health
Find out more
NEX
Healthcare Science
If you have any questions, get in touch! Health & Science Transition T Level
Email us at t-levels@crawley.ac.uk
New for 2022!
Business & Administration
Wherever your future
LEVL LEVEL
is heading, take it to the Engineering & Manufacturing
next level with a T Level!
To register for information and to be
the first to find out more about these
brand-new T Levels, please email
t-levels@crawley.ac.uk
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more information!
crawley.ac.uk/t-levels
32 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 33WHAT OUR
Start your APPRENTICES SAY:
career with an “After I completed my Level 3 Business Administrator
apprenticeship, I decided to further progress my career and
apprenticeship
take on the Level 4 Project Management apprenticeship. During
my apprenticeship, I have really matured as an individual and
I understand what to expect in a professional environment.
An apprenticeship is the best decision I have made and
a step up into my career!”
Chloe Lambourne, Apprenticeship Programme Coordinator
An apprenticeship is a great way to earn money, gain real work at Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
experience and achieve a nationally recognised qualification
in your chosen industry.
“Being married with two children and working full-time means I often
have limited time to progress in my career. So, an apprenticeship was the
best option! I get to work and learn new skills at the same time which has
Rated ‘Outstanding’ Key facts
improved my confidence and performance in the workplace. This has
apprenticeship provider
It’s a real job all resulted in my promotion to Deputy CEO!”
We are recognised by Ofsted for our range
of high-quality apprenticeship training You will be treated just like a regular Rory Massey, Chief Operations Officer and Deputy Chief
programmes delivered by industry experts. employee of the company with a contract Executive Officer at Age UK Portsmouth
of employment, salary and employee
No.1 in Sussex & Hampshire benefits such as holiday and sick leave.
We have the highest achievement rates for There’s no age limit “I started an apprenticeship after I finished university and it
apprenticeships in Sussex and Hampshire, has given me the opportunity to acquire new skills whilst earning
according to government figures*. Anyone over the age of 16 is eligible to
and the flexibility to explore different career options once the
become an apprentice, whether you are
employed, unemployed or leaving school. course finishes. I have learnt so much about digital marketing
‘Apprentices develop key knowledge and what it takes to become a professional in this field. I am
securely and learn how to apply this You can choose from a wide also developing essential workplace skills that will be beneficial,
to their specific job roles’ range of apprenticeships whatever I decide to do after my apprenticeship.”
Ofsted Report, 2020 There are over 75 different apprenticeships Rebekah Waller, Digital Marketing Apprentice
for you to choose from, across a range of at St Barnabas House Worthing
levels, so you can be sure you’re heading
‘Apprentices make strong progress with
towards the right career path for you.
their studies, develop new knowledge and
skills and often achieve to a high level’ How to apply “I applied for an apprenticeship because I wanted to start something
new, learn a trade and get stuck into the industry. PVL have been very
Ofsted Report, 2020 To apply for an apprenticeship or
to find out more information please helpful getting me through the apprenticeship and my college tutor has
contact our apprenticeship team visited me in the workplace to ensure I am supported. When I finish my
‘Employers value greatly the positive by calling 01293 442333 or emailing apprenticeship, I plan to get a permanent job at PVL and continue
impact apprentices’ new skills and apprenticeships@crawley.ac.uk. working in the sign making industry."
knowledge have on their workplace’
You can also check out our website Piers Oliver, Vehicle Technician Apprentice at PVL Ltd
Ofsted Report, 2020 at crawley.ac.uk/apprenticeships
for the latest news and vacancies. *According to National Achievement
Rate Tables published for 2018/19
34 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 35DISCOVER MORE
APPRENTICESHIPS AT OUR
OTHER CAMPUSES
We offer
apprenticeships
Across A range
of job Roles and
levels, including:
Business and Administration Construction Engineering and Manufacturing Legal, Finance and Accounting
Level Level Level Level
Business Administrator 3 Bricklayer 2 Autocare Technician 2 Accounts/Finance Assistant 2
HR Support 3 Carpentry & Joinery 2 Motor Vehicle Service Workplace Pensions
& Maintenance Technician 3 (Administrator or Consultant) 3
HR Consultant/Partner 5 Advanced Carpentry & Joinery 3
General Welder 2 Assistant Accountant 3
Property Maintenance Operative 2
Care Services Plate Welder 3 Professional Accounting/
Installation Electrician/ 4
3 Taxation Technician
Level Maintenance Techician Engineering Operative 2
Adult Care Worker 2 Plumbing & Domestic Engineering Technician 3
Heating Technician 3 Sales, Marketing and Procurement
Lead Adult Care Worker 3 Maintenance & Operations
Gas Engineering Operative Engineering Technician 3 Level
3
Children, Young People and Families
4 Customer Service Practitioner 2
Practitioner (Residential Childcare)
Digital Hair and Beauty Sales Executive 4
Catering and Hospitality Level Level Commercial Procurement & Supply 4
Level Digital Support Technician 3 Hair Professional 2
Commis Chef 2 Transport and Logistics
Education and Childcare Health and Science Level
Level Supply Chain Warehouse Operative 2
Level
Early Years Practitioner 2 Senior Healthcare Support Worker 3
Early Years Educator 3 Dental Nurse 3
Teaching Assistant 3
Learning & Skills Teacher 5 Scan me for
more information!
crawley.ac.uk/
apprenticeships
36 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 37Stay local and further
Your route through
HIGHER higher education
EDUCATION
Graduation | Employment | Professional Course | Postgraduate Course
Top-up BA (Hons) Bachelor of Arts Degree & Higher
3rd year
1 year
Degree BSc (Hons) Bachelor of Science Apprenticeship
A final year that will turn your HND or foundation A package of
degree into a full honours degree work and study,
where you will
A university level qualification can make a huge difference to your gain a university
career prospects. So whether you’re at the start of your journey, level qualification
looking to progress in your career or want to change direction you will HND Higher National Diploma 2 years and hands-on
find what you’re looking for at the Chichester College Group (CCG). experience while
2nd year
A vocational qualification,
2 years
Foundation you earn. Depending
equivalent to the second year Degree on your employer
of a degree. Highly regarded by
they may take
Access to Higher Education Degree-level qualifications employers and can lead straight A vocational
between 3-6 years
to employment or further study qualification
Access courses are designed for adults who Our degree-level qualifications are with a blend
wish to enter higher education courses but awarded by the University of Portsmouth of academic
don’t have the necessary qualifications. This and the University of Chichester, so HNC Higher National Certificate study and
is the perfect opportunity to gain a full level you’ll have the dual benefit of graduating work based
A vocational qualification,
3 qualification to enable you to study at
1st year
from leading universities while staying learning,
1 year
equivalent to the first year of
university level to further your career. local at one of our outstanding colleges. equivalent to
a degree. Highly regarded by
two years of
employers and can lead straight
Access courses offered Across the group, we offer a degree
to employment or further study
across the group*, include: university-level courses* in a
› Animal Management variety of subjects, including:
› Art & Design › Animal Management
A-level, T Level, BTEC or Diploma Access to Higher Education
› Business & Management › Business
2 years
Two year formal qualifications A one year course designed to
1 year
› Computing › Construction
designed to prepare you for further prepare adults to study at university
› Criminology & Forensic Studies › Creative Media study or employment level that do not have formal
› Engineering › Dance qualifications required
› Health & Health Sciences › Digital Computing
› Healthcare Professions › Education
› Humanities › Engineering GCSE
› Nursing & Healthcare Professions › Horticulture
› Science Pathways (Biomedical, › Hospitality & Events
Ecology & Environment, Medicine) › Performing Arts To find out more
› Sport Science › Sport Visit our website to download our Higher Scan me for
Education prospectus: chigroup.ac.uk/ more information!
› Travel & Tourism
*Please note, teaching methods may vary and not higher-education chigroup.ac.uk/
all courses may be offered at all of our campuses. higher-education
Visit our website for more information.
38 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 39Art & Design
Course list
Level
Art, Design and Media
> Level 1 Diploma 1
ART &
Art & Design
2
> Level 2 Diploma
DESIGN “The creative industries are
one of the fastest growing
Art & Design is a hugely varied and competitive field, where you industries in the UK and
can let your creative flair really shine through. Your career could
take you from being a self-employed artist to working as part of could create up to a million
a team at a design house - wherever your imagination takes you. jobs by 2030.”
GOV.UK - 2018
This introduction to Art & Design will
build your artistic confidence and give The path to 100% of our art & design
you the opportunity to work with new your success students said their lessons
materials and techniques. You’ll need
to have a passion for expressing Artist were varied, interesting
yourself through art and want to
explore all aspects of the industry. Buyer and engaging
Through individual and team projects, Curator
*According to our 2021 Student Survey
you’ll build your confidence, explore
Illustrator
new ideas and develop an extensive
artistic portfolio to help you progress Photographer
into further study or employment. Product Designer
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more information!
crawley.ac.uk/
study-courses/study-areas/
art-design-and-media
40 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 41APPRENTICESHIPS ARE
ALSO AVAILABLE. TURN
TO PAGES 34-37 TO Business
FIND OUT MORE
Course list
Level
Skills for Business
> Level 2 Diploma 2
New for 2022! Business
3
> Level 3 T Level
Business
3
Business
> Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma
Business Studies
> Level 3 Access to Higher Education
3
Business
5
> Level 5 Higher National Diploma
If you have the ambition to start your own business, or
you want to work your way to the top of an international “Crawley College was perfect
company, our business study programmes are the for me, because it offered the
perfect introduction to the commercial world. course I really wanted. There
are good facilities for business
With business programmes offered
and the tutors are very helpful.
at Levels 1, 2, 3 and beyond with the The path to The support from Student
potential to progress to an undergraduate your success Services is also great.”
qualification, we’ll find the right course
to start you on the path to success. Sylvanna Vincente-Jones,
Accountant
You’ll take modules in administration, 100% of our business Level 3 Business Student
human resources, finance, marketing Business Advisor
and enterprise, to give you a firm students said their lessons
Buying Procurement
understanding of how organisations and Logistics were varied, interesting
operate in the UK and internationally.
Human Resources Assistant and engaging
International Business *According to our 2021 Student Survey
Marketing, Communication, Scan me for
and Events more information!
Mortgage Advisor crawley.ac.uk/
and Estate Agent study-courses/
study-areas/business
Retail Manager
Sales Executive
42 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 43APPRENTICESHIPS ARE
ALSO AVAILABLE. TURN Construction, Building Services
TO PAGES 34-37 TO
FIND OUT MORE
and Furniture Making
Course list
Level
CONSTRUCTION,
Construction
Employment Skills for Construction
Industries > Level 1 Diploma
1
BUILDING services Employment Skills for Construction
Industries > Level 2 Diploma
2
and FURNITURE
Construction > Level 2 Transition T Level 2
Building Services Engineering
3
> Level 3 T Level
MAKING
Construction and the Built Environment
> Level 3 Foundation Diploma 3
Bricklaying
Bricklaying > Level 1 Diploma 1
Becoming a tradesperson means you’ll always be doing Bricklaying > Level 2 Diploma 2
a job you’re proud of. Not sure what you want to do?
Carpentry & Joinery
You can start with a Level 1 course that lets you try all
of the trades before you decide what to specialise in. Build your future Carpentry & Joinery > Level 1 Diploma 1
Our students are able to benefit from Bench Joinery > Level 2 Diploma 2
a host of hands-on learning, giving Bench Joinery > Level 3 Diploma 3
them the tools they need to get ahead.
You’ll learn in our trade workshops, Site Carpentry > Level 2 Diploma 2
alongside experienced staff on our The path to And they can turn their talent into skills Site Carpentry > Level 3 Diploma 3
highly practical courses. You’ll even your success as they create a portfolio of their work
get a taster of the opportunities in the - as carpentry & joinery student Dane Electrical Installation
construction industry, with site visits Hirst has done.
Bench Joiner Electrical Installation > Level 2 Diploma 2
and work related activities – perfect
for your CV. If you’re ambitious and Bricklayer He’s taken inspiration from different Electrical Installation
countries and applied that to his work, 3
independent you’ll fit right in, and as > Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma
Electrician creating a stunning array of furniture!
a skilled tradesperson or apprentice,
you’ll be exactly what employers Plumber Furniture Making
want. Lots of our students go on to Wood Machining > Level 2 Diploma 2
Roofer
set up and run their own successful
Furniture Making > Level 3 Diploma 3
businesses, while others have started Shop Fitter
their careers at one of the many Site Carpenter “Competitions are a great way Plumbing
housing developments in the
south east of England. Site Manager for students to learn new skills Plumbing Studies > Level 1 Diploma 1
and build their own confidence.” Plumbing Studies > Level 2 Diploma 2
Kieren Barnes, Carpentry & Joinery Student
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more information!
crawley.ac.uk/study-courses/
study-areas/building-
services-and-construction
44 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 crawley.ac.uk 45Creative Media Production
Course list
Creative Creative Media Production
& Technology
> Level 2 Award and Diploma
Level
2
media
Creative Media Production
& Technology 3
> Level 3 Diploma
production
Creative Media Production
> Level 3 Extended Diploma
3
Creative Media Production
> Level 5 Higher National Diploma 5
Digital
2
> Level 2 Transition T Level
Digital Production,
STEM Live Design and Development 3
Creative Media is one of the UK’s biggest and most exciting industries > Level 3 T Level
Our media students led a fantastic live
with a vast array of career options in TV, animation, film, gaming and broadcast celebration of STEM, working
Digital Support Services
3
digital media. You’ll thrive if you’re creative, inquisitive and want to with students in IT and engineering to
> Level 3 T Level
develop high level technical skills. showcase their work! The team of media
students, across all levels, came together
to film and direct the project, testing their
You’ll work on live briefs – from skills to the limit!
photographing college events to creating The path to “I decided on Crawley College
animations, promo videos, using industry- your success because it was recommended
standard equipment and software. From
Photoshop, to AVID and Premiere Pro, to me. The tutors here are
Aerial Camera Assistant
you’ll learn how to use the tools of the excellent and really supportive.
trade, ready to launch into your dream job. Camera Operator
They will stop anything to
Our media courses will enable you to Film Editor
discover and develop the elements of
help you, even if they’ve
Lighting Technician
Digital Media Production that you are most got 50 things to do.”
passionate about. Whether it be digital Photographer
filmmaking, digital photography, animation Radio DJ
Liam Daley, Creative Media Student
or sound design, the course will allow you
to understand the tools, techniques and Recording Studio Operator
theories behind the production of modern Script Writer
and current media content. Access to
professional-standard equipment and TV Presenter
software, working alongside the guidance TV Scheduler
of industry-practicing lecturers, will allow
you not only to practice and develop
industry recognised skills and practices, Scan me for
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make throughout your productions. study-courses/study-areas/
creative-media-production
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