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PROSPECTUS
Full-Time Courses & Apprenticeships
2019 - 2020
Contents Welcome to
STUDYING AT KENDAL COLLEGE
Welcome to Kendal College............................ 3
Kendal College
Creating Bright Futures......................................... 4
What our former students say........................ 5
State-of-the-Art Facilities........................................6-7 I am delighted that you are thinking about coming to Kendal College
Dedicated Study Spaces & for the next phase of your education.
Progression Centre................................................... 8
Student Life.................................................................... 9 We are a modern and forward-thinking Our superb facilities are matched by our
Opportunities to Consider............................10-11 college offering a variety of qualifications, team of staff. You will be taught by experts
Understanding Levels............................................12 and just by considering Kendal College as a who are highly qualified, professional and
Careers Advice...........................................................13 place to study you have already taken the friendly, and are passionate about their
Visit Us..............................................................................14 first step towards a bright future. We have subject and teaching.
Applying to College...............................................15 a lot to offer, so I am sure you will find a
Kendal College is a fantastic place to
course that interests you and the information
AN INTRODUCTION TO OUR learn and study, with a distinctive, prestigious
COURSES & APPRENTICESHIPS you need, to make the next important
and high-quality curriculum offer. We are
Apprenticeships..............................................................16 decision of your educational journey.
a college that learners and staff want to
A-Levels................................................................................18 There is a learning culture here at Kendal come to each day, and where you will enjoy
Access to Higher Education...............................20 College that is evident wherever you go; we being part of a vibrant community. You’ll be
Animal Care....................................................................22 are an aspirational college and expect our expected to work hard, but we are sure that
Applied Sciences.........................................................24 learners to perform above their potential. you will have fun along the way.
Art & Design...................................................................26 We support all of our learners to achieve
I’d like to take this opportunity to personally
Barbering, Hairdressing & Beauty the qualifications they need, alongside the
wish you success and enjoyment in whatever
Therapy...............................................................................28 development of academic, vocational and
you choose. Good luck & very best wishes.
Business & Accounting............................................30 technical skills that employers and universities
Childhood Studies......................................................32 are looking for.
Computing, IT & Software I take great pride in the fact that we offer
Development.................................................................. 34 innovative and engaging courses which are
Construction....................................................................36 delivered in state-of-the-art learning facilities. Kelvin Nash, Principal
Engineering......................................................................38
Film Production & Photography..................... 40
Health & Social Care..............................................42
Hospitality & Catering............................................ 44
Motor Vehicle Maintenance................................46
Music.....................................................................................48
Performing Arts.............................................................50
Production, Theatre & Events.............................52
Sport & Outdoor Adventure............................... 54
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Finding Us.................................................................... 56
Learning Support.....................................................57
FAQs..................................................................................57
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Creating What our former
Bright Futures students say...
Everything we do at the College focuses Last year, 170 students progressed to university
on our students gaining the skills and and our links with employers have provided
experience they need for progression to a fantastic platform for students to secure
Claire Kettlewell, Katherine Walsh,
higher education or employment. higher-level apprenticeships with employers
studied Access to studied Business
including the BBC, NHS and BAE Systems.
Our courses are taught by industry and Higher Education
“In my early 20’s
academic experts, who have worked in the In our last Ofsted inspection, our support
“I’m doing an I decided that I
careers that interest you and/or are qualified for students’ personal development, welfare
occupational wanted to explore
to a high academic level. and behaviour was graded as ‘outstanding’.
therapy degree at other opportunities
This included preparing our students for their
You will receive comprehensive careers the University of with my career.
next step.
advice and guidance to help you make well- Cumbria. I had a placement last year I decided that an apprenticeship involving
informed decisions about your future plans. #CreatingBrightFutures in a paediatric community setting that I customer service and business administration
really enjoyed. I would highly recommend would be the best option for me. I
Kendal College to anyone, whether you’re completed a business apprenticeship at
leaving secondary school, or returning as Kendal College and now work as a Business
a mature student, the support, welcome Support Officer at North Yorkshire County
and environment is fab!” Council, which I love!”
Alastair Speed, Catherine Chant,
studied Engineering studied Childhood
Studies
“I’m now on
the Higher “I’m studying Primary
Apprenticeship Education at York
scheme with BAE St John University.
Systems in Barrow- I have been on
in-Furness, working full-time and studying placement in a school where I did 456
for my HNC at the same time. It’s a hours over the year, and I have loved
3-year scheme, the first two years I’m getting to know the class and teaching
studying for the HNC & HND, and I’ll my first lesson. It is an enriching
“Teachers and assessors provide excellent be going on to the BA Mechanical experience. The placements at Kendal
information, advice and guidance for learners Engineering Degree in the last year. College deepened my understanding of
and apprentices, preparing them exceptionally BAE Systems fund the course, all my how to deal with parents and how to
well for their next steps” SOURCE:
education and extra-curricular tasks,
Ofsted 2017 build up a professional relationship with
and pay me a good salary.” staff and the children.”
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State-of-the-Art Facilities
2011
‘The Box’ dedicated performance
venue opens
The investment never stops at Kendal College. We recognise that to stay Innovative Castle Dairy Restaurant,
at the top of our game, we need to be constantly refreshing and updating Art Gallery & Apprenticeship
our equipment and facilities. In the last 15 years, more than £27 million Academy opens
has been invested in brand new and upgraded College resources.
2014
Pioneering new Animal Rescue
Centre opens
Refurbishment of the Allen Building
(Arts & Media Campus)
New £2.2m Engineering, Science,
Technology & A-Level Centre opens
2017
New £2.5m Wildman Street Studios
opens (Arts & Media Campus)
“Learners and apprentices benefit from
well-resourced and industry-standard
facilities that provide them with good
SOURCE: professional working environments”
Ofsted 2017
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Student Life
There are lots of additional opportunities
for you to benefit from and take part in,
including:
• R
esidential trips & visits in the UK &
abroad e.g. Kenya, Italy, San Francisco
and Morocco to name just a few!
• Work placements in industry
• National competitions & WorldSkills
“Meaningful work
• Part-time courses & additional qualifications experience and
enrichment activities
•S
tudent Governor & Class Rep positions extend opportunities for
(voluntary) learners to develop their
SOURCE:
practical, personal, social
• Student Ambassador positions (paid) Ofsted 2017
and employability skills
extremely effectively”
• Totum Card – student discounts
Dedicated Study Spaces Rowan Morgan, Billy Thompson,
& Progression Centre studied Outdoor
Adventure
studied Computing
“The work
“We visited Scotland experience
for a week kayaking I was able to
There are dedicated spaces for you to on the river Edif complete as
undertake study and research with the and climbed Ben part of my
support of a team of experienced staff in Students of all ages Nevis, and travelled to Morocco to climb course was exceptional. I have
our Learning Centres and University Hub. study with us and Mount Toubkal, the highest mountain in always been fascinated with
North Africa. We had the opportunity computers and had a passion for
These facilities include: it’s a friendly, adult
to take part in the Duke of Edinburgh computer programming. I’m now
• PC zones, Wi-Fi access & study booths environment. There
Award Scheme and gain other sports working as a web designer and
are no uniforms or qualifications such as 2-star Kayaking developer for BFI web agency
•T
he latest academic journals, books, bells and you call award and the Mountain Leadership and I’m an independent mobile
business magazines and newspapers your teachers by (ML) qualification.” app developer.”
• P
rogression centre to support you in their first name.
securing a job or applying for university
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Opportunities Professional and Technical Courses
- UAL Arts Diplomas, BTECs, NVQs etc
to Consider • Full-time (3-5 days) studied over one or two years
• Study subjects related to a general career area e.g.
engineering, sport, film
A-Levels • Combine academic learning with practical experience
• Level 1 to Level 3 qualifications
• Full-time (3-5 days) studied over • Level 3, two year diploma qualifications, are equivalent
two years to 3 A-Levels
• Up to four A-Level subjects can • Progression to university, apprenticeships or employment
be studied as a cluster, or one
A-Level could be combined with
a Professional & Technical course
• Academic and pastoral support
to reach your full potential
• Level 3 qualifications Access Degree-Level Study
• Progression to university, to Higher
apprenticeships or employment
Education · Level 4 to Level 7 qualifications
Diploma · Full-time and part-time options
· HNCs, HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Higher-
Level Apprenticeships and BA Honours
• Full-time (2 days) studied
· Partnerships with the University of Central
over one year
Apprenticeships Lancashire, the University of Cumbria and
• Specifically designed for other Professional Institutions
adults aged 19+ without
• A full-time job with training traditional qualifications
• Earn a wage and receive • A fast track route to
paid holidays university
• Highly valued by employers • Level 3 qualification English
• Available at no cost to the • Student loans are and Maths
apprentice written off when students
If you are aged 16-18 at the start of your
complete a degree
• Level 2 to Level 6 training programme and haven’t achieved a GCSE grade
9–4 (previously grade ‘C’ or above) in English
• Opportunities to progress to
or Maths, then these classes will be compulsory.
higher apprenticeships and
Our tutors will work with you to achieve better
degree-level study
grades, which will help you progress to the next
stage of your education or your chosen career.
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Understanding Useful careers Making the Decision
At Kendal College we understand
websites: that making decisions about your
Levels
future can be challenging, so our
helpful Student Services Team are
always on hand to talk you through
your options.
Start Profile
www.startprofile.com If you have any questions or queries
please contact us:
A free national website that covers
We offer qualifications from Entry all the stages of career planning - hello@kendal.ac.uk
explore your skills & interests, see
Level to Level 7. 01539 814700
Please see individual course information
ENTRY LEVEL suggested careers and find relevant
courses, apprenticeships and jobs
Open Evenings offer a great way
close to where you live.
for entry requirements. If you haven’t any Courses are normally suitable to explore what’s available and
previous experience of a technical area e.g. for people who want to build find the best match for you –
up their personal and study Prospects see page 14 for information.
motor vehicle, hairdressing etc, you may skills, and are a good stepping
need to start on a Level 1 or 2 course to stone to a Level 1 course.
www.prospects.ac.uk/planner Follow our social media pages
gain the basic practical skills first. Answer questions about what you for an insight into the day-to-day
find interesting and they’ll match you activities taking place across both
with job groups containing more than of our campuses:
400 job profiles.
@kendalcollege
National Careers Website
www.nationalcareersservice.
LEVEL 2 LEVEL 1 direct.gov.uk
This site includes a range of job
Courses are normally suitable Courses are normally suitable profiles, employability tools and
for people who have gained 4 for people who have gained careers advice.
GCSEs at Grade 3 and above or 2 GCSEs at Grade 1 and
who want to study a practical/ above or who want to study a
skills based course. A Level 2 practical or skills based course. Apprenticeships
course is equivalent to 5 GSCEs www.getingofar.gov.uk
at Grade 4 and above.
Earn while you learn with an
apprenticeship.
Volunteering
www.do-it.org
A national search engine.
LEVEL 3 Volunteering is a great way to
discover what you like and don’t
Courses are normally suitable for
people who have either completed
LEVELS like doing. It also gives you valuable
work experience which looks
a Level 2 practical/skills-based
course and want to progress or
4, 5, 6 & 7 fantastic on your CV. If you can’t find
what you are looking for, contact
have gained 5 GCSEs at Grade Courses are degree-level employers directly.
4 and above and want a course and postgraduate courses.
with some academic learning Students will need to have
e.g. A-Levels or a Professional & completed a Level 3
Technical course that is equivalent qualification to progress
to 3 A-Levels. on to the level 4 courses.
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Visit Us Applying to College
Meet our staff & students, explore our
facilities and see if College is for you!
For more information and to register for our events
Full-Time Courses
visit www.kendal.ac.uk/visit. If you are unable to
Complete an application form online at
attend, we can organise an alternative time for you
www.kendal.ac.uk/apply
to visit the College. Please contact us to arrange this.
or contact us on 01539 814700 or email
hello@kendal.ac.uk for a printed copy.
Many of our courses are very popular so
Open Evenings we advise you to apply as soon as possible.
Open Evenings at Kendal College
enable you to see first-hand what
opportunities are available to you.
Apprenticeships
Drop in anytime between 4.30pm – 7pm Read more about apprenticeships
and complete the contact form at
Thursday 6th December 2018
SkillsFest www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
South Lakes
Thursday 7th February 2019
Saturday 17th November 2018,
10am - 3pm at Kendal College
Thursday 28th March 2019
What Happens Next
Meet employers, universities and
training providers and discover the We will invite you to come and see us at
Thursday 20th June 2019 range of opportunities available! the College for an ‘Admissions Event’. There
will be a short presentation where you can
find out more about the College, and you
will meet a member of the curriculum team
to talk about the course or apprenticeship
and determine whether it is right for you.
Summer Advice Days Full-time courses start in September and
apprenticeships start throughout the year. DID YOU KNOW?
You may be invited into College prior
We are open throughout the summer for to this to complete essential paperwork, IF YOU ARE UNDER 19,
information and advice. Our tutors are organise transport and finalise other course THE COLLEGE WILL SUPPORT
requirements before you officially become YOU TO ATTAIN A GCSE IN
available on designated ‘Course Advice a College student!
ENGLISH & MATHS
Days’. See our website for dates and
more information.
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Apprentice Story
“Apprentice
I am a Mechanical Engineering
with Gilkes. I have gained
a Level 2 & 3 qualification whilst being
paid a full-time wage. I am now
studying a HNC, a Level 4 course, and
as long as I work for Gilkes for 5 years,
they will pay for my degree so I won’t
have any debt. Gilkes manufacture
engine cooling pumps and design Apprenticeships are available in:
Apprenticeships
hydro turbines. The work is practical, Accounting (AAT), Animal Care,
hands-on and I’m experiencing Business Administration, Customer
all parts of the company e.g. Service, Childcare, Teaching, Learning
manufacturing, commissioning, design, & Assessment, Computing, Construction
sales. I’m discovering what I like and and the Built Environment, Engineering,
An apprenticeship is a full-time job with what I’m good at. I’m really looking
THERE ARE ON AVERAGE Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy &
training. There has never been a better
23,000
forward to working with the hydro team Complementary Therapies, Health &
time to consider a career as an apprentice. – they work all around the world and Social Care, Hospitality, Motor Vehicle,
“
We work with over 400 small and large sustainable power is the future!
APPRENTICESHIP Sciences, Sport & Outdoor Adventure,
employers who are keen to invest in people
OPPORTUNITIES ON THE Team Leading & Management
and provide on-the-job training. Emily Campbell
“FIND AN APPRENTICESHIP”
Key benefits of being an apprentice include; WEBSITE EVERY MONTH
gaining job-specific skills, working alongside
experienced staff, earning a salary, getting Apprentice Story management. The best things about working for
paid holidays, and receiving training to
enhance your career. 431,300 “ I work for the NHS. I
completed my Level 3
the University Hospitals Morecambe Bay Trust
is that I work across all the sites and regularly
Apprenticeships are open to people of
PEOPLE BEGAN THEIR travel to Lancaster, Kendal and Barrow. I learn
APPRENTICESHIP LAST YEAR Business Administration so many different things daily – there is always
all ages; from 16-year-old school leavers
Apprenticeship last year something new to keep me busy. I especially
to working-age professionals who want
and will be starting the enjoy working with people from different
to progress in their workplace or change
92%
Level 4 soon. My job cultures and backgrounds and being part of
their career.
Apprentices receive regular monitoring and OF APPRENTICES SAY THEIR
includes working with
doctors to support their
a team who have one shared goal.
Jenson Moon
“
support from our dedicated and experienced CAREER PROSPECTS HAVE work as well as events
team of specialist trainers. IMPROVED AS A RESULT OF
BEING AN APPRENTICE
Apprenticeships are offered from Level 2 Find out more:
to Level 6 (degree-level study).
*Source: gov.uk visit www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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Meet Our Tutors
“at the
I studied a degree in economics
University of Birmingham before
joining PricewaterhouseCoopers as
a graduate. I then worked as a
A-Levels
chartered accountant for brands
such as Jaguar, Ford and GAP.
When I moved to the Lake District,
I retrained as a teacher to fulfil a
life-long desire to work with young
A-Level students typically choose three people. I now teach A-Level Business
subjects and those with very high entry Subjects Available: and A-Level Economics, which allows
qualifications may apply to study four. me to share my knowledge and
• Accounting • Geography
An Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) may
be undertaken as part of your A-Level studies
• Art & Design • History
experiences.
Sinéad Kay
“
• Biology • Law
to help showcase your academic skills for
• Business • Mathematics
university applications. An A-Level can also
• Chemistry • Music
be combined with a Level 3 Professional &
Technical course, e.g. Engineering with A-Level • Computing • Philosophy
Maths (equivalent to four A-Levels). • Dance • Photography Student Story
• Economics • Physics
Our students have progressed on to
a variety of Russell Group Universities,
• English Language
• English Literature
• Politics
• Psychology
“ The teaching style is really effective, and I love the flexibility,
facilities and expertise at the College. So far, I’ve had the
full-time employment and higher-level
• French • Sociology opportunity to take part in extra-curricular activities and go on
apprenticeships. We also have experience
• Further Maths trips. I’m hoping to study a law-related course at university to
of preparing students for Oxbridge
applications. Recent A-level students
pursue a career in either law or politics.
“
100%
Nate Walker
have gone on to study Law at Lancaster
University, Physics at Leeds University,
Teacher Training at the University of Cumbria
and Chemical Engineering at Manchester
OF STUDENTS PASSED
University. Find out more:
IN 2018, WITH 83%
ACHIEVING A*-C visit www.kendal.ac.uk/alevels
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“teaching
I have worked in science and
for 30 years and feel
privileged to help students realise
their ambition to go to university and
Access to Higher Education on to professional careers. Science is
a wonderful way of understanding
the world and the simple
disciplines of observing, questioning,
It’s never too late! Our courses are
specifically designed for adults aged 19 Courses Available: experimenting and the willingness to
change our minds. Science helps us
and over returning to study, either after a
break or as part of a career change. They HEALTH & HUMAN to solve just about every problem
offer a proven and successful route on to
university study.
SCIENCES PATHWAY
we face.
“
Steve Richardson
Level 3 (1 year)
The Health & Human Sciences Pathway is
a stepping stone to all branches of nursing,
paramedic science, occupational therapy, SCIENCE PATHWAY
social work, nutrition, physiotherapy, forensic Level 3 (1 year) Student Story
psychology and more. The Science Pathway
can lead on to careers such as engineering,
marine biology, microbiology and nuclear
HUMANITIES PATHWAY “ You don’t realise your potential until you have started the
course. The tutors have shown us we can do it and we are good
Level 3 (1 year)
physics. We are excited to launch a new at it. After this course, I’m going to London to be a Paramedic at
Humanities Pathway in 2019. St. George’s Hospital.
Graeme Bainbridge
“
The courses build confidence and will give An Advanced Learner Loan is available to
you specialist knowledge and study skills to cover the course fee and Student Finance
provide entry into a range of universities. England will ‘write off’ the loan once you
complete a higher education course, so
Over the last 3 years, 85% of our students you won’t have to repay it. There is also
progressed on to their first choice university a Bursary Fund that provides additional
within a year of completing the course.
financial support for students living in low- Find out more:
income households. This can help pay for
things like childcare and transport. visit www.kendal.ac.uk/access
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“yearsIt’s ofwonderful to share my 30
industry knowledge with
what will be the next generation of
animal carers. For our students, no
day is ever the same with each one
bringing a new challenge and the
opportunity to work with a large
Animal Care
variety of animals
LISBETH TUCKEY
“
Kendal College is the first college in THE ANIMAL CARE
Courses Available: INDUSTRY IS WORTH
£1BN
the UK to have an Animal Rescue &
Rehabilitation Centre alongside its
teaching department. ANIMAL CARE
Facilities include an intensive care and Level 2 (1 year)
TO THE UK ECONOMY
treatment room, with industry standard
ANIMAL
*SOURCE: LANTRA
surgical equipment and digital x-ray facilities,
which provide the highest level of care for
animals and the best possible practical
MANAGEMENT
learning environment for students. Courses
Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to
3 A-Levels
Student Story
are headed up by experienced staff with
backgrounds in veterinary science, marine
biology and animal behaviour.
Option to ‘Add an A-Level’, e.g.
Animal Management with A-Level
“ I like the ARC facilities, it’s a mini rescue centre. We learn to
handle the animals properly which increases your confidence; I
Biology or Chemistry (equivalent to would never have touched a tarantula before but I would now.
Our students have progressed on to a
4 A-Levels) I’m looking forward to watching operations on the animals and
variety of courses after college including
Ask us about apprenticeships I am hoping to get a job as an Animal Welfare Officer after
zoology, ecology and veterinary medicine.
Employment and apprentice opportunities in this area or visit:
www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
college or go to university.
Hannah Short
“
include veterinary nursing, laboratory and
ecological work, or pursuing animal-related Degree-level programmes
roles in the police, retail and agricultural are also available including
industries. the Foundation Degree in Find out more:
British Animal Management
and Wildlife Rehabilitation visit www.kendal.ac.uk/animalcare
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“throughout
I have worked with offenders
my career and am
passionate about passing the
knowledge I have learnt onto the
next generation of forensic scientists,
Applied Sciences crime scene investigators, police
officers and anthropologists. I have
degrees in criminology and forensic
science, and I ensure learners
Our students benefit from learning in are presented with current cases,
a purpose-built scientific laboratory Courses Available: subjects and legislation to prepare
complete with state-of-the-art IT facilities. them to progress on to university,
“
Medical Science students develop
practical laboratory skills that will be MEDICAL SCIENCE apprenticeships or employment.
vital for their future, and Forensic Science Level 3 Sarah Spibey
students study current affairs and the most
groundbreaking forensic techniques.
Often a stepping stone to university, our FORENSIC SCIENCE
Medical Science students progress on to Level 3 Student Story
degrees in radiography, pharmaceuticals,
biomedicine and chemical engineering.
Our Forensic Science students progress on
to degrees in psychology, criminology and
Both courses are 2 years and
equivalent to 3 A-Levels
“ Forensic Science is really interesting and covers a lot – my
favourite subject is criminology and I would like to do this at
forensic anthropology, and a variety of university after college. All the tutors are supportive, I would
Option to ‘Add an A-Level’, e.g. definitely go to them if I needed help. I am very glad I made
careers within the police and community
services. Medical Science with A-Level
Biology or Forensic Science
this decision.
Jamie Howell
“
with A-Level Psychology or
THE SCIENCE INDUSTRY HAS
Law (equivalent to 4 A-Levels)
5.8M EMPLOYEES
EQUATING TO 20% Ask us about apprenticeships
OF THE UK WORKFORCE in this area or visit: Find out more:
*SOURCE: SCIENCE COUNCIL www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships visit www.kendal.ac.uk/sciences
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“University
I studied Visual Arts at the
of Wales and have worked
in galleries, design studios and
theatres all over Europe. I moderate
for University of the Arts London and
train teachers across the country. My
goal in teaching is to nurture every
Art & Design
student to reach their full potential
and achieve their aims for whatever
direction they may choose.
Sorrel Sratford
“
The Arts & Media Campus at Kendal
College is widely respected and has an Courses Available:
excellent record of producing talented ONE-IN-EIGHT THERE ARE OVER
and successful creative students. Our UK BUSINESSES THREE MILLION
passionate tutors have a wealth of
ART & DESIGN OPERATE IN CREATIVE JOB
Level 2 (1 year) THE CREATIVE
experience, strong industry links and ROLES IN
teach all the latest techniques in a SECTOR THE UK
vibrant environment.
ART & DESIGN
Facilities include Mac suites with the latest Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to
software, specialist print, textiles and 3D
3 A-Levels Student Story
workshops, a photographic studio and
darkroom, and multidisciplinary spaces.
The new Wildman Street Studios house a
professional gallery space that is open to
ART & DESIGN “ The facilities at Kendal College really impressed me. There is a
lot of practical space and a huge range of equipment. The course
the public.
FOUNDATION, is really varied too. One week I will be drawing and the next
pre-degree course (1 year) printmaking or working on a ceramics project. I organised an
Our students achieve places at top exhibition with a local artist while on work placement which
“
universities such as London College of I am really proud of.
Fashion, Goldsmiths University of London, Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g. Art & Marta Zawadzki
The Royal School of Needlework Hampton Design with A-Level English Literature
Court, University of the Arts London, and (equivalent to 4 A-Levels)
the Glasgow School of Art. They progress
You may also be interested in our
on to a variety of careers in fine art, textiles
Photography & Film Level 2 course.
Find out more:
and fashion, product design, photography,
graphic design, illustration and animation.
See page 40 for information. visit www.kendal.ac.uk/artdesign
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“I loveI owned a salon for 15 years and
passing my knowledge to
others. It’s an exciting time for the
industry, with an increased demand
for hi-tech treatments like IPL and
microdermabrasion, which offer
opportunities for students to progress
on to advanced qualifications.
Alysia Parkin
“
Barbering, Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy
THERE ARE OVER
Our students benefit from hands-on
learning in the College’s own commercial Courses Available:
40,000
HAIR AND BEAUTY BUSINESSES
salon, The Retreat. The College is well IN THE UK WITH A
respected in the area for producing high- HAIRDRESSING COMBINED TURNOVER OF
quality professionals who are proficient
in using industry standard facilities and
Level 2 and Level 3
£7BN
equipment and understanding the day-to- BARBERING *SOURCE: NHF & HABIA
day running of a busy salon environment. Level 2 and Level 3
Opportunities are not limited to working in BEAUTY THERAPY Student Story
salons or renting chairs on a self-employed Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3
basis. Many of our students have gone
on to work for major employers in the
travel and tourism trade including Center
BEAUTY MAKE-UP
Level 2 and Level 3
“ Massage, facial electrics and hot stones are covered in Level 3.
We have guest speakers and will be going to visit a high-end spa in
Parcs, luxury hotel groups, and cruise ship Harrogate to try some of the treatments. I hope to work in massage
ADVANCED BEAUTY
operators. It is also possible to progress
on to higher-level study in areas like salon TECHNIQUES
therapy in a spa in the Lake District when the course ends.
Sophie Adams
“
management and advanced treatments. Level 4
All the above courses are 1 year
1/5 Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g.
Hairdressing with A-Level Business
SECTOR EMPLOYERS HAVE
VACANCIES THEY WANT TO FILL Ask us about apprenticeships Find out more:
in this area or visit:
*SOURCE: NHF & HABIA visit www.kendal.ac.uk/hairbeauty
www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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“beingI caught the teaching bug after
invited into College as a guest
speaker while employed by Thomas
Cook in a managerial role. I also
Business & Accounting
worked for the North Lakes Hotel
Group and have a Master’s degree in
Tourism Management. I teach a range
of topics up to Level 5, which allows
Business is one of the most diverse me to share my experiences and
course areas, with our students going
on to successful careers in a wide range
Courses Available: knowledge with learners.
Beverley Davis
“
of areas including management, retail,
accountancy, sales and marketing. Our BUSINESS
OVER 99%
tutors have worldwide industry experience Level 2 (1 year)
and deliver courses that are practical and
relevant to today’s fast-changing business OF THE 5.5 MILLION UK BUSINESSES
world. Work placements, talks from ARE SMALL TO MEDIUM-SIZED
industry experts and visits to London and BUSINESS ENTERPRISES (SMES)
international destinations are key parts of Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to *SOURCE: PROSPECTS
the study programmes. 3 A-Levels
The pathways offered enable students to
make progression choices that are right for Student Story
them. These include setting up their own Option to ‘Add an A-Level’
e.g. Business with A-Level Law,
“
businesses, both physically and online, and
I prefer the freedom of College, meeting new people, and
gaining apprenticeships with some high Accounting or Economics
being in a more relaxed atmosphere. There is a lot of work, but
profile companies such as BAE Systems (equivalent to 3 or 4 A-Levels) it is enjoyable. We went to a business conference in Paris which
and Leonardo.
Ask us about apprenticeships was really good, and the course is helping me to decide what to
University is always a popular pathway
choice that our students make. The
in this area or visit: choose for university.
Mike McGlynn
“
www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
excellent reputation of the Business School
has supported progression into excellent Degree-level programmes
universities such as Lancaster, Leeds and are also available including
Manchester, on to courses ranging from the HND in Business Find out more:
business management, law & politics to
fashion retail. visit www.kendal.ac.uk/business
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“andI worked at Natland Pre-School
a variety of early year settings
for 10 years before completing the
Childhood Studies
Foundation Degree at Kendal College,
the BA (Hons) at UCLAN and then
training to teach. Being able to train
the next generation of early years and
primary practitioners puts us as tutors
Our tutors are all ex-industry
professionals with extensive
experience. They have built up
Courses Available: in a very privileged position.
“
Lorraine Howie
excellent links with employers
including schools, nurseries and VOCATIONAL STUDIES
84%
children’s centres. The courses Level 1 (1 year)
focus strongly on work placements
to develop first-hand experience EXPLORING THE OF CHILDCARE PROVIDERS
and much-needed practical skills. SAY THEY FIND IT HARD TO
Classroom work is varied and CARING SECTORS FILL JOB VACANCIES
mirrors true working environments, Level 1 (1 year)
*SOURCE: NURSERY WORLD
such as primary classrooms which
are used when local school children CHILDHOOD STUDIES
visit the College.
Childhood Studies courses lead to
Level 2 (1 year)
Student Story
careers in teaching, health, social CHILDHOOD STUDIES
and youth work, counselling, early
years and paediatric nursing. Our
Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to “ The work is varied and includes visits to schools, trips and weekly
work placements. It’s eye-opening how much you learn from the
3 A-Levels practical sessions. My future options include a teaching degree at
students progress on to a wide range
of degree programmes including university or an au pairing opportunity in America that I found through
Ask us about apprenticeships
our degree in Children, Schools and College. I would 100% recommend this course especially to males,
“
Families as well as a range of courses in this area or visit: as there is a huge demand for male teachers at the moment.
at Edge Hill, York, Manchester and www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
Ed Crisp
Leeds. The course equips students with
Degree-level programmes are also
the necessary skills and experience to
progress straight into employment or available including the Foundation
pursue apprenticeship opportunities. Degree and BA (Hons) Top Up in Find out more:
Children, Schools and Families.
visit www.kendal.ac.uk/childhood
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“andI graduated in computer science
worked as an engineer, fixing
hardware and networking, for a
telephonics company. The ever-
Computing, IT & Software Development changing world of technology is an
enjoyable challenge. Computing is
no longer a standalone subject; it is
integral to the way most of society
Our facilities promote independent
learning in a professional environment. Courses Available: now functions. On these computing
courses, students will develop the
Learners use dual monitor, high-end
problem-solving skills needed for
workstations, loaded with the latest
commercial software, for event driven IT (SOFTWARE the industry.
“
and procedural programming, web DEVELOPMENT) Dee Mackenzie-Eley
design, graphics, and animation. Level 3
Computer systems and architecture,
including mobile platforms, are also
explored, and there is a range of CREATIVE MEDIA Student Story
desktop and server components for & GAMES DESIGN
“
practicing assembly and fault finding. Level 3 We have visited the European Gaming Expo and had industry
A computing course is the perfect stepping talks, which are great opportunities to update our knowledge. I
stone to careers and degree courses have had really good support from the Learning Services team,
Both courses are 2 years and
in areas such as software engineering,
digital game design, web programming,
equivalent to 3 A-Levels
Hannah Roberts
“
and I feel it is an exceptional learning environment.
information technologies or systems Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g.
analysis. Careers in these fields offer Computing with A-Level Maths
rich opportunities for talented students, (equivalent to 4 A-Levels)
whether you want to work for a cutting-
edge developer, make strides in Ask us about apprenticeships
cybersecurity or design web-based in this area or visit: Find out more:
business solutions. www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships visit www.kendal.ac.uk/computing
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“almost
As an Approved Electrician with
30 years’ experience in the
industry I have held some interesting
and varied positions, from electrical
apprentice to the project manager
on large industrial installations. Being
Construction an electrician gives you the ultimate
flexibility in life. It gives you the
opportunity to work away from home
or even abroad. You can wire new
The Construction industry is houses, fit out new shops, maintain
growing fast, with a wide range of Courses Available: systems in a factory, run your own
job opportunities in the ‘trades’, business and more…. the sky is the
and careers in site and project MULTISKILLS limit and the money is nearly
management for those who
want to go further. With huge
Level 1 always good.
Nick Whiteley
“
UK projects on the horizon such CARPENTRY & JOINERY
as HS2 and the home building Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3
boom, jobs are plentiful after
training at College. Our students ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS Student Story
have recently gained employment Level 2 and Level 3
“
with local, and national firms
I am enjoying Bench Joinery. There is a good mix of practical
including Russell Armer, Barratt PLUMBING and theory and I am learning all the time. There is more freedom
Developments and Storey Homes. Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 than school and you get treated like an adult. I now have an offer
Many students also undertake
apprenticeships after training at BRICKWORK “
of a full-time job as a result of my work experience.
Level 1 and Level 2 Callum Atherton
College full-time, and some progress
to higher-level studies including
foundation degrees in building All courses are 1 year. Option to ‘Add an
studies, building engineering and A-Level’ e.g. Joinery with A-Level Maths
construction management.
Ask us about apprenticeships in this area Find out more:
or visit: www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
visit www.kendal.ac.uk/construction
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“andI worked in both engineering
construction industries before
pursuing a career in teaching.
Engineering
Courses at Kendal College are
fun, fast and friendly. It’s extremely
rewarding to see students progress
through the course, gaining new
found confidence and knowledge.
Our flagship £2.2m Engineering, AN ADDITIONAL
Courses Available:
182,000
My advice to anyone is to come
Science & Technology Centre houses
and see our facilities and meet
CNC machines, numerous manual
our tutors yourself; we offer open
lathes, 3D printers, the latest CAD ENGINEERING EMPLOYEES
suite systems and much more. Our
ENGINEERING evenings throughout the year.
“ WILL BE NEEDED EACH
tutors have a wealth of experience TECHNOLOGY Nick Evanson YEAR UNTIL 2022
in the industry and organise guest Level 2 (1 year) *SOURCE: ENGINEERING UK
speakers and trips to engineering
firms in the UK and abroad. ENGINEERING
There are over 20,000 different job TECHNOLOGY Student Story
opportunities in the engineering Level 3 (2 years)
industry, so following a career in
“ The equipment is very good and really interesting to use.
this field could take you down
any number of paths. Many of our
ENGINEERING SCIENCE We have loads of different machines, like the robot arm, and we
learn how to use them safely. I’ve enjoyed the independence and
Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to
students go on to higher-level study, responsibility for your own learning, and I am hoping to progress
3 A-Levels
attaining degrees in subjects such as
mechatronics, energy, motorsports, Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g. Engineering
to a higher apprenticeship.
Jack Smith
“
and aeronautics. Just as many secure with A-Level Maths (equivalent to 4 A-Levels)
apprenticeships with local and
Ask us about apprenticeships in this area
national employers including Gilkes
or visit: www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
and BAE Systems, or go on to study
our Higher National Certificate (HNC). Degree-level programmes are available Find out more:
including the HNC in Engineering visit www.kendal.ac.uk/engineering
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“productions
I was a camera operator on
for the BBC, ITV, Channel
Film Production & Photography 4, Sky and MTV throughout the UK
and in Europe, Mauritius and Australia.
Since moving to the Lakes, I’ve
Film Production & Photography is a key continued to make films for a range
part of Kendal College’s Arts & Media Courses Available: of companies. There is no other art
Campus. Our tutors have an enviable form that can transform an audience
as powerfully as film, and it’s the most
background working in the industry and PHOTOGRAPHY & FILM
continue to work as freelance filmmakers
and photographers, enabling our students
Level 2 (1 year)
rewarding career I know.
Simon Sylvester
“
to learn from the best. Our Mac studios
have all the latest software and you will FILM PRODUCTION
be taught how to use a variety of cameras Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to
and film equipment. 3 A-Levels Student Story
This area is a particularly powerful,
incredibly exciting and inspiring career
choice. Career opportunities include film
ART & DESIGN “ Film Production is always very hands-on and productive, so at the
end of the day, we have made something we can be proud of. It’s a
editing, cinematography, directing, sound
FOUNDATION very supportive atmosphere with quality feedback from students and
(PHOTOGRAPHY)
recording, becoming a freelance press tutors. I did my work experience at Lakeland in Windermere filming
and photojournalist and many more. Our pre-degree course (1 year) a training video and am considering Manchester Film School for
students progress on to a wide range of
university degrees, apprenticeships and self- Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g.
screenwriting after this course.
AbbieJo Lester
“
employment. Film Production with A-Level English
Literature (equivalent to 4 A-Levels)
Our Art & Design courses also Find out more:
include photography.
visit www.kendal.ac.uk/filmphoto
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“andI trained as a nurse in the NHS
then joined the Army. I have
worked in various settings including
Health & Social Care
A&E and operating theatres before
becoming a lecturer. I consider myself
to be in a privileged position to
support students to start their careers
Our courses strongly focus on work in this fascinating, unpredictable, but
placements to develop first-hand experience
and broaden students’ understanding
Courses Available: rewarding sector.
Debbie Kavanagh
“
of health services. Classroom work is
EXPLORING THE CARING
varied and exciting, and our tutors are
SECTORS AT ANY ONE TIME, 1/11 JOB
all ex-industry professionals with extensive
Level 1 (1 year) VACANCIES ARE UNFILLED IN
experience in the sector.
THE NHS, WITH A FURTHER
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
800,000
With an increasing population, there is
a significant demand for more people to Level 2 (1 year)
enter the industry. Courses open up a wide IN SOCIAL CARE
and varied range of job opportunities - from
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
*SOURCE: THE GUARDIAN
nurses, midwives and physiotherapists, to Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to
care and social workers, psychologists and 3 A-Levels
counsellors employed by the NHS, local
authorities, charities and schools.
HEALTH & SOCIAL Student Story
CARE NHS CADETS
“
We have a strong partnership with the NHS Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to College is a relaxed atmosphere and friendly; the tutors are very
Morecambe Bay Trust, delivering the Cadet 3 A-Levels
supportive and approachable. There is a lot of work but if you apply
Programme, which involves significant hospital Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g. yourself and manage your time well, you can do it. We’ve learnt about
experience at Furness General or the Royal Health & Social Care with A-Level health & body systems e.g. how the respiratory system works, as well as
Lancaster Infirmary. Psychology (equivalent to 4 A-Levels) studying social modules e.g. how to tackle difficult situations and calm
Our students progress on to a variety of Ask us about apprenticeships people down. Next year we’ll also have work placements. I am progressing
degree programmes, apprenticeships and full-
time employment. Lancaster University, Kings
in this area or visit:
www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships Jason Taylor
“
on to Level 3 and then hope to study mental health nursing at university.
College London and Northumbria University Degree-level programmes are
are just some of the destinations of our former also available including the
students, who are now studying a variety of Foundation Degree in Health
Find out more:
degrees including psychology, social work and & Social Care visit www.kendal.ac.uk/healthsocial
all strands of nursing.
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“in theI have over 20 years’ experience
Hospitality & Catering hospitality industry and have
gained valuable experience as a
Head Chef all over Scotland and
Our experienced tutors regularly host Northern England, including working
and support high-profile functions and Courses Available: at AA Red Rosette Level for seven
events at the College, which gives our years. We’re a college at the top of
students the confidence and experience PROFESSIONAL COOKERY our game, hosting key events for up
to carry forward to their future careers. Level 1 and Level 2 (1 year) to 200 guests with food prepared
You will gain valuable experience in and served by students. We deliver
our fine-dining restaurant, which is FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE the high-quality training required to
“
open to the public for lunches and Level 2 (1 year)
progress into the workplace.
dinner, as well as through external
work placements. The College has an PROFESSIONAL COOKERY: PATISSERIE Richard Axford
unrivalled reputation for delivering Level 3 (1 year)
some of the most talented chefs,
front of house managers and industry PROFESSIONAL COOKERY: MULTISKILL
Level 3 (1 year)
professionals in the UK.
Student Story
HOSPITALITY SUPERVISION &
“Kendal College, home to one of the LEADERSHIP
most influential cooking courses in the
country” Jay Rayner
Level 3 (1 year) “ I was expecting college to be quite stressful, but I’ve found it
to be much more chilled, friendly and relaxed. I really enjoy being
HOSPITALITY, EVENTS & LEADERSHIP able to get practical experience in the college kitchens and being
Thanks to the location of the College in Level 3 (2 years), equivalent to 3 A-Levels involved in major dining events like the Cumbria Life Awards. After
one of the country’s most popular tourist my course, my aim is to work full-time, then study to become a Sushi
“
destinations, there is no shortage of Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g. Hospitality,
Chef in Japan.
career opportunities. Our students have Events & Leadership with A-Level Business
(equivalent to 4 A-Levels) Edlie Syamsul
progressed on to a wide range of roles
in some of the most prestigious venues in Ask us about apprenticeships in this area
the country, including Forest Side Hotel, or visit: www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
L’Enclume and The Samling Hotel.
Degree-level programmes are also available Find out more:
including the HND in Hospitality Management
visit www.kendal.ac.uk/hospitality
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Motor Vehicle Maintenance “fromI was an apprentice straight
school, so I can really relate
to the vocational study route in
practical careers such as this one.
Facilities in the Motor Vehicle Workshop A hands-on learning experience
are industry standard, including the latest Courses Available: is immensely valuable when you
diagnostic equipment. The workshop are working with anything motor
provides a range of vehicle repair services
to College staff, thus giving you real-
MOTOR VEHICLE related.
“
life experiences and daily challenges to MAINTENANCE Craig Brook
expand your learning and development. Level 1 and Level 2
There is also the opportunity to work Both courses are 1 year
on renovation projects, such as on the
College’s resident Lotus Éclat. All students
take part in a work placement with a local
Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g.
Motor Vehicle with A-Level Business
Student Story
business.
Careers in the motor trade can be very
Ask us about apprenticeships
in this area or visit: “ I have always been interested in cars and have worked on
the Lotus Classic Car and a VW powered trike. At the Classic Car
varied, so you have the chance to be www.kendal.ac.uk/apprenticeships
Show, we were involved in marshalling and took photos of the
at the forefront of an evolving and
cars on display which was fun. My next step is an apprenticeship
dynamic industry. Our students progress
on to apprenticeships with national and THE UK AUTOMOTIVE
at a garage.
Ella Beevers
“
international car dealerships, and some INDUSTRY TURNED OVER
have gone on to successfully running their £21.1BN LAST YEAR, EMPLOYING
own garages and even building Harley
Davidson motorcycles in Canada. 345,600
PEOPLE AND SERVICING Find out more:
30M VEHICLES
*SOURCE: AUTOMOTIVE COUNCIL & SMMT
visit www.kendal.ac.uk/motorvehicle
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“filmI and
specialise in writing music for
TV and have performed
extensively as a musician for many
years within a variety of ensembles
Music as a pianist and bassist, including
touring and recording in Nashville
in the famous ‘Carport’ studios with
Russ Long. The key ingredient to
Our Music Department provides the being successful in any career is to
ideal balance of music performance and Courses Available: enjoy it. It’s very rewarding to see
technology. Whether you’re a budding students develop and grow their
songwriter, instrumentalist, vocalist, an
MUSIC confidence. The creativity of students
aspiring live sound engineer, Kendal
College’s industry-trained professionals will
Level 2 (1 year)
never ceases to amaze me..
Geoff Orr
“
help you on your path.
Many of our students progress on to
MUSIC
higher education courses at the College Level 3 (2 years) equivalent to
and around the country, such as LIPA, 3 A-Levels Student Story
London College of Music, Leeds and BIMM
Option to ‘Add an A-Level’ e.g.
“
(Manchester). Our students study a wide
The level of independence here lets you express yourself which is
range of subjects including performance, Music with A-Level English Literature
a very important thing in music. It’s a great experience performing
events management, music technology, (equivalent to 4 A-Levels)
theatre, journalism, composition, teaching, in front of a lot of people at the college gigs which are really
music therapy and psychology. We have a Degree-level programmes professionally done. Another great opportunity is having a professional
reputation for producing raw musical talent
with many past students achieving national
are also available including
the HND in Music
recording studio that you can use at any time for free.
Sebastian Harper
“
and international success.
MUSIC CONTRIBUTED £4.4BN TO THE UK ECONOMY IN 2016, EMPLOYING
142,208 Find out more:
visit www.kendal.ac.uk/music
PEOPLE ACROSS THE SECTOR. *SOURCE: UK MUSIC
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