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OPEN EVENTS SEPTEMBER 2019 > Late Enrolment & Open Event Wednesday 25th, 4.30pm - 7.30pm

NOVEMBER 2019 > Open Event Wednesday 6th, 4.30pm - 7.30pm

FEBRUARY 2020 > Open Event Wednesday 5th, 4.30pm - 7.30pm

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Stockport College Prospectus

CONTENTS

CAREERS NOT COURSES

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ART, DESIGN, GRAPHICS & PHOTOGRAPHY

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WHAT WE’VE GOT TO OFFER

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BEAUTY THERAPIES

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STUDENT LIFE

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BUSINESS

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LIBRARY+

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CHILDCARE

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PERFORMING ARTS

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COMPUTING

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YOUR STUDY PROGRAMME

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CONSTRUCTION TRADES

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WORK EXPERIENCE & EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

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CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUR CAREER

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ENGINEERING

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ENTRY CRITERIA

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HAIRDRESSING & MEDIA MAKE-UP

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FOUNDATION LEARNING

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HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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GCSE FULL-TIME PROGRAMME

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MOTOR VEHICLE

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ESOL

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SCIENCE

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THE COLLEGE COMMUNITY

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SPORT

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LEARNING SUPPORT

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TOURISM & AVIATION

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UNIFORMED SERVICES

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UNIVERSITY CENTRE

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APPRENTICESHIPS

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CAREERS NOT COURSES > Want to find a college where you fit in? > A place where you feel comfortable? > A place where staff and tutors have your best interests at heart? > At Stockport College, you’ll find just that!

We are proud that our students find us to be caring, friendly and totally focused on you.

We’re also focused on your results. College is about learning new skills, getting ready for work and your future. We care about finding out what you’re really good at and supporting you to excel at every step of the way. We’re completely focused on YOUR future.

We can help whether you’re a school leaver, looking to take a change of direction and a new challenge, or hoping to pick up a new skill.

This guide will help you to find the course that best suits you and to give you an insight into student life at Stockport College.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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WHAT WE’VE GOT TO OFFER Following our merger with Trafford College we can provide you with more facilities, more courses and more opportunity for you to discover what you are passionate about and help you to become your best self.

Whether you decide to progress onto Higher Education or into the world of work our courses are not just about building your knowledge, but about putting this into practise in a real setting.

However, it’s not all about hard work. With places to eat, student support, student celebrations and events, help with English and maths, access to on-site salons you are joining a college that can help you be #moreme.

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STUDENT LIFE We know that student life is about more than just hard work. It’s about building friendships and creating memories that will last a lifetime. We want to support you to develop your confidence to learn new skills, open your eyes to new and exciting opportunities and to build a brighter future for yourself.

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LIBRARY+ Library+ is a vibrant, positive learning environment for everyone studying at Stockport College; with space to work, a wellmanaged service, quality resources and friendly, professional support for learning outside the classroom.

We’re here to support you to be successful in your studies; with the right support around you, hard work won’t seem so hard. Here’s what you can expect when studying with us: • A wide range of print resources chosen by your tutors and librarians to support you on your course.

• Access to eBooks, journals and databases through our eLibrary, so you can study in college or at home, 24/7.

• A range of study spaces to suit everyone – so if you need to work in a group, work on a PC or use a laptop, Library+ has somewhere for you.

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Extensive IT facilities including PCs and laptops. Feel free to bring in your own laptop, tablet or smart phone and access our free Wi-Fi. You will get friendly help and support from professionally qualified librarians and support assistants. We can help you with any information queries, locating relevant resources, using college systems and help you with using our eLibrary too.

Printing and photocopying facilities.

You’ll get an introduction to our services and facilities, and point-of-need support in Library+ when you need it.

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PERFORMING ARTS Partnership with Debut Academy of Performing Arts Stockport College work in partnership with Debut Academy of Performing Arts, offering the highest standard of training and the widest selection of dance and theatre classes in Stockport to put learners a step ahead of the rest. Students embark on an exciting vocational course, graduating with academic qualifications and high quality dance training equipping them with the skills to embark onto stage schools across the country or straight into the performing arts industry. We offer the BTEC L3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance) and the BTEC L3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting).

We ensure learners are pushed to the best of their abilities in a safe, qualified and exciting setting resulting in learners appearing in professional ballets, west-end shows and more.

CONTACT FOR INITIAL ENQUIRIES:

Tel: 0161 429 6419 Web: www.debut-academy.co.uk Email: info@debut-academy.co.uk

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ADMISSIONS PROCESS: Download and complete the application form found on our website and return to: info@debut-academy.co.uk or by post Debut Academy of Performing Arts, Wood Street, Stockport, SK3 0AB. Applicants will then be invited to an informal interview at Debut followed by an open day at the studios for all applicants, during which, applicants will take part in classes and workshops where assessments will be made on their suitability for their chosen course. Successful applicants will then receive an official offer by email following this open day.

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YOUR STUDY PROGRAMME Your study programme will be based on your needs and interests as an individual. You will have access to a range of additional learning opportunities alongside your main qualification, guaranteeing you success and progression.

English and Maths It is vital that all students achieve a minimum level of English and maths to ensure success and progression. English and maths form part of our Study Programme for any full time students who have not achieved a grade 4 or above at GCSE previously.

By reviewing your current skill level through prior attainment and diagnostic assessment, we decide on the most appropriate form of English and maths course for you. This could be either retaking your GCSE or Functional Skills at the relevant level.

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WORK EXPERIENCE & EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS COURSE TUTORS You will have regular one-to-one meetings with your Course Tutors to review your progress. Your tutor will help you to agree targets on a regular basis to enable you to reach your full potential and to support you with any additional support requirements you may have.

Included in your Study Programme are Professional Development sessions, which will provide you with excellent opportunities to learn about: > Employability skills > Study skills > Personal and social development > Improving your learning Industry Placements

CAREERS EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE Our Careers Advice Team can help you whether you know the career path you want to take or not. They’ll listen to what you have to say, help you work out where you want to be and give you support and advice on how to get there.

In addition, all full-time students have regular opportunities to engage with our Careers Programme. This includes: > > > > > >

Work experience placements Guest speakers Employer led projects Volunteering Workplace visits Enterprise activities

We work with a large number of employers across the region to provide you with opportunities that will help you stand out from the competition when applying for jobs, Apprenticeships or University.

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUR CAREER WE’RE COMMITTED TO HELPING YOU TO FIND THE RIGHT COURSE That means thinking about where you want to be in the future and creating a plan to help you to get there. Taking the time to consider your future ambitions and choosing a career that fills you with enthusiasm will mean you’re far more likely to succeed in your studies. And enjoy them!

Choosing a subject that you’re good at and enjoy means that you have a greater chance of success.

But still not sure? Come and talk to us. We can help and guide you towards the right path for you.

All of our courses require you to come along and meet the tutors for a short interview. But don’t worry, this is a great opportunity for you to have a chat with us, make sure you’re on the right course and for us to answer any questions you might have.

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ENTRY CRITERIA We offer a wide range of courses from Entry Level through to University Level, meaning no matter what grades you achieve at GCSE there is a course available for you at an appropriate level. We are committed to ensuring that no matter what your qualifications, you can still progress and achieve your career goals at Stockport College.

Entry requirements are a guide to which level of course will be right for you. In order to be accepted on your chosen course, you must meet the minimum requirements for that level of study.

ENTRY LEVEL Course length

1 year

Entry requirements

Interview required & diagnostic assessment

LEVEL 1 Course length

1 year

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 2/3 including English and maths at grade 2

LEVEL 2 Course length

1 year

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and maths at grade 3

LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE APPRENTICESHIP Course length

Up to 2 years

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and maths at grade 3

LEVEL 3 Course length

2 years

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs grades 9 – 4 including English and maths at grade 4

LEVEL 3 INTERMEDIATE APPRENTICESHIP Course length

Up to 2 years

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs grades 9 – 4 including English and maths at grade 4

LEVEL 4 HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP Course length

Up to 2 years

Entry requirements

Advanced Apprenticeship or a minimum of 2 A levels

PROGRESSION Depending on which level you start at you can progress onto the next level course or move into an apprenticeship or employment.

On completion of your Level 3 you could go on to study Higher Education and are guaranteed an interview with the University Centre Stockport College. You can also apply to any other University.

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