City College Brighton and Hove Full-time Prospectus 16-17

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Top 5 Reasons to Choose City College

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Electrical 57

Supporting you to Achieve

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Filmmaking 59

Our Facilities - Central Campus

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Foundation Learning

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Our Facilities - East Campus

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Study Programmes

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Health & Social Care

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Motor Vehicle

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Apprenticeships 21 Pre-Apprenticeship Training

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Multi-trades 69

Access to Higher Education

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Music Performance & Music Production

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Higher Education courses

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Painting & Decorating

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Pathways 75

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Accounting 29

Photography - Post A Level

Acting 31

Plumbing 81

Applied Science

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Prince’s Trust Team Programme

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Art & Design

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Public Services

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Art & Design Foundation Studies

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Sport 87

Beauty Therapy

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Sports Academies

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Business & Enterprise

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Travel & Tourism

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Carpentry & Joinery

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Catering & Hospitality

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Financial Support

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Childcare 47

How to Apply

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Computing & IT Services

Application Form

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welcome to City College

I am delighted to welcome you to the City College Brighton and Hove full-time course guide for 2016-17. You will soon be making important choices for your future and we want to give you the very best information, advice and guidance so that you can make the right choice for you.

Our students engage in a huge range of social activities, such as our cup-winning sports teams, charity fundraising, international travel, enrichment and participation in our Student Council. Being a City College student really will keep you busy!

City College offers a wide range of full-time practical and industry-focused courses, which provide the key skills that students need for a successful future. We are proud that last year, over 94% of our students progressed into employment, secured a place at university, started an Apprenticeship or went on to further study after completing their course.

We are committed to ensuring that our students succeed on their courses, and our success rates place us in the top 15% of highest achieving General Further Education and Tertiary Colleges in the country for 16-18 year old learners at all levels.

Our Study Programmes are individually tailored to you, to give you the best chance of future success. Alongside your chosen vocational qualification we will enhance your essential employability skills, such as team-working, problem-solving and business awareness, whilst ensuring that you achieve good standards of English and mathematics. Encouraging enterprise skills is also a major focus at the College and you will have the opportunity to work with our Entrepreneur-inResidence to develop business ideas of your own.

We hope you find your ideal course and look forward to welcoming you to one of our Open Evenings, where you can see our facilities, meet our dedicated staff and experience what City College has to offer.

Nick Juba CEO, City College Brighton and Hove

Visit us Full-time course Open Evenings

Tuesday 13th October 2015, 5pm-7pm Tuesday 17th November 2015, 5pm-7pm

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Late application & information evening

Wednesday 9th March 2016, 5pm-7pm See www.ccb.ac.uk/openevening for more details

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Top 5 reasons

to choose city college

96%

Our success rates place us in the

top 15%

of highest achieving General Further Education and Tertiary Colleges

in the country

for 16-18 year old learners at all levels

of our students tell us that their course has given them the

skills they

need to progress

on to a higher course or to succeed in their job

City College students progress to

top universities

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University of Leeds, University of Nottingham, University of Glasgow, University of Manchester, Goldsmiths and Central St Martins

City College students have won

City College has

excellent links with local

over 20 employers

regional and national education awards

across key industry sectors

in the last two years

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Supporting You to Achieve We want you to be first choice for employers and universities in the future. As well as gaining technical qualifications, our Study Programmes will ensure you gain the employability and citizenship skills which employers say they want their employees to have.

At City College you will: • learn more about the world of work, career opportunities and what employers expect; • continue to develop your skills in English and mathematics to the standard employers are looking for in their staff; • make important links with industry and local businesses through our extensive employer partnerships, work experience and job-hunting support; • get involved by providing feedback to your Course Representatives or by becoming a Course Representative yourself, and representing the views of your group at the Student Council and to College managers - you can also be elected on to the College’s Board of Governors and contribute to key decisions affecting both staff and students;

• join a diverse community of people from different backgrounds, cultures and ages in a place where difference is celebrated; • learn how to keep yourself safe and healthy; • access a wide range of additional support and financial services; and • participate in our programme of enrichment activities such as learning a new language, first aid training, driving theory test support and regular trips to Thorpe Park, paintballing and Lazer Quest.

Our Student Support Services The Hub

Careers

In the Hub at the Central and East Campuses you will find friendly staff who can help you in all sorts of ways. They will work with you to ensure that you are able to enjoy your studies, succeed on your Study Programme and move into further study or employment.

As soon as you arrive at the College we start to prepare you for your next step, whether that is continuing at college; moving into work, an Apprenticeship or going on to university. We have a team of qualified, impartial Careers Advisers to support you, and provide access to a wide range of resources and information.

In the Hub you can find out about: • courses and how to apply for them;

Learning Coach

• financial support;

Each week you will meet with a Learning Coach who will help you to review your Study Programme progress and your individual learning and progression targets.

• employability, careers, progression and UCAS advice; • general information on travel, health and money; • advice about how to access support services both inside and outside of college; and • make appointments to see one of our specialist support teams.

Your Learning Coach will also support you with any issues that are preventing you from attending or engaging in each of your Study Programme activities.

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Additional Learning Support

Student Success Mentors

If you are a student who needs extra help with your studies we will help you to identify your needs. We provide support so that you are not disadvantaged.

Sometimes things in your personal life can get in the way of you being able to study effectively at college. The Student Success Mentor team can offer you individual help.

This might be about attendance at college, relationships, organisation skills, health and well-being or issues with housing and money.

This might include: • working with a Teaching Support Assistant (TSA) in class; • receiving one-to-one classes for dyslexia; • working in small groups to support you in writing your assignment; or

Counselling

Disability Support

Our Counselling Team provide a safe and confidential service for you to explore personal and emotional issues if things become difficult to handle. Our counsellors are very experienced and will work with you to find ways to move forward in your life.

At City College we actively encourage and support students with disabilities or learning difficulties.

Safeguarding

• using our drop in services for one off sessions.

Please come and talk to us as soon as possible about your support needs. We can work out adjustments to help you study and achieve on your course.

These might include: • use of specialist software and equipment; • in-class support from a TSA or a note-taker; or • one-to-one support with study skills, or help with English and mathematics.

We identify students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in a number of ways. Having information about your needs as early as possible allows us to plan for support and make any reasonable adjustments.

We give all students a range of tasks to find out their English and mathematics levels. We use this information to find out if they may need additional learning support. Students do not need an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) or other evidence of disability to use our support services. We are able to carry out assessments for dyslexia and for exam arrangements too.

We like young people and their parents/carers to give us as much information as possible about support needs. We value on-going contact to make sure the support given is what is needed.

At City College we have the strongest commitment to making sure our students experience a secure, safe and welcoming environment. Through our safeguarding work we help each individual student fulfil their potential by having robust policies and procedures in place to safeguard young people and vulnerable adults. These include anti-bullying, e-safety and health and safety. We have clear ways to recognise and refer any issues of concern and we take all reasonable steps to minimise risk.

We are also committed to developing our student’s ability to keep themselves safe. We do this by raising their awareness and assisting them to make informed decisions relating to current day issues.

Equality and Diversity At City College we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our student population. We value and recognise differences in race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and age. We actively oppose discrimination and work continuously to improve access to our courses. Our aim is to provide a learning environment that is inclusive, and we are committed to removing conditions that put anyone at a disadvantage. We have set out our response to statutory obligations in a range of equality and diversity policy documents which are available on our website.

We have a strong ethos of inclusivity and a desire for all young people to meet their potential. We monitor student progress and work closely with teaching staff to make sure that support and reasonable adjustments are made.

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our facilities CENTRAL CAMPUS Located in North Laine, right in the heart of Brighton, you’ll be just minutes away from a vibrant mix of shops, cafés, theatres and entertainment. You’ll be at the centre of everything that makes Brighton such a special city.

Study Programme qualifications

• Well-equipped, spacious and specialist art studios

Art & Design, Beauty Therapy, Business, Catering, Computing, Digital Arts, Filmmaking, English & Mathematics, Hairdressing, Photography, Science, Travel & Tourism and our degree-level courses.

• Top-of-the-range digital facilities and traditional dark rooms

Some classes will occasionally be held at our East Campus and some courses will occasionally be taught off-site.

Read, learn & watch • Learning Resource Centre open to all students

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Get creative

There are a wide range of study programme qualifications primarily based at our Central Campus, including:

• Video and photographic studios

• A great value art shop on site - the cheapest supplier in Brighton

Digital Design Centre • Mac-based Graphic Design suite • PC-based 3-D Multimedia suite with motion capture

• 40,000 books, 300 periodicals, 2,000 DVDs

• Video studio with Chromakey and lighting rig

• Over 80 computer stations, equipped with electronic resources, e-books and access to online learning resources

• All rooms fully networked with email and internet access on every machine.

• Digital video cameras, recorders and digital SLRs

The Hub

Experiments and research

• A one-stop-shop to get you prepared for the world of work

• A full science lab suite which is one of the best in the South East

• Advice and support on job hunting, careers, employability skills, work experience, Apprenticeships and CV-writing

• Specialist facilities for forensic science

Relax and refuel • The Central Café offers fantastic value, nutritious breakfasts, lunches and dinners

The Gallery and its commercial kitchens

• Guest chefs from around Brighton visit to cook specialist cuisines

• Working restaurant open to the public and specialising in catering for bespoke events and restaurant-quality meals

• The Coffee Stop serves speciality teas and coffees • Vending machines offer drinks and confectionery

• Run by students with a strong reputation in the community

Getting here

• Supported by four industry-standard training kitchens

City College Central Campus is less than 5 minutes walk from Brighton Station and local bus routes to Pelham Street include:

Relax and unwind

Via London Road 5, 5A, 5B, 17, 21, 22, 33, 40, 270, 271

• Professionally equipped salons open to the public

Via Lewes Road 24, 25, 28, 29, 37, 49, 50, 78

• Equipment and treatments that you would find in any salon • Customer reception area and sophisticated booking system replicating the workplace

Via Hollingbury/Hollingdean 26, 46, 50

• Great discounts on hair and beauty treatments

Via Western Road 5, 5A, 5B, 21, 21A, 46, 49

Holidays, travel, concerts and lots more CENTRAL CAMPUS

• A working travel agency open to the public • Training in a realistic environment on professional booking systems and with real holiday companies • The opportunity to practise what you have learnt and show employers that you have real experience

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our facilities - east CAMPUS Our East Campus is surrounded by beautiful Brighton countryside and just minutes from the bustling and cosmopolitan Brighton Marina, with its shops, restaurants, galleries, cinema, bowling alley and much more.

Study Programme qualifications

Keeping fit

The East Campus has benefitted from much investment and houses the following courses in top-of the range facilities:

• Full-size all-weather and grass pitches

Acting & Dance, Childcare, Multi-Trades, Health & Social Care, Motor Vehicle, Music, Public Services and Sport.

• Sports teams include football, netball, basketball, rugby, boxing and many more

• Indoor sports hall

• Fully-equipped gym, which is free for students • Full-size boxing ring

City College’s new Technology Centre City College East Campus will be the location of a new £9 million Technology Centre. Expected to be completed in the 2016/17 academic year, this exciting new facility will be a leading educational and training hub for the next generation of construction workers. The centre has been specially designed so that students learning the different trades will be able to work together and follow each other through the construction process, mirroring true construction site conditions.

Making music • State-of-the-art equipment, performing spaces and sound-proof rooms

Motor vehicle workshop • State-of-the-art workshop facility • MOT-standard equipment • Brake roller tester, rolling road dynamometer, tyre and engine bays, five ramps, modern IT facilities and an external valeting area CENTRAL CAMPUS

Getting here City College East Campus on Wilson Avenue is located next to Stanley Deason Leisure Centre and is a short distance from Brighton Marina Village.

Bus routes to Wilson Avenue include: 1, 7, 21 and 21A.

• 48 channel Audient mixing desk previously used by U2 and Brian Eno • 2 x 36 channel Audient desks, Dbx Compressors, Marshal, Fender and Trace Elliot guitar and bass amps - a musician’s dream

Performance space

EAST CAMPUS

• Drama and dance studios • Spacious rehearsal rooms • Theatre area Location: Wilson Avenue, Brighton, BN2 5PB

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Study Programmes At City College, we provide more than just your chosen qualification. All students are enrolled on a specialised Study Programme which is tailored to your educational needs. This includes:

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Main Qualification

Work Experience

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Main qualification Your Study Programme includes the main qualification you are studying towards in your chosen subject, eg. City & Guilds or BTEC Level 2 or Level 3 Certificates and Diplomas.

Mathematics and English Achieving a good standard of mathematics and English skills - at least a grade C or above in both subjects at GCSE - is a key requirement for many jobs, as well as for courses you may wish to progress on to. These qualifications can also mean higher earnings in the future!

City College is dedicated to ensuring students aged 16-18, who have not yet achieved a minimum of grade C in GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics achieve these qualifications.

• What does this mean for me?

If you don’t have a grade C in either GCSE Mathematics or GCSE English - You will be enrolled on these qualifications as part of your Study Programme to work towards a grade C in both subjects. If you have a GCSE grade lower than a D, this is more likely to be a Functional Skills qualification.

If you have a GCSE grade C in one subject but not the other - You will be enrolled on a qualification as part of your Study Programme to work towards your GCSE grade C in the subject that you have yet to achieve a C grade in. This will either be Functional Skills or a GCSE retake programme and you will discuss this with a subject expert.

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If you already have grade C in both GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English - You will not be enrolled on any mathematics or English qualifications but you will continue to develop and apply your skills throughout the rest of your study programme. You will have the opportunity to improve your GCSE grades in mathematics and English if you wish.

Employability Your Study Programme will help prepare you for the world of work or higher-level study. There will be many opportunities for you to learn and develop your employability skills and you will keep a record of how and when you demonstrate these skills. This could be as part of your course or work experience or by taking part in a range of employmentfocused activities.

Employers have identified seven key employability skills which they look for when recruiting. These are: • self-management; • team-working; • business and customer service awareness; • problem-solving; • communication and literacy; • application of numeracy; and • application of IT. At City College, we want you to have the edge when applying for jobs, therefore we provide you with opportunities to learn and develop these skills. You will also have the opportunity to work with our Entrepreneur-in-Residence to develop business ideas of your own.

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Enrichment: get involved!

Work experience

To help make sure you get the most out of your time at City College and prepare you for future employment or study, there are a range of College activities and initiatives to get involved in. At City College these activities are known as ‘enrichment’ and they provide excellent opportunities to make new friends, help other students and boost your CV.

Work experience is vital in helping you to progress, and through working in partnership with local employers, we will help you to become ‘work-ready’ through work experience placements, industry visits, job shadowing and real-life work projects.

• Student Voice Represent your fellow students’ views on College and course matters at Student Council meetings. There are also opportunities for you to meet with the Principal on a monthly basis, as well as attend College Governor meetings; by doing this you will be influencing College decisions at the highest level.

• Citizenship Are you interested in fund-raising or supporting your local community? We will help you to find and participate in local, national or international projects.

• Entrepreneurship Are you a budding entrepreneur? We will support you to find and develop your ideas, seek investment, and will help you gain sales experience. You will have access to a wealth of advice from experienced professionals including our Entrepreneur-in-Residence - a successful local business person who is in College at least once a week to support our students.

• Sports Our students successfully compete in football, netball and hockey. We also offer many other sports and fitness activities, such as badminton, Zumba and yoga.

• Trips and activities You can also get involved in a range of fun activities, such as paintballing, Lazer Quest and trips to theme parks, theatres and shows.

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Progression support • UCAS support If you are thinking about going to university, we’ll make sure you have the information you need to choose the right place to study, apply successfully and be prepared for interviews.

We will also provide you with information and advice about higher education funding applications.

• Employment support We want to make sure you have the best chances of finding your dream job when you leave us. We will help you create a first class CV, research the careers you are interested in, apply for jobs and prepare for interviews. Our great links with local employers will ensure we provide you with the latest advice about the skills they are looking for and what jobs are available.

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It’s real hands-on experience here, learning skills in a working environment. Having the chance to oversee some tasks has helped me develop my managerial skills, too. It’s given me the ability to manage my own time wisely to reach targets and deadlines. It’s all good preparation for what I want to do next: Set up my own business.

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Apprenticeships Apprenticeships provide the ideal opportunity to ‘earn while you learn’ and gain vocational experience while making yourself more employable. Employers also value Apprenticeships because they enable employers to be a part of your development and familiarise you with their work culture.

You may already be employed but want to gain a qualification to show you have the relevant skills in your job role or you may wish to progress within the company. An Apprenticeship qualification will demonstrate to your managers that you are ready for career progression.

City College is a major provider of Apprenticeships in the South East and we have extensive contacts across key industries. We work closely with employers and advertise their vacancies on the National Apprenticeship Vacancy Service.

Why take an Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are a fantastic way of learning on the job.

While taking an Apprenticeship you will be working for a professional company in a real job. You will gain the skills, knowledge and experience needed to succeed in your chosen industry. You will also work towards either an NVQ/Diploma or another nationally recognised qualification.

Flexible training For the majority of Apprenticeships, you will be in active employment for most of your time, with training taking place on the job, and one-to-one visits from one of our Assessors.

Alternatively, some Apprenticeships work on a day-release basis, with apprentices attending College once a week. There are many different Apprenticeships you can take - not just the traditional routes that you might imagine. An Apprenticeship is a valued and recognised qualification for many industries.

Apprenticeships include:

Accountancy

Business Administration

Carpentry & Joinery

Child Care

Customer Service

Electrical Hairdressing

Adult Health & Social Care

Hospitality Computing

Maintenance Operations

Management

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Apprenticeship FAQS What different levels of Apprenticeship are available?

Can City College help find an employer?

There are three different levels of Apprenticeship available:

Our team may be able to help you with finding an Apprenticeship. If you register your interest with our in-house Recruitment Consultant, we can notify you if any suitable vacancies arise, or offer advice on how you can improve your chance of gaining an employer. If, once employed for a period of time, issues arise that make the Apprenticeship unsuitable for you, our team will work with you to find an alternative employer.

• Intermediate - Level 2 (equivalent to 5 good GCSE passes) - grade C Apprentices work towards a work-based learning qualification such as an NVQ/Diploma Level 2, Functional Skills and in some areas a relevant technical certificate diploma. These provide the skills you need for your chosen career and allow entry to Advanced Apprenticeships.

• Advanced Apprenticeships - Level 3 (equivalent to 2 A-level passes) Advanced Apprentices work towards a work-based learning qualification such as a NVQ/Diploma Level 3, Functional Skills and technical diploma. To start this programme, you should ideally have 5 GCSEs (grade A-C) or have completed an Apprenticeship at Level 2 and have been assessed to progress to Level 3.

• Higher Apprenticeships For those who have completed a Level 3 qualification, Higher Apprenticeships are a nationally accredited work-based programme designed to meet employers needs at a higher skill level and include qualifications at a level equivalent to Higher Education (Level 4 and 5)

How do I apply?

City College advertises vacancies and an Apprenticeship matching service is available via this link: www.ccb.ac.uk/apprenticeships If further support is required, please contact our Apprenticeship Team on 01273 667 770 or email apprenticeship@ccb.ac.uk

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What happens after I apply?

Applicants already in employment will be interviewed with the employer at the employer’s premises. Applicants without employers will be interviewed and assessed for suitability at the College. We will then endeavour to find a suitable employer who will subsequently wish to conduct an interview.

How and where does the training take place?

Several Apprenticeship Frameworks are available for delivery entirely in the workplace. This means the apprentice does not need to attend college, and the qualification is assessed directly in their workplace, unless the apprentice is required to attend Functional Skills workshops as part of their programme. Other Apprenticeship frameworks, mainly those requiring a higher and more intense level of taught skills such as construction, hairdressing, AAT or professional cookery, are delivered in the form of day release. If you are on day release, this will mean one day per week spent at City College during term time. You will be paid by your employer during any day-release days.

When can a training programme be started?

At any time during the year with the exception of Construction, AAT Accounting and Professional Cookery.

These qualifications usually start at the beginning of each academic year in September.

How long does an Apprenticeship take to complete?

An Apprenticeship can take between one and four years to complete depending on the level of Apprenticeship, the apprentice’s ability and the industry sector. As a guide, an Intermediate Level 2 Apprenticeship usually takes around 12 to 18 months and an Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship around 18 to 24 months.

How much will I earn?

Wages will vary depending on the type of Apprenticeship you are taking but there is an Apprenticeship national minimum wage (NMW) in the UK which applies to all 16 to 18 year olds and to those aged 19 and over in the first year of their Apprenticeship. From October 2015, this is £3.30 per hour.

How safe will I be in the workplace?

All workplaces are assessed for health and safety before any Apprenticeship is delivered there by City College. There is also a robust Safeguarding policy at City College to ensure that all students are, and feel, safe and protected.

What might my working hours be?

Apprentices are required to have a minimum of 30 hours in the workplace but normal office hours usually apply.

Pre-Apprenticeship training at City College Not ready for an Apprenticeship but looking for real workplace experience?

The Pre-Apprenticeship programme offers high quality work experience placements, structured with local employers to: • prepare you for your chosen industry; • demonstrate you are work-ready; • provide you with a current employer reference; and • increase your chances of getting a job or into an Apprenticeship programme.

The programme includes work placement, Level 1 Enhancing Employability qualification, English and mathematics training and regular job search support. Courses start throughout the year.

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19+ All access courses are for students aged 19 and over

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ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION If you want to prepare yourself for degree-level education in a supportive environment, an access course is the ideal route. The courses last one year and involve approximately three days a week at college. To enrol on an access course you’ll need to be 19 or over, motivated, enthusiastic, able to manage your time effectively and ready to study. You will be part of a group of adult students who are excited about learning and willing to work hard with other members of the group.

Subjects available • Pre-Access (Diploma for Progression) • Biomedical Sciences • Business & Enterprise • Business & Management • Computing • Education Studies

Our access courses provide core-skills training as well as the opportunity to specialise in one of a range of subject areas.

This combination makes our access courses the perfect preparation for study at university.

• Environmental Sciences

All your classes will be highly engaging, and will enable you to learn and be assessed through a range of methods, including: presentations, essays, reports, case studies, short answer tasks and, for some courses, practical work.

• Psychology

Entry requirements: Access courses are designed for people without the appropriate skills and qualifications to prepare for higher education. Ideally you need grade C in GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics. However, there is some flexibility regarding equivalent qualifications depending on the specific course you are applying for, and an opportunity to study one of these GCSEs alongside your access course.

You will need to show a good level of motivation, be fully committed to the course and be able to spend a minimum of eight hours per week studying at home. You will also need to submit a personal statement in support of your application and evidence of your English and mathematics qualifications.

• Health & Health Sciences • Humanities & Social Science • Media, Literature & Culture

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• Anthropology & Development Studies

“My course at City College taught me a lot of practical skills such as how to critically analyse theories and arguments as well as research skills, all of which helped me to progress on to my university of choice.”

Carl Jackson Winner - Keith Fletcher Memorial Access to Higher Education Learner Prize, now studying International Relations at London’s School of Oriental and African Studies

Further study Access to Higher Education courses are specifically designed to pave your way to a degree, and you will be supported to make your application to university as part of your course. City College is one of the main feeder colleges for the University of Brighton and the University of Sussex.

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If you take out a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan to cover the cost of your Access to Higher Education programme and progress to and complete higher education study, you can apply to have the loan written-off.

For further details, visit www.ccb.ac.uk/24plusloans

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HIGHER EDUCATION City College’s high-quality, professionally-focused undergraduate courses equip students with the skills needed to succeed in a variety of industries. Our foundation degree courses blend academic and work related learning and cover the key knowledge and skills employers are looking for.

These qualifications are two-year courses which prepare students for employment using a variety of methods, including placements, industry-related teaching and assessment and personal and career planning. At the end of a foundation degree, students can choose to either graduate and find employment or progress to a one year top-up course, leading to a full Bachelor’s Degree with Honours.

City College’s foundation degrees are validated by the University of Brighton, a leading professional university.

Foundation degree students can access some of the University’s services, including membership of the Students’ Union.

• Biological Sciences - Foundation Degree • Business - Foundation Degree • Creative Music Production - BA (Hons) Top-up • Creative Music Production - Foundation Degree • Event & Tourism Management - Foundation Degree • Food & Culinary Arts - Foundation Degree • Hospitality & Event Management - Foundation Degree • Hospitality & Tourism Management - Foundation Degree • Photography - Foundation Degree • Travel & Tourism Management - Foundation Degree • Visual Arts Practice - BA (Hons) Top-up Entry requirements: Please visit our website for course specific requirements www.ccb.ac.uk/he

The College also offers one-year Access to Higher Education diplomas in a range of subjects. These courses are designed for students aiming to progress to university, but who have no formal qualifications. Please see page 25.

Further study Higher education at City College is focused on preparing students for careers in their chosen fields.

Your nationally-recognised qualification and the practical experience you’ve gained while on the course will mean you’ll be well-placed and confident when applying for jobs as a graduate.

Subjects available “What I’ve enjoyed most about being at City College is the quality of the resources and the staff who are always there to talk to and support your work. Along with help I’ve got from fellow students, I’ve been able to reach a whole new level I wouldn’t have otherwise achieved.”

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Accounting If you’re interested in becoming a finance professional, the AAT Level 2 Diploma in Accounting and Business will teach you many of the skills that employers are looking for. The qualification covers areas such as business-led accountancy skills, business communications, spreadsheet use, doubleentry bookkeeping, basic costing principles, sales and general ledgers.

The course will enable you to understand daily job activities and you’ll enter the workplace with excellent accountancy knowledge and a professional approach. The business skills units, for example, are great for getting to know daily job activities. While this qualification will be valuable for entering employment, it will also lay the foundation for further accountancy training.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Apprenticeships available in this area, see page 21.

About AAT As the world’s leading professional membership and awarding organisation, AAT is dedicated to the education and development of accounting and finance professionals.

Founded in 1980, the organisation has forged global partnerships to provide internationally-recognised training, delivering the practical skills professionals need to work in a wide range of accounting roles.

Level 2 AAT Diploma in Accounting and Business Entry requirements: You will require GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade A*-C.

Further study The Level 2 Diploma in Accounting and Business is a stepping stone to the full AAT Accounting Qualification which is highly valued by employers in the finance industry. Level 3 and Level 4 AAT Accounting Diploma courses are also offered at City College.

Employment opportunities This qualification will be valued by employers if you’re planning to go straight into work in a role such as accounts administrator, accounts assistant, accounts payable clerk, book-keeper, payroll administrator, payroll officer, purchase/sales ledger clerk, tax assistant/trainee or trainee accounts technician.

AAT has over 130,000 members across 90 countries, delivering training qualifications for some 70,000 people every year. And at least 25,000 employers are known to have employed AAT qualified staff.

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“My course has improved me so much as a person and the exercises we do in class have really helped me improve my self-confidence.

I applied to university and have been offered a place at St Mary’s in London to do a course in Physical Theatre... it’s been amazing.”

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Acting At City College, we offer UAL (University of Arts, London) qualifications which are designed by acting professionals to be as creative and directly linked to industry as possible.

Through a mixture of practical lessons and vocational projects you’ll have the opportunity to develop your acting skills and your wider understanding of acting as an art and as a career. Our success rates are excellent with grades above the national average.

Level 2

All our teachers are experienced performers and our Ofsted report described Teaching and Learning as ‘outstanding’.

You’ll learn to be an actor by doing the job of an actor putting on plays and working with our filmmaking students to produce films. Throughout the course you’ll take part in performances that are at the heart of Brighton’s vibrant performance scene. Our end-of-year shows are included in Brighton Fringe Festival and taken seriously as professional productions.

Level 3

You’ll have the opportunity to work with professional companies to give you real experience of working in the industry. Many students have also been part of shows in Brighton Festival - England’s biggest arts festival. Our students have worked with a number of cutting edge theatre companies including dreamthinkspeak, Hydrocracker, Red Earth, Generick Vapeur and No Fit State Circus, to name just a few.

UAL Diploma in Performing & Production Arts Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E or equivalent, to include a grade D in English.

UAL Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Acting (Year 1) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C with a grade C in English.

UAL Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Acting (Year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Acting at merit grade or good A Level results in related subjects.

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Our students have an excellent record of gaining places at drama school and university with graduates progressing to East 15, Guildford School of Acting, Central School of Speech and Drama, ACT, University of Chichester, University of Brighton and Central St Martins, among many others.

Although many of our students leave us to progress their careers as actors, many others continue into other areas of the performing arts. Our graduates have gone on to stage management and technical theatre, filmmaking and direction.

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“Doing a vocational course has helped me focus as I can concentrate on what I’m really interested in, I really enjoy Applied Science and being here at City College has given me the motivation to apply to university to continue my studies.�

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applied Science Do you want to gain the skills and knowledge to work within the science sector? This course, taught by experienced tutors at our Central Campus, will provide you with an overview of the science industry. The course covers a range of scientific disciplines within biology and chemistry as well as psychology and statistics. It provides the academic and practical skills needed for a number of roles in the science industry.

Level 3

You will study areas including practical chemistry, biomedical techniques, genetics, physiology of the human body and working in the science industry. The College has excellent laboratories including access to a category II containment facility and state-of-the-art industry equipment.

The course also provides you with opportunities to hear from guest industry speakers and visit a micro-brewery and pathology laboratory.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C which must include GCSE English, GCSE Mathematics and GCSE Double Science.

Diploma in Applied Science (year 1) Extended Diploma in Applied Science (year 2)

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You can continue to higher education in a variety of scientific disciplines. This includes foundation degrees or a BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry or Forensic Science. A Biological Sciences Foundation Degree is offered at City College (see page 27). The Diploma is worth up to 140 UCAS points and the Extended Diploma is worth up to 420 UCAS points.

These qualifications can lead to employment in the science industry in areas such as pharmaceutical, biomedical/health, biotechnology, scientific support roles in the NHS, police and education. Science also provides numerous analytical skills which are well-sought in all areas of work and starting salaries are around ÂŁ20,000 per year.

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City College is the place to study if you are interested in a career in the creative industries. Graded ‘Outstanding’

by Ofsted, the Visual and Digital Arts department has an excellent reputation both locally and nationally. UAL Diplomas in Art & Design are for students who wish to leave school and continue their education within a structured and creative environment. Specialist teachers are committed to supporting you to achieve your full potential and student success is very high on all courses.

Level 1

Through the diverse assignments, you will explore a wide range of specialist areas such as fashion, textiles, illustration, 3-D design, graphic design, printmaking and fine art. The projects are often vocationally-focused and incorporate links with industry.

Level 2

Your Study Programme includes supportive tutorials which will assist you in making the transition from school to college by helping you develop your independent study skills. In your weekly tutorials, you will review the careers available to you after studying art and design, and you will set personal targets that will help you stay focused on your goals.

As well as promoting a creative working environment, there is an academic underpinning to all the courses that will help you develop the skills needed for employment. This will include developing and extending your English and mathematics within an art and design context and you will have the opportunity to retake your GCSEs in these subjects if necessary. All courses are complimented by trips to galleries and museums and there are a range of collaborative events such as exhibitions, art sales and live fashion shows.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade G or equivalent including a creative subject, or equivalent vocational entrylevel qualifications. All applicants must submit a portfolio at interview which demonstrates skills at a suitable level.

UAL Diploma in Art & Design Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E or equivalent, to include art and design or a Level 1 qualification in art and design. Applicants must submit a portfolio at interview which demonstrates skills at a suitable level.

Level 3 UAL Diploma in Art & Design (Year 1) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C including English and a creative subject. You will be asked to attend a portfolioreview interview, where you will demonstrate your ability to express and develop your ideas through drawing and design, as well as your technical skills.

UAL Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Art & Design at merit grade.

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Students can to progress to a University degree programme or into employment in the creative industries.

The UCAS points you can gain on these courses are as follows: UAL Level 3 Diploma: Pass - 100, Merit - 160, Distinction - 210; UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma: Pass 180, Merit - 280, Distinction - 420.

These courses can lead to careers in fashion, textiles, graphics, illustration, product design, interior design, art education, museum curatorship or freelance work as an artist.

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“What I appreciated most about being at City College is the work ethic that tutors instil in the students. We are constantly encouraged to come in to College early and try different techniques and painting styles in the studios and workshops.�

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Art & Design Foundation Studies City College’s Foundation Art & Design course is considered to be one of the best in the country. This course is the preferred progression route to higher education art and design specialised study. We have an excellent track record of placing students at the most prestigious universities and art colleges throughout the UK. You will be taught by specialist teachers, practising artists and designers who are involved in Brighton’s vibrant art and design scene, as well as benefitting from talks and workshops from visiting artists and industry specialists.

At the start of the course, an exploratory phase of projects and workshops will help you find where your strengths and interests lie. This will help you decide on which specialist pathway to pursue, whether that is in fine art, fashion, textiles, 3D design, graphics or illustration. Within your chosen pathway, you will receive advice and guidance from experienced tutors with making a UCAS application and preparing a strong portfolio of work for degree course applications.

The course has cultivated an energetic and exciting atmosphere that you would expect from being at an art college and you’ll have access to fully-equipped workshops which enable students to gain experience of specialist processes and materials such as glass, welding and precision laser cutting.

Designed to provide you with an art and design experience that is rigorous and challenging, this course will assist you in working outside your comfort zone. With an emphasis on problem-solving and critical thinking, you will be challenged to be inventive, explore problems from new angles and develop your own creative solutions. The curriculum balances taught sessions with independent learning and development. You will have your own studio space and access to Mac computer suites and printmaking facilities.

There is also an educational trip to Amsterdam each year and selected students’ work is shown at the UAL exhibition in London.

Level 3/4 UAL Foundation Studies Art & Design Entry requirements: A minimum of grade C in at least one A-Level in a creative subject, 5 GCSEs at grade A*- C including GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics, plus a strong portfolio of art and design work. You must be 18 years of age or over on the 1st September of the year your course begins.

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The foundation course has an outstanding record of students progressing to first choice universities across the country including Central St Martins, Chelsea School of Art, Goldsmiths, Kingston, Ravensbourne, Nottingham, Manchester and Glasgow. The qualification earns the following UCAS points: Distinction - 285, Merit - 225 and Pass - 165.

Typical career paths include 3D design and crafts, fine arts and lens-based media, graphics, illustration, animation, fashion and textiles.

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“I really enjoy the practical side of my course and working in a real salon environment with paying customers has been an excellent experience as I want to go straight into work in Brighton when I finish my course.�

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Beauty Therapy Studying beauty therapy at City College’s Central Campus is exciting and rewarding and will leave you with skills, confidence, experience and an internationally-recognised qualification to progress into employment or further training.

Ofsted have said that teaching and learning in our Beauty department is ‘outstanding’. Our students have won several national competitions, such as World Skills for nail art, aromatherapy, reflexology and Sterex electrolysis.

Level 1

The emphasis on our courses is practical experience and skills, and in-depth subject knowledge taught by highly experienced tutors. By the time you leave us you will be ready to work in a variety of settings and salons, applying treatments such as manicures and pedicures, waxing, make-up, aromatherapy and Indian head massage. If you progress on to our more advanced courses, you will develop your knowledge and skills whilst improving your employability.

If you do not meet the entry requirements for this Level 1 course, please see our Pathways courses on page 75.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade E or above which must include GCSE English, GCSE Mathematics and GCSE Science.

Level 2 Beauty Therapy

We offer a unique, stimulating and professional practical learning experience. Our industry-standard salons are run as professional clinics and are open to the public, giving you real-life experience which will look fantastic on your CV. As well as our salons, we have excellent local employer links and all students get the opportunity to go on a work experience placement. All our courses are taught by staff with significant expertise and salon experience. Due to the high level of training and technical skill involved in the beauty industry, you will enter on to Level 1 or Level 2 and progress on to the higher Level 3 qualifications. Anatomy and physiology is also a vital part of your course.

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Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade D or equivalent, to include GCSE English grade C, GCSE Science grade C and GCSE Mathematics grade D or above.

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Entry requirements: Level 2 Beauty Therapy VTCT, NVQ or equivalent.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Further study

Employment opportunities

After Level 2 Beauty Therapy, you can either progress on to Level 3 Beauty Therapy or Level 3 Complimentary Therapies. Also, after achieving Level 2, you will be qualified to work in beauty clinics, nail bars or make-up counters. After Level 3 Beauty Therapy, you can progress to study on our Complimentary Therapies or Sports Massage part-time courses.

Qualified therapists are very employable in clinics, spas, cruise ships and holiday/ski resorts and can also become self-employed. Employers ideally prefer to employ Level 3-qualified therapists because they are able to provide a wider range of treatments. Mathematics and English are also a requirement since therapists are likely to be dealing with cash and bookings and also need to complete consultation cards and treatment details.

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Business & Enterprise Business at City College is constantly evolving as we respond to the changing face of the employment market and the requirements of students. The Business department uses practical experience and industry talks as a basis for our learning programmes. These courses will prepare you for a career in business by developing the practical workplace skills that employers require, whilst developing your knowledge so that you can progress academically. You will take part in diverse and exciting learning experiences including visiting local and national businesses in order to bring classroom theory to life. If you don’t feel ready for a Level 2 course, there is a Level 1 Vocational Studies course available which is ideal if you would like a more general introduction to business.

What you will study will depend on which course level you are on, but you can expect to learn how to start work in business, retail and administration, explore business purposes, communications, marketing, accounting, business ethics and event/project management.

Level 1 BTEC Diploma in Vocational Studies Entry requirements: A reasonable standard of English and mathematics (at least GCSE grade E or Entry Level 3), which will be assessed at interview.

If you do not meet the entry requirements for this Level 1 course, please see our Pathways courses on page 75.

Level 2 BTEC Diploma in Business Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grade D, to include GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics. Or BTEC Business Level 1 and Functional Skills Level 1 in Mathematics and English.

Level 3 BTEC Diploma in business (Year 1)

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C, to include GCSE English, with GCSE Mathematics at grade D.

Apprenticeships available in this area, see page 21.

BTEC Extended Diploma in Business (Year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Business at merit grade.

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After completing the Level 2 course successfully, you can progress to the Level 3 Diploma as well as other courses within the College. This is a recognised qualification

by UCAS and you may wish to progress on to one of the many business or marketing courses offered at universities around the country. City College offers a Business Foundation Degree (see page 27) and a wide range of professional business qualifications accredited

by AAT and CIPD.

As well as providing you with a strong grounding in the business and enterprise skills required for a career as a businessperson, these qualifications are valued by employers in a wide range of sectors, as they demonstrate an understanding of and interest in running a successful business.

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“I’ve studied carpentry at City College for four years and I’ve really seen myself develop over that time, especially as I had the opportunity to study English and mathematics when I first started.”

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Carpentry & Joinery Carpentry is a rewarding, challenging and creative career.

There is a great sense of satisfaction to be gained from creating something that is a long-lasting testament to your skill and talent. The aim of the site carpentry and bench joinery courses at City College is to provide you with practical skills, underpinning knowledge and a broad understanding of the diversity of the construction industry.

You’ll explore the roles and responsibilities of the people who work in the industry and the possible career progression routes.

Based at our Central Campus in the heart of Brighton, you will be taught by tutors who have experience and up-to-date knowledge of the construction industry and will have access to first class facilities with up-to-date tools, equipment and machinery. The courses will provide you with the knowledge and skills to confidently apply for work within the industry, and you will also get the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in real-life contexts such as the refurbishment of social housing, Brighton Festival exhibitions, various local community initiatives and charity projects in Europe and Africa.

Our carpentry team will also support you to develop your entrepreneurial skills through a variety of enrichment and fundraising activities, including an ongoing project in Kenya, where our carpentry students help rebuild local community facilities.

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Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade F or equivalent, to include GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics.

If you do not meet the entry requirements for this Level 1 course, please see our Pathways courses on page 75.

Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade D, to include GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics. Level 1 Foundation Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery.

Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery Entry requirements: Evidence of a Level 2 carpentry qualification.

Apprenticeships available in this area, see page 21.

Further study

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On completion of the Level 1 course there is opportunity to progress on to Level 2 and on completion of that, on to Level 3. There are also opportunities to move between the different construction areas at the end of the Level 1 and 2 courses.

Employers expect a recognised level of English, mathematics and ICT and this will have been embedded in your learning at the College. Due to the skills shortage within the local and national construction industry, your qualifications will make you highly employable. Salaries are very competitive when you are fully qualified and experienced carpenters can expect to earn ÂŁ35000+ per year. There are also opportunities for career development into site management or project management.

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“Anyone who wants to become a chef in Brighton will go to City College to get trained. You get taught all the classic dishes and fundamental skills which give you a good basis from where you can start creating your own ideas.�

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Catering & Hospitality If you have a passion for cooking and hospitality, City College is renowned in the local catering industry as being the place to study. Our catering department, staffed by tutors with extensive experience as professional chefs and restaurateurs, offers a range of practical courses that have been designed to prepare you for a successful career in this challenging but rewarding sector. The courses cover health and safety, food hygiene, professional food service, healthy eating and nutrition, methods of cookery, food costing and menu creation. If you progress through to Level 3, you will be able to develop your supervisory and management skills, whilst continuing to enhance the advanced culinary or food service skills you need to further your career.

Based at our Central Campus, you’ll benefit from modern facilities such as industry standard training kitchens and our restaurant ‘The Gallery’. This realistic working environment enables you to develop your skills through cooking for and serving real customers. Students work in mixed level groups, helping Level 1 students to feel comfortable in the new college environment while also enabling Level 3 students to develop their supervision and management skills. You’ll also benefit from our excellent links with famous venues including the Michelin-starred Pass Restaurant at South Lodge, the Hilton and the Grand Hotel. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to be involved in events which raise over £8,000 each year for local charities.

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Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Culinary Skills Entry requirements: No formal entry requirements. All applicants will need to attend an interview.

Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery / Certificate in Professional Food and Beverage Service Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E. Minimum grade C in GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics, or an equivalent Level 1 qualification in the same vocational subject.

Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery Entry requirements: Minimum Level 2 qualification in the same vocational subject.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Diploma in Food and Beverage Service Supervision

Apprenticeships available in this area, see page 21.

Entry requirements: Minimum Level 2 qualification in the same vocational subject.

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You can progress through the levels and then on to higher education. Many students have also successfully applied to the Exclusive Hotel Groups Chefs Academy Programme, widely recognised as one of the country’s leading professional chef training schemes. In past years, a quarter of successful applicants on this programme have come from City College. City College offers a range of foundation degrees suitable for those interested in careers in catering, hospitality and event management (see page 27).

We have close links with many local employers working at all levels within the industry and over 90% of our Level 3 students go straight into full-time industry-based employment. Whilst focusing on key industry skills we also help you to develop your customer service and communication skills, key to success in the hospitality industry. With support for mathematics and English, including practical examples embedded within the catering courses, students leave college truly work-ready.

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“I’ve really enjoyed learning at City College.

It’s such a supportive atmosphere and I want to work with children with additional needs so the skills I’ve gained are really important for my future.”

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Childcare Have you always wanted to work with children? Would you like a career where you can make a real difference to a child’s development? We can offer you courses that will help develop the skills and knowledge needed to work with children and their families in a variety of settings. This could include nurseries, children’s centres or pre-schools. Half of the course is theory and classroom-based and half is practical in a nursery setting. All our childcare lecturing team have worked in the industry, so they can also provide you with real life experience and training.

Level 1

Depending on the level you are studying, you will learn about child development, caring for children, working with parents, the current Early Years curriculum in schools, communication skills, emotional and social development and food and nutrition. The Childcare department at our East Campus is highly respected within the industry. You’ll gain experience in a Day Nursery or Primary School, have opportunities to work together on projects to raise money for local charities, as well as volunteering at community events.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade D or equivalent, to include English and 1 GCSE at grade C. Applicants who have a Level 1 qualification in childcare can progress on to the Level 2 but will also need a Level 1 Functional Skills qualification in English or equivalent.

Pathways course available

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Level 2 Cache Certificate in an introduction to Early Years Education and Care

Level 3 BTEC diploma in Children’s Play, Learning and Development (year 1) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade A - C, including English. Applicants who hold a Level 2 must have achieved a merit or distinction and hold a Level 2 in Functional Skills in English. Applicants should be aware that if they wish to progress on to nursing or teaching they must hold a grade C in GCSE Mathematics, GCSE English and GCSE Science.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Apprenticeships available in this area, see page 21.

BTEC extended Diploma in Children’s Play, Learning and Development (year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Play, Learning and Development at merit grade.

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As you complete Level 2, you can progress on to the Level 3 course or on to an Apprenticeship. Upon completion of Level 3, you can go on to study a degree in Early Years. You may also go on to study primary teaching at university. A Level 3 qualification is worth up to 420 UCAS points.

Many of our former students work as nursery practitioners in one of around 70 registered day nurseries in Brighton and Hove. In order to work in the Childcare industry, employers expect that all practitioners have GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade C or above and achieving this will be embedded in your learning at City College.

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Computing & IT services City College’s Computing department at our Central Campus specialises in delivering applied computing courses.

We pride ourselves on keeping up-to-date with cutting edge industry practice and our courses provide a sound theoretical and applied perspective to modern computing.

The application of computing and IT is taught through practical exercises in our well-equipped workshops. Our highly-experienced tutors use a variety of methods including short lectures, practical work, research, group work and presentations.

Level 1

On these courses, you will learn about subjects such as system support, networking technologies, software design, programming, web design, computing technologies and enterprise skills. Our courses will prepare you for the possibilities arising from new technological advancements that could await you in the next generation of computing devices. Due to our excellent relationship with both Sussex and Brighton Universities, you’ll also have the opportunity to participate in university lectures, see and try out software built by undergraduate students and gain information about higher education computing courses and possible career paths. If you don’t feel ready for a Level 2 course, there is a Level 1 Vocational Studies course available which is ideal if you would like a more general introduction to computing.

BTEC Certificate IN Information and Creative Technology (I&CT)

BTEC Diploma in Vocational Studies Entry requirements: A reasonable standard of English and mathematics (at least GCSE grade E or Entry Level 3), which will be assessed at interview.

Level 2

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grade D or above including GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English.

Level 3 BTEC Diploma for IT practitioners (year 1) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including GCSE Science, and GCSE Mathematics or GCSE English.

BTEC Extended Diploma for IT practitioners (Networking and Systems Support) (year 2) Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma for IT practitioners at merit grade.

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If you achieve Level 2, you can progress on to the Level 3 Diploma in IT or a Level 3 course in a different subject. If you achieve Level 3, you can progress on to an undergraduate degree course. The Level 3 Diploma is worth up to 140 UCAS points and the Level 3 Extended Diploma up to 420 UCAS points.

Once qualified, you’ll be employable in areas such as software engineering, programming, web development, IT support, network engineering, software testing and quality assurance. Salaries in this sector for recently qualified staff range from £15,000 to £25,000.

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Dance If you want to be taught by leading dance practitioners then this is the course for you. Career and education opportunities in dance are expanding rapidly with British commercial dancers now considered amongst the best in the world. There are now many choices of progression routes into the industry and our students have been successful in gaining places at top universities and performing arts schools.

We actively support our students’ progression to further training. Each year academics and teachers from over 14 of the top universities, dance and drama schools come to our progression event. At this event students take part in workshops, listen to advice and ask questions to help them make intelligent decisions about their futures. They also learn how to create links and networks - vital skills in this industry.

Our aim is to equip our students with the skills they need to progress to work in this exciting industry. You will be introduced to a wide range of styles including street dance, contemporary, jazz, ballet, samba, capoeira, Cuban and Bollywood. All the styles necessary for the modern, commercial dancer.

Level 3

You will also be challenged as a creative artist, being given the opportunity to develop your choreography skills for solo and group performances. We believe in the power of experience and you will perform to the public regularly. We arrange three major public showcases throughout the year, ending in a large scale show at the College’s main theatre in the centre of Brighton. You will also have opportunities to gain work experience as a dancer and as a workshop leader.

In the past our students have performed at the Sussex Spring Awards, Let’s Dance, Take Part Festival, The Kemp Town Carnival, The Brighton Festival and The Brighton Fringe amongst many others.

UAL Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Dance (Year 1) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C with a grade C in English.

UAL Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Dance (Year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Dance at merit grade.

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The Diploma is the equivalent of 1½ A Levels, the Extended Diploma is the equivalent of 3 A levels. The UAL qualifications are developed by one of the top Arts Universities in the country and are the perfect preparation for progression to studying a performance or arts-based subject at university. Previous students have progressed on to The Brighton Academy, University of East London (UEL), Chichester University and Roehampton University among others.

There is no limit to a career in dance as long as you have the talent, the will-power and you like hard, physical work. Our course seeks to give you the skills, training and confidence to forge a career using dance. Careers available include teaching, performing, dance movement therapy, choreography, arts administrator or management.

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Digital Arts City College is the place to study digital media and games design as our Digital Arts department consistently achieves excellent success rates. Based at our Central Campus in North Laine - the heart of Brighton’s creative and digital scene - you’ll have access to fantastic industry-standard computer facilities and great links with the local business community.

These UAL-accredited courses will help you to develop skills in the design and creation of interactive products and computer games. Following industry practice, our courses provide you with the theoretical and software skills you need, with opportunities to take part in ‘live’ briefs set by industry specialists. Whether you are looking to progress to university, or to improve your skills for jobs in industry, one of our popular courses will help you on your career path.

You’ll also be supported to retake English and mathematics if necessary. Depending on your course, you will use Mac or PC computers with industry-standard software including the Adobe Creative Suite, 3D studio Max, Motionbuilder, Mudbox and Unreal Development kit.

You will have the opportunity to progress through the all the levels of our digital arts courses. After Level 2 you’ll also have option to move to a Level 3 film-making course and after Level 3 Year 1, you may be able to progress on to study photography at university. After completing Level 3 Year 2, you can progress on to higher education or seek a Digital Media Apprenticeship.

These courses earn you the following UCAS points: UAL Level 3 Diploma: Pass - 100, Merit - 160, Distinction - 210; UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Pass - 180, Merit - 280, Distinction - 420.

Employment opportunities Job opportunities can be found in areas such as web design, games design, motion graphics and video and animation. Our students are well placed to gain Apprenticeships or be offered an entry-level job in some of the best digital companies in the country.

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UAL Diploma in Art & Design (Creative Media Production Pathway) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade G or equivalent including a creative subject, or equivalent vocational entrylevel qualifications. All applicants must submit a portfolio and project work at interview which demonstrates creative skills at a suitable level.

Level 2 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology (Creative Media Production Pathway) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E or equivalent, to include a creative subject like art, design or technology.

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At interview you will be required to present work which demonstrates your ability to express and develop your ideas through use of creative computer software applications.

You will also need to talk about your desire to work in the computer games design industry.

UAL Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology - Games (Year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology - Games at merit grade.

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City College is committed to providing our students with the skills and qualifications that employers require, so we are offering Level 1 and 2 courses designed to give a solid introduction to the practices and processes of engineering.

If you’re interested in a career in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, these courses will cover the basic knowledge and skills that are relevant to a wide variety of careers and study routes within the industry. Our tutors are industry-experienced professionals and they will provide you with an understanding of a range of potential careers and Apprenticeships in the sector. With their experience and knowledge, our tutors will help you make an informed decision about which engineering sector best suits your skills.

Level 1 Diploma in Engineering Technologies Entry requirements: There are no formal entry requirements.

However, we do prefer students to have 4 GCSEs at E or above, including GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English.

Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations Entry requirements: Grade D or above in GCSE Mathematics, GCSE Science, and GCSE English at grade E or above, or a Level 1 qualification in Engineering.

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This course can enable progression on to a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering or other related subjects.

Upon successful completion of theses courses, there are opportunities for employment in the engineering or manufacturing sector in roles such as engineering technician, sheet metal worker, welder or mechanical engineering technician.

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“Being at City College has really helped me come out of my shell and be more confident because the tutors have been so supportive. I want to do an Apprenticeship next and I feel like the course here has prepared me for that.�

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Electrical Are you interested in being part of the exciting and growing electrical industry? If you enrol on to our electrical courses, you will gain the technical skills and knowledge you need.

Our courses will enable you to complete the theory units of the full diplomas required to be fully qualified and employable in this sector.

You will be taught by qualified electricians who have a wealth of industry experience and you will have full access to our workshop facilities. Depending on what level of training or education you are currently at, you will develop skills and experience in working safely in an engineering environment, assembly of cable containment, wiring and testing electrical equipment, maintaining electrical systems and some basic electronic circuit assembly.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Level 1 Diploma in Electrical/Plumbing Installation (CG7202) Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grade D or equivalent, to include GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics. You will also need to complete an industry-standard multiple choice assessment called a BPEC test, which you must pass at interview with a minimum of 55%.

Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation (CG2365) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade D or equivalent, including grade C in GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics.

You will also need to complete an industry-standard multiple choice assessment called a BPEC test, which you must pass at interview with a minimum of 70%.

Level 3 Further study On completion of Level 1, you will have the opportunity to choose between Level 2 Electrical or Plumbing. Level 2 and 3 qualifications can enable you to progress on to an Apprenticeship, with a small amount of theory work to do. Your career path may then lead to a wide range of Level 2-4 technical qualifications.

Employment opportunities Brighton & Hove is a prime location for building services. Salaries could range between £25,000£50,000 per year or more depending on experience and qualifications. It is important to remember, though, that employers in this sector expect a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal, team-working, problem-solving and time-management skills.

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Diploma in Electrical Installation (CG2365) Entry requirements: This course requires successful completion of CG2365 Level 2 qualification. If you’re a progressing City College student, your Functional Skills/GCSE results from B00010TC will be taken into consideration. If you’re from another college, a minimum of grade C in GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English is required and you will also need to pass the aptitude test during interview.

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“It’s really pleasing to see City College’s film-making students respond so well to the opportunity of working in a major arts venue and gain valuable real experience of filming live events as well as an understanding of the new technology involved to deliver live streaming which we hope will help them in their future careers.”

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Our UAL-accredited courses will enable you to gain the theoretical, practical and software skills you need to succeed.

Taught by dedicated, supportive tutors with in-depth industry experience, you’ll be given a sound platform from which to progress on to your chosen speciality. The core employability skills you’ll gain are creative approaches to filmmaking, camera work, lighting and editing while also developing your team-working, problem-solving, organisational and communication skills. You’ll also have support to retake GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English if required.

Students have the opportunity to use their skills in live projects such as multi-camera broadcasts for the Brighton Festival and promotional videos for real clients. Through Brighton Live, our student-led production company, you’ll develop your business and enterprise skills and work in joint projects with our music, acting, dance and sports students.

Level 1 UAL Diploma in Art & Design - Film Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade G or equivalent including a creative subject, or equivalent vocational entrylevel qualifications. All applicants must submit a portfolio and project work at interview which demonstrates creative skills at a suitable level.

Level 2 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology - Film Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E or equivalent including grade D in English. You will be asked to explain your interest in filmmaking at interview and show some creative work. This can be artwork, photography or films you have made.

Level 3 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology - film (Year 1)

Further study You will have the opportunity to progress through the all the levels of our film-making courses. After Level 2 you’ll also have option to move to another Level 3 course such as Digital Arts. After completing Level 3 Year 2, you can progress on to higher education.

These courses earn you the following UCAS points: UAL Level 3 Diploma: Pass - 100, Merit - 160, Distinction - 210; UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Pass - 180, Merit - 280, Distinction - 420.

Employment opportunities The skills developed through the course can lead to employment in the industry at a technician level or you may be able to find work on a freelance basis.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C including grade C in English. A proven commitment to filmmaking such as Media GCSE with film project, membership of film clubs/societies or evidence of making films at home. At your interview, you will be required to talk about your interest in a filmmaking career and present work which demonstrates your ability to express and develop your ideas through storyboarding, film or photography.

UAL Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology -film (Year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology - Film at merit grade.

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Foundation Learning If you are unsure of what subject to study or need some support with college or study confidence, have been home-educated, are anxious about college or have not gained the qualifications you need, our Vocational Studies Level 1 and Level 2 Study Programmes can give you a stepping stone to progression. Vocational Studies offers the chance to study with specialist teaching staff with Teaching Support Assistants in every class. This gives you an opportunity to improve your study skills and build confidence.

Level 1

We offer one day of Professional Skills alongside three vocational days where you will have the option of choosing three subjects to study for the year. The options could include: art, media studies, childcare, catering, digital photography, construction, creative ICT, enterprise, volunteering and textiles. These options may be subject to change. Functional Skills English and mathematics are taught as part of the programme.

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Other courses available include: Entry Level

Vocational Studies 1 year study programme Entry requirements: You must be at an appropriate level to cope with the academic demands of the course. All applicants are interviewed and assessed on an individual basis for suitability for this course.

Vocational Studies 1 year study programme Entry requirements: You must have at least a Level 1 qualification or equivalent. All applicants will be assessed for suitability for this course.

Further study Following successful completion of Vocational Studies, you could progress from Level 1 to Level 2 or on to a specific Level 2 or Level 3 course area, an Apprenticeship or to employment.

Life Skills Study Programmes Entry requirements: Applicants must be 16-23 years old.

Employment opportunities

Entry Level 3 or Level 1 Foundation Catering Entry requirements: You must have the appropriate skills to cope with the academic and catering demands of the course.

You will be working in the professional kitchen alongside other classes. All applicants are interviewed and assessed. It may be possible to start at Entry Level 3 and progress to Level 1 the following year. Applicants must be 16-23 years old.

Employability skills, mathematics and English are embedded into all classes with visits to job centres and employment agencies. Our students benefit from talks from local employers and the courses include visits to retail, hospitality and office-based work environments.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

“The quality of the teaching is amazing which makes it easier to learn and you’re offered great opportunities that you wouldn’t get elsewhere. I recommend this course for anyone who is lacking in confidence and needs a little extra support.”

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“It’s been great interacting with other students and clients and our tutors are very committed to getting you to the stage where you can feel totally confident in cutting hair by yourself. City College is a very nice environment full of all kinds of different people and everyone gets on great.”

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Hairdressing & Barbering Hairdressing is an exciting and expanding creative industry that offers diverse opportunities in further education, training and employment. As one of the South East’s major providers of hairdressing courses, City College is an exceptional place to train in hairdressing with excellent links with local employers.

Level 1

You will have the chance to learn in a practical environment at our Central Campus which will prepare you for the world of work or further training. As well as the hands-on, creative lessons in well-equipped training salons, you will have the opportunity to work in our professional City Revival salons, which are open to the public. All of our courses are taught by staff with a high level of expertise and salon experience.

If you do not meet the entry requirements for this Level 1 course, please see our Pathways courses on page 75.

Each year, our students dazzle the city with their creativity in our annual Hair Show spectacular, which showcases their skills and talents to the major employers who look forward to receiving applications from our graduates. These shows have also raised a total of £7500 for Sussex Macmillan Cancer Support since 2009 and students regularly get involved in fundraising activities for Macmillan and other local charities.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade G and above.

Level 2 Diploma in Barbering VRQ Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E and above, to include GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics.

Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing VRQ Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E and above, to include GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics.

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Entry requirements: Level 2 Hairdressing Diploma either VRQ or NVQ.

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After Level 1, you can progress to Level 2 Hairdressing or Level 2 Barbering or alternatively to a Level 2 Apprenticeship in a salon. After Level 2 Hairdressing, you can progress on to a Level 3 VRQ Hairdressing Diploma or alternatively on to a Level 3 Apprenticeship in a salon. After Level 2 Barbering, you can progress to Level 3 Barbering Diploma or into employment in barber shops. After Level 3, the progression routes are into industry to work your way up to senior stylist, manager or salon owner.

The hairdressing and barbering industry is continuously growing and evolving and once qualified, you will have skills and confidence to apply for a diverse range of employment. After Level 2 and 3, you can apply for stylist jobs in salons, hotels, health & fitness spas, department stores or cruise ships. Opportunities may also be available for stylists in the TV and film industry and many of our former students are now running their own businesses. Opportunities are also available for assessors in the hairdressing sector or in education.

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“At City College, everyone has always helped me if I’ve struggled and the people here are really friendly and supportive. I would really like to work in adult social care and learning at City College will help me get to university so I can achieve that.”

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Health & Social Care Would you like to have a satisfying and rewarding career working to support and help people in health and social care?

We offer a range of diplomas and qualifications at our East Campus that will prepare you for an exciting, challenging and stimulating career. You will also have the opportunity to attend a work placement, work on fundraising projects and help out at community events.

A health and social care qualification can open the door to many different job roles including care worker, youth worker, health care assistant or in an organisation working with children and adults who have special needs. The qualification can also help you to progress on to university.

Depending on what level you study, you can expect to increase your skills and confidence in communication, cultural diversity, the impact of diet, anatomy and physiology, therapeutic activities, development of life stages and sociological and physiological perspectives.

The care industry is rapidly changing, with new government initiatives giving it a higher profile. These developments mean that it is more important than ever that well-qualified, experienced people enter the industry to meet this demand.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Pathways course available

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Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade D or equivalent, to include English and 1 GCSE at grade C. If you have a Level 1 in Health & Social Care you should be aware that you will be expected to have a Level 1 in English.

Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (year 1) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C or equivalent, to include English. If you wish to progress to nursing or teaching you will need a grade A - C in GCSE English, GCSE Mathematics and GCSE Science. If you hold a Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care you will need to have passed with a merit or distinction and hold a Level 2 Functional Skills English or equivalent.

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Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care at merit grade.

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Once you have completed the Level 2 qualification you may go on to an Apprenticeship in a care home or progress to Level 3. After completing Level 3, there will be opportunities to apply for university degrees in nursing or social work.

Once qualified, you will have opportunities to work in care homes, care agencies, youth work or play work.

However, in order to complete personal care you must be over 18 years old. There are currently over a hundred care homes in Brighton & Hove and care assistants will earn as a starting salary of around ÂŁ8.50 an hour. This rises as you gain experience.

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“I came here from Lithuania to study and my course at City College has taught me real life skills for working in the Motor Trade. I was also lucky enough to be a part of the Traids4Aid project helping local communities in Tanzania.

It was the most incredible experience of my life and gave me a completely different perspective on the world. It helped me realise how lucky I am and made me want to work hard to achieve my best.�

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Motor Vehicle Have you always wanted to work in the motor vehicle industry? City College offers a full range of courses in Light Vehicle Repair which are certified and recognised by the Institute of the Motor Vehicle Industry. Courses are held at our East Campus in our state-of-the-art training garage, making us a top choice destination for aspiring mechanics.

All levels cover the technical needs for today’s motor vehicle repair industry and you can expect to learn about diagnosis of complex systems faults and advanced systems operations.

Your training will provide you with essential knowledge for service technicians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all types of garage, dealership and maintenance depots.

Level 1 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Entry requirements: No formal entry requirements.

All applicants will attend an interview and complete an aptitude test.

If you don’t feel ready for this Level 1 course, please see our Pathways courses on page 75.

Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Apprenticeships available in this area, see page 21.

Entry requirements: GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics grade C or better, 2 further GCSEs at grade C or better and 1 GCSE at grade D or better, Motor Vehicle Maintenance Level 1 Diploma or a minimum of 12 months’ motor vehicle industry experience. You must also have the basic skills and experience needed for this level of course.

Level 3 Light Vehicle Diagnostics & Rectification Entry requirements: A Level 2 motor vehicle qualification, or a minimum of 18 months’ motor vehicle industry experience.

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There are opportunities to progress through each level and you may also consider progressing on to an Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle. This will enable you to acquire the transferable skills required to work within a range of job roles within both the retail motor industry and other sectors. This qualification also provides a high level of underpinning knowledge and skills which may allow progression on to some higher education qualifications in automotive and engineering-related subjects.

The qualifications you gain at City College will help provide entry into a range of employment opportunities with independent or franchised dealerships and repairers or in roles such as diagnostic technician and MOT tester.

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Multi-Trades Gaining multi-trades skills at City College opens many different opportunities within the construction industry. Our courses are taught by tutors with many years of experience in the construction industry. You will train across brickwork, painting and decorating, plastering, carpentry, plumbing and tiling. With both job opportunities and Apprenticeships open to our students, a Multi-trades Diploma will give you an excellent chance of entering employment after college.

Level 1

Multi-trades students are based at our East Campus in a specialist technology centre, where you will find industrystandard facilities. You’ll gain practical skills and technical knowledge which will enable you to work alongside other student training in related fields replicating a construction site. You will train in safe working practices, building methods and construction technology, masonry repairs, decorative and plastering repairs, plumbing, carpentry and much more. Assessment will be through a mixture of practical assignments and online examinations.

If you do not meet the entry requirements for this Level 1 course, please see our Pathways courses on page 75.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Construction multi-skills Entry requirements: All applicants must attend an interview and have basic measuring skills and some experience of using basic hand tools.

Level 2 Building Maintenance, Multi-trades Operations Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E or equivalent, to include GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade C. All applicants must attend an interview and should have basic measuring skills and some experience of using basic hand tools.

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After Level 1, you can progress on to Level 2 and then on to an Apprenticeship. Depending on the entrance criteria, it might be possible to move into a different Level 2 trade area. After Level 3 you will be qualified to progress into employment or work freelance.

The construction and building maintenance industry is varied and a wide range of training and jobs are available with both large national organisations and small local companies. City College has a strong reputation with local employers, many of which have our former students working for them. Some jobs focus on the construction of new buildings and others on the renovation, repair and maintenance of existing buildings - our past students are currently working with national companies such as Mears and local general builders.

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“I’ve learnt so much about working in the music industry, like how to promote yourself and what sort of career options there are. I’ve already started to do some freelance work outside of college and the skills and knowledge I’ve gained on my course have been really useful in helping me get work.”

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Music Performance & Music Production City College’s Music department offers exciting and lively vocational music courses designed to equip you with the skills and experience needed in the music industry. Budding producers, performers and events managers will benefit from courses taught by practising industry professionals in high quality studios and music production suites. Our Level 3 courses have consistently high success rates and provide an excellent foundation for progression on to higher education.

We believe that the best way to learn is to do, so all learning is centred on practical projects and vocational scenarios.

Music Performance students form bands and play at least ten gigs per year in Brighton and further afield, and our Music Production students record bands in our professional studios. Students also learn about various aspects of the music industry through the running of their own label, Brighton Records, which promotes and releases student productions. On these creative courses, all students are encouraged to develop their compositional skills, writing and producing their own music.

Level 3 UAL Diploma in Music Performance and Production (year 1) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C, to include GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics. You will be asked to bring evidence of music you have composed and/or produced either on a CD or provide a link to a portfolio of work.

UAL Extended Diploma in Music Performance and Production (year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance and Production at merit grade.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Brighton is a great place to live and study, with a very lively music scene and diverse arts and cultural events and festivals. We have excellent links with the local music industry and regularly host guest speakers. There are plentiful opportunities for work experience and volunteering for events such as The Great Escape.

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After completing Level 3, you may be able to progress on to higher education Music courses, including the Music Production Foundation Degree at City College (see page 27).

These courses will give you a good grounding in many areas of the music industry including performer, songwriter, producer, live sound engineer, studio technician, session musician, events manager, record company executive, publisher and promoter.

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“I feel like my Painting & Decorating course has opened up a lot of career opportunities for me and I can get a job now, which is great. I’d also really like to become an interior designer in the future, so when I finish my course I’m going to continue my studies at university.”

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Work in the painting and decorating industry can be a rewarding career choice. With job opportunities and Apprenticeships open to City College students, a painting and decorating qualification will provide you with an excellent chance of entering employment.

Painting & Decorating

At our East Campus specialist technology centre, we provide industry-standard facilities. You’ll gain practical skills and technical knowledge which will enable you to build and make items you’ll be proud of, while working alongside other student groups training in related fields - replicating a construction site. You will be trained in specialist decorative techniques, applying paint systems by brush and roller and applying wall coverings.

As well as your training, you will get involved in some great community projects which will look fantastic on your CV. You will be taught by qualified staff with years of experience in the construction industry. You will also have many opportunities to work with local employers and on community projects which will help you to gain wider business and selfemployment skills.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade E, including grade C in either GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics or a Level 1 qualification in the same vocational area. All applicants must attend an interview.

Level 3 Painting & Decorating Entry requirements: Evidence of a Level 2 qualification in Painting & Decorating.

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The construction and building maintenance industry is varied and a wide range of training and jobs are available with both large national organisations and small local companies. City College has a strong reputation with local employers, many of which have our former students working for them. Some jobs focus on the construction of new buildings and others on the renovation, repair and maintenance of existing buildings - our past students are currently working with national companies such as Mears and local general builders.

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“Doing a Pathways course at City College has been a really good experience, I feel like it’s helped me to reach my potential.

Before I came here I struggled at school but now I’m confident I can progress to Level 2 and 3 and eventually go on to university to study to become a PE teacher.”

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pathways Taught in small, supported and friendly groups, Pathways is a fun, practical way to enter education and training. With the support and help of our friendly tutors, we will work with you to develop your skills, boost your confidence and provide you with lots of advice and guidance along the way. At the end of the programme, you will have a much better idea of what you might want to do in the future and will have gained a certificate that will enable you to enrol on to another course or further training.

Level 1

As part of Pathways, we offer many employability and enterprise opportunities which have included setting up a pop-up shop in Brighton and painting a primary school playground. You’ll also have the opportunity to be part of our ‘Trades4Aid’ charity project. This involves a team of students and staff travelling to Tanzania to be part of a Construction project, which helps people in a remote village community.

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Motor Vehicle Business Entry requirements: There are no formal entry requirements for this course but students will need to be able to demonstrate that their English is at Entry Level 3 or above.

If students have not achieved any formal qualifications at school, then they will be given the opportunity to do an assessment at College to provide evidence that they are capable of Entry Level 3.

Further study

Employment opportunities

Once you have completed a Pathways programme, you can progress on to further education or training. For many students, it will be appropriate to progress on to Level 2 courses or Apprenticeship. Some students will continue to work at Level 1 and therefore can progress on to suitable Level 1 courses.

Pathways courses are an ideal stepping stone on to vocational qualifications which can lead to a wide variety of job opportunities.

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Using fast-paced, industry-standard briefs, you will also develop visual awareness, idea-generation skills, analytical skills and critical judgement.

You will be working in well-equipped photographic studios, editing suites and darkrooms with a dedicated teaching team who have a wide range of professional expertise and experience as practising photographers. Your tutors will encourage a strong work ethic, enabling you to be selfmotivated and well-prepared for working in the creative industries.

During your first year, you will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of assignments introducing you to analogue, digital, studio and visual language skills before progressing on to the second year, in which you can develop an independent and critical approach to your photography.

Level 3 UAL Diploma in Art & Design Photography (Year 1) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C to include English and an art-related subject. You will be expected to attend a portfolio review interview where you will need to demonstrate your suitability for the course.

UAL Extended Diploma in Art & Design Photography (Year 2) Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Art & Design Photography at merit grade.

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Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

Further study

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After finishing the Extended Diploma, many students progress to university. You may wish to continue at City College and study a foundation degree, or students have consistently achieved places at prestigious universities such as Westminster, Newport, Falmouth, Bournemouth or the University of the Arts London. The qualifications earn the following UCAS points: UAL Diploma: Pass - 100, Merit - 160, Distinction - 210; UAL Extended Diploma: Pass - 180, Merit - 280, Distinction - 420.

Many trained photographers provide their services to clients on a freelance basis and there are opportunities in areas such weddings, portraits, advertising, editorial, press, photojournalism, fashion, industrial/commercial, scientific/medical and police/forensic photography.

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Photography - Post A-level The UAL Foundation Photography course based in City College’s vibrant Visual Arts department in Brighton’s North Laine area, is designed for post-A-level students to give you an exciting and engaging year of photographic study. The course enables you to produce a sophisticated portfolio that can be used to progress on to university or employment. With an emphasis on problem-solving and critical thinking, you will be challenged to be inventive, exploring problems from new angles and developing your own creative solutions.

The course balances structured sessions with independent learning and development and is taught through a series of assignments addressing a wide range of photographic practices. Lessons are a mix of engaging lectures, practical workshops and individual practice combined with regular critiques and feedback. The course allows for specialist pathways in the spring and summer term, and culminates in a sophisticated exhibition of self-generated work.

Level 3/4 UAL Foundation Diploma in Art & Design - Photography Entry requirements: Grade C in at least one A-Level in a creative subject, and 5 GCSEs at grade A*- C including GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics, plus a strong portfolio of art and design work. You must be 18 years of age or over on the 1st September of the year your course begins.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

There are opportunities to take part in many live projects throughout the year including getting shots of around 100 models for the College’s annual Hair Show spectacular, creating headshots for the dance and drama students and working with fashion students to capture fashion photography. There is also the exciting opportunity to experience photographing a live catwalk show at the London Fashion Weekend event as well as developing your entrepreneurial skills through a charity craft fair selling photography products and cards.

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After finishing the Foundation Diploma, many students progress to university. You may wish to continue at City College and study a foundation degree, or students have consistently achieved places at prestigious universities such as Westminster, Newport, Falmouth, Bournemouth or the University of the Arts London. The qualification earns the following UCAS points: Pass - 165, Merit 225, Distinction - 285

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“The tutors here explain everything really well and they’re always happy to offer you extra help if you need it.

My course has helped me realise that I really want to pursue a career in plumbing, it’s helped me focus” Jack Thomsett plumbing student

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Plumbing The plumbing industry continues to grow and is very competitive. Our courses have therefore been designed to give you the skills and confidence to get out there and work for yourself, winning jobs and contracts.

Level 1

Depending on what level you are studying at, you can expect to learn about the principles of health and safety, environmental awareness, plumbing theory, plumbing practice, cold and hot water processes, sanitation, central heating and employment rights. Our Level 1 course will give you basic knowledge and skills for plumbing, but if you want to gain employment you will need to progress on to our Level 2 course.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade D, to include GCSE Mathematics, GCSE English and GCSE Science. Applicants will need to pass the aptitude test set at interview with 50%.

You will gain the technical skills and knowledge to secure employment within the plumbing industry. Our courses will allow you to complete the theory units of the full diplomas you need to be fully qualified - employment within the plumbing industry is essential to becoming fully qualified.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade D or equivalent, to include GCSE English and GCSE Science, with GCSE Mathematics at grade C. Direct entry students will also need to pass the aptitude test at interview with 75%. Progressing students will need to have passed Level 1 plus their Functional Skills or GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English.

You will also benefit from the knowledge of an excellent teaching team with a wealth of industry experience. We have a strong record of students going on to be successful and this has been recognised in recent years by student success at the Sussex Spring Awards.

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Apprenticeships available in this area, see page 21.

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Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing Studies Entry requirements: Evidence of a Level 2 qualification. If you’re a progressing City College student, your Functional Skills or GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English results from Level 2 course will be taken in to consideration. If you’re from another college a minimum of grade C in GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English is required and you will also need to pass an aptitude test during interview.

Further study

Employment opportunities

To achieve the Level 2 qualification, you will have completed two onsite performance modules demonstrating health and safety in the workplace plus installation and maintenance and also passed the environmental exam. Once you have achieved the Level 2 qualification, you can progress on to the Level 3 Diploma or a Level 3 Apprenticeship where you will learn about complex hot and cold systems and gain in-depth knowledge of water and building regulations.

A career in plumbing is generally a well paid career and the average salary nationwide is approximately £30,000 per annum. Employers will expect you to be self-motivated and have excellent customer service skills.

You’ll also be expected to confidently work unsupervised, have an aptitude for problem solving and maintain high standards of workmanship. Good mathematics and English is essential in the industry.

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“The Prince’s Trust Team programme helped me regain my confidence as well as completely change my outlook on life. I now choose to be a positive person and know I have what it takes to achieve whatever I set out to do. I couldn’t have done it without the programme.”

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Prince’s Trust team programme If you feel that you need to develop confidence, motivation, communication and life skills, then joining the Prince’s Trust Team programme could be perfect for you. It’s a free, intensive 12-week personal development course for 16 - 25 year olds, offering exciting challenges and the chance to uncover your hidden talents, complete a qualification and improve your chances of getting a job. 3 out of 4 young people progress into work or training within three months of completing the programme.

The Prince’s Trust is a highly respected charity that helps young people in the UK who are not in work, education or training. On the programme, you’ll work as part of a small team based at one of our three sites across Brighton & Hove.

Our friendly and supportive team leaders will guide you through each phase of the programme, as you develop new skills. The programme includes an action-packed week away from home, a work placement, challenging community-based projects of your choosing and an end-of-team presentation to celebrate your achievements. Our data shows that within one year of completing the programme, 90% of students are engaged in education, employment, training or volunteering.

100% of students report increased levels of confidence and motivation by the end of the programme. The programme offers the chance to make new friends, take on a potentially life-changing challenge and make a difference in the local community. Some students are offered paid work as a result of their work placement.

Our year-round courses are available across the city.

Visit www.ccb.ac.uk for more information.

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Further study Thanks to the development of their confidence, leadership, motivation and communication skills, the Prince’s Trust Team programme has enabled many students to progress on to further education, access courses, or higher education.

If you are demonstrating readiness, there could also be the potential for you to progress on to an Apprenticeship. If you need to gain work experience before accessing an Apprenticeship, you could start with a Pre-Apprenticeship programme to develop skills and confidence in the workplace. These start year-round and are for 16-18 year olds (see page 23).

Employment opportunities Students completing City College’s Prince’s Trust Team Programme have progressed into careers in a wide variety of sectors including catering, childcare, media and leisure and tourism. Employers expect their staff to be reliable, committed, positive and willing to ask for help. Good English and mathematics skills (ideally Level 2) are required for all roles. Many of our Prince’s Trust students also progress on to volunteering as a stepping stone to employment.

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“I was quite shy when I started on Public Services but the course really helped to build up my confidence and develop my leadership skills. The tutors were also very supportive and gave me a lot of encouragement to achieve at the highest level I could.�

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Public Services Would you like to learn the skills, discipline and knowledge required to equip you for a career in the police force, fire service, ambulance service, army or navy? Our exciting, active Public Services department provides you with all the support you need to get qualified and employed, or ready for university.

Level 1

On any level of programme, you can expect to study teamwork, leadership and interpersonal skills through your BTEC, DofE and Basic Expedition Leaders Award. You will gain understanding of citizenship and diversity, politics and discipline, along with knowledge of the wide-ranging career opportunities in the Public Services.

NCFE for Entry to the Uniformed Services (1 Year)

Based at our East Campus, you will have immediate access to fantastic sports facilities. You will also enjoy the specialist units such as outdoor and adventure expeditions, fitness training, expedition skills and water-based activities.

Learning will be varied and creative with an emphasis on practical skills, teamwork and fitness. You will visit public service organisations and hear guest speakers talking about their real-life public service experiences. The course also provides outward-bound expeditions and training opportunities with both the Armed Forces and Sussex Police.

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Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grade D or equivalent.

Level 3 NCFE for Entry to the Uniformed Services (1 Year) Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grade D or equivalent to include GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics. Merit or above in a Level 2 course.

BTEC Extended Diploma in Public Services (2 Years) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics.

Further study

Employment opportunities

A Level 2 qualification can lead to further academic studies at Level 3 or direct entry to a Uniformed Public Service, notably the Armed Forces. A Level 3 qualification enables your progression on to further academic studies at Level 3 or higher education. A Level 3 qualification is worth up to 420 UCAS points. It also can lead to direct entry to a Uniformed Public Service.

Public Services qualifications can enable entry to a range of course-related careers including the Police, Fire & Rescue Service, Armed Forces, Immigration Service and HM Prison Service. Most public services jobs require GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English at grade C or above. Employer expectations are that candidates show teamwork, leadership and communication skills, along with high levels of self-motivation and self-discipline.

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“As a parent, I can’t commend City College highly enough and I’m deeply grateful to the tutors who have contributed to Harry’s success, both academically and from a sporting perspective.”

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Sport If you love sport and want to develop your skills and knowledge so that you can pursue a career in the sports industry, these courses based at our East Campus are for you. On these courses you will study a broad range of sports subjects, from the human body in sports performance to psychology and social issues in sport, as well as learning skills in coaching and training.

You will have access to fantastic facilities including a fully equipped gym, a sports hall, a boxing ring and a full-size 3G floodlit pitch. We also have some of the best college sports teams in the country which regularly compete at both local and national level.

By offering you a range of industry-recognised qualifications our courses will help you to develop your practical sports skills as well as giving you the best chances for employment within the sports industry. You will have the chance to develop additional skills in leadership and fitness instructing and gain qualifications to support your progression into the world of sport, health and fitness.

Our highly skilled and motivated staff have a wealth of knowledge and experience in sport and excellent links with local employers and sports clubs, such as Brighton & Hove Albion FC and Sussex County Cricket Club. These links provide our students with amazing work experience and volunteering opportunities.

Level 1 Pathways course available

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Level 2 Diploma in Sport Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade D or equivalent. You will need to have achieved a sports qualification at school to progress to this course.

Level 3 subsidiary diploma / 90 credit diploma in sport (Year 1) diploma / extended diploma in sport (Year 2) Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C or equivalent to include GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics. Merit grade on BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport.

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You can progress internally at the College from Level 1 to Level 2 to Level 3. After completion of Level 3, you may progress on to university courses to specialise in specific field of sport such as Sports Science, Sports Coaching, Exercise, Fitness & Health, Sports Development or Physical Education. Alternatively, students may choose to progress on to a sports Apprenticeship, further coaching pathways or higher fitness qualifications. Completing the Diploma in Sport is worth up to 240 UCAS points and the Extended Diploma is worth to 360 UCAS points.

The sport and active leisure sector continues to grow in the UK and sports qualifications can lead to opportunities in roles such as coach, sports official, play-worker, sports & leisure assistant, fitness instructor, pool/beach lifeguard and sports development officer.

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Sports Academies

Promoting Sporting Excellence alongside Education These unique one- or two-year programmes are designed for talented young people interested in football and boxing among other sports, to develop their sporting performance while continuing their education at the same time.

These programmes provide a network of support, education and coaching, which aim to develop sporting excellence in competitive surroundings. The courses are designed to nurture your talent and get the very best out of you as you progress through a vital period in your sporting development.

These programmes will ensure that you will get a solid understanding of the scientific and coaching principles behind elite-level performance, while also providing options for employment alongside and after your study.

Football Development Academy (open to males and females)

Boxing Elite Academy (open to males and females)

You will receive specialist coaching from a UEFA Licensed Coach for a minimum of four hours each week and play competitive matches in local and national league and cup competitions. You can gain qualifications and coaching badges such as:

Our nationally renowned boxing academy has already produced amateur boxers who have won national titles and call-ups to the Team GB Training Squads. Join the Academy and receive top coaching, nutrition and sports science advice and training from professional boxers and coaches.

Sport BTEC Diploma (Level 2 - 3)

Sport BTEC Diploma (Level 2 - 3)

Coaching FA Level 1 Certificate

Specialised units to compliment your progression through the amateur ranks

Emergency Aid FA Certificate

NVQ Level 2 in Sporting Excellence

Child protection module

Sports Leaders Awards

Sports Leaders Awards

Level 2 Gym Instructing

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The College also provides opportunities for students to participate and complete in a range of sports including rugby, netball and hockey.

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“I love learning about different countries and their cultures, it’s really interesting and we’ve had the chance to visit new places on trips too. I’ve also learnt a lot about marketing, which is what I’m going on to do at university and without this course I wouldn’t be doing that.”

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Travel & Tourism Travel and tourism is one of the most exciting industries in the world. You could be helping someone find their dream holiday, travelling the world as cabin crew, working as a holiday rep in sunny locations or progressing through the ranks to become a top manager.

Our courses, taught by staff with years of industry experience, also equip you with the skills and confidence to pursue a career in many other fields. If you don’t feel ready for a Level 2 course, the Level 1 Vocational Studies course provides a more general introduction to travel and tourism.

The department has fantastic links with some of the largest travel companies in the world, including British Airways, First Choice Holidays, Tui, Swissport, Menzies and Virgin Atlantic and guest speakers regularly share their industry knowledge with students. Students also benefit from overseas educational visits to destinations such as New York and Barcelona along with UK-based educational visits to locations such as Heathrow, Thorpe Park and the British Airways Training Academy.

Your chosen course will be part of a wider Study Programme, see page 15 for details.

BTEC Diploma Vocational Studies Entry requirements: A reasonable standard of English and mathematics (at least GCSE grade E or Entry Level 3), which will be assessed at interview.

Level 2 Take off into Travel Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade E or above including GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics or Functional Skills English Level 1-2 and Functional Skills Mathematics Level 1-2. Relevant Level 1 qualifications may be considered.

Moving on into Travel Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade D or above, including grade D or above in GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics or Functional Skills English Level 1-2 and Functional Skills Mathematics Level 1-2.

Further study

Air Cabin Crew

A Level 2 qualification can enable you to progress on to the Level 3 BTEC Diploma. This can lead on to our BTEC Extended Diploma, which is worth up to 420 UCAS points for progression to higher education.

Your higher education options include our range of tourism-based foundation degrees (see page 27).

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade E or above, including grade D or above in GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics or Functional Skills English Level 1-2 and Functional Skills Mathematics Level 1-2.

Employment opportunities Our courses include looking at job search methods, filling in application forms, preparing CVs and interview techniques which give you a good grounding for gaining employment in the industry. There are employment opportunities within most areas of travel and tourism, including airlines, tour operations, retail travel and tourist information centres. Some of our former students are working as cabin crew for BA, EasyJet, Virgin Atlantic and Thomas Cook and as holiday representatives for Thomas Cook and Tui.

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Level 3 Diploma in Travel & Tourism Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C or above to include GCSE English, and GCSE Mathematics at grade D or Functional Skills Level 2. Vocational Level 2 at distinction grade in 75% of individual units or above.

Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism Entry requirements: Level 3 Diploma in Travel & Tourism at merit grade.

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‘BRIGHTON’S BEST KEPT SECRET!’

The Travel & Tourism department operate our City Travel Bureau, a live training environment for students, providing a full search and travel booking facility to students and the general public. You can book holidays, educational visits, concerts and shows as well as train, ferry, bus and air tickets.

Call today and let us find your perfect holiday!

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Relax and enjoy superb cuisine prepared and served by our experienced staff and catering students at very affordable prices.

LUNCH SERVED (TERM-TIME ONLY): 12pm - 12.30pm (Tue - Fri)

DINNER SERVED (TERM-TIME ONLY): 7pm (Wed & Thur)

BOOK YOUR TABLE For reservations please email sp3@ccb.ac.uk or call:

Tel: 01273 667711

Also available for: Corporate functions Business lunches Gala dinners

City Revival is our refreshingly different hair and beauty salon offering relaxing treatments, therapies, stylish cuts and sports therapy at fantastic value.

All students work under the close supervision of experienced professionals. Relax and unwind in this hidden city retreat.

FANTASTIC PRICES: Cut and finish from £5.00 Full head tint from £20.00 Manicure from £6.00 Pedicure from £6.00 BOOK AN APPOINTMENT TODAY 01273 667790

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financial support Free college meals

College bursary for travel

If you have been eligible to receive free school meals while you have been at school it is very likely you will be eligible to have free college meals at City College. You will need to apply for this via the bursary application process - see below.

If you do not qualify for Local Authority Travel Support, you live more than two miles away (as the crow flies) from the College and your family is on a low income then we may be able to help you with this cost.

Bursaries

College bursary for kit and uniform

City College may be able to offer you financial support. The information below is a guide for students who will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August 2016. (Please note this is for guidance purposes only. The Bursary criteria for the 2016/17 academic year will not be available until April 2016).

If your course requires a kit or a uniform and your family is on a low income then you can apply for help with these costs.

Here is a summary of the funds that may be available to you:

The guaranteed bursary This is a payment of up to £1,200 per academic year if you are: • in care; • a care-leaver; • in receipt of Income Support or Universal Credits in your own name; or • disabled and in receipt of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) plus Employment Support Allowance (ESA) or Personal Independence Payments (PIP) in your own name.

Local authority travel support Your Local Authority may offer travel support if you are aged between 16 and 18 on 31st August 2016 and you or your family are in receipt of a means-tested benefit or Child Tax Credit, on a low income and live more than three miles away from the College.

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Care to learn If you are a young parent aged 19 or under when you start your course then Care to Learn may be able to help pay for your childcare costs. More information is available at https:// www.gov.uk/care-to-learn

Other student benefits There are a range of financial support packages for those students who would otherwise find it difficult to attend college.

You can benefit from cheap haircuts in the College’s Revival salon, reduced priced meals and drinks in the College refectory and low-priced stationery in the College shop. Our East Campus has a fully equipped gym that is also available to students outside of lesson times.

All students aged 16+ can apply for an NUS Extra card. These cards give discounts in a wide range of high street shops and some online retailers. Cards can be purchased online from www.nus.org.uk

Residential support scheme

You will not receive an award from the College if:

If you are moving to Brighton to study because the course you want to do is not available closer to home, then you may be able to get financial help with the cost of your term-time accommodation.

• you are under 16 years of age on 31st August 2016;

Please note the following very important information: • funding is limited and we may not be able to support every applicant. Being eligible to submit an application does not guarantee an award; • if you are awarded funding for kit or equipment then the College will order and supply these items for you. You will not be given funds to purchase these items; and • the application form asks for personal and financial information. You sign this application form to confirm that the information you have given us is correct. If you are awarded funding on the basis of false information then you may have your funding withdrawn and you may also be asked to return any funds you have received.

• you have any outstanding debts to the College; • you are planning to enrol on a course that does not receive government funding (you can check this with the Student Support team at the College); • you are receiving funding for a higher education course; • you are on a waged Apprenticeship; • you are on an adult learning course; or • you are in prison or a young offenders’ institution and are attending the College on day release.

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How to apply Before making an application to us, we offer all students the opportunity to come to the College and talk to our staff and tutors about coming to City College and the subject options available.

Apply online Applying online is simple. Visit www.ccb.ac.uk, navigate to your chosen course and click on the ‘apply online’ button.

You will be asked to set up an account and your details will be stored, which makes future applications even easier.

Fill in an application form Alternatively, fill out your details using the application form opposite or download a copy from our website, www.ccb.ac.uk. We will acknowledge receipt of your application within seven working days. If you are in a Brighton and Hove secondary school, you will be able to complete an application form with the support of your tutor.

Send your completed application form to: Admissions, City College Brighton and Hove, FREEPOST BR1671, Pelham Street, Brighton, BN1 4FA

We have a number of Open Evenings scheduled where we welcome you to come along to the College, meet our tutors and view our course facilities. For more details, visit www.ccb.ac.uk/openevenings, or see the back page of this course guide.

Course advice You can contact our Course Advice team to talk through your options. We have a friendly and experienced team of people whose job it is to help and guide you through your choices before and after you start. Telephone 01273 667759 or email courseadvice@ccb.ac.uk

Welcome days If you are offered a place on a course you may be invited to our Welcome Days during July. You will come to the College to meet the other people on the course and prepare for your start in September, and you’ll have fun too!

If English is not your first language

If you wish to contact us regarding your application please call the Admissions Team on 01273 667704 or email admissions@ccb.ac.uk

There are minimum English language entry requirements for enrolment on to College courses. Your English language level (reading, writing, speaking and listening) will need to be one level lower than the course you are applying for. You may be required to attend an assessment prior to enrolment to ensure that the level of your English is suitable for the course you wish to enrol on. If you require support to reach the required level, you may be referred to ESOL classes.

Choosing your subject area

Keep up-to-date

Looking for more information? You can browse all our subject areas on our website at www.ccb.ac.uk where you will find in-depth information about the courses we will be running in 2016/17.

Visits to schools We visit schools in the autumn term to talk to Year 11 students about vocational learning, our College and course options. If you are not sure whether we visit your school, just ask your year head or careers co-ordinator.

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Open events at City College

Throughout the forthcoming year it’s really important that you keep an eye on our website. It’s here that we publish dates for our fantastic student shows and other opportunities for you to come into College to meet tutors, staff and students and find out more about us.

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Open Evenings & Tours Full-time course Open Evenings Tuesday 13th October 2015, 5pm-7pm Tuesday 17th November 2015, 5pm-7pm

Late application & information evening Wednesday 9th March 2016, 5pm-7pm

If you’d like to find out more about studying at City College, we are hosting several Open Evenings covering both our main campuses, with a regular shuttle service running between our Central Campus on Pelham Street and East Campus on Wilson Avenue.

Tutors from all departments will be able to talk about the full range of course opportunities and visitors can also check out facilities such as the College’s art studios, motor vehicle workshops, hairdressing and beauty salons and professional kitchens.

If you can’t make one of our Open Evenings, you can request a tour of the College and the department you are interested in. Please email tours@ccb.ac.uk or visit www.ccb.ac.uk/openevenings to request a tour.

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Disclaimer The information in this course guide is correct at the time of publication, but it does not form any part of a contract between City College Brighton and Hove (CCBH) and the student. CCBH does not hold itself liable for any actions taken as a result of the information given in this course guide. Courses may be subject to occasional changes. CCBH maintains the right to close any class which is not viable. Any fees shown are a guide only and are subject to change.

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