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I am delighted that you are considering Dudley College for the next stage in your education. 2012 was an exceptional year for us with the opening of the Dudley Learning Quarter marking a new era in our 150-year history. The creation of the Dudley Learning Quarter has significantly changed the landscape of Dudley and improved the provision of further education for young people and adults across the borough. We pride ourselves in offering practical, hands-on learning in a range of subjects, giving you the skills and experience that employers are looking for, so you can progress in your chosen career. If you are planning to go to university, our hands-on thinking approach provides lots of options for studying vocational or academic courses to help you on your way. Our long standing tradition of providing a friendly and supportive place to learn starts when you contact us or walk through the college doors for the first time, as we are committed to putting you, the learner, at the heart of all we do. If you know what you want to do, we look forward to welcoming you to one of our open events or discussing the options available to you. If you are unsure what steps to take next, this guide is a good starting point to find out about our range of courses and qualifications. But don’t forget, there’s always plenty of help on hand from our Student Services team if you’d like to talk through the range of alternatives available to you. On behalf of all the staff, I look forward to welcoming you to the college, so you can start your journey to success. Lowell Williams Principal, Dudley College

Our mission: outstanding learning which develops skills, raises aspirations and changes lives. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Information

Course listing

4 We’ve evolved...

26 A levels

Fantastic new facilities for hair & beauty, sport & leisure, public services and creative & performing arts

8 What you need to know

College and course info, how to apply, costs, disability statement, and dress code

10 Parents’ FAQs

34 Animal Science 38 Apprenticeships 52 Art & Design 62 Business Studies 66 Caring & Early Years 74 Construction

11 Student life

Students’ Union, Team Dudley and enrichment programme

84 Engineering 92 Enterprise

14 Help and support

Financial help, support services, counselling, childcare, Dudley buddies, Connexions, advice & guidance and support for learning

20 Facilities and services

College library, iPoint Student Learning Centre, e-Learning and where to eat

22 Progression routes

Routes to Higher Education through Dudley College

96 Hair & Beauty 104 Hospitality 108 Information Technology 114 Media 118 Motor Vehicle 124 Music 128 Performing Arts & Production Arts

23 Dudley Sixth

A new A level centre serving all students in the region

136 Public Services 144 Retail

194 Notes

Use this space to keep a note of the courses you like the look of

195 Campus locations

Locations for all six Dudley campuses

150 Science (Applied) 154 Sport 164 Travel & Tourism 170 Entry Level Courses

For students with few or no formal qualifications

Application form

Found at the back as a tear out sheet

176 Access to Higher Education

Access diplomas are one year courses for those looking to go on to university

184 Higher Education

Higher National Certiﬁcate and Diploma courses

Open days

2012 Saturday 10th November 13 Saturday 12th January 20 Saturday 9th March 2013 Saturday 15th June 2013 10.00 am to 2.00 pm For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

introduction

Help and advice for parents whose children may be thinking of joining Dudley College

28 Administration

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Dudley College has been in the business of providing a place to learn since 1862. We pride ourselves in offering practical, hands-on learning in a range of subjects, giving you the skills and experience that employers are looking for, so you can progress in your chosen career. If you are planning to go to university, our hands-on thinking approach provides lots of options for studying vocational or academic courses to help you on your way. Our long standing tradition of providing a friendly and supportive place to learn starts when you contact us or walk through the college doors for the first time. We are committed to putting you, the learner, at the heart of all we do. Our brand new Dudley Learning Quarter has changed the face of Dudley by creating a dedicated campus for students right at the heart of the town. Packed full of exciting technology and social spaces, Dudley Learning Quarter provides students and the local community with the very best facilities to inspire their learning, improve their skills and guarantee fun.

The new Learning Quarter will bring together: • The Broadway, Dudley College’s main site established in 1862 • Dudley Evolve, the college’s new vocational training centre opened in September 2012 • Dudley Sixth, a purpose built sixth form centre opened in September 2012 • A brand new high specification Technology Centre opening in 2014.

What’s on offer at Dudley Evolve?

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

At Dudley Evolve you will find... Fantastic learning facilities for travel and tourism, sport, public services, performing arts, hair and beauty, media, graphics, art and design, along with a new stage school for performing arts, dance and music students.

Design and Visual Arts

With a new sports hall, state-of-the-art equipment and modern, air conditioned fitness suite open to the public and those studying on sports-related courses, there’s no excuse not to join in.

Imagine a room full of Apple Macs and the latest software that you need to understand the world of design. Or perhaps you’re more inclined to work with paint, glass or other materials to get your creative juices flowing? Our art and design department offers top-class facilities for our students.

Evolve Hair & Beauty Get the best from your course at the new purpose-built hair salon and beauty therapy suite, where the public will be calling in to give you the real-life experience that will make you stand out to employers.

Evolve Theatre Now our performing arts students can really put on a show, as they’ll have access to a theatre with all the stage, lighting, sound and performance equipment you’d find in any commercial theatre. Also look out for a series of shows put on by touring productions companies.

Public Services Those with an ambition to join the uniformed services will get a great start to their career at Dudley Evolve, where they will be able to use all the resources to test their fitness, exercise their brains and develop their team skills.

Travel & Tourism If you’ve heard that our travel and tourism students get to practice on a real-life aeroplane, you’ve heard correctly. We like them to get a feel for the industry they will be working in, so there are lots of facilities and resources they can access – just the ticket if you want your career to take off.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Evolve Sport

At The Broadway you will find...

Business and Administration

Hospitality & Catering

These qualifications are an ideal stepping stone if you want to progress to university or enter the world of work. Studying at Dudley College will give you the skills and knowledge you need to enter the service, manufacturing or international industries.

The combination of our purpose-built training kitchen together with our specialist tutors, all from professional catering backgrounds, will prepare you for your future in the hospitality and catering industry.

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Information Technology The computing industry is diverse and this is reflected in our range of qualifications. If your interests lie in developing web sites, programming or supporting and maintaining hardware, we have a course for you.

Engineering & Technology Our workshops are equipped with industry standard machinery and equipment to ensure you are trained to go into the engineering sector. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s electrical engineering, computer aided design (CAD) or more general engineering practices such as CNC or bench work, our hands-on approach is the start of your bright future.

Retail Retail development in the Black Country is expanding with an anticipated growth of 11% in the next two years. Put yourself in the market for a successful career by developing the work related skills that the retail sector is looking for.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Construction With purpose-built workshops and training units ready to equip our students to go into any of the construction trades such as bricklaying, plastering, plumbing, heating & ventilating and carpentry.

Motor Vehicle Our bespoke workshops and industry standard equipment are the key to jump start your career in the motor vehicle trade.

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For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

What you need to know 8 what you need to know

College & course information

Costs

One of the most important decisions to be made is â&#x20AC;&#x2122;What course do I study and where?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; In this course guide we try to provide as much information as possible but we understand that you may still have questions about courses, college facilities or other issues. The college provides a friendly and helpful service offering information and advice.

FULL-TIME TUITION FEES

Call us on 01384 363 363 (Monday to Thursday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm and Friday 9.00 am to 4.30 pm) or email: student.services@dudleycol.ac.uk

How to apply To join a full-time course, you should have completed full-time compulsory education and you must complete a college full-time application form. There is an application form at the back of this course guide or you can get one from Student Services by calling 01384 363 363 or by completing your application online or downloading one from our website: www.dudleycol.ac.uk Your application will be processed and your interview arranged by our admissions team. As part of the application process, you may be asked to complete an initial assessment; this is to ensure that you are placed on the right level of course and have the best possible chance of success.

For full-time and Apprenticeship courses

All college courses attract course fees, however full-time courses for 16-18 year olds are FREE as they are fully subsidised by the Education Funding Agency (EFA). Students aged 19+ are expected to pay tuition fees for these courses plus examination fees. Reduced fees are available for 19+ students on income based benefits and for some programmes that meet Government priorities. Please contact the advice and enrolment team on 01384 363 363 for further information. If you are retaking a subject(s) then you will, if you receive no further tuition, only be asked to pay the examination fees. Full-time 16-18 students will not have to pay any costs involved with completing their qualification, however there may be some optional costs that we believe would add value to your education experience (e.g. specific equipment). Financial assistance may be available to help you with these optional costs. See specific course information for details.

Apprenticeship Tuition Fees All training and assessment included in an Apprenticeship framework is FREE to eligible students 16-18 years as the costs are paid for by the Education Funding Agency (EFA). If you or your employer wish to include an additional course into your Individual Learning Plan (ILP), there will be a charge for this course. For students aged 19+ registration and certification fees will apply, please contact the Apprenticeship team on 01384 363 314 for further details.

Complete an application form and send it to the admissions team.

You will be sent a letter giving you an interview date. If you require any further assistance or information, telephone the admissions team. At your interview you will be able to discuss your options with the tutor.

You will be asked to take an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy to ensure you are on the right level of course.

Disability statement

You will be offered a place which may be subject to your exam results or a CRB (Criminal Record Bureau) check.

We have an open and welcoming policy towards all applicants and students who may have a physical disability, learning difficulty or developmental disability.

You return the offer of a place slip to Admissions, which must be signed by your parent or guardian.

We recognise the rights of all students to have equal access to facilities and services, as well as to be treated fairly, regardless of disability or learning difficulty.

A letter will be sent to you giving you a date to come for enrolment and induction.

We seek to encourage, support and enhance the experience of students with disabilities.

Before you begin the course... If you have any concerns regarding the progress of your application or arrangements for your interview, our team is here to help (Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5.00 pm and Friday 8.30 am to 4.30 pm). Call the admissions team on 01384 363 276 or 363 333 or email: admissions@dudleycol.ac.uk

No smoking Dudley College supports the legislation which bans smoking in public places. It is an offence to smoke on all college premises or grounds other than in designated smoking areas. Dudley College supports a completely smoke-free and healthy environment.

We are committed to continuous quality improvement and have an on-going programme of works in order to further improve access for people with disabilities. The college continuously reviews its provision for students with disability or learning difficulties through its self-assessment processes. For further information please visit www.dudleycol.ac.uk or contact the Assistant Director of Learning, Foundation Studies Learning Support & Welfare on 01384 363 279.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Look the part – College dress code Our dress code policy reinforces pride in your appearance, instills recognition of yourself as an integral part of the college community and assists in developing your pride in representing the college. • Defining an identity for the college within its community • Developing students’ sense of pride and belonging to the college community • Providing an opportunity to build college spirit • Helping to promote a sense of inclusiveness, equality of opportunity and respect for others regardless of their status, background or gender • Making college clothing more affordable for students and their families by eliminating the risk of peer pressure to wear current and often expensive fashion trends • Protecting students from social pressures to dress in a particular way • Preparing students for the expectations of working life with regards to personal presentation • Enhancing the health and safety of students when involved in college activities • Increasing the personal safety of students and staff by allowing easier recognition of visitors and potential intruders in the college • Supporting effective teaching and learning.

Religious and cultural dress The college recognises the diversity of our students and welcomes the wearing of religious and cultural dress. However, there may be exceptions to this where the college considers the health, safety and security of the wearer is compromised or feels there would be an enhanced risk to others.

ID badges All students will be provided with a College ID Card and lanyard. It is compulsory that this is worn, and clearly visible, at all times whilst on college premises. Exceptions may be made in certain workshop situations – your tutor will advise you accordingly.

Where do I purchase the items for my specific area dress code? Generally, contact your Course Tutor or your Centre Manager.

What happens if I cannot afford it? Financial assistance may be available towards costs, contact Student Services.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

what you need to know

A dress code assists the college in:

Parents’ frequently asked questions 10 parents’ faqs

Q: What qualifications does my daughter need to apply?

Q: My son isn’t sure what he wants to do when he leaves school. What can I do to help him?

A: Entry requirements are stated within each course description. However, it is important to note the entry requirements are intended to act as a guide only. If she isn’t sure what grades she’ll get, it is always worth talking to our staff about the options available. Every application is treated individually with other factors such as coursework references and experience being taken into consideration.

A: Don’t worry. Throughout years 10 and 11 there will be plenty of opportunities for you to visit the college and explore the options available to your son. We have open days throughout the year or you can book an appointment to have a look around the college and its campuses. Alternatively, our Student Services department is available to all prospective students and their parents. They offer support with career planning and choosing the appropriate courses.

If your daughter doesn’t meet the entry requirements for her chosen course, it is possible to enter at a lower level and progress this way. The college also provides Education Support Assistants for those learners who require additional help during their course.

Q: My son has decided which course he wants to apply for. What happens next? A: Applying for a place couldn’t be easier. Once he has decided what course he wishes to apply for, he will need to complete a full-time application form (this can be found in this course guide). Use the course titles in the guide to complete the course/ programme section.You should then return the application form to the Admissions Team who will process the application and arrange an interview for your son with a course tutor.

Q: Who will ‘look out’ for my son/daughter while they are at college? A: All staff at the college undertake safeguarding training and are aware of their obligations in law. The college has comprehensive procedures related to the protection of vulnerable adults and children who are under 18 years of age. We work closely with the police, Local Authorities and other agencies as appropriate. We have a Safeguarding Officer in college who is responsible for supporting students at college and can be contacted on 01384 363 507. If you would like to find out more about protection issues or would like an informal chat about any concerns that you might have then you can also contact the College Counsellor on 01384 363 293.

Q: How many hours a week will my daughter have to attend college? A: A typical full-time student will study approximately sixteen hours per week plus homework.

In conjunction with schools we also offer activity days for students to have a taste of college life and to try different courses out before making a decision about which course to apply for.

Q: Will I have to contribute towards tuition fees? A: No. There are no tuition fees for full-time students aged 16-18, as they are subsidised by the YPLA. Students may be expected to pay for their own equipment, dress codes, travel costs to work placements and residential trips/visits where necessary, however there are various sources of financial support available to assist with these extra costs. Please refer to page 14 in this guide for further details.

Q: Will my daughter be kept safe? A: Dudley College aims to ensure that all students’ time with us is both healthy and safe. We take such responsibilities seriously and look forward to your co-operation in helping us fulfil our obligations to you and your child(ren). For more information contact our Health & Safety Officer on 01384 363 164.

Q: How will my son be supported during his time at Dudley College? A: At Dudley College we place great emphasis on the tutorial support we believe will help your son to achieve his full potential. During regular tutorials, staff will review his performance and ensure that he does not fall behind with his studies.You will be issued with reports and we also hold annual parents evenings. Further additional support can be provided if needed to ensure your son’s success. Dudley College also runs a mentoring service so students can meet with a mentor or buddy up with a fellow student in the student buddying scheme to help them stay motivated on their course and support them with any issues that may arise whilst they are at college.

If your daughter is on an Apprenticeship she will be expected to work approximately 37 hours, including time at college.

Q: What facilities are available to help with studying? A: We have excellent libraries, computer centres and study support centres which can be used by all students. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Activities that you could be involved with through the Union include attending trips, sitting on a college committee, becoming a class rep, joining or even leading one of the many Union clubs or societies or becoming a recognised Union volunteer. The opportunities are wide ranging and literally determined by you! The Union is independent from the college, democratically run for students by students which offers effective and uncompromised representation. Led by elected students, we offer our members the chance to: • Represent their peers and communicate the opinion of the student body to the college • Promote a diverse and vibrant student community • Run trips and clubs.

Class Reps Before October half term your class will be required to elect a class representative. After watching a short presentation explaining this role, all students in your class will be offered the opportunity to stand for this position. Those not standing take a vote for who they think would be the best representative of their views about college life. Class representatives are trained for this role and will have a full understanding of how the ‘learner voice’ can help make positive changes to their course, the college, their local community and wider society. Based on levels of engagement with the college and Students’ Union, class reps are able to receive certification, prizes, invitation to class rep only events and a reference for their efforts.

If you are interested in getting involved in the day-to-day activities of the Union you can volunteer for a wide range of supporting roles. Working with the Union as a volunteer brings with it a whole host of fantastic opportunities. You will not only have great fun and make many new friends, you will also gain valuable experience of working with an award-winning organisation that is committed to improving the lives of others. The personal, social and transferable skills for work or higher education that you will develop will be great for your CV!

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For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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As a student at Dudley College you’re automatically a member of Dudley College Students’ Union. Your membership to the Union is free and it brings with it lots of opportunities for you to get the most out of the time you spend with us. The Union is here to ensure your experience is the best it can possibly be. We aim to achieve this by ensuring you are given the opportunity to express your opinions and giving you the chance to make the most of your time outside of your studies.

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At Dudley College we are extremely proud of our sports development programme, which gives you the chance to study and pursue your sporting interests at the same time. Team Dudley Sport has been developed to demonstrate our commitment to sport and add value to your experience as a student. We want you to have the opportunity to excel in your chosen sport, be it competing, volunteering, coaching or just keeping fit and active whilst completing your academic studies. The commitment to supporting our students has led to some great success stories. Several students have been recognised for their participation in football and have represented the under 19 international football teams both male and female. Also in 2012, one student was nationally recognised for his volunteering work in the wider community and was selected to carry the Olympic torch. Through Team Dudley Sport, you can: • Receive specialised coaching and training for six hours per week • R epresent the college regionally and nationally in British Colleges Sports tournaments • Attend trials for regional and national squads • Get involved in volunteering in the local area • Undertake coaching and leadership qualifications. Our football development programme has recently been recognised for its outstanding quality and the FA and British Colleges Sport (BCS) have awarded us Focus College status. This means that the college will be involved in helping to deliver the FA’s National Game strategy.

Team Dudley If you compete for the college you will become a member of Team Dudley. The college runs a number of successful sports teams that play within British Colleges Sport (BCS) regional and national competitions. All sports represented by the college have the opportunity to progress to a regional final held at Lilleshall Sports Centre in Shropshire and, if successful, through to the National finals at Loughborough University. BCS also runs regional and national representative squads in many sports at the elite end of competition. The college has experienced success at this level through its football programme. Sports that the college is currently represented in are: • Football • Netball • Basketball • Rugby Union • Cross Country • Table Tennis • Volleyball • Trampoline • Golf • Badminton. All of the sports are played on a Wednesday afternoon and include travel to other colleges in the West Midlands and around the rest of the country.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Dudley College enrichment programme Dudley College provides a fantastic range of enrichment activities on Wednesday afternoons. The Xtras programme has been designed to supplement your main programme by offering you the chance to take part in activities which:

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• Teach you new skills

• Raise your levels of fitness • Increase your self-confidence • Build your sense of team spirit. Now that you are studyin g at Dudley College we introduce you to our weekly enrichment progra are delighted to mmes:

The enrichment programme is based around the following themes: • Creative • Arts • Music • Dance • Sport • Languages • Looking after yourself

• Clubs and societies • Current affairs • IT • Trade • Qualifications • Awards.

• The Duke of Edinbur gh Award Schemes (Bronze and Silver) • Dudley Team Sports (Football, Cricket, Netball, Basketball, Endurance,Volleybal • XTRAS (a wide range l) of additional activities including arts, languages, music and sports) The enrichment activities take place every Wednesd ay afternoon. Most sessions an hour and a half. Some last for activities however, like the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, require more commitment and you will have to attend for 3 hours. If you are intereste joining Team Dudley Sports 9 ry training there/392 d in are compulso 206 363part to prepare013 sessions on Mondays and 84taking you for Fridays in the team fixtures on Wednesd Enquiries: Tel: ays. pus B6 Cam Enrichm ent is fun and there are Broadway many benefits gained You will have the opportu from taking part. c.uk nity to: ol.a eyc www.dudl • Meet new people and make new friends • Increase your self-esteem a nd confidence • Learn new skills and gain e xtra qualifications • Improve your levels of fitne ss and well being • Build your sense of team sp irit and community. So, take a look at the range of activities that are available that you would most like to you and select the programm to do. We will try to give e you your first choice wherever possible.

Duke of Edinburgh Awar ds Choosing Duke of Edinburg h as your enrichment activity fantastic time as you take means that you are heading part in a range of activities for a which will lead to the achievem of an Award that’s recognise ent d by both universities and employers alike. Along the will make new friends and way you have fun. You achieve your Award • Volunteering • Physical • Skills • Expedition.

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Silver Award

Description You must complete a minimum of 3 months activity for each of the Volunteering, Physical and Skills sections.You must plan, train for and do a 2 day (1 night) expedition. You must complete at least 6 months activity for Voluntee ring and one other section (Physical or Skills) and 3 months for the other. You must plan, train for and do a 3 day (2 night) expeditio n.

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Duke of Edinburgh Bronze & Silver Awards These exciting and prestigious awards give you the opportunity to take part in a range of challenging activities. You will learn map reading and survival skills, take part in expeditions and volunteering projects. You will make new friends and enjoy a spirit of adventure.

National Youth Theatre Open Access Programme We are delighted to offer this fantastic opportunity for a group of young people to take part in master classes run by the National Youth Theatre. You will learn a wide range of performance skills as you explore different theatrical genres.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Financial help Examples of financial support: 14

24+ Advanced Learning Loans What are they?

FREE BUS PASS

help & support

We will provide a free bus pass to help with travel costs for 16-181 year olds on full time programmes, based on individual circumstances2. To qualify for a free bus pass3, you must live more than one mile from the campus at which you will be studying, and not already be in receipt of other financial support such as Care to Learn funding.

24+ Advanced Learning Loans are student loans similar to higher education loans, but for the further education sector. They are coming in from September 2013 for the academic year 2013/14. Loans will be available for learners aged 24 and over, studying at Level 3 or Level 4, including QCF Certificates and Diplomas, Access to HE, A Levels and Advanced and Higher Apprenticeships.

Under 19 as at 31 August 2013.

You can apply for a loan to meet the upfront costs of your qualification, which will be paid directly to the college on your behalf.

Students with learning difficulties or disabilities who are unable to access public transport may still be able to receive help – talk to our Student Finance team.

Who is eligible for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan?

Evidence of family income will need to be provided.

BURSARY FUND (16-19)

Individuals who are: • Aged 24 or over at the start of their course • Resident in the UK (Criteria applies) • Have not previously had a loan to do the same qualification type and level of qualification.

Students aged 16-19 attending a full-time further education course can apply for help with college related costs to the 16-19 Bursary Fund. More information about the 16-19 Bursary can be found at the website: www.direct.gov.uk/en/educationandlearning/index.htm or by contacting our Student Finance team on 01384 363 555.

Loans will not be means tested (or subject to credit checks) and any individual who meets the criteria above will be able to apply for a loan irrespective of their current employment status.

LEARNER SUPPORT FUND (19+)

What does it mean for me?

The Learner Support Fund (19+) provides means-tested grants to help students aged 19+ with additional costs as a result of attending a further education course, e.g. travel, books, equipment, stationery, residential fees etc. Help to meet the costs of childcare may also be possible from the Learner Support Fund if you are aged 20+. Call 01384 363 555 for more details.

You don’t pay anything up front for your course fees and if you’re not earning over £21000, you don’t pay anything back.

If you have costs other than those mentioned here which make it difficult for you to start or complete a course you should still apply for help.

How and when do I need to apply?

For more details or advice on how financial support relates to you, please contact one of our specialist team at The Broadway who will be pleased to help you. Financial support information: 01384 363 555 or email: studentfinanceteam@dudleycol.ac.uk

Additional information

When are they coming in? Loans will be introduced from September 2013.

If your loan is for an Access to Higher Education programme and you progress and complete higher education study, you will not have to pay back your FE loan.

You will be able to apply online. The loans application process will launch in March/April 2013 for the academic year 2013/14. For Apprenticeships, the learner and employer are expected to share the costs of the course, so the loan you would take out would be for your half. If your course lasts for more than one year, you’ll only need to take one loan out. If you go on to study at a high level you can get another loan. You can have a maximum of four loans.

16/19 Bursary Fund What is the 16/19 Bursary

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Priority Group 1

A guaranteed bursary of at least £1,200 a year will be awarded for those that • Young people who are in care are most in need. This includes:

• Young people who are Care Leavers • Young people who are in receipt of In come Support • Young people who are a parent and i n receipt of Income Support • Young people who receive ESA and D LA.

PART A – TO BE FILLED IN BY THE YOUNG PERSON PART B – TO BE FILLED IN BY THE PARENT(S)/G UARDIAN(S) PART C – TO BE FILLED IN BY THE TUTOR PLEASE READ THE ELIGIBILI

Young people who do not meet the above criteria may be eligible for add their learning. itional support to

How much will young

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get? Young people from Priority Group 1 are guaranteed bursaries of £1,200 For other young people a year, assuming they meet their lea it will depend on their circumstances. rning objectives.

Who can apply?

Eligible students must be: • Dudley College students aged 16-19 (i .e. under 19 years of age on 31st Au • Enrolled on a full time course whi gust in the current college year) ch is funded by the Government.

Please contact 01384 363 377 for more details.

Date Received:

Fund?

The 16/19 Bursary is a government scheme to help young people Application forms are accepted facing financial hardship from September 2012. to stay in Full Time Education. The scheme is made up of 2 parts/or elements:

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Student Services with (Remember help, is only available to students who have excellent attendance records and who meet their learning targets.) In addition to the above all Full time

16-18 year old students will receive attendance is good and travel support for the whole academ they follow the college code of conduct. ic year as long as their Dudley College is committed limited and funding cannot to do everything it can to support its learners: however 16/19 funding be guaranteed. is extremely

Telephone: Mobile: Have you been resident in the

UK/EEA for the last 3 years?

Yes

Are you an Asylum Seeker? Yes Please indicate who you live w

ith:

o Parents

o Relatives

o Other

Have you ever been in care?

o On own No

Yes

Are you a care leaver? If living on your own please in

No No

Yes

dicate how you support yours

elf financially:

Are you a parent who has res

ponsibility for a child?

Yes

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

higher education loans Don’t worry – there is lots of financial support available but in brief you can get: • A tuition fee loan which covers your tuition fees in full • A maintenance loan for your living costs like rent • A maintenance grant if your household income is less than £42,600. The loans would need to be repaid but the grant would not. You will start paying back your loans when you are earning £21000 per year (£403 per week, £1750 per month). So, for example, if you earn £22000 per year you would pay back £7 per month.

After 30 years from the April after you graduate, any remaining debt is written off. The amount you pay back is determined by what you earn not what you owe.

help & support

Full details can be found at: www.direct.gov.uk/en/ educationandlearning/universityandhighereducation/ studentfinance/index.htm or please contact 01384 363 363 for more details.

Help with childcare costs Students with childcare needs can get information on childcare providers from the Childrens’ Information Service on 01384 814 398. Students above the age of 20 can apply for help with childcare costs through the college 19+ Learner Support Fund. Please contact 01384 363 377 for more details.

CARE TO LEARN Students aged under 20 needing help with childcare may be eligible for help with costs – more information is available from www.dfes.gov.uk/caretolearn or call 0845 600 2809.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Support for learning 16

Our learning centres have been designed to provide you with a quiet, friendly atmosphere in which you can work, supported with up-to-date modern resources.

help & support

Experienced staff are available to help you with your studies. We can help you with: • • • • • • •

Study skills Revision techniques Exam strategies Language, Literacy or Numeracy skills Dyslexia Course work Assignments.

We will help you to develop the skills and strategies to enable you to become a more effective, independent student. The sessions we offer: • Can be in small groups or on a 1:1 basis. • Will be timetabled just like your other lessons. • Will provide resources based on the needs of your course. You will work towards targets that you have negotiated and agreed with your support tutor. Your progress towards your targets will be reviewed regularly. Support will last for as long as you need it. Statistics show that students who attend support for their learning are more likely to stay on their chosen course and therefore are more likely to succeed. For more information on support for your learning call 01384 363 279.

Additional support We have a wide range of support services and facilities including: • Dedicated disabled parking facilities • Dedicated disabled toilet facilities accessed via RADAR keys • Health and welfare support • Advice, guidance and counselling • Special dietary provision • Care assistance • Dyslexia support • Loop systems and deaf alerters for hearing impaired students • S pecialist software and materials in alternative formats such as Braille, large text or audio for visually impaired students • Special arrangements for assistance during exams. For further details contact the specialist admissions tutor on 01384 363 180.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Counselling, mentoring and welfare services For most students, studying at college is a happy and fulfilling time but occasionally you may experience difficulties that may be preventing you from concentrating fully on your studies. Whilst your course or programme tutor is usually the first point of contact for information or advice on many issues, you can also get help from any of the student support teams.

Dudley College actively promotes equality of opportunity and celebrates diversity.

For more information contact:

A buddy is a person who has already completed their first year at college. Buddies are prepared to share their experiences of college life to help you to settle in and complete your course. There are three types of buddy:

STUDY BUDDY – To support you by offering help with

BUDDY – To support you by listening to your concerns and helping you to work out positive solutions.

help & support

We have: • A team of qualified counsellors who can offer confidential support on personal issues • A team of mentors who can help with life skills, motivation and organisation • A team of finance & welfare advisors who can help with financial support and advice about housing, benefits and childcare.

WHAT IS A BUDDY?

study techniques and studying together.

CYBER BUDDY – To support you with problems related to social networking and cyber bullying.

To find out more about ‘Dudley Buddies’ please call 01384 363 929.

Counselling Team on 01384 363 293/363 393 Finance & Welfare Advisors on 01384 363 319 Student Mentors on 01384 363 929/363 206

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Functional Skills Functional Skills are the skills we use in all aspects of our studies, work and everyday life.

THERE ARE three FUNCTIONAL SKILLS: 1. English 2. Maths 3. Information and Communication Technology. Your course tutor will discuss with you which functional skill(s) you should take as part of your course.

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Individual Learning Plan and tutorials As a full-time student of Dudley College you will develop an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) with your tutor, which will be monitored regularly to make sure you are progressing and achieving.You will have regular tutorials where your ILP will be discussed and you can talk to your tutor on a one-to-one basis.

Information, advice and guidance Our guidance services staff can provide individual support to you with career planning and progressing to higher level courses including help with applying to university. A comprehensive careers library is available on a ‘drop-in’ basis providing a wide range of course guides, HE prospectuses and careers information. A host of computer-aided programmes ensure you have the latest technology and information at your fingertips. When you are coming to the end of your studies, we offer support in finding suitable employment opportunities and advice on the completion of application forms, letter writing and compiling your CV. Information about holiday and gap year work can be found in our careers library and local employment vacancies are posted on the student web.

Working and job vacancies The college recognises that some students will need to take on part-time paid jobs but also advises you (full-time students particularly) to make sure that your employment does not have a negative effect on your college work. There is a range of job vacancies on display in Student Services at The Broadway and there is also a “Job Vacancies” section on the student web. If you are having financial problems though, please ask for help and advice on possible sources of financial support (see section ’Financial Help’ on page 14).

Employment Hub Located on the ground floor of H Block at The Broadway is a new facility which aims to help anyone looking for employment. In the Employment Hub, you can get help with writing your CV, interview techniques, letter writing or brushing up your job search skills. You can also find out about current job vacancies and/or Apprenticeship opportunities. To find out more, you can just drop into the Employment Hub or call 01384 363 274.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Not sure what you want to learn? Why not come and talk to one of our qualified Guidance Officers? We offer free guidance interviews to anyone wanting help with progression into education and training. You can book an interview directly by contacting our Student Services team on 01384 363 319 during office hours.

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Are you aged 14-19 and considering your future options? Search online from the range of courses on offer at schools, colleges and training providers across Dudley Borough and beyond. A range of tools and links are also available to help you plan your future. www.fourteen2nineteen.com can help you reach a decision.

Dudley Connexions website Dudley Connexions has launched a new website www.connexionsdudley.org to help young people get free practical advice on a whole range of topics. Connexions is a support service for young people aged 13-19 (up to 25 years old for young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities). The service is designed to meet the needs of individual young people, helping them to reach their full potential and make a successful transition into adult life. Through Personal Advisers and the interactive website, Connexions offers free information, advice and guidance and practical help on a range of issues including education, employment, training, housing, health, transport and money matters. Personal Advisers support targeted young people and the interactive website supports the universal element of the service. Visit: www.connexionsdudley.org Email: connexions@dudley.gov.uk Tel: 01384 811 400 For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Facilities and services 20

College Library

facilities & services

spanning all curriculum The Library holds over 40,000 volumes s to support your urce reso areas to ensure you have the best assist and guide you to hand on ys alwa studies. Friendly staff are require. All the library items with finding the resources that you h is accessible both in are listed in the online catalogue whic e. As a student, you are able hom from college and via the internet DVDs or CDs with access to borrow up to eight books and two ence items which can be to many journals, newspapers and refer available for research and are rs used within the library. Compute information, please see the completing assignments. For further range of electronic resources iPoint section below. We have a wide al such as: port e available through the Athens onlin • British Standards • Wide selection of e-Books • Encyclopaedia Britannica • New Scientist • Film and Sound online. will guide you to the Just ask a member of staff who call on 01384 363 353. resources you need or give us a

With over 225 computers, the iPoint Student Learning Centres are available for independent study. You can use the centres on a drop-in basis to access the internet, online resources, scanners and printers to support your studies. Staff are on hand to offer any support or guidance that may be needed. We also offer services such as: • Support with Blackboard, ProPortal and passwords • Help with finding online resources for your course • Essential Byte Sessions • Wireless Internet Access (Wi-Fi) • Equipment loan • Electronic Whiteboard training. For further information about iPoint or the services that we offer please pop in or call us on 01384 363 374. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

e-Learning The college has three online systems to support you with your learning. These systems are supported by our e-Learning team who can answer any questions you may have about them. The systems are: Blackboard and Blackboard Mobile – The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

ProPortal – Electronic Individual Learning Plan (e-ILP)

Where to eat There are various places in the Dud ley Learning Quarter to purchase a range of hot and cold food and drinks including: • The Refectory at The Broadway and Mons Hill • Coffee Shops at The Broadway and Evolve • Vending machines on all sites. There are also two shops selling a rang e of snacks and giftware at The Broadway and Evolve.

All students have an e-ILP which tracks your progress through your course. The system at the college is called ProPortal which you can access anywhere with an internet connection. It allows you to see, contribute and work towards targets and reviews within your e-ILP. This includes sections about your studies, targets set by your tutors, assessment grades and details of meetings you have had around the college.Your class timetable and attendance data can also be viewed in ProPortal. Live@EDU – Email, 25GB of online storage and Microsoft Web Apps With the Live@EDU service, students have access to: • A Dudley College email account with 10GB of email storage • 25GB of online document storage, perfect for your college work • Microsoft Web Apps (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Never be without the tools you need to complete your work!

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

facilities & services

Blackboard allows you to access many college and online learning tools which can be viewed from anywhere with an internet connection. When you enrol at the college, you will find many general resources in the “Virtual Library” and specific materials for your studies in your course area. These may include PowerPoint presentations, class notes, tests, videos, discussion boards and much more. We also have Blackboard Mobile, an App for your smart phone or tablet which allows you to access your course material on the go. Speak to your tutor to find out what is available for your course.

Progression routes Links with universities 22

From personal advice sessions to attendance at university open days and higher education fairs, our college experts can guide you through the whole university admissions process.

progression routes

We also work with many universities including Wolverhampton, Birmingham City, Birmingham, Keele, Derby, Stafford, Coventry and Aberystwyth to extend the range of options available to our students. For more information contact our Higher Education Co-ordinator on 01384 363 491.

Studying a vocational course and want to progress to university? Dudley College has links with many universities through Progression Agreements. These agreements are in place to help vocational learners e.g. NVQ, Access, BTEC and Apprentices move on to Higher Education. For more information please contact Student Services on 01384 363 363 or visit www.herouteplanner.co.uk Look out for courses that display this symbol to see where progression courses are in place.

The qualification route planner LEVEL 6+: • U niversity and professional institutes that offer Degrees • Master Degrees • Doctorate Degrees • Post Graduate qualifications.

LEVEL 4/5: • • • • •

QCF Level 4 or 5 Award/Certificate/Diploma BTEC HNC/D Foundation Degrees Professional Awards/Certificates/Diplomas Diplomas in Higher Education.

LEVEL 3: • • • • •

QCF Level 3 Award/Certificate/Diploma GCE AS/A Levels BTEC National Award/Certificate/Diploma Access to Higher Education/Diploma Advanced Apprenticeship.

LEVEL 2:

Qualification route planner Our qualification route planner shows how the qualifications available to you relate to GCSEs taken at school, and how you can plan your own path to gain further qualifications and enter the world of work or higher education. Our range of programmes means that there are courses available to you, whatever grades you achieve at school. For example, if you leave school with GCSE grades D – G you would usually start with us on a Level 1 course and progress from there. Alternatively, if you achieve GCSE grades A* – C you would usually start with us on a Level 2 or 3 course, depending on the number of GCSEs at these grades and the subject areas. Whatever level you start at with Dudley College you can normally progress with us to a higher level; in fact many of our subject areas have arrangements that will allow you to progress to Level 4 or higher (higher education level).

• • • • • •

QCF Level 2 Award/Certificate/Diploma BTEC First Certificate/Diploma GCSE grades A* – C Apprenticeship Functional Skills Level 2 Access progression.

LEVEL 1: • • • •

Foundation Learning Tier BTEC Introductory Certificate/Diploma GCSE Grades D – G Functional Skills Level 1.

ENTRY LEVEL: • Foundation Learning Tier • Functional Skills Entry Level.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

We are looking for the brightest minds that want to achieve.

Inspiring facilities for inspired minds. Dudley Sixth has well equipped teaching rooms and laboratories as well as computer zones and quiet, study-friendly support areas – there is plenty of space for relaxing during breaks too.

Welcome to your future. Dudley Sixth is a brand new A level centre serving all students in the area. Opened in September 2012 for bright, motivated students, it offers AS and A level courses in fabulous new facilities, backed up with excellent support and teaching. Our town centre location makes Dudley Sixth easy to access, attracting many of the brightest students in our region. Dudley Sixth is open to all. However, it is a partnership involving five local schools and Dudley College who will work together to provide a seamless transition for students who go on to study at A level. If you are not from a partner school – don’t worry. Our dedicated and experienced team of teachers will give you all the help and support you need.

As a Dudley Sixth student you can also take advantage of the other fantastic new facilities in the Learning Quarter including a theatre, sport and fitness centre, hair and beauty salon and coffee shop.

dudley sixth

We look forward to welcoming you in September 2013.

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Have some serious fun during your time at Dudley Sixth. At AS and A level you may have reduced the number of subjects you’re studying but that’s no reason to narrow your horizons. Dudley Sixth offers a range of mind-expanding extracurricular activities to enhance your time with us. Whether you’re into drama, dance and music, or sport and outdoor adventure, there’s some serious fun to be had out of hours at Dudley Sixth. In addition there will be opportunities to help mentor other students, participate in community projects or be a volunteer helper in a range of organisations. There is a grown-up element to all this, too. As well as helping you to build lasting friendships and reminding you that life isn’t all about exams, our extracurricular activities will look great on your CV, making you stand out to potential employers or university admissions officers.

We encourage students and parents to ask plenty of questions – and there’s no time like the present to get started.

Ralph Gerrad 1900-1974

Provoking Thought

See why learning is about more than exams and textbooks. Dudley Sixth doesn’t believe in spoon feeding students with information or teaching them merely to pass examinations. Of course exam success is vital to your onward career at university or work, but so is the ability to think for yourself, to question norms and to explore the ideas that grab your interest. Thought-provoking discussions – rather than textbooks and lectures – can help to inspire a lifelong love of learning in us all.

At Dudley Sixth, alongside excellent teaching from hand-picked experienced staff, we aim to nurture generations of inquiring minds.

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Reason can answer questions but imagination has to ask them.

Arm yourself with the skills you need in the future.

Did you know juggling has shown to change the brain in as little as seven days.

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Seize your chance to grow, as well as learn. To help you thrive in your studies, we are creating an environment that is happy, warm and supportive. We will celebrate your successes and encourage you to be the best you can possibly be.

Dudley Sixth provides an important springboard between school and higher education or the world of work, so we always have our eyes on your future. However, the choices that lay before you can be complex and confusing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where we come in. From personal advice sessions to attendance at university open days and higher education fairs, we have the expertise to guide you through the whole university admissions process. We aim to make sure your next step is the right one for you.

Dudley Sixth can further your career plans with the following range of AS and A level courses: Accounting Biology Business Chemistry Citizenship Communication & Culture Computing Drama & Theatre Studies Economics English Language English Literature Environmental Studies Film Studies Fine Art French

Geography Geology German Government & Politics Graphic Design History ICT (Information and Communication Technology)

Law Maths (Pure & Mechanics or Pure & Statistics)

Music

Photography Physics Psychology Religious Studies Sociology Sport & Physical Education Textiles

The study indicates that learning new things helps the brain to change very quickly.

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Sign up soon: September 2013 will be here before you know itâ&#x20AC;Ś If you are interested in studying at Dudley Sixth in September, we urge you to register your interest immediately. Find out more at www.dudleysixth.co.uk or phone our enquiries team on 0800 783 6095.

Administration 28

Boost your employability: every organisation, large or small, needs administrators.

Administration

By taking a course in Administration at Dudley College, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get the skills you need to work in any number of organisations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and in roles that range from management to clerical work. Administrators keep life running smoothly behind the scenes, perhaps filing, storing information and managing diaries, through to arranging travel, answering the telephone and welcoming visitors. Most roles in this sector are predominantly office-based. You can study Administration at several different levels here at Dudley College, taking you from basic office skills through to teamworking, health & safety, writing business documents and office procedures. We also offer an Apprenticeship in Customer Service. Our Administration Suite has all the office equipment you would use in a real working environment, including digital audio equipment. Studying with us is a great way to combine theoretical, desk-based knowledge with real, hands-on experience that could take you far in life.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

100%

92%

Level 2

100%

95%

Level 3

100%

87%

Total 34 100%

59% Education & Training 21% Employment * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

89%

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Administration

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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Administration

OCR Certificate – Level 1

OCR Certificate – Level 2

REF: 1774

REF: 2295

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

You will learn how to make and receive telephone calls, how to welcome visitors, handle mail (incoming and outgoing), handle diary systems (paper based and computerised) and create business documents. You will also study the business and administration working environment and a broad range of IT skills.

This course will teach you the skills and knowledge you will need to find employment in an office environment or progress to another qualification. On the course you will learn about:

COURSE ASSESSMENT All units are portfolio-based. The IT units are tested under exam conditions.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• • • •

Working in an administration environment and team work Writing business documents Organising business travel and accommodation Organising meetings and handling diary systems.

You will also take additional qualifications in word processing and business presentations.

You must attend an interview and hold 4 GCSEs grades E – G including English or Entry Level 3 communication skills. If you have practical work experience but no formal qualifications you will be considered following an interview with the course tutor and initial assessment.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

MATERIALS

You must attend an interview with the course tutor and hold one of the following:

You will need stationery such as folders, paper, pens and pencils, plus a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION At the end of this course, you could progress to administration Level 2, an Apprenticeship in administration or another course at Level 2 (e.g.. business, IT).

You will be assessed by a mix of internal assessments and external examinations.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

4 GCSEs at grade D or above, including English OR OCR Certificate in Administration Level 1 and Key Skill Communication Level 1 OR BTEC Introductory Diploma in Business, Retail and Administration Level 1 (merit or distinction) and Key Skill Communication Level 1. You must also achieve Level 1 or above during Literacy initial assessment. If you have practical work experience but no formal qualifications you will be considered following an interview with the course tutor.

MATERIALS You will need stationery such as folders, paper, pens and pencils, plus a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION OCR Diploma in Administration Level 3 OR Apprenticeship/Advanced Apprenticeship in Administration or Customer Service; Text and Word Processing Level 3 (part-time); EDI Certificate in Administration Level 3 (part-time).

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Administration OCR Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3192

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

COURSE ASSESSMENT The modules will be assessed via portfolios of students’ work. The IT modules are tested by timed examinations at the end of the course.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS One of the following: 4 GCSEs grades A* – C, including English or OCR Certificate/ Diploma in Administration Level 2 and Communication Skills Level 2. You must be able to demonstrate a suitable level of IT skills either by a qualification or by practical demonstration. You must attend a successful interview.

MATERIALS You will need basic stationery items, such as folders, dividers, pens, paper etc., and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION You could progress to an Advanced Apprenticeship or another Level 3 course (business or IT). You could also go direct into full-time or part-time employment.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Administration

The course will cover the following topics: understanding roles in organisations, producing complex business documents, supporting business meetings, understanding laws that affect businesses, working as part of a team, verbal communication and a range of IT skills.

Administration

Customer Service

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

REF: 634

REF: 1834

Administration

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

You will receive a wide range of work-based learning including:

Office systems and procedures, communication systems and procedures, health and safety at work, laws affecting administration roles, receiving visitors, booking travel and accommodation; working as part of a team and personal and professional development. You will also do Functional Skills – English, Maths and IT.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continual assessment and/or examinations depending on the course of study.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be in employment or have secured or be looking for your own work placement before you can start this course. Apprenticeship Level 2: GCSE English at grade C or above and Maths at grade D or above, a successful interview and an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy. Also basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and good keyboard skills. Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades A to C including English and Maths, NVQ Level 2 or at least one year’s experience working in an office environment with knowledge of office procedures. You will also be given help to secure a work placement to join the programme.

MATERIALS You will need basic items of stationery – pens, paper etc. and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 1 year (each level).

PROGRESSION From Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 you may progress to Higher Education, professional qualifications or seek promotion opportunities.

On the Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3, you will learn about the organisation, delivery and maintenance of reliable customer service, improving the customer relationship, working with others to improve customer service, monitoring and solving customer problems, and promoting continuous improvement. You will also study for a technical certificate that will give you the knowledge you need to do your job and work on your Functional Skills in Maths and English.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed in the workplace for your competence in providing customer service. You will have to take timed exams for the technical certificate (multiple choice exam) and you may have to produce a portfolio and take a test in Maths and English.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be in employment or have secured your own work placement. To start the Apprenticeship Level 2: You must have a minimum of GCSE Maths at grade A* – D and English at grades A* – C, complete a successful interview and an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy. You will need to be able to show that you have basic IT skills. To start the Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades A* – C including English and Maths, NVQ Level 2 and at least one year’s experience in a customer service environment. You will also need to attend an interview and achieve suitable results on your initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy. You will also need a work placement that allows you to collect the evidence for a Level 3 NVQ. You will be given help to secure a work placement if you are unable to find your own.

MATERIALS You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 1 year (each level).

PROGRESSION From Level 2 you can progress to Level 3, providing your work placement will give you the evidence required for a Level 3 NVQ. From Level 3 you can progress to advanced part-time courses in business studies or administration.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

33 Administration For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Animal Science 34

Learn the theory behind caring for and handling domestic, farm or exotic animals.

Animal Science

As a learner on one of Dudley Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Animal Science courses, you will learn about what is needed to ensure the health and welfare of domestic, farm and even exotic animals.You will study the principles of animal biology and explore what constitutes a clean and friendly environment in which animals can thrive. While our courses are primarily classroom-based, we are delighted to be working in partnership with Brockswood Animal Sanctuary in Sedgley, which offers a home to all kinds of sick, injured or abandoned creatures â&#x20AC;&#x201C; whether they are cute and cuddly or creepy and crawly.You will also have the chance to undertake work experience at Dudley Zoo. Our academic courses are ideal if you want to progress to higher education or pursue a career in an animal-related area such as veterinary nursing, wildlife management and zoos, animal welfare organisations or animal health welfare.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC; Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 2

93%

95%

Total

16 93%

95%

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Animal Science

Animal Management

BTEC Diploma – Level 2

Edexcel – Level 3

REF: 3452

REF: 3491

CAMPUS

The Broadway, Brockswood Animal Sanctuary & Dudley Zoo

COURSE CONTENT

Topics to be covered will include: • Maintain animal accommodation • Maintain animal health and welfare • Basic principles of animal biology • Animal behaviour and handling • Animal breeds and grooming.

Topics to be covered will include: • Principles of animal biology • Principles of animal nutrition • Exotic animal health and husbandry • Principles of wildlife populations, ecology and conservation • Farm livestock husbandry • Understand animal health and welfare • Understand animal welfare and breed development.

The course will be based at The Broadway campus for tuition and tutorial but also at Brockswood Animal Sanctuary for tuition and practical activities and Dudley Zoo for practical activities.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Assessment is through assignments set during the year. These assignments can involve the demonstration of knowledge and practical skills. Part of the course will involve a placement at a work-based site that deals with animals.

The course will be based at The Broadway campus for tuition and tutorial but also at Brockswood Animal Sanctuary for tuition and practical activities and Dudley Zoo for practical activities.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Assessment is through assignments set during the year. These assignments can involve the demonstration of knowledge and practical skills. Part of the course will involve a placement at a work-based site that deals with animals.

You should have a minimum of D grade at GCSE (or equivalent) in 4 subjects including English Language and Science.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

MATERIALS

You should have 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above including English Language and a grade D in Science.

Text books will be provided. You will be required to provide writing materials and paper. You will need to have sturdy, waterproof footwear such as boots and warm clothing when spending time at Brockswood Animal Sanctuary and Dudley Zoo.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Successful completion of this course with merit or distinction will allow entry on to a Level 3 course in Animal Science.

MATERIALS Text books will be provided. You will be required to provide writing materials and paper. You will need to have sturdy, waterproof footwear such as boots and warm clothing when spending time at Brockswood Animal Sanctuary and Dudley Zoo.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION This qualification is equivalent to 3 A levels and is suitable for those wishing to enter a specialist area of work in Animal Science and management or to progress to Higher Education on a degree or HND course.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Gari Hardiman u Animal Management Level 3 With his heart set on becoming a zoo keeper, Gari has worked his way through the first year of his course achieving distinction grades and has now embarked on the second year, with the same determination to succeed.

Gari said: “I believe that studying at Dudley College has made me realise my own potential and my qualification will lead me on to the career path that I have dreamt of. The staff are really supportive and I thoroughly enjoy coming to college.”

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Animal Science

Richard Crompton, lecturer at Dudley College said: “Gari is a successful and popular student who has impressed us with the quality of his work. Gari has shown that through hard work and excellent attendance a successful career in the animal world is within reach. Personable and articulate, Gari has been an outstanding student, who has demonstrated the skills necessary to succeed on an animal science course.”

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Build skills and knowledge for your chosen career – and earn while you learn.

APPRENTICESHIPS

Apprenticeships are a great way to learn ‘on the job’ – and earn a salary at the same time. Supporting a wide range of disciplines from accounting to engineering, hairdressing to retail, Dudley College’s Apprenticeship programme provides the academic backbone to your working week.You will probably work for four days in five with your employer and come to us for one on day release. If you are considering an Apprenticeship through Dudley College, it is likely that you are already employed or have secured a work placement. If you haven’t, our Pre-Apprenticeship Programme may be for you. Either way, we always offer a friendly, personal service to help you on your way towards a bright future. We can also assist if you have secured your work placement but need a boost in meeting the GCSE entry requirements.

Dudley College’s Employment Hub If you’re looking for work that will enable you to undertake a full-time or part-time Apprenticeship, our exciting new Employment Hub should be your first port of call. In these new facilities our careers experts are on hand to help you with CV writing, interview techniques, applications and job searching. We also offer a dedicated Apprenticeship brokerage service to match you with the right employer.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC; Level

Starts

Intermediate 951

Achievement

National Rate

87%

75%

Advanced 393 88%

79%

Total

76%

1,344 88%

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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Animal Science APPRENTICESHIPS For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Pre-Apprenticeship Programme

Accounting

REF: 3681

REF: 1577

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

If you’re interested in becoming an apprentice, but you’re not currently employed, or if you would like to kick start a career with gaining the underpinning knowledge for employment, then a pre-apprenticeship course could be the ideal route for you. Our pre-apprenticeship programme has been designed to understand your skills you have to offer an employer and develop further skills to allow you to become an apprentice. While on the programme, our recruitment team will support you in looking for employment opportunities. This course is ideal if you have recently left school and/or are looking for an apprenticeship. You will study: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Employability skills Interview skills Application and CV writing Working with others Team building Meeting employers’ expectations Presentation skills Community project Career information and advice Literacy and Numeracy development ICT skill development Personal social development.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed through a variety of methods such as computer-based examinations, portfolio work, assignments and observations.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be 16+ years of age and be currently unemployed and looking for an apprenticeship.

MATERIALS You will need basic items of stationery – pens, paper etc. and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 22 weeks.

PROGRESSION Any Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

This programme offers the benefits of experience at work supported by learning at college and is especially suited to you if you do not wish to stay in full-time education, have a good idea of what you want to do and want to gain an accounting qualification. The subjects you will study include: At Level 2: • Recording income and receipts • Making and recording payments • Preparing ledger balances and an initial trial balance • Supplying information for management control • Working with information technology • Achieving personal effectiveness • Functional Skills. At Level 3: • Maintaining financial records and preparing accounts • Recording and evaluating costs and revenues • Preparing reports and returns • Working with computers • Maintaining a healthy, safe and productive working environment • Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed mainly by computer-based examinations.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need. Level 2: You will need 5 GCSEs grades A – C including English and Maths, a successful interview and an initial assessment. Level 3: You will need to have completed Apprenticeship Level 2. An interview and an initial assessment will be needed. You must be in relevant employment or have secured your own work placement.

MATERIALS You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Completion of Level 2 leads to the Level 3 qualification. Successful completion of the Level 3 leads to appropriate management programmes and part-time Level 4 accounts programmes.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Administration

Butchery & Retail Skills

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

REF: 634

REF: 3494

CAMPUS

The Broadway

Off-site

COURSE CONTENT

You will receive a wide range of work-based learning including:

This programme aims to equip you with the necessary skills to work in the meat and poultry processing industry. It is a practical hands-on course if you are new to the industry or more experienced and do not have formal qualifications.

Office systems and procedures, communication systems and procedures, health and safety at work, laws affecting administration roles, receiving visitors, booking travel and accommodation, working as part of a team and personal and professional development. You will also do Functional Skills – English, Maths and IT.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continual assessment and/or examinations depending on the course of study.

On this course you will study (depending on chosen route): • Food Manufacture (Retail and Service Support Skills) at NVQ Level 2 OR • Food Manufacture (Butchery Retail Skills) at NVQ Level 2. A technical certificate: • Level 2 Award in Principles of Working in Food Manufacture. Plus 2 Functional Skills: • Maths – Level 1 • English – Level 1.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Assessment is carried out on a continuous basis involving practical observations in the work place, related knowledge tests and the collection of evidence which is incorporated into a portfolio. Your assessor will visit you regularly to assess your practical skills, review your progress and set objectives with you and your employer. A nationally recognised qualification (NVQ) at Level 2 or 3 will be awarded upon the successful completion of the programme, to formally demonstrate achievement.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

MATERIALS You will need basic items of stationery – pens, paper etc. and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION

You must be in paid employment within the butchery industry, enabling you to further develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of your trade. Although no specific qualifications are required, you must be in paid employment and hold a genuine interest in the industry. You should also be able to demonstrate enthusiasm and a strong determination to succeed in your chosen career.

1 year (each level).

PROGRESSION From Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 you may progress to Higher Education, professional qualifications or seek promotion opportunities.

MATERIALS You will need basic items of stationery – pens, paper etc. and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Completion of Level 2 leads to the Level 3 qualification. Successful completion of the Level 3 leads to appropriate management programmes.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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CAMPUS

Childcare

Construction

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

Carpentry, Brickwork & Plastering

REF: 1352

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

CAMPUS The Broadway

REF: 2797

APPRENTICESHIPS

COURSE CONTENT

CAMPUS

This course is for you if you are currently working with children in a wide variety of situations e.g. working in a playgroup, crèche, day nursery or as a nanny. You will learn about caring for children as they develop from birth to 16 years of age, covering topics such as:

Mons Hill

• • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Certificate in children’s care, learning and development Level 2 NVQ childcare learning development Functional Skills Level 1 – Maths Functional Skills Level 1 – ICT Paediatric first aid (ERR) Employers’ Rights and Responsibilities An introduction to working with children The developing child Safe, healthy and nurturing environments for children Children and play Communication and professional skills The childcare practitioner in the workplace Working with children from birth to age 5 years Tutorials.

COURSE CONTENT Craft areas will include practical and technology aspects and can be chosen from the following: • Brickwork • Site carpentry • Bench joinery. You will also have to study the relative technical certificate, Functional Skills, Health and Safety and Employment Rights and Responsibilities. All practical training is provided in modern college workshops.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continuous on-course assessment of assignments and practical in college.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You will be assessed by assignments and practical assessments.

You must be in employment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Apprenticeship Level 2 and 3: Entry to programme is by interview and an initial assessment at the college in Literacy and Numeracy, in which you are required to achieve Level 1.

You will need to attend an interview, provide two satisfactory references and are required to have: • E mployment in a childcare setting for a minimum of 16 hours per week • 3 GCSEs at grade D or above including English or Functional Skills ICT Level 1 OR CACHE Foundation Award in Caring for Children Certificate at merit OR above with satisfactory placement reports and tutor reference • Initial assessment at Level 1 or above in Literacy and Numeracy. NOTE: Caring & Early Years qualifications lead to employment with vulnerable groups of people, therefore applicants are required to have a clear police record and have police clearance before embarking on the programme. There may be exceptions to this where minor, non-relevant offences are on record. However, any offence may create difficulties in gaining employment in this field of work. CRB forms are available from college.

MATERIALS To be advised by your tutor.

Acceptance on to the programme will depend on a placement offer from an employer. You will be given help to secure your own employment or work placement.

MATERIALS You will need to provide your own paper, pens and pencils. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for working in the workshops, protective footwear must be provided by you and any protective clothing that you may wish to wear. All other PPE is provided by the college.

DURATION 2 – 4 years.

PROGRESSION Employment within the construction industry.

DURATION 1 year (each level).

PROGRESSION Childcare and Education – CACHE Diploma Level 3.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Customer Service

Electro Technical

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

Electrical Installation Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 3

REF: 1834

REF: 636

CAMPUS

The Broadway

On the Apprenticeship Level 2, the topics covered will include: giving customers a positive impression, delivering reliable customer service, developing customer relationships, resolving customer service problems and laws relating to customers. On the Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3, you will learn about the organisation, delivery and maintenance of reliable customer service, improving the customer relationship, working with others to improve customer service, monitoring and solving customer problems, and promoting continuous improvement.

COURSE CONTENT This programme offers the benefit of experience at work, supported by learning at college and is especially suited if you do not wish to remain in full-time education and have a good idea of what you want to do. You will study: • • • • •

Electrical workshop Regulations Electrical principles Craft theory and practices Functional Skills.

You will also study for a technical certificate that will give you the knowledge you need to do your job and work on your Functional Skills in Maths and English.

During the course you will have the opportunity to achieve a C&G 2330 Electro Technical Certificate Level 3 and the AM2 Test.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

You will be assessed in the workplace for your competence in providing customer service. You will have to take timed exams for the technical certificate (multiple choice exam) and you may have to produce a portfolio and take a test in Maths and English.

The NVQ is continually assessed at college and in the workplace and is based on a portfolio of evidence. The C&G 2330 award is assessed by examinations and coursework assessments. Functional Skills consist of assignments and examinations.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You must be in employment or have secured your own work placement.

You must be in employment in the electrical industry with a company capable of supporting an NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (Building Structures).

To start the Apprenticeship Level 2: You must have a minimum of GCSE Maths at grade A* – D and English at grades A* – C, complete a successful interview and an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy. You will need to be able to show that you have basic IT skills.

You will need to have 3 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above and an IT Level 1 qualification. An interview and an initial assessment will be needed.

To start the Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades A* – C including English and Maths, NVQ Level 2 and at least one year’s experience in a customer service environment. You will also need to attend an interview and achieve suitable results on your initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy. You will also need a work placement that allows you to collect the evidence for a Level 3 NVQ. You will be given help to secure a work placement if you are unable to find your own.

MATERIALS You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

MATERIALS Stationery and portfolio materials.

DURATION 2 – 3 years.

PROGRESSION From Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 you may progress to Higher Education, professional qualifications or seek promotion opportunities. Career options: Electrician or management within the electrical industry.

DURATION 1 year (each level).

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Animal Science APPRENTICESHIPS

COURSE CONTENT

Engineering Intermediate Apprenticeship, Advanced Apprenticeship & Higher Apprenticeship – Level 2, 3 & 4 REF: 641

Fenestration or Glass Processing Intermediate Apprenticeship – Level 2 REF: 3817

APPRENTICESHIPS

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

There are a number of options available. Examples are:

Competence: The qualification consists of 4 mandatory units and 10 optional units split into 3 groups. To achieve the qualification, a minimum of 37 credits must be achieved in total, 15 credits from the 4 mandatory units, a minimum 8 credits from optional unit group 1, a minimum 11 credits from optional unit group 2 and a minimum 3 credits from optional unit group 3. Achievement of any additional optional units will be recognised and recorded on the certificate.

Manufacturing/mechanical engineering, including maintenance and multi-skills, which develop practical skills in measuring, marking out, IT skills, turning, milling and basic engineering drawing. You will also undertake class work relating the theory to the practical training in order to meet the requirements of the NVQ qualification. OR Electro Mechanical Engineering: To develop practical skills in assembly, test and fault finding of electrical/electronic components, equipment, and systems. Both routes also cover Health and Safety and Safe Working Practices in the workplace. During your ‘on-the-job’ experience in a company you will develop your skills further under actual working conditions.

Knowledge: The qualification comprises 4 mandatory units and 9 optional units. To achieve the qualification a minimum of 13 credits must be achieved in total, 10 from the 4 mandatory units and a minimum of 3 credits from the 9 optional units. Apprentices also need to complete an additional unit on Employee Rights and Responsibilities.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

Achievement of any additional optional credits will be recognised and recorded on the certificate.

Continual assessment for NVQs coupled with assignments and/or examinations depending on course of study.

Functional Skills in English and Maths.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENT

You must be employed to be an Apprentice. If you do not have a work placement or an offer of a placement, you will be given help to find employment.

A range of assessment methods are used from observations, practical tests, question and answers, tests online and written, completion of question booklets, company documents and portfolios.

You will be assessed prior to starting the course and will be designated an Apprenticeship or Advanced Apprenticeship to reflect your assessment performance and the wishes of your sponsoring employer.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Apprenticeship Level 2: You will be required to attend an interview and complete an initial assessment to determine your current level of abilities.

MATERIALS

Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need 4 GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths and Science and a good command of English.

DURATION

MATERIALS Stationery and portfolio materials.

Candidates must be in employment and complete a successful interview. Potential candidates must also complete an initial assessment to gauge Literacy and Numeracy levels.

Must provide own writing materials etc.

1 – 2 years.

PROGRESSION Level 3 qualifications are available.

DURATION 1 – 2 years (each level).

PROGRESSION Higher National Diploma/Certificate in Engineering.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Hairdressing

Health & Social Care

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

REF: 643

REF: 3492

CAMPUS

Dudley Evolve

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

You will study the following units:

Depending on your job role there are a range of units that you can choose to complete.

• Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety • Give clients a positive impression of yourself and your organisation • Advise and consult with clients • Develop and maintain effectiveness at work • Shampoo and condition hair and scalp • Cut hair using basic techniques • Style, dress and finish hair using basic techniques • Perm and neutralise using basic techniques • Change hair colour using basic techniques • Reception skills. Plus additional units for Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continual assessment and external tests in Functional Skills (unless exemptions apply). Exemptions from Functional Skills include GCSE at grade C or above in English Language/Literature, Maths and Information Technology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be in employment for at least 16 hours per week. Apprenticeship Level 2: GCSEs at grades A to D to include English at grade D or above, with excellent communication skills and a successful interview and initial assessment. Advanced Level 3: A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Maths.

MATERIALS The following equipment and protective clothing to be provided by the trainee:

These can include: • • • • • • •

Health and Safety Communication Understanding physical disabilities Infection control Awareness of sensory loss Nutrition Dementia awareness.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed by a portfolio of work. Practical assessment will be observed performance in the workplace, questioning and reflective evidence. Functional Skills consist of assignments and examinations.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need to attend an interview and an initial assessment and you must be in employment in the care industry. NOTE: Caring & Early Years qualifications lead to employment with vulnerable groups of people, therefore applicants are required to have a clear police record and have police clearance before embarking on the programme.There may be exceptions to this where minor, non-relevant offences are on record. However, any offence may create difficulties in gaining employment in this field of work. CRB forms are available from college.

MATERIALS To be advised by your tutor.

DURATION 1 – 3 years.

PROGRESSION From Advanced Apprenticeship you can seek promotion opportunities.

A kit containing scissors, a selection of combs and brushes etc. Dress code to be worn will be black trousers, tunic and shoes. Supplier information and price lists will be issued during college induction.

DURATION 1 – 2 years.

PROGRESSION Hairdressing NVQ Level 3.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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CAMPUS

Improving Operational Performance Intermediate Apprenticeship – Level 2 REF: 3386

CAMPUS

COURSE ASSESSMENT

The Broadway

Continual assessment and/or examinations depending on the course of study.

COURSE CONTENT There are three pathways available as follows:

APPRENTICESHIPS

Pathway 1: Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 You will study: • W orking safely in an engineering environment, working efficiently and effectively in engineering, using and communicating technical information, plus 3 other units from a range of options • Functional Skills Level 1 – Maths • Functional Skills Level 1 – English • (ERR) Employment Responsibilities and Rights. This course is designed to develop practical skills in turning, milling and hand fitting, along with basic skills in measuring and reading engineering drawings, in order to meet the requirements of the NVQ qualification. Pathway 2: Performing Manufacturing Operations Level 2 You will study: • C omplying with statutory organisational regulations. Safety, promoting effective working relationships or contributing to effective team working. Plus 3 other units from a range of options • Functional Skills Level 1 – Maths • Functional Skills Level 1 – English • (ERR) Employment Responsibilities and Rights. This course is designed to develop practical skills in methodical assembly/sequencing and performance training techniques in order to meet the requirements of the NVQ qualification. During your ‘on-the-job’ experience in a company you will develop your skills further under actual working conditions.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must have employed status to take part in an apprenticeship. Our Employment Hub recruitment service can support you to find employment opportunities if unemployed. The Employment Hub can be located on the ground floor of H block at The Broadway and aims to help anyone looking for employment. Entry on to an apprenticeship is by interview and an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy at the college. Acceptance on to the programme will depend on a placement offer from an employer. Industrial Application Apprenticeships require a minimum entry standard of at least 2 GCSEs at Grade E or above in Maths and English. You will be given help to secure your own employment or work placement.

MATERIALS Study pack, stationery and portfolio materials.

DURATION 1 – 2 years (each pathway).

PROGRESSION Advanced Apprenticeship.

Pathway 3: Business Improvement Techniques Level 2 You will study: • C omplying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements, contributing to effective team working, contributing to the application of workplace organisation techniques, contributing to the application of continuous improvement techniques (Kaizen), contributing to the development of visual management systems. Plus one optional unit: • Functional Skills Level 1 – Maths • Functional Skills Level 1 – ICT • (ERR) Employment Responsibilities and Rights.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals Intermediate Apprenticeship, Advanced Apprenticeship & Higher Apprenticeship – Level 2, 3 & 4 REF: 645

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT The programme offers the benefits of work experience supported by college-based learning and offers an alternative to those who do not wish to remain in full time education. Offered at Levels 2, 3 and 4 learners will complete: • D iploma in ICT Professional Competence (including the Comptia A+) • Award/Certificate in ICT Systems and Principles • HNC in Computing (Level 4 only) • Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT. The Diploma in ICT Professional Competence allows for the selection of a number of optional units such as: • • • • • • • •

Testing ICT systems Technical fault diagnosis Working with hardware and ICT equipment Security of ICT systems Software installation and upgrade Technical advice and guidance Website software Remote support for ICT products and services.

COURSE ASSESSMENT By a variety of methods – on course portfolio of evidence (electronic), externally set examinations and work-based assessment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Apprenticeship Level 2: You will ideally need 4 GCSEs to include Maths and English at grade D or above, together with a successful interview including an initial assessment and references. Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You must have completed an Apprenticeship Level 2 or hold other relevant qualifications. You must be in employment or have secured your own work placement. Higher Apprenticeship Level 4: You must have completed an Apprenticeship Level 3 or hold other relevant qualifications. You must be in employment or have secured your own work placement.

MATERIALS You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION Level 2 – 12 months Level 3 – 18 months Level 4 – 24 months.

PROGRESSION Seek promotion opportunities in the workplace or additional professional qualifications. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Animal Science APPRENTICESHIPS

CAMPUS

Mechanical Services Gas, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Heating & Ventilating Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3 48

REF: 1560

APPRENTICESHIPS

CAMPUS Mons Hill

COURSE CONTENT This programme offers the benefits of experience at work supported by learning at college and is especially suited to you if you do not wish to stay in full-time education and have a good idea of what you want to do. You will study: • H eating and ventilating (industrial, domestic and service and maintenance) • Plumbing or gas fitting including practical experience • Background theory and technical aspects • Health and Safety • Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed by a variety of methods including continual assessment, externally set examinations and work-based assessment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Apprenticeship Level 2: You will need GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C or above, together with an initial assessment and an interview. Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need 4 GCSEs at grade C or above or a Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification. You must be in employment.You will be given help to secure employment if necessary.

Reception – Front of House Intermediate Apprenticeship – Level 2 REF: 3816

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT • Maintenance of a safe, hygienic and secure working environment • Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organisation • Working effectively as part of a hospitality team and a selection of optional units of which some examples are listed below: • deal with arrival of customers • deal with bookings • prepare customer accounts and deal with departures • deal with communications as part of the reception function • provide tourism information services to customers.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Assessment will be via a variety of methods e.g observation in the workplace, discussions, assignments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be employed in the job role and work for more than 16 hours per week. You must provide 2 satisfactory references. You should have English and Maths at a grade D or above. You must have had at least 1 month’s experience in this job role before we can enrol you on the course.You should have Literacy and Numeracy skills at Level 1.

MATERIALS To be advised by tutor.

MATERIALS

DURATION

You will need to provide your own paper, pens and pencils. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for working in the workshops, protective footwear must be provided by you and any protective clothing that you may wish to wear. All other PPE is provided by the college.

1 – 2 years.

DURATION

PROGRESSION Advanced Apprenticeship in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership pathway, Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Business and Administration.

2 – 4 years.

PROGRESSION From Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 you may progress to NVQs in domestic heating, heating and ventilation, service and maintenance, gas fitting and plumbing or higher education, professional qualifications or seek promotion opportunities.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Retail Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3 REF: 2796

CAMPUS

The Broadway

You will study: At Level 2: • Working to organisational standards • Team working • 5 optional units, to be agreed • Functional Skills. At Level 3: • Developing and maintaining productive working relationships • 6 optional units, to be agreed • Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be required to produce a portfolio of evidence and take exams for the Functional Skills elements.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Apprenticeship Level 2: You will need GCSE English at grade C – D, completion of an initial assessment and have an interview. Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need a minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Maths. You must be in employment.

MATERIALS You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION 2 – 4 years.

PROGRESSION HNC in Retail or Foundation Degree in Retail Management, promotion opportunities.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Animal Science APPRENTICESHIPS

COURSE CONTENT

Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Warehouse & Distribution

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

REF: 688

REF: 2813

APPRENTICESHIPS

CAMPUS

Wolverhampton Street

Various

COURSE CONTENT

This programme offers the benefit of experience at work supported by learning at college and is especially suited to you if you do not wish to stay in full-time education and have a good idea of what you want to do.You will study:

This course offers the benefit of experience at work supported by learning at college and is especially suited to you if you do not wish to stay in full-time education and have a good idea of what you want to do.You will study:

• Service and maintenance of road vehicles • Health and Safety • Vehicle systems technology • (ERR) Employment Responsibilities and Rights • Functional Skills.

At Level 2: • Health and Safety in the workplace • Security in the workplace • Effective working relationships • Functional Skills • 4 optional units, to be agreed.

COURSE ASSESSMENT IMI Awards set online testing. IMI awards set written assignment (coursework). You will be assessed by portfolio of work and work-based assessment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Apprenticeship Level 2: You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade D or above, including English at grade D together with an interview and an initial assessment.You must be in employment. Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Maths, together with an interview and an initial assessment. You must be in employment.

MATERIALS To be advised by tutor.

DURATION

At Level 3: • Functional Skills • 6 optional units, to be agreed.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed mainly through a portfolio of work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Apprenticeship Level 2: You will need 3 GCSEs at grades A to D including English and Maths, an interview and an initial assessment. Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need to have completed an Apprenticeship at Level 2. If joining at Level 3, you will need to attend an interview and complete an aptitude test. You must be in employment or have secured your own work placement.

1 – 4 years.

MATERIALS

PROGRESSION

You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

Professional qualifications in supervisory management, MOT Tester or Higher Education.

DURATION 1 – 2 years.

PROGRESSION From Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 you may progress to Higher Education or employment.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Lindsey Bree: winner of the 16-18 Apprentice Award u NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing Lindsey Bree has come a long way since walking through the doors at Dudley College. When she walks out she can do so with real pride in her achievements.

Arriving with a lack of confidence and plenty of worries, Lindsey has turned them all around into a positive direction for her life. Helped by encouragement and support from Dudley College staff and the team at her employer – The Hair Professionals Academy, Lindsey 19, has blossomed. Her rewards are a full-time job, based at the salon in Rowley, a Level 2 qualification and the admiration of many people she has encountered during her time at Dudley. Carol Burgess said: “Lindsey is now a strong character who chose a path where she could make things happen for herself. Her employer is really pleased with Lindsey and she has been very motivated despite some knocks. I take my hat off to her.” Lindsey says she is now a lot more confident and happier than before she started at Dudley College: “It has changed my outlook on life – I now know I can go above and beyond. “But I couldn’t have done it without my family, friends, the staff at the salon and Dudley College. They have been excellent.”

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Described as ‘incredible’ by Skills Hub co-ordinator Carol Burgess, Lindsey’s journey has seen her grow in confidence, excel at highly employable skills and become a good communicator.

Art & Design 52

Realise your true potential while pursuing a career in the creative industries.

ART & DESIGN

Learners on our Art & Design courses have gone on to study at a higher level and/or taken up creative careers in exciting fields such as illustration, ceramics, glass production, graphic design, fine art, curation, animation, craft, computer games design, fashion, textiles, product design, interior design, architecture and photography. Our courses could also lead to interesting work in marketing or creative project/event management. Whatever level you’re at, we’re dedicated to helping you reach the next stage – whether that’s higher education, training or employment. As one of our learners, you’ll be able to make good use of our fantastic resources, which include photography processing suites, Apple Mac suites, screenprinting facilities, 3D and ceramics workshops, glassblowing and flameworking studios, fashion and textiles studios with industrial sewing machines, large art studios with colour-printing facilities, and film and editing equipment – including a greenscreen room for video production. Our Art & Design lecturers, many of whom are practising designers or artists, place great importance on creative and ‘making’ skills. So whatever you want to be, we will do our best to help you get there.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

What our students go on to do*

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC; Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

100%

95%

Level 2

98%

95%

Level 3

100%

97%

Total

177 99%

96%

30% Education & Training 5% Employment 61% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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Art & Design

BTEC Diploma – Level 1

BTEC Diploma – Level 2

REF: 1431

REF: 2036

CAMPUS

Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT

What is the Level 1 Diploma in Art and Design? The course is designed to be an introduction to the world of art and design. You will have the opportunity to learn a wide variety of skills that will include drawing, painting, mixed media, graphic design, glass working, printmaking, ceramics and sculpture. Through these activities you will learn perhaps the most important skill of all; how to see and respond to the visual world. Research using the internet and library resources will form part of the learning programme. You will be looking at the work of other artists to inform and inspire your own work. You will also have the opportunity to exhibit your work in a public exhibition at the end of the year.

What is the Level 2 Diploma in Art And Design? The course is designed to develop your creativity in a range of different art and design disciplines such as, graphic design, photography, illustration, 3D, ceramics, visual communication, fine art, drawing, painting, mixed media, textiles, fashion and contextual studies.You will be working on creative and challenging project briefs that will encourage you to produce practical and innovative art and design work. Our expert tutors will encourage you to explore different ways of working and will help develop your creative ability through practical workshops and studio sessions. The course will help you to define your individual pathway through exploring the work of other artists and evaluating your own work to identify strengths and weaknesses. Towards the end of the course you will have the opportunity to display your work in a public exhibition.

In addition to the practical work in the studio you will go on trips and visits that directly relate to the projects you will be doing. Alongside your creative skills you will also develop the more academic skills in English and Maths.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Assessment of project work will take place regularly throughout the course. Work is assessed by course staff throughout the year. However, as well as the actual work made, key opportunities for staff to assess students’ progress will be made through: • Group tutorials • Group discussions, presentations • Annotated scrap/sketch books.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS There are no entry requirements but a keen interest in art or design is desirable. However all applicants will be interviewed and should bring with them a portfolio of creative work.

MATERIALS Most materials are supplied by the college to successfully complete the projects. The college has a well-stocked library of Art and design books and magazines.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Assessment of project work will take place regularly throughout the course.You will complete a final major project that takes place towards the end of the course. Functional Skills are assessed by completing practical work and a short examination. Work is assessed by course staff throughout the year. However, as well as the actual work made, key opportunities for staff to assess students’ progress will be made through: • Group tutorials • Group discussions, presentations • Annotated scrap/sketch books.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have achieved GCSEs at grades D – G. You must bring a portfolio of your work to the interview in order to assess your suitability for the course.

MATERIALS The college will supply most materials needed to successfully complete the projects. However, it is advisable to have your own basic kit of materials.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION The Level 2 Diploma is equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grade A – C. With this qualification you can apply for a Level 3 Extended Diploma or 90 Credit Diploma, GCE AS and A Level or look for employment.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Art & Design BTEC Foundation Diploma – Level 3/4 REF: 1339

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT

You will develop a portfolio of work that is appropriate to your future progression aims and specialise in one of 5 broad ‘Pathway’ areas. • • • • •

Fine art 3D studies Fashion and textiles Visual communication Photography and digital media.

You will then go on to display your work in a major exhibition at the end of the year. Visits to local and national galleries and museums are planned throughout the course and there are opportunities to go on residential trips. Recent destinations the department has visited have been Madrid, Berlin, Barcelona and New York.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed at three main stages throughout the course using project based assessment, observation of your skills in practice, seminar presentations and group and one to one tutorials.You need to pass each stage of the course in order to progress on to the next level, with the final stage of the course being marked against Level 4 criteria.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will have an interview which you will need to bring a portfolio of your artwork to and have one of the following: 1 full A level or 2 AS levels in an art-related subject OR BTEC National or Extended Diploma in an art-related subject. If you have been out of education for some time, you will need to have a portfolio of work that shows your current skills and ability. Prior to enrolment on this course you will also need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.

MATERIALS The college will provide basic materials but you will be required to have your own basic kit such as paintbrushes, portfolio and sketchbook.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION The Foundation course is the beginning for many of a career in the creative industries and previous students have progressed on to a wide range of university courses or have started other training courses or employment. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Art & Design (General) BTEC 180 Credit Extended Diploma/BTEC 90 Credit Diploma – Level 3 REF: 1020

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CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

The majority of materials – paper, clay, card, plaster and plastics are provided free of charge. However, sketch-books and a tool-box containing a range of drawing, painting, craft-tools, stationery and a pocket dictionary/thesaurus students are also expected to provide for themselves. An A1 portfolio in order to transport work to and from college is also required. An equipment list will be issued to learners upon acceptance onto the course.

COURSE CONTENT What is the BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design? It is a course for those who have a keen interest in creative subjects and want to enhance and extend their practical 2D and 3D skills. During this course you will gain practical experience working in state-of-the-art studios and create Art & Design work that is self-directed and supported by tutors with professional experience. You will learn how to explain and evaluate your own working methods through discussion and assignments. You will have many opportunities to produce and exhibit your own work to the general public as well being supported to create a professional portfolio for university or industry. This multi-disciplinary programme encompasses traditional and specialist subjects such as: • Drawing • Painting • Illustration • Fine art • Ceramics • 3D design • Sculpture • Photography • Textiles • Graphics • Visual communication • Glass.

DURATION BTEC 90 Credit Diploma (equivalent to 3 AS Levels) – 1 year. BTEC 180 Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 A Levels) – 2 years.

PROGRESSION Previous students that completed this programme have gained places at Falmouth, Nottingham, Southampton, Worcester, Staffordshire, Wolverhampton and Birmingham City Universities (BCU). Students have gone on to study: applied arts, fine art, graphics, illustration, fashion/textiles, interior & 3D design, photography and visual communication.

You will work on creative projects that are based upon realistic workplace situations and scenarios. The syllabus ensures you develop knowledge and understanding of the creative skills that will be required for you to move into an art, craft and design profession. Educational visits will also form an integral part of the curriculum. Dedicated sessions will investigate and define HE pathways and progression during year 2. Functional Skills are also embedded into your programme.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed through coursework for both practical and theoretical elements.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Candidates should have the following qualifications: 4 GCSEs at grade C or above. One must be in a creative field e.g. art, design technology in graphics, graphic products, textiles or resistant materials. In addition, English Language and Maths are preferred. Or Level 2 Diploma in a creative subject. All applicants will be interviewed where a portfolio of art/design work must be presented. Evidence of predicted grades is also required. Special cases will be considered for those who have been out of education or who have considerable talent.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Computer Games Design BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3500

CAMPUS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Dudley Evolve

You will need to attend an interview and bring with you sketchbooks or a portfolio of your drawings, illustrations, art and design work, together with at least one of the following:

COURSE CONTENT

Some of the subjects within the course may include: • Character design and development using visual recording techniques • Environments, components and asset design and creation • Level design and development • Creating and producing level design documents • History and associations of games and computer games development • 2D and 3D character design and development • 2D and 3D animation • Computer game storyboard development • Games engine modification • Dedicated sessions to investigate and define he pathways and progressions during year 2 • Educational visits will form an integral part of the curriculum, vital to broadening the experience of design and culture.

4 GCSEs at grade C or above one, of which should be in an art or design-related subject OR BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art And Design or equivalent. If you do not meet the entry requirements but have considerable talent and enthusiasm you may be considered. Due to the popularity of this course please apply early to avoid disappointment.

MATERIALS An equipment list will be issued to learners upon acceptance on to the course.

DURATION BTEC 90 Credit Diploma (equivalent to 3 A Levels) – 1 year. BTEC 180 Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 AS Levels) – 2 years.

PROGRESSION HND, BA (Hons) in related subject areas such as software development, computer games design and production, computer games conceptual development, art and design, digital illustration, graphic design etc. Alternatively, employment relating to creative or computer games and industries.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will complete a range of projects throughout the course with a final major project at the end of the course that is self-guided. Your work will be shown in the end-of-year exhibition that is open to the public.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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What is Computer Games Design? It covers a broad range of technical and creative skills needed to be successful in the games industry. Are you interested in character design and in 2D/3D animation and built environments? Working with industry standard applications such as Photoshop, Blender, Maya, 3D Studio Max, Skyrim and Oblivion and seeing how games are made from initial concepts through to the end user? This course has an equal mix of conceptual art and design and practical production for computer games.You will be challenged to think and work creatively in different digital formats and from sketchbooks, with the potential to work on live, challenging project briefs with the opportunity to showcase your work to the public.

Digital Arts & Visual Communication BTEC 180 Credit Extended Diploma/BTEC 90 Credit Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3813

CAMPUS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Dudley Evolve

You will need to attend an interview and bring with you sketchbooks or portfolio of your drawings, illustrations, art and design work, together with at least one of the following:

COURSE CONTENT

ART & DESIGN

What is digital arts and visual communication? It covers a range of creative skills and disciplines within the creative industries. Are you interested in being a graphic designer or working in a creative studio? Creating logos, illustrations, typography, posters, book covers and digital narratives? You will be using industry standard software on the latest Apple Mac computers and will be challenged to think and work creatively in different digital formats and in sketchbooks and layout pages with the potential to work on live challenging project briefs with the opportunity to showcase your work to the public. Some of the subjects within the course may include: • Study and explore traditional drawing skills and digital illustration techniques • Study historical, contemporary designers, artists and illustrators • Apply marker pen processes and presentation techniques for illustration and visual communication • Acquire skills and techniques in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator • Illustration and visual communication • Desktop publishing techniques and processes, page layout design for visual communication • Examine and apply design concepts and produce illustrations for book covers and posters • Conceptual ideas generation and layout design for visual communication • Review the structure of type and typographical forms for graphic design • Dedicated sessions to investigate and define HE pathways and progressions during Year 2 • Educational visits will form an integral part of the curriculum, vital to broadening experience of design and culture • Functional Skills in English.

4 GCSEs at grade C or above one of which should be in an art or design-related subject and preferably a C at GCSE English OR BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design or equivalent. If you do not meet the entry requirements but have considerable talent and enthusiasm you may be considered. Due to the popularity of this course please apply early to avoid disappointment.

MATERIALS An equipment list will be issued to learners upon acceptance on to the course.

DURATION BTEC 90 Credit Diploma (equivalent to 3 AS levels) – 1 year. BTEC 180 Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 full A levels) – 2 years.

PROGRESSION HND, BA (Hons) in related subject areas such as illustration for advertising, digital illustration, visual communication or graphic design.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will complete a range of projects throughout the course with consistent tutor feedback with a final major project at the end of the course that is self-guided and culminates in a final exhibition open to the public.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Fashion & Clothing BTEC 180 Credit Extended Diploma/ BTEC 90 Credit Diploma – Level 3 REF: 1430

CAMPUS

Dudley Evolve

Are you interested in pursuing a career in the fashion or textiles industries? What is the Fashion & Clothing course? This course covers a wide range of specialisms from fashion and textile design, creative research and development, observational, technical and life drawing, fashion illustration, concept building, customer and market profiling, range planning, pattern cutting, garment and accessory production techniques, printed and constructed textiles, fashion industry and business studies, contextual studies, visual communication styles and techniques, colour exploration, fabric and fibre knowledge and computer aided design. During this course you will have the opportunity to create your own textile pieces and fashion collections and have the chance to see your work come to life during public fashion shows. Core Studies Include: • Fashion and textile design • Fashion illustration • Textiles techniques and processes • Pattern cutting • Garment construction.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continuous assessment of coursework in the 1st and 2nd years across a range of mandatory and professional specialist units. Year 2 culminates in a major fashion show production and final exhibition.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 4 GCSEs at grade C or above one in a creative subject, or BTEC Level 2 in Art and Design or related subject. You will also be asked to attend an interview with a portfolio of art and design work.

MATERIALS All reading materials, specialist books, magazines and trend periodicals for this course are available from the college library or the fashion and textiles studios. Students have access to all relevant machinery, up-to-date equipment, the internet and a virtual learning environment which students can access course materials from outside the college.

DURATION BTEC 90 Credit Diploma (equivalent to 3 A levels) – 1 year. BTEC 180 Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 AS levels) – 2 years.

PROGRESSION HND or BA (Hons) in subject areas such as fashion design, fashion marketing and communications, fashion management, fashion journalism, accessory design (contour, lingerie, footwear, millinery), constructed, embroidered or printed textiles, knitwear design or employment within the creative industries.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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COURSE CONTENT

Interior Design (Art & Design) BTEC 180 Credit Extended Diploma/BTEC 90 Credit Diploma – Level 3 REF: 2711

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CAMPUS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Dudley Evolve

Candidates should have the following qualifications:

COURSE CONTENT

4 GCSEs at grade C or above. One must be in a creative field e.g. art, design technology in graphics, graphic products, textiles or resistant materials. In addition English Language and Maths are preferred Or Level 2 Diploma in a creative subject.

What is the BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design with Interior Design? It is a course for those who have a keen interest in creative subjects and want to enhance and extend their practical 2D and 3D skills with a specific technical interiors aspect. During this course you will gain practical experience working in state-of-the-art studios and create art and design work that is self-directed and supported by tutors with professional experience. You will learn how to explain and evaluate your own working methods through discussion and assignments. You will have many opportunities to produce and exhibit your own work to the general public as well being supported to create a professional portfolio for university or industry. This multi-disciplinary programme encompasses traditional and specialist subjects such as: • Drawing • Painting • Illustration • Fine art • Ceramics • 3D design • Sculpture • Photography • Textiles • Graphics • Visual communication • Glass. With a particular technical aspect in year 2 relating purely to interior design, this will be approximately 3 hours additional taught time with a specialist interiors tutor, for example: technical drawing, room planning, mood-board creation, architecture and contextual studies.

All applicants will be interviewed where a portfolio of art/design work must be presented. Evidence of predicted grades is also required. Special cases will be considered for those who have been out of education or who have considerable talent.

MATERIALS The majority of materials – paper, clay, card, plaster and plastics are provided free of charge. However, sketch-books and a tool-box containing a range of drawing, painting, craft-tools, stationery and a pocket dictionary/thesaurus students are also expected to provide for themselves. An A1 portfolio in order to transport work to and from college is also required. An equipment list will be issued to learners upon acceptance onto the course.

DURATION BTEC 90 Credit Diploma (equivalent to 3 AS levels) – 1 year. BTEC 180 Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 A levels) – 2 years.

PROGRESSION Previous students that completed this programme have gained places at Falmouth, Nottingham, Sheffield Hallam, Leeds Metropolitan, Nottingham Trent and Wolverhampton University to study interiors, architecture, urban planning and design.

You will work on creative projects that are based upon realistic, workplace situations and scenarios. The syllabus ensures you develop knowledge and understanding of the creative skills that will be required for you to move into an art and interior design profession. Educational visits will also form an integral part of the curriculum Dedicated sessions will investigate and define HE pathways and progression during year 2. Functional Skills is are embedded into your programme.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed through coursework for both practical and theoretical elements.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Photography BTEC 180 Credit BTEC Extended Diploma/BTEC 90 Credit Diploma â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Level 3 REF: 1430

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

The programme will consist of 18 units. You will study: The course has a practical and vocational emphasis. Your Level 3 qualification in photography includes a strong emphasis in specialist image-making skills and techniques, opportunities for developing a personal style and guidance in producing a unique portfolio of commercial as well as artistic images, based around several units and projects, including areas such as documentary, darkroom, portraiture, fashion, advertising, etc. Photographic assignments are set, designed to reflect workplace situations, activities and demands. The first year of the course consists of 9 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11 units. The four core units are the same as those studied by the art and design students in the department and are essential preparation necessary to study art and design in any subject. These core units are supported by specialist photography units such as location techniques, studio techniques, darkroom practice and image manipulation using computer applications. On the successful completion of these units, you will have the basic building blocks to further your skills in Year 2, where you will have time to explore in more depth specialist specific areas of photography like documentary, advertising, fashion, etc.You will work on more extensive self-directed projects with a view to building a portfolio for university or job interviews, whilst preparing for a final year exhibition.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Course work is gathered in portfolios and workbooks presented for assessment at the conclusion of each assignment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have 5 GCSEs at grade C or above or a BTEC First Diploma in art and design or media. You will be invited to attend an interview, ideally with a portfolio of images. You will also need to demonstrate your interest and commitment to the subject. This course is a natural progression from school.

MATERIALS An equipment list will be issued to learners upon acceptance on to the course.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION The course will give you the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills you require, enabling you to progress as a professional photographer with the photographic industry or direct entry onto a high-level HNC, HND or BA (Hons) degree course in Photography. Career options: Portrait/wedding photographer, photojournalist/ sports photographer, freelance photographer, art photographer/ gallery curator, etc. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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COURSE CONTENT

Business Studies 62

Take an academic or vocational route to achieving your business dreams.

Business Studies

Business Studies courses teach you about many elements of running an enterprise, from accountancy and finance through to production, managing people and marketing. Of course you don’t need a formal education in Business Studies to launch your own empire, but it provides a great grounding for going far in life – and is also an excellent foundation for higher education in disciplines such as economics. Dudley College’s Business Studies courses are taught in up-to-date facilities by dedicated tutors, who themselves have industrial experience to share with you. We are always happy to advise you on career progression or advancement to university – and we’re proud to have some great success stories from our alumni. Our achievement levels in Business Studies are consistently above national averages.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

What our students go on to do*

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC; Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 2

100%

89%

Level 3

92%

84%

Total

118 95%

89%

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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32% Education & Training 22% Employment 44% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

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For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Accounting

(FAST-TRACK)

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

Aat Certificate Level 2 & Diploma Level 3 REF: 2855

CAMPUS The Broadway

Business Studies

COURSE CONTENT This course aims to prepare you for a career in accounting by giving you an AAT Level 2 Certiﬁcate and Level 3 Diploma in one year. You will have completed the Level 2 Certiﬁcate by December and the Level 3 by June. During the course you will study the following learning and assessment areas: Level 2 Certificate: • Basic accounting I • Basic accounting II • Work effectively in accounting and finance • Basic costing • Computerised accounts. Level 3 Diploma: • Accounts preparation I • Accounts preparation II • Cash management • Costs and revenues • Indirect tax • Professional ethics in accounting and finance • Spreadsheet software. You will also do Functional Skills English and in the second half of the autumn term, we aim to arrange some work experience for you one day a week.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Nearly all units are assessed by computer-based exam and, for this reason, you will need to be confident about using a computer.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

REF: 1577

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT This programme offers the benefits of experience at work supported by learning at college and is especially suited to you if you do not wish to stay in full-time education, have a good idea of what you want to do and want to gain an accounting qualification. The subjects you will study include: At Level 2: • Recording income and receipts • Making and recording payments • Preparing ledger balances and an initial trial balance • Supplying information for management control • Working with information technology • Achieving personal effectiveness • Functional Skills. At Level 3: • Maintaining financial records and preparing accounts • Recording and evaluating costs and revenues • Preparing reports and returns • Working with computers • Maintaining a healthy, safe and productive working environment • Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed mainly by computer-based examinations.

You must attend an interview and have 5 GCSEs at grade A – C including English and Maths. You must achieve an appropriate level of Literacy and Numeracy at initial assessment (Level 1).

Level 2: You will need 5 GCSEs grades A – C including English and Maths, a successful interview and an initial assessment.

MATERIALS

Level 3: You will need to have completed Apprenticeship Level 2. An interview and an initial assessment will be needed.

Reading materials for this course are available from the college library. You are required to provide your own stationery including plastic wallets, lever-arch files, folders and calculator.

DURATION

You must be in relevant employment or have secured your own work placement.

1 year.

MATERIALS

PROGRESSION

You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Completion of Level 2 leads to the Level 3 qualification. Successful completion of the Level 3 leads to appropriate management programmes and part-time Level 4 accounts programmes.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Business

BTEC Diploma – Level 2

BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Extended Diploma – Level 3

REF: 3679

REF: 2792

CAMPUS CAMPUS

COURSE CONTENT

The Broadway

The Level 2 Business Diploma has 2 pathways that you can follow. Firstly, there is the Business Pathway where you will learn about the theory of business in units such as: business purposes; business organisations/business online/financial forecasting and promoting and branding. These units aim to help you understand the types of business, the differences between them and then how to finance a business and create basic accounts along with how to promote and brand a product in the most effective way. (See page 146).

COURSE CONTENT

The second pathway is the Retail Pathway where you will develop your understanding of the retail industry through understanding that there are different types of retail channels; the benefit of doing business online and creating a website along with developing professional skills and understanding visual merchandising in retail.

Optional units: Taken from a wide list of choices, but mainly in the following areas: • Finance • Marketing • Personnel/Human resources • Law • Management • Administration • Retail.

There is a huge variety of units available for you to take part in that will help you to develop your understanding of business and the process of turning a business idea into an actual business plan.

COURSE ASSESSMENT A variety of methods are used to assess learning throughout the course and they are as follows: • • • •

Formal business reports Formal business presentations Professional skill role-play activities In-class assessments – formal and informal.

All are graded on a Pass/merit/distinction basis which each accrue a different value of points.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 4 GCSEs – 1 GCSE must be a C grade in Maths or English and a further 3 GCSEs between grade D – G. Initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy at Level 1 and above.

The course consists of 18 units – 4 core units and 14 optional units. Core units: • The business environment • Business resources • Introduction to marketing • Business communication.

COURSE ASSESSMENT The assessment approach of the BTEC Nationals in Business allows you to receive feedback on your progress throughout the course as they provide evidence towards the assessment and grading criteria. Evidence for assessment may be generated through a range of diverse activities including assignment and project work, case studies, workplace assessment, role play and oral presentation.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have one of the following qualifications: 4 GCSEs at grade C or above to include Maths and English OR BTEC First Diploma at merit Level.

MATERIALS

You will be provided with a core text book free of charge at the start of the year and this must be returned to us at the end of the course. You are expected to bring your own folder/plastic wallets/ dividers/paper/pens and USB pen drive to save your work to.

You will be provided (free of charge) with a core text book. The textbook will have the majority of units studied on the programme. The text book will be an excellent resource to use for supporting the course.

DURATION

1 year.

PROGRESSION

Students may progress onto the BTEC Extended Diploma in Business Level 3 programme or any other Level 3 programme.

The BTEC Nationals in Business provide a route to employment in the many diverse areas of business. These could include: • R oles in specialist areas such as management, marketing, finance, customer service or human resources in large organisations • A more generic role in a small local business. You may wish to gain the qualification in order to progress to a higher education foundation degree, HND or other professional development programme. You may want to extend the specialist nature of the subjects you study on the BTEC Level 3 Diploma or another programme of study.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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The Broadway

Caring & Early Years 66

Get a strong start in the caring sector, or for a career working with children.

caring & early years

Whether you’re hoping for a career in healthcare, or would like to focus specifically on children’s care, education or development, Dudley College’s Caring & Early Years department is the perfect place to acquire both the theory and the hands-on experience you need. The qualifications you will gain can equip you for work in schools, nurseries, hospitals, special-needs schools or care homes. And if you want to continue studying you’ll be in good company: many of our healthcare learners go on to higher education. Although you’ll be based at our Broadway campus, nearly half of your learning will happen in the workplace, helping you to become competent and confident at the same time. We’ve built close links with local employers so you can apply your new knowledge to real situations and real people. NOTE: Because Caring & Early Years qualifications are designed to lead to employment with vulnerable groups of people, please note that you will need to have an enhanced CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check before embarking on our courses.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

What our students go on to do*

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC; Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

93%

95%

Level 2

94%

92%

Level 3

92%

96%

Total

171 93%

94%

56% Education & Training 20% Employment 11% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Animal Science caring & early years

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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Caring for Children

Childcare

Cache Diploma – Level 1

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

REF: 3440

REF: 1352

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

caring & early years

You will study a number of subjects. Listed below are a selection of these subjects: • • • •

Human growth and development Play and practical activities Preparing for your next steps Care of children.

COURSE ASSESSMENT The course will be assessed by assignments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS To join this course you will need to attend an interview and provide two satisfactory references. You will need E3 or above initial assessment and 2 GCSEs at grade F or above including English Language would be desirable. NOTE: Caring & Early Years qualifications lead to employment with vulnerable groups of people, therefore applicants are required to have a clear police record and have police clearance before embarking on the programme.There may be exceptions to this where minor non-relevant offences are on record. However, any offence may create difficulties in gaining employment in this field of work. CRB forms are available from college.

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT This course is for you if you are currently working with children in a wide variety of situations e.g. working in a playgroup, crèche, day nursery or as a nanny. You will learn about caring for children as they develop from birth to 16 years of age, covering topics such as: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

COURSE ASSESSMENT

MATERIALS

You will be assessed by assignments and practical assessments.

A reading list will be supplied. Other materials will be advised by your tutor.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Level 2 Certificate for Children and Young People’s Workforce. Note: Course details subject to change.

MATERIALS To be advised by your tutor.

DURATION 1 year (each level).

PROGRESSION Childcare and Education – CACHE Diploma Level 3.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Children and Young People’s Workforce (QCF) England Cache Certificate – Level 2 REF: 3728

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT During the course you will learn about keeping children safe, about working with babies and young children, development from birth to 19 and supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.You will also learn how to develop your own professional practice. Learning about paediatric emergency first aid is also part of this course. For those learners who have no previous experience of working with children and young people, awarding organisations recommend that 200 hours be spent in a real work environment.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods which could include: • Witness evidence • Optional task set by CACHE • Professional discussion • Reflection on own practice in real work situations • Interpretation of knowledge from direct observation of practice in the workplace • Written assignments • Learner’s own plans and written records.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should be at least 16 years old. You will need 4 GCSEs at grade D including English language and preferably Mathematics. An enhanced CRB and medical check is required for this course. Two satisfactory references are required – one must be a school reference and one must be a character reference. Applicants will undertake an initial assessment in English and are required to achieve a Level 1. NOTE: Because Caring & Early Years qualifications are designed to lead to employment with vulnerable groups of people, please note that you will need to have an enhanced CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check before embarking on our courses.

MATERIALS Other materials will be advised by your tutor.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION It provides a direct progression route to the Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce. Learners can also progress to the following job roles: • Assistant pre-school workers • Assistants in children’s centres • Assistants in day nurseries, nursery schools and nursery classes in primary. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Animal Science caring & early years

CAMPUS

Children and Young People’s Workforce (QCF) England Cache Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3726

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CAMPUS

MATERIALS

The Broadway

To be advised by your tutor.

COURSE CONTENT

DURATION

This qualification is designed to build the knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people from birth to 19 years. A minimum of 400 hours must be spent in a real work environment, but more hours may be required to become competent. During the course you will learn about keeping children safe, about working with babies and young children, development from birth to 19 and supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. You will also learn how to develop your own professional practice.

2 years.

PROGRESSION On completion learners can progress to various job roles depending on the pathway taken. The following list gives a taster of the opportunities available:

COURSE ASSESSMENT

• Working in day nurseries, nursery schools and nursery or reception classes in primary schools • Children’s centre manager • Registered childminders and nannies.

You will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods which could include:

Progression to the Extended Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce.

• Witness evidence • Optional task set by CACHE • Professional discussion • Reflection on own practice in real work situations • Interpretation of knowledge from direct observation of practice in the workplace • Written assignments • Learner’s own plans and written records.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should be at least 16 years old. All applicants must have an Enhanced CRB and a health check will be required. Two positive references, one from school and one character reference are also required. Applicants should have achieved 4 GCSEs at grade C or above. One must be English Language and ideally others will include Mathematics and Science. Those applying with a Level 2 Diploma will be expected to have grade B or above or merit/distinction overall and Functional Skills English Level 1. Those applying from Early Years courses must have three passed placements. NOTE: Because Caring & Early Years qualifications are designed to lead to employment with vulnerable groups of people, please note that you will need to have an enhanced CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check before embarking on our courses.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Health & Social Care Edexcel BTEC Diploma – Level 2 REF: 3497

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

There are four compulsory units: • Communication in health and social care • Individual rights in health and social care • Individual needs in health and social care • Ensuring safe environments in health and social care. And four others from: • Vocational experience in a health and social care setting (this requires 60 hours of work experience) • Anatomy and physiology for health and social care • Creative and therapeutic activities in health and social care • The impact of diet on health • Human lifespan development • Cultural diversity in health and social care. In addition, you will also take one Functional Skills qualification in either English, Maths or ICT.

COURSE ASSESSMENT This is by projects, assignments, practical work and also by tests for Functional Skills. Work placement is mandatory to pass this course.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A BTEC Level 1 qualification in health and social care or a related vocational area at merit or distinction Level OR A standard of Literacy and Numeracy supported by a general education equivalent to four GCSEs at grade D or above including English OR Other related Level 1 qualifications at merit or distinction Level OR Related work experience (a reference will be required). NOTE: Because Caring & Early Years qualifications are designed to lead to employment with vulnerable groups of people, please note that you will need to have an enhanced CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check before embarking on our courses.

MATERIALS The course tutor will recommend books. You will be expected to use the library as well as your own text books. Some research may be carried out using reliable websites. Additional costs for visits and clothing will be confirmed by your tutor. Please provide your own pens, pencils, folder and paper.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Progression to Level 3 programmes in health and social care or progression into employment or an Apprenticeship. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Animal Science caring & early years

The Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma has potential to prepare you for employment and it is suitable if you have decided to enter a particular area of work. It is broadly equivalent to four GCSEs at grade C or above.

Health & Social Care Edexcel BTEC Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3499

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

caring & early years

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma extends and deepens previous knowledge to prepare you for employment in the vocational sector and it is suitable if you wish to enter a particular specialist area of work or to progress to higher education. It is broadly equivalent to three GCE A Levels.

Please note: Maths and English are essential qualifications for health and social care professions. Students who do not have these at GCSE C grade or above will find it difficult to gain admission to university. This course cannot guarantee that the timetable allows students the chance for retaking GCSEs while studying this course. Please talk to a tutor if you are concerned about Maths or English.

MATERIALS You will need access to the internet as many course materials are uploaded on the Virtual Learning Environment and most assignments are submitted electronically. Students are given safe storage space on the college system for their work.

There are 8 mandatory units: • Developing effective communication in health and social care • Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care • Health, safety and security in health and social care • Development through the life stages • Anatomy and physiology for health and social care • Personal and professional development in health and social care (100 hours of work experience to be completed) • Sociological perspectives for health and social care • Psychological perspectives for health and social care.

The course tutor will recommend books. You will be expected to use the library as well as your own text books. Some research may be carried out using reliable websites. Additional costs for visits and clothing will be confirmed by your tutor. Please provide your own pens, pencils, folder and paper.

Plus a further selection of units to make up a two year full time programme. Other units cover social policy, applied psychology, and caring for vulnerable people.

PROGRESSION

In addition, you will also take one Functional Skill qualification in either English, Maths or ICT.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

DURATION 2 years.

Progression to higher education undergraduate degrees for nursing, social work, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and to professions allied to medicine; progression to foundation degrees in health related subjects, progression to work in health and social care areas.

This is by projects, assignments, practical work placement and also by tests for Functional Skills. Work placement is a compulsory part of this course.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be aged 16 years or over and have one of the following: • A BTEC Level 2 qualification in health and social care or a related vocational area at merit or above with satisfactory placement reports • A standard of Literacy and Numeracy supported by a general education equivalent to four GCSEs at grade A* – C including Maths and English • Other related Level 2 qualifications at merit or above • Related work experience with a suitable reference. NOTE: Because Caring & Early Years qualifications are designed to lead to employment with vulnerable groups of people, please note that you will need to have an enhanced CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check before embarking on our courses.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Health & Social Care Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3 REF: 3492

CAMPUS

The Broadway

Depending on your job role there are a range of units that you can choose to complete. These can include: • • • • • • •

Health and Safety Communication Understanding physical disabilities Infection control Awareness of sensory loss Nutrition Dementia awareness.

MATERIALS To be advised by your tutor.

DURATION 1 – 3 years.

PROGRESSION From Advanced Apprenticeship you can seek promotion opportunities.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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COURSE CONTENT

Construction 74

Give yourself skills for life with an education in construction at Dudley College.

construction

From pre-foundation level to Apprenticeships and higher education, our Construction department offers part-time and full-time courses in areas that include bricklaying, carpentry and joinery, heating and ventilation engineering, mechanical services, plastering, plumbing, and refrigeration and air-conditioning engineering. There is always great need for well-qualified, reliable tradespeople in these disciplines, even in times of recession. So by learning a trade you may be able to set yourself up with a career for life. Our well-equipped, specialist workshops and classrooms provide the best environment for you to hone your skills, overseen by expert tutors. We have strong ties with the University of Wolverhampton, to which many of our learners progress via our innovative Pathways agreement. So you never know where your course in Construction may lead...

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

97%

94%

Level 2

94%

91%

Total

150 96%

92%

66% Education & Training 30% Employment * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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construction For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Bricklaying

Diploma – Level 1

Diploma – Level 2

REF: 3283

REF: 3284

CAMPUS

Mons Hill

COURSE CONTENT

On this course you will study:

• • • • •

• • • • • • • •

nowledge of building methods and construction technology K Basic blocklaying skills Basic bricklaying skills Basic cavity walling Setting out and building basic masonry structures up to damp course level • Constructing straightforward brick/block walls • Safe working practices in construction • Quantities and communicating with others. You will also study Functional Skills at Level 1 in Maths, English, ICT and Personal and Social Development Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT • • • •

Coursework Oral examination Practical examination Online examination/test.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will be required to do an initial assessment and have an interview with a member of the construction team.

MATERIALS You are expected to provide your own pencils, pens and calculator.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Level 2 (QCF) Diploma in Bricklaying, so as long that all of the elements of the Level 1 course have been successfully achieved. Many craft occupations can often move into supervision, management or technical support areas.

Knowledge of building methods and construction technology How to interpret working drawings to set out masonry structures Thin joint masonry and masonry cladding How to build solid walling, isolated and attached piers How to build cavity walling forming masonry structures Constructing solid and cavity walling How to carry out safe working practices in construction Quantities and communicating with others.

COURSE ASSESSMENT • • • •

Coursework Oral examination Practical examination Online examination/test.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying. You must have a successful interview and an initial assessment, before being offered a place on the course. Due to the high skill requirements of this course, you may be asked to complete a brickwork practical demonstration.

MATERIALS You must provide your own protective footwear and writing materials.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION You are able to progress to the NVQ Level 2 subject to employment. Many craft occupations can often move into supervision, management or technical support areas.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Bricklaying Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3769

CAMPUS Mons Hill

COURSE CONTENT On this course you will study: Structural and decorative brickwork Repair and maintenance of masonry structures Complex masonry structures Building methods and construction technology Information, quantities and communicating Safe working practices with essential health & safety information Functional skills in IT.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Practical assignments and multiple choice unit tests.You must also pass the GOLA online test.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A Level 2 Diploma/NVQ in Bricklaying is essential.

MATERIALS You will need to provide your own protective footwear/overalls. All other PPE to be provided by the college.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION NVQ Level 3 Brickwork (must be in employment).

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

construction

• • • • • • •

Building Services Engineering

Carpentry & Joinery Diploma – Level 1 REF: 3290

City & Guilds – Level 1 REF: 3724

CAMPUS Mons Hill

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CAMPUS

COURSE CONTENT

Mons Hill

To achieve this Diploma you must achieve all specified units.

COURSE CONTENT

You will study:

This certificate in Building Services includes units on:

• • • •

You will also study Functional Skills at Level 1 in Maths, English, ICT and Personal and Social Development Skills.

Building methods and construction technology Basic woodworking joints How to maintain and use carpentry and joinery hand tools How to prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable power tools • How to construct an external inspection hatch • Quantities and communicating with others • Safe working practices in construction.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

External examinations and practical assessments.

Interview with course tutor and an initial assessment.

• • • •

MATERIALS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You are expected to provide your own stationery, pens, pencils and protective footwear. Overalls would be beneficial.

You must have GCSE passes at grade A – E. You must have an interview with a tutor and an initial assessment.

DURATION

MATERIALS

1 year.

Protective footwear is essential for the workshop. You must provide your own pens, pencils and calculators.

• • • •

Refrigeration Plumbing Electrical Heating Ventilation.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

PROGRESSION Level 2 Diploma in Building Services Engineering.

Coursework Oral examination Practical examination Online examination/test.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION You are able to progress to the Level 2 (QCF) Diploma in site carpentry. Many craft occupations can often move into supervision, management or technical support areas.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Site Carpentry Diploma – Level 2 REF: 3291

CAMPUS Mons Hill

COURSE CONTENT To achieve this Diploma you must achieve all specified units. • • • • • • • • •

Building methods and construction technology How to carry out first fixing operations How to carry out second fixing How to erect structural carcassing How to carry out maintenance How to set up and operate a circular saw How to construct a timber frame entrance Quantities and communicating with others How to carry out safe working practices in construction.

COURSE ASSESSMENT • • • •

Coursework Oral examination Practical examination Online examination/test.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must have GCSE passes at grade A – E. You must have an interview with a tutor and an initial assessment.

MATERIALS Protective footwear is essential for the workshop. You must provide your own pens, pencils and calculators.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION You are able to progress to the Level 2 (QCF) Diploma in site carpentry. Many craft occupations can often move into supervision, management or technical support areas.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

construction

You will study:

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Construction

Mechanical Services

Carpentry, Brickwork & Plastering

Gas, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Heating & Ventilating

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

REF: 2797

REF: 1560

CAMPUS

Mons Hill

COURSE CONTENT

Craft areas will include practical and technology aspects and can be chosen from the following:

This programme offers the benefits of experience at work supported by learning at college and is especially suited to you if you do not wish to stay in full-time education and have a good idea of what you want to do. You will study:

• Brickwork • Site carpentry • Bench joinery. You will also have to study the relative technical certificate, Functional Skills, Health and Safety and Employment Rights and Responsibilities. All practical training is provided in modern college workshops.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continuous on-course assessment of assignments and practical in college.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be in employment. Apprenticeship Level 2 and 3: Entry to programme is by interview and an initial assessment at the college in Literacy and Numeracy, in which you are required to achieve Level 1.

DURATION 2 – 4 years.

PROGRESSION Employment within the construction industry.

• H eating and ventilating (industrial, domestic and service and maintenance) • Plumbing or gas fitting including practical experience • Background theory and technical aspects • Health and Safety • Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed by a variety of methods including continual assessment, externally set examinations and work-based assessment.

DURATION 2 – 4 years.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Plastering Diploma – Level 1 REF: 3436

CAMPUS Mons Hill

COURSE CONTENT On this course you will study: How to prepare background surfaces and plaster materials How to apply plaster materials to internal backgrounds How to produce components from moulds Quantities and communicating with others Building methods and construction technology How to carry out safe working practices in construction.

You will also study Functional Skills in Application of Number, Communication and ICT and Personal and Social Development skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT • • • •

Coursework Oral examination Practical examination Online examination/test.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will be required to do an initial assessment and have an interview with a member of the construction team. GCSEs at A – E.

MATERIALS You must provide your own pencils, pens and calculators.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION You are able to progress to the Level 2 (QCF) Diploma in Plastering, as long as all of the elements of the this course have been successfully achieved. Many craft occupations can often move into supervision, management or technical support areas.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

construction

• • • • • •

Plastering Diploma – Level 2 REF: 3437

CAMPUS Mons Hill

COURSE CONTENT On this course you will study:

construction

• • • • • • • •

Knowledge of building methods and construction technology How to apply plaster materials to external surfaces How to fix dry lining and plasterboard products to interiors How to form sand and cement screeds How to produce plaster components How to apply plaster materials to internal surfaces How to position and secure fibrous plaster components How to prepare for and apply internal and external finishings and lay floor screed; produce and fix fibrous work • Quantities and communicating with others • How to carry out safe working practices in construction • Functional Skills in Maths.

COURSE ASSESSMENT • • • •

Coursework Oral examination Practical examination Online examination.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have completed the Level 1 Diploma course but may be accepted without this, subject to a successful interview with the course tutor.

MATERIALS All materials will be provided by the college, but it is expected that you will have your own protective footwear and overalls, pens, pencils etc.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION You can progress to the NVQ Level 2 or to study and achieve the Level 3 (QCF) Diploma in Plastering. Many craft occupations can often move into supervision, management or technical support area.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Matthew Hackett: winner of the Construction & Mechanical Services Award u Diploma Level 2 in Brickwork Honing his construction skills by working on a new building for Dudley College, Matthew Hackett is also building himself the foundations of a great career.

Working to a merit standard on both his courses to date, Matthew’s attendance has been exceptional. Colin Mitchell, lecturer at Dudley College, said: “He has always contributed to a very high level whether in his practical or his theory sessions.” All of which is magnified by the fact that Matthew, from Halesowen, has a severe learning difficulty in the form of dyslexia. “He has never let this difficulty hold him back from achieving success and has used hard work and sheer determination to overcome any obstacle,” said Colin. “He is an outstanding learner and he always responds when his help is requested.” Matthew said: “Being dyslexic held me back. I didn’t get support at school and would be disruptive. But at Dudley College I got the help I needed and learned how to develop new and exciting skills.”

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Matthew, 18, has progressed from Level I studies to an Apprenticeship, and he is literally putting something back into Dudley College – in bricks and mortar during the practical aspect.

Engineering 84

Engineers wanted: make yourself invaluable to the West Midlands’ workforce.

engineering

Engineering is about problem-solving: designing, creating and maintaining all the products and machines you have ever seen (and some you can’t see because they’re used behind the scenes). No business can operate without the skills of qualified engineers and so, by studying the discipline, you will make yourself very valuable to the future workforce. Dudley College offers a wide range of engineering and technology courses, led by skilled tutors who are experts in their individual fields. Whether your interest lies in specialisms such as electrical engineering and installation or computer-aided design (CAD), or in general engineering practices, we will give you the hands-on experience and technical skills you need, alongside essential theory, to qualify you for a bright career. To enhance your learning experience and ensure you’re working in what feels like a ‘real’ (rather than purely academic) environment, we have invested large amounts of money on new technology – including tools, components and test equipment.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

122

100%

96%

Level 2

100%

87%

Level 3

83%

87%

Total

218 98%

87%

16% Education & Training 61% Employment 2% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

engineering

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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CAD CAM Level 2 REF: 3810

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

engineering

• Create 2D drawings to BS 8888 using Autocad • Use computer aided part programming techniques to generate machining programmes (CAD/CAM) • Produce manual part programmes using the latest industrial programming languages • Manually input part programmes to industrial machines • Download part programmes using Direct Numerical Control techniques (DNC) • Use part programming proving techniques to verify generated part programme • Setup tool offset and datum points • Machine components to specification.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Assessment is a continuous process of practical assessment, assignments and an exam.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCSE grades C – D in Mathematics, English and Science. An initial assessment will be required to establish if support is required for Literacy and/or Numeracy.

MATERIALS You will be expected to supply your own pens, paper, calculator and any text books recommended by your tutor.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Progression to employment via an Apprenticeship route or to a Level 3 course in computer aided design.

Computer Aided Design & Technology Extended Diploma BTEC – Level 3 REF: 3380

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT You will study 18 units in total as follows: Core units: • Mathematics • Communication for technicians • Mechanical principles • Project • Health and Safety. Specialist units: • Business operations in engineering • Computer numerical control of machines • Computer aided manufacture • Computer aided draughting • Engineering design • Engineering materials • Primary forming processes • Production system design • Programmable controllers • Principles and applications of electronic devices • Electro, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and devices • Further Mathematics.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Each unit will be assessed by written assignments, assessment tests and coursework.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have 4 GCSEs at grade B or above including Mathematics and Science or BTEC First Level 2 Engineering or an appropriate City & Guilds qualification.

MATERIALS To be advised by your course tutor during Induction.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Advanced Apprenticeship, HNC/HND Computer Aided Engineering, or university degree or Higher Apprenticeship.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Electrical Installation NVQ – Level 1 & 2 REF: 3738

Electrical/Electronic Engineering BTEC National Diploma – Level 3 REF: 2937

CAMPUS The Broadway

CAMPUS

COURSE CONTENT

COURSE ASSESSMENT Assessment is by completion of a portfolio of work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Must have an interest in electrical installation or electrical engineering for industry.

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT You will study 17 units in total as follows: Core units: • Mathematics • Communication and business systems for technicians • Electrical and electronic principles • Project • Health and Safety.

1 year.

Specialist units: • Programmable controllers • Further electrical and electronic principles • Electronics • Digital electronics • Microelectronics • Further electronics • 3 phase systems and motors • Electrical technology • Electronic fault finding • Electro, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and devices • Further Mathematics.

PROGRESSION

COURSE ASSESSMENT

GCSE grades at grade C in Mathematics and English but applicants will undertake an initial assessment to determine suitability for the course.

MATERIALS You will be need to purchase an electrical book for your reference.

DURATION

Progression to technical certificate at Level 2 and Level 3.

You will be assessed through tests, assignments/coursework.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 4 GCSEs at grade B or above including Mathematics and Science or BTEC First Level 2 Engineering or an appropriate City & Guilds qualification.

MATERIALS To be advised by your course tutor.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION HNC/HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering, university degree, Advanced Apprenticeship or Higher Apprenticeship.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

engineering

You will learn basic electrical competences and safety in the workshop environment progressing to more advanced tasks at Level 2.

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Electro Mechanical Engineering

Electro Mechanical Maintenance

Foundation Studies – Level 2

Level 3

REF: 3652

REF: 3753

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

You will learn the basic knowledge of a maintenance engineer including: • W orking safely in an engineering environment This unit covers a range of basic competences that will ensure you are able to work safely in a engineering environment • W orking effectively and efficiently in engineering This unit will prepare you for team work and as an individual in the engineering sector

During this course you will study both electrical and mechanical units. Example units are: • • • • •

Material science Maths for engineers Wiring and testing electrical circuits Fluid power Mechanical devices.

• U sing and communicating technical information In this unit you will develop the skills to extract technical information from a range of documentation, such as engineering drawing technical manuals and data tables

COURSE ASSESSMENT

• M aking components using hand tools and fitting techniques Whilst making components, you will develop a range of hand-fitting skills using a variety of hand tools.You will follow job instructions, identifying material, tools and equipment required to manufacture any component

GCSE grade B or above in Mathematics and English.

• W iring electrical equipment and circuits You will complete wiring operations to the required specification using appropriate tools, test equipment and components safely • Developing wider employability skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Successful assessment of practical skills and completion of a portfolio of written work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Assessment is by written assignments and exam.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You can progress to this course after successful completion of Electro Mechanical Maintenance Level 2. You will need to take an initial assessment to determine the current level at which you are working. Support will be available for suitable applicants.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Employment in a number of industries including domestic installations, manufacturing or service industries. Advanced Apprenticeships are available in multi-skilled engineering.

2 GCSEs at grade D or E, preferably including Mathematics. A successful introductory day comprising of an interview and a minimum of Entry Level 3 in an initial assessment in Numeracy and Literacy. Additionally, you need to demonstrate a genuine interest in engineering at the interview.

MATERIALS Relevant books which will be identified by your course tutor.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION This qualification will allow progression to Level 2 mechanical/ electrical programmes and Performing Engineering Operations NVQ Level 2 or an Engineering Apprenticeship.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Electro Technical

Engineering

Electrical Installation

Intermediate Apprenticeship, Advanced Apprenticeship & Higher Apprenticeship – Level 2, 3 & 4

Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 3 REF: 636

REF: 641

CAMPUS

The Broadway

This programme offers the benefit of experience at work, supported by learning at college and is especially suited if you do not wish to remain in full-time education and have a good idea of what you want to do. You will study: Electrical workshop Regulations Electrical principles Craft theory and practices Functional Skills.

During the course you will have the opportunity to achieve a C&G 2330 Electro Technical Certificate Level 3 and the AM2 Test.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

COURSE CONTENT There are a number of options available. Examples are: Manufacturing/mechanical engineering, including maintenance and multi-skills, which develop practical skills in measuring, marking out, IT skills, turning, milling and basic engineering drawing. You will also undertake class work relating the theory to the practical training in order to meet the requirements of the NVQ qualification. OR Electro Mechanical Engineering: To develop practical skills in assembly, test and fault finding of electrical/electronic components, equipment, and systems. Both routes also cover Health and Safety and Safe Working Practices in the workplace.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Continual assessment for NVQs coupled with assignments and/or examinations depending on course of study.

You must be in employment in the electrical industry with a company capable of supporting an NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (Building Structures). You will need to have 3 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above and an IT Level 1 qualification. An interview and an initial assessment will be needed.

MATERIALS Stationery and portfolio materials.

DURATION

During your ‘on-the-job’ experience in a company you will develop your skills further under actual working conditions.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be employed to be an Apprentice. If you do not have a work placement or an offer of a placement, you will be given help to find employment. You will be assessed prior to starting the course and will be designated an Apprenticeship or Advanced Apprenticeship to reflect your assessment performance and the wishes of your sponsoring employer. Apprenticeship Level 2: You will be required to attend an interview and complete an initial assessment to determine your current level of abilities.

2 – 3 years.

Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need 4 GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths and Science and a good command of English.

MATERIALS Stationery and portfolio materials.

DURATION 1 – 2 years (each level).

PROGRESSION Higher National Diploma/Certificate in Engineering.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

engineering

COURSE CONTENT

• • • • •

Improving Operational Performance Intermediate Apprenticeship – Level 2 REF: 3386

CAMPUS

COURSE ASSESSMENT

The Broadway

Continual assessment and/or examinations depending on the course of study.

COURSE CONTENT There are three pathways available as follows:

engineering

MATERIALS Study pack, stationery and portfolio materials.

DURATION 1 – 2 years (each pathway).

PROGRESSION Advanced Apprenticeship.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Kay Gibbons u Mechanical Engineering Kay had spent a small amount of time working in an engineering workshop and enjoyed the work so much she decided to study for a qualification and make a career of it.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

engineering

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I knew I needed extensive skills to give me the edge in a male dominated area of work, so I decided to study at Dudley College and have never looked back. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at college and am looking forward to moving on to the next level.â&#x20AC;?

Enterprise 92

Aim higher and make yourself pitch-perfect for the world of business.

enterprise

Are you the UK’s next big entrepreneur? Get real-life experience of running your own micro-business while working towards a nationally recognised qualification, with our brand new Level 3 Diploma in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship. Dudley College is proud to be the home of the West Midlands branch of the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy, with modern, spacious teaching areas and first-class resources. Named after its founder, Dragons’ Den star Peter Jones, the academy is designed to equip future generations of entrepreneurs with the skills and confidence they need to aim higher. This is a demanding and intense course, and you’ll be expected to wear formal business attire in college every day, in order to prepare you for the world of work. But with so many exciting opportunities – including industry placements, guidance on pitching, and speaker sessions with successful entrepreneurs – the future rewards could be huge...

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

93 enterprise For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Enterprise & Entrepreneurship BTEC Diploma – Level 3

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

enterprise

The curriculum at the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy is based on a philosophy of ‘learning by doing’.You will gain a nationally-recognised vocational qualification which will enable you to begin an exciting entrepreneurial career.You will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attitudes, essential for successful performance in working life. These pioneering diplomas focus entirely on developing and furthering the aspirations of young entrepreneurs. The Level 3 Diploma offers support in setting up and running a micro-business. You will learn about business planning and finance, communicating with customers, and planning for future expansion, amongst other modules. The Peter Jones Enterprise Academy gives you the opportunity to work closely with business professionals from a range of industries so that you can gain expert advice from leading entrepreneurs. You will find out about their entrepreneurial journeys, receive guidance in areas such as sales, marketing and finance and carry out work placements in industry.

Speaker Sessions

Be inspired by sharing a personal entrepreneurial journey These usually take place one day a week and will last for approximately 90 minutes including a presentation and question/ answer session.

Master Classes

Find out how it is done

Pitch For Investment

Become Peter Jones for the day In true Dragons’ Den style, pitch to a panel of experts who have the money to invest in your business idea.

Pitch For Employment Future Employment

At the end of the academic year, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills, knowledge and talents to a panel of local and national employers. The programmes are intense and in order for you to succeed you will need a strong work ethic.You will be expected to attend College every day from 9am – 5pm (3pm on Fridays) and to wear formal business attire. An enthusiastic and positive attitude is also a must! You will be taught in a dedicated learning environment, which includes modern and spacious teaching areas that are equipped with first-class resources.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be expected to develop a robust business plan and complete assignments through reports, presentations and journals.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 5 GCSEs Grade A* – C.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Running your own business. Progression to university is possible as this qualification does hold UCAS points. HNC/D is also an option.

Similar to our Speaker Sessions, but with an emphasis on a particular business specialism associated with the Academy’s programme of study.

Business Challenges

Take up the challenge to set up a real-life business scenario Business experts judge your success as you embark on your first real step into the world of business.

Company visits

See business in action You will get chance to look around businesses and find out what it takes to make it – this also provides an opportunity to engage in detailed question/answer sessions.

Business Mentors

Be guided in setting up your own business Acting as a mentor, business people will offer advice as you get to grips with starting up your own micro-business.

Work Placement Hosts Help local businesses out

Budding Peter Jones Enterprise Academy students have four weeks work placement, during which you could assist with a current project, develop a new idea or solve a problem.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

95 enterprise For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Hair & Beauty Get set for the world of work with a Hair and Beauty qualification. 96 Hair & Beauty

Hair and Beauty learners who achieve the right qualifications are in demand for work in commercial salons, sports centres or even on cruiseliners. Acquire valuable skills in beauty therapy or hairdressing and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll boost your employability no end â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as well as making sure clients feel pampered and happy. Training you in our purpose-built facilities, using the latest technology and working with leading products, Dudley College is proud to offer courses that pave the way towards industry-recognised qualifications. We want you to be fully prepared for the world of hairdressing or beauty, so our courses cover everything you need to start practising your trade â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not just techniques, but health & safety, reception skills and teamworking too. You can attend events organised by some of the top companies in the hair and beauty therapies industries, as well as take part in photoshoots, competitions, and trade exhibitions such as Salon International. We work with the local press to ensure our department gets lots of news coverage; another useful skill for salon employees (and future salon owners!)

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

97%

98%

Level 2

130

98%

95%

Level 3

97%

98%

Total

207 98%

58% Education & Training 25% Employment * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

96%

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Hair & Beauty

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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98 #

Beauty Therapy

Diploma VRQ – Level 1

NVQ – Level 2

REF: 2656

REF: 18

Hair & Beauty

CAMPUS

Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT

You will study: • Follow Health & Safety in the salon • Introduction to the hair and beauty sector • Provide basic manicure • Provide basic pedicure • Basic make-up application • Skin care • Working with others • Face painting.

• • • • • • • • •

COURSE ASSESSMENT

Continuous course assessment including: • Practical observations in a salon environment • Oral questioning • Written modular tests.

Continuous course assessment including: • Practical observations • Externally set written/online modular tests • Oral questioning • Completion of projects and workbooks and production of a portfolio of evidence which will be subject to external verification.

Production of a portfolio of evidence which will be subject to external verification. You are expected to take part in the college’s work experience programme during your course of study. A work placement or part-time employment within the beauty industry would be advantageous.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A successful interview which will include an initial assessment. You must demonstrate good communication and personal presentation skills, show a genuine interest in beauty therapy and display a positive attitude to study.

MATERIALS A beauty therapy kit is required along with a protective dress code/clothing. A book list will be issued at induction. Dress code – £55 Kit – £90 Financial assistance may be available towards costs, contact Student Services.

DURATION 1 year.

Health and Safety Reception Team work Functional Skills Facial work Make up application Removal of unwanted hair Eye treatments Nail care.

You are expected to take part in the college’s work experience programme during your course of study. A Work placement or part-time employment within the beauty industry would be advantageous.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A successful interview which will include an initial assessment and either: a NVQ Level 1 Beauty Therapy qualification, an equivalent qualification or relevant work-related experiences.You must also demonstrate good communication and personal presentation skills, show a genuine interest in beauty therapy and display a positive attitude to study.

MATERIALS A beauty therapy kit is required along with a protective dress code/clothing. A book list will be issued at induction. Dress code – £55 Kit – £150 Financial assistance may be available towards costs, contact Student Services. DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION

Beauty Therapy NVQ Level 2 on successful completion of Beauty Therapy Level 1, subject to an interview.

Beauty Therapy NVQ Level 3 on successful completion of Level 2, subject to an interview.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Beauty Therapy

Hairdressing

NVQ – Level 3

NVQ – Level 1

REF: 19

REF: 2288

CAMPUS

Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT

The course consists of mandatory, optional and additional modules.

• • • • • •

• • • • •

Anatomy and physiology Body massage Electrical face and body treatments Epilation Contribute to the planning and implementation of promotional activities • Provide stone therapy treatments • Monitor procedures to safely control operations • Work experience.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continuous course assessment including: • Practical observations • Externally set written/online modular tests • Oral questioning • Completion of projects and workbooks and production of a portfolio of evidence which will be subject to internal and external verification. You are required to take part in the college’s work experience programme during your course of study. A work placement or part-time employment within the beauty industry would be advantageous.

Shampoo and condition hair Contribute to salon reception duties Contribute to the development of effective working relationships Support health and safety in salon Contribute to perming and colouring processes Styling.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continuous course assessment including practical observations, oral questioning and written modular tests. Production of a portfolio of evidence which will be subject to external verification. You are expected to take part in the college’s work experience programme and open days during your course of study.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A successful interview which will include an initial assessment. You must demonstrate good communication and personal presentation skills, show a genuine interest in hairdressing and display a positive attitude to study.

MATERIALS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A hairdressing kit is required along with a protective dress code/clothing. A book list will be issued at induction.

A successful interview which will include an initial assessment and either: a NVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification or relevant industrial experience.

Dress code – £55 Kit – £125

Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to provide any support that you might need. To complete your initial assessment at any time please call 01384 363 279 to book your appointment.

Financial assistance may be available towards costs, contact Student Services.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Hairdressing NVQ Level 2.

MATERIALS A beauty therapy kit is required along with a protective dress code/clothing. A book list will be issued at induction. Dress code – £55 Kit – £138 Financial assistance may be available towards costs, contact Student Services.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION VTCT Level 4 Business Management. Career options: Beauty therapy, international work and management in salons, spa, clinics, hotels, fitness centres or freelance. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

99 # Hair & Beauty

CAMPUS

100 # Hair & Beauty

Hairdressing

NVQ – Level 2

NVQ – Level 3

REF: 1030

REF: 3686

CAMPUS

Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT

Basic practitioner level hairdressing programme covering:

The course will cover:

• • • • • • • • •

Mandatory units: • Practical and theory of hairdressing • Health and Safety • Fashion colouring and perming • Long hair techniques • Promotional activities • Fashion cutting.

Hair and scalp analysis Shampooing and conditioning Blow drying Cutting Colouring Permanent waving Reception duties Health and Safety Teamwork.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continuous course assessment including: • Assignments (for revision) • Online tests • Oral questioning. Production of a portfolio of evidence which will be subject to external verification. You are expected to take part in the college’s work experience programme and open days during your course of study.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A successful interview which will include an initial assessment and a practical activity.You must demonstrate good communication and personal presentation skills and display a positive attitude to study.

MATERIALS A hairdressing kit is required along with a protective dress code/clothing. A book list will be issued at induction.

Option units: • Perm and neutralise using advanced techniques • Retail and reception. You will be based in a hairdressing salon where you will receive real work experience and training. The hairdressing programme incorporates both college and work-based assessment.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continual practical assessment and external tests are set throughout the length of the programme. This includes assessments in the workplace.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be operating at Level 2, have salon industrial experience and/or hold an NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing qualification. You must also be in employment or have secured your own work placement within the hairdressing industry (paid or voluntary). Assessments will be completed at college and in the work place throughout the programme. This can be negotiated at interview. A successful interview and initial assessment (Literacy & Numeracy) is required.

MATERIALS

Dress code – £55 Kit – £145

A hairdressing kit is required along with a protective dress code/clothing. A book list will be issued at induction.

Financial assistance may be available towards costs, contact Student Services.

Dress code – £55 Kit – £87

DURATION

Financial assistance may be available towards costs, contact Student Services.

1 year.

PROGRESSION Hairdressing NVQ Level 3 following successful interview/experience. Career options: Junior stylist – salon based, freelance hairdresser, health farms, hotels or cruise liner.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Salon Management Level 4 or a Teaching in Further Education Certificate.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Hairdressing Diploma VRQ – Level 2 REF: 3647

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

101 #

COURSE CONTENT The course will cover:

Hair & Beauty

• • • • • •

Shampoo and condition hair Dressing hair Blow drying Cutting Colouring Reception.

COURSE ASSESSMENT • Online/written tests • Assignments • Practical assessments carried out on friends, family, clients or a block head.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS An interest in a career in hairdressing.You will be expected to take part in the college’s work placement scheme completing assessments within the commercial salon. A successful interview and initial assessment (Literacy & Numeracy) is required.

MATERIALS A hairdressing kit is required along with a protective dress code/clothing. A book list will be issued at induction. Dress code – £55 Kit – £145 Financial assistance may be available towards costs, contact Student Services.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION VRQ Level 3 Hairdressing.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Hairdressing

VRQ – Level 3

Intermediate Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

REF: 1035

REF: 643

CAMPUS

102 # Hair & Beauty

Dudley Evolve

CAMPUS

COURSE CONTENT

Dudley Evolve

The course will cover:

COURSE CONTENT

• • • • •

You will study the following units:

Hairdressing theory and practice Health and Safety Fashion cutting, colouring and perming Long hair techniques Promotional activities.

COURSE ASSESSMENT • • • •

Continuous course assessment Assignments Written/online test papers Work-based assessment available.

Production of a portfolio of evidence which will be subject to external verification. You are expected to take part in the college’s work experience programme and open days during your course of study.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A satisfactory trade test will be required and references may be sought. Examples of current work will be required in the form of a portfolio. You must also demonstrate good communication and personal presentation skills, show a genuine interest in the hairdressing industry and display a positive attitude to study. Employed status or regular work placement within the hairdressing industry is preferable, but experience will be gained in the commercial salon as a placement to gain assessment opportunities.

MATERIALS You will usually already have the required equipment at this level. If not, then details are available from course tutor. VRQ Level 3 Kit – £138 Dress code – £55

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be in employment or have secured your own work placement and worked in the salon environment for at least 1 week. Apprenticeship Level 2: GCSEs at grades A to D to include English at grade D or above, with excellent communication skills and a successful interview and initial assessment.

1 year.

Advanced Level 3: A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Maths.

PROGRESSION

MATERIALS

Salon Management Level 4 or a career as a salon technician, manufacturer technician, senior stylist.

The following equipment and protective clothing to be provided by the trainee:

DURATION

DURATION 1 – 2 years.

PROGRESSION Ladies Hairdressing NVQ Level 3.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Chantelle Kiteley: winner of the Hair & Beauty Award u Hair & Beauty Level I 100 per cent attendance and 100 per cent punctual too – Chantelle is “an absolute pleasure to teach,” said Beverley Hunter, centre manager for hair and beauty at Dudley College.

“She is so motivated, Chantelle always contributes to the session and is always on hand to help other students.” “Her skills and attention to detail are a credit to her and she has received three notices of commendation.” “I truly believe that the hard work and dedication to her course should be rewarded. She deserves the recognition and is a pleasure to teach.” Chantelle is staying on at Dudley College to study beauty therapy. “Which is great,” said Beverley, “as it means we get to keep her for another year.” Chantelle, who last year discovered she had dyslexia, said: “The College and the friends I have made there have been great.” “If I have had any problems I have been able to talk to people there and they would help. Now I’m looking forward to my next course and then hope to work in beauty.”

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Hair & Beauty

Studying for a Level I in Hair and Beauty, Chantelle, 19, from Dudley, has been “dedicated,” said Beverley.

103 #

Hospitality 104

Equip yourself to work in the fast-growing and exciting hospitality industry.

hospitality

Hospitality, which includes accommodation, bars, restaurants, event planning, transportation and other areas of tourism, is a growing industry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with a huge number of jobs that fall within it. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an exciting, demanding career choice, and also very rewarding. The skills and experience you acquire in one country can be used in similar jobs throughout the world, so this could be a career path that takes you anywhere. Our City & Guilds Hospitality courses at Dudley College range from basics at Level 1 through to a more specialised qualification at Level 3, preparing you for work in catering or hospitality. Come and learn from our tutors, all with professional catering backgrounds, and gain hands-on experience of cookery in our new state-of-the-art kitchen.Your course will include visits to local catering companies and restaurants so you can put context to the theory you learn in class, seeing for yourself how things work in real businesses and with real customers.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Level

105 hospitality For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Hospitality. The industry in a nutshell.

Professional Cookery Diploma – Level 1 REF: 3746

CAMPUS The Broadway

106 hospitality

The hospitality sector includes businesses that provide food, beverages, and/or accommodation services. This includes restaurants, pubs, bars and clubs, hotels, contract catering, and hospitality services.

How big is this industry? • T he UK hospitality and catering industry is made up of about 263,000 outlets, and employs a workforce of 1.7million people. A further 270,500 people are employed in closely-related areas such as travel and tourist services, gambling, holiday parks, youth hostels and attractions • T here are just over 46,000 hotels and guest houses in the UK with an annual turnover of around £40billion • R estaurants employ over 526,000 full-time and part-time staff throughout the UK • T here has been a 27% increase in the number of people working as conference and exhibition managers over the last five years and a 13% increase in the number of people working as hotel and accommodation managers over the same period.

COURSE CONTENT The practical programmes will provide you with an excellent foundation for a career in catering and hospitality. You will be based in our brand new, fully equipped, training kitchen. You will be expected to undertake additional qualifications to enhance your career opportunities. You will study a range of different modules including: • Food safety • Health and Safety • Healthy eating • Preparing and cooking different foods.

COURSE ASSESSMENT • Practical activities • Assignment work. Method of teaching: • Practical activities • Project work • Classroom-based activities.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need a minimum of 4 GCSE at grades D – G.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Each course leads directly on to the next, giving a full training in professional cookery.

Where can I work? • T he hospitality sector is truly international, and skills and experience gained in one country can be used in similar jobs throughout the world. London and southeast England have the largest proportion of hotels, bars and restaurants, although vacancies exist across the UK.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Professional Cookery

Diploma – Level 2

Diploma – Level 3

REF:TBC

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

This is a practical programme which will provide you with an excellent introduction for a career in catering and hospitality. Additionally, there will be opportunities available to you to attend work placements and educational visits to local restaurants and suppliers.

The course will allow candidates to learn, develop and practice skills to an advanced level. Develop and learn principles of supervision in both practical and theory sessions. To achieve the Level 3 Advanced Professional Cookery Diploma learners must achieve 100 credits from the mandatory units below:

You will develop skills, work under pressure and learn to be part of a team.You will also undertake additional qualifications to enhance your career opportunities.

• • • •

You will study a range of different modules including: • Food safety • Health and Safety • Healthy eating • Preparing and cooking different foods. You will be asked to cater for college events and functions as part of the course.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

• • • • • • • • •

Supervisory skills in the hospitality industry The principles of food safety supervision for catering Practical gastronomy Advanced skills and techniques in producing vegetable and vegetarian dishes Advanced skills and techniques in producing meat dishes Advanced skills and techniques in producing poultry and game dishes Advanced skills and techniques in producing fish and shellfish Produce fermented dough and batter products Produce petits fours Produce paste products Produce hot cold and frozen desserts Produce biscuits, cake and sponges Food product development.

• Practical activities • Assignment work • Work placement.

There will also be a period of work experience.

Method of teaching: • Practical activities • Project work • Classroom based activities.

You will be assessed through assignments, externally set assessments and practical tests.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need 3 GCSEs including English and Maths at grade C or above.

DURATION

There will be synoptic tests at the end of the course to show practical ability across arrange of units, working methods and time management skills. Pass, merit or distinction grades can be achieved. Please note that learners can only achieve the full qualification through the unit route if they are successful in passing the two synoptic practical assessments in the realistic working environment.

1 year.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

PROGRESSION

You will need a City & Guilds Professional Cookery Diploma Level 2 or equivalent.

Each course leads directly on to the next, giving a full training in professional cookery.

2 GCSEs grade C or above. Successful interview and reference.

MATERIALS Chefs whites and knives are required – an order form will be provided. Costs should be about £150 depending on their previous course.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION The qualification provides knowledge and practical skills related to the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery. On completion of this qualification candidates may progress into employment or to the following City & Guilds qualifications: • General management and supervisory qualifications • Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision & Leadership (NVQ) (7250). For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

107 hospitality

Professional Cookery

Information Technology 108

Our Information Technology courses open up a world of opportunities.

information technology

From spreadsheet software and emails through to complex security systems or navigation, Information & Communication Technology is essential to the day-to-day running of almost every organisation in the world. Whether your interests lie in developing websites, hardware maintenance or computer programming, having IT skills in your CV opens out a huge number of career options. And we almost certainly have a course to suit you. As a Dudley College learner, you will have access to several computer rooms, all equipped with the latest hardware and software, including multimedia and programming software. We are also proud to offer a network room with industry-standard Cisco equipment. Our highly trained, experienced tutors will offer you additional short programmes to broaden your knowledge and understanding of your chosen areas of study. Dudley Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s IT courses provide ideal preparation for employment or for progression to higher level courses and university.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

97%

90%

Level 2

104

96%

90%

Level 3

98%

n/a

Total

215 97%

90%

54% Education & Training 19% Employment 18% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

information technology

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

â&#x20AC;

109

ICT BTEC Diploma – Level 2 REF: 2933

CAMPUS The Broadway

110

COURSE CONTENT

information technology

A two semester programme designed to gain entry to the BTEC National Diploma IT Level 3, City & Guilds System Support Level 2, or Business Studies Level 3. This qualification offers you a programme of study that is directly related to this work experience, or to an aspect of employment that you wish to move into. Core units: • Communicating in IT • Working in IT • Computer systems. Specialist units: • Event driven programming • Website development • Computer graphics • Spreadsheet software.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Assessment will be via assignments for all units.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade D or above including English and Maths.

MATERIALS A USB or other data storage device.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION BTEC National Diploma IT Level 3, City & Guilds System Support Level 2, Business Studies at Level 3.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

ICT for Practitioners BTEC National Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3055

CAMPUS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The Broadway

You should have 4 or more GCSEs at grade C and above, to include Maths and English.

COURSE CONTENT

Common modules Year 1: • Communication & employability skills for IT • Computer systems • Information systems • Computer networks • Installing and upgrading software • Digital graphics • Multimedia design. Games development modules Year 1: • Developing computer games • Object orientated programming. Website production modules Year 1: • Website production • Client side customisation of web pages.

If you have successfully completed the BTEC First Diploma in ICT with at least merits you are encouraged to apply, however, this would be subject to a satisfactory interview with the course tutor. If you have practical work experience but no formal qualification you will be considered following an interview with the course tutor. Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need. You will be contacted and given a date to come in to do your assessment.

MATERIALS You will need to provide your own stationery and USB memory stick.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION HND Computing or University Graduate programmes.

Common modules Year 2: • Organisational systems security • Event driven programming • Procedural programming • Project planning with IT • Database design • Web server scripting • Computer animation • Games design • 3D modelling.

COURSE ASSESSMENT All units are coursework and portfolio based with the emphasis on evidencing your skills and knowledge rather than testing your memory.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

information technology

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Information Technology will be offered with pathways in Games Development or Website Production. Each pathway will share common modules and have specialist modules tailored specifically to the pathway selected.

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ICT Systems Support C&G Diploma – Level 2 REF: 2464

CAMPUS The Broadway

112

COURSE CONTENT

ICT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals Level 3 REF: 2312

information technology

Subjects you will study include:

CAMPUS

Mandatory units: • Maintaining equipment and systems, preventative maintenance, remedial solutions, maintaining documentation and health and safety in the workplace • Creating an event driven computer program • Customer support provision, identifying customers requirements, improving support to customers, provision of help and advice, implementation of improvements • Repair centre procedures, use test equipment and diagnostic software, identify solutions for failures, dismantle and reassemble equipment, repair equipment • Networking principles • Install hardware and software into networked system • Identify network problems and apply remedial solutions • Install and configure equipment and operating systems testing and assembly of hardware, loading software components and selecting/applying test procedures.

The Broadway

COURSE ASSESSMENT A mixture of online multiple choice tests and practical assessments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must hold either: 2 GCSEs at grade C or above with GCSE Maths and English at grade D or above OR BTEC First Diploma (merit) plus GCSE Maths and English grade D or above OR If you have slightly lower grades but show aptitude and interest, your application will also be considered.

MATERIALS You will be expected to provide your own stationery. The purchase of a small tool kit is essential for practical activities. Advice will be given at the start of the course.

DURATION

COURSE CONTENT Subjects you will study include: • Creating an event-driven computer program • Plan for the delivery of ICT support services, assist in the acquisition of ICT systems • Investigate network performance/bottlenecks/future requirements Propose equipment and support within financial restraints • Customer support provision • Provide support to users • Record requests/actions/trends • Recommend improvements and training • Network principles • Install, configure and integrate networked hardware and software • Plan, build and configure workstations and networks • Connect work stations into a common network • Install and test software across the network (email, anti-virus) • Install and configure software • Backup systems, install typical software, documentation and testing • ICT security, ICT systems security, implementing ICT security, securing systems against virus attacks.

COURSE ASSESSMENT A range of assessment methods including online assessments as well as a practical assessment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need one of the following: C&G ICT Systems & Support Diploma Level 2 or similar. 4 GCSEs at Level C or above with GCSE Maths and English at Level D or above.

MATERIALS You will need to provide your own stationery. It is expected that you will purchase your own small tool kit for practical work. All other materials will be provided by the college.

1 year.

DURATION

PROGRESSION

1 year.

Employment as a technician. Level 3 System Support course followed by an HND.

PROGRESSION Employment in Systems Support. HND Computing. Apprenticeship.

IT Users

IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals

Edexcel BTEC Diploma – Level 1 REF: 3441

Intermediate Apprenticeship, Advanced Apprenticeship & Higher Apprenticeship – Level 2, 3 & 4

CAMPUS The Broadway

REF: 645

COURSE CONTENT

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

IT software fundamentals Spreadsheet software IT communication fundamentals Using the internet Using email Design software Imaging software Website software Improving productivity using IT Desktop publishing software Word processing software IT user fundamentals Presentation software.

CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT The programme offers the benefits of work experience supported by college-based learning and offers an alternative to those who do not wish to remain in full-time education. Offered at Levels 2, 3 and 4 learners will complete: • D iploma in ICT Professional Competence (including the Comptia A+) • Award/Certificate in ICT Systems and Principles • HNC in Computing (Level 4 only) • Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT. The Diploma in ICT Professional Competence allows for the selection of a number of optional units such as:

You will be assessed by assignment work for each subject area.

• • • • • • • •

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

COURSE ASSESSMENT

You will need to have GCSEs at grades D – G (including Maths and English), genuine motivation to study this subject and a strong desire to learn. Due to the low entry qualifications all students are required to have an interview with the course tutor prior to being accepted.

By a variety of methods – on course portfolio of evidence (electronic), externally set examinations and work-based assessment.

You will also study: • Functional Skills in Mathematics, English and ICT • Personal Social Development.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

MATERIALS A USB pen drive is required to keep backup copies of your work.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION BTEC First Diploma in ICT for Practitioners Level 2.

MATERIALS You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

DURATION Level 2 – 12 months Level 3 – 18 months Level 4 – 24 months.

PROGRESSION Seek promotion opportunities in the workplace or additional professional qualifications.

information technology

This course is ideal if you want to develop a career in the field of ICT but currently have no formal qualifications. During the course, you will study:

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Media 114

Gain a broad and valuable understanding of the global media industry.

media

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes in TV commercials? How your favourite magazines are planned and published? Or what goes into the production of a top-selling artist’s latest single or video? Maybe you’re keen for an insight into the fast-moving realm of social and creative media, wanting to know what makes an advertising campaign turn viral, or how Facebook is changing the way we interact. The fascinating world of media is opened up to you on Dudley College’s Media courses, combining theory with practical projects to give you an understanding of this global, multi-billion pound industry. You’ll explore how we’re all affected by what we see, hear and read every day; what makes us choose to respond or react – even buy. A Media qualification could lead to any number of career options, in broadcasting, advertising, journalism, production, PR or academia – or, in the new media sphere, web design or app development. In any job, the ability to analyse the messages we receive and to spot media trends are valuable skills. Our tutors are seasoned professionals with experience in the newspaper, TV, radio, filmmaking or social media sectors.You will have access to our state-of-the-art TV broadcast studio and filmmaking facilities, benefiting from our Apple Mac editing suites and industry-standard software.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 3

100%

n/a

Total 14 100%

n/a

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

45% Education & Training 5% Employment 35% Higher Education

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* Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

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For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Creative Media Production

BTEC Diploma – Level 2

BTEC 180 Credit Extended Diploma/ BTEC 90 Credit Diploma – Level 3

REF: 2853

REF:TBC

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CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

media

COURSE CONTENT What is Creative Media Production? This covers a range of media sectors including film, television, publishing and print, radio and advertising.You will be encouraged to think and work creatively throughout your projects and you will develop skills and techniques used within creative media industries.You will use industry standard equipment including the latest Apple Macs. Some of the subjects within the course may include: • Video production • Print production • Photography techniques • Advertising production • Understanding the creative media sector • Media audiences and products • Communication techniques. Educational visits will also form an integral part of the curriculum. Functional Skills are also embedded into your programme.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed through coursework for both practical and theoretical elements.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 4 GCSEs at grade D, including English Language.You will also be asked to attend an interview. Applicants may be considered if you have experience but no formal qualifications.

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT What is Creative Media? This covers a range of media sectors including film, television, publishing and print, radio and advertising. On the course you will explore theory and practice within these creative media disciplines. You will be working in a professional environment, using industry standard software including the latest Apple Mac computers. You are encouraged to think and work creatively on a variety of projects, with the potential to work on live challenging briefs, that will equip you with the skills needed to succeed in this dynamic industry. Some of the subjects within the course may include: • Film and television studies • Single camera and editing techniques • Advertisement production • Marketing and public relations • Producing print based media • Page layout and design • Writing and editing copy • Photography and photographic practice. Educational visits will also form an integral part of the curriculum Dedicated sessions will investigate and define HE pathways and progression during year 2. Functional Skills are also embedded into your programme.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

MATERIALS

You will be assessed through coursework for both practical and theoretical elements.

All materials are provided, including the hire of equipment, although it is advised that you provide your own notepads and memory sticks.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

DURATION

4 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English Language, or BTEC Level 2 in Media.You will also be asked to attend an interview.

1 year.

MATERIALS

PROGRESSION

All materials are provided, including the hire of equipment, although it is advised that you provide your own notepads and memory sticks.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma. BTEC 90 Credit Diploma.

DURATION BTEC 90 Credit Diploma (equivalent to 3 A levels) – 1 year. BTEC 180 Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 AS levels) – 2 years.

PROGRESSION HND Media, BA in related subject areas such as Film/Television Studies or Production, Media Communication or Cultural Studies, Advertising, Publishing and Print.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

117 media For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Motor Vehicle Studies Get in gear for an exciting career by taking up Motor Vehicle Studies. 118 motor vehicle

Whether you’d like to be a mechanic or work on Formula 1 cars, a qualification in Motor Vehicle Studies could open the door to an exciting and worthwhile career. Here at Dudley College we pride ourselves on imparting our learners with the industry skills needed by car manufacturers and garages – not only practical, but theoretical too. This is a great chance to get hands on with cars in our two well-equipped workshops, gaining a broad and deep understanding of vehicle maintenance and repair. It really is ‘learning by doing’. You’ll be assessed through practical and oral tests, using IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry) standards to get you to the level demanded by the world of work. As you progress through your chosen course, you will have the chance to develop specialist skills. These practical and professional courses are an ideal route to a career within the motor vehicle industry.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

96%

95%

Level 2

100%

90%

Level 3

80%

90%

Total

125 95%

61% Education & Training 32% Employment * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

93%

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

motor vehicle

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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119

Vehicle Maintenance C&G 3902 – Entry Level 3 REF: 2991

CAMPUS Wolverhampton Street

120

Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Light Vehicle IMI Diploma VRQ – Level 1 REF: 2994

COURSE CONTENT

motor vehicle

This award is composed of ten units and is designed to give you the basic knowledge which will enable you to progress towards the minimum qualifications or skill levels required for entry into the industry.

CAMPUS

The following subjects will be studied: • Engine lubrication • Engine cooling • Fuel and exhaust systems • Spark ignition systems • Electrical systems • Braking systems • Steering and suspension systems • Wheel and tyre systems • Transmission systems • Body and interior cleaning.

You will study the following modules: • Service and repair of automotive vehicles • Vehicle technologies • Workshop practice • Removal and replacement of components.

The programme places an emphasis on learning by doing, and is assessed by a combination of practical assignments and oral knowledge tests.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

To gain the full certificate you will need to complete practical tasks for each unit, and oral questioning for the units on engine and lubrication, spark ignition systems, steering and suspension and wheel and tyre systems.

Wolverhampton Street

COURSE CONTENT

Functional Skills: Communication, Maths and ICT.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed through practical assessments and online testing.

You must have 4 GCSEs at grade D or above in English, Maths, Science and one other subject or C&G 3902 Vehicle Maintenance Entry Level 3. You should be able to organise written information clearly and coherently, therefore Literacy and Numeracy skills at Level 1 are required.

You are assessed by defining practical tasks and completing knowledge tests.

Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need. To complete your initial assessment at any time please call 01384 363 319 to book your appointment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

MATERIALS

Functional Skills: Communication, Maths and ICT.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

There are no entry requirements, acceptance will be subject to an interview with the course tutor and an initial assessment.

To be confirmed by your tutor.

1 year.

MATERIALS

DURATION PROGRESSION IMI Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (Light Vehicle) Level 2 or an Apprenticeship.

You will need to provide your own safety shoes/boots (with steel toecaps) and overalls. 3x A4 Folders with dividers. Pens.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – Level 1.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Light Vehicle

IMI Diploma VRQ – Level 2

IMI – Level 3

REF: 2995

REF: 3276

CAMPUS

Wolverhampton Street

COURSE CONTENT

You will study: • Vehicle servicing and repair • Vehicle technology • Workshop practice.

• • • •

Functional Skills: Maths.

Diagnose and rectify light vehicle engine and component faults Diagnose and rectify light vehicle chassis system faults Diagnose and rectify auxiliary equipment electrical faults Diagnose and rectify light vehicle transmission and driveline system faults.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

COURSE ASSESSMENT The assessment of this VRQ is made up of 3 components: • IMI Awards set practical tasks • IMI Awards set online testing • IMI Awards set written assignment (coursework).

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need 4 GCSEs at grade C or above and IMI Award in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Award Level 1 or equivalent. You will also take an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy skills. Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need. You will be contacted and given a date to come in to do your assessment.

MATERIALS

50% of the course is practical-based. The requirements will be met by the use of the IMI Award’s practical assessments with a detailed written report for each task. These assessments ensure rigour and quality of assessment by measuring the candidate’s application of the underpinning knowledge of critical Light Vehicle areas, such as braking systems and other Light Vehicle safety related systems. To satisfy the regulatory bodies’ requirements for these qualifications to receive national recognition, part of the assessment criteria must contain independent testing (i.e. external assessment). This criteria has been met by the IMI Awards online tests. IMI Awards have developed a set of phase tests which will ensure that the candidate meets the learning outcomes not covered by the IMI Awards practical assessments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS It is recommended that for direct entry on to the Diploma, you will have 3 GCSEs at grade C or above in Maths, English and a science-based subject.

To be advised by your tutor.

DURATION

Other appropriate prior learning could include the IMIAL Level 2 Award in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (various routes) or equivalent motor vehicle qualifications from other awarding bodies.

1 year.

PROGRESSION IMI Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, Light Vehicle Mechanics Level 3 or an Apprenticeship.

If you have no formal qualifications or prior experience, completion of the Level 2 Certificate is considered to be essential. Mature applicants with suitable practical experience may be admitted to the course at the discretion of the course tutor, subject to interview.

MATERIALS To be advised by tutor.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION NVQ in vehicle repairs and maintenance BTEC or IMI management qualifications.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3 122

REF: 688

CAMPUS

motor vehicle

Wolverhampton Street

COURSE CONTENT This programme offers the benefit of experience at work supported by learning at college and is especially suited to you if you do not wish to stay in full-time education and have a good idea of what you want to do.You will study: • Service and maintenance of road vehicles • Health and Safety • Vehicle systems technology • (ERR) Employment Responsibilities and Rights • Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT IMI Awards set Online Testing. IMI Awards set Written Assignment (Coursework). You will be assessed by portfolio of work, and work-based assessment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Apprenticeship Level 2: You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade D or above, including English at grade D together with an interview and an initial assessment.You must be in employment or have secured a work placement. Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Maths, together with an interview and an initial assessment. You must be in employment or have secured a work placement.

MATERIALS To be advised by tutor.

DURATION 1 – 4 years.

PROGRESSION Professional qualifications in supervisory management, MOT Tester or Higher Education.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

123 motor vehicle For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Music 124

Whether your passion is in performing or recording music, we have the course for you.

music

Are you all about classical, pop or indie? Breakbeats, skiffle, soul, dub, drum‘n’bass or folk? An ensemble player or more of a solo artist? Maybe you prefer to stay behind the scenes, honing your production skills in the studio... As a Music learner at Dudley College you’ll be given every chance to compose, improve and – if you want to perform – showcase your work in front of a live audience. If you choose to study Music Technology, you will work primarily in our professional-standard recording studios with Apple Macs, recording, mixing and producing your own work, ready for marketing. You’ll be taught by industry-trained tutors and get to practise in our fully-equipped rehearsal rooms. Throughout the course you’ll have relevant work placement opportunities, opening your eyes to a world of career possibilities involving music. You’ll also develop the skills needed to organise a live music event. Our Music courses offer you a creative and practical introduction to the music industry, and will also help you progress to higher education courses.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 3

93%

94%

Total 32 93%

94%

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

â&#x20AC;

6% Education & Training 64% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

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For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Music

Music Technology

BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3

REF: 1714

REF: 3450

CAMPUS

Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT

Mandatory units: • Aural perception skills • The sound and music industry • Music and society • Major music project.

Modules include: • Music production techniques • Music and sound for moving image • Sound and music industry • Live sound techniques • Popular music in practice.

Specialist units: • Composing and arranging music • Music performance techniques • Solo performance skills • Working together as a musical ensemble • Music theory and harmony.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continuous assessment throughout the course and an externally assessed final project.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must have 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above (one of which should be in Music) and appropriate music experience. You will be required to provide your own specialist musical instruments (excluding drum kit and keyboards). Exceptional entry will be granted at the tutor’s discretion.

MATERIALS All reading materials for this course are available from the college library.You will be required to pay £30 towards educational visits. You will also need to provide your own specialist musical instruments, excluding drum kit and keyboards. A pair of headphones and a data drive is desirable.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Continuous coursework assessment will take place through the course and you will be assessed on practical work in the recording studio.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have 4 GCSEs at grade C or above (one of which should ideally be in music) and appropriate music experience.

MATERIALS A set of good quality headphones is essential.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION This course will provide sufficient UCAS points for study in Higher Education. A BSC or BA in Music Technology would provide suitable progression. Alternatively, a career in the industry may be pursued.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Higher Education at university. Career options: Higher Education leading onto mainstream/ peripatetic teaching or music therapy. Freelance work as a session musician; private tuition; community music.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

127 music For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Performing Arts & Production Arts 128

Tread the boards or work behind the scenes in our brilliant Evolve Theatre.

performing arts & production ARTS

If your passion lies in the performing arts, Dudley College has the right course for you. To give you diverse experience of live performance, we stage eight major productions every year: in-house in our purpose-built Evolve Theatre, in site-specific locations, and also in professional venues. For learners who enjoy life backstage, our Production Arts course allows you to develop the skills required to bring film, TV and live theatre projects to fruition â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including costume and set design, technical theatre, makeup and special effects. Our tutors are industry-trained professionals who will teach you about dance, drama, musical theatre or production in impressively equipped theatre and dance studios, plus a design workshop. They will support you in finding relevant work experience (past learners have undertaken placements at the BBC, ITV and Channel 4).Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also get the chance to work in event management and promotion, and to take part in study visits. Our Performing Arts courses give you a creative and practical introduction to this exciting and ever-changing industry.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 2

92%

95%

Level 3

93%

98%

Total 84 93%

95%

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

â&#x20AC;

29% Education & Training 36% Employment 23% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

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For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Dance BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3 REF: 2079

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

130

COURSE CONTENT

performing arts & production ARTS

Mandatory units: • Performance workshop • Performing arts business • The historical context of performance • Rehearsing for performance • Performing to an audience • Dance performance. You will be involved in in-house and external performances and participate in local schools tour. Specialist units: • Contemporary dance • Classical ballet • Jazz dance • Physical theatre • Choreography • Dance appreciation • Performance skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be continuously assessed through a range of practical and written assignments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have 4 GCSEs at grade C or above (ideally one should be in English Language) plus appropriate dance experience OR First Diploma in Performing Arts. Appropriate dance qualifications may be accepted as alternatives to academic qualifications. If you do not have the minimum qualifications you will be accepted with appropriate dance background and experience. Students with experience but without minimum qualifications are accepted with appropriate dance background and experience. Prior to enrolment on this course you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.

MATERIALS Dance practice outfits provided by the college. Additional costs: £40 for theatre visits and workshop kit. All books and basic materials are provided by the college. You must provide your own stationery.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Higher Education in Dance or Performance, dance school. Professional career as a dancer, teaching or movement therapy. Community dance artist.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Drama Performance BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3 REF: 1014

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

You will need performance clothing: black jazz shoes or pumps, black movement trousers, black tee shirts. All reading materials for this course are available from the college library.You will be required to pay £40.00 towards theatre visits.

COURSE CONTENT This course gives you the opportunity to develop your acting skills whilst building your experience of performance.You will improve your vocal and physical technique as well as studying approaches to character and text. Major productions and devised performances throughout the course will allow you to apply the skills and knowledge you gain. The course aims to build your understanding of drama and performance in a range of contexts including: contemporary theatre, community and small-scale touring theatre and theatre-in-education. Mandatory units: • Performance workshop • Performing arts business • The historical context of performance • Rehearsing for performance • Performing to an audience • Principals of acting.

There may be opportunities to take part in national theatre festivals and competitions. The college may be able to help with financial support for this. Contact Learner Services for more information.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Specialist Drama Schools, HND or BA (Hons) Degree in Drama, Acting or Community Theatre. Career options: Actor, arts administrator, teaching, stage management, community artist.

Specialist units: • Improvisation • Physical theatre • Storytelling as performance • Theatre-in-education • Devising plays • Movement • Auditions for actors • Contemporary theatre performance • Applying acting techniques.

COURSE ASSESSMENT The course is 100% coursework and you will be continually assessed through a range of practical and written assignments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have 4 GCSEs at C or above (ideally one should be in English) OR First Diploma in Performing Arts. If you are without the minimum qualifications you may be accepted with appropriate theatre-related background and experience.You will need to attend an audition/interview where you will perform a pre-rehearsed monologue from a published text. Prior to enrolment on this course you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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CAMPUS

Performing Arts BTEC First Award – Level 2 REF: 1980

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

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COURSE CONTENT

performing arts & production ARTS

• • • • • •

Individual showcase Preparation, performance and production Acting skills Dance skills Musical theatre skills Production skills for performance.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be continuously assessed through a range of practical and written assignments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS There are no formal entry requirements, although you should have basic written and spoken English skills, enthusiasm and commitment are essential.

MATERIALS All books and basic materials are provided by the college. You are required to provide your own stationery. All students are asked to pay £40 towards the cost of theatre visits.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts – Level 3.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Performing Arts Musical Theatre BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3 REF: 2854

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

You will need performance clothing: black jazz and tap shoes, black movement trousers, black t-shirts. A portable audio recorder (a mobile phone with recording facility is fine).

COURSE CONTENT Singing, dancing and acting have equal focus and you will have many opportunities to integrate these skills in performance. You will develop your practical skills, research skills and apply the knowledge you gain to produce truthful, creative and professional performances.Your determination and dedication will ensure you can leave the course equipped as a ‘Triple Threat’ performer; who is ready to network, audition effectively and be able to demonstrate a high standard of professionalism as well as your talent.

You will be required to pay £40 towards theatre visits and workshop kit. Musical Theatre students embark on a performance tour abroad either annually or every two years. The college may be able to help with financial support for this. Contact Learner Services for more information.

DURATION

Core units:

2 years.

Year 1: • Performance workshop • Rehearsing for performance • Musical theatre performance.

PROGRESSION You could progress onto a specialist musical theatre college or do either a Foundation Degree in Musical Theatre or a BA (Hons) in: Performing Arts, Acting, Dance or Musical Theatre.

Year 2: • Performing to an audience • Historical context of performance • The performing arts business.

Career options: Actor, dancer, performer, arts administrator, teaching, stage management, community arts work.

Optional units: • Dance performance, jazz dance, tap dance, choreographic principles • Principles of acting, audition for actors, Drama improvisation, storytelling • Singing for actors and dancers, singing technique for performance, solo music performance • Working and developing as an ensemble.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will work on a series of projects and you will produce a portfolio of evidence including both practical and written work. The assessments are 100% coursework and you will be regularly assessed throughout the course.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have 4 GCSEs at grade C or above (including English). You will be asked to prepare for an audition: a Musical Theatre Song, a Drama monologue and take part in a dance session.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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CAMPUS

Production Arts

Make-up, Special Effects & Costume for Film,TV & Theatre

Technical Theatre

BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3

BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3 REF: TBC

REF: 2854

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CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

performing arts & production ARTS

COURSE CONTENT The course provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to work within the special effects design areas of film, television and theatre. You will work on a variety of projects and productions which will develop skills such as body casting, creature fabrication, special effects make-up and prosthetics, make-up for performance, theatre design, sculpture, mask making, drawing, mould making, character design, airbrushing and body painting. The programme will consist of 18 units of study, covering theory and practical subject areas: Core units: • Production workshop • Performing arts business • Performing arts in context • Production planning • Major production (double units). Optional units: • Make-up design and application • Digital photography • Costume making • Designing costume for performance • Fantasy hairdressing • Special effects make-up • Make-up using prosthetics • Technical theatre operations • Drawing development • Materials, techniques and processes • Prop making.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed on your coursework, both practical and project-based.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must attend an interview and should have 4 GCSEs at grade C or above.

MATERIALS You will need to buy a make-up kit at a cost of £250. This may be claimed back from financial support. Financial support may be available to cover these additional costs, please contact Learner Support Fund on 01384 363 404.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Degree or foundation degrees in costume, make-up, fashion design, production and set design, stage management and fine art and design programmes.

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT This course would suit students interested in the creative process of technical theatre. The purpose of the course is to enable students to be trained to a professional standard in the use of stage and theatre-related equipment.You will learn all aspects of lighting including, types of lanterns, ladders, rigging, focus and adjustment, lighting design, colour and fx, recording Q’s and lighting control systems. You will work not only in college time but as the Evolve Theatre crew for external and internal events. Core units: • Production arts workshop • Performing arts business • The historical context of performance • Production arts planning • Production for theatre performance. Specialist units: • Performing arts events management • Assistant stage management • Deputy stage management • Stage management • Stage technical maintenance • Temporary stage electrical installations • Stage technology installation • Technical stage operations • Stage lighting operations • Stage lighting design • Automated stage lighting.

COURSE ASSESSMENT This course is 100% coursework and will be continually assessed through a range of practical and written assignments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must attend an interview and should have 4 GCSEs at grade C or above.

MATERIALS You will be required to bring with you a pair of steel toe-capped boots and a multi-tool for this qualification. All other resources and materials will be provided by the college.You will be responsible for not only the performances of Dudley Performing Arts students but also be the crew for touring theatre companies performing in Evolve.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Degree or foundation degrees in production and set design, stage management programmes. Career options: Set or Production Designer.

Career options: Make-up, Costume, Set or Production Designer. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Lewis Snook u BTEC Level 3 in Performing Arts – Drama Acting and drama have already taken the Dudley College student Lewis Snook far. He has joined the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), founded by Sir Paul McCartney and housed in the Beatle’s former school.

At LIPA he will learn how drama can be so much more than entertainment. He will discover and deliver drama’s powerful social aspects. By the time Lewis graduates from LIPA, he will be able to work for and with a community to instigate social and political change for groups and individuals. “It’s going really well,” said Lewis, two weeks into his course. “I’ve enjoyed the experience – not just the Institute but the city as well, and living independently. It has been great.” Lewis, a former pupil at St Thomas More School, said he has noticed a great focus on achievement at LIPA: “I’m surrounded by talented people – everyone I have met so far. It’s a real challenge in that respect.” The students on the LIPA course will spend a lot of time out on placement, and Lewis is looking forward to his first one. Lewis started acting when he was just ten years old: “A friend asked me along to a youth club’s drama society and I loved it and just stayed. At Dudley College I acted in pretty much every show they put on and did a bit of stage managing.” “Being at Dudley College was a good experience. Getting the distinctions gave me more UCAS points than I needed and my tutor was brilliant and supported me in everything I did.”

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

performing arts & production ARTS

Lewis is studying on a three-year BA Honours degree in community drama after graduating from Dudley with triple distinctions.

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Public Services 136

Discover the exciting range of public service careers on offer, and develop useful skills.

Public services

Public service organisations are changing rapidly – and they’re calling out for people with a broad range of skills and abilities. From travelling the world with the British Armed Forces to working as a firefighter here in Britain, the career and volunteering opportunities in this sector are vast. We use a variety of teaching methods – including teamworking and physical fitness activities – to equip you with the abilities and self-discipline you’ll need to work in the uniformed services. You’ll be assessed in various ways, such as via a portfolio, practical assignments, photographs, witness statements and posters. We also teach practical skills such as map reading and navigation, and offer you chances to participate in adventurous tasks and competitive sport. If that appeals to you in particular, you may be interested in our Adventure Sports course which prepares you for work in the outdoor pursuits industry. If you’re an aspiring police officer and want to undertake the new Police Knowledge programme (we are currently the only college in the West Midlands to offer this), please refer to our part-time guide.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

100%

97%

Level 2

97%

95%

Level 3

97%

94%

Total

127 97%

95%

54% Education & Training 31% Employment 8% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Public services

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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137

Adventure Sports BTEC Diploma – Level 2 REF: 3751

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

138

COURSE CONTENT

Public services

The topics covered in the course are: • Fitness testing and training • Outdoor and adventurous activities • Development of personal fitness • Expedition experience • Leading outdoor adventurous activities • Injuries in sport • Land navigation by map and compass.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Many of the units will be outdoors and of a practical level, although some classroom work and assignments will need to be completed. The students will be expected to plan and attend a residential where they will be assessed.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCSE Grade D in English and one other subject Level 1 Qualification. A good reference from your previous educational establishment or employer.

MATERIALS Residential costs of £200. Outdoor Clothing will be needed for the course. Support with these costs is available through the college for students who have financial difficulties. Please contact Student Services for more information. Please note: all costs are subject to change.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Level 3 in Adventure Sports. Level 3 in Public Services. Level 3 in Sport.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Public Services BTEC Diploma – Level 2 REF: 1425

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

You will need to supply the following at an additional cost: • Books £20 • Materials £20 • Equipment £100 • Dress code £90 • Residential £400 approx.

COURSE CONTENT Mandatory units: • Public service skills • Career planning for the public services • Improving health and fitness for entry to the uniformed public services. One specialist unit from: • Employment in the uniformed public services • Employment in the non-uniformed public services. 3 Specialist units from: • Citizenship, the individual and society • Health and safety in the public service workplace • Adventurous activities and teamwork for the public services • Sport and recreation in the public services • Land navigation by map and compass • Law and its impact on the individual in public services • Crime and its effects on society • Community and cultural awareness • Driving and the public services • Expedition skills in public services • Fundamentals of nautical studies • Attending emergency incidents in public services • Security procedures in the public services • Research in public services • Volunteering in public services • ICT and the public services.

Support with these costs is available through the college for students who have financial difficulties. Please contact Student Services for more information. Please note: all costs are subject to change.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION On successful completion of this course you could apply to join the Police, Fire Service, or Armed Forces dependant on your age. You could progress to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services.You must achieve a high merit standard in BTEC First Diploma and have passed the functional skill. Your attendance and behaviour record will also be taken into consideration at this stage. This course also offers the skills and qualities needed to be successful in any workplace.

Functional Skills: English, Maths or ICT.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Portfolio based with a variety of assessment methods: Practical, written, verbal, audio tape, video, witness statements and external observation. There are no formal examinations apart from Functional Skills.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCSE Grade D in English and one other subject Level 1 Qualification. A good reference from your previous educational establishment or employer.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

139 Public services

CAMPUS

Public Services bTEC Extended Diploma Top Up – Level 3 REF: 1450

140 Public services

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

You will need to supply your own: • Books – £25 • Materials – £20 • Equipment – £80 • Dress code – £90 • Residential – £400 approximately.

COURSE CONTENT You will study 18 units, (5 compulsory units and 13 optional units over 2 years). Mandatory units: • Government, policies and the public services • Leadership and teamwork in the public services • Citizenship, diversity and the public services • Understanding discipline in the uniformed public services • Fitness testing and training for the uniformed public services.

Financial support is available for most of these items, please contact Student Services for more information. Please note: all costs are subject to change.

DURATION

You will also study 13 specialist units chosen from the following:

2 years.

Specialist units: • Physical preparation, health and lifestyle for the public services • International institutions and human rights • Understand the impact of war, conflict and terrorism on public services • Outdoor and adventurous expeditions • Skills for land-based outdoor and adventurous activities • Skills for water-based outdoor and adventurous activities • Crime and its effects on society • Command and control in the uniformed public services • Responding to emergency service incidents • Planning and management of major incidents • Career planning for the public services • Police powers in the public services • Behaviour in public sector employment • Fundamentals of nautical studies • Communication and technology in the uniformed public services • Custodial care services • Aspects of the legal system and law making process • Extended research in public services • Current and media affairs in public services • Enhancing public service delivery through the use of ICT • Personnel and human resources • Security procedures in the public services • Practical team sports • Exercise, health and lifestyle.

PROGRESSION Higher Education or employment in the Police, Fire or Military, Ambulance Service or Prison Service. There is potential for the qualification to prepare you for appropriate direct employment in the vocational sector and it is suitable for those who wish to enter a particular specialist area of work. It is broadly equivalent to three GCE A Levels.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed by a variety of methods including written and practical work. (Practical 40%. Coursework 60%).

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 4 GCSEs at grade C including English. A Level 2 Diploma in any subject at a high merit. Excellent references.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Uniformed Public Services Diploma NCFE – Level 1 REF: 3467

141

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

You will complete 7 modules on a full time basis 5 of these are mandatory there are also 2 optional units. Mandatory units: • Investigate employment opportunities in the public services • Well being and physical fitness • Teamwork skills • Developing self-discipline • Carry out essential map reading and navigation. Optional units: • Finding out about volunteering and becoming a volunteer • Health safety and emergency care • Participate in competitive sport • Participate in adventurous activities. There are also 3 Functional Skills to be completed these are in English Maths and IT and also a Personal and Social Development qualification.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Through a portfolio. Reports, practical assessment, photographs, witness statements discussions posters. There are no formal examinations except for Functional Skills.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS There are no formal entry requirements. You will be interviewed. An initial assessment in Literacy will be taken where a grade of at least E3 will be achieved and a satisfactory reference from your employer or last educational establishment will be required.

MATERIALS • • • •

Dress code Fitness clothing Stationery Memory stick.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Employment within the public services sector. The qualification also assists in employment to any environment. Progression to the Level 2 Diploma in public services, this is dependant on achieving an overall merit and the Functional Skills. Attendance behaviour and attitude are also taken into consideration at this time.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Public services

COURSE CONTENT

Uniformed Public Services 90 Credit Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3682

142

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

You will need: • Dress code £105 approx • Walking clothing although we have a small supply to loan • Residentials £150 approx • Writing materials.

COURSE CONTENT You will study 9 units.

Public services

Mandatory units: • Government and the public services • Leadership and teamwork in the public services • Citizenship and diversity and the public services • Understanding discipline in the uniformed public services. Optional units: • Physical preparation, health and lifestyle for the public services • International institutions and human rights • Understand the impact of war, conflict and terrorism on public services • Outdoor and adventurous expeditions • Skills for land-based outdoor and adventurous activities • Skills for water-based outdoor and adventurous activities • Crime and its effects on society • Command and control in the uniformed public services • Responding to emergency service incidents • Planning and management of major incidents • Career planning for the public services • Police powers in the public services • Behaviour in public sector employment • Fundamentals of nautical studies • Communication and technology in the uniformed public services • Custodial care services • Aspects of the legal system and law making process • Extended research in public services • Current and media affairs in public services • Enhancing public service delivery through the use of ICT • Personnel and human resources • Security procedures in the public services • Practical team sports.

Financial support may be available contact student services for more information.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Higher Education. Employment within the Public Services or Public Sector. Military Employment. There is a potential for the qualification to be increased to the BTEC Extended Diploma in Public Services. This would be identified towards the end of the course.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will provide a portfolio of evidence containing a variety of assessment methods written and practical (40% practical 60% coursework).

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 4 GCSEs at grade C including English. A Level 2 Diploma in any subject at a high merit. Excellent references.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Jenny Oakley: winner of the Public Services & Tourism Award u Extended Diploma in Public Services Motivated and enthusiastic are just two of the compliments paid to Jenny Oakley by lecturers at Dudley College. Jenny, 19, has worked her way through the levels of achievement – a Level 2 award, Level 2 Diploma and now Level 3 – always finding an extra gear in her ability to learn.

And she has also been helping fellow students. As part of her volunteering towards the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Jenny has been supporting Level I students during tutorials and residential study. Ann Parrott, lecturer at Dudley College, said: “Jenny has been a role model for other students. She is very motivated and loves to get involved in everything.” Jenny first came to Dudley College whilst still at school, studying for a BTec. And she has stayed ever since. She will next be back on a pre-Police course and an Apprenticeship. Her tutor Malini Balasubramaniam said: “Jenny is very good with her peers and in mentoring younger students, passing on her knowledge and building their confidence.” “She has grown so much during her time at Dudley and is very good at sharing her experiences and the difficulties she faced.”

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Public services

From gaining a starred distinction at Level 2 Diploma to always being punctual, Jenny, from Dudley, has excelled.

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Retail 144

The shop floor and beyond: learn the ropes of the fast-changing retail industry.

Retail

The Black Country is set for multi-million pound investment in shopping developments over the next few years and, recognising the career potential for our learners, Dudley College is responding with BTEC courses and Apprenticeships focusing on retail. Learning in our retail-themed classroom, you can develop skills that will take you to the shop floor and beyond, including selling, customer service and management. We start at Level 1 with basic work-related skills, health & safety, and theory about the selling process. If you want to take your retail knowledge further our more advanced courses include modules on consumer law, financial forecasting and visual merchandising. Your tutors have worked in the industry themselves, offering you not only a thorough education in retail but real support that can only come from hands-on experience.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC; Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

100%

92%

Total 9 100%

92%

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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145 Retail

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Retail BTEC – Level 1 REF: 3678

146 Retail

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

The Broadway

All students should equip themselves with the following: • A suitable bag or backpack • A lever arch file(s) • Divider • Plastic wallets • Pens/ruler/pencil/eraser • Calculator • A4 lined/punched paper pad(s) • Hole-punch • Stapler • Pencil case or box.

COURSE CONTENT Understanding the business of retail The aim of this unit is to provide knowledge and understanding of the retail sector. You are introduced to the supply chain and the different types of retail outlets and occupations found within the sector. Understanding customer service in the retail sector You will understand how customer service is carried out. You will explore the importance of communication with customers. Understanding how a retail business maintains health, safety and security on its premises You will understand maintaining security as well as health and safety on retail premises. The unit will introduce you to how relevant legislation is applied for health, safety and security. Understand the retail selling process You will understand selling within a retail environment. This unit will introduce you to the selling purpose of product information. Understanding the control, handling and replenishment of stock in a retail business You will have the knowledge and understanding of stock control systems and the procedure for replenishing, moving, handling and storing stock within a retail business.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION After completing the BTEC Level 1 course, many students progress on to the BTEC Level 2 business or retail pathway. The requirements for progression on to the courses are a minimum of 85% attendance and an overall Pass at BTEC Level 1 level, plus a good reference from your course tutor. Application forms can be obtained from Learner Services.

Understanding how individuals and teams contribute to the effectiveness of a retail business The purpose of this unit is to provide you with the knowledge and understanding of how individuals and teams contribute to the effectiveness of the retail business as well as introduce you to the main functions of employment law. Understand the handling of customer payments in retail The purpose of this unit is to provide you with the knowledge and understanding of the cashier’s responsibilities in terms of processing payments at the point within retail businesses.

COURSE ASSESSMENT There are two grades: pass and fail. You must complete all parts of the assignment to gain a pass grade. If one or more parts of the assignment are not attempted this will then result in a fail grade being issued.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have an Entry Certificate in Skills for Working Life or Life Skills OR Entry Level qualifications: an appropriate standard or Literacy and Numeracy or related interests and experience.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Retail BTEC – Level 2 REF: 3680

CAMPUS

DIST: An excellent piece of work in all aspects. All pass and merit criteria have been achieved. Also showing skills involving evaluation and synthesis. Work completed to a very high standard with no errors or omissions.

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

Personal selling You will develop your knowledge and understanding of the role of sales staff and how they go about the business of personal selling. Visual merchandising and display techniques for retail business The aim of this unit is to enable you to understand the techniques that retailers use to merchandise and display their products and make the best use of space in their different outlets. Business purposes The aim of this unit is to enable you to understand the nature of business organisations and the business environment in which they operate. Business organisations You will understand the aims and objectives of business organisations and how they are organised into functional areas to meet their business aims and objectives. Financial forecasting for business This involves looking at the key concepts used by businesses to manage their money, and forecast their finances for the future. People in organisations You will be able to understand the part played by people in business organisations. Consumer law You will research the rights of consumers when purchasing goods or services. Promoting and branding You will explore a range of products and techniques used by retailers when promoting and branding products. You will have the opportunity to create a product and design your own choice of branding.

COURSE ASSESSMENT All assignments will be graded according to the assessment grading criteria. The assessment evidence required for each unit is different and the unit teacher will provide you with a copy or you can access it on BlackBoard. You should use these criteria to determine what you should be including in your assignments.

Every Unit completed will be given one of the above grades. In most units the assignment will be spread over a number of tasks and the final grade will not be awarded until all tasks have been completed, although the tutors should give you some indication of how you are progressing and which criteria you have achieved.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need a minimum of 4 GCSEs. One GCSE at grade C (preferably in Maths or English) and Three GCSEs at grade D – G, in business-related subjects. You also need a reasonable standard of Literacy and Numeracy. Other related Level 1 or Level 2 qualifications. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business (retail) (equivalent to 4 GCSEs). To complete a BTEC Level 2 in Business (retail) students need to pass 4 core units and 5 specialist units over 1 year.

MATERIALS All students should equip themselves with the following: • A suitable bag or backpack • A lever arch file(s) • Divider • Plastic wallets • Pens/ruler/pencil/eraser • Calculator • A4 lined/punched paper pad(s) • Hole-punch • Stapler • Pencil case or box.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Although this is a 1 year course, students may want to start considering what their future career plan should be, such as progressing on to the BTEC Extended Diploma in Business Level 3 on the BTEC in Retail Level 3. Advanced Levels/National Qualifications: After completing the BTEC First course, you will progress on to the BTEC National or A Level courses. The requirements for progression on to the courses are a minimum of 85% attendance and an overall merit or distinction at BTEC First Level, plus a good reference from your course tutor. Application forms can be obtained from Learner Services.

PASS: The minimum amount of work needed to pass the course. All items in the Assignment Criteria have been included but at the lowest acceptable level. Activities assessed will be an ability to identify, explain, define and use terms/techniques. MERIT: A good standard of work showing all of the skills/ qualities needed for a pass but also showing an ability to analyse work. A good understanding of the unit has been shown by explaining the terminology and performing accurate calculations. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Retail

Customer relations in business This unit aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to become an effective member of staff in a customer-facing situation in business.

147

Retail

BTEC – Level 3

Apprenticeship & Advanced Apprenticeship – Level 2 & 3

REF: 3766

REF: 2796

CAMPUS

148 Retail

The Broadway

CAMPUS

COURSE CONTENT

The Broadway

The course consists of 14 units, which is made up of 8 compulsory units and 6 optional units.

COURSE CONTENT

The 8 units in the diploma gives learners an introduction customer service in the retail sector, health and safety and effective store operations.

This programme offers the benefits of experience at work supported by learning at College and is especially suited to you if you do not wish to stay in full-time education and have a good idea of what you want to do.You will study:

Compulsory Units (8): • Understanding customer service in the retail sector • Understanding the management of health and safety on a retail premises • Understanding security stock loss • Understanding how the smooth operation of a payment point is maintained • Retailing selling process • Management of stock in a retail business • Team effectiveness • Effective store operations.

At Level 2: • Working to organisational standards • Team working • 5 optional units, to be agreed • Functional Skills.

Optional Units (6) – taken from a wide list of choices, but mainly in the following areas: • Garden retail • Delivery of plants • Grocery and newspaper • Personal shopping and styling • Fashion trends and forecasting • Sale of perfumery product.

You will be required to produce a portfolio of evidence and take exams for the Functional Skills elements.

COURSE ASSESSMENT The assessment approach of the BTEC Diploma in retail allows learners to receive feedback on their progress throughout the course as they provide evidence towards the assessment and grading criteria. Evidence for assessment may be generated through a range of diverse activities including assignment and online tests, case studies, workplace assessment, role play and oral presentation.

At Level 3: • Developing and maintaining productive working relationships • 6 optional units, to be agreed • Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Apprenticeship Level 2: You will need GCSE English at grade C – D, completion of an Initial Assessment and have an interview. Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3: You will need a minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Maths. You must be in employment or have secured a retail work placement.

MATERIALS You will need general items of stationery and a USB pen drive to save your work to.

MATERIALS

DURATION

Students will have access to retail equipment such as mannequins, purpose built shop window and an on-site retail shop.

2 – 4 years.

All attended lessons must be well prepared in terms of paper, pens, folders etc.

HNC in Retail or Foundation Degree in Retail Management, promotion opportunities.

PROGRESSION

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION The BTEC Diploma in Retail provides a route to employment into the many diverse areas of business. These could include: Roles in specialist areas such as merchandising, personal styling, sales assistants, and team leaders. Some learners may wish to gain the qualification in order to progress to a higher education foundation degree, access or other professional development programmes. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Retail With over 3 million people working in around 290,000 businesses, there is a variety of job roles but it doesn’t matter what level you start at, this is an industry that has opportunities to progress with transferable skills across all businesses.Take a look at job roles within the industry... From sales assistants to store managers, no other part of retail carries more responsibility than the sales floor who deal with customers, ensures excellent service and keep the store a place where products turn into profit.

Merchandising:

Merchandisers supply departments with the lowdown on how products perform, making sure the right products are in the right place at the right time.

Buying:

Buyers live in the future and have to get it right, predicting tomorrow’s tastes and trends by trawling through the internet, travelling to see merchandise and attending trade shows.

Visual Merchandising:

Create the best store layouts and the most eye catching shop windows, visual theatre that gets your buying impulses buzzing from the minute you walk past. Retail is one of the most diverse and exciting industries to work in – start your career by enrolling on one of Dudley College’s retail courses!

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Retail

Store Operations:

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Science (Applied) 150

Take a Science course that could lead to university or an exciting, important career.

Science (Applied)

Scientists push at the boundaries of human knowledge. They research, discover, and design useful things â&#x20AC;&#x201C; things that can potentially change the face of medicine, food... even our understanding of life. To give you a foot up onto an exciting career ladder, or the qualifications you need to study a science at degree level, Dudley College offers BTEC Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications in Science. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re proud to offer modern, well-equipped laboratories and classrooms with interactive whiteboards, and a wide range of resources including our college library and iPoint Student Learning Centre. Our tutor support is known for being excellent; we will be delighted in particular to help you with university applications.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 2

88%

89%

Level 3

91%

Total 51 91%

90%

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

â&#x20AC;

40% Education & Training 8% Employment 48% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

151 Science (Applied)

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

152

Applied Science

BTEC First Diploma – Level 2

BTEC First Diploma – Level 3

REF: 2320

REF: 432

Science (Applied)

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

This is a practical work-related course that aims to introduce you to employment in the science area and provide a good basis to continue on to more advanced work-related qualifications. You will study:

You will study a range of units for example:

BTEC Introductory Diploma in Science OR 4 GCSEs at grades D – E one of which must be Science.

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

MATERIALS

COURSE ASSESSMENT

• • • • •

Working with science Science and the world of work Chemistry applications Physical science applications Biological systems.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed through a variety of internally and externally set assessments.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need to hold one of the following:

Scientific principles Role of a science technician Laboratory organisation ICT and laboratory MIS Human Physiology Biochemical techniques Workplace practices Scientific method Energy changes, sources and applications Microbiological techniques Chemical periodicity and its applications Principles of plant and soil analysis Genetics and genetic engineering Medical physics techniques Industrial applications of chemical reactions Practical chemical analysis Biomedical science techniques Environmental science Data analysis.

The College will supply appropriate text books.You are expected to use a wide range of resources including the college library and iPoint Centre.You will need to provide your own scientific calculator and general stationery. A lab coat is provided for use in practical work.

Internally assessed units which meet grading criteria. Units are externally verified.

DURATION 1 year.

• A BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science at merit or distinction grade • At least 4 GCSEs at grades A* – C including Double Award Science.

PROGRESSION

MATERIALS

BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science.

The College will supply appropriate text books.You are expected to use a wide range of resources including the college library and iPoint Centre. You will need to provide your own scientific calculator and general stationery. A lab coat is provided for use in practical work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have one of the following:

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Degree or HND in a range of sciences, medically-related courses or employment in a laboratory.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

153 Science (Applied) For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Unlock your sporting potential with our excellent sports and leisure courses.

Sport

If you’re sporty, it’s great to know there are many sporting career options for you that don’t necessarily mean becoming a professional athlete (although we’ll definitely support you if you’re going for the big time too!) Dudley College offers an exciting range of active courses, from BTEC Diplomas in Sport & Exercise Sciences through to Fitness Instructing & Personal Training.You can develop your coaching skills with us, learning to get the best out of others while they get the most out of their sport. As a full-time learner you’ll be expected to participate in Team Dudley Sport – our special programme to help you study while pursuing your chosen sport. We offer specialised coaching, for example, and encourage you to take leadership qualifications. Thanks to our strong links with Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council Culture & Leisure Services and privately-owned sports centres, you’ll get access to venues that include The Village, Dell Stadium and many other local facilities. We are proud to be affiliated with the British Colleges of Sport, which means you can compete against the ‘best of the rest’ throughout the country in trials and tournaments. Whatever your ability and experience, our tutors are here to encourage and support you.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

100%

96%

Level 2

100%

92%

Level 3

118

97%

92%

Total

215 99%

93%

36% Education & Training 19% Employment 33% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Sport

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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155

Activity Leadership Certificate – Level 2 REF: 3475

156

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

You will be required to wear dress code during college hours; this is detailed on order forms at interview/enrolment.You will also require fitness-training clothing, appropriate running shoes, shower toiletries and a towel.

COURSE CONTENT Edexcel Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership (QCF):

Sport

Qualification structure summary – You must achieve all 25 credits from the 6 mandatory units and a minimum of 2 optional units. Mandatory units: • Prepare for activity sessions • Lead activity sessions • Conclude and review activity sessions • Support the work of the team and organisation • Promote health, safety and welfare in active leisure and recreation • Support equality and diversity in active leisure and recreation • A selection of optional units selected by the course leader. Plus: • Football Association Coaching Certificate Level 1 • Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths or English • First 4 Sport Employment Awareness Level 2 • Award in Personal and Social Development • Award in the Principles of Coaching Sport Level 2 • The course involves one year of full time study • All units will be assessed and graded with a Pass. You will be expected to be part of the Team sports programme.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

As a sports department we pride ourselves on our reputation and professionalism in the area. This is evident in the way our students look around the college and more importantly whilst representing Dudley at sports events and during work placements. We are very fortunate that we have an excellent relationship with PUMA and get great discounts, which allows us to further reduce the prices for students. We have put a dress code package together at a cost of approx. £105 based upon the needs of students for their course, Team Sports training and work experience. You will need to pre-order the package during enrolment. Please note: Prices are subject to change.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION What are the potential job roles for those working towards this qualification?

You are assessed by a variety of methods including case studies, class-based assignments, and time-constrained assessments, projects, practicals and presentations.

• • • •

The overall grade for each qualification is a ‘pass’. You must achieve all the required units within the specified qualification structure. To pass a unit you must:

Progression could be on to further training/education, including work-base qualifications in such areas as:

• Achieve all the specified learning outcomes • Satisfy all the assessment criteria by providing sufficient and valid evidence for each criterion • Show that the evidence is their own.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • 4 GCSEs grade D including English • Strong interest in coaching and sport in general • Pass grade in all elements of the Sport & Active Leisure Foundation Level 1 qualification • Attendance to be above 90%; if progressing from Level 1 to Level 2 • Positive reference from existing college tutor/school report.

• • • •

Activity leader Assistant instructor Youth worker Outdoor recreation assistant.

Outdoor programmes Coaching Sports development BTEC Diploma in Sport and Performing Excellence/Sport Coaching Level 3 (BTEC).

For progression on to another full-time programme at Level 3, the following would be required: • A positive yearly report from your course tutor • A clean disciplinary record; 90% attendance record • Completion of all elements of this course, including Functional Skills. We look forward to spending the year ahead with you and welcome you to Dudley College for some of the best days of your life.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Fitness Instructing & Personal Training Certificate – Level 2 Diploma NVQ (CYQ) – Level 3 REF: 1484

COURSE ASSESSMENT

Dudley Evolve

The course is assessed by:

COURSE CONTENT

• • • • • •

Certificate in Fitness Instructing Level 2: Level 2 Anatomy and physiology: • Circulatory system • Respiratory system • Structure and function of the skeleton • Muscular system • Musculoskeletal system • Energy system • Nervous system. Level 2 Principles of exercise, fitness and health: • Programming safe and effective exercise for clients • The health benefits of physical activity • The importance of healthy eating. A multiple choice test on each of the above subjects with 70% required to pass. Followed by a practical assessment, lasting 90 minutes demonstrating safe programming and instructing. NVQ Diploma Personal Training Level 3: Level 3 Anatomy and physiology: • Heart and circulatory system • Musculoskeletal system • Posture and core stability • Nervous system • Endocrine system • Energy system. Level 3 Principles of nutrition: • The principles of nutrition • Key guidelines in relation to nutrition • Nationally recommended practice in relation to providing nutritional advice • The relationship between nutrition and physical activity • Understanding how to collect and use nutritional information • Principles of nutritional goal setting. Designing, managing and adapting a personal training programme. Motivating and communicating effectively with clients. Programming safe and effective exercise for a range of client. The health benefits of physical activity and the importance of healthy eating. A multiple choice test on each of the above subjects with 70% required to pass. You will then complete an NVQ for 12 weeks where you will be assessed training 2 clients using a range of training techniques and methods; this will also involve a work placement either at the college or at an external leisure facility.

Multiple choice external exam Case studies Formal practical assessments Worksheets Work-based practical assessments Portfolio building.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must have a Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy initial assessment results, GCSE grade C in English, Maths is essential and science and PE are desirable. You must also have a reference from their school that confirms attendance/punctuality and character.

MATERIALS You will be required to wear dress code during college hours; this is detailed on order forms at interview/enrolment. You will also require fitness-training clothing, appropriate running shoes, shower toiletries and a towel. As a sports department we pride ourselves on our reputation and professionalism in the area. This is evident in the way our students look around the college and more importantly whilst representing Dudley at sports events and during work placements. We are very fortunate that we have an excellent relationship with PUMA and get great discounts, which allows us to further reduce the prices for students. We have put a dress code package together at a cost of approx. £105 based upon the needs of students for their course, Team Sports training and work experience. You will need to pre-order the package during enrolment. Please note: Prices are subject to change. Optional fitness workshops organised throughout the year; approximately £100 per workshop. (You would be expected to pay for these).

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Upon completion of both levels, you will be a qualified gym instructor and personal trainer and will have all of the relevant qualifications required to work in the fitness industry after just 1 year. Alternatively, you may wish to progress on to the HNC Level 4 qualification or university.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

157 Sport

CAMPUS

Sport Diploma BTEC – Level 2 REF: 2233

158

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

General stationery and a USB pen needs to be provided by the student.

COURSE CONTENT

Sport

• • • • • • • •

Fitness testing and training Outdoor and adventurous activities Anatomy and physiology for sport Planning and leading sports activities Technical skills and tactical awareness for sport Development of personal fitness Sport and exercise facility operations Effects of exercise on the body systems.

You will undertake Functional Skills in English at Level 1. There will be an opportunity to take part in a residential, activity days and be part of the team sports programme. There will be additional costs relating to residentials (£150+) and off site activities.

As a sports department we pride ourselves on our reputation and professionalism in the area. This is evident in the way our students look around the college and more importantly whilst representing Dudley College at sports events and during work placements. We are very fortunate that we have an excellent relationship with PUMA and get great discounts, which allows us to further reduce the prices for students. We have put a dress code package together at a cost of approx. £105 based upon the needs of students for their course, Team Sports training and work experience. You will need to pre-order the package during enrolment. Please note: Prices are subject to change.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

DURATION

All units will be assessed and graded with a Pass, merit or distinction.

1 year.

Internal Assessment: You are required to produce a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates achievement of all learning outcomes associated with each unit. Learning outcomes specify what you have to achieve and are included in each unit. Assessment is through a variety of methods such as presentations and written work.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A minimum of 4 GCSE passes at grade D or above (to include English). Positive school report reference required. A BTEC or other equivalent Foundation Level course awarded at a pass grade. A Functional Skill qualification at Entry Level 3. An interest in working within the sports/leisure industry and participation in a variety of sports would be desirable.

PROGRESSION Upon completion of the course you may wish to progress on to the next level; BTEC Diploma Sport Development & Fitness/ Sports Science or Diploma in Exercise & Fitness Level 2. This is only possible if you have achieved the following criteria: • • • • •

An overall grade of a merit Minimum attendance of 90% Have achieved Functional Skills (at the level you are working at) A positive yearly report from your course tutor A clean disciplinary record.

We look forward to spending the year ahead with you and welcome you to Dudley College for some of the best days of your life.

Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course and will help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Sport Performance & Excellence Football bTEC Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3606

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The Broadway

You should have the following qualifications:

COURSE CONTENT

• A t least 2 GCSEs at C grade (to include English and Maths) and 2 GCSEs at D grade • BTEC at merit Level OR NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualifications.

This course consists of 9 mandatory units: • Principles of anatomy and physiology in sport • The physiology of fitness • Assessing risks in sport • Fitness training and programming • Fitness testing for sport and exercise • Sports nutrition • Psychology for sports performance • Technical and tactical skills in sport • The athlete’s lifestyle. 1st year optional units: • Work experience in sport • Sports coaching.

An active interest in football and/or playing for a team outside of college is essential to study to this pathway. Prior to enrolment on this course you will need to have initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course and will help us to identify and provide support that you may need.

2nd year optional units: • Profiling sport performance • Analysis of sports performance. Functional Skills: Maths/English Entry Level 1/Level 1. Football Association Level 2 Coaching qualification (dependent on passing a Skill Scan assessment and a FA Level 1 qualification).

We are very fortunate that we have an excellent relationship with PUMA and get great discounts, which allows us to further reduce the prices for students.

1st4Sport Award in the Principles of Coaching Sport (in the context of Football).

We have put a dress code package together at a cost of approx. £105 based upon the needs of students for their course, Team Sports training and work experience.

Level 3: You will be expected to train and play for one of the college football teams as part of this programme.

You will need to pre-order the package during enrolment.

There will be an opportunity to take part in a residential, activity days and study events. There will be additional costs relating to residentials (£150+) and off site activities.

DURATION

COURSE ASSESSMENT

PROGRESSION

You are required to create a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates achievement of all learning outcomes associated with each unit. Learning outcomes specify what each candidate has to achieve and are included within each unit. Coursework is generated to form a portfolio; from a variety of assessment methods are used such as: practicals, presentations, written work, discussions etc.

Employment within the Sports Industry/Sports Development. Degree/HNC/HND in Sport. University.

Please note: Prices are subject to change.

2 years.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

159 Sport

CAMPUS

Sport Development, Coaching & Fitness BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3 REF: 2852

160 Sport

CAMPUS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Dudley Evolve

You should have one of the following qualifications:

COURSE CONTENT

5 GCSEs at grade C or above (to include English and Maths) BTEC at merit Level OR NVQ Level 2 or other equivalent qualifications.

This course consists of eight mandatory units and eleven specialised units. Each of the units is designed to give students an insight into the sport/fitness industry. The course aims to offer both theoretical and practical lessons to enhance learning within this discipline. The units are: • Principles of anatomy and physiology in sport • The physiology of fitness • Assessing risk in sport • Fitness training and programming • Sports coaching • Fitness testing for sport and exercise • Practical team/individual sports • Sports nutrition • Exercise, health and lifestyle • Exercise for specific groups • Psychology for sports performance • Sports injuries • Analysis of sports performance • Sport and exercise massage • Rules, regulations and officiating in sport • Physical education and the care of children and young people • Sports development • Work experience • Sports nutrition. You will undertake Functional Skill in English, ICT or Maths as part of the course. You will be able to study for additional qualifications such as CYQ Gym Instructor Level 2 and CSLA Level 2. There will be an opportunity to take part in a residential, activity days and be part of the Team sports Programme. There will be additional costs relating to residentials (£150+) and off site activities.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You are required to create a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates achievement of all learning outcomes associated with each unit. Learning outcomes specify what you have to achieve and are included within each unit. Coursework is generated to form a portfolio; from a variety of assessment methods e.g. practicals, presentations, written work, discussions etc.

An interest and active participation in sports and fitness is essential. Prior to enrolment on this course you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course and will help us to identify and provide the support that you may need. You will need a positive reference from an existing college tutor/school report. You will be contacted with a date to come in to do your assessment.

MATERIALS General stationery and a USB pen needs to be provided by the learner. As a sports department we pride ourselves on our reputation and professionalism in the area. This is evident in the way our students look around the college and more importantly whilst representing Dudley at sports events and during work placements. We are very fortunate that we have an excellent relationship with PUMA and get great discounts, which allows us to further reduce the prices for students. We have put a dress code package together at a cost of approx. £105 based upon the needs of students for their course, Team Sports training and work experience. You will need to pre-order the package during enrolment. Please note: Prices are subject to change.

DURATION BTEC 90 Credit Diploma – 1 year. BTEC Extended Diploma – 2 years.

PROGRESSION Employment within the sports and fitness industry. HNC/D, Foundation degree or degree. University.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Sport & Active Leisure Diploma BTEC – Level 1 REF: 3236

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

General stationery and a USB pen needs to be provided by the student.

COURSE CONTENT

As a sports department we pride ourselves on our reputation and professionalism in the area. This is evident in the way our students look around the college and more importantly whilst representing Dudley College at sports events and during work placements. We are very fortunate that we have an excellent relationship with PUMA and get great discounts, which allows us to further reduce the prices for students. We have put a dress code package together at a cost of approx. £105 based upon the needs of students for their course, Team Sports training and work experience. You will need to pre-order the package during enrolment. Please note: Prices are subject to change.

Functional Skills: • C&G Maths Entry Level 3 • C&G English Entry Level 3.

DURATION

Certificate in Personal & Social Development Level 1. There will be an opportunity to take part in a residential, activity days and be part of the Team sports Programme. There will be additional costs relating to residentials (£150+) and off site activities.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You are assessed by a variety of methods including case studies, multiple choice tests, class-based assignments and time constrained assessments, projects, practical’s and presentations. Each unit is graded as a pass.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have Entry Level 3 or GCSEs grades F – G, possess a positive school report and attend an interview with the course tutor. You will be asked to take an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy prior to enrolment.

1 year.

PROGRESSION In order to progress on to another course in Sport, you must achieve: • Sport Active Leisure Diploma BTEC Level 1 at a Pass • Have achieved Functional Skills (at the level you are working at) in Maths, IT and English • Demonstrate excellent attendance – above 90% (College average) • Have shown a positive attitude towards your studies throughout the year • Have a positive report from your course tutor reflecting an excellent work ethos • Successful completion of additional qualifications within your course. Possible Progression on to: BTEC Diploma Sport Level 2. NVQ Activity Leadership Level 2.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Sport

Mandatory units: • Taking part in sports • Improve own fitness • Investigating rights and responsibilities at work • Risks and hazards in sport and active leisure • Taking part in exercise and fitness • How the body works • Planning a fitness programme • Assisting in leader of sports and active leisure activities to plan and deliver an activity • Working in sport and active leisure • Sport and active leisure group project • Job opportunities in sport and active leisure.

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Sport & Exercise Sciences BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/BTEC Extended Diploma – Level 3 REF: 3286

162 Sport

CAMPUS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Dudley Evolve

You should have one of the following qualifications:

COURSE CONTENT

5 GCSEs at grade C or above (English, Maths and Science at grade C is desirable); BTEC at merit Level; NVQ Level 2; or equivalent qualifications.

This course consists of six mandatory units and twelve specialised units. Each of the units is designed to give students an insight into the sport/fitness industry. The course aims to offer both theoretical and practical lessons to enhance learning within this discipline. The units are: • Principles of anatomy and physiology in sport • Sport and exercise physiology • Sport and exercise psychology • Research methods for sport and exercise • Research project in sport and exercise sciences • Fitness testing for sport and exercise • Analysis of sports performance • Training and fitness for sport • Sports nutrition • Sports coaching • Sports injuries • Sports and exercise massage • Exercise health and lifestyle • Practical sport • Current issues • Applied sport and exercise psychology • Work experience • Biomechanics in action. You must undertake Functional Skills in English, ICT or Maths as part of the course. You will be able to study for additional qualifications such as CYQ Gym Instructor Level 2 and CSLA Level 2. There will be an opportunity to take part in a residential, activity days and be part of the Team sports Programme. There will be additional costs relating to residentials and off site activities (approx £150).

An interest and active participation in sports and fitness is essential along with an interest for the science behind the sport.

MATERIALS General stationery and a USB pen needs to be provided by the student. As a sports department we pride ourselves on our reputation and professionalism in the area. This is evident in the way our students look around the college and more importantly whilst representing Dudley at sports events and during work placements. We are very fortunate that we have an excellent relationship with PUMA and get great discounts, which allows us to further reduce the prices for students. We have put a dress code package together at a cost of approx. £105 based upon the needs of students for their course, Team Sports training and work experience. You will need to pre-order the package during enrolment. Please note: Prices are subject to change.

DURATION BTEC 90 Credit Diploma – 1 year. BTEC Extended Diploma – 2 years.

PROGRESSION Employment within the sports science/fitness industry. HNC/D or degree. University.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Natasha Berry: winner of the Sports Award u BTEC Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching On target for a distinction, Natasha Berry has consistently achieved a high standard of work and done so with a smile.

Lindsey Gowland, senior lecturer at Dudley College, said: “Natasha has worked consistently well throughout her two years here. She has always met her deadlines and is keen to do well.” Natasha, who is also studying for her Higher Sports Leader Award, has contributed more than 400 hours of voluntary work. “She is lovely and has time for everyone,” said Lindsey, “Natasha is the first to volunteer for whatever needs doing and is well liked. Plus she has excelled at her college work.” Natasha is all set to go to university to learn to teach PE and, with the right experience and confidence, will make a very good teacher, added Lindsey: “She will be very motivated and focused.” Natasha said: “If I could sum up the last two years in a word it would be challenging. I wasn’t the most academic at school but at Dudley College I have achieved a lot more than I thought I would.” “I have learned a lot about myself. For one thing, I wasn’t expecting to get distinctions. I feel much more confident about going to university now.”

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

163 Sport

Happy to help others in the group – and to volunteer for many hours of coaching in the community – Natasha is shaping up to be an excellent coach and a PE teacher in the making.

Travel & Tourism 164

Have fun learning, and gain a qualification in the expanding, exciting travel industry.

Travel & Tourism

Travel & Tourism courses can open up a wonderful world of careers. By gaining the right qualifications you could find yourself working as an overseas representative, a travel agent, in hospitality, or in an airport. The possibilities are endless â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and global. As a learner at Dudley College you can explore where your interests and strengths lie by making use of our exciting new Travel & Tourism Suite. It contains a travel information shop, a simulated aircraft and a baggage handling area for hands-on experience. During your studies youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also have the chance to visit Paris and Dublin and, closer to home, London, Thorpe Park and Cheddar Gorge. Assessing your learning through a combination of practical assignments, enjoyable projects and presentations, Travel & Tourism courses at Dudley College give you an excellent introduction to the industry.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 1

100%

n/a

Level 2

100%

96%

Level 3

100%

95%

Total 55 100%

95%

53% Education & Training 26% Employment 5% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Travel & Tourism

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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165

Travel & Tourism BTEC Foundation Diploma – Level 1 REF: 1989

166

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

Stationery: 1 large A4 ring binder,1 A4 course file, plastic wallets and dividers, pens, pencils, eraser, ruler, plain/lined paper and memory stick (USB pen).

COURSE CONTENT

Travel & Tourism

• • • • • • • • • •

Travel and tourism group project Displaying products and services Displaying travel information Planning a trip to a visitor attraction Researching a tourist destination Recommending a holiday package Air cabin crew Role of an overseas rep Schedule charter and low cost airlines Planning for a job.

The tourism department prides themselves on their reputation and professionalism in the area. This is evident in the way our students look around the college and more importantly whilst representing Dudley at internal/external events and during work placements. There is a dress code package which is: £75 (cost subject to change) and this would need to be paid at enrolment.

DURATION

BTEC Certificate in Personal & Social Development Level 1.

1 year.

Functional Skills: • C&G Maths Entry Level 3 • C&G English Entry Level 3.

PROGRESSION

As part of your course you will be required to take part in trips, activities and a residential; this is an important element which will enable you to achieve unit assessment criteria. There will be costs relating to these which will be outlined at enrolment and induction (£150 minimum).

COURSE ASSESSMENT

In order to progress on to the BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism you must achieve the BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism Level 1 at a pass grade, achieved Functional Skills Entry Level 3 number, IT and Literacy and achieved the Certificate in Personal, Social and Development Level 1. Demonstrate excellent attendance – above 90% (College average); and have shown a positive attitude towards your studies throughout the year. Progression route: BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism Level 2.

You are assessed internally by a variety of methods including: case studies; class-based assignments; and constrained assessments; projects; and practical’s and presentations. Each unit is graded at a Pass.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have Entry Level 3 or GCSEs grade F to G, attend an interview with the course tutor and have a positive school report. Prior to enrolment on this course you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course and will and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.You will be contacted and given a date to come in to do your assessment.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Travel & Tourism BTEC Diploma – Level 2 REF: 2152

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

Stationery: 1 large A4 ring binder,1 A4 course file, plastic wallets and dividers, pens, pencils, eraser, ruler, plain/lined paper and memory stick (USB pen).

COURSE CONTENT

There may be an opportunity to study industry related qualifications on this programme. Functional Skills: C&G Functional Skills Entry Level 3 and Level 1 in Maths or English. As part of your course you will be required to take part in trips, activities and a residential; this is an important element which will enable you to achieve unit assessment criteria. There will be costs relating to these which will be outlined at enrolment and induction (£150 minimum).

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION In order to progress on to the BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism, you must achieve: BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism at a merit grade and achieved the Certificate in Personal, Social and Development. Have achieved Functional Skills in either Maths, IT or English. Demonstrate excellent attendance – above 90% (College average); and have shown a positive attitude towards your studies throughout the year. Progression route: BTEC Diploma Level 3 in Travel & Tourism. Career options: Retail travel consultant, customer service, tourist information.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You are assessed internally by a variety of methods including: case studies, class-based assignments, time constrained assessments, projects, practical’s and presentations. Each unit is graded at a Pass, merit or distinction.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have 4 GCSEs at grade D or above; a Level 1 qualification at a minimal grade of a pass; achieved all qualifications on Level 1 course; or relevant work experience.You will be required to attend an interview with the tutor. Prior to enrolment on this course you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course and will help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Travel & Tourism

Units studied on the course: • The UK travel and tourism sector • Understanding customer service in travel and tourism • Developing customer service skills in travel and tourism • Understanding the nature and effects of world travel • European holiday destinations • Holiday planning • Developing employability skills for travel and tourism • Organising a travel and tourism study visit • Exploring airports and airlines • Exploring travel operations • Interpersonal skills for holiday rep.

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Travel & Tourism BTEC Diploma/Extended Diploma – Level 3 REF: 1868

168

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

Dudley Evolve

Stationery: 1 large A4 ring binder,1 A4 course file, plastic wallets and dividers, pens, pencils, eraser, ruler, plain/lined paper and memory stick (USB pen).

COURSE CONTENT

Travel & Tourism

Examples of units studied on this course: • Investigating the travel and tourism sector • The business of travel and tourism • The uk as a destination • Customer service in travel and tourism • Marketing in travel and tourism • Long haul destinations • Retail travel operations • Business travel operations • Specialist tourism • Events, conferences and exhibitions • UK visitor attractions • Work experience • Study visit in travel and tourism • Researching current issues. Functional Skills (at level Entry Level 3, 1 or 2): Maths or English Additionally: Relevant additional qualifications to support the course and employability. As part of your course you will be required to take part in trips, activities, and a residential; this is an important element of which will enable you to achieve unit assessment criteria. There will be costs relating to these which will be outlined at enrolment and induction (£150 minimum).

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Foundation degrees, HNC/D or degree in Travel & Tourism or related subject. Career options: Resort representative, retail travel consultant, consultant service, tourist information office, business travel consultant, air cabin crew, theme park operations, cruise liner, tour operations.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You are assessed internally by a variety of methods including: case studies; class-based assignments; time constrained assessments; projects; practical’s; and presentations. Each unit is graded as a Pass, merit or distinction.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have one of the following: 4 GCSEs at grade C or above including English Language; a Level 2 qualification at a minimal grade of merit; equivalent Level 2 qualification; or relevant work experience.You will be required to attend an interview with the tutor. Prior to enrolment on this course you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course and will help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.You will be contacted and given a date to come in to do your assessment.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

169 Travel & Tourism For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Entry Level Courses 170

Our Entry Level Courses help to remove barriers to you fulfilling your potential.

Entry Level Courses

We know there can be many barriers to people gaining the qualifications they need. Sometimes personal problems, physical disabilities, learning difficulties or extended periods of absence can stop you from achieving the things you want to in life. At Dudley College we are dedicated to helping all our learners get where they want to be. We will assess your individual needs so that we can offer you additional learning support. If English is not your first language, our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) programmes are designed to help you to progress in your further education. For learners with learning difficulty or disability (LLDD) we offer a range of vocational Step Up courses, to give you confidence and help you move forward with your studies. Here at Dudley College we pride ourselves on our open and welcoming policy and recognise the rights of all our learners to be treated equally.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Entry level

264

98%

n/a

Total

264 98%

n/a

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

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72% Education & Training 4% Employment * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

171 Entry Level Courses

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Pre-Step Up Life Skills Entry Level 1 REF: 3723

CAMPUS The Broadway

172

COURSE CONTENT

Entry Level Courses

The qualification aims to help learners improve practical, interpersonal and social skills used for day-to-day living. The qualification is aimed at learners who seek an entry level qualification that will: • • • •

ssist in development of personal and work-related skills A Develop personal and interpersonal skills Provide opportunities for learning by experience Develop mental and physical coordination, dexterity, mobility and build confidence • Provide the necessary skills towards living independently and being part of the community.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Learners produce a portfolio of evidence with assistance of the assessor. Each section has a variety of units within it.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS There are no formal entry requirements. Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Step Up Entry Level 2 in a vocational area of interest/need.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

STEP UP Employability & Personal, Social Development Entry Level 2 & 3 REF: 2149 Pathway 6 – Animal Care

The Broadway

The Animal Care pathway is designed to educate learners about the responsibilities of animal ownership and allow them to experience caring for some species they might not normally encounter as part of general pet ownership. The course includes practical elements such as assisting with the maintenance and preparation of animal accommodation and assisting with the feeding and care of animals. It is currently based at Brockswood Animal Sanctuary, Sedgley.

COURSE CONTENT A variety of units from Employability and Personal, Social Development such as: • • • • • • • • • •

Planning for progression Effective skills, qualities and attitudes for learning and work Planning for progression Community project Contributing to a team Personal skills Environmental awareness Healthy Living Enterprise activity: producing products or services Functional Skills: in ICT, English and Maths.

2 weeks work experience. Learners can then choose one of the following pathways: Pathway 1 – Music and Drama The Music and Drama Pathway is designed to give you the opportunity to study the field of performing arts. It consists of the following units: Understanding dance, understanding music, acting, performing arts business project.

Pathway 7 – Catering This pathway helps develop learners skills in being able to cook safely and will include units such as Introduction to the hospitality industry, working as part of a group, serving food and drink and basic cooking. Pathway 8 – Sports On this pathway learners will cover various units including self-assessment, career progression, improving own fitness, working as part of a group and assisting at a sport or active leisure event.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Portfolio of evidence. Internal and External exams for Functional Skills.

Pathway 2 – Childcare

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The Early Years Childcare pathway comprises of The CACHE Entry Level Certificate in Caring for a Child /Children, Entry 3 and is designed to develop an understanding of the skills needed to care for young children including looking at Health and Safety issues in a work setting.

Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need.

Pathway 3 – Construction The NOCN construction qualification covers plastering, bricklaying and woodworking skills. Health and Safety in the workshop is also covered. Learners are taught in the construction workshops, by specialist tutors. Pathway 4 – Hair & Beauty

There are no formal entry requirements.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Level 1 courses.

Students will cover basic hairdressing, and basic beauty applications as well as covering Health and Safety in the Salon. Learners will be taught at Evolve in the salons by specialist tutors. Pathway 5 – Horticulture & Conservation The Horticulture & Conservation pathway allows learners to develop their gardening skills; raising plants from seeds, sewing and planting food crops, building raised beds, tending crops as well as the health and safety aspect of working in a gardening environment. Learners will be encouraged to appreciate the balance of nature, insect life, pond life and bird habitats with the art of gardening and crop rearing.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

173 Entry Level Courses

CAMPUS

174 Entry Level Courses

ESOL

16-18 Foundation Learning Programme

Aspire

REF: 3640

REF: 3727

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

Your teacher will use a variety of strategies and techniques to help develop your language skills. Skills developed include:

Your teacher will use a variety of strategies and techniques to help you develop the language skills required for further study on our Pre-Access and Access provision. The language skills you will develop include:

• • • • • • •

Speaking and pronunciation Listening and understanding Reading Writing Functional ICT Skills Functional Mathematics skills Employability skills.

You will make new friends and develop the important social and team work skills needed for further studies and employment. You will have the opportunity to attend three educational visits as part of your course.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Initial assessment is carried out to decide on the most appropriate level for you to study. Full support is given throughout your studies with regular reviews of your progress. On going assessments, tasks and/or tests will take place throughout the course to allow your tutor to monitor your progress. End of course assessments will be Cambridge ESOL examinations which are externally set. Functional Skills Mathematics and ICT examinations which are externally set. Students will also develop a portfolio to demonstrate the Personal, Social and Employability skills they have developed as part of the course. Beginners assessments will be an internally set college assessment where learners receive a Dudley College Certificate for the skills they develop.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS No specific entry requirements.You will have a confidential interview and initial assessment then be placed on an appropriate course.

MATERIALS A dictionary is recommended.

• • • • • • •

Speaking and pronunciation Listening and understanding Reading Writing Research skills Assignment writing Presentation skills.

You will also develop your Maths and ICT skills in dedicated Functional Skills classes. All of these skills will prepare you for the next step in your studies.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Initial assessment in both English and Maths will be carried out prior to you enrolling on the course. Throughout the course your English, Maths and ICT tutors to monitor your progress through a variety of in-class assessments. At the end of the course you will take externally set examinations in English, Maths and ICT.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Initial assessment will be carried out along with a confidential interview. You will be expected to demonstrate the following levels of English and Maths in order to follow this course: • English minimum Entry Level 3 in all skills • Mathematics minimum Entry Level 3.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Progression from this course can be to our Pre-Access Level 2 course or onto Access provision subject to their entry requirements.

DURATION 1 year.

PROGRESSION Progression through Levels E1-E2-E3-Level 1 – main stream programmes or Apprenticeships.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

175 Entry Level Courses For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Access to Higher Education 176

Develop your confidence and open up opportunities with Access to Higher Education.

Access to Higher Education

If you want to go to university or take up a profession that requires a diploma or degree, but you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the required formal qualifications, Dudley Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Access to Higher Education department can help. Our one-year programmes are specially designed for learners who have Level 2 qualifications and are looking to develop their self-confidence and academic ability to study a degree, Higher National Diploma or Diploma in Higher Education. To help you progress onto more advanced courses later on, we also teach basic study skills, Maths, English and other useful things surrounding your chosen area of learning. This is a great route towards gaining a nationally-recognised qualification which may open the door to a wider range of professional careers for you.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC;

What our students go on to do*

Level

Starts

Achievement

National Rate

Level 3

118

94%

92%

Total

118 94%

92%

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

1% Education & Training 2% Employment 95% Higher Education

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* Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

177 Access to Higher Education

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Preparation for Access (Pre-Access) Employability Personal and Social Development 178

Preparation for Access (Pre-Access) NOCN – Level 1 REF: 3660

C&G Entry Level 3

CAMPUS

REF:TBC

The Broadway

Access to Higher Education

COURSE CONTENT CAMPUS The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT Core modules: • Planning for progression • Effective skills and qualities needed for learning and work • Enterprise activity • Managing personal finance • Mathematics Functional Skills • English Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You are assessed in a variety of ways depending on the modules e.g. timed assignment, coursework and individual and group projects.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will be required to have a good Entry Level 2 achievement, enthusiasm and commitment. On receipt of your application you will be invited to attend an information day and a pre-course assessment in English and Maths to ensure you are enrolled on the right level of course. After the initial assessment an interview will be arranged with the course tutor.

MATERIALS Details of this will be available from the tutor during enrolment and will be discussed with potential students when interviewed.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION Access Diploma for Progress Level 2.

Core modules: • College induction • Introduction to developing personal study skills • Developing own interpersonal skills • Introduction to career preparation • Developing presentation skills • Punctuation and grammar skills • Spelling skills • Writing for meaning • Preparation for a recruitment interview • Using calculations: multiplication and division of whole numbers • Using calculations: addition and subtraction of whole numbers • Understanding perimeter and area • Understanding numbers • Understanding length, weight and capacity • Understanding and using percentages • Understanding and using fractions • Understanding and using decimals • Understanding and using 2D shapes • Using the internet • IT (Foundation) • Mathematics Functional Skills • English Functional Skills.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You are assessed in a variety of ways depending on the modules e.g. Timed assignment, coursework and individual and group projects.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will be required to have a good Entry Level 3 achievement, enthusiasm and commitment. On receipt of your application you will be invited to attend an information day and a pre-course assessment in English and Maths to ensure you are enrolled on the right level of course. After the initial assessment an interview will be arranged with the course tutor.

MATERIALS Details of this will be available from the tutor during enrolment and will be discussed with potential students when interviewed.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION Access Diploma for Progress Level 2.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Preparation for Access (Pre-Access) NOCN – Level 2

Business Access to Higher Education Diploma OCNWMR – Level 3 REF: 802

REF: 2294

CAMPUS

The Broadway

If you wish to gain a qualification for entry on to an Access to Higher Education Diploma, or you want to enhance your employment opportunities, this is the course for you. You will study: Core modules: • Improving own learning and performance • Developing personal study skills • Developing own interpersonal skills • Developing group and teamwork communication skills • Understanding mediation • Critical thinking • Equal opportunities • Understanding team motivation • Preparing for a recruitment interview • Writing for meaning skills • Speaking and listening skills • Numeracy in context • Improving punctuation and grammar skills • ICT (Foundation) • Mathematics Functional Skills • English Functional Skills. Depending on the number of credits achieved a Certificate or Diploma may be awarded.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You are assessed in a variety of ways depending on the modules e.g. timed assignment, coursework and individual and group projects.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will be required to have a good Level 1 achievement, enthusiasm and commitment. On receipt of your application you will be invited to attend an information day and a pre-course assessment in English and Maths to ensure you are enrolled on the right level of course. After the initial assessment an interview will be arranged with the course tutor.

This course is ideal if you want to take up a profession or enter Higher Education but have few or no formal qualifications. You will study: • English and study skills • Maths • Economics: micro economic issues such as resource allocation and market structure; macro economic issues that affect the economy as a whole such as unemployment, inflation, balance of payments and government policies • Financial management and accounting: accounting principles and practice and management accounting which aim to introduce a range of cost accounting techniques and procedures used in modern business • Introduction to ICT • Research higher education institutions.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed mainly through course work which includes timed assignments, projects, essays and presentations.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will be required to have some evidence of Level 2 achievement in Literacy and Numeracy, together with enthusiasm and commitment. On receipt of your application you will be invited to attend an information day and a pre-course assessment in Literacy and Numeracy to ensure you are enrolled on the right level of course. After the initial assessment an interview will be arranged with the course tutor.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION HNC/D Business or a degree.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION Access Diploma to Higher Education course.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Access to Higher Education

COURSE CONTENT

179

180

Combined Studies

Healthcare Science

Access to Higher Education Diploma OCNWMR – Level 3

REF: 708

REF: 2871

Access to Higher Education

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

This course is for you if you want to study at a higher level and develop a career in, social work or teaching, or a degree in the areas studied.You will study:

4 modules consisting of 6 or 7 units.

Compulsory modules: • English and study skills • Maths. Plus a minimum of 2 optional modules selected from the following: • English language • English literature • Psychology • Sociology • Social policy • Introductory ICT • Researching higher education institutions.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed in a variety of ways depending on the modules selected. e.g. timed assignment, coursework and projects etc.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will be required to have some evidence of Level 2 achievement in Literacy and Numeracy, and demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the course. On receipt of your application you will be invited to attend an information day and a pre-course assessment in Literacy and Numeracy to ensure you are enrolled on the right level of course. After the initial assessment an interview will be arranged with the course tutor.

DURATION

Compulsory modules: Maths (Level 2 or 3) and English and study skills (Level 2 or 3). To gain the full Access certificate you must pass these 2 core modules and 2 other modules: human biology and healthcare science which includes medical physics, biochemistry, health psychology and diseases.

COURSE ASSESSMENT All modules are assessed internally by assignments, practical work and other assessment opportunities.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be at least 19 years of age and complete an initial assessment and achieve at least a Level 1 in Numeracy and a Level 2 in Literacy. On receipt of your application you will be invited to attend an information day and a pre-course assessment in Literacy and Numeracy to ensure you are enrolled on the right level of course. After the initial assessment an interview will be arranged with the course tutor.

MATERIALS Text books and laboratory coats are loaned to you as needed.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION BA/BSc degree in Healthcare Science at university; nursing; midwifery; O.D.P.; radiography or other health-related degrees or diplomas.

15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION Higher Education.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Science

Access to Higher Education Diploma OCNWMR – Level 3

REF:TBC

REF: 2876

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

This course is designed to give students access to Nursing degrees.

The course will be made up of 4 modules. 2 compulsory modules English/study skills (Level 3) and Mathematics (Level 2). To gain the full Access certificate you must pass these two core modules and a minimum of two module options from your chosen pathway.

Modules include: • Work experience • Biosciences • Health studies • Sociology of health • English • Maths • Study skills.

Module options from the choices below: Biology; Chemistry; Mathematics (Level 3).

COURSE ASSESSMENT All modules are assessed internally by written assignments and practical work.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed via course work, an examination and presentations.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION Nursing degree.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must be at least 19 years of age and complete an initial assessment test and achieve at least Level 1 Numeracy and Level 2 Literacy. On receipt of your application you will be invited to attend an information day and a pre-course assessment in Literacy and Numeracy to ensure you are enrolled on the right level of course. After the initial assessment an interview will be arranged with the course tutor.

MATERIALS Details regarding textbooks will be available from your tutors. When appropriate, textbooks are loaned to Access students. A lab coat is essential for Chemistry and strongly advised for Biology but can be loaned to you. Maths instruments and a calculator are also essential.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION BA/BSc degree at university or a Higher National Diploma.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

181 Access to Higher Education

Nursing

182

Social Work & Social Science

Teacher & Related Careers

Access to Higher Education Diploma OCNWMR – Level 3

REF: 2560

REF: 708

Access to Higher Education

CAMPUS

The Broadway

COURSE CONTENT

This course is suitable for you if you are looking for a career in, for example, social work or teaching. On this course you will study:

This course will help you to develop self-confidence and the academic ability to study at Degree, HND/Dip HE Level in teaching and careers in education. During the course you will study:

Compulsory modules: • English and study skills • Maths. Plus a minimum of 2 optional modules selected from the following: • Psychology • Social policy • Sociology • Introductory ICT • Research higher education institutions.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed in a variety of ways depending on the modules selected e.g. timed assignments, coursework, projects etc.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will be required to have some evidence of Level 2 achievement in Literacy and Numeracy and demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the course. On receipt of your application you will be invited to attend an information day and a pre-course assessment in Literacy and Numeracy to ensure you are enrolled on the right level of course. After the initial assessment an interview will be arranged with the course tutor.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION Social Work Diploma/Degree.

Compulsory modules: • English and study skills • Maths • Education studies. Plus a minimum of 2 optional modules selected from the following: • English language • English literature • Psychology • Social policy • Sociology • Information technology • Introductory ICT • Researching higher education institutions. In addition to the compulsory and option modules, if you do not have a recognised science qualification you are strongly advised to undertake GCSE General Science. (A science qualification is compulsory for all teachers and trainers born after 1979). Also, universities require you to have current experience in a school classroom situation.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed via course work, an examination and presentations.

DURATION 15 hours per week for 1 year.

PROGRESSION Higher Education or Teaching in Further Education.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Rebecca Harris: winner of the Access Award u Access to Higher Education Science Pathway Look at the character traits you would want in a forensic scientist and Rebecca Harris looks like she can tick every one.

It’s all part of a plan Rebecca had mapped out before she started at Dudley College on the Access to Higher Education course. And it’s no surprise to her tutors that she has achieved that aim. Anne Marie Callaghan, the access to higher education co-ordinator at Dudley College, said: “Rebecca is a hard-working and dedicated student who has applied herself fully all year to achieve her goal of a career in forensic science.” Her achievement is all the more impressive as Rebecca has three children aged from four to nine. Anne Marie, who also taught Rebecca, said: “Her hard work has paid off. Her progress is outstanding, through being consistent, meticulous and applying thorough diligence.” “She has great character traits for a forensic scientist and has been a model student.” Rebecca said: “My time at Dudley College has been a really nice experience. I find science really interesting and have wanted to work in forensic science for ages. Now I can’t wait to start my university course.”

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183 Access to Higher Education

Described as hard working, dedicated, consistent and diligent, the 28 year old from Dudley has secured a place at Wolverhampton University to take a degree in forensic science.

Higher Education 184

Aim for more with our Higher National Certificate and diploma courses.

Higher Education

To kickstart the career you’re aspiring for, Dudley College’s academic courses offer a great balance of theoretical and practical learning – ideal if you want to work and study at the same time. Most of our higher education courses are validated by BTEC (Edexcel) or local universities, so you can gain a nationally recognised, modern qualification which is respected by employers. Our well-equipped study zone is the perfect place for you to learn in comfort and peace. If you achieve an HNC/D qualification you can usually progress to the second or third year of a degree, depending on your grades and chosen institution. If you are interested in management or senior technician work, BTEC Higher National Certificates and foundation degrees may provide the bridge you need. If you’d like to take up a higher education course with Dudley College but do not have the necessary entry qualifications, take a look at Access to Higher Education on page 176.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Achievement Ratesâ&#x20AC; Level

Starts

What our students go on to do* Achievement

National Rate

HND 14 91%

n/a

Total 14 91%

n/a

Based on achievement results for 2011/12 students compared to latest published national rate

â&#x20AC;

41% Employment 47% Higher Education * Based on destination data gathered from students completing in 2010/11

185 Higher Education

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Art & Design BTEC Foundation Diploma – Level 3/4 REF: 1339

CAMPUS Dudley Evolve

186

COURSE CONTENT

Higher Education

The Foundation course is a highly creative diagnostic course that is designed to help you develop your individuality and aid your progression primarily, but not exclusively, on to Higher Education courses in Art and Design. You will develop a portfolio of work that is appropriate to your future progression aims and specialise in one of 5 broad ‘Pathway’ areas: • • • • •

Fine Art 3D Studies Fashion and Textiles Visual Communication Photography and Digital Media.

MATERIALS The college will provide basic materials but you will be required to have your own basic kit such as paintbrushes, portfolio and sketchbook.

DURATION 1 year.

Business HND Diploma – Level 5 REF: 55

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

The Broadway

All reading materials for this course are available from the college library. Additional resources may be identified by subject tutors.

COURSE CONTENT The course consists of 8 mandatory and 8 optional modules:

Option modules including: • Internet & e-Business • Managing business activities • Business ethics • Small business enterprise • Human resource management • Personal professional development • Employee relations • Marketing planning

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Successful completion provides eligibility to progress to study on the final year of a number of BA Business related degrees. Alternatively, HND students can progress on to a variety of professional courses such as the Diploma in Management. The HND is also accepted by a number of professional bodies as an entrance qualification; for example it can be used to gain exemptions for the CIPS Foundation course.

To be advised by your tutor.

COURSE ASSESSMENT The course will be assessed by a range of methods: assignments, projects, reports, presentations, case studies, practical exercises, examinations. In order to meet employer needs our courses include practical work which develops and tests the student’s ability to solve problems, both on their own and also by working as members of a team.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You need to hold one of the following Level 3 qualifications: GCE ’A’ Level (grade E minimum) in Business or other relevant subject area. BTEC National Diploma in Business and Finance or equivalent in an appropriate subject area. Mature students with relevant work experience will be considered following a successful interview. Overseas students with IELTS 5.5 minimum and one GCE A Level or equivalent. Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need. You will be contacted and given a date to come in to do your assessment.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Higher Education

Mandatory modules: • Business environment • Managing financial resources and decisions • Organisations and behaviour • Marketing principles • Aspects of contract and negligence for business • Business decision making • Business strategy • Research project.

187

Computing HND – Level 5 REF: 394

188

CAMPUS

MATERIALS

The Broadway

Information will be provided by the course tutor at the beginning of the course or at interview.

COURSE CONTENT You will study the following core modules:

Higher Education

Year 1: • Computer systems • Procedural programming • Website management • Multimedia design & authoring • Database design concepts • Design small office or home office networks • eCommerce skills for business • Web applications development.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION The Higher National Diploma (HND) is often accepted as the first two years of a degree and students with suitable grades may use this HND to gain access to the final year of a degree programme.

Year 2: • Digital image creation • Computer games • lan technologies • Internet server management • Java programming • Data analysis and design • Project • Employability and professional development.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed through continual on-course assessment using a variety of formats including formal assignments, tutorial exercises, presentations and module end tests.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have GCSE in English and Mathematics Grade C or equivalent together with ONE of the following qualifications: 1 GCE A level plus at least 2 other GCSE passes OR BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in Computer Studies or equivalent in an appropriate subject area. Access course – a pass with 8 Level 3 Credits in an appropriate subject area. If you have relevant work experience you may be accepted, subject to a satisfactory interview, at the discretion of the college. Overseas students with IELTS 5.5 minimum together with Maths grade C or equivalent plus a Level 3 qualification. Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an initial assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need. You will be contacted and given a date to come in to do your assessment.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Engineering

Fashion & Textiles

Mechanical or Electrical and Electronic

BTEC HND – Level 5

REF: 1479

CAMPUS

REF: 1221

Dudley Evolve

COURSE CONTENT

The Broadway

This course offers you a balance between design, creative exploration and the development of technical skills across fashion and textiles. It covers a wide range of specialist skills from Fashion and Textile design, creative research and development, observational, technical and life drawing, fashion illustration, concept building, trend forecasting, customer and market profiling, range planning, pattern cutting, garment and accessory production techniques, printed and constructed textiles, fashion industry and business studies, cultural and supporting contextual studies, visual communication styles and techniques, colour exploration, fabric and fibre knowledge and computer aided design.

COURSE CONTENT This course will prepare you for senior roles in industry and/or lead on to a degree level programme of study. During this course you will study from the following modules depending on pathway chosen: Mandatory units: • Analytical techniques • Engineering science • Engineering design • Project • Business and management techniques • Mechanical principles. Optional units: • Computer aided machining • Design for manufacture • Quality assurance and management • Materials engineering • Programmable logic control (PLC) • Computer Aided Design/Manufacture (CAD/CAM) • Electronics • Mechatronics • Manufacturing processes • Combinational and sequential logic • SPC hydraulics and pneumatics • Project management • Health and Safety. Other options available subject to demand.

COURSE ASSESSMENT You will be assessed through a range of assignments and end tests.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You need to hold one of the following qualifications in the relevant subject area: BTEC National Certificate/Diploma OR A Level Maths, Physics or Technology OR Access to HE in Engineering or Science OR appropriate C&G qualifications.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION This HND is often accepted as the first two years of a degree and if you have suitable grades you may use them to gain access to the final year of a degree programme.

During this course you will have the opportunity to create your own textile pieces and fashion collections and have the chance to see your work come to life during fashion show productions. Core studies include: • Fashion and textile design • Fashion illustration • Textiles techniques and processes • Pattern cutting and drafting • Garment construction • Professional development and contextual studies.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need a portfolio of work plus one of the following qualifications: BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design OR one A Level at grade A – C which should be art-based OR Foundation in Art & Design OR Access to HE in Art/Design OR equivalent experience. Applications from those with alternative qualifications or experience are welcome. Portfolios of work will be essential.

MATERIALS All reading materials, specialist books, magazines and trend periodicals for this course are available from the college library or the fashion and textiles studios. Students have access to all relevant machinery, up to date equipment, the internet and a virtual learning environment which students can access course materials from outside the college.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION This HND is often accepted as the first two years of a degree and if you have suitable grades you may use them to gain access to the final year of a degree programme. For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Musical Theatre Foundation Degree (In partnership with University of Wolverhampton) REF: 3590

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COURSE CONTENT This degree course will provide you with practical skills that can be transferred to working in the performing arts industry. In addition, you are taught business and arts management skills in order to create your own performance opportunities.You will also study techniques in dance, vocal studies and drama and combine all three to perform musical theatre material. Modules include: • Contextual studies in musical theatre • Performance skills • Musical theatre skills and development • Professional production work placement • Entrepreneurship in the performing arts industry • Performance repertoire.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Each module contains two assessments, both practical and academic. Modules are worth 20 credits each and 120 credits must be achieved in each academic year in order to apply for a BA (Hons) Degree top up course.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • 100 UCAS points • Candidates will be expected to attend an interview and an audition in all three art forms • Candidates with relevant experience and no formal qualifications will be considered and must be interviewed and auditioned. APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE MADE THROUGH THE UCAS SYSTEM.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Graduates will be offered the opportunity to apply for a third year of study to transfer the Foundation Degree to a BA (Hons) Degree in Musical Theatre. Graduates may also wish to seek work or create their own business opportunities in the Performing Arts Industry.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Public Services BTEC HNC/D – Level 4/5 REF: 3675

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Public Services A GCE Advanced Level profile which demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or an adequate performance in more than one GCE subject. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at A* – C.

COURSE CONTENT Mandatory core units – all seven units must be taken: • Small-scale research projects in public services • Organisations and behaviour • Fair treatment in public services • Managing public sector finance • Government, decision-making and the public services • Research project • Personal and professional development. Specialist units to be determined by tutor: • Psychology of human and criminal behaviour • Sociological aspects of the public services in contemporary society • Human resources in the public services • Managing stress in public services • Health and safety management in public services • The global environment • Justice and punishment • Crime reduction and community safety • Technology and public services • Emergency planning and the public services • Public service activity management • Personal outdoor skills • Public services heritage management • Employability skills • Project design, implementation and evaluation • Work-based experience.

• Other related Level 3 qualifications • An Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution • Related work experience.

MATERIALS • • • •

Stationery Travel Residential activities Dress code if desired.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Entry into the Uniformed Services. Fast track promotion within the Police. Officer Entrant in the Armed Forces. University to complete a full degree.

The Edexcel BTEC Level 5 HND programme must contain a minimum of 125 credits at Level 5.

COURSE ASSESSMENT Through a portfolio of evidence which includes: • Written reports • Verbal and PowerPoint presentations • Discussions and debate • Web based assessment • Practical application and performance • Photographic evidence • Witness testimony • Access to prior learning.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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Sport & Exercise Science HND Level 5 REF: 3761

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Classes are a combination of formal lectures, discussion, group work, tutorials and practical workshops. Throughout the student is encouraged to undertake independent reading/research to supplement and consolidate what has been taught/learned and to broaden their understanding of the subject. Students will develop a knowledge and understanding in the following areas: Mandatory Modules: • Anatomy for sports and exercise science • Sports psychology • Research methods for sports sciences • Biomechanics for sports sciences • Research project (*Higher weighted unit) • Training and fitness for sports science. Optional Modules include: • Nutrition for sport and exercise • Field based testing for sport • To develop and enhance lifelong learning skills • Physical activity, health and wellbeing • Work-based experience • Injury prevention and treatment in sport and exercise • Sports coaching • Analysis for sport • Skill acquisition • Biochemistry for exercise.

The variety of assessment methods used are designed to place emphasis on the student’s ability to demonstrate the following cognitive skills: • • • •

Reason critically Identify and solve problems Analyse and interpret Application of theoretical concepts.

The student is required to demonstrate these skills a number of times throughout the programme either individually or collectively. Students need to be aware that the development of these skills will be beneficial in terms of achieving merit and distinction grades in other modules studied.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You need to hold one of the following Level 3 qualifications: GCE A level (grade E minimum) in Sport or other relevant subject area. BTEC National Diploma in Sport or equivalent in an appropriate subject area. Prior to enrolment on this course, you will need to have an Initial Assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy. This will ensure that you are enrolled on the right level of course to succeed and help us to identify and provide any support that you might need. You will be contacted and given a date to come in to do your assessment.

MATERIALS You will be required to wear sports kit for practical elements of this course.

A variety of teaching methods, are included, aimed at developing the student’s cognitive skills, particularly discussions and group work. Many group exercises involve problem solving techniques and the application of theoretical work covered in formal lectures.

DURATION

*Optional modules subject to change.

You will be given advice on how to top up to a full degree qualification.You will be offered support in progression into employment should that be the route you choose.

COURSE ASSESSMENT

2 years.

PROGRESSION

Testing the student’s knowledge together with the application of that knowledge is through a combination of assessment methods, including essays and reports, presentations, tutorial exercises and group work. Some practical is included as specified in some units and help the student develop kinaesthetic skills. Students are encouraged to develop a range of transferable skills including: • • • • • •

Self-management and development Manage group dynamics and team work Communicate and present to different audiences Manage tasks and solve problems Numeracy and Literacy skills Apply design and creativity.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

Travel & Tourism Management HND Level 5 REF: 3815

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CAMPUS Dudley Evolve The course will consist of 16 units taken from: • The travel and tourism sector • Finance and funding in the travel and tourism sector • The developing manager • Research project • Marketing in travel and tourism • Contemporary issues in travel and tourism • Sustainable tourism development • Legislation and ethics in the travel and tourism sector • Tourist destinations • Business health check • Travel and tourism entrepreneurs • Hospitality provision in the travel and tourism sector • Special interest tourism • Tour operations management • Resort management • Passenger transport operations • Work-based experience • Human resource management for service industries • Heritage and cultural tourism management • Visitor attraction management • Incoming and domestic tourism • Public relations and promotions in travel and tourism • Personal and professional development • Employability skills. The exact choice of units on offer will be discussed at interview.

COURSE ASSESSMENT The assessment is by coursework.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A level 3 qualification in Travel and Tourism together with level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics.

MATERIALS Students will need to supply appropriate clothing.

DURATION 2 years.

PROGRESSION Progression into a management role in the industry or a top-up degree in a related subject.

For further information log on to www.dudleycol.ac.uk or call the course hotline on 01384 363 363

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weather conditions; severe damage to buildings or equipment; and any circumstances which may affect the Health and Safety of staff or students. In such circumstances, the college reserves the right to withdraw any course or service without notice. In the event that you enrol on a course and it becomes apparent that you are not suited to that course (based on initial assessment, quality of course work submitted or other relevant criteria) the college reserves the right to transfer you to a more appropriate, alternative course or, if there are no suitable alternatives, to withdraw your place. Similarly, progress from one stage of a programme to the next stage (e.g. Level 2 to Level 3) is subject to satisfactory academic progress and conduct. Enrolment on all courses is on a first come first serve basis. Dudley College supports the legislation which bans smoking in public places. Smoking therefore is not allowed in any college buildings or on any colleges premises or grounds, except for designated areas. * Some exceptions apply e.g. asylum seekers.

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