New College Bradford - Thinking Ahead

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THINKING AHEAD Bradford’s first sixth form college

ADVANTAGES OF EDUCATION A SIXTH FORM ADVANTAGES COLLEGE A sixth form college is a half-way point between school and university, or full time employment. Some of the benefits of studying at a sixth form college are:

EMPLOYMENT PROSPECTS

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HIGHER EARNING POTENTIAL

ACCESS TO UNIVERSITY

THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE

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STUDYING THE SUBJECTS OF YOUR CHOICE

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Getting good GCSEs #2

Post-16 Education #3

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WHY NEW NEW COLLEGE? COLLEGE THE LEARNER EXPERIENCE • • • • •

Highly qualified and enthusiastic teachers with expertise and specialist post-16 subject knowledge An inclusive, young adult atmosphere where everyone is valued and respected A team of Progress Tutors who provide friendly and professional guidance from your first application interview to the exam results day and at every point in between Expert careers advice, whether that be helping you with your UCAS application or applying for jobs and apprenticeships at the end of your course An extensive enrichment programme with music, dance, drama, a college theatrical production, sport and student clubs

BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES

A fantastic modern campus featuring: • A brand new, purpose built post-16 facility • Set right in the heart of Bradford city centre • State of the art science labs, performing arts studios and visual arts facilities.

• Open access computer suites • Safe, secure student study and social spaces

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A track record of outstanding examination results and progression Many of our students progress to university, an apprenticeship or career upon completing their courses.

Over 50% of our students achieve high grades at A-Level and over 80% at BTEC. The trust’s mission is to promote a culture of aspiration, excellence and enjoyment across our family of colleges.

ACCESSIBILITY • • •

Located just a 5 minute walk from Bradford Interchange Fantastic transport links for the whole of the Bradford region and beyond Easily accessible from Bradford Forster Square and the ring road

SUPPORT • • • •

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NEW COLLABORATIVE LEARNING TRUST

Dedicated team of Progress Tutors to help you in all aspects of college life and maintain an overview of your performance A study support team giving you individual help with your studies, whatever your target grade Our Excellence Academy, helping our gifted & able students compete with students from across the country to get into the most competitive universities Distinctive wrap-around pastoral care

ENRICHMENT

An extensive range of activities that could include: • Sports teams • Music • Dance • Drama • College theatrical production • Duke of Edinburgh award • World Expedition • Student led clubs & societies

PLUS MANY MANY MORE

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COURSES COURSE LIST ACADEMIC A-Level Accounting Art Biology Business Chemistry Computer Science Drama Economics English Language and Literature English Literature Film Studies French Geography Geology Government & Politics Graphic Design History Law Maths Further Maths Media Music Photography PE Physics Psychology RS Sociology Spanish Urdu

ACADEMIC - OTHER Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Core Maths

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Applied GENRAL CAMBRIDGE TECHNICALS Extended Certificate in Engineering

Applied BTEC Art & Design Business Childcare Creative Digital Media Criminology Digital Games Engineering Health & Social Care ICT Law Music Performing Arts Photography Print Based Media Production (Journalism) Public Services Science Sport

LEVEL 2 BTEC Business Childcare Creative Digital Media Engineering ICT Photography Science *Our curriculum offer is subject to change

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Attend one of our open events.

These are strongly recommended, and you’re welcome to bring the family.

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pply online using UCAS Progress, A the College website or by paper application form.

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Attend an interview where you will be hopefully offered a conditional place. We will write to you with all the details in advance.

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Attend our Induction Day (after GCSE exams) where you can sample lessons from the subjects you have chosen.

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Bring proof of your qualifications to Enrolment Day and become an official New College student.

Please check our website for open event dates.

Stephen Thomson

Hull York Medical School Biology A* • Chemistry A* • Geography A • Maths A “A supportive environment that has helped me excel.”

Maram Nabahin

Manchester University Chemistry A • Biology A • Maths A •Economics A* “Great time, great fun, great friends. Happy with my grades.”

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New Collaborative Learning Trust Park Lane, Pontefract West Yorkshire, wf8 4Qr Tel: 01977 702139 Email: enquiries@ncbradford.ac.uk Web: www.ncbradford.ac.uk

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