Nescot College, Ewell near Epsom. Full Time FE Prospectus for School Leavers in 2024

Welcome to our school leavers’ prospectus for 2024-25. On these pages you will read about what makes Nescot such a special college, as well as finding out more about our range of courses, the skills they will equip you with and the careers they help prepare you for.

I’m delighted you’re thinking of studying here, and would love to see you at one of our open events this year. These are the ideal way to get a feel of our campus and meet tutors and current students.

You can be assured that from your first step into Nescot, our team will ensure you get the right advice and guidance when you apply, the best possible education and training while you are here, and leave with the qualifications and skills to achieve your ambitions. Outside of the classroom, our dedicated and passionate team of support staff provide a range of services and out-of-class activities to ensure you get the most from both your course and the college.

Julie Kapsalis CEO and Principal

Open Events

Wednesday 27 September 2023 4.30pm - 7.30pm

Saturday 14 October 2023 10am - 1pm

Wednesday 22 November 2023 4.30pm - 7.30pm

Saturday 27 January 2024 10am - 1pm

Wednesday 21 February 2024 4.30pm - 7.30pm

Wednesday 22 May 2024 4.30pm - 7.30pm

Why Nescot?

Get career ready

You’ll be taught in practical lessons by tutors with specialist industry knowledge and experience.

Great facilities

We have a learning resources centre, Starbucks coffee lounge, hair and beauty salon, cafés, gym and new Institute of Technology, see page 4. We have invested over £50m in our campus in recent years.

Easy to get to

Within 5 minute walk of Ewell East and 20 minutes of Ewell West stations. We have a very large free car park and secure bike storage.

Plenty of support

We have specialist staff to support your studies, offering help including: student finance; learning support; course and careers guidance; counselling and wellbeing. Full-time students will also have tutorial sessions and support from Personal Development Coaches.

Great reputation

Nescot has been providing education and training for the people of Surrey, London and the wider region for 70 years and we were rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in January this year.

Skills competitions

Students on some courses have the opportunity to take part in regional, national and international competitions, including WorldSkills.

Trips and enrichment activities

We have clubs, societies, and activities, and many of our courses involve trips in the UK and abroad.

Employer relations

We work closely with many employers so that you can be sure our teaching is up to speed with industry. We’re also ideally connected to get you work experience.

Progress your education

We offer a range of higher education courses at Nescot or, like many of our Level 3 students last year, you could be offered a place at a university.

Be treated like an adult

You’ll be in a college not a school, we’ll treat you accordingly. We support you to take responsibility for your learning.

Facilities at Nescot?

When studying at Nescot you’ll have access to a range of great facilities. You will find specialist learning spaces for every subject – including trade workshops, salons, theatres, studios, networking rooms and even a sensory room.

Whatever you study you’ll be able to take advantage of:

Hair and beauty salons (professional and training)*

Our on-site gym, sports hall, grass pitches and playing areas*

Our on-site Osteopathy and Sports Therapy clinics*

Our Starbucks@The Undercroft café and refectory*

Our on-site nursery, Nestots, rated Good by Ofsted in 2023*

Copying and printing services*

Multi-faith room

Large free car park and bike storage

Football academycoached by Jack Johnson, Academy coach and scout at Fulham FC*

E-Learning - Not all learning takes place in the classroom. Your teachers will provide you with a range of online resources, available 24/7 from home or elsewhere. Nescot students can also access a range of free additional online courses

*Charges apply, student discount available to certain services.

Learning Resources Centre

The Learning Resources Centre (LRC) offers a wide range of printed books and journals, DVDs, e-books, e-journals and other online resources including video streaming, in bright and open surroundings. There are more than 100 PCs and laptops available, with access to printers and photocopiers.

Institute of Technology

Nescot is a centre for the Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology (IoT). At Nescot, the IoT includes a new, stateof-the-art computing zone, featuring labs for robotics, cyber security and artificial intelligence. See Page 13 for more details.

Supporting you?

During your first few weeks as a student at Nescot, you and your tutor will agree challenging but achievable targets tailored to your career aspirations. We’ll monitor these targets carefully, and share your progress with your parents or carers. You will be expected to work hard and push yourself, but we have lots of specialist staff who can support you if needed.

What if I need extra help?

While we do our best to ensure every learner is enrolled on the right course to meet their needs and goals, we know that for many reasons life can sometimes become complicated and difficult.

As a student at Nescot College, you will have access to wide-ranging expert support. All these services are available to you free of charge and are easily accessed on campus through your tutor. If you have any questions, call the Admissions team

on 020 8394 3038 or email adviceteam@nescot.ac.uk, and they’ll be happy to help.

Students can access the following specialist teams:

Learning support, who assist students with additional learning needs

Student finance, who can give information about financial support such as grants and bursaries

Admissions, who can help with course information and application processes.

Careers team who can help with impartial careers advice.

College nurse

Safeguarding and wellbeing team, who offer a range of support in order to help you achieve your full personal and academic potential. The team includes: Designated Safeguarding Leads, Wellbeing Mentors, Counsellors and Mental Health Practitioner, and Personal Development Coaches.

Working with employers

At Nescot, we focus on getting you ready for your career, not just getting you through your exams. You can expect specialist knowledge from your subject team, as well as advice on applying for jobs, university or apprenticeships.

Specialist knowledge

We work closely with employers on designing our courses and facilities, so that you can be sure you leave Nescot ready for your next step. We design assignments and projects on what you’d be doing at work, and you’ll be taught by industry experts, who have already worked in the industry you’re aiming for, and they’ll be happy to help you learn from their experience.

Ready for your career

Our tutorial programme focuses on what you need for your next step. This includes workshops on getting your CV ready, preparing for interviews, help with work skills like time management and teamwork, and assistance applying to university. As a part of the Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology (IoT), Nescot is developing links with employers across the region, extending opportunities for progression in new technologies.

Work experience

Work experience is a great opportunity for you to put your learning into practice while gaining knowledge about a job or area of work. Work placements can support you with deciding your future career choices or study options and might lead to an apprenticeship or full-time work. Work experience can also help demonstrate how you developed your employability and vocational skills on your CV, helping you to stand out from the crowd. A placement can be as little as one week (short work experience) or up to about 45 days (industry placements) depending on the course you are studying. You will be given more information about the dates and hours required for your course during your first weeks of study.

For more detailed information visit our website nescot.ac.uk or contact the Work Experience and Industry Placement Team: 020 8394 3325

wex@nescot.ac.uk

National Careers Service

We also work with the National Careers Service for adults, which gives advice on careers, skills and the labour market. You can book an appointment by calling NCS directly on 0800 100 900

Free careers advice?

Nescot will support you to become career-ready. We are the lead college in the Coast to Capital regional careers hub and have a wealth of information and resources to help you research and plan your future career. We understand that planning your career can be daunting. We have lots of different ways of helping you to work out which career would suit you best, and how to get the qualifications and experience you need.

Whether you’re thinking about full-time courses, apprenticeships or universitylevel study, we can help.

Careers Advisors

We have qualified careers advisors who can give you impartial advice on your options.

For a free one-to-one session, just call the team on 020 8394 3138. ap

Grofar

We are introducing the online careers and work experience platform ‘Grofar’, to help students and parents/ carers understand the options available.

Choosing your study programme?

Each full-time student will have their own study programme designed. We’ll start with your full-time course, and we’ll talk to you about what you’ve already achieved and what we think will help you progress towards your future career.

If you don’t already have a grade 4 (grade C) or above at GCSE English and maths then these subjects or Functional Skills will be added to your study programme. Your study programme may also include a work experience placement, an extended project, and

workshops to help you search and apply for jobs.

Study programmes include at least 540 hours spread across the academic year.

All parts of it are compulsory.

Choosing your course

The pages in this prospectus will give you an overview of the courses we offer. You can find out more online, but if you have any questions you’re very welcome to call our friendly Admissions team for a chat on 020 8394 3038.

The team are Matrixaccredited, which means they give expert and impartial information on your career. They will also be happy to answer any questions you have about choosing the appropriate course level, and whether to study full-time or seek an apprenticeship.

Entry requirements and options

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Entry Requirements

80 UCAS points, for example (Merit, Pass, Pass).

Aged 18+.

Options

Higher Education at University or Nescot Higher Apprenticeship

Entry Requirements

16-19 years old: 4 GCSEs at Grades 4-5, including one in maths and English, or Merit at Level 2 Diploma or equivalent. Some courses may require different grades.

Options

Further Education T-Levels Employment with training Apprenticeship

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, although some courses may require different grades according to the course area. For more details see course pages. We will ensure you understand entry qualifications for the course you wish to join at interview and enrolment stages.

Options

Further Education Apprenticeship Employment with training

Entry Requirements

Construction: 2 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above (incl. maths & English).

Beauty, Hair and Catering: 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above and Initial Assessment (at interview)

Other subjects: 2 GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, or similar.

Options

Further Education

Entry Requirements

• An advisory interview and an assessment

Options Foundation Learning courses

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T-Levels

school leavers.

Nescot is proud to be offering T-Level qualifications in our specialist areas including Health Science, Childcare, Construction and Digital.

What are T-Levels?

New Level 3 courses equivalent to A-Levels with work placement

T Levels are new two-year courses for school leavers, at Level 3 (A-Level equivalent). T levels combine classroom learning and hands on experience with about 45 days of placement work, with a focus on practical and technical skill development to prepare students for a career in their chosen sector.

T-Level courses include:

A technical qualification with core theory, concepts and skills

Specialist skills and knowledge for a career in the relevant industry / sector.

A substantial work placement in the industry with an employer

At the end of the two-year course, students will receive an overall grade (Pass, Merit, Distinction, Distinction*). The T-Level also carries a grade for the core component and occupational specialism. The T-Level has the potential for you to earn UCAS points equivalent to taking three A-Levels.

T-Levels

Put skills and knowledge into practice in the real world

Level 3

Digital Support Services

Childcare & Education

Health: Adult Nursing

Building Services

(Plumbing & Electrical)

Entry Requirements: English and Maths at GCSE Grade 4 or above are required. You will need a Grade 4 or above in three other subjects, relevant to your course choice. Applicants will have an interview at which they will show a strong interest and commitment to study in the sector.

Progression

After completing a T-Level your options may include:

Skilled employment as you will have gained in-depth skills from the technical work in the T-Level.

Higher-level training or apprenticeships with the new Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology

Higher level technical study including university

45 days of work placement

Ambulance Care Assistant

Care Worker

Emergency Care Assistant

Healthcare Assistant

IT Security Co-ordinator

IT Support Technician

Nurse

Palliative Care Assistant

Institute of Technology

Nescot is proud to be a centre for the Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology, which is enhancing higher-level skills training across the region. Together with partner colleges, universities and employers, we are leaders in the provision of high quality, higher level technical education and training across a range of STEM occupations and industries.

At Nescot, the IoT hosts a state-of-the-art computing zone, including labs for robotics, cyber security and artificial intelligence. Students will benefit from enhanced progression opportunities and links to employers in many sectors.

The IoT provides progression opportunities into apprenticeships and higher level study in:

Engineering & Manufacturing Technologies

Digital Technologies

Construction, Planning & The Built Environment

Sustainable Technologies & Practices

To find out more see www.sussexsurreyiot.ac.uk

Animal Studies

daunting. We pride ourselves on providing our students with a warm, supportive but challenging environment in which anything is possible. We use a wide range of teaching and learning methods because we know that students are as diverse as the animal kingdom!

What You Can Expect

“So far this year we’ve learnt about British wildlife, biology, and legislation”

Large animal care unit set in 12 acres of pleasant and attractive grounds, accommodating numerous species.

Our lecturers are highly experienced in teaching, assessing and animal management.

Evolving curriculum to meet the changing requirements of the animal industry.

Our course provision spans from Level 1 through to Level 6.

All students complete a work placement with an animal organisation such as Deen City Farm, London Zoo or Heathrow Animal Reception Centre.

While the courses are both physically and mentally challenging, this is a friendly, welcoming place to learn and you will find yourself growing in maturity and confidence throughout your time here.

The courses we teach attract people with many different career aims, from potential veterinary nurses and zoo keepers to stock managers and conservationists.

There is a wide range of animals on the unit, which means we get amazing opportunities as students. The teachers all have different backgrounds, so we can learn different things from all of them. We’ve been talking about sustainability in our lessons, and we’re helping the staff to make small changes on the unit to make it even more sustainable.

Animal Studies Qualifications

Level 1

Landbased Studies

Entry Requirements:

GCSE English and maths at grade 2, or Functional Skills English and maths at Entry Level 3.

Course Code: N5003

Level 1.5

Animal Studies

Progression Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Entry to this course is by discussion with the course team. See website for more details.

Course Code: N5800

Level 2

Animal Care

Entry Requirements:

GCSE 3/4 grade profile in maths and English as well as GCSE Science grade 3.

Course Code: N5403

Level 3

Animal Management

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Science, English and maths.

Course Code: N5404

For full course details visit our website.

University-Level Progression at Nescot Level 5

Foundation Degree in Animal Welfare & Management

Level 6

BSc (Hons) Animal Management and Current Conservation (Top-Up)

Through your learning in both practical and classroom sessions you will gain the skills and know-how to work in a range of roles in the animal care sector, and progress to higher education. You studies will develop contextual skills including:

Day-to-day animal care

Understanding animal behaviour

Customer service

Team working

Professional standards in animal care

Flexibility and working in a ‘round-the-clock’ industry

Organisational Skills

Admin Skills

Work stamina and productivity

Budget awareness and management

Kitty

Student Success

Our students have gone on to universities including:

Aberystwyth (Herpetology), Surrey (Veterinary Biosciences and Veterinary Medicine), Roehampton (Zoology) and Lincoln (Animal Behaviour), Nescot (Higher Education)

Or directly into employment in:

Veterinary surgeries, zoo conservation projects, animal behavioural training and many other areas

Some students have set up their own businesses, such as:

Dog walking, dog grooming and birds of prey education

I finished my Level 3 qualification with a triple distinction-star profile, which I was really proud of, and then I progressed to the Foundation Degree. We get a lot of practical experience on the Animal Care Unit, and you get more responsibility as your knowledge and experience increases. One of the most

interesting experiences was helping out with lambing. We stayed overnight to help, including weighing the lambs and supporting the ewes.

Catteries

City farms

Conservation

Dog groomer

Kennels

Pet shops

Quarantine work

Rescue centres

Stables

Teaching

Uniformed services

Veterinary nurse

Zoos

Michaela

Art & Digital Design

concludes in a specialism as students develop and expand their knowledge and skill set.

What You Can Expect

A focus on skills development across the different academic levels.

Enriching the curriculum through unique educational experiences:

We prepare our young people for progression into the Creative Industries by delivering an engaging and inspiring experience.

Students will curate and present their work in public exhibitions each term and develop a professional portfolio as a key aspect of their creative development. Our students develop into autonomous young practioners through the completion of a range of engaging and relevant projects such as fine art, fashion and textiles, digital design, illustration, printmaking and concept art.

Establishing and evolving links to industry, ensuring impact is felt at student level.

Knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff embed their industry-experience across a range of programmes.

Exploring some of the most inspiring galleries in London. International and domestic trips inform student projects. Well informed guest speakers from a variety of specialists who celebrate the diverse nature of the creative industries.

Creating a learning environment that is safe and inclusive, allowing Art and Digital Art students to be both reflective and ambitious.

An array of industry-standard facilities that empower learner productions such as our large studios and media labs.

Expert staff support students’ journey to their chosen progression destination.

My favourite project was working as a group on a digital design project. It was hard, but I learnt a lot and I got a good outcome. Some of the group members created characters, and I created a vehicle design. I really had to push myself, but the teachers helped me a lot. We were encouraged to research thoroughly and to work as a team, and that is good experience for university and for my career.

Art & Digital Design Qualifications

Level 1

Art & Design Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 2 or above. No Art & Design GCSE necessary.

Course Code: N5606

Level 2

Art & Design UAL Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above.

Course Code: N5582

Level 3

Art & Design

Extended Diploma

Lewis

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above - including English, Art & Design or an Art related subject

Course Code: N5583

Digital Design

Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and preferably an Art & Design related subject.

Course Code: N5787

For full course details visit our website.

University-Level Progression at Nescot Level 4

Foundation Diploma in Art & Digital Design

Students work on project briefs reflecting the ‘real life’ practices and standards of arts industries. The industryfocused skills you will develop include:

Idea conception

Understanding your audience

Constructive criticism

Collaboration

Portfolio development

Passion and selfmotivation

Digital and technical skills

Flexibility and working to deadlines

Student Success

Our students have gone on to universities including: Oxford University, London College of Fashion, UALChelsea College of Arts, UAL - Camberwell College of Arts, UAL - Wimbledon College of Arts, London College of Communication, University of Brighton, University for the Creative Arts and Central Saint Martins.

Graphic Designer

Illustrator

Interior Designer

Model maker

Product Designer

Prop Maker

UX/UI Designer

Visual merchandiser

We do a Final Major Project at the end of each year, and it’s a really good experience. You have a set brief, but then within that you have total freedom to do whatever you want. There’s a strong emphasis on research and development. In the first year we learnt the basics and got a really good foundation, and then we developed from there. For example, we learnt about sculpturing by using modelling clay before we did it digitally.

Sam

3D Modeller

Advertising and marketing communications

Animator Architect

Ceramic Artist

Concept Artist

Costume Designer Fashion Designer

Fine Artist

Beauty Therapy

within the industry. Our students develop the highest standards enabling them to stand out from other applicants when applying for jobs. In 2022 three students from the Hair and Beauty department qualified for the Worldskills UK finals and the College hosted the regional heats in 2023.

What You Can Expect

“The equipment and products we have access to is amazing”

Three training academy salons, equipped with 20 couches in each.

The opportunity to gain additional qualifications such as spray tanning, eyelash extensions and ear piercing.

Train with high-end products such as Revolution, Charlotte Tilbury, Mii cosmetics, Kryolan and Eve Taylor face and body aromatherapy skincare.

The best thing about the course is definitely the teachers, and I really feel that they’re preparing us for working in the industry. There’s a strong focus on health and safety and customer service, as well as a lot of attention to detail, and I think that’s what employers are looking for.

Beauty Therapy Qualifications

Level 2

Beauty Therapy Diploma

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade 4, including English, and 1 GCSE at grade 3.

Course Code: N4356

Jade

Level 3

Beauty Therapy Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 in Beauty (either technical or merits at VRQ or equivalent) plus English.

Course Code: N4357

“We get to have lots of practice on real clients”

For full course details visit our website.

Students are trained to deliver beauty treatments to the high standards expected in professional settings. The skills you will learn as you progress through your practical and classroom learning include:

Anatomy & physiology

Customer service

Communication

Digital skills

Keeping to time

Portfolio development

Self-management

Numeracy

Health & safety

Student Success

Our students have gone on to employment wtih:

The Beauty Boutique (Banstead), Skyrah beauty (Epsom),

The May Tree (Carshalton), The Rose Spa (Worcester Park), and Precious Moments Beauty Salon (Coulsdon) and self-employment.

Some students have set up their own businesses, such as:

Beauty Be Mine (Worcester Park) - established by a former Nescot student who has opened her own business and gone on to hire Nescot students.

I’ve always been interested in beauty therapy, and when I visited Nescot for an open evening the facilities were much better than any others I had seen. This year we’ve been doing treatments like manicures, pedicures, facials and waxing, and next year we move on to the electrical treatments. We get to have lots of practice on real clients, and that feedback helps you to improve. I’d like to have my own salon one day.

Beauty therapist

Cosmetics retail

Cruise ship salons

Facial treatments

Fashion

Hair and beauty sales

Brand trainer

Image consultant

Make-up artist

Massage therapist

Nail technician

Receptionist

Salon manager

Spa manager

Television, film and theatre

Angel

Brickwork

the ranks to become site supervisors, run their own businesses or lead big housing projects.

What You Can Expect

“People always need bricklayers, and it is a really good foundation for other trades”

Bricklaying isn’t all just about bricks and mortar. Before you begin building something you’ll need to know the best way to go about it. At Nescot we develop your ability to analyse, problem solve and make the correct decisions

to get the job done right first time.

More than 70,000 bricklayers are employed in the UK. (Construction Skills Network)

I chose Nescot because the facilities were so much better than anywhere else, and everyone I spoke to said it was the best college. I’m planning on doing my Level 2 here next year and then working on-site, and eventually I’d like to be a site manager.

Brickwork Qualifications

Level 1

Construction Multi-Skills Diploma

Entry Requirements:

At least 2 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.

Course Code: N2034

Bricklaying Diploma

Entry Requirements:

2 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.

Course Code: N2002

Level 2

Bricklaying Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 Diploma in Brickwork plus English and maths.

Course Code: N2201

For full course details visit our website.

Our construction students benefit from being part of a broad department and will learn about working with a range of professionals in the construction industry. Alongside the specific skills of your subject area you will learn transferable skills that will support you through your career including:

Health and safety

Communication and teamworking

Construction terminology

Organisational skills and planning

Numeracy and literacy

Sustainability

Professionalism and self-development

Problem solving

Kelsey

“The facilities at Nescot are great – they’ve made the construction area like a building site, to prepare you”

When we’re learning a new technique the teacher shows us how to do it, and then we work independently from a plan. The teachers come and check your work and guide you if you need any help. You get more responsibility than school so you feel more confident in your own skills, but the teachers are really quick to help you if you need anything.

Albert

Building supplies

Project Co-ordinator

Start your own business

Site Manager

Site Supervisor

Stonemason

Work for a small or large construction business

Bricklayer Builder

Carpentry & Joinery

commercial properties to building sites. Skilled carpentry is crucial to new builds, restoring and recreating historical buildings and providing timber elements of complex concrete supports.

What You Can Expect

“The facilities at Nescot are great – we have everything we could ask for”

At Nescot, you will learn from tutors with specialisms ranging from restoration work with organisations like the National Trust to working with architects on cuttingedge new builds. You will learn from experts in joinery, shuttering and moulding, and site supervisors on

large refurbishments and new estates.

The UK construction industry will need around 260,000 wood trades and interior fit-out occupations by 2023 (Construction Skills Network research - LMI).

You get a lot more responsibility at Nescot, and I like that. It’s not like school – there’s a mutual respect, and you’re treated like an adult. The teachers are always there when you have questions or you don’t understand something, and they push everyone to the best of their ability.

Carpentry Qualifications

Level 1

Construction Multi-Skills Diploma

Entry Requirements:

At least 2 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.

Course Code: N2034

Carpentry & Joinery Diploma

Entry Requirements:

2 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.

Course Code: N2004

Level 2

Site Carpentry Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery plus English and maths.

Course Code: N2200

Apprenticeships

Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship

Course Code: N8805

For full course details visit our website.

Our Construction students benefit from being part of a broad department and will learn about working with a range of professionals in the construction industry. Alongside the specific skills of your subject area you will learn transferable skills that will support you through your career including:

Health and safety

Communication and teamworking

Construction terminology

Organisational skills and planning

Numeracy and literacy

Sustainability

Professionalism and self-development

Problem solving

Albey

Student Success

Our students work on real projects, from making planters for the annual Banstead Village in Bloom competition to play items for children in our on-site nursery, Nestots. Students tell us it’s rewarding to use their new skills for genuine jobs.

I was planning to do A-Levels, but I wanted to learn something new. I had never picked up a power tool before, so this year has been a steep learning curve, but the teachers are really good. We learnt about different joins at first, and then we worked on bigger projects, like a roof. I definitely want to stay at Nescot, so I’ll do my Level 2 next year.

Cabinet making

Finishing carpentry

Joinery shop

Maintenance carpentry

Roofing

Site carpentry

Start your own business

Timber yard worker

Work for a small or large construction business

George

Catering & Hospitality

the career for you. We have state-of-the-art training kitchens and an on-site training restaurant, ‘Food For Thought”. Our students get to prepare food for a number of major events each year, such as award ceremonies and VIP receptions. The industry offers a variety of job opportunities and career pathways.

What You Can Expect

“The teachers have very high standards, as would be expected in professional kitchens”

Develop your skills in professional cookery in our modern training kitchens and also have the opportunity to gain experience in a realistic working environment.

Cover units such as food safety in catering, health and safety, food preparation.

Learn to prepare and cook a variety of different foods, using different methods including boiling, poaching, steaming, roasting, baking, grilling and frying.

External visitors providing demos including Royal Navy, The Marriott Hotel Group, local butchers and fishmongers, and the RAC Club.

Work with fresh produce and a range of ingredients.

Trips which can include Borough Market, Food Expos and industry establishments.

We’re given a brief, and then we plan our time carefully and have all our dishes ready at the right time and to the right standard. It can be quite hard, but it’s exactly what we’ll be doing as chefs, so it’s good practice. The teachers give us time to practice the dishes in advance, and they give us feedback so that we can improve.

Catering Qualifications

Level 1

Initial Skills for the Catering Industry

Entry Requirements:

Entry Level 3 or above in both maths and English.

Course Code: N4839

Introduction to Professional Cookery Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and maths

Course Code: N4835

Level 2

Brooke

Professional Cookery Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 Professional Cookery, or at least 12 months working in the catering industry.

Course Code: N4836

Level 3

Advanced Professional Cookery Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 Professional Cookery or equivalent.

Course Code: N4842

The catering and hospitality sector rebounded strongly after the pandemic lockdowns, showing that there will always be a high demand for skilled chefs and other catering professionals. Our courses will equip you with skills including:

Passion and drive for improvement

Understanding of nutrition, health and hygiene

Teamwork

Attention to detail and dexterity

Numeracy

Customer service with speed and accuracy

Reliability and responsibility

Knowledge of professional catering equipment

Health and safety

Student Success

Our students have gone on to jobs including:

The RAC Club - Pall Mall, Epsom College, The Eight Bells and Nescot

Baker

Bar person

Barista

Butcher

Butler

Cake decorator

Catering manager

Chef

Chef de partie

Commis chef

Consumer scientist

Counter service assistant

Food processing worker

Head chef

Housekeeper

Kitchen porter

Mobile catering assistant

Publican/licensee

Restaurant manager

Sous chef

Waiting staff

Every part of the course is based around what we’ll be doing in the industry, from the things we learn and the way we’re taught to the standards they expect of us when we’re in the kitchen. For example, it’s important to always be on time and in the correct uniform, because when you’re working professionally then your team depends on you.

Sam

Computing & IT

and have forged strong links with national and local IT Companies. Nescot’s computing department is highly successful in skills competitions and our students compete regularly in WorldSkills UK and other industry competitions. Nescot is proud to be a centre for the Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology. See page 13 for details.

What You Can Expect

“There are so many different potential career routes and you get to explore them all”

On each course you will study a range of units covering hardware and software, with an emphasis on the practical skills you need to succeed in industry.

You’ll be taught by people with experience in the industry. Our tutors have worked in Network Administration and Security, Project Management, Web Applications Development, Software Development and Database Programming. We have close links and academy status with the leading organisations in Big Data, Cloud Solutions and Cyber security. The Department also has a 20year relationship with Cisco and was one of the first

institutions to be granted Cisco Academy status.

We run Cyber Security workshops in partnership with the NCC Group, Comptia, Sophos and BAE Systems, where students take part in the Cyber Security Challenge UK and have talks and practical demonstrations from industry experts.

Our students get work experience and training with organisations including BAE Systems, Cisco, IBM and Bidatask.

You can expect to be able to shine at competitions like WorldSkills UK.

We do a lot of projects that are based on what we will do in the future. I like real-world projects, because you can see what you’re doing and why, and it helps you to build on your strengths. Sometimes we work in groups, which is also good practice for work. For example, one project was to design a website for a community group.

Computing & IT Qualifications

Level 1.5

Business & Information Technology

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 2, including English and maths

Course Code: N3414

Level 2

Certificate in Information and Creative Technology

Entry Requirements:

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

Course Code: N3209

Level 3

IT Diploma - Application Developer Pathway or Digital Technician Pathway

Entry Requirements:

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including maths and English.

Course Code: N3210

Digital Support T-Level See page 12.

Apprenticeships

Level 3 Cyber Security Technician

Course Code: N8754

Level 3 Digital Support Technician

Course Code: N8760

Level 3 Information

Communication Technician

Course Code: N8750

Level 3 Software

Development Technician

Course Code: N8757

University-Level Progression at Nescot

Level 4 Apprenticeship

Cyber Security Technologist

Software Development Technician

Level 5

Diploma in Web Application Development

Foundation Degree in The Internet of Things

All organisations rely on IT, and there is a huge number of opportunities for a successful and varied career for people skilled in IT. Our courses teach transferable skills that will help you adapt and grow throughout your career.

Software development

IT Networking

Hardware installation and maintenance

Literacy and numeracy

Motivation and self-development

Interview skills

Communication

Professional standards

James

For full course details visit our website.

Student Success

Our students have gone on to universities including:

King’s College London, Birmingham City University, University of Portsmouth, University of Brighton, University of Cambridge, University of Hull,

University of Roehampton, Kingston University London, University of Westminster, University of Bristol and Nescot (Higher Education).

Artificial intelligence data specialist

Audio visual technician

Cyber security technician

Cyber intrusion analyst

Data analyst

Digital support technician

Games developer

Infrastructure technician

IT solutions technician

IS business analyst

Network engineer

Programmer

Security expert

Software developer

Software tester

Systems analyst

Web designer

The course this year has been really varied, from learning more about hardware to covering HTML and databases. It’s given me a lot more knowledge about the industry and the different career options I have, and I feel a lot more confident in myself.

Edwin

Creative Media

an engaging and inspiring experience. Utilising our industry standard facilities such as the ESports Hub, Podcast Suite, TV Studio, Screening room and seven media labs fitted with the adobe suite and game engines.

What You Can Expect

A focus on skills development across the different academic levels.

Enriching the curriculum through unique educational experiences:

“The best thing about the course is the variety of projects we work on”

Our students develop into autonomous young practioners through the completion of a range of engaging and relevant projects

Establishing and evolving links to industry, ensuring impact is felt at student level

Courses are designed to centre around the creation of student-lead content

Knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff embed their industry-experience across a range of programmes

Creating a learning environment that is safe and inclusive, allowing Creative Media students to be both reflective and ambitious

Showcasing student productions both locally and beyond

Well informed guest speakers who celebrate the diverse nature of the creative industries

A varied programme of domestic and international trips aimed at developing students both professionally and pastorally

An array of industry-standard facilities that empower learner productions

Expert staff support students’ journey to their chosen progression destination.

The best thing about the course is the variety of projects we work on. In the last few months we’ve worked on a live broadcast project from the department’s television studio, and created an immersive art installation. Getting to try different things means you learn all kinds of skills, and it helps you to figure out what you want to do in the future.

Creative Media Qualifications

Level 1

Intro to Creative Industries Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 2 or above.

Course Code: N5788

Level 2

Creative Media Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above.

Course Code: N5587

Level 3

Creative Media (Film and Broadcasting)

Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English.

Course Code: N5588

Esports and Digital Marketing

Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above.

Course Code: N5900

University-Level Progression at Nescot Level 4

Foundation Diploma in Art and Digital Design

Creative Enterprises

Professional Diploma Level 5

HND Creative Media Production (Moving Image)

Practical skills and knowledge of industry practice are at the heart of our courses. You will learn from tutors with substantial experience in the sector, and develop skills including:

Technical Knowledge

Working to a brief

Project management

Quality control

Multitasking, collaboration and teamwork

Networking and self-promotion

Freelancing

Problem solving and flexibility

Communication

Ruben

Student Success

Our students have gone on to employment including:

ILM Producer - Aladdin, Sound Recordist - The Crown, Production Runner - The X Factor, Music Videographer, and Framestore

Or students have gone on to universities including:

HND Moving Image - Nescot, TV Production and Cinematography - Bournemouth University, JournalismUAL, Events Management - University of Gloucestershire and Digital Film Production - Ravensbourne

Animation

Broadcast

Cinematographer

Compositor

Events

Events management

Designer

Film editor

Film or TV producer

Journalism/publishing

Lighting engineer

Marketing / Advertising

Media producer

Product designer

Production runner

Radio

Sound engineer

Sound recordist

Videographer

Visual effects

I was part of a team of students who got to the national final of the WorldSkills UK competition, and we won bronze. It was an amazing experience, and I’m so grateful to our teachers. I learnt a lot of technical skills, especially editing techniques, but I also improved my core skills, like working under pressure and communicating.

Kaiya

Early Years

practitioner. With a focus on innovative practice, all students use their skills in a work placement, which allows them to nurture links with employers and prepare for employment.

What You Can Expect

“We’ve learnt a lot about using Makaton and visual aids”

Targeted work experience in an organisation relevant to your area of study, so that you can see for yourself how your skills could fit in different sectors. We even run our own careers fair where you can meet employers.

Early years employers frequently send us their vacancies because they want someone who is ‘Nescot qualified’.

Tutors are excellent teachers and mentors with a wide breadth of industry experience, including nursery managers, special needs practitioners, primary school learning support and nannying.

The quality of teaching in the department has consistently been recognised as good or above.

The opportunity to do work experience at our on-site nursery, Nestots.

Level 3 students get additional qualifications in cooking and paediatric first aid, to increase their employability even further.

Students go on a range of trips throughout the year, including to Thorpe Park and Brighton, to give them an opportunity to practice planning an effective trip.

Students benefit from an annual careers fair, where a range of local employers network with our students, which leads to real job opportunities within the industry.

I like how the course is structured, with lessons at college and the work placement. I did placements in two primary schools and a nursery, and I learnt a lot from it. When you have lessons and a placement then they both improve your learning. Doing work placements also helps you make a genuinely informed choice about your career, because you understand what the job is like day-to-day. Lilly

Early Year Qualifications

Level 1

Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children and Young People’s Settings

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of grade 2 in GCSE maths and English.

Course Code: N4007

Level 2

The Early Years Practitioner Diploma

Entry Requirements:

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

Course Code: N4632

Level 3

Education and Child Care (T-Level)

Entry Requirements:

5 GCSEs - grade 5 in English, grade 4 in Maths and three other subjects.

Course Code: TL1100

See page 11 for more information

Apprenticeships

Level 3 Early Years

Educator

Course Code: N8810

For full course details visit our website.

University-Level Progression at Nescot Level 5

Foundation Degree in Early Years Pedagogy (0-8 years)

Level 6

BA (Hons) Professional Practice Working with Children and Young People (0-19) - Top Up

If you want to work with young children it is essential to get both knowledge and experience. Your journey as a Nescot student will balance classroom, practical and work experience to ensure you have the skills for a rewarding career. Your learning will include: Resilience and mental health

Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage framework

Legislation and health & safety

Organisation and communication skills

Safeguarding and equality & diversity

Self-confidence

Empathy and care giving Literacy, numeracy and IT skills

Observation and assessment

Student Success

Our students have gone on to universities including:

St Mary’s University, University of Roehampton, University of Greenwich and Kingston University.

Childminder

Children’s nurse

Crèche assistant

Early years teacher

Holiday childcare representative

Hospital play specialist

Nanny

Nursery assistant

Nursery manager

Playworker

Primary school teacher

Special care baby unit assistant

Special needs teaching assistant

Teaching assistant

My ambition is to run my own nursery. To do that I need the practical experience, which this course will help me develop. I’ve got a lot to learn, but I’m really enjoying it. I’m the only male in our group, but the whole class is very supportive and I feel included and comfortable. I think it’s really important for more men to get into childcare.

Jake

Electrical

transporting data along fibre-optic cables and programming computer-controlled ‘intelligent’ buildings and factories. Nescot will ensure you are fully-prepared to work to the high standards required in this industry.

What You Can Expect

“We learn in a really practical way, and I prefer it”

Electrical Installation is one of the best-paid trades within the construction sector, and around 275,000 electricians are currently working in domestic and commercial roles in the UK. It is also an area with a significant skills gap, with around half the regions of England having a serious shortage of qualified electricians.

Getting skills in electrical installation and engineering will therefore provide a basis for a rewarding career. You will be able to work and specialise further in a range of industries, including the high-priority sustainability sector.

I’m really glad I chose Electrical. The course was hard at first, but the teachers are really good and you make so much progress. The workshops are great, and it feels like a good bridge between school and the industry.

Electrical Qualifications

Level 2

Electrical Installation Diploma

Entry Requirements:

2 GCSEs at grade 4 or above in maths and English.

Course Code: N2205

Level 3

Electrotechnical Technology (Buildings & Structures)

Entry Requirements:

Cameron

Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation, plus GCSE maths and English at grade 4 or above.

Course Code: N2214

This course may be subject to change, please refer to T- Level in Building Services Engineering on page 11 for additional information.

Apprenticeships

Level 3 Electrical Installation Apprenticeship

Course Code: N8773

For full course details visit our website.

Our construction students benefit from being part of a broad department and will learn about working with a range of professionals in the construction industry. Alongside the specific skills of your subject area you will learn transferable skills that will support you through your career including:

Health and safety

Communication and teamworking

Construction terminology

Organisational skills and planning

Numeracy and literacy

Sustainability

Professionalism and self-development

Problem solving

Scaffold Towers Practical

Electrical students put up scaffolding towers as they learn about health and safety in the workplace. The Level 2 students had a briefing about manual handling and the law about working at height, and then they worked in teams to assemble the tower and ladder safely. The lesson was aimed at empowering the students to recognise what a safe scaffolding tower looks and feels like, as well as giving them the opportunity to experience working at height.

I chose to study Electrical because it’s varied and interesting, and it’s a buoyant trade –electricians will always be in demand. The lessons are interesting and the teachers are really good. There’s some maths and quite a lot of science, but it’s always directly relevant to what you’re learning. Next year I’m hoping to get an apprenticeship, so that I can keep learning at college while I’m doing a job.

Appliance servicing

Commercial installations

Control systems engineer

Data engineer

Domestic electrical installations

Electrician or electrical fitter

Energy efficiency

Lift engineer

Lighting technician

Maintenance electrician (aircraft/motor vehicle)

Security systems

Solar energy

Start your own business

Work for a small or large construction business

Angus

Enterprise & Entrepreneurship

you for a successful career.

What You Can Expect

“I’ve learnt a lot from the course, and it’s really improved my confidence”

Students compete in the Tycoon Enterprise Competition run by the Peter Jones Foundation where they set up their own businesses. This includes raising funds, designing and commisioning products, then sell these to the local community for a profit they share at the end of the academic year, when they liquidate their company.

You will not only learn the rules and skills you need for the business world, but will be given the tools to progress from a student into a business professional.

We regularly have guest speakers in to talk to students about their experiences in the business world.

Every one of our students will research, target, apply for, and spend at least a week doing meaningful work

experience in an area they find exciting and relevant.

We treat our students as adults and encourage them to take responsibility and pride in their assignments, behaviour, professional conduct and appearance.

You will also take part in organising events for some of your units. You will learn to plan and pitch for business ‘Dragon’s Den’ style.

The department has excellent teaching rooms and IT suites, where you will learn to use the latest software and presentation techniques.

UK trips to look at reallife examples of business functions like sales and marketing.

The best project we’ve done was the enterprise competition. We had to set up a real business and run it, and make the most profit possible. It was at the end of our course, so we could take everything that we’d learnt and put it into practice in a real business. We had to do everything ourselves, from thinking of an idea to sourcing products and setting a pricing strategy and then running the company as a team.

Enterprise Qualifications

Level 1.5

Business & Information Technology

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSE at Grade 2, including English and maths.

Course Code: N3414

Level 2

Business Enterprise

Technical Certificate

Entry Requirements:

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

Course Code: N3700

Level 3

Malachi

Enterprise & Entrepreneurship

Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including maths and English.

Course Code: N3221

Apprenticeships

Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner

Course Code: N8759

Level 3 Business Administration

Course Code: N8799

Level 3 Team Leader/ Supervisor

Course Code: N8800

Level 3 Digital Marketer

Course Code: N8802

University-Level Progression at Nescot

Level 5

Operations / Department Manager Apprenticeship

Level 6

BA (Hons) Business and Entrepreneurship (Top-Up)

Level 7

Applied Management Master’s Degree

The overall aim of the courses is to equip students for planning and running successful enterprises and organisations. Learning from established and emerging business models and thinkers, you will apply your skills to real-world scenarios and case studies.

Entrepreneurship

Decision making

Business finance

Networking Management

Operating safely and legally

Human resources

Marketing

IT and data for business

Student Success

Our students have gone on to higher education to study:

AAT Accounting, Business Studies, Real Estate, Business Management, Finance and Business Law

Or into apprenticeships and employment including: KPMG, Unilever (Marketing), Estate Agency, Retail Management, Office Team (Admin/Marketing), Estate Agency Sacha Scott (Sales) and Wilsons Cars (Sales)

Accountancy Administration

Banking

Business administration

Communication

Company secretary

Consultancy

Customer service

E-commerce

Entrepreneur

Financial analyst

Financial management

Human resources

Law

Leadership & Management

Marketing

Pension administration

Product promotion

Retail

Sales executive

We study in a lot of detail, and we do a lot of case studies of reallife businesses so that we can see genuine examples of what we’re learning. We took part in a competition where we set up and ran our own businesses. I was the finance director, so I was preparing financial statements, working out cash flow and doing forecasting. It was really interesting and rewarding.

Claudio

Foundation Learning

students to achieve their full potential. Some of our programmes are aimed at students with learning difficulties and disabilities, and others have been developed for young people who left school with few or no formal qualifications.

What You Can Expect

Courses for students who have mild to moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

“Everyone in Foundation Learning is really supportive and helpful”

Excellent transition arrangements with many local schools, which helps to reduce any anxiety caused by moving and starting college.

Work experience and employers visits with our local employers including Mayfield Lavender Farm, St Mary’s Church, All Things Nice, Rainbow Leisure Center, Epsom Library, Epsom and Ewell Job Center and many more.

Every programme leads to an externally-accredited qualification - real evidence of your success that you can take to any employer or college in the country.

My favourite lessons are my art lessons. We’ve been doing digital skills, and I’m learning how to use Canva. I’m proud of the progress I’ve made. I have cerebral palsy, which affects how my brain works and how I move my body. I feel welcome and included at Nescot – I get the support I need and I can access the college in my wheelchair, but I’m still treated the same as everyone else.

Foundation Learning Qualifications

English and Maths

Students on all pathways will study English and maths at an appropriate level until they reach Level 2 or GCSE Grade 4-9.

Employment Pathway

Boo

Entry

Level 1

Foundation

Entry Level 1

This qualification is aimed at students who are transitioning into college from a specialist learning environment and require higher levels of support.

Course Code: N5434

Supported Living Pathway

Entry Level 2 and 3

This pathway is for students who need support to develop life skills to help them become more independent.

Course Code: E2 N5528 and E3 N5529

Further Education Pathway

This pathway has been designed for students who are planning to go on to Further Education.

Entry Level 2 - Course Code: N5527

Entry Level 3 - Course Code: N5416

Level 1 - Course Code: N5530

The intent of this pathway is to give students the competencies they need for employment. Students on this pathway are preparing for the world of work and progression towards the Supported Internship Programme or employment.

Entry Level 2

The intent of this course is to develop students’ confidence and employment mindset via a range of work based activities.

Course Code: N5477

Entry Level 3

Vocational Pathways

To take advantage of employment opportunities in the local area and to prepare students for the Supported Internship, we offer Entry Level 3 Curriculum in three vocational areas:

Introduction to Service Industries

Course Code: N7015

Introduction to Computing

Course Code: N7017/N7810

Construction and Groundworks

Course Code: N7017/N7805

Supported Internship

This is a one year study programme aimed at young people from our employment pathways or external providers and have an EHCP and need support to move into paid employment.

Course Code: N7790

14-16 Provision

The 14-16 offer is for young people with EHCPs who are currently home schooled or who are struggling with the traditional GCSE Curriculum in a mainstream setting.

Course Code: N5531

14-16 Transition Pathway

In this pathway we offer a bespoke curriculum and a Personalised Learning Plans for students who struggle with high anxiety. The aim is to progress the young person to the 14-16 Progression Pathway or fulltime courses the following academic year.

Course Code: FC5306

16+ Pathway

Accredited by Prince’s Trust, 16+ Pathway enables students to improve their English and maths level to enable progress on to the main college.

Course Code: N7018

Achieve - Level 1 Construction Pathway

This is a Prince’s Trust full-time programme for young people who need to improve their levels in English and Maths while experiencing a range of construction based tasters.

Course Code: N7013

For full course details visit our website.

Animal care Catering Grounds work

Horticulture

Hospitality

Office work

Retail

Some students may move on to supported employment initiatives or supported living.

This year I’ve done taster sessions in different subjects, including construction, cooking and music. I made a bird house in construction, which was really fun. It’s been good to try out different subjects, and that’s helped me to decide what to do next year. Next year I’m going to study a Level 2 qualification in Travel and Tourism in the mainstream part of the college.

Leticia

Further Education Pathway - Level 1

Hair & Media Make-up

to aspiring make-up artists. You will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of make-up and hair styling at both Level 2 and 3. Students are encouraged to push themselves and in 2022 three students from the Hair and Beauty department qualified for the Worldskills UK finals.

What You Can Expect

“The course is really practical, and our projects are really varied”

Opportunity to do work placements in local theatres as well as being supported in finding your own work in the make-up field.

Level 3 includes airbrushing, media effects, wig styling and much more. Perfect if you are looking for a career in TV and film.

Attend industry workshops with leading brands such as Kryolan and Banbury Postiche.

Develop your skills by doing the make-up for our own performing arts productions.

We took part in a project where we created special effects makeup on casualties as part of a training exercise for student paramedics. It was hard work, but it was a great experience and I learnt a lot. We were encouraged to treat the creative brief as a job, and to research, plan and practice. We had to be really disciplined with our timing and that was good practice for the industry.

Hair & Media Make-up Qualifications

Level 2

Hair & Media Make-up Technical Certificate

Entry Requirements:

3 GCSEs at grade 4 including English, plus a grade 3 or above.

Course Code: N4369

Level 3

Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-Up Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 in Hair and Media Make up (either the L2 Technical or Merits at VRQ or equivalent), plus a grade 4 in English.

Course Code: N4375

Our courses teach hair and beauty skills in the context of the media and performance industries. Alongside skills learned in hairdressing (page 68) and beauty therapy (page 24), you will develop awareness of these sectors and how hair and make-up operate within the media industry.

Abbie

Student Success

Our students have gone on to work in:

theatre, fashion photography, advertising, bridal hair and make-up, salons and make-up stores / brands or selfemployment.

Most go on to university or higher education to study: advanced fashion or advanced prosthetics HND courses, which will lead on to jobs for TV and Film.

Beauty writer

Brand representative

Bridal make-up artist

Cosmetics Retail

Image consultant

Make-up artist - film, freelance, live music, photographic shoots, television or theatre

Make-up trainer

Mortuary make-up artist

Runway make-up artist

Special effects

make-up artist

Teacher / trainer

The best thing about the course is the variety – we do everything from stage makeup to using prosthetics to create special effects. It means I’m versatile as an artist, and it has also helped me to make an informed choice on what to do next. I’m going to university to study prosthetics and special effects, and I know that what I’ve learnt at Nescot has put me in a really good position.

Paige

Hairdressing

& Guy in the London Academy. Our lessons are delivered to the same high standards, preparing you for a successful career in the industry. Students are encouraged to push themselves and in 2022 three students from the Hair and Beauty department qualified for the Worldskills UK finals.

What You Can Expect

“I have been able to do work experience with Toni&Guy in London. It was an amazing experience”

The hairdressing department is powered by the multi award-wining hairdressing brand Toni & Guy, including visits from the team and seminars in the London Academy.

Train with top hairdressing brands and products

including L’Oreal and Label.m.

Vibrant lessons that are interactive and realistic reflections of the hairdressing industry.

I have known I wanted to become a hairdresser since I was small, and when I looked around at colleges Nescot was the best choice by far. There is a lot to learn, but the teachers are amazing and they really build on what you’re learning. They always make sure you’re confident on a technique before you move on to something else.

Hairdressing Qualifications

Level 1

VRQ Diploma in Hairdressing

Entry Requirements:

3 GCSEs at Grade 3 plus pre-interview task.

Course Code: N4361

Level 2

VRQ Diploma in Hairdressing

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English at grade 3 plus pre-interview task.

Course Code: N4358

Level 3

VRQ Diploma in Hairdressing

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing with the majority of grades at Merit or above, plus English and maths.

Course Code: N4362

For full course details visit our website.

Students are trained to deliver hairdressing services to the high standards expected in professional settings. The skills you will learn as you progress through your practical and classroom learning include:

Practical skills in a variety of hair techniques

Developing passion and industry awareness

Organisation and communication

Customer service

Creative thinking

Numeracy

Health & Safety

Digital skills

Eliza

Barber

Colour technician

Cruise ships

Fashion

Hair and beauty sales

Brand trainer

Hairdresser

Image consultant

Receptionist

Salon stylist

Salon manager

Spa stylist

Television, film and theatre

All Nescot Hairdressing staff have been trained by Toni&Guy in their cutting and colouring techniques and we use this approach within our hairdressing teaching here at the College. Toni&Guy provide:

Two workshops/ demonstrations on these techniques each year for our hairdressing students and these are held at their prestigious Academy in Central London.

Motivational and success recognition opportunities to reward highly successful Nescot students, including the opportunity for backstage access at London Fashion Week.

Give Nescot hairdressing students salon work experience and details of job opportunities, subject to them demonstrating the right skills and attitudes necessary.

Health & Social Care

families, if you’re interested in working with people, the health and social care sector could be a good choice. It can be challenging, but hugely rewarding. We have excellent links for work placements with the public sector and private care providers.

What You Can Expect

“We do a lot of work experience, which is a great way to find out which career would suit you”

Nescot’s Health and Social Care students are so wellregarded that employers send us their vacancies because they want someone ‘Nescot qualified’.

Tutors are excellent teachers and mentors, with industry experience ranging from social workers and nurses to health care managers and childcare professionals.

The quality of teaching in this department is consistently recognised as good or above.

Become the care professional you want to be. You will gain a thorough understanding of the theory of your chosen area and we will provide you

with innovative, exciting opportunities to put that understanding into practice.

You will be given the opportunity to experience working in an organisation relevant to your area of study due to our excellent links with the public sector and private care. We understand that the subjects we teach attract students with a real desire to make a difference, and we are extremely active in the wider community.

Additional qualifications are offered to enhance employability.

The course is really varied. We study lots of different topics, and we do theory lessons, practical lessons and work placements. I like the variety, and it means you have lots of options open to you. I’m doing my placement in a care home for people with dementia. I’ve also done placements in a nursery and in a primary school. I’ve enjoyed having the variety.

Health & Social Care Qualifications

Level 1

Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children and Young People’s Settings

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of grade 2 in GCSE maths and English.

Course Code: N4007

Level 2

Health & Social Care Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English and maths.

Course Code: N4641

Level 3

Health - Adult Nursing (T-Level)

Entry Requirements:

5 GCSEs - grade 5 in English and Science (biology preferred if individual Science GCSE), grade 4 in Maths and 2 other subjects.

Course Code: TL1000

See page 11 for more information on T-Levels.

University-Level Progression at Nescot

Level 5

Healthcare Play Specialist Apprenticeship

Foundation Degree in Healthcare Play Specialism

For full course details visit our website.

Through your learning in both practical and classroom sessions you will gain the skills and know-how to work in a range of roles in the animal care sector, and progress to higher education. You studies will develop contextual skills including:

Practical & physical care-giving

Knowledge of nutrition and mental health

Intergenerational working Legislation, health & safety

Organisation & communication skills

Safeguarding, equality & diversity

Self-confidence

Empathy

Literacy, numeracy & IT skills

Observation & assessment

Lottie

Student Success

Our students have gone on to universities including:

King’s College London - Midwifery, Kingston UniversitySocial Work, University of Roehampton - Early Years, University of Roehampton - Teaching, University of Surrey - Adult Nursing, Nescot (Higher Education)

Care assistant

Community project worker

Health care practice worker

Home carer

Key worker

Nutritionist

Nursing

Nursing home practitioner

Occupational therapist

Pharmacy assistant

Probation officer

Public health

Rehabilitation officer

Residential warden

Social worker

Speech therapist

Teaching assistant

Youth worker

I was really daunted about starting my placement, but it has been amazing. The first year I worked in a primary school, and this year I’ve been working in a men’s prison. I’m based in the visitors’ centre, and I check in with the families about how they’re doing. The placement has really helped me to mature, and it’s changed my perspective.

Katie

Motor Vehicle

with an introduction to the industry, or build on existing skills developed in the industry and further your career opportunities.

What You Can Expect

“There’s a big change from school, especially with how we’re treated”

The UK automotive industry employers around 800,000 people. You will learn in our Motor Vehicle Centre on real vehicles to help you master the business side of the industry as well as your technical skills.

Gain practical experience and the technical knowledge needed to work as a Service Technician, carrying out maintenance/ repairs on cars, vans and other light vehicles in garages, dealerships and maintenance depots.

All courses are accredited by the Institute of the Motor Industry awarding body.

It can be a steep learning curve, but the course is planned so that you’re always building on what you know. Level 2 has been more in-depth, including suspension and electrical systems. When we’re learning something new we usually do the theory first, and then a few practical sessions, and then we write it up. It’s a good way to learn, and it’s helped me to understand new skills really well.

Motor Vehicle Qualifications

Level 1

Vehicle Maintenance C&G Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Minimum of grade 4 or above in either maths or English, and grade 3 or above for the other subject.

Course Code: N2241

Level 2

Light Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

C&G Diploma

Entry Requirements:

C&G Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance.

Course Code: N2242

Louie

“The teachers are really professional, sometimes they feel more like your boss”

Our fully-equipped motor vehicle centre enables you to learn the broad range of practical and technical skills and knowledge for the contemporary motor vehicle sector. Your course will cover:

Accident repair

Body building

Fast-fit operations (tyres, exhausts, batteries etc)

Heavy vehicle maintenance and repair

Lift truck maintenance and repair

Light vehicle maintenance and repair

Motorcycle maintenance and repair

Motorsport maintenance and repair

Parts distribution and supply

Roadside assistance

Vehicle rental and leasing (self-drive or with driver)

Vehicle sales

Accident repair

Body building

Electric vehicle technician

Fast-fit operations (tyres, exhausts, batteries etc)

Heavy vehicle maintenance and repair

Lift truck maintenance and repair

Light vehicle maintenance and repair

Motorcycle maintenance and repair

Motorsport maintenance and repair

Parts distribution and supply

Roadside assistance

Vehicle sales

The facilities at Nescot are really good. We have a big area to work in, and we have to keep everything really clean and tidy because that’s what will be expected at work. The tools we use in the department are the best brand in the industry, and we also have access to all the industry-standard diagnostic equipment, and even a range of different types of vehicles to work on.

Josh

Music Production

Music courses are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this dynamic and ever-evolving field.

What You Can Expect

A focus on skills development across the different academic levels.

Enriching the curriculum through unique educational experiences

We prepare our young people for progression into the Creative Industries by delivering an engaging and inspiring experience.

Utilise our state of the art recording studios, podcast suite, DJ hub and Live room equipped with brand new instruments.

Learn from seasoned professionals and industry experts who are passionate about the music industry. They will guide you through the creative, technical and business aspects of the field.

Establishing and evolving links to industry, ensuring impact is felt at student level.

Creating a learning environment that is safe and inclusive, allowing Creative students to be both reflective and ambitious

Real world projects with briefs designed by industry professionals.

International and domestic trips inform student projects.

Well informed guest speakers from a variety of specialists who celebrate the diverse nature of the creative industries

Collaborate with other creative courses to enhance your student experience.

Organise, set up and perform at a variety of different events throughout the year.

Music Production Qualifications

I’ve always loved music, so it’s amazing to be studying it full-time. The teachers have a lot of experience from working in the industry themselves, so they have a lot of knowledge to share. The best project so far was when a senior A&R executive from a record label came to college and asked us to record a 30-second track for one of his musicians to record. He gave us all individual feedback, and it was really cool.

George

Level 1

Intro to Creative Industries Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 2 or above.

Course Code: N5788

Level 2

Music Production UAL Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above.

Course Code: N5810

Level 3

Music Production UAL Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English.

Course Code: N5590

For full course details visit our website.

Learning from widelyexperienced tutors you will gain skills for a huge range of roles in the contemporary music industry:

Technical knowhow & ‘troubleshooting’

Music composition and performance

Time management and handling pressure

Collaboration

Freelancing

Networking and self-promotion

Communication

Student Success

Our students have gone on to universities including:

BIMM Institute, Bournemouth University - Music and Audio Technology, Southampton Solent University - Music Production; Popular Music Recording, Ravensbourne - Sound Design, Goldsmiths - Sound and Engineering, University of Hertfordshire - Music Journalism, University of Chester - Popular Music, University of Leeds - Music Production, ACM - Music Business; Music Production.

Agent

A & R

Composer

DJ

Entertainer

Lighting designer

Music manager/director

Music teacher

Musician

Producer (live events)

Producer-engineer

Production manager

Publisher

Record label manager

Recording Artist

Rigger

Singing coach

Songwriter

Sound engineer

Sound technician

Studio manager

Tour manager

It was a steep learning curve at first, and the first project was really hard, but the teaching is brilliant. It’s amazing to go from having no technical knowledge to confidently using industry-standard software like Ableton and Logic. There’s a lot of emphasis on working independently, because that’s a skill you’ll need in your career, but the teachers are always there for you when you need them.

Lia

Performing Arts

and musical theatre. It is made up of two companies: Forge Theatre and Nexus Ensemble. The companies perform with the ethos of creating work which is physically daring, emotionally engaging and visually stunning.

What You Can Expect

“As students we get excellent support from the teaching team”

Based on the principles of a drama school, Forge Theatre and Nexus Ensemble give you the opportunity to experience a professional theatre environment. Specialist workshop opportunities throughout the year including stage combat, script writing, Heel’s workshops, and Commedia dell’arte.

All assignments are industry-focused, with an emphasis on performance.

Industry-related careers week with talks and workshops from casting agencies, drama schools, equity, performers and producers.

Enrich your education with theatre visits, both to watch performances and to have back-stage tours.

You will work in state-of-theart studios and workshops on the main campus.

Staff are experienced practitioners who still train and work within the industry.

Students practise as a company member and have the opportunity to perform in a number of different shows across the year in a variety of theatres. These have included Lyric Hammersmith, Soho Theatre and G Live in Guildford.

The course is very specialised, and we work in a lot of detail. For example, in our Acting for Screen and Stage unit we’ve been working on facial expressions, and how you’d portray emotion differently in different types of production. I started filming for EastEnders while I was finishing my GCSEs, and now I balance my filming commitments with my qualification at Nescot.

Performing Arts Qualifications

Level 2

Performing Arts Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above.

Course Code: N5592

Level 3

Performing Arts Extended Diploma (Acting for Theatre & Film or Musical Pathway)

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above.

Course Code: N5591

Production Arts

Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above.

Course Code: N5549

Enrich your education with theatre visits and back-stage tours

For full course details visit our website.

University-Level Progression at Nescot

Level 4

Professional Diploma in Performance

There are dozens of job roles associated with the performing arts industry, ranging from professional acting to writing, stage design, technician, promotion and many more. Our courses ensure you develop the knowledge of the sector and transferable skills for further study and to start your career in this exciting industry. Skills learned include:

Performance

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Creative idea generation

Communication and collaboration

Understanding your audience

Sales pitching

Portfolio building, industry awareness and agent links

Organisation, selfmotivation and selfemployment

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Student Success

Our students have gone on to:

Royal Central School of Speech and Drama - Acting, Nescot - Professional Diploma, University of Chichester - Theatre Performance, Fourth Monkey, Guildford School of Acting, Mountview, Brunel University, University of Lincoln, Aelfa Academy of Dramatic Arts, University of East London, De Montford University, University of Surrey, East 15.

Actor

Arts administration

Box office and front of house in theatres

Choreographer Communications industry

Costume and props technician

Cruise ship performer

Dance performance

Event management

Film crew

Holiday camp entertainer

Journalist (arts)

Lighting technician

Marketing

Production

Script writer

Stagehand

Stage combat specialist

Theatre

Vocal performance

I’m Deaf, and I use speech and British Sign Language to communicate. Nescot and the Performing Arts department are really inclusive and welcoming. We’ve spoken as a class about Deaf communication and culture, and being Deaf aware by making small changes. The best thing is that I’m seen as a person and an actor. The teaching staff are helping me to develop as a performer with strengths and things to work on, just like anyone else. That’s really powerful.

Harry

Plastering

repairs and restoration work on houses and on large commercial developments like schools, hospitals and hotels.

What You Can Expect

Career prospects are positive, with around 50,000 plasterers employed in the UK.

“It’s physically hard at times, but we talk about how to work safely”

Excellent facilities with fully equipped dedicated plastering workshops that give students the

opportunity to work on realistic projects.

The housing sector is predicted to grow by an annual average of 2.5% over the next three years.

(Construction Skills Network)

I’m really enjoying the course, and I’d definitely recommend it. I’ve learnt a lot in the space of a year, and that says a lot about the teachers. The course is mostly practical, and you spend a lot of time improving your technique. So far I’ve done a window wall, ceilings and plasterboarding. As a female student I feel welcome and included.

Plastering Qualifications

Level 1

Construction Multi-Skills Diploma

Entry Requirements:

At least 2 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.

Course Code: N2034

Plastering Diploma

Entry Requirements:

2 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.

Course Code: N2005

Level 2

Plastering Diploma

Elizabeth

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 Diploma in Plastering.

Course Code: N2203

For full course details visit our website.

Our Construction students benefit from being part of a broad department and will learn about working with a range of professionals in the construction industry. Alongside the specific skills of your subject area you will learn transferable skills that will support you through your career including:

Health and safety

Communication and teamworking

Construction terminology

Organisational skills and planning

Numeracy and literacy

Sustainability

Professionalism and self-development

Problem solving

“The course is really practical, so you get to learn by doing it yourself. I’ve always wanted to learn a trade, and Nescot has such a good reputation”

I knew I wanted to learn a construction trade, but I didn’t know which one would suit me best. Doing this course has given me the opportunity to try the trades for myself, and it also helps you understand how the trades fit together on-site. I’m staying at Nescot next year to specialise in Plastering.

Decorative plastering

Dry liner

Estimator

Fibrous plastering

Rendering

Site Manager

Start your own business

Work for a small or large construction business

Luca Construction Multi-Skills

Damp proofing technician

Plumbing

you to work better than industry standard. Nescot plumbing students work to + or – 2mm. On site you’ll often find a 5mm variation, so you’ll have the edge from the start.

What You Can Expect

“The teachers here are all trained plumbers, so they can tell you about how things work on-site”

Plumbers work in all kinds of industries. You could find a job designing plumbing systems for new buildings, deciding how to manage, repair, and expand water systems, or developing new plumbing technologies. Where there’s water and people there’s a need for plumbing, so our courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge you need to help ensure you are never short of work.

160,000 people employed in plumbing and heating, ventilation and air conditioning with 2,000 new recruits every year (Construction Skills Network research).

I’m really enjoying being at college. The teachers are really good at explaining things, and because they’ve all worked in the industry they can give you lots of examples. I have ADHD and I can find it difficult to keep still, so I really like doing a practical subject.

Plumbing Qualifications

Level 1

Plumbing Diploma

Entry Requirements:

GCSE English and maths at grade 3 or above or level 1 functional skills.

Course Code: N2249

Level 2

Plumbing Diploma

Entry Requirements:

GCSE English and maths at a minimum of Grade 4 in one, and Grade 3 in the other.

Course Code: N2000

Level 3

Plumbing Diploma

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 Plumbing and maths and English at grade 4 or above.

Course Code: N2194

Priority will be given to progressing students

This course may be subject to change, please refer to T- Level in Building Services Engineering on page 11 for additional information.

For full course details visit our website.

Apprenticeships

Gas Engineer

Course Code: N8812

Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician

Course Code: N8813

Our Construction students benefit from being part of a broad department and will learn about working with a range of professionals in the construction industry. Alongside the specific skills of your subject area you will learn transferable skills that will support you through your career including:

Health and safety

Communication and teamworking

Construction terminology

Organisational skills and planning

Numeracy and literacy

Sustainability

Professionalism and self-development

Problem solving

George

“Plumbing is a great trade because it’s versatile, and although it’s hard work it’s really rewarding”

I’m really glad I chose Plumbing; I definitely made the right decision. We do lots of practical lessons, but the theory lessons are interesting too. I’ve just finished installing a basin and a toilet, and that was really good experience. I’m hoping to get an apprenticeship next year. I’m Deaf, and the teachers are really mindful of making sure I am able to access the lessons, and that I am included.

Bathroom and kitchen installations

Gas engineer

Heating and ventilation engineer

Pipe fitter

Pipe Layer

Plumbing technician

Start your own business

Steamfitter

Work for a small or large construction business

Dean

Public Services

Legal system, outdoor instruction, working in the Fire and Rescue Service, as well as many years of experience teaching Public Services programmes. Group expeditions, outdoor and adventurous activities will hone your problem-solving, leadership, teamwork and cohesion skills.

What You Can Expect

Practical sessions to improve your teamwork and leadership to bring learning to life.

“The course has given me so much direction and selfconfidence”

Hone your problem solving, teamwork and navigational skills.

Expert training for the uniformed services entrance tests.

Practical team sports, leadership training and targeted fitness training to prepare you for a career in the uniformed public services.

Visits to parliamentary buildings, the Royal Courts of Justice and the Law Courts in Guildford, to demystify the workings of government, law and order.

Develop skills in outdoor adventurous activities, as well as a thorough grounding in cultural awareness and diversity to equip you to serve today’s multicultural society.

Learn from numerous guest speakers from the industry.

Opportunity to attend a ‘firefighter for a day’ course and ‘Look at Life day’, with the British Army.

Students meet guest speakers from uniformed public services, including a police dog handler and firefighters, discussing their careers and job roles.

I chose Public Services because I love helping people. The course is really interesting, and I’d definitely recommend it. The teachers are really good at helping you to understand the lessons, and we do a lot of practical work. I’m hoping to be a firefighter in the future.

Public Services Qualifications

Level 1

Public Services

Introductory Diploma

Entry Requirements:

2 GCSEs at grade 2 or above, preferably including English and maths or Functional Skills English

Entry Level 3.

Course Code: N1051

Level 2

Preparation for Public Services Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English.

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Course Code: N1082

Level 3

Uniformed Protective Services Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including either English or maths.

Course Code: N1045

For full course details visit our website.

University-Level Progression at Nescot

Level 5

HND in Public Services

Our courses are designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in uniformed public services. You will develop sectorrelevant knowledge and transferable skills that will be valuable whatever your career path:

Physical fitness and health

Assertiveness and resilience

Leadership

Integrity and professionalism

Cultural awareness

Digital skills

Legal frameworks

Literacy and numeracy

Student Success

Our students have gone on to universities including:

Loughborough University, University of Law, Bournemouth University, Farnborough College of Technology, University of Exeter, Nescot, University of Portsmouth and University of Surrey.

I chose the course because I’m hoping to become a police officer in the future. I’ve definitely learnt a lot on the course, and it’s put me into a good position with lots of knowledge to draw on as I apply to the police service.We do a lot of practical work to support what we’re learning. For example, we did a project where we planned the scenario of a road traffic collision, and we looked at the role of each emergency service.

Army

Community leadership

Emergency services

Fire and Rescue Service

Fitness industry

Police force

Prison services

Royal Air Force

Royal Navy Security

Territorial Army

UK Border Force

Uniformed services

Pedro

Sport & Sports Science

having enjoyed successful careers in a variety of areas including sports coaching, personal training, strength and conditioning, sports therapy, osteopathy and sports centre management. That experience is used to bring learning to life!

What You Can Expect

“I also enjoyed learning about Sports Nutrition, and how you adjust a client’s diet”

You will be involved in sports coaching and fitness classes for all age groups and abilities in your community.

We actively encourage all our students to get involved in sport as athletes and coaches and we provide the support to ensure you fulfil your potential.

We make arrangements to work with your training and competition schedules. This means that you do not have to sacrifice your education for a promising sporting career.

Nescot Sports students have free access to the Sports Injury Clinic.

Our football academy coach, Jack Johnson, holds a UEFA A licence, which is the highest coaching badge. He is Academy Coach at Fulham FC.

Some of our sport programmes include extra qualifications, such as Level 2 YMCA Fitness Instructing Certificate.

Many of our students have the opportunity to go on residential outdoor activities trips, such as Skern Lodge in Devon, as well as industry related visits.

Our students organise and run local primary schools’ sports day events.

We do a lot of practical lessons, which is much more interesting and helps me to learn. The teachers are helpful and supportive, and I’d definitely recommend the course. I want to be a physiotherapist in the future, and I like that we’re learning from people with experience in the industry.

Sport Qualifications

Level 1

Sport & Active Leisure Diploma

Entry Requirements:

2 GCSEs at grade 2, preferably including English and maths or functional skills

Entry Level 3 in English.

Course Code: N1026

Level 2

Sport First Extended Certificate

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English.

Klaudia

Course Code: N1046

Level 3

Sport, Fitness & Personal Training Diploma

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English or maths.

Course Code: N1047

Sport Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English or maths and PE.

Course Code: N1048

Sport & Exercise Science Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and maths and either PE or science.

Course Code: N1057

University-Level Progression at Nescot Level 4/5

HNC/D in Sport & Exercise Science

Level 6

Bachelor of Osteopathic Medicine

Level 7

Integrated Masters in Osteopathic Medicine

Sports Coaching & Development

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English or maths.

Course Code:

Sport & Outdoor Activities

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English or maths.

Course Code:

Student Success

Sports and leisure are not just hobbies but industries employing many thousands of people. Our courses will give you the skills and knowledge to combine with your passion for sports and fitness:

Anatomy and Physiology

Communication

Self-motivation and discipline

Designing exercise and fitness programmes

Fitness instructing

Psychology and mental well-being

Resilience and emotional intelligence

Literacy and numeracy

Our students have gone on to:

Nescot - Bachelor of Osteopathy, HND Sport & Exercise Science, University of Bath, St Mary’s University, University of Wales, University of Chichester, Kingston University, University of Exeter, University of Bristol and Bournemouth University

Athlete

Fitness instructor

Leisure attendant/ duty manager

Lifeguard

Nutritionist

Osteopath

Outdoor activities instructor

Personal trainer

Sports coach

Sports player

Sports psychologist

Sports Science Analyst

Sports Rehabilitaion

Sports therapist

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Teacher

Youth worker

I play football for Nescot, as well as a team outside college. The teachers tailor what we’re learning in class to make it relevant for the sports we do, and our career goals, and I appreciate that. We’ve been doing fitness testing, including the bleep test, and the teachers have been giving us tips on how to stride and how to control our breathing.

Jabari

Choice, Going Places, Virgin Atlantic. In addition staff have worked in destinations such as Egypt, Venezuela, Canary Islands, Thailand, Greek islands and United Arab Emirates.

What You Can Expect

“Studying at Nescot has prepared me for my career in the travel industry”

Teaching and assessment on our Resort Reps, Aviation and Cabin Crew courses have been awarded a grade 1 by the awarding body.

A newly-refurbished fullyequipped cabin service room, which is set up like an aircraft so you can carry out cabin crew role-plays such as delivering services, dealing with emergencies and customer service scenarios.

Industry-standard IT facilities and well-equipped classrooms.

Staff develop and nuture an interest in travel and discovery by organising and running overseas residentials and day trips.

Guest speakers who work in the industry. Past

speakers have included representatives from Virgin Atlantic, easyJet, STA Travel and independent tour operators.

Work experience placements. In the last few years students have secured placements at The Ritz, easyJet, British Airways, The London Aquarium, and local placements with Chessington Garden Centre, Polesden Lacey, and Premier Inn with many offered permanent jobs.

Travel students can take additional qualifications in NCFE Resort Reps, Cabin Crew and Aviation Operations on the Ground, which employers value highly.

Studying at Nescot has made me a lot more analytical. We learn about certain ideas in class, like the principles of good customer service, and then we apply those ideas to businesses across the travel and tourism sector. The facilities at Nescot are great, and learning in a proper cabin crew room makes it much more fun.

Travel & Tourism Qualifications

Level 1

Hospitality & Tourism

Introductory Diploma

Entry Requirements: Entry Level 3 in English.

Course Code: N1090

Level 2

Travel & Tourism

Extended Certificate

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English.

Course Code: N1049

Level 3

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Travel & Tourism

Extended Diploma

Entry Requirements:

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

Course Code: N1050

For full course details visit our website.

Courses in travel and tourism at Nescot prepare you not just for the many opportunities in the tourism sector, but for careers in any service or customerfocused industry. Skills you will learn include:

Customer service

Presentation and professionalism

Sales and marketing

Knowledge of Health and Safety

Business principles

Communication

Literacy and numeracy

Resilience and motivation

Student Success

Our students have gone on to universities including:

University of Surrey, University of Southampton, University of Chester, University of Brighton, Bournemouth University, University of Roehampton and University of Greenwich or directly into employment in:

British Airways, Emirates Holidays, Newmarket Holidays, EasyJet and Gatwick Airport

Accommodationconcierge, events planning executive, receptionist, reservations assistant

Cabin crew

Aviation - flight dispatcher, ground handling agent, passenger service agent, security officer

Cruise - entertainment host, shore excursion manager

Holiday company head office roles - contracting

and procurement, customer service, finance, human resources, marketing, retail travel agent

Tour operations (Overseas) - children’s representative, resort reservations

Visitor attractions - host for events, entertainment, food, beverages, games or arcade, rides and attractions operator

We study in a lot of depth, and it helps us to understand how the different parts of the industry fit together and where there are common themes. For example, as part of our cabin crew unit we’ve been talking about how we would support people with hidden disabilities on an aircraft, but those ideas carry over to if you were working in a hotel or a resort.

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Apprenticeships

contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you’ll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.

It can take between one and 6 years to complete an apprenticeship depending on which one you choose, what level it is and your previous experience. It’s funded from contributions made by the government and your employer.

Why Nescot?

We’ve been running apprenticeships for more than 60 years.

Fantastic teaching facilities including a fully-equipped construction centre.

We are located just over a mile away from Epsom town centre. Mainline stations Ewell East and Ewell West are within easy walking distance from the campus. We also have a large on-site free car park for students, and secure cycle storage.

Our specialist staff have knowledge spanning many different industries.

We have excellent longstanding working relationships with local employers.

How do I apply?

You will need an employer as well as an offer from the college. If you haven’t already done so you must apply for the apprenticeship on our website.

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We have many apprenticeships for you to choose from, ranging from Business and Computing to Early Years, Carpentry and Gas Engineering.

An interview will be arranged with your Nescot assessor, who will review your qualifications and check that you meet the entry requirements for the apprenticeship you have chosen.

I never planned to be a plumber, but I was working in the office for Smith and Byford and I was really interested in what the engineers did. I looked at studying part-time, but I knew I needed the practical experience too, so doing an apprenticeship made perfect sense. The course can be hard at times, but the teaching is great and my employer is really supportive.

How do I find an employer?

As an apprentice you need to be employed for at least 30 hours per week in a relevant job. To be eligible for government funding all full-time apprentices (those that work 30 hours per week or more) must spend, as a minimum, 6 hours per week, over the planned duration of the practical period, on offthe-job training.

We can support you to find a suitable employer, but here are some of the things you can do:

Be proactive and contact local businesses that you are interested in working for to enquire if they take on apprentices.

Check out our current apprenticeship vacancies on www.nescot.ac.uk/ apprenticeshipvacancies and apply to the role you are interested in.

The Business Centre team will help you to reach local employers, and keep you informed of any vacancies.

Have a look at the national apprenticeship website www.gov.uk/applyapprenticeship to find and apply to apprenticeship vacancies in your area.

What if I already have an employer?

Please email businesscentre@nescot. ac.uk with details of your employer so that we can progress your application.

Who is eligible?

To become an apprentice with us you must:

Be 16 or older

Be legally allowed to work in the UK

Have lived in the UK for the last three years

What are the entry requirements?

Entry requirements vary between courses. You will need to show that you are interested in and committed to the course you’ve chosen. Typically you will need a GCSE Grade 4 in both English and maths.

How much will I earn?

As an apprentice you’re guaranteed to earn at least the National Minimum Wage for Apprentices. As of April 2023, this is £5.28 an hour for apprentices in their first year and/or aged under 19. There is no upper limit to what apprentices can be paid, and many are paid much more than the minimum wage.

Amber Plumbing Apprentice

How will I be taught?

An apprentice would typically spend one day a week either in college or training in the workplace and the rest of the time would be spent working on the job. At college you’ll be taught in a variety of ways, including:

Practical and theory classes

One-to-one tutorials, guidance and support

Practical and written assessments, with feedback

Being observed at work by a qualified assessor.

What will I achieve?

Apprenticeship standards provide nationally recognised evidence of achievement. Depending on the level and type of apprenticeship, upon successful completion you could receive a license to practice in your regulated

profession or a professional certificate within your vocational area. Both provide evidence of the level of competence you have achieved within your profession.

What can I progress to?

Depending on the level, you could progress to the next level apprenticeship or to Higher Education. You could look for a full-time job at your company or elsewhere. Apprentices tell us their reallife work experience helps them stand out, and improves their confidence too.

Apprenticeships on offer at Nescot

Business & Management

Level 2

Customer Service

Practitioner

Level 3

Business Administrator

Digital Marketer

Team Leader/Supervisor

Level 5

Operations/Department Manager

Construction

Level 2

Carpentry & Joinery

Level 3

Electrotechnical Installation

Gas Engineer

Plumbing & Heating

Natural Gas

Health & Social Care

Level 3

Early Years Educator

Level 5

Healthcare Play Specialist

Associate Nursing (coming soon)

Level 6

Laboratory Scientist Degree

IT

Level 2

Cyber Security Technician

Data Analyst

Digital Support Technician

Information

Communications Techician

YOU CAN APPLY VIA OUR WEBSITE

We’ll get in touch to interview you, and if you need a job we’ll refer you to the Business Centre.

Software Development Technician

Level 3

Cyber Security Technologist

Software Developer

Universitylevel progression at Nescot

Nescot has been delivering high-quality, vocationallyrelevant higher education for more than 60 years.

We’ve worked alongside employers and partner universities to design courses that ensure you gain the knowledge and practical skills you’ll need in the world of work.

We offer university-level courses from Higher National Certificate/Diploma (HNC/D) to master’s degree.

HNC/Ds make up years 1 and 2 of a bachelor’s degree. On completion of an HND or Foundation degree you may elect to top-up to a bachelor’s degree here or at one of our partner universities.

To find out more visit our website www.nescot.ac.uk/ university-level

We offer university level courses in:

Animal Management

Apprenticeships

Art & Digital Design

Business

Computing & IT

Counselling

Creative Media

Early Years

Environmental Health

Health & Social Care

Healthcare Play

Osteopathy

Performing Arts

Science

Sport & Exercise Science

Teacher Training

How to apply

Applications can be made online via our course pages. Simply click on the Apply Online button on your chosen course.

1. Explore your options

Find out more about our courses on our website. Come to an Open Event (see inside front cover) and chat to staff and current students.

2. Apply online Search for your course on our website and click ‘apply online’. You will need to have an email address to use the applicant portal. Once we’ve received your application we’ll send you a confirmation email.

3. Interview

We’ll check your application to make sure the course is right for you, and we may arrange an interview.

4. The offer

We’ll consider your application carefully and hope to be able to offer you a place. Your offer will be conditional on your GCSE grades. We might offer you an alternative and/or contact you to discuss your options.

5.

Accepting the offer

You will need to accept your offer through your applicant portal. You can only accept one offer, so if you’ve applied for more than one course you will need to decline these offers. You will need to do this within three weeks, or we cannot guarantee your place.

6. Welcome and induction event

We will invite you to a Welcome and Induction Event, usually in late June. We will be in touch with you to confirm the date.

The event will give you an opportunity to get a head start with your new course and to meet our other students.

7. Enrol

We will contact you to invite you to enrol some time between late June and August. Enrolling will confirm your place at Nescot. If your grades from GCSE or other exams aren’t what you hope for, we will offer you a place at an alternative level or help you find a different course.

8. Start

Term starts in early September. From your first day at the college we will support you to succeed and fulfil your ambitions in education.

You can get help with choosing your course at any time – Contact our Admissions team:

020 8394 3038

adviceteam@ nescot.ac.uk

How to find us

The college is in north-east Surrey, in Transport for London’s Zone 6 and served by Southern and South Western Railway. We’re a five-minute walk from Ewell East Station, and we have free secure bicycle storage and a large free car park.

Trains

Ewell West Rail Station

To Waterloo via Raynes Park and Clapham Junction

Ewell East Rail Station

To Victoria and London Bridge via Sutton and Croydon

Buses

Bus Route 408 Bus Route 166 Bus Route 470

Bus Routes E16, 406, 418 and 213

Disclaimer

This prospectus describes our courses, services and facilities. It was compiled in August 2023 and relates to the programmes we intend to offer for the year starting in September 2024. Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained is accurate at the time of printing, but the course programme is subject to continuing development and changing circumstances that may necessitate the cancellation of courses or alterations to the course content, or other related matters. Some courses described are still subject to external validation before they can be run. The college reserves the right to make any such changes with as much notice as possible. These rights shall be incorporated in any contract between the college and a student, safeguarding the college from any liability whatsoever in respect of any such changes. Some courses attract additional costs, including materials and protective clothing.