Full time course guide 2015 - 16

CITY WINNERS

BE PART OF IT

Full-time Courses and Apprenticeships Guide

CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

STUDENT LIFE

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STUDY PROGRAMMES

How to use this guide

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APPLYING

PARENTS/CARERS

Study programmes are presented in this guide in subject sections, for example, public services, science, sport and leisure. For each course, key information is provided as shown below. More detailed information can be found on the College website www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses.

ICON KEY LEVEL

DURATION

COURSE CODE

SUBJECT AREA OFFERED AS AN APPRENTICESHIP

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WELCOME Come to City College Plymouth and be part of something great - gain a qualification, work experience and employability skills, and get that job or university place.

We pride ourselves in offering our students a friendly and supportive learning environment and are totally committed to: •d eveloping high-quality courses that are well-taught, stimulating and lead to employment or a higher level course

• encouraging you to be an active member of our community and listening to your opinions

• i ncorporating employability skills and enterprise into each and every course

• celebrating the diversity of our community and welcoming everyone

•p roviding facilities and equipment that mirror the real working environment

• ensuring that you feel respected and valued and that you are not discriminated against or harassed

• e nriching your time at College with a wide-ranging programme of activities

YOUR CHOICE At 16 you have choices: these include coming to College or doing an Apprenticeship - you do not have to stay at school.

• providing a safe and healthy environment.

As a professional, vocational and technical college, all our courses and study programmes have an employability focus. Using our strong links with industry, we give our students access to work experience opportunities and potential employment upon successful completion of their course/study programme. We ensure that our students leave us prepared to make the most of every opportunity that presents itself and are able to make a contribution, from day one, to their community and workplace.

“I wish you success in your studies and hope your time with the College is enjoyable.”

Phil Davies Principal & Chief Executive

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT COURSE Study programmes

If you are aged 16 to 18 you will enrol on a study programme, which is made up of 600 hours per year and includes: • a full-time course or Apprenticeship qualification at level 1, 2 or 3 in your chosen subject • help to complete GCSEs in English and maths (if you didn’t achieve grades A*-C at school) • other non-qualification activities, such as tutorial time, study skills, enterprise activities, work experience and help with applying for further courses or jobs.

How do I decide which is the right course for me?

There is a lot to think about when choosing which career you would like to follow and many things can affect your decision. Look through our courses and ask yourself: • what are my qualifications?

• what subjects do I enjoy?

• do I prefer a practical, hands-on approach or a more academic route?

• what are my hobbies and interests?

• what do I want to do after College?

If you are not sure which course is right for you, contact theinfospace team on 01752 305803.

They will talk to you about your interests and expected grades, allowing you to explore all the options available to you.

Alternatively, you can attend one of our open days or join a course taster session during the October and February half term weeks. See the back cover for details.

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ENGLISH AND MATHS Know what you want to study but need to boost your English and maths grades?

Employers frequently stress the importance of good levels of English and maths, and they are recognised as being vital to the world of work.

If you didn’t achieve a grade C or above in GCSE English or maths at school, then City College will support you to improve your grades. As part of your study programme, you will complete GCSEs or functional skills in English and/or maths alongside your core professional, vocational and technical qualifications or Apprenticeship programme.

Dylan Lamerton, 17, studied at Saltash.net and St Boniface before joining the College to study health and social care. As part of his course, he studied English and maths functional skills.

If you didn’t achieve a grade C or above in GCSE English or maths at school, then City College will support you to improve your grades

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Dylan explained: “I failed my English and maths at school, so had to make up the grades for my course. Studying them at the College is much more fun. The subjects just seem to make more sense and I understand them better.

“The lecturers are really friendly and support you through everything, even if it’s personal or family problems. You know you’ve always got help if you need it.”

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Dylan has an interest in mental health and would like to combine this with a career in the army.

He concluded: “I’m starting my level 2 studies next year, and want to progress to level 3 so I can go to university.

I’d like to have the experience of living away from home before joining the army.”

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“The lecturers are really friendly and support you through everything, even if it’s personal or family problems.”

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COURSE LEVEL GUIDE This is a general guide - some courses may have specific entry requirements. Please see our website www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses or contact our Careers team on 01752 305803 for more detailed information.

PREDICTED/CURRENT QUALIFICATIONS

THE LEVEL OF COURSE FOR YOU

No formal qualifications or GCSE grades E-G

THE QUALIFICATIONS YOU COULD STUDY FOR AT THE COLLEGE

WHAT YOU COULD DO NEXT

Entry Level or Level 1

• Entry level course

• Level 1 course

• Level 1 course

• Level 2 course

Five GCSE grades E or above, or an appropriate level 1 qualification

Level 2

• Level 2 course

• Level 3 course

• Intermediate Apprenticeship

• Advanced Apprenticeship

Five GCSE grades A*-C or an appropriate level 2 qualification

Level 3

• Traineeship

• Higher education

• Level 3 Subsidiary and Extended Diploma • Access to Higher Education • Apprenticeship

A Level passes or an appropriate level 3 qualification

Level 4

Appropriate level 4 qualification

Level 5

• Higher education

• Foundation Degree • Higher National Certificate • Higher level Apprenticeship

• Foundation Degree

• Masters Degree

• Higher National Diploma

• Postgraduate and professional qualifications

• Higher level Apprenticeship

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STUDENT LIFE Being a student is not just about learning - it’s about getting involved, enjoying yourself and making new friends. Be part of it!

The College runs events and activities throughout the year to promote local and national issues and to support you with your progression either on to employment, higher education or further study programmes. We give you the chance to get involved with what happens at your College, make the most of your free time, try something new and have some fun!

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STUDENT LIFE Students’ Union

Sports Academies

Joining the College means you have access to the Students’ Union (SU). The SU runs events and activities throughout the year to promote local and national issues. You will also have the opportunity to get your views on the College heard through their ‘Student Voice’ initiatives, enjoy your free time and make some new friends!

The College runs Sports Academies in football and basketball, so you can combine expert coaching and fitness conditioning with a full-time study programme.

In partnership with Plymouth Argyle, we offer gifted footballers a unique Football Scholarship Programme. If your talent lies in basketball, you can join our Plymouth Raiders Elite Performance Academy, which is now an approved provider of Advanced Apprenticeships for Sporting Excellence. Call 01752 305300 and ask for a copy of our sports brochure for more information.

Student Liaison team Our Student Liaison team provides support to ensure you enjoy your time at the College, keep on track and achieve your qualification. They listen to your suggestions to create a year-long programme of enrichment activities - everything from circus skills to Zumba! There are also various sporting events organised by our Sport England funded College Sports Maker.

Childcare Student Centres Your space to hang out - there’s pool, music, Wii consoles, craft workshops and lots more. There are Student Centres at each main site, and this is where you can find the SU and Student Liaison teams.

Learning Support services Our specialist learning support team can help you if you have a disability, learning difficulty or health issue that could affect your success whilst you study. The team can assess your learning needs to ensure we organise the appropriate support whilst you are at College.

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Our outstanding nurseries let parents focus on their studies safe in the knowledge that their children (six months to school entry age) are being looked after in a stimulating and caring environment.

Most students will be eligible for help with childcare costs please contact the Student Funding team on 01752 305381 for advice and guidance.

Both our nurseries (Kings Road and Goschen) were graded ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent Ofsted inspections. For full reports visit www.ofsted.gov.uk.

Application forms are available from the nurseries.

Call 01752 305345 or visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/ curiouskittens for more information.

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CITY EARNERS

BE PART OF IT WITH OUR APPRENTICESHIPS What is an Apprenticeship?

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What are the Benefits?

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How do I Become an Apprentice?

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Apprenticeship Programmes Available

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The achievement of our apprentices is 15% higher than the national benchmark

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APPRENTICESHIPSAPPRENTICESHIPS

Business and Enterprise courses

WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP? An Apprenticeship is a practical, recognised training programme supported by your employer and the College. You earn a wage and get on-the-job training from your workplace, so they are a great way to get work experience and a qualification at the same time.

There are three different types of Apprenticeship: intermediate level, advanced level and higher level. More about them later!

How does it work?

How much will I earn?

• You can expect to work between 30 and 40 hours per week (including time spent at the College) and be paid a wage.

On average, apprentices earn around £150 per week - which, in addition to all of the other benefits, is pretty good!

• The majority of apprentices spend four days a week with their employer, and one day at the College.

• You will be entitled to at least 20 days paid holiday each year.

Where will an Apprenticeship take me?

With an Apprenticeship you can:

• Most of your training will be in the workplace, but you may need to come into College for assessment, or on a dayrelease basis.

• get a job - your industry experience and professional, vocational and technical qualifications are highly valued by employers

• You will be visited regularly in your workplace by a member of College staff to keep you on the right track and support you to complete your Apprenticeship programme.

• consider further study - work your way through the NVQ diploma levels to improve your qualifications and employability

What qualifications will I get?

During your Apprenticeship you will work towards an NVQ qualification. The type and level of qualification will depend on what kind of Apprenticeship you are on.

• apply for university - depending on the course and university, an advanced level Apprenticeship is broadly considered equivalent to studying for A Levels.

You may also gain functional skills qualifications in maths, English and ICT, and additional qualifications, including a Technical Certificate relating to your subject area. All brilliant for boosting your CV!

APPRENTICESHIP LEVEL

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship

NVQ Diploma Level 2 One to two year programme

Advanced Level Apprenticeship

NVQ Diploma Level 3 Two to four year programme

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Various qualifications at level 4/5 including HNC, HND or Foundation Degree (two to four year programme)

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•E arn a wage whilst gaining a nationally-recognised qualification - apprentices with City College Plymouth can earn up to £14k annually.

•L earn in a practical, hands-on way.

•Y ou will learn job-specific skills - everything you learn will be directly relevant to your chosen career.

•A n Apprenticeship is great value for money.

-U nder 19? The cost of your study programme is paid for by the Government so you won’t need to pay a thing.

- Over 19? Your Apprenticeship could be part-funded by yourself, your employer or a mixture of both. You may also qualify for help towards the cost, depending on your age.

• The costs are spread out over the course of your study, meaning you’ll finish your Apprenticeship debt-free.

• Apprentices finish their study programme with fantastic job prospects. You will already have built-up a great relationship with your employer, have a couple of years’ industry experience under your belt and a range of skills that employers need.

HOW DO I BECOME AN APPRENTICE? It’s easy to start your career as an apprentice with City College Plymouth …

What job do you want to do?

Choose something that you enjoy and that you feel would make a good career choice.

Already found or in a job?

If you’re already in employment - great, you’ve got a head start! We will need to complete relevant health and safety checks and also ensure that the company will cover the relevant Apprenticeship programme criteria. Get your application in to us now!

1 Speak to the Work-based Learning team at the College.

They are in contact with huge numbers of employers across Devon and Cornwall, and may be able to match you to a job in your chosen industry. E-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk or call 01752 305300.

2 Search for a vacancy online. Our Apprenticeship vacancies are advertised on the City College Plymouth website www.cityplym.ac.uk/subject-areas/apprenticeships.

3 Approach an employer directly. If you have a clear career goal in mind, and know a business where you feel you have something to offer, why not approach them yourself?

Not yet found an employer?

Can I apply even if I don’t have a job?

Don’t worry - there are several ways to go about finding an employer to take you on as an apprentice.

Yes. Don’t let it hold you back - we can get the ball rolling while you are looking.

How do I apply?

1 Complete the application form enclosed in this guide.

2 Return it to the freepost address at the top of the form.

3 College staff process your application.

4 Initial checks are made to ensure you are eligible for an Apprenticeship.

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5 You are invited to the College for some assessments to check that your numeracy, literacy and ICT skills are at the level required for your Apprenticeship.

6 College staff check that you are suitable for your chosen vocational area.

7 Once the Apprenticeship offer is confirmed by you, the employer and the College, a date will be agreed for you to start ‘earning and learning’.

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APPRENTICESHIPS

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE CAREER PATH

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Warehousing and Storage Operations

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Construction and the Building Trades Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations

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Installing Electro Technical Systems and Equipment

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Engineering, Automotive and Marine Boat Outfitting

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CAREER PATH

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Hairdressing

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Nail Technology

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Hospitality and Catering Food and Beverage Service

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Food Production and Cooking

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Front of House

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Hospitality Services

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Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Housekeeping

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Professional Cookery

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Media and Computing Information Technology - Application Specialist

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IT Software, Web and Telecoms Professionals

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Science Dental Nursing

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More information on these programmes can be found in the study programme section of this guide. Apprenticeships are identified with this symbol . You can also find detailed information on our website - www.cityplym.ac.uk/subject-areas/ apprenticeships.

CITY WINNERS Jonathan Fownes, 18, is currently employed at the high-end hair and beauty establishment, A Salon Called Fish. He completed his two year Apprenticeship at the salon and is now undertaking a year as a groomer before becoming a fully qualified hairdresser.

Jonathan Fownes

Jonathan said: “I applied for an Apprenticeship at A Salon Called Fish as I’d always been interested in hair. I’ve always loved creating new looks and changing appearances, and hairdressing allows this creative side of me to shine through. I don’t learn well in a classroom environment, so an Apprenticeship and learning on-the-job in the salon was ideal for me.”

Like most apprentices, Jonathan spent one day a week at the College, training and making new friends who shared his interests.

JONATHAN’S EMPLOYER, ROB, SAID: “ I was an apprentice myself, so I know the benefits of hands-on learning. From an employer’s point of view, if they come on board and are 100% committed from the beginning, you can really motivate that person and they can go far.”

Jonathan continued: “The time I spent at the College gave me a great variety of skills to use in the workplace. It was great to be earning a wage and learning at the same time as it made me more independent.

“I wasn’t very confident when I first started College or my Apprenticeship. I’d get freaked out just doing a blow dry! I look back now and think of how much I have progressed since I started thanks to the College and the guys in the salon. My transformation over the two years has been great and it’s not just me who has noticed.”

NOT SURE AN APPRENTICESHIP IS RIGHT FOR YOU? TRY A TRAINEESHIP! As a professional, vocational and technical college, we offer a range of alternative training programmes, including Traineeships - an education and training programme with work experience which gives you the skills and experience that employers want.

Lasting between six weeks to six months, you’ll get work experience, preparation training, English and maths support and other employability skills. A Traineeship is a great way to prepare for work or an Apprenticeship, build on your CV and boost your confidence!

You could be suitable for a Traineeship if you are: • aged 16-18 and are qualified below level 3 (A Level equivalent), or aged 19-23 and qualified below level 2 (GCSE equivalent) • unemployed (or working less than 16 hours per week) and have little work experience • motivated to work.

To find out more call 01752 856827 or e-mail wbld@cityplym.ac.uk.

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• Business and Enterprise

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• Childcare, Health and Social Care

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• Construction

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• Engineering, Automotive and Marine

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• Hair and Beauty

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• Hospitality and Catering

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• Media, Games and Computing

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• Performing Arts and Music

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• Preparation for Life and Work

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• Public Services

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• Science

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• Sport and Leisure

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• Travel and Tourism

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• Access to Higher Education Courses

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CITY HIGH FLYERS

FIND OUT MORE To get a feel for what it’s like to be an Access student at City College check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ cityplymaccess

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ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION Access to Higher Education courses are specially designed to give you the skills and qualifications you need to progress to university-level study if you have not been in education for a few years.

GCSEs

Our students have been impressed with the support they have received from their tutors and peers, as well as the knowledge they have gained, and have an increased confidence in their own abilities. They also say that, despite all the hard work, returning to learn has been fun!

The College offers a number of Access to Higher Education courses on a parttime basis. Please see www.cityplym. ac.uk/courses for more information.

Entry requirements for Access courses To succeed, you need to be committed to your studies and focused on your career choice. This route is designed for adult students (19+).

Funding is not available for those aged 18 and under, and we would recommend that alternative vocational qualifications are considered to support progression onto further or higher education and employment.

93% of students receive an offer to university* *Students who achieved an Access Diploma, 2013/14

All Access courses require level 1/2 achievement in maths (course dependent) and level 2 in English. This may be a grade C or above in GCSE English and C/D in maths, a level 1/2 qualification or equivalent. Please contact us for an assessment if you are unsure if you have the appropriate qualifications to meet the entry criteria.

Entry requirements for international students The College welcomes applications from international students, however you are strongly recommended to clarify with your chosen university your responsibilities as an international student. You may be required to complete an IELTS or CEFR recognised equivalent test score exam prior to interview or record IELTS 5.5 on your application. There may also be funding implications relating to your international student status.

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Please note that Access courses do not include GCSE equivalent qualifications in maths, English or science. If these are an entry requirement for your chosen higher education course, you can either study these before, alongside or after completing your Access course. City College offers part-time GCSEs in these subjects as twilight and evening classes.

Please check our website for further details.

24+ Advanced Learning Loans If you are aged 24 or over, you can apply for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan to cover the fees for an Access to Higher Education course. If you progress and complete a university-level (higher education) course, you will not have to pay back your 24+ Advanced Learning Loan!

For more information, visit our website www.cityplym.ac.uk/24+loans or call the Student Funding team on 01752 305381.

ANCILLARY COURSE FEE For some of our courses you will be required to pay a yearly ancillary course fee (a contribution towards the materials you will be supplied with) for books, equipment and costs for course trips. The maximum fee you will be expected to pay is ÂŁ40 per year.

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Access courses introduce you to university-level skills and develop your knowledge of your chosen discipline. You will be guided through the process of choosing the most appropriate course and institution, and be fully supported throughout the application process. City College has good links with local and national universities, and there will be opportunities to hear from admissions tutors and visit local university open days.

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION Level: 3 Duration: 1 year

COURSE TITLE

COURSE CODE

SUGGESTED PROGRESSION ROUTES

Art and Design

ADFT

Art and design, fine art, graphics

Behavioural Science

SOCFT

Law, criminology, criminal justice studies, police, public services

Biopsychology

BIOFT

Biopsychology, neuroscience, crisis intervention, biology, psychology

Computing

CMPFT

Computing, software development, computer hardware systems

Creative Arts

CRAFT

Music, drama, dance, community arts

English Language and Literature

LCHFT

English, journalism, anthropology, classical civilisation, creative writing

Media

MEFT

Media, journalism, film, radio

Nursing

CANFT

Adult, child and mental health nursing, midwifery, neonatal care

Science

BCMFT

Biology, physics, chemistry, marine science, general life science, forensic science, radiography, biomedical science, environmental science, geology, pharmaceuticals, dental nursing, veterinary, astrophysics

Science and Engineering

SCEFT

Engineering (marine, civil and mechanical), physics, chemistry, maths, building surveying, aerospace and aeronautical engineering, automotive engineering, construction management

Science and Psychology

SCIFT

Psychology, biology, neuroscience, crisis intervention

Social Science

PSYFT

Psychology, sociology, philosophy, ethics

Social Work

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Children and community, childhood studies, health and society, social policy, community welfare

Teaching

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Primary teaching, secondary teaching, education studies, childhood studies

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“I want to know more about the human mind and behaviour and develop new skills to make a Childcare Healthinand Social Care courses difference people’s lives.”

STUDY PROGRAMMES

Erica Safari-Omoigui

Erica, 39, has secured a place at Plymouth University to study mental health nursing.

Erica came to Plymouth from Nigeria to join her husband and was working as a healthcare assistant in a residential home before she applied to join the Access to Nursing course at the College. Returning as a mature student, Erica was expecting it to be easy and familiar, however she was glad to find the course still challenged her.

She said: “I wouldn’t have had it any other way because now I know that there’s nothing I will face at university that I won’t be prepared for.

At school, they just teach you to pass exams, but this course has taught me how to do proper research, write essays and learn beyond the subject.

“I want to know more about the human mind and behaviour and develop new skills to make a difference in people’s lives, so I would like a career in mental health. I’m so grateful to the staff at the College for helping me with my UCAS application. They help you with your applications, guide you through your course and assignments and support you in every way what more can one wish for?”

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CITY LEADERS

FIND OUT MORE To get a feel for what it’s like to be a business and enterprise student at City College check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ cityplymbusiness

CAREERS IN THE BUSINESS INDUSTRY Accountant • Administration manager • Banking operative • Buyer for a retailer • Customer service supervisor • Entrepreneur - run your own business • Finance manager • General manager Human resources officer • Marketing or public relations officer • Retail manager • Sales manager

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BUSINESS AND ENTERPRISE Business is a vast sector, with positions available in nearly all types of organisations: from market stalls to international corporations. Whether you want to concentrate your energies on marketing, sales or accountancy, or decide to spread your wings a little further into human resources or international business, we can train you in the key business fundamentals so that you will be capable and confident in tackling any challenge.

CALLING ALL CITY LEADERS Their expert knowledge will support you to develop your own skills and help you grow your own business.

ANCILLARY COURSE FEE

You’ll also get involved in a range of business enterprise and charity fundraising projects to help you develop good communication and presentation skills, self-motivation and discipline - all highly valued by employers.

For some of our courses you will be required to pay a yearly ancillary course fee (a contribution towards the materials you will be supplied with) for books, equipment and costs for course trips. The maximum fee you will be expected to pay is £47 per year.

Your progression with City College Plymouth INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Business Diploma

Business Diploma/Extended Diploma

Accounting and Finance Foundation Degree

Apprenticeship

Enterprise Skills in Business Diploma

Business Foundation Degree

Apprenticeship

Business Management Foundation Degree Business Marketing Foundation Degree

From every level you could start a career in business and enterprise

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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Our range of highly regarded business and enterprise study programmes will take you from a raw recruit through to universitylevel. You’ll get a solid grounding in all aspects of business, so you will be fully prepared for your career. Our team of business lecturers have a wealth of industry experience and are up-to-date with current business, management, marketing and enterprise practice.

Business and Enterprise 2

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DIP1 BDF

Business Whatever your business aspirations - whether you would like to run your own enterprise, work for a multinational, or help a small business to grow - this study programme will uncover business techniques to help you on your way. The study programme will be project-led, where you can evidence your learning and skills through running your own team enterprise and visiting Plymouth businesses.

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Enterprise Skills in Business

Our Business Management Foundation Degree will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that employers need for future managers and leaders locally, nationally and internationally.

Employability in future management and leadership roles is a key aspect of the programme which will equip and assist you to enhance your employment opportunities, and/or allow you to prepare for a career in management. The range of subjects covered has a clear emphasis on developing your management skills and the knowledge relevant to the world of work.

If you are looking for a more handson business route, one that will get you meeting and working with people from a range of organisations, then this is the ideal choice for you. The core project will see you working on a new business opportunity for a City business. This is a great chance to put real work experience on your CV alongside gaining a clear understanding of how businesses operate and develop.

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On this study programme, we develop your interest in business even further.

We will expand your knowledge to take in more complicated issues - such as investigating business activity, developing customer relations and planning financial control. By the end of the first year, you will complete the subsidiary diploma which will enable you to progress to the extended diploma.

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Accounting and Finance

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Business Marketing This Foundation Degree is designed to produce qualified, employment-ready graduates who can play a leading role in marketing in a wide range of businesses. It provides a broad based syllabus, specialising in marketing and offering a variety of business subjects.

The range of subjects studied will teach you to become flexible, astute and adept at communicating with both customers and staff. Your marketing skills will be highly sought after in the private, public and voluntary sectors.

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Our Foundation Degree is designed to help you become a suitably qualified, employment-ready graduate who can play a leading role in a variety of business related careers. A wide range of subjects are studied with a choice of modules, allowing you to choose and develop areas that may interest you and enable you to gain the knowledge and skills relevant to many different career paths.

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Fundraising and other business course activities have helped James to grow and develop his skills and confidence.

James, 17, explained: “I’ve always been fine with the academic side of things, but the social aspects of starting College made me quite nervous.

I assumed that because Plymouth was a big city that I wouldn’t be able to make friends, but it really wasn’t the case. It’s great to have people to socialise with in the breaks or for a quick game of ping pong!

“The business course is fantastic - we go on lots of trips, getting to see how businesses work behind the scenes. It has challenged me by putting me out of my comfort zone, but I think it has been really good for me and has improved my confidence.”

James would like to progress to the level three diploma in September.

He explained: “When I was at school, I just assumed it was a process of school, sixth form, then university, because they didn’t really inform you about other options like going to a further education college. I’m just glad I have the confidence now to be able to make those decisions and take advantage of the opportunities available.”

James Lillie

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CITY CARERS

CAREERS IN THE CHILDCARE, HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE INDUSTRIES Care assistant • Children’s holiday representative • Learning support assistant • Midwife • Nanny • Nurse Nursery nurse • Occupational therapist • Paediatric nurse • Paramedic • Physiotherapist • Playgroup assistant • Play worker • Probation officer • Social worker • Support worker • Teacher • Teaching assistant

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CHILDCARE, HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE Careers in childcare and health and social care are some of the most rewarding. With jobs in both the NHS and the private sector widely available, healthcare is a major employer in the UK and particularly in the South West. City College will help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become successful in this growing sector, whether that’s starting your career or continuing your studies at university.

For young and old, you can make real and positive differences to peoples’ lives as a caring, proficient and experienced practitioner. Our study programmes combine both theory and practical hands-on learning, in the classroom, in our simulated nursery and through work placements.

With excellent links with local employers, you’ll get the very best work placement and career opportunities. The team has access to innovative resources, including simulated practical areas for both childcare and health and social care, which enable students to develop practical skills from their theoretical learning.

Gain invaluable skills, build your confidence and get full support from our experienced team, who have been practitioners in various care professions and recently won a national Silver Pearson Teaching Award for Outstanding Further Education Team.

We help you apply for your mandatory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, so you can take full advantage of work placements in the local community and fundraising or volunteering opportunities for local and national charities.

ANCILLARY COURSE FEE

For some of our courses you will be required to pay a yearly ancillary course fee (a contribution towards the materials you will be supplied with) for books, equipment and costs for course trips. The maximum fee you will be expected to pay is £50 per year.

Your progression with City College Plymouth ENTRY LEVEL (E)

FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

Health and Social Care, and Childcare Diploma

Health and Social Care Award/Certificate/ Diploma

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Skills in Childcare Diploma

Childcare and Education Diploma

Early Years Foundation Degree (part-time)

Skills in Health and Social Care Diploma

Health and Social Care Subsidiary/Extended Diploma

Health and Social Care Foundation Degree

Apprenticeship

Access to Higher Education (see page 16)

From every level you could start a career in the childcare, health and social care industries

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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CALLING ALL CITY CARERS

Childcare, Health and Social Care E

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Health and Social Care, and Childcare

Skills in Health and Social Care

Are you a caring person who would like to look after children, the elderly or disabled people but not sure which route would be best? Then this is the study programme for you! It is an introduction to the caring services, exploring all areas of health, social care and children’s services, and will provide you with the underpinning knowledge and skills needed to work in the industry.

Do you really care? This study programme is specifically designed to provide you with the knowledge and understanding required to either immediately work in or progress to study further in a career within health and social care. Throughout the year you will cover units specific to the care sector, in particular older care, together with opportunities to enhance your transferable employability skills.

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Skills in Childcare This qualification is intended to provide you with a broad introduction to the childcare sector, equipping you with the underpinning knowledge and skills specific to the sector, alongside a range of transferable employability skills. It is designed to support progression to further learning and, ultimately, to employment within the childcare industry.

2 YEARS

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Health and Social Care Equivalent to three A Levels, our study programme has been created to give you a broad understanding of the health and social care sector in a very practical way. By asking you to work on small research projects and your own work placement, you will apply your technical knowledge to real life work situations.

Check out page 68 for our new Health and Wellbeing Foundation Degree

Health and Social Care If you know that you want to work in the caring professions, but are unsure whether to work in health care, social care or childcare, then this study programme will help you make that choice. It’s an introductory study programme that will develop your caring skills and qualities in preparation for progression within your chosen career.

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Childcare and Education

Health and Social Care

(Early Years Educator)

This Foundation Degree will enable aspiring professionals to develop knowledge and professional practical skills through a range of fields under the health and social care umbrella, including both child and adult elements. You will be required to combine theoretical learning with the professional element through attendance of a voluntary placement or paid employment.

If you are interested in listening, communicating and encouraging children, caring for children and babies, creative playwork and supporting parents and teachers, then check out our study programme! We will teach you the theory and practical skills to work competently, safely and effectively in a supervisory role within a wide range of settings with other professional groups. When you complete this study programme, you can either go straight into work or continue your training further.

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“The course gave me an insight into working with children that I believe really helped to get me where I am now.”

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Ellie Hallett

Ellie, 19, is a part-time childcare assistant at Curious Kittens Day Nursery in Devonport, but City College Plymouth is where it all began.

After completing her GCSEs, Ellie realised school wasn’t for her and decided to see what City College had to offer.

She said: “I didn’t want to do A Levels, and I knew the childcare route was something that I wanted to go down, as it’s something I have always been very passionate about.

“I loved coming to College, and it’s something that I still miss today. I made lots of friends who I am still in contact with. During the course we had the opportunity to undertake work experience, which really added to my skills base and even resulted in a couple of part-time roles in between my College courses.”

Ellie is currently in her first year studying an Early Childhood Studies Degree at Plymouth University, where she is doing really well and working hard to gain the qualifications required in order to support her career as a children’s play specialist.

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CITY BUILDERS

To get a feel for what it’s like to be a construction student at City College check out our Facebook pages: www.facebook.com/ cityplympaintinganddecorating www.facebook.com/cityplymwoodtrades www.facebook.com/cityplymplastering www.facebook.com/cityplymbricklaying www.facebook.com/cityplymplumbing

CAREERS IN CONSTRUCTION (TRADITIONAL, PROFESSIONAL AND BUILDING SERVICES) Bricklayer • Carpenter • Civil engineer • Electrician • Gas engineer • Painter and decorator Plasterer • Plumber • Site foreman • Surveyor

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CONSTRUCTION

(TRADITIONAL, PROFESSIONAL AND BUILDING SERVICES) Construction is the UK’s largest industry, offering many satisfying and rewarding job opportunities. With the City Council’s Plymouth Employment Report predicting that 10,000 new construction jobs will be created over the next ten years, our trained graduates are in demand!

CALLING ALL CITY BUILDERS Our strong links with local and national construction employers guarantees reallife experience through work placements and hands-on community-based projects, ensuring you are ‘job ready’ when you leave us.

Be part of it - City College construction students from different disciplines have completely renovated the reptile house at Dartmoor Zoo, worked with HMS Raleigh to build a training facility at Tregantle Fort and competed in national competitions.

OPPORTUNITIES

As part of your study programme you will be given the opportunity to gain a CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card, which will give you the qualification required to work on a construction site.

Your progression with City College Plymouth FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

Bricklaying Diploma

Bricklaying Diploma

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Civil Engineering Foundation Degree

Bricklaying Diploma Construction and the Built Environment Diploma

Building Services Engineering (Plumbing and Electrical) Certificate

Painting and Decorating Diploma

Painting and Decorating Diploma

Construction Foundation Degree

Construction Skills Award

Plastering Diploma

Plastering Diploma

Apprenticeship

Painting and Decorating Diploma

Plumbing and Heating Diploma

Plumbing and Heating Diploma

Plastering Diploma

Wood Occupations Diploma

Wood Occupations Diploma

Wood Occupations Diploma

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

From every level you could start a career in the construction (traditional, professional and building services)

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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All construction students have access to industry-standard workshop facilities, equipping you with the skills needed for your future employment. You’ll be able to try out your new found skills on our construction site and state-of-theart ABB Energy Centre for the latest technologies in renewable energy. Get the technical skills you need, and learn about sustainable building practices, running projects, managing people, and developing your own business.

Construction

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Construction Skills

Plastering

Want to work in the construction sector but not yet employed? Then this is the study programme for you!

It’s a hands-on study programme in a realistic environment that covers the theory and practice of bricklaying in our fully equipped workshops. You’ll learn how to build structures, handle and store resources, work as part of a team, prepare bricklaying materials and components, and learn about onsite health and safety.

If you enjoy all aspects of construction and want to develop your knowledge of all trades, or if you are unsure of which particular trade you want to go into, then this study programme could be perfect for you! It covers all areas of construction, including plastering, painting and decorating, carpentry, brickwork and plumbing. It will teach you about basic construction techniques and skills and the various materials used.

Plastering is an art. Ask anyone who has tried to do it for themselves and failed. It takes skill and lots and lots of practice to create a smooth, even finish that will protect and enhance walls.

This study programme will teach you about basic plastering techniques, the various materials used and allow you to practise your skills in a simulated working environment.

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Building Services Engineering (Plumbing and Electrical) Want a career in building services engineering but not sure which area to go into? This study programme will give you a flavour of the skills involved in four different areas plumbing, electrotechnical, heating and ventilating, and refrigeration and air conditioning. Find out what you enjoy, and then you can progress on to a specialist qualification in your chosen field, before eventually moving into a rewarding career.

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Do you enjoy practical work, using your hands, solving detailed problems, and working outdoors? Then take a look at this study programme! It will teach you the techniques used in all aspects of basic carpentry. You will learn about setting up your workspace, the different techniques you can call upon and the specific tools you need.

If you are interested in painting and decorating, but are not yet employed, then this could be the study programme for you. On our study programme, you will learn all aspects of safety (because you will often be working at height), how to deal with hazardous wastes, the value of surface preparation, which paints and finishes to use, and which tools and techniques are most appropriate.

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A wide range of courses across the construction and building trades sector

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Bricklaying

Plastering

Wood Occupations

Keen to take your practical craftsmanship and technical know-how skills to the next level? Want to keep up with current practices and new techniques? Our study programme will teach you sound principles and best practice for site brickwork and bricklaying. It will develop your craft skills to work at recognised industrial standards within the bricklaying trade.

You will learn new masonry, block work and brickwork skills as well as developing those skills learnt at level 1.

This study programme will equip you with the skills you need to enter the plastering industry, giving you a nationally recognised qualification.

You’ve already learnt the first steps in plastering and have had plenty of practice. Now, because you want to increase your skills, you will learn in more detail about fixing dry lining, plasterboard products, interiors and producing plaster components.

Practical carpentry and joinery skills are in high demand and our hands-on study programme will develop your basic skills further. We will expand and improve your planning, managing and organising skills, and show you how to avoid work-related accidents and taking unnecessary risks. You will learn how to get along with many different people in different situations, particularly when under pressure and working to deadlines.

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Plumbing and Heating

Bricklaying

You’ve already learnt the first steps in painting and decorating and have had plenty of practice. Now, because you might soon be employed on larger commercial developments or on smaller-scale domestic properties, we aim to introduce you to the planning, organisational and practical skills needed to complete projects, as well as helping you to advance your hands-on technical skills.

Cause a splash - open the door to a rewarding career opportunity! This study programme will equip you with the basic skills and knowledge you need to gain entry into the plumbing industry. You will learn the basics of installation, servicing and maintenance of a variety of plumbing, heating and ventilation systems (including bathroom and central heating systems) and gain a nationally recognised diploma.

Do you want to be a skilled craftsperson who can provide complex skills on-site or who is called upon to produce interesting and decorative effects in the laying of bricks and blocks? This study programme is designed to further develop your skills and knowledge, enabling you to work to an advanced level in the industry.

The main subjects covered include handling and storing resources and decorative and complex walling.

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Construction and the Built Environment Construction is a wide-ranging profession with many disciplines.

If you’re looking to get a job in architecture, building management, surveying, quantity surveying, structural or civil engineering, project management or estates management, then this course will give you the skills you need to start your career in the technical and professional disciplines of the construction industry. You will learn about how buildings are constructed, sustainability, renewable energy and different material’s properties. The study programme involves an element of practical work associated with surveying and the setting out of buildings.

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Painting and Decorating This study programme is designed for those aspiring to further develop their skills to work at an advanced level in the industry. You will learn various traditional and modern techniques in paint application, specialist wall coverings and decorative finishes in order to produce high standards of work. The study programme consists of 80% practical-based activities in the College’s modern and extremely well resourced workshop facilities.

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Plastering

Civil Engineering

This study programme will provide you with the advanced skills you need to gain employment in the plastering industry, as well as a nationally recognised qualification which you could use to progress to higher education. As well as advancing your technical abilities and skills, we will teach you how to contribute to the planning, organisation, monitoring, control and evaluation of operational activities in the workplace.

Civil engineers help to create the structures and systems that sustain our society. They are responsible for designing, building, maintaining and improving structures such as bridges, roads, canals, docks, office buildings, hospitals, schools, airports, power stations, railways, flood defences and water-treatment facilities. This course is rooted in real-world practice, where you will interpret civil engineering problems, design and construct solutions, and put them to the test!

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Plumbing and Heating

Our strong links with local and national construction employers guarantees real-life experience through work placements

Expand your plumbing knowledge and strengthen your professional profile by gaining a nationally recognised diploma.

This study programme will equip you with the advanced skills and knowledge to enhance your employment opportunities within the plumbing industry. The study programme covers complex plumbing and heating systems, including water regulations, unvented domestic hot water systems, energy efficiency, gas principles and environmental technology systems.

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Wood Occupations

Construction

Become a skilled craftsperson that can provide complex skills on-site or can be called upon to produce interesting and decorative effects with wood. This advanced study programme will show you how. The main subjects covered include handling and storing resources, contributing to work relationships (site management), preparing materials for use, advanced first and second fixing, and complex structural carcassing.

This Foundation Degree is designed for those who are aspiring to work in the construction industry in a range of roles including site managers, site engineers, quantity surveyors, building surveyors and architectural technologists. Lecturers include professionally qualified and experienced architects, engineers and project managers; so you can be assured of gaining an industryrelevant, employment-focused qualification.

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“The lecturers help you settle in and the College has a very welcoming feel to it.”

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Attending the College’s open day was the start of a new career for Billie-Jay, 23.

She said: “I already felt part of something the first time I walked into the College. I was able to see all the options available to me and get the information that I needed all in one hit. It was at this point that I decided I wanted to go down the construction route, and I enrolled on the Level 2 Plumbing and Heating course.”

After a break, Billie-Jay was slightly apprehensive about returning to full-time education. She said: “I don’t know what I was worried about.

The lecturers help you settle in and the College has a very welcoming feel to it.

“I’ve learnt so much on this course. I’ve really got a taste for plumbing and I don’t want to stop learning - it’s what I enjoy! I like the idea that I can create a fully functional system for someone, and I look back and I think: I did that. For me, it’s exciting.

“I want to work on bigger structures in the future - bigger pipework and bigger gas installations. I’m going to continue to work as hard as I can to gain access to a career in marine engineering, which would be my ultimate goal.”

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To get a feel for what it’s like to be an engineering, automotive or marine student at City College check out our Facebook pages: www.facebook.com/cityplymengineering www.facebook.com/cityplymautomotive

CAREERS IN THE ENGINEERING, AUTOMOTIVE AND MARINE INDUSTRIES Automotive technicians (car and motorcycle) • Boat builders • Boat outfitters • Design engineers Electrical engineers • Electrical maintenance engineers • Electronic engineers • Fabricators Marine engineers • Mechanical engineers • Pipe fitters • Scientists • Toolmakers • Welders

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ENGINEERING, AUTOMOTIVE AND MARINE Engineers help shape the world around us. From cars to computers, boats to brain scanners, and sports equipment to satellites, engineers have used their expertise to design, develop and manufacture almost everything we use in our everyday lives. By 2022, Engineering UK forecasts that there’ll be 257,000 engineering vacancies in the UK, so engineering graduates are very much in demand!

CALLING ALL CITY ENGINEERS We are investing in our engineers with our recently renovated state-of-the-art workshops which simulate the real-life working environment, including a working vehicle repair garage, machine shop, fabrication and welding facilities, as well as the ABB Energy Centre for the latest technologies in renewable energy and plans for a new centre for excellence in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

All our tutors have industry experience and will fully prepare you to enter the industry with the necessary skills and training employers want.

Your progression with City College Plymouth ENTRY LEVEL (E)

FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

Motor Vehicle Diploma

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Electrical Engineering Diploma/Extended Diploma

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Foundation Degree

Motorcycle Diploma

Boat Outfitting Certificate

Motorsport Diploma

Motortech Diploma

Mechanical Engineering Diploma/Extended Diploma

Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Foundation Degree

Apprenticeship

Motortech Diploma

Marine Engineering Foundation Degree

Apprenticeship

Mechanical Design and Manufacture Foundation Degree

Access to Higher Education (see page 16)

Mechanical Engineering Foundation Degree Naval Architecture Foundation Degree Apprenticeship

From every level you could start a career in the engineering, automotive and marine industries

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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As a professional, vocational and technical college we have a fantastic reputation for training sought-after engineers for this national growth sector and has strong links with the region’s leading employers, including MGB and Babcock. We’ll sharpen your skills, help you compete in national competitions and teach you the tricks of the trade, so you’ll be able to face the challenges of your new career.

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Boat Outfitting

Do you like tinkering with engines and cars? Do you want to learn more about the motor industry? Prefer a more hands-on approach to learning? Then our entry level study programme is ideal for you. It’s the first step you can take towards achieving your ambition of gaining a career in the motor vehicle industry. It will also include personal and social development opportunities.

Are you good with your hands? Do you have an eye for detail? Do you like the idea of working on luxury yachts?

This study programme is aimed at those who wish to gain a broad range of outfitting, carpentry and other practical skills relating to the marine industry. You will gain a wide range of marine focused hand skills, ranging from basic carpentry joints to cabin fit-out processes.

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Motorcycle This is an exciting study programme which encompasses general motorcycle maintenance and repair procedures, giving you a good insight into the industry. It will provide essential knowledge for this specialist group of maintenance and repair technicians, and covers the basic technical needs of today’s motorcycle industry.

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By 2022, engineering UK forecasts that there’ll be 257,000 engineering vacancies in the UK

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Motortech

This study programme covers general vehicle maintenance and repair procedures with motor sport applications. It will give you a good insight into the industry and provide essential knowledge for the specialist group of competition maintenance and repair technicians. The qualification covers the basic technical needs of today’s motor vehicle industry.

This study programme offers a great progression route from level 1 motorsport and is a valued, nationally recognised qualification that will enhance your employment prospects in the industry. It covers the technical needs of today’s motor vehicle repair industry, including the diagnosis of non-complex system faults. It provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all types of garages, dealerships and maintenance depots.

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Would you like to go into product design, manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering at technician level? Do you like to work out how things go together? Are you good with your hands? Our study programme will prepare you with the practical and technical know-how you will need to demonstrate to an employer that you will be a valuable asset to their business.

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Electrical and Electronic Engineering This Foundation Degree is designed to provide you with the sound principles required of electrical and electronic engineering. We will take your natural talents in creative thinking, design and technical know-how and put them to work on a range of projects. As an engineer, you will work at the cuttingedge of technology, transforming today’s ideas into tomorrow’s reality.

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DIP1 UF3623

Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy This Foundation Degree has been designed for those who wish to work in the electrical and electronics industry at engineer or designer level. The course utilises ‘real world’ expertise through practical laboratory and workshop projects. Many former students have gone on to positions as designers, managers, engineers and consultants with national and international corporations.

DIP1 VMR3

Motortech This advanced study programme will build on your previous knowledge, skills and qualifications to introduce you to more complex maintenance, diagnosis and repair of vehicle systems. You will complete research projects, covering operation and diagnosis on vehicle systems, which will allow you to improve your problem solving skills and prove you can work on your own initiative.

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This study programme aims to prepare you for the world of work, particularly in electronics. The subsidiary diploma is a one year study programme containing core modules on basic engineering safety and electrical/ electronic principles. It then goes on to provide you with skills in maths and science that will be used to help your understanding of electronic devices, measurement and test principles, and provides an insight into basic electrical machines.

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Marine Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

This Foundation Degree will develop your mathematical ability and mechanical skills, as well as key marine engineering knowledge, such as marine propulsion systems and naval architecture. These skills and knowledge will be used in practical marine based projects.

The programme will also equip you with knowledge of business and management techniques, and cover a range of other vital competencies such as report writing, time management and budgeting.

This Foundation Degree will help you develop the necessary technical knowledge and skills required for gaining entry into the exciting world of mechanical engineering. The course has been designed to provide you with a wide breadth of knowledge in order to prepare you for the multi-disciplined elements of working in this industry.

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Naval Architecture This Foundation Degree is an exciting opportunity to enter the world of ship and vessel design. We will provide you with the technical knowledge and skills required for gaining entry into this exciting industry. The programme has been designed to give you a wide breadth of knowledge from two naval architecture modules, as well as regulatory marine framework design.

Other key modules include CAD and project management knowledge. In addition to this, the Foundation Degree enhances vital skill sets ready for working in this lucrative industry.

We have strong links with the region’s leading employers, including MGB Engineering and Babcock

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Mechanical Design and Manufacture On our Foundation Degree you will develop your mechanical knowledge and the manufacturing techniques that will enhance your design capabilities in a number of design projects, as well as equipping you with knowledge of business and quality assurance. It will also provide a range of other vital competencies such as report writing, time management and budgeting.

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“When I opened the business, the first thing I did was take on an apprentice.

Doing an Apprenticeship was the best thing that could have happened to me.”

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Sam Burnett

A former automotive apprentice, Sam now runs his own business; Burnett Autocare.

Sam, 23, joined City College Plymouth straight from school, studying a two year, full-time vehicle maintenance course before applying for an automotive Apprenticeship.

Sam said: “The Apprenticeship allowed me to train in a working garage, where I learnt alongside experienced mechanics. It’s not an easy job; actually it was really hard work, but I learnt an awful lot. It also gave me the confidence and skills to take my learning to the next level.

“I was initially hesitant about taking on the responsibility of managing a garage. I knew my skills were good enough, but could I take the pressure of running my own business? In the end, I decided to go for it!

“When I opened the business, the first thing I did was take on an apprentice. Doing an Apprenticeship was the best thing that could have happened to me, and I wouldn’t be where I am today if I hadn’t taken the opportunity to apply for one. Now, as a business owner, I’m seeing the benefit of Apprenticeships from the other side. Watching my own apprentice grow and seeing the massive advantages he is bringing to my garage.”

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CITY CREATORS

To get a feel for what it’s like to be a hair and beauty student at City College check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ cityplymhairandbeauty

CAREERS IN THE HAIR AND BEAUTY INDUSTRIES Beauty consultant • Beauty therapist • Business owner • Cruise liner stylist/therapist Customer service supervisor • Hair stylist • Holistic therapist • Image consultant • Make-up artist Make-up consultant • Nail artist • Nail technician • Sales advisor • Salon and spa manager Session stylist (including media and bridal hair and make-up)

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HAIR AND BEAUTY Be a cut above with hair and beauty study programmes at City College. If you are a peopleperson, have an eye for detail, and want to make people look great and feel even better, you will find a rewarding career in the fast-moving, glamorous hair and beauty industry. Get the technical skills you need, learn the professional’s secrets, develop your knowledge and your transferable skills could take you anywhere in the world!

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With the highest standards of training in hairdressing, nail technology, beauty therapy, waxing and a range of complementary therapies, you can compete in various competitions, shows and enter the workplace with plenty of business experience.

FREE KIT AND UNIFORM* For 16-18 year olds everything you’ll need for your full-time study programme and to start your career in the hair and beauty industry! *£100 deposit refunded on successful completion of your course.

Creative Solutions HAIR & BEAUTY

Creative

Your progression Solutions with City College Plymouth HAIR & BEAUTY

ENTRY LEVEL (E)

Hairdressing and Beauty Studies Diploma

FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

Hair and Beauty Sector Diploma

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

Beauty Therapy Diploma

Beauty Therapy Techniques Diploma

Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing Diploma

Hairdressing for Cutting and Styling Technicians Diploma

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

From every level you could start a career in the hair and beauty industries

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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STUDY PROGRAMMES

Put your skills into practice in our fully equipped, state-of-the-art hairdressing and beauty salons: Creative Solutions and Stars Hair and Day Spa. Supported by trained specialists with years of industry experience, you’ll practise your skills on paying clients, building your customer service skills and client base.

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1 YEAR

DIP1 VSPN2

Hairdressing and Beauty Studies When it comes to happiness at work, surveys often report that hairdressers are a cut above the rest! If you are practically minded, have a creative flair and a genuine interest in people, then you have many of the attributes for a great career in this industry.

This exciting qualification will give you an overview of the hair and beauty industry and will cover styling women’s hair, basic make-up skills, nail art and photographic make-up.

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Beauty Therapy Techniques

Take your skills in providing facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing, makeup and eye treatments to the next level. You will need to be a good communicator and have excellent customer service skills. You will practise on your fellow students and then begin working on clients! As well as the practical skills, you will also learn about health and safety and how to promote products and services.

The units in this qualification are designed to develop the skills and knowledge required in the beauty industry. They involve advanced treatments in facial and body techniques, which use technical, electrical pieces of equipment to enhance the appearance of facial and body areas. This study programme will provide you with all the skills needed for employment in the beauty industry, from mobile therapists to working on cruise liners or health farms. The world is your oyster!

Put your skills into practice in our fully equipped, state-of-the-art hairdressing, beauty salons and day spa

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Hair and Beauty Sector This qualification will give you an in-depth introduction into the hair and beauty sector. It provides a fun and inspirational insight into the industry and teaches all the basic skills required to progress on to the intermediate and, eventually, advanced courses available at the College. You will also be able to learn some level 2 skills in preparation for progression and employment.

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DIP1 DHCF

Hairdressing for Cutting and Styling Technicians This study programme is the ideal progression route for those who have completed the level 2 in hairdressing.

You will have the opportunity to build upon the skills you have already gained and to become creative and highly skilled in a wide range of hairdressing services. On completion of the study programme, you will have all the essential skills you need to gain employment or start your own business in the hairdressing industry!

DIP1 DWMF

Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing This study programme will help you develop your knowledge and build your skills in hairdressing and barbering techniques. It is aimed at those who have a genuine interest in hairdressing with the ambition to succeed in this exciting industry. You will need to be a good communicator and have excellent customer service skills. You will practise on your fellow students, and then begin working on clients!

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“Studying at the College definitely gave me the skills required in order to get into the beauty industry.”

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Samantha’s course in beauty therapy has taken her all over the world!

“Applying for a course at the College was very straightforward. The beauty therapy course really equipped me with the right tools to succeed in the industry.

“I went on to work on cruise ships and had the privilege of touring the western and eastern Caribbean. We had a talk from one of the cruise ship companies when I was at the College, and this inspired me to take on that exciting role.”

Samantha, 28, has also worked in spas in Greece, French ski resorts and all over the UK. Now a spa and leisure manager with recruitment responsibilities, Samantha says that “having the qualification from City College Plymouth is a big deciding factor” because she knows that students receive “the highest level of training”.

“Studying at the College definitely gave me the skills required in order to get into the beauty industry. I would recommend anybody studying beauty to get themselves out there and grab what they can in the beauty industry. There’s so much out there to experience!”

Samantha Bell

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CITY INNOVATORS

To get a feel for what it’s like to be a hospitality and catering student at City College check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ PL1cityplym

CAREERS IN THE HOSPITALITY AND CATERING INDUSTRIES Bar manager • Caterer • Chef • Commis chef • Events manager • Front of house manager Hotel manager • Restaurant manager • Waiter • Waitress

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HOSPITALITY AND CATERING Looking for a career that is creative, challenging and fun? Passionate about food and great customer service? Then why not pursue a rewarding career in the hospitality and catering industry?

Employing 2.4million people nationally, the industry is vital to the South West’s economy. It’s a fast paced and dynamic sector covering a variety of areas, including hotels, restaurants, hospitals, clubs and events management.

CALLING ALL CITY INNOVATORS

Learn from the best! Studying at a professional, vocational and technical college in a city which has been named as the ‘foodies’ destination of choice’, with plenty of celebrity-backed restaurants, has its benefits.

City College alumni and Michelin starred chef, Anton Piotrowski, is among regular visitors to the College, offering his expertise, work placements and job opportunities. Our experienced lecturers and strong links with local employers will ensure you leave us with the essential employability skills you need to succeed.

Could you be the next Masterchef?

Our students enter local and national competitions to showcase their creative culinary talents.

FREE KIT AND UNIFORM* For 16-18 year olds everything you’ll need for your full-time study programme and to start your career in the hospitality and catering industry! *£100 deposit refunded on successful completion of your course.

Your progression with City College Plymouth ENTRY LEVEL (E)

FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

Catering and Hospitality Skills Certificate

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

Catering and Hospitality Skills Certificate

Professional Chefs and Food Service Diploma

Food and Beverage Service Supervision Diploma

Professional Chefs and Food Service Diploma

Apprenticeship

Professional Cookery Diploma

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Hospitality and Tourism Management Foundation Degree

Apprenticeship

From every level you could start a career in the hospitality and catering industries

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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Make and learn in our state-of-the-art training kitchens and gain first-hand experience serving your culinary creations in our PL1 Restaurant, which has reached the number one spot on Trip Advisor and been awarded their 2015 Certificate of Excellence.

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Catering and Hospitality Skills

Food and Beverage Service Supervision

This study programme will give you a basic introduction to the hospitality and catering industry. Through practical work in our training kitchens and retail food outlets, you will learn, develop and practise basic catering and food and beverage service skills.

You will find out about food hygiene and safety, customer service and the importance of teamwork, and apply these within our busy restaurant and cafĂŠ environments.

This study programme is designed for those who are looking to further their knowledge and experience of the hospitality and catering industry. If you want to lead a team in the planning and running of events and work in a customer service based environment, then this study programme is for you!

It builds on existing knowledge and skills to prepare you for a career as a supervisor or manager in hospitality and tourism related industries.

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Professional Chefs and Food Service Supported and endorsed by the Craft Guild of Chefs - the UK’s largest chef organisation - this study programme will equip you for the rigours of the modern day restaurant and hotel environment and give you the skills employers are looking for. If you have a real interest in cooking and food and beverage, and wish to train professionally for a career, then this is the study programme for you!

This study programme is aimed at those who wish to take up a career as a chef in the hospitality and catering industry. You will build on the skills gained at level 2 to develop your technical ability in creating more complex dishes and menu designs. You will play a key role in supervising the production of lunches and dinners, and broaden your knowledge of kitchen management procedures.

Michelin starred chef, Anton Piotrowski, started his career at City College

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Hospitality and Tourism Management This Foundation Degree has been developed for those wishing to travel, to learn about the diversity of the hospitality and tourism industry and, ultimately, to become a successful manager or business owner in the sector. The qualification will give you the confidence and guidance to travel and work wherever you choose, enable you to progress directly into a career in a wide range of contexts, or to complete a hospitality-related degree at university.

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“At College, you have a more independent and relaxed way of learning compared to school and you are treated as an adult.”

STUDY PROGRAMMES

Jon Morcom

Jon Morcom is director of Plymouth’s 150 year old Duke of Cornwall Hotel.

Jon started his career with a BTEC in Hospitality at City College and thoroughly enjoyed the hands-on training. He said: “The training kitchens were very appealing to me when applying, and I really enjoyed the practical experience of working in the restaurant and kitchens. I liked the fact that the College was keen for the students to go out into local businesses in the industry, preparing us in advance.

“At College, you have a more independent and relaxed way of learning compared to school and you are treated as an adult. You still had the safety of course guidelines though and you always knew that you had to achieve the results to get your qualifications and further your career.”

Jon now works with the College to provide opportunities for students studying hospitality and catering.

“For me, I’m proud that I was a student at the College. I’m proud that I can talk about that and I’m proud at where I’ve arrived. To give something back to the College is essential for me and I am happy to continue to do this.”

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To get a feel for what it’s like to be a media, games or computing student at City College check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ cityplymmedia

CITY TRAILBLAZERS

CAREERS IN THE MEDIA, GAMES AND COMPUTING INDUSTRIES Advertising executive • App designer • Camera operator • Digital marketing manager • DJ • Engineer Games developer • Graphic designer • Help desk operator • IT technician • Journalist • Marketing manager Photographer • Press officer • Producer • Radio presenter • Software engineer • Support operators Technician • Television presenter • Web developer

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MEDIA, GAMES AND COMPUTING Have the world at your fingertips! There’s a vast cosmos of information out there waiting to be discovered: from creating prototypes to devising Hollywood’s latest special effects, searching for library books to searching for missing people, developing cutting edge computer games to reporting the news. A professional, vocational and technical study programme with City College is your first step towards a rewarding career in one of these exciting creative industries.

CALLING ALL CITY TRAILBLAZERS

Our students work on real projects, developing essential project planning and teamwork skills. Past projects have included promotional videos for Plymouth Pavillions’ ice rink and an educational video on trafficking which is now being used across Europe!

You may have the opportunity to work for our student-led learning company, One20 Media, which supports the studies of media students. You’ll gain demonstrable employability skills and work hands-on with local media companies, including the Herald and Radio Plymouth.

LEADING THE WAY City College students have gone on to work for leading companies, including one of Creative England’s 50 most innovative companies Total Monkery, Intel, Channel 4 and the BBC.

Your progression with City College Plymouth FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

Exploring the Creative Arts and Media Sectors Extended Certificate

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Computing Extended Certificate

Games Development Diploma/Extended Diploma

Games Development and Production Foundation Degree

Games Development Diploma

Information Technology Subsidiary/Extended Diploma

Software Development Foundation Degree

Media Certificate

Media Extended Diploma

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship Access to Higher Education (see page 16)

From every level you could start a career in the media, games and computing industries

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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Before we let you loose on the global job market, our experienced and enthusiastic lecturers will set you on the path to your new career by training you in the disciplines you need to succeed - such as good diagnostic and communication skills and a positive attitude.

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DIP1 ECCAM

Exploring the Creative Arts and Media Sectors This study programme will introduce you to the world of work within the creative industries. The course will cover real world work skills in live events, performing arts and music along with employability and personal development modules. If you’re interested in a career in the creative and media industries, but aren’t sure which path to take, or are looking to return to learning, then this could be the study programme for you!

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Games Development

This is an exciting opportunity to become involved within, what is currently, the fastest growing area in the creative industries. The aim of this study programme is to prepare you for a career in the field of computer game development and associated industries. You will be guided through the game development process, from the planning stages to final production and testing.

Do you want to become a games designer? Do you play Grand Theft Auto and think it could be improved?

We’ll show you how the games development industry works and teach you the skills you need to work within it. You will develop your ability within all areas of game design on this exciting study programme. On completion of your first year, you will gain a subsidiary diploma and will have the chance to progress to a full extended diploma.

DIP1 ECICT

You may have the opportunity to work for our student-led learning company, One20 Media, which supports the studies of media students

Computing This exciting study programme will challenge and expand your knowledge of information and creative technology, including hardware and software.

Companies are very selective and now expect their IT employees to not only possess technical, but also interpersonal and team working skills.

Our study programme will set you up with the basics from which you can either join a company at trainee level or progress to other courses within the College.

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Media

Information Technology

This study programme is a fascinating introduction to the world of media.

It will recognise your existing skills and interests and build upon them.

Whether you are a budding film producer, radio DJ, photographer or designer, this course is a fantastic start and has excellent progression opportunities to level 3 study programmes. With a great balance of practical and theory-based sessions, you can rest assured that you will be learning within a cutting-edge, buzzing environment.

Interested in a career in computing, but not sure which area to focus on?

Then this study programme is for you! In the first year, you will gain a basic understanding of all areas of computing, before progressing to the second year, where you will focus on your chosen subject - hardware, software or networking. You will gain the skills you need to progress into higher education or employment with ease.

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Hannah, 19, is working as a production apprentice at the BBC in London.

Before joining City College, Hannah had no real experience of media. She attended the College’s open day and, after touring the industry-standard media facilities, she decided that this was an area she wanted to know more about. Hannah said: “Through my two years at City College, I really found a passion for the subject and knew I would never want to do anything else.”

Hannah said: “This was an amazing experience, as I got to help run real projects and create content for different media platforms. My work at One20 Media gave me the skills I needed to have a part-time job as a web designer and run the social media for a small company.

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Before applying for the Apprenticeship with the BBC, Hannah studied level 3 media at the College. She also spent one day a week working with One20 Media, the College’s student-led production company.

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“I learnt about the industry and the different job roles within it.

Without this knowledge, I wouldn’t have been able to do as well as I am when working on my current BBC placements.”

“My work at One20 Media gave me the skills I needed to have a part-time job as a web designer and run the social media for a small company.”

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Media This study programme is an exciting blend of practical and theoretical study. On a typical day, you might be storyboarding an animation in the morning, hosting your own radio show at midday, and filming your latest blockbuster in the afternoon! With a focus on industry and employability, you will be working with real clients to design their logo, improve their business cards or supply a piece of journalism or radio production.

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Game Design and Production

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Software Development

This Foundation Degree aims to embrace the language of electronic games as an evolving medium of increasing social and cultural significance. In much the same way the industry requires collaborative working across specialist sectors, you will work with students and staff from other disciplines, such as business and marketing, in order to promote products in the marketplace. You’ll also work with industry professionals in order to forge links with those active in the growing indie games developer sector.

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On our Foundation Degree, we will help you perfect your skills and develop your ability to analyse, program and project manage software solutions.

You’ll develop a working knowledge of the C++ language, XHTML, PHP, SQL and object orientated programming in order to solve problems in the software development field. Optional modules in the second year provide a choice of top-up degrees at Plymouth University for those looking to progress to a full BSc (Hons).

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Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

To get a feel for what it’s like to be a performing arts or music student at City College check out our Facebook pages:

CITY PERFORMERS

www.facebook.com/cityplymmusic www.facebook.com/cityplymtheatre www.facebook.com/cityplymliveevents www.facebook.com/cityplymdance

CAREERS IN THE PERFORMING ARTS AND MUSIC INDUSTRIES Actor • Choreographer • Composer for film, TV and media • Dancer • Director • DJ • Musician Music producer • Producer • Singer • Sound and lighting designers/engineers • Stage manager Studio engineer

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PERFORMING ARTS AND MUSIC It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to make it in this fast-moving and competitive industry.

If you dream of being the next big thing in the charts, on stage or screen, or joining the army of backstage crew, and technical wizards that work behind the scenes, our study programmes offer you the opportunity to learn and develop the skills and knowledge you need to develop a sustainable and versatile career.

CALLING ALL CITY PERFORMERS

In the city centre, our dBs Music facility features a live music venue, 16 recording studios, Mac-based IT suites, ‘Pod’ room with 17 individual mix and production stations, and more!

There’s also a full programme of professionally organised events, giving you the chance to follow in the footsteps of our graduates who have performed with the RSC(NR); appeared on TV in Coronation Street; in smash hit stage shows, The Lion King, Matilda and Tarzan; toured Europe, America and West Africa; obtained record deals, and even set-up their own music schools!

Our study programmes are taught by industry specialists and experienced tutors and include trips to local performance venues and festivals to see both the set-up and performance, and to regularly meet and work with industry experts.

Your progression with City College Plymouth FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

Exploring the Creative Arts and Media Sectors Extended Certificate

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Dance Diploma/Extended Diploma

Audio and Music Production Foundation Degree

Music Production Diploma

DJ and Electronic Music Producer Diploma/Extended Diploma

Live Sound Foundation Degree

Apprenticeship

Live Events Production Diploma/Extended Diploma

Performing Arts (Creative Theatre Practice) Higher National Certificate/ Diploma

Music Creation and Performance Diploma

Music Creation and Performance Diploma/Extended Diploma Music Technology Diploma/Extended Diploma Performing Arts (Creative Theatre Practice) Diploma/Extended Diploma Apprenticeship Access to Higher Education (see page 16)

From every level you could start a career in the performing arts and music industries

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Are you creative, dedicated and enthusiastic? Do you enjoy entertaining others, and have talent, driving ambition, as well as the determination needed to work in the creative industries?

At City College you will receive the best possible professional, vocational and technical training, at some of the best facilities in the South West. Our industry-standard professional drama and dance studios (complete with full light rigging and stage props), music practice suites, recording studios and IT suites are here to support your creative talents.

Performing Arts and Music

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Exploring the Creative Arts and Media Sectors This study programme will introduce you to the world of work within the creative industries. It will cover real world work skills in live events, performing arts and music, along with employability and personal development modules. If you’re interested in a career in the creative and media industries, but aren’t sure which path to take or are looking to return to learning, then this could be the study programme for you!

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Music Creation and Performance This study programme is designed as an introductory course to develop music performance skills and knowledge. It provides the foundations of theory and practice within the industry, focusing on the development of the skills you will need to successfully work as a musician. It also helps you to develop the skills and knowledge required to progress to a level 3 music study programme. You will perform numerous gigs in the College, gradually working towards extending to other gigs around the region and getting a taste for the world of live music.

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DJ and Electronic Music Producer

This study programme has been developed for those wishing to undertake an introductory course to develop their music technology skills and knowledge. It provides the foundations of theory and practice within the industry, focusing on the development of the skills you will need to successfully work as a recording musician, studio engineer or DJ. If you are interested in music technology, recording and production, electronic music or sound engineering, then this study programme is for you!

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This music technology study programme looks at electronic music production skills, including sequencing, mixing, effects, fundamental studio recording techniques, music and sound for moving image and composing music. Equipment knowledge will cover everything from microphones and mixing desks through to samplers, hardware controllers and software, as well as developing DJ skills and techniques.

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Dance

Live Events Production

This study programme is designed for students who have a passionate interest in dance and movement. It will allow you to develop your existing skills and learn new ones in a wide range of dance styles, including ballet, jazz, tap and contemporary. You will be devising your own work and performing to audiences from inside and outside of the College environment. The College has a full programme of events that you will be involved in as a performer.

This study programme is designed specifically for the next generation of creative, managerial and technical professionals interested in working in theatre, corporate, conference, music and live events, or anything in between! You will be working on set, building stages, designing and rigging lights, engineering sound and performing stage management operations in a wide range of settings inside and outside of the College.

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Follow in the footsteps of our graduates who have performed with the RSC(NR) and appeared on TV

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Music Creation and Performance

Performing Arts

This study programme is designed for those wishing to take their instrumental or vocal skills to the next level. If you are interested in playing in a band, composing, arranging or producing, or if your interest is in promotion, management or music distribution, then this study programme is for you. We aim to provide you with the flexibility and skills needed for success in the music industry, as well as the knowledge, analytical and reflective skills needed to progress to higher education.

This study programme is designed and taught by theatre professionals with extensive experience of theatre making and performance. You will have the opportunity to develop your practice as an individual and as a member of a performance ensemble. You will be involved right from the start in an in-depth study of the performing arts, in which the practical side is strongly linked to the theory. The units that you study on the programme all lead to performances - some of these will be large scale public performances.

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1 YEAR

Based at dBs Music’s multi-million pound recording complex in the city centre, this Foundation Degree focuses on the technical and creative skills required to become a successful music producer and sound engineer. You’ll study both the artistic and scientific elements associated with professional sound recording and production, and develop skills in sound engineering and production methodologies. This comprehensive look at everything from digital recording to sound sampling is taught by professionals who are actively involved in the industry.

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Music Technology

Performing Arts

Do you want to work in the sound and music industry? Do you want to be a cutting edge producer, electronic DJ, engineer or audio technician?

Our study programme will give you a fascinating insight into the artistic and technical side of music production, sound engineering, music/sound for video, games and live events. You’ll be encouraged to explore your creativity in our modern studios and IT suites at dBs Music.

(Creative Theatre Practice)

2 YEARS

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Live Sound

This study programme is designed and taught by theatre professionals with extensive experience of theatre making and performance. You will become a member of our theatre company, ‘Brazen Angles’. The teaching team works with the ensemble to develop a range of exciting performance projects in the City and beyond. Our students are encouraged to take opportunities to work professionally in order to build their portfolios, industry knowledge and contacts whilst still in training with us.

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Audio and Music Production

(Creative Theatre Practice)

DIP1 DBS3

2 YEARS

Working in the highly competitive live sound music production industry requires focus and persistence! If you are determined to make it to the top in this profession then our Foundation Degree will train you to support your career aspirations. With practical sessions to back up the theory, you will learn the skills required for live sound mixing, setting up and operating sound systems and live recording typical of those found in any contemporary professional live sound environment.

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PREPARATION FOR LIFE AND WORK It’s not always easy to follow the usual route through school and college into work.

Sometimes there are hitches, problems and obstacles that can seem tough to overcome.

Whatever your circumstances, our preparation for life and work study programmes are designed to fill in the gaps in your knowledge, develop skills and to give you confidence in

your own abilities. Gain English, maths and ICT skills, and work towards nationally recognised qualifications to build up your CV. We also support you into further education, Apprenticeships and work.

Many of our students blossom while with us at the College, achieving their full potential.

CALLING ALL CITY ACHIEVERS Ryan, 22, joined City College in September 2009, enrolling on the full-time skills development life skills course.

He learned to cook for himself and took part in a variety of outdoor pursuits. Soon Ryan’s confidence had grown so much that he was able to carry out work placements.

Ryan was keen to develop his independent living skills and personal confidence, so thought the life skills course would be perfect for him.

Ryan achieved a NOCN Certificate in Independent Living and, after three years, progressed on to a part-time, post-19 course at the College to help develop his employability skills.

Ryan said: “The staff were really friendly. I always felt supported and my confidence grew.”

Since leaving the College, Ryan has achieved permanent paid work in a local school as an assistant caretaker.

Ryan quickly took to life at the College and enthusiastically joined in with all the activities offered on the course, including accessing and staying safe in the community.

“ The staff were really friendly.

I always felt supported and my confidence grew.”

Ryan Ford

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It may be that you have a disability or learning difficulty that has made getting into education or work a little more challenging; you may need a different approach to your learning; or maybe you just need a helping hand to start your career.

Preparation for Life and Work E

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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Skills Development

This study programme is for 16 to 19 year olds who want to improve their English to get ready for work in the UK, an Apprenticeship, or a further College study programme. It combines the core programme of English for Speakers of Other Languages with maths, IT, employability skills, work experience and personal social development. You may also have the chance to follow the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme as part of this study programme.

This is a full-time study programme for students with mild/moderate learning difficulties/disabilities or those who need additional help to become more confident. You may use the study programme to gain an insight into College life and to help you decide on your future options. You will have individual learning plans, a personal tutor and learning support as necessary.

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Are you looking for help to find a job or gain the skills/confidence to help you move onto further education or an Apprenticeship? Then this is the ideal programme for you to gain a whole range of qualifications, skills and experiences. The programme includes community-based projects, personal and social development, vocational training, work placements and functional skills (maths, English and IT).

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Skills Development

Skills Development

Skills Development

(Developing Skills for Independent Living and Supported Work)

(Vocational Access)

(Independent Living Skills)

If you have a learning disability and want to get a job, finding the right path can be a daunting prospect. This study programme will help you to find out your strengths, discover the areas of work that are best suited to you and help you to gain confidence in all aspects of working life, from application to workplace. We will help you to develop your own personal learning plan to enable you to achieve your personal goals.

Monterey House is a purpose-built, safe and structured specialist learning environment for young people with autism. Situated at Kings Road, Monterey House benefits from having access to all of the College’s main facilities. The study programme offers bespoke, individualised units of learning for young people with autism, aged 16 to 24, who need a high level of support to access further study, independent living and supported employment.

This study programme is for young people with moderate/severe learning difficulties/disabilities who need to learn within a supported environment and who want to develop their skills in independent living and preparation for adult life. All students receive a high level of support to enable them to access all aspects of College life and the wider community.

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Skills Development

Jumpstart Programme

(Post-19 Independent Living Skills/Employability Skills)

Jumpstart is a programme to support young people in their final year/ years of compulsory education. The programme aims to help you feel good about your education so that you can fulfil your learning potential, now and in the future. As well as improving your maths, English and IT skills, you will have the opportunity to try vocational subjects, such as hairdressing, beauty therapy, woodwork, painting and decorating, business studies and automotive.

The skills development post-19 provision offers a choice of two pathways - independent living or employability skills. Both are offered over two days, with one day focusing on your chosen pathway and one day working on functional skills in English, maths and ICT. The aim of both pathways is to develop independence, confidence and self-esteem in order to prepare for adulthood and next steps in life.

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Prince’s Trust Team Programme If you’re unemployed, unsure of your future and want to do something different and exciting, then our Prince’s Trust Team Programme might be just what you need. This programme will help to improve your confidence, problem solving skills and teach you how to work as part of a team.

The Prince’s Trust will enhance your individual skills and make you more employable. New Team Programmes start every month.

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Skills Development (Work Start) Getting a job can be a very frustrating journey, but this course will help you.

You will get the opportunity to access a variety of work environments in order to develop your skills. You will also have regular access to a work coach who will help you to extend your capabilities in the workplace.

Skills Development

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(Project SEARCH) Project SEARCH is a unique opportunity for young people with learning disabilities who are serious about getting into paid work. You will develop your employment skills by working in real jobs at Derriford Hospital. You will be supported to experience three different work areas as you learn the skills that employers are looking for.

As well as working in the hospital, you will be expected to complete related coursework. You will be supported by experienced teaching and employment advisory staff.

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Traineeships Traineeships provide an innovative approach to help get young people back into education, employment or training. Your Traineeship will be developed in partnership with an employer. They will provide a high quality work placement for you to develop employability skills across a range of sectors. You will also receive support with maths and English, and gain an employability qualification - a great way to prepare for work, training or an Apprenticeship!

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CITY LEADERS

To get a feel for what it’s like to be an public services student at City College check out our Facebook page: facebook.com/ cityplympublicservices

CAREERS IN THE PUBLIC SERVICES Ambulance driver • Army personnel • Customs and Excise officer • Education officer • Environment agency officer • Fire officer • Health worker • HM Prison officer • Local council officer • Police officer • Royal Air Force personnel • Royal Marine • Royal Navy personnel • Probation officer • Social worker

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PUBLIC SERVICES Join the many uniformed and non-uniformed public services operating in communities across the UK. If you’re a people person and want to work in a diverse and challenging working environment, then our study programmes can prepare you for a rewarding career in this highly competitive sector.

As the UK’s largest employer, the public sector includes central and local government, the armed forces and the emergency services - all requiring highly motivated and disciplined individuals to meet the vigorous demands of their varied job roles.

Not sure which path is right for you?

We’ll support you in exploring the various public services and help you to develop the personal skills and qualities that the industry requires.

Our popular study programmes are taught by highly skilled and qualified staff, with backgrounds in public service.

You’ll meet challenges both in the classroom and in outdoor environments, including Dartmoor, coastal and water

locations, and various sporting venues around Plymouth. Overcome these and develop your natural talents in team building, leadership, and adventure activities and competitive sports, so you start your new career physically and mentally robust to tackle its demands.

In addition, City College has excellent links with local public services, providing guest speakers, networking and off-site trips throughout the year.

ANCILLARY COURSE FEE For some of our courses you will be required to pay a yearly ancillary course fee (a contribution towards the materials you will be supplied with) for books, equipment and costs for course trips. The maximum fee you will be expected to pay is £25 per year.

Your progression with City College Plymouth FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

Public Services Diploma

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

Public Services Diploma

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

Public Services Diploma/Extended Diploma

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Public Services Foundation Degree

From every level you could start a career in the public services

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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Public Services

Are you thinking of joining the army, navy, police force or other uniformed service? This study programme will give you information about these areas of employment. It will develop your skills and personal qualities, and prepare you for the application process on your route to success. You will investigate work opportunities and consider aspects of physical fitness.

You will also develop your problem solving skills and self-discipline.

Are you interested in a career within the uniformed public services? If so, then this study programme will give you a fantastic opportunity for a head start in developing your skills, personal qualities and knowledge to help you achieve your goals for a career in the public services sector. You will have the opportunity to visit various working military bases and operating fire stations to gain a valuable insight into the job roles they undertake.

City College has excellent links with local public services, providing guest speakers, networking and off-site trips throughout the year

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Public Services

Public Services

Want to know what it’s like in the police force? Or how you go about getting a job as a fireman? Or what careers might suit you in the civil service? On our study programme, you will be given an insight into each of the major aspects of public services life and a chance to look behind the scenes before you decide on your chosen career. The study programme includes a range of sport and fitness training, including Dartmoor expeditions, rockclimbing and abseiling.

Do you have a passion for and a commitment to public service and its improvement? This Foundation Degree offers you the chance to broaden your knowledge and fine tune your skills to strive for a top career in the public sector. You will have the opportunity to listen to, and network with, serving public service officers, fire officers and members of other public service organisations through visits, work placement days and guest lectures at the College.

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“I’ve made loads of friends and the course is everything that I want it to be.”

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Jodie Stevens

Jodie, 19, is a Public Services Foundation Degree student at the College.

After completing her GCSEs, Jodie realised that she would like to experience something other than school.

Jodie joined the BTEC Diploma in Public Services and hasn’t looked back since. She said: “Enrolling on the course is the best thing I’ve done. I’ve made loads of friends and the course is everything that I want it to be. All of the tutors have real-life experience of a variety of different areas within the public sector. They taught us by drawing on their own experiences so we gained a real insight into what working life would be like.”

Jodie completed the BTEC in 2014 and progressed on to the College’s Public Services university-level Foundation Degree course. She would like to go on to a career in counselling within the public services.

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CITY THINKERS

FIND OUT MORE To get a feel for what it’s like to be a science student at City College check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ cityplymscience

CAREERS IN THE SCIENCE INDUSTRY Biologist • Chemist • Clinical researcher • Dental nurse • Environmental scientist Forensic scientist • Lab technician • Marine scientist • Nurse • Physicist • Teacher

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SCIENCE Our future is in your hands! Science has a major impact on our everyday lives, and the future of the world depends on it. If you are an inquisitive person, then a career in science will enable you to work in a wide variety of stimulating and exciting disciplines, including medicine, forensics, textiles and the earth sciences.

CALLING ALL CITY THINKERS

Face realistic workplace situations, including impressive science labs with all the latest equipment and a mock crime scene house.

ANCILLARY COURSE FEE

You will also have the opportunity to attend several exciting and varied field trips to enhance your learning at College.

For some of our courses you will be required to pay a yearly ancillary course fee (a contribution towards the materials you will be supplied with) for books, equipment and costs for course trips. The maximum fee you will be expected to pay is ÂŁ30 per year.

As a professional, vocational and technical college, we support your academic achievements with the work-ready skills so highly valued by employers, including attention-to-detail, good communication and presentation skills, and the ability to use your own initiative.

96% of science BTEC students went onto higher education or employment* *2013/14

Your progression with City College Plymouth INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

Applied Science and Technology Diploma

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Environmental and Sustainability Science Diploma

Forensic Science Foundation Degree

Forensic Science Diploma/Extended Diploma Medical Science Diploma/Extended Diploma Apprenticeship Access to Higher Education (page 16)

FROM EVERY LEVEL YOU COULD START A CAREER IN THE SCIENCE INDUSTRY

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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Through our study programmes, we will help you train your natural curiosity and inquiring mind to seek out answers about the world around you. Learn how to question, investigate, report and communicate your findings, and explore the scientific methods and principles that, combined with good practice, will support your investigations.

Science 2

1 YEAR

DIP1 SAT

Applied Science and Technology Science is an exciting subject which allows us to explore the world around us. Do you like carrying out practical tasks and experiments? Do you wonder how things work? Are you interested in the solar system and space exploration, how the human body works, or how we investigate a crime scene? If you are interested in following a career in science, then this study programme is an excellent starting point for you!

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5

DIP1 UF3372

2 YEARS

Forensic Science

Forensic Science

Who was Jack the Ripper? How can we use science in solving crimes?

Forensic science is a fascinating blend of theoretical science applied to the criminal mind and crime scenes. For someone with an inquiring mind and an eagerness to learn, it’s a compelling subject. Our study programme will give you a thorough grounding in the scientific techniques and methods used by those whose workplaces are at crime scenes, in the laboratory and testifying in court.

Forensic science is one of the most fascinating areas of applied science: the use of scientific procedures to produce evidence in a court of law.

This Foundation Degree provides the knowledge and skills appropriate to an increasingly important area of science. It covers the major scientific disciplines involved in the investigation of crime. You will study in the College’s specialist forensic science laboratories using modern forensic equipment, and put your skills to practice in our mock ‘crime scene house’.

Face realistic workplace situations, including impressive science labs with all the latest equipment and a mock crime scene house

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2 YEARS

DIP1 NDESD

Environmental and Sustainability Science Climate change will have an impact on every aspect of the UK’s economy, society and environment. Latest research shows that the UK can expect hotter, drier summers and wetter, warmer winters, sea levels will rise and we will face more extreme weather events. Sustainability is becoming an important term, and an employment sector in its own right. This study programme is designed to give you an excellent core of knowledge and understanding about the environment we live in, how we use our resources and how can we protect them for the future.

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2 YEARS

Medical Science

LEVEL

DURATION

If you have always imagined you would enjoy a career in the realm of medical sciences, then take a look at our study programme. This practical and workbased programme introduces you to a wide range of topics in the biological and medical sciences, as well as specialist subjects, such as human physiology and genetic engineering. You will learn how to identify conditions using physiological investigations, understand how diseases spread and investigate the organisms that cause disease through microbiology.

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“It was a big difference from school because, at College, you’re treated more like a grown up.”

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Rebecca left College in summer 2014 and is now studying for a Degree in Adult Nursing at Plymouth University.

A self-confessed science geek, Rebecca said: “I love science. I chose City College because I had loads of friends who had gone there and they all said it was such a positive experience.

“You build up a good relationship with the lecturers, so you’re supported, feel comfortable, and they’re really approachable. It was a big difference from school because, at College, you’re treated more like a grown up.

“At school, you have your set instructions and you can’t really deviate from them, but in College you are left to get on with it; to make those mistakes and learn from them. It really prepared me for the move to university, where it’s much more on you to plan your studies. So if you’re trying to decide between studying science at College or just staying on at school, don’t doubt it - just do it!”

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FREE TICKETS

As part of our partnership with local sporting clubs, you can get free and discounted tickets for some Raiders and Argyle matches!

CITY COMPETITORS To get a feel for what it’s like to be a sport and leisure student at City College check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ cityplymsport

CAREERS IN THE SPORT AND LEISURE INDUSTRIES Gym/fitness instructor • Health and wellbeing specialist • Lifeguard • Outdoor pursuits co-ordinator Personal trainer • Physical education teacher • Professional sports competitor • Specialist health and exercise instructor • Sports coach • Sports commentator • Sports development officer • Sports events manager • Sports journalist • Sports scientist • Sports therapist • Strength and conditioning coach

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SPORT AND LEISURE Love being active and enjoy sport? Want to achieve your best and support others to succeed? Then join our study programmes taught by sports experts with a wealth of industry experience, as well as previous sporting stars who have played and competed professionally.

The sports and leisure sector employs over 460,000 people in the UK and is a real growth sector for the South West.

CALLING ALL CITY COMPETITORS Work towards your employment goals with work experience and grow your business ethos and entrepreneurial skills.

Our dedicated staff, specialising in strength conditioning, sports therapy, sports coaching, sports development and water-based sports, will help develop your sporting knowledge and guide you into a suitable career path.

Be part of it - community and sports events, fitness sessions, coaching and representing the College at competitions - there’s plenty of reasons to get involved in our sports programmes.

ANCILLARY COURSE FEE For some of our courses you will be required to pay a yearly ancillary course fee (a contribution towards the materials you will be supplied with) for books, equipment and costs for course trips.

The maximum fee you will be expected to pay is ÂŁ50 per year.

Compete locally and nationally with the Football Performance Academy, run in conjunction with Plymouth Argyle Football Club, and the Plymouth Raiders Elite Performance Academy for budding basketball players. Ask for our sports brochure or check our website for more information.

Your progression with City College Plymouth FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

Sport and Active Leisure Diploma

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

Sport Extended Certificate

Sport Diploma

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

Sport Coaching, Development and Fitness Subsidiary/Extended Diploma

Apprenticeship

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (4/5)

Health and Wellbeing Foundation Degree

UNIVERSITY LEVEL (6)

Sports Therapy and Strength Conditioning Rehabilitation Bachelor of Science (currently in development to commence 2016/17: subject to approval)

Sports Therapy and Injury Rehabilitation Foundation Degree Strength Conditioning and Sports Coaching Foundation Degreee

From every level you could start a career in the sport and leisure industries

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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City College has a vibrant sports community and you will gain first-hand experience through its links with local sporting clubs.

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Sport and Active Leisure Sport and leisure is a big industry and, year after year, it provides work for more than 600,000 people. If you have an interest in the sport and leisure industry and need to improve your knowledge to gain employment, then this study programme could be for you. It will give you a comprehensive overview of the sport and leisure industry and put you on the right track to becoming employable. This study programme is mostly practical based and combines a wide range of sport and leisure activities.

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Sport Coaching, Development and Fitness

2 YEARS

Accredited by the Sports Therapy Organisation, our Foundation Degree helps you develop the practical skills and knowledge to confidently succeed in all areas of injury management and athlete care. You will develop extensive knowledge of injury assessment, injury aetiology, human anatomy and physiology, functional movement screening, sports nutrition, injury prevention training and rehabilitation programme design. You will practice and develop your expanding skills through our supervised, student-led sports injury clinic where you will have access to a range of athletes and sports injuries.

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Sport

Health and Wellbeing

All sports performers want to be the best they can be, and participation in sport continues to grow. Ever wondered what makes winners in the top league so successful and why some sportspeople fall apart under pressure? This study programme is designed to inspire and motivate you to develop the skills and knowledge to enable you to progress to study at level 3 or to follow a career in the sports and leisure industry. It will help you to develop your own practical sports performance and improve personal fitness.

This innovative Foundation Degree will deliver the skills required for you to become qualified as an advanced instructor, enabling you to work as a health trainer in cardiac rehabilitation, GP referral and back pain. The programme will develop your ability to prescribe exercise in a clinical and community setting. Opportunities to work within private and public organisations will develop and expand your knowledge through practical application, gaining you the required industry employability skills.

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Strength Conditioning and Sports Coaching Do you have an interest or background in working with elite athletes? This Foundation Degree will give you the opportunity to develop practical skills and knowledge in the most effective methods of training athletes for elite level performance. Whilst you will study underpinning science related sports topics such as physiology, biomechanics and human movement, you will also develop practical skills in coaching effectiveness, Olympic weightlifting, speed, agility and plyometrics, and other athletic testing and monitoring skills.

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Sports Therapy and Injury Rehabilitation

Do you have a passion for sport? Have you thought about a career as a sports therapist, strength and conditioning coach, health and fitness instructor or a PE teacher? You’ll be offered the opportunity to gain hands-on practical experience within the sports, health and fitness industry with 18 sportrelated subjects studied over two years and a work experience placement, making this study programme an exciting opportunity and challenge for those wanting to start a career in the industry.

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Sam, 22, is a personal trainer in Plymouth specialising in fat loss and strength and conditioning.

Sam started his sports studies at City College in 2009 and said: “For as long as I can remember, I have wanted a career in the health and sport industry, so the BTEC Level 3 in Sport seemed like the perfect fit for me. I used to play at Plymouth Argyle, but was released at age 16, and I felt that the College’s Football Academy would be a good alternative.

Sam went on to study a Foundation Degree in Strength and Conditioning at the College before progressing to the final year of a full degree at the University of St Mark & St John. Sam is currently studying for a Masters in Sport and Health Sciences, whilst also working as a personal trainer at The Gym Group.

Two days a week you will also find him at the Plymouth Life Centre where he works as a GP exercise referral co-ordinator, helping those with chronic conditions to exercise and live a healthier lifestyle.

STUDY PROGRAMMES

“The Academy provides an excellent opportunity for young sports enthusiasts, like me, to develop in both a football and academic setting.”

Sam Farrant

“The Academy provides an excellent opportunity for young sports enthusiasts, like me, to develop in both a football and academic setting.”

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New level 6 programme for 2016/17

Sports Therapy and Strength Conditioning Rehabilitation (subject to approval) This programme is currently under development and will commence in September 2016. It will be a natural progression for those who have successfully completed the levels 4 and 5 in sports therapy or strength and conditioning.

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CITY GLOBETROTTERS

FIND OUT MORE To get a feel for what it’s like to be a travel and tourism student at City College check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ cityplymtravelandtourism

CAREERS IN THE TRAVEL AND TOURISM INDUSTRIES Air cabin crew • Airline representative • Attractions and resort manager • Children’s representative Conference and event organiser • Corporate travel facilitator • Cruise liner staff • Cruise ship entertainer Hotel receptionist • In-resort wedding planner • Rail company staff • Resort representative Tour operator • Travel agent

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TRAVEL AND TOURISM Come fly with City College! If you are passionate about travel, experiencing other cultures, and want to create the holidays of tomorrow, then consider a high-flying career in the travel and tourism industry. In this global, billion dollar industry there are many career opportunities, not just limited to cabin crew and travel agents, which will let you travel the world!

Our professional, vocational and technical study programmes combine classroom theory and hands-on practical training, delivered by lecturers with experience of working in the industry. Our strong links to the travel and tourism sector give you the opportunity to get behind the scenes with off-site visits, guest speakers and workshops with the likes of Flybe and Heathrow Airport.

Our amazing mock air cabin provides a realistic working environment for you to practise all types of cabin crew procedures, such as health and safety demonstrations, customer service and first aid, and to perfect your customer care skills in real-life scenarios.

ANCILLARY COURSE FEE For some of our courses you will be required to pay a yearly ancillary course fee (a contribution towards the materials you will be supplied with) for books, equipment and costs for course trips. The maximum fee you will be expected to pay is ÂŁ25 per year.

Experience holidays from the client’s perspective, with the chance to travel to exciting locations such as New York and Paris

Your progression with City College Plymouth FOUNDATION LEVEL (1)

Travel and Tourism Diploma

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (2)

ADVANCED LEVEL (3)

Air Cabin Crew Diploma

Travel and Tourism Diploma/ Extended Diploma

Travel and Tourism Diploma

Apprenticeship

From every level you could start a career in the travel and tourism industry

Get the grades!

If you have not achieved GCSE grade C or above in either maths or English then, as part of your fulltime study programme at the College, we will help you work towards gaining these vital qualifications.

You will study both GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications alongside your study programme.

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Travel and tourism is one of the world’s fastest growing industries, and this study programme can help you develop the skills needed to become part of this exciting world. The programme includes lots of practical areas of study, such as customer service, the role of air cabin crew and the responsibilities of the overseas representative.

If you are excited about the challenge of the holiday experience for tomorrow’s tourists, then our study programme will give you a solid foundation of knowledge to support your career ambitions. We will teach you skills that are current, relevant and topical. You can use our study programme as a springboard to more advanced work-related qualifications or you might decide to continue your training in your choice of work.

Strong links to the travel and tourism sector give you the opportunity to visit the likes of Flybe and Heathrow Airport

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This study programme is dynamic, innovative and action packed - there’s never a dull moment! It will give you a wide appreciation of the whole travel and tourism environment alongside the opportunities to visit far flung places such as New York, China and Paris. Entrepreneurial and enterprising activities, holiday representatives, children’s representatives, cruise and cabin crew will be studied, and we also have work placement links with some of the best tourism providers in the area - so what are you waiting for?!

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If your dream is to work as cabin crew and you are interested in the aviation industry, then this is the study programme for you. Travelling to different countries and experiencing different cultures could become part of your daily routine. Taking part in practical assessments at British Airways’ training headquarters at Heathrow Airport, as well as using our realistic mock air cabin, is part of the study programme.

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“I’ve always dreamed of being a cabin crew member and the diploma was a brilliant way to get into it.”

STUDY PROGRAMMES

Holly Jago

Holly, 19, applied to City College in 2012 and joined the Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

Holly said: “I applied to the College because it offered me a variety of pathways into the career I wanted in the travel sector. I’ve always dreamed of being a cabin crew member and the diploma was a brilliant way to get into it as well as find out about the travel and tourism industry.”

After completing her course in 2013, Holly went on to study a Diploma in Air Cabin Crew to further enhance her knowledge in the area of the industry she was most passionate about.

Holly is currently working as a travel agent with one of Britain’s leading travel companies and has also been offered a position as cabin crew for a popular budget airline.

“It’s all thanks to City College. My lecturers taught me the necessary interview skills to get a job which helped me to get through my interview confidently. The information I’d learnt throughout the two years really gave me thorough knowledge of the industry that impressed my potential managers.”

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BEFORE YOU APPLY Before you apply for a study programme, it’s important to make sure you have all the information you need to make the right decision. So if you’ve still got questions to ask, don’t worry! We can help you get your answers …

Open Days

Year 11 Taster Weeks

Bring your family along, take a look around, meet students and staff and get your questions answered at one of our open days at Kings Road.

In Year 11? Be part of it and get hands-on in a range of subjects from bricklaying to hairdressing! It’s your chance to chat to lecturers and try your hand at exciting subjects you won’t find in the classroom. Taster weeks run during the autumn and spring half term holidays:

•S aturday 7 November 2015, 10.00am - 1.00pm •S aturday 6 February 2016, 10.00am - 1.00pm •S aturday 21 May 2016, 10.00am - 1.00pm

• Monday 26 October 2015 - Thursday 29 October 2015 • Monday 15 February 2016 - Thursday 18 February 2016

Register to attend online at www.cityplym.ac.uk/events

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Our Careers, Funding and Learning Support teams are always on-hand to answer any questions or queries you may have. Give them a call for a chat or to book an appointment for some FREE and impartial advice. Call 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.

Don’t wait! Take a look at the Student Intranet BEFORE you join the College for a real taste of what goes on here. More sections of the site become available to you after application and more again when you are a fully enrolled student!

www.cityplym.ac.uk The College website is constantly updated with detailed study programme information and news about what our students get up to. It’s your one stop shop for College information and student activities.

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Advice and guidance

APPLYING When should I apply?

We recommend that you apply for your chosen study programme as early as possible to ensure confirmation of a place. We do accept applications after Easter, but these places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

I’m aged 19+, can I still apply?

What if I want to do an Apprenticeship?

Yes; however, places on full-time study programmes are limited for this age group and will be allocated in accordance with the guidelines set by the government funding agency.

We recommend you apply for a full-time study programme in your chosen area of interest, as well as your Apprenticeship, just in case you are unable to find a suitable employer. See page 9 for the Apprenticeship application process.

Can I apply for more than one course?

Apply for your chosen study programme as early as possible

Yes. If you’re accepted for two or more study programmes please inform us of your final choice as soon as possible so that unwanted places can be offered to other applicants.

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APPLYING FOR LEVEL 5 FOUNDATION DEGREES To apply for a full-time Foundation Degree you will need to log on to www.ucas.com or call 03714 680468. The institution code for City College Plymouth is C83.

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THE APPLICATION PROCESS STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO APPLYING STEP 1 Choose your study programme and complete an application form. Apply online at www.cityplym.ac.uk/apply or call our Customer Services team on 01752 305300 for a postal application.

STEP 2 Complete the application form online or return your paper copy free of charge to: Freepost RRGZ-EALH-SACS, Applications Office, City College Plymouth, Kings Road, Devonport, Plymouth, PL1 5QG

STEP 3 Careers Advisor checks your application. You may be offered a FREE careers interview or receive a phone call to discuss your choices.

STEP 4 Attend an interview to explore the most suitable options for you.

STEP 5 If you are successful at interview, you will receive a letter confirming the study programme you are being offered a place on and detailing any conditions that you may need to meet before you start (eg passing your GCSEs).

STEP 6 Attend your summer Study Programme Joining Day - meet your fellow students and lecturers, enrol on your study programme, and have a bit of fun!

STEP 7 During the summer holiday we will send you your joining instructions, including details of your first day and how to apply for a subsidised travel pass.

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For some study programmes, you may also have a vocational assessment and/or an English and maths test to help identify additional support needs.

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INFORMATION FOR PARENTS/CARERS • Why Choose City College Plymouth? 80 • Support at Every Step

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DO YOUNG PEOPLE HAVE TO STAY IN SCHOOL UNTIL THEY’RE 18?

No - young people are required to stay in education or training, but these choices include going to College or doing an Apprenticeship. They do not have to stay at school.

Here are some other post-16 education facts you need to know: 1. Young people do not have to stay at school until they achieve a GCSE grade C in both English and maths.

They can study GCSEs part-time to support another course/study programme or try Functional Skills (equivalent qualifications in practical English and maths skills).

2. Young people can apply for an Apprenticeship even if they do not achieve GCSE grade C in English and maths. As part of day release, they will study functional skills, these are practical maths and English skills relevant to their Apprenticeship.

3. If young people choose a National Diploma, they can go on to study a university-level course. For specific Degree and Foundation Degree entry requirements please see the UCAS website www.ucas.com.

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Young people can study GCSEs part-time to support another course/study programme

WHY CHOOSE CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH? As a professional, vocational and technical college, City College helps young people make the transition from school, to university or into the world of work. Whatever the next step may be, we train people to get THE job or progress onto THE university-level course they want.

Employability

Links to Employers

All our study programmes are designed to give young people the skills and qualifications that employers are looking for, as well as those highly valued soft skills, including:

The College aims to support its students into full-time and part-time employment and has its very own employment service, offering a one stop shop for students seeking employment, either during or after their studies.

• resilience

From day one, College students can register with the service and receive support and assistance with CV writing, interview techniques and job applications.

• adaptability • reliability • team working • leadership • networking • communication

• c ore skills (words, numbers and computers) • enterprise and commercial know-how • creativity • problem-solving • taking risks and using initiative.

• t echnical competence and knowledge The employability skills students gain on their study programmes are reinforced through our dedicated employability centre, theworkspace, which runs regular workshops for students on CV writing, interview techniques, gives them employment opportunities and organises seminars with employers who share with our students what they want from prospective employees!

What’s more, many of our professional, vocational and technical study programmes offer additional qualifications which are appealing to employers - eg first aid, food hygiene, and health and safety.

Whatever study programme they choose, we guarantee that your son or daughter will have access to the best facilities and dedicated, enthusiastic staff, who are experts in their field, to support their learning.

Enhancing academic study with real-life work experience really gives our students an advantage - what’s more important in today’s competitive job market?

And it doesn’t end when they finish their study programme … they can access the service up to two years after completing their studies with us!

We have excellent links with employers through our Employer Endorsement Scheme, which means that our students can benefit from: • full and part-time employment via our jobs board • valuable tips and techniques to use in interviews from recruitment professionals • employer supported activities to boost employability skills • work experience placements in a range of sectors • community-based projects through volunteering.

“Our partnership through the Employer Endorsement Scheme cements our working relationship in a way that will benefit both organisations, helping the College to provide a curriculum that supports its students into employment, and helping our organisation gain and retain skilled employees.”

Guy Walker, Senior Partner at Nash & Co Solicitors

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More than coursework There’s a whole lot more to life at City College than simply studying. We encourage our students to get the most out of their free time with a diverse programme of social, cultural and sporting activities and events that will give them an exceptional experience.

Anyone can get involved, irrespective of their age or special abilities. We are proud to offer a rich and vibrant package that allows students to make friends and have fun, but also gives them an opportunity to develop their personal, confidence, leadership and teamwork skills.

Our Student Journey team offers a dynamic package of activities that underpin the Government’s Every Student (Child) Matters agenda by promoting personal safety, healthy lifestyle choices, positive ways to enjoy and achieve, and opportunities to volunteer and make a positive contribution to the student and local community.

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SUPPORT AT EVERY STEP We will ensure your son/daughter receives all the educational and personal support they need before, during and after their time at City College.

Personal tutors Each student on a full-time or substantial part-time (over 150 guided learning hours) study programme is assigned a personal tutor. The tutor will monitor the student’s progress and offer help and support with all matters relating to their studies.

We encourage parents and carers to meet with the personal tutors and to keep in contact.

Tutorial study programme All full-time students will have regular personal and academic reviews with their tutor, ensuring that they are on track to achieve their qualification and have planned their next steps.

Extra help in the classroom The College is committed to helping all students by giving them support to be successful on their chosen study programme. If your son/daughter has a disability that may affect their learning or participation, we need to know so we can ensure they receive the right support and assistance. This information is only used for support purposes.

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Students can tell us about this on their application form, at interview, at enrolment, during induction or at any time during their study programme. We respect a student’s right not to tell us about a disability, but this may affect the College’s ability to provide the appropriate level of support.

Careers guidance service Our careers guidance service can help your son or daughter make appropriate choices now and throughout their time at the College. Our qualified careers advisors provide individual guidance interviews, careers information resources and regular drop-in sessions.

To book an appointment with a Careers Advisor before applying, please call 01752 305803 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.

Careers guidance is FREE, impartial and confidential. As part of our commitment to careers education and guidance, the College has been awarded the prestigious Matrix Award for information, advice and guidance.

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One step closer to that job …

Support includes:

The College offers professional, vocational and technical study programmes at all levels so students can progress and achieve the highest qualification they need to meet their goals.

• texting students to remind them of study programme deadline dates

Being able to take students right up to university-level study and beyond is one of the key differences between the College and school. It allows strong relationships to form, and the range of ages at both of our main sites creates a mature learning environment.

Our Careers team will give advice on the appropriate level of qualification and progression routes before students join and throughout their time at College.

Welfare

• supporting students to help them complete coursework • one-to-one support and advice • running team relationship building sessions • drop-in sessions for young carers or young parents.

Learning resources To support your son/daughter’s studies there are well-equipped libraries at each of the two main centres - Kings Road and Goschen. Both have plenty of study spaces and computers, thousands of resources such as e-books and e-journals, and databases are also available 24/7 via a ‘virtual library’.

The College takes its responsibilities for the safety and well-being of its students very seriously. There is a designated and specially trained Safeguarding team who support and advise students and staff in all aspects of ‘being safe’.

Safeguarding incorporates a range of matters including health and safety (including e-safety), protection from abuse or exploitation, anti-bullying (including cyber-bullying) and associated matters. The College is an active member of the Plymouth Safeguarding Children Board and works with other agencies to ensure our students are safe at College.

All students are issued with an orange College lanyard and ID card holder so they are easily identifiable as a student whilst on College premises. All staff are identifiable by their blue or green lanyards and ID card holders.

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The College has a team of Student Liaison Support Workers whose role is to provide informal support to students who are struggling with their study programme.

• accessing Discretionary Learner Support funding to help with travel costs

Safeguarding and being safe at College

They liaise with personal tutors and other College staff to identify students who need help. They then work on a one-to-one basis in whatever ways will help the students to improve their attendance, enjoy College life and get them back on track.

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COSTS AND FUNDING Our Student Funding team provides information, advice and guidance about the range of funds on offer. They can help with: • sources of financial support and funding applications • travel options and funding • childcare provision and funding

Foundation Degrees For information on fees and bursaries for Foundation Degrees please refer to our university-level course guide, visit our website www.cityplym.ac.uk/university-level-courses or call 01752 305300.

• emergency hardship • meal support.

The support available will depend upon individual circumstances and the study programme being studied. To find out more call 01752 305381.

Course costs For those aged 16 to 18 studying a full-time course funded by the Skills Funding Agency, there are no tuition fees*.

Students aged 19 to 23 studying for their first full level 2 qualification (equivalent to five GCSEs at grades A to C) or their first full level 3 qualification (equivalent to two A Levels) may be entitled to tuition fee remission*.

Students aged 24+ who are undertaking a full level 3 or 4 qualification may be eligible for the new 24+ Advanced Learning Loan to cover tuition fee costs.

There are other study programme costs that all students will have to pay. For example, ancillary course costs (a contribution towards the materials supplied for the study programme), books, equipment and any costs for course trips. These costs (per year) are shown in the study programme pages.

Please check your fee position with the College if your son/ daughter is: • an overseas national (outside the European Union) • a European Union national/resident • a United Kingdom citizen/passport holder having lived outside the European Union for the last three years.

College Meal Scheme The College runs a FREE breakfast club for students during term time and support for students entitled to free college meals. To find out more call 01752 305381.

Travel There are a number of travel options available to full-time students. Students are able to access the free College buses (Citybus 36, 21 and 21A services), which run between the city centre, Kings Road and Goschen.

Students further away may be eligible for an annual subsidised bus pass in conjunction with various local bus companies.

Bus passes will be issued in conjunction with the main bus provider for your area (based on your home address).

Bus companies are Plymouth Citybus/Go Cornwall and Stagecoach Southwest.

For further travel information please contact the Student Funding team on 01752 305381 or visit our website. * This does not apply to international students.

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KEEPING YOU INFORMED We want to keep you updated on the College and encourage you to get involved.

If a student is under 18, we will ensure that parents and carers receive full information about the course, College support and your son or daughter’s progress.

If a student is over the age of 18 at enrolment, the College needs their permission to discuss issues regarding their studies with you.

You are able to make appointments to see College staff to discuss your son or daughter’s progress at any time, particularly if you have concerns.

Progress reports Each student will have their own Individual Learning Plan, which their tutor uses to record targets and to write a report on each student’s progress. Parents and carers of those students aged 18 or under will be invited to parent sessions throughout the year to discuss the progress report.

Attendance Regular attendance is key to success. Students are required to attend every lesson, unless they are ill or there is another genuine reason. The College has a system in place so that if a student’s academic work is slipping or they’re not attending, parents and carers of students under the age of 18 (on 1 September each year) will be informed.

Students are expected to attend regularly and, if a student is unable to attend, they should let the College know in advance. A register is taken at every class and any absences will be followed up by the course tutor. Please note: some financial support schemes are based on 100% attendance.

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QUALIFICATIONS EXPLAINED Apprenticeships For students who would prefer to follow a work-based route, there is a choice between an Apprenticeship (level 2), an Advanced Apprenticeship (level 3) or a Higher Apprenticeship (level 4).

Apprentices are employed and receive a wage whilst training with an employer.

National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) NVQs are work-related qualifications which apply the practical skills and knowledge learnt at College directly to the workplace. They are studied alongside an Apprenticeship.

GCSEs We offer part-time GCSEs in English, maths and additional science for those who have not achieved a grade C at school. These are studied alongside the student’s chosen study programme.

Level 1 and 2 Certificates and Diplomas

BTEC Subsidiary and Extended Diplomas

These are one-year courses which allow students to progress either into employment or on to higher level study.

All our level 1 and 2 qualifications have progression routes on to the next level of study (subject to satisfactory performance). For many students, these courses offer an ideal opportunity to develop their skills, learning in a more hands-on way and improving their future career prospects.

These are two-year vocational qualifications which blend practical, career focused skills and academic study to prepare young people for direct entry into employment or onto university-level courses (higher education). Students will study for a subsidiary diploma in year one and then continue on to the extended diploma in their second year.

Level 3 BTECs are the equivalent to three A Levels and will earn students UCAS points for entry to higher education. For example, a BTEC National Diploma with overall three merit grades earns 240 UCAS points (one A Level with an A grade earns 120 UCAS points).

Level 3 Diplomas These are two-year vocational qualifications which prepare students for direct entry into employment or to higher education (such as a universitylevel course). Some diplomas consist of more than one qualification and many offer additional related qualifications to support applications to work or university.

Higher National Certificates These are higher-level qualifications which relate to a particular employment sector and tend to be equivalent to the first and/or second stage of a degree.

They are for students who are aged 18+ and have successfully completed an A Level, extended diploma or other advanced level course (level 3).

Functional skills Functional skills are qualifications in maths, English and information communication technology (ICT) and are very popular with employers.

Studied alongside a student’s chosen course, they form a core part of their study programme.

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Foundation Degrees These are industry-related higher education qualifications equivalent to the first and second stage of a degree, developed by the College with employers. They are designed to include workplace experience, learning and assessment, whilst also providing a route for progression into employment or to the final year of an honours degree at specified universities.

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COURSE INDEX Access to Higher Education Courses

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Air Cabin Crew, Level 2

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Motorcycle, Level 1

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Applied Science & Technology, Level 2

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Motorsport, Level 1

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Audio & Music Production, Level 5

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Motortech, Level 2

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Beauty Therapy, Level 2

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Motortech, Level 3

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Beauty Therapy Techniques, Level 3

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Motor Vehicle, Level E

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Boat Outfitting, Level 2

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Music Creation & Performance, Level 2

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Bricklaying, Level 1

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Music Creation & Performance, Level 3

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Bricklaying, Level 2 & 3

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Music Production, Level 2

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Building Services Engineering, Level 1

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Music Technology, Level 3

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Business, Level 2, 3 & 5

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Naval Architecture, Level 5

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Business Management, Level 5

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Painting & Decorating, Level 1

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Business Marketing, Level 5

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Painting & Decorating, Level 2

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Catering & Hospitality Skills, Level E/1

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Childcare & Education, Level 3

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Performing Arts, Level 3 & 4/5

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Civil Engineering, Level 5

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Plastering, Level 1

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Computing, Level 2

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Construction, Level 5

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Construction and the Built Environment, Level 3

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Construction Skills, Level 1

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Plumbing & Heating, Level 3

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DJ & Electronic Music Producer, Level 3

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Prince’s Trust Team Programme, Level 1/2

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Electrical Engineering & Renewable Energy, Level 5

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Professional Chefs & Food Service, Level 1/2

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Electrical Engineering, Level 3

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Professional Cookery, Level 3

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English for Speakers of Other Languages, Level E

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Public Services, Level 1, 2, 3 & 5

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The College enquiry desk is open from 8.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Thursday and 8.00am to 5.00pm on a Friday during term time. During holidays the desk is open from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 4.30pm on a Friday.

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OPEN EVENTS • Saturday 7 November 2015, 10.00am - 1.00pm • Saturday 6 February 2016, 10.00am - 1.00pm • Saturday 21 May 2016, 10.00am - 1.00pm Join us at Kings Road to find out about the qualifications or experience you need to follow your choice of career. These events are for you to find out about the wide range of professional, vocational and technical courses and Apprenticeships on offer at the College, and to chat to local employers about what they want from prospective employees!

YEAR 11 COURSE TASTER WEEKS • Monday 26 October 2015 - Thursday 29 October 2015 • Monday 15 February 2016 - Thursday 18 February 2016 If you are aged 15-16 and want to ‘have a go’ at some of our courses, then pay us a visit during half term.

Our taster sessions offer young people the opportunity to meet current students and staff, and gain handson experience in a range of subjects from bricklaying to hairdressing. For more information visit www. cityplym.ac.uk/tasterweek.

TERM DATES 2016/17 Autumn term starts Monday 5 September 2016

Spring term ends

Friday 31 March 2017

Half term week

Monday 24 October 2016

Summer term starts Tuesday 18 April 2017

Autumn term ends

Friday 16 December 2016

Half term week

Monday 29 May 2017

Spring term starts

Tuesday 3 January 2017

Summer term ends

Friday 7 July 2016

Half term week

Monday 13 February 2017

DISCLAIMER Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that this guide is correct at the time of going to press, due to circumstances beyond the College’s reasonable control, changes may occur to course content, prices, courses offered and/or the services and facilities. Award and assessment requirements may change and we would advise students to check these prior to enrolment. The College cannot guarantee that completion dates and result notification for courses which require internal and/or external verification will always coincide with end dates as quoted in this guide. All courses are offered subject to the College’s Terms and Conditions available on the College website or by request on 01752 305300.