St Vincent College Course Guide 2022/23

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WELCOME TO ST VINCENT COLLEGE Thank you for considering St Vincent College as your further education provider.

It is an exciting time to join your local Sixth Form College. Here at St Vincent we are able to offer you a fantastic learning experience which will support you on your journey to becoming a young adult. You will thrive and achieve excellent results in a college environment tailored to your individual hopes, aspirations and need. We are very proud of the high quality of our provision, including the individual support that students receive and the significant progress that they make. All of this will support you to achieve fantastic results which will enable you to progress to higher level study or employment when the time comes for you to choose your future pathway.

We continue to invest in resources and facilities that will enhance your learning experience at our historic waterfront campus where we have the privilege of watching our students grow, develop and form friendships that will last a lifetime.

I am very proud to lead our highly dedicated and passionate staff team and very much hope that you and your families will able to come and see all of this for yourself by attending one of our forthcoming Open Events or by arranging a Personal Tour. These events provide you with the opportunity to learn more about what have to offer to you and how we can help you achieve your goals and ambitions. We recognise the importance of making the right choice when you leave school and believe that St Vincent College will provide you with the opportunities and experiences to achieve your future goals.

It is time for you to choose your pathway, choose your future, choose St Vincent College. #ChooseCollege

Andy Grant Principal

CONTENTS 08 ST VINCENT COLLEGE 09 Why Study at St Vincent College?

10 Student Success 12 Key Events 15 Future Planning, Progression

and Transition 16 Health and Wellbeing 19 Travel to St Vincent College 21 Enrichment 22 Student Council

24 STUDYING WITH US 24 Level Options 26 OUR COURSES 26 Art, Design and Digital Media 34 Business and ICT 42 Multi-Trades and Vocational Studies 50 English 52 Health and Social Care 58 Social Sciences 68 Mathematics 72 Music 78 Performing Arts 82 Science 88 Sports 96 Uniformed Protective Services 100

ADULT EDUCATION

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YOUR FUTURE How to Apply Application Process Application for Full-Time Enrolment

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WHY ST VINCENT COLLEGE?

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St Vincent College provides our students with an ideal environment in which they thrive. Our primary focus is to encourage our students to be the best they can be and to prepare them for their future, with help from our experienced teaching staff and campus facilities.

FACILITIES The campus has a unique offering of being the only college in the UK to have a tidal creek. This allows our sports courses to offer on-site water sports, such as Kayaking. Other facilities include the study hub, quad, sports grounds and plenty of social spaces to grab a bite to eat or take a break.

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AMBITION AND SUCCESS We fill our students with ambition and give the support needed to progress to the next level no matter the path they have chosen. We hold Internal Progression events as well as Careers Fairs which have helped hundreds of students on their way to success.

Adult Education

STUDY SUPPORT Students are encouraged to be independent but have access to plenty of support along the way. We offer one to one coaching, academic mentors and we have a dedicated Learning Support team to help with learning difficulties and disabilities.

Enhanced Provision

INSPIRING TEACHERS Our courses are delivered by dedicated, experienced teachers who are passionate about supporting your studies and achieving great results.

TIMETABLES MADE TO MEASURE

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Every student that comes here to study is different. We offer different levels and courses to ensure you have a timetable that is tailored to you and also ensures you are studying at the level best to help you progress.

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STUDENT SUCCESS At St Vincent College we are extremely proud of what our students go on to achieve.

Here are a few examples of successful students who, through hard work, determination and pushing their boundaries to the limits, have secured their dream courses at their chosen universities.

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GRACIE SKINNER

CONNIE ENNIS

Next step: University of Chichester Studying: Adult Learning

Next step: Portsmouth University Studying: Criminology and Forensics

MICHAEL FRANCIS

DAISY NORRIS

Next step: University of Chichester Studying: Physical Education

Next step: Birmingham City University Studying: Child Nursing

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STEVEN CULLY Next step: University of Chichester Studying: Football Coaching and Performance

VICTORIA YORK

JASMINE HESSEY

Next step: University of Chichester Studying: Law

Next step: Goldsmiths, University of London Studying: English

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Next step: Portsmouth University Studying: French

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NISHA SHARMA

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KEY EVENTS There is plenty to see on our campus, so why not come and take a look for yourself.

Our Open Events will provide you with the opportunity to meet staff and students, see our facilities and develop an understanding of what college life is like.

We also welcome schools on to the campus for Taster Days.

School pupils will get the chance to experience a day in the life of a student and will also have the chance to find more out about potential courses they may wish to study.

If you can’t make our open events we can arrange personal tours at a time that is a little more convenient for you.

Arrange a Personal Tour by emailing info@stvincent.ac.uk or by calling 02392 588 311.

OPEN EVENINGS TUESDAY 12TH OCTOBER 2021 4:30PM - 7:30PM WEDNESDAY 17TH NOVEMBER 2021 4:30PM - 7:30PM THURSDAY 3RD FEBRUARY 2022 4:30PM - 7:00PM WEDNESDAY 14TH MAY 2022 4:30PM - 7:00PM Please note that all information is correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.

TASTER ACTIVITIES Taster Activities will be scheduled at St Vincent College throughout the year. Please visit your school’s Careers Team for further details.

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FUTURE PLANNING, PROGRESSION AND TRANSITION CAREERS SUPPORT

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Our Careers Team are here to help you with whatever next steps you are considering, and if you are unsure, we can help you explore different options open to you. If you join St Vincent, you will be able to book an impartial careers interview online, by phone or by popping in to college.

If you have a quick question feel free to pop in without an appointment.

INTERNAL PROGRESSION

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Throughout your college experience your progression is regularly monitored to ensure you are working towards your goals and are supported to successfully complete your studies. We encourage students to achieve the highest level qualifications before moving on.

LIAISON

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If you come to our open events you will be sure to recognise the Liaison Team, who work closely with local secondary schools in order to provide future students with advice, guidance and support with their transition from school to college.

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Enhanced Provision

The team often attend school based careers events, parents’ evenings and other key progression events, where you can speak to them about our fantastic college experience.

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HEALTH AND WELLBEING Supporting the health and wellbeing of students is central to our values and is an important aspect to ensure you have the best possible college experience.

We ensure that all students have access to a range of support services that are tailored to your individual needs in order for you to excel in your studies.

Students can access a range of advice, guidance and support services at the college including: •

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Pre-enrolment advice and guidance regarding course choices and careers Weekly timetabled sessions with your Personal Tutor One to one support from your Personal Tutor upon request Advice and guidance regarding university, employment and apprenticeships Bespoke learning support Welfare support Mental health and wellbeing support Access to enrichment activities Opportunity to join our dedicated Student Council

Our support for students has been nationally recognised with the college coming runner up in the Sixth Form College Association (SFCA) Health and Wellbeing Award 2020.

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St Vincent College Studying with us Our courses Adult Education Enhanced Provision FOR SERVICES AND SUPPORT PROVIDED TO STUDENTS AND STAFF

ABOVE & BEYOND WINNERS 2021

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HEALTH & WELLBEING RUNNERS UP 2020

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT FOR SERVICES AND SUPPORT TO STUDENTS

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HENRY COURT

F1/E1 BUS 08:08 - 09:05 (57 MINS)

FAREHAM BUS STATION

FAREHAM ACADEMY E1 BUS 08:34 - 09:17 (43 MINS)

CAMS HILL

3/E1 BUS 08:20 - 09:17 (57 MINS)

PORTCHESTER 3/E1 BUS 08:21 - 09:17 (1 HR 5MINS)

CHARTER ACADEMY CROFTON X5/E1 BUS 08:12 - 09:05 (53 MINS)

BRIDGEMARY E1 BUS 08:52 - 09:17 (34 MINS)

#1 BUS 08:20 - 08:30 • FERRY • E1 BUS 08:57 - 09:18 (38 MINS)

ST EDMUNDS #3 BUS 08:20 - 08:34 • FERRY • E1 BUS 08:57 - 09:18 (42 MINS)

BRUNE PARK

E1 BUS 08:52 - 09:17 (25 MINS)

GOSPORT FERRY AND BUS STATION

BAY HOUSE

9A/E1 BUS 08:36 - 09:06 (30 MINS)

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TRAVEL TO ST VINCENT COLLEGE

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A 9:30 am start and local transport links not only means your college day starts later, but it’s also simple to get to us.

THE FIRST BUS SERVICE

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Getting to St Vincent College could not be easier. The College is serviced by several bus routes and has plenty of free parking for cars, mopeds and bicycles available on site.

TRAVEL BY BUS

Adult Education

Students enrolling with us will benefit from a range of bus travel options. Information to purchase a bus pass is available on the First Bus Website. The cost of the bus pass can be covered by the College for students eligible for Financial Support and if they live at least one mile away from the campus. The bus pass provided can be used on all local First Hampshire bus routes, including the Eclipse (E1/E2) service; this will provide students with a safe and efficient way of travelling to and from College.

Please follow the most up to date government guidelines or visit First Buses for their up to date information.

Enhanced Provision

www.firstgroup.com/help-and-support/coronavirus-information

CARS, MOTORCYCLES, AND BIKES St Vincent has extensive car and motorcycle parking facilities and secure cycle storage facilities on-site which are accessible to all students every day.

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For more information about our travel support please call 023 9258 8311 or email info@stvincent.ac.uk

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ENRICHMENT A key part of college life is the range of enrichment opportunities you can access as a student.

Enrichment covers a range of activities that are available in addition to your studies. These not only enhance your learning experience but provide you with the opportunity to try new things and develop core skills to support your development.

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Some of our enrichment opportunities include: Working towards additional qualifications and awards, joining the Student Council, Volunteering for Community Projects and Work Experience, First Aid Training, Sports Teams, Music, Drama and Dance Performances.

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STUDENT COUNCIL Joining the Student Council is a great opportunity to get you and your fellow students’ voices heard, to help support and influence decisions made by the college Senior Management Team and Governors.

You will balance your studies with other exciting tasks such as organising the end of year celebration and fund raising within the community.

Student Council applications take place in September. We select students from all different backgrounds of study to ensure the voices are heard throughout the whole college.

We welcome everyone; all applications are considered.

Keeping it green: A local litter pick

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Raising dough: Charity bake sales

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LEVEL OPTIONS Making the right choices for your college study can be the key to your success and progression to university, apprenticeship or employment.

We can offer advice and guidance tailored to you as an individual to help you make these choices. There are also things you can do for yourself to help you make informed choices, such as visiting our Open Events, carrying out research using our website and course guide, and looking into careers you might be interested in pursuing in the future.

We offer a wide range of vocational studies as well as GCSEs and A Level courses, which can all be combined to form your study programme.

LEVEL 3 PROGRAMMES A Level and Vocational Study 2 year programme Our high achieving students will be encouraged to participate in this programme which is designed to help each student develop their academic skills and leadership activities.

Options: • Study 3 A Levels or • Study2 A Levels and a single BTEC or • Study2 BTEC singles with an A Level or • Study a BTEC triple.

Level 3 Entry Requirements: These courses require standard entry requirements of at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, or a successful completion of a level 2 qualification with a merit or distinction grade. GCSEs will need to include either Mathematics or English plus any subject-specific requirements.

Progression Routes: University, employment or Advanced Apprenticeship.

LEVEL 2 PROGRAMMES Vocational and GCSE study 2 or 3 year programme These courses provide a pathway to multiple options including level 3 study at college or in higher education. Students can also choose to go on employment or an advanced apprenticeship.

Level 2 Entry Requirements: These courses require at least three GCSEs at grade 2 and two GCSEs at grade 3 or the successful completion of a Level 1 programme of study.

Progression Routes: After completing your Level 2 you can progress to Level 3, seek employment or start an Advanced Apprenticeship.

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LEVEL 1 PROGRAMMES Vocational and GCSE study 1 or 2 year programme

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Level 1 Entry Requirements: If you didn’t get the grades to study at level 2, you would need to start at level 1 with the goal of moving on to further level 2 study or employment. A typical study programme is over three days in college including tutor, core learning, maths and English. Vocational options include: health and care, hospitality and catering, construction, sport, retail and digital media.

Progression Routes: Progression on to a Level 2 qualification, Foundation Learning or employment.

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LEVEL 1 PROGRAMMES Bespoke Programme Level 1 Entry Requirements: No previous qualifications necessary although applicants may require a special needs assessment.

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Progression Routes: Progression on to a Level 2 qualification, Foundation Learning or employment.

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ART, DESIGN AND DIGITAL MEDIA

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St Vincent College Studying with us Art and Design Adult Education Enhanced Provision

Our Art, Design and Digital Media courses offer students a range of learning experiences that enable you to develop your creative skills and embrace your talent whilst offering you the opportunity to gain the qualifications to progress to University or employment.

Students learn in state of the art facilities in which students can be inspired to create and learn under the expert teaching of highly accomplished and experienced industry professionals.

The St Vincent campus also offers students a unique and naturally beautiful coastal campus from which students can seek inspiration to enhance your artistic and creative projects. With dedicated work space and classrooms with the latest digital technologies and learning resources our Art, Design and Digital Media courses can support all aspiring artists, designers, film makers, photographers and any other creative pathway to achieve your career ambitions.

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At St Vincent we value creativity and encourage our students to explore and create whilst they learn.

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FILM AND DIGITAL ARTS LEVEL 3 Students will learn how to approach theories and imagery in an critical and analytical way; to write fluently about film and media subject matter; to discuss and share ideas confidently and to present your findings in a visual and professional way using digital technology.

You will also learn how to produce short films.

If you are interested in the creative possibilities of film and moving image, this course is for you!

You will develop your practical and theoretical knowledge and use industry standard software to create your own original films.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at grade 9-4. Ideally some experience of creative subjects.

What students will learn: The knowledge and understanding of how moving images relate to the time and place in which they were made and to their social and cultural context, underpins this course.

How students will learn: Through practical assignments (film making), written essays and formal (coursework 60%) (controlled assessment 40%).

Assessment: Course work, task assessment, 15 hours controlled assessment at the end of the second year.

Student profile: Students who are inquisitive and asks questions about the world they live in. Have a keen interest in theory and practical aspect of media and film.

Possible combinations: Photography, Graphics, IT, Sociology, Business.

Potential university courses: • Film/Creative • Advertising and Marketing

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Potential career paths: • Film and TV production • Advertising and Marketing • Publishing • Museums, galleries and libraries

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Potential career paths: Gallery Worker, Illustrator, Animator, Freelance Artist.

Art and Design

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at grade 9-4. Must include grade 4 or above in GCSE Art.

Potential university courses: Illustration, Fine Art, Sculpture, Painting, Printmaking.

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Course duration: Two years

Possible combinations: Preferably combined with another creative A-Level course.

Enhanced Provision

This course is ideal for students with a strong interest in drawing and painting and with a desire to progress into a creative arts career or higher education pathway.

Assessment: Course work with externally set portfolio and 15 hour practical exam.

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This course focuses on building strong artistic skills within drawing, painting and printmaking.

Experimentation is encouraged through practical lessons and gallery visits. Sketchbooks are used to record ideas and other artists’ work.

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FINE ART LEVEL 3

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GRAPHICS LEVEL 3 Do you want to communicate in a visual and creative way? This course will make you confident with a variety of graphic design techniques and processes.

Experimentation is encouraged through practical lessons and gallery visits. Sketchbooks are used to record ideas and other artists work.

This course is perfect for students that are highly creative and passionate about visually expressing and communicating a variety of themes.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade 9-4. Must include grade 4 in Art or a creative subject.

How students will learn: A combination of practical and digital workshops, artist analysis and theory based creative learning.

Assessment: Course work and externally set project portfolio with 15hr exam.

Possible combinations: Well combined with Photography, Fine Art or Film A-Level courses.

Potential university courses: Graphics, Illustration, Web Design, Animation, Advertising and Marketing.

Potential career paths: Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Web Designer, Animator, Marketer.

LEVEL 2 - GCSE This course will encourage you to explore different forms and processes and communicate using a variety of traditional and modern techniques to produce creative graphical outcomes. By the end of the course you will be able to explore, understand and apply visual language and terminology to a variety of tasks.

Students will learn through a combination of practical workshops, digital recording and exploration of artists.

Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grade 2 or above If you have not yet gained Grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths, this will form part of your timetable.

Possible combinations: Would work well with GCSE Photography or other Level 2 courses.

Progression routes: Level 3 creative courses including Graphic Design A-Level.

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PHOTOGRAPHY LEVEL 3 Do you want to communicate in a visual and creative way? This course will make you confident with film and digital photography.

Experimentation is encouraged through practical lessons and gallery visits. Digital sketchbooks are used to record ideas and artists’ work. Previous knowledge of photography is not essential, nor is owning your own camera, just a passion for making your own images!

The photography department provides most of the equipment necessary. We don’t expect all students to have their own digital camera, but you might decide to invest in one if you become serious about the subject as it will aid your ability to make more work independently.

You will however need a storage device such as an SD card.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 – 9. A Creative Portfolio for the interview.

Possible combinations: A-Level Art and Design – Art and/or Graphics.

Film and Digital Arts.

Progression routes: For creative students, to foundation and a range of Visual Arts degree courses at art colleges.

Other Higher Education courses if studying a mixed study programme.

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LEVEL 2 Photography has a profound impact on the way we live our lives. This course will encourage you to explore different forms and processes.

You will learn how to visually communicate using a variety of traditional and modern techniques and produce creative photography outcomes.

You will learn about composition, the technicalities of using a camera well, darkroom processes and how to use lighting in the photographic studio.

By the end of the course you will be able to explore, understand and apply visual language and terminology to a variety of tasks and most importantly take better photographs.

Course duration: One year Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grade 2 or above. If you have not yet gained Grade 4 or above in English and/ or Maths, this will form part of your programme.

Possible combinations: GCSE Graphics and other level 2 courses.

Progression routes: A-Level Photography, A-level Graphics and Film and A-level Digital Arts.

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St Vincent College Studying with us Business and ICT Enhanced Provision

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You could be the next big name in these industries and our Business and Information Computer Technology (ICT) curriculum can provide the perfect education pathway for you to fulfil these dreams.

Incorporating the use of the latest technologies you will learn from our industry professional teaching staff in state of the art classrooms.

Students will benefit from not only high quality teaching but also progression support to enable you to achieve your future ambitions.

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Richard Branson, Steve Jobs, Bill Gates.

All great pioneers in the world of business and computing and all starting out with a clear goal built from the basis of a strong education.

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BUSINESS STUDIES LEVEL 3 Do you want to understand how and why business owners make complex decisions?

Are you curious, motivated and do you have lots of ideas? Would you like to understand how governments, consumers and other groups behave and why?

This course looks at how businesses are structured to make the best decisions for their customers, employees and shareholders. It looks at how markets, politics, economics, technology, law, environment and ethics as well as financial decisions can impact on a business.

Marketing, Finance and Law are all interwoven to give students a broad overview of how businesses operate Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: GCSE grade 4 and above in maths and English.

Two other GCSEs at grade 4 and above. Level 2 Business Merit and above.

What students will learn: Students will learn marketing, budgeting, finance and accounting, strategy, decision making, legal and ethical decision making using case studies and live examples from guest speakers How students will learn: Lessons are a mixture of theory and applied case studies and practice examples. Students will learn through research, discussion, sharing of ideas and opinion, guest speakers and case studies.

Assessment: Written exams, course work, task assessment.

Student profile: Enterprising, motivated by the whys, fact finding, curious, lots of ideas and willing to share them.

Enrichment opportunities: Guest speakers, trips to key local businesses.

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Possible combinations: • Law • Criminology • Psychology • Graphics • Health and Care • Uniformed Services • ICT Progression routes: University, apprenticeship, work.

Potential university courses: • Business Management • Law • Accounting and Finance • Marketing • Human Resources • New product development • ICT • Digital Potential career paths: • Business Ownership • Accounting • Solicitor • Patents and Licencing • Logistics • Marketing and Brand management • Sales • Human Resources • Office Management

This course introduces students to a range of local and national businesses and what makes them successful or not! We use case studies to show why both profit and other success measures like looking after your staff, the environment and having good ethics makes businesses successful. We also consider how politics, economics, and technology influence business decisions.

Progression routes: Level 3 Business Studies.

Course duration: One year.

Potential career paths: • Business owner • Human Resources specialist • Office Manager • Accountant • Marketing manager • Sales • Logistics

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What students will learn: Students learn about finance, market research, marketing, people management, using research to make decisions about a business and how it works, plus tools such as SWOT, 4Ps. Students finish their year with a final project where they come up with a business idea. We’ve had some great ideas from cakes to postcards, cat bedding to cashmere street wear and more!

Potential university courses: • Business management • Marketing • Human Resources • Accounting and finance • Entrepreneurship

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Entry requirements: Functional skills level 1, GCSE maths and English grade 3 and below. Curious minds and liking facts.

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BUSINESS LEVEL 2

How students will learn: Lessons are a mixture of case studies, practice examples, discussions, individual and group work, guest speakers and research.

Enhanced Provision

Assessment: Written exams, course work, task assessment.

Student profile: Students that are curious, questioning, wanting to move to level 3, high expectations and clear aims for the future.

Enrichment opportunities: Guest speakers, trips to local businesses.

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Possible combinations: • Law and Criminology • Graphics • Science • Health and Care

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ICT AND COMPUTING LEVEL 3 TRIPLE This qualification will help you to develop your knowledge, understanding and skills regarding the principles of IT and Global Information Systems. It will give you an insight into the IT sector while you learn about the technological changes occurring in our society, in terms of IT infrastructure and the global flow of information, as well as the legal and security aspects which govern the use of technology.

This course is the first year of a 2 year study programme which encompasses a wide range of centre assessed units with practical and wider project-based assessment opportunities, as well as examined units on the Fundamentals of IT, Global Information, Cyber Security, and Cloud Technology.

You will be able to demonstrate skills such as: writing specifications and the design, the build, the testing as well as the implementation of applications. Further transferable skills include communication, problem solving, time management, research and analytical skills.

This qualification will initially enable you to progress on to the second year of the course (Extended Diploma) with the aim to progress either on to university or the employment sector.

Course duration: Two years Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 – 9. English and Mathematics GCSE Grade 4 or above.

Possible combinations: As this is a triple course, it is a stand-alone course.

Progression routes: A high percentage of our students progress on to university to study or gain employment within the computer industry.

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IT ESSENTIALS BTEC LEVEL 3 SINGLE This course is the first year of a 2 year study programme which encompasses two examined units on the Fundamentals of IT and Global Information.

Further transferable skills include communication, problem solving, time management, research and analytical skills.

This qualification focuses on the requirements that will enable you to progress onto the second year of the course with the aim to progress either on to university or the employment sector.

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Fundamentals of IT Global Information

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Cyber Security Product Development Systems Analysis and Design.

Course duration: Two years Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 – 9. English and Mathematics GCSE Grade 4 or above.

Possible combinations: This is a single subject and you would select two other subjects, such as BTEC L3 Business (single) or BTEC L3 esports (single).

Progression routes: A high percentage of our students progress on to university to study or gain employment within the computer industry.

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ICT AND COMPUTING LEVEL 2

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This OCR Level 2 qualification is designed to provide specialist work-related qualifications in a range of sectors. It will give learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for employment. The qualifications also provide career development opportunities for those already in work.

This is a practical, work-related course. You will learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. It introduces you to the IT sector and provides a good basis to progress on to more advanced work-related qualifications.

Business and ICT

Course duration: One year Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at minimum Grade 2 to take this course, preferably a Grade 3 or above for English GCSE.

Adult Education

Possible combinations: If you need to resit English or Maths GCSE then you will have the opportunity to do this alongside Level 2 IT. However, if you only need to resit one of these GCSEs you could study a further vocational subject such as Level 2 Business or Level 2 Law.

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Entry requirements: Progression on to Level 3 courses, such as a BTEC Level 3 ICT and Computing Courses, esports or employment/apprenticeships.

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ESPORTS LEVEL 3 TRIPLE The esports industry is a fast-growing multi-million global industry. Therefore, it is essential to have a qualification that will give you a comprehensive insight into the professional field of organised competitive computer gaming, which is human versus human, either as individuals or in teams.

This course will provide an opportunity for the integration of social, physical, mental and financial skills into one qualification to deepen and expand your learning. These are skills that are highly valued in the changing and fluid workplace. You will be able to apply strategy, skill and teamwork to become highly successful.

ESPORTS LEVEL 3 SINGLE This unique qualification will enable you to study a sector that crosses over many subject areas and different disciplines such as: sport; marketing; enterprise; IT and the creatives.

As a consequence of studying this qualification at Level 3, you will develop the breadth of knowledge, understanding and transferable skills to meet the demands required to be employed within the esports sector, or go on to further study.

Course duration: Two years.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade 4 or above

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade 4 or above.

What students will learn: This is a career-focused qualification with industry endorsement that will enable you to learn underpinning knowledge, develop technical and transferable skills, and gain experience in a variety of different sections of the esports industry.

What students will learn: This is a career-focused qualification with industry endorsement that will enable you to learn underpinning knowledge, develop technical and transferable skills, and gain experience in a variety of different sections of the esports industry.

Possible combinations: This is a full-time course.

Possible combinations: Esports Level 3 Single could be mixed with any subject but in particular Business and IT.

Progression routes: The qualification is endorsed by the British Esports Association as being suitable for learners who want to work in this industry and is recognised by employers. This meaning that it will support your entry into the industry within a range of roles, whether this is through direct employment after the qualification has been achieved, or via apprenticeship, or after studying for a bachelor’s degree within higher education.

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Progression routes: The qualification is endorsed by the British Esports Association for post-16 learners who want to work in this industry / other related industries and is recognised by employers.

Meaning that this qualification will support your entry into the industry within a range of roles, whether this is through direct employment or via an apprenticeship after completion of the qualification.

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MULTI-TRADES AND VOCATIONAL STUDIES

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St Vincent College Studying with us Multi-Trades and Vocational Studies Adult Education Enhanced Provision

Students will learn the skills of their trades in our new state of the art construction and carpentry facilities. Here students will apply the knowledge they have learnt whilst developing their technical skills under the tuition and support of teachers with extensive industry experience.

Students will benefit from learning in a realistic working environment where they will hone the skills and knowledge needed for them to successfully move on to sustained employment when they qualify.

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Our country was built of the back of skilled tradespeople and at St Vincent we are proud of our place as Gosport’s only Post-16 provider for multi-trade qualifications.

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CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMME AVAILABLE AT LEVELS 3, 2 AND 1 As part of this exciting programme you will enjoy learning both the theory and practical skills required to provide you with an extensive range of skills that will prepare you for your career in the construction industry.

You will train in fully-equipped workshops, using the same machinery and tools you can expect to use in the workplace.

This course is perfect for students who are unsure which trade they would like to go into.

Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: No minimum entry requirements. If you have not achieved a Level 4 and above for Maths and English this will be a mandatory requirement of the course.

What students will learn: You will study a range of units with topics including: Health & Safety in construction, Plastering, Painting and Decorating, including Wall Papering and finally Carpentry skills.

These units will help you form a wide range of skills in demand with local employers to improve your chances of gaining employment within the industry.

You will complete written and practical work throughout the year. You will also complete English and Maths qualifications.

Progression routes: On completion you would be eligible to continue onto Level 2 programmes such as Painting and Decorating or Plastering.

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Progression routes: Site Carpentry.

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Entry requirements: You will need to complete the Level 2 Carpentry programme before progressing onto this course.

You will be taught in a well-equipped workshop with all the up-to-date resources associated with this type of course. You will have the opportunity to use this equipment to develop your skills in Carpentry and Joinery. You will be closely tutored in all aspects of the course.

Safety is a prime objective and you will be expected to provide suitable safety footwear.

Duration: One year.

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Course duration: Two years.

You will learn all aspects of Site Carpentry, including building methods, first fixing, second fixing, structural carcassing and maintenance.

You will also cover aspects of Health and Safety issues and how to maintain good working relationships, both with colleagues and customers. You will be trained by an experienced tradesperson in our purpose-designed Construction Centre.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade 4-9 or completion of Level 1 Construction.

Possible combinations: This is a full-time course in its own right.

Progression routes: Level 3 Carpentry, apprenticeships or employment.

Enhanced Provision

This qualification enables you, the learner, to demonstrate and recognise your skills, knowledge and understanding so you can work as a Site Carpenter within the construction industry.

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The Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry qualification has been developed for achievement in a training environment which means you do not need to be employed to undertake this qualification.

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PAINTING AND DECORATING LEVEL 2 The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding to progress into a job role in the industry.

Assessment: Assessment portfolio, externally assessed examination, practical assessment.

This qualification provides learners with a range of painting and decorating skills and knowledge.

Learners will also develop an understanding of the health and safety requirements for working in the construction industry, and the industry itself.

Enrichment opportunities: Purposeful Work Experience & Community projects. Outside speakers from the painting, decorating and construction world.

Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade 2-9 including a grade 4 in Maths or successful completion of the Level 1 Construction Multi-trades course.

What students will learn: The course is in unit form and you will be expected to complete all units for the full qualification.

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Construction health and safety The construction industry Preparing surfaces for decorating Apply paint by brush and roller Apply standard coverings to walls and ceilings Produce decorative finishes Construction information, quantities and communications

An integral part of all of the units will be Health and Safety. Throughout the course you will be able to use your work as evidence for all areas.

If you are the kind of person who enjoys using your hands and would like to develop these skills, this is the ideal course for you!

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Possible combinations: This is a full-time course.

Progression routes: On completion you would be eligible to continue onto the Level 3 Painting and Decorating course.

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This qualification provides learners with a range of plastering skills and knowledge. Learners will also develop an understanding of the health and safety requirements for working in the construction industry, and the industry itself.

An integral part of all of the units will be Health and Safety. Throughout the course you will be able to use your work as evidence for all areas.

Construction health and safety The construction industry Apply plaster to internal surfaces Apply render to external surfaces

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Enrichment opportunities: Purposeful Work Experience & Community projects. Outside speakers from the painting, decorating and construction world.

Possible combinations: This is a full-time course.

Progression routes: Level 3 Plastering.

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What students will learn: The course is in unit form and you will be expected to complete all units for the full qualification.

Assessment: Assessment portfolio, externally assessed examination, practical assessment.

Enhanced Provision

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade 2-9 including a grade 4 in Maths and/or English.

If you are the kind of person who enjoys using your hands and would like to develop these skills, this is the ideal course for you!

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Course duration: One year.

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Preparing background surfaces for plasterwork Fix dry lining and plasterboard products

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The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding to progress into a job role in the industry.

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VOCATIONAL STUDIES LEVEL 1 PROGRAMME If you have left or are leaving school and are still unsure of your career path, this course maybe for you.

LEVEL 1 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE

The Vocational Studies course lets you choose 3 from the following options

During the 1 or 2-year programme you will get the opportunity to study from a choice of vocational options.

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Sport Health & Social Care IT/Digital Media Hospitality & Catering Retail Construction

You will have the opportunity to investigate these industries to help you form a better idea of which career route you would wish to explore more. Alongside these options you will also gain valuable Work skills and carry out Enterprise activities.

Course duration: One year Entry requirements: No minimum entry requirement. If you have not yet gained Grade 4 in English and/or Maths, this will form a mandatory part of your programme.

What students will learn: The course is in unit form and you will be expected to complete all the units for the full qualification. Examples of some of the units you may be studyIng are: • • • • • • • •

Health & Social Care - Child Minding Retail - Understanding the Retail Sector Sport - Taking Part in a Sporting Activity IT - Gaming Creative Media Hospitality - Food Preparation and cooking Multi Trades Health & Safety in Construction Carpentry Hand Skills

Progression routes: To progress onto further study of one of your options.

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Hospitality Child Care Public Services IT/Game design Performing Arts

All students not yet at Level 2 will study Functional Skills in Maths and Literacy.

There are also plenty of ways to enrich your timetable; these could include Health and Fitness, John Muir Award, Work Experience and we also offer a varied enrichment programme.

You will have a dedicated tutor and support staff available to help you learn and develop your study skills alongside thinking about which career direction you would like to take in the future, and the skills you need to develop to make it happen.

Progression routes: • Entry level 3 Extended Certificate Vocational Studies • Level 1 Performing Arts • Level 1 IT • Level 1 Creative Media • Level 1 Vocational Studies

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Students are required to take this course if they have not achieved a 4 previously in English GCSE. Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: Level 2 Functional Skills English qualification or a 3 in GCSE English.

What students will learn: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing, looking at how writers use narrative and descriptive techniques to engage the interest of readers. Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives, looking at how different writers present a similar topic over time.

Assessment: Written exams.

Possible combinations: This course can be taken alongside any other course.

Progression routes: Students can progress to Level 3 once they have achieved a Grade 4 or above.

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Course duration: One year.

English

Entry requirements: There are no entry requirements.

What students will learn: The qualification gives learners the opportunity to listen, understand and make relevant contributions to discussions with others in a range of contexts. Apply their understanding of language to adapt delivery and content to suit audience and purpose. Read a range of different text types confidently and fluently, applying their knowledge and understanding of texts to their own writing. Write texts of varying complexity, with accuracy, effectiveness, and correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.

Adult Education

Students will be able to demonstrate a confident control of Standard English and write grammatically correct sentences, deploying figurative language and analysing texts. They will also develop their understanding of narrative writing and extended writing.

These courses will give learners the opportunity to gain a qualification for work, study and life, demonstrate the ability at an appropriate level to read, write, speak, listen and communicate in English and apply these skills effectively to a range of purposes in the workplace and in other real life situations.

Assessment: Written exams, oral exams.

Enhanced Provision

Students will learn to write effectively for different purposes and audiences: to describe, narrate, explain, instruct, give and respond to information, and argue; selecting vocabulary, grammar, form, and structural and organisational features judiciously to reflect audience, purpose and context; using language imaginatively and creatively.

ENGLISH FUNCTIONAL SKILLS LEVEL 2 AND LEVEL 1

Student profile: Anyone who does not already have a qualification in English.

Possible combinations: This course can be taken alongside any other course.

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This course will ensure that students can read fluently: identifying and interpreting themes, ideas and information in a range of literature and other high-quality writing.

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ENGLISH GCSE

Progression routes: Progression to GCSE depending on the level taken. This can be a final qualification for those who do not want to take a GCSE.

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HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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St Vincent College Studying with us Health and Social Care Adult Education

Students studying these subjects have a range of career ambitions including nursing, doctors, paramedics, midwifery, carers and social workers.

Incorporating extensive links with local universities, work experience and enrichment activities, students can be assured of an outstanding learning experience.

Enhanced Provision

Students access classes with state of the art resources that not only enhance their learning experience but help to prepare them for a future career in the health and social care industry.

Your Future

In recent years St Vincent has been at the forefront Health and Social Care education for school leavers which has seen this area of our curriculum to grow and develop.

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HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE LEVEL 3 TRIPLE The health and social care industry is one of the fastest growing in the UK – people are living longer and there is an increasing need for care and support as well as working with young people. By studying Health and Social Care you will learn how to help others improve their physical health and impact the wellbeing of people in your community as well as developing skills in working with service users. If you want to help make a positive difference to people’s lives then Health and Social Care is the course for you.

This course is the flagship ‘Pathway to Healthcare and Social Work programme’ for those who are ambitious to work within the Allied Health Professionals field, Care, Social Care and education sectors. Learners will gain experience of the breadth and depth that will prepare them for further study in the sector.

Course duration: 2 years.

Entry requirements: A standard of literacy, numeracy and general education equivalent to five GCSEs grade 4+ including 4 in English Language and/or Literature and Maths.

What students will learn: Externally: Human Lifespan Development, Working in Health and Social Care, Anatomy and Physiology and Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care. Internally: Meeting Individual Care And Support Needs, Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care, Promoting Public Health, Work Experience in Health and Social Care, Psychological Perspectives, Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs, Nutritional Health, Caring for Individuals with Dementia and Physiological Disorders.

How students will learn: Throughout the course, you will explore a variety of topics through classroom based learning.

This includes lecture style sessions, group work, research projects, flip learning and individual assignment based study.

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You will also learn practical skills such as how to undertake risk assessments, training in safeguarding, and first aid. Real world scenarios are embedded in the course to allow students to access current trends and changes in the sector.

Assessment: Written exams, course work,100 hours of mandatory vocational practice in local healthcare organisations.

Student profile: An interest to work in a field that offers a diverse career route. If you are an approachable, trustworthy and enthusiastic person, who wants to make a difference, then this course may be for you.

Enrichment opportunities: First Aid / AED qualification / DBS check are part of the course; all students undertake the vocational work placement (100 hours), visiting lecturers/professionals from Health, Social Work and Medical related fields, event days with the Universities of Portsmouth, Southampton, Chichester and Winchester.

Possible combinations: This qualification is a full-time study programme.

Progression routes: Preparation for health and social care related employment, apprenticeships or HE/ degree programmes.

Potential university courses: Nursing (Adult, Child or Mental Health), Paramedic Science, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Operating Department Practitioner, Midwifery, Primary Education.

Potential career paths: Health and social care related employment, apprenticeships, careers in the care sector, support worker, early years and NHS administrative roles.

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HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE LEVEL 3 SINGLE Throughout the course, you will explore a variety of topics through classroom based learning.

This includes lecture style sessions, group work, research projects, flip learning and individual assignment based study. Real world scenarios are embedded in the course to allow students to access current trends and changes in the sector.

Possible combinations: BTEC Level 3 Applied Human Biology, BTEC Level 3 Applied Science, BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology, Level 3 Criminology, BTEC Level 3 Applied Law, BTEC Level 3 Business.

Course duration: 2 years.

Progression routes: Preparation for health and social care related employment, apprenticeships or HE/ degree programmes.

Entry requirements: A standard of literacy, numeracy and general education equivalent to five GCSEs grade 4+ including 4 in English Language and/or Literature and Maths

Potential university courses: Nursing (Adult, Child or Mental Health), Paramedic Science, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Operating Department Practitioner, Midwifery, Primary Education.

What students will learn: Human Lifespan Development, Working in Health and Social Care, Meeting Individual Care And Support Needs and Physiological Disorders.

Potential career paths: Health and social care related employment, apprenticeships, careers in the care sector, support worker, early years and NHS administrative roles.

How students will learn: Throughout the course, you will explore a variety of topics through classroom based learning.

This includes lecture style sessions, group work, research projects, flip learning and individual assignment based study.

Real world scenarios are embedded in the course to allow students to access current trends and changes in the sector.

Assessment: Written exams, course work.

Student profile: An interest to work in a field that offers a diverse career route. If you are an approachable, trustworthy and enthusiastic person, who wants to make a difference, then this course may be for you.

Enrichment opportunities: Intro to First Aid / AED are part of the course, visiting lecturers/professionals from Health, Social Work and Medical related fields, event days with the Universities of Portsmouth, Southampton, Chichester and Winchester.

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HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE LEVEL 2

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This is a one year course that will help you to gain the knowledge, understanding and competency needed when considering employment in the Health, Social and Care sectors. You will have the opportunity to apply theory to practice during work placement. You will be expected to produce a portfolio of evidence which reflects your knowledge and understanding of the units studied.

Course duration: One year.

Health and Social Care

Entry requirements: You should be able to show that you have a standard of literacy, numeracy and general education equivalent to five GCSEs at Grade 2 or above.

Adult Education

What students will learn: Communication, Safeguarding, Principles of The Care Value Base and Person-centred Care, Exam skills, Health Conditions and The Human Body, Duty of Care and how it applies to all aspects of Health and Social Care.

Assessment: Externally assessed exam and internally assessed course work.

Enhanced Provision

Enrichment Opportunities: Work placement programmes, visiting lecturers and professionals, First Aid training / AED Training/Health and Safety / Mental and Wellbeing enrichment Possible combinations: Level 2 Health enables you to resit Maths and English qualifications to obtain a grade 4. If you have achieved Maths or English, you can choose a second Level 2 course.

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Progression routes: You could progress onto one of our Level 3 Pathway programmes. BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care (single or triple courses).

Employment in the Health and Social Care sectors.

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SOCIAL SCIENCES CRIMINOLOGY ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE LAW LAW AND CRIMINOLOGY PSYCHOLOGY

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St Vincent College Studying with us Social Sciences Adult Education Enhanced Provision

You have the opportunity to study such prestigious subjects as Law and Criminology, Sociology and Psychology These courses can be studied together or combined with other learning programmes that meet your desired learning aim. Taught by subject specialists with access to our iPad technologies to enhance your learning, studying humanities and social science qualifications can provide a platform for your future.

Your Future

At St Vincent College we offer a range of social science-based courses that enable students to develop their knowledge and understanding of our world and their place within it.

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CRIMINOLOGY LEVEL 3 Are you interested in what different types of crime take place in our society and what kinds of crime exist? How do we decide what behaviour is criminal? What are the roles of personnel involved when a crime is detected? Want a career in the police force, legal profession or forensic sciences? Perhaps you are interested to know more about the new exciting subject of Criminology?

This course explores contemporary theoretical and policy debates on domestic violence as a social problem and crime. It will enable learners to demonstrate a depth of knowledge of the criminal justice sector that shows thorough understanding of criminal behaviour and the functions of the criminal justice sector including forensic sciences, Police and other personnel.

This is a growing subject nationally and the first Criminology course offered at Level 3. It covers an exciting range of topics, covering the Changing Awareness of Crime, Criminological Theories, Crime Scene to Courtroom and Crime and Punishment. The qualification allows learners to gain the required understanding and skills to be able to consider employment within some aspects of the Criminal Justice System, Law or police force eg. the National Probation Service, the Courts and Tribunals Service or the National Offender Management Service.

Course duration: 2 years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs Grades 4 – 9. Preferably including English Language Grade 5 or above.

What students will learn: Students will examine the nature of different types of crime and problems concerning its measurement and distribution. This course examines some of the popular images of crime in the media and elsewhere, the creation and utility of official and unofficial crime statistics, and theories about the causes of crime.

The course provides an analysis of different criminological perspectives and is an introduction to methodological issues in criminology.

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The emphasis is on critical evaluation and application of the basic instruments of inquiry. As you progress through the course the focus develops towards criminological theory from 1930 to the present. The course is historical in nature and addresses such fundamental problems as why certain behaviour is defined as criminal, the causes of crime, and the consequences for the individual of being labelled as a criminal.

How students will learn: The course is taught using activity based learning, to enable students to build a comprehensive collection of notes and resources.

Assessment: Written exams, controlled assessment.

Enrichment opportunities: Visit to Portsmouth University’s Institute of Criminal Justice Studies as well as their Scene of Crime facility, trips to Portsmouth Law Courts, Portsmouth Mock Trial, Hampshire Police talks, Forensic workshop and much more.

Possible combinations: Works well with many A-Levels and BTECs, but particularly with Law, Sociology, Applied Science, Applied Psychology, Biology, Photography and Health & Social Care.

Progression routes: This course carries UCAS points towards Higher Education and University or multiple career paths.

Potential university courses: Criminology, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Psychology, Clinical Psychology.

Potential career paths: Police Force, CSI units, Forensic Sciences, Prison Service, Social Welfare Services, Armed Forces and the Criminal Justice System.

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE LEVEL 3 Environmental Science encourages students to fact find and explore the world around them. It focuses on Scientific skills in the laboratory and the field coupled with analysis of data; it covers theoretical and practical aspects of environmental science and requires problem-solving skills and the ability to apply information.

This course has elements of Science, Conservation, Geography, and Food production/ Agriculture within it. Exciting topics and content support you in the understanding of contemporary challenges facing the world today whilst providing a pathway to a fulfilling career in a growth sector.

This course is an exciting opportunity to explore science in depth utilizing both theory and practical skills; this will be applied to the natural world all around us. If you are passionate about our planet, understanding how things work, and exploring the natural world around us through the eyes of science, this course is for you. This course will develop laboratory skills, critical thinking, core scientific knowledge, exam skills, presentation skills, and understanding of ecology and sustainability.

This course has a range of progression routes available, including higher education and employment.

Course duration: 2 years.

Entry requirements: 4-5 GCSEs grades 9-4: including English, Maths, Sciences, Geography.

What students will learn: • Practical skills suitable for HE or the workplace • Scientific knowledge • Understanding of science-based careers • Fieldwork practice and techniques including presentation of the data collected • Best laboratory practice including use of equipment and health and safety

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How students will learn: • Written and practical skills and techniques • Cognitive, evaluative, and problemsolving skills, critical thinking • Interpersonal skills: self-management, adaptability and resilience, self-monitoring, and selfdevelopment • Making links between the real world and scientific theory • Self-directed study • Research techniques • Primary data collection • Analysis and presentation of field data • Safe and appropriate use of scientific equipment Assessment: Written exams, course work, laboratory work and fieldwork.

Enrichment opportunities: Local and overseas field trips; environmental projects.

Possible combinations: Biology, Psychology, Sociology, Business, Mathematics, Science, Protective Services.

Progression routes: Higher education and career opportunities.

Potential university courses: Geography and Science, Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Natural Science.

Potential career paths: Environmental Scientist, Hydrogeologist, Marine Biologist, Zoologist, Tourism, Environmental Planning.

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APPLIED LAW LEVEL 3 SINGLE BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Applied Law allows students to continue their education through applied learning and to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the legal sector. It aims to give a basic introduction to study of the legal sector.

In addition to specific legal content, the requirements of the qualification will enable learners to develop the transferable and higher-order skills that are highly regarded by higher education providers and employers.

Assessment: Written exams, course work.

The course assumes no prior knowledge of law or the legal sector and so is both an introduction to the subject and then a catalyst for a deeper understanding of legal principles in the UK legal system.

Progression routes: University, police work, employment in the courts e.g. Court Clerk, Court Usher.

The combination of internal and external assessment helps students to further develop their skills in analysis and evaluation.

The course includes up to date legal knowledge and cases, which are regularly updated in correlation with the cases being heard in the UK courts.

Students explore both civil and criminal law, the legal system, applying the law and family law, as well as having opportunities to learn practical skills to enable them to write a solicitor’s letter and case note files, to apply their knowledge to problem scenarios and make judgements on the likely outcome of cases.

Course duration: 2 years.

Entry requirements: Five grades 4 and above including a grade 4 in English.

What students will learn: Students learn about legal concepts, legal terminology and the impact of law on individuals and wider society.

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Enrichment opportunities: Visits to law courts, law departments and universities, including further national and international trips. Visits from guests speakers.

Possible combinations: Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care and Business Studies.

Potential university courses: Law (LLB), Law and Criminology, Law and Criminal Justice.

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Progression routes: You must achieve a Pass in Law and also Grade 4s in your other areas to progress to the next level. Subjects you may take at Level 3 could include; Sociology, Law, Criminology and Psychology

Social Sciences

You will study issues relating to defining crime and deviance, different explanations of crime and the differences between the main sources of data on crime. You will also gain an understanding of the criminal justice system, factors that influenced the way in which individuals experience the criminal justice system and how crime is linked to social aspects e.g. the media.

Possible combinations: Can be studied as part of a vocational programme or alongside English and Maths GCSEs.

Please note: This course is not an automatic route to Level 3, but may be used as an indicator as to your future suitability to a Level 3 programme.

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CRIMINOLOGY

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grade 2 or above. If you have not yet gained Grade 4 in English and/or Maths, this will form part of your programme.

Enhanced Provision

You will study to develop knowledge and understanding about the operation of the English legal system. You will also gain an understanding of the powers of police officers to arrest, detain and question those suspected of committing a criminal offence, and the rights of those suspects.You will also develop your knowledge and understanding about the different types of crime, how they are prosecuted and their relevant sentences.

Course duration: One year.

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SOCIOLOGY LEVEL 3 Sociology is the study of society - how people interact in groups. A-level Sociology examines social behaviour from a variety of perspectives: how it originates and then develops, and the ways people are organised into groups according to distinctions such as class, gender and race. Students will look at the institutions and forces which shape and are shaped by groups within a society, such as the media, religion and education. As well as this we study a range of sociological theories and methods, such as Marxism, Functionalism and Feminism.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs grades 4 and above, ideally a 5 in English.

How students will learn: Through debate, reading, group work, videos, trips and writing.

Assessment: Written exams.

Student profile: Someone with an interest in debating, in how society works and in politics and social issues.

Enrichment opportunities: Trip to New York and Portsmouth Crown Courts.

Possible combinations: Criminology, Psychology, Law. Progression routes: Onto higher education at University.

Potential university courses: Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, English, Politics, History.

Potential career paths: Social researcher for the government, Teacher, Working for the Office of National Statistics.

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Student profile: Students who take this course are those who are interested in human behaviour and mental health.

In year 1 you will study 4 key approaches in psychology, and apply these approaches to issues relevant to contemporary society, including topics such as gender, aggression, and consumer behaviour. Examples of topics covered are memory, social behaviours, learned behaviours, and biological explanations for behaviour.

Enrichment opportunities: Event days at local universities, guest speakers including lecturers and professionals from the field of psychology and mental health.

You will also have the opportunity to plan and carry out your own psychological research project, which will help you to develop your understanding of psychology as a science.

Progression routes: Employment or higher education in psychology, mental health, counselling or social work.

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Possible combinations: Health and Social Care, Criminology, Biology, Law, and Sociology.

Potential university courses: BSc degree in Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Social Work Potential career paths: Clinical and Counselling Psychologist, Sports and Exercise Psychologist, Forensic Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Life Coaching, Social Work, Uniformed Protective Services.

Adult Education

In year 2, the Health Psychology unit will introduce you to the topics of stress, addiction and health behaviours, and develop your understanding of the ways in which psychology is used to improve people’s health-related behaviours. The unit on Psychopathology will examine approaches to defining mental illness, characteristics of mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression, and a range of treatments used by mental health professionals.

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The BTEC Applied Psychology course will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed for a career in psychology and mental health.

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APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY BTEC LEVEL 3 SINGLE

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Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at grades 4 - 9 including English.

Maths GCSE grade 4 is preferable.

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How students will learn: A variety of teaching and learning methods will be used to help you master the course content.

For example, there will be opportunities for group work, independent research, and case studies to help you apply your knowledge to real-life examples.

Assessment: Written exams, course work.

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MATHEMATICS

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St Vincent College Studying with us Mathematics Adult Education Enhanced Provision

These are vital for money management, calculating area and space and understanding ratios and percentages.

Your Future

Our teachers are here to help and support you to improve your maths skills.

Qualifications in maths (Functional Skills and GCSE) will propel your personal, academic and career success.

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MATHEMATICS GCSE This course will help learners to develop confidence in, and a positive attitude towards, mathematics and to recognise the importance and relevance of mathematics to their everyday lives and to society. This course will enable learners to appreciate the coherence, creativity, elegance and power of mathematics.

Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: Functional Skills Level 2 or a 3 in GCSE Maths.

What students will learn: Students will develop problem solving skills, generate strategies to solve problems that are unfamiliar and answer questions that span more than one topic area of the curriculum. Students will be able to make mental calculations and calculations without the aid of a calculator, make estimates, understand 3-D shapes, use computers and other technological aids, collect data, and understand and use the statistical problem solving cycle.

Assessment: Written exams.

Student profile: Students are required to take this course if they do not already have a level 4 in GCSE maths.

Possible combinations: Any combination.

MATHEMATICS FUNCTIONAL SKILLS LEVEL 2 AND 1 The Functional Skills Mathematics course will enable the student to gain confidence and fluency in Mathematics along with a new and positive attitude towards the subject that they have yet to gain a significant grade or qualification in. Students will convey their confidence in using Mathematics by demonstrating a sound grasp of Mathematical knowledge and skills and apply it to solve Mathematical problems.

Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: There are no entry requirments.

What students will learn: Students will be able to work out simple relationships between common units of measurement to define quantities, also involving mathematical terms for position and direction.

Students will learn to apply and use calculations with common measures including money, time, length, weight and capacity.

Learners at Level 2 will learn how to handle relationships between measurements of various kinds, use angles and coordinates when involving position and direction and make use of geometric properties in calculations with 2-D and 3-D shapes and understand the relationships between them.

Assessment: Written exams.

Student profile: Students without a qualification in Mathematics.

Possible combinations: Any combination.

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St Vincent College Studying with us Music Adult Education Enhanced Provision

Our fantastic Music department provides students with creative freedom to express your musical talent whilst providing the highest standards of teaching in our highly resourced facilities which incorporate the latest musical technologies.

In addition to being taught in a fun and creative environment, students also take their skills on the road and will perform at events and showcases across the region, including festivals such as Wickham and Victorious.

Students’ individual talents will also be enhanced by specialist peripatetic teaching in addition to their main learning programme.

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All talented singers and musicians should consider St Vincent College to help you develop your skills, experience and abilities.

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MUSIC TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 3 Do you have a passion for music production, mixing and the recording industry? Would you like to work and learn in a multi-purpose recording studio and technology suite? Are you a musician looking to develop the necessary skills to produce your own music? Are you an avid listener of a wide range of musical genres?

Would you like a career in the music industry?

If the answer to any of the above questions is yes, a course in Music Technology would be the perfect choice to compliment your studies.

Course duration: Two years Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 – 9. An ability to read music at a basic level would be an advantage What students will learn: Students will learn how to record live instruments, produce original music through professional sequencing techniques, mixing and mastering audio. Students will learn about the study of recording equipment and musical instruments, live sound techniques and working in the music industry.

Assessment: Course work and practical assessments.

Enrichment opportunities: College Choir, individual instrumental lessons, radio station visits, workshops, visits to music studios.

Possible combinations: Could be taken alongside both BTEC and A-Levels including Music Performance, IT, Sciences, Performing Arts and Business.

Progression routes: Higher Education courses in Music, Music Technology, Performing Arts or combined subjects. Music college. Jobs in the music industry.

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MUSIC PROGRAMME LEVEL 3 TRIPLE A combination course for performance and production, with additional units focused on students’ career pathway choices.

Course duration: One year – Foundation Diploma.

Two years – Extended Diploma.

Pathways can include:

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 – 9. An ability to read music at a basic level would be an advantage.

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Performance Composition Studio recording Event management Formal graded examinations This course is designed for students who desire a career in the music industry and/or have ambitions to study at university.

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Music festivals Recording studios Radio stations Music promoters Venues.

Throughout the course you will be provided with opportunities to perform at the highest level.

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How students will learn: Students will enhance their knowledge and skills by learning about the music industry, creative composition and arrangement, the recording process, multi-track studio work, music software, sequencing, sampling and synthesisers.

Assessment: Course work and practical assessments.

Possible combinations: This is a full-time course in its own right.

Progression routes: Higher Education courses in Music, Music Technology, Performing Arts or combined subjects. Music college. Other degree courses.

Jobs in the music industry.

St Vincent music department focuses on practical skill development and real-world projects including live performance, festivals & events, composition, recording & releasing of original material. Many of our alumni have active careers in the music industry, performing in bands, working for studios and record labels, teaching and other industry roles.

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Enrichment opportunities: Recording studios, music universities, music festivals, events and concerts, radio stations, record labels.

Progression routes: From Level 2 to Level 3 BTEC Music Performance & Music Technology (Production).

Intensive music programme. Other Level 3 programmes.

Potential university courses: Music Business, Music Performance, Music Technology, Music Composition.

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The mandatory content allows learners to concentrate on either the development of their musical performance or production skills and creative techniques, and relate them to the music industry.

Assessment: Course work, task assessments, music performances - concerts, recitals and rehearsal projects.

Potential career paths: Music Performer, Producer, Composer, Music Teacher, Music Engineer, Music Agent.

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The music sector has a value of almost £4 billion in revenue and employs more than 100,000 people in the UK. The content of this qualification has been developed to ensure that it supports progression to higher education. In addition, employers and professional bodies have been involved and consulted in order to confirm that the content is appropriate and consistent with current practice should learners choose to enter employment directly in the music sector.

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MUSIC PERFORMANCE LEVEL 3 AND 2

Students are given creative freedom to follow their own musical interests and are encouraged to take ownership of their own projects and musical endeavours.

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Course duration: One year for Level 2 and two years for Level 3.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs - Grade 4 or Above. Ability to play an instrument (including vocals) For Level 2, Five GCSEs at grade 2 or above.

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How students will learn: Synoptic assessment: Synoptic assessment requires learners to apply learning from across the qualification to the completion of defined vocational tasks. The qualification has been designed to promote iterative integrated assessment through learning and teaching modules, which provides a strong basis for synoptic assessment.

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PERFORMING ARTS

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This enables students who wish to develop their acting, dance and performing skills a curriculum they can study alongside other subjects.

Using our industry standard performance Theatre and specialist dance and rehearsal facilities, students benefit from learning in a realistic performing arts environment, one that celebrates talent and enhances your learning and creative experience.

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Students with a creative flair can study our performing arts course alongside other curriculum areas.

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PERFORMING ARTS LEVEL 3 SINGLE If you have an interest in the Performing Arts and wish to become a professional performer or work in the Performance Industry then this multi-disciplinary course is for you. This is a highly practical course in which you will study a variety of theatrical disciplines including acting, dance, musical theatre, devising shows, physical theatre and even circus skills.

You may already have a qualification in Drama, Music or Dance but this is NOT a requirement of the course. Whatever skills and experience you bring with you will be developed and improved through practical workshops and public performances.

The course suits dedicated and enthusiastic students with a genuine passion for performing.

You will take part in regular classes where you will develop your core technique, applying your skills and analysing and evaluating your progress through logbooks and practice diaries.

The majority of your assessment will take place via the public performance of your work either in one of St Vincent’s dedicated theatre spaces or at other local professional venues.

You will learn how to research, develop and prepare roles for performance across a range of theatrical styles in a mixture of student and teacher led projects.

You will need to work consistently throughout the course in order to learn lines and choreography and the ability to work both independently and also be effective in a team is vital. These practical skills will be supported with a variety of theoretical lessons, theatre trips and workshops from visiting companies designed to expand and broaden your view of the Performing Arts.

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There is also an opportunity to collaborate with students from across other college courses such as Art, Photography, Graphics and Music.

Success on the Performing Arts course can lead to direct entry into the performing arts industry as an actor, dancer or singer but most students opt to go on to study at either university or in a specialist Dance/Drama school. Our extensive tutorial and support programme will help you with this process and as such currently 100% of our UCAS applicants for performance related courses successfully gained a place at university.

Course duration: Two years Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 – 9. You will also participate in an audition process.

Possible combinations: With two A-Levels or single BTECs in related subjects such as Music, Dance or Art. Progression routes: Higher Education for degree courses in Performing Arts. Specialist vocational courses.

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St Vincent College Studying with us Science Adult Education Enhanced Provision

Science remains at the forefront of innovation and exploration and at St Vincent students can study a range of science subjects that will enable you to progress to University and employment.

Blending exciting experiments, classroom learning and study in our fantastic laboratories and teaching spaces, students studying Science subjects are assured of a fun and enthralling learning experience led by our passionate and supportive teaching staff.

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At a time when the world’s focus is on the importance of science, never before has it been such an exciting time to consider this area as a progression pathway.

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APPLIED SCIENCE LEVEL 3 TRIPLE This is a multifaceted and exciting course which explores aspects of all three sciences (physics, chemistry and biology). This course has a large proportion of practical work, which is focused on relevant real-world science which can be contextualised to every day life. This course covers core knowledge within chemistry, biology and physics as well as the career prospects for these areas of science.

Student profile: Curious, hard-working, innovative, committed, diligent, organised.

Students will learn core content relating to chemistry (e.g. reaction mechanisms, functional chemistry, practical chemistry and industrial chemistry), biology (including medical physics, anatomy and physiology and the science behind disease and medical advances to treat diseases) and physics (fluid dynamics, energy and many other areas related to physics).

Progression routes: University, Apprenticeships, Training, employment, self-employment.

This course offers the opportunity to explore science in a way which enables students to not only develop their core science knowledge in chemistry, biology and physics but also their confidence, practical skills, organisation skills, exam technique, research skills and many more.

This is an exciting and engaging course which has a large proportion of practical work. If you are curious and love to explore why things work, this could be the ideal course for you.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 – 9, including at least 4 in Science, or Mathematics and English at GCSE Grade 4.

How students will learn: Students will learn through varied and engaging lessons incorporating core content, a range of assessment and application tasks, research tasks and extensive practical work.

Assessment: Written exams, course work, practical assessments.

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Enrichment opportunities: Industrial trips, workplace trips, opportunities to explore work-based laboratories and university open days as well as science related enrichment trips.

Potential university courses: Nursing, Paramedic, Physio Therapy, Biomedical Science, Marine Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forensic Science, Physics, Engineering.

Potential career paths: Nurse, Paramedic, Physio Therapist, Science Teacher, Research and Development Scientist, PhD Student, Engineer.

This is an exciting and varied course which is ideal for anyone who is curious and excited to explore the world of science, including its applications in a range of career roles, everyday situations and real-world research.

Enrichment opportunities: Industrial trips, laboratories and University open days.

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Students will learn core content related to chemistry, biology and physics - as well as real world applications of this knowledge and practical skills related to these areas. Students will also learn exam skills, time management skills and gain a range of practical skills in the laboratory.

Student profile: Hard-working, well-organised, curious, diligent, hands-on, inquisitive, innovative.

Progression routes: Higher education at University, Apprenticeships, Employment, self-employment or training.

Potential university courses: Nursing, Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship, Forensic Science, Foundation year degrees in Science.

Potential career paths: Nurse, Paramedic, Research and Development Scientist, Pharmacist, Science Teacher, PhD Student, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist.

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This is a course which explores science as a whole, including dedicated units which focus on chemistry, biology and physics. The course is applied, so there is a large proportion of practical work which is relevant and exciting for students. Students will be taught about progression routes within science including higher education options and careers.

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Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 – 9, including at least 4 in Science, or Mathematics and English at GCSE Grade 4.

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How students will learn: Students will explore science in an inquisitive way, using a range of real world applications to contextualise this knowledge. This course includes examined units and coursework-based units, with a large proportion of practical work.

Industry visits and trips will be incorporated wherever possible.

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Assessment: Written exams, course work, practical assessments.

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APPLIED HUMAN BIOLOGY LEVEL 3 SINGLE This course is to designed to inspire and develop your enthusiasm for human biology whether you want to take this course for interest or whether you need it to support your future career. You will gain insight into current issues in human biology including stem cells, immunisation, heart disease, genetic manipulation and novel treatments.

Students will learn key concepts of human biology that will enable you to understand the workings of the inner human body, including all body systems and the intricacies of homeostasis and how we stay alive. You will learn about small molecules like DNA to large body systems like the cardiovascular system.

Taking this course could open many doors in your future. If you dislike exams there is only one in the two years and the internal assessments are equally weighted to the external assessments. The content is all human biology based and applies the theory to real life situations such as antibiotic resistance, ECGs and heart disease as well as microbiology and infectious diseases such as Ebola, HIV and even Covid-19.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: English and Maths at grade 5 or above, And GCSE Science Grade 5 or above.

How students will learn: Students will learn the topics through reading papers, dealing with data, dissections, design and implementation of experiments, problem solving, presentations, research and debates.

Assessment: Written exams, course work, controlled assessment.

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Student profile: As a student you need to be keen to learn, dedicated to your studies, be able to revise independently and have a passion for human biology.

Enrichment opportunities: Natural History Museum and Science Museum and Human Body Works.

Possible combinations: Applied Science, Maths, Psychology, Environmental Science and Health and Social Care.

Progression routes: University or Apprenticeships in Allied Health Professionals such as nursing, radiography, occupational therapy, as well as Biology or Science related courses.

Potential university courses: Nursing, Biomedical Science, Midwifery.

Potential career paths: Mental Health Nursed, Dental Nurse, Occupational Therapy.

Biology GCSE is a highly regarded qualification.

Employers and Education institutions know it is an excellent course to prepare for work in careers such as nursing, lab technician, microbiology, agricultural work. If you are considering teaching as a career GSCE Biology fulfils the GCSE science requirement.

Progression routes: Level 3 Science Subjects or or ultimately on to a PGCE with a relevant degree.

Potential university courses: Teaching, Nursing, Biomedical Science.

Potential career paths: Midwifery, Microbiologist, Environmental Scientist.

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This course is about biology, the study of living things. This means that the subject is as diverse as the living world itself. The course encompasses the study of viruses, bacteria, plants, animals and humans. It concentrates on human body systems and inheritance and reproduction.

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Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: Five GCSE grade 3 or above.

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How students will learn: Students will develop self confidence in science and a positive attitude towards it recognising the importance of science in our everyday lives and society. Practical skills will be learned as it is an intrinsic part of our course. Skills are developed that learners may transfer to employment in many different possible careers.

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Assessment: Written exams.

Student profile: Students with a positive attitude, willingness to learn and study and curiosity of livings should apply.

Enrichment opportunities: Life Labs Southampton, Natural History Museum/ Science Museum and Body Works.

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Possible combinations: Level 2 provision such as Health and Social Care, GCSE Maths or English.

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St Vincent College Studying with us Sports Adult Education Enhanced Provision

Our Sports department is consistently ranked as one of the highest performing sports courses in the country. This has led to student success not only in the classroom but also the sports field with the College crowned league and cup double winners in 2020.

Students will access vibrant teaching and be able to develop their coaching, fitness and leadership skills throughout their study programme. This has enabled many students to progress to some of the most prestigious university courses in the country and led to many students pursuing careers in the sports industry.

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Whatever sport you may be interested in you can be assured of experiencing the highest levels of teaching and coaching as a student at St Vincent College.

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SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVEL 3 TRIPLE This qualification will allow students to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to deliver sport and physical activity to an individual or group of participants, plus identify those who would benefit most from participation; select which sport or physical activity would be best for them, and how to organise, coordinate and facilitate different events or programmes of activity that allow people to actively engage in and enjoy sport and physical activity. This can be in a more ‘office-based’ role such as a Sport Development Officer or Community Sport Officer who is responsible for organising events, obtaining funding to run events, identifying target groups, supporting the recruitment of staff and volunteers to run events and activities and ensuring the sustainability of sport and physical activity. Or it can be in a more ‘field-based’ role such as a Senior Sports Coach or Senior Activity Leader responsible for delivering sport and physical activities, as well as co-ordinating the activities of other coaches and activity leaders and promoting the benefits of participation and leading a healthy lifestyle to schools, community groups and/or other target groups.

Students will develop their knowledge of a wide range of sport and physical activity topics, from anatomy and physiology to psychology, from fitness to sports participation, to event planning to working in leisure facilities.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grade 4 and above. English or Maths at Grade 4 must be achieved.

How students will learn: Mixture of theory and practical sessions.

Assessment: Written exams, oral exams, course work.

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Student profile: Someone who loves sport, fitness and being active and has a passion for learning more about how the body works and the influence of different factors on an individual’s sport and physical activity participation.

Enrichment opportunities: Trip to New York City, NCS, weekly fixtures for Netball and Football Teams.

Possible combinations: Netball and Football academy, GBFC Centre of Excellence, Maths/English GCSE if required.

Progression routes: University, career in sport/leisure.

Potential university courses: Sport and PE Coaching, Sport Therapy, Outdoor and Adventurous Activities, Sport and Exercise Science.

Potential career paths: Personal Trainer, PE Teacher, Sports Coach, Outdoor Adventurous Activities Instructor, Leisure Centre Manager, Sport Development Officer, Sports Therapist.

Football: GBFC will deliver over 12 hours of first class football training as part of the Elite Football Academy Programme. You will compete in fixtures, which provides a high-quality experience for 16-19 year olds on the pitch.

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Entry requirements: As this is an Elite Football Academy, before being accepted onto this programme your footballing ability will be assessed by Gosport Borough Football Club.

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Possible combinations: This is a full time course in its own right.

Students who are yet to gain a Grade 4 in English and/or Maths will need to re-sit these GCSEs alongside this course.

Progression routes: A career in the world of football either as a player, coach or match official. Higher Education – degrees in sport e.g. PE teaching, coaching, sports therapy, sports science, exercise referral and sports development. Employment in the sports industry.

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Together, we aim to help players achieve the highest standard of football possible. Possible exit routes from the St Vincent and GBFC Elite Football Academy are: into professional and semiprofessional Football Clubs though our links within the game; onto a US Scholarship where you can play and learn at one of the universities or onto a degree course at a UK university to study any sport-related degree.

Course duration: Between two and three years depending on entry qualifications.

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The whole programme is between two and three years long and combines lessons with training and fixtures so that the course that you are studying will be a part of your development as a player.

Education: You will complete a sport qualification. You will be enrolled on a sport qualification relevant to your exam results.

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This programme, in conjunction with Gosport Borough Football Club (GBFC), is designed for footballers who are looking to progress as a player into a Pro/Semi-Pro club, a Scholarship in the USA, or onto a university degree course in the UK.

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SPORT LEVEL 2 The Level 2 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity qualification aims to develop your knowledge, understanding and skills of the essentials of Sport. Students will gain an insight into the Sport and Physical Activity industry. Designed in collaboration with industry experts the qualifications focus on the requirements that today’s employers demand.

How students will learn: Mixture of theory and practical lessons.

Course duration: One year.

Enrichment opportunities: NCS and trips to New York City.

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs Grade 2-3.

Possible combinations: Repeat Maths and English GCSE and GBFC Centre of Excellence.

What students will learn: Practical Sport - By completing this unit, learners will develop their skills, techniques and use of tactics/strategies in selected sports, as well as their understanding of the rules and the roles of officials. They will learn how to review a performance and identify areas of strength and weakness.

Anatomy and Physiology for Sport - The aim of this unit is to give learners a basic underpinning knowledge of the function and structure of the systems in the human body, linking to exercise and sporting activities Fitness Testing and Training - In this unit learners will learn about the different components of fitness and actively engage in assessing their own fitness and identifying their strengths and weaknesses. Comparing their fitness with national norms and relating it to what is needed to achieve excellence in sport. They will also look at how lifestyle choices have an impact on their fitness and how psychological factors can have an influence on performance, providing the learner with a better understanding of fitness and fitness testing.

Planning and Leading Sports Activities - By completing this unit learners will develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills to enable them to plan, lead, deliver and review safe and effective sporting activities.

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Assessment: Coursework.

Student profile: Someone who has an interest in working in sport and physical activity or progressing to L3 Sport.

If you have already achieved Grade 4 Maths or English GCSE, students can combine this course with L2 Uniformed Protective Services and either Maths or English GCSE. Progression routes: OCR L3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.

Potential university courses: • PE and Sport Coaching • Sport and Exercise Science • Sports Therapy Potential career paths: • Recreation Assistant in a Leisure Centre • Lifeguard • Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor • PE Teacher • Sports Coach • Activity leader at summer camps/ playschemes

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SPORTS LEADERSHIP LEVEL 3 This is an exciting and challenging award. The course will provide you with the opportunity to develop your communication, planning and organisational skills.

Students will develop leadership skills, planning, delivering and evaluating a progressive series of inclusive sport/physical activity sessions, including leading sessions to a range of participant groups. It will will include planning, delivering and evaluating an event.

This course will enable students to continue to further develop their leadership skills and to achieve a second nationally recognised qualification that will enable access to further opportunities and qualifications.

Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs grade 4-9 or successful completion of the Level 2. Qualification in Community Sports Leadership is usually a pre-requisite but individual applications will be considered on merit. Interest and passion for sport, working with children and further developing skills in sports/activity leadership.

Assessment: Coursework/portfolio of evidence supported by practical activity and event leading that is observed and assessed internally.

Enrichment opportunities: Students will be involved in different events and activities that may take place both on, and away from, the college site.

Possible combinations: Sports and Uniformed Protective Services.

Potential career paths: Sports coaching, PE teaching, Event management, Health and fitness instructing.

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LEVEL 2 Students will develop leadership skills, planning, delivering and evaluating sport/physical activity sessions and events.

This course will help learners build leadership skills, plan, lead and evaluate sport/physical activity sessions, assist in planning and leading a sports/physical activity event, and lead sport/ physical activity sessions communities.

Course duration: One year.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs grade 2-3. Interest and passion for sport, working with children and developing skills in sports/activity leadership.

Assessment: Coursework/portfolio of evidence supported by practical activity and event leading that is observed and assessed internally.

Enrichment opportunities: Students will be involved in different events and activities that may take place both on, and away from, the college site.

Possible combinations: Sports and Uniformed Protective Services.

Potential career paths: Sports coaching, PE teaching, event management, health and fitness instructing.

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St Vincent College Studying with us Uniformed Protective Services Adult Education Enhanced Provision

Our Uniformed Protective Services sits at the forefront of post-16 education for this curriculum in the region and showcases the passion we have for supporting our services.

Students are taught by teachers who have worked across a variety of professional services and utilise their background and experience to enhance students’ learning and progression opportunities.

Combining classroom and physical activities students develop a broad range of skills that enable them to progress on to University or employment in one of the protective services.

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St Vincent is proud of our history with the Royal Navy and other uniformed services.

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UNIFORMED PROTECTIVE SERVICES LEVEL 3 The uniformed protective services sector is diverse and encompasses uniformed public services such as the police service, the fire and rescue service, the armed services and the prison service. These public services are organised and financed by the government to benefit society.

Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of uniformed protective services topics, to prepare for a career in the uniformed protective services, or to progress to higher education.

Course duration: Two years.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs at Grades 4 and above. Ideally including Maths or English GCSE at Grade 4 and above.

What students will learn: • Citizenship and Diversity • Behaviour and Discipline • Physical Preparation, Health and Wellbeing Teamwork, Leadership and Communication • Skills for Outdoor Activities • Global Affairs • Government and the Protective Services • Planning for and Responding to Emergency Incidents • Expedition Skills • Developing Personal Fitness Programmes • Principles of Managing Security Threat • Research Skills • Professional Development

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How will students learn: A combination of theory and practical lessons.

Practical lessons will include regular fitness training, military drill, personal leadership and teamwork tasks, and outdoor adventurous activities such as kayaking, orienteering, climbing, archery. The theory lessons will be used to further your knowledge of different topics and units.

Assessment: Written exams and course work.

Student profile: Physically active individual who likes the outdoors and working as a team and wants to secure a job in the uniformed protective services.

Enrichment opportunities: Trips to army camps, camping trips, expeditions.

New York City, NCS. Progression routes: • Higher Education • Career in the Uniformed Protective Services Potential career paths: British Army, Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, Police, Fire service, Prison Service.

Course duration: One year.

Progression routes: • BTEC L3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services • Employment in the Uniformed Public/ Protective Services

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Learners will develop sector specific knowledge, understanding and skills together with underpinning transferable skills that support progression to a range of level 3 qualifications and are suitable for learners aspiring to work in the public and protective services sector.

Possible combinations: Level 2 Sport and repeat Maths and English GCSE.

Potential career paths: British Army, Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, Police, Fire service, Prison Service.

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The Level 2 Public Services qualifications are specifically targeted at level 2 learners who require stretch and challenge and they support progression to further education and study at a higher level or to further training.

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UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICES LEVEL 2

Entry requirements: Minimum of five GCSEs at Grades 2 and 3.

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What students will learn: • Career Planning for the Public Services • Working in Public Services • Adventurous Activities and Teamwork for the Public Services • Basic First Aid Principles • Development of Personal Fitness • Undertaking an Expedition

Enhanced Provision

How students will learn: Through a mixture of practical lessons on personal leadership and teamwork tasks, outdoor adventurous activities, fitness and military drill; and theory lessons to further develop knowledge and understanding of key public service topics.

Assessment: Coursework.

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Student profile: Someone who is happy to be physically active in outdoor activities, leadership and teamwork tasks, as well as fitness.

Enrichment opportunities: NCS, guest speakers, regular military drill.

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ADULT EDUCATION HIGHER EDUCATION AND THE ADULT COMMUNITY COLLEGE At St Vincent College, we are proud to welcome all members of our community, whether you are a school leaver, looking to get back into education or to enhance your career prospects.

We offer a wide range of vocational and non-vocational courses aimed at adults living in the Gosport and Fareham area.

Adult learners are welcomed into full-time, daytime, evening and online classes by students and teachers alike, while Access to University courses act as a bridge for adults seeking a route into Higher Education.

We have a well-qualified and experienced team, who have supported many learners at all levels to achieve qualifications and personal development goals.

Located in the heart of the community, we offer quality education for all and take applications all year.

WORK BASED LEARNING (VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS) COURSES TO STUDY WHILST WORKING OR VOLUNTEERING, FROM LEVEL 1 - LEVEL 5, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT WORK SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS FOR BOTH INDIVIDUALS AND EMPLOYERS STUDY AT HOME ONLINE COURSES ARE AVAILABLE

For more information and a full list of courses, please call 02392 588 311 or email info@stvincent.ac.uk to request an Adult Education Course Guide or speak to a member of our team.

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ENHANCED PROVISION SCHOOL OF PERSONALISED LEARNING In addition to our higher-level academic programmes, St Vincent College is also one of the south’s leading providers of post-16 education for students who require specialised curriculum and support due to a range of special educational needs and disabilities.

All students are offered meaningful and purposeful work experience throughout their educational journey.

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PREPARATION FOR LEARNING The School of Personalised Learning provides over 200 students with access to a range of specialised and bespoke courses from pre entry to level 2.

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Based in the heart of our main campus each of the courses available are specifically tailored to the individual learning and support needs of our students who are taught by specialist teachers within highly supported learning environments with state-of-the-art resources and facilities.

In addition to our individualised curriculum offer, the College is able to provide medical assistance, support and care with a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities. We work very closely with local schools and local authorities to ensure the learning and support needs of each student are appropriately met and can provide a range of services to support transition to our learning environment.

SENSORY LIFE SKILLS COMMUNICATION SUPPORTING INDEPENDENCE SOCIAL COMMUNICATION COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE CORE SKILLS AND VOCATION SKILL KITS WORK EXPERIENCE SELF HELP AND INDEPENDENCE SKILLS

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SOCIAL EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL HEALTH Our discrete SEMH provision provides specialist support for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Enhanced Provision

Our philosophy of inclusion aims to support students to ensure their journey through our College is as smooth, enjoyable and anxiety free as possible. We deliver a holistic approach and bespoke timetable to each student supporting both their academic and emotional needs. The provision also provides students with a holistic, nurturing, learning environment along with bespoke timetables, all of which help ensure students are better equipped to manage their own emotions and behaviours whilst also making academic progress.

Stepping Stones is offered on a termly basis; our aim is that within this period of time, students are able to develop their confidence enough to begin transitioning back into an alternative provision within the SPL. Please contact info@stvincent.ac.uk for more information.

WELL TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANTS (LSAs) QUALIFIED HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANTS (HLTAs) CAREERS TEAM QUALIFIED NURSING TEAM COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE TEAM EMOTIONAL LITERACY SUPPORT ASSISTANTS (ELSAs)

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DIGITAL MEDIA LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE This course provides learners with the opportunity to develop a range of skills in the digital media sector. The course looks at a variety of media aspects whilst also including IT elements that develop the learners’ skills further.

All learners will study core units that focus on key transferable skills such as being organised, where we will discover how to use different organisational techniques and creating a personal development plan, allowing you to look at the many pathways this qualification could lead to.

Learners will also take a number of sector units.

The content of the sector units offers a broad introduction to the skills and knowledge within the media and IT sectors, allowing the delivery to be practical and active in order to engage learners.

For digital media, the units cover activities such as designing for a digital product, creating storyboards, shooting moving image and recording audio.

DIGITAL MEDIA LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA Giving learners the opportunity to develop a range of skills in the digital media sector and supporting progression on to further study. It could be a substantial vocational qualification within a study programme that includes other appropriate subjects such as English and maths.

All learners will study core units that focus on key transferable skills such as research and planning, time management and working with others. Learners will also take a number of sector units. The content of the sector units offers a broad introduction to the skills and knowledge within the media and IT sectors, allowing the delivery to be practical and active in order to engage learners. For digital media, the units cover activities such as designing for a digital product, creating storyboards, shooting moving image and recording audio.

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NEW HORIZONS ENTRY LEVEL 1 PREVOCATIONAL STUDY New Horizons post-19 course is designed to support learners to develop the skills they need for everyday life after college.

It focuses on the development of communication and advocacy, practical maths and literacy skills for everyday situations, and independent living and work skills which are appropriate and individualised for each learner.

SENSORY LEVEL 1 IN PERSONAL PROGRESS This two-year course is designed for students with complex needs including those whose needs fall within the autistic spectrum and those with profound and multiple learning disabilities.

Students will get 1:1 support and work in small groups and will be supported throughout the day, including break and lunch times.

Activities and learning opportunities are tailored to each student’s individual needs and learning style.

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Your Future

Enhanced Provision

Adult Education

Our courses

Studying with us

St Vincent College

INTRODUCTORY IN PERFORMING ARTS LEVEL 2 This Qualification follows on from the Level 1 Certificate.

The course will offer the opportunity to develop acting, production and performance skills. Learners will work with others to build confidence in communication and selfawareness, improving their personal and relationship skills.

There will be projects to develop practical, problem solving and work skills both in the college and the wider community.

INTRODUCTORY IN PERFORMING ARTS LEVEL 1 All BTEC qualifications share common core units. These units contain the generic attributes learners need to be able to progress to further study. All learners will not only explore in depth their chosen subject, they will have the opportunity to develop key transferable skills through both core and sector units.

PERSONAL PROGRESS ENTRY LEVEL 3/LEVEL 1 IN PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT This course will offer the opportunity to develop independence and self-reliance.

Learners will work together in small groups to build confidence and self-awareness and improve their personal and relationship skills.

There will be projects to develop practical, problem solving and work skills both in the college and the wider community.

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TOWARDS INDEPENDENCE ENTRY LEVEL 2 IN SKILLS FOR INDEPENDENCE AND WORK This course is designed to engage and develop learners in skills for everyday life, building on their existing skills and qualities and engaging them in new learning opportunities within the college setting.

The focus is to develop and progress independence skills for daily life, social skills, functional maths, literacy, and communication skills as well as personal health and well-being, horticulture and will also include elements of enterprise and work experience. The course content will be delivered using appropriate and individualised methods for each learner.

St Vincent College Studying with us Our courses Adult Education Enhanced Provision Your Future

For more information on our Enhanced Provision please call 02392 588 311 or email info@stvincent.ac.uk.

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HOW TO APPLY Candidates for courses usually apply online through our website, or by the attached application form and popping it into the post.

If you have any questions or would like some further information, visit us at the college, drop us an email, or give us a call.

APPLY ONLINE USE THE APPLICATION FORM VISIT OUR CAMPUS EMAIL OR CALL www.stvincent.ac.uk / info@stvincent.ac.uk / 02392 588 311

APPLICATION PROCESS 1. INTERVIEW

After applying you will be invited to an interview where we’ll discuss your course choices and answer any questions you have about college life.

2. OFFER

At the end of the interview, successful applicants will be offered a conditional place.

3. ATTEND INTRODUCTION DAY

This will be held between June - July 2022.

4. GCSE RESULTS

Work hard to get the best GCSE grades you can as this will provide wider opportunities for you to study the courses you want to.

5. ENROLMENT

We will invite you to enrol with us and we will review your GCSE grades together.

6. START OF COLLEGE

Your first day as a student at St Vincent College!

We look forward to seeing you.

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MISSION Through the highest quality education, we will enrich lives and provide a secure path to further study or employment.

VISION Our vision is to be an outstanding college.

We will: • • • • • • •

Be the first choice for school leavers within Gosport and beyond; Be professional and business-like in all that we do; Be recognised as experts in post-16 education and student support; Be a great place for staff to work, learn and develop their careers; Have a key role in educational improvement in Gosport through effective partnership working; Be an exciting place, full of life and vibrancy; Consistently meet challenging targets for student achievement, progression and added value.

VALUES • • • • • • •

All students deserve our best and our unconditional support – we have no favourites.

Through hard work we can all change, develop and improve – we refuse to collude with low expectations Our words and actions matter; we have great influence and use that to promote ambition, understanding and growth Students and staff are treated with honesty, transparency and integrity Students and staff have an absolute right to be safe and to feel safe Student views and opinions have great value – we seek their voice Above all else, we act on behalf of our students

The information published in this Course Guide is intended as a general guide to the courses and facilities offered at St Vincent College.

Although the information provided is believed to be correct at the time of publication, the college reserve the right to make changes to the courses or the facilities and resources which support them.

www.stvincent.ac.uk St Vincent College Mill Lane, Gosport Hampshire PO12 4QA info@stvincent.ac.uk