Warwickshire College - inspiring a new generation
Leamington | Rugby | Moreton Morrell | Pershore | Henley-in-Arden | Warwick
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We’ve got it covered! Hello you... welcome Look no further‌ your future plans Our students... get more than just a qualification On campus... Leamington Spa Moreton Morrell Pershore Rugby Trident, Warwick Henley-in-Arden We give you more... libraries, refectories and accommodation When you study with us... our new entrepreneurial college Time to play... sports, fun and more Be ahead of the game... Apprenticeships and Traineeships Experience more... course areas Supported learning Left school? opportunities for you! What next? Drop in... open events, talk and tours, tasters, annual shows On route... get to college Hello parents... A Gazelle college We can take you higher! Degree opportunities
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HEL Y Welcome to Warwickshire College - it all
starts here! We’ll offer you an outstanding learning experience in first class
facilities with dedicated tutors and
staff. But what makes us different is
that we can give you more than just a qualification…
Whatever course you’re doing, A Levels or animal welfare, horticulture or construction, we’ll give you the chance to develop employability skills - such as creative thinking, communication skills, problem-solving and time-management - to help you create a successful career.
You will have opportunities to work on real life projects, experience commercial environments, attend unique events and masterclasses from top employers and take part in enterprise competitions, all while studying for a qualification in your chosen subject. Plus it’s a great change from school – you’ll be treated like an adult, and will have your own personalised study programme. This is focused on achieving your goals and developing your skills to match what employers or universities are looking for. There’s loads more information on our courses, facilities and successes on our website, Facebook pages, YouTube and Twitter feeds, so check those out too.
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YOU Chris Cardus, student president...
“What’s really great about coming to Warwickshire College is that students have a voice, and it’s listened to. As student president I work with students across all centres to gather views and opinions and carry them forward to the college leadership team. “Student voice is about empowering you to shape and define what happens at college, making it the best learning experience possible. But it’s not all serious - we’ve got a really great Students’ Union that’s keen to get you involved in loads of activities to make your experience here fun and enjoyable. We do loads of things like sports, parties and rag week to raise money for charity. And of course there’s freshers’ week (hence the bunny ears!).”
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THERE’S A C If you’re looking for the perfect course, fancy doing something a bit different or don’t even know where to start - we can help!
We’ve got hundreds of exciting study programmes on offer – most of which you won’t find at school or sixth form:
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>>Love the great outdoors? Agriculture or tree surgery could be for you. >>Passionate about animals? How about horse care or animal welfare? >>Creativity your thing? You can study everything from games art to floristry. Of course you can do A Levels as well, with subjects from accounting to sociology and everything in between.
So whatever your interests, grades or future plans, we’ve got it covered!
We offer: Full-time courses – see page 26 Apprenticeships – see page 22 Traineeships – see page 23 Supported learning – see page 50
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COURSE It’s OK to be choosy! We know that choosing what you’re going to study is very important, so we’ve got the best people to help you make the right decision.
Our award-winning student services team can give you free and independent advice on course choices, qualification levels, entry requirements and lots more.
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YOU GET > > MORE... At Warwickshire College you get more than just a qualification!
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Our students >>Get high quality technical skills and academic qualifications >>Achieve high success rates with ‘outstanding’ teaching and learning >>Learn from expert tutors, specialist instructors and experienced professionals >>Have a personalised study programme tailored to their specific needs >>Get the best facilities - modern classrooms and industry-standard work spaces (eg salons, workshops, laboratories and studios) >>Have their own personal learning adviser >>Become innovative thinkers and business savvy
>>Develop creative and entrepreneurial skills >>Attend specialist seminars and masterclasses >>Gain relevant experience of work >>Develop the skills and attributes employers want >>Benefit from our strong links with prestigious employers >>Know their college community, feel safe and can share any worries with our award-winning support staff >>Have a great student experience - there’s always loads to do with our Students’ Union arranging events and activities for a great social life
And there’s more! Our student welfare and support teams make sure you are feeling happy and doing well during your time here.
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Our learning support team provide help with essay writing, maths, English skills and more. They also provide support if you have learning difficulties like dyslexia. Our student services team help with careers advice, course guidance, transport and funding. Just drop in and have a chat or make an appointment to see an adviser. Our team of friendly counsellors can also help if you have any personal or family problems worrying you.
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On CAMPUS Each of our six centres features an impressive range of facilities and its own unique identity.
Leamington Spa
Leamington is our largest centre and has undergone a recent transformation, meaning we now boast some of the best facilities in the region.
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>>A Levels >>Arts, Media and Performance >>Business, ICT, Tourism and Peter Jones Enterprise Academy >>Care and Early Years >>Hair, Beauty and Therapies >>Plumbing and Electrical
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Enjoy: >>£5.8 million School of Arts building designed with spaces to meet the creative needs of our students >>266 Apple Macs, three fashion studios, media and multimedia environments for making video, film, radio programmes and computer games >>Photographic and recording studios >>New science labs full of the latest gadgets including Apple TV linked up to iPad technology, interactive whiteboards, 3D television screens, large LCD monitors, digital microscopes and other AV facilities >>Modern and well equipped plumbing workshops and a newly refurbished Gas Assessment Centre >>Crime scene bungalow for forensic science >>University-style lecture theatre >>Sports hall and gym >>Upgraded library >>Halls of residence >>Travel service >>Nursery
New look Leamington
The new developments at Leamington give you improved, modern, creative facilities where you can work and think in completely different ways.
The £12 million refurbishment includes: >>Exciting state-of-the-art facilities that will allow you to ‘learn by doing,’ with technology integrated into the building >>Improved wi-fi throughout the site allowing you and your tutors to learn and gain access to a centre-wide mobile environment >>‘Learning zones’ on each floor – flexible, open-plan spaces >>Incubator units for entrepreneurial students along with multi-functional ‘pod’ areas allowing you to develop your own business ideas and learn the key skills that you need in a safe, supportive environment
New professional hair and beauty salons
>>Showpiece commercial salon that is open to the public, including large 18-station hair salon with nail bars and a retail area for professional products >>Two large beauty salon areas with 32 treatment beds, as well as an area for quick treatments, such as nails, make-up, eyebrows and blow-drys >>Hairdressing training salon and state-of-the-art learning space where students will develop their skills before getting the hands-on experience of working with real clients in the salon >>Training using leading industry professional products such as Elemis, St Tropez, OPI and L’Oreal
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Moreton Morrell Our Moreton Morrell centre covers 750 acres of countryside and is home to many of our land-based students.
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>>Agriculture and countryside >>Animal welfare and veterinary nursing >>Construction (including brickwork, carpentry and joinery) >>Equine and farriery >>Horticulture (including floristry, tree management and arboriculture)
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>>750 acres of countryside >>A working commercial farm over 230 hectares >>Large dairy herd, pedigree beef herd and sheep flock >>Stabling for over 100 horses >>An indoor school, a covered outdoor school, a large outdoor riding arena and horse walker >>Purpose-built farriery teaching unit >>Traditional brick-built forge and fully equipped farriery >>Wildlife habitats including woodlands, wetlands and grasslands >>Centres for horticulture and veterinary nursing, as well as a large animal welfare centre
>>Construction facility with an open workshop area for brickwork, carpentry and multi-skilling >>Library >>Halls of residence >>Intercampus transport >>Sports facilities
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Pershore
Pershore is the national centre for horticulture and has the best facilities in the UK.
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>>Animal welfare and veterinary nursing >>Equine >>Horticulture (including tree surgery, floristry, landscaping and garden design) >>Motor vehicle
Enjoy: >>Soil and plant science laboratories >>Landscape design studios >>Organic and specialist plant units >>Fruit unit with commercial juice production facilities >>Landscaped ornamental grounds and an arboretum >>Commercial orchards >>Nature reserve >>Landscape workshops - hard landscaping, estate skills, CAD drawing studio >>Commercial plant nursery - field, container and production units >>Modern controlled glasshouses >>Organic plot with propagation facilities, polyethene tunnels and outdoor cropping areas
>>Horticultural machinery and equipment >>Specialist animal unit >>Large and small animal enclosures >>Tropical unit >>12 hectares of conservation area >>Extensive and landscaped gardens home to several national plant collections >>Commercial plant centre open to the public >>Plant nursery >>Specialist garage workshop facilities >>Purpose-built library >>Halls of residence
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Rugby
The ÂŁ33-million Rugby centre has specialist facilities for engineering, construction, hair and beauty and performing arts.
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>>A Levels >>Art, media and performance >>Business, ICT and the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy >>Care and early years >>Construction (including brickwork, carpentry, electrical and plumbing) >>Engineering >>Hair, beauty and therapies >>Sport and public services
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>>Superb engineering facilities, including the cutting edge Power Academy >>First class laboratory and practical engineering workshops >>Advanced machining centre and robotic facilities >>Full size training bays for plumbing and carpentry >>IT facilities with industry standard software and design suites >>Purpose-built art, design and craft workshops >>Four hairdressing and beauty salons offering a full range of treatments >>150-seat theatre
>>Performance and dance facilities >>Outdoor, all-weather sports pitches, four-court sports hall and multi-gym >>Nursery >>Conferencing and business facilities
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trident, warwick The facilities at Trident provide state-of-the-art engineering workshops and laboratories for students and employers.
Working in partnership with internationally-renowned companies such as Jaguar LandRover and Rolls Royce, we deliver courses in engineering and motorsport up to degree level.
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>>Engineering >>Motor vehicle
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>>First class laboratory and practical engineering workshops >>Advanced machining centre and robotic facilities >>Training vehicles include a Range Rover and the >>Comprehensive vehicle engineering facilities 2 Jaguar S Series with 1000m of workshops, fitted with the >>Well-stocked library latest industry test equipment and a separate >>Full conferencing facilities 400kw rolling road >>Vehicle diagnostic equipment including 4-wheel alignment systems, brake and suspension testers, management systems analysers and 450hp chassis dynamometers
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Henley-in-Arden
Set in 27 acres of grounds in Henley-in-Arden, this centre specialises in sport, fashion, textiles and hair and beauty and has a fully operational commercial day spa and fantastic sport and leisure facilities.
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>>Arts (costume) >>Hair, Beauty and Therapies >>Sport and Fitness
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>>Professional hair and beauty salons and state-of-the-art equipment >>A commercial luxury day spa with an extensive range of facilities including sauna, steam and aromatherapy rooms, relaxation suite, foot spas and spa pool >>Sports science laboratory >>ÂŁ2m sports hall, with a four surface sports pavilion >>Fully equipped gym >>Fitness training suite >>Free weights room >>Floodlit full-size all-weather Astroturf pitch and outdoor pitches
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Space to think
All of our centres have a dedicated library, holding extensive resources for the subjects taught at the centre.
Each library has computers for students to use and study spaces, as well as expert staff on hand to help with any questions.
Grab a bite
Our centres offer a range of places to fill up on food and drink, such as refectories, cafes, bistros and vending machines, as well as student social spaces where you can relax in between studying.
A home from home Students from all over the UK and overseas come to study at Warwickshire College, many of them staying in our residential accommodation at Leamington, Pershore and Moreton Morrell.
We have catered and self-catered options for students under 18 and over 18, and the vast majority of the accommodation is en-suite. Some residential bursaries are available for students who live beyond reasonable travelling distance of the college.
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DO M When you study with us, you won’t just get a qualification, you’ll get a whole lot more.
You’ll get involved in DOING MORE which will help you: >>Improve your communication skills >>Become a problem-solver >>Have a strong, business-focused mind >>Be ambitious >>Develop a positive, confident attitude >>Manage your time >>Understand how you learn >>Work on your own and in a team
Join our enterprise society and make your ideas happen How you can get involved: >>Business start-ups – pitch for investment to fund your own business >>Event management – bring in the crowds with a spectacular event or showstopping extravaganza >>Develop skills and knowledge – discover the secret to success (find out who you need to talk to and what you need to know) >>Community – be a local hero and do something for your community
Pitch to our enterprise board The board are a panel of business experts who support the enterprising ideas generated by students, staff and other members of the college. They ensure that the best ideas are worked on quickly and successfully, from first pitch through to testing, piloting and completion.
How does it work? >>Receive, review and approve your projects >>Help develop your ideas and business proposals >>Give feedback, advice, staff skills and mentoring – so you have the best chances of success
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Two arboriculture students from Moreton Morrell started their own tree surgery business with support from the college’s enterprise board. Andrew Plester and Graham Bird – aka the Tree Fellas, run P&B Tree Services. Andrew said: “I always had ambitions to set up a business but didn’t realise how much support we’d receive from the college. The process of pitching our idea and receiving advice and guidance really enabled us to focus on what we wanted to achieve.” As a Gazelle college, Warwickshire College regularly gives students the opportunity to pitch ideas to the Enterprise Board, who offer advice and look at ways to help get ideas off the ground. Graham said: “Not only has the college enabled us to become qualified professional tree surgeons, it’s given us the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge needed to run our own enterprise.” For more information about Gazelle Colleges, go to p57
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BE MORE >>>> Time to play! Meet your Students’ Union
From Freshers’ Fairs to fundraising for charity, discos to daytrips, there’s loads to get involved in at college outside of the classroom - all thanks to your Students’ Union! The SU is managed by students who are elected by you to make sure your voice is heard. This means your issues are always put forward to those in charge so they can make the experience at college even better. You can also get involved in running the SU by becoming a Course Rep or running for election. As soon as you enrol on any course, you become a member of the SU and can take part in all of the fantastic activities planned right from the start.
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Sporting events
>>Riding academy and club – based at Moreton Morrell but open to students from all centres >>Raceways – are you a runner? Raceways are one of the biggest organisers of running events in Warwickshire. There’s discounted entry for our students and events take place on our grounds all year >>Academy weekend – if you’re a fan of rugby or netball… then this is the weekend for you. Come along for a weekend dedicated to these sports
Parties, balls and more
>>Annual theme park trip – all centres take a day-trip to a national theme park >>Summer Ball – celebrate with your friends at our great end of year event >>Fundraising days – includes ‘RAG’ week which is always a fun and rewarding event… ask the Students’ Union for more info >>Discos and BBQs – held regularly at Moreton Morrell and Pershore campuses for all students >>Be a mentor – help new students to settle into college life. Talk to the student welfare and liaison team >>Student ambassador – get paid to represent the college. Tasks include marketing promotions, events, college tours and more
Be Active!
>>The college has two Sportmakers, Courtney and Matt, who provide exciting opportunities in sport and physical activity, volunteering and coaching, to help our students develop skills for life and enjoy their time at college
See a show
>>At least five performances take place each year at our Rugby centre. Enjoy the show in our brand new 150 seat theatre, with a box office and coffee/bistro bar. Look out for what’s on this year! >>Creative arts students put on exhibitions, fashion shows and concerts throughout the year
your libraries
>>Libraries are not just for books >>Unlimited wi-fi access – so you have a space to log on to your personal accounts >>Online journals – search thousands of research papers across all subjects >>Magazines/newspapers – catch up on the latest news and gossip or browse a specialist publication like Amateur Photographer, Playstation Magazine, Marketing Week, New Scientist, Young Engineer or Gardener’s World >>DVD rental – a good selection of films available for you to rent free of charge
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Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship gives you the option to work and study at the same time. You will get paid, get qualified and have the chance to get the career you want. Normally you will work four days with an employer and come to college one day a week. As an apprentice you can: >>Gain highly-regarded skills and qualifications >>Earn a wage, even on the days you’re learning at college >>Learn a trade that can set you up for life
We offer apprenticeships in: >>Accounting >>Arboriculture (trees, timber and forestry) >>Agriculture >>Agriculture machinery >>Animal welfare >>Bricklaying >>Business administration >>Carpentry and joinery >>Children and young people >>Clinical healthcare >>Customer service >>Dental nursing >>Design support >>Electrical installation >>Engineering >>Environmental conservation >>Farriery >>Fashion, clothing and textiles >>Floristry
>>Food manufacturing >>Furniture crafts >>Hairdressing >>Health and social care >>Horse care >>Horticulture >>ICT and telecoms >>Landscaping >>Marketing >>Motor vehicle >>Painting and decorating >>Photo imaging >>Plumbing >>Retail >>Sport and fitness >>Sports turf and greenkeeping >>Teaching assistant >>Veterinary Nursing
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f the game... GET A TRADE Traineeships Traineeships are a new programme for young people who want to work, but who need extra help to gain an apprenticeship or job. Traineeships will give you the opportunity to develop the skills and workplace experience that employers require. With the support of the college you will get: >>Work preparation training which ensures you have the skills and confidence needed for an apprenticeship or other job >>Maths and English support to improve your literary and numeracy >>Meaningful work experience which provides insight and experience of the world of work
You are eligible for a traineeship if you are: >>Not currently in a job and have little work experience but are focused on work or the prospect of it >>Qualified below Level 3 In just six months, this personalised programme could lead you to an apprenticeship or a job in your chosen field and will help you develop the employability skills and knowledge you need.
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A Levels and Forensic Science
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Business Studies
Biology
Chemistry
Applied Law English Language and Literature
Film Studies
English Literature
Geography Mathematics
History
Interactive Media
IT
Personal and Business Finance
Health and Social Care Photography
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Media Studies
Physics
Psychology
Philosophy, Ethics and Religious Studies
Sociology
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>>Excellent results - 98.3% pass rate with 100% in 13 subject areas including accounting, biology and English literature >>Adult learning environment with dedicated study area - the ‘inspiration pod’ and high-quality library facilities >>Creative, personalised study programmes >>Excellent new science laboratories >>University-style lecture theatre >>Bespoke ‘scenes of crime’ bungalow >>Develop employability skills through the Career Academy >>Excellent support throughout the university application process >>Pastoral support provided by Personal Learning Advisors >>Go on study trips to places such as the Law Courts, Old Bailey and the National Holocaust Centre
Students say >> “Coming to college has been much better for me than school – I’ve become a different person and I’m really happy with my results.” “College has a much better atmosphere than school, and they always have faith in you and keep pushing you to achieve more.” “I did a year at school but I prefer it here, it’s so much better. It’s more laid back and more informal, and the smaller classes are really good as you get the help you want.”
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Agriculture and Countryside
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Fish, Game and Wildlife Management
Countryside and Environment
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>>Highly qualified and vocationally experienced staff >>Our working mixed farm at Moreton Morrell has a dairy unit, commercial sheep flock, pedigree beef herd, forage and arable cropping >>Manual and mechanical tools and machinery typical of an intensive mixed farm such as ploughing, cultivation work, muck spreading and mowing >>Good links with employers for work experience
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Mollie, 18, studied agriculture and was runner up in the national BTEC awards in the outstanding land-based student category. She is now studying agriculture at The Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester. “I enjoyed the entire course however one of the best parts that stood out for me was training a heifer and showing it in the first year. “The agriculture course offers practical skills as well as all the background knowledge needed to work in the farming industry.”
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Animal Welfare and Veterinary Nursing
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Animal Welfare
Veterinary Nursing
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AT MORETON MORRELL AND PERSHORE Get more >> >>Tutors with excellent vocational knowledge and experience >>100% pass rate for our first year Diploma in Veterinary Nursing students last year >>Great teaching facilities and excellent partnerships with local employers >>Fully equipped science laboratories >>Large and small animal enclosures >>Commonly kept companion animals including rabbits, rodents, reptiles, fish, poultry and exotic birds >>Exotic species including chinchilla, degus and sugar gliders >>Livestock including rare breed sheep and pigs, goats, llama, alpaca, Dexter cattle, donkeys and ponies
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>>Demonstration and lecture rooms >>Tropical rooms >>Practical veterinary teaching suites >>Kennels and cattery units >>Dog training arenas and grooming parlours >>Access to the college estate, commercial farm and equine facilities >>97% of students would recommend their course to a friend, saying ‘teachers are supportive’, ‘friendly atmosphere’, ‘one big family’ >>Strong links with Twycross Zoo, Cotswold Wildlife Park, West Midlands Safari Park, Drayton Manor, Guide Dogs and Dogs Trust
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Arts, Media and Performance 3D Design
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Art and Design Creative Media Production
Music Technology
Film and Television Production
Furniture Crafts
Performing Arts
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Theatre Costume
Fashion and Clothing
Visual Communication (Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Photography)
Games Art
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At Leamington you get >>
>>Highly qualified and experienced specialist staff >>Superb quality facilities and equipment designed for the creative needs of our students >>Spacious fine art and design studios with exceptional quality of light >>Photographic studios and dark rooms >>Graded ‘outstanding’ for student achievements, teaching and learning and leadership and management >>Art and Design courses awarded by the University of the Arts London (includes Central Saint Martin’s College and London College of Fashion) >>Furniture crafts students have won City & Guilds Medals of Excellence for four consecutive years >>Strong links to industry and employers
>>266 Apple Macs, fashion studios, media and multimedia environments for making video, film, radio programmes and computer games >>Area designated for designing websites, creating animations and devising soundtracks >>Excellent recording studios with analogue and digital equipment >>3D craft workshops (ceramics, jewellery, glass, furniture, textiles and print) >>Green screen area for motion capture
At Rugby, the new art studios include >> >>Vaulted roofs with sky-lights to shower the art, fashion and textile studios with natural light >>Large graphic IT studio >>Ceramic workshop with glaze facilities and three kilns >>3D workshop with plaster room and small bench tools >>150-seat theatre >>Dance studio
Experience more >> Our student business enterprises give you the chance to gain experience in ‘real world’ companies before you leave college. The arts department has three - 3D Art Solutions, SC-ART Video Productions and Spitfire Productions (performing arts).
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Business, ICT, Tourism and hospitality
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Air Cabin Crew
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Professional Catering
Tourism and Hospitality
Event and Business Management
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>>Specialist award-winning staff with industry and business experience >>Brand new business-style classrooms and breakout areas >>Industry-standard software >>New state-of-the-art IT and Cisco IT suites >>Peter Jones Enterprise Academy >>Strong links with employers >>Gain experience working on live projects >>Catering students will get hands-on experience of working in a real life catering environment >>Any student who completes the air cabin crew course is guaranteed an interview with Servisair
Case study >> Name: Dee Course: Level 3 Enterprise and Entrepreneurship (Peter Jones Enterprise Academy)
Why study for a career in IT?
>>21 million people use IT at work every day in the UK >>The UK has around 1.1 million IT professionals >>Approximately half work in IT companies and half work in other industries (manufacturing, finance and banking, public sector, transport, storage and communications being the largest employers)
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The course gave them the confidence and skills to expand their original business idea, and they have recently opened a retail premises in Rugby town centre, called The Dress Shop. Business is booming and Dee will now tell anyone she meets that joining the PJEA was the best decision she ever made!
Dee came to the college with the idea of learning web design to start an e-commerce website selling bridal wear. After hearing about the PJEA course and telling her daughter Rosie about it, they teamed up, enrolled and have started their own business.
Since completing the course, Dee is now managing the shop full time, and in the six weeks since it opened, has already expanded their stock range.
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Care and Early Years Children’s Care Learning and Development
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>>Vocationally qualified and experienced staff, including tutors who are practising professionals >>Excellent facilities including well-equipped base rooms with interactive learning technologies and sector-related resources >>An excellent reputation in the care sector >>Strong links with local and regional employers >>Work-based learning opportunities with dedicated work placement teams
Childcare and development is a hugely rewarding area in which to work, helping children to develop physically, emotionally, intellectually and socially through many different career paths, including: >>working in schools and nurseries as a teaching assistant or nursery nurse >>childminding or working as a nanny >>working with children and their families in social care settings >>speech and language development >>special baby care >>working with sick children >>working with children who have learning difficulties or disabilities
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Health and social care diplomas offer students the qualifications to enter employment in the health and social care sector, or in the fields of medical science and investigations. Students can progress to a wide range of higher education courses such as nursing, midwifery, paramedic training, psychology or social sciences.
Twinkle Twinkle Stars Having got to know each other at Warwickshire College, Natasha Fitzpatrick and Laura Poole set up Twinkle Twinkle Stars day-care centre in Leamington Spa Twinkle Twinkle Stars began as a childminding business, with Natasha and Laura converting a run-down former student property with just £500. They soon had a waiting list and took the plunge and opened as a nursery which now has 80 children on its books.
Laura went on to explain what made the business tick: “Our aim has always been to create a home from home for the children. We get to know the families personally, creating an open, friendly environment for everyone, including our staff.” Natasha said: “I can honestly say that I am a completely different person now to when I started and I have really enjoyed it.”
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Construction
Plumbing
Painting and Decorating
Electrical
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>>Tutors with years of industry experience >>100% success for students on Level 1 courses >>Modern and well-equipped workshops >>Full-size training bays for practical work >>Classrooms adjacent to the workshops for our tutors to deliver high quality theory lessons to complement practical learning >>Newly-refurbished Gas Assessment Centre at Leamington >>Excellent industry links >>Award-winning students in both regional and national Skillbuild competitions >>99.5% of students feel their tutors know their subject well and that students achieve what they set out to do
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Our student carpenters were given the chance to hone their skills - both practical and business - on a project to refurbish one of Warwickshire College’s oldest buildings. As part of refurbishing buildings at our Moreton Morrell centre, ancient sash windows needed replacing. Student carpenters were encouraged to pitch for the work, just as they would if they were in business, and had to work on a tender. Their bid went up against external firms, and our students won the contract and completed the work.
I’ve learnt from industry experts who are extremely supportive - the help I have received in my theory work and final piece has been incredible. Adam, Carpentry and Joinery
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>>Experienced staff who have worked in the industry >>Our ÂŁ35m Rugby centre has superb engineering facilities, including the cutting edge Power Academy - set to improve training needs of the power generation industry >>State of the art centre in Warwick dedicated to engineering and motorsport >>First class laboratories and practical engineering workshops >>Advanced machining centre and robotic facilities >>IT facilities with industry standard software and design suites >>Remote controlled gantry crane with 10 metric tonne capacity
On the right track Motor vehicle students at Warwickshire College get to see their learning in action at events such as Alternative Energy Racing, held at Santa Pod Raceway. As part of their course, students work on a Vauxhall Omega which runs on bio-diesel, LPG and water/methanol injection. Bodywork students also work on the car and engineering students help with making parts where required.
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>>Purpose-built motor vehicle centre at Trident >>State-of-the-art vehicle engineering facilities with 1000m2 of workshops, fitted with the latest industry test equipment and a separate 400kw rolling road >>Diagnostic equipment including 4-wheel alignment systems, brake and suspension testers, management systems analysers and 450hp chassis dynamometers >>Vehicles used for training purposes include a Range Rover and the Jaguar S Series >>Specialist garage workshop facilities at Pershore >>Close links with industry mean we can provide the right programmes to help you secure a job
My favourite bit about the course is learning in an environment where you can pick up skills and put them into practice straight away. You learn faster and it inspires you to do more and go further. Jake, Engineering
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>>Indoor arena with seating >>Covered and outdoor maneges >>BSJA standard show jumps >>Cross-country schooling fences >>British eventing cross country course >>Degree progression routes >>Leading farriery training college with purpose built farrier centre >>Moreton Morrell Riding Club is open to all students with frequent competitions and events
Case study >> Name: Louise Course: Horse Management Louise came to college for a taster day and was hooked. She said: “The staff are lovely and I think I had the best tutor ever. It is a top quality course and you are well supported throughout it. Besides the course, one of the best things about college is the new friends you make and you have a great social life.�
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Hair, Beauty and therapies Beauty Therapy
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Brand new salons at Leamington >> Our brand new hair and beauty training salons and fully operational commercial salon opened at Leamington opened in 2013. The salons, which are set over two floors, form part of the ÂŁ12m refurbishment of the Leamington centre. Facilities include: >>Showpiece commercial salon area on the ground floor open to the public featuring a large 18-station hair salon with nail bars and a retail area for professional products
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>>Pershore has the best range of horticulture resources in the UK >>For over 50 years the college has had a reputation for preparing students for all areas of the horticulture industry - including commercial crop production, amenity horticulture and garden design >>Expert tutors and support staff >>Soil and plant science laboratories >>Landscape design studios >>Specialist floristry workshops and studios >>Organic and specialist plant units
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Case study >> Name: Zoe Course: Floristry Zoe wowed the judges at her regional heat to successfully reach the finals of the prestigious WorldSkills UK national floristry competition. A delighted Zoe said “I was surprised but very happy when I found out I had won the heat, because I’d worked hard and competition work is something that I’m really interested in.” As well as studying, Zoe also works at a florist in Oxford’s famous Covered Market. Zoe’s tutor Jane said: “Zoe is a great example to all florists out there – she is studying at the same time as working, so can apply her skills directly in the business environment.” 47
Sport and Public Services Fitness and Coaching
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>>Turn your passion into a career - whether you see yourself as a physiotherapist, personal trainer or PE teacher, the sport and fitness industry is a thriving and rewarding career choice >>Represent your sport in British Colleges Sport Leagues in football, basketball, badminton or netball or in the regional and national finals at Lilleshall and University of Bath >>Run a sports event as part of the course >>Undertake health checks and fitness tests on external clients and learn new skills >>Our public services courses at Rugby help students pass the selection process for careers with services such as the police, fire service or army >>Build your teamwork skills, take part in competitive sports and adventurous activities including outward-bound weekends where you can experience canoeing, skiing, rafting and climbing >>Learn about the roles, responsibilities and career opportunities in the various public services with guest speakers and visits The facilities at our Henley-in-Arden and Rugby centre are superb and reflect the specialisms required by the students studying sport related courses.
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>>Sports science laboratory >>£2m sports hall, with a four surface sports pavilion >>Fully equipped gym and fitness training suite >>Free weights room >>‘Dartfish’ programme to analyse and improve performance >>Floodlit full-size all-weather astroturf pitch and outdoor pitches
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>>Gym, with a wide range of cardio, free weights resistance equipment >>Four-court sports hall, suitable for badminton, netball, hockey, basketball and indoor cricket >>All-weather floodlit Astroturf pitch
After I did my A Levels, I wanted to do a specialised course in CID policing, which then would lead onto a criminology degree. Warwickshire College has given me the step I needed between school and university. Briony, Uniform to Public Services 49
Supported Learning These courses are designed to give students with learning difficulties and disabilities the skills and confidence to realise their potential and live a full and more independent life. We offer a mixture of activities and opportunities to learn skills in a supportive environment.
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LEFT SCHOOL? OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU!
We also offer a range of opportunities specifically for young people not in employment, education or training. These opportunities provide a way to help young people who are unsure of what they want to do or can’t find a job. We provide practical, enjoyable courses for all levels of ability. No two student is the same. Each individual will be able to study at the level most appropriate to them, taking into account their interests, experience and needs.
Get Ready – Boost your Confidence and Communication Skills
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OPEN EVENTS
We’d love to see you!
At our events you get the chance to visit our centres, see our facilities, chat with tutors and current students and even try out your chosen career. If you’re still unsure, talk to our student services team.
October 2013
Leamington Tuesday 1 October, 5.30 – 8.00pm Henley-in-Arden and Trident Wednesday 2 October, 5.30 – 8.00pm Rugby Thursday 3 October, 5.30 – 8.00pm Moreton Morrell and Pershore Saturday 5 October, 10.00am – 1.00pm
January 2014
Rugby Tuesday 14 January, 5.30 – 8.00pm Leamington Wednesday 15 January, 5.30 – 8.00pm Henley-in-Arden and Trident Thursday 16 January, 5.30 – 8.00pm Moreton Morrell and Pershore Saturday 18 January, 10.00am – 1.00pm
March 2014
Moreton Morrell and Pershore Saturday 22 March, 10.00am – 1.00pm Leamington Monday 24 March, 5.30 – 8.00pm Henley-in-Arden Tuesday 25 March, 5.30 – 8.00pm Rugby and Trident Wednesday 26 March, 5.30 – 8.00pm
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ON ROU Get to College Find your route . . . over 40 buses transport students to our six centres daily
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UTE All buses either drop students on college premises or close by. We also have intercampus buses which take students between our different centres. Students that travel by car and bicycle have access to free parking and bike racks at centres. Our centres are close to train stations, so check out National Rail Enquiries to see your options. Look up your routes, transport FAQs, bus pass info and more at www.warwickshire.ac.uk/transport
Financial assistance Some financial support is available to help with the cost of transport to and from college for those on a low income. If you meet the eligibility criteria you will be able to apply for funds to cover up to 100% of the cost of your termly bus pass to get to college. If you have any queries about applying for financial support contact Student Services on 0300 45 600 49 or take a look at www.warwickshire.ac.uk/transport.
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HELLO PARENTS We want all of our students to enjoy their time at college and be successful in their chosen course and future career. Our positive approach to learning is a result of a strong partnership between students, parents, carers and college staff - we call this the ‘college community of learning’. 56
Why choose Warwickshire College? Excellent results – we have a 98.3% A Level pass rate and the college was scored a Grade One ‘Outstanding’ college by OFSTED. An entrepreneurial college – we are an entrepreneurial Gazelle college which means our students are supported to develop the real skills needed to be successful in today’s workplace. This means that they have more chance of not only getting a job, but also progressing in that job. We offer engaging, interesting and project-driven study programmes, and recognise that while academic knowledge and technical skills are important, we also need to develop young people who know how to be part of a team, are effective communicators and who can demonstrate leadership. Support and wellbeing – help is available with essay writing and study skills, with the transition from school to college, and for students with learning difficulties. Each student has a personal learning adviser to support them, help them manage their workload and make the most of their opportunities. Students who excel – our students regularly win high profile awards in their specialist fields. When your child comes to meet us to discuss their application, all parents and carers will receive a guide which provides useful information about the educational experience at Warwickshire College and how we support our students.
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What is a Gazelle college?
The Gazelle Colleges Group is a group of 20 further education colleges across the UK that give students the opportunity to learn in a work-focused environment and gain commercial experience that will help them succeed in the workplace, or as an entrepreneur.
What is different about a Gazelle college?
Gazelle colleges are moving away from the traditional classroom learning environment towards an approach that puts students at the centre of their college career. There are a number of opportunities to work in commercial environments, attend unique events and take part in enterprise competitions while studying for a qualification.
How will this improve my child’s chances of getting a job?
Your child will get the opportunity to meet employers, understand what they’re looking for in college graduates and potentially spend time with entrepreneur mentors from the local business community. Whether or not they want to start their own business, they will develop the real skills needed to be successful in today’s workplace.
My child wants to go to University how is a attending a Gazelle college going to help them?
Even if they’re studying A-levels rather than a vocational course, we still give students access to unique opportunities which will add real credibility to their UCAS statements and CVs.
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We can take you higher! >>We offer a wide range of vocational degreelevel qualifications up to postgraduate level, with many options to fast-track >>We have strong partnerships with regional universities - Coventry University, Birmingham City University, Worcester University and Gloucester University - to deliver our qualifications, offering you direct progression routes >>By studying a degree course with us, compared with a university, you could save up to £3,000 per year in tuition fees alone
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>>We tailor our teaching to your individual learning style and future career >>As an entrepreneurial college, you don’t just get a qualification, you’ll develop the qualities needed for the modern workplace >>91% of our graduates are employed or undertaking further study
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