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2018/19 Please note Acknowledgements Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that this course guide is correct at the time of printing, changes may Design: matrix - a creative agency, www.thinkmatrix.uk occur to course listings and content due to circumstances beyond the College's reasonable control. Please check Photography: Roy Riley, www.royriley.co.uk and South Devon College our website www.southdevon.ac.uk for the most current course information. YOUR COLLEGE Your CAREER COURSE Welcome Break into employment CONTENTS Our values Our links with employers Student success How far will you go? Awards and accolades

2–3 4–9 10–12 your options

South Devon High School YOUR CAMPUS GCSEs WHAT’S A Levels Vantage Point Campus Technical and professional courses Newton Abbot Campus Apprenticeships Inside University Centre South Devon

13–19 20–27

Your LEARNING

Supporting you Financial help YOUR course Travel GET IN Learning support How to apply Resources Your course explained Student wellbeing TOUCH Student life

28–35 36–39 196

CONTENTS 1 COURSE GCSE A LEVEL CONTENTS 40–43 44–53

ART, FASHION AND ADVENTURE SPORTS ANIMAL CARE PHOTOGRAPHY

54–57 58–61 62–65

BEAUTY THERAPIES, AUTOMOTIVE MAKE-UP AND NAIL BRICKWORK TECHNOLOGIES 66–71 72–77 78–81

BUSINESS AND LAW CARPENTRY CHILDCARE

82–87 88–91 92–95

COMPUTING AND CONSTRUCTION CREATIVE DIGITAL DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES MANAGEMENT MEDIA

96–99 100–101 102–105

ELECTRICAL HEALTH AND HAIRDRESSING INSTALLATION SOCIAL CARE

106–109 110–113 114–117

2 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 HI-TECH ENGINEERING HOSPITALITY IN ELECTRONICS AND HORTICULTURE MANUFACTURING AND CATERING 118–121 122–125 126–131

MARINE MOTORCYCLE MUSIC

132–137 138–141 142–145

PAINTING AND PERFORMING ARTS PLASTERING DECORATING

146–149 150–153 154–157

PLUMBING ROOFING SCIENCE

158–161 162–163 164–167

SPORTS SCIENCE, SUPPORTED SECURITY FITNESS INSTRUCTION LEARNING AND COACHING OPPORTUNITIES 168–171 172–177 178–183

TRAVEL AND UNIFORMED PUBLIC YOUTH WORK TOURISM SERVICES

184–187 188–191 192–195

COURSE CONTENTS 3 WELCOME TO YOUR COLLEGE

4 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 WELCOME TO YOUR future

I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome you to South Devon College, and thank you for considering us as the people to help you achieve your goals.

Everything that we do is centred on giving But being a South Devon College student you the best possible experience as a isn’t just about gaining qualifications; it’s student and helping you progress, inside and about getting involved, meeting new people, outside of the classroom. We want you to working on community projects and making make the most of your time with us, and our new friends. There are also plenty of unwavering passion for learning means that Students’ Union events to get involved in, as we deliver excellent programmes of study well as opportunities to try new sports and across all levels of education. things you’ve never considered before. We have courses available at every Our facilities at the College are second level and can provide you with a progression to none; no matter what course you choose, route from the beginning of your studies all you will be working in unique, state-of-the- the way through to a university degree or art facilities. apprenticeship. South Devon High School We take great pride in the success of our offers exciting opportunities for students students, and I speak from experience studying GCSEs and we have an excellent when I say that our tutors and lecturers A Level Academy. Our technical and find no greater satisfaction than seeing professional qualifications prepare you for past students go on to achieve great and employment and we have a huge range of remarkable things, which happens year apprenticeships with local employers. after year. English and maths will also form a key Stephen Criddle So, please feel free to visit our campus by part of your learning with us. Almost every Principal of South Devon College attending one of our open events and see job requires the ability to read, write and everything that we have to offer. Thank you use numbers confidently, which is why we for considering us as the people to support ensure you leave with these skills that will you at such an important time in your life, improve your job prospects, and provide you and I look forward to welcoming you to with the knowledge you need for day-to-day South Devon College in the near future. life outside of your career. We also commit to helping you develop your own confidence, communication, a positive approach and good employability skills; which all employers look for, regardless of level or age.

YOUR COLLEGE 5 OUR VALUES AND LEARNING CULTURE

The South Devon College learning culture promotes five core values through teaching, learning and assessment: aspiration, inclusion, support, innovation and the progress of learners. Our learning culture at South Devon College is...

ASPIRATIONAL

South Devon College has an outstanding learning culture which recognises and celebrates achievement. We set high standards and continuously inspire you to succeed on your journey into employment or further study.

INCLUSIVE

Our learning culture aims to remove the barriers to learning, to meet the needs of every student and to promote the importance of equality and diversity.

6 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 OUR VALUES SUPPORTIVE AND LEARNING CULTURE Our learning culture provides the necessary support for staff and students to develop as individuals in a safe and positive learning environment.

INNOVATIVE

A successful learning culture is innovative and experimental. We embrace new ideas and encourage a positive attitude, allowing you to put these skills into practice.

PROGRESSIVE

Our students make progress towards individual goals and targets. Gaining confidence through your learning, you’ll develop knowledge and skills in a wide range of subjects, including maths and English.

VALUES YOUR COLLEGE 7 STUDENT SUCCESS

We’re here to ensure that you have every opportunity to succeed during your time with us, and we pride ourselves on the accomplishments of our students. Just see for yourself what our students achieve...

Diploma Qualifications A Levels Apprenticeships 97% overall pass rate 99% overall pass rate across Framework achievement rate of 70%, 100% pass rate in 90 subjects 18 subject areas 10% above the national provider rate

Certificate Qualifications GCSEs Functional Skills 91% overall pass rate 94% overall pass rate English and maths are delivered to our 100% pass rate in 45 subjects full-time students at a level to reflect University Degrees their starting point on joining the College. Award Qualifications BA/BSc (Hons) achievement – 90% Those without a GCSE at grade C or 98% overall pass rate Foundation Degree achievement – 92% above in English or maths studied to 100% pass rate in over 25 subjects 100% pass rate in 13 degree programmes improve these key employability skills.

8 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Based on results for 2015-16 We regularly win national and local AWARDS & awards and accolades that confirm our status as a leading Further and Higher ACCOLADES Education College.

OFSTED FE CHOICES TEF GOLD We were awarded Grade We were recognised as In 2017 University 1 ‘Outstanding’ in all one of the top 3 colleges Centre South Devon areas by Ofsted, with in the country in the was awarded ‘Gold’, best practice surveys annual FE Choices learner the highest level and pilot inspections satisfaction survey. possible, by the Teaching carried out since then. Excellence Framework, MATRIX AWARD which recognises IIP PLATINUM In 2016 the College outstanding teaching AWARD was delighted to be in our University-level This is the top ranking re-accredited with curriculum. for any employer or the Matrix Standard, institution, nationally the unique quality HERALD EXPRESS or internationally and benchmark for the We were named we join the top 7% of effective delivery of Apprentice Employer accredited organisations information, advice of the Year for the across the UK. We and guidance (IAG). second year running are the only college in and also won the England to achieve INVESTOR IN Editor’s Choice award this rating. CAREERS at the Herald Express In 2014 we were again South Devon Business BEACON AWARDS commended for our Excellence Awards 2017. We have won 8 Beacon exemplary careers Awards, including the education, information, GREEN GOWN 2014 Award for the advice and guidance. AWARDS Mental Health and South Devon College Wellbeing of students. QUALITY ASSURANCE was crowned winner AGENCY FOR HIGHER of the Food and Drink TES FE AWARDS EDUCATION (QAA) category at the national South Devon College In 2015 the College Green Gown Awards won the Employer was commended for its 2016 for our innovative Engagement award at exceptional university project, ‘Samphire – the TES FE Awards 2017. provision, receiving a What a Pickle’. glowing report from a Higher Education Review completed by the QAA.

Based on results for 2015-16 To see all of our awards and accolades, visit southdevon.ac.uk. YOUR COLLEGE 9 BREAK INTO employment

Everything we do is geared towards helping you find employment when you complete your studies. We make sure that when you leave, you have the skills you need to not only gain employment, but also to succeed in the workplace, whatever your career choice.

You will be guided on this journey by our help you prepare for your future career. We enjoy strong links with local employers, expert teaching staff, all of whom have Our programmes of study are about more who help design our courses, and we have industry experience, which means that than just technical knowledge and skills, a dedicated Job Shop that gives you access they know exactly what skills you need though. You’ll receive a personalised to part-time jobs throughout Torbay. Our to progress and become a successful learning plan, which is tailored to your award-winning Helpzone team can also professional. No matter what subject you individual needs and covers everything provide free and impartial guidance, so choose, you’ll be learning from dedicated employers look for, including literacy and whatever career you want to break into, we tutors who are passionate about their numeracy skills, employability skills and will help you get there. profession, and are the perfect people to personal and social development.

10 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Employers view college OUR LINKS WITH leavers as better prepared for work than Employers school leavers (72% compared to 60%) – Association of Colleges, 2014 We work closely with over 800 local and national

employers, including Spirent, Linden Homes, Mitch This means that you have a unique learning Tonks, the NHS and The Ritz. This ensures our experience, getting your foot in the door early and preparing for industry, which is courses provide you with the skills you need to something many schools and institutions excel, and reflect job opportunities in the region. can’t offer. Many of our programmes of study include work placements with relevant employers, helping you gain real vocational experience, which can be invaluable. We also contribute to various local and community projects, which often involve external businesses, and provide yet another opportunity to develop and build connections with industry.

Job Shop We offer a free Job Shop service, which is exclusive to South Devon College students, developed in partnership with local employers. You’ll have direct access to new employment opportunities in the area, including part-time work alongside your studies or full-time jobs for when you complete your course, with some jobs advertised exclusively at the College. We can also help with your CV, covering letters and online applications, as well as providing interview training, to make sure you are well prepared to impress employers and find the perfect job.

YOUR CAREER 11 HOW FAR will you go??

Our students go on to achieve great things every year. Whether you want to find your dream job or progress to further study to refine and develop your technical knowledge to become an expert in your field, you can do it with us.

Entry Level and Level 2 Courses Level 3 Courses Level 1 Courses 96% 96% 97%

POSITIVE DESTINATIONS POSITIVE DESTINATIONS POSITIVE DESTINATIONS

77% continued their studies with us 68% continued their studies with us 50% continued their studies with us (including university courses) 19% had other positive destinations (such 28% had other positive destinations (such as an apprenticeship, employment, as an apprenticeship, employment, 47% had other positive destinations (such self-employment or voluntary work) self-employment or voluntary work) as an apprenticeship, employment, self-employment or voluntary work) 4%  were unable to confirm destination 4% were unable to confirm destination 3%  were unable to confirm destination

12 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 A NEW WAY TO STUDY AT 14

South Devon High School Pupils can join us at Year 10 to study We currently offer technical GCSEs in core subject areas, including qualifications in: is an exciting opportunity English, Mathematics and Science, with up to 3 specialist technical qualifications • Childcare and Development for pupils studying at Key and additional GCSEs in Business Studies, • Computing Computer Science, Geography, History, • Creative Arts Stage 4. Photography or Spanish. Combining • Design in Construction academic and technical qualifications • Digital Media gives many young people the best chance • Photography of success. With expertly trained staff • Health and Social Care and state-of-the-art resources, you’ll • Hospitality develop the key skills that prepare you • Hi-tech Electronics for employment or further study. • Sports Science

YOUR OPTIONS 13 Your options at 16+

We offer a programme of GCSEs that are designed to help you if you didn’t achieve the grades you needed to progress to A Levels or further education, giving you the chance to improve on your previous results. We enjoy fantastic success rates, with 94% of students passing their course. Upon completion, you’ll be able to progress onto a range of different courses. To find out more, visit page 40. GCSEs

Our A Levels give you a wide choice of subjects to specialise in, whether you want to progress to university or perhaps aren’t sure what you want to do next.

We have a variety of A Levels and, like with everything else at the College, we have brilliant success rates, with 99% of students passing their course. We are also committed to offering an exceptional A support and guidance service, which organises trips to universities and can advise you on UCAS applications and progression LEVELS opportunities, whether that’s further study or employment. To find out more about our A Level courses, visit page 44.

14 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Our full-time courses are a fantastic way of developing vocational TECHNICAL AND experience, and are a great alternative to PROFESSIONAL studying A Levels, particularly if you enjoy COURSES hands-on, practical learning.

Choose from a wide range of full-time courses to develop your technical and professional skills. Our vocational courses are designed to prepare you for employment or further study at college or university. Upon completion, Level 3 courses provide you with UCAS points and are accepted by universities as an equivalent to A Levels. With strong employer links, work experience opportunities and industry- standard learning environments, you will work with expert tutors to develop the skills required to succeed in the career of your choice. To find out what courses are available to you, see page 2.

YOUR OPTIONS 15 aim HIGHER WITH APPRENTICESHIPS

Apprenticeships are How does it work? What if I’m not ready? Apprenticeships are available in almost If you don’t feel quite ready to start an paid jobs that include every industry, and they usually take place apprenticeship, we can offer courses that over the course of 2 years. You’ll be based will help you prepare for one. These courses training, where you’ll in the workplace for 4 days each week, with are available in almost every area of study, develop real working the remaining day spent at the College. You ensuring you can develop the essential skills will have a dedicated Training Officer and a you’ll need to succeed on an apprenticeship experience as you learn, work-based NVQ Assessor, who will ensure programme. all whilst being paid. you gain both academic and vocational skills. How do I get started? What are the benefits? There are higher levels Think about which apprenticeship too, so now you can go Not only will you be paid a wage during programme you would like to study; you can your training, but you’ll also develop real find more information in our course listings even further with an working experience, which is highly valued or online at sdc.careers/apprenticeships. by employers. Apprenticeships help you get Once you have applied we will invite you apprenticeship. your foot in the door and often lead to a full- into the College to discuss your suitability, time job upon completion. You’ll also gain and support you in identifying the perfect transferable skills that are relevant across employer for your apprenticeship. Don’t various industries, so your progression forget – if you don’t already have a job, we opportunities are endless. can help you find one.

16 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 We currently offer the following apprenticeships:

Automotive Environmental • Automotive Vehicle Body Repair • Horticulture We are constantly and Refinishing developing new • Automotive Vehicle Maintenance Hair and Beauty and Repair • Beauty apprenticeships, so if you • Automotive Vehicle Parts • Hairdressing can’t see one that you’d • Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Hospitality like to study, contact our Building and Construction • Cleaning and Environmental Services Helpzone team today. • Bricklaying • Commis Chef • Carpentry (Bench) • Food and Beverage Service • Carpentry (Site) • Front of House Reception • Electrical Installation • Hospitality Supervision and Leadership • Multi-Trade Construction • Hospitality Team Member • Painting and Decorating • Patisserie • Plastering • Professional Cookery • Plumbing and Heating • Roofing and Tiling Marine • Boat Building Business • Marine Engineering • Accountancy • Maritime Skills: Marinas and Boatyards • Business Administration • Customer Service Science • Legal Executive • Laboratory Scientist • Management • Science Technician • Project Management Sports • Warehousing and Distribution • Exercise and Fitness Childcare and Health and Social Care • Leisure Management • Childcare and Education • PE and School Sport • Dental Nursing • Personal Training • Health and Social Care • Sports Development Cleaning Services Higher Apprenticeships • Cleaning Principles • Accountancy For more information on • Business our degree apprenticeships Digital Technologies • Computing Technologies • Computing • Dental please see page 19. • Creative Digital Media • Engineering • Healthcare Engineering • Laboratory Science • Hi-Tech Electronic Engineering • Legal • Mechanical Engineering • Management • Utilities Engineering • Project Management • Professional Practice in Construction Operations Management YOUR OPTIONS 17 UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOUTH DEVON

University We can provide you with a first-class further education experience; we also offer a range of university courses, including foundation degrees and full honours degrees.

By studying a degree close to home, you We deliver all of our courses in partnership with have a platform to achieve your goals here Plymouth University, with whom we share an in the South West, whilst keeping your incredibly strong relationship. This means that studies affordable and within a budget. you will be gaining a prestigious qualification from a first-class university that’s recognised A key feature of our higher education by employers worldwide. courses is the exceptional support we provide for our students. We have an In 2017 UCSD was awarded ‘Gold’, the highest experienced team who offer a range of level possible, by the Teaching Excellence services, and provide regular 1-to-1 Framework, which recognises outstanding contact time with your personal tutor, teaching within our University-level curriculum. ensuring you have every opportunity to excel on your course.

18 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 We currently offer the following degree courses:

Arts Computing and Engineering Construction Digital and Media FdA Drama, Performance FdSc/HNC Computing FdSc/HNC Civil and Coastal FdSc Digital Design* and Arts Management FdSc/HNC Electronics and Engineering FdA Digital Marketing FdA Fashion with Textiles Robotic Control Engineering* FdSc/HNC Sustainable FdA Film and Photography FdA Illustration Arts FdSc/HNC Manufacturing and Construction and the Built Environment FdA Games and Mechatronic Engineering* Interactive Design BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering* FdSc/HNC Marine Technologies BSc (Hons) Gaming Technologies*

Health and Education Management Sciences Social Sciences FdA Early Years Care FdA Business and Management FdSc Animal Science FdSc Criminology and Psychology and Education FdA/HNC Tourism, Hospitality FdSc Biosciences FdA History with English FdSc Health and Wellbeing* and Events Management FdSc Marine Science FdSc Law FdSc Healthcare Practice BA (Hons) Leadership BSc (Hons) Applied Animal FdSc Psychology with Sociology (Assistant Practitioner) and Management Science (1 Year Top-up) FdA Teaching and Learning BSc (Hons) Applied Science BA (Hons) Child Development (Bioscience) (1 Year Top-up)* and Education (1 Year Top-up) BSc (Hons) Applied Science Advanced Manufacturing BA (Hons) Education, Society (Marine) (1 Year Top-up)* Engineering (Mechanical)* and Development* BSc Extended Science (Year 0) Construction Site Engineering BSc (Hons) Healthcare Sports and Coaching Technician Practice (1 Year Top-up) Construction Site Supervisor FdSc Adventure Leadership Postgraduate Certificate in Laboratory Scientist (Life Sciences) Education (PGCE) FdSc Sport and Exercise Science Professional Practice in Construction Operations FdSc Yacht Operations Higher and Degree Management BSc (Hons) Coaching (Outdoor To find out more about Apprenticeships Chartered Manager our university courses, visit Leadership) (1 Year Top-up) Civil Engineering Site sdc.careers/university, BSc (Hons) Coaching Advanced Manufacturing Management* drop-in to the University (Sports Performance and Engineering (Electrical)* Centre or call 08000 21 31 81. Development) (1 Year Top-up) Digital and Technology Solutions

*subject to approval YOUR OPTIONS 19 YOUR VANTAGE POINT CAMPUS

20 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Our inspirational Paignton Campus provides the very best learning environment, featuring state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

University Centre South Devon (UCSD) Automotive and Motorcycle Construction Skills Centre Skills Centre UCSD is a showcase for higher education The Construction Skills Centre features a studies throughout the region, and features This fantastic facility has workshops with number of workshops where you can apply lecture and seminar rooms with state-of- industry-standard equipment, featuring your knowledge and develop practical the-art projection and audio technology. vehicle body and refinishing apparatus, a skills, which is fantastic preparation for Rooms also have the facility to record chassis jig, a paint-mixing room and oven, employment. The Centre boasts workshops lectures, so you always have the resources a self-contained welding facility and an for plastering, brickwork, carpentry, and you need to succeed and develop automotive diagnostic laboratory. So, if it painting and decorating, with interactive university-level skills. has two wheels or more and an engine, classrooms to develop further skills. you can study it here!

YOUR CAMPUS 21 Common Room The Common Room is a great place to chill out and is available to all students. You can play pool, listen to music or just meet friends and unwind in between your studies. You’ll also find representatives from the Students’ Union here in case you want to discuss anything. So if you want to hang out, or maybe meet some new friends, then the Common Room is the place you want to be.

Vantage Travel Horizons Training Restaurant Mitch Tonks Seafood Academy If you decide to enrol on a travel and tourism Horizons is our fine dining restaurant, The Mitch Tonks Seafood Academy based course you will join our bespoke mock where fully equipped, bustling kitchens enhances the curriculum for full-time travel agency – Vantage Travel. You will train ensure you develop practical restaurant students and apprentices, providing a using our replica security checkpoint, and or front-of-house experience. Horizons is special focus on world-class fish dishes. check-in and reservations desk, and practise open to the public, and is always a popular You will be presented with opportunities your safety and in-flight skills using our venue with events and high-quality cuisine to work alongside Mitch Tonks in industry-standard cabin. throughout the academic year. masterclasses and host speciality dinners at the College’s Horizons restaurant.

22 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Gym and Fitness Suite Cafés Learning Zones Our fitness suite offers you access to The Paignton Campus features 7 different There are Learning Zones throughout the the latest cardiovascular equipment, eateries, which are great places to unwind College, where you’ll have the chance to resistance machines and free weights, as and meet friends. You can get coffee, study in a comfortable environment. There’s well as various fitness classes. The gym pastries, snacks and meals that cater to all also the Learning Resource Centre, and the is open to all College students at various dietary requirements, with healthy options entire College has free WiFi so you can use times throughout the week and represents always available, at affordable prices. You your own devices, if you prefer. great value for money as part of our Active could even be entitled to free College meals. Wellbeing programme.

Inspirations Hair and Salon South Devon College Dart Marine Academy Inspirations is where you’ll deliver hair and beauty therapy treatments to members The South Devon College Dart Marine This real-life experience means that of the public. All of our salons feature Academy, based on the banks of the River you’ll develop skills that are relevant to industry-standard equipment, meaning Dart, is a centre of excellence for marine today’s marine industry and improve your that you learn the very latest techniques training and education. The Academy boasts employability. and methods. Inspirations’ popularity 2 38ft yachts, 5 rigid-hulled inflatable boats results in a vibrant working environment (RIBs), 2 displacement boats, workshops where you’ll gain vocational experience and research and development facilities. and develop your skills. YOUR CAMPUS 23 Animal Unit and Creations Dog Printing Services Essentials Shop Grooming Salon To support you with various projects Printing Essentials stock a wide range of Students studying Animal Care have access Services can provide you with high quality, newspapers, magazines, art materials and to a wide variety of animal species. The Unit high volume copying and printing, with stationery alongside confectionery items, also has teaching and assessment areas, a variety of finishing options e.g. booklet light snacks and gifts. It can also order and space to grow food for the animals. making, laminating, coloured paper/card, specific books for your course. Deliveries are Creations Dog Grooming Salon is adjacent card, stapling, and binding. normally within 7 days – just ask a member to the Animal Unit and offers a variety of of the friendly team, who will be happy to grooming services to a range of dog breeds. help you.

Theatre and Dance Studio Recording Studios Our theatre is a versatile space that is used large-scale projection and PA systems, We have state-of-the-art sound equipment, throughout the year for numerous theatrical and LED moving head fixtures. with fully operational recording studios and productions and performances. The rehearsal studios, all designed to provide theatre boasts a grand stage and a seating We offer large, industry-standard studio you with the opportunity to study in a capacity of 160. We also have the latest space complete with wall-length mirrors professional environment. This provides the technical equipment to cater for a range and exercise bars. practical experience that will enable you of productions, including theatre lanterns, to work in the industry upon the completion of your studies.

24 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 The Centre will provide individuals with the New Community Sports Pavilion New developments at skills that employers need to support their South Devon College has entered the first growth in a range of important local hi-tech External ViewSouth from Long Road Devon College phase of development for a new, £3 million businesses such as: electronics, lasers, fibre, community sports pavilion based at White satellite and communications, aerospace, Rock, adjacent to the Vantage Point Campus A new Hi-Tech and Digital Centre is to be marine, medical and big data analytics. The in Paignton. built at South Devon College’s Vantage offer will also extend to creative industries, Point campus. including gaming, app design, digital design, Proposed plans for the facility include a film and digital media, smart clothing and 3G pitch, as well as 2 Multi Use Games The new purpose-built facility will be textiles and many others. Area (MUGA) pitches, catering for a range innovative in its design and use, as well of sports and activities, including football, as nationally significant. netball, tennis and hockey.

New facility: Fujitsu Digital Innovation Hub Centrally located, the Fujitsu Digital Innovation Hub is part of an ongoing partnership between South Devon College, Fujitsu, Intel, Brocade and Kyocera. The hub is equipped with a range of the latest computing technology, and will be used to promote the application of technology and the development of digital skills, both at College and in the wider community. Java Cafe from entrance area Atruim from 1st Floor

YOUR CAMPUS 25

Deadicated Super MAC / teaching suite Atrium / Innovation Wing from 2nd floor YOUR NEWTON ABBOT CAMPUS

Apprenticeships, Careers and The facilities at our Training Centre Newton Abbot Campus The Apprenticeships, Careers and Training Centre is open to members of the public, and provide the best possible provides free guidance to help you in your learning environment, career. You can find us at Pearl Assurance House, TQ12 2AD, from 9:00am to 5:00pm with industry-standard on Monday to Thursday, and 9:00am to 4:30pm on Fridays. You can also email us at equipment and expert [email protected]. teachers delivering the skills needed in the local area.

26 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Hair and Beauty Skills Academy Automotive Skills Centre Construction and Building Services Skills Centre Our Hair and Beauty Skills Academy at Pearl Our purpose-built workshop at Bradley Lane Assurance House includes a hairdressing is home to the Automotive Skills Centre, The Construction and Building Services and nail salon. We offer hair and nail where we deliver Automotive courses Skills Centre is also located at our Bradley treatments to members of the public, so from Entry Level to Level 3, as well as Lane facility, with fully equipped workshops you can develop valuable experience in a real apprenticeships. You can develop essential to develop practical skills in a number working environment. practical skills in our workshops and our of essential trades, including brickwork, Automotive Diagnostic Laboratory. carpentry, electrical services, painting and decorating, plastering and plumbing.

Newton Abbot Brow and Nail Bar Brunel Centre The Brow and Nail Bar in Newton Abbot The Brunel Centre is a new partnership Courses covering the construction trades features industry-standard equipment so facility located on the Brunel Industrial are also run in workshops, where you can you can deliver up-to-date treatments to Estate. A fully equipped training kitchen can develop essential practical skills for members of the public and develop valuable has been purpose-built to deliver courses your chosen industry. experience in a real working environment. in the hospitality and catering sector.

YOUR CAMPUS 27 Supporting You

Our priority is to help you achieve your goals and begin a successful career, as well as supporting your personal and social development.

We have a dedicated team of professional, • Free, impartial careers information, qualified staff across all areas of the advice and guidance College, who can support your individual • Writing and developing your CV needs and make sure you have the best • Helping you with your UCAS application possible experience with us. Many of these for university services are provided by our award-winning • Financial and travel support Helpzone team, who can help you with • Gaining part-time work with our various matters and provide information and Job Shop support, including: • Finding the perfect course • Linking you with employers

28 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 FINANCIAL Help

We offer a range of student support options, whether you are starting or continuing your studies with us in September 2018.

This support, which includes bursaries, free College meals and travel support, helps remove any barriers to learning you might have. We also offer tailored support packages for distinct groups, including young adult carers and care leavers. The Helpzone team can support you in finding out what funding you are eligible for. For example, 16–18-year-old students who remain in full-time education (excluding apprenticeships) are still eligible for Child Benefit. The team are here to help you with everything so that you can focus on what matters most: your studies.

You can apply for the bursary online – Money could be available to help visit southdevon.ac.uk. you pay for: • Books for your course • Equipment and materials • DBS checks • Kit and clothing • College meals • Travel

YOUR LEARNING 29 Travel

We are delighted to work closely with Stagecoach to ensure that our students can travel to College safely and affordably, wherever you are in South Devon, including Exeter and Plymouth.

The South Devon College Travel Pass The College can provide free, unlimited bus travel for full-time, 16–18-year-old students who have a household income of less than £21,000 per year. If you do not meet these criteria, an unlimited travel pass is still available for as little as £300 per year, which can be purchased by direct debit over a period of 10 instalments, and works out as less than £1 a day! The unlimited pass means that you can consider apprenticeship and part-time opportunities, using the Stagecoach network to commute between the College and your place of work. So, wherever you are, thanks to our outstanding transport network, you can get here and achieve your goals with us. Our exclusive offer also extends to South Devon High School pupils and home-educated learners, providing you live more than 2 miles away from the College and have a household income of less than £21,000 per year.

30 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE travel map

Bus Routes

1 Tavistock – Plymouth 2 Exeter – Dawlish – Teignmouth – Newton Abbot 2a Saltash – Plymouth 13 Newton Abbot – Paignton – Brixham 13D Kingsteignton – SDC Exeter 22 Dawlish – Teignmouth – Torquay – SDC X38 2 connect to 88C connect to X84

23 Goodrington – SDC in Ashburton in Dawlish 41 Chudleigh – Bovey Tracey – Newton Abbot – Totnes 2 88C Newton Abbot – Ashburton – Totnes – SDC Exmouth 120 Kingswear – Churston – Paignton Chudleigh X38 X38 Exeter – Buckfastleigh X84 Dawlish – SDC Bovey Tracey 41 Gold Plymouth – Totnes – Paignton – Torquay X84, 22 Tavistock connect in Totnes to Dawlish 1 Gold/88C Kingsteignton connect to Gold 41 in Plymouth Teignmouth Ashburton Newton Abbot

1 Torquay 41, 88C Totnes 13, 13D Saltash South Brent 2a Paignton connect to Gold 2a 23 in Plymouth Plymouth Gold Brixham 13

Gold Ivybridge 120 Dartmouth connect to 120 Kingsbridge

Train from Exmouth to Paignton Connect to 22 bus to SDC Bus routes Kingsbridge Coach Dartmouth Ferry South Devon College Campuses

YOUR LEARNING 31 For more information about the full range of support services we can offer, visit sdc.careers/support.

LEARNING SUPPORT

We take our responsibility to support your learning very seriously, and can provide various services to help you.

The support we can offer includes: Asperger’s or dyscalculia, have a Statement progress in your education. Personal tutors of SEN or an EHCP, have been in special will discuss your work and assist with any • In-class support from dedicated education or you are worried that you are academic problems you have, as well as learning support assistants not finding some learning as easy as you advising you on careers or assisting you with • Out-of-class support in our English expected, then we can help. any personal problems that may arise. and Maths Zone • Use of specialist software and We also have a dedicated space for students Engage equipment who have been diagnosed with Autistic • Special arrangements for exams Spectrum Conditions (ASC). The LODGE If you’re not currently in education, (Learning Opportunity for Development employment or training, we can offer you an During the application process you will have and Guided Education) provides a calm, exciting and engaging alternative learning the opportunity to inform us of identified or quiet environment where, as a student, experience. Whatever time of the year, this possible support requirements. you will receive support in managing your individualised programme of study gives you Letting us know at this early stage will help unstructured times during the day, as well the chance to develop both educationally us plan the support you need, although as help with your studies and development and personally. It offers preparation for support plans can be developed and of your communication and social skills. further College studies, employment, reviewed throughout your course and apprenticeships or traineeships. Personal Tutors learning programme. Positive progressions at the end of this If you have a learning difficulty or sensory Every full-time student at the College has course are encouraged, supported and impairment that has been identified in the a dedicated personal tutor, who will make celebrated. past, such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, sure you have all the support you need to successfully complete your studies and

32 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 AMAZING learning RESOURCES

The LRC is home to 100 computers and has Computer Access We provide access free WiFi so you can use your own devices, When you enrol you’ll automatically receive or loan one from the College. There’s also a to state-of-the-art access to the following services to support silent study room, which means that you can your learning: equipment and learning always find a comfortable environment to study in that suits your style of learning. • 2GB of local storage with additional resources across all of 1TB OneDrive storage Moodle and Leap our campuses to help • Individual College email account You’ll also have full access to Moodle, • Moodle and Leap, which help track your you make the most of which is a virtual classroom that enhances progress your studies, and Leap, which tracks your • New industry software, including Adobe your time here, giving progress. Here, you’ll be able to: Creative Suite CC you the very best • View resources, activities and websites • Internet and campus-wide WiFi to support your classroom lessons learning experience. • Online library catalogue • Check assignment dates and review • Free Microsoft software for your device Learning Resource Centre feedback during your studies, including Office. The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) is • Track and manage your learning You will also have access to our wireless situated in the heart of the College, with 2 • Get the latest news from the College network, in case you prefer using your own floors of resources, including books, journals • Request support from the various devices. Many of our services are available and online materials. We have over 29,000 services in the College remotely, outside of the College, meaning books, which we ensure are up-to-date and you can choose where and when to study. relevant to your studies.

YOUR LEARNING 33 STUDENT WELLBEING

We make sure that you have the best possible experience during your time here, in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Positive Intervention and Safeguarding We offer outstanding pastoral support services and ensure the safeguarding of all of our students. We have a dedicated team of professionals who can help with any issues that may arise from your studies or personal circumstances. Whatever your concern, you can be assured that you will be supported discreetly in an environment you are comfortable with. We are committed to your online safety and the promotion of positive behaviour, respect and tolerance to others.

Medical Support Equality and Diversity Mama Bear’s Day Nursery The College nurse is on campus to discuss As a leading College, we believe in the If you are responsible for young children, any health-related concerns you may principle of freedom from discrimination Mama Bear’s is based at the College and have. There are also qualified first aiders for everyone, regardless of age, gender, provides Ofsted-approved childcare and throughout the College to resolve or assist disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, high-quality education for children aged with any situations that may arise. religion or social background. We have from 3 months to 5 years. In this safe and numerous processes in place to ensure stimulating environment, children can enjoy that we provide equality of opportunity for learning through a wide range of activities, all of our students and staff. We continue supervised by qualified staff. to reach out to the whole community, and work closely with organisations that represent minority groups.

34 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 STUDENT LIFE

Studying at South Devon Common Room College is about more The Common Room is a space where you can chill out and socialise between lessons, than just your studies; Your Students’ Union play pool, listen to music or just hang out. Everyone is welcome in the Common Room, you’ll be treated like an The South Devon College Students’ so say hello and introduce yourself! Union (SDC:SU) plays an important part adult and have fantastic in helping you settle into College life, and Mobile SDC:SU experiences that will gives you the chance to get involved and make new friends. The SDC:SU organises Whether you’re studying at the Paignton or shape you for the rest of a range of social and fundraising events, Newton Abbot Campus, or even at South so there’s always something to enjoy or Devon College Dart Marine Academy, the your life. contribute to, which looks great on your CV. portable SDC:SU means that you get the full College experience wherever you are, and Whether that’s an educational trip or Find us at the Student Space on Level 1. don’t have to worry about missing out on any getting involved in the many social opportunities. activities that are available, you’ll get the full College experience.

Course Representatives Erasmus+ You can become a ‘Course Rep’, which gives you the unique opportunity to improve Erasmus+ is the European Union the student experience by attending programme for education, training, youth Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award and termly management meetings to discuss and sport. Staff and students have travelled National Citizen Service (NCS) what matters to you and your peers. It’s a to France and Sweden to take part in work DofE and NCS are just two examples great way of making a difference, and also experience and to sample the different of the many enrichment programmes at impresses employers on your CV. cultures. The College have secured funding the College. These opportunities help you for another 2-year programme to send up develop key skills and values that employers Student Ambassadors to 120 students and 26 staff to do the same look for, all whilst having a great time. They in France, Germany, Ireland and Sweden The Student Ambassador role is an showcase your dedication, enthusiasm and between September 2017 and August 2019. excellent opportunity to gain some valuable personal responsibility, and can provide you European work placements and cultural work experience and develop your personal with experiences and memories that will experiences offer a great way for vocational and professional skills. You will represent last a lifetime. the College during a number of activities students to gain valuable work experience including campus tours, open events and and to start their journey of self-discovery. applicant days.

YOUR LEARNING 35 YOUR COURSE

36 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 AP P LYING IS EASY...

Take a look at our courses and see what interests you before applying online at apply.southdevon.ac.uk. If you’re still not sure what to study, you can find out more by visiting our website, dropping in to the Helpzone, coming to an open event or by calling 08000 380 123 to talk to our Helpzone team, who will be able to advise you. Don’t forget, you can apply for more than one course!

BEFORE YOU BEGIN YOUR COURSE...

WELCOME 1. MEETING 2. MY NIGHT 3. MY COURSE 4. ENROL

Once you have applied, you’ll This is a taster evening that This is your chance to spend a Your enrolment in September have a chance to meet a course helps you get to know your new day in the life of a South Devon gives you an official place on tutor and discuss your studies classmates. It’s a fun event that College student. It’s a taster day your course, so you can get in more detail. This is a good takes place in the Spring term, that helps you get to grips with started and make your future opportunity to ask any questions and gives you another chance to your studies and prepare you for a reality! that you may have, and make explore the College and settle when you start in September. sure the course is right for you. into student life.

YOUR COURSE 37 YOUR COURSE EXPLAINED

GCSEs in England are New Grading Structure Current Grading Structure being reformed and will 9 be graded with a new A* scale from 9 to 1, with 9 8 being the highest grade. 7 A English Language, English Literature and Maths will be the first to be graded from 6 B 9 to 1 in 2017. 5 C Another 20 subjects will have 9 to 1 grading in 2018, with most others following in 2019. 4 D During this transition, students will receive a mixture of letter and number grades. 3 E 2 F 1 G U U

38 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Sometimes you need help when considering what level to study. Our Helpzone team are always available to explain your options in more detail, but to help make things a bit easier, take a look at this guide…

Entry Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

• Supported • Vocational • Vocational • Vocational What type of Learning and Technical and Technical and Technical courses are Opportunities Certificates Certificates Certificates • Engage • Traineeships • GCSEs • Apprenticeships available? • Vocational • Apprenticeships • A Levels and Technical Certificates

There are no formal For some courses, you Level 2 courses Level 3 courses require What do entry requirements, need to be working typically require a number of GCSEs, I need? you just need to show towards achieving between 2 and 5 usually at higher a willingness to learn English and maths at GCSEs of varying grades than Level 2, and succeed. a Level 1 standard, grades or completion or completion of a whilst others may also of a relevant vocational relevant vocational require 2 GCSEs at qualification. An qualification. An grade D/3 or above, aptitude assessment aptitude assessment or similar. may also be required. may also be required. English and maths will be important.

Successfully Upon successful After successfully After successfully What can completing your completion you could completing a completing your I do next? studies means that progress to a Level 2 Level 2 course, course, you could you may be able to course, or go on to paid you may be able to consider progressing progress to other employment as part of progress to a Level to higher education College courses. an apprenticeship. 3 course, consider at University Centre a more advanced South Devon or gain apprenticeship or gain full-time employment full-time employment in your chosen in a junior or entry profession. level role.

YOUR COURSE 39 PREPARE FOR YOUR DREAM JOB

WITH GCSEs

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40 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Whilst South Devon High School (see page 13) offers GCSEs for direct entry at Year 10, 16–18-year-olds also have the opportunity to improve upon their previous GCSE grades and progress to further study.

So, if you perhaps didn’t gain the grades you could enrol on our GCSE programme, After successfully completing your you wanted originally, you can still achieve where you’ll study 5 GCSEs, consisting GCSEs with the College you will be able your goals by studying with us. If you need of English, Maths and 3 additional to progress to a range of courses, whether to improve your English and Maths GCSE subjects of your choice. The College that’s a vocational course, A Levels or results, this can be completed as part of enjoys fantastic success rates at GCSE, an apprenticeship. The opportunities are your studies alongside our full-time courses with students achieving an overall pass endless, so apply today and set your (from page 54). However, if you’d like to rate of 94% for 2015-16. future in motion. improve some of your other grades,

“I joined the College to study GCSEs, including Chemistry, English and 94% Maths. I wanted to work in veterinary PA S S R ATE science, so I then progressed to a range of science-based A Levels, and after gaining A grades in all subjects, I was able to continue onto a Veterinary Science degree at Cambridge University. I can now look forward to a career in something I’m passionate about, and I can’t wait to get started.”

JAMES HAWKESBY

GCSEs 41 WE OFFER THE BUSINESS FOLLOWING GCSEs: BIOLOGY STUDIES

STATISTICS ENGLISH HISTORY

MATH S FILM STUDIES SOCIOLOGY

42 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 GCSEs 43 OPEN THE DOOR TO UNIVERSITY AND YOUR CAREER

WITH A LEVELS

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44 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 If you want to study at university or prepare for a career, then our A Levels can help you achieve your goals.

Studying A Levels can give you a wide focused on further academic study or well as other prestigious universities. So, choice of careers to specialise in. We enjoy employment. Our students progress across if you want to prepare for university study excellent levels of success, with a 99% the full range of subjects, going on to study and achieve the highest levels of academic pass rate across 18 subjects. degrees in the arts, sciences, humanities success, apply today. and various other disciplines, at universities We offer an exceptional support and throughout the country. We have a large guidance service, provide trips to universities number of students who are accepted to and advise on UCAS applications and Russell Group institutions, and regularly progression opportunities, whether that’s see learners go on to study at Oxbridge, as

Art and Design, at both AS and A Level, What will I learn? has been designed for a variety of students, • Creative making in a variety of art forms but is particularly relevant if you enjoy any • Reflective recording artistic or craft-based subjects. You will • Contextual understanding cover a wide range of creative mediums, including printmaking and fabrication, and ART AND DESIGN become familiar with the many techniques involved in planning, designing and creating pieces of art. You will also consider the contemporary influences and references that will shape your work.

This qualification will focus on topics such What will I learn? as the molecular basis of life, physiology • Cell structure and function and the interactions of organisms with the • Gas exchange and transport in animals environment. You will learn through lectures and plants and practical sessions, with activities • Communication and cell signalling such as monitoring your blood glucose BIOLOGY levels, heart and lung dissection, culturing microbes and DNA extraction. You will also participate in engaging debates about some of the controversial topics in biology, including animal testing, biological warfare and genetic modification.

A LEVELS 45 This qualification will help you develop What will I learn? a critical understanding of business • Planning and financing a business organisations, the markets they serve and • Managing a business the process of adding value to a business. • Strategies for success You will consider business behaviours from BUSINESS the perspective of different stakeholders, as you develop a varied skill set that focuses on STUDIES decision-making and problem-solving. You will also gain a range of transferable skills, including using data effectively, presenting arguments, making judgements and conducting research.

During this course you will discover the What will I learn? importance of research and experimentation • Atomic structure in chemistry, whilst working in our well- • Electrons, bonding and structure equipped laboratories with fully qualified • Chemistry of reactions chemists who have industrial experience to support their teaching. An A Level in CHEMISTRY Chemistry enables you progress into a wide variety of degrees and jobs, including: medicine, veterinary science, dentistry, pharmacology, forensic science and chemical engineering.

46 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk A Level Computer Science is an exciting and What will I learn? challenging course offered at South Devon • Computer systems College. The course is for students who • Computer programming have an interest in how computers work or • Transferable skills for university or want to learn how to program and also have employment COMPUTER good skills in maths. It makes an excellent companion subject to A Level Mathematics. SCIENCE The College has excellent computing facilities and highly experienced staff to support you in this choice of subject.

During this course you will examine a What will I learn? variety of mediums, from basic texts • Seeing through language to more complex pieces of language. • Representation and language The course focuses on a detailed and • Language explorations systematic analysis of language, both ENGLISH written and spoken, and you will develop a thorough understanding of lexis and LANGUAGE semantics, grammar, text organisation, pragmatics (the hidden meanings of language) and the supportive use of imagery.

This A Level focuses on exploring the What will I learn? bigger questions and issues of life, and • Poetry and drama how they are expressed through • Prose narratives in prose, poetry, drama and • Cultural and contextual interpretation creative writing. This is the perfect of texts ENGLISH qualification if you enjoy critical discussion, independent thinking and analytical LITERATURE evaluation. The A Level is assessed by both coursework and examination, and will prepare you well for a variety of literary careers, including writing, journalism and marketing.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk A LEVELS 47 This A Level is delivered through a mix of What will I learn? lectures, internet-based research, group activities and fieldwork sessions based • The living and physical environments on-site at the College’s Conservation Unit. • Energy resources and environmental You will participate in class discussions pollution ENVIRONMENTAL and activities, and you will also engage in • Biological resources and sustainability debates about contemporary environmental SCIENCE topics. There is an emphasis on the application of scientific knowledge in a variety of scenarios, as you examine environmental issues not just within the UK, but around the globe.

This A Level has been designed to deepen What will I learn? your understanding, appreciation and • Exploring film form enjoyment of film, the major art form of • British and American film the 20th century. You will study different • Film research and creative projects films produced from a variety of production contexts and you will view films in a variety FILM STUDIES of situations. You will also engage with a range of genres, developing skills of observation, critical analysis and personal reflection, as well as enhancing your creative and practical skills, either in audio-visual or written form.

This A Level is perfect for you if you have What will I learn? a natural ability or interest in examining • Physical and human geography the processes that are apparent in nature, • Contemporary geographical issues and wish to understand them further. • Fieldwork investigation During the first year you will study modules that consider coastal environments, river GEOGRAPHY processes, population change and energy issues. Your studies in the second year will include plate tectonics, ecosystems, globalisation and world cities. You’ll also conduct field research during various educational trips.

48 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course is for students who have an What will I learn? interest in society, current affairs and the • Participation through the ballot box governance of countries. It will give you the • The role of political parties in a ability to understand how governments democracy work, particularly in the UK and the USA, but • Elections in a democracy GOVERNMENT also in other countries. You will study topics such as participation and voting behaviour, AND POLITICS parliament and the role of MPs, the different political parties and the role of the EU and the Scottish Parliament. You will learn through lectures, group work, presentations and individual research.

This course will be perfect for you if you What will I learn? have an interest in exploring the past, as • Change and consolidation you examine Britain between 1483 and • The state and the people 1520, as well as anti-Semitism within • Historical enquiry Hitler’s Germany from 1919 to 1945. When you progress to the second year, you will HISTORY complete a historical enquiry titled ‘20th Century Britain’, before considering the triumphs of Queen Elizabeth. The course is delivered through lectures, group work, presentations and individual research, and you will be assessed through examination and coursework.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk A LEVELS 49 This course will encourage you to develop What will I learn? your interest and enjoyment in law, and • Law making and the legal system provide you with analytical and critical • The concept of liability thinking skills. Studying the subject of • Criminal law law enhances your problem-solving skills through the application of legal rules, and LAW develops an understanding of legal method and reasoning. These skills provide excellent preparation if you wish to progress to university study, or if you want to pursue a variety of careers in the legal sector.

This is the essential mathematics What will I learn? course that will build upon the • Core mathematics knowledge you developed at GCSE. • Mechanics It opens doors to rewarding careers • Statistics in various disciplines, offering insight into the power and, sometimes, beauty MATHEMATICS of mathematics. You will apply algebraic and graphical techniques that develop your understanding of: functions, calculus, trigonometry, sequences and series, exponentials and logarithms, numerical methods, statistics and mechanics.

50 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk During this A Level you will develop What will I learn? an advanced understanding of • Pure maths mathematical principles, as you learn • Decision maths additional core and applied units that will • Statistics broaden your knowledge of the universe of FURTHER maths and its applications. You will consider topics such as matrices and complex and MATHEMATICS imaginary numbers, as well as applied units in statistics and decision maths.

This is a 2-year AS programme designed What will I learn? for students who would like to continue to • How to use maths skills in a real world study maths until they are 18 but do not context wish to study A Level maths. You will solve • Statistics or graphical methods meaningful mathematical problems to • GCSE Statistics option in first year CORE increase your confidence in using maths and be better equipped for the mathematical MATHEMATICS demands which may exist in other courses, including higher education, but also in employment and everyday life.

This A Level will enable you to draw upon What will I learn? your existing experience of media texts and • Representation develop your abilities to respond critically • Textual analysis to the media. It allows you to explore a • Genre wide variety of relevant topics, including digital media technologies, and considers MEDIA STUDIES the fundamental concepts underlying the study of media, such as texts, industry and audiences.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk A LEVELS 51 This A Level considers a broad range of What will I learn? topics, focusing on the philosophy of religion • Philosophy of religion and ethics. You will learn primarily through • War discussion-based learning, alongside essay • Questioning the existence of God writing and consideration of challenging and interesting topics. This could include PHILOSOPHY deliberative questions such as the existence of a God, the nature of reality and ethical dilemmas, including abortion, euthanasia and war.

During this A Level you will be introduced What will I learn? to a variety of experiences, as you explore a • Portraiture range of photographic media, techniques and • Still-life photography processes. You will also become familiar • Experimental imagery with both traditional and new technologies. You will then consider relevant images, PHOTOGRAPHY resources and artefacts relating to both photography, and art and design, including both European and non-European examples from the past and present.

This qualification is delivered by a balanced What will I learn? mixture of lectures, practical activities, • Foundations of physics group work and discussion. Your practical • Forces and motions sessions will underpin theory, where • Electrons, waves and photons possible, and develop your skills throughout the year as you prepare for assessed PHYSICS practical work. There are also various sessions throughout the year that are dedicated to individual support.

52 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This A Level will give you an excellent basis What will I learn? to understand psychology and its principles • Research methods and applications. The main themes covered • Psychological themes in the course are prejudice, obedience, • Applied psychology memory, forgetting, gender, anorexia and how we learn. Psychology can lead to PSYCHOLOGY specific careers in industrial, clinical or forensic psychology, as well as counselling and therapy. It is also a useful qualification if you are thinking of any career that involves dealing with people in any context.

This A Level will be perfect for you if you are What will I learn? interested in social life and current affairs, • Culture and identity and it is particularly useful if you wish to • Crime and deviance pursue a career working with people. During • Mass media the first year you will be studying families and households, and education. In the SOCIOLOGY second year you will study beliefs in society, crime and deviance. The course is assessed by examination, and lessons are delivered through discussion, debate and a group research task.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk A LEVELS 53 ONE COURSE. A LIFETIME OF ADVENTURES

WITH ADVENTURE SPORTS

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54 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk An Adventure Sports course at South Devon College will get your adrenaline pumping and is the first step towards an exciting and dynamic career that could take you all over the world.

You will have access to a wide range of communication and team work, all whilst with previous students having gained activities and equipment, all of which building your confidence, creativity and employment not only in the UK, but in are second to none. You will gain the initiative. We offer an exciting and supportive France, Italy, Spain and the USA. This skill key skills that employers look for in learning environment, with trips scheduled set is also adaptable to a number of other activity instruction, expedition leading, throughout the UK and Europe* to enhance career paths that require dynamic thinking, risk management and coaching. Working your learning. Upon completion, you will risk management, decision making and alongside our highly qualified, experienced have a unique skill set that prepares you excellent team working capabilities. coaches, you will develop skills in leadership, for a variety of jobs in the outdoor industry,

“I had a fantastic 2 years studying at South Devon College. My studies opened up new opportunities for me. I went on to work at Camp America before progressing to studying I WANT TO BE A a degree in Outdoor Education.” BRIONY MARTIN COACH Activities Instructor OUTDOOR GUIDE EXPEDITION LEADER

*Subject to availability ADVENTURE SPORTS 55 STAFF PROFILE APPRENTICESHIPS “I began my journey studying on the Adventure Sports course here at South Devon College. The course provided a foundation of practical and theoretical skills which allowed me to launch SPORTS an exciting and rewarding career in different locations around the UK and DEVELOPMENT abroad. Since then I have supported a variety of people with their own Andy Bennett adventurous ambitions.”

56 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk If you are passionate about the outdoors and that means that you will have a big head want to develop an advanced understanding start when moving into the sector at the of a range of adventure sports disciplines, end of the course. The units available to then this is the course for you. It focuses study are also wide-ranging, meaning that on the skills necessary to excel within you will have a good insight to a multitude ADVENTURE the outdoor industry, either in land-based of possible career or academic pathways activities or on the water. when you finish.

SPORTS The course is structured with the same What will I learn? ethos that runs throughout the adventure sports sector. This is to promote an inclusive • Assessing risk and supportive learning environment and to • Sport science enable each student to achieve individually • Expedition selected learning outcomes, allowing for • Leadership personal growth. Each of the adventure • Coaching sports team have previously worked in a • Organising events wide range of adventure sports settings Upon completion, you may consider a and this experience resonates through the career as a professional instructor, specialist delivery of the course. This means that the coach or the manager of an activity centre. knowledge delivered is up to date and that The team have strong links with employers every opportunity is taken to relate the such as PGL and Camp America, as well as relevance of what is being delivered back the local and national outdoor providers. to a working environment. You could also progress onto the FdSc The delivery is a blend of theory and Adventure Leadership course at University practical sessions. Along with the academic Centre South Devon. qualifications there is a fantastic opportunity to develop a range of nationally (and internationally) recognised qualifications

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk ADVENTURE SPORTS 57 GO WILD

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58 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk Our Animal Care and Management courses will enable you to develop as a leading professional with a passion for animals.

You will learn from our team of expert will help further develop your skills and your goals or ambitions in the animal care teaching staff, and benefit from our working knowledge of the animal care industry. industry, you can achieve them with us. partnerships with Paignton Zoo and Blue We also schedule a range of vocational You will cover topics that include animal Cross, as well as many other employers in trips throughout the year to help you handling, biology, behaviour, health and the sector. You will work practically with understand the careers that are open to many more, preparing you for employment our animal collection, which includes small you as you find your own specialist areas in a range of jobs and roles, such as mammals, reptiles, amphibians, livestock of interest. We offer courses for beginners veterinary nursing or working in zoos and and zoo species. You will undertake work through to our bachelor’s degree in Applied rescue centres. placements on your programme which Animal Science, which means, whatever

“I really enjoyed my studies on the Level 3 Animal Management course. The tutors were extremely supportive, and there were regular trips and industry speakers. I want to work in veterinary practice, and I’m excited I WANT TO BE A about my future in the industry thanks to the skills I’ve developed.” CONSERVATION

SUZANNE STEWART OFFICER VETERINARY NURSE Ecologist ZOOKEEPER

ANIMAL CARE 59 This course has been designed to provide What will I learn? you with the essential skills necessary to • Animal health and welfare progress in a career working with animals, • Animal feeding and watering or into further education. You will gain • Wildlife and conservation valuable experience working within our ANIMAL CARE animal unit. Upon completion, you can consider entering employment, or progress Level 1 Diploma onto the Animal Care Level 2 Diploma, which will help you further develop the skills you have acquired.

This course has been designed to provide What will I learn? you with the skills and knowledge you need • Animal handling to progress within the animal care industry. • Animal behaviour You will focus on 4 key areas of theory and • Animal feeding and accommodation develop your practical skills through working ANIMAL CARE with our animals. Upon completion, you can progress to our Animal Care Diploma Level 1/2 Award Level 2 or our Animal Management National Extended Diploma Level 3, which will help you further develop towards employment in animal care.

This course will help you to develop a What will I learn? broader understanding of the animal • Animal behaviour and handling care industry, and enable you to develop • Animal health, biology and welfare theoretical and practical skills that will • Animal breeds and grooming prepare you for employment. You will ANIMAL CARE consider elements of animal care such as behaviour, handling, health, British wildlife Level 2 Technical Certificate and biology. You will undertake a work placement. Upon completion you may have the opportunity to progress to the Animal Management National Extended Diploma Level 3 or consider employment in animal-related businesses.

60 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This is a 2-year course that will provide What will I learn? you with an in-depth understanding of the • Zoo husbandry animal care industry. You will undertake zoo • Animal breeding and genetics husbandry at Paignton Zoo, where we have • Animal behaviour our own classroom, and work practically ANIMAL with our animal collection at College. After MANAGEMENT completing this course you could progress to our Animal Science foundation degree, Level 3 National Extended Diploma progress to other university courses or seek employment in zoos and wildlife parks, with organisations such as the RSPCA, or with conservation groups.

STAFF PROFILE “I’ve been a veterinary nurse for 17 years and have managed 2 surgeries, working in Paignton and Bristol, as well as in Cape Town, South Africa. I love watching students grow in confidence, and there’s no greater pleasure than seeing individuals develop into experienced professionals with an exciting future ahead of them.” Donna Fowler

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk ANIMAL CARE 61 DISCOVER INNOVATE C R E ATE

WITH ART, FASHION AND PHOTOGRAPHY

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62 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Our Art, Fashion and Photography courses offer you the chance to develop your ideas and make a career out of your creativity.

The facilities at the College include studio The College works in partnership with Our courses introduce you to a wide variety workspaces and specialist workshops, with the University of the Arts London (UAL), of artistic disciplines and a range of visual dedicated and passionate staff that will help Europe’s largest specialist art and design mediums, enabling you to specialise in an guide you on your journey from student to awarding body, giving you the best possible area you are passionate about. With regular professional practitioner. Our staff members platform from which to progress and gallery trips and opportunities to exhibit all have a wealth of experience in art-related succeed. The emphasis of an art and design your work, upon completion you’ll be an careers and are experts in their fields, qualification at the College is on developing independent, confident practitioner with making them the ideal people to advise you creative thinking and innovative approaches a portfolio of dynamic and vibrant pieces in your chosen profession. to problem solving. of work.

“My Foundation Art course was truly life-changing. I was treated with respect and the course really stretched me, whilst enabling me to solve problems creatively. I was able to explore a range of areas and build a strong portfolio of work, which helped me progress to the University of Kingston. I WANT TO BE A I graduated with a first-class degree Graphic Designer before working with a renowned design company in London.” Fashion Designer

RUBEN BICKNELL ILLUSTRATOR PHOTOGRAPHER

ART, FASHION AND PHOTOGRAPHY 63 This course prepares you for Level 3 What will I learn? advanced study. You will study • Fine art, drawing, painting and print a range of artistic techniques as you • Photography, graphic design and learn through a balanced combination animation of practical activities and theoretical • Fashion, 3D design and ceramics ART AND DESIGN sessions. The emphasis of this course is on visualising your initial ideas and learning Level 2 Diploma the techniques that will enable you to (University of the Arts London) realise them, all within our outstanding facilities and specialist studios.

This course is an excellent opportunity What will I learn? to explore your creative aptitude and • Graphic design ambition, as you consider a broad range of • Photography artistic practices, including both 2D and • Fine art 3D disciplines. You will learn the unique • Fashion and textiles ART AND DESIGN characteristics of different creative areas, whilst developing your understanding of Level 3 Extended Diploma how they support and interact with one (University of the Arts London) another. The course also develops your independence, as you complete projects from conception through to realisation, preparing you for employment.

This is a unique qualification that will What will I learn? prepare you for the rigours of university- • Illustration and image making level study in art-related degrees such as • 3D design, architecture and photography, architecture, fine art, graphics interior design and fashion. This course is ideal for students • Fashion, textiles surface design ART AND DESIGN who have gained a Level 3 qualification • Photography and graphic design (A Level or equivalent) and would like to Foundation Studies pursue a career in a creative field. You will (University of the Arts London) develop an outstanding portfolio of work that showcases the skills you develop and your own creativity and aptitude.

64 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk ART, FASHION AND PHOTOGRAPHY 65 DRIVE YOUR FUTURE

WITH AUTOMOTIVE

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66 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk Our automotive courses will give you the perfect introduction to any career in the motor industry.

We were the Institute of the Motor Industry Our fully trained and highly experienced Western Garage and parts companies. You (IMI) Approved Centre of the Year for 2013 members of staff have a wealth of will also attend events like the South West and 2014, and have workshops suitable automotive industry experience, from Autosport show and visit places such as the for vehicle maintenance and vehicle body vehicle body paint specialists to MOT Morgan Motor Museum. We will encourage refinishing. All of our facilities feature testers and race team technicians, so we and improve your raw skills and interest state-of-the-art equipment to ensure that are confident that we are the right people to develop you into an enthusiastic, highly you learn in the best possible environment to start up your journey. You will have skilled automotive professional. and get the highest level of professional access to many of Devon’s automotive experience from your course, preparing sector experts, including dealerships such you for employment. as Speedwell Honda, local businesses like

“My lasting impression from my time at College was of the tutors; they were outstanding! You were always treated as an adult, and it was great preparation for employment. I progressed through an apprenticeship with Vauxhall, became a qualified technician and now I work I WANT TO BE A within the service team, assisting both customers and technicians.” VEHICLE FITTER Diagnostic Technician LESLEY THOMAS Motorsport engineer VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

AUTOMOTIVE 67 This course is the perfect starting point What will I learn? if you would like to develop your literacy • Workshop safety and numeracy skills in an automotive • Motor vehicle tools and equipment environment. You will improve your • Routine motorcycle checks EXPLORING understanding of vehicles and aspects AUTOMOTIVE of motorcycle, light vehicle maintenance and repair, and vehicle refinishing within SKILLS the automotive industry, through practical lessons delivered in our fantastic workshop Entry Level Certificate facilities. Upon completion, you will be well on your way to a successful career in the industry, and can progress to an appropriate course at the College.

STAFF PROFILE APPRENTICESHIPS “I started my career as an apprentice at South Devon College and went on AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE PARTS to enjoy many years working in local garages. I wanted to share the specialist Automotive Vehicle Body skills and knowledge I obtained so Repair and Refinishing decided to return to the College as a Motorcycle Learning Support Technician. I’m now a Trainer Facilitator and really enjoy Maintenance and Repair providing support to students who are Automotive Vehicle James Doe hoping to progress in the industry.” Maintenance and Repair

68 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk The Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level What will I learn? 1 Diploma is available at our Paignton and • Principles of engines Newton Abbot campuses, and is delivered • Principles of brakes LIGHT VEHICLE in workshops featuring industry-standard • Principles of vehicle electrics equipment. Starting with the essential skills, MAINTENANCE you will develop your knowledge of light AND REPAIR vehicles and carry out maintenance and repair activities. This course provides you TECHNICIAN with an excellent foundation for future study or employment in the automotive industry. Level 1 Diploma

This course develops your existing What will I learn? knowledge by examining the components • Removing and replacing engine units of vehicle maintenance and repair in more LIGHT VEHICLE • Removing and replacing chassis units detail. You’ll build an advanced skill set • Removing and replacing auxiliary necessary for success in this fast-moving MAINTENANCE components and dynamic industry. This course involves AND REPAIR both practical workshop activity and theory sessions, making it the perfect course if TECHNICIAN you enjoy hands-on work and would like Level 2 Diploma to develop an advanced knowledge of the automotive industry.

This course helps you build a highly What will I learn? advanced set of skills that will enable you • Diagnosis of engine faults to succeed and excel in the automotive LIGHT VEHICLE • Diagnosis and rectification of industry. You will study the components of transmission faults vehicle maintenance in finer detail, working MAINTENANCE • Identifying motor vehicle customer with complex systems across a range of needs AND DIAGNOSTIC vehicles. You will consider diagnosis and fault-finding, as well as the appropriate REPAIR TECHNICIAN rectification of faults and maintenance Level 3 Diploma of equipment. Upon completion, you will be able to find employment in a variety of fields in the automotive industry.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk AUTOMOTIVE 69 This course is ideal if you are interested in What will I learn? automotive paint refinishing and bodywork, • Vehicle refinishing materials as you gain knowledge of refinishing VEHICLE • Vehicle paint application procedures and practise the skills needed • Basic vehicle preparation CONSTRUCTION, to prepare and paint vehicles. During this course you will utilise our specialist vehicle REPAIR AND PAINT body repair workshop and our cutting-edge laboratory facilities. As your first step PREPARATION into industry, this course builds a fantastic Level 1 Diploma foundation for future study or, potentially, an apprenticeship.

This course is the perfect progression What will I learn? from the Vehicle Paint Refinishing Level 1 • Application of primers and topcoats Diploma, as you will study what is required VEHICLE ACCIDENT • Repairing paint defects to prepare and apply paint to the high • Hand and machine polishing REPAIR AND PAINT standards required in industry today. You will be examining vehicle paint refinishing PREPARATION in finer detail and considering practical and theoretical topics that include preparing TECHNICIAN and applying foundation and topcoats, as Level 2 Diploma well as repair work and polishing.

This course is an excellent opportunity to What will I learn? build upon existing knowledge and develop • Colour matching advanced skills for work in the vehicle • Preparing metal and pre-painted paint refinishing and bodywork industry. surfaces You will study preparation and application • Working with plastic materials VEHICLE PAINT procedures across a range of surfaces and REFINISHING materials, as well as the diagnosis and rectification of paint faults. This will enable Level 3 Diploma you to work with a variety of vehicles in any kind of garage, dealership or specialist paint business upon completion.

70 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course is suitable if you wish to study What will I learn? vehicle-fitting principles in more depth. • Repairing and replacing tyres The programme looks at a full range of • Vehicle front wheel alignment vehicle-fitting procedures, and provides • Inspecting vehicle components the essential knowledge and skills VEHICLE FITTING necessary if you wish to seek employment as a vehicle fitter. This course will develop Level 2 Diploma skills employers look for in vehicle fitting technicians, and also provides an excellent foundation for studying other automotive courses at South Devon College.

This Level 3 Diploma is an ideal What will I learn? progression route after you have • Inspecting vehicles completed the Vehicle Fitting Level 2 ELECTRICAL • Installing aftermarket enhancements Diploma. This course improves your • Conducting vehicle enhancement knowledge and practical skills, as well AND MOBILE and installation as developing your employability in the ELECTRICAL vehicle fitting sector. You will study both the theoretical and practical aspects of PRINCIPLES vehicle electrics and auxiliary components Level 3 Diploma in our fully equipped automotive training centre, focusing on consultation, diagnostics, inspection and installation.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk AUTOMOTIVE 71 C R E ATE LASTING BEAUTY

WITH BEAUTY THERAPIES, MAKE-UP AND NAIL TECHNOLOGIES

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72 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 There has never been a higher demand for beauty treatments and products, with more opportunities around the world than ever before for beauty therapists.

By studying a Beauty Therapy course at you with the support you need to succeed. offers a clear progression route from trainee South Devon College, you’ll be prepared Our facilities include a fully furnished, through to owning your own salon. You could for a career in a dynamic, vibrant and specialist salon, Inspirations, which is open find yourself working in a salon or spa, on a fashionable industry that offers a huge to members of the public. The salon enables cruise ship or could even consider becoming variety of career paths. Our courses focus you to gain valuable experience in a realistic self-employed. So, if you want a revitalising on a range of specialisms, including beauty working environment, ensuring you develop career that helps people feel great about therapy, massage therapy, theatrical special the skills necessary for employment. themselves, apply today. effects and media make-up, which means Working in the beauty therapy industry that whatever your passion, we can provide requires hard work and dedication, but

“I had 3 memorable years at South Devon College and was impressed by the tutors and facilities. I now work as a beauty therapist, and supply various treatments. One day I want to manage my own spa, before giving something back by teaching I WANT TO BE A a new generation of beauty therapists.” Beauty Therapist ABBIE-LOUISE CONNOR MASSAGE THERAPIST MAKE-UP ARTIST

BEAUTY THERAPIES, MAKE-UP AND NAIL TECHNOLOGIES 73 This course aims to provide you with a What will I learn? range of essential technical and practical • Working in the beauty retail industry skills and knowledge, which will equip you • Customer service to seek employment or further training • Skincare and make-up for the retail within the beauty retail industry. Following industry BEAUTY RETAIL successful completion of this qualification you could progress to further study but Level 2 will be qualified to work in a number of employment destinations such as shops, department stores or salons.

Training as a beauty specialist at South What will I learn? Devon College could be the perfect choice • Eyelash and eyebrow treatments if you want to help people feel their best. • Providing facials During this 1-year course you will learn how • Removing hair with waxing techniques to provide treatments for clients, working in BEAUTY our specially equipped salons. This course THERAPY is a great opportunity to develop your confidence – you will need to be open and Level 2 friendly in order to relax your clients, have a caring nature and take pride in your work. If you meet the entry requirements for this course, you can enrol directly onto Level 2.

During this course you will learn how What will I learn? to use the latest technologies in order • Electrical epilation to sculpt the body, improve facial conditions • Body massage and stone therapy and perform various techniques that • Electrotherapy treatments will relax and balance your clients. You BEAUTY will develop the advanced skills that are THERAPY necessary to excel in beauty therapy, building upon the knowledge that you Level 3 have acquired. By developing a higher level of professionalism you will be prepared for employment in a range of roles in salons and spas.

74 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk An exciting career is right at your fingertips, What will I learn? so why not achieve your goals with the Nail • Nail enhancements Technology Level 2 Certificate? You will • Nail art learn both classic and creative techniques • Manicures and pedicures in nail design and application during this NAIL 1-year course, which is the perfect way to TECHNOLOGY begin your journey in this exciting career. Upon completion, you could consider a Level 2 junior position in the industry, or progress to the Nail Technology Level 3 Diploma.

The Nail Technology Level 3 Diploma What will I learn? is about more than just manicures and • Airbrush design pedicures; it is the art and science of • Nail art and 3D techniques professional nails. You will be encouraged • Gel polish design to develop your artistic ability and let your NAIL imagination run wild, whilst creating both TECHNOLOGY salon-friendly and competition nails. Upon completion, you will be well prepared to Level 3 enter employment and embark on a career with a range of opportunities.

STAFF PROFILE “I’ve seen so many talented students join us and develop their skills before going on to enjoy great success. I previously ran my own business, and worked as the Head Therapist at The Imperial Hotel in Torquay, and I really enjoy passing that experience on to our students.” Charlotte King

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk BEAUTY THERAPIES, MAKE-UP AND NAIL TECHNOLOGIES 75 If you enjoy make-up, and have a creative What will I learn? flair, then this is the perfect course to • Applying make-up start your career. You will learn how to • The art of dressing, fashion realise your artistic vision and develop and photography strong communication skills. You will use MAKE-UP • Body art design your skills to create photoshoots, and ARTISTRY gain valuable vocational and employment experience by contributing to fashion Level 2 shows and various other events.

This is an exciting 1-year course that What will I learn? explores techniques across a range of • Fashion and photographic make-up disciplines, including theatre, film, • Face and body art fashion and performance art. This course • Airbrush and media make-up develops your expertise in a variety of MAKE-UP fields, as you become skilled in using a ARTISTRY range of products and designing and creating your own work. You will participate Level 3 in production events and, upon completion, can consider progressing into employment in the make-up industry or further study at a higher level.

76 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk BEAUTY THERAPIES, MAKE-UP AND NAIL TECHNOLOGIES 77 BUILD A BETTER FUTURE

WITH BRICKWORK

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78 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk If you want a lifelong career in a thriving industry then a Brickwork course could be perfect for you.

Our enthusiastic teaching staff are not only You’ll learn the theory behind this trade, A career in bricklaying won’t just enable professionally qualified, but also have years as you become confident at calculating you to make money in an enduring trade of site experience to share with you, which materials, writing quotes, applying for that continues to grow, but will also provide will enable you to develop all of the skills jobs and producing an impressive CV. Our immense job satisfaction, working in a you need to succeed in this industry. You Construction Skills Centre is a fantastic practical industry where the things you will start with the basics of how to handle learning environment; a spacious covered build stand the test of time. So, if you want a trowel and building small sections of workshop with state-of-the-art facilities to lay the foundations for a future career wall, before progressing to cavity walls, and equipment. in construction, then these are the right blockwork and more advanced decorative courses for you. features.

APPRENTICESHIPS BUILD BRICKLAYING “I studied a Level 2 apprenticeship A BETTER FUTURE with Tucker Buildings. The skills MULTI-TRADE I developed were essential to helping CONSTRUCTION me find employment – whether that’s using mathematics to calculate storey heights, or using English to communicate I WANT TO BE A effectively with my colleagues, I have the skills to succeed in the workplace.” BUILDER LUKE JORDAN-SQUIRES STONEMASON Construction Technician BUILDING RESTORER

BRICKWORK 79 This course is the perfect opportunity to What will I learn? gain the essential skills required to join • Constructing cavity walling the construction industry, and can act as • Setting out masonry structures a great introduction to a new and exciting • Constructing block walling career path. This course is delivered at our BRICKLAYING specialist workshop facilities, where you will construct basic brickwork structures, Level 1 Diploma including blockwork and cavity walls. You will also learn how to mix mortar and concrete, as well as the theory behind the construction industry.

The Brickwork Level 2 Diploma is designed What will I learn? to develop and expand upon existing • Constructing solid walling knowledge of the trade, and can act as • Constructing masonry cladding a progression from the Level 1 Diploma. • Construction technology During this course you will learn more BRICKWORK advanced techniques, including masonry structures such as large cavity walls and Level 2 Diploma timber-frame cladding. Upon completion you will be able to consider employment in the construction industry, or progress to the Level 3 Diploma to further refine your skills.

This course is the perfect choice if you What will I learn? want to develop an advanced skill set that • Analysing the construction industry will help you not only succeed, but excel • Repairing and maintaining masonry in the construction trade. You will learn structures about the wider construction industry, and • Constructing decorative features BRICKWORK how brickwork interacts with other trades and professions, as well as constructing Level 3 Diploma more complex structures such as axed arches, chimneys and fireplaces. This will prepare you well for employment upon the completion of your studies.

80 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk BRICKWORK 81 YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS STARTS

WITH BUSINESS AND LAW

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82 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk Our courses focus on a wide variety of areas so that you can develop a broad range of skills, including administration, finance, management, marketing, law, human resource management and teamwork.

Our highly experienced staff members curriculum, ensuring that you learn skills international business. Planned upcoming have a wealth of practical business that are relevant to local industry. Business trips include Sweden, Germany and France.* experience, as well as relevant teaching Academy students have the opportunity to We have courses from Level 1 through to and professional qualifications, making work on live projects in collaboration with university-level degrees, so whether you them best placed to help you learn and local business. Furthermore, there are also want to become a sole trader in the South develop the skills you need to succeed. opportunities to participate in overseas trips Hams or get a degree that will help you join Employers throughout Torbay and South to mainland Europe to experience and learn a blue-chip multinational company, we can Devon are regularly involved with our first-hand about the cultural differences of help you achieve your goals.

“My time at the College developed essential work skills, and most importantly, developed my self-confidence. I want to one day own my own bar or nightclub using the business and management skills I developed as I I WANT TO BE A continue to progress my career.” SAMANTHA JONES Business Analyst Legal Secretary ACCOUNTANT LAWYER

*Subject to availability BUSINESS AND LAW 83 This course will provide you with an What will I learn? excellent foundation in the key elements • How and why businesses operate of business, including customer service, • Dealing with payments and business administration and retail. This • Customer service course is designed to develop employability FOUNDATION skills as well as the underpinning knowledge IN BUSINESS and understanding required to successfully run a business. There is also the opportunity Level 1 to practise and develop those skills through work experience.

This course will enable you to see where What will I learn? your main business interests lie, and to • Enterprise in the business world specialise in a career that you are passionate • Law and consumer rights about, whether it’s accounts, marketing, • Principles of marketing management or human resources. You will INTERMEDIATE learn through a variety of practical activities BUSINESS and theory sessions, and upon completion may further develop your business Level 2 knowledge by progressing to study a Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma at South Devon College, with specialist options in accounts or law.

The business element of this course What will I learn? focuses on the key business and enterprise • Business environment areas in detail, and this qualification will give • Bookkeeping and computerised you an excellent understanding of business. accounting ADVANCED Furthermore, you will also gain professional • Managing a business event BUSINESS WITH qualifications from the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), which are ACCOUNTS highly sought after by employers. This course will prepare you for progression Level 3 to an advanced or higher apprenticeship, employment or higher education at University Centre South Devon.

84 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk BUSINESS AND LAW 85 This qualification is designed for those What will I learn? wishing to progress onto university. It • Business resources will enable you to develop a high level of • Developing teams in business knowledge across a wide variety of business • Understanding business ethics EXTENDED areas. This is an intensive course that DIPLOMA IN requires a high degree of self-motivation, but is also highly rewarding. During your BUSINESS studies you will learn through practical activities and theory sessions, and will be Level 3 assessed by written assignments. Upon completion, you could consider employment or progressing to the foundation degree at University Centre South Devon.

STAFF PROFILE APPRENTICESHIPS “I studied EU Tourism and Recreation in Poland, and have 15 years’ experience Business working in business. I developed marketing strategies and staff training Administration programmes, and can now pass ACCOUNTANC Y my knowledge on to a new wave of passionate, young professionals. I love seeing our students develop and go on LEGAL to enjoy successful careers.” EXECUTIVE Karolina Nowakowska PROJECT MANAGEMENT

86 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course provides a high level of What will I learn? practical skills and knowledge to enable • Legal text processing you to seek employment in variety of office • Legal audio processing environments, in specialist areas or general • Working in a legal environment secretarial roles. You will develop technical LEGAL skills that are relevant to a range of office SECRETARY tasks, with a particular focus on the legal sector. You will learn though theoretical Level 2 and practical sessions, which will include audio typing. On completion, you can progress to further study or seek employment.

The business element of this course focuses What will I learn? on the key business and enterprise areas • Aspects of law affecting business in detail, and this qualification will give you • Legal systems and law making an excellent understanding of business. • Business skills in the legal environment ADVANCED Furthermore, you will gain professional BUSINESS WITH qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) in Legal Studies. LEGAL STUDIES This course will prepare you for progression to an advanced or higher apprenticeship, Level 3 employment or higher education, such as a foundation degree in Business and Management or Law at University Centre South Devon.

This qualification will provide you with a What will I learn? strong understanding of the law and the • Dispute solving in the legal system legal sector, as you learn through practical • Aspects of legal liability activities and theory sessions. If you are over • Unlawful homicide and police powers 18 and achieve a distinction you will then be SUBSIDIARY able to apply for the foundation degree in DIPLOMA IN LAW Law at University Centre South Devon. If you are under 18 and/or achieve a merit Level 3 or pass you will have the opportunity to study the Level 3 Business diploma before applying to progress to university-level study.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk BUSINESS AND LAW 87 CARVE OUT YOUR FUTURE

WITH CARPENTRY

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88 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk Studying carpentry and joinery is a fantastic way of learning a trade that will last you a lifetime. In our specially equipped workshop facilities, you will develop the skills you need to succeed in this constantly evolving industry.

You will begin your studies by working on You will have the opportunity to participate Some of the best site managers and an induction joint programme that has in ongoing community projects, where surveyors start in the carpentry trade, so been designed to specifically improve your you will gain valuable experience of when it comes to career opportunities, the hand skills. After you have developed the working on-site. You will also build working possibilities are endless. So, if you want essential techniques, you will undertake a relationships, teamwork skills and self- to build your future and have a successful wide range of carpentry activities, working confidence, which will prepare you well for career in construction, enrol on a carpentry on roofs, kitchens and stairs, using your future employment. course today. advanced skills and our modern machinery.

APPRENTICESHIPS Bench CARVE Carpentry “I’ve developed key skills for employment Site Carpentry OUT YOUR FUTURE and I’ve also improved my self-confidence. MULTI-TRADE I benefitted from guest speakers, who CONSTRUCTION provided a real understanding of working in the industry. I plan on becoming a fully qualified carpenter, and I am now well on my I WANT TO BE A way to achieving that thanks to my studies.” Carpenter MATT OAKELY JOINER Construction Manager Surveyor

CARPENTRY 89 The Carpentry and Joinery Level 1 Diploma What will I learn? is a varied introduction into carpentry • Woodworking joints and construction. You will hit the ground • Construction technology running with various practical tasks that • Carpentry hand and power tools will improve your basic hand skills – and CARPENTRY will participate in and run your own building AND JOINERY project during off-site community work that develops teamwork and employability skills. Level 1 Diploma Upon completion, you will be well placed to progress to Level 2 apprenticeships in bench joinery, site carpentry or maintenance operations.

This qualification is delivered in our What will I learn? specialist facilities that have all the • Structural carcassing operations resources and equipment you require to • Fixing operations gain practical experience and high-level • Maintenance to non-structural carpentry skills. You will be learning in a professional, SITE CARPENTRY hands-on environment, and will be working towards qualifications that either lead Level 2 Diploma directly into employment or prepare you for further study. We work closely with employers to ensure that the skills you learn are relevant to local industry and provide you with the best chance of progressing to an apprenticeship.

This qualification is a natural progression What will I learn? from the Site Carpentry Level 2 Diploma, • Analysing the construction industry and will develop your skills and knowledge • Operating cutting and shaping so that you can work at an advanced level machinery in industry. You will also be prepared • Erecting complex structural for higher-level qualifications that could SITE CARPENTRY components enable you to qualify as a team leader or Level 3 Diploma manager within the construction industry. Assessment for this course is by practical assignment and multiple-choice tests, and upon completion you could progress into an apprenticeship, employment or university-level study.

90 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk CARPENTRY 91 inspire THE CHILDREN OF OUR FUTURE

WITH CHILDCARE

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92 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk Working with young children leads to a rewarding and fulfilling career, and a course at South Devon College is the perfect way to equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a lasting, positive difference in someone’s life.

Our courses are delivered by professional centres. Our courses cover engaging real working environment. We also have and enthusiastic practitioners who provide themes, such as child health, theories of university-level degrees in Childcare, so a learning environment that will enable play and learning, and safeguarding. whatever your goals or ambitions are, you you to succeed. In addition to the skills you can achieve them by studying with us. To help you develop the qualities and skills develop, our Childcare courses also offer employers seek, you will undertake a recognised qualifications that will help placement that complements your studies, you to gain employment in settings such and provides valuable experience in a as nurseries, pre-schools and children’s

inspire “I chose to study here because it’s an excellent College. It’s close to home, which saves me money – not just on transport but, potentially, university fees. I was delighted to complete the Level 3 Diploma, which was thanks to the help of all the I WANT TO BE A

lecturers and staff, who provided NURSERY PRACTITIONER a fantastic amount of support.”

REBECCA NORTHWAY TEACHER SENCO Social Worker

CHILDCARE 93 STAFF PROFILE “During my career I have gained a broad range of skills relating to early years education and childcare, and I can now pass that knowledge on to new students. It’s fantastic supporting individuals with achieving their goals and helping them find employment in this rewarding industry.” Stefanie Crinks

94 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course develops your confidence What will I learn? and personal skills, as well as an • Child development, play and learning awareness of what a career in childcare • Creative activities for children involves. You will complete 3 days in • Developing your own personal skills College as you study child development, CARING FOR play and creative activities for children. CHILDREN There will be opportunities to volunteer with children and gain work experience at Level 1 Diploma the end of your course, which will prepare you for further study.

This course is designed to develop your What will I learn? skills to enable you to progress onto the • Child development and care Early Years Educator programme. You will • Introduction to forest schools INTRODUCING study child development, outdoor learning • Preparing for work and professional skills in employment, CARING FOR studying for 3 days each week in College. CHILDREN AND There will also be an option to apply your knowledge in a work placement for 1–2 YOUNG PEOPLE days per week. The course is designed to enhance employability in early years, and Level 2 will also help you achieve the essential English and maths skills that are required in the industry.

This course is suitable for people who have What will I learn? a passion for working with children and • Children’s health and wellbeing aspire to work at an unsupervised level. • Supporting children with additional You will be based in College for 3 days a needs CHILDCARE AND week with a placement for 2 days a week • Child development in an early years setting, where you apply EDUCATION your knowledge of theories relating to child Level 3 Diploma development and educational practice. Upon completion, you could consider (Early Years Educator) employment or apply to the Early Years Care and Education foundation degreee at the College.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk CHILDCARE 95 CRACKTHECODE

WITH COMPUTING AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

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96 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Studying Computing and Digital Technologies is all about working with modern equipment to build an exciting future. You’ll have access to the latest technology, which creates the most dynamic and engaging learning environment.

You will become familiar with programming you will be able to progress seamlessly you can achieve them with us. Our students languages such as VB.Net, Java, C#, into the computing industry. All of our leave College with the skills necessary C++ and Python, producing programs for courses are supported by our passionate to gain employment in a wide range of Android, Windows and Linux. This will and experienced teaching staff. We offer areas, and past students have gone on to prepare you for employment working courses starting at Level 1 and progressing work in network management, website with a comprehensive range of systems. all the way through to university-level development, software engineering and As a College, we invest in staying current study with our Foundation Degree in systems support. so that when you complete your studies Computing, so whatever your goals are,

APPRENTICESHIPS

“I really enjoyed my time at the College, and made some great friends COMPUTING whilst studying locally. One of my greatest achievements was gaining a distinction grade in both my Level 2 and 3 courses, and the skills I gained I WANT TO BE A enabled me to progress onto the Computing Foundation Degree.” GAMES DEVELOPER LUKE SITANSKI Systems Support Technician WEB DEVELOPER

COMPUTING AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES 97 This is a broad course that considers What will I learn? elements of both hardware and software. • Basic website creation It provides the perfect introduction to • Setting up an IT system the world of computing and forms a • Database development solid foundation for future study. Upon COMPUTING completion, you could progress to a Level AND DIGITAL 2 Computing course, where you can decide which area you would like to specialise in, Level 1 based on your experiences at Level 1.

This diploma could be perfect for you if What will I learn? you are interested in studying a broad • Programming fundamentals range of computing areas. This course is • Website fundamentals great as an introduction to computing or • Networking principles as a progression pathway from our Level 1 COMPUTING computing course. This course will develop TECHNOLOGIES your knowledge and practical applications of computing and prepare you for Level 2 progression to a Level 3 Computing course. You will be introduced to topics such as computer networking, systems architecture and learning how to create websites and computer software applications.

This course is a great opportunity to What will I learn? develop your understanding of software • Advanced mobile app development development, providing you with a • Developing computer games COMPUTING comprehensive range of skills. You will learn • Scripting for the web how to use programming development TECHNOLOGIES environments to create websites with (SOFTWARE client and server technologies, and create computer games for desktop and mobile DEVELOPMENT) platforms. You will use programming languages such as VB.Net, Java, C#, C++ Level 3 and Python to produce programs for Windows, Android and Linux. This course is designed for natural progression to a degree.

98 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course provides advanced knowledge What will I learn? of computer hardware and network • Hardware and networking fundamentals systems, enabling you to excel in the • IT systems troubleshooting COMPUTING industry. You will learn how to implement • Cyber security essentials and manage networks, whilst gaining TECHNOLOGIES knowledge of Cisco systems and virtualised (HARDWARE AND servers. You will study the principles of programming, enabling you to develop SYSTEMS) automated systems with the Raspberry Pi and mbed microprocessors. This course is Level 3 designed for natural progression to a degree.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk COMPUTING AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES 99 BREAK INTO CONSTRUCTION

WITH CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

sdc.careers/construction

100 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 New technology is changing the face of construction. There’s never been a better time to develop the skills that could see you managing in one of the most innovative and dynamic industries in the UK.

The country is committing to investing in and prepare you for management positions Early adopters of the new technologies infrastructure and waste management, across a variety of trades and professions. involved in construction planning and with sustainability essential to every new We also have a natural progression route operations will be in prime position to take project. By studying with us you’ll have through to university-level study, which advantage of the exciting opportunities that access to exceptional teaching facilities and means that you can gain the high-level lie ahead in the industry. So, take the first experienced professionals who can give skills you need to excel at the top of this step to a lifelong career by applying today. you an insight into this rewarding industry profession.

This course is perfect if you are considering What will I learn? one of the many technical, design or • Sustainable construction professional careers in construction. You • Science and materials used in will develop an understanding of the extent construction CONSTRUCTION and significance of the built environment • Mathematics in construction AND THE BUILT and what shapes, develops and influences it. Upon completion, you could progress ENVIRONMENT into employment, or consider further study at University Centre South Devon, either Level 3 Diploma (90 Credits) on a foundation degree or Higher National Certificate.

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Quantity Surveyor CONSTRUCTION MANAGER ARCHITECT

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 101 FIND YOUR VISION

WITH CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA

sdc.careers/creative

102 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 The media is an integral part of modern life; it influences everything we see, shapes meaning and defines us. That’s why a career in media means a variety of opportunities in exciting industries that continue to grow and evolve.

Studying with South Devon College is into an effective media professional. Apple Mac editing and special-effects the perfect start to your exciting career You will also gain experience using software. This means, whatever your area in this rewarding cultural industry. You industry-standard equipment in an of interest and career path you wish to will learn from our experienced staff, who unrivalled learning environment. We have follow, we have the tools and expertise have worked across all sectors of the editing suites for film making, darkrooms to help you succeed in your journey, and media, including film making, directing and photography studios, state-of-the- begin a wonderful career that could take and photography. This means they can art technical film equipment, recording you anywhere. help nurture your skills and develop you studios, industry-standard cameras and

APPRENTICESHIPS C RE ATIVE DIGITAL VISION “I really enjoyed all of the activities during my course, including making MEDIA short films from our own scripts. It was an excellent experience that helped me progress to a BA (Hons) in Film and I WANT TO BE A Screen at the University of Brighton.”

SAFFRON COBB PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Graphic Designer FILM MAKER GAME DEVELOPER

CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA 103 This course includes a wide range of What will I learn? computer-based skills, and acts as a • Animation stepping stone to the more advanced • Games design Level 3 courses. You will learn a variety • Digital graphics of technical and creative skills that are CREATIVE essential in this exciting industry, including COMPUTING digital image making, games development, animation and graphics. You will also Level 2 Diploma gain experience using professional-level equipment to prepare you for future employment.

The Media Level 2 Diploma is perfect What will I learn? preparation for future study on our more • Digital image making advanced courses. The course focuses on • Advertising a broad range of topics that feature in the • Editing media, including film making, advertising MEDIA and photography. You will develop practical skills, whilst learning the supporting theory Level 2 Diploma that underpins being an effective media practitioner, as you are introduced to using industry-standard equipment and software.

104 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course is equivalent to 3 A Levels. What will I learn? It has an emphasis on problem-solving • Journalism and creative writing using creative ideas, and will acquaint you • Film and photography with utilising a wide variety of industry • Digital graphics skills. The course covers a broad range of CREATIVE MEDIA media applications, and includes a series of coursework assignments. You will work in Level 3 Extended Diploma our Apple Mac suites, using professional- level software and media equipment to refine your skills as a media professional.

This course is the equivalent of 3 A Levels. What will I learn? The Film and Television Level 3 Extended • Film production and camera skills Diploma is an advanced course that focuses • Scriptwriting on film production. You will learn skills • Moving-image analysis such as planning, scriptwriting, filming and FILM AND editing, enabling you to experience the broad TELEVISION range of opportunities this industry can offer. This course features plenty of creative Level 3 Extended Diploma production, and as such you will work in our Apple Mac suites and become adept using industry-standard equipment and software.

This course is the equivalent of 3 A Levels. What will I learn? This advanced course focuses on a wide • 2D and 3D animation range of computer-based media skills, • 3D modelling and motion graphics preparing you for a career in this rapidly • Gaming engines and development GAMES AND growing industry and leading to game and INTERACTIVE web design roles. You will be introduced to a range of exciting, industry-standard MEDIA software, and will learn through both practical activity and theory sessions, Level 3 Extended Diploma completing assignments based on realistic workplace scenarios.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA 105 put the spark into YOUR FUTURE

WITH ELECTRICALCREATIVE DIGITAL INSTALLATION MEDIA

sdc.careers/electrical

106 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk Studying Electrical Installation at South Devon College is the perfect way to begin your training in this exciting and varied career, by working with evolving technologies in a trade that will stretch your practical skills and challenge you.

Whether you want to work in the classrooms, where you will be taught by You will have the opportunity to gain work commercial and industrial sectors or qualified and enthusiastic members of experience and be involved in community concentrate solely in the domestic field, staff, who all bring their unique industry projects, which will look great on your CV. our courses cover the diverse electrical perspective to your learning. You will be We have everything in place to help you find spectrum in its entirety, incorporating some studying for your electrical qualifications employment when you leave us, so don’t of the most up-to-date eco-technologies in an environment that encourages you to miss this opportunity and apply today. available. Your interest will be sparked succeed and develop as a professional. by our fully equipped workshops and

“My courses in electrical installation provided me with all of the knowledge YOUR FUTURE I needed to find employment as an electrician. I now work as an apprentice electrician, where the skills I gained are used on a daily basis. It’s a varied I WANT TO BE A and interesting job, and I’m really looking forward to progressing in industry.” Site Supervisor ALICIA HATCH ELECTRICAL ENGINEER SERVICE MANAGER

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 107 The Electrical Installation Level 1 Diploma What will I learn? is the perfect course for developing essential • Environmental awareness skills that will form the foundation of your • Installation methods learning. You will learn about electrical • Electrical science, principles and science and the key principles in the technology ELECTRICAL industry, before applying this knowledge in INSTALLATION practical sessions. Upon completion, you can progress to the Level 2 Diploma, or Level 1 Diploma consider entering employment.

This course is designed to develop your What will I learn? skills, helping you progress and learn at a • Electrical theory and technologies more advanced level. You will begin using • Electrical installation methods power tools that will enable you to install a • Practical installation methods variety of electrical circuits. The Electrical ELECTRICAL Installation Level 2 Diploma can be used INSTALLATION as part of an NVQ Level 3 qualification if suitable employment is found within the Level 2 Diploma electrical industry.

This course is perfect for developing highly What will I learn? advanced skills that will enable you to • Environmental technologies excel in the future. You will look at scientific • Fault diagnosis aspects of the trade in more detail and • Electrical installation inspection consider a full range of inspection and ELECTRICAL testing techniques. This course can be used INSTALLATION as part of an NVQ Level 3 qualification alongside suitable employment. Upon Level 3 Diploma completion, you will be able to enter employment in a variety of roles and professions.

108 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk STAFF PROFILE APPRENTICESHIPS “I began my career as an apprentice, before becoming self-employed and running my own company for 5 years. I then decided to return to College to teach, and I’m still learning new skills ELECTRICAL that help me pass on my expertise more effectively. There’s nothing more INSTALLATION satisfying than influencing a person’s life for the better, and laying the foundations Spencer Brown to their future.”

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 109 GET A CUT ABOVE WITH HAIRDRESSING

sdc.careers/hairdressing

110 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk A career in hairdressing means meeting interesting people every day and using your creative flair to inspire them and help them feel their best.

Our courses cater to all levels of experience, which is open to the public. This provides you experience of leading professionals as so whatever your goals, you can achieve with fantastic experience of working in a live you develop into a skilled hairdresser them with the College. After completing environment, as you deal with clients on a and look forward to a successful career your studies you will have developed the regular basis. You will be supported by our in this dynamic profession. expertise to not only work in a salon, but to enthusiastic and dedicated staff, who have a consider one day running your own business. wealth of industry experience. You will learn One of the key benefits of studying at South the latest trends and techniques and be able Devon College is working in our fully- to transition effectively into employment. equipped hairdressing salon, Inspirations, You will benefit from the knowledge and

“I studied Hairdressing at the College and gained important skills that helped me find employment. I already have a small selection of clients and have plenty of experience. I’m looking forward to developing my skills I WANT TO BE A further and building a regular client base.” KAYLEIGH BARKER HAIRDRESSER STYLIST Salon Owner

HAIRDRESSING 111 112 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course provides you with the essential What will I learn? knowledge and skills that will help build • Shampooing and conditioning confidence when you first enter the • The art of dressing hair hairdressing industry. By studying with • Plaiting and twisting South Devon College you will be taught FOUNDATION by our extremely knowledgeable and professional team, who will support you LEVEL in providing hairdressing services to members of the public within a specialised training environment. Upon completion, you will have an excellent foundation for an apprenticeship or further study.

This exciting course is a great way of What will I learn? developing your existing knowledge and • Styling gaining the skills needed to embark on your • Cutting hair CUTTING career within hairdressing. You will learn • Client care cutting and styling skills, as you work on AND STYLING real clients within our busy commercial TECHNICAL salon. You will attend the College for 3 days a week and complete mandatory CERTIFICATE work experience for 1 day a week. Year 1

During this course you will focus on the What will I learn? latest styles using advanced techniques, • Hair colour studying areas such as creative colouring. • Creative styling A salon placement is a mandatory part • Client care COLOURING of the course for you to attend one day a TECHNICAL week, and you will be continually assessed during your 3 days at the College. Upon CERTIFICATE completion, you will have a varied skill set that will allow you to work as a stylist in any Year 2 area of this industry, and to an exceptional standard. You could also progress to a Level 3 apprenticeship.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk HAIRDRESSING 113 MAKE A DIFFERENCE

WITH HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

sdc.careers/healthcare

114 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Are you looking for a career that is rewarding and allows you to help and support others? If so, a Health and Social Care course could be perfect for you, and will help start your career in a growing industry with a variety of pathways.

Our wide range of Health and Social All of our courses provide you with the We have a state-of-the-art practical skills Care programmes will enable you to opportunity of a vocational placement centre to support learning in a variety of take the first step in your future career, within the local area. These placements areas, as well as equipment that develops whether you are interested in a clinical support you with the practical aspect the skills necessary for working in a pathway such as nursing, midwifery of your course, developing excellent clinical environment such as a hospital, or or as an assistant practitioner, or in a employability skills. You will be taught in the community within the social sector. social care pathway such as social by a team of qualified staff with years and support work. of professional experience.

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HE ALTH AND “I enjoyed my time at the College – SOCIAL CARE it was a great and eventful 3 years. I gained valuable knowledge and met some fantastic people. I loved progressing through the levels and I WANT TO BE A I’m excited to begin my career.” IMMARN MILES NURSE SUPPORT WORKER Midwife HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE 115 116 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This 1-year course has been designed as an What will I learn? introduction to working in health and social • Health needs care. If you want to help people, but are not • Personal care sure what you would like to specialise in, this • The role of the carer is the course for you. During the course you HEALTH AND will undertake taught lessons and practical SOCIAL CARE sessions and your learning will be assessed in a number of ways, including through Level 1 written work, posters and presentations.

This is a 1-year course designed to develop What will I learn? your knowledge and skills for a career in the health and social care sector. You will • Human development attend the College for 3 days a week whilst • Healthy living gaining valuable practical experience during • Individual rights HEALTH AND a vocational placement in the local area, • Health promotion SOCIAL CARE which gives you an insight into the industry. Level 2

This 2-year programme is designed to What will I learn? develop your knowledge and skills in relation • Safeguarding to working in the health and social care • Health education sector. You will complete approximately • Anatomy and physiology 400 work placement hours to enhance • Psychology HEALTH AND your employment prospects or university SOCIAL CARE application. You may also have the opportunity to apply to the local hospital Level 3 Extended Diploma to complete part of your placement.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE 117 DISCOVER THE WORLD OF TOMORROW

WITH HI-TECH ENGINEERING IN ELECTRONICS AND MANUFACTURING

sdc.careers/engineering

118 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Studying Hi-Tech Engineering and Electronics is the perfect preparation for an exciting career, where you will create innovative systems, products and technologies that help industry and could even change the world.

Our accomplished staff members have computer numerical control (CNC) and work with technologies that you years of experience across a range of systems and even precision machining. will use in your future career, ensuring specialisms, including mechanical and You will have the opportunity to attend a smooth transition from your studies electrical/electronic sectors. As experts on-site visits to local hi-tech companies to employment. Our goal is to develop in their field, they can pass their extensive and gain valuable work experience within your raw talent and turn you into an knowledge on to you in areas such as: the industry. All of our facilities feature enthusiastic, highly skilled professional, 3D printing, programming logical controls state-of-the-art equipment. This ensures enabling you to enjoy a long and (PLC), computer-aided design (CAD), you learn in the best possible environment successful career in this dynamic industry.

APPRENTICESHIPS Hi-Tech Electronic Engineering “The project work allows me to build MECHANICAL and design my own pieces – I really ENGINEERING enjoy the practical tasks. Everyone is UTILITIES ENGINEERING really friendly and the staff are very supportive. It’s a really great course, I’ve gained valuable skills and feel like I WANT TO BE A I’m able to express myself.” MECHANICAL OLIVER DESCHAMPS ENGINEER Electronic Engineer AEROSPACE ENGINEER

HI-TECH ENGINEERING IN ELECTRONICS AND MANUFACTURING 119 The Engineering Diploma course at What will I learn? Level 1 is ideal if you are considering a • Carrying out basic fitting techniques career in engineering. The course will • Carrying out basic machining techniques provide you with a basic understanding of • Demonstrating and interpreting engineering principles. You will undertake engineering drawings ENGINEERING a broad range of subjects, engage in practical activities in a real-life engineering Level 1 Diploma workshop, and learn how to use precision measuring equipment.

This course covers the fundamental skills What will I learn? that are common in engineering practices, • Ferrous and non-ferrous metals giving you experience with the latest • Using precision equipment technology currently used in industry. • Heat treatment processes HI-TECH You will be assessed by completing both ENGINEERING AND written tasks and practical assignments. Upon completion you could progress into TECHNOLOGY employment as an apprentice, or continue your studies on a Level 3 course. Level 2 Diploma (EAL)

120 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk You will study a range of electronic and What will I learn? mechanical subjects as a platform for • Programmable logical control gaining an understanding of engineering in programming (PLCs) electronics and automation. You will work • Automation and electronics ENGINEERING on exciting practical assessments which • Electronic principles IN ELECTRONICS will include PLC programming, electronic principles and other exciting practical AND AUTOMATION projects focused on areas within electronics and automation. Upon completion, you can Level 3 consider employment or progress onto the FdSc Electronics and Robotic Control Engineering Degree at University Centre South Devon.

You will study a range of mechanical What will I learn? and electronic subjects as a platform for • CNC programming gaining an understanding of engineering in • CAD/SolidWorks design mechanical engineering and design. You • Mechanical principles ENGINEERING will work on exciting practical assessments IN DESIGN AND which will include CNC programming, mechanical principles, CAD design and MANUFACTURING other exciting practical projects focused on areas in design and manufacturing. Upon Level 3 completion, you can consider employment or progress onto the FdSc Manufacturing and Mechatronic Engineering at University Centre South Devon.

This is the perfect course for refining the What will I learn? skills and knowledge you have acquired, • Computer-aided design (CAD) covering a diverse range of topics in the • Engineering design exciting world of engineering. You will • Measurement and inspection ADVANCED develop advanced machining skills and ENGINEERING AND look at essential topics in the industry. This course can help you progress to an TECHNOLOGY advanced level of practical engineering, and will prepare you well for employment Level 3 Diploma (EAL) or an apprenticeship with a suitable employer.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk HI-TECH ENGINEERING IN ELECTRONICS AND MANUFACTURING 121 plant the seeds FOR YOUR FUTURE

WITH HORTICULTURE

sdc.careers/horticulture

122 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 If you want to work in the great outdoors, we have courses that will develop the skills you need to succeed in this rewarding career.

We take great pride in our facilities You will have the opportunity to way through to university-level study and resources, including gardens for participate in a range of trips during at University Centre South Devon. You horticultural study and a conservation your course, including to the Eden will finish your studies with all the skills area. We deliver horticulture in Project or National Trust gardens, which necessary to gain employment. Past partnership with Occombe Farm and will enhance your experience and give students have entered the industry as much of the practical work takes place you a more in-depth understanding of head gardeners, conservationists, estate in their market garden. All of our courses the range of careers available in the workers and rangers, so you will have are assessed through a combination of land-based sector. We also offer a plenty of opportunities to embark on an practical and written assignments. number of related degrees, which exciting career, with lots of horticultural means that you can progress all the apprenticeships available in the industry.

APPRENTICESHIPS plant the seeds “Having seen the facilities and met Horticulture with the team, I was really excited to start my course. I’ve learnt so much in my time here, using specialist equipment and creating and maintaining our own garden. I can’t wait to progress and take I WANT TO BE A my skills into employment.” Conservation JAMIE WILLIAMS officer Landscape Gardener OUTDOOR GUIDE ECOLOGIST

HORTICULTURE 123 STAFF PROFILE “I’ve taught at the College for many years, and it’s a great pleasure to pass on my experience to new students. I have previously worked as a garden designer, allotment officer and a market gardener. It’s a privilege to see students grow and get excited about nurturing new life; I never tire of seeing them develop into skilled practitioners ready Lorraine Shears for employment.”

124 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course is perfect if you want to What will I learn? gain experience in the land-based sector. • Sowing and harvesting You will develop a range of skills that can • Growing and caring for plants nurture a natural interest in gardening • Identifying plants and prepare you for a career in this HORTICULTURE rewarding industry. You will learn through practical activity and taught lessons. Upon Level 1 Diploma completion, you can progress to the Level 2 Diploma or, alternatively, consider an apprenticeship in the horticulture industry.

The Horticulture Level 2 Diploma develops What will I learn? your existing skills, giving you a broad range • Organic production of knowledge relating to the growth of • Maintaining indoor and outdoor plants plants and how they can benefit us. You • Plant science will also gain an understanding of plant HORTICULTURE science, enabling you to relate the biology of plants to horticultural techniques. Upon Level 2 Diploma completion, you will be able to consider employment in the industry, or progress to further study.

This qualification is ideal if you want to What will I learn? develop your horticulture skills to become • Plant and soil science a more senior professional or manager • Organic production working in gardening or groundskeeping. • Interior and external plant displays You will develop an in-depth insight into • Garden design HORTICULTURE the techniques and science of horticulture. You will cover propagation, creating plant Level 3 Advanced displays and maintaining different types of Technical Certificate turf, and will undertake a work placement to develop practical experience.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk HORTICULTURE 125 FIND THE RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

WITH HOSPITALITY AND CATERING

sdc.careers/hospitality

126 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 A career in hospitality could take you anywhere in the world, with sectors as varied as hotels, restaurants, cruise ships and contract catering.

This industry has a vast range of different The industry rewards hard-working cooking ability with recipes from around the job roles, meaning you will have every and dedicated students with excellent world, or showcase your customer service opportunity to find a specialism that opportunities to progress, and could and management skills. You will learn and interests you and begin a fulfilling and potentially take you across the globe. So, work in our commercially-run Horizons dynamic career. You could find yourself if you have the energy and enthusiasm, we restaurant, which is always popular with working as a chef, waiter or waitress, can give you all the knowledge and skills guests and provides fantastic experience events co-ordinator or even as a manager. to succeed in this exciting career. You will of a real working environment, as well as This is an industry with a unique working benefit from the expertise of our tutors, with the Mitch Tonks Seafood Academy. environment, and as a public-facing sector, all of whom have years of professional it offers a sociable and varied working life. experience, as you demonstrate your

APPRENTICESHIPS

Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Front of House “I studied professional cookery at the Reception College, and was nominated for a trial at COMMIS CHEF Mitch Tonks’ Seahorse restaurant. I’m now Professional Cookery an apprentice chef there, and I’m looking forward to learning from my employer I WANT TO BE A and following in his footsteps.” MATTHEW REDCLIFT CHEF WAITER OR WAITRESS Front-of-House Confectioner

HOSPITALITY AND CATERING 127 During this course you will develop a What will I learn? fantastic foundation for future study • Table and tray service and employment, as you gain the skills, • Hot and cold drinks service CUSTOMER techniques and personal qualities essential • Dealing with customers and enquiries for a successful career. You will be taught SERVICE FOR practical skills in our training kitchens and HOSPITALITY restaurant, with lessons involving theory and practical demonstration, as well as INDUSTRIES featuring guest chefs and speakers. You will also have the opportunity to participate Level 1 in industry visits and work experience placements to enhance your learning.

If you want a career in hospitality and What will I learn? catering, and would like to train in preparing • Baking, roasting, grilling and frying and cooking food, then this is the course • Boiling, poaching, steaming, stewing CULINARY for you. You will develop practical skills and braising and knowledge, gaining key employability SKILLS FOR skills relating to the industry. This will be PROFESSIONAL enhanced by a work experience placement. Upon completion, you could progress to COOKERY further studies or seek an apprenticeship or full-time employment. Level 1

128 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk If you wish to develop your existing skills What will I learn? and knowledge at a higher level, then this • Working in a hospitality team is the course for you. This programme • Food and beverage service introduces more in-depth study of key • Preparing meat and poultry dishes HOSPITALITY/ skills, such as preparation and restaurant • Developing customer service skills FOOD & BEVERAGE operations and workplace skills, and will include a work experience placement. SERVICE This course will enable you to consider progression into an apprenticeship, Level Level 2 3 Hospitality Supervision or full-time employment.

During this course you will gain professional What will I learn? skills and knowledge that will help you • Dessert preparation and patisserie skills secure employment as a pastry chef • Menu costing and budgets or confectioner. You will learn practical • Biscuits, cakes and sponge products patisserie skills, as well as work-based PATISSERIE AND skills such as health and food safety, CONFECTIONERY costings, menu planning and researching healthier foods. This qualification is Level 2 assessed by assignment, practical skills tests and theory tests, and will include a work experience placement.

If you want to further develop your What will I learn? professional chef skills then this is the • A range of food preparation skills course for you. You will develop practical and methods skills and knowledge, gaining key • Planning and costings menus DIPLOMA IN employability skills relating to the industry. PROFESSIONAL This will be enhanced by a work experience placement. Upon completion, you could COOKERY progress to further studies or seek an apprenticeship or full-time employment. Level 2

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk HOSPITALITY AND CATERING 129 During this course you will gain professional What will I learn? skills and knowledge that will help you • Advanced dessert preparation and secure employment as a pastry chef patisserie skills or confectioner. You will learn practical • Advanced menu costing and budgets patisserie skills, as well as work-based • Advanced biscuits, cakes and sponge PATISSERIE AND skills such as health and food safety, products CONFECTIONERY costings, menu planning and researching healthier foods. This qualification is Level 3 assessed by assignment, practical skills tests and theory tests, and will include a work experience placement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop What will I learn? the advanced skills that will prepare you for • Patisserie, confectionery and desserts a successful career in this sector. As a part • Preparing meat, poultry and seafood of the Mitch Tonks Seafood Academy, you will gain professional craft skills, learning PROFESSIONAL from acclaimed experts whilst developing CHEF as a practitioner during a work experience placement. Upon completion, you may Level 3 be able to progress to further study or find employment on an apprenticeship programme.

If you have achieved a Level 3 qualification What will I learn? in this subject area or have the relevant • Supervising food and beverage service experience then this is the course for you. • Managing a team This programme introduces more in-depth • Organising events HOSPITALITY study of key skills, such as preparation • Financial reconciliation SUPERVISION/ and restaurant operations and workplace skills, and will include a work experience MANAGEMENT placement. This course will enable you to consider progression into an apprenticeship, Level 3 or full-time employment.

130 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk HOSPITALITY AND CATERING 131 NAVIGATE YOUR WAY INTO THE MARINE INDUSTRY

WITH MARINE

sdc.careers/marine

132 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 If you want to get out on the water, or have an interest in the marine environment, then look no further than a course with us.

Based on the banks of the River Dart, the ensuring you get the most out of our unique, regarded professional bodies ensure our Dart Marine Academy is the only place to specialist resources. The Academy is curriculum remains responsive to national consider for marine training and education. located within a fully operational boatyard, trends. This will open up even more We offer a wide range of courses that will exposing you to the full range of career opportunities for you in the marine industry, develop all of the skills you require for pathways within this diverse sector. We are and enable you to begin a career in this employment. You will be supported by also a member of British Marine, as well as dynamic and rewarding sector. our fully qualified staff, all of whom have a recognised Royal Yachting Association years of industry and academic experience, (RYA) Training Centre. Our links with highly

APPRENTICESHIPS NAVIGATE YOUR WAY MARITIME SKILLS “My goal is to become a marine MARINAS AND BOATYARDS engineer, and my course has improved Boat building my career prospects as well as providing Marine Engineering many memorable experiences. I’ve driven a powerboat and worked on the engine of Aspiration, the College’s 38ft yacht, I WANT TO BE A amongst many others; all great experience for employment.” Marine Engineer

LEANNE COLE BOAT BUILDER Naval Architect BERTHING MASTER yacht skipper

MARINE 133 This course is the perfect introduction to the What will I learn? marine sector, enabling you to identify the areas that interest you most in this dynamic • Vessel navigation industry. You will be assessed by practical • Maritime careers tasks, delivered both on and off the water, • Mooring and securing vessels EXPLORING utilising a range of vessels and equipment MARITIME SKILLS in our workshop, as well as through the production of an evidence-based portfolio. Level 1 Certificate Upon completion, you could progress to either of our Level 2 qualifications to refine your skills and knowledge.

This qualification combines marine What will I learn? engineering with a boat building pathway • Marine technology which will provide you with strong • Installation and fitting out boats knowledge of the varied components that • Production of hulls and boats make up the structure of boats, developing BOAT BUILDING the skills necessary for their successful MAINTENANCE production. You will focus on a variety of techniques to ensure you become a Level 2 Certificate skilled professional, including cutting out, assembling and finishing the elements that make up a boat. Upon completion, you can progress to an apprenticeship or the Level 3 Marine Engineering course.

This is a full-time qualification delivered What will I learn? over 3 days a week. You will study a variety • Moving and storing boats ashore of units that are contextualised towards • Working safely at height marine engineering and boat building. You • Providing a fuel service for yachts will develop theoretical knowledge whilst and boats MARINAS AND working on practical marine projects in BOATYARDS our specialist facilities. You will also have the opportunity to gain RYA qualifications Level 2 Diploma alongside the course, and upon completion, can consider progression to employment or university-level study.

134 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk MARINE 135 136 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This is the ideal course if you wish to pursue What will I learn? a career in marine engineering, as you begin • Mechanical devices and equipment by learning the essential skills to form the • Marine technical information foundation for a successful career in this • Wiring and testing electrical equipment dynamic and exciting industry. You will be MARINE assessed by completing a range of practical ENGINEERING tasks and producing a portfolio of evidence. Upon successful completion, you can Level 2 Certificate progress to an apprenticeship or the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Marine Engineering.

This course is the ideal progression What will I learn? route if you have completed the Level 2 • Engineering mathematics Certificate. You will begin by developing • Mechanical structures and dynamics your mathematical ability to handle a wide • Engineering design MARINE range of marine engineering technologies. Assessments consist of practical tasks that ENGINEERING are evidenced by a portfolio, with teaching Level 3 Advanced Technical delivered in both our specialist classrooms and workshops featuring the latest Diploma equipment. Upon successful completion you can progress onto our FdSc Marine Technologies, FdSc Yacht Operations, an apprenticeship or employment.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk MARINE 137 GET INTO GEAR

WITH MOTORCYCLE

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138 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 If you want to work in the automotive industry, and have a particular interest in working with motorcycles, then our courses are exactly what you need to break into this dynamic career with endless possibilities.

You will begin by learning the essential experts, including main dealerships such as motorcycle maintenance and activity, with skills that will provide a foundation for Harley Davidson and businesses including fully equipped, state-of-the-art facilities at your future studies and career. You will PGH Motorcycles. To enhance your learning your disposal. The popularity of motorbikes be guided in your journey by our highly you will also have the opportunity to attend across the globe means that this career experienced staff, who all bring years of events such as the BMAD Bike Show or could take you anywhere, so start your industry experience to their roles. You will visit the National Motorcycle Museum. We journey by applying today. have access to local automotive sector have workshops suitable for all kinds of GET INTO

GEAR “I progressed through the levels and I’m now a Level 2 apprentice. It’s been a great opportunity to learn new skills and gain workplace experience. Thanks to my training and my apprenticeship I WANT TO BE A I’m looking forward to beginning a career as a motorcycle mechanic.” Motorsport Engineer JOHN JONES MOTORCYCLE MOT TESTER VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

MOTORCYCLE 139 STAFF PROFILE APPRENTICESHIPS “I have over 20 years of automotive industry experience, including running a successful business. The motorcycle facility at South Devon College is well Motorcycle equipped to deliver industry standard IMI and City & Guilds qualifications. Our objective is to make you employable Maintenance and we do that by delivering quality education and embracing the South and Repair Steve Scagell Devon College values.”

140 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk Starting with essential skills, this course What will I learn? provides a great introduction to the • Motorcycle maintenance processes industry and develops your knowledge of • Electrical skills motorcycles, allowing you to practise the • Principles of engines, tyres and brakes skills required to carry out maintenance MOTORCYCLE and repair activities. You will also have MAINTENANCE the opportunity to develop your literacy, numeracy and employability skills. Upon Level 1 Diploma completion, you could progress to the Level 2 Diploma, or consider employment.

This course is the perfect progression What will I learn? from the Level 1 Diploma; however, you • Routine vehicle maintenance could also begin your motorcycle training • Removing and replacing engine units at this level if you hold the correct entry • Removing and replacing chassis units requirements. This programme looks at the MOTORCYCLE maintenance and repair activities associated MAINTENANCE with motorcycles in more depth. Following successful completion, you could progress Level 2 Diploma to employment or an apprenticeship with a suitable employer, or refine your skills further on the Level 3 Diploma.

This course is the perfect choice if you What will I learn? want to develop the advanced skills that will enable you to excel in the motorcycle • Diagnosing engine and component faults industry, and is an ideal progression from the • Rectifying chassis faults Level 2 Diploma. You will develop diagnostic • Customer service and handling MOTORCYCLE skills across a range of systems related MAINTENANCE to motorcycles. Upon completion, you can progress to an apprenticeship with a suitable Level 3 Diploma employer, or seek employment with your broad and transferable skill set.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk MOTORCYCLE 141 HIT THE RIGHT NOTE

WITH MUSIC

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142 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For some, music is more than just a passing interest; it’s a passion that defines us. If that sounds like you, then a music course with us will enable you to turn that enthusiasm into a career that will last a lifetime.

Our team of creative and dedicated staff equipment and fully operational recording provides the practical experience that will have years of industry experience, working and rehearsal studios, all designed to enable you to enter employment when you in areas ranging from performance to provide you with the opportunity to study in complete your studies with us. So, whether technical production. This means they can a professional environment. We are regularly you want to work in performance, post- help you apply your raw talent and begin involved with the latest music venues in production or audio technology, study with a successful career in this vibrant cultural Torbay, such as the Attic, and participate us and see your dreams become a reality. industry. We have state-of-the-art sound in various local festivals and events. This

“The lecturers were very helpful and I made lots of friends, including some great industry contacts. I even found my first paid DJ set thanks to the course, and went on to become a successful DJ and enjoyed chart I WANT TO BE A success in the United States.” JUSTIN TURNER Sound Engineer Musician SONGWRITER Production Assistant

MUSIC 143 This Level 2 Diploma is a 1-year course What will I learn? that is equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grade C or above, and has been designed to prepare you • Music performance for higher-level study. The course covers • Recording both the performance and technical side • Mixing sound of music, allowing you to develop a broad MUSIC range of skills as you grow in confidence. Level 2 Diploma You will develop your own musical style and an understanding of the music industry, becoming familiar with specialist software in a professional environment.

This is an advanced course, which is What will I learn? equivalent to 3 A Levels. The Music • Songwriting and performance Performance Level 3 Extended Diploma • Studio recording develops a wide range of music-related • The music business skills, preparing you for live performance in a MUSIC professional context. You will learn technical PERFORMANCE and creative skills such as musicianship, songwriting, composition and recording. Level 3 Extended Diploma There is an emphasis on creative production, utilising our industry-standard equipment.

The Music Technology Level 3 Extended What will I learn? Diploma is an advanced course, equivalent • Recording and mixing sound to 3 A Levels. This course focuses more • Sound sequencing and composing on the technical creation of sound, using • The music business industry-standard software and equipment MUSIC to create and mix soundtracks, whilst TECHNOLOGY learning how to record and sequence live sound. You will develop a broad range of Level 3 Extended Diploma music-related skills that will prepare you for employment or future study.

144 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk MUSIC 145 COLOUR YOUR WORLD

WITH PAINTING AND DECORATING

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146 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Our courses develop the skills you need–not just for this varied trade, but in a number of creative fields. Whether you want to become a skilled painter and decorator, a set designer or a shop fitter, we can help.

Working in painting and decorating can building processes work, from design Whether you want to be a successful involve a range of challenging roles. through to completion, before applying tradesperson, a set designer or even become During your studies you will learn the your knowledge in a practical setting. a foreperson, the opportunities are there for techniques that will shape you into a skilled You can participate in competitions and you at South Devon College. professional, learning from our dedicated community projects to support your staff who have years of industry experience. learning, gaining valuable experience In the classroom you will discover how that employers will look for.

“I began at the College studying functional YOUR WORLD skills in English and maths, before progressing to painting and decorating courses. It’s been great to progress through the levels as I learn new skills every day, I WANT TO BE A and I can’t wait to begin my career.” GEMMA HARVEY PAINTER Decorator SET DESIGNER SHOP FITTER

PAINTING AND DECORATING 147 This course has been designed to introduce What will I learn? you to the world of painting and decorating and enable you to achieve your goals in • Construction technology our fully equipped workshop facilities. • Applying paint by roller and brush You will develop your skills and gain • Accessing equipment PAINTING AND an understanding of the materials and DECORATING techniques used within the industry. You will also gain valuable work experience through Level 1 Diploma community projects and off-site activities, which include visits to trade shows and other events.

148 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course is a great way of developing What will I learn? your knowledge, practical skills and understanding of the industry. • Applying paint with HVLP spray You will begin using more advanced equipment techniques and equipment to give you • Applying wallpapers PAINTING AND a deeper understanding of this trade. • Producing decorative finishes DECORATING Upon completion, you can consider an apprenticeship, employment, or continuing Level 2 Diploma to further study.

This is the ideal course for someone who has What will I learn? completed a related Level 2 qualification and wants to develop the advanced skills • Specialist decorative finishes that will help them work to a high standard. • Architectural feature work You will have the chance to participate in • Using airless spray equipment PAINTING AND various projects and gain relevant vocational DECORATING experience that employers will look for. Upon completion of this course, you will Level 3 Diploma be well equipped to gain employment in the industry, or could potentially consider progressing to further study.

STAFF PROFILE APPRENTICESHIPS “As a past student, I used the skills I developed to enter industry and enjoy a successful career before returning to teach. Painting and decorating is a Multi-Trade real passion of mine, and nothing beats passing this on to our learners and Construction preparing them for their journey in this career, which has given me so much.” PAINTING AND Steve Orme DECORATING

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk PAINTING AND DECORATING 149 TAKE C ENTRE STAG E

WITH PERFORMING ARTS

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150 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Our courses will give you the perfect start to a dazzling career in this cultural industry, which thrives on creativity. With experience across all areas of performance, we have the best team to help you on your journey.

You will benefit from access to many and enthusiastic professional. We have Our facilities also boast technical lighting of Torbay’s creative sector experts and our very own theatre, which stages live rigs and equipment, fully operational venues, including the Princess Theatre, performances throughout the year. Most recording studios and superb dance studios, live music venues such as the Attic, and recently, our students staged an excellent so whatever field you want to specialise in, many local festivals and events. We performance of the musical Grease, whilst you will have the tools you need to make want to encourage and nurture your also cutting their teeth on classical theatre your dream become a reality. raw talent and turn you into a wonderful in productions such as Antigone.

“After completing my studies, I was C ENTRE STAG E approached by the Scarlett Entertainment agency, and was offered a role in a high school-themed musical, titled Music High. We went on to perform worldwide, and I’m now working on new productions. It’s been I WANT TO BE A a great opportunity, all thanks to the skills I gained at the College.” DANCER RYAN DUSCHA Actor DIRECTOR

PERFORMING ARTS 151 152 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course provides a wide range of skills What will I learn? relating to theatre, and acts as a stepping • Movement skills stone to the more advanced Level 3 courses. • Acting skills You will learn both technical and creative • Technical skills PERFORMING skills that will translate to a successful career in this rewarding and exciting field, ARTS focusing on acting, singing and dancing, as well as technical disciplines such as Level 2 Diploma backstage production, lighting and set production.

The focus of this course is on producing What will I learn? well-rounded performers, teaching you the • Musical theatre skills of acting, movement and voice. You • Acting skills will be involved in a range of productions, • Dance and movement PERFORMING from modern to classic pieces, and perform regularly for live audiences. Upon ARTS completion, you will be able to consider employment using the skills and vocational Level 3 Extended Diploma experience you gain from performances, trips and visits from professional companies.

This exciting, specialist course utilises our What will I learn? full range of theatre and dance studios and • Urban dance is designed for students who would like to • Choreography perform or teach dance. You will experience • Physical theatre a wide range of dance styles and techniques, DANCE leading to performances with live audiences in a variety of locations and styles. The Level 3 Extended Diploma course provides you with the vocational experience and insight you need to gain employment upon completion.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk PERFORMING ARTS 153 SPREAD the word

WITH PLASTERING

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154 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Do you want to gain the skills that will help you excel in a trade that is essential to the construction industry? If so, a Plastering course with us could help you achieve your goals and begin a lifelong career.

As one of the oldest crafts deployed in We will develop your raw talent and plasterer’s toolbox of skills. You will learn in building operations, plastering has been provide the skills and expertise you need our purpose-built workshops, allowing you used in one form or another for centuries. to begin your career in this highly rewarding to put the theory and skills you learn into This means that there will always be profession. During your studies you will be practice. So, if you want a job in a trade that a variety of opportunities for skilled taught essential and advanced techniques, lets you work with your hands and always professionals to progress and prosper. such as rendering, skimming, boarding has plenty of opportunities, apply today. and more, all of which contribute to the

“I began studying a Level 1 Diploma, before progressing to an apprenticeship. My site trips were invaluable and I was really impressed by the facilities in the workshops here, which enabled me to practise various types of plastering. I plan to use my skills I WANT TO BE A to one day start my own business, specialising in fibrous plastering.”

ROB WILLIS PLASTERER Construction Worker Re sto r ati o n worker

PLASTERING 155 156 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course is the first step on the ladder What will I learn? towards becoming a professional plasterer, • Internal finishes and the range of opportunities that brings. • Plasterboarding You will study all aspects of plastering, • Floor screeding including technical fibrous and ornate work, PLASTERING gaining valuable practical experience in our workshops, with supporting theory delivered Level 1 Diploma in classroom lessons. Upon completion, you will be well prepared for further study to refine your skills and continue your development.

This course enables you to expand on your What will I learn? practical ability and underpinning knowledge • Backing and finishing coats by learning the advanced techniques • Rendering necessary for success. You will continue • Fibrous plasterwork your studies in our purpose-built classrooms PLASTERING and workshop facilities, as you become accustomed working to a high standard Level 2 Diploma and completing complex finishes. Upon completion of your studies, you will be well prepared to consider employment, or could progress to further study.

STAFF PROFILE APPRENTICESHIPS “I have over 35 years of experience and have worked at Pinewood Film Studios in London, creating sets for films like Raiders of the Lost Ark, Superman and Multi-Trade the James Bond series. I moved into plastering with an ornamental focus, Construction and had my own business. I bring all this experience into my teaching, preparing students for their own careers in this PLASTERING Graham Hurt industry.”

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk PLASTERING 157 TAP INTO YOUR FUTURE

WITH PLUMBING

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158 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Plumbers play a vital role in modern society, working with a range of materials and evolving technologies, which means that this rewarding industry always has plenty of opportunities for skilled professionals.

We have a range of courses available in before gaining the practical skills required So, if you’re looking for an occupation that traditional and emerging technologies, to achieve professional plumbing and will stretch your practical skills and has so whatever your ambitions are in this heating qualifications. You will have the plenty of opportunities to progress, apply important, dynamic profession, you can opportunity to gain work experience and be for a plumbing course and start your career achieve them with us. You will learn involved in community projects, which will today. in our fully equipped classrooms and enhance your CV and show employers your workshops, studying the underlying theory vocational experience, dedication and ability. TAP INTO APPRENTICESHIPS “During my apprenticeship I worked PLUMBING AND alongside a qualified gas engineer, servicing HEATING and repairing boilers, as well as assisting with planned maintenance and call outs. There’s always been someone there to support me, and it’s been great putting I WANT TO BE A the skills I learnt into practice.” SAMUEL KALISZ PLUMBER GAS ENGINEER Renewable Energy Expert

PLUMBING 159 This Level 1 Diploma, awarded by City What will I learn? & Guilds, is available at both the Paignton • Environmental technologies and Newton Abbot campuses. It is the • Employability skills ideal preparation for becoming a plumber, • Pipework/systems and allows you to progress to the Level PLUMBING 2 and 3 Diplomas in Plumbing. You will participate in practical sessions in the Level 1 Diploma workshop and complete a portfolio of evidence for assessment, as well as theory- based exams. Upon completion, you can progress to further study or consider an apprenticeship and employment.

The Plumbing Level 2 is the ideal What will I learn? progression from the Level 1 qualification, and is also available to new entrants with • Hot and cold water systems knowledge of the industry. The course • Installing pipework systems enables you to develop the advanced skills • Central heating systems needed to succeed in plumbing and, upon PLUMBING completion, you can progress to further Level 2 Technical Certificate study, or consider an apprenticeship or employment. This course can also be used as part of the NVQ Level 2 qualification, alongside suitable employment.

This course will help you build upon your What will I learn? previous knowledge, enabling you to learn, • Environmental technology systems develop and practise the skills required to • Complex water systems excel and gain employment. You will be • Complex central heating systems studying a range of skills that enhance your PLUMBING understanding of non-domestic plumbing systems. Upon completion, you could Level 3 Advanced Technical progress to higher education or consider Certificate an apprenticeship or employment. This course can also be used as part of the NVQ Level 3 qualification, alongside suitable employment.

160 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course will enable you to progress What will I learn? onto the ACS Gas Assessments, and then • Gas science register with Gas Safe to specialise in • Chimneys and flues working on gas systems. You will study the • Ventilation core principles of working with gas, including GAS combustion, gas science, ventilation, gas regulations, chimneys and flues. You Level 3 Diploma will learn through practical activity and theory sessions, and produce a portfolio of evidence. You will need access to a Gas Safe-registered mentor to enrol on this qualification.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk PLUMBING 161 Reach THE TOP

WITH ROOFING

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162 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 As we commit to building more and more houses, there’s never been a higher demand for skilled workers to help build homes and beat the housing crisis.

Roofing is a dynamic trade that puts you Our course will help you develop the employers are looking for. Our strong right at the heart of construction, working practical skills you need, as you work links with local employers mean that outdoors and using your practical skills to with industry-standard equipment and progression opportunities are guaranteed build new homes. This is a varied industry experienced professionals who can pass upon completion, and could lead to a lifelong that requires plenty of skill. Each job will be their expertise on to you. You’ll also be career in this rewarding industry. different, as you examine the requirements working in our specialist workshop facilities, of the build and ensure that your work will where you can put your skills into practice last for years to come. and gain the valuable vocational experience

This course is ideal if you want to become What will I learn? a roof tiler, and will provide you with the • Installing roofing backgrounds practical skills and general knowledge • Installing single-lap roof coverings that will help you progress in this industry. • Stripping and reclaiming single-lap You will learn how to use different products, roof tiles ROOF TILING tools, techniques and problem-solving methods, as you learn in our fully equipped Level 1 Diploma workshop and classroom facilities. Upon completion, you could consider an THE TOP apprenticeship or enter employment.

APPRENTICESHIPS I WANT TO BE A ROOFER ROOF Site Manager TILING CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN

ROOFING 163 IGNITE YOUR CURIOSITY

WITH SCIENCE

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164 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Do you have a real interest in science? Can you see yourself working in a science- based career? Here at South Devon College, we offer a range of science courses to help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to move into employment in the scientific sector.

We are very proud of our outstanding of science subjects so you can decide which Animal or Marine Science; you can even top science laboratory facilities and resources field you would most like to work in. All up to a BSc in Applied Animal Science. which mean that you get a high-quality, of our science courses offer opportunities There are also apprenticeship opportunities varied and practical learning experience. to progress onto undergraduate degree in science if you would rather get paid to We offer a range of courses – some are very programmes, including our own suite of work alongside your qualifications. specialist and others provide a broad range science foundation degrees in Bioscience,

APPRENTICESHIPS IGNITE SCIENCE TECHNICIAN “South Devon College has excellent LABORATORY facilities. I aim to keep my lessons engaging and interesting and having SCIENTIST access to the most up-to-date equipment and resources helps to I WANT TO BE A engage students in a variety of ways.” MATT ROSSIN – LECTURER IN BIOLOGY MARINE BIOLOGIST CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR Scientific Researcher

SCIENCE 165 This 2-year course will provide you with What will I learn? an in-depth understanding of the marine • Fish health and biology environment and marine life, such as • Water quality starfish, seahorses and sharks. You will • Coastal management MARINE BIOLOGY find out about the ecosystems and habitats where organisms live, as well as being AND WILDLIFE trained in the practical skills required to be successful in the marine industry. You Level 3 Advanced Technical will undertake visits to beaches, fisheries, Diploma aquariums and freshwater habitats and have opportunities to go out on the boats at our Marine Academy, so clothing suitable for working outdoors will be needed.

This 2-year course is perfect for you if you What will I learn? are considering a career in forensics. You will • Human body systems develop your forensic science knowledge • Traffic collision investigation and learn practical skills to enable you to • Forensic fire investigation FORENSIC apply them in a range of real-life settings and workplaces. You will be taught practical SCIENCE skills in our well-equipped, modern laboratories. This course will enable you to Level 3 National Extended progress onto an undergraduate degree or Diploma further professional qualifications in a wide range of science-based and related areas. You could also progress into employment.

Considering a career in biomedical science? What will I learn? This qualification will help you develop • Diseases and infection your scientific knowledge and refine your • Microbiology practical skills, which will enable you to • Human body systems BIOMEDICAL apply them in a range of real-life settings and workplaces. You will be taught practical SCIENCE skills in our well-equipped, modern laboratories. This course will enable you to Level 3 National Extended progress onto an undergraduate or further Diploma professional qualifications in a wide range of science-based and related areas. You could also progress into employment.

166 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This 2-year course includes a broad range What will I learn? of science disciplines. This qualification will • Principles of science help you develop scientific knowledge and • Practical laboratory techniques refine your practical skills, which will enable • Science investigation you to apply them in a range of real-life settings and workplaces. You will be taught APPLIED SCIENCE practical skills in our well-equipped, modern Level 3 National Extended Diploma laboratories. This course will enable you to progress onto an undergraduate degree or further professional qualifications in a wide range of science-based and related areas. You could also progress into employment.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk SCIENCE 167 SECURE YOUR FUTURE

WITH SECURITY

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168 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Our Security and Event Safety courses are designed to help you enter one of the UK’s fastest-growing industries, whether you want to become a festival steward, club door supervisor or retail guard.

We have a highly qualified and experienced Plymouth and more, as well attending that you will build upon to develop the key teaching team who all worked in industry regular industry conferences to update qualities employers seek in experienced before moving into teaching and training. their training. We know what the security operatives. All of our students that have All of our staff members keep up-to-date industry looks for in potential employees, successfully completed the course have with industry standards, having worked which is why we can help prepare you for progressed to jobs with local and national as security managers and supervisors employment. The qualification you work companies, and worked at events such as at events such as the Glasgow 2014 towards is just a small part of your learning Glastonbury and Royal Ascot. Commonwealth Games, MTV Crashes here; these are industry-related courses SECURE

STAFF PROFILE I WANT TO BE A “I have 18 years’ experience working in most areas of the security industry, from security officer and door supervisor DOOR SUPERVISOR up to contracts manager. I work with a team of extremely dedicated staff members here, and having progressed STEWARD through the industry ourselves, we are well placed to help you find employment Security Manager in this fast-moving industry.” Jamie Somerville

SECURITY 169 This course is suitable for anyone with an What will I learn? interest in the armed forces, emergency • Introduction to public services services or security services. The course is and security industry designed to develop strong communication • Security procedures skills and build confidence, and you should • Basic control and restraint PROTECTIVE enjoy working with others and participating • Effective searching in outdoor activities. Designed as a personal SERVICE • Terrorism awareness development course, each unit focuses Level 1 on working towards gaining transferable skills to use in employment and day-to-day life. Upon completion you may be able to progress onto higher level public service or security and event safety courses.

170 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course will help you prepare for What will I learn? working in the security or event stewarding industries, and includes the qualifications • Physical intervention necessary to gain a Security Industry • Event stewarding Authority (SIA) licence, depending on your • Emergency first aid at work SECURITY AND age. This 1-year course is designed for EVENT SAFETY anyone interested in retail security, site guarding, door supervision, events security Level 2 or stewarding. Upon completion you could progress to the advanced course, into an apprenticeship or employment.

This course will include the qualifications What will I learn? necessary to gain a Security Industry • Supervising event stewards Authority (SIA) licence, depending on your • Door supervision age, and provide you with an understanding • Events planning of supervising security staff and events. It is SECURITY AND a 1-year course that covers all aspects of the EVENT SAFETY industry, and you will have the opportunity to participate in a work placement to refine Level 3 your employability skills. Upon completion, you may progress to an apprenticeship, further study or employment.

We also offer a range of short courses What will I learn? that will enable you to gain an SIA licence, or enhance and develop your existing • Door supervision, CCTV operation or knowledge. These courses can lead to conflict management SECURITY apprenticeships, employment or further • Front of stage (pit) operations study. All of our physical intervention • Personal licence holders INDUSTRY courses use the Aegis Skills programme, and are awarded by the Highfield Awarding Short Courses Body for Compliance (HABC). Age 18+

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk SECURITY 171 SLEEP. EAT. SWEAT. REPEAT.

WITH SPORTS SCIENCE, FITNESS INSTRUCTION AND COACHING

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172 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Are you an active person who is always on the move and just has to be doing something? If so, we have the perfect course for you.

We offer sports development and coaching opportunity and we are also a centre of or seeing Lionel Messi light up the Camp programmes, as well as various sports excellence for Sports Leaders awards, so Nou. We also offer the chance to achieve science or health and fitness courses. Our you can be sure you are gaining relevant additional coaching badges from national wide-ranging curriculum develops important skills for employment. You will learn from governing bodies. So, if you want to develop transferable skills for the workplace, as well our passionate teachers and coaches, who your raw talent, learn how to coach others, as providing national-body qualifications all have years of professional experience. progress to university or promote healthy and improving your practical abilities. We You will have the chance to participate in living, apply with us today and don’t look back. involve employers from across Torbay and interesting trips to sporting venues, such as South Devon in our curriculum at every watching top-class tennis at the O2 Arena

APPRENTICESHIPS

LEISURE MANAGEMENT “I enrolled on a Football Development PE and School Sport course that gave me the qualifications Sports Development I needed to achieve my dream: working for Personal Training a Premier League football club. I became FITNESS INSTRUCTION the Head of Academy Strength and Conditioning/Sports Science at Cardiff City Football Club for the 2013–14 season, and I WANT TO BE A I now want to go on and become a pioneer Physiotherapist for strength and conditioning in the game.” FITNESS OWEN WALKER INSTRUCTOR PERSONAL TRAINER COACH

SPORTS SCIENCE, FITNESS INSTRUCTION AND COACHING 173 This course is practice-based and if you What will I learn? enjoy playing sports, coaching sports • Delivering sport activity and leading physical activities then this • Identifying talent course is for you. The Level 2 Diploma in • Practical skills Coaching Sport and Instructing Physical COACHING Activity qualification will provide you SPORT with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to be able to coach sport Level 2 and instruct physical activities in a range of settings within the active leisure industry. It also supports academic progression, should you wish to pursue this option.

This football development programme What will I learn? combines regular training, coaching and • Principles of coaching matches. Study is underpinned by a Level 1 • Planning and leading events Principles of Coaching qualification as well • Employability skills as the NVQ Activity Leadership certificate, FOOTBALL with further opportunity to gain your FA DEVELOPMENT Level 1 Coaching Award during the course. As well as the numerous trips and visits Level 2 available, this course will also provide work experience opportunities. We also run a girls’ training and development programme.

174 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk SPORTS SCIENCE, FITNESS INSTRUCTION AND COACHING 175 Across all of our sport and fitness courses, What will I learn? you will have the opportunity to gain real • Employability skills life work experience. Working with our • Work experience partners, our aim is to provide you with • Volunteering COMMUNITY LINKS outstanding support from our team of highly qualified and experienced staff. We strive to AND WORK-BASED provide you with a range of opportunities to develop your skills, both academically and EXPERIENCE personally. The chance to gain quality work experience and volunteering is offered on every study programme. These experiences will make you more employable and enable you to succeed in your chosen career path.

176 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk Whichever sport course you are studying, What will I learn? you will have the opportunity to be part of one of our sports development programmes • Structured training sessions SPORTS alongside your studies. You can choose • Strength and conditioning from: football, basketball, fitness, netball • Individual target setting DEVELOPMENT and multi-sports. You will receive expert coaching and training sessions, alongside PROGRAMMES participation in the AoC regional and national competitions. All participants will Football, Basketball, Netball have individualised development plans and and Fitness regular reviews of their progress.

If you want to study the science of sport What will I learn? then this course is perfect for you. The • Sport and exercise physiology course is designed to develop your practical • Applied sports psychology and academic skills. It consists of 180 • Fitness testing and assessment SPORT AND credits of study, which is equivalent to 3 EXERCISE A Levels and, potentially, 360+ UCAS points. Upon completion, you can progress SCIENCE to employment, an apprenticeship or further study on the Sport and Exercise Science Level 3 Extended Diploma foundation degree at University Centre South Devon.

This course is a natural progression from What will I learn? Level 1 and 2. It covers the theory of sport • Anatomy and physiology as well as its practical application, and gives • Nutrition SPORTS you the understanding and skill required • Principles of coaching for employment. The course offers many DEVELOPMENT, valuable opportunities to work in the COACHING AND community and gain practical experience. Upon completion, you will be well prepared FITNESS for employment, an apprenticeship or further study on the Sport and Exercise Level 3 Diploma Science foundation degree at University Centre South Devon.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk SPORTS SCIENCE, FITNESS INSTRUCTION AND COACHING 177 B E w h ate ve r YOU WANT TO BE

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178 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 The Supported Learning Opportunities programme has been developed for students with learning difficulties, and offers a laddered progression route to help prepare you for life after your studies or other College courses.

During your studies, you will gain a broad We offer small and supportive learning Many students progress from Supported range of skills, in areas such as English and groups with a comprehensive range of Learning Opportunities programmes onto maths, computing, personal development support programmes. Learning support other mainstream College courses, whilst and employability. All of our Entry Level assistants are an integral part of each class, others move onto employability courses. courses include work placements or realistic and you will benefit from discrete teaching With a dedicated support network, we can work simulations, designed in partnership areas in the heart of the College, as well help you to develop personally and achieve with local employers, ensuring learners as specialist vocational facilities. your goals. gain valuable, practical experience.

YOU WANT TO BE “I was one of the first students to join the Project Search Programme and gained work experience in different departments at Torbay Hospital. My experiences and the skills I learnt helped me then gain employment with the NHS at St Edmunds Community Care Support Centre.”

EMILY BAYLY

SUPPORTED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES 179 This course involves plenty of practical What will I learn? activity and portfolio building, designed to • Cooking skills give you a broad range of important skills • Travelling independently to prepare you for living independently. • Social skills The course is delivered in small groups WORK AND with a dedicated tutor and learning support INDEPENDENCE assistants, who can provide any extra help needed. Upon completion, we offer Entry Level Certificate a laddered progression route to develop further skills that will support personal development and independence.

This course has been designed to provide What will I learn? the key skills that will enable you to consider • Employability skills employment upon completion. The course • Personal development focuses on essential skills, such as working • Working as part of a team within a team and personal development, and enterprise skills PATHWAY TO to prepare you for employment. You will EMPLOYMENT attend work placements and participate in classroom-based activities in small groups Entry Level Certificate with learning support assistants and dedicated tutors.

This is a 1-year course where you will What will I learn? study in a variety of different areas across • A range of vocational skills the College, including Catering, Brickwork, • Working in specialist workshops Sport, Carpentry, Animal Care, Childcare • Personal development and Automotive. The course has been VOCATIONAL designed to help you find areas that TASTERS interest you and provides potential progression routes to mainstream College Entry Level Diploma courses. You will work in small groups with learning support assistants, alongside dedicated tutors, and within our fantastic specialist facilities.

180 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk SUPPORTED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES 181 182 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk If you have a keen interest in sport What will I learn? and adventure and enjoy taking part in • How the body works practical activities, then this is a great • Practical sports course for you. Most assessments are • Sports leadership either aimed at evaluating your practical SPORT AND competence in sports skills or coaching, ADVENTURE or assessing your knowledge through theory work. You will also benefit from Level 1 Certificate the wide variety of trips the Sport and Adventure department organises. Upon completion you could progress to further study at the College.

This course gives you a solid introduction What will I learn? to art and media, providing a broad range • Art and design skills of skills to develop existing knowledge or • Media skills interests. It is a balanced mixture of hands- • Personal and social development on practical work and academic study, and ART, DESIGN provides progression opportunities to the AND MEDIA College’s Level 2 Art and Media courses. Level 1 Certificate

This 35-week course takes place over 3 What will I learn? days per week. It’s based at Torbay Hospital, • Employability skills and is open to 18-24 year olds. You will have • Working within a team 3 10-week placements within different • The varying roles within Torbay Hospital ASPIRE departments of the hospital, gaining key SUPPORTED employment skills in areas such as catering, administration and gardening. INTERNSHIP You will be supported by specialist staff, and enjoy excellent success rates - last Foundation Level year 80% of our students progressed to paid employment.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk SUPPORTED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES 183 TRAIN LOCAL Go global

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184 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Torbay’s strong tourism industry makes this the perfect place to study for a career in Travel and Tourism, which could take you all over the world.

The focus of these courses is on preparing During your studies you could be doing You will participate in annual overseas trips you for employment with relevant, practical something as varied as embarking on to locations such as Paris and Marrakesh,* skills, as well as an understanding of survival training with Virgin Atlantic, or which can take your learning to another the theory behind this dynamic industry. planning and hosting a conference with level. So, if you want to become a tour rep, a Our teaching staff have professional the English Riviera Tourism Company. travel agent, a member of cabin crew or any experience, as well as industry-recognised Our facilities include a simulated other profession that could see you travel qualifications, and we enjoy strong links aeroplane cabin and other resources to across the globe, we can help take you there. with local, national and international travel enhance your studies. The skills that you and tourism organisations. develop are all sought after by businesses in a range of sectors.

“I studied the Cabin Crew Level 2 Diploma and really enjoyed my time with the College. It opened up career opportunities for me that I’ve always dreamed of. I’ve worked as part of the mixed fleet cabin crew for British Airways and travelled all over the world. I’ve been I WANT TO BE A to Singapore, Sydney, Korea and Miami, and I even spent time in Rio de Janeiro RESORT REPRESENTATIVE during the World Cup!” CABIN CREW KLAUDIA RUMIK Cruise Purser TRAVEL AGENT EVENTS ORGANISER

*Subject to availability TRAVEL AND TOURISM 185 This course gives you an opportunity to learn What will I learn? the customer service skills required to work • The UK travel and tourism industry in the hospitality, and travel and tourism • The role of overseas representatives CUSTOMER industries. You will learn through a variety of • How and why businesses operate practical activities and theory sessions, and • Communication skills SERVICE FOR be assessed by written assignments. Upon • The role of customer service in successful completion, you could progress HOSPITALITY service industries to a Level 2 course in your preferred field, as AND TOURISM you begin to specialise and open up further career opportunities. Level 1 Certificate

STAFF PROFILE “I have worked in the travel and tourism industry for over 30 years, in roles such as cabin crew, ground staff, reservations supervisor and manager of a retail travel agency. I joined the College over 10 years ago, and I’ve really enjoyed my time here, developing students’ confidence and watching them grow and achieve their dream jobs.” Ian Paxton

186 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk If you are aged 17 or over, the Air Cabin What will I learn? Crew Level 2 Diploma will give you the • Airline/aviation operations knowledge and skills that you require to • Crew-room duties join an airline, as either cabin or ground • Aviation communications crew. You will learn through a variety of AIR CABIN CREW practical activities and theory sessions, as well as undertaking a training day with Level 2 Diploma British Airways at their training base. Upon completion, you can consider employment or progression to the Travel and Tourism Level 2 Extended Certificate or the Level 3 Diploma (90 Credits) .

The Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism What will I learn? will enable you to take your career in several directions. The course is assessed by • Customer service coursework and online exams and involves • World travel both practical and theoretical lessons, as • Working as an overseas holiday rep TRAVEL AND well as individual and group work. Upon • Visitor attractions TOURISM successful completion, you may progress to our Air Cabin Crew Diploma, or a Level Level 2 Certificate 3 qualification in either Travel and Tourism or Business. Alternatively, you could seek employment in travel agencies or in any customer service role.

This course will provide you with a high level What will I learn? of knowledge about a wide variety of travel and tourism areas. You will learn through • UK destinations a range of practical activities and theory • Events and conference planning sessions, and be assessed by written and • The business of travel TRAVEL AND practical tasks. This is an intensive course, • The cruise industry TOURISM so you will require a high degree of self- • Working as an overseas holiday rep motivation. Upon successful completion, you • Marketing Level 3 Diploma (90 Credit) could progress to further study with a view to higher education, or alternatively consider employment.

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk TRAVEL AND TOURISM 187 BE THE BEST

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188 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 Our courses will help you prepare for a career in the uniformed public services. You’ll learn from experienced servicemen and women who know what it takes to gain employment in the emergency services or armed forces.

The highly qualified teaching team have police, which means that they are perfectly we provide and the knowledge of our many years of both emergency and military placed to advise you in your career, and teaching staff is exceptional, and our service experience and have served in know, from experience, what it takes to contacts with relevant employers are locations such as Northern Ireland, Iraq succeed. We help you prepare physically unparalleled. We encourage you to stretch and Afghanistan, as well as many locations and mentally for your chosen career, yourself, and together, help you achieve and around the UK. Our team have worked as whether that’s in the emergency services or exceed your potential, so apply today and submariners, helicopter pilots, infantry and armed forces. The vocational experiences see what you are truly capable of.

“The Public Services course at the College sparked my passion to become a Royal Air Force Physical Education/Training Officer. BE THE BEST I gained a comprehensive insight into what it means to join each public service – due to the level of engagement and trips we experienced with each force. I WANT TO BE IN THE The support and encouragement from the staff was excellent; it gave me the room to fail and grow as many times as I needed POLICE and the motivation I needed to succeed.” Fire Service LEWIS RAY MILITARY

UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICES 189 STUDENT PROFILE “I live in Cornwall and chose to commute The course has increased my confidence to South Devon College because, after and independence, and broadened my carrying out some research, the lecturers’ social circle. I have grown as an individual passion and the Uniformed Public Services and it has opened my eyes to the different course offer impressed me the most. careers within the services. The support After an incredible first year I decided to and guidance the lecturers provide is try a College closer to home but after a second to none. Sharing lifts and catching week I realised my mistake and returned buses was definitely worth it!” to South Devon College! I made the right Caitlyn Bunkum decision to travel the 80-mile round trip.

This course is suitable for anyone with an What will I learn? interest in the armed forces, emergency services or security services. It is designed • Introduction to public services to develop strong communication skills and security industry and build confidence, and you should enjoy • Security procedures PROTECTIVE working with others and participating in • Basic control and restraint SERVICE outdoor activities. Designed as a personal • Effective searching development course, each unit focuses on • Terrorism awareness Level 1 working towards gaining transferable skills to be used in employment and day-to-day life. Upon completion, you may be able to progress onto higher level public service or security and event safety courses.

If you are serious about pursuing a career in the Armed Forces, then this is the course What will I learn? for you. It will prepare you for the modern- • Fitness training day challenges of being a soldier, sailor • Military skills ARMED FORCES or airman, as you are supported through • Leadership the application and selection progress. All • Fieldcraft and expedition skills PREPARATION potential recruits, regardless of gender, sit • Weapon handling the Airman Selection Test. You will need Level 2 BTEC Extended Certificate to be committed to your future career, or Level 3 NCFE Extended showcasing the discipline and attitude Certificate military training requires. You will learn from current and former service personnel, with military-style exercises and visits to military establishments.

190 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This course will develop your understanding What will I learn? of the public services in more detail, as you • Teamwork and problem-solving study both the theoretical and practical • Physical fitness sides of life in the services. This qualification • Employment in the public services will make you an informed and well- • Leadership UNIFORMED prepared potential recruit, enabling you to • Outdoor activities and expedition skills PUBLIC SERVICES make a recruitment application or consider further study and progression towards the Level 2 Diploma (NCFE) entry qualification of a specific service.

This 2-year course provides you with a What will I learn? diverse range of exciting and interesting topics relating to the uniformed public • Crime and its effects on society services. You will benefit from realistic work- • Understanding war, conflict and based scenarios and projects, gaining strong terrorism UNIFORMED vocational experience. You will explore • Leadership and teamwork PUBLIC SERVICES theoretical areas such as self-discipline, • Physical preparation leadership, criminology, sports science and • Dealing with major incidents Level 3 BTEC Diploma outdoor learning. The course helps prepare you for a career in the uniformed public services or progression to higher education.

STAFF PROFILE “I joined the College after serving 5 years in the Royal Navy as an Air Engineering Technician at RNAS Culdrose. I really enjoy guiding students through their studies and into service and the workplace. It’s a great way of passing on my experience and inspiring a new generation of young men and women to go out and make a difference.” Jenny Mcinerney

For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICES 191 CHANGE SOMEONE’S WORLD

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192 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 If you want to make a difference and help re-engage challenged or disaffected young people, then our courses can help you develop the skills you need to begin a career in this rewarding industry.

Our courses provide you with the knowledge, vulnerable young people in society, and You’ll be learning from professional youth skills and qualities that are required to help transform their lives. You will become workers with years of experience in this work in a variety of settings, including experienced in working with groups and in industry, who can advise you and help youth clubs, youth offending and outdoor one-to-one intervention, which is designed to guide you in your journey so that when adventure residentials. You will have the re-engage young people with education and you complete your studies you can find opportunity to work with some of the most mainstream society. employment in this rewarding career. challenging, disadvantaged and, potentially,

“I had a brilliant time on my course; I worked WORLD with lots of different young people, including people who had been excluded from school and victims of bullying and social exclusion. I learnt how to deal with challenging behaviour and conflict, which helped me I WANT TO BE A gain a job teaching in a pupil referral unit.” Youth Worker CIAN LAMOON SOCIAL WORKER Student Welfare Officer BEHAVIOURAL SUPPORT ASSISTANT

YOUTHWORK 193 194 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 For detailed entry criteria visit: southdevon.ac.uk This qualification is recognised by the What will I learn? National Youth Agency and will enable you to work in a variety of youth work settings, • Child protection including youth clubs, in youth justice with • Understanding young people young offenders or disengaged young • Crime and its effects YOUTH WORK people, or in pupil referral units. You will PRACTICE complete a substantial work placement in a variety of settings in the College, where Level 3 you will receive constant and expert help and advice in dealing with young people.

You will have the option to progress onto the Access to Higher Education course in Criminology, Psychology and Law. This will provide you with a detailed understanding of why people commit criminal offences and how the law responds to this. You will YOUR gain sufficient UCAS points to progress on to University. Alternatively, you could PROGRESSION progress to the second year of the Level 3 in Childcare or a Level 3 apprenticeship in the Early Years. This would provide you with the skills needed to enter employment in this sector.

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196 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE | FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 INDEXw F P Facilities 20-27 Paignton Campus 20-25 Fashion 62-65 Painting and Decorating 146-149 Film 42, 48, 102-105 Performing Arts 150-153 A Funding 29 Personal Trainer 17, 172-177 Accountancy 17, 82-87 Further Mathematics 51 Philosophy 52 Photography 52, 63, 64, 102-105 A Level 14, 44-53 G Adventure Sports 54-57 Physics 52 Plastering 17, 154-157 Animal Care 58-61 Game Development 96-99, 102-105 Plumbing 17, 158-161 Apply 37 GCSE 13, 40-43 Psychology 53 Apprenticeships 16-17 Geography 48 Armed Forces 188-191 Government and Politics 49 R Art, Fashion and Photography 62-65 Graphic Design 62-65, 102-105 Automotive 17, 66-71 Grading System 38 Resources 33 Awards and Accolades 9 Roofing 17, 162-163 H Robotics 118-19 B Hairdressing 17, 110-113 S Beauty Therapies 17, 72-77 Health and Social Care 17, 114-117 Biology 40-43, 44-53, 166 History 42, 49 Safeguarding 34 Boat Building 134 Hi-Tech Engineering 17, 118-121 Science 17, 40-53, 164-167 Brickwork 17, 78-81 and Electronics Security and Event Safety 168-171 Builder 17, 78-81 Higher Apprenticeships 19 Social Worker 114-117, 192-195 Bursaries 29 Horticulture 17, 122-125 Sociology 53 Business 17, 82-87 Hospitality and Catering 17, 126-131 South Devon College Dart 23, 132-137 Business Studies 42, 46 Marine Academy J Bus routes 31 South Devon High School 13 Sports 17, 172-177 Job Shop 11 C Sports Science, Fitness 17, 172-177 L Instruction and Coaching Cabin Crew 185-187 Steward 168-171 Carpentry 17, 88-91 Law 17, 50, 82-87 Students' Union 22, 35 Chef 126-131 Learning Support 32-33, 178-183 Success Rates 8, 12 Chemistry 46, 164 Levels 39 Support 28-34 Childcare 17, 92-95 Supported Learning 178-183 Coach 54-57, 172-177 M Opportunities College Values 6-7 T Computing and Digital 17, 96-99 Make-up Technologies 72-77 Management 17, 82-87 Technologies Travel 30-31 Conservation 58-61 Marine 17, 132-137 Travel and Tourism 184-187 Construction Management 100-101 Marketing 82-87 Course Representatives 35 Manufacturing 118-121 U Creative Digital Media 17, 102-105 Massage 73, 74 Criminology 195 Maths 41, 50, 51 Uniformed Public Services 188-191 Media Studies 51, 102-105 University Centre South Devon 18-19, 21 D Medical Support 34 V Midwife 115 Dance 153 Motorcycle 17, 138-141 Degree Apprenticeships 19 Vehicle Technician 17, 66-71 Music 142-145 Design 62-65, 102-105 Veterinary Nurse 58-61 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award 35 N W E National Citizen Service 35 Web Developer 96-99 Nail Technologies 75 Electrical Installation 17, 106-109 Newton Abbot Campus 26-27 Y Employers 10-11 New Developments 25 Engineering 17, 118-121 Youth Work 192-195 Nurse 114-117 English 41, 47 Z Environmental Studies 48, 101 Erasmus+ 35 Zoology 58-61 Equality and Diversity 34 INDEX 197 OPEN EVENINGS

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