Further Education Prospectus
MINI GUIDE 2019 – 2020 During the inspection, our students were commended on OFSTED their confdence, behaviour and positive attitude towards their learning. Here are some of DECLARE the great things Ofsted inspectors said about the College:
US ‘GOOD’ “ IN EVERY Students who need help with their studies “ receive timely additional support.
RESPECT
In February 2016, Ofsted inspectors visited our three “ main campuses in Braintree, Colchester and Clacton, as well as the Energy Skills Centre in Harwich and Progression into further education and 10 “ employment is high. The Learning Shop in Dovercourt. We were declared ‘Good’ in every respect and we are delighted with the result.
Our staf were observed challenging students to work at a high standard and supporting them Teachers use their extensive industry links to develop new skills to prepare them for the “ to develop work experience opportunities working world. “ and, in lessons, create efective links
between theory and practice. We are proud to be a ‘GOOD’ college and look forward to welcoming you to one of our campuses. 36 Better Careers Begin Here 38
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22 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 ContentsCON-
4 Welcome 5 Open Events 6 Application Process 7 Study Programmes 8 Horizon Games 9 Work Experience 10 Our Campuses 14 Industry Facilities 18 Focus On… 22 Apprenticeships 26 Careers and Destinations 28 Meet some of our Tutors 30 Art, Design, Fashion and Photography 32 Business and Accounting 34 Catering and Hospitality 36 Childcare and Early Years 38 Computing and IT 40 Construction and the Trades Study Programmes 48 Digital Media 50 Engineering and Manufacturing 52 Foundation and Supported Learning 54 Health and Social Care, and Dental Nursing 56 Motor Vehicle 58 Music 60 Performing Arts 62 Public Services 64 Salon Studies (Hairdressing and Beauty) 66 Science 68 Sport 70 Your Well-being 71 Celebrating Student Success 72 Courses for Adults 74 Student Services and Support FAQs 75 Fees and Finance Page 76 78 College Life 79 Getting Here
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 3 Welcome
At Colchester Institute we are passionate about your success.
Our aim is to provide you with every opportunity to gain the skills, qualifcations and experience that will give you the best possible chance of succeeding on your Study Programme or Apprenticeship, progressing onto higher levels of study and gaining rewarding work in the job or career you choose.
We have high expectations of our students and in return we want you to have high expectations of us. We aim to deliver on those expectations by providing frst-class teaching in industry-standard facilities, and by ensuring that you receive the best possible practical and learning support to help you to succeed. We also want you to thoroughly enjoy your time at College.
In 2016 we were awarded Ofsted ‘Good’ with inspectors recognising our innovative approaches to teaching and success in preparing students for work. In the same year, our new £10m Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) centre was opened at Sheepen Road, as part of a £20m three-year redevelopment programme across our Colchester and Braintree campuses. At Braintree we will shortly be completing a whole campus transformation programme, which will see us providing a wide range of courses from brand new facilities from September 2019. This guide aims to provide you with the information you need to help you make the right choice about your next steps – but it cannot tell you everything! I hope that you will come and meet with staf and students and explore our campuses at one of our Open Events. Come and see for yourself how continuing your education and training at Colchester Institute can set you on the right path to success, whether your next destination is a university degree, a further course of study, an Apprenticeship or into the world of work. I look forward to meeting with you. Alison Andreas
Principal and Chief Executive
4 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 Open Events BR THE COLLEGE AT BRAINTREE Thursday 18th October 2018 5pm – 8pm Saturday 3rd November 2018 10am – 1pm Monday 14th January 2019 5pm – 7pm Our Open Events are the perfect way COLCHESTER INSTITUTE for you to fnd out what it’s like to study CO at one of our campuses. Saturday 13th October 2018 10am – 1pm Monday 15th October 2018 5pm – 8pm Discover the Study Programmes and th Apprenticeships we have to ofer, tour our Tuesday 16 October 2018 5pm – 8pm th facilities, speak with tutors and current students Wednesday 16 January 2019 5pm – 7pm and get a taste for College life. You’ll be able to get advice on the application process, fnances, CL THE COLLEGE AT CLACTON student welfare, travel and more. You can even th apply for any full-time or part-time course or Wednesday 17 October 2018 5pm – 7pm Apprenticeship on the day! Thursday 17th January 2019 5pm – 6pm
We also hold specialist Adult Learner Information Evenings. See our website for the latest dates. Register you place online! Visit: colchester.ac.uk/events
Apprenticeship Information Evenings
Earn While You Learn
Colchester Institute is one of the largest Apprenticeship providers in the whole region.
Our Apprenticeship Information Evenings are designed to help you uncover all you need to know about undertaking an Apprenticeship. Speak with employers, hear about the vacancies and qualifcations available, and talk with current apprentices about the opportunities that an BR THE COLLEGE AT BRAINTREE Apprenticeship can provide. You can even register Thursday 7th March 2019 5pm – 7pm your interest in an Apprenticeship on the day!
COLCHESTER INSTITUTE Register you place online! CO Tuesday 5th March 2019 5pm – 7pm Visit: colchester.ac.uk/events Wednesday 29th May 2019 5pm – 7pm
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/EVENTS 5 Application Process
Progression Course Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Principles of acting, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study classical theatre, CO Years including English or including a Higher screen acting, drama satisfactory results Apprenticeship or Acting improvisation, rehearsing in a relevant Level 2 employment and performance, physical qualifcation theatre, auditions, singing 1 • An audition/interview 3 and dance
Jazz, ballet, tap, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study contemporary, CO Years including English or including a Higher choreography, singing, satisfactory results Apprenticeship, Dance urban and international in a relevant Level 2 or employment dance, rehearsals qualifcation 3 and performances • An audition/interview
Singing, jazz, ballet, tap, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study urban dance, acting, flm/ CO Years including English or including a Higher Musical TV acting, voice, audition satisfactory results Apprenticeship, Theatre technique, rehearsals and in a relevant Level 2 or employment performances qualifcation 3 • An audition/interview
Production planning, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study stage management, CO Years including English and including a Higher technical stage operations, Maths, or satisfactory Apprenticeship, Technical lighting and sound, design results in a relevant or employment Theatre and operations, scenic Level 2 qualifcation construction, automated • An audition/interview 3 stage lighting
Acting skills, musical One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to theatre skills, performing CO Year including English or Level 2 or an scripted plays, devising, satisfactory results apprenticeship Performing improvisation, individual in a relevant Level 1 Arts showcase qualifcation 2 • An audition/interview
CHOOSE YOUR STUDY PROGRAMME
2 Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal Study Programme or Apprenticeship. All you need to do is complete our online application form by visiting:
colchester.ac.uk/applynow
Before submitting your application, make sure you have got an email address which you will check frequently and which is professional and appropriate for this purpose. Submit the application as early as possible and remember to save a copy APPLY ONLINE for your own records. colchester.ac.uk/applynow If you don’t have access to a computer or the internet, please phone our Admissions enquiry line on 01206 712777 and we will 3 send you a paper application form. The completed form can be returned by post or in person to our Admissions teams at our Braintree, Colchester or Clacton campuses.
We start accepting applications from 1st October 2018 and, for a guaranteed place on your chosen programme (subject to you satisfying the entry requirements), we have set an initial deadline for receiving applications of 31st January 2019, although we do still accept applications after this date. See page 76 for FAQs about the application process. LOOK OUT FOR YOUR INTERVIEW EMAIL OR LETTER
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What are Study Programmes? Study Programmes are our name for our full-time courses. They combine a number of diferent components to equip you with a set of well-rounded skills for the future. Every programme incorporates a vocational qualifcation (for example an Extended Diploma), development of Great English and Maths (GEM) and work experience.
Unsure which programme level is for you? Come along to an Open Event, speak to your Careers Adviser at school for guidance or call our enquiry line: 01206 712777
GCSE grading system Ofqual has introduced a new grading system for many GCSE subjects. These GCSEs will be graded 9 to 1, instead of A* to G, with 9 being the top level. For more information please visit: gov.uk/government/organisations/ofqual Great English and Maths Entry requirements Whichever Study Programme or Apprenticeship Specifc entry requirements for each programme you choose, you’ll continue to hone your English are listed on the individual subject pages. In some and maths skills. cases, we will consider other qualifcations that are deemed to be equivalent to GCSEs, for example If you have GCSE high grades (that’s grades Functional Skills and qualifcations achieved A*- C/9-4) we’ll build Great English and Maths outside the UK, provided valid certifcates are (GEM) around your main course of study, produced. enhancing your existing skills and developing new ones. The new grading system (9-1) only applies to GCSEs taken from 2017 and for clarity we If you haven’t yet achieved a GCSE high grade have listed both the new grading system (9-1) in English and/or maths, you’ll attend timetabled and old grading system (A*-G) under each of our English and/or maths classes and work towards entry requirements.
Our Technical Training Study Programmes are designed for you to develop key industry skills and practice within your chosen area. All students on these programmes will begin at the same level, regardless of grades upon entry, and progress together, providing Look out for each element of the course is passed sufciently. This training this symbol will enable you to learn professional techniques and perfect your chosen craft to get you ready for the working world.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/COURSES 7 Horizon Games
Students learn key professional skills, Horizon Games is a dynamic such as: gaming company that • Interview techniques • The gaming pipeline and industry practices operates in conjunction with • Working to live client-led briefs Colchester Institute. • Meeting deadlines • Pitching concepts Through Horizon Games, Interactive Media and and so much more... Games Design students have the opportunity to participate in an exciting gaming venture, This provides them with a HUGE advantage in the while still benefting from the support, guidance working world! and qualifcation(s) they receive from their study programme. Build your portfolio, add credible work experience and gain valuable references for your CV to help At Horizon Games, students create an array of 2D support your progression to higher education and 3D games, interactive products and gaming (university) or into employment. asset packs for local and national clients. For more information on our Interactive Media and Selected games are published on gaming platforms Games Design programme, please turn to page 48. such as Steam and Itch.io!
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Work experience will be an important element of your Study Programme. Billy We’ve teamed up with local employers to bring you a range Wilson of placement opportunities to help you to gain valuable skills My placement at A. Smith Great Bentley for the workplace and prepare you for an exciting career. Ltd provided me with a valuable insight into how high quality coaches and All students will take part in at least 30 hours of work specialist vehicles are built. Over the experience as part of their course. Some courses will require two days, I was paired with skilled staf more substantive work experience of between 45-60 days. that helped support me in applying what I have learnt at the College to a real working environment. Everyone was really
nice at the company and I am grateful to
be given the opportunity to work within their manufacturing facility. Course: “ Welding and Fabrication Level 2 Progressed from: Clacton Coastal Academy
Why is work experience part of my Study Programme?
“ Work experience is an important step towards getting the job you want. At work, you’ll develop the real skills you need for success, enabling you to explore diferent career options and build up your CV, ready to land a great frst job.
The College’s Careers Guidance team is available to students across all campuses to provide information Jesse and careers advice to assist with students’ future employment. Crittenden The Careers Guidance team can provide help and support Rapture Gaming Festival was a pleasure with a wide range of areas including: to work at. I met a huge range of people, from the staf to even some streamers • Apprenticeships The College’s Careers Guidance and YouTubers! It’s a great way to • Career choice Service is accredited by The collaborate and network with people if • Employability skills Quality in Careers Standard. you are interested in it, from general volunteering to working with the media • Higher Education team, which I was doing, there is a place • Progression routes for everyone among this group. The
whole experience was a challenge, but
it’s defnitely something I will do over and over again. Course: “ Interactive Media and Games Level 3 Progressed from: The Colne Community School and College
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 9 Our Campuses
Colchester Institute is a provider of high-quality education throughout north Essex, operating across campuses in Braintree, Colchester and Clacton. The College specialises in vocational (technical) skills and qualifcations to ensure students are experienced and qualifed for exciting careers in the industry of their choosing. In addition to school leaver programmes of study (for 16 to 18 year olds), the College also ofers part-time courses for adult learners (turn to page 72), Apprenticeships and degrees.
The College also owns an art gallery, The Minories, partners with local employers, including Colchester’s Mercury Theatre, and boasts a variety of services open to the public, including its own fne-dining restaurants (The Balkerne Restaurant and The Colne Bistro), live performances, private venue hire, its own person-centred Counselling Service and Salon Services, including hairdressing and beauty therapy.
University Centre Colchester
Degrees on your doorstep.
The Colchester campus is home to our higher education " provision, University Centre Colchester, which ofers a wide range of full-time and part-time foundation and honours degrees, together with HNC/Ds, Higher This symbol shows we Apprenticeships and postgraduate qualifcations. For have a related Higher more information on University Centre Colchester, turn Education course to page 73.
10 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 Braintree Campus
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What courses are on ofer?
Access to Higher Education Diploma 73 Applied Science Level 3 66 Beauty Therapy Level 2-3 64 Brickwork Level 1-3 40 Business Level 2-3 32 The College at Braintree is Colchester Institute’s second largest campus. Carpentry and Joinery Level 1-3 46 Set in attractive grounds, our Braintree campus is Children’s Play, Learning and Development 36 just a short walk away from Braintree town centre Level 3 and the George Yard Shopping Centre, as well as Computer Science Level 3 38 the local bus and train stations. Electrical Installations Level 1-3 42 The campus boasts fantastic purpose-built facilities, as well as its own library, on-site refectory where Engineering Level 1-3 50 students can purchase meals or snacks, and its own gym, which is free for students to use. Film and Television Production Level 3 48 Forensic and Criminal Investigation Level 3 66 Health and Social Care Level 2-3 54 STEM Innovation Centre Information Technology Level 2 38 Interactive Media and Games Design Level 3 48 Multimedia Production Level 2 48 The courses on ofer at our Braintree campus focus Plumbing Level 1-2 44 on skills priority areas for Essex. These include Technology, Engineering and Construction, Health Public Services Level 3 62 and Social Care, Business, and Digital Media. Skills for Enterprise Level 2 53 In 2017, the College opened its brand new Skills to Succeed Level 1 53 Innovation Centre for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM), which has been STEPS 3 – Preparation for Work 52 purposefully developed to deliver industry training to meet the demand for a skilled workforce. STEPS 4 – Career Transition 52 Welding and Fabrication Level 1-3 50
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What areas are on ofer?
Access to Higher Education 73 Art and Design 30 The Colchester campus is the largest of the Colchester Institute sites and is just a short Business and Accounting 32 walk from the town centre. Catering and Hospitality 34 There are few colleges that ofer students fne Childcare and Early Years 36 dining, the chance to have their hair cut and nails pampered, browse an on-site art gallery, relax in a Computing and IT 38 sensory garden and attend some fantastic music Construction and the Trades 40 concerts, all on one campus – students at the Colchester campus can enjoy all of this and more. Dental Nursing 54 The campus has recently celebrated several Digital Media 48 developments, which include the introduction of a new sensory garden, brand new gym facilities and Engineering and Manufacturing 50 a £10m South Wing STEM (Science, Technology, Foundation and Supported Learning 52 Engineering and Maths) centre to complement the site’s Catering and Hospitality facilities (known as Health and Social care 54 Chefs), and West Wing, which houses advanced Motor Vehicle 56 engineering and plumbing workshops and a modern dance and performing arts studio. Music 58 Performing Arts 60 Public Services 62 Salon Studies 64 Science 66 Sport 68
12 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 Clacton Campus
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What courses are on ofer?
Carpentry and Joinery Level 1-3 46 The College at Clacton is Colchester Institute’s Electrical Installations Level 1-3 42 third largest campus. Plumbing Level 1-2 44 The clean and modern environment caters for a wide range of students including school leavers Skills to Succeed 53 on full-time Study Programmes and adult learners STEPS 3 – Preparation for Work 52 undertaking part-time evening study. STEPS 4 – Career Transition 52 The College at Clacton boasts an excellent construction craft centre, which includes specialist facilities for plumbing and electrical installations, as well as multi-skills workshops for a wide range of construction-related programmes. The campus hosts a range of programmes for students who wish to increase their employability or independent living skills, and a walk-in Learning Shop for adults who wish to improve their English, Maths, IT or general employability skills. The campus also includes the Shore Café, which ofers students a convenient place to purchase meals or snacks.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/CLACTON 13 Industry Facilities at
Braintree Campus
Our state-of-the-art workshops, classrooms and equipment provide The College at Braintree students with the skills needed to succeed in the workplace. Signifcant investment has been made in the latest technologies – which include a universal steel shearing machine, a pillar drill, virtual reality headsets and much, much more – with a large proportion of equipment identical to that used by industry professionals on a daily basis.
The purpose-built STEM Innovation Centre equips tutors with the tools needed to demonstrate skills frst-hand to students, and allows crucial time for students’ trial and error before entering the world of work. “We have worked extensively with the District’s Engineering employers who have emphasised the need for facilities that will attract gifted and talented students who can be developed into the business leaders of the future. They need facilities which will enable learners to continue their studies beyond Level 3 to
“Instead of talking about state-of-the- degree level and students who can gain art technology, students can use the skills in future engineering processes that
machinery themselves and who knows, their companies will need. In opening this
one day may even advise their future centre, with these fantastic resources and “ facilities, we will be doing just that. employers on its use. “ Alison Andreas, Chris Coe, Assistant Area Head for Principal and Chief Executive Engineering and Manufacturing
14 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 The state of art facilities will provide local young people with the skills they need “ to get great jobs and help businesses grow. “ James Cleverly, MP for Braintree
NEW FOR 2019/2020
The College at Braintree is undergoing a massive transformation, set for completion in Autumn 2019. What’s changing? Not our provision! Shortly, the campus will see the introduction of another brand new teaching block, which will enable us to continue to meet the needs
“ of skills priority sectors, including Business, Students will fnd entering the workplace
less daunting as they will already be Computing and IT, Health and Social Care, Childcare and Early Years, Public Services familiar with industry equipment. “ and Beauty Therapy – courses which will all Tom Welham, Assistant Area continue to be ofered at the College – enabling Head for Digital Media students of all ages to study and gain skills for the jobs and careers valuable in the Braintree district, and beyond!
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Colchester Campus
In 2016, our Colchester campus saw the completion of a huge £10 million development project.
Expanding on the College’s existing ‘West Wing’ building – which houses modern facilities for engineering, electrical installations, wood occupations and plumbing – the ‘South Wing’ STEM Centre includes state-of-the-art workshops, laboratories and classrooms for students studying construction, digital media, science and more.
The facility is fully loaded with advanced equipment, including a HAAS CNC machining centre, simulation rigs, commercial 3D printers, air conditioning training rigs, auto-CAD and Mac workstations, and specialist science equipment, providing “The South Wing building is another step students with access to the tools and towards achieving our ambitious capital equipment they’ll be using in industry. development plans – all of which are aimed at supporting skills priority areas in
Essex. As one of the largest colleges in
the region, it’s our duty - and privilege -
to provide local people with the skills they
need to secure and succeed in the jobs “ We have the opportunity and careers that are available locally. “ “ to use the newest, Alison Andreas, Principal and Chief Executive state-of-the-art tools.
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The classrooms in “ South Wing are very “ sleek and modern.
NEW FOR 2019/2020
“ Colchester Institute is continuing This centre is a hugely impressive asset for Colchester and surrounding areas. to evolve. It’s absolutely amazing to have this The next phase of our Colchester campus sort of facility in this town. It’s going to development will see the creation of a brand
provide and contribute signifcantly to new teaching space dedicated to the areas of
the education of thousands of young Health, Social Care, Well-being and Fitness, and adult students. We all know and together with a new and innovative ftness recognise the importance of vocational “ gym. The purpose-built facilities will enable training and this new facility is going to be students of all ages to gain the practical and very key to it. theoretical skills and understanding needed for Will Quince, MP for Colchester a successful career in industry. For the latest information on our campus developments, visit: colchester.ac.uk
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 17 Focus on...
19%
of the total UK workforce are employed in the engineering sector BR CO CL CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING . From building inspectors to robotics supervisors, and civil engineers to construction labourers, there are many careers MILLION available in the Construction and Engineering sectors, and there engineering jobs will couldn’t be a better time to get started! need flling by 2024 There are an estimated 44,000 new recruits likely to be required in construction-related roles across Essex by 2021. Over 14,000 new houses are set to be built in Braintree by 2033, with an estimated 20,000 new jobs to be generated across the Braintree District alone. The Engineering sector is booming too, with an expected 2.56 million job openings in engineering companies expected up to 2022. Our Construction and Engineering provisions are at the heart of what we ofer. With superb facilities at each of our three campuses, real-life work stations set up as they would be on a job, and tutors who have extensive industry experience, we are able to provide the qualifcations and experience needed for a successful career.
Turn to page 40 to discover which of our Construction and Trades programmes are available at our Braintree, Colchester and Clacton campuses. Our specialist Engineering programmes are available at our Braintree and Colchester campuses. Turn to page 50 to fnd out more.
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As of June 2018, there are 2,261 active games companies in the UK
BR CO is expanding 2.6 times faster than the rest of DIGITAL MEDIA the UK economy
If you’re into creating images, videos, animations, special efects or even designing your own video games, why not put your hobby to work and train for a career in Digital Media?
The creative sector is one of the fastest growing areas of the UK economy and it’s a fascinating and exciting place in which to work! The Media industry is growing at an exceptional rate, with jobs available all over the world in a variety of diferent felds.
We’ve invested millions to ofer our Digital Media students access to state-of-the-art facilities, including professional industry-standard equipment, production and editing rooms, a television studio and Mac suites. Our courses are delivered by tutors with extensive experience in the creative industries, so you’ll leave us with the qualifcations, experience and drive to succeed in the working world.
Our Digital Media programmes are available at our Braintree and Colchester campuses. Turn to page 48 to fnd out more.
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275,000 more workers will be needed by 2025
BR CO
HEALTH AND of workers in the sector feel their work makes SOCIAL CARE a diference
Careers in Health and Social Care are among the most rewarding*. Over 96% of workers in the sector said they feel their work makes a diference, and there is a huge demand for new recruits, with plenty of opportunities for progression, as well as the chance to work with many diferent people.
The adult social care sector will need up to 275,000 more workers by 2025 to meet growing demand for care and support.
Our Health and Social Care courses are delivered by highly-qualifed tutors with a diverse range of professional healthcare experiences. Our Braintree and Colchester campuses include well-equipped laboratories and classrooms with interactive technology to ensure you are prepared for higher education (university) or employment.
* Source: allaboutcareers.com Our Health and Social Care programmes are available at our Braintree and Colchester campuses. Turn to page 54 to fnd out more.
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MILLION
people in England do at least 150 minutes of exercise per week 23% CO of the population aged 16 and over actively participate in sporting SPORT activities Build a career doing something you love!
There are over 450,000 sport-related jobs in the UK alone, making it one of the UK’s fastest growing sectors, and careers in sport can take you all over the world.
The Government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport estimates the UK Sport sector contributes a whopping £37bn to our economy!
Our Sport courses are delivered by highly-qualifed tutors with a wealth of experience. There are excellent facilities including well-equipped ftness suites, a new multi-foor gym, access to courts and pitches, and a large multi-purpose sports hall.
Our Sport programmes are available at our Colchester campus. Turn to page 68 to fnd out more.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 21 Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn
An Apprenticeship is a great way to gain a new qualifcation, get invaluable experience that employers are looking for and earn a salary. We ofer a range of Apprenticeships in many exciting subject areas for 92% you to develop your skills ready for your future career. of apprentices in work felt Our Apprenticeships are made up of a number of diferent elements to that their Apprenticeship provide you with a well-rounded understanding of your chosen vocation. had a positive impact This may include a vocational qualifcation, a technical certifcate, on their career development of Great English and Maths (GEM)*, employability, personal learning and thinking skills. You will usually be expected to work full-time, with either paid day release to College within your working hours or time given away from the immediate pressures of your daily duties to develop new skills leading to the completion of your Apprenticeship.
*For more information about how English and maths will form part of your Apprenticeship turn to page 7.
How to apply To apply for an Apprenticeship, simply complete the application form online at colchester.ac.uk/applynow, ensuring you complete section 4 stating your Apprenticeship choice and level. For more information on how to apply, including alternatives to applying online, turn to page 6. Find an employer To enrol onto an Apprenticeship you will require an employer; if you don’t currently have an employer, we can support you by ofering a matching out of service. If you already have an employer lined up, there is space for you to include their details on the application form. If you are currently 3 4 looking for an employer, please visit colchester.ac.uk/apprenticeships for our live Apprenticeship vacancies and further support on how to fnd apprentices stay with an employer. the same employer after You can also visit the Government’s Find an Apprenticeship website: their Apprenticeship fndapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeshipsearch to search employment opportunities.
We ofer apprenticeships at Level 2, Level 3 and Levels 4-6
LEVELS 4-6 Equivalent to an HNC/D, Foundation or Bachelor’s degree
LEVEL 3 Equivalent to two A Levels
LEVEL 2 Equivalent to fve GCSEs, grades A*-C (9-4)
22 ! APPRENTICESHIP ENQUIRIES: 01206 712412 There has never Luke Oscar The Apprenticeship has been a better “ provided an excellent start to my career. I can work and earn a wage while still securing time to start an the qualifcations I need to progress. Being paid to study Apprenticeship. and being able to achieve a qualifcation that is paid for you is a no brainer.
Apprenticeship: AAT Level 4 Employer: LPTA Ltd
Gemma Lacey Progressed from:
St Benedict’s Catholic College
“I really enjoy my time at “
work because it is very interactive. I enjoy learning about how to help the public “ with their oral health, and I enjoy the course.
Apprenticeship: Dental Nursing Level 3 Employer: The Smile Clinic Progressed from: The Stanway School Lauren Andrews I like earning while I learn. My favourite part of the Apprenticeship is being able to work in a team. I “ really like working with my team Apprenticeship members; we work really well qualifcations can include: together. I’d recommend an Apprenticeship for anyone who is
sure what they want to do in � A National Vocational Qualifcation (NVQ), their career.
which is based on completing practical tasks in the workplace Apprenticeship: Event Assistant Level 3 “ � A technical certifcate, which is usually Employer: Colchester Institute exam based Progressed from: Tendring Technology College � Skills that will help you while at work, such as in English, maths and IT
Want to fnd out more about an Apprenticeship with us? Contact our Apprenticeship team: # 01206 712412 or 01206 712727 [email protected] $ Text APPVAC to 66777
FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/APPRENTICESHIPS 23 Apprenticeships Continued
Subject Course title Level 2 Level 3 Levels 4-6
Accounting Accounting / Assistant Accountant
Professional Accountant / Tax Technician
Brickwork Brickwork
Business and Management Business Administration
Chartered Management Degree
Operations / Department Manager
Team Leader / Supervisor
Carpentry and Furniture Bench Joinery Production Site Carpentry
Catering and Hospitality Chef de Partie Commis Chef Hospitality Supervisor / Hospitality Team Member Childcare and Early Early Years Educator Years Education Computing and IT Cyber Intrusion Analyst Infrastructure Technician IT Professional Network Engineer Software Developer Construction Construction Management Maintenance Operations Property Maintenance Operative Creative Arts and Creative and Digital Media Digital Media Digital Marketer Event Assistant Customer Service Customer Service Practitioner Dental Health Dental Nurse Electrical Installations Installation Electrician / Maintenance Electrician Engineering Advanced Electrical / Electronics Manufacturing Electrical and Electronic Engineering Engineering Operations Engineering Technician Manufacturing Engineering Manufacturing Operations Rail Engineering Operative
24 ! APPRENTICESHIP ENQUIRIES: 01206 712412 Subject Course title Level 2 Level 3 Levels 4-6
Finance Commercial Procurement and Supply
Financial Services Administrator
Mortgage Adviser
Senior Financial Services Customer Adviser
Hairdressing Hairdressing / Professional Hair
Healthcare Adult Care Worker / Lead Adult Care Worker Healthcare Assistant Practitioner Healthcare Support Worker Senior Healthcare Support Worker Human Resources HR Consultant / Partner HR Support Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Vehicle Body Paint Refnishing Vehicle Body Repair Painting and Decorating Painting and Decorating Plumbing Plumbing Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Sport Activity Leadership Gym Instruction Teaching and Learning Supporting Teaching and Learning in Physical Education and School Sport Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Warehousing and Storage Warehousing and Storage Welding and Fabrication Welding and Fabrication Multi-positional Welder
Note: Please bear in mind, as part of your study COMING SOON you may be required to attend the College one day a week. This may not be required for the Visit our website to apply for our latest Apprenticeship vacancies duration of the Apprenticeship. If you have to complete Functional Skills as part of your Apprenticeship, you will be required to attend Subject Course title the College weekly. Carpentry and Furniture Furniture Manufacture Computing and IT Software Development Technician Construction Construction Surveying Technician Education Learning and Skills Teacher Engineering Engineering Design and Draughtsperson Public Services Public Service Operations Delivery Ofcer Warehousing and Storage Supply Chain Operator Supply Chain Warehouse Operative
FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/APPRENTICESHIPS 25 Careers and Destinations
Wood Occupations BR CO CL
Whether you’re interested in Our students have gone on to site carpentry, bench joinery, have successful careers as: kitchen ftting, furniture making or even boat building, studying • Architects Wood Occupations at one of our three campuses will provide • Carvers you with a foundation of skills • Civil Engineers and techniques you can use to • College Tutors succeed in the industry all over • Company Owners the world. • Construction Site Our Wood Occupations Managers courses are very hands-on so • Furniture Designers (at you will get as much practical Ikea and other furniture experience as possible to companies) prepare you for the world of work or higher education. See page 46 for more details.
Engineering BR CO
Engineering and Manufacturing Our students have gone on to are vital to the UK economy. have successful careers as: The industry is worth over £1 trillion annually to the UK • Automotive Engineers alone; and careers in Engineering • Aviation Engineers or Manufacturing can take you • Civil Engineers all over the world. Whatever your preference, whether it be • Maintenance Engineers practical, technical or analytical, • Manufacturing Engineers there is an exciting and proftable • Mechanical Engineers career waiting for you.
• Robotic and Automation
Our courses develop both Engineers practical and technical skills to enable you to progress to As an employer we recognise “ university, as an apprentice or “the importance of investing in in full-time employment. See new skills. page 50 for more details. Fläkt Woods Limited
26 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 Catering CO
Prep, bake and plate your way to a fast-paced career in catering. See page 34 for more details.
Follow in the footsteps of our students who have gone on to have successful careers as: Pastry afcionado Jamie Houghton won the 2017 • Bakery Owners UK Pastry Open and is now representing the • Cookery Teachers country at the 2019 • Cruise Ship Chefs Coupe de Monde de la • Wedding Cake Patisserie (the World Cup Designers of pastry making)!
Former student Steve Groves was crowned winner of the popular BBC show MasterChef: The Professionals in 2009 and is currently head chef at Roux at Parliament Square. Photograph: Des Willie/BBC/Shine Ltd
Health and Social Care BR CO
The Health and Social Care Our students have gone on to sector is one of the UK’s key have successful careers as: areas for employment growth, so there are ample job opportunities • Counsellors to take advantage of! • Domiciliary Care Assistants Practical skills are crucial for a successful career in the • Drug and Alcohol industry. Our Health and Social Workers Care courses are designed with • Employment Advisers practical elements to ensure you • Family Support Workers have the skills, knowledge and • Home Care Managers understanding to succeed in employment or higher education. • Learning Disabilities See page 54 for more details. Workers
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 27 Meet some of our Tutors
“I founded the Ginnel Foto “After a successful career “I have worked as a chef in “I previously worked in Fest, an annual photography as a Senior Manager within Switzerland and France, as London as a Network event which provides people both the retail and banking well as being fortunate to System Support Engineer. with alternative spaces to industries, I am now able to have cooked in the patisseries Without the experiences, exhibit their work; I think it’s share my experiences with of some of the best 5 star knowledge and qualifcations really important to encourage students and support them hotels in London, and now I I gained, I couldn’t be in the students to start showing in understanding the exciting can pass on my knowledge to position now to pass my work professionally early on in opportunities within the world the next generation of chefs.” knowledge onto budding their careers.” of Business.” computer scientists.”
Mike Klencher John Abrahams Paula Summerell Mark Stanford Lecturer in the area of Lecturer in the area of Lecturer in the area of Lecturer in the area of Art and Design Business and Accounting Catering and Hospitality Computing and IT
“My professional experience “I’ve been an English teacher “I attended Colchester “At Colchester Institute, we in Film and Television as a for 13 years and spent four Institute as an apprentice. I really help ensure that a writer, producer and director years teaching in China. really enjoyed my training at passion for music is turned serves me well in helping Improving your English skills the College, and after gaining into a viable career. Music students develop their skills opens up possibilities all over some experience in the motor is one of the UK’s biggest and take their frst steps into the world and it’s great to be trade, I wanted to come back exports. There has never the industry.” involved in teaching students and teach on the course been a better time to start a from overseas.” myself.” career in music!”
Matthew McGuchan Giles Armour Matt Collins Michael Allen Lecturer in the area of Course Leader: English Assistant Area Head for Course Leader in the area Digital Media for Speakers of Other Motor Vehicle of Performing Arts and Languages (ESOL) Music
28 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 “Working as a professional “Colchester Institute has “Working as a professional “After training at Colchester dancer I travelled the world allowed me to bring enriched, in the hairdressing industry Institute myself I progressed being paid for doing a job industry-based value to our has primed me with the skills on to gain vital experience. I love. Now I get to help learners’ development by needed to give me confdence This inspired me to become a prepare students to take that utilising my 29-years of Army to inspire the hairdressers of tutor to enthuse students with next step in their careers so service; with its diversity of the future.” my passion and skills, so that they can do the same. Hard roles, responsibilities and they can push the boundaries work really does pay of!” deployments.” in this ever-changing industry.”
Hazel Banham Justin Powles Emma Webster Bryony Narborough Course Leader in the area Lecturer in the area Assessor in the area Course Leader in the area of Performing Arts and of Public Services of Salon Studies: of Salon Studies: Beauty Music Hairdressing
“I love teaching science at “Starting out as a student “As a student, I loved “I like that after studying at Colchester Institute as it is here myself, I went on to Colchester Institute’s Welding Colchester Institute, students more hands-on than at gain industry experience in and Fabrication course; I had are able to progress onto a other colleges. 100% of sports management and two unforgettable lecturers range of roles. Some students our students have gone sports development. I now and now I can pass on what begin successful careers in to university to study a run a sports programme at they taught me.” science-related courses the College, passing on the the City of London in felds and I’m very proud of that!” knowledge I have gained to such as banking, insurance students.” and marketing.”
Rachel Shedd, Rhian Springett Chris Coe Kully Phagura Lecturer in the area Lecturer in the area Assistant Area Head Course Tutor for the of Science of Sport for Engineering and College’s Career Ready Manufacturing Programme
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 29 “
Zak Smith
My tutor’s enthusiasm and infectious love for animation is what I value the most; his experience in the industry is invaluable. I enjoy learning
through exciting project briefs
that challenge me to grow as an artist and animator. Course: “ Graphic Arts Level 3 Progressed from: The Thomas Lord Audley School
Art, Design, Fashion and Photography
If you’re highly creative, dynamic and self-motivated...
Entry Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Requirements Opportunities
Ideas development, One • 1 A Level (A*-C) in an Degree-level study identifying and honing CO Year Art and Design subject or employment your specialist skill, • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) in the creative " exploration of diferent including English and industries materials and methods, Maths, or satisfactory Foundation art and design projects, results (Merit/Distinction) Diploma in Art studio and workshop in a relevant practice, gallery visits, Level 3 qualifcation and Design evaluation and refection, preparation • An interview with a for progression portfolio of work
30 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/art&design Entry Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Requirements Opportunities
Develop drawing, digital, One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study craft and time-based CO or including English and including a Higher skills, and explore Two Maths plus an Art and Apprenticeship, " character design, Years Design subject, or or employment Animation storytelling and model satisfactory results and making. Develop your (Merit/Distinction) in a Illustration personal interests in relevant Level 2 2D design, comic book qualifcation art, stop animation • An interview with a and more portfolio of work
Develop your art and One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study design skills with use CO Year including English and including a Higher of diferent materials, Maths plus an Art and Apprenticeship, " processes and technical Design subject, or or employment Art skills, explore 2D and satisfactory results and 3D media, research and (Merit/Distinction) in a Design presentation skills, art relevant Level 2 and design projects qualifcation • An interview with a portfolio of work
Learn how to develop One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to your art and design CO Year including English and Level 3 or an skills and ideas, and be Maths plus an Art and Apprenticeship introduced to pathways Design subject, or Art and including Fashion, satisfactory results Illustration and Graphics (Merit/Distinction) in Design a relevant Level 1 qualifcation • An interview with a portfolio of work
Develop digital skills One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study through projects CO or including English and including a Higher exploring typography, Two Maths, or satisfactory Apprenticeship, " Digital publishing, branding and Years results (Merit/Distinction) or employment advertising in a relevant Level 2 Graphics qualifcation • An interview with a portfolio of work
Develop textile One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study techniques, 2D and CO or including English and including a Higher 3D structures, design Two Maths plus an Art and Apprenticeship, " development, pattern Years Design or Textiles subject, or employment Fashion, cutting, garment or satisfactory results Textiles and construction, (Merit/Distinction) in a Costume commercial projects relevant Level 2 qualifcation • An interview with a portfolio of work
Develop camera One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study techniques including CO or including English and including a Higher portraiture, advertising, Two Maths plus an Art and Apprenticeship, " documentary and Years Design subject, or or employment fne-art photography, satisfactory results Photography research skills, live (Merit/Distinction) in projects, darkroom a relevant Level 2 techniques, moving qualifcation images and location • An interview with a photography portfolio of work
Develop camera One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to techniques, studio CO Year including English and Level 3 or an and location Maths plus an Art and Apprenticeship photography, moving Design subject, or image, experimental satisfactory results• Example Apprenticeship 1 Photography photography, darkroom (Merit/Distinction)• Example in Apprenticeship 2 techniques a relevant Level• Example 1 Apprenticeship 3 qualifcation • An interview with a portfolio of work
Fashion is the LARGEST employer of all the UK’s creative industries. % Source: thecreativeindustries.co.uk 31 “
Lorenzo De Leon
The course opens so many doors. I like that it’s coursework based and having a business mentor is brilliant. The internship
I got through the course will help
my university application and when I look for a job in the future. Course: “ Business Level 3 Progressed from: The Sixth Form College, Colchester
Business and Accounting
If you’re organised, logical thinking and like generating exciting new ideas...
CAREER OPTIONS Chartered Accountant £22,000 – £70,000+
Marketing Manager £25,000 – £50,000+
Business Risk Manager £21,000 – £70,000+
Source: National Careers Service
32 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/business Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Advanced bookkeeping, One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Progression to SAGE accounting, CO Year including English professional training " preparing ledgers, trial and Maths programmes in balance and management • Satisfactory results Accounting at Level 4, reports, professional ethics, (Merit/Distinction) in degree-level study Accounting preparing VAT returns, fnal a relevant Level 3 including a Higher (Fast track) account preparation qualifcation or Apprenticeship, equivalent AS/A Level or employment • Pre-assessment • An interview
Basic bookkeeping One • 4 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Progression to transactions and controls, CO Year including English Business Level 3 or SAGE accounting, payroll, and Maths an Accounting costings, company law, • An interview Apprenticeship Accounting business communication
Marketing, business Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study communication, accounting, BR Years including English including a Higher product promotion, retail, and Maths or Apprenticeship, " starting-up a new small satisfactory results or employment business, market research, (Merit/Distinction) in Business managing business CO a relevant Level 2 events, employment law, qualifcation visual merchandising, • An interview international business
Marketing, business One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to communication, accounting, BR Year including English Level 3 or an product promotion, retail, and Maths or Apprenticeship business communications, satisfactory results starting up a small business, (Merit/Distinction) in Business market research CO a relevant Level 1 qualifcation • An interview
in this area include:
• Assistant Accountant • Business Administration • Financial Services Administrator
See Pages 22-25
Our Career Ready Programme helps Business and Accounting students to gain & additional industry placements and mentoring to beneft their future careers. 33 “
Katie Ryder
I really enjoy all the practical work and making a variety of dishes. All the teachers are bubbly and
enthusiastic about the course
which makes it more enjoyable. I wish to work in pastry in the future. Course: “ Professional Chef Level 3 Progressed from: East Bergholt High School
Catering and Hospitality
If you have great time management, communicate well and love to cook or plan successful events...
CAREER OPTIONS Chef £13,000 – £50,000+
Restaurant Manager £18,000 – £45,000+
Events Manager £17,000 – £80,000+
Source: Prospects
34 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/catering Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Fine dining for our two Three • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Degree-level study restaurants open to the CO Years • An interview including a Higher general public, pâtisserie, Apprenticeship, experimental cookery, or employment menu planning, sourcing Professional produce, regional work experience, food safety, Chef customer service, national competition work and visits, which include New York
Food preparation and Three • 4 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Further study cookery for restaurant CO Years • An interview including an operations, pâtisserie, Apprenticeship, kitchen workshops, or employment customer service in our Professional restaurants, local work experience, food safety, Cookery national competition work and visits, which include New York
Team leadership, event One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Further study planning, allocating CO Year including English including an resources, sales, fnance, and Maths or Apprenticeship, Hospitality customer service, extensive satisfactory results or employment Management employer engagement (Merit/Distinction) in and programme on and of a relevant Level 2 Supervision site, opportunities for qualifcation work experience, national • An interview (Food Service competition work and visits, and Events) which include New York
Customer service, reception One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to skills, restaurant operations, CO Year including English Level 3 or an handling payments and and Maths or Apprenticeship billing, communicating with satisfactory results Hospitality customers, maintaining a (Merit/Distinction) in (Restaurant, safe and secure working a relevant Level 1 Reception and environment, national qualifcation Customer competition work and visits, • An interview Service) which include New York
in this area include:
• Chef de Partie • Commis Chef • Hospitality Supervisor
See Pages 22-25
Earn While You Learn
The hospitality industry is the 4th biggest employer in the UK. ' Source: British Hospitality Association 35 “
Antonia Constantinou
The course has given me the experience to understand everything I need to know about children, but in a fun way. I’ve made lots of friends. We get work
experience by going to a nursery
twice a week, which is a great way to learn. Course: “ Children’s Play, Learning and Development Level 2 Progressed from: Alec Hunter Academy
Childcare and Early Years
If you’re responsible and like working with children…
CAREER OPTIONS Early Years Practitioner £14,000 – £24,000+
Primary School Teacher £22,000 – £59,000+
Teaching Assistant £11,500 – £23,000+
Source: National Careers Service
36 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/childcare Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Special educational needs Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study (SEN), child development, BR Years including English including a Higher literacy and numeracy and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " in schools, working with satisfactory results or employment babies and young children, (Merit/Distinction) in Children’s 750 hours work placement, CO a relevant Level 2 Play, full-time course usually qualifcation or over fve days per week, equivalent A Level Learning and residential trips abroad Development • An interview • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check
Physical care routines, One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to meeting the needs of the CO Year including English Level 3 or an developing child, children’s Language, or Apprenticeship play, managing paediatric satisfactory results Children’s illness and injury, 200 hours (Merit/Distinction) work placement, full-time in a relevant Play, course usually over fve Level 1 qualifcation Learning and days per week, Forest • An interview Development School trip • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check
Personal and human One • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to development, healthy CO Year including English Level 2 or an lifestyles, orientation to Language Apprenticeship work, teamwork and • An interview communications, 30 hours Caring For work placement, full-time • Satisfactory Children course usually over four Disclosure and days per week, Forest Barring Service Under Five School trip (DBS*) check
*Please note, there is a charge of £60 for an online DBS check
in this area include:
• Early Years Educator • Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
See Pages 22-25
There are over 450,000 early years staf in the UK. ( Source: Childcare and Early Years Providers Survey 37 “
Amy Peagram
At Colchester Institute you can be independent. The topics I’m studying give me an insight
to all areas of computing and
the course has given me the opportunity to gain work experience. Course: “ Computer Science Level 3 Progressed from: Philip Morant School and College
Computing and IT
If you’re excited to develop new technology...
CAREER OPTIONS Network Manager £22,000 – £70,000+
Software Developer £20,000 – £70,000+
Cyber Security Analyst £25,000 – £60,000+
Source: National Careers Service
38 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/computing Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
The science of computing, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study computer systems, software BR Years including English, including a Higher design, cyber security, Maths and IT, or Apprenticeship, " business applications of satisfactory results or employment social media, games CO (Merit/Distinction) Computer development, website in a relevant Level 2 Science development, digital qualifcation graphics and animation, • An interview databases, computing networking and visualisation
Creating and managing Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study information technology CO Years including English including a Higher systems, using social and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " media in business, satisfactory results or employment website development, (Merit/Distinction) in Information programming, cyber a relevant Level 2 Technology security and incident qualifcation management and games • An interview development
The online world, One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to technology systems, BR Year including English Level 3 or an a digital portfolio, computer and Maths, or Apprenticeship networks, creating digital satisfactory results graphics, software (Merit/Distinction) in Information CO a relevant Level 1 and Creative qualifcation Technology • An interview
in this area include:
• Cyber Intrusion Analyst • Network Engineer • Software Developer
See Pages 22-25
Our Career Ready Programme helps Computing and IT students to gain & additional industry placements and mentoring to beneft their future careers. 39 “
Tifany-Rose Dyer
Every day I am at College I feel
that my work is improving. I like
that I get to work alongside my friends too. Course: “ Painting and Decorating Level 2 Progressed from: Alec Hunter Academy
Construction and the Trades:
Building and Decorating
If you’re practical, good with numbers and can follow instructions... CAREER OPTIONS Bricklayer £15,000 – £30,000+
Construction Site Supervisor £28,000 – £40,000+
Painter and Decorator £15,000 – £30,000+
Source: National Careers Service
40 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/construction&trades Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Develop brickwork skills Three • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Degree-level study in a specialist environment BR Years including English and including a Higher using simulated conditions Maths Apprenticeship, to ensure you leave us • An interview or employment with the expertise and knowledge required in CO Brickwork industry. Learn block and bricklaying, masonry work, solid and cavity walls, chimney and freplaces, curved walls and decorative panels
Construction and building Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study technology, computer-aided CO Years including English including a Higher design (CAD), building and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " surveying, sustainable satisfactory results or employment Construction construction, economics (Merit/Distinction) in and the Built and fnance, project a relevant Level 2 Environment management, ICT in qualifcation construction, health and • An interview safety in construction, and graphical detailing
Preparing surfaces, Two • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to brush and roller systems, CO Years including English and an Apprenticeship papering walls and ceilings, Maths or employment decorative fnishes, creating • An interview Painting and applying colours, safe and working practises, erecting and dismantling access Decorating equipment and working platforms, producing specialist decorative fnishes
Develop skills in brickwork, One • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to carpentry, decorating, CO Year including English and Level 2 or an plastering and tiling. Maths Apprenticeship Units include health and • An interview safety, half brick walling, Multi Skills block walling, cavity walls, halving joints, fxing architraves and skirting, painting techniques, tiling a plain wall, painting and wallpapering
in this area include:
• Brickwork • Construction Management • Maintenance Operations • Painting and Decorating • Property Maintenance Operative
See Pages 22-25
Earn While You Learn
The construction industry employs more than 2 MILLION people. ) Source: prospects.co.uk 41 “
Cade Hall
I fnd the course enjoyable, which means I’m able to learn well. The
College is good because it’s so
relaxed compared to secondary school. Course: “ Electrical Installations Level 2 Progressed from: Tabor Academy
Construction and the Trades:
If you’re practical, organised Electrical and can follow technical drawing, plans and diagrams...
CAREER OPTIONS Domestic Appliance Service Engineer £17,000 – £28,000+ Electrician £18,000 – £42,000+ Lift Engineer £18,000 – £35,000+
Source: National Careers Service
42 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/construction&trades Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Electrical practical skills, Three • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Degree-level study wiring, electrical principles, BR Years including English and including a Higher advanced electrical Maths (A*-C/9-4) Apprenticeship, systems, fault diagnosis • An interview or employment and rectifcation, portfolio building, health and safety, CO
Electrical installation technology, Installations inspection and testing CL
“
Joe Hyde
I really enjoy my course. It is challenging and hard at times,
but it allows me to go on to
Level 3, and then I’ll be able to work as a qualifed electrician. Course: “ Electrical Installations Level 2 Progressed from: The Ramsey Academy
in this area include:
• Electrical Installations
See Pages 22-25
Earn While You Learn
The average salary for an electrician is more than that of any other trade. * Source: tradeskill4u.co.uk 43 “
Sam Utting
This course gives me the knowledge to install all household
plumbing. The space and
plumbing blocks we practice in are great. Course: “ Plumbing Level 2 Progressed from: Tabor Academy
Construction and the Trades:
Plumbing and Heating
If you are practical and have the ability to follow safe working practices... CAREER OPTIONS Gas Service Technician £12,000 – £38,000+ Plumber £15,000 – £40,000+
Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Installer £20,000 – £35,000+
Source: National Careers Service
44 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/construction&trades Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Installation, service and One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to maintenance, fault CO Year including English and Level 3 or an diagnosis, rectify and Maths apprenticeship Air commissioning, including • An interview Conditioning F Gas (Category One) and Refrigeration
Copper and steel pipework Two • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to methods, domestic water BR Years including English and a Level 3 supplies, central heating Maths (A*-C/9-4) Apprenticeship systems and above ground • An interview or employment drainage CO Plumbing
CL
in this area include:
• Plumbing • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
See Pages 22-25
Earn While You Learn
The UK domestic central heating market is INCREASING. + Source: prospects.co.uk 45 “
Louis Stacey
Colchester Institute is a great place to learn. You’re kept on your toes every day. I like my course because I enjoy making
things and I’m in a nice
environment with friendly staf and good food! Course: “ Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 Progressed from: The Colne Community School and College
Construction and the Trades:
Wood Occupations
If you’re practical, enjoy making things and have great attention to detail... CAREER OPTIONS Carpenter £16,000 – £40,000+
Furniture Designer £18,000 – £45,000+
Wood Machinist £16,000 – £28,000+
Source: National Careers Service
46 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/construction&trades Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Hand and power tools for Three • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Degree-level study joints, hanging doors, BR Years including English including a Higher ftting stairs, rafters and and Maths Apprenticeship, ironmongery, using • An interview or employment machinery, cutting roofs, woodworking joints, health CO Carpentry and safety, frames, fooring and and roofng, circular saw Joinery operation, double doors and mouldings, set-up CL and use of fxed and transportable machinery
Making and attaching Two • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Degree-level study doors, drawers and fttings, CO Years including English including a Higher veneering, handmade and Maths Apprenticeship, furniture, timber technology, • An interview or employment technical drawing, using machinery, assembly, hand-fnishing design and Furniture curved work, health and Production safety, specialist techniques
in this area include:
• Bench Joinery • Site Carpentry
See Pages 22-25
Earn While You Learn
The UK Carpentry and Joinery industry is EXPANDING. , Source: IBISWorld UK 47 “
Jessica Powell
I love the creative freedom you have within the project briefs. The experience and enthusiasm of the tutors inspires me and provides the confdence that I need to succeed.
Course: Interactive Media and Games Design Level 3 “ Progressed from: St John Payne Catholic School
Digital Media
If you’re creative and love using technology...
CAREER OPTIONS Video Editor £18,000 – £45,000+
Computer Games Developer £19,000 – £70,000+
TV Production Assistant £15,000 – £30,000+
Source: National Careers Service
48 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/media Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Pre-production, flm One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study and video editing and BR or including English including a Higher post-production, Two and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " cinematography, music Years satisfactory results or employment Film video production, video (Merit/Distinction) in and technology, single camera, CO a relevant Level 2 Television interview techniques, qualifcation Production broadcasting • An interview
Digital moving image One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to production, planning and CO Year including English Level 3 or an pitching a digital media and Maths, or Apprenticeship product, digital audio, satisfactory results lighting, digital editing (Merit/Distinction) in Film and a relevant Level 1 Television qualifcation Production • An interview
Games design and One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study development, animation, BR or including English including a Higher 3D/2D modelling, coding, Two and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " interactive media, concept Years satisfactory results or employment art, online gaming, games (Merit/Distinction) in Interactive industry, media industry CO a relevant Level 2 Media and context and research qualifcation Games Design • An interview
Computer games design One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to and development, CO Year including English Level 3 or an planning and pitching a and Maths, or Apprenticeship digital media product, satisfactory results digital audio editing, digital (Merit/Distinction) in Interactive art, animation, 3D modelling a relevant Level 1 Media and qualifcation Games Design • An interview
Visual efects, animation, One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study concept design and art, CO or including English including a Higher 3D/2D modelling, matte Two and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " skills, digital sculpture, Years satisfactory results or employment VFX optics, CGI, electronic (Merit/Distinction) in (Visual Efects) imaging, cinematography, a relevant Level 2 and Animation post-production, media qualifcation industry context and research
Digital moving image One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to NEW production, planning and BR Year including English Level 3 or an pitching a digital media and Maths, or Apprenticeship product, digital audio, satisfactory results lighting, digital editing, (Merit/Distinction) in Multimedia computer games design a relevant Level• Example 1 Apprenticeship 1 Production and development, qualifcation• Example Apprenticeship 2 planning and pitching a • An interview• Example Apprenticeship 3 digital media product, digital audio editing, digital art, animation, 3D modelling See Pages available in Digital Media 22-25
UK creative industries generate £91.8 BN A YEAR to the economy. - Source: thecreativeindustries.co.uk 49 “
Bethany Evans
My favourite part of the course is knowing I’ll fnish College with skills that employers need. I’ve
been able to make a good group of friends who have the same
type of interests as me and I’ve got involved with all sorts of College activities. “ Course: Welding and Fabrication Level 1 Progressed from: Manningtree High School
Engineering and Manufacturing
If you enjoy using tech and solving problems...
Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Students studying this Two Level 3 pathway shall learn how CO Years • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study electronic components including English, including a Higher work and how circuits are Maths and Science, Apprenticeship, " built from these. Units on or satisfactory results or employment this Study Programme (Merit/Distinction) in include principles of a relevant Level 2 engineering, engineering qualifcation workshop practice, working Electronics, in engineering businesses, • An interview Automation electronic components, electronic assembly, One Level 2 and electronic test equipment Year Robotics and automation • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to including English Level 3 or an and Maths, or Apprenticeship satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant Level 1 qualifcation See • An interview Pages 22-25 available in Engineering and Manufacturing
50 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/engineering Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Units on this Study Two Level 3 Programme include CO Years • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study principles of engineering, including English, including a Higher engineering workshop Maths and Science, Apprenticeship, " practice, working in or satisfactory results or employment engineering businesses, (Merit/Distinction) in engineering materials, a relevant Level 2 electronics control and qualifcation instrumentation, mechanical Mechanical structures and dynamics, • An interview design, mathematics and and Electrical One Maintenance statistics, and innovation Level 2 and new technologies Year • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to including English Level 3 or an and Maths, or Apprenticeship satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant Level 1 qualifcation • An interview
On this Study Programme, Two Level 3 students learn about BR Years • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study machining processes and including English, including a Higher the types of equipment Maths and Science, Apprenticeship, " used in industry. CO or satisfactory results or employment (Merit/Distinction) in Units include principles of a relevant Level 2 engineering, engineering qualifcation workshop practice, working in engineering businesses, • An interview engineering materials, Mechanical electronics control and One Level 2 Engineering instrumentation, mechanical Year • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to and structures and dynamics, including English Level 3 or an design, and mathematics and Maths, or Apprenticeship Manufacturing and statistics. Students will satisfactory results Technologies also have the opportunity (Merit/Distinction) in to study their choice of a relevant Level 1 automotive engineering, qualifcation power and energy in engineering, rail engineering • An interview or marine engineering One Level 1 Year • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to including English Level 2 or an and Maths Apprenticeship • An interview
Students on this Study Two Level 3 Programme gain the BR Years • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study essential practical and including English, including a Higher theoretical skills in a Maths and Science, Apprenticeship, wide variety of welding CO or satisfactory results or employment processes, ranging from (Merit/Distinction) in gas shielded arc welding to a relevant Level 2 manual metal arc, laser and qualifcation submerged arc welding in order to assemble and join • An interview metals to a standard. One Level 2 Students gain an Year • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to Welding and understanding of common including English Level 3 or an Fabrication faws in welded joints and and Maths, or Apprenticeship how to assess if a welded satisfactory results joint is satisfactory. Units (Merit/Distinction) in include working with a relevant Level 1 sheet metal, MIG and TIG qualifcation welding, health and safety, computer-aided design • An interview• Example Apprenticeship 1 (CAD), manual cutting and • Example Apprenticeship 2 technical information One Level 1 • Example Apprenticeship 3 Year • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to including English Level 2 or an and Maths Apprenticeship • An interview
2.56 million job openings in engineering companies up to 2022. . Source: EngineeringUK 51 Foundation and Supported Learning
STEPS Programmes Entry Requirements Our STEPS programmes focus on helping young people with individual There are no formal entry requirements, learning needs. A student’s STEPS starting point is informed by their just a desire to improve skills to enable learning and progression goals, and assessment of support needs. The successful progression. curriculum ofer extends from Entry Level to Level 1 and includes a wide range of exciting subjects.
LEVEL STEPS 5 - SUPPORTED INTERNSHIP For students with learning difculties and/or disabilities who CO 1 have a real commitment to achieve their employment goals. LEVEL STEPS 4 - CAREER TRANSITION BR For students with additional needs who require supported learning CO at Entry Level/Level 1 before progressing to vocational study, 1 employment and/or an Apprenticeship. CL LEVEL BR STEPS 3 - PREPARATION FOR WORK For students who wish to develop their skills for independence and employment, CO and work towards achievement of personal goals. E CL LEVEL STEPS 2 - SUPPORTED STUDIES For students who aspire to increase their independence but wish to continue their CO E education in a highly supportive environment. LEVEL STEPS 1 - LEARNING FOR LIVING For students with complex learning difculties and/or disabilities who require a high level of CO E additional support.
52 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/foundation “
Jordan Sharpe
The teachers and Learning Support Practioners have helped me with my confdence and
pushed me to develop my skill
set. Next year I am hoping to start an Apprenticeship. Course: “ STEPS 4 Progressed from: Home schooling
Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Project planning, personal One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to fnance, managing risk, BR Year or satisfactory Level 3, or an teamwork, decision completion of a Apprenticeship making, work experience, Level 1 qualifcation, Skills For employability skills CO or consideration via Enterprise an assessment at interview
Career planning, job One • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to searching, confdence BR Year or satisfactory Level 2, or an building, health awareness, completion of a Apprenticeship community projects Level 1 qualifcation or consideration via CO an assessment Skills To Succeed at interview CL
Goals for employment, One • There are no formal Progression to interview and presentation CO Year entry requirements Levels 1 or 2, or skills, cookery, media, for this programme, an Apprenticeship photography, craft skills, just the desire to Progression customer service improve your skills Studies for progression on to another programme
Preparation for Trinity One • This programme is Progression to ESOL Skills for Life CO Year for students whose Levels 1 or 2, or ESOL – examinations, maths frst language is not an Apprenticeship Stepping Up and ICT, citizenship, English. There are employability skills, no formal entry work experience requirements• Example for this Apprenticeship 1 programme, just the English For desire to improve• Example Apprenticeship 2 Speakers your skills •for Example Apprenticeship 3 progression on to Of Other another programme Languages
For students aspiring to meet their goals in learning, life and work. /0 Source: Nicola Duke, Area Head of Foundation and Supported Learning 53 “
Maisie Baker
I love the one on one support from our tutors and also support and encouragement from our
peers. I fnd the course so interesting and I love learning.
The positive vibes in the class help too! Course: “ Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 Progressed from: Harwich and Dovercourt High School
Health and Social Care, and Dental Nursing
If you’re a caring person and like to help others...
CAREER OPTIONS Healthcare Assistant £15,000 – £20,000+
Social Worker £24,000 – £35,000+
Dental Hygienist £22,000 – £41,000+
Source: National Careers Service
54 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/health Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Human lifespan Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study development, working in BR Years including English, including a Higher health and social care, Maths and Science, Apprenticeship, " meeting care and support or satisfactory results or employment needs, principles of safe (Merit/Distinction) in practice, vocational work CO a relevant Level 2 experience in hospitals, qualifcation Health and day centres and residential Social Care settings, applying theory • An interview to practice, exams and • Satisfactory coursework Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check
Skills for care services, One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to work experience BR Year including English Level 3 or an placements, care and and Maths, or Apprenticeship support for all age ranges satisfactory results across a variety of sectors, (Merit/Distinction) in exams, coursework and CO a relevant Level 1 Health and assessments, equality and qualifcation Social Care diversity, placement support • An interview to link theory to practice • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check
Communication skills, One • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to food hygiene, infection CO Year including English and Level 2 or an prevention, safeguarding Maths Apprenticeship and protection, study • An interview Health and skills, organisation and Social Care employability skills • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check
Cross infection control, frst One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression aid, safeguarding, reception CO Year including English to a Level 3 and administration, health and Maths, or Dental Nursing Preparing and safety satisfactory results Apprenticeship To Work In (Merit/Distinction) in Dental a relevant Level 1 qualifcation Environments • An interview
*Please note, there is a charge of £60 for an online DBS check
in this area include:
• Adult Care Worker • Dental Nurse • Senior Healthcare Support Worker
See Pages 22-25
Earn While You Learn
The UK spends OVER 18% of its budget on health and social care. 1 Source: healthwatch.co.uk 55 “
Ian Wilks
Practising my skills on a range of cars has been a great experience. The tutors are knowledgeable and supportive, and they’ve enabled me to have
confdence in what I do.
Course: Motor Vehicle Service and “ Repair Level 2 Progressed from: Clacton County High School
Motor Vehicle
If you like fixing things, have great attention to detail and the ability to follow clear instructions...
CAREER OPTIONS Motor Mechanic £15,000 – £32,000+
Breakdown Engineer £20,000 – £40,000+
Vehicle Finishing Technician £15,000 – £23,000+
Source: National Careers Service
56 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/motor Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Preparing metal and Three • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Degree-level study pre-painted surfaces, CO years including English including a Higher preparing and applying and Maths Apprenticeship, fllers and foundation • An interview or employment Vehicle materials to vehicles, Accident rectifying paint defects, vehicle structure technology and and workshop, repair and Repair refnishing techniques and technology, health and safety practices
Engine and systems Three • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Degree-level study technology, chassis CO years including English including a Higher systems technology, and Maths, or Apprenticeship, electrical systems satisfactory results or employment Motor technology, valeting, (Merit/Distinction) in Vehicle health and safety a relevant Level 1 Service practices, employability qualifcation and • An interview Repair
An introduction to the One • 3 GCSEs (A*-G/9-1) Progression to service and repair of light CO year including English Level 2 or an vehicles, including a basic and Maths Apprenticeship understanding of vehicle • An interview Motor systems operation and Vehicle function. The course has a practical focus, but also Transport includes elements of theory Maintenance
in this area include:
• Light Vehicle Maintenance Repair • Vehicle Body Paint Refnishing • Vehicle Body Repair
See Pages 22-25
Earn While You Learn
Brits spend tens of billions on service and repair every year. 2 Source: smmt.co.uk 57 “
Luis Williamson
I really like working in a team
with other students to write new
music, and learning about the music industry is really enjoyable! Course: “ Popular Music Level 3 Progressed from: The Plume School
Music
If you’re passionate about music and playing instruments...
CAREER OPTIONS Live Sound Engineer £25,000 – £40,000+
Music Promotions Manager £12,000 – £60,000+
Film Sound Technician £16,000 – £35,000+
Source: National Careers Service
58 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/music Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Live sound, harmony and Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study context, music production CO Years including English, or including a Higher techniques, composing, satisfactory results Apprenticeship, " concert production and (Merit/Distinction) in or employment staging, music performance a relevant Level 2 techniques, music theory qualifcation Popular Music • An audition to demonstrate musical ability at Grade 4/5 or equivalent
Performance workshops, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study composition and CO years including English, or including a Higher arrangement, musicianship satisfactory results Apprenticeship, " skills, musical theory and (Merit/Distinction) in or employment harmony, ensembles a relevant Level 2 Professional qualifcation • An audition to Musician demonstrate musical ability at Grade 4/5 or equivalent
Sound recording, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study sequencing, live sound CO years including English, or including a Higher operation and acoustics, satisfactory results Apprenticeship, " audio engineering, music (Merit/Distinction) in or employment Music theory, music for flm and a relevant Level 2 Production television, composing qualifcation and • An interview Technology
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Elliot Berry
I enjoy using the high-quality equipment. The performances are very benefcial to my progression. Tutors are always keen to help
and keep us well informed. The
campus is always calm and a good environment to learn in. Course: “ Popular Music Level 3 Progressed from: The Thomas Lord Audley School
The UK is the world’s BIGGEST consumer of music relative to its population. 3 Source: thecreativeindustries.co.uk 59 “
Paige Willson
I love my course because I get to work across other areas (Dance, Musical Theatre, Digital Media etc.) It’s more practical
than written, and you learn a wide
range of skills as well as perform in two end-of-year shows. Course: “ Acting Level 3 Progressed from: Honywood Community Science School
Performing Arts
If you’re creative, enjoy performing and working in the theatre…
CAREER OPTIONS Arts Administrator £13,000 – £50,000+
Stage Manager £18,000 – £45,000+
Dance Teacher £22,000 – £50,000+
Source: National Careers Service
60 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/performing-arts Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Principles of acting, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study classical theatre, CO Years including English or including a Higher screen acting, drama satisfactory results Apprenticeship, or " improvisation, rehearsing (Merit/Distinction) in employment and performance, physical a relevant Level 2 Acting theatre, auditions, singing qualifcation and dance • An audition/interview
Jazz, ballet, tap, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study contemporary, CO Years including English or including a Higher choreography, singing, satisfactory results Apprenticeship, " urban and international (Merit/Distinction) in or employment dance, rehearsals a relevant Level 2 Dance and performances qualifcation • An audition/interview
Singing, jazz, ballet, tap, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study urban dance, acting, flm/ CO Years including English or including a Higher TV acting, voice, audition satisfactory results Apprenticeship, " technique, rehearsals (Merit/Distinction) in or employment Musical and performances a relevant Level 2 Theatre qualifcation • An audition/interview
Production planning, stage Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study management, technical CO Years including English including a Higher stage operations, lighting and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " and sound, design and satisfactory results or employment Technical operations, scenic (Merit/Distinction) in Theatre construction, automated a relevant Level 2 stage lighting qualifcation • An interview
Acting skills, musical One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to theatre skills, performing CO Year including English or Level 3 or an scripted plays, devising, satisfactory results Apprenticeship improvisation, individual (Merit/Distinction) in Performing showcase a relevant Level 1 Arts qualifcation • An audition/interview
I enjoy using the high-quality equipment. The performances are very benefcial to my progression. Tutors are always keen to help and keep us well informed. The campus is always calm and a good environment to learn in.
Employment has risen by more than a quarter in the last decade. 4 Source: creativeindustriesfederation.com 61 “
Georgina Christie
I like that my course is both written and practical learning. The teachers are very supportive. I chose this course because it
would give me knowledge and skills, such as expedition, team
work and communication skills, these could help me get into my intended career. “ Course: Public Services Level 3 Progressed from: The Stanway School
Public Services
If you’re active and passionate about helping others...
CAREER OPTIONS Police Ofcer £20,000 – £60,000+
Firefghter £22,000 – £42,000+
Army Reserve £15,000 – £47,000+
Source: National Careers Service
62 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/public-services Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Leadership and teamwork, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study adventurous activities, BR Years including English including a Higher citizenship, diversity and and Maths, or Apprenticeship, the public services, ftness satisfactory results or employment testing and training, (Merit/Distinction) in preparation for entry tests CO a relevant Level 2 Public into a variety of uniformed qualifcation Services public services including • An interview Police, Fire service and Army
Public service skills, health One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression and ftness, employment CO Year including English to Level 3 or an in the uniformed services, and Maths, or Apprenticeship expedition skills, satisfactory results preparation for entry (Merit/Distinction) in tests into a variety of a relevant Level 1 Public uniformed public services qualifcation Services including Police, Fire • An interview service and Army
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Annie Wright
I enjoy all aspects of the Public Services course. I want to be a Police Oficer and the course has allowed me to research the various job opportunities and
has helped me with the
application process for the Special Constabulary. Course: “ Public Services Level 3 Progressed from: Hedingham School and Sixth Form
The army has around 140 diferent types of jobs. 5 Source: careerpilot.org.uk 63 “
Shannon-May O’Connor
I enjoy that I get to work with real members of the public. It has
helped me to improve my
communication skills, which is crucial for working in this industry. Course: “ Hairdressing Level 3 Progressed from: East Bergolt High School
Salon Studies
If you’re creative, organised and enjoy customer service...
CAREER OPTIONS Hairdresser £15,000 – £20,000+
Beauty Therapist £15,000 – £20,000+
Nail Technician £12,500 – £25,000+
Source: National Careers Service
64 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/salon-studies Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Anatomy and physiology, Two • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Further study full body massage, facial BR Years including English and including an and body electrotherapy, Maths Apprenticeship, Indian head massage, • An interview or employment hot stone massage, hair removal, skin analysis, nail CO Beauty services, lash and brow Therapy treatments, make-up
Client care and One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Further study communication, anatomy CO Year including English including an and physiology, body and Maths, or Apprenticeship, massage, aromatherapy, satisfactory results or employment refexology (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant Level 2 Complementary qualifcation Therapies • An interview
Shampoo, condition Two • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Further study and treating hair and CO Years including English and including an scalp, style, set and Maths Apprenticeship, dress hair, cutting, colour • An interview or employment and lighten, and colour correction service. Many Hairdressing UK and international extracurricular opportunities, exhibitions and additional courses in the latest industry trends
Principles of working in One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to a NEW the make-up industry, CO Year including English and relevant Level 2 anatomy and physiology Maths programme or an for make-up artists, • An interview Apprenticeship research and development, showcase, make-up Make-Up application, hair artistry, Artistry creative make-up artistry
in this area include:
• Hairdressing / Professional Hair
See Pages 22-25
Hairdressing is the 10TH MOST POPULAR Apprenticeship in the UK. 6 Source: careerpilot.org.uk 65 “
Jessica Tassier-Gotts
This course made me fall in love with science. The tutors provide
maximum support. Each piece
of work we do is a challenge but completing them is so rewarding. Course: “ Applied Science Level 3 Progressed from: The Gilberd School
Science
If you’re fascinated by science and like solving problems...
CAREER OPTIONS Radiographer £21,000 – £68,000+
Crime Scene Ofcer £16,000 – £35,000+
Biomedical Scientist £22,000 – £41,000+
Source: National Careers Service
66 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/science Progression Course and Level Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Opportunities
Environmental forensics, Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study forensic fre investigation, BR Years including English, including a Higher applications of criminology, Maths and Science, Apprenticeship, applications of criminal or satisfactory results or employment and forensic psychology, (Merit/Distinction) in Forensic and forensic genetics and CO a relevant Level 2 Criminal practical scientifc qualifcation Investigation procedures and techniques • An interview
Practical scientifc Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study procedures and techniques, BR Years including English, including a Higher physiology of human body Maths and Science, Apprenticeship, systems, microbiology and or satisfactory results or employment microbiological techniques, (Merit/Distinction) in genetics and genetic CO a relevant Level 2 Applied engineering, medical qualifcation Science physics applications • An interview
Our earth, energy and One • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to universe, the living CO Year including English Level 3 or an body, biology and our and Maths, or Apprenticeship environment, chemical satisfactory results substances, physical (Merit/Distinction) in science a relevant Level 1 Applied qualifcation Science • An interview 2 “
Rebecca Benson
The course is quite hands-on. It
never gets boring! The tutors are
very helpful, with both college work and experiments. Course: “ Applied Science Level 3 Progressed from: Ramsey Academy
100% of Colchester Institute’s Science graduates have gone on to study at university. 7 Source: Rachel Shedd, Lecturer in Science 67 “
Kaitlyn Brand
I like that the programme involves coursework and practical work, like coaching in schools. I have progressed
from Level 2 to Level 3, and this
wouldn’t have been possible without the help of the tutors. Course: “ Sport Level 3 Progressed from: The Colne Community School and College
Sport
If you’re active and enjoy working with others...
CAREER OPTIONS Personal Trainer £14,000 – £22,000+
Secondary School Teacher £23,000 – £68,000+
Sports Development Ofcer £21,000 – £50,000+
Source: National Careers Service
68 ! For course details: colchester.ac.uk/sport Progression Overview Campus Duration Entry Requirements Course and Level Opportunities
Team sports, outdoor Two • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study activities, sports nutrition, CO Years including English including a Higher sports leadership, sports and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " injuries, anatomy and satisfactory results or employment Sport physiology, ftness testing (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant Level 2 (Development, qualifcation Coaching and Fitness) • An interview • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check
Multiple qualifcations One • 5 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) Degree-level study leading to a College CO Year including English including a Higher Diploma including sports and Maths, or Apprenticeship, " leadership, principles of satisfactory results or employment coaching, supporting the (Merit/Distinction) in delivery of PE in schools, a relevant Level 2 Professional ftness instructing, coaching qualifcation Sport • An interview Coaching • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check • Must be aged 17 or over
Certifcate or diploma One Diploma including sports leadership, CO Year • 4 GCSEs (A*-E/9-3) Progression to principles of coaching, including English Level 3 or an supporting the delivery and Maths, or Apprenticeship of PE schools, ftness satisfactory results instructing, coaching (Merit/Distinction) in Sport a relevant Level 1 Coaching qualifcation • An interview • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check
*Please note, there is a charge of £60 for an online DBS check
“ in this area include:
• Activity Leadership • Gym Instruction • Supporting Teaching and Learning in Physical Education Jessica and School Sport Bird
The support of the tutors is outstanding. The help I have See
been given to complete all my Pages
assignments has increased my grades! 22-25 Course: “ Sport Level 3 Progressed from: Manningtree High School Earn While You Learn
Nearly 28m people in England do at least 150 minutes of exercise per week. 8 Source: Sport England 69 Your Well-being
Your physical and emotional well-being are very important to us. The College is commited to your well-being and believes that it is key to your progress and achievement, not just in college but in life. We have a number of services to support you if things get difcult. Student Services have a Welfare team and ofer support with emotional well-being including access to counselling services. Sensory Garden Our Multi-faith Chaplaincy, at Colchester, is for all We’ve recently opened a new Sensory students. It provides an Garden where students can go to additional supportive hang-out and unwind. presence and encourages spiritual and self-development throughout the academic year.
Our Active College Maker is responsible for providing all students with the opportunity Have you seen to take part in sport. Whether it’s a turn-up-and- our new gym? play activity in our Sports Hall, competition in our Dance Studio or tournament at our In Colchester, we’ve opened an 3G Football Pitches; there is something for exciting new gym powered by everyone. TechnoGym; the wellness company. Open to all students, the state-of-art facility features two areas – one for cardio and resistance training and another for functional training and stretching. Tailor-made programmes help to track and monitor your progress through MyWellness.
70 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 Celebrating Success
Apprenticeship and Further Education Awards
Celebrating the success of our students is very important to us. Each year we hold Apprenticeship and Further Education Awards for students at our Braintree, Colchester and Clacton campuses.
Clacton and Braintree Colchester Awards Awards 2018 2018
We love to hear news of our students’ success! Graduation " Whether it’s an individual or team For our Higher Education students studying achievement, we want to hear about it! at University Centre Colchester, our annual If you have a story you would like to Graduation ceremonies mark the fantastic share with us please contact the achievement of our students successfully Marketing team: completing their studies. [email protected]
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK 71 Courses for Adults
All of the courses in this guide are open Advanced Learner Loans to adults (anyone aged 19 or over), If you are aged 19 or over and planning to study a Study provided the eligibility criteria is met. Our Programme at Levels 3 to 6, then you are likely to qualify courses (known as ‘Study Programmes’) for an Advanced Learner Loan or Higher Education Loan to help you pay for tuition fees. These loans are from are designed to help you get the the UK government. They are easy to apply for, your qualifcations you want, to provide you household income is not taken into account and there is with the opportunity to build a rewarding no credit check. You don’t have to start paying back until career or expand your knowledge and you’ve fnished your course and are earning over £21,000 skills in your chosen subject. per year. Additional information on Advanced Learner Loans is available online. gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan Will I have to pay a fee? Maybe not! Fee exemptions are available for some Study Programmes and for some students. Funding depends on a number of things, such as your age, the programme that you want to study, the qualifcations that you already have and, in some cases, your beneft entitlements. We have staf who can talk to you about your options and signpost you to further Part-time study? information. From September 2018, any 19+ adult with We also ofer free English and maths courses, as well earnings of less than £15,376.50 per annum (regardless as a wide choice of part-time Study Programmes to ft of hours) could study a co-funded Level 1 or Level 2 around your work and life commitments. You can see course for free. Contact Student Services: the full range of courses online. T: 01206 712078 colchester.ac.uk/adult E: [email protected]
• Free National Careers Advice sessions • Digital Skills and intermediate IT courses • A range of English and maths courses The Learning Shop can help you fnd the course you’re • Routes to Employability courses looking for. We have Learning Shops in Braintree, All our accredited courses lead to nationally-recognised Clacton, Colchester, Dovercourt and Witham. qualifcations. Courses are tailored so you can learn at A fexible programme is available to learners aged 19 or your own pace, improve your confdence and aid career over. Courses are broken down into bite-sized chunks, so development, or to help you focus on your employment you can learn at your own pace. goals. colchester.ac.uk/learning-shop
72 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 University Centre Colchester
University Centre Colchester (UCC) at Colchester Institute ofers degrees as well as other higher-level programmes including Higher National Certifcates/Diplomas, Professional Qualifcations and Higher and Degree Apprenticeships. Many of these programmes can be studied either full or part-time. Choose from these exciting areas:
Access to Higher Education
For students aged 19 or over, our Access to Higher Education courses ofer a programme of academic study over one year, equivalent to A Levels, leading to entry onto degree and diploma courses.
Accredited by Gateway Qualifcations, an authorised validating agency, our Access programmes are recognised nationally.
Pick up our University Centre Colchester prospectus or visit the website to fnd out more: colchester.ac.uk/UCC
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/UCC 73 Student Services and Support Student Support # 01206 712000 [email protected]
Here for you Counselling Service We are on hand to ensure your transition to College is as We ofer a professional counselling service for our smooth as possible and our dedicated Student Services students. The service is friendly and confdential and and Support team can ofer support in a number of appointments can be made via Student Services. Should areas during your time with us. We have representatives you have further questions about our counselling service, to ensure you are given the appropriate support or please contact our Student Services team. assistance; whether it’s related to your programme of study or general well-being, we are here to help. Safeguarding We are committed to promoting the welfare, protection Careers Advice and Guidance and well-being of all of our learners at all of our learning Our professional in-house careers service is available locations and safeguarding them from all forms of abuse to provide information, advice and guidance. Our team or harm including through radicalisation, extremism, of qualifed advisers ofer confdential and individual grooming and bullying. We aim to ensure that all learners guidance interviews as well as a daily drop-in service attending the College do so in a safe and secure once you are a student with us. They can provide help environment. and support with a wide range of areas including: For more information on the College’s Safeguarding and • Self-awareness and career choices Child Protection policy, please visit our website or contact • Job applications and CV writing Student Services. • Interview techniques • Progression routes • Apprenticeships Equality and Diversity • Higher Education, including UCAS applications We are a College proud to encourage widening • Taking a gap year and holiday work participation. We aim to provide a welcoming environment in which all learners are encouraged to realise their full potential; where every individual is valued Additional Learning Support and ofered equal opportunity to progress. Our Additional Learning Support team can support in a variety of ways. The most important thing is that we know To achieve this the College aims to ensure that all actual about your learning needs at an early stage so we can or potential learners are treated in an equivalent fashion ensure the necessary support is in place for when you regardless of age, disability, family responsibility, marital attend for your interview and subsequently before you status, race, colour, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, start your programme with us. Types of support we can gender, sexual orientation, trade union activity and any ofer include: other irrelevant criteria. We seek to promote awareness of equality and diversity throughout the College and • Classroom-based learning support practitioners embrace diversity in all its aspects. • Support for Dyslexia or Autistic Spectrum Disorders • Exam concessions For more information on the College’s Equality and • Note takers and specialist teaching for deaf learners Diversity policy, please visit our website or contact • A hearing loop facility Student Services. • Communication support workers • Specialist equipment We ask that you declare your need for support on your application form by ticking the appropriate box under the additional needs section. If you wish to discuss your needs at any point during the application process, please contact our Additional Learning Support team: T: 01206 712073 E: [email protected]
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Tuition Fees Flexible Payment Plan
Students’ college education is funded If you are required to pay the full cost for three academic years after leaving for your course we can ofer a fexible secondary school in year 11. This monthly payment plan to break up the means there are no tuition fees payable cost into manageable chunks. The plan for any student who is 16, 17 or 18 is interest free and monthly repayments years old on 31st August in the calendar are tailored around what you can aford. year in which they begin a programme The full course tuition fee must also be of study. So, for the 2019/2020 at least £200 and paid in full before you academic year, this means all young fnish the course. people born between 1st September 2000 to 31st August 2003. If you are older than this then course tuition fees Advanced will depend on your chosen area of study and personal circumstances. Learner Loan Please contact our Student Finance If you are applying for a Level 3 course team for more information or visit one or above, and are 19 or over, your of our Open Events. course tuition fees can be covered by an Advanced Learner Loan. For more Please note: There are no tuition fees information on the loan scheme visit: attached to an Apprenticeship. gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan
If you are aged 19–23 and studying your Financial Support frst qualifcation at this level your course may be free. There is a range of fnancial support available for families that are on low incomes or in receipt of certain benefts; Other we will support students with the costs associated with their studies, including Additional Costs those listed under Other Additional Costs, as well as: Regardless of whether tuition fees apply, some of our programmes incur • Support with transport costs additional costs which could include: • Vouchers to spend at the College Shop – including art and • Equipment costs – such as uniforms, design materials kits, books and so on • The college equivalent of Free • Trips and enrichment activities School Meals (Free Meals at College) • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks (formerly CRB checks) Please note: Trips and enrichment activities will only be funded if they are You will be informed of any additional a mandatory aspect of your programme costs associated with your chosen and are within the UK. programme as early as possible to allow time for payment to be made. Resource Deposit All students on a full-time Study Application forms for fnancial Programme must pay a £40 resource support are available to deposit to cover costs of learning How download from the fnance page resources and access to facilities. £20 to apply of our website and hard copies of this deposit may be refundable on are available to pick up at all of completion of your studies. our campuses.
FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/STUDENT-FINANCE 75 Frequently How do I apply? To apply please use our online application form by visiting: colchester.ac.uk/applynow (see page 6 for details). Asked Questions
How can I apply We have put together a if I don’t have a number of frequently asked computer or access questions to assist you in the to the internet? application process. Should If you phone our Admissions enquiry you have any questions not line on: 01206 712777 we can send you answered here, or concerns a paper application form. Or, if you are still at school, your school will be able at any point during the to assist you. application process, please do not hesitate to contact our Admissions team. Is there a closing Disclaimer This guide describes the programmes of study date for applications? ofered by Colchester Institute. We take all We start accepting applications from reasonable steps to provide education services 1st October 2018 and have set an in the manner set out in this prospectus. We have initial deadline of 31st January 2019 tried to make the programmes as accurate as for a guaranteed place on your chosen possible at the time of publication but information programme (subject to you satisfying the is for guidance and does not form any part of any entry requirements), although we do still contract. accept applications after this date. We will also take reasonable steps to provide the programmes listed but we may have to modify or withdraw a particular course depending on customer demand and other factors. We will take How do I apply for an reasonable steps to cause as little disruption to applicants as possible but cannot be held Apprenticeship? responsible for any consequent loss. If you are applying for an Apprenticeship you can still use the online application For up-to-date information please visit our website: form. To start your Apprenticeship colchester.ac.uk ?you must have an employer ready. If you already have an employer please include their contact details in the Apprenticeship section of the application form. If you do not have an employer ready to take you on, please visit: If you have any queries about making colchester.ac.uk/apprenticeships to view our live Apprenticeship vacancies an application please contact: and seek support on how to fnd an employer. You can still apply for a full- Admissions Team time Study Programme while you are T: 01206 712777 exploring Apprenticeship vacancies. E: [email protected]
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How do I get Will my school/college additional support? be contacted? If you have a disability or learning Yes, if you are currently at school/college. difculty, please let us know in the We will ask them for confrmation of your learning support section of the predicted grades and general information application form. Our Additional Learning about how you are progressing. Support team will then contact you for further information and to assess your needs. If you have particular interview requirements, please indicate this on your application form. If you would like DBS Check to discuss the types of support available, please speak to our Additional Learning DBS If your programme features contact Support team at one of our Open Events, with children or vulnerable adults, you call: 01206 712073 or email: will be asked to complete a Disclosure [email protected] and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting your programme. There will be an additional cost of approximately £60 What happens after for an online DBS check. I apply? Once you’ve applied you will be invited in for an interview. The interview is to determine that you have applied What if I don’t get the for the most suitable programme of study. Depending on your programme GCSE GCSE results I need? or Apprenticeship, you may be asked If you don’t get the GCSE results you to demonstrate your abilities, for needed to meet your conditional ofer, example an audition for an area of don’t panic. We hold advice sessions Performing Arts. Please check your at the end of August each year so you email account regularly so that you don’t can come and speak with our tutors to miss important information about your fnd out about your options. The dates interview. and times for each advice session are displayed on our website in the months How will I know if I leading up to GCSE results day. have been ofered a place? Once you have attended an interview, we will contact you with details of whether When I fnish my your application has been successful. programme, will I Ofers will be subject to meeting the entry requirements of the programme be able to progress as outlined in this guide. In the event that you did not get onto your chosen onto the next level programme, we will do our best to of study? ? ensure you are referred to an appropriate alternative. Please check your email We always encourage our students account regularly so that you don’t miss to aim high to achieve their maximum important information about your ofer. potential. On most programmes there is an opportunity to progress onto a higher level, and after Level 3, we ofer a number of What if I change diferent degree-level programmes too. ? Progression to a higher level is not my mind? guaranteed and will be subject to you gaining a satisfactory result in the preceding If at any point during the application qualifcation and meeting the necessary process you wish to change your entry requirements for the higher-level programme choice, please contact our qualifcation. Admissions team on: 01206 712777
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College Life
Outside of your timetabled sessions you can manage your time how you wish. You may want to investigate your next work experience opportunity, work on your coursework in a study suite or catch up with friends over a smoothie. There are also many facilities for you to use, including the College gym and The Student Zone, which includes pool and table tennis tables! Please note: Some facilites are not available on all campuses. We regularly update our website and social media pages with student news stories so you can stay up-to-date with what our students have been getting up to.
Students’ Union As a Colchester Institute student, you will automatically become a member of our Students’ Union. Your opinion really does matter and the Union is there to provide a voice for you, ofering Cofee Sports Programme Representative positions and feedback Gym opportunities for you to tell us what you think. Shops Teams The Union also arranges a number of trips and activities for you to get involved in throughout the year to enhance your College experience. You can look forward to our annual Freshers’ Fair, Christmas shopping, theatre trips and much more.
We encourage you to join in with a club while studying with us; it’s a great way to meet new Theatre Freshers’ Christmas people and share your interests. We’ve got many Trips Fair Shopping established clubs for you to choose from, ranging from sports teams to gaming clubs – or you could even start your own!
We also have a dedicated CI Active team, who are there to encourage further participation in movement-based activities. They cater for a range of interests including leagues and competitions, taster sessions and ftness-based classes. There is something for everyone, including street College Free Wif Computers dance, futsal, basketball, table tennis, yoga and Shop cheerleading, to name just a few!
78 ! COURSE ENQUIRIES: 01206 712777 Getting Here
The College at Braintree Church Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5SN Our Braintree campus is located in the leafy suburb of Bocking, a short walk from Braintree town centre. There are regular local bus services that stop directly outside the campus as well as connecting buses to Braintree town centre. The train and bus stations ofer regular services from Witham, Halstead, Bishop Stortford, Great Dunmow, Chelmsford and Colchester.
Colchester Institute Sheepen Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3LL Our Colchester campus benefts from great links by road and public transport from surrounding towns and villages. We are just a short walk from the main line Colchester train station with regular services from Ipswich, Clacton and Chelmsford, and the town centre ofers a number of diferent bus routes across the local area.
The College at Clacton Church Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6JQ Our Clacton campus is located just of of the sea front and near the town centre in Clacton. It is easily accessible by road and public transport with regular services from Colchester where connecting routes can then be found to other local towns.
There are a range of services available to help you plan your route to College including: • travelinesoutheast.org.uk (Route planner) • nationalrail.co.uk or enquiries number 03457 484950 (Rail) • essexhighways.org (Bus and Road) • frstgroup.com/essex (Bus) There are also a number of discounted travel options available to students including a negotiated rate for Colchester Institute students with First buses. If you would like to know more about travel or discounted tickets please visit our website.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: COLCHESTER.AC.UK/TRAVEL 79 Open Events
THE COLLEGE AT BRAINTREE Thursday 18th October 2018 5pm – 8pm Saturday 3rd November 2018 10am – 1pm Monday 14th January 2019 5pm – 7pm
COLCHESTER INSTITUTE Saturday 13th October 2018 10am – 1pm Monday 15th October 2018 5pm – 8pm Tuesday 16th October 2018 5pm – 8pm Wednesday 16th January 2019 5pm – 7pm
THE COLLEGE AT CLACTON Wednesday 17th October 2018 5pm – 7pm Thursday 17th January 2019 5pm – 6pm
Apprenticeship Information Information Evening Evenings
THE COLLEGE AT BRAINTREE Thursday 7th March 2019 5pm – 7pm
COLCHESTER INSTITUTE Tuesday 5th March 2019 5pm – 7pm Wednesday 29th May 2019 5pm – 7pm
Register for an Open Event now! Visit: colchester.ac.uk/events
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