Make the Right Choice

NPTC GROUP OF COLLEGES

NPTC Group of Colleges FULL-TIME COURSES 2017/18

MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE

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ith overall success rates exceeding 99 per cent for the last eleven years, an outstanding W100 per cent pass rate within 40 of the 44 Mark Dacey A Levels we offer, and excellent results in the Chief Executive Officer National/Extended Diploma qualifications, NPTC NPTC Group of Colleges Group of Colleges can promise you an excellent learning experience within a dynamic yet friendly, supportive College with superb facilities.

We know that the choice of staying on at sixth form or going to college is a tough one, but as we continue to go from strength to strength, it has never been a better time to join us. Not only do we have excellent results but we now provide one of the widest range of subject choices for A Level and vocational courses in Wales.

With interest for apprenticeships on the rise, and the skills gap, especially in construction, set to increase, we have worked with employers to develop a programme of work-based learning within a number of trades. Work-based learning gives you the option to gain recognised qualifications whilst gaining valuable work experience and the opportunity to earn money.

We want to prepare our students for the next step in their journey to employment or university; with this in mind, we will encourage you to have high aspirations and support you to become versatile individuals, not just academically but with the many additional activities we have on offer at the College such as enterprise events, sports’ academies and Where to find us...... 4 performing arts. Why Choose NPTC Group of Colleges?...... 6 How to Apply...... 7 So, whether you choose to study Outstanding Facilities...... 8 A Levels, a vocational course or an A Levels, Vocational Courses apprenticeship, make NPTC Group or Apprenticeships...... 9 Your College, Your Future. What is right for me?...... 11 Apprenticeships...... 12 College Life...... 13 Centerprise...... 14 2 Contents www.nptcgroup.ac.uk 3 56 63 66 72 75 77 80 84 62 ......

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Neath Campus Dŵr-y-Felin Road, Neath, SA10 7RF Tel: 01639 648000 Fax: 01639 648009 Llandarcy Academy of Sport Llandarcy Park, Skewen, Neath, SA10 6JD Tel: 01792 815545

Swansea Campus St David’s Close Swansea Enterprise Zone Llansamlet, Swansea, SA6 8QL Afan Campus Tel: 01639 648120 Margam, Port Talbot, SA13 2AL Fax: 01639 648129 Tel: 01639 648200 Fax: 01639 648209

4 Newtown Campus Keep in Llanidloes Road, Newtown, SY16 4HU Tel: 01686 614200 Fax: 01686 622246 Touch

Llandrindod Wells Campus Spa Road, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5ES Tel: 01686 614300 Fax: 01597 825122

Brecon Beacons Campus Penlan, Brecon, LD3 9SR Tel: 01686 614400 Fax: 01874 622165 nptcgroup

Pontardawe Campus Tawe House, Alloy Industrial Estate, Pontardawe, SA8 4EZ love Tel: 01639 648100/6 www.nptcgroup.ac.uk Fax: 01639 648152

Maesteg Campus Unit 7, Spelter Industrial Estate, Maesteg, CF34 0TY Tel: 01639 648180 Fax: 01639 849234

This prospectus gives details on all full-time, academic and vocational programmes at ALL of our 9 campuses across Wales. For details on all other courses offered by NPTC Group of Colleges, please check out our website: www.nptcgroup.ac.uk

Information contained within this prospectus was correct at the time of production. NPTC Group of Colleges reserves the right to alter or cancel courses where circumstances demand. Every student is guaranteed equality of opportunity and access to programmes appropriate to their needs. 5 Why Choose NPTC GrouP of Colleges?

99%OVERALL PASS RATE OF FOR 11 YEARS RUNNING!

§ For the eleventh year in succession, the overall pass rate exceeded 99 per cent! § In 40 subjects out of the 44 A Levels offered, students achieved a remarkable 100 per cent pass rate § Students achieved an excellent outcome of triple distinction grades in the National/Extended Diploma qualifications, with many achieving the highest possible grade profile of D*, D*, D* § Record student numbers achieved the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma, which is the equivalent to A*/A Grade at A Level!

6 It could not be easier to join How to Apply the College!

SELECT YOUR SUBJECT OR COURSE 1 Attending Open days and researching our courses will help you decide!

APPLY You can apply ONLINE via our website www.nptcgroup.ac.uk or if you do not have access to 2 a computer, we can send you a PAPER application form, or we may even come into school. Pupils attending schools in the City and County of Swansea will have to make all their applications for choices via the UCAS Progress website. Please ensure you check your account on the UCAS Progress website regularly for any updates or messages. If you are unsure of any aspect of the UCAS Progress application, please contact our Admissions team on tel: 01639 648000.

INTERVIEW Once we have received your application, we will invite you for an interview where you will be offered a place on a course and level that’s right for you. 3 You will need to meet certain entry requirements to fully enrol on your chosen course. But don’t panic, if you don’t get the grades, we will give you advice on all the alternative courses that will still help you to achieve your goals!

KEEP IN TOUCH! 4 www.nptcgroup.ac.uk 5 ENROLMENT Admissions staff are available to answer any queries you may have at any stage of the application process. Just contact our Admissions team on: Afan Campus: 01639 648230/648246 Neath Campus: 01639 648705 Brecon Beacons Campus: 01686 614400 Newtown Campus: 01686 614200

7 Outstanding Facilities

PTC Group of Colleges provides a diverse range of learning opportunities for students, adult learners and Nemployers, in some of the most up to date facilities of any education provider in the area. From specialist training rooms, to areas for students to relax and eat as well as top class sport, beauty and nursery facilities that are open to the public.

Campus Developments NEATH CAMPUS PORT TALBOT Neath Campus is set to look very different from NPTC Group of Colleges has been granted provisional 2017 after plans for a £3m refurbishment of the Welsh Government approval for the development Campuses’ A and B blocks have been provisionally of a multimillion College campus, bringing the first approved by the Welsh Government. The educational establishment to Harbourside in Port ambitious refurbishment, part funded by the Welsh Talbot. Estimated to cost around £28m, the Campus Government, will include a completely new external will boast all the latest technological facilities and façade with glass atrium plus major internal work a dedicated Sixth Form Centre; the new site will creating a modern and welcoming student hub, also give the area’s shopping centre a much welcome creating better access with the installation of a new boost by bringing in more than 1,000 students lift. Other parts of the Campus will also benefit daily. This development has been planned in line from Government investment with the purchase with the Harbourside Development Strategy of the of new state-of-the-art engineering lathes worth local authority. £155K and new carpentry equipment worth £90K.

The planned development follows the £6.5m Llandarcy Academy of Sport which opened in 2012 and will be the first major development to the Neath Campus since the £2m Nidum Arts Centre was unveiled in 2009.

PONTARDAWE CAMPUS Already established as a Centre of Excellence for Motor Vehicles with Snap-on Tools, the Pontardawe Campus will further that outstanding reputation by becoming a Centre of Excellence for Vehicle Body Repairs with refurbishment plans worth £260k*. This will include installation of panel beating and respraying bays and equipment. The Campus will be welcoming new students from September 2017.

*subject to Welsh Government approval.

8 A Levels, Vocational Courses or Apprenticeships?

All can lead to Higher Education and Apprenticeships If studying full-time is not for you, then work-based Employment but which is right for you? learning could be exactly what you are looking for. There are programmes to suit everyone! Work-based A Levels learning gives you the chance to gain experience A Levels are academic, or study-based courses. in a real job, plus job-specific qualifications whilst Assessment is mainly by examination, with some earning money. coursework. A Levels have been the traditional route into Higher Education. The A Level qualifications Foundation Studies are split into two separate parts - AS and A2. The Foundation Studies courses are intended to The AS Level forms part of the full A Level; it is a help school leavers and young people with learning nationally recognised qualification on its own and is needs by developing their personal independence normally taught over one year. The A2 then forms and prepare them for work. Students do not need the remainder of the A Level and is taught in the any formal qualifications, just a desire to participate second year. in all learning activities.

Vocational Courses Essential Skills Vocational courses such as BTECs, NVQs and Essential Skills have been revised to become one Diplomas are more practical courses and closely suite of Essential Skills including: related to the world of work. There will still be . Application of Number some study-based learning but the amount varies . Digital Literacy according to the course taken. Assessment can . Communication be by practical assessment, portfolio assessment . Enhanced Employability Skills (coursework), and examination. Vocational courses at Level 3 are equivalent to 3 A Levels and also Stand-alone qualificationsin these skills will still be lead to university. available post-16 and in Work-based Learning and Adult Community, as appropriate.

9 Learning Programmes Welsh Baccalaureate LPs (Learning Programmes) have been introduced The Welsh Baccalaureate qualifications (WBQ) are for all students in post-16 education across Wales. delivered at Foundation post-16, National post-16 The LP is a very different approach that enables us and Advanced Level. These qualifications are now to put the student at the heart of the curriculum graded and are an essential part of the Learning design. Each student will study a specific LP Programmes of all full-time students. including their main qualification/subjects and Students successfully completing the WBQ Skills each LP is made up of three parts. Challenge Certificate at Advanced Level will be awarded the equivalent of an A*-E grade at A Level. WBQ or Main Community, Learner, This can be added to the UCAS points and help in Learning Core Qualification Industry Focus your application to university! Tutorial (Max 4) (CLIF) Approx. 20% Approx. 70% Approx. 10% ALLENGE CER The Learning Core for the College will consist of S CH TIFIC ILL AT either the bespoke Student Tutorial Enrichment SK E Programme (STEP) or for the majority of programmes Global the Welsh Baccalaureate qualification (WBQ), plus a Community Citizen Challenge number of Essential and/or Essential Employability Challenge Skills and work-related experience. WELSH Enterprise & Individual Employability Project BACCALAUREATE Challenge

Leading to further/

S Other GCSEs higher education or English* U employment/ P OR or Welsh P AS and career O Language R A Levels T OR IN G Vocational GCSE* Q Qualifications Maths U Es AL CS IF G ICA TIO NS

*ESW Proxy may be available for post-16 N/F WBQ. 10 What is right for me?

If you have... You could study... Then you could progress to... No formal qualifications but have Entry level qualification Level 1 qualification an enthusiasm for the subject No formal qualifications but Level 2 qualification or Level 1 qualification must attend an interview an apprenticeship

Foundation WBQ Level 2 qualification, BTEC, Level 3 qualification, Passed a number of GCSEs, or a Level 1 qualification Diploma, NVQ employment, apprenticeship National WBQ Level 3 qualification, Level 4 qualification, 4/5 GCSEs at A* to C university, employment BTEC, NVQ, Diploma (including Maths and English) or a higher apprenticeship

6 GCSEs at A* to C (including Level 4 qualification, Maths, English, Science (Neath and A Levels university, employment Brecon Beacons Campuses Only) or a higher apprenticeship

GCSE EquivalenT Qualifications Explained Qualification Equivalent Pass 1 x C Grade GCSEs NQF BTEC/WJEC Level 2 Award Merit 1 x B Grade GCSEs Distinction 1 x A Grade GCSEs Distinction * 1 x A* GCSEs Pass 2 x C Grade GCSEs NQF/BTEC Level 2 Certificate Merit 2 x B Grade GCSEs Distinction 2 x A Grade GCSEs Distinction * 2 x A* Grade GCSEs Pass 3 x C Grade GCSEs Merit 3 x B Grade GCSEs NQF BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate Distinction 3 x A Grade GCSEs Distinction * 3 x A* Grade GCSEs Pass 4 x C Grade GCSEs NQF/BTEC Diploma Merit 4 x B Grade GCSEs Distinction 4 x A Grade GCSEs Distinction * 4 x A* Grade GCSEs

Welsh Baccalaureate National Key Stage 4 3 x A*-C Grade GCSEs including Maths and English

Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Key Stage 4* 3 x D-G Grade GCSEs including Maths and English

11 IT PAYS TO LEARN Apprenticeships f studying full-time is not for you, then work-based learning could be exactly what you are looking for. Foundation Apprenticeships There are programmes to suit everyone! This programme will offer you work-based learning I at Level 2, a range of Essential Skills Wales Work-based learning gives you the chance to qualifications and a relevant technical certificate. gain experience in a real job, plus job-specific qualifications while earning money. Opportunities You will be on placement with an employer for four vary depending on the programme. days and attend College for one day a week. You will The routes are: be assessed in the workplace and helped to gather evidence for your portfolio. . Accountancy . Agriculture . Agricultural Mechanics . Care . Business Administration . Childcare Apprenticeships An apprenticeship is a work-based learning programme . Construction . Customer Service where you can earn a wage while you learn. . Engineering . Hospitality & Catering If you live in Wales and are over 16 and not in full- . Motor Vehicle . Retail time education, you can apply for an Apprenticeship. . Sport . Team Leading & Management Why Become An Apprentice? . Earn while you learn - be paid a salary . Gain skills, knowledge, experience and face new challenges . Gain a nationally recognised qualification Traineeships . Excellent progression opportunities. A traineeship is a training programme for 16-18 year olds that is focused on giving you: What Types of Apprenticeships are There? . . Employability Skills There are three types of Apprenticeships you . The opportunity to sample different job roles can apply for depending on current skills and . Access to high quality work experience. qualifications: . Foundation Apprenticeship - Level 2 What are the Benefits of a Traineeship Engagement? . Apprenticeship . Weekly training allowance - Level 3 . Subsidised travel . Higher Apprenticeship . Build vital experience with local and national - Level 4+. employers . Opportunity to improve English and Maths skills . Build confidence . Improve your long-term prospects and earning potential, At the End of the Traineeship You Can: Interested? . Advance onto a Level 1 Traineeship or Please contact the team on: Apprenticeship Neath & Afan Campuses: 01639 648064 . Advance to an academic course or e-mail: [email protected] . Carry out voluntary work . Pursue an alternative career choice. Brecon Beacons & Newtown Campuses: 01686 614253 or e-mail: [email protected]

12 Apprenticeships College Life: Create Your Own Experience

Student Support Every student at NPTC Group of Colleges is important to us and we go the extra mile to ensure that the time you spend at College is both productive and pleasurable. Money Depending on your circumstances and how well you We have a team of fully qualified, highly skilled perform at College, there are a range of options staff that are able to offer free impartial advice available to make student life a little easier on your on everything from career options and financial pocket. There may also be a range of scholarships assistance to transport and university applications. and bursaries available so please check out our website for more details. We have a team of professional counsellors where you can talk about any concerns or worries For help and advice on fees and funding, please in a friendly and confidential setting as well as contact Student Services on: designated contacts for looked after children and Neath and Afan Campuses: 01639 648404 care leavers to provide advice, guidance, support Brecon Beacons Campus: 01686 614400 and advocacy. Newtown Campus: 01686 614205 If you feel you may need additional support, please tell us about this on your application form. You will REMEMBER! then have the opportunity to discuss your individual For some courses, e.g. hairdressing, catering and support needs with a member of our Inclusive sport, there may be additional costs for specialist Learning team. equipment or clothing. Students who attend structured work experience as part of their course, If you need help with anything, please feel free to drop e.g. for childcare courses that require a DBS into our offices or please call Student Services on: (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, you will be Neath and Afan Campuses: 01639 648404 charged for the costs. Brecon Beacons Campus: 01686 614400 Newtown Campus: 01686 614599 Get Involved At NPTC Group of Colleges, we offer more than just an education. That’s why we encourage all our students to get involved in the many exciting enrichment activities available. There is a wide Did you know? choice of clubs, societies and teams available, There are discounted rates for NPTC ranging from sport to cultural activities. If the sport Group of Colleges’ students in the or activity you want to follow is not offered, why not start a club up yourself! gym, crèche and beauty salons! For more information, check out: www.nptcgroup.ac.uk 13 Welsh at NPTC Group of Colleges

t NPTC Group of Colleges, we encourage our students, who Aalready speak Welsh or who are learning, to use the language wherever possible. If, as a student, you wish to take part of your course, complete your assignments, or undertake your Key Skills in Welsh, every effort will be made to help you study in the language of your choice.

hether you are thinking of working for Pop in to find out more or contact: yourself or becoming an employee - you Wwill need to demonstrate that you have the Neath and Afan Campuses skills and attitudes needed to be successful. tel: 01639 648409 Newtown and Brecon Beacons The skills and behaviours demonstrated by Campuses tel: 01686 614410 successful entrepreneurs are as important to us all if we want to show that we have what it takes or visit: www.nptcgroup.ac.uk – whether we’re applying for a place at university, a job or even setting up our own business.

At NPTC Group of Colleges, you will have the opportunity to take part in a number of events and workshops that will help develop your entrepreneurial skills. You will also have the chance to take part in national and global competitions.

We are keen to help you to develop your own ideas; however, we welcome anyone who wants help to make their ideas happen – no matter how big or small.

Each year, we also recruit a number of students as ‘Centerprise Interns’ - this is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in planning and running events, working with other students and businesses and developing skills that will really help you in your future career.

PTC Group of Colleges is an outstanding College that is committed to supporting its students to achieve Nboth academic and sporting excellence. It is one of a few colleges in the country with a Sports Academy that provides students with the opportunity to study in any subject area and at the same time develop as a performer and pursue their sporting dreams.

So if you’re serious about sport, as part of the Sporting Success Sports Academy you will benefit from: . a structured training programme that is RUGBY overseen by experienced coaches; personal . Welsh Schools’ Cup Winners (8 Times) performance monitored regularly by our team . Welsh College Cup Winners (19 Times) . training sessions and lectures are planned to . British Colleges’ Cup Winners avoid unnecessary clashes . Rosslyn Park 7s’ Winners . the chance to compete in the successful . College Super 15s’ Winners. NPTC Group of Colleges’ sporting teams International Students . part of national coaching schemes for your . Ashley Beck . Justin Tipuric . Dan Lydiate chosen sport. . Craig Mitchell . James Hook . Lloyd Peers If you compete regularlyin a sport for club, county . James King . Eli Walker . Dan Baker or national teams and are interested . Dafydd Howells . Adam Jones . Duncan Jones in joining our Sport Academies, . Darren Morris . Spencer John . Paul James check out: . Leigh Davies . Arwel Thomas . Gwyn Jones. www.nptcgroup.ac.uk NETBALL . Welsh Colleges’ League Champions . Finalists at the British Knock-out Cup. International Students . Helen Jones (Case) . Amanda Cooper . Chelsea Lewis . Nicola James.

FOOTBALL . Welsh League Champions 2010-2011 & 2012-2013 . Welsh 5-a-side Champions 2013-2014 . Welsh 5-a-side Runners up 2011-2012 & 2012-2013. International Students . Ben Davies . Joe Allen . Jazz Richards.

PARALYMPICS . Rob Davies (Table Tennis).

Left: Dan Lydiate, Ospreys and Welsh International Rugby player. Right: Chelsea Lewis, Celtic Dragon and Wales International Netball player. 15 Gain a degree on your Doorstep

ou don’t have to travel far to gain a university degree! We have Ya wide range of Degrees, Foundation Degrees, HNDs and HNCs right here at NPTC Group of Colleges in the following areas:

 Accountancy  Business  Catering & Hotel Management  Computing & IT  Childhood Studies  Construction  Dental Nursing  Engineering  English & History  Health & Social Care  Music Performance & Production  Rural Business  Sport  Teaching  International Tourism & Events Management

Access to Higher Education We also offer Access to Higher Education (HE) courses at our Neath, Afan, Pontardawe, Newtown and Brecon Beacons Campuses. These courses are specifically designed for adults who wish to return to education and progress onto studying a university degree, change their career or simply study for pleasure. For more information on our HE courses, please visit: www.nptcgroup.ac.uk

16 AS/A Levels

Excellence Programme. This is a structured Sixth Form Academy specialist programme of support for those learners The dynamic NPTC Group of Colleges’ Sixth Form with exceptional GCSE results (mainly 3A*/4A* Academy provides our students with a supportive, and mostly As gained at GCSE). nurturing and academic environment. We will challenge you to achieve your full potential through Those applying to competitive universities, dedicated teaching and by providing you with first particularly those in the Russell Group, Oxford class learning facilities. We will prepare you for and Cambridge, will receive personalised support university life by encouraging independent learning through our Gifted and Talented Excellence within a sixth form environment. Programme. Application to competitive universities is about more than excellent grades. You must One of the many benefits of studying at make an informed choice regarding the subjects the Sixth Form Academy is the wide range you want to pursue, understand the competitive of subject choices. We offer 40 A Level selection process and systems, submit a polished subjects plus Vocational Courses, GCSEs application and excel at interview. and access to HE courses. NPTC Group Grade National

Our A level courses are delivered 25% A* 6.6% by experienced staff who achieve a 55.6% A*- A 22.7% consistently high pass rate year after year. 100% A*- B 48.1% The support they offer to students is second to none with high standards continuously maintained. The large majority of our Specialist Tutorial Programme students go on to further study with many If you have a GCSE profile consisting of mainly A* attending some of the top universities in and A Grades, you will be placed into a specific the UK including the Russell Group and tutorial group which will cater to your needs and aspirations. The aim is to broaden your horizons Oxbridge. beyond your chosen subjects and to promote At the NPTC Group of Colleges’ Sixth Form analytical reasoning and discussion. Academy, we will help you to choose subjects that you enjoy and have the motivation to learn, and This is invaluable preparation for university that will allow you to progress along your chosen interviews. Some of the areas covered during career path. tutorial will include: § Political processes and goals § Beliefs, values and moral reasoning § The ethical and environmental implications of scientific development.

These issues are linked to current events.

Gifted and Talented Excellence Programme (GATE) As a member of Sixth Form Academy, you may be eligible to apply for our Gifted and Talented 17 The Extended Project Qualification Neath Campus A level You will have the opportunity to complete the extended project Results 2015/16 qualification which allows you to research, design and carry out an independent project which could be related A LEVEL A*- C % A-E % to an academic subject that you are studying. You will be Biology 64 100 supported throughout completion of your project and will be Business Studies 62.5 100 given the specialised help of the relevant teaching staff. By Business Studies (Dbl Award) 66.7 100 completing this qualification you will: Become more critical, reflective and independent in your Chemistry 65.8 100 learning Computing 62.5 100 Develop and apply decision-making and problem-solving skills Creative Writing 85.7 100 Increase your planning, research, analysis, synthesis, Dance 80 100 evaluation and presentation skills 3D Studies 77.8 100 Learn to apply new technologies confidently Economics 55.6 100 Demonstrate creativity, initiative and enterprise. Electronics 75 100 Enrichment Programme Engineering 50 100 The GATE Programme will also give you access to our English Combined 81.8 100 enrichment activities. These include: English Language 55.9 100 Critical Thinking: This allows you to study the analysis English Literature 73.3 100 and evaluation of arguments. This will help you develop Film Studies 64.7 94.1 the skills to deconstruct an argument and to respond Fine Art 79.2 100 with dispassionate logic. Such skills are highly valued French 100 100 by the top universities Opportunity to compete in national competitions such Geography 40.9 100 as the Biology and Chemistry Olympiads Geology 50 100 Tailored support when applying to competitive universities German 66.7 100 such as the Russell Group and Oxbridge universities Graphics 66.7 100 Specialised interview workshops Health/Social Care 53.6 100 Specific Oxbridge visits for Medicine, Dentistry and History 84.3 100 Veterinary Science Human Biology 75 100 Peer mentoring of first year Oxbridge students by our students already in place ICT 65.2 100 Opportunity to attend presentations delivered by guest Law 77.1 100 speakers, e.g. Royal Society of Chemistry, Cardiff Medical. Maths 59.6 95.7 Maths (Further) 100 100 Seren: Supporting Wales’ Media Studies 63.6 100 Brightest Programme Music 57.1 100 NPTC Group of Colleges is part of the Seren: Supporting Physical Education 87.5 100 Wales’ Brightest Programme designed to support Wales’ Photography 58.3 100 brightest students achieve their academic potential and Physics 67.7 100 gain access to leading universities. As part of the hub, students will have access to: Politics and Government 75 100 availability of accurate information Psychology 59.2 100 provision of super-curricular activities Religious Studies 74.3 100 a peer group of high achieving students Sociology 66.7 97 links to university students and recent graduates from Spanish 66.7 100 similar backgrounds. Textiles 76.5 100 Through the Seren hubs, we can offer students additional Theatre Studies 90 100 practical help and guidance that they need throughout the application process. This will prove to be advantageous Travel/Tourism 94.4 100 when applying to the top universities. Welsh (1st Language) 33.3 100 It provides such a great opportunity for pupils to be a part of Welsh (2nd Language) 68.8 100 a network of like-minded students who share similar goals. Welsh Baccalaureate 98.5 98.5 18 Our students not only achieve the best WHAT’s NEXT? results; they go onto the best universities!

Sam Mowbray Daniel Davies: Grades: A*, English Language; A, Geology; A, Geography; Grades: A*, Computing; A*, Maths; A, German; A*, Extended Project. A, Physics; C, Critical Thinking. University: Oxford University to study Geography. University: Bristol University to study Computer Science. Completed the Extended Project Qualification He was a past Big Bang National Science to enhance his grades. Competition winner who has also represented Wales on the LISY Forum. Owen Harris Grades: A, English Language/Literature; A, Maths; Carys Harvey A, Physics; A, Critical Thinking. Grades: A*, Chemistry; A*, Maths; A, Physics. University: Exeter to study Physics. University: Manchester University to study Physics.

Enya Radcliffe David Joshua Morgan Grades: A*, French; A* Spanish; A, ICT. Grades: A*, History; A*, Sociology; A, Law. University: Warwick to study Law. Isabel Francis Grades: A*, A, B in Maths, Further Maths and Physics. Kate Hurlow University: Bath University to study Maths and Physics. Grades: A*, A, B in Biology, Chemistry and History. University: Cardiff University to study Biochemistry. James Lewis Grades: AA, Double Business; A*, WBQ Alex Allen University: Liverpool University to study Business Grades: DDD in Forensic Science. Management University: Swansea University to study Criminology. Abbie Lodwick Tyla Halpin Grades: A*, Sociology; A, Psychology; A, WBQ Grades: D*DD in Forensic Science. University: Warwick to study Psychology. University: Swansea University to study Criminology and Criminal Justice. Keira Pugh Grades: A*, ICT; B, Maths; B, Physics; A*, WBQ. Emilee Fisher University: Swansea University to study Maths. Grades: D*DD in Forensic Science. University: Swansea University to study Criminology and Emily Mainwaring Criminal Justice. Grades: A*, Textiles; A, Spanish; A, WBQ. University: Cardiff University to study Spanish.

Introduction to AS Levels/Level 3 Programmes This course will run from September until June and is which is a minimum requirement for progression onto an AS/ designed to prepare you for AS Level study or Level 3 courses Level 3 programme of study. at NPTC Group for September 2017. It is an academic course that will enable you to build upon your GCSE profile if you currently haven’t met the entry Entry requirements requirements required for AS/Level 3 programmes or need A minimum of 1 C Grade and 3 D Grades at GCSE to include to improve upon some of your GCSE profile. Upon successful Maths/English and Science or recent knowledge of working completion of this programme, you will gain five GCSEs, within these disciplines.

19 A LEVELS

Biology Business Chemistry Biology is an extremely interesting The A Level Business course covers Chemistry is a fascinating subject and if subject at A Level. Many of the topics a wide range of business subjects you want insight into the workings of the are very relevant to everyday life. including Business Opportunities, world then it is the subject for you! You While learning the main principles Business Functions, Business Analysis will pick up a vast amount of knowledge and concepts of Biology, you will also and Strategy as well as Business in a ranging from Radioactivity to Organic be developing many important and Changing World. Chemistry and our effective laboratory transferable skills. sessions provide you with knowledge of how to assess compounds and make Students will cover Basic Biochemistry Entry Requirements products such as aspirin. and Cell Organisation, Biodiversity and 6 GCSE passes at Grade C or above Physiology of Body Systems, Energy, including Maths and English Language. The College has one of the best Homeostasis and the Environment equipped departments in the area and as well as Variation, Inheritance and a consistent record of excellent results. genetics. Campus Neath Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Progression 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Six GCSEs at Grade C or above including Suitable for any student looking Mathematics and English and Grade English, Grade B or above in Maths to progress into the many areas of B in Additional/Triple Science (Higher (Higher Tier) is essential. Grade B business but also important to all Tier). or above in Additional Science and students who might wish to progress Core Science (Higher Tier) or separate onto higher education. Neath sciences is essential. Campus Progression Campus Neath The course provides a good foundation for further study of Chemistry, and related Progression subjects including Medicine, Agriculture, The course provides a good foundation Archaeology, Ecology, Engineering, for university and the study of Biology Biochemistry, Geo Chemistry and many and related subjects including Medicine, more in higher education. Dentistry, Physiotherapy, Environmental Conservation, Genetics, Microbiology, Biochemistry.

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Dance A Level Dance is a dynamic qualification which encourages students to develop their creative, physical, emotional and intellectual capacity, alongside transferable skills such as team working, communication and problem solving. All of these are sought after skills by higher education and Computer Science employers and will help you stand out The study of computing requires logical in the workplace whatever your choice discipline and imaginative creativity in of career. The course requires students the design and writing of programs. to develop, demonstrate and articulate This encourages an awareness of practical and theoretical knowledge, the management and organisation understanding and experience of: of computer systems. Year One is § Technical and performance skills about acquiring the knowledge and § The process and art of choreography understanding of software, system § The interrelationship between the development, data and applications, creation, presentation and viewing/ and using this knowledge to develop appreciation of dance works a solution to a given problem. Year Two § The development of dance placed builds on the foundation of Year One, within an artistic and cultural context and leads to the development of a § Professional dance works and the solution to a substantial problem of the significance of these works candidate’s own choice. § Subject specific terminology and its use.

An appealing aspect of the course is Entry Requirements that it allows you to study a range of 6 GCSE passes at C or above, to include dance styles and you can perform and Mathematics at Grade B or above and choreograph in a style of your choice. English at C or above but not necessarily ICT or Computing. Entry Requirements 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Neath Campus English/Welsh. Previous dance experience is essential. Progression IT Director, Programmer/Developer, Campus Neath Database Developer, IT Manager, Project Manager, Technical Support, IT Consultant, Internet/Web Developer, Progression Helpdesk, Software Engineer, Strategy Movement Therapist, Anthropologist, & Planning, Systems Design/ Dancer, Choreographer, Physiotherapist Development, Computer Architect, Director, Dance Administrator, Teacher, Tester, Analyst, Network Management, IT Journalist, Director, Television Producer Operations, Sales/Marketing. or Researcher. 21 A LEVELS

Drama & Theatre Economics Every day a piece of news breaks that Studies is Economics. We study issues such as: This highly practical course provides § Was the UK right to stay out of the Euro? learners with the opportunity to work as § Why are petrol taxes so high? either performers or set designers § How do we combat climate change? combining the activities of exploring § Why are some areas of the country plays, creating theatre, the performing performing better than others? of plays, the analysis of theatre and the Student will look at how we work critical evaluation of all these elements. as individuals, companies and in The course allows you to study a government. A genuine interest in minimum of two complete performance current affairs and the world around texts plus three key extracts covering a you will help your understanding of the range of periods and contexts. You will subject. also participate in a minimum of two performances plus consider the working methods of a theatre practitioner. Live Entry Requirements theatre reviews form part of the non- 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include examined assessment and will be used English Language at Grade C and Maths to assess practical work. at Grade B.

Entry Requirements Campus Neath 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English/Welsh, GCSE Grade C or above Progression in Drama/English/Maths is desirable, but not essential in all cases. Virtually every large organisation in the country employs an economist in some capacity, making Economics a powerful Campus Neath subject for opening doors to all sorts of occupations. Progression Acting, Theatre Studies and Performing Arts in Higher Education. It can be used as part of your course to broaden your studies and may lead to a career in the performing arts industries.

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Engineering Develop a broad understanding of Engineering as a preparatory grounding for moving into appropriate employment within the sector. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Engineering work environment and an awareness of the social, economic and environmental implications of Engineering.

Entry Requirements Electronics 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including The course develops and maintains an Maths, English/Welsh and Physics or interest and enjoyment of electronics Double Award Science. and its application through investigation and problem-solving. The understanding of fundamental electronic systems Campus Neath English Language and the programming of single chip This course focuses on understanding microcomputers/controllers. Progression the basics of language at various levels. Combined with other relevant A Level Language is placed in its wider social Entry Requirements subjects, Engineering will give entry and global contexts and students to Engineering-based HNC/HND/ 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including will look at a wide range of texts from Foundation Degree/Degree courses biographies, fiction and non-fiction, Maths, English/Welsh and Physics or at many universities and enhance Double Award Science. writing for children and television employment into engineering-related scripts. industries. Campus Neath Entry Requirements Progression 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include English Language at Grade B and GCSE Combined with other relevant A Level English Literature at Grade C. subjects, Electronics will give entry to Electrical, Electronic, Engineering HND/ Degree courses at many universities. It Campus Neath will also give employment opportunities in a variety of Electronics-related Progression industries. Teaching, Journalism, Marketing, Speech and Language Therapy.

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English Literature Film Studies This traditional English Literature course This course will bring alive the subject is divided into five units, two at AS of cinema and provide a fascinating and three at A2 and assessed through and detailed insight into the world of examinations and one prose study. You film. You will investigate the way film English Language will explore poetry, drama and prose constructs meaning and provokes texts stylistically and historically through a spectator response. Film-making & Literature your own detailed academic writing. and viewing is an interactive, two-way This traditional English Language and English Literature course is divided into process, it is a language through which five units, two at AS and three at A2 and Entry Requirements we communicate ideas and messages. Film is an art form and one which, like assessed through examinations and 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include other art forms, for example, fine art and one prose study. You will explore poetry English Language at Grade C and GCSE literature, requires the reading of various and unseen text. Poetry, pre-1914, English Literature at Grade C. Creative Writing and Commentary as texts. You will not only be required to well as Shakespeare, Prose and Drama demonstrate an understanding of the and Non-Literary Text Study. Campus Neath films set before you, but also to extract further information at a deeper level Progression of analysis. You will be encouraged Entry Requirements to extend your own creativity and 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include Wide range of HE courses and careers production skills, and given the English Language at Grade B and GCSE including the Media, Teaching, Business opportunity to investigate and develop and Management, the Civil Service. English Literature at Grade B. your own ideas and short films.

Campus Neath Entry Requirements 6 GCSEs including English or Welsh at Progression Grade C or above. English Language and Literature is a valuable qualification for many degree Campus Neath courses and professions, such as Law, Teaching, Public Relations, Journalism and Advertising. Progression Successful completion of the programme may lead to further studies and careers in Film and Video, Journalism and Media.

24 A LEVELS Fine Art French An exciting, broad and intensive You will develop confident, effective programme designed for students communication skills in French and a who wish to explore and experiment in thorough understanding of the culture Fine Art. The course is an opportunity of countries and communities where to explore new media, materials and French is spoken. The course will techniques key disciplines include nurture an interest in, and enthusiasm drawing, painting, printmaking and for, language learning and encourages mixed media. You will be required to students to consider their study of the analyse your own work and that of others language in a broader context. The selected from the Contemporary and themes covered are, being a young Historical Art world. You will learn greater person in a French-speaking society skills in interpretation and evaluation and understanding the French-speaking by immersing yourself in projects that world, diversity and difference and become increasingly student-led as France from 1940 - 1950. you choose your own themes and areas to investigate. Fine Art is an important specialist component for a broader Art Entry Requirements 6 GCSE at Grade C or above to include Geography and Design career. French at Grade B and English Language This is a new course with a strong at Grade B. emphasis on investigative skills and the Entry Requirements understanding of physical and human 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including processes and landscapes. We study Neath English/Welsh. Campus a range of social and environmental issues at a local, national and global scale. Campus Neath Progression Teaching, Translation, Politics, Marketing, Progression Business, Law and Engineering. Entry Requirements Fine Art may be combined with additional 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include (creative) subjects in a number of ways. English Language, Mathematics and There are career opportunities in a wide Geography. variety of areas, those who have gained this qualification have gone on to obtain Campus Neath a diverse range of degrees in Visual Arts subjects as well as going on to work in Print Studios, Illustration, Television, Progression Film and Video, Computer-Aided Geography is a modern and topical Design, Textiles, Photography, Youth subject which draws together many and Community Work, Architecture, Arts of the skills that employers demand. Management and Gallery/Curatorial Geographers enter a wide range of positions, Education, Art Therapy, Art university courses and careers including Criticism and Journalism. conservation and environmental work, resource management, planning, and teaching.

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Geology Geology is a dynamic, interesting and fascinating subject and is now one of the most popular Earth Sciences studied in Higher Education. For the challenges human beings face in the twenty-first German Graphic century and beyond (Climate change, You will develop confident, effective competition for resources, fracking for communication skills in German and a Communication shale gas, to name just a few), geologists thorough understanding of the culture Graphic Communication is the art of are at the forefront analysing, evaluating of countries and communities where informing, persuading, provoking or and designing practical solutions so that German is spoken. The course will entertaining, using symbols, drawings, we can all live sustainably on this planet. nurture an interest in, and enthusiasm photographs and typography to convey Think of your home, apart from the wood for, language learning and encourages concepts and/or emotions. This course for the roof, everything else used for its students to consider their study of the will teach you how to bring ideas to construction has been resourced by a language in a broader context. The life using a broad range of traditional Geologist. Touch screen technology for 4 themes covered on the course are media, materials and techniques, G phones requires the rare Earth metal Diversity and Difference and The as well as utilising digital processes indium which only geologists can source, Making of Modern Germany from 1989 using industry-standard software. and its estimated that the global reserves onwards. Students will develop skills in research, of 6,000 tonnes will last just ten years. experimentation, idea generation, idea development/refinement, creative Entry Requirements making and evaluating. You will have Entry Requirements 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to the opportunity to explore a variety 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including include German at Grade B and English of outcomes including: Advertising, Mathematics and English and Additional Language at Grade B. Branding, Packaging, Typography, Science. Illustration. Campus Neath Campus Neath Entry Requirements Progression 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Progression Graphics or Art and Design and English Teaching, Translation, Politics, Marketing, Geology and the Earth Sciences offer Language. Business, Law and Engineering. some excellent career opportunities in a wide variety of areas: Local Government, Campus Neath Advisory Agencies, Planning Departments, Engineering, Construction, Mining, Oil/ Gas Exploration, Environmental Agencies Progression and Teaching. Successful completion of this course may lead to further studies in Graphic Communication/Design, Typography, Illustration, Digital Photography, Architecture, Animation and Advertising. This subject combines well with AS/A Level Fine Art, ICT, Photography, Textiles, Media Studies and Three-Dimensional Design.

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Health & Social Care History Law Students studying Health and Social History isn’t a subject that’s stuck in The A Level Law course encourages Care will study the rights of service users the past. Far from it! Historical events students to develop an interest of law, and the responsibilities of organisations. are what have shaped our society into and selected areas of the legal system You will investigate current health issues what it is today. The course has been in England and Wales. The course will in society and plan and implement a designed to help you understand the give you an understanding of how the health promotion campaign. You will value and significance of world events legal system works, and not just what develop an understanding of qualities in the past. In the process, you’ll gain a the law is. It looks at the roles of the necessary to work in the field of deeper understanding of social, cultural, legal professionals, how laws are made, HSC along with the roles of various religious and ethnic diversity. You will how courts work and the processes professionals in order to prepare for cover The History of Wales and England, involved in criminal and civil law. You your future career. 1780-1880, Germany, 1918-1945 will go onto look at how we discuss and USA, 1890-1990. evaluate the Criminal Justice System of England and Wales. It gives students an Entry Requirements in-depth understanding of topics such 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include Entry Requirements as murder and manslaughter, non-fatal Maths and English. 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include offences, police powers and sentencing. English Language at Grade C. GCSE Campus Neath History not essential, but GCSE Grade C if taken. Entry Requirements 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Progression English Language at Grade B. Children, Adult, Mental Health Nursing; Campus Neath Childhood Studies; Social Work; Campus Neath Teaching; Other allied professions Progression such as speech and language and Teaching, Law, Civil Service, Local occupational therapy. Government, Human Resources, Progression Accountancy, Librarianship, Archive Teaching, Law, Business and Civil Administration and many others. Service.

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Mathematics/ Media Studies Music Media Studies focuses on many things This is a rigorous and demanding Further Mathematics you already know and enjoy such course. Music is a highly respected Mathematics plays a central and essential as films, TV programmes, music and subject and can be studied alongside part in all scientific disciplines, as well advertisements. We will teach you how most subject combinations. The course as being an important subject in its own to consider such products critically, has 3 units in each year. These are: right. It is also useful as a support to many thinking analytically about how they Performing, Composing and Appraising. Humanities subjects such as Economics, are created and consumed. Media You will study a range of music from Psychology and Geography. The AS Studies also involves practical work, the Classical Era to the Twentieth/ Mathematics syllabus includes topics from where you learn the techniques involved Twenty-First Century as well as either Pure Mathematics, Statistics and Mechanics for the production of your own media Musical Theatre, Rock & Pop or Jazz. including: Algebra, Co-ordinate Geometry, You will be expected to compose two Calculus, Trigonometry, Kinematics, Newton’s text. You might produce pop videos, TV compositions each year. You will be Laws of Motion, Probability. commercials, magazine advertisements, computer animation, websites and entitled to receive a weekly individual For those students who are particularly documentary videos. Above all, you lesson on your chosen instrument/voice gifted in Mathematics there is the option to should become more conscious of provided by the College as part of the study a further 2 modules in Mathematics, your media consumption habits and Music Academy. There are a range of allowing a greater depth of study. This would more inclined to question what you are extra-curricular activities and concerts, allow you to achieve a second AS or A Level consuming. festivals and trips which it is hoped that in Mathematics (Further Maths). This is you will participate in. particularly useful for students wishing to undertake a degree in mathematics or Entry Requirements Engineering. 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Entry Requirements English and/or Welsh. 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Entry Requirements English and/or Welsh. You should be a A minimum of 6 GCSEs at Grade C or Campus Neath confident performer, with the MINIMUM above, including Grade B or above in GCSE ability of Grade 5 on your instrument/ Mathematics. (Higher or Intermediate Tier) voice for AS and a MINIMUM ability of and a Grade C in Numeracy. Students Progression Grade 6 for A2 level. wishing to study Further Mathematics Successful completion of the An ability to read staff notation is require an A* in GCSE Mathematic and a programme may lead to further studies desirable, or at least a desire to do so. good GCSE profile. in Media, Journalism, Broadcasting and Grade 5 theory [ABRSM] is an ideal Communication at higher education or preparation for the course, although not Campus Neath (Mathematics and employment within the broadcasting essential. Further Mathematics). and advertising industries. This subject combines well with AS/A Level Graphics Campus Neath Progression Design, Photography, Art and Design, Film Studies, Communication Studies, An A Level in Maths is a requirement or a preferred subject for a wide range English and Languages. Progression of courses at university. These include: Students may progress onto Higher Mathematics, Science, Medicine, Education, music conservatoires or Engineering, Economics, Accounting and employment in the field of music and Business Studies. entertainment An A Level in Further Maths is a preferred subject for a wide range of courses at university. These include: Mathematics, Physics, Engineering and Economics.

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Photography Physical Education Physics This course will teach you about Physical Education is the study of If you are fascinated by the world around photography as an expressive art form. exercise and sport in terms of human you and would like to understand You will learn about the importance of anatomy, health and achievement. It is more about it or are thinking about the photograph as not just a medium also about improving the individual’s engineering, medicine, electronics, of recording but also as a form of personal skills and performance(s) in astronomy or technology then Physics communication. You will be given the a range of sports/exercises, which will is for you. If you decide to become a opportunity to produce photographs then allow them to also lead others in Physics student then in your training that are visually interesting, through the developing their personal skills and you will learn to: design experiments, exploration of both darkroom and digital performance in sports/exercises. You use mathematics and computing in real processes. This course is extremely will cover topics such as Anatomy and life situations, observe events and ask practical and challenging but it is also Physiology Acquiring Movement Skills, sensible questions about them, work theoretical and you will undertake Coaching, Social Cultural Studies, happily in teams, explain your ideas to lessons in contextual awareness in Historical Studies, Sports Psychology people around you, have new ideas and order to help you enhance analytical and Exercise Physiology. think up new theories, develop logical skills. If you are a creative, self- and analytical problem-solving skills. motivated and independent person who Entry Requirements likes a challenge, then this is the course 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above, preferably Entry Requirements for you. Students who follow other A including Maths and English/Welsh. 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Level courses in Fine Art and Graphic Students should possess a high level of English and Grade B in Mathematics Communication would be particularly competence in 1 sport and/or coaching and Additional/Triple Science (Higher suited to this course. or officiating experience. Tier).

Entry Requirements Campus Neath Campus Neath 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English/Welsh. Students are advised to Progression buy their own digital camera. Progression Teaching, Sport and Recreation, With a Physics qualification, you could Sports Management, Forces, choose to work in the open air, in a Campus Neath Police, Physiotherapy, Medicine, hospital, in a laboratory team, in all Sports Massage, Holistic Therapies, kinds of engineering, in education Occupational Therapy, Personal Training, Progression or in many other environments. For Coaching, Sports Psychology, Business Many students who study photography somebody who finds the idea of a job in and Finance. pursue the subject to HE level. This industry attractive, there are openings opens up a variety of career paths, from based on Materials, Computing, Energy working in commercial, advertising, or Food Science. Exciting work too editorial photography, photojournalism in Meteorology, Telecommunication, or as a photographic artist. Scientific Journalism, Aerospace and Forensics.

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Psychology Religious Studies Sociology Our students tell us that they enjoy Religious Studies is the social study Sociology is becoming increasingly the practical investigations where they of Religion and Religious practices. It popular amongst students who want collect primary data and the discussions focuses on contemporary issues and a better understanding of the social that arise out of the topics. encourages you to engage critically. world and it encompasses important The specification is designed to give a The course covers three topics, An but less popular subjects such as broad theoretical understanding that Introduction to the Study of Religion, An philosophy and ethics. It is a course enables students to fully appreciate Introduction to Religion and Ethics and for students who enjoy working with the complexity of the human mind and the Philosophy of Religion. In the second others and enjoy lively, knowledgeable behaviour. year, one of the subjects is studied in debates on different social subjects. A A variety of teaching methods are used more depth and at a higher level. Level Sociology will give you a better to convey the theory, e.g. independent understanding of society as a force. The learning worksheets that closely follow course consists of four units including the textbooks allowing both activities Entry Requirements Examining Power and Control Social, to explore ideas and guidance for note 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include Inequality and Applied Methods of taking. Videos clips are used regularly English. Social Enquiry. and class discussions are encouraged. Campus Neath Entry Requirements Entry Requirements 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Progression English Language at Grade C and GCSE Maths at Grade C, English Language at This specification provides a suitable English Literature at Grade C. Grade B and Double or Triple Science foundation for the study of Religious at Grade C. Studies or a related area through a Neath range of higher education courses Campus Campus Neath (e.g. a degree course in this area or a related discipline), progression to the Progression next level of Vocational Qualifications The course provides a good foundation Progression (e.g. through its contribution to the for further study of Sociology or related A range of Higher Education courses development of candidate’s study subjects at Higher Education and careers and careers, e.g. Psychology degrees, skills and understanding of ethical in Teaching, Social Work, Criminology, teaching, sport, health professions and social issues) or direct entry into Charity Organisation and Police. and business. In addition, students employment. Employment opportunities achieving A Level Psychology have also from the study of this topic are many, been accepted for degree courses in e.g. Nursing, Social Work, Teaching, Law, Criminology, Counselling, Veterinary Journalism, Police Force and Care Work. Science, Biological and Environmental Sciences.

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Spanish Textiles Three-Dimensional You will develop confident, effective You will experience a wide range of communication skills in Spanish and a textile workshops in which to gain the Design thorough understanding of the culture relevant skills needed for the course. This course allows you to develop of countries and communities where These include a selection of traditional knowledge, understanding and skills Spanish is spoken. The course will and contemporary processes such of designing and making of three- nurture an interest in, and enthusiasm as, a variety of printing techniques, dimensional work. The focus will be on for, language learning and encourages papermaking, felt-making, hand and the process of design through thorough students to consider their study of machine stitch, image transfer, ragrugs, investigation of a range of materials the language in a broader context. dyeing, batik, fabric manipulation and processes. You will develop skills in The themes covered on the AS and many more. Every student will be research, idea generation/development, course include being a young person given the opportunity to explore these 3D experimentation, creative making in a Spanish-speaking society and techniques through their individual and evaluating. understanding the Spanish-speaking preferences of textiles, fashion, world; whilst the A2 programme looks at interiors, wearable art or accessories. Entry Requirements This experimental process will evolve Diversity and Difference and The Two 6 GCSEs to include an Art & Design/ Spains: 1936 onwards. through creating a sketchbook in which students will develop a range of skills Design & Technology-related subject from drawing, gathering relevant primary plus English/Maths+. Students who Entry Requirements and secondary research, analysis of will follow other A Level courses in GCSE Grade B in a foreign language or work produced and the work of others, Graphic Communication, Textiles and Welsh. 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to producing experimental textile samples Engineering would be particularly suited include English Language at Grade B. No and producing a collection of unique to this course. previous knowledge of Spanish is required. outcomes which will be one of a kind. Campus Neath Campus Neath Entry Requirements 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Progression Progression English/Welsh and/or a satisfactory Successful completion of the Career prospects include: Teaching, portfolio. programme could lead to further study Translation, Politics, Marketing, or a career in: Business, Law and Engineering. Campus Neath Product Design, Industrial Design, Furniture Design, Craft Production, Jewellery Design, Theatre/Set Design, Progression Interior Design, Exhibition Design, Successful completion of the programme Architecture, Engineering. may lead to further studies in Textile Design, Surface Pattern Design, various aspects of Fashion Design including Accessory Design, Jewellery Design and Fashion Photography / marketing / buying, Stage Design, etc.

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Travel & Tourism Cymraeg Welsh Second The course encourages you to appreciate the scale and importance Iaith Gyntaf Language of the travel and tourism industry in Mae’r cwrs hwn wedi’i seilio ar destunau This course is based upon set texts, the world and recognise the positive gosod, gramadeg, ffilm ac ysgrifennu grammar and films. It is necessary to and negative impacts the industry may creadigol. Bydd myfyrwyr UG yn trafod take an interest in the language outside have on people, environments and y ffilm ‘Hedd Wyn’ a’r ddrama ‘Y Tŵr’ gan the classroom by listening to Welsh economies. You will discover that the Gwenlyn Parry. Bydd arholiad llafar, radio programmes and watching the travel and tourism industry is dynamic dau ddarn o waith cwrs ysgrifenedig ac Welsh TV channel, S4C. The programme in nature and how the industry responds arholiad ysgrifenedig. Bydd myfyrwyr is assessed through the following skills: to change: for example, external factors U2 yn astudio rhyddiaith yr Oesoedd reading, writing, and speaking. Lessons such as changing consumer needs and Canol a barddoniaeth yr Hengerdd a’r are delivered through the medium of expectations, developments in ICT. Cywyddau. Bydd arholiad llafar ac Welsh, in the main, which ensures that A Level Travel and Tourism is a popular arholiadau ysgrifenedig ychwanegol students reach the highest level of course with a proven track record of a fydd yn gofyn i fyfyrwyr werthfawrogi accuracy and fluency. success here at the College. Studying llenyddiaeth a’r Gymraeg mewn cyd- this exciting and dynamic industry destun. Entry Requirements will provide you with an opportunity 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above. GCSE to access a wealth of career options Gofynion Mynediad Grade B in Welsh Second Language within, what is regarded as the world’s Bydd angen 6 TGAU, Graddau A*-C Full Course Higher Tier. Welsh Second greatest industry. gan gynnwys Mathemateg, Saesneg a Language Short Course will be Chymraeg Iaith a Llenyddiaeth (Iaith considered at Grade A or above. Entry Requirements Gyntaf) gradd B neu uwch. 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above to include Campus Neath Maths or English. Campws Castell-nedd Progression Campus Neath Llwybrau Datblygu The course provides a good foundation Mae’r cwrs hwn yn sail dda i gamu for further study of Welsh or related Progression ymlaen i gyflogaeth yn y meysydd subjects at Higher Education and canlynol - Dysgu, Gwleidyddiaeth, careers in Teaching, Translation, Politics, Suitable for any learner looking to Cyfieithu, Marchnata, Busnes, Y Gyfraith, Marketing, Business, Law, Engineering, progress into employment within the y Cyfryngau a Pheirianneg. PE. Travel & Tourism industry, Hospitality and Event Management as well as a general business direction or to progress onto Higher Education through a range of programmes.

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Apprenticeships Available

Agriculture is more than just farming; it is one of addition to the commercial working farm. The farm the world’s biggest businesses. There are over 200 has 128 hectares (316 acres) split equally between different career areas available in agriculture. There Fronlas Farm at Newtown and Cefnybryn Farm at is, at present, a very high demand throughout the Sarn some eight miles away. Both farms are run as industry for trained, educated and well-motivated one unit and carry around 150 beef cattle and 750 young people to enter the industry. breeding sheep plus approximately 1,000 lambs. The farms grow mainly grass with some other cereal Not only does agriculture provide a fulfilling and and forage crops. interesting career choice, it also opens the doors to many other industries, due to the broad education, The farms provide an important practical resource skills, training and experience that are required! for land-based and other learners and the Newtown Campus Themes Restaurant is supplied with both The Fronlas Farm at our Newtown Campus is the beef and lamb from the farm. The farms also supply base for all land-based learners and has a range both Morrisons and Sainsbury’s with beef and lamb of purpose-built classrooms and workshops in during the year.

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Level 2 Level 2 Diploma in Level 2 Apprenticeship Agriculture Apprenticeship This is a full-time course where you would in Agriculture attend College for three days per week in Agricultural This is a part-time course for all those and study all aspects of basic agriculture who wish to work within agriculture to include livestock production, crop Mechanics either as an employee or within the production estate maintenance and This is a part-time course for those family farm business. There will be two tractor and machinery maintenance and seeking a career in the repair and days per week attendance at College operations. The remaining days will be maintenance of tractors and agricultural followed by employment within a farm spent gaining relevant work experience machinery. You will attend College for two business for the remainder of the week. within a suitable farm business. You days per week followed by employment The course includes all aspects of basic will also have the opportunity via within an agricultural engineering livestock production, crop production, Farming Connect to take certificates of business for the remainder of the week. estate maintenance and tractor and competence in ATV, Telescopic Handler, machinery-related maintenance and Pesticides, Chainsaws, Sheep Dips and Length 2 Years operation. Safe use of Veterinary Medicines. Campus Newtown Length 2 Years Length 2 Years Entry Requirements Campus Newtown Campus Newtown Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Pass* and the appropriate range of Entry Requirements Entry Requirements GCSEs A*-E. Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Pass* and the appropriate range of Pass* and the appropriate range of Progression GCSEs A*-E. GCSEs A*-E. Progression from this course will be to Level 3 study in a similar discipline or to Progression Progression employment within the industry. Progression from this course would be Progression will be either to the Level 3 either to the Level 3 apprenticeship in Apprenticeship in Agriculture or to the Agriculture or to the Level 3 Extended Level 3 Extended Diploma in Agriculture. Diploma in Agriculture.

34 Agriculture Level 3 Apprenticeship in Agriculture Level 3 Extended This is a part-time course with Diploma in attendance at College for one day per week over two years and the remainder Agriculture of the time spent working within a This is a full-time course with attendance farm business. The course covers all at College over four days per week and aspects of livestock management, with associated work experience within waste management and farm business a related business. The course covers a management. range of modules in livestock production and management, grassland and crop management, estate maintenance, 2 Years Length machinery operations and financial and business management. Campus Newtown Length 2 Years Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate National and Newtown subject specific GCSEs as requested. Campus Entry Requirements Progression Welsh Baccalaureate National and Progression from this course would subject specific GCSEs as requested. be into employment or into Higher Education. Progression There are excellent prospects to progress to HE from this course and into related employment.

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Accountant Administrator Marketing OFFICER Personal Assistant Banking Business skills are highly transferable which means you Human Resources could work in any number of industries. Our courses equip you for both life and work by developing skills that meet the Event Management needs of employers or prepare you for Higher Education. We offer a wide range of courses that help expand your Travel Operations skills and knowledge in business, accountancy, travel Airline Staff and tourism, customer service, leisure, retail, business administration and event management. Retail

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BTEC Level 1 BTEC Level 2 Diploma BTEC Level 3 in Business in Business Extended Diploma Business encourages and develops This exciting and practical course you through a combination of practical introduces you to Business and the in Business with WBQ experience and written assignments. wealth of career opportunities available This qualification equips you with the The course will provide you with the to you. You will study three core units knowledge and skills needed to embark knowledge, skills and understanding alongside mandatory and specialist upon a successful business career. The needed for a career in the sector. units. The core units will provide you L3 Extended Diploma will introduce you This qualification also provides with an introduction to business with to a broad range of occupational routes career development opportunities for some allowing you to develop your and help you progress into employment those already in work. Alongside the entrepreneurial skills. Specialist units or further study. This is a broad-based, qualification you will have the opportunity provide you with an insight into other practical, work-related course that to study GCSE Mathematics and English areas of the industry such as Marketing, links with a range of local and national plus Essential Employment Skills. Delivering and Improving Customer businesses. A variety of enterprise Service, Working in Business Teams and activities have been developed to identify Project Management. One of the main any budding entrepreneurs. You will also 1 Year Length purposes of this qualification is to help study the Level 3 Welsh Baccalaureate you progress ultimately into employment. and Essential Skills. Guest speakers Campus Neath You will develop employability skills from local and national businesses will which will help you adapt to an ever- also offer their input and you will take changing role needed to survive in the part in group visits and a period of work Entry Requirements global economy. experience. No formal entry requirements (interview).

Progression Length 2 Years Length 2 Years Level 2 qualifications. Campus Afan, Neath Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, Neath & Newtown Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Entry Requirements Pass* and the appropriate range of Welsh Baccalaureate National and GCSEs A*-E. subject specific GCSEs as requested.

Progression Progression You can progress on to a Level 3 course Completion of the course allows you or seek employment. to progress on to Higher Education in Business.

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AS Business BTEC Level 3 in BTEC Level 3 in with BTEC Level 3 Business & AAT Business & Law The courses are ideal for those who wish The courses are ideal for those who wish Enterprise & to develop a theoretical and practical to develop a theoretical and practical understanding of Business Management, understanding of Business Management, Entrepreneurship knowledge and management within the knowledge and management within The Extended Certificate in Enterprise business sector focused on accounting the tourism sector and gain a law and Entrepreneurship is for those and financial management and gain qualification on top! This qualification is students who want to explore the an AAT qualification on top! This recognised as a first step to being able interesting world of entrepreneurship qualification is recognised as a first to work in a law firm. and combine examined work with course step to being able employed within an In the first year you will study for the BTEC work. Students will cover Business accounting environment. Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Business, Opportunities and business functions as In the first year you will study for the BTEC with a Certificate in Travel and Tourism well as develop a marketing campaign, Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Business, and in the second year you will study for look at Entrepreneurship and social with a Level 2 AAT qualification and in BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Business and enterprise. the second year you will study for BTEC a Certificate in Law. The Subsidiary Alongside the BTEC qualification, Level 3 Diploma in Business and a Level Diploma can either be studied as part students will study AS Business which 3 AAT. of the 2-Year Business programme or provides a depth to the understanding alongside the A Levels. of the business environment and complements the study of Enterprise & Length 2 Years Entrepreneurship. Length 2 Years The A Level Business course covers Campus Newtown a wide range of business subjects Campus Brecon Beacons, Newtown including Business Opportunities, Business Functions, Business Analysis Entry Requirements and Strategy as well as Business in a Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Entry Requirements Changing World. Pass* and the appropriate range of Welsh Baccalaureate National and GCSEs A*-E. subject specific GCSEs as requested. Length 2 Years Progression Progression Students who successfully complete Students who successfully complete Neath Campus the course can progress directly to the course can progress directly to work in Business or Accounting (or even work in Business, Tourism or Law (or Entry Requirements a combination) or on to a full-time or even a combination) or on to a full- 6 GCSE passes at Grade C or above part-time Higher Education programme. time or part-time Higher Education including Maths and English Language. programme either at Brecon Beacons Campus through Glyndŵr University or at other Higher Education providers and Progression universities. Higher Education or employment.

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BTEC Level 1 BTEC Level 2 Diploma BTEC Level 3 in Travel in Tourism in Travel & Tourism & Tourism with WBQ This course will give you the opportunity During the year, you will study some This exciting and dynamic course to explore the Travel and Tourism sector important core units that will give you a introduces you to the travel and tourism through a combination of practical good grounding in learning about how industry and the wealth of career experience and written assignments. travel and tourism businesses operate, opportunities available to you in what is The course will provide the knowledge, introduce you to the importance of UK as the world’s greatest industry. It Is a two- skills and understanding, needed for a a tourist destination and why the delivery year course and successful completion career in the tourism sector. Units offered of excellent customer service is vital to of the Extended Diploma has the include the development of UK tourism, the success of organisations. Specialist equivalency of 3 A2 qualifications and international holiday destinations and units will show you how visitor attractions will allow you entry to Higher Education. factors affecting travel and tourism are developed and you will learn about The skills that you develop studying travel worldwide. the impact of natural disasters, terrorism and tourism are transferable making you and other factors that affect tourism on an excellent candidate for numerous a worldwide scale. Your studies in the careers both within the travel and tourism 1 Year Length classroom are backed up with visits to industry and outside. attractions and other destinations when Neath you will receive talks from people who Campus 2 Years are working in the industry, this gives you Length the opportunity of asking questions and Entry Requirements really getting a feel for the industry. Afan, Neath No formal entry requirements (interview). Campus

Length 1 Year Entry Requirements Progression Welsh Baccalaureate National and Level 2 qualifications. subject specific GCSEs as requested. Campus Afan, Neath

Entry Requirements Progression Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Completion of the course allows you to Pass* and the appropriate range of progress on to Higher Education. GCSEs A*-E. Career opportunities include: Tourism planning and development, this could be with a local authority or with a tourist Progression board such as VisitWales. Opportunities Successful completion of this course in the hotel and event management will allow you to progress onto the sectors are also an option and could BTEC Level 3 Travel and Tourism include planning sporting events, music course. Alternatively, you could seek events or wedding planning. Other areas employment in one of the many travel include working in an airport for an and tourism organisations. airline or as an overseas representative.

39 Computing & IT

Employment in the IT and telecoms industry is set to grow at five times the national average over the next decade, playing a vital role in underpinning the economic recovery of the UK.

The School of Computing and IT offers a wide range of courses, constantly introducing new options in response to industry requirements. We will help you to meet your personal, career and employment goals whether you are just leaving school, are in work, or simply want to improve your IT skills. Our courses are aimed at students who want Web Designer to gain a nationally recognised qualification in Computing and ICT. Our BTEC courses are offered Computer Programmer at Levels 1, 2 and 3 and we deliver the new A Level in Computer Science. Computer Technician The School of Computing and IT uses up to Multimedia Specialist date hardware and software, such as the Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Studio .NET, Java NetBeans, Game Designer Blender, BFXR, Audacity and Game Maker. All our courses are delivered in bespoke IT laboratories Systems Analyst with a specialist suite for the delivery of PC construction and network development. Keep in Touch

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BTEC Level 1 BTEC Level 2 BTEC Level 3 Diploma in IT Extended Certificate Extended National This course enables learners to develop their understanding and practical skills in Information and Diploma in IT through looking at how Information The BTEC Extended Level 3 Diploma is a Computer Technology is used in Creative Technology specialist, work-related qualification in the industry and commerce using a range This is a practical, work-related computing and IT sector. It is designed of software applications, and through qualification. You learn by completing with the aim of giving you the knowledge, looking at jobs that involve working with projects and assignments that are based understanding and skills needed for ICT. on realistic workplace situations. It will employment. The BTEC L3 Diploma appeal to students who wish to develop qualifications provide career development their ICT skills and it will provide learners opportunities and a clear progression Length 1 Year with the knowledge, understanding route to higher education, degree and and skills that they need to prepare for professional development programmes Campus Brecon Beacons, Neath, employment in the IT industry. within the same or related areas of study. Newtown Length 1 Year Length 2 Years Entry Requirements A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grades E & F Campus Brecon Beacons, Neath, Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, plus a successful interview. Newtown Neath, Newtown

Progression Entry Requirements Entry Requirements The Level 1 Diploma in IT can stand as a Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Welsh Baccalaureate National and basic qualification in ICT by itself. It can Pass* and the appropriate range of subject specific GCSEs as requested. also be used as a basis for progression GCSEs A*-E. A Level 1 qualification in IT A Level 2 qualification in IT. onto other further education courses plus a successful interview. including progression onto the Level 2 Progression Extended Certificate in ICT as well as Progression other Level 2 qualifications. Higher Education or secure employment Learners can progress onto other higher in a range of business and ICT level qualifications in ICT or secure organisations. employment in a range of business and ICT organisations.

41 Construction

Apprenticeships Here at the School of Construction and Built Environment, we Available offer a wide range of courses and excellent training from industry professionals in first class facilities. We will help students to become a qualified person in areas such as bricklaying, joinery, plastering and painting and decorating. The College has the largest construction department in Wales of any education provider, and we work with the sector to ensure the skills our students develop are Bricklayer relevant and meet the needs of the construction industry. We offer a variety of technical and professional courses plus an Extended Carpenter Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment, in addition to a rapidly expanding range of Higher Education courses. Plasterer Our plastering department has been named the best in the UK for an outstanding second year running by the Master and Wardens of Painting & the Worshipful Company of Plaisterers. Decorating The College is also dedicated to breaking down the barriers surrounding women in construction and successfully piloted the ‘Women Building Wales’ project which encourages women into the Site Project industry. Female Civil Engineering student Ronia Griffiths is proof Management that building sites are not just for boys and was named the CITB’s Welsh Apprentice of the Year 2015, as well as The CITB UK Industry Apprentice of the Year 2015 on top of achieving a triple Distinction Civil Engineer in her BTEC qualification.

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Foundation in Level 1 Diploma Level 2 Diploma Building Craft in Bricklaying in Bricklaying This is a practical course which will This Brickwork course will further Operations help you develop skills and knowledge enhance the Trowel skills already gained The course consists of a knowledge of crucial to a job in the construction at Level 1 and will equip you for a job in health and safety, practical and theory industry. You will study practical the construction industry. sessions in bricklaying, plastering, bricklaying craft skills, job knowledge The course will cover practical craft carpentry, painting, plumbing, tiling and and trade techniques, the interpretation skills, job knowledge and advanced handle and store materials. of construction drawings and the trade techniques which will include calculation of materials and costing. cavity walls, arches, a range of different bonds including brick thick, English and Length 1 Year Essential Skills Wales qualifications will also be delivered during the course. Flemish bonds, decorative panel work and blockwork. Campus Brecon Beacons, Neath, Newtown, Swansea Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Campus Brecon Beacons, Neath, Entry Requirements Brecon Beacons, Neath, No formal entry requirements (interview). Newtown, Swansea Campus Newtown, Swansea Progression Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (interview). Entry Requirements Successful completion of the course Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ will enable students to advance onto Pass* and the appropriate range of a full-time course on a Diploma within Progression GCSEs A*-E. A Level 1 qualification in their chosen area. NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Trowel Bricklaying. Occupations could be gained in your workplace or you can progress onto a Level 2 Diploma in bricklaying and Progression relevant employment in the construction NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Trowel industry. Occupations could be gained in your workplace or you can progress onto a Level 3 Diploma in bricklaying and relevant employment in the construction industry. 43 Construction

Level 1 Diploma in Level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery Carpentry & Joinery Designed for anyone looking for This course will develop the practical employment in carpentry. It is a practical skills and knowledge gained at Level work-related course, and you will learn 1 and will equip you for a job in the by completing practical training tests, construction industry. Learners will written assignments, and online tests. attend College three days a week and will The course is structured around the study a Level 2 Diploma (if unemployed) Welsh Baccalaureate and it is designed and a Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Carpentry to be equally accessible and relevant & Joinery (two days a week if employed). for learners aged 16-19, or mature The learning will build on the Level 1 learners, with or without experience. Diploma with units that include: First fix (door and window frames, stud partitions and stairs). Second fix (doors, 1 Year Length skirting, architrave, ironmongery, service encasement, kitchens and cladding). Campus Brecon Beacons, Neath, Carcassing (floors and roofs). Newtown, Swansea Length 1 Year Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (interview). Campus Brecon Beacons, Neath, Newtown, Swansea Progression On successful completion, you can Entry Requirements progress to a Level 2 Diploma - NVQ Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Diploma. Pass* and the appropriate range of GCSEs A*-E. A Level 1 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery.

Progression The course is designed for those wishing to gain employment within the construction industry or progress in your existing employment. You can also continue with your studies to the next level.

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Level 1 Diploma Level 2 Diploma in Painting & in Painting & Decorating Decorating This painting and decorating course This painting and decorating course will consists of both practical and theory help develop the painting and decorating elements. Practical sessions take place skills already gained at Level 1 and will in a fully equipped workshop and equip you for a job in the construction training is given by qualified trainers/ industry. The course will cover practical assessors who have a construction craft skills, job knowledge and advanced trade background. Theory lessons, trade techniques which will include: including essential skills, provide setting out and planning work, technical important underpinning knowledge painting and wallpapering skills. and understanding to support practical training sessions. Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Campus Neath, Newtown Campus Neath, Newtown Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Entry Requirements Pass* and the appropriate range of No formal entry requirements (interview). GCSEs A*-E. A Level 1 qualification in Painting & Decorating. Progression NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Painting Progression and Decorating (with work-placed NVQ Diploma 2 in Painting and employment) or you can progress onto Decorating or related employment in a Level 2 Diploma in Painting and the construction industry. Decorating and relevant employment in the construction industry.

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Level 1 Diploma Level 2 Diploma BTEC Level 3 in Plastering in Plastering Extended Diploma The course consists of practical, theory This plastering course will further and key skills sessions. Practical sessions enhance the plastering skills already in Construction take place in fully equipped workshops gained at Level 1 and will equip you and assessment is conducted by for a job in the construction industry. and the Built qualified assessors. Theoretical sessions The course will cover practical craft provide underpinning knowledge and skills, job knowledge and advanced Environment understanding to support practical trade techniques which will include (Civil Engineering) sessions. external render finishes, dry lining, floor This construction and civil engineering screeding and fibrous plastering. course is advanced level, where a range Length 1 Year of construction modules are studied Length 1 Year including health, safety and welfare, site surveying, sustainable construction, and Campus Neath, Swansea Mathematics, Science and materials in Neath, Swansea Campus construction and the built environment. Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (interview). Entry Requirements 2 Years Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Length Pass* and the appropriate range of Progression GCSEs A*-E. A Level 1 qualification in Campus Neath, Newtown Successful completion of the course Plastering. will enable progression to Intermediate Level 2 award and the possibility of a Entry Requirements modern apprenticeship. Progression Welsh Baccalaureate National and Successful completion can lead to the subject specific GCSEs as requested. Level 3 Diploma. This qualification, if supplemented with work-based Progression evidence, can lead to an NVQ 3. HNC Level 4 in Construction and the Built Environment. HNC Level 4 in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering).

46 Creative, Visual & Performing Arts

The School of Creative, Visual and Performing Arts (CVP) offers full-time courses in Art and Design, Media and Music Technician Performing Arts. All courses are taught in specialist facilities and have access to state-of-the-art theatrical Photographer spaces. Animation Designer We are a creative centre for learning and you can decide TV & Film to follow the A Level route and experience a range of subjects or specialise in a full-time vocational course, Choreographer Dancer either in Performing Arts, Art and Design or Media. Either Musician Actor way, you will be part of a dynamic environment and be supported by inspiring and enthusiastic lecturers. Arts Administrator

Our extensive range of extra-curricular activities and the NPTC Group Cultural Scholarship offers you the final ingredient to help develop your true potential.

You can check out our website for full course descriptions, specific entry requirements and extra content: www.nptcgroup.ac.uk

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BTEC Level 2 Diploma Level 3 BTEC BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design Extended Diploma in Creative Digital The art and design course allows you to gain experience and skills in a in Art & Design Media Production range of specialisms. The syllabus is This course allows you to gain wide-ranging and will provide many with Welsh experience and skills in a wide range opportunities for you to use your of industry fields. If you are committed imagination and creativity. Drawing Baccalaureate to further study or a career in media This is a general art and design course, ability and practical skills are also production, then this is the course for which allows you to gain practical important and you will need an eye you. The syllabus offers a wide variety experience and skills across a wide for colour and shape, a willingness to of units ranging from pre-production, range of art and design. If you are experiment as well as commitment. production and post-production committed to further study or a career techniques in TV, video, advertising, in art and design, then this is the course photography and digital media. Length 1 Year for you. The syllabus is dynamic and Creativity and imagination is key, whilst wide-ranging, offering many exciting good analytical skills are important in Campus Afan, Newtown opportunities for you to use your realising your productive ideas. imagination and creativity. Drawing ability and practical skills are essential, Entry Requirements whilst good computer skills are also Length 1 Year Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ important. You will need an eye for Pass* and the appropriate range of shape and colour, good analytical skills Campus Neath, Newtown GCSEs A*-E. and a willingness to experiment , as well as commitment and perseverance. This Entry Requirements Progression is a Level 3 course which is equivalent to 3 A Levels. Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ This qualification will help learners to enter Pass* and the appropriate range of higher level courses, e.g. National Diploma GCSEs A*-E. and prepare them for employment in the Length 2 Years field of art and design. Progression Campus Afan, Neath, Newtown This qualification will help learners to enter higher level courses, e.g. Higher Entry Requirements National Diploma and degree courses, Welsh Baccalaureate National and and to prepare them for employment in subject specific GCSEs as requested. the field of media.

Progression This qualification will allow learners to enter higher level courses, e.g. Foundation Diploma in Art and Design and degree courses, also to prepare them for employment in the field of art and design. 48 Creative, Visual & Performing Arts

BTEC Level 3 Extended BTEC Level 2 Diploma Diploma in Creative in Performing Arts This fantastic and creative course has Media Production been introduced to widen access to further courses in the performing arts. with Welsh It offers students the opportunity to explore and develop all of their practical Baccalaureate performance skills. It is a highly This is a general media course which practical course, which includes units allows you to gain experience and skills in dance, drama, musical theatre and in a wide range of media specialisms. music. Practical and computer skills are essential whilst the ability to draw will help in visualising and storyboarding Length 1 Year your ideas. You will need good analytical skills, a willingness to experiment, Campus Neath, Newtown work as a production team, as well as commitment and perseverance. Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Length 2 Years Pass* and the appropriate range of GCSEs A*-E. Campus Neath, Newtown Progression Entry Requirements Successful completion of the course Welsh Baccalaureate National and (Merit or above) will allow the learner to subject specific GCSEs as requested. progress onto a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music, Dance or Performing Progression Arts. This qualification will help learners to enter higher level courses, e.g. higher national diploma and degree courses, and prepare them for employment in the field of media production.

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BTEC Level 3 Level 3 BTEC Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma Extended Diploma Extended Diploma in Performing Arts in Dance with Welsh in Music with Welsh The performing arts industry is highly competitive and demanding, but can Baccalaureate Baccalaureate be extremely rewarding. To be a success The course is designed to provide This course allows you to gain in this field, you need talent and specialist, work-related training in dance, experience and skills in a wide range personality, as well as a huge amount through a variety of units including; of popular music specialisms. It is a of enthusiasm and determination. choreographic principles, choreographing Level 3 course which is equivalent to 3 Here at NPTC Group of Colleges, we dance, developing/applying classical A Levels. If you are a talented and more are dedicated to providing the best ballet technique, tap, jazz dance, body importantly committed musician, and teaching and learning for people who maintenance, movement in performance, love all aspects of music then this is the community dance practice and theoretical want to pursue a lasting career in course for you! We have a very vibrant approaches to dance. As part of the Performing Arts. You will be given the music department here at the College, One Vision Dance Company, students opportunity to be involved a wide-range affording students many opportunities should be working towards achieving to be involved in music-related extra- of performance activities, making use a career in the dance, musical theatre curricular activities such as jazz of our professional studios and fully or performing arts industry. If students ensemble, function band, orchestra, equipped Performing Arts Centre. The want to learn in an exciting, vibrant and playing abroad and much more besides. course is designed to provide specialist challenging environment where focusing training in dance, drama, singing and on themselves as an individual dancer musical theatre to fully prepare you for is appealing, then this is the course for Length 2 Years a career in the industry. them. Campus Neath Length 2 Years Length 2 Years Entry Requirements Campus Neath & Newtown Campus Neath Welsh Baccalaureate National and subject specific GCSEs as requested. Entry Requirements Entry Requirements 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C, to include Welsh Baccalaureate National and Progression Maths or English/Welsh. subject specific GCSEs as requested. This qualification will help learners to BTEC First Diploma in a related subject Previous dance experience is highly enter higher level courses, e.g. Higher at Merit grade or above. desirable and students should have an national diploma and degree courses 6 week induction programme. interest in training as a multi-talented and prepare them for future employment dancer. A willingness to take part in extra-curricular dance activities in in the field of popular music. Progression association with LIFT Dance Company Students who successfully complete is advised. the course may apply to study at specialist schools / University. Career opportunities include performance, Progression television, media, teaching, arts Vocational dance training. administration. Movement therapist, Anthropologist, Dancer, Choreographer, Director, Dance administrator, Teacher or Researcher. 50 Culinary Arts & Hospitality

Apprenticeships Available

Are you interested in working on board cruise ships, international Chef hotels or Michelin star restaurants? These are just some of the opportunities offered to you in the hospitality industry. If you’re CRUISE SHIPS looking for a ‘hands-on’ career with excellent employment opportunities then we have a wide range of courses to suit ENTREPRENEUR all needs. You will develop commercial skills gained from Hotel Manager working within the professional kitchens at one of our two training restaurants that are open to the public as well as the Restaurant opportunities for real life work experience at local and national Manager Bar events. Manager The College has a reputation for producing highly experienced and qualified students who repeatedly gain recognition at Supervisors culinary competitions across the UK. Many students have gone Events Organiser onto positions all over the world as well as some holding senior positions in local establishments. Keep in Touch

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Introduction to VRQ Level 1 Diploma VRQ Level 2 Diploma Hospitality in Professional in Professional Industry Skills Cookery & Food Cookery & Food This course is suited to anyone wishing to develop their skills and prepare for Service Service work within the hospitality industry. The course gives a practical and This practical-based qualification allows This qualification has been designed for professional approach to food candidates to develop the skills already delivery in a College environment using production and service techniques, acquired, this course is based with the College’s specialist equipment and designed for students who have little assessments in the kitchen and training facilities. or no experience of the hospitality and restaurant, you will also run either the Throughout the programme students catering industry. It will allow you to gain Blasus or Themes Training Restaurants. are introduced to real work situations new skills and enable you to progress to higher qualifications or entry into the through the College’s Blasus & Themes Length 1 Year Training Restaurants and can gain industry. Throughout the course you will experience of the industry whilst being be exposed to real life situations through taught by experienced highly skilled the Training Restaurants gaining valuable Campus Neath, Newtown staff. experience of the industry whilst being taught by experienced highly skilled staff. Entry Requirements Length 1 Year VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Professional Length 1 Year Cookery & Food Service. Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Campus Neath, Newtown Pass* and the appropriate range of Neath, Newtown Campus GCSEs A*-C or relevant experience. Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (interview). Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (interview). Progression This qualification will enable you to Progression seek employment in the catering and This course will enable learners to Progression hospitality industries. Candidates with a develop basic hospitality and catering The completion of this course will merit profile may consider progression skills and knowledge and will facilitate give learners the opportunity to gain onto a Level 3 qualification, if in progression into VRQ Level 1 or a national recognised vocational employment within the industry. equivalent. specific qualification leading either to direct employment in the industry or progression to the VRQ Level 2.

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FDQ Level 1 Diploma FDQ Level 2 Diploma VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Food Industry in Professional in Advanced Bakery Skills Bakery Bakery, Patisserie & This course is designed for those who are This one-year course specialises in either considering entering or working advanced patisserie & confectionary Confectionary Skills in a food manufacturing environment. skills for those wanting to progress This one-year course specialises in It offers learners the opportunity to to supervisory level in a professional advanced patisserie & confectionary develop advanced practical skills and bakery or kitchen. The qualification is skills for those wanting to progress knowledge in a wide range of food delivered through practical and theory to supervisory level in a professional industry skill techniques, in this case sessions together with a real work bakery or kitchen. The qualification is the baking industry. The course offers experience in our Bakery Shop Blasus. delivered through practical and theory you a unique mix of knowledge with You will develop a wide repertoire of sessions together with a real work units covering food industry knowledge skills from artisan breads to chocolate experience in our Bakery Shop Blasus. and business enterprise. It is a & sugar work. You will develop a wide repertoire of complementary qualification to support skills from artisan breads to chocolate individual development for proficiency & sugar work. 1 Year qualifications in Baking Industry Skills Length and also for Apprenticeships. Length 1 Year Campus Neath Length 1 Year Campus Neath Entry Requirements FDQ Level 1 and interview or relevant Neath Campus experience. Entry Requirements VRQ 2 at Merit level and interview. Entry Requirements A Level 2 qualification in Professional No formal entry requirements (interview). Progression Cookery or relevant experience. Entry to the world of work or Higher Education. Progression Progression FDQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Entry to the world of work or Higher Bakery Skills. Education.

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VRQ Level 3 Diploma VRQ Level 3 in in Hospitality Professional Supervision Cookery This one-year course gives students This one-year course specialises in the opportunity to develop the skills advanced culinary skills for those and knowledge required to organise wanting to progress to supervisory and manage events, conferences and level in a professional kitchen. The weddings and to manage restaurants, qualification is delivered through coffee shops and hotels. The course practical and theory sessions together gives an insight into Britain’s fastest with a real work experience in our growing industry and prepares the Restaurant Blasus. You will develop a student for the world of work in hotels, wide repertoire of skills from butchery restaurants, bars, clubs, etc. to chocolate work.

Length 1 Year Length 1 Year

Campus Neath Campus Neath Entry Requirements Entry Requirements A Level 2 qualification in Hospitality or VRQ 2 at merit level and interview. relevant experience. Progression Progression Entry to the world of work or Higher The completion of this qualification will Education. allow natural progression to an HND or Degree course at university or direct entry into the world of work in hospitality.

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NVQ Level 1 NVQ Level 2 NVQ Level 3 Diploma Certificate in Certificate in in Professional Hospitality Hospitality Cookery The programme assists in developing the The one-year course offers a specialist This practical-based qualification will necessary skills required for working within qualification that focuses on particular enable students to further develop this dynamic industry. The qualification aspects of employment within the and improve skills already acquired. is delivered in a College environment hospitality sector. It covers subjects The course is based on practical whereby the students are introduced such as food prep, restaurant service, assessments in the kitchen, cooking to real work industry experiences in the running an event, hotel reception and for Themes Restaurant. The course also College’s Themes and Blasus Training sales/marketing and accounts. covers some of the supervisory aspects Restaurants and production kitchen. of kitchen management. Culinary and food service skills will be 1 Year taught by practical, lively demonstrations Length 1 Year and hands-on experience will allow the Length opportunity to practise the skills they have Campus Neath, Newtown learnt. Campus Newtown Entry Requirements Length 1 Year Level 1 NVQ Certificate in Hospitality. Entry Requirements A Level 2 NVQ or VRQ Professional Cookery qualification. Neath, Newtown Campus Progression Mature candidates with significant The progression of this one-year experience in the industry will be Entry Requirements programme will allow progression to considered. No formal entry requirements (interview). Level 2 VRQ Professional Cookery or direct entry into work. Progression Progression This qualification will enable you to The NVQ Certificate provides an seek employment in the catering excellent foundation for those who and hospitality industry and may want to progress into a career in the enhance your desirability to gain an hospitality industry. You may also apply advantageous post. It also has weighted for the Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality UCAS points to gain entry onto relevant Services. Higher Education courses.

55 Engineering & Motor Vehicle

Apprenticeships Available

We have a state-of-the-art facility at Neath Campus. In the mechanical workshop there are numerous lathes, millers, Mechanical Engineer surface grinders and modern CNC machines. In addition, we have two high speed automatic computer-controlled Electronic/ machining centres. Attached to the main workshops are electrical ENGINEER specialist facilities containing computer systems for training in CNC programming, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and a Welder touch probe 3D measurement system. Mechanic Facilities include Electronic laboratories, a Hydraulics workshop, a Pneumatics/Electro-Pneumatics and Sports Car Designer Maintenance workshop together with a specialist Design Technology laboratory. The Fabrication and Welding workshop covers all aspects of welding applications. We have exceptional motor vehicle workshops boasting state-of-the-art facilities. Our Centre of Excellence for Motor Vehicles, based at the Pontardawe Campus, has been developed with Snap-on Tools. This first class workshop includes ten car ramps, a dedicated all wheel alignment ramp, an MOT-style ATL test bay and a valeting bay, and a range of Snap-on & Pico diagnostics. The motor vehicle departments at Newtown and Brecon also have fully equipped workshops with four post, two post and scissor-style vehicle lifts, diagnostic testing equipment from Bosch, Crypton, Pico, Autel & ASNU ultrasonic injector cleaning facilities. All campuses have a comprehensive range of industry standard tools and equipment, a good range of vehicles and engines on rigs that students can work Keep in Touch on and these are updated and replaced on a regular basis. The Newtown Campus also has a fully functional MOT-style ATL testing bay and dedicated diagnostics area. NPTC GROUP

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Level 1 Diploma Level 1 Diploma NVQ Level 1 in Vehicle in Light Vehicle Performing Maintenance Maintenance & WBQ Engineering A beginner level pre-apprenticeship This course in basic car maintenance, course in basic car maintenance, comprising of routine maintenance for Operations (PEO) comprising of routine maintenance for vehicle road worthiness and an overview This course covers the fundamental vehicle road worthiness and an overview of the vehicle systems such as, brakes, skills and knowledge common to of the vehicle systems such as, brakes, steering, suspension, transmission, all engineering practices, including steering, suspension, transmission, petrol & diesel systems but students machining skills, welding, gas cutting, petrol & diesel systems. You do not will have the opportunity to study an electronics, health and safety, need any previous experience or need extra Welsh Baccalaureate. These extra engineering drawing and communicating to be in a current work placement. These modules will give the student valuable engineering information. qualifications are for anyone interested skills employers have identified for in starting or developing a career in the progression in the motor vehicle sector. Length 1 Year motor industry. Length 1 Year Campus Neath, Newtown Length 1 Year Campus Pontardawe Entry Requirements Campus Brecon Beacons, Newtown, No formal entry requirements (interview). Pontardawe Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (interview). Progression Entry Requirements Performing Engineering Operations No formal entry requirements (interview). Progression Level 2, apprenticeship, full-time job, Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle part-time job. Progression Maintenance. Successful completion and a good aptitude for this vocation will provide an ideal base for progression onto Level 2.

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Level 2 Motor Vehicle An intermediate level course in car maintenance and repair, comprising of all the vehicle’s systems. The course is aimed at anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industry. You do not need any previous experience Level 2 Engineering Level 2 in Performing or need to be in a current work placement. (Maintenance) Engineering These qualifications are for anyone This is a vocational course that gives interested in starting or developing a experience in a range of subject areas Operations (PEO) career in the motor industry, whether such as electrical, mechanical workshop It is a one-year course, made up of you want to maintain and repair different and welding. practical and theoretical classes, Essential types of vehicles, fit and replace parts Skills and tutorials. and tyres, run your own business or work Length 1 Year vehicles safely. Length 1 Year Campus Neath Length 1 Year Campus Neath, Newtown

Brecon Beacons, Newtown, Entry Requirements Campus Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Entry Requirements Pontardawe Pass* and the appropriate range of Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ GCSEs A*-C. A Level 1 qualification in Pass* and the appropriate range of Entry Requirements an engineering-related subject. GCSEs A*-C. A Level 1 qualification in Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ an engineering-related subject. Pass* and the appropriate range of GCSEs A*-C. Progression The course is part of the Apprentice Progression Framework. Students can progress to An apprenticeship in Engineering or an Progression Level 3 vocational courses. A Level course in Engineering. Onto Level 3 course in the same vocational area with suitable ESW progression and or GCSEs, work in the motor industry as a semi-skilled technician or progression onto a apprentice work-based learning, with a possible fast track.

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Level 2 in PEO Level 2 in PEO Level 2 in Enhanced Fabrication & Engineering & Mechanical Welding Welding Engineering This is a full-time, one-year course This course and level is ideal if you are This course is made up of practical and that is designed for candidates who a school leaver with some engineering theoretical classes, Computer-Aided want to learn fabrication and welding knowledge and experience, or you Drafting, Computer Numerical Control, skills in an Engineering environment. require some engineering skills in your Essential Skills Suite of Qualifications You will practise and develop the skills role. You will develop your understanding at Level 2 (Application of Number, required for employment and/or career and practical experience of basic Communication, Digital Literacy & progression in the fabrication and engineering and welding operations. Essential Employability Skills) and welding industry. The course includes This qualification can help you to tutorials. In addition, you will need to units such as: health and safety, progress in a wide range of engineering complete a minimum of five weeks’ engineering drawing, MAGS welding, roles including, engineering operative, work experience and participate in the MMA welding and Oxy-fuel gas cutting. engineering maintenance technician, minimum of five industrial visits. mechanical engineering technician, welder. Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Campus Neath, Newtown Campus Neath Entry Requirements Campus Newtown Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Pass* and the appropriate range of Entry Requirements Pass* and the appropriate range of GCSEs A*-C. A Level 1 qualification in Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ GCSEs A*-C. A Level 1 qualification in an engineering-related subject. Pass* and the appropriate range of an engineering-related subject. GCSEs A*-C. A Level 1 qualification in Progression an engineering-related subject. Progression Level 3 VRQ. Apprenticeship or full-time Level 3 Vocational apprenticeships. Progression Engineering course. You could also progress onto the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Welding or Mechanical Engineering.

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Level 2 Diploma in VRQ Level 3 Extended Level 3 EAL Engineering & National Diploma Advanced Diploma Welding in Mechanical in Mechanical This course and level is ideal if you are a school leaver with some engineering Maintenance Manufacture knowledge and experience, or you This Mechanical Maintenance course is A full-time course primarily aimed at require some engineering skills in your aimed at students aiming to achieve a those seeking an apprenticeship or role. You will develop your understanding Technical Diploma in preparation for a employment within the mechanical and practical experience of basic vocational engineering career. manufacturing environment. The course engineering and welding operations. is a Level 3 diploma and provides knowledge and skills in advanced This qualification can help you to Length 1 Year progress in a wide range of engineering manual machining techniques as well roles including, engineering operative, as CAD and CNC. engineering maintenance technician, Campus Neath mechanical engineering technician, Length 1 Year welder. Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate National and Campus Neath Length 1 Year subject specific GCSEs as requested. A Level 2 qualification in an engineering- related subject. Entry Requirements Campus Newtown Welsh Baccalaureate National and subject specific GCSEs as requested. A Progression Level 2 qualification in an engineering- Entry Requirements This course will allow progression to Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ related subject. university or employment. Pass* and the appropriate range of GCSEs A*-C. A Level 1 qualification in Progression an engineering-related subject. It is possible to progress to work-based apprenticeship/employment. Progression You could also progress onto the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Welding or Mechanical Engineering.

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Level 3 Extended Level 3 Diploma Engineering Diploma in in Mechanical Enhanced Level 3 Engineering Engineering in Fabrication The course is not a practical course, This course will enable you to gain but is a design/development type of the mechanical engineering skills and and Welding course designed to progress students knowledge required to progress onto a This two-year course covers PEO2 in onto university or an advanced modern range of degree-level courses or start welding and fabrication, plus Levels 2 apprenticeship. a career in the industry. If you are a and 3 ABC awards. The first year is full- trainee or an apprentice, this nationally time, whilst the second year is part-time recognised course equips you with the day provision 2 Years Length skills you need to develop your career in mechanical and manufacturing Length 1-2 Years Campus Neath, Newtown engineering. Campus Neath Entry Requirements Length 1 Year Welsh Baccalaureate National and subject specific GCSEs as requested. A Entry Requirements Neath Level 2 qualification in an engineering- Campus Welsh Baccalaureate National and related subject. subject specific GCSEs as requested. A Entry Requirements Level 2 qualification in an engineering- Welsh Baccalaureate National and related subject. Progression subject specific GCSEs as requested. A This course will allow progression to Level 2 qualification in an engineering- university or employment. Progression related subject. ABC Level 3 Diploma. Progression The course is equivalent to two A Levels, which means when you have finished you can choose whether to seek employment in industry as a technician, or further your qualification to a Foundation Degree and onwards, university, Network 75, advanced modern apprenticeship.

61 Forensic Science Forensic Scientist Crime Scene Investigator Fire Investigator Document Examiner

Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Biomedical & Forensics)

Although the Biomedical and Forensic Science qualification is new, the College has much experience of offering other Extended Diploma qualifications in Science. This qualification will give you a good grounding into the science behind the study § Medical Physics Applications of Biomedical and Forensic Science. § Physiology of Human Body Systems § Physiology of Human Regulation & Reproduction If you are interested in studying any type of Biomedical or Forensic § Microbiological Techniques Science at university, this course will provide ALL of the Biology, § Practical Chemical Analysis Chemistry and Physics for you to be able to do so. The scientific § Biochemical Techniques content of the course is recognised by universities as being equal § Forensic Evidence Collection and Analysis to A Levels, which will enable you to study any scientific subject at § Forensic Fire Investigation university. This gives a wide variety of courses available for you to § Biomedical Science study, ranging from biological to chemical. § Applications of Organic Chemistry Core Units § Genetics and Genetic Engineering. § Principles and Applications of Science I § Science Investigation Skills Length 2 Years § Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques § Laboratory Techniques and their Application § Principles and Applications of Science II Campus Neath § Investigative Project § Contemporary Issues in Science. Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate National and subject specific GCSEs Specialist units as requested. You can choose up to SIX from the following units. You need to be aware that we may not be able to offer all the units listed below. We will try to advise you on the best combination of units Progression that will give you the education and experience for the future. Students will go to university after their Extended Diploma. 62 Foundation Studies

Health & Social Care Hospitality & Catering Hairdressing Construction Trades IT & Media Horticulture Our courses are suitable for school leavers and Enterprise young people with additional learning needs who require support to help them develop their skills and Environmental Studies independence. We have courses at various levels which allow you to work towards specific goals and Motor Vehicle gain qualifications. Creative, Visual &

You do not need any formal qualifications; just a desire Performing Arts to participate in the learning activities we offer. It is possible to try lots of different subjects depending on your individual interests. You can work at your own level and speed, but extra help is available as part of the course and, through learning support and tutorials, we are able to cater for a wide range of needs. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to develop socially and emotionally in preparation for the requirements of vocational study across the College. Our staff are qualified, experienced teachers with specialist skills to deliver the courses offered in a supportive and caring environment.

Many students progress onto other courses at the College, into employment or onto further training.

The ethos of the school is to offer equal opportunities to all students regardless of any disability they may have and aims to gain the ultimate level of success for these students in order to enhance the quality of their future lives. The school has been successful in achieving this over the decades that it has been operating, our students have been successful Keep in Touch academically, socially and sportingly.

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Towards Life Skills Work Skills The course provides an opportunity to This course offers learners an opportunity Independence further develop skills in independent to identify skills needed for work in the This course offers an introduction living and participation in the local local community. Learners will work to College for learners. Learners are community. Learners will work towards towards Foundation Learning Tier Units encouraged to develop a range of Entry Level Life Skills at Entry Levels 1 at Entry Levels 2 and 3 depending on independent living skills through or 2 depending on individual needs. the individual needs. Learners will study tasks including cooking, using money Learners will study units in health and a range of vocational areas including IT, and accessing the local community. safety, IT and personal presentation. sport, catering and art. Learners will work towards units of Entry Level 1 and Pre-Entry Level from the Foundation Learning Tier with Length 1-2 Years Length 1-2 Years appropriate levels of support. Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, Length 1-2 Years Newtown Neath, Newtown

Campus Afan Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Learners will have completed units at Students will have completed units of Pre-Entry and Entry Level 1 prior to Foundation Learning Tier at Entry Level Entry Requirements progressing onto this course. 1 or demonstrate an ability to progress There are no formal entry requirements onto work-related qualifications at Entry for this course. Progression Level 2 at appropriate levels before progressing onto this course. At the end of the course, learners will Progression have the opportunity to progress to Students are able to progress onto Life/ Social Education on a part-time basis. Progression Work Skills courses within the College. Other opportunities for sheltered work At the end of the course, learners will Alternatively, students can progress into placement along with day services have the opportunity to progress to day service opportunities or sheltered skills’ development can be explored. Vocational Sampling where relevant. work placements Other opportunities can be explored in sheltered work placements.

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Vocational Vocational Gateway Level 1 Sampling Preparation & in either Health This course is designed to help school leavers sample vocational areas before Gateway to Further & Social Care or deciding on a career path or further vocational study. It is possible to Education Creative Arts sample a variety of different subjects These courses are suitable for young These courses are designed as an depending on individual interests. It people who want to study at College introduction to the vocational areas. also offers the opportunity to improve but who may not yet have decided on a They offer a wide range of subject areas basic skills and develop the social skills career route. They are ideal for those who which include child- and adult-based required to progress. want to gain qualifications to prepare for themes for Health and Social Care further study or work to improve basic and drama, art and music technology and/or Essential Skills and to learn skills for Creative Arts. The courses also give Length 1 Year in a range of vocational areas. students the opportunity to develop positive attitudes and behaviours Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, Length 1 Year to work, whilst encouraging the Neath, Newtown improvement of basic skills. Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, Entry Requirements Neath, Newtown Length 1 Year No formal qualifications are required but a desire to participate in all learning Campus Neath activities must be demonstrated during Entry Requirements interview. No previous knowledge is required for these courses. Acceptance onto Entry Requirements a course will be through the College’s GCSEs at E/F grades or successful Progression application and interview process. completion of Entry 3 qualifications. Students can progress onto higher level Learners need to be able to demonstrate courses within the School of Foundation, an ability to work at least at Entry 3 Adult & Community Learning, onto prior to this course. Learners must have Progression mainstream courses or work-based a positive work ethic and demonstrate The Level 1 qualification will help training. an interest in skills development. learners to either enter higher level courses, for example, BTEC Level 2 Health & Social Care, BTEC Level 2 Progression Diploma in Performing Arts or progress Most learners on this course choose into a career in the relevant sectors. to develop their skills for employment by enrolling on other courses in a particular vocational area or onto the Gateway programme. Career progression and work-related skills form part of this course with an emphasis on personal, social and emotional development. Essential skills literacy and numeracy are embedded in the course.

65 Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

You can check out our website for full course descriptions, specific entry requirements and extra content: At NPTC Group of Colleges, we have a wide and varied www.nptcgroup.ac.uk range of courses designed to meet the needs of the hairdressing, beauty and applied therapies industry. The spa industry is booming, with all the major hotels now offering spa facilities. There are numerous Hairdresser independent salons and the possibility to set up on Beauty Therapist Artist your own. Director Make-Up Artist You can become qualified in a range of treatments from cutting and colouring hair to manicures, acrylic Hair Colour Technician nail extensions, body massage, body re-contouring Salon Manager treatments, eyebrow shaping and electronic face lifting! Theatrical Make-Up We have excellent specialist facilities at the Afan, Brecon Beacons, and Newtown Campuses with Artist Stylist our commercial salons. There are beauty salons, hairdressing salons and multifunction salons which services both hairdressing, beauty and nail technology. All salons are open to the public so students receive hands-on experience from working on actual clients. The salon only uses the highest- quality products such as Dermalogica, NXT, Wella and Bedhead.

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Level 1 in Level 1 Diploma Level 1 Diploma Hair & Beauty in Hairdressing in Hairdressing This course is a foundation course for This programme covers styling, setting those students who wish to progress to and blow-drying skills, colouring, (ages 16-18) hairdressing or beauty therapy careers, shampooing and conditioning hair, This programme covers styling, setting but need some extra support and basic salon health and safety, retail, and blow-drying skills, colouring, guidance to enable them to achieve reception skills and customer care. shampooing and conditioning hair, their goals. Course content includes basic salon health and safety, retail, basis make up, manicure and foot care, reception skills and customer care. 1 Year styling and addressing hair, shampoo Length and conditioning, using colour. Students Length 1 Year will also undertake retail, customer Campus Brecon Beacons, Newtown care and basic skills in literacy and Campus Afan numeracy. Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (interview). Length 1 Year Interview prior to enrolment. Students Entry Requirements must be aged 16 and have No formal entry requirements (interview). achieved at least 2 GCSEs at Grades C or Interview prior to enrolment. Students Afan, Newtown Campus above, plus 2 D Grades. must be aged 16 and have achieved at least 2 GCSEs at Grades C or Entry Requirements above, plus 2 D Grades. Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Progression Pass* and the appropriate range of This qualification will allow students Progression GCSEs A*-E. to continue their studies to Level 2 This qualification will allow students 2 GCSE Grades D/E or equivalent, and Hairdressing and/or advanced skills to continue their studies to Level 2 a successful interview. References may courses. Hairdressing and/or advanced skills be requested. courses. Progression Level 2 Hair and Beauty, Level 1 Hairdressing or Level 2 Beauty Therapy.

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Level 1 Diploma Level 2 in Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing Hair & Beauty in Women’s Students can undertake 2 routes - either (ages 19+) hairdressing, or hair and beauty. Both Hairdressing This programme covers styling, setting contain practical skills, salon health This programme covers basic cutting, and blow-drying skills, colouring, and safety, retail skills, basic hand care styling and setting skills, colouring, shampooing and conditioning hair, techniques including nail art, facial shampooing and conditioning, client basic salon health and safety, retail, work, make-up and face painting. These consultation (including the recognition reception skills and customer care. skills are complemented by the art of of diseases and disorders of the hair dressing hair and creating a total look. A and scalp), basic salon health and safety, essential skills and retail. Length 1 Year range of options allows for personalised timetables. 1 Year Campus Afan, Length Length 1 Year Entry Requirements Campus Brecon Beacons, Newtown No formal entry requirements (interview). Campus Afan, Newtown Interview prior to enrolment. Students Entry Requirements must be aged 19 and successfully Entry Requirements Interview prior to enrolment. Students completed an entry interview. Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ must have achieved the Level 1 Diploma Pass* and the appropriate range of in Hairdressing. Progression GCSEs A*-E. Students must be aged 16 and have This qualification will allow students Progression a minimum of 2 GCSEs grades C or to continue their studies to Level 2 This qualification will allow students to above. They will be required to attend Hairdressing and/or advanced skills continue their studies to Level 3 Diploma an interview prior to enrolment. courses. in Hairdressing and/or advanced skills courses. Progression This qualification will allow students to continue their studies to NVQ Levels 1 or 2 Hairdressing and/or Health and Social Care.

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Level 2 Diploma Level 2 Diploma VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Women’s in Women’s in Hairdressing This programme covers advanced Hairdressing Hairdressing cutting, styling skills, bridal hair, colouring, advanced salon health and (ages 16-18) (ages 19+) safety, client consultation, retail, IT and This programme covers basic cutting, This programme covers basic cutting, communication skills. As part of this styling and setting skills, colouring, styling and setting skills, colouring, programme, learners will be required to shampooing and conditioning, client shampooing and conditioning, client attend work placement at an external consultation (including the recognition consultation (including the recognition organisation for at least 1 day per week of diseases and disorders of the hair of diseases and disorders of the hair and a twilight commercial session at and scalp), basic salon health and and scalp), basic salon health and the College. safety, essential skills and retail. safety, essential skills and retail. Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, Campus Afan Campus Afan Newtown

Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Interview prior to enrolment. Students Interview prior to enrolment. Students Interview prior to enrolment. Students must have achieved the Level 1 Diploma must have achieved the Level 1 Diploma must be aged 18 and over and have in Hairdressing, plus 4 GCSEs grades D in Hairdressing. achieved the Level 2 Diploma in or above. Hairdressing. Progression Progression This qualification will allow students to Progression This qualification will allow students to continue their studies to Level 3 Diploma This qualification will allow you to continue their studies to Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing and/or advanced skills continue your studies to NVQ Level 4 in Hairdressing and/or advanced skills courses. Hairdressing and/or other advanced courses. skills courses.

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NVQ Level 2 in Level 2 in Beauty Level 2 in Beauty Therapy Therapy (16-18) Beauty Therapy (19+) The course covers aspects of anatomy The course covers aspects of anatomy The course covers aspects of anatomy and physiology, skin, hair growth, and physiology, skin, hair growth, and physiology, skin, hair growth, diseases and disorders and health diseases and disorders and health diseases and disorders and health and safety in the salon. The practical and safety in the salon. The practical and safety in the salon. The practical aspects cover evening and corrective aspects cover evening and corrective aspects cover evening and corrective make-up application, eyebrow shaping, make-up application, eyebrow shaping, make up application, eyebrow shaping, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, waxing, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, waxing, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, waxing, manicure, pedicure, facial treatments manicure, pedicure, facial treatments manicure, pedicure, facial treatments and employability. and employability. and employability.

Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Length 1 Year

Campus Brecon Beacons, Newtown Campus Afan Campus Afan Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Successful interview, and learners must Pass* and the appropriate range of Pass* and the appropriate range of be aged 19 plus. References may be GCSEs A*-E. GCSEs A*-E. requested. Successful interview for students aged 5 GCSEs Grades C or above (or 19 plus. For students aged 16-18, two equivalent), successful interview. GCSEs Grades C or above are required. Learners must be aged between 16 and Progression References may be requested. 18. To Level 3 Beauty Therapy (general), Applied Therapy Level 3 and Sports Therapy, or a career in make-up and Progression Progression cosmetic promotions. To Level 3 Beauty Therapy (general), To Level 3 Beauty Therapy (general), Applied Therapy Level 3 and Sports Applied Therapy Level 3 and Sports Therapy, or a career in make-up and Therapy, or a career in make-up and cosmetic promotions. cosmetic promotions.

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VRQ Level 2 Diploma Level 3 in Level 3 in in Barbering Beauty Therapy Applied Therapies This programme covers styling and The course consists of individual unit colouring skills, client consultation, (General Route) certificate qualifications. The core health and safety, retail and This programme offers students the subject areas are based on the needs communication skills, and the opportunity to progress in a range of industry. Students will learn, practise development of images. of beauty therapy-related areas. The and perfect the skills and knowledge in contents have been developed in line massage basic principles of reflexology with industry requirements, especially and aromatherapy using pre-blended 1 Year Length in electrical treatments to improve the oils. These core skills are enhanced by look of skin and body. additional qualifications in Thai Stamp Campus Afan, Newtown massage and Stone Therapy massage. Length 1 Year Entry Requirements Length 1 Year Interview prior to enrolment. Students Campus Afan must be aged 19 or over and have Afan, Brecon Beacons, achieved the Level 2 Diploma in Campus Newtown Hairdressing. Entry Requirements Completion of NVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy or an equivalent qualification. Entry Requirements Progression Interview prior to enrolment. Students This qualification will allow you to Progression must be aged 18 and over and have continue your studies to Level 3 achieved the Level 2 qualifications Students will be able to specialise in Diploma in Barbering and/or advanced in beauty therapy or complementary specific treatment types, or progress to skills courses. therapies. Level 4 courses. Progression Sports Therapy, advanced and specialist alternative therapies.

71 Health, Social & childcare

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The School of Health, Social and Childcare has courses NPTC GROUP designed to meet the needs of the community as well as prepare students for careers in this highly sought after industry. You will receive work-related training and some courses Nursery Assistant assess you in your workplace. This means that you will Childminder gain industry experience vital for progression onto higher education, as well as the recognised qualifications you Care Worker need for a career in this industry. Crèche Assistant Whilst students study their main programme area, there are opportunities to achieve additional qualifications Playgroup Assistant which serve to support applications to future employment or study. Occupational Therapist GCSEs which complement the subject area are available Nursing including the new AS in Health and Social Care. Workers in healthcare could be based in hospitals Counsellor and clinics, day care centres and residential homes, Speech & Language GP surgeries, laboratories, pharmacies, opticians and dental practices. Therapist There is a wide range of occupations and the hours and Social Worker patterns of work vary accordingly.

Healthcare workers need strong communication skills and a caring nature. Nursery workers can be employed in day nurseries and children’s centres or become childminders.

You can check out our website for full course descriptions, specific entry requirements and extra content: Apprenticeships www.nptcgroup.ac.uk Available

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CACHE Level 2 CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Diploma for Children’s Children’s Care Care Learning & Learning & Development This is a two-year, full-time course Development suitable for those who wish to work with This course is for anyone who wants to children or progress to university. The work, or has just started to work in the course offers a combination of theory children and young people’s workforce. taught in College lectures and practical It is designed to help learners develop experience working in day nurseries and the knowledge and skills needed when primary schools. working under supervision with children and young people from birth to 19 years 2 Years of age. Length

Afan, Brecon Beacons, 1 Year Campus Length Newtown

Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, Newtown Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate National and subject specific GCSEs as requested. Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Pass* and the appropriate range of Progression GCSEs A*-E. On completion of this course, learners will be qualified to work as: Teaching assistants Progression Childminder You may choose to go directly into Nursery practitioner employment as a nursery assistant, Care worker crechè assistant, Cylch Meithrin Preschool worker assistant, out of school childcare worker Out of school childcare worker or playgroup assistant or alternatively Cylch Meithrin worker you could progress onto another course Learners can also progress to study such as the L3 NCFE CACHE Diploma Foundation Degrees. for CCLD or BTEC L3 HSC.

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Level 2 Diploma in BTEC Level 3 Health & Social Care Extended Diploma in This course covers a range of units such as Human Development, Health & Social Care Communication, Equality, Diversity & Rights, Anatomy and Physiology, Healthy (Health Studies) Living, Supporting Individual Rights and Health and Social Care Values. You will with WBQ The programme includes a range of units also gain practical experience from all designed to provide the knowledge completing a 30-hour work placement. and skills required for working in Health & Social Care settings. Alongside this, you Length 1 Year will complete the Welsh Baccalaureate at Advanced Level where you will work on a Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, series of challenges which will broaden Newtown your personal, social and academic development. We also encourage lots of community participation by raising Entry Requirements money for local charities in a wide range Welsh Baccalaureate National and of fun and interesting ways. subject specific GCSEs as requested. You will be invited to an interview and must be willing to show your Length 2 Years commitment and desire to learn. We also ask for a positive reference. You will Campus Afan, Brecon Beacons, also need to undertake an enhanced Newtown DBS check to ensure your suitability to work with people in Health and Social Care settings. Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate National and subject specific GCSEs as requested. Progression When you successfully complete the Progression course you may choose to go directly You can choose whether to get a job into employment in the Health and straightaway or go into higher education. Social Care industry in a supervised If you decide to get a job, you could role. work and undertake further training in Alternatively, providing you meet the hospitals, residential homes or social entry requirements, you could progress services. onto another course such as the L3 Health and Social Care Diploma or the L2 or L3 CACHE Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development.

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Horticulture is a diverse and dynamic industry that includes the commercial production of fruit, Landscaper vegetables, flowers and ornamental plants, and Garden Designer also the design, establishment, and maintenance of our parks and gardens, leisure and sports grounds, Groundsman open spaces and managed landscapes. greenkeeper Horticulture is a worldwide business spanning a range of interests including large multinational companies Fruit & Vegetable grower and smaller entrepreneurial organisations, Local Authorities and National Trusts. At home and GARDENER abroad, British-trained horticulturists are always in BOTANIST demand.

We offer an exciting range of horticulture courses that provides you with the skills and training needed to succeed in a career in this sector. With fantastic facilities, there are five large greenhouses, and a large polytunnel used to store and grow a broad and intriguing range of plants.

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Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Diploma Diploma Practical Diploma Practical in Work-Based Horticultural Skills Horticultural Skills Horticulture This course is designed for those with little or This qualification is designed for those The course provides an opportunity for no previous experience of the horticultural/ with some previous experience of further study in areas connected with gardening industry. It combines classwork horticulture/gardening and combines both horticultural/gardening science and practical work, looking at a wide range lectures with practical work. The course and broader areas of horticulture/ of skills needed for employment in the provides a foundation in the broad range gardening that would be expected at this horticultural/gardening industry. of skills and knowledge needed to pursue level of study. One day work experience a career in horticulture/gardening. is a compulsory aspect to this course. Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Campus Neath Campus Neath Campus Neath Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements (interview). Entry Requirements Entry Requirements We welcome applications from mature A Level 1 qualification in horticulture. A Level 2 qualification in horticulture students. We welcome applications from mature or suitable experience or a Welsh students. Baccalaureate National with GCSEs as requested. Progression We welcome applications from mature This is the ideal course from which to Progression students. enter into one of the many career paths Employment/Self Employment within within horticulture. Alternatively, it could a range of horticulture/landscaping be used as a stepping stone to further career paths including garden design, Progression studies. landscape maintenance, nursery work The course provides education and and the retail sector. training for those wanting to work within the fields of nursery work, garden design, plant propagation, plant production, groundsmanship, landscaping, organics, science, education.

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The School of Building Engineering Services offers both full- and part-time programmes designed to meet the NPTC needs of this highly innovative and fast moving sector GROUP of industry. We have built extensive links with major employers and professional organisations within Wales and the UK. We have modern workshops at the Afan, Neath, Newtown Plumbing and Swansea Campuses that have excellent facilities Apprenticeship that are kept up to date as new technologies emerge. Our courses are led by expert staff with a wealth of industry- Gas Engineer gained experience and knowledge and prepare students with the skills needed to have a successful career in Electrical electrotechnical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, sprinkler Apprenticeship installation and maintenance and emerging environmental technologies. Energy Adviser The Energy Academy, based on the Afan Campus, Sprinkler offers courses from ACS Gas Safety training to Energy Efficiency and provides training on new environmental Apprenticeship technologies. Green Deal Engineer These new environmental technologies include: . Solar Photovoltaic electrical micro-generation You can check out our website for . Wind Turbine electrical micro-generation full course descriptions, specific entry . Solar Thermal hot water requirements and extra content: . Heat Pump training (ground and air source) www.nptcgroup.ac.uk . Rainwater Harvesting and Grey Water Recycling.

77 Plumbing, Electrics, Heating & Ventilation Sprinkler Installation & Maintenance

Level 1 Diploma Level 1 Diploma in in Electrical Plumbing Studies This qualification is for learners wanting Installation to learn the basic skills and knowledge This qualification is for those wanting involved in plumbing. The qualification to learn the basic skills and knowledge covers a range of basic tasks and involved in electrical installation. The underpinning knowledge involved in qualification covers a range of basic plumbing. tasks underpinning knowledge involved in electrical installation. Length 1 Year Length 1 Year Campus Neath, Newtown Campus Afan, Newtown Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Entry Requirements Pass* and the appropriate range of Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ GCSEs A*-D. Pass* and the appropriate range of GCSEs A*-D. Progression It allows learners to progress to the Progression following qualifications: It allows learners to progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies following qualification: Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations Heating. (Buildings and Structures).

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Level 2 Electrical Level 2 Mechanical Services Engineering Services Engineering (Electrical Installation (Plumbing & Heating) For those who want to work as plumbers & Maintenance) in the building services engineering For those who want to work as sector. It allows you to learn, develop electricians in the building services and practise the skills required for engineering sector, this course allows employment and/or career progression you to learn, develop and practise the in the plumbing sector. skills required for employment and/ or career progression in the electro- technology sector. Length 1 Year

Length 1 Year Campus Neath, Newtown

Campus Afan, Newtown Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Pass* and the appropriate range of Entry Requirements GCSEs A*-C. Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Pass* and the appropriate range of GCSEs A*-C. Progression It allows candidates to progress into employment or to the following Progression qualifications: Level 2 Plumbing and It allows candidates to progress into Heating apprenticeship NVQ/Diploma. employment, although not as a fully qualified electrician, or to the following qualifications: Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) apprenticeship framework.

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The sport, coaching and fitness industry is a fast- national standard multi-use sports hall, climbing wall, paced, dynamic and thriving area with an ever all-weather 3G pitch, Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) increasing demand for qualified, motivated and and an indoor bounding track with warm-up area. professional staff. Students can develop a wide The teaching facilities include five teaching rooms, variety of personal and vocational skills that will complete with interactive whiteboards. The students ensure they are able to progress towards pathways can also utilise a, fully equipped Electronic Learning in either employment or a suitable university course. Centre and a comfortable student common room. Having strong partnerships with both Ospreys Regional A range of Public Services courses combine Rugby and Swansea City Football Club only outlines our work-based learning, developing knowledge and serious commitment to develop our professionalism in skills; together with the application of theoretical the sporting world! We link with many outside agencies and practical modules. A range of exciting trips, and governing bodies, providing our students with residential activities and interactive lessons also exciting opportunities and experiences as well as the gives an insight into the diverse range of uniformed opportunity to train alongside professional athletes. and non-uniformed public service careers. Newtown Campus Brecon Beacons Campus At the Newtown Campus, alongside our main Level 3 The Sports Academy at NPTC Group’s Brecon Sports qualifications, our students are able to achieve Beacons Campus uses the facilities of Brecon a variety of relevant vocational qualifications, such Leisure Centre which include an athletics track, astro as the Active Young Leaders Award, L2 Community turf pitch, sports hall, tennis and netball courts and Sports Leaders Award, Higher Sports Leaders, a swimming pool. On site, the Sports Academy has Safeguarding and Emergency First Aid. This enables its own training pitch and state-of-the-art strength them to carry out community work by coaching in and conditioning centre. The teaching facilities the local primary schools and helping out the local include three lecture rooms, IT facilities and a sports sports development unit with festivals and swimming laboratory, all with interactive whiteboards. galas at the local leisure centre. Students also get the opportunity to work with the disability officer by Llandarcy Academy of Sport helping out at N-Able (disability group). At our state-of-the-art multi-sports site, we have fantastic sports facilities. These include an elite,

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BTEC Level 1 in Sport Level 1/2 Pathway BTEC Level 2 Extended & Active Leisure to Sport & Leisure Certificate in Sport The course is designed to prepare you The course includes a number of for employment in the Sport & Leisure Industry different units, for example, Fitness Industry or for students wishing to This qualification aims to prepare you Testing and Training, Practical Sport, progress on to the Level 2 Sport or Public for employment in the Sport & Leisure Lifestyle and Sports Performer, Anatomy Services course. The modules include: Industry. You will have the option to and Physiology, Psychology Running a Working in the Sport/Leisure Industry, develop key skills to utilise throughout the Sports Event, Leading a Sports Activity, Taking Part in Exercise and Fitness, qualification and for future employment. Injury and Sport Performer and Training Planning Own Fitness Programme. Modules include: Working in Sport and and Personal Fitness. Students will also follow the Foundation Active Leisure, Job Opportunities in Level Welsh Baccalaureate. Sport and Active Leisure, Planning Own Fitness Programme, Plan and Deliver Length 1 Year Sport or Active Leisure Activities, Taking 1 Year Length Part in Sport and How the Body Works. Campus Brecon Beacons, Llandarcy, Plus Fitness for Sport and Exercise Newtown Campus Llandarcy Practical Sports Performance, Training for Personal Fitness and Leading Sports Activities. Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ No formal entry requirements (interview). Pass* and the appropriate range of Length 1 Year GCSEs A*-E. A Level 1 Qualification in Progression Sport or Public Services. Level 2 First Diploma in Sport or Level Campus Llandarcy 2 First Diploma in Public Services or Progression employment in the expanding areas of Entry Requirements Entry to Level 3 Extended National sport, recreation and leisure. No formal entry requirements (interview). Diploma for those who gain Distinction or Merit grades or alternative Level 2. Progression Preparation for work in the Leisure & Sport Industry and L2 Sport Programme.

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BTEC Level 2 Level 2 Extended BTEC Level 3 Extended Combined Sport Certificate in Public Diploma in Public & Public Services Services Services & Welsh This sport and public services course The course is designed to prepare is a practical, work-related course. students for a career in one of the many Baccalaureate You learn by completing both practical Public Services jobs available such as The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in and written assessments alongside in the Police Force, Armed Forces, Fire Public Services & Welsh Baccalaureate completing projects that are based on and Rescue Service, NHS Ambulance are looking for motivated, educated realistic workplace situations, activities Services and the non-uniformed public and driven leaders. Completing the 90 and demands of both the sports services. Credit Diploma UPS in the first year and industry and the Public Services. You going on to study the Extended Diploma will look at different aspects of both in the 2nd year, this course will allow 1 Year sectors and the course provides you Length you to experience all aspects of public with a good basis to go onto a more service life and then help you decide advanced work-related qualification. Campus Llandarcy, Newtown what organisation you want to apply for.

Length 1 Year Entry Requirements Length 2 Years Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Pass* and the appropriate range of Campus Newtown Campus Brecon Beacons, Llandarcy, GCSEs A*-E. A Level 1 Qualification in Newtown Sport or Public Services. Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Entry Requirements Pass* and the appropriate range of Progression Welsh Baccalaureate National and GCSEs A*-E. A Level 1 Qualification in Students can progress onto the BTEC subject specific GCSEs as requested. Sport or Public Services. National Diploma in Uniformed Public A Level 2 Qualification in Sport or Public Services (UPS) at NPTC or employment Services. in one of the Uniformed Public Services Progression such as the Royal Navy, Police Force, Entry to relevant Level 3 course with Army, the Fire Service and others. Progression Merit Grade at Level 2 or you can also This qualification will also allow entry use the qualification to help you find into industry, the Public Services and work in a related area. other sports-related areas. This qualification will allow you entry into the Uniformed Public Services, HND Uniformed Public Services at Llandarcy.

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BTEC Level 3 Extended BTEC Level 3 Extended BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport Diploma in Sport & Diploma in Sport (Development, Exercise Science (Performance & The aim of all sports people is to Coaching & Fitness) maximise their performance on the day of Excellence) (QCF) competition. This course looks at sports This course is tailor-made for the elite with WBQ performance from a scientific angle and athlete; all players will be developing This is an ideal course to improve your studies all the major topics which will affect a wide range of skills through a variety theoretical knowledge surrounding many the quality of a sporting performance. of modules and experiences from sporting themes whilst participating in From this knowledge, students can then planning events, umpiring and coaching practical activities such as volleyball, apply the information to improve and children. Principles of anatomy and tennis, lacrosse, rugby and outdoor maximise their own sporting potential as physiology in sport, the physiology of pursuits as well as developing your skills well as that of others they might instruct. fitness assessing risk in sport, fitness and qualities in areas such as coaching, Units will include: Sport & Exercise training and programming, fitness leadership and organising festivals/ Physiology, Sport & Exercise Psychology, testing for sport and exercise sports tournaments. Prospective students will Fitness Testing, Sports Injuries, Analysis of nutrition, technical and tactical skills complete coaching hours in schools Sports Performance. sport, analysis of sports performance, and work alongside many organisations § Practical Individual/Team/Outdoor psychology for Sports performance, running and working with young sports Adventures sports coaching and sport injuries. enthusiasts. § Sports Nutrition Additional qualifications will be studied § Sport & Exercise Massage such as CSLA, first aid and CYQ L2. Length 2 Years § Applied Sport & Exercise Physiology § Analysis of Sports Performance. Length 2 Years Campus Llandarcy, Newtown Length 2 Years Campus Llandarcy, Newtown Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate National and Campus Brecon Beacons Entry Requirements subject specific GCSEs as requested. A Welsh Baccalaureate National and Level 2 Qualification in Sport or Public Entry Requirements subject specific GCSEs as requested. A Services. Welsh Baccalaureate National and subject Level 2 Qualification in Sport or Public specific GCSEs as requested. A Level 2 Services. Progression Qualification in Sport or Public Services. Students can progress onto Higher Progression Education Degree courses or a Foundation Progression On a Foundation Degree at NPTC Group Degree in Sports Coaching and The course provides the opportunity to of Colleges or various other Degree Performance at NPTC. This qualification will work in the ever expanding field of sport programmes, or employment in the also allow entry into industry, the public science, where qualified professionals are fitness industry apprenticeships in the services and other sports-related areas. increasingly being utilised by all top sports leisure industry. establishments and clubs. Also students can progress onto the Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching and Performance. 83 Sports Therapies

Level 3 in Sports Therapies This course provides students with the opportunity to learn a range of practical skills that are needed in the field of managing and preventing sports injuries. These skills include, sports massage, strapping and taping, fitness testing and rehabilitation of common sports injuries. The underpinning knowledge includes, anatomy and physiology, working in a sporting environment and first aid pitch side duties.

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Campus Afan Entry Requirements Welsh Baccalaureate Foundation Pass/ Pass* and the appropriate range of GCSEs A*-E. Minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade C or above or equivalent qualifications.

Progression Level 4 and 5 sport massage vocational route or the qualification can be used for university entry.

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