Where I Want to Be

WHERE I WANT TO BE

Over Number 1 1450 in England DISTINCTION GRADES For Advanced Apprentice Success Equivalent to A/A* at A-Level Vocational | Apprenticeships Courses starting September 2016

call 01254 292929 visit blackburn.ac.uk Grade 1 College Our Guarantee

As a Blackburn College student you will:

•1 Be taught in a “Ofsted Outstanding” College

•2 Gain an industry recognised qualiﬁcation that will lead to a successful career

•3 Get the support you need to help you achieve your potential

• A learning environment that is 4 academic, friendly and safe.

College Open Events The Beacon Centre Thursday 1st October 2015 | 4.30 - 8pm Wednesday 18th November 2015 | 4.30 - 8pm VIP TOURS Thursday 3rd March 2016 | 4.30 - 8pm If the open event dates aren’t suitable, you can arrange a VIP tour with our School Liaison team A-Level Open Event at a time that suits you. The Sixth Form Just call 01254 292511, email [email protected] or Tuesday 6th October 2015 | 4.30 - 8pm register online at www.blackburn.ac.uk/vip

2 WHERE I WANT TO BE Contents

Studying at an ‘Ofsted 4 Apprenticeships in Computing 60 Outstanding College’ & IT Your £65m Campus 6 Construction & Engineering 62 Facilities 8 Apprenticeships in Construction 72 NEW Sports & Leisure Centre 10 & Engineering Travelling to College 12 Creative Arts 78 Services for Students 14 Apprenticeships in Creative Arts 84 Financial Support 16 Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy 86 Scholarships 17 Apprenticeships in Hairdressing 92 & Beauty Therapy Employability & Enterprise 18 Health & Social Care 94 Enrichment 20 Apprenticeships in Health & 100 Programmed for Success 22 Social Care Guide to Qualiﬁcations 24 Media 102 University Centre at 25 Motor Vehicle 106 Blackburn College Apprenticeships in Motor Vehicle 110 Apprenticeships 26 Music 112 Business, Law & Accounting 28 Public Services 116 Apprenticeships in Business, Law 32 & Accounting Apprenticeships in Housing 122 Catering & Hospitality 36 Science 124 Apprenticeships in Catering & 42 Sport 128 Hospitality Apprenticeships in Sport 133 Childcare 46 Travel & Tourism 136 Apprenticeships in Childcare 52 How to Apply 140 Computing & IT 54

Vocational Courses Apprenticeship Courses

If you have diculty reading or interpreting this written information please contact our ALS Team on 01254 292585/292336

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 3 Ofsted ‘Outstanding College’

Blackburn College is an ‘Outstanding’ College, rated as “Grade 1 Outstanding” across all areas by Ofsted.

We oer a range of courses to suit all abilities and ages, as well as a fantastic ﬁnancial support package and award winning learning support.

• £30 per term travel pass, available to use Over across Pennine 1450 Lancashire DISTINCTION • Outstanding GRADES ﬁnancial support Equivalent to A/A* at A-Level • Free WiFi across campus • £65 million town- centre campus • Three Starbucks 100% Cafés on campus • Modern, state of the art facilities A LEVEL • Working with PASS RATE over 4,000 in over 20 subjects employers to oer work experience opportunities Number 1 in England for Advanced Apprenticeship Success*

*Source: SFA National Success Rate Table 2013-2014 4 WHERE I WANT TO BE Apprenticeship NSRT Timely Institution What we offer:

Vocational • Option to study from Entry Level through to Level 3 Vocational study programmes offer a practical learning route and relate directly • Gain the equivalent of three A*s at A-Level with a Triple Distinction* to a specific job role or industry. • Gain essential skills through work Employers really love the skills you will placements and live employer briefs develop on a vocational course. Level 3 • Achieve qualifications mainly through qualifications are also an ideal qualification assignments and coursework for entrance to university as each overall • Progress to university, on to an distinction achieved is equivalent to a grade apprenticeship or into a career A at A-Level and 120 UCAS points. • Improve your maths and English skills alongside your course.

• Choose your four favourite subjects and A-Levels focus on these over two years

A-Level study programmes are ideal if • Be taught by highly experienced tutors in a you want to go to university, move into classroom environment a profession or are not sure about which • Study, pass your exams and gain the career route you want to take but know qualifications you need to get into university you want to be challenged academically. • Take part in lots of enrichment activities You will have the opportunity to choose 4 • Dedicated High Achievers’ programme different subjects to study over 2 years. • Support with UCAS applications.

Apprenticeships • Start working in your chosen career whilst studying for a nationally recognised qualification Apprentices learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills, gaining qualifications • Gain essential skills, knowledge and training and earning money all at the same time. from fully qualified staff • Earn a wage each week They are perfect if you are eager to earn • Work alongside professionals and be straight away or already have an employer assessed and supported by college tutors who will take you on as an apprentice. • Learn through practical hands on experience.

If you are an adult, please see the website for a list of our courses.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 5 A6078

Alma Street Your £65m Campus 02

1 University Centre 01 University Centre

2 Sir Bill Taylor Futures Centre A6078 01 3 The Sixth Form Centre & St. Paul’s Montague Street 05 4 New Victoria

5 Old Victoria 6 Construction Centre Duke Street Blakey Moor 03 7 Beacon Centre

8 Regional Automotive Technology Hub (RATH) 10

9 Blackburn Sports and Leisure Centre 05 06 10 Dedicated College Bus Stop

Entrance 04

Please visit: 06 Construction

St. Paul’s Street 07 www.blackburn.ac.uk/ourcampus Barton Street to see our new interactive map and print a directional map which shows the nearest train, bus and parking facilities. Nab Lane 09

Montague Street (A6078)

07 Beacon Centre

Cardwell Place

Only minutes away from: Paradise Street Blackburn Town Centre Vue Cinema Feilden Street The Mall King George’s Hall Oakenhurst Road 08 Ice Arena Train Station Social Areas Bus Station Blackburn Youth Zone Prince Street The Everybody Centre (where you can ﬁnd the 08 Regional Automotive College nurse) Technology Hub (RATH)

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Duke StreetSt Blakey Moor 03

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05 Old Victoria 04

St. Paul’s Street 07 Barton Street

Nab Lane 09

Montague Street (A6078) 04 New Victoria

Cardwell Place

Paradise Street

Feilden Street Oakenhurst Road 08

Prince Street 08 Regional Automotive 09 Blackburn Sport & Three Starbucks Cafés Leisure Centre Technology Hub (RATH) at Blackburn College

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 7

Facilities

Fully equipped Beacon Centre Library & Resource Centre

Scholars Restaurant, open to the public

Social areas around our campus gardens Academy Hair & Beauty Training Salon Common Rooms for students

8 WHERE I WANT TO BE Fully equipped Beacon Centre Library & Resource Centre 6 Lane, 25m swimming pool in our Sports & Leisure Centre

FREE WIFI

OVER 600 I PADS FOR STUDENTS TO USE

FAITH/ CHAPLAINCY Starbucks Cafe at the Beacon Centre

Common Rooms for students The Beacon Centre at Blackburn College

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 9 NEW Sports & Leisure Centre

We are happy to announce that our brand new Sports & Leisure Centre is now open!

Working with Blackburn with Darwen Council we have built a £13.5 million facility for Blackburn College students and the local community.

Opened by double Olympic Gold Medallist Rebecca Adlington. “Without facilities like these, I would never have won any Olympic medals. Hopefully this will inspire many students to lead a healthy and active lifestyle.”

Sport Centres of Excellence If you enjoy playing sports and would like the opportunity to play at a professional level, you should join our centres of excellence in Basketball, Swimming, Football, Netball or Cricket.

You will have access to: • Bespoke sessions • Physiotherapy • Player development • Warm weather training • Training sessions

Find out more at: www.blackburn.ac.uk/centres-of-excellence

10 WHERE I WANT TO BE Become a member from as little as £1.50 per week to have access to

6 Lane, 25m swimming pool 2 sports halls 80 station fitness centre Aerobics studio Spin studio Rehabilitation pool Sports Performance Laboratory

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 11 Travelling to College

40 MINS

Preston

50 MINS Chorley _ 25 MINS Darwen Our £30 per term travel pass will get you to and from college 24 hours a day, 7 days per week for only £90 per year! 60 MINS

See our website for a full list of locations the pass covers & download Bolton a travel guide. 55 MINS www.blackburn.ac.uk/travel or call 01254 292929 Helmshore

12 WHERE I WANT TO BE PER TERM £30 BUS PASS

90 MINS 50 MINS

Clitheroe Colne

50 MINS 75 MINS Padiham Nelson

35 MINS

Accrington 55 MINS Burnley

50 MINS 85 MINS

Haslingden Rawtenstall

Lancashire United: Call 0845 272 72 72 or visit www.lancashirebus.co.uk 13 Services for Students

The Hub The Hub Team are here to ensure you have a positive student experience and get all the support you need. We oer matrix accredited information advice and guidance as well the following careers and employability support:

• How to achieve your dream job • Writing a CV and personal statement • Finding a course • Options after your course • UCAS/University applications • Mock interviews

For more information contact The Hub on 01254 292929.

Student Finance Student Counselling • Applying for your £30 per term If you need emotional support we travel pass have an on-site, free, conﬁdential • Applying for your £150 support and professional counselling service allowance* available. • Applying for FREE College meals* For more information contact The Hub on 01254 292929. For more information contact The Hub on 01254 292929.

14 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Note: Eligibility criteria applies, speak to a hub advisor for more information. Pastoral Care, Guidance & Support

All students receive pastoral care, guidance and integrated support to enable them to feel safe & achieve positive outcomes.

You will have access to: A personal tutor to provide you with on-going guidance, oering support with emotional health and wellbeing, personal and social development & employability skills.

School Liaison Team The safeguarding team who promote student welfare and Our School Liaison Team will be visiting your schools oer support & guidance throughout the year, but if you wish to come in and see

us or have a VIP tour of the campus, just contact us. For more information Call: 01254 292511 contact us on 01254 292424 Visit: www.blackburn.ac.uk/vip Email: [email protected]

Additional Learning Support (ALS) “OUTSTANDING Our award winning support team can help you with: SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS” • Physical Disabilities • Dyslexia • Learning Diculties or Disabilities • Hearing Impairment • Mental Health Needs • Language, Literacy & Numeracy needs • Visual Impairment • Assistive Technology

The ALS team are a dedicated and highly skilled team which include: dyslexia specialists, a teacher of the deaf, a teacher of the visually impaired, qualiﬁed British sign language communicators, note takers and support workers. We are here to support you, so please contact us, and where possible share any documents which will help us to plan your support needs at the college.

15 *Note: Eligibility criteria applies, speak to a hub advisor for more information. For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Financial Support For 16 - 18 year olds

£30 Per Term Bus Pass (learners must live at least 1 mile from College) FREE Essential Kit & Uniform £150 Support Allowance* FREE Breakfast

£1 Lunch FREE College Meals* (*eligible learners only)

For more information see www.blackburn.ac.uk/ﬁnancial-support

16 WHERE I WANT TO BE £1,000 SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships available for new students aged 16 - 18!

WE HAVE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

STEM SPORT CREATIVE ARTS

ACADEMIC HEALTHCARE

Last year Blackburn College offered over 80 students a scholarship to help them with their studies.

Terms and conditions apply - see website for more details.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 17 Employability & Enterprise

Here at Blackburn College we are keen to help you gain skills and qualiﬁcations to successfully move into employment and become entrepreneurs.

We oer regular employer workshops, GET INVOLVED IN: seminars and events to help you understand what employers are looking for and how to develop your CV. Global Entrepreneurship Week

National Careers Week

National Apprenticeship Week

National Volunteers Week

Student Volunteering Week

Our DIGIPALS - Digital Learning Scholars

18 WHERE I WANT TO BE Enterprise Club Employability & Enterprise Join the Enterprise Club and meet a network of like-minded students, tutors and alumni, as well as industry mentors who can advise on setting up your own business.

Please contact 01254 292491 for more information.

Young entrepreneurs raise money for Fairtrade Week

Volunteering

Blackburn College and Blackburn with Darwen Community and Voluntary Service have partnered to o±er a comprehensive volunteering service.

You can access volunteering across a network of over 250 organisations.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 19 Enrichment Activities

Activities outside the classroom help you build skills and conﬁdence whilst making new friends.

Get involved in Lunchtime & Evening Sports

Cookery classes to develop your culinary skills

Try out our Hair & Beauty Taster Sessions

20 WHERE I WANT TO BE Take part in a wide range of activities whilst studying at Blackburn College:

• Lunchtime & Evening Sports • Interfaith Groups

• Creative Arts & Music • Cookery Skills

• First Aid • Driver Awareness

• Hair & Beauty • College Choir Student • Volunteering Voice

Student Voice & Student Union Volunteering at Dementia Awareness Week We really value feedback from our students - help make a di±erence Cookery classes to develop your culinary skills and create the College you want

There are lots of ways that you can get involved with the student voice team and the student union:

Be trained as a student representative

Participate in meetings and focus groups to get your voice heard

Represent the College at prestigious and fun events.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 21 Programmed for Success

It is becoming increasingly important for young people to develop not only a qualiﬁcation, but the skills and qualities that employers are looking for.

As a student at Blackburn College you will take a study programme tailored to your individual needs, abilities and interests to help you achieve your future goals.

Qualities that employers are looking for: Communication & interpersonal skills Grade A* - C in maths & English Creativity Conﬁdence Ability to work as a team Problem solving skills Attention to detail Staying calm under pressure Motivation & enthusiasm IT skills

22 WHERE I WANT TO BE Core Qualification

Tutorial & Work Study Skills Experience Your study programme As part of your study programme you will take part in...

Maths & Enrichment English Activities

You can get involved in a range of daytime and evening sport, creative and fun activities outside of the classroom at Blackburn College.

Just ask your tutor when you enrol or sign up at our Induction Fair in September.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 23 Guide to Qualifications

WE HAVE STUDY PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE FROM ENTRY LEVEL THROUGH TO LEVEL 3. ENTRY LEVEL LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2

Designed to help you decide Learn more about your choice Level 2 courses will develop what you want to do in the of vocational area, and develop your knowledge and skills, future. Gain skills to get skills that will help you take the enabling you to progress to the you ready for work; gain a next steps in learning or work. next level, or into work. recognised qualification, and Entry Criteria: Grade E/F Entry Criteria: Minimum 3 improve your maths & English. profile at GCSE plus a positive Grade D at GCSE or successful Entry Criteria: Interview, attitude, and willingness to completion of a Level 1 course. positive attitude, and attend and work hard. willingness to attend and work hard.

LEVEL 3

Level 3 qualifications help prepare you for higher education or employment by developing higher level skills and academic knowledge. Entry Criteria: Minimum 4 Grade A*-C at GCSE or successful completion of a Level 2 course. For A-Levels you will need at least 3 Bs and 2 Cs at GCSE*.

Note: A triple distinction in a vocational qualification is the equivalent to 3 As at A-Level.

APPRENTICESHIPS

Apprenticeships combine practical training in a job with study. As an Apprentice you’ll work alongside experienced staff, gain job-specific skills, study towards a qualification, and improve your maths & English. Intermediate Level Apprenticeship – equivalent to five GCSE passes Advanced Level Apprenticeship – equivalent to two A-level passes Higher Apprenticeship – can lead to NVQ level 4 and above or a foundation degree

Note: Entry requirements for each programme may vary and the above is a general guide. 24 WHERE I WANT TO BE GUARANTEED PROGRESSION FOR SUCCESSFUL LEVEL 3 LEARNERS

Did you know you can study for your Degree at University Centre at Blackburn College, without the big city prices?

You can get to where you want to be with our wide range of courses, situated in a £14 million dedicated centre within our £65 million campus.

Reasons to study further with us:

• 9 out of 10 graduates move into work or further study within six months of graduation* • All of our courses are approved by leading universities including UK Top 10 Lancaster University who validate 85% of our courses

• Small class sizes

• Ocially recognised by the Quality Assurance Agency for the quality of our HE Provision including our work with over 4000 employers

• Over 100 degree level courses available.

*Destinations of Leavers of Higher Education – 2014 data.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 25 Apprenticeships Beneﬁts of studying an at Blackburn Apprenticeship

Gain skills & qualifications whilst College earning a wage Apprenticeships are nationally recognised qualifications and highlight Interested in studying and working at to potential employers that students the same time, having the opportunity to have relevant work experience earn a wage whilst gaining a nationally Professional support from the college recognised qualification? during training Then an Apprenticeship route is best Research shows that Apprentices for you. earn, on average, over £100,000 more throughout their career than other employees.

National Get Matched Events

Apprenticeship Week Come and meet employers, view available vacanices and speak to our training advisors Monday 14th - Friday 18th March about the Apprenticeship yosu want to study.

Blackburn College will be hosting a variety Wednesday 20th January All of events during this week. Please check events www.blackburn.ac.uk/apprenticeships Wednesday 16th March 4 - 7pm for more information. Wednesday 18th May

26 WHERE I WANT TO BE We work with:

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Frequently asked Questions by Apprentices

How much will I get paid? Can I get help finding an employer? Apprentices from 1st October 2015 will earn Blackburn College will work with applicants £3.30 an hour, and this is reviewed annually. to help find a suitable employer where This rate is for Apprentices aged 16 to 18 and possible. However we always advise anyone those aged 19 or over who are in their first looking to undertake an Apprenticeship to year. All other Apprentices are entitled to the be actively seeking employment for National Minimum Wage for their age. themselves too.

What do you study through an To view the wide range of Apprenticeship vacancies we have available, please visit Apprenticeship? www.blackburn.ac.uk/apprenticejobs An Apprenticeship is essentially a set of qualifications called a ‘framework’ developed by Sector Skills Councils. Most Apprenticeship frameworks follow a standard format that comprises: • A National Vocational Qualification (e.g. Level 2 for Intermediate Level Apprenticeships, Level 3 for Advanced Level Apprenticeships) • Knowledge based qualification

College provides the knowledge and develops skills while the employer provides DON’T FORGET you can access the Blackburn the practical experience to put those skills to College 24/7 Bus Pass for just the test. Training can be classroom based, in a workshop or in a workplace, depending on £30 PER TERM the subject and on the learning provider. *See website for full terms & conditions

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 27 Business, Law & Accounting

Charlie-Jean Greenwood, from Darwen Vale High School, studied Level 3 Business and Accounts. Charlie gained a place in the Business Career Academy and achieved a work placement at the Halifax Bank, resulting in a job o±er after 6 weeks! She is now going to UCBC to study a Foundation Degree in Business.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses FdA Business with BA (Hons) Top Up When you pass your Level FdA Criminology & Criminal Justice with BA (Hons) Top Up 3 qualiﬁcation University FdA Accounting (Financial Services) with BA (Hons) Top Up FdA Retail Management with BA (Hons) Top Up Centre at Blackburn LLB (Hons) Law (approved by University of South Wales) College (UCBC) will give BA (Hons) Business Studies you a GUARANTEED PLACE BA (Hons) Business with Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Business Accounting to study for your degree. All approved by

28 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN Business, Law & Accounting Your study COLLEGE? programme... Opportunity to As part of your study programme you will take part in... take part in the Business Career 1 Business, Law & Accounting Academy Qualiﬁcation 2 Maths & English OPPORTUNITIES FOR INTERNATIONAL TRIPS TO 3 Tutorial & Study Skills LEARN ABOUT WHAT HAPPENS 4 Work Experience IN THE INDUSTRY Enrichment Activities Opportunity to study 5 an additional IFS QUALIFICATION MARKETING (Institute of Financial Services) MANAGER Opportunity to progress onto an Senior Managers & Advanced Higher Apprenticeship. Business, Law & Accounting Business, Law We work with: Marketing Directors can earn £50,000 +

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Other Routes Career Routes

FdA Business with BA (Hons) Top Up Students go on to study at a wide Our students have Explore our FdA Criminology & Criminal Justice with BA (Hons) Top Up range of leading universities successful careers as: NEW CAREERS FdA Accounting (Financial Services) with BA (Hons) Top Up APP including: Accountant FdA Retail Management with BA (Hons) Top Up Lancaster University LLB (Hons) Law (approved by University of South Wales) Solicitor Human Resource BA (Hons) Business Studies University of Leeds Paralegal Manager BA (Hons) Business with Human Resource Management University of Manchester Financial Manager Business Development BA (Hons) Business Accounting University of Nottingham Court Services Manager University of Warwick Buying/Procurement Marketing Manager

29 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Business Business with Law Level 1 & Level 2 Level 3 Diploma & Level 3 Extended Diploma These 1 year study programmes will help you gain a better understanding of Gaining knowledge in Business and Law business structures, customer services, will be useful across a range of careers bookkeeping, legal requirements and and industries, and will offer progression handling a boardroom situation. Additionally, to university. On these 2 year study the study programme will help you develop programmes you will investigate real communication, IT, research, teamwork and businesses and how they set up, grow presentation skills, which will all help with and trade their products and services. You progressing on to the next level programme will also investigate the role of the legal and then higher education. profession and how the law can affect individuals and businesses. You will examine You will learn about: criminal and civil cases and how they are • Human Resources dealt with in the English legal system. You • Management will observe cases in court and visit legal • Retail institutions. • Finance • Marketing Assessment: The new BTEC Nationals offer a wide range Assessment: of assessments including assignments, tasks You will be assessed by written assignments, and a written exam. portfolio work and team work. Level 2 has one exam based unit. Entry Requirements Level 3 Diploma - 4 or more GCSEs grade Entry Requirements: C or above including maths and English at a Level 1 – A profile of grade Es at GCSE minimum of D grade or have completed a including maths and English Level 2 Business course preferably at Merit or Distinction Grade Level 2 – A profile of grade Ds at GCSE including maths and English or a Level 1 in Level 3 Extended Diploma - 5 or more Business with a merit. GCSEs grade C or above including maths and English or have completed a Level 2 in Business with a Merit or Distinction Grade and Level 2 functional skills in both maths and English.

BUSINESS CAREER ACADEMY If you are studying a Level 3 Extended Diploma you will have the opportunity to apply for a place in the Career Academy.

You will have access to guest speakers and be mentored by an employer from industry. You will also undertake a paid internship for 6 weeks to gain work experience and invaluable skills.

To find out more, you can visit the career academy website: www.careeracademies.org.uk

30 WHERE I WANT TO BE Business with Accounting CALVIN LAU Level 3 Diploma & Extended Diploma

The 2 year Business and Accounting study programmes are suitable for students wanting to develop the skills and qualifications required by employers and universities.

You will learn about: • Business, Financial and Management accounting and accounting systems • Managing business information • Human resource management • Internet marketing, research & product promotion • Understanding retailing & small businesses

Students will learn to work with their peers, develop their personal skills, IT and numeracy and creative thinking. The Diploma is equivalent to 2 A Levels and the Extended School: Witton Park High School Diploma is equivalent to 3 A Levels. Studying: Level 3 Extended Diploma

Business with Accounts Assessment: Going on to: University to study Business

The new BTEC Nationals offer a wide range of & Accounting Business, Law assessments including assignments, tasks and & Economics, before hopefully studying a written exam. a Masters and working abroad.

Entry Requirements Calvin, from Blackburn, has been enjoying his course and has learnt lots of new skills Level 3 Diploma - 4 or more GCSEs grade to prepare him for University. C or above including maths and English at a minimum of D grade or have completed a “I’ve really upped my game and learnt a Level 2 Business course preferably at Merit or lot since leaving school and developed Distinction Grade some key skills to prepare me for Level 3 Extended Diploma - 5 or more GCSEs University such as time management and grade C or above including maths and English lesson preparation.” or have completed a Level 2 in Business with a Merit or Distinction Grade and Level 2 functional skills in both maths and English.

ACHIEVEMENT WE ON ALL OUR HAVE 100% EXTENDED DIPLOMAS

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 31 Apprenticeships in Accountancy Business, Law & Level 2 Intermediate & Level 3 Accounting Advanced Want to become an accountant or work in finance? An accounting Apprenticeship is your route to an exciting professional career. Whether you want to start earning straight away, go on to chartered studies, or set up your own practice, the career options are endless. To be successful you must be committed and possess good literacy and numeracy skills as well as a logical approach to problem solving, including the ability to recognise the importance of attention to detail.

What will I study? • Preparing and recording financial documentation • Maintaining and reconciling the cash book ELEANOR ORMISTON • Processing business transactions and extracting trial balance Studying: Management Apprenticeship • Maintaining the journal and control Employed by Ormiston Electrical accounts • Providing basic cost and revenue Eleanor wanted to progress within the family information. business and therefore chose to study an Apprenticeship to further her education and gain You will study maths and English. more qualifications. With her Apprenticeship, she began to understand how to run a modern business and develop her management skills. £ FUTURE EARNINGS Trainee: Earn up to £24,000 “My Apprenticeship helped me with my Qualified Accountants: Earn up to £50,000 knowledge of management, health and safety Senior Accountants: Earn up to £100,000 and finance, as well as building my confidence with new people and colleagues. Having the Essential: Maths & English GCSE opportunity to meet other students who are in similar positions gave me the opportunity to share best practice and knowledge. I now plan to progress up the ladder within the family business.”

Number 1 in England 32 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Business & Customer Service Administration Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced Good customer service is key to the success of any business or organisation. It’s one of Business and administration covers those useful skills that is used in all sorts many occupations from Office Juniors of industries and covers all the extras that and Receptionists to Personal Assistants make a customer’s experience better. and Supervisors. It involves developing, As a Customer Service Apprentice you implementing, maintaining and evaluating will probably work at the front end of an various systems that are required for a employer’s business activities and regularly company to run effectively. To undertake assist customers. In most cases you’ll be this Apprenticeship you must be committed making sure that customers are dealt with in and have the determination and motivation a positive, reliable and pleasant way. to succeed. What will I study? What will I study? • Prepare yourself to deliver good • Manage own performance in a business customer service environment • Provide customer service within the • Improve own performance in a business rules environment • Recognise and deal with customer • Work in a business environment requests, queries and problems • Communicate in a business • Give customers a positive impression of environment yourself and the organisation • Store and retrieve information • Make customer service personal. • Plan and organise meetings • Use office equipment. You will study maths and English.

You will study maths and English. £ FUTURE EARNINGS Apprenticeships in Business, Law & Accounting in Business, Law Apprenticeships £ FUTURE EARNINGS Starting salary: Earn up to £18,000 With experience can earn up to £25,000 Starting salary: Earn up to £20,000 depending on what your duties are. Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

for Apprentice Success*

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 33

*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Management Retail Level 3 Advanced Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced Good Managers are essential to the success of any business so the skills gained on this Retail covers a host of businesses from Apprenticeship are transferable and valuable. independent shops to national chains and If you want a career in Management large superstores. As an Apprentice your role then this Apprenticeship is for you. The will depend on your employer & you could Apprenticeship offers a combination of be assisting customers on the sales floor of a qualifications that will equip you with the high street store or handling their purchases. skills and knowledge you need to work in a Alternatively, you could be working in a Management environment. specialist department and become a product expert able to help with specific queries. The Students who complete this Apprenticeship Retail Apprenticeship offers a combination progress onto Higher Level Apprenticeships of qualifications that will equip you with the in Management and Human Resource skills and knowledge you need to work in Management. the Retail industry.

What will I study? What will I study? • Manage personal development • Health & Safety • Set objectives and provide support for • Stock storage and order processing Team Leaders • Preparing products for sale • Communicate information and knowledge • Merchandising and selling goods • Leading innovation and change • Customer service • Becoming an effective leader • Hygiene and goods movement • Managing recruitment. • Organisational effectiveness.

You will study maths and English. You will study maths and English. £ FUTURE EARNINGS £ FUTURE EARNINGS Starting salary: Earn up to £15,000 Starting salary: Earn up to £30,000 With experience Supervisors can With experience can earn up to £75,000 earn up to £20,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Number 1 in England 34 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Social Media Team Leading Level 3 Advanced Level 2 Intermediate

Digital marketing and the use of social This Apprenticeship is intended for and digital media is a key part of business individuals who have a responsibility for marketing strategies and practice today. The the work of others, as they lead a team. growth of this industry sector has seen a It is suitable for people who are entering number of jobs advertised for social media management, or who have the ability experts. Businesses need the support of a and the opportunity to demonstrate skilled workforce to enable them to make recognisable management and leadership the best use of digital marketing tools skills, for example, providing leadership and concepts and this Apprenticeship for your team, encouraging innovation, can help to develop these skills amongst allocating and checking work. young people.

What will I study? What will I study? • Principles of Social Media within a • Manage personal development Business • Develop working relationships with • Principles of Keywords and Optimisation colleagues • Social Networking Management for a • Communicate information and Business knowledge • Using Collaborative Technologies • Plan, allocate and monitor work of a • Using Digital and Social Media in team. Marketing Campaigns. You will study maths and English. You will study maths and English. £ FUTURE EARNINGS £ FUTURE EARNINGS Supervisors and Team Leaders Earn up to Starting salary: £22,000 & Accounting in Business, Law Apprenticeships With experience & managerial responsibilities Earn up to £25,000 you can earn up to £35,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Essential: Maths & English GCSE

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Catering & Hospitality

Zoe McCaig from St.Wilfrid’s School is studying Professional Cookery & enjoyed sweet success when she came ﬁrst in the ‘Let’s Go British’ ﬁnals, which will now help her achieve her dream of becoming a successful patisserie chef.

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When you pass your Level 3 FdA Hospitality Management with qualiﬁcation the University BA (Hons) Top Up Centre at Blackburn FdA Hospitality Management (Events Management) College (UCBC) will give with BA (Hons) Top Up you a GUARANTEED PLACE to study for your degree. All approved by

36 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN Catering & Hospitality Your study COLLEGE? programme... As part of your study programme you will take part in... MULTI AWARD WINNING STAFF & STUDENTS 1 Catering & Hospitality Qualiﬁcation 2 Maths & English

REAL LIFE Tutorial & Study Skills TRAINING RESTAURANT & 3 PRODUCTION KITCHENS 4 Work Experience 5 Enrichment Activities Opportunity to progress onto an Advanced Apprenticeship We work with nationally CATERING recognised businesses: MANAGER

With experience & & Hospitality Catering qualiﬁcations you can earn up to £45,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Career Routes Our students have successful careers as: Explore our FdA Hospitality Management with NEW CAREERS BA (Hons) Top Up APP Pastry Chef Event Manager FdA Hospitality Management (Events Management) Catering Manager Front of House with BA (Hons) Top Up Hotel / Operations Manager Bar Sta Restaurant Owner House Keeping Chef / Chef de Partie / Commis Chef Fast Food Assistant

37 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Introduction to the Preparing for the Catering & Food Catering & Food Profession Profession Entry Level Level 1

On this study programme you will On this study programme you will learn develop the skills and knowledge towards the skills needed to progress into a catering independent living and learning. You will profession. also practice basic catering and food safety skills required for a profession in the You will learn about: hospitality and catering sector. • Food service • Introduction to healthy eating You will learn about: • Basic food preparation and cooking • Food service • Preparing and serving drinks • Introduction to healthy eating • Front office operations • Basic food preparation and cooking • Using kitchen equipment • Preparing and serving drinks • Guest services in the hospitality industry • Front office operations • Using kitchen equipment Assessment: • Guest services in the hospitality industry You will be assessed by observations,

projects and written or verbal questioning. Assessment: You will be assessed by multiple choice Entry Requirements examinations and practical demonstrations. You will need to have completed the entry level qualification or equivalent. Entry Requirements: This qualification has no formal entry requirements but you will need a willingness to learn and have a passion for catering.

THERE ARE 20,000 EMPLOYERS in Hospitality & Tourism in the North West

38 WHERE I WANT TO BE Professional Cookery CATERING Level 2 & Level 3 COMPETITIONS Professional Cookery is for anyone who works or wants to work as a chef or gain a senior role in the catering and hospitality sector. You’ll gain a high standard of cookery skills and learn other workplace essentials like health and safety in a modern kitchen.

You will learn: • To prepare and cook fish, meat & poultry • To produce vibrant fruit and vegetable dishes • To produce rice, pulse & grain dishes • To produce authentic pasta dishes • To produce egg dishes • To produce bread, cakes & sponge dishes • To produce hot & cold desserts

If you choose to progress on to the Level 3 professional cookery programme you will gain experience of supervising others Our students celebrated beating and managing resources in our Scholars over 100 other Universities and restaurant. Colleges in the National British Catering & Hospitality Catering Assessment: Culinary Federation Student Team You will be assessed by observations, Challenge. projects and written or verbal questioning. Our Level 3 Professional Cookery and Food and Beverage students Kate Entry Requirements Robinson from Clitheroe, Amber Gibson Level 2 - You will have a Level 1 in of Darwen and Sophie Broderick from Professional Cookery or equivalent skills. Chorley, came third against colleges from Alternatively you may have experience in the around the country. Catering & Hospitality industry or be looking to enter the industry in the future. Tutor Anthony Prince mentored them for eight weeks, and helped them design an Level 3 - You will have the NVQ Level 2 exquisite menu to help stand out from the or VRQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery. rest. Alternatively you may have experience in the Hospitality industry. “I am really proud of what the girls have achieved in the competition. To beat Colleges such as Westminster and Birmingham University to finish third is quite an achievement!”

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 39 Patisserie & Food & Beverage Confectionery Supervision Level 2 & Level 3 Level 3

On these study programmes, you will learn This study programme is for anyone a range of high level skills and techniques who wants to work in front of house in used by pastry chefs and patissiers. A wide a restaurant or other food and beverage range of patisserie materials, equipment and service venues. You will gain the skills you ingredients will be used in practical sessions need to deliver a great dining experience to give you experience of standard industry whilst experiencing serving food and practice. beverages in our Scholar’s restaurant, which is open to the public. You will learn: • How to produce hot and cold desserts You will learn: and puddings • Supervising sta & hospitality events • To produce pastes, fillings, coatings and • Menu design sauces • Serving food & drinks • To prepare, cook and finish complex • Handling bookings bread, dough, cake, sponge and biscuits • Bar service • To prepare, process and finish complex • Legislation in the industry chocolate, marzipan, pastillage and • Legal and social responsibilities of sugar products personal license holders • Handling payments Assessment: • Food safety You will be continually assessed by practical assignments and theory tests. Assessment: You will be continually assessed by practical Entry Requirements assignments and theory tests. Level 2 - You will have a Level 1 in Professional Cookery or equivalent skills. Entry Requirements Alternatively you may have experience in the You will need an NVQ Level 2 in Multi- Catering & Hospitality industry. Skilled Hospitality, NVQ Level 2 Food and Beverage (drink service) or the equivalent Level 3 - You will need an NVQ Level 2 qualifications and a proven ability to serve or VRQ Level 2 Hospitality qualification customers confidently in a restaurant setting. or equivalent. Alternatively you may have experience in the Catering & Hospitality industry. 100% 100% OF STUDENTS ON THIS PROGRAMME PROGRESS TO UNIVERSITY ACHIEVEMENT & SUCCESS ON THIS PROGRAMME OR EMPLOYMENT

40 WHERE I WANT TO BE Catering & Hospitality Catering

Northcote Manor & Blackburn College have partnered together to o±er scholarship opportunities to over 80 of our catering students. After a rigorous recruitment process, 10 students were chosen to work in Chef and Front of House roles, working one day every week to gain real life industry skills. Zoe McCaig & Jesse Beetham (Pictured with Nigel Haworth) have now managed to secure full time jobs at Northcote Manor.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 41 Apprenticeships in Food & Beverage Catering & Service Hospitality Level 2 Intermediate

Apprenticeships in Food and Beverage Service are designed for people currently working or looking for a career within the industry as a waiter/waitress, counter food service and/or bar person. To undertake an Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering you must be committed and have the determination and motivation to succeed.

What will I study? • Preparing the food service area • Providing a high level of customer care • Working efficiently as part of a team • Serve food to the table/taking customer orders.

HENRY BAILEY You will study maths and English. Studying: Professional Cookery Apprenticeship £ FUTURE EARNINGS Employed by Yu and You, Blackburn Waiting Staff: Earn up to £16,000 Henry is carving out a career for himself as a With experience you can Commis Chef at the award winning earn up to £20,000 Yu and You restaurant. Essential: Maths & English GCSE “I have really enjoyed my Apprenticeship at Blackburn College and Yu and You restaurant and I’m now working there full time. During my studies I have not only learnt western cookery skills, but I’ve also learnt how to cook Cantonese style which is really interesting. There is so much variety and the ingredients are always changing. It’s amazing how many skills you need to work with different cuisines.”

Number 1 in England 42 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Food Production & Front of House Cooking Level 2 Intermediate Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeships in Front of House are designed for people currently working or This Apprenticeship covers a range of looking for a career within the industry as occupations within Hospitality and Catering. a hotel receptionist. The Front of House Apprentices could either train as a chef Apprenticeship is incredibly broad, and can in a restaurant or learn how to cook for cover hotels, restaurants, bars, pubs, hotels large scale organisations like the NHS or and clubs. Hospitality is all about customer in schools. You could work in all sorts of service, whether this is making sure food is kitchens from fine dining to chain restaurants served on time or that a hotel room is ready through to gastro pubs. To undertake an to use. Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering you must be committed and have the What will I study determination and motivation to succeed. • Customer Service What will I study? • Front of House Administration and Reception Duties • Assisting with food preparation • Dealing with guest arrivals, departures • Cooking and serving meals and bookings. • Assisting a chef. You will study maths and English. You will study maths and English. £ FUTURE EARNINGS £ Trainee Chef: Earn up to £13,000 FUTURE EARNINGS Section Chef: Earn up to £18,000 Starting salary: Earn up to £14,500 Second Chef: Earn up to £22,000 Supervisors: Earn up to £18,000 Apprenticeships in Catering & Hospitality in Catering Apprenticeships Essential: Maths & English GCSE Front Desk Manager: Earn up to £23,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Hospitality Services Housekeeping Level 2 Intermediate Level 2 Intermediate

Hospitality Supervision & Apprenticeships in Housekeeping are designed for people currently working Leadership or looking for a career performing daily Level 3 Advanced domestic duties within a hotel environment. This apprenticeship is for staff who prepare Work in hospitality is incredibly broad, and and service bedrooms or who clean, service can cover hotels, restaurants, bars, pubs, and prepare public rooms within their hotels and clubs. Hospitality is all about own workplace. customer service, whether this is making sure food is served on time or that a hotel room is What will I study ready to use. • Cleaning and servicing a range of housekeeping areas What will I study • Collect linen and make beds • Give customers a positive impression of • Use of different chemicals and yourself and your organisation equipment • Maintain food safety when storing, • Carry out periodic room servicing and holding and serving food deep cleaning • Work effectively as part of a hospitality • Clean and maintain soft floors and team furnishings. • Prepare and present food for cold presentation You will study maths and English. • Prepare and serve wines. £ FUTURE EARNINGS You will study maths and English. Housekeepers: £ FUTURE EARNINGS Earn up to £24,000 Assistant Hotel Manager: £19,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Deputy Manager: Earn up to £35,000 General Manager: Earn up to £60,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Number 1 in England 44 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Professional Cookery Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 DEBORAH GILES Advanced

Working as a chef is a highly skilled, practical career-path that is in demand the world over. The catering industry as a whole contributes billions to the UK economy, and is one of the biggest employers of young people in the UK. With an Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery, you will gain the practical experience needed to progress, as well as the theory behind the dishes you create. Many of the new starters in this industry see it as a part-time role, so in completing an Apprenticeship, you will have a real advantage when it comes to progression.

What will I study? • Preparation, cooking and finishing • Prepare, finish and present canapés and cocktail products • Health, safety and security in the Hospitality working environment • Development of working relationships in hospitality.

You will study maths and English. & Hospitality in Catering Apprenticeships £ FUTURE EARNINGS Head Chef: Earn up to £30,000 Executive Head Chef: Earn up to £50,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Professional Cookery Apprentice at Edisford Bridge Hotel

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Childcare

Afsheen Akhtar, from Witton Park High School, recently celebrated achieving a triple distinction in her Level 3 Extended Diploma in Childcare. Her 890 hours of placement in a range of nurseries and primary schools has now secured her a career in teaching.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses FdA Early Childhood Studies with BA (Hons) Top Up When you pass your Level 3 FdA Positive Practice with Children & Young People with qualiﬁcation the University BA (Hons) Top Up Centre at Blackburn FdA Disability Studies (Inclusive Practice) with BA (Hons) College (UCBC) will give Top Up you a GUARANTEED PLACE BA (Hons) Education Studies to study for your degree. All approved by

46 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... GUARANTEED As part of your study programme WORK EXPERIENCE ON ALL you will take part in... CHILDCARE COURSES 1 Childcare Qualiﬁcation 64% 2 Maths & English OUR OUR LEVEL 3 STUDENTS HAVE 3 Tutorial & Study Skills ACHIEVED A TRIPLE DISTINCTION (equivalent to 3 As at A-Level) 4 Work Experience 5 Enrichment Activities OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN A FIRST AID QUALIFICATION AND TAKE PART IN THE VIRTUAL BABY PROGRAMME PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER Childcare Opportunity to progress onto an Advanced Apprenticeship. If you reach the top We work with: of the salary scale you can earn up to Oakhill Nursery Olive Tree Nursery East Lancs Hospital Trust £37,000 Child Action Northwest Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Other Routes Career Routes

Students have gone on to Our students have Explore our gain Teaching qualiﬁcations at successful careers as: NEW CAREERS leading universities: APP Primary School Edge Hill University Teaching Special Needs University of Cumbria Nursery Practitioner / Manager Support Worker Social Worker Hospital Play Child Psychologist Worker

47 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Occupational Studies in An Introduction to Health & Social Care & Health & Social Care & Early Years Children Entry Level Level 1

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who would like a career working with who would like a career working within children or adults in health and social care. Health and Social Care or with children and You will gain on the job work experience and young people. gain a qualification in occupational studies which will develop your employability skills You will gain a level 1 qualification as well as and complement your vocational learning. developing your employability skills.

You will learn about: You will learn about: • Entry Level 3 Certificate in Occupational • Level 1 Diploma in an introduction to Studies for the Workplace Health, Social Care and Children and • Maths and English Young People’s settings. • Vocational Units • Maths and English • Employability During the programme you will undertake During the programme you will undertake childcare or health and social care work placement in a variety of settings workplace experience. and many exciting enrichment activities. On successful completion of the study On successful completion of the study programme you may be given the programme you may be given the opportunity to progress onto a level 2 opportunity to progress onto a level 1 qualification in Childhood Studies or Health qualification in either childcare or health and and Social Care. social care. Assessment: Assessment: • You will complete assignments for your You will complete a portfolio of evidence vocational qualification and complete assignments. You will also • A portfolio of evidence for employability be assessed completing practical work in • You will be visited on work placement placement and complete exams in maths and English. Vocational assignments will be completed in the classroom and at home and you will Entry Requirements complete exams in maths and English.

To study this course you should possess the Entry Requirements following:- To study this course you must possess the • A positive reference from school following:- • A DBS (police check) completed during induction • 4 GCSEs Grade E including maths and • A genuine desire to work with people. English • Complete a DBS (police check) during induction.

48 WHERE I WANT TO BE NEW An Introduction to Early Children’s Holiday COURSE Years, Education & Care Representative/ FOR 2015 Level 2 Playworker This one year full time study programme is Level 2 for those who wish to work with children and young people and is designed to help If you are thinking about working in an after learners build the knowledge and skills school club, holiday club or soft play area needed when working under supervision that encourage children and young people with children and young people from birth to challenge themselves through play, this to 19 years of age. Learners will attend one year course will give you experience of college 2.5 days per week and placement working with children in a variety of settings for 2 days per week. This course will prepare which will fulfil the criteria required to apply learners to work in the childcare sector or to to be a Children’s Holiday Representative or progress to a Level 3 qualification. playworker. You will learn about: You will learn about: • Supporting positive behaviour • A level 2 award in resort representatives • Children and young persons’ • A level 2 or level 3 diploma in Playwork development • Level 3 award in Paediatric First Aid • Safeguarding • Maths and English • Understanding partnership working Throughout the year links will be made Childcare Assessment: with holiday companies to help you gain You will be assessed by written tasks, employment at the end of your course. You activities and practical assessments. You will can also apply to work as a nanny or au also be assessed whilst on work placement. pair in this country or abroad, work as a pre school assistant, activity leader or children’s Entry Requirements activities assistant. You may also continue You will need at least 4 GCSEs at grade D your studies at College if you achieve a including maths and English Language, grade C in maths and English. along with a positive school report for attendance and punctuality. Assessment: You will be assessed by assignments, activities and practical assessments. You will also be assessed whilst on work placement.

Entry Requirements A level 2 Childcare qualification and 4 GCSE’s at D or above, including maths and DON’T FORGET English. You must also pass a DBS check at you can access the interview. Blackburn College 24/7 Bus Pass for just £30 PER TERM *See website for full terms & conditions

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 49 Children’s Play Learning HAMZAH PATEL & Development Level 3 Certiﬁcate & Level 3 Diploma

These two year, full-time study programmes will enable learners to achieve a nationally recognised qualiﬁcation with Early Years Educator Status, enabling learners to progress into employment as an early years practitioner or progress to university. Learners will also gain work experience in a range of early years settings.

You will learn about: • Child development • Child protection • Meeting children’s physical development • Care and health needs • Health, education and social services for children and their families • Collaboration with parents, colleagues and other professionals School: Blackburn Central Assessment: High School You will be assessed by coursework and From: Blackburn your practical performance will be observed in an Early Years’ settings. Hamza studied a Level 3 Diploma Entry Requirements in Childcare and has now secured Level 3 Certiﬁcate - 4 Cs at GCSE including his place at Edge Hill University to English and a minimum of a D in maths. study Primary Education.

Level 3 Diploma - 5 Cs at GCSE including maths and English. His excellent triple distinction grades and 800 placement hours within primary schools have prepared him well for a 71% career as a Primary School Teacher. ACHIEVED HIGH GRADES (Distinctions or Merits)

50 WHERE I WANT TO BE Childcare

Our Childcare students gain over 800 hours of work experience in Childcare settings such as Oakhill Private Nursery.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 51 Apprenticeships in Children and Young Childcare Peoples’ Workforce Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced

This Apprenticeship gives people a fulﬁlling opportunity to work with children and young people whilst also gaining an understanding of the stages of their development. Workers in this area make sure children are looked after, kept active, happy and nourished. They also help children develop social and practical skills. You must also be willing to undergo disclosure and barring service checks (this is needed as apprentices are likely to work with children, young people or vulnerable adults).

This Apprenticeship has 3 pathways: • Early Years Educator • Social Care CHLOE NIXON • Residential Care Studying: Supporting Teaching & What will I study? Learning Apprenticeship Employed by St Peter’s RC Primary School • Introduction to communication • Introduction to personal development “As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, my purpose • Introduction to equality and inclusion is to support children with their educational, • Child and young person development social and emotional development, both in and out of the classroom. • Safeguard the welfare of children and young people. “In addition to this, I assist the teacher with managing the behaviour in the classroom You will study maths and English. environment, recording and assessing pupils’ progress and managing classroom resources. £ FUTURE EARNINGS Family Support Worker: “I love my Apprenticeship – it has given Starting salary £18,000 me the knowledge and experience I With experience can earn up to £35,000 need to progress in the future onto a Essential: Maths & English GCSE Primary Teaching Degree at University.”

Number 1 in England 52 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced

The Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Apprenticeship oers a combination of qualiﬁcations that will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to work in the Education sector. Your duties will vary depending on how the teachers you work with plan their lessons and organise day-today classroom activities. Your main role will be supporting children and young people to develop their skills across the curriculum; however you could ﬁnd yourself supervising arts and crafts activities, helping with outings or reading to the class. You must also be willing to undergo disclosure and barring service checks.

What will I study? • Child and young person development • Support learning activities • Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in Childcare Apprenticeships • Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults • Equality, diversity and inclusion in work with children and young people.

You will study maths and English.

£ FUTURE EARNINGS Full time Teaching Assistant: Earn up to £18,000 Full time HLTAs: Earn up to £21,000 Senior HLTAs: Earn up to £24,000 Olivia Ashworth Essential: Maths & English GCSE Early Years Educator Apprentice Employed by Oakhill Nursery for Apprentice Success*

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Computing & IT

Savannah Barratt from Darwen Vale High School is studying Interactive Media and Software. She wants to progress to University at Blackburn College to study Computer Science and her dream career is to be a Web Designer and Programmer.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses FdSc Computing (Business Information Systems) When you pass your Level 3 with BSc (Hons) Top Up qualiﬁcation the University FdSc Computing (Software Development) with Centre at Blackburn BSc (Hons) Top Up College (UCBC) will give FdSc Computing (Networking & Forensics) with you a GUARANTEED PLACE BSc (Hons) Top Up to study for your degree. All approved by

54 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE Computing & IT BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... As part of your study programme OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN you will take part in... an IT Career Academy internship with local and national businesses to 1 Computing & IT Qualiﬁcation enhance your CV 2 Maths & English HIGH-TECH GAMING ROOM 3 Tutorial & Study Skills & COMPUTER SUITES 4 Work Experience 5 Enrichment Activities

WEB Academy accreditation DEVELOPER Computing & IT Computing Opportunity to progress onto an With experience Advanced Apprenticeship. & qualiﬁcations We work with: you can earn over Mitie Managed Services BCW Engineering £50,000 DigiTech Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Other Routes Career Routes Students go on to study Our students have Explore our at a wide range of leading successful careers as: NEW CAREERS APP universities including: IT Manager University of Southampton Systems Analyst Games Developer Web Master University of York Programmer Computer Engineer University of Glasgow Software Developer Digital Media Specialist Network Technician

55 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk IT & Business Software IT Skills & Preparation Skills for Work Entry Level Level 1

This one year study programme will provide This one year nationally recognised Level 1 you with the understanding and skills study programme will develop existing IT needed to prepare you for employment skills whilst enhancing your employability or college progression. Taught in small skills. class sizes, you will develop the ability to understand written instructions and produce Taught in small class sizes you will study written reports with minimal help. You will functional skills in maths and English also study functional skills in maths and alongside core units to enable you to English. Successful completion will enable develop vital problem solving techniques. you to progress on to a Level 1 computing Successful completion will enable you to course. progress on to a Level 2 computing course or into the world of work. You will learn about: • Databases You will learn about: • Design software • Completing job application forms • Multimedia • Desktop publishing software • Spreadsheets • Drawing & planning software • Video software • Imaging software • Word processing • Internet & video software • Using mobile IT devices Assessment: You will be assessed by written & practical Assessment: work. There will be no exams. You produce a portfolio of work which will be assessed by your tutor. Entry Requirements There are no formal entry requirements Entry Requirements for this course but learners must show an Successful completion of an IT Entry course interest in using computers. or an ability to demonstrate a keen interest in IT. GCSE in English at grade E would be desirable.

1st Place: Abdul Basit (Left) 2nd Place: Huzaifah Khan (Right) 56 WHERE I WANT TO BE Certificate in ICT Information & Creative Level 1 Technology

This one year study programme will be Level 2 related to working in the IT industry to gain the skills required to progress into a career On this one year Level 2 study programme or progress to a higher qualification. The you will gain skills in multimedia design, majority of the course will be spent on animation and developing computer games practical IT activities. You will also study using digital applications, which will all functional skills in maths and English. provide a wide range of career options. You will also study functional skills in maths and You will learn about: English. Successful completion will enable • Computer hardware and networks you to progress on to a Level 3 computing • Computer programming with gaming course or into the world of work. • Computer systems You will learn about: • Creating digital images • Handling data using spreadsheets and • Building a personal computer databases • Computational thinking • Using IT to create business solutions • Computing in the workplace • Creating digital animation Assessment: • Creating digital graphics • Multimedia gaming You will be assessed by written assignments, • Software development portfolio work, presentations and team • Software systems development work. • Spreadsheets • Technology systems Entry Requirements & IT Computing • The online world Two GCSEs at Grade E or above including maths and English. Equivalent qualifications Assessment: will be considered. You will be assessed by assignments and tests.

Entry Requirements 3 GCSEs at Grade D and above, including maths and English. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

Winners of the IT World Skills Regional Competition 2015

Both students are on the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Interactive Media & Software (Networking & Security) study programme and they have both been invited down to Birmingham to compete in the national final. This years winners went to Brazil and won up to £20k of training. Both students hope to achieve a career as a Network Engineer or Cyber Security Specialist.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 57 Creative Design in IT Technical Technology Baccalaureate Level 3 Level 3 Extended Diploma

On this 2 year full time study programme This enhanced academic qualification is you will learn a range of new skills that equivalent to 4.5 A-Levels. In addition to combine computing with the creative arts. the BTEC Extended Diploma, Technical Communication methods such as blogging Baccalaureate students will also study and social networks will be developed and AS Applied level maths and be asked to the skills will be used to undertake a project complete an extended project. planning module. The majority of this course will be spent doing practical work. Following You will learn about: successful completion of this course may see you progress on to university or into • Computer systems employment. • Information systems • Computer networks You will learn about: • Event driven programming • 3D modelling • Database skills • Animation • Website production and management • Computer systems • Web animation for interactive media • Computers in art & design • IT essentials (CompTIA A+) • Control technologies • Digital graphics Additional units covered can include Project • Human computer interaction Management, Systems Analysis and Design, • Programming technologies Computer Game Platforms & Technologies, • Soft circuit electronics Digital Graphics for Interactive Media, 2D • Website production Animation Production and Web Server Side Scripting. Once you have completed Assessment: your Extended Diploma, you will be able to You will be assessed by a wide range of apply to a range of universities. Computing assessments including assignments, tasks students move into exciting careers such and a written exam. as mobile application developers, website developers or protecting and network Entry Requirements security. A minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above Assessment: including maths and English at a minimum of D grade. Equivalent qualifications will The new BTEC Nationals offer a wide range be considered. of assessments including assignments, tasks and a written exam.

EMPLOYMENT OF TECH Entry Requirements SPECIALISTS IS GROWING OVER A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade A*-C including maths and English. Maths at FOUR TIMES FASTER minimum Grade A. Equivalent qualifications THAN OTHER UK PROFESSIONS will be considered.

Source: https://www.thetechpartnership.com/inspire 58 WHERE I WANT TO BE Interactive Media & Software (Incl Networking & Security) Level 3 Diploma & Extended Diploma IT CAREER

These intensive 2 year full-time study ACADEMY programmes are designed for those who want to concentrate their learning If you are studying a Level 3 in the area of IT. In the ﬁrst year you will study common units. In your second year Extended Diploma you will have you will chose a specialist route such as the opportunity to apply for a Programming, Software Development or place in the Career Academy. Systems Support. You will have access to guest speakers You will learn about: and be mentored by an employer from • Business information systems industry. You will also carry out a paid • Computer animations and web internship for 6 weeks to gain work animations experience and invaluable skills. • Computer networks • Computer systems To ﬁnd out more, you can visit the • Database design career academy website: • Developing computer games www.careeracademies.org.uk

• Graphics & IT Computing • Installing and upgrading software • IT essentials • Multimedia design • Programming • Software development • Web animation for interactive media • Website production and management

Assessment: The new BTEC Nationals oer a wide range of assessments including assignments, tasks 49% and a written exam. OF STUDENTS ACHIEVED Entry Requirements A TRIPLE DISTINCTION Level 3 - At least a proﬁle of 4 GCSEs at (equivalent to 3 As at A-Level) Grade C or above including maths and English at minimum of Grade D or Level 2 in IT at Merit or above. Level 3 Extended Diploma - A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including maths and English. Equivalent qualiﬁcations will be considered.

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Our IT Application Specialist and IT User Apprenticeships provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively and efficiently with IT systems, communication and productivity tools and software applications.

What will I study? • Understanding the potential of IT • Developing personal and team effectiveness using IT • Improving productivity using IT • Using IT systems • Using IT to find and exchange information • Using IT productivity tools and RYAN SHARPLES applications. Studying: Networking, Software, and You will study maths and English. Web Apprenticeship Employed by CMS Group - Service Desk & £ FUTURE EARNINGS Field Engineer Starting Salary: Earn up to £22,000 “I initially came to an Open Evening for an Experienced technicians can earn up to Apprenticeship; I spoke to a very helpful £30,000 member of staff who told me about a job they Essential: Maths & English GCSE had at CMS Group and I later got the job.”

Ryan works as a Service Desk and Field Engineer providing first and second line support and on site engineering.

“Being able to learn at the same time as earning DON’T FORGET a wage is great”. you can access the Blackburn College 24/7 He would like to go on to study CISCO and Bus Pass for just Microsoft and then progress within the company £30 PER TERM to the role of Network Engineer. *See website for full terms & conditions Number 1 in England 60 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Networking, Software, and Web Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced

This Apprenticeship is designed to ensure apprentices have an appropriate set of skills to operate in today’s IT job roles. These can include testing software applications before they are released, creating software applications and websites and installing and troubleshooting desktop PCs.

What will I study? • Technical fault diagnosis • Working with ICT hardware and equipment • Investigating and deﬁning requirements • Security of ICT systems

You will study maths and English.

£ FUTURE EARNINGS Starting Salary: Earn up to £25,000 Technicians with planning, design & managerial duties can earn up to£30,000 & IT in Computing Apprenticeships Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Harry Leyland - Networking, Software and Web Apprentice Employed by Padiham Primary School for Apprentice Success*

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Construction & Engineering

Suhel Chilmai, from Pleckgate High School, studied Construction & the Built Environment and achieved a triple distinction. He has now progressed to University to study Architecture and hopes to own his own ﬁrm in Dubai one day!

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses BSc (Hons) Construction (Building Surveying) When you pass your Level 3 BSc (Hons) Construction (Sustainable Design) qualiﬁcation the University Centre at Blackburn BSc (Hons) Construction (Project Management) College (UCBC) will give A one year Foundation Entry is available on all the above courses if you haven’t quite achieved the required grades. you a GUARANTEED PLACE to study for your degree. All approved by

62 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN Construction & Engineering Your study COLLEGE? programme... As part of your study programme Study in the modern £7 million you will take part in... Futures Centre, housing Construction & Engineering environmental technology 1 Qualiﬁcation workshops, a real life plant room and a mock eco-bungalow 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills 4 Work Experience 5 Enrichment Activities

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER Opportunity to progress onto an Advanced Apprenticeship Dependant on

We work with: experience & Engineering Construction you can earn over £70,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Other Routes Career Routes Students go on to study Our students have Explore our at a wide range of leading successful careers as: NEW CAREERS APP universities including: Bricklaying Liverpool John Moores Construction Manager Plumbing University of Leeds Estate Management Project Manager Electrician Site Director Heating Engineer Quantity Surveyor

63 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Construction Bricklaying Entry Level Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3

These study programmes are designed to These study programmes are designed to give students a general introduction to the develop your practical skills in a training construction industry. You’ll be in College environment. You will be in College for for approximately 3 days per week and will roughly 3 days per week and your time spend roughly half of this time in our various will be split between the classroom and workshops where you’ll cover carpentry the workshop. At Level 1 you will learn and joinery, brickwork and multicraft basic bricklaying techniques (using brick construction activities and techniques and block) as you construct cavity walls including building small brick walls and and understand how to set out a building laying paving. project using basic drawings. You’ll progress to look at sustainable building methods You will learn about: and materials at Level 2 as you learn about • Starting work in construction foundations, flooring, roofing, windows and • Developing skills & working safely in doors and how to price projects. At Level 3 construction you will look more closely at sustainability • Personal effectiveness (timber frames, steel structures etc.) and • Financial management will move into more complex masonry • Social responsibility at work structures, such as arches, stonework, flagging and concreting. Assessment: You will be assessed by project work. Assessment: You will be assessed by multiple choice Entry Requirements exams and practical assessments. Entry Level – No prior knowledge or GCSEs are required but entrance must be Entry Requirements competent at basic literacy and numeracy Level 1 - You will need GCSE Grade D - E in maths and English. Level 1 - You will need GCSE Grades D - E in maths and English. Level 2 - You will need GCSE Grade D in maths, English and the successful completion of Level 1 Brickwork or equivalent.

Level 3 - You will need GCSE Grade D in maths, English and the successful completion of Level 2 Brickwork or equivalent.

64 WHERE I WANT TO BE Carpentry & Joinery Plumbing Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3 Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3

Our Carpentry & Joinery study programmes During our plumbing study programmes are designed to give you the hand skills you will be introduced to some of the basics and knowledge required to follow a career and will start to learn how to think and work in this area of construction. You’ll spend like a plumber - including how to bend, joint approximately half of your time in our and test pipework, how to solder, etc. When fully-equipped workshop where you will you’ve completed your Level 1 you may be progress from making simple joints and able to gain an apprenticeship or move up to window frames at Level 1, through to fitting the Level 2 course, where you’ll learn about doors, skirting board, architraves, stairs, welding and forming with sheet lead, plastic flooring, simple roofs and studded partitions pipework, refrigeration and air conditioning, at Level 2, and finally moving to complex together with basic electrical operations and joinery (roofing, sash windows etc.) at Level general plumbing maintenance. At Level 3 3. You’ll be introduced to a wide range of the qualification covers many areas within hand and power tools along the way and plumbing and domestic heating which will will be guided by a team of fully qualified, prepare you for a career in plumbing. professional carpenters and joiners. You will learn about: Assessment: • Introduction to construction work You will be assessed by multiple choice • Personal work skills exams and practical assessments. • Plumbing operations • Handling and storing of materials and Entry Requirements components Level 1 - Two GCSE passes at Grade • Central heating systems D - E should include maths and English. • Domestic water systems Alternatively, a Grade C or higher in resistant • Health & safety & Engineering Construction materials/design technology. Assessment: Level 2 - A GCSE Grade D in maths, English You will be assessed by project work, and the successful completion of Level 1 multiple choice tests and practical Carpentry and Joinery or equivalent. assignments. Level 3 - You will need GCSE Grade D Entry Requirements in maths, English and the successful completion of Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Level 1 - Successful completion of the entry or equivalent. level course or equivalent. You will also need to undertake a BPEC aptitude test.

Level 2 - Completion of the Level 1 course, or four GCSEs at Grade C to include maths, English, ICT and Science. You will also need to undertake a BPEC aptitude test.

Level 3 - Completion of the Level 2 course, at least 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, or the equivalent qualifications.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 65 Fitted Interiors Construction & the Level 1 & Level 2 Built Environment These study programmes are aimed at Level 3 Diploma and Extended those who would like to learn and develop Diploma the skills & knowledge required to install kitchens and cloakrooms. You’ll be in Our Professional Building Studies study College for 3 days per week and will spend programmes are full-time, two year around 60% of that time in our workshops, courses offering suitable pathways to where you will gain the skills you’ll need in Higher Education. Construction & The Built woodwork & basic plumbing as you install Environment focuses on land surveying fitted furniture (kitchen units), learn basic using the latest professional equipment, tiling and flooring techniques and ‘plumb-in’ such as 2D & 3D technical drawing; sinks and toilets. On successful completion computer aided design and modelling (with you may wish to progress to the Level 3 industry-standard software) and more. Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery to extend your skills or look for suitable employment. You will learn about: • Health & safety in the construction You will learn about: industry • Site carpentry skills • Sustainable construction • Bench joinery skills • Mathematics in the construction • Cabinet making skills industry • Pipework skills • Science and materials • Tiling skills • Construction technology and design • Building technology in construction Assessment: You will be assessed by practical Assessment: performance observations. You will be continually assessed through coursework and assignments. Entry Requirements Level 1 - You will need a minimum of GCSE Entry Requirements Grades D in maths and English. A Level 2 qualification in a similar subject area, four GCSEs at Grades A* - C or Level 2 - You will need a minimum of equivalent qualifications. GCSE Grades D in maths and English and successful completion of Level 1. 90% OF STUDENTS PROGRESS TO UNIVERSITY AFTER THIS STUDY PROGRAMME

66 WHERE I WANT TO BE NEW Construction and the Technical COURSE FOR 2015 Built Environment Baccalaureate in (Building Services Engineering) Construction & the Built Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma Environment Level 3 Extended Diploma Our Professional Building Studies study programmes including Building Services This qualification is equivalent to 4.5 A Engineering are full-time, two year courses Levels. In addition to the BTEC Extended offering suitable pathways to Higher Diploma in Construction & the Built Education. Building Services Engineering Environment, Technical Baccalaureate focuses on the electrical heating & students will also study AS Applied level plumbing including design of all services maths and be asked to complete an in construction projects. You will also visit extended project. local construction sites and sustainable technology exhibitions. Learners will study 18 units over 2 years, including: You will learn about: • Health, safety and welfare in sustainable • Estimating and tendering construction • Ventilation and air conditioning • Mathematics in construction and the • Low temperature hot water heating Built environment • Plumbing technology • Science and materials in construction • Health, safety and welfare in and the built environment construction • Construction technology and design in • Sustainable construction construction and the built environment • Mathematics

• Building technology in construction & Engineering Construction • Science and materials in construction • Construction and the built environment

Assessment: There will be many visits to construction You will be assessed by coursework, sites and you may have the chance to gain assignments and practical observations. valuable work experience. Once students have completed this course many progress Entry Requirements to University Centre at Blackburn College. A Level 2 qualification in a similar subject Typical career routes are architecture, area, or four GCSEs at Grades A* - C or building management, building surveying, equivalent qualifications. site surveying and estate management.

Assessment: 100% AS Applied Maths is examined. 100% OF STUDENTS ACHIEVED ON THIS STUDY coursework assessed. PROGRAMME WITH Entry Requirements 60% A minimum of 5 GCSE’s A*- C including ACHIEVING HIGH GRADES maths and English. Maths must be A*- A. (equivalent to 3 As at A-Level)

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Level 3 Diploma and Extended These study programmes are aimed at Diploma learners that have a keen interest in electrical installation and for those who want to This two year full time study programme gain the knowledge and abilities that will has been developed to give learners the enable them to progress onto an electrical opportunity to enter employment in the Apprenticeship programme or if you want to environmental/sustainability sector or learn the basics of electrical principles and progress on to Higher Education. It covers practice to help start off your career. a wide range of industry related subject specific units such as: You will learn about: • Principles of electrical science • Sustainable development • Electrical installations technology • Water and waste management • Installation of electrical systems and • Natural resources enclosures • Pollution control and management • How to communicate with others in • Sustainable development building services • Coastal management • Health and safety in electric installation. • Transport and urban planning. Assessment: Assessment: You will be assessed by online exams and Students will be assessed through practical assessments. coursework and assignments. Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Level 1 - You will need a GCSE grade D in At least a Level 2 qualification, or 4 GCSEs at maths and English grade A* - C. Equivalent qualifications and relevant professional or industrial experience Level 2 - 4 GCSEs at grade D or above. One will be considered. of which needs to be maths.

68 WHERE I WANT TO BE NEW NEW Electrical COURSE Engineering COURSE Installation FOR 2015 Level 1 FOR 2015 Level 3 This diploma in Engineering is a practical, work related qualification suitable for a wide This Level 3 certificate will suit you if range of students. It provides a practical, you have a good understanding of basic real-world approach to learning alongside a electrotechnical principles and want to key theoretical background. develop your skills. It is a practical, work related qualification suitable for those All students study the mandatory unit plus who have already completed the Level the following units:- 2 qualification or with some relevant • Working safely in engineering experience and knowledge of the industry. • Developing skills in making engineering Components using hand tools All students will study the following units:- • Developing skills in using a bench/ • Health, safety and welfare in building pedestal drilling machine services engineering. • Developing skills in planning and making • Understanding the principles and a machined product requirements of environmental • Developing skills in wiring electrical technology systems. circuits and components • Electrical science principles. • Starting work in engineering • Electrical installation. • Applying for a job • Fault diagnosis and rectification. • Interview skills • Inspection testing and commissioning of • Positive attitudes and behaviours electrical systems. at work. • Electrical systems design Once you have completed your Level 1

Once you have successfully completed your Diploma, you will be able to apply to a range & Engineering Construction Level 3 diploma, you will be at an Improver/ of courses at Blackburn College including Electrician’s Mate level, and you will be able the Level 2 Diploma in Engineering or an to apply to a range of higher level courses or apprenticeship. into full time employment. Assessment: Assessment: You will be assessed by online exams and Candidates will be assessed by on- submission of a portfolio. demand multiple choice tests and practical assignments. Entry Requirements No prior knowledge, understanding, skills Entry Requirements or qualifications are required to register Students should have a minimum of for this qualification. All students will 4 GCSEs at Grades A*- C. Equivalent need to demonstrate an active interest in qualifications will be considered. A Level 2 Engineering. in Electrical is essential including maths and English at Grade C or above.

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Have you noticed how home entertainment Level 2 & Level 3 Diploma systems are changing? Ever thought about how you would go about installing a solar These new study programmes are for panel, installing domestic electrical circuits students interested in Engineering. At Level or repairing a wind turbine system? 2 it covers a wide range of topics including: • Engineering maths Our learners train on the most up-to- • Science date equipment and cover a full range • Practical work in fitting & machining of practical activities around electrical • Health & safety fault-finding, electronic circuit design, • Communication in engineering construction and more. When you have • Computer aided design successfully completed the Level 2 you can seek employment in the industry or to a At Level 3 you will additionally cover: Level 3 Extended Diploma. • Further maths • Mechanical principles You will learn about: • Electrical principles • Health & safety within electrical • Business installation • Communication in engineering • Electrical principles • Computer aided manufacturing. • Engineering design • Selecting and using programmable Assessment: controllers You will be assessed by a series of • Measurement and testing assignments, exams and practical • You will design, build and test electrical assessments. circuits and look at the emerging environmental technologies including Entry Requirements : wind, solar power and solar thermal. Level 2 - At least 4 GCSEs grade D or above. Assessment: A grade C in maths is desirable but not essential. You will be assessed by written assignments, practical observations and at Level 3 Extended Diploma - At least 4 Level 2 online exams. GCSEs grade C or above. A grade C in maths is essential. Entry Requirements Level 2 - You will need at least 2 GCSEs at Grade D including maths.

Level 3 Extended Diploma - You will need a Level 2 qualification in a similar subject area, or four GCSEs at Grades A* - C or 100% equivalent qualifications. OF STUDENTS ACHIEVED ON THIS STUDY PROGRAMME 70 WHERE I WANT TO BE Technical NEW Telecommunication NEW COURSE COURSE Baccalaureate in FOR 2015 Systems FOR 2015 Engineering Level 3 Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma This is a new study programme starting in September 2016 for those This is an enhanced alternative to the more learners who are interested in a career traditional A-level route, ensuring you have in the Telecommunications Industry. the technical ability employers want, and Telecommunications is an expanding and giving industry the skilled workforce it needs. growth area, and digital technologies are the forefront of modern communication. You will learn about: By completing this qualification learners will have a very broad knowledge of the Equivalent to 4.5 A Levels the qualification technical and design principles of complex is an addition to the usual BTEC Extended telecommunication systems. Diploma in Engineering, Technical Baccalaureate students will also study You will learn about: AS Applied level maths and be asked to complete an extended project which will A wide range of units to develop develop and test students’ skills in extended shifts in electrical, digital and radio writing, communication, research, self- telecommunications systems. discipline and self-motivation. • Communication systems & digital networks Learners will study 18 units over 2 years: • Programming principles • Finishing operations • Radio systems • Computer aided design • Fundamentals of electronic • Engineering design communication.

• Business operations & Engineering Construction • Computer aided manufacture. Once you have completed this study programme you may be able to Once you have completed your Level 3 progress into an apprenticeship with the Extended Diploma, you will be able to telecommunication field or employment as apply to a range of Universities to study a a technician/senior technician. This will also degree level course such as Mechanical allow progression to Higher Education. Engineering and Electronic Engineering. A triple distinction in your Extended Diploma Assessment: gives the same UCAS Tariff points as 3 grade You will be assessed via online assignment, As at A-Level. online multiple choice tests, practical assignment & short answer question papers. Assessment: AS Applied Maths is examined and you will Entry Requirements : be assessed by 100% coursework on the A minimum of 4 GCSE’s C or above core units and the extended project. including maths and English.

Entry Requirements A minimum of 5 GCSE’s A*- C including maths and English. Maths must be A*- A.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 71 Apprenticeships in Brickwork Construction & Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Engineering Advanced If you want a career in the Brickwork trade then this Apprenticeship is for you. The Trowel Occupations Apprenticeship offers a combination of qualifications that will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to work as a Bricklayer in the Construction industry. You will be working in a construction environment where your duties could encompass many areas of brickwork such as place and finish, none specialist concrete, set out and erect masonry structures and efficient work practices.

What will I study? • Erecting masonry structures • Providing details of masonry structures • Setting out masonry structures • Saw materials and equipment JOSH LAMB • Brick and block-work walling Studying: Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship • Construction walling details Employed by G Bleasdale Ltd • Setting out basic buildings Josh started his Apprenticeship at another • Adhering to health and safety college but realised that Blackburn College regulations. could provide him with better employment opportunities and instilled the faith in his own You will study maths and English. abilities to be an excellent Joiner. £ FUTURE EARNINGS Since starting his placement with G Bleasdale, Bricklaying Labourer: Earn up to £15,000 he enjoys the travelling aspect of his Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship which sees him Qualified Bricklayer: Earn up to £23,000 working up and down the country on a variety Experienced Bricklayer: Earn up to £30,000 of construction jobs. Josh aims to follow in the Essential: Maths & English GCSE footsteps of his employer and become a highly skilled tradesman.

Number 1 in England 72 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Carpentry and Joinery Fitted Interiors Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Level 2 Intermediate Advanced This Apprenticeship includes learning about Practical carpentry and joinery skills are in the installation of kitchens, bathrooms high demand. If you want a career in the and bedrooms; this is usually onsite at joinery trade then this Apprenticeship is for the customer’s commercial or domestic you. The Wood Occupations Apprenticeship premises. An Apprenticeship in Fitted offers a combination of qualifications Interiors will develop your employability that will equip you with the skills and skills and give you valuable experience of knowledge you need to work as a Joiner in a variety of routine activities. You could be the Construction industry. Carpenters and working in a construction environment Joiners prepare and put into place most where your duties could encompass many timber parts of buildings - from floorboards areas of kitchen & bathroom fitting such as and roof trusses to expertly-crafted windows installing fitted furniture in the workplace and doors. and conforming to all aspects of health and safety law. Your exact duties will depend upon your employer. What will I study? • Set up and use circular saw What will I study? • Produce setting out details for routine • Installing fitted furniture in the products workplace e.g. cupboards • Mark out for setting out details for • Installing basic plumbing e.g. waste routine products pipes • Install first fixing components • Working safely and following company • Install second fixing components procedures • Erect structural carcassing components • Interpret drawings and determine the • Maintain non-structural work. quality/quantity of tools and materials • Safely moving and handling resources in You will study maths and English. the workplace. & Engineering in Construction Apprenticeships

£ FUTURE EARNINGS You will study maths and English. Qualified Joiners: Earn up to £25,000 £ With experience you can earn up to FUTURE EARNINGS £30,000 Starting salary: Earn up to £16,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Qualified Fitters: Earn up to £25,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE for Apprentice Success*

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Plumbing Gas Utilisation Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Level 3 Advanced Advanced The Gas industry Framework has direct entry The Plumbing Apprenticeship offers a on to a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship. qualification that will equip you with the This Apprenticeship offers a combination skills and knowledge you need when of qualifications which will equip you with working in a job role which focuses on the skills and knowledge you need when plumbing. You will be working in a variety working in a job within the gas industry. of environments where your duties could encompass many areas of plumbing. You What will I study? need to be familiar with everything from • Core domestic gas safety domestic boilers to advanced welding techniques to computerised control • Tightness testing and purging systems and from installing sanitation • Health and safety systems and servicing boilers to laying • Core installation and maintenance of underground drainage pipes, plumbers work domestic appliances for the construction industry as well as for • ICT (Information, Communication & commercial and domestic clients. Technology).

What will I study? You will study maths and English. • Install non-complex plumbing systems & components £ FUTURE EARNINGS • Maintain a safe working environment when undertaking plumbing work Qualified Technicians activities can earn up to £30,000 • Maintain non-complex plumbing Essential: Maths & English GCSE systems & components • Domestic hot water, cold water, central heating & sanitation systems • ICT (Information, Communication & Technology).

You will study maths and English.

£ FUTURE EARNINGS DON’T FORGET Starting salary: Earn up to £22,000 you can access the Experienced Plumbers: Blackburn College 24/7 Earn up to £35,000 Bus Pass for just Essential: Maths & English GCSE £30 PER TERM *See website for full terms & conditions Number 1 in England 74 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Electrical Installation Mechanical Engineering Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Level 2 Intermediate Advanced The Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship The Electrical Installation Advanced offers a combination of qualifications that Apprenticeship covers the installation, will equip you with the skills and knowledge inspection and testing of electrical systems you need to work as an Engineer. You will inside new and existing buildings and be working in a manufacturing environment external environments. where your duties could encompass many areas of Engineering such as using computer aided drawing techniques, electronic circuit What will I study? construction, and selecting and using • Wiring systems and electrotechnical secondary machining techniques to remove equipment material. • Termination and connection of conductors cables and cords in What will I study? electrical systems • Manufacturing Operations • Inspection testing, commissioning and certification of electrotechnical systems • Engineering marking out Applied and equipment Electrical & Mechanical Science for Engineering • Diagnosing and correcting electrical faults • Electronic Devices & Communication Applications • 2382 - IET Wiring Regulations • Using Computer Aided Drawing • 2394 - Initial and Fundamental Techniques Inspection and Testing • ICT (Information, Communication & • Secondary Machining Techniques to Technology). Remove Material • Electronic Circuit Construction You will study maths and English. • ICT (Information, Communication & Technology). Apprenticeships in Construction & Engineering in Construction Apprenticeships £ FUTURE EARNINGS You will study maths and English. Starting salary: Earn up to £22,000 Experienced Electricians: £ Earn up to £30,000 FUTURE EARNINGS Starting salary: Earn up to £26,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Experienced Engineers: Earn up to £50,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE for Apprentice Success*

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Performing Telecoms and Control Manufacturing Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced Operations Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 This Apprenticeship programme is designed for new entrants to a role in the IT Telecoms Advanced sector and to provide progression and re- skilling routes for existing IT Professionals. The Performing Manufacture Operations The framework includes a balance of content Apprenticeship focuses on training to in technical, business and interpersonal operate effectively in a manufacturing areas, designed to ensure Apprentices have environment. Typical job roles include an appropriate set of skills to operate in assembly operations of electrical and today’s IT Telecoms job roles. Apprentices electronic products, vehicles, aerospace, can work in areas such as Technical Support, marine, metal goods and production of Telecommunications, IT Project Management moulded products. Other roles include and IT Helpdesk. receiving and checking raw materials and sub-assemblies, inspection, test and quality control. What will I study? • VOIP Installation/Testing/Repair What will I study? • Copper and Fibre Cabling/Testing • Working Effectively and Efficiently in • Radio Communications Engineering • Networking Hardware Installations • Using and Communicating Technical • ICT (Information, Communication & Information Technology). • Producing Components using Hand Fitting Techniques You will study maths and English. • Preparing and Using Lathes for Turning Operations and Milling Machines. £ FUTURE EARNINGS

You will study maths and English. Starting salary: £18,000 With experience & qualifications you can £ FUTURE EARNINGS earn up to £25,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Starting salary: Earn up to £25,000 Experienced Engineers: Earn up to £35,000 Chartered Engineers: £40,000 +

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Number 1 in England 76 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Warehousing Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced

The Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship oers a combination of qualiﬁcations, that will equip you with skills and knowledge you need to work in the Logistics industry. As a Warehousing and Storage Apprentice, you will learn skills in operating specialist machinery to get things onto and down from high storage spaces; learn about storing goods and improve your spatial awareness so that you can quickly and eciently load objects of dierent shapes and sizes.

What will I study? • Develop eective working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations • Operate equipment to perform work requirements • Move goods in logistics facilities • Receive goods from deliveries • Place goods in storage.

You will study maths and English. £ FUTURE EARNINGS Apprenticeships in Construction & Engineering in Construction Apprenticeships Starting salary: £12,500 Experienced operatives can earn up to£18,000 A warehouse team leader can earn over£20,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Engineering Apprentices are taught in our state-of-the-art £7m Sir Bill Taylor Futures Centre, which specialises in STEM related subjects. for Apprentice Success*

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Creative Arts

Rebecca Lavelle-Bowden, from St Michaels High School, studied a Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma in Fashion & Textiles and is now going to Ravensbourne University to study BA (Hons) Fashion. Her work experience at River Island, Net-a-Porter and Next have given her great preparation for her dream career as a Creative Director of a Fashion House.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses FdA Graphic Design with BA (Hons) When you pass your Level 3 FdA Contemporary Fashion with BA (Hons) Top Up qualiﬁcation the University FdA Contemporary Design for Interiors with BA (Hons) Top Up Centre at Blackburn FdA Contemporary Textiles with BA (Hons) Top Up College (UCBC) will give FdA Photographic Media with BA (Hons) Top Up BA (Hons) Graphic Communication you a GUARANTEED PLACE All approved by to study for your degree. BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation BA (Hons) Fine Art (Integrated Media)

78 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... All of our Level 3 courses are As part of your study programme approved by UAL, The University of you will take part in... the Arts London 1 Creative Arts Qualiﬁcation 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills TAKE PART IN AN ANNUAL EXHIBITION TO SHOWCASE 4 Work Experience YOUR WORK TO THE PUBLIC 5 Enrichment Activities Study in the £18.3 million Beacon Centre with modern workshops & exhibition space FASHION

DESIGNER Arts Creative Opportunity to progress onto an Advanced Apprenticeship. With experience We work with: you can earn over £40,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Other Routes Career Routes FdA Graphic Design with BA (Hons) Students go on to study Our students have Explore our FdA Contemporary Fashion with BA (Hons) Top Up at a wide range of leading successful careers as: NEW CAREERS APP FdA Contemporary Design for Interiors with BA (Hons) Top Up universities including: Designer for FdA Contemporary Textiles with BA (Hons) Top Up Central Saint Martins Wayne Hemmingway FdA Photographic Media with BA (Hons) Top Up Chelsea School of Art Advertising Art Director Fine Artist BA (Hons) Graphic Communication London College of Fashion Film Maker Exhibition Designer BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation Lancaster University Fashion Photographer Ceramic Artist BA (Hons) Fine Art (Integrated Media) Goldsmiths University Jewellery Designer Fashion Designer

79 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Art and Design Assessment: You will be assessed by regular coursework Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3 Diploma and throughout your studies and a final major UAL Extended Diploma project at the end of the course.

Level 1 Entry requirements: Our Art & Design study programmes are You will need four GCSEs with at least two at some of the best in the country. The Level C or D Grades, or a Level 1 in Art and Design. 1 is a great introductory course for learners who might lack the experience, confidence Level 3 Diploma and Extended or qualifications to gain a place on the Level Diploma 2 programme, and will help you gain skills across a range of art and design subjects, as This study programme will give you a taste well as your communication, computer and of Art & Design, photography, 3D work, numeracy skills. graphic design & textiles, before making a choice about what you would prefer to Assessment: specialise in. The course is awarded by the highly regarded UAL (University of Arts You will be assessed by regular coursework London Awarding Body). throughout your studies and a final major project at the end of the course. You will learn: Entry requirements: • Tackling challenging and specific creative assignments This course is aimed at learners who do • Core drawing skills not have GCSE qualifications at Grade C or • Solving 2D problems above. You must provide samples of artwork • Solving 3D problems which demonstrate a keen interest and • Textiles ability in Art and Design. • Photography • Graphic communication

Level 2 Assessment: This one year study programme is a great You will be assessed by regular coursework introduction to Art & Design for those throughout your studies and a final major students to go directly on to one of our project at the end of the course. Level 3 Art and Design study programmes. It will introduce you to all the main areas of Entry requirements: art, design and media creative work, offering Applicants should have a Level 2 at Merit a variety of projects to develop skills and or Distinction or at least four GCSEs A - C confidence. of which one must be maths or English. Applicants should also have a portfolio of You will learn basic skills in: their work available to view at their interview. • Materials, processes and technical skills • 2 dimensional work e.g. drawing, textiles, graphics & photography 60% • 3 dimensional work e.g. ceramics, OF STUDENTS FROM THE ART & DESIGN sculpture & 3D products EXTENDED DIPLOMA • Time based work e.g. animation, video, time lapse photography. ACHIEVED HIGH GRADES (Distinctions or Merits) 80 WHERE I WANT TO BE Photography Level 3 Diploma and UAL Extended Diploma

Our photography study programme will give UAL Progression you the skills you need to turn your passion for creating images into a career. With hard University of the Arts, London work and determination studying one of our Awarding Body (UAL) qualifications are University of Arts London (UAL) Photography recognised and highly regarded across focussed courses, you could end up creating the country. images that could be seen the world over. With the right ambition you could be a Blackburn College is one of only 10 photojournalist, a fashion or advertising Colleges in the country to have a UAL photographer, a fine art photographer progression agreement, which means shooting landscapes, cityscapes or portraits, that our students will be guaranteed even working as a forensic photographer. an interview with a UAL institution and will be o±ered advice and guidance in You will learn about studio and location preparation for leaving college. photography such as: Popular universities include: • Landscape • Fashion Central St Martins • Commercial London College of Fashion • Fine art Chelsea School of Art • Dark room and digital imaging Scottish Film Academy at Edinburgh • Lighting techniques Napier University Arts Creative The Slade Assessment: Goldsmiths You will be assessed by regular coursework Ruskin School of Art at University throughout your studies and a final major of Oxford project at the end of the course. Ravensbourne Entry Requirements Falmouth College of Art Applicants should have a Level 2 at Merit or Distinction or at least four GCSEs A - C of which one must be maths or English. Applicants should also have a portfolio of their work available to view at their interview. 52% OF STUDENTS STUDYING PHOTOGRAPHY ACHIEVED A TRIPLE DISTINCTION (equivalent to 3 As at A-Level)

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 81 NEW Textiles, Fashion COURSE Graphic Design FOR 2015 & Design Level 3 Diploma and UAL Extended Level 3 Diploma and UAL Extended Diploma Diploma If you want to learn how to work with typography, image and motion and want This study programme aims to provide a firm a career as an illustrator, print designer foundation in core textile, fashion & interior (working on magazines, advertising, design practice and to encourage personal brochures or packaging) or perhaps development and expression. designing exhibition stands, logos and corporate identity, television graphics, Learners are given a range of projects that producing animation or web-sites, our UAL challenge them to explore different areas awarded graphic design study programme of textiles, fashion & interiors practice in will prepare you for working in this exciting year one including core drawing skills and and vibrant industry. visual studies (including fashion illustration or 3D realisation), surface pattern design, You will learn about: spatial design, print, construction (garment or model making), weave and embroidery, • Graphic communication practice supported by contextual studies throughout. • Typography In year two students will specialise more • Illustration in their chosen subject area, developing • Design for print the skills from year one to produce several • Design for screen (web and interface projects which concludes with a final major design) project & exhibition. • Packaging In addition to this you will develop Assessment: employability skills to prepare you for future In this qualification learners engage employment or study at a higher level. with study through a range of creative assignments, all of which help build Assessment: confidence, knowledge and skills in You will be assessed by regular coursework preparation for their final Project Proposal throughout your studies and a final major and Realisation at the end of year 2 in which project at the end of the study programme. each learner specialises. Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Applicants should have a Level 2 at Merit Applicants should have a Level 2 Merit or or Distinction or at least four GCSEs A - C Distinction Grade portfolio, or at least four of which one must be maths or English. GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including English Applicants should also have a portfolio of Language). Equivalent qualifications will be their work available to view at their interview. considered. 88% OF STUDENTS IN GRAPHIC DESIGN ACHIEVED HIGH GRADES (Dinstictions and Merits)

82 WHERE I WANT TO BE NEW Games Design COURSE Foundation Diploma in FOR 2015 Level 3 Diploma and Art & Design UAL Extended Diploma Level 3/4 UAL Foundation Diploma

This course will introduce you to the Our Foundation Diploma study programme fundamental areas of games design. You will will prepare you for degree courses across develop skills in how to devise a game and a whole range of disciplines and future how it plays the focus on this course is being careers. a designer for the rapidly expanding games industry. We have seven pathways on our course:

You will learn: 1. Painting and drawing • Character development 2. Media • Illustration 3. Photography • 3D modelling 4. Textiles and fashion • Animation 5. Visual communication • Sound design 6. Printmaking • Story flow 7. 3D with sculpture • Structure and rules of play This course is aimed at students who have You will be introduced to a range of completed a Level 3 study programme hardware platforms and develop an and wish to broaden their portfolio and awareness of basic programming. experience but also to adults who would like to re-enter education and even In addition to this you will develop employment. Arts Creative employability skills to prepare you for future employment or study at a higher level. Assessment: You will be assessed by regular coursework Assessment: throughout your studies and a final major project at the end of the study programme. You will be assessed by regular coursework throughout your studies and a final major Entry Requirements: project at the end of the study programme. Applicants should have a portfolio of their Entry Requirements work to be reviewed at interview, at least a Level 3 with Merit or Distinction Grade Applicants should have a Level 2 at Merit or four GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including or Distinction or at least four GCSEs A - C either maths or English). Equivalent of which one must be maths or English. All qualifications will be considered. See students will need to demonstrate an active website for Adult and International entry interest in art, design and gaming. requirements.

HIGHEST DISTINCTION PASS RATE IN THE COUNTRY GUARANTEED INTERVIEW AT UAL UNIVERSITIES

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 83 Apprenticeships in Furniture and Creative Arts Furnishings Level 2 Intermediate

Furniture, furnishings and ﬁtted Interiors Apprenticeships provides learners with knowledge and skills needed to undertake key technical and practical roles in the furniture, furnishing and ﬁtted Interiors industry. Areas include modern and traditional upholstery, cutting, sewing and soft furnishings.

What will I study? • Measuring, cutting and sewing fabrics • Use of hand and power tools • Using machinery • Adding padding and soft covers to furniture • Covering and recovering items.

RACHEL BRIDGES You will study maths and English. Studying: Textiles and Apparel Apprenticeship Employed by The Senator Group £ FUTURE EARNINGS Rachel was one of our outstanding Starting salary: £12,000 Apprenticeship students of 2015, being awarded Experienced Upholsters can earn up to ‘Apprentice of the Year 2015’ for Creative Arts. £18,000 - £25,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE “I chose Blackburn College because of their partnership with companies such as Senator.

“The Apprenticeship has helped me gain a lot of new skills and valuable DON’T FORGET workplace experience.” you can access the Blackburn College 24/7 Bus Pass for just £30 PER TERM *See website for full terms & conditions Number 1 in England 84 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Textiles and Apparel Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced

If you are interested in a career in working and learning skills as a sewing machine operative or cutter, an Apprenticeship in the textiles industry may be for you. You could work in an organisation which produces items of soft furnishings, furniture or any product which needs a sewn ﬁnish. Working in the apparel industry would teach you pattern cutting and sewing skills but dealing solely with garments which can be worn. You could be a dressmaker, pattern cutter or sewing machinist working in a variety of organisations such as bridal shops, garment manufacturers or tailors.

What will I study? • Produce textile products • Maintaining quality of production • Carry out sewing processes • Health, safety and security in the textile and apparel working environment • Contribute to the continuous improvement of operations. Arts in Creative Apprenticeships

You will study maths and English.

£ FUTURE EARNINGS Starting salary: Earn up to £28,000 Experienced Managers: Earn up to £50,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Patrick Grant from BBC’s Great British Sewing Bee visiting the Textile department at Blackburn College for Apprentice Success*

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

Lydia Sage, originally from Westholme School, has completed her Hair & Media Make-up study programme and is now going on to Aqua Rosa Make-up Academy at Media City in Salford, hoping to become a freelance TV and ﬁlm make-up artist.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses FdSc Complementary Therapies with When you pass your Level 3 BSc (Hons) Top Up (approved by University of qualiﬁcation the University Cumbria) Centre at Blackburn FdA Retail Management with BA (Hons) Top Up College (UCBC) will give FdA Business with BA (Hons) Top Up you a GUARANTEED PLACE to study for your degree. All approved by

86 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN Your study COLLEGE? programme... As part of your study programme WINNERS you will take part in... of the AHT (Association of 1 Hairdressing & Beauty Hairdressers and Therapists) Therapy Qualiﬁcation Regional Competition 2015 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills TRAIN IN MODERN COMMERCIAL SALONS, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 4 Work Experience 5 Enrichment Activities 1 in 3 Hairdressing students progress on to University HAIRDRESSER

Opportunity to progress onto an Top professional Advanced Apprenticeship. hairdressers We work with: & Beauty Therapy Hairdressing can earn £30,000 +

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Other Routes Career Routes

Some of our students have Our students have Explore our gone on to: successful careers as: NEW CAREERS APP Work on cruise ships travelling the world Hairdresser Become reps for Wella and Celebrity Make-Up Artist Barber other leading suppliers Creative Stylist Salon Manager Teacher Training at University Spa/Holistic Therapist Nail Technician Centre at Blackburn College

87 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk NEW Hair & Beauty COURSE Hairdressing Entry Level FOR 2015 Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3

This 1 year full time course will give you Level 1 an opportunity to sample a range of hairdressing and beauty therapy services, This 1 year full time study programme whilst gaining a qualification in employability will give you an introduction to the skills skills to give you the life skills required to required in the hairdressing industry. enhance your opportunity to progression You will learn about: to a Level 1 qualification in either the hairdressing or beauty therapy industry. • Shampooing and conditioning hair • Blow drying You will learn about: • Reception duties • Beauty therapy techniques • Plaiting and twisting hair • How to apply for a job • Creating effective working relationships • Hairdressing skills • Preparing and maintaining salon work • How to work safely and as part of a team areas • How to present yourself on a • Health & safety professional manner • Manicure and nail art techniques • The importance of good conduct in a Level 2 & Level 3 salon environment Our hairdressing courses will provide you • How to plan for progression within the with the necessary skills to prepare you for Industry work in the industry.

Assessment: You will learn about: You will need to carry out practical • Advising & consulting clients assessments on models in a realistic working • Shampooing & conditioning environment. • Styling and finishing hair Entry Requirements: • Hair colouring techniques There are no entry requirements needed. • Set and dress hair • Techniques for cutting hair

At Level 3 these skills are more specialist to meet industry requirements and you will work on building your creative skills in cutting, colouring and dressing of long hair. You could also gain Level 4 knowledge in colour correction, giving you confidence in all areas of hairdressing.

88 WHERE I WANT TO BE Assessment: Barbering You will need to carry out theory assessments and practical assessments on Level 2 & Level 3 models in a realistic working environment. These study programmes are for anyone Entry Requirements: who is looking to gain traditional and Level 1 - You will be required to attend an modern barbering techniques to help interview and provide evidence of good you gain employment in the barbering or attendance, punctuality and a commitment hairdressing industry. to achieve. You will learn about: Level 2 - You will need three GCSEs at grade • Client consultation D or above. • Cutting men’s hair & facial hair • Styling men’s hair Level 3 - You will need to have successfully • Hair colouring techniques completed a Level 2 qualification in • Scalp massage hairdressing and/or barbering or have relevant industry experience. On completion of the Level 2 course you could progress onto Level 3 where you will achieve a higher standard and more OUR LEVEL 3 HAIRDRESSING STUDENTS creative skill set, enhancing the range of your practical ability with areas such as ACHIEVED shaving, face massage and the cutting of 100% SUCCESS hair patterns. Assessment: You will need to carry out theory assessments and practical assessments on models in a realistic working environment Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy Hairdressing with industrial timings.

Entry Requirements: Level 2 - You will need a suitable reference from your tutor, evidence of good attendance and punctuality and a commitment to succeed.

Level 3 - You will need a Level 2 Barbering or Hairdressing qualification, or equivalent. 1 in 3 BARBERING STUDENTS ARE PROGRESSING ON TO UNIVERSITY

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Our Level 1 programme you will learn These programmes prepare you with the about: skills to become a Professional Make-up • Skin care Artist. • Basic make-up application • Basic manicure treatments At Level 2 you will cover the following: • Basic pedicure treatments • Application of make-up • Nail art • Body art design • Eective team work • Art of fashion and photographic make- • Health & safety up • Eyelash and brow treatments At Level 2 you will learn about: • Art of dressing and colouring hair • Skin care & facial techniques • Skin tanning techniques • Eyelash and brow treatments • Waxing techniques You can advance your skills by progressing • Manicure & pedicure services onto the Level 3 course where you will • Make-up techniques study: • Health & safety • Airbrushing • Fashion & photographic make-up Once you have completed level 2 you can • Face & body art move on to level 3. You will learn a range of • Camouﬂage make-up massage techniques, electrical treatments, • Media make-up hot stones, tanning and microdermabrasion. • Creative hairdressing Assessment: Assessment: You will undertake a range of theory and You will undertake a range of theory and practical assessments. practical assessments. Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: Level 1 - You will be required to attend an Level 2 - You will need 3 GCSEs Grade C or interview and provide evidence of good equivalent. attendance, punctuality and a commitment to achieve. Level 3 - You will need a Level 2 in Media Make up or a related course. Applicants Level 2 - You will need 3 GCSEs at Grade with relevant skills or qualiﬁcations may be C or above. You should have a good considered at course leader’s discretion. record of attendance, punctuality, good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Level 3 - A Level 2 in Beauty Therapy or other relevant industrial experience.

90 WHERE I WANT TO BE Nail Technology Spa & Holistic Practice Level 3 Level 3

This course is for anyone who wishes to This one year course will give you the skills work in the nail industry. During the Level and knowledge you need to provide a 2 Beauty Therapy course you will learn holistic approach to clients. skills in manicure, pedicure and natural nail enhancement which will provide the You will learn about: required foundation for this course. • Body massage treatments • Stone therapy treatments You will learn about: • Operating the sauna, steam and • Acrylic and gel techniques including hydrotherapy equipment colours • Body wrapping and floatation • Acrylics 3D nail art techniques • Nail art techniques • Indian head massage • How to remove nails correctly • Preparing and finishing nails using Assessment: electric files You will undertake a range of theory and practical assessments. Assessment: You will undertake a range of theory and Entry Requirements: practical assessments. You will need a Level 2 qualification in Beauty Therapy or other relevant industry Entry Requirements: experience. You will need a Level 2 qualification in Beauty Therapy or Nail Services, plus basic artificial nail experience, or other relevant industrial experience. Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy Hairdressing

Association of Hairdressers and Therapists Awards at Winter Gardens in Blackpool.

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 91 Apprenticeships in Beauty Therapy Hairdressing & Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Beauty Therapy Advanced Fancy working in an industry where every day is different? Dream of travelling the world or working in the media? Want to Barbering work with people one-to-one to enhance Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 their appearance and well-being? Then Advanced a Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship is the pathway for you. To undertake an Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy, you Do you want to work in an exciting and need to be an excellent communicator stimulating industry? Do you have artistic and be able to deal with people from every skill and flair? If you answered yes to age group, social background, ethnic any of these questions, then a barbering background, occupation and gender. You apprenticeship is the pathway for you. should be diplomatic, sympathetic and Your personality should be vibrant, strong have the ability to listen. and interesting. Barbering is an amazing industry that will be here forever and the apprenticeship will give you skills that will What will I study? never go away. • Provide body massage treatments and Indian head massage What will I study? • Carry out massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils • Provide client consultation services • Provide stone therapy treatments • Provide shaving services • Contribute to the planning and • Design and create a range of facial hair implementation of promotional shapes activities. • Creatively cut hair using a combination of barbering techniques You will study maths and English. • Contribute to the planning and implementation of promotional £ FUTURE EARNINGS activities. Beauty Therapist: Earn up to £17,000 You will study maths and English. Salon Manager: £20,000 (dependant on company & location)

£ FUTURE EARNINGS Essential: Maths & English GCSE Fully-trained Barbers: Earn up to £20,000 Top professional Barbers: £30,000+ (dependant on company & location) Essential: Maths & English GCSE Number 1 in England 92 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Hairdressing Nail Services Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Level 3 Advanced Advanced This apprenticeship covers a variety of Do you want to be the next Nicky Clarke and techniques, from hot oil treatments to use your creative flair on a day to day basis? airbrushing. They can also spot, and in some Then a Hairdressing Apprenticeship is right cases treat, certain nail and skin diseases. for you. Your personality should be vibrant, As a nail services apprentice, you will work sparkling and strong and have excellent as a junior nail technician and assist senior communication skills, with the ability to nail technicians in performing manicures, deal with people across a wide range of pedicures, natural nail wraps, hand and nail demographics. The Hairdressing industry is treatments, nail extensions and basic nail art an amazing product that will be here forever techniques. and the Apprenticeship will give you skills that will never go away. What will I study? • Enhance and maintain nails using UV gel What will I study? • Enhance and maintain nails using liquid • Creatively style and dress hair and powder • Creatively cut hair using a combination • Contribute to the financial effectiveness of techniques of your business • Creatively colour and lighten hair • Develop a range of creative nail images • Provide client consultation services • Monitor procedures to safely control • Hair colour correction services work operations. • Contribute to the planning and You will study maths and English. implementation of promotional activities. £ FUTURE EARNINGS You will study maths and English. Starting salary: Earn up to £16,000 Experienced Nail Technicians: £ & Beauty Therapy in Hairdressing Apprenticeships FUTURE EARNINGS Earn up to £25,000 Fully-trained Hairdressers: Earn up to £20,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Top professional Hairdressers: £30,000+ (dependant on company & location)

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

for Apprentice Success*

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Health & Social Care

Layla Bridges, from St Christopher’s C of E High School, has completed her Health and Social Care (Cadet Programme) course and has now gone on to study Children’s Nursing at University so that she can become a Children’s Health Visitor. Layla also won the Cadet of the Year Award for Lancashire and Cumbria at the North West Regional Cadet Awards!

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses

FdA Social Care with BA (Hons) Top Up When you pass your Level 3 FdA Counselling with BA (Hons) Top Up qualiﬁcation the University BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology (Counselling & Health) Centre at Blackburn BA (Hons) Education Studies College (UCBC) will give you a GUARANTEED PLACE HND Health & Social Care (approved by Edexcel) to study for your degree. All approved by

94 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN Your study COLLEGE? programme... As part of your study programme WINNER OF you will take part in... Nurse Cadet of the Year for two Health & Social Care years running for Lancashire 1 & Cumbria! Qualiﬁcation 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills GUARANTEED 4 Work Experience WORK EXPERIENCE ON EVERY 5 Enrichment Activities HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE COURSE

Accredited Dementia Friendly College NURSE

Opportunity to progress onto an Experienced nurses & Social Care Health Advanced Apprenticeship. working as We work with: team managers can Lancashire County Council Care Homes earn over Calderstones NHS Trust Haydock Nursing Home £40,000 The Wish Centre Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Career & University Routes

Our students have progressed onto university & successful Explore our careers as: NEW CAREERS University courses in: Careers: APP Nursing Health & Social Youth Worker Midwifery Care Manager Midwife Paediatric Nursing Substance Abuse Nurse Manager Mental Health Nursing Nursing Home Social Work Social Worker Manager

95 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Occupational Studies in An introduction to Health & Social Care & Health & Social Care & Early Years Children Entry Level Level 1

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who would like a career working with who would like a career working within children or adults in health and social care. Health and Social Care and with children You will gain on the job work experience and and young people. gain a qualification in occupational studies which will develop your employability skills You will gain a level 1 qualification as well as and complement your vocational learning. developing your employability skills.

You will learn about: You will learn about: • Entry Level 3 Certificate in Occupational • Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to Studies for the Workplace Health, Social Care and Children and • Maths and English Young People’s Settings. • Vocational Units • Maths and English • Employability During the programme you will undertake During the programme you will undertake childcare or health and social care work placement in a variety of settings workplace experience. and many exciting enrichment activities. On successful completion of the study On successful completion of the study programme you may be given the programme you may be given the opportunity to progress onto a level 2 opportunity to progress onto a level 1 qualification in Childhood Studies or Health qualification in either childcare or health and and Social Care. social care. Assessment: Assessment: • You will complete assignments for your You will complete a portfolio of evidence qualification and complete assignments. You will also • A portfolio of evidence for employability be assessed completing practical work in • Visited on work placement placement and complete exams in maths and English. Vocational assignments will be completed in the classroom and at home and you will Entry Requirements complete exams in maths and English.

96 WHERE I WANT TO BE Health & Social Care Level 3:

Level 2, Level 3 & Level 3 Extended At level 3 you will learn about: Diploma • Developing effective communication in health & social care settings The Health & Social Care courses at • Equality, diversity & rights Blackburn College will introduce you to • Health, safety & security in care settings working in the Health and Social Care • Complementary therapies sector, providing you with theoretical knowledge and practical experience to gain • Psychological perspectives in health & employment in the industry. social care Assessment Level 2: You will undertake assignments and This course will suit you if you want to practical tasks. You will attend work explore the possibilities of working in Health placement 2 days per week. & Social Care. Entry Requirements: At level 2 you will learn about: To study at Level 3 you will need four or • Communication in health & social care more A* - C grades at GCSE including settings English and a D in maths or a completed • The role of a health & social care worker Level 2 qualification including maths and English. • The duty of care in health & social care settings • Health & safety in health & social care Level 3 Extended Diploma: settings On the level 3 extended diploma, you will learn about all of the areas studied on the & Social Care Health Assessment level 3 programme plus: You will be assessed by written and practical • Development through the life stages assignments, as well as your time on work placements 2 days per week. • Fundamentals of anatomy & physiology • Sociology perspectives Entry Requirements: • Psychological perspectives To study at Level 2 you will need 4 GCSE • Extensive time on placement grades D or above including maths & English. Assessment You will be assessed by coursework, assignments and practical tasks.

56% Entry Requirements: OF OUR LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA You will need a minimum of 5 Cs with a C in STUDENTS maths and English. ACHIEVED TRIPLE DISTINCTIONS (equivalent to 3 As at A-Level)

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The cadet programme is an initiative, operating between Blackburn College and East Lancashire Hospital Trust.

Cadets spend alternate weeks in College and on placement, gaining invaluable experience. Cadet placements include: • Accident & Emergency • Theatre • Maternity Units • Paediatric Wards • Surgical Units

You will learn about all of the mandatory units studied on the level 3 study programmes, additional to carrying out over 800 hours of work placements, which the college will help you arrange.

Assessment: From: Burnley You will undertake coursework assignments School: St. Augustine’s RC and practical tasks. High School

Entry Requirements: Candice is celebrating a triple distinction in her Level 3 Extended Diploma in To be a cadet, you need high academic Health & Social Care (Cadet Programme). grades (5 or more A* - C grades including maths and English) as well as a keen During her two years at college she has commitment to work independently. accrued 800 hours of work placements in Blackburn Hospital and Blackburn & Burnley Birth Centre, as well as securing herself some work experience in 71% breastfeeding support groups. OF HEALTH CADET STUDENTS She has now confirmed her place ACHIEVED HIGH GRADES at the University of Huddersfield (Distinctions or Merits) to study Midwifery Studies and eventually wants to become a 79% midwife. HAVE PROGRESSED TO UNIVERSITY

98 WHERE I WANT TO BE Health & Social Care Health

Our Cadet Students are all studying the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care (Cadet Programme). On this study programme cadet students gain over 800 hours of placement within health and social care settings, such as hospitals and care homes, In order to secure the professional skills and experience needed for this demanding but rewarding career.

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Social Care Health and Social care is about helping people with diverse needs and ages. This type of care takes place anywhere in the community, from Clinical Healthcare people in their own homes to clinics, surgeries, hostels, communal living, hospitals, rest homes Support and nursing homes. You must also be willing to Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 undergo disclosure and barring service checks (this is needed as Apprentices are likely to work Advanced with children, young people or vulnerable adults). This Apprenticeship provides the skills and knowledge required to become competent Candidates can undertake one of three in supporting health professionals to provide optional pathways: clinical healthcare. You will be employed as • Generic clinical healthcare support workers/healthcare • Dementia assistants/emergency care assistants and • Adults with learning difficulties work alongside health professionals providing patient care in a rage of settings. You must also be willing to undergo disclosure and barring What will I study? service checks (this is needed as apprentices • Introduction to communication, are likely to work with children, young people personal development and duty of care or vulnerable adults). in a health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings What will I study? • Principles of safeguarding and • Understanding the processes and protection in health and social care experiences of dementia • The role of the health and social care • Understanding mental health problems worker. • Undertaking physiological measurements. You will study maths and English. You will study maths and English. £ FUTURE EARNINGS £ FUTURE EARNINGS Starting salary: Earn up to £16,000 Clinical Support Worker: With experience & qualifications: Earn up to £18,000 Earn up to £21,000 With experience : Earn up to £20,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Number 1 in England 100 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Healthcare Support Youth Work Services Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced This Apprenticeship offers a combination of qualifications that will equip you with the This Apprenticeship covers those people skills and knowledge you need to work with working in hospitals in a support capacity a variety of young people across the sector. covering a range of areas e.g. domestic, Workers in this area make sure young people administration, corporate and estates. are engaged with activities, kept safe and are Healthcare support workers play a vital role in aware of issues in the society. They also help the smooth running of healthcare services and individuals to develop social and practical skills. this Apprenticeship offer an entry route into a wide range of NHS careers. You must also be willing to undergo disclosure and barring service checks (this is needed as You must also be willing to undergo disclosure apprentices are likely to work with children, and barring service checks (this is needed as young people or vulnerable adults). Apprentices are likely to work with children, young people or vulnerable adults). What will I study? • Theory of Youth Work What will I study? • Safeguarding in a Youth Work Settings • The role of the health and social care • Young Peoples Development worker • Engaging and Communicating with • Promote equality and inclusion Young People • Promote and implement health and • Working with challenging behaviours in safety a Youth Work setting. • Understand the process and experience of dementia You will study maths and English. & Social Care in Health Apprenticeships • Understand mental health problems. £ You will study maths and English. FUTURE EARNINGS Starting salary: Earn up to £20,000 £ FUTURE EARNINGS Qualified Youth Worker: Earn up to £30,000 Starting salary in the NHS: Earn up to £18,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE With experience: Earn up to £20,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE for Apprentice Success*

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Asma Naz, from Beardwood High School, studied Level 3 Media Production and has chosen to go to University of Westminster to study a BA (Hons) in Media. She eventually wants to travel the world photographing wildlife, nature and scenery.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses BA (Hons) Fine Art (Integrated Media) When you pass your Level 3 qualiﬁcation the University BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation Centre at Blackburn BA (Hons) Graphic Communication College (UCBC) will give FdA Photographic Media with BA (Hons) Top Up you a GUARANTEED PLACE to study for your degree. All approved by

102 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... All of our courses are As part of your study programme ACCREDITED BY UAL you will take part in... The University of the 1 Media Qualiﬁcation Arts London 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills 4 Work Experience STUDY IN THE £7 MILLION FUTURES CENTRE 5 Enrichment Activities Including professional TV studio, edit suites and Radio studio.

STUDIO SOUND Media ENGINEER Industry partnerships & professional links with: With experience & qualiﬁcations you can earn over £40,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Other Routes Career Routes

Students go on to study at Our students have Explore our leading universities including: successful careers as: NEW CAREERS APP Bournemouth University Manchester Metropolitan University Animator University of Salford Camera Operator Radio Producer University of Edinburgh Film Producer Television Editor London College of Journalist Visual FX Designer Communication

103 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Performing Arts NEW Creative Media COURSE for Media FOR 2015 Production Level 2 Level 2 & Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma This UAL Level 2 Diploma has been designed to provide students with the skills, You may have a burning desire to work in knowledge and understanding necessary film, television, radio or audio production, to progress to further study and training in progressing onto a range of job roles a range of performing and production arts including: subjects, specifically focussing on media. • Directing • Producing What will I study • Camera operating All units within this qualification relate • Broadcast journalism to the performing and production arts • Writing television drama sector, designed to allow students to use • Being an animator the college resources, build relationships • Motion graphics designer with local creative employers and enable • Presenting live on air students to be able to respond to the fast- paced nature of the creative industries. On the Level 2 study programme you will Typically, students will progress to the UAL study four main areas including video, Level 3 Diploma in Performing & Production audio, photography and media theory. Arts or the UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma For example, how to plan and prepare a in Performing & Production Arts. Students film shoot, and how film and TV sound is may also progress to the Level 3 Diploma or packaged. Extended Diploma in Music Performance or Music Technology. On the Level 3 Extended Diploma you will be provided with a practical, real-world Assessment: approach to learning alongside a key You will be assessed by coursework and a theoretical background. The Extended final major project. Diploma is equivalent to 3 traditional A Levels. Entry Requirements Assessment: Level 2 - You will need four GCSEs with at least two at grade C or D, or a Level 1 You will be assessed by project work and a Diploma qualification at Merit. portfolio of evidence. Entry Requirements: Level 2 - You will need four GCSEs with 52% at least two at grade C or D, or a Level 1 Diploma qualification at Merit. OF CREATIVE MEDIA Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma - Applicants PRODUCTION STUDENTS should have a Level 2 at Merit or Distinction ACHIEVED HIGH GRADES or at least four GCSEs A - C of which one must be maths or English. (Distinctions and Merits)

104 WHERE I WANT TO BE HIGHEST DISTINCTIONPASS International entry requirements. be considered. Seewebsite for Adult and Language). Equivalent qualifications will GCSEs at Grades A* -C(includingEnglish Merit orDistinction Grade portfolio orfour Applicants shouldhave at leastaLevel 3 with Entry Requirements: final majorproject. You willbeassessedby project work anda Assessment: Creative computing • Contextual studies • Photography • Audio production • Videoproduction • The mainareas of studyinclude: talented creatives. of adegree, thiscourse isfor highflying, Awarded at thesameLevel asthefirst year of career paths inmedia,artanddesign. large range of mediaopeningupavariety to experiment from theoutset witha validated courses. Students are encouraged of theArts,London Awarding Body(UAL) Universities andisoneof ourUniversity success rate inplacingstudents at top UK flagship course. It hasanunprecedented (with aMedia pathway) isvery muchour Our Foundation Diploma inArt&Design Level 3/4 UAL Foundation Diploma Media Pathway Foundation Diploma For more information: Call The Hub on0125429 orapply now visitblackburn.ac.uk GUARANTEED INTERVIEW RATE INTHECOUNTRY AT UAL UNIVERSITIES

The Foundation Diploma inArt,Design Our Media courses are awarded delivered by outstandingmedia They runsomeof thebestuniversities School of ArtsandLondon College of of ArtsLondon (UAL). UAL only including Central St Martin’s, Chelsea allow theirqualiﬁcations to be and Media hasachieved thehighest Fashion. We are proud to work with by the prestigious University in theworld for creative education University of Arts University of Arts Distinction rate inthecountry! London (UAL) such anexclusive partner. departments. 105 Media Motor Vehicle

Shaheer Ganchi, from Blakewater College, is currently studying a Level 3 Auto Electrical course and his aim is to go to London to study a Level 4 Auto Electrical course before one day owning his own garage. Shaheer said “The new facilities at Blackburn College are amazing and have given me a taste of what it is like in the industry.”

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses

HND Automotive Engineering When you pass your Level 3 qualiﬁcation the University HNC/HND & BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Centre at Blackburn HNC /HND & BEng (Hons) Electrical / Electronic College (UCBC) will give Engineering you a GUARANTEED PLACE You could also go to other leading universities to study Engineering. to study for your degree. All approved by

106 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN Your study COLLEGE? programme... As part of your study programme PARTNERSHIPS WITH you will take part in... Simpsons 1 Motor Vehicle Qualiﬁcation www.simpsonsskoda.co.uk 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills 4 Work Experience www.chorleygroup.co.uk 5 Enrichment Activities

MOTOR VEHICLE

TECHNICIAN Vehicle Motor

BRAND NEW Experienced & qualiﬁed £5.5 MILLION technicians can earn REGIONAL AUTOMOTIVE £25,000 + TECHNOLOGY HUB

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Career Routes HND Automotive Engineering Auto Electrician Explore our BMW Advanced Apprenticeship NEW CAREERS HNC/HND & BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Self Employed as a Garage Owner MOT Tester APP HNC /HND & BEng (Hons) Electrical / Electronic or Mobile Technician Sales Manager Engineering Harley Davidson Technician Vehicle Customiser You could also go to other leading universities Rolls Royce Mechanic to study Engineering. Motorsport Engineer BMW Service Manager

107 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Motor Vehicle – Motor Vehicle – Maintenance & Repair Auto Electrical Specialist (IMI) Specialist (IMI) Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3 Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3 At Level 1, you will cover technical needs for At Level 1 you will cover the basic technical today’s motor vehicle repair industry. You needs for today’s motor vehicle repair will learn essential skills for auto electricians industry. It provides essential knowledge for working on light vehicles (cars and vans) service technicians working on light vehicles with complex electrical systems such as (cars and vans) in all types of garages, Bluetooth, ABS, Engine Management and dealerships and maintenance depots. If you Airbags, in all types of garages, dealerships go onto Level 2 you will build on Level 1 and maintenance depots. If you choose to experience then have the opportunity to go onto Level 2 you will build on Level 1 move on to an Apprenticeship, employment experience and move into the interpretation or Level 3 where you will move into areas of data from system symptoms and of diagnosis of complex system faults and diagnosis of non-complex faults. You may advanced systems operation. also wish to move on to an Apprenticeship or employment. At Level 3 the course You will learn about: focuses on faults involving the interaction of more than one auto-electrical system and • Routine maintenance accurate diagnosis. • Tyres, brakes, steering & suspensions • Electrical & electronic systems You will learn about: • Transmission systems • Light vehicle construction • Mechanical components • Removing & replacing engine units & • Engine electrical systems components. • External lighting systems • Repairing electrical units Assessment: • Engine & auxiliary equipment electrical faults. You will be assessed by practical and written assessments and multiple choice testing. Assessment: Entry Requirements: You will be assessed by practical and written assessments and multiple choice testing. Students need a basic level of literacy and numeracy to complete these courses: Entry Requirements: Entry Level - GCSE Grade F or above Level 1 - A relevant Entry qualification or 3 including maths and English GCSEs at Grade E or above including maths Level 1 - A suitable ‘entry’ qualification or 3 and English GCSEs at Grade E or above including maths Level 2 - Either an equivalent Level 1 and English qualification or 3 GCSEs at Grade D or above Level 2 - Either an equivalent Level 1 including maths & English and a satisfactory qualification or 3 GCSEs at Grade D or above understanding of motor vehicles including maths & English and a satisfactory Level 3 - A relevant Level 2 qualification. understanding of motor vehicles Level 3 - A relevant Level 2 qualification.

108 WHERE I WANT TO BE The Regional Automotive Technology Hub at Blackburn College was opened by famous World Superbike racer Carl Fogarty.

Motor Vehicle Scholarship Programme

As a Motor Vehicle student you will have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship with one Rasul Hassan has gained a of our industry partners, which Scholarship with our partner Simpson will give you: Skoda, gaining real life industry experience. 1. Invaluable specialist work experience

2. Additional qualiﬁcations Vehicle Motor 3. 1:1 tuition from Master Technicians 4. Opportunity to be taken on as an apprentice with a worldwide recognised car manufacturer

www.chorleygroup.co.uk

To apply you need to be following a Motor Vehicle Programme of Study. For more information please call the Motor Vehicle team on 01254 292214 or email [email protected] 100% OF LEVEL 3 STUDENTS ACHIEVED HIGH GRADES Courses accredited by: AND SUCCEEDED ON THEIR COURSE

109 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Apprenticeships in Auto Electrical Motor Vehicle Level 2 Intermediate & Level 3 Advanced

There is a constant demand for skilled personnel in the motor vehicle industry to repair and service all types of vehicles. Continuing advancement in vehicle technology means that technicians have to possess up to date technological skills, good practical skills, problem-solving skills as well as being able to read electrical wiring plans.

What will I study? • Fitting in-car entertainment systems • Diagnosing and rectifying engine management faults • Diagnosing and rectifying ABS Faults.

APPRENTICE You will study maths and English. OF THE YEAR 2015 £ FUTURE EARNINGS DANIEL Starting Salary: Earn up to £17,500 LOVATT-HENSHAW Experienced technicians can earn over £26,000 The former St Cecilia’s RC High School student has been working as an apprentice at Bowker Essential: Maths & English GCSE BMW, whilst studying Level 2 Motor Vehicle at Blackburn College.

“The Apprenticeship made me learn a lot quicker and I’ve always wanted to work with cars so when the opportunity came up to work with Bowker through Blackburn College, I jumped at it.” DON’T FORGET you can access the EMPLOYERS WE WORK WITH Blackburn College 24/7 Bus Pass for just £30 PER TERM www.chorleygroup.co.uk *See website for full terms & conditions Number 1 in England 110 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Light Vehicle Vehicle Parts Maintenance & Repair Level 2 Intermediate & Level 3 Advanced Level 2 Intermediate & Level 3 Advanced If you want a career in the motor industry then this apprenticeship could be for you. An If you love cars and enjoy fixing things, this Apprenticeship in vehicle parts is designed could be a great career for you. for those individuals who wish to work in a motor industry setting and who want Motor vehicle technicians repair and service to develop their skills and knowledge to cars, vans, motorbikes, lorries and coaches. understand the sales and customer service They work on all vehicle and electrics, side of the business as well as learning from engines and exhaust systems to air- about the vehicle parts Industry. The conditioning and security. Advanced Level Apprenticeship is designed for those individuals who are looking to What will I study? further develop their knowledge and skills to progress their careers in the sector or • Diagnosing and rectifying light vehicle for those who are already employed in engine faults the Motor Industry and looking for career • Diagnosing and rectifying vehicle progression. auxiliary electrical faults • Diagnosing and rectifying light vehicle chassis system faults. What will I study? You will study maths and English. • Identifying and reporting security risks • Monitoring and solving customer service problems £ FUTURE EARNINGS • Participating in stock taking activities Earn up to • Processing orders

Starting Salary: £20,000 Vehicle in Motor Apprenticeships Experienced technicians can earn over • Processing payment transactions. £25,000 You will study maths and English. Essential: Maths & English GCSE £ FUTURE EARNINGS Starting Salary: Earn up to £18,000 Experienced technicians can earn over £25,000 Essential: Maths & English GCSE for Apprentice Success*

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Martyn Hunt from Blackburn studied Music Performance and achieved a triple distinction with one star. Martyn has now progressed on to University to study a BA Honours Music Practice. His aim is to gain a career in performing or writing music.

Other Routes Students go on to study at a wide range of leading Universities including:

University of Salford Leeds Beckett University School of Sound Recording (SSR)

British & Irish Modern Music Institute (BIMM)

112 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... Links with local music venues As part of your study programme to provide technical and you will take part in... performance work experience 1 Music Qualiﬁcation Reidy’s Music store is situated 2 Maths & English on the college 3 Tutorial & Study Skills campus! 4 Work Experience Enrichment Activities MODERN MUSIC FACILITIES 5 & STUDIOS IN THE £7 MILLION FUTURES CENTRE STUDIO SOUND Music ENGINEER With experience & Industry partnerships & qualiﬁcations you professional links with: can earn over £40,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Career Routes Explore our Students go on to study at a wide range of leading Universities including: Our students have successful careers as: NEW CAREERS APP

School of Sound Recording (SSR) Composer Performing Musician Session Musician Music Publisher Record / Music Producer Song Writer Music Teacher Recording Artist Sound Engineer

113 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk NEW Music COURSE Music Practitioner FOR 2015 Practitioner (Music Performance) (Performance & Technology) Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma Level 2

This Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Depending on the path you aim to take, you Performance aims to provide a firm will learn about: foundation in many areas of Music Performance pathway: Performance including an insight into the business skills needed. There is a strong • Perform effectively on their instrument/ emphasis on modern popular music voice including; rock, blues, jazz, funk, soul and • Rehearse and display musicianship skills top 40. • Initiate and develop repertoire • Rehearse effectively and perform music You will learn about: live • Understand contextual issues relating • Perform effectively on your instrument/ to music style, audience and the music voice industry • Rehearse and display musicianship skills • Initiate and develop repertoire Technology Pathway: • Rehearse effectively and perform music • Apply sound recording methods • Understand contextual issues relating to • Mix and master audio music style, audience and industry • Sequence and produce pieces of music • Understand relevant aspects of music • Set up backline for live and studio sound technology/recording • Program audio for radio • Music theory & song writing • Produce videos • Understand contextual issues relating to Assessment: music technology You will be assessed continually through On successful completion of the course practical methods and coursework such as student’s either progress to Level 3 or find written assignments and project portfolios. work within the industry. Entry Requirements: Assessment: 4 GCSEs at C and above (Including maths You will be assessed continually through and/or English). Instrumental aptitude. practical methods and coursework.

Entry Requirements 4 GCSEs at D-G. Instrumental aptitude or 59% a strong willingness to learn (Performance OF STUDENTS pathway). Experience in music technology, production and modern software/hardware ACHIEVED HIGH GRADES (Technology pathway). (Distinctions and Merits)

114 WHERE I WANT TO BE music production equipment andsoftware. and/or English). Knowledge of modern 4 GCSEsat Candabove (Including maths Entry Requirements: project portfolios. coursework such as written assignments and the course, through practical methods and You willbeassessedcontinually throughout Assessment: Principles of sound • Acoustics andstudiodesign • Understand contextual issuesrelating to • Produce videos • Program audiofor radio • Set upbacklinefor live andstudiosound • Sequence andproduce pieces of music • Mix andmaster audio • Applying soundrecording methods • You willlearnabout: and production. studio production, live sound,sequencing a well-rounded experience, focusing on the industry. This course seeksto establish music technology anditsapplication within focuses onthefoundations of modern The Music Technology studyprogramme Diploma Level 3Diploma andExtended (Technology) Music Practitioner For more information: Call The Hub on0125429 orapply now visitblackburn.ac.uk music technology

industry professionals sothat theyare contemporary artsworldwide. The qualifications are developed with the Music Industry, preparing you for music, ourqualifications are created creativity. Inspired by thelegendsof relevant to thecurrent dynamicsof accredited by RSL,aleading Industry standard study programmes are now for theirpracticality, flexibilityand university andthemusicindustry. RSL qualifications are renowned with you, themusicianinmind. Blackburn College music accredited provider of qualifications

115 Music Public Services

Daniel MCa±rey studied Uniformed Public Services and has progressed on to the Public Service Management course at University Centre at Blackburn College and works as a Kingsman in the 4th Battalion Duke of Lancaster regiment at Somme Barracks in Blackburn.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses FdA Public Services (Housing) with BA (Hons) Top Up When you pass your Level 3 FdA Public Services (Uniformed Services) with BA (Hons) qualiﬁcation the University Top Up Centre at Blackburn FdA Fire & Rescue Management with BA (Hons) Top Up College (UCBC) will give FdA Public Service Management with BA (Hons) Top Up you a GUARANTEED PLACE to study for your degree. All approved by

116 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... As part of your study programme EX-SERVICES TUTORS WITH you will take part in... COMBINED INDUSTRY 1 Public Services Qualiﬁcation EXPERIENCE OF 200 YEARS 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills STUDY IN THE £18.3 MILLION BEACON CENTRE 4 Work Experience 5 Enrichment Activities Close links with the uniformed services such as: POLICE Lancashire Police, Territorial Army,

Royal Navy, Royal Airforce and OFFICER Services Public Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service With experience & relevant training you can earn over £37,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Other Routes Career Routes

Many students apply to join Our students have Explore our the following: successful careers as: NEW CAREERS APP Army Royal Marines HM Customs & Excise O§cer Paramedic Navy Fire Service Prison O§cer Private Security Guard RAF Police Criminologist Fire Fighter Housing Manager Police O§cer Army/Navy O§cer Training O§cer

117 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk NEW Occupational COURSE Certificate in Personal FOR 2015 Studies for Development in Public Public Services Services Entry Level Level 1

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who would like a career working in Public who would like a career working within Services. You will gain voluntary work the Public Services and this one year study experience and gain a qualification in programme will help you make your career occupational studies; this will develop your choice. employability skills and complement your vocational learning. You will gain a qualification in personal and social development which will develop your On this one year full time study employability skills and complement your programme you will study: vocational learning. You will also undertake • Entry Level 3 Certificate in Occupational volunteering opportunities and many Studies for the Workplace exciting enrichment activities. • Maths and English • Vocational Units You will learn about: • Level 1 Certificate in Personal and Social On successful completion of the study Development programme you may be given the • Maths and English opportunity to progress onto a level 1 • Vocational Units qualification in Public Services (Uniformed or Non Uniformed). This is subject to achieving Successful completion of the Level 1 the relevant maths and English qualifications. provision at Merit grade can lead to progression to the Level 2 Public Services Assessment: course. You will complete a portfolio of evidence; this will be internally and externally verified. Assessment: Assignments will be completed in the You will complete a portfolio of evidence classroom and at home and you will which will be internally and externally complete exams in maths and English. verified. Assignments will be completed in the classroom and at home. You will Entry Requirements complete exams in maths and English. To study this course you should possess:- • A positive reference from school Entry Requirements: • A genuine desire to work with people To study this course you must have 4 GCSE • A positive attitude towards study. Grade E including maths and English and a genuine desire to work with people.

118 WHERE I WANT TO BE which thecollege canhelporganise. you willalsoberequired to passaPolice check(DBS) NOTE: To studyPublic Services at Blackburn College an enthusiasm for working withpeople. including maths andEnglish. You mustshow You willneedaGCSEproﬁle of at least4Ds, Entry Requirements: outdoor activitiesandresidentials. work assignments, aswell asparticipation in You willbeassessedby individualandgroup Assessment: course. progression to theLevel 3Public Services provision at Merit grade may result in Successful completion of theLevel 2 Maths andEnglish • Expeditionskills • Fitness andlife style • Career planning • Employment andlandnavigation • Public service skills • You willlearnabout: classroom andoutdoors. their knowledge andskillsboth inthe Students willhave theopportunity to develop working inthisdisciplinedenvironment. the fundamental skillsthat are required for Services sector andwillbeprovided with range of subjectsrelated to thePublic programme, students willstudyawide During thisoneyear full-timestudy Level 2Diploma (Uniformed / Non-Uniformed) Public Services For more information: Call The Hub on0125429 orapply now visitblackburn.ac.uk

Special Constables Public Services students becoming Alexandra Thomas -Winner of anFEStar Award Ullswater Residential 119 Public Services Public Services Public Services (Uniformed / Non-Uniformed) (Uniformed / Non-Uniformed) Level 3 Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma

During this 2 year full-time study programme, During this study programme, students will students will study a wide range of subjects be provided with the fundamental skills that related to the Public Services sector and will are required for working in this disciplined be provided with the fundamental skills that environment. Students will have the are required for working in this disciplined opportunity to develop their knowledge and environment. Students will have the skills both in the classroom and outdoors, opportunity to develop their knowledge and attend guest speaker presentations and will skills both in the classroom and outdoors, interact with a range of Services. and will interact with a range of Public Services. You will learn about: • Government, politics and public services You will learn about: • Citizenship, diversity and the services • Government, politics and public services • Understanding discipline in the services • Citizenship, diversity and the public • Fitness testing and training for the services uniformed public services • Understanding discipline in the public • Skills for land and water based outdoor services and adventurous activities • Skills for land and water based outdoor • Custodial care and adventurous activities • Police power in the public services • Expedition skills • Planning and management of major • Custodial care incidents • Responding to emergency incidents • Aspects of the legal system • Responding to emergency incidents Successful completion of the Level 3 provision will enable learners to progress to Successful completion will enable you to university or enter related employment. progress to university or enter employment.

Assessment: Assessment: You will be assessed by individual and group You will be assessed by individual and group work assignments, as well as participation in work assignments, as well as participation in outdoor activities and residentials. outdoor activities and residentials.

Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: You will need four or more A*- C Grade You will need ﬁve or more A* - C Grade GCSEs including English and preferably GCSEs including maths and English or have maths or have completed a Level 2 at completed a relevant Level 2 at Merit or Merit Grade. Distinction Grade. 71% OF STUDENTS ACHIEVED TRIPLE DISTINCTIONS (equivalent to 3 As at A-Level) 120 WHERE I WANT TO BE NEW COURSE FOR 2015

Skills for the Military Services Public Level 3 Diploma in Skills for the Military

Do you enjoy being outdoors, travelling and developing your physical ﬁtness? A career in the military may be for you!

This one year full time study programme will prepare you for a future in the: On completion you can achieve 120 UCAS • Army points, get a guaranteed interview with one • Navy of the relevant forces, be supported with • Royal Airforce your recruitment application or you could You will develop: move on to the Level 3 Extended Diploma • Physical ﬁtness in Public Services. • Leadership skills • Skills to plan and lead adventurous activities • Map reading and navigation skills

For more information visit www.blackburn.ac.uk/military or call 01254 292929

121 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Apprenticeships in Housing

Luke Rissley - Studying Housing Apprenticeship & employed by New Progress Housing Group “I would highly recommend an Apprenticeship to anyone wanting to start a career in housing, or any career for that matter. It has provided me with a great professional platform going forward” Number 1 in England 122 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Housing What will I study? Level 2 Intermediate & Level 3 • Promote safe and ethical, sustainable Advanced practice in housing • Plan own professional development within The Housing Apprenticeship oers a combination housing of qualifications that will equip you with the skills • Develop positive relationships with and knowledge you need to work in the industry. customers and colleagues in providing a housing service Housing professionals directly aect the living • Employment rights and responsibilities in the conditions of one in four households and facilities management, housing and property therefore play a large role in shaping the quality sectors of life for communities. • Delivery of aordable housing services Housing covers a wide range of activities, from • Equality and diversity for housing managing properties, community development, supported housing and hostel accommodation • Professional practice skills for housing. to planning new homes. The private and public rented housing sector includes local authorities, You will study maths and English. housing organisations, small private landlords, voluntary sector landlords, Registered Social £ FUTURE EARNINGS Landlords [RSLs], homelessness agencies, tenant managed and campaigning organisations. You Assistant Housing Ocer: £18,500 will take the first step to a challenging and Qualified Housing Ocers cam earn up to rewarding career. £32,000 To be successful you must be committed and Essential: Maths & English GCSE possess good literacy and numeracy skills as well as a logical approach to problem solving, including the ability to recognise the importance

of attention to detail. in Housing Apprenticeships

for Apprentice Success*

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Josh Hudson studied a Level 3 Extended Diploma Applied Science and achieved triple distinction with one star and is now progressing to study Biological Science at Lancaster University.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering When you pass your Level 3 BEng (Hons) Electrical/Electronic Engineering qualiﬁcation the University Centre at Blackburn BEng (Hons) Robotics & Mechatronics College (UCBC) will give A one year Foundation Entry is available on all the above you a GUARANTEED PLACE courses if you haven’t quite achieved the required grades. to study for your degree. All approved by

124 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... As part of your study programme OPTION TO STUDY ALL you will take part in... THREE DISCIPLINES: 1 Science Qualiﬁcation Biology Chemistry Physics 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN A STEM SCHOLARSHIP 4 Work Experience 5 Enrichment Activities

83% FORENSIC OF STUDENTS LEAVE SCIENTIST Science WITH HIGH GRADES* With experience & ACCESS TO MODERN qualiﬁcations you LABORATORIES IN THE can earn over FUTURES CENTRE £45,000 *Correct as at August 2015 Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Other Routes Career Routes

Students go on to study Our students have Explore our at a wide range of leading successful careers as: NEW CAREERS universities including: APP Bio - Chemistry University of Cambridge Veterinary Surgeon Civil Engineer University of Manchester Pharmaceutical Engineer Microbiologist Royal Veterinary College Forensic Scientist Medical Product University of York Designer Healthcare Scientist

125 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Applied Science Applied Science Level 2 Level 3 Extended Diploma

Students wishing to study the one year full This two year full time study programme time Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science is ideal for those who have decided that a will need to have a keen interest in Science career in the science industry is for them. and looking to pursue a career in any of Successful students could progress to study the science industries, whether it is Biology, at university in a number of subjects such as Physics or Chemistry. The study programme Human Biology, Civil Engineering, Aviation is suitable for students who would like Studies, Pharmacology or Biomedical to continue onto the Level 3 Extended Science. The course is also suitable for Diploma in Applied science. The knowledge, students who would like to work as a understanding and skills learnt in studying a technician in a laboratory. vocational qualification will aid progression for further study and prepare learners to You will learn about: enter the workplace in due course, as a • Fundamentals of science technician or laboratory assistant. • Working in the science industry • Scientific investigations You will learn about: • Scientific practical techniques • Principles of science • Using mathematical tools in science • Chemistry and our earth • Physiology of human body systems • Energy and our universe • Biochemistry and biochemical • Biology and our environment Techniques • Applications of chemical substances • Energy changes • Applications of physical science • Microbiological techniques • Health applications of life sciences • Electrical circuits • Scientific skills • Genetics and genetic engineering • The living body • Chemical laboratory techniques • Chemical analysis and detection • Industrial applications of organic • Monitoring the environment chemistry • Growing plants for food • Science in medicine Assessment: • Exploring our universe You will carry out regular assignments • Electronics in action throughout the year that will give you an • Further chemistry overall grade at the end of the two year programme, with associated UCAS points. Assessment: You will be assessed mainly through Entry Requirements: coursework with 2 exam-based modules. You will need a minimum of GCSE grade You will be set assignments throughout C in five subjects including Science, Maths, the year which will be graded and counted English Language, or progression from the towards your overall grade. Level 2 Diploma.

Entry Requirements: You will need a minimum of GCSE Grade D in five subjects including Science, Maths and English Language.

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Veterinary College to studyVeterinary Science Amy hasprogressed to theRoyal Suite of ﬁve science laboratories You willstudyintheSixth Form Building 127 Science Sport

Jamie Green & Nicole Carter are studying a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport. Jamie’s dream is to gain a career in the Football industry whilst Nicole wants to become a Physiotherapist. They are both enjoying studying in new £13.5 million Sports and Leisure Centre whilst having access to the ﬁrst class facilities.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses

FdSc Community Coaching & Sports Development with When you pass your Level 3 BSc (Hons) Top Up qualiﬁcation the University Centre at Blackburn FdSc Sports Coaching & Performance with BSC (Hons) Top Up College (UCBC) will give you a GUARANTEED PLACE FdA Health & Personal Training (approved by UCLan) to study for your degree. All approved by 128 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... As part of your study programme CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE you will take part in... in Basketball, Football, Cricket, Swimming & Netball 1 Sport Qualiﬁcation 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills 4 Work Experience OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN A Enrichment Activities SPORT SCHOLARSHIPS 5

Brand NEW £13.5 million

SPORT & EXERCISE Sport Sports & Leisure Centre SCIENTIST SPORT PERFORMANCE Experienced Sport LABORATORY FOR FITNESS Scientists working in TESTING & PHYSIOTHERAPY high levels of competitive sport can earn £60,000 + Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Other Routes Career Routes

Students go on to study Our students have Explore our at a wide range of leading successful careers as: NEW CAREERS universities including: APP Personal Trainer University of Durham Sports Nutritionist Sports Scientist University of Birmingham Sports Coach P.E Teacher University of Leeds Sports Development Physiotherapist O§cer

129 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Sport Sport Level 1 Level 2

The Level 1 Sport study programme is This Certificate or Level 2 Extended designed for learners who take part in Certificate in Sport is for individuals who sport and want to gain a more extensive aspire for a career in fitness or sports knowledge of the sector. Learners will leadership. This will also include the gain a variety of qualifications including opportunity to take part in outdoor activities sports leadership, personal development as part of a residential. and employability skills that will help them progress to a Level 2 Sport course or find You will study areas such as: employment in the sport and active leisure • Practical sport performance sector. • Fitness for sport and exercise • Training for personal fitness You will study a variety of modules in • The mind and sports performance relation to sport such as: • Anatomy and physiology for sports • Taking part in sport performance • Exercise and fitness • Leading sports activities • How the body works • Running a sports event • Leading a sport and active leisure activity • Lifestyle and well-Being

On completion of the course, learners can Students achieving a Merit or Distinction progress onto a Level 2 sport course. Grade and a recommendation from the course tutors can progress onto Level 3. Assessment: Assessment: You will be assessed through 100% coursework. You will be set assignments You will be assessed mainly through throughout the year which will be graded coursework with 2 exam-based modules. and counted towards to an overall grade for You will be set assignments throughout the qualification. the year which will be graded and counted towards your overall grade. Entry Requirements: Entry Requirements: Students who want to study at Level 1 will be required to have a passion for sport, A profile of Grade Ds at GCSE including and complete a successful interview with a maths and English Language, or progression member of the Sports team. from the Level 1 Diploma in Sport, or equivalent qualifications.

Credit: Photography courtesy of Eric Wright and David Millington

130 WHERE I WANT TO BE interview. maths orEnglish Languageandasuccessful A profile of GCSEGrade Cs includingeither Entry Requirements: projects willbeset across theyear. presentations, onlineblogs, leaflets and coursework. Assignments, casestudies, You willbeassessedthrough 100% Assessment: Cricket orBasketball. Excellence for Football, Netball, Swimming, play intheBlackburn College Centre of will begiven theopportunityto train and college inteam andindividualsports.You extra-curricular activitiesandrepresent the undertake work experience, take partin You willalsoparticipate inpractical sports, • • • • • • • • areas suchas: During your programme you willstudy and Coaching. additional qualifications in Sports Leadership vocational sportstudyprogramme andgain for successful progression. You willstudya a range of practical skillsandtechniques to three ALevels andwillhelpyou develop This 2year studyprogramme isequivalent Extended Diploma Level 3Diploma and Sport For more information: Call The Hub on0125429 orapply now visitblackburn.ac.uk

Sports injuries Sport &exercise massage Sports psychology Sports coaching Outdoor &adventurous activities Anatomy &physiology insport Practical team sports Fitness testing for sport ACHIEVED HIGHGRADES (Distinctions andMerits) OF STUDENTS 66% • What willIstudy: centre advisor. health andfitnesspractitioner, orasport example, becoming apersonal trainer, pursue acareer inthefitnessindustry, for specifically designed for thosehoping to The Fitness andTraining academy hasbeen Level 1 Physical Activity Award inFitness & Fitness Instructing interview. Industry andcomplete asuccessful A keen interest intheGym andtheFitness Entry Requirements: coursework andexaminations. This course willbeassessedby arange of Assessment: department attendant. exercise assistant orhealth andfitness areas suchasanassistant fitness instructor, Instruction course, orgainemployment in to theLevel 2Health Fitness andExercise Following thiscourse you canprogress on • • • •

and fitness All aboutthehumanbodyinexercise Balanced diet andhealthy lifestyle Assisting exercise sessions instructor An introduction to becoming afitness adherence) (frequency, intensity, time,typeand utilising theprinciplesof fitness Using apersonal exercise programme; 131 Sport Fitness Instructing Fitness Instructing Health, Fitness & Certificate in Exercise Instruction Personal Training Level 2 & Instruction This qualification is aimed for those aspiring Level 3 to work as a fitness instructor or working towards the next step as a personal trainer. This qualification is aimed for those aiming to further their knowledge and work as a You will study: personal trainer and advanced practitioner in • Anatomy in Exercise and Fitness the health and fitness industry. • Principles of Exercise and Fitness • The planning and Implementing of a You will study: personalised fitness programme in a • Anatomy and physiology in exercise and gym based environment health • The planning and Implementing of a • Applying the principles of nutrition to circuit training session individuals • The planning and Implementing of a • Conducting specialised personal physical activity session for children exercise programs. • Nutrition • Supporting your clients • Health and safety • Underpinning knowledge on how to Once you have completed your Level 3 work in gym environment certificate, you will be able to apply to a range of universities. Popular courses Following this course you may wish to include: Community Coaching & Sports progress on to the Level 3 Personal Training Development , Sports Coaching & and Instruction course or seek employment Performance or Health & Personal Training. in roles such as a Qualified Fitness Instructor, Exercise practitioner or a Health and Fitness These can lead to varied and interesting Advisor. roles in sport including: • Sports Coach Assessment: • PE Teaching (following the completion Exams, Learner assessment Records and of an appropriate PGCE) Practical Assessments. • Sports Development Ocer • Sports Marketing/Advertising Entry Requirements: • Performance Analysts • A keen interest in the Gym and the Fitness Industry. Assessment: • Level 1 Award in Physical Activity or You will be assessed by exams, Learner equivalent. assessment and practical assessments.

Entry Requirements: You will need a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualiﬁcation or equivalent and a keen interest in the Gym and the Fitness Industry.

132 WHERE I WANT TO BE Apprenticeships in Activity Leadership Sport Level 2 Intermediate This Apprenticeship covers a range of occupations within leisure & learning activities, one of the largest industries in the country. Apprentices interested in coaching could train as a coach in a public leisure centre or private sports facility or learn how to support learners doing after school activity in large scale organisations like in schools. You could progress to work in all sorts of aspects of the sports industry from small private sector companies to chain leisure centres through to individual personalised training.

What will I study? • Prepare for activity sessions • Lead activity sessions • Conclude and review active sessions.

SAM ALI You will study maths and English. Sport Studying: Sports Development Apprenticeship £ FUTURE EARNINGS Employed by Blackburn Youth Zone Starting salary: Earn up to £12,000 Sam has shown a huge amount of Experienced instructors can earn £18,000 progression in his position as a Sports Senior instructors can earn £25,000+ Development Officer. Essential: Maths & English GCSE He has been extremely pro-active in developing his own sports development projects at Blackburn Youth Zone – involving professional athletes and liaising with other sporting organisations to increase sports participation in Blackburn.

DON’T FORGET you can access the Blackburn College 24/7 Bus Pass for just £30 PER TERM *See website for full terms & conditions

For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk 133 Exercise & Fitness Sport Development Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Level 3 Advanced Advanced Sport development officers will typically This Apprenticeship covers a range of be responsible for working with local occupations within leisure and learning communities to identify the need and activities, one of the largest industries in the demand for new activities, improve access country. If you are interested in a career in to sport for young people, people with working in ‘Fitness’ you could train as a Gym disabilities and people from disadvantaged Instructor or Personal Trainer learning how communities and support community to improve clients wellbeing and learning amateur sports clubs. They can also customer service skills. be responsible for organising national governing body qualification courses, sport The sector is made up of privately run clubs and physical activity events and supporting and publicly run gyms through various initiatives to reduce crime and rehabilitate leisure facilities run by local authorities or offenders. leisure trusts. What will I study? What will I study? • Making sure resources are used and all • Anatomy and physiology for exercise available funding is accessed • Principles of exercise, fitness and health • Putting local and national policies into practice • Promote health, safety and welfare in active leisure recreation. • Identifying opportunities for funding • Organising, promoting and running You will study maths and English. projects • Monitoring and evaluating projects. £ FUTURE EARNINGS You will study maths and English. Starting salary: £13,000 Instructors can earn up to £20,000 £ Freelance instructors can earn £10 - £20 per hr FUTURE EARNINGS

Essential: Maths & English GCSE Starting salary: Earn up to £35,000 Managers in this role can earn up to £50,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Number 1 in England 134 WHERE I WANT TO BE *Reference - National Careers Service. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Supporting Learning in PE and School Sport Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced

This apprenticeship has been developed to support the achievement of the Governments School Sport Policy and lasting legacy of the 2012 Olympic Games, providing learners to deliver and support low risk activities that contribute to a physical education and school sport programme through curriculum based and extra-curricular activities.

What will I study? • Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults • Understand child and young person development in sport • Support assessment for learning • Organise and lead a sport event or competition. Apprenticeships in Sport Apprenticeships

You will study maths and English.

£ FUTURE EARNINGS Starting salary: Earn up to £32,000 With experience you can earn up to£37,000

Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Apprenticeships are o±ered in partnership with Blackburn Youth Zone. for Apprentice Success*

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*Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships | Source: SFA National success rates table: 2013 to 2014 Apprenticeship NSRT Timely institution Travel & Tourism

Alana Nellany – Current Level 3 Extended Diploma student in Travel and Tourism. Once she has completed her course she would like to start a career as Cabin Crew for a well known airline.

Our Promise Our University Centre Courses

When you pass your Level 3 FdA Hospitality Management (Event Management) qualiﬁcation the University with BA (Hons) Top Up Centre at Blackburn FdA Business - BA (Hons) Top Up College (UCBC) will give you a GUARANTEED PLACE to study for your degree. All approved by

136 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHY CHOOSE BLACKBURN COLLEGE? Your study programme... Train in our mock As part of your study programme aircraft cabin & you will take part in... Mock Travel Agents 1 Travel & Tourism Qualiﬁcation 2 Maths & English OVER 50% 3 Tutorial & Study Skills OF STUDENTS’ PROGRESS TO UNIVERSITY, AND THE REMAINING 4 Work Experience GAIN JOBS WITHIN THE INDUSTRY 5 Enrichment Activities

Opportunity to meet regular industry guest speakers TRAVEL AGENT Industry partnerships & & Tourism Travel With experience & professional links with: qualiﬁcations you Thomas Cook can earn over British Airways £25,000 Emirates Essential: Maths & English GCSE

Our University Centre Courses Other Routes Career Routes

Students go on to study Our students have Explore our at a wide range of leading successful careers as: NEW CAREERS Universities including: APP Cabin Crew University of Surrey Event Manager Hotel Management Leeds Beckett University Flight Attendant Travel Agent University of Chester Holiday Representative Tourism Board Hospitality Industry Tour Operators

137 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Certificate in Travel & Travel & Tourism Tourism Level 3 Extended Diploma

Level 2 Certificate & Extended This is for those who have a real passion for Certificate the Travel and Tourism industry. Successful completion of this study programme Our Level 2 study programme offers a can lead to a fantastic career, either in great introduction to the travel industry, the UK or across the world, or give you combining practical study with work related the understanding needed to progress modules to prepare students for life within onto university. Students will also have the travel industry. the opportunity to acquire additional qualifications, including Cabin Crew training The course helps students to build and becoming a resort representative. confidence and communication skills, through coursework activities and in You will study: planning residential trips and visits to • Investigating Travel & Tourism popular European cities such as London and • European destinations Paris. • Long-haul destinations • Retail travel operations All students are supported to take part in • Customer service in Travel & Tourism work experience. Previous placements have • The UK as a destination included; overseas holiday representatives in Italy, passenger services at Manchester Assessment: Airport, local hotels, museums and travel You will be assessed through coursework, agencies. set assignments, presentations and project work. You will study: • UK and international destinations Entry Requirements: • Customer service The minimum entry requirement for this • Cruise operations course is 4 grade Cs at GCSE including • Holiday representatives English Language. • Travel agency operations

Assessment: You will be assessed through a combination of coursework and exams. Coursework 94% will include a range of activities including assignments, role plays, case studies, STUDENTS presentations, leaflets and projects across a ACHIEVED HIGH GRADES variety of subject areas. (Distinctions and Merits) Entry Requirements: A profile of at least 4 Grade Ds at GCSE, including maths and English Language. 56% HAVE PROGRESSED TO UNIVERSITY

138 WHERE I WANT TO BE REBEKAH HAWORTH For more information: Call The Hub on0125429 orapply now visitblackburn.ac.uk with thehelpof herTravel and Tourism Rebekah isflying highafter completing In hertimeat College, Rebekah received Tourism. Rebekah, whoachieved triple distinction withonestarinhercourse, Certificate inAirlineCabin Crew, anda opportunity to work allover Europe. her Extended Diploma inTravel and place withRyanairandnow hasthe cabin crew safety training at Thomas Cabin Crew for amajorairline,and had always dreamed of becoming Achieved: Triple distinction Cook, andwasawarded aLevel 2 Qualification, shehassecured a School: St Christopher’s Level 2Certificate for Airport C of EHigh School Passenger Service. with onestar Age: 18

Cabin crew training at Thomas Cook Cabin crew training at Thomas Cook Work experience at Emirates 139 Travel & Tourism If you are not sure what to study please speak to a member How to apply of The Hub team.

WHEN YOU KNOW WHAT STUDY PROGRAMME YOU WANT, YOU CAN APPLY:

ONLINE VIA EMAIL

You can complete an application form You can download and print an online at: electronic version of the application form, complete it and email it to: www.blackburn.ac.uk/apply [email protected]

IN PERSON VIA POST

If you need help with your You can complete the application application form or wish to complete form in this prospectus and send it with some guidance, you can it to the following address or bring arrange an appointment by calling it in to The Hub in the Beacon The Hub on 01254 292929 or email Centre (main reception): [email protected] Blackburn College, Feilden Street, Blackburn, BB2 1LH.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS To apply for, and enrol on, a study programme at Blackburn College, you will need to take 6 easy steps:

•1 Find the right study programme for you and apply

•2 You will be invited in for an interview to discuss your chosen study programme •3 You will receive an oer for the study programme that is right for you

•4 Accept your place

•5 We will send your enrolment information in the post. Enrolment normally happens in August once you have received your GCSE results. •6 Enrolment - you are now ocially a Blackburn College student – you will receive a letter to conﬁrm your start date. Congratulations!

Answers to our frequently asked questions can be found at www.blackburn.ac.uk/apply

140 WHERE I WANT TO BE WHERE I WANT TO BE

100% 10% PASS RATE INCREASE in over 20 subjects in A* - C grades

A-Levels Courses starting September 2016

call 01254 292929 visit blackburn.ac.uk Grade 1 College Sixth Form Guarantee

As a Sixth Form student at Blackburn College, you can expect:

• Independent thinking – where your 1 own experiences and observations mould your education •2 Enrichment activities that enable you to receive a great education, as well as have fun doing so

• A vast amount of support from all 3 sta to ensure you get the results you deserve •4 A learning environment that is academic, friendly and safe.

College Open Events The Beacon Centre Thursday 1st October 2015 | 4.30 - 8pm Wednesday 18th November 2015 | 4.30 - 8pm VIP TOURS Thursday 3rd March 2016 | 4.30 - 8pm If the open event dates aren’t suitable, you can arrange a VIP tour with our School Liaison team A-Level Open Event at a time that suits you. Just call 01254 292511, email The Sixth Form [email protected] or Tuesday 6th October 2015 | 4.30 - 8pm register online at www.blackburn.ac.uk/vip

2 WHERE I WANT TO BE Contents

Welcome 4 English Language 33 Programmed for Success 5 English Language and Literature 34 University Plus 6 English Literature 34 Sixth Form Learner Journey 10 Geography 35 Meet our Students 12 Government and Politics 35 University Progression 14 History 36 Entry Requirements 15 Religious Studies 36 Enrichment Activities 16 Your Sixth Form 18 Social Sciences and 38 Parents Information 20 Sport A-Levels Physical Education 40 Business A-Levels 22 Psychology 40 Accounting 24 Sociology 41 Business Studies 24 Economics 25 Science, Technology, 42 Law 25 Engineering and Maths (STEM) A-Levels

Biology 44 Creative Arts A-Levels 26 Chemistry 44 Art 28 Computing 45 Film Studies 28 ICT 45 Media Studies 29 Mathematics 46

Further Mathematics 46 Humanities A-Levels 30 Physics 47 Archeaology 32 Classical Civilisations 32 How to apply 48 Citizenship (AS) 33

Thank you to Blackburn College students who have participated in the photography throughout this course guide.

3 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Welcome

Welcome to The Sixth Form This year we are introducing our ‘University at Blackburn College. We are Plus’ programme, which is available for all celebrating another fantastic year students. This includes university interview techniques, pre-degree courses in speciﬁc of results with 100% pass rate in career topics, a partnership with UK top over 20 A-Level subjects and 10% 10, Lancaster University, plus much more. increase in A* - C grades. University Plus has been set up to ensure we give our students the best opportunity At The Sixth Form at Blackburn College, we to achieve their place at their ﬁrst choice pride ourselves on the support we put in university and their dream degree. place for all students to make the transition from secondary school to university, This prospectus has been designed to help ensuring your journey is all about making you make the next step in your education as sure you reach your full potential. Our simple as possible. We have recommended dedicated Sixth Form Centre promotes relevant A-Level subjects that work together independent thinking and develops you as well as highlighting the extra curricular academically and personally. This creates an activities that are available to you as a ethos where students can enjoy a balance of Blackburn College student. studying and socialising. I look forward to welcoming you as a Sixth Form student in September 2016.

Alastair Mollon Assistant Principal of The Sixth Form

4 WHERE I WANT TO BE Programmed for Success

Being a Sixth Form student means we supply you with the A-Level Employability necessary skills to progress to Qualiﬁ cations Skills university, but we also ensure that throughout your learner journey, you gain employability Your study skills to help you succeed in your future career. programme As part of your study programme you will We do this by giving each student a take part in... study programme that is tailored to every student’s needs, abilities and interests, Enrichment Performance which will help you achieve your Activities & Study Skills future goals.

Qualities that employers are looking for:

Grade A* - C in maths & English Attention to detail Creativity Staying calm under pressure Conﬁ dence Motivation & enthusiasm Ability to work in a team IT Skills Problem solving skills Communication & interpersonal skills

5 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Our main focus in college is to ensure that our students have the support in place to achieve the best possible results and the opportunities to progress to university.

We deliver a programme of extra curricular activities that will give you additional UCAS points as well as prepare you for the process of applying to university.

The following are available to you as a Sixth Form student.

6 WHERE I WANT TO BE 1 Pre-Degree Courses

If you are interested in a career in Medicine, Teaching or Business, then we have in place pre-degree courses that can help you acquire 70 additional UCAS points as well as give you an advantage when applying to university.

Enterprise Medical Teaching

Do you see yourself running Our Sixth Form Alumni Interested in gaining your own company in the include Doctors, Nurses practical experience of future or being a high ﬂying and Pharmacists and we teaching in a primary or chief executive of a global therefore set up our Medical secondary school classroom organisation? Pre-Degree course to whilst studying A-Levels? help future applicants to If so, our Enterprise Pre- Medical degrees. Students Our Teaching Pre-Degree Degree course can give will acquire a range of course will help you gain you the skills needed to aid skills including teamwork, not only the practical you through university. On discussion skills, research experience, but the the course, you will identify and practical workplace theoretical experience as a business opportunity, experience, which give a well. Students who take generate ideas and work competitive advantage over part in this will be advised with your business associates other applicants looking at to look for their own work in class to make it a success. similar degrees. placement although our sta¢ will also help.

To apply for a Pre-Degree course, just make your interviewer aware you are interested when you come to your Sixth Form interview.

7 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk David Jones - High Achievers Co-ordinator

2 High Achievers 3 Extended Project

Programme • “The feasibility of Nuclear Fusion as an energy source” The Sixth Form has a systematic • “Women’s rights in the Middle East” programme of support for students who show they have the potential to apply • “Why was Tsar Nicholas refused asylum to Oxford, Cambridge and other Russell by the British government in 1917?” Group Universities, or into careers including • “Marriage in 19th century English medicine, veterinary science, law etc. Literature”

This programme, run by a dedicated Here are just a few titles from last year’s High Achievers Co-ordinator, will include extended projects – which give students the thinking and analytical skills, directed opportunity to carry out a research project reading from tutors and coaching in in a subject they are passionate about. discussion and interview skills – all The project is preparation for the kind of attributes that can help you achieve a study that is carried out at university, giving coveted place at a world class university. students a greater understanding of higher education. Preparation for this begins 3-4 weeks after AS-Level exams in June and most of the research is carried out during the summer holidays.

The project, worth an additional 70 UCAS points, takes the form of a series of lectures about research methods and students will be required to produce a 5,000 word dissertation and presentation.

8 WHERE I WANT TO BE Students spending the day at a Research Conference

4 Academic 5 Lancaster University Scholarship Partnership

Are you predicted 3 A*s and 3 As in your The Sixth Form Centre is extremely proud of GCSEs? the link it has with Lancaster University, one of the top 10 universities in the UK. If you are Then we want to do everything we can to interested in studying at Lancaster University, make sure you can carry on being successful we can o¢ er: in education – and that’s why we o¢ er a £1,000 scholarship. • Guaranteed interviews to students who meet the entry criteria for their chosen When you receive your GCSE results you will course be invited in for an interview after enrolment. • Student mentors for students to ﬁ nd out more about their course and university life • Mock Interviews to help with Lancaster The money available can support University application procedures towards: • Residentials during the summer break

Text books This is an exceptional opportunity to progress from our outstanding Sixth Form Educational trips Centre to a UK Top 10 University.

Travel to university open days

9 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk THE SIXTH FORM LEARNER JOURNEY

….FROM GCSE YEAR 1 ...TO A-LEVEL RESULTS DAY

ADDITIONAL 20 GCSE UCAS POINTS RESULTS DAY PERFORMANCE You will come and enrol at Blackburn & STUDY SKILLS College Sixth Form and confi rm your 4 A-Level subjects. These skills help you bridge the gap between school and college which equips you with the necessary skills to study at a higher level.

ACADEMIC PRACTICES & TECHNIQUES

You will learn the following Academic Practices & Techniques in your fi rst year:

Time Management Note Taking Referencing

Study Habits Avoiding Plagiarism Writing Essays

GOOD REVISION SKILLS LUCK! Preparing students for their exams.

10 WHERE I WANT TO BE PREPARING FOR THE WORLD OF YEAR 2 UNIVERSITY & WORK

ADDITIONAL Including... 20 UCAS POINTS As well as THE employability skills... APPRENTICE YOU WILL BE CHALLENGE SUPPORTED WITH EXTENDED PREPARATION FOR Sixth Form students are asked to UNIVERSITY. come up with a business idea, PROJECT and given a budget. The winner This includes: is the business model that makes the most profi t. UCAS Events ADDITIONAL Visiting Open Days This year, £920 was raised from the business models – with the majority of Personal help with your the money going to a chosen charity. 70 UCAS application & UCAS POINTS personal statement

REVISION TIME ONCE EXAMS ARE COMPLETE We have revision sessions set up to give you time to revise and achieve excellent RELAX results. Enjoy the summer & get ready for the big day… A-LEVEL RESULTS DAY The day we say goodbye to our students, and wish them every success in their future. We hope you take away the excellent memories you made as a Blackburn College student.

11 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Meet our students

AMY WYNNE PAUL STAPLES

Completed the fi rst year of her Paul secured a place at the University of Veterinary Science Degree at the Southampton to study civil engineering Royal Veterinary College. after gaining an A* in maths, an A in further maths and a B in physics. “Even though the start of university was daunting, I knew that The Sixth Form, “I was hoping for two As and a B, so I was especially my tutors, had given me the skills absolutely delighted and a bit shocked and knowledge to progress into a higher when I saw that I got an A* in maths.” level of education. They helped me with work experience, educational trips, revision “I’ve really enjoyed studying for techniques and with my university interview. my A-Levels at Blackburn College,

the staﬀ and students are really “I am thoroughly enjoying my nice and helpful and the courses time at the Royal Veterinary are extremely interesting.” College and will always have fond memories of my time at Blackburn College.”

12 WHERE I WANT TO BE 100% 10% 5% PASS RATE INCREASE INCREASE in over 20 subjects in A* - C grades in A* - B grades

RAEESA BHAMJI CHRIS TALBOT

Raeesa was over the moon to have Chris received excellent A-Level results, surpassed her predicted grades and secured with 4 A*s including maths, further maths, a place at the University of Leeds to study chemistry and physics and an A* in his chemistry. extended project. Chris will take up his place at the University of Cambridge to The former Witton Park student achieved As study natural science. in maths and chemistry and a C in physics. “I’m speechless. I didn’t expect to do that “I’m really pleased with my results, well. It still hasn’t sunk in properly.

I was only expecting a B in maths “It’s been great studying at Blackburn and I got an A. College. The tutors have been fantastic and “In the fi rst year I struggled, but very supportive.” my tutors were really helpful and explained everything that I found “I know that studying at hard. I would recommend the Cambridge is going to be a huge college to anyone looking to study challenge but I’m really looking for A-Levels.” forward to it and I think it will be an amazing experience. I’m so happy.”

13 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk University Progression

Each year, our students complete their A Levels and progress to universities all over the UK, onto a variety of degrees.

In The Sixth Form, there is a dedicated team to help with UCAS applications, including interview techniques, references and writing your personal statement.

KING’S COLLEGE LONDON THE UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS THE UNIVERSITY OF YORK LANCASTER UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

14 WHERE I WANT TO BE What do you need to study A-Levels?

A-Levels are the recommended choice for students who would like to pursue a more academic route in education. They are ideal if you are looking at progressing to university once you have finished studying at The Sixth Form.

To help students with this progression, The Sixth Form does consider vocational we ask that our A-Level students achieve qualifications, for example, BTECs (at a minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade B and distinction or merit) as part of entry 3 GCSEs at Grade C including English requirements for A-Level programmes, but Language and maths. Please also be aware only if other GCSE results are at the required that some A-Levels have specific entry high standards. requirements.

The majority of students take four subjects Due to a Government reform of A-Levels in their first year, sometimes combined with in England, the content and assessment of an enhancement course or ‘short’ AS-Level. some A-Level subjects may change. You will then be encouraged to concentrate on three subjects in your second year. Those Although the course information is correct students who are keen to gain additional at the time of print, please refer to the UCAS points will be encouraged by the High Blackburn College website for the most Achievement Co-ordinator to sign up for the up-to-date information on all courses. extended project in the second year.

15 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Enrichment Activities

Whether you are interested in sport, volunteering…or even a bit of knitting, The Sixth Form has an array of enrichment activities for you.

We want to show our students that there is a whole lot more to just studying – giving you the opportunity to not only enhance your university application, but also have some fun doing so. Football training at AFC Darwen

Gym and swim

Motor vehicle maintenance Judo lessons at Blackburn Sports and Leisure Centre 16 WHERE I WANT TO BE Climbing at Blackburn Youth Zone

British Cycling Team

Judo lessons at Blackburn Sports and Leisure Centre STEM Ambassadors

17 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Your Sixth Form

Lecture Theatre

Our lecture theatre was built to enable students to get used to university- style learning whilst studying their A-Levels.

Professional Science Laboratories

We have 4 industry standard laboratories installed in the Sixth Form, all set up for experiments in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. These laboratories enable students to have a smooth transition between college and university laboratories, if this is the career they choose. Our laboratories have helped microbiologists, doctors, pharmacists and veterinary surgeons get into their chosen careers.

18 WHERE I WANT TO BE Learning Resource Common Centre Rooms In addition to the excellent College library in the Beacon Because all students Centre, The Sixth Form has need to enjoy downtime a Learning Resource Centre between studying, we where students can do their have 2 common rooms homework, take part in in The Sixth Form Centre. group work and complete The common rooms are assignments. This centre has excellent places to catch all the necessary resources up with your friends to help our students achieve. or hold small revision sessions.

Starbucks Right next door to The Sixth Form is the Courtyard Cafe, one of 3 cafés on campus that serve Starbucks Coff ee at 40% cheaper than the high street. High Achievers Area

Wanting to fi nd out about upcoming university visits, open days, competitions or discuss your upcoming interview with your number one university – then come along to our high achievers area, which has all the information you need.

19 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Parents/Carers This is for you!

Not only is the transition from School to College a big move for our students, but it is also a big change for parents too.

The ethos we have in The Sixth Form gives students a more ‘grown-up’ atmosphere to learning, helping them become academic young adults.

Our Guarantee to Target Grades

Parents When a student fi rst starts with us, their target grades are calculated from their GCSE Your son and/or daughter will be treated like results. Their performance is then monitored a mature young adult and given as much to ensure they will hit or even over achieve advice and support as they need. In return, on their targets. We have support in place we ask students to: for any student who needs additional help Attend every class which we call UpGrade. Give 100% in their work ‘UpGrade’ includes daily booster and Show respect to their tutors and fellow revision sessions where students have 1:1 students meetings or group activities with tutors to help them achieve the grades they deserve. As a parent, you will also receive: Students are referred to ‘UpGrade’ sessions if Two reports a year about your son and/ they fall behind in terms of completing work or daughters performance or achieving their target grades. Notifi cation if your son and/or daughters attendance drops Invitation to parents evenings and a university consultation evening.

20 WHERE I WANT TO BE Meet Barbara

Barbara is the Senior Tutor in The Sixth Form Centre (similar to the Head of Year at School). Barbara is the main point of contact for both students and parents throughout their time at The Sixth Form, and is available to discuss any problems or issues a student may be having. Barbara is also the main point of contact for university applications in your second year through UCAS, making sure your personal statements and applications are well written and submitted on time.

Sixth Form Engagement Mentor

ProPortal for Parents Extra Support

ProPortal is an online section of our website The College also has a dedicated member of that gives you the opportunity to see some staff to support students with employability of the information we have on your son or and pastoral care. daughter. A log-in is sent to you upon your son or daughter enrolling with the College, The Sixth Form Engagement Mentor and gives you access to: supports students with advice and guidance on employment, fi nancial support, alcohol Areas of strength and development and drug problems, bereavement, sexual Attendance record for every class health and mental & emotional health. Punctuality record for every class Students can drop in for confi dential Target grades for their subjects conversations with the mentor at any time, Reports that have been written by their and they will do their utmost to support tutors. students who require it.

21 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Business

At some point in your working career, you will either work for 100% a business or run your own. Our PASS RATE A Levels give you the academic in knowledge to help you progress A-LEVEL to university, and into the modern business world. LAW

Whether you are looking to become an Accountant, Lawyer, Marketer or A-Level Business students visited New York Manager, we have an A-Level subject to help you to succeed. A-Level Subjects

Accountancy Business Studies Economics Law

Our students have progressed onto: Explore our LIVERPOOL HOPE UNIVERSITY to study Accounting and Business Management NEW CAREERS UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM to study Law APP LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES to study Tourism and Leisure Management UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE to study Business Studies UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN to study International Relations and Politics EDINBURGH NAPIER UNIVERSITY to study Festival and Event Management

22 WHERE I WANT TO BE Your study programme... As part of your study programme you will take part in...

1 A-Level Qualifi cations 2 Maths & English Ikra Saghir 3 Tutorial & Study Skills Achieved A-Levels in Classical Civilisation (A), History (B) 4 Work Experience and Law (B) 5 Enrichment Activities Progressed to the University of Birmingham to study Law

A-Level Business students visited New York Why study Business at The Sixth Form?

Pre-Degree course in Enterprise to give you the

knowledge and experience of running Business your own business

Students visited Wall Street in New York to learn about International Business

Work experience opportunities with a wide range of businesses

Our Promise Career Routes MANAGEMENT Accountancy ACCOUNTANT When you pass your Banking Starting salary: A-Levels the University Event Management £25,000 - £31,000 Centre at Blackburn With experience you College (UCBC) will give Human Resources can earn between you a GUARANTEED Law £32,000 - £50,000 PLACE to study for a Marketing Essential: Maths & degree.* Management English GCSE

*Minimum 120 UCAS points 23 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk A-Level Accounting A-Level Business Regardless of what career you will pursue in Studies the future you will be working for a business. Understanding the lifeblood of a business and The Business A-Level is a dynamic and relevant it’s finances, is invaluable. A-Level Accounting subject for those who are interested in the world helps you to understand financial information. of business, and the many careers that you can Studying accounting helps you to gain an insight progress to. The course will help you develop into how accounting information is generated a wide range of employability skills, including and how financial decisions are made. A wide problem solving, collaboration, leadership range of subjects are covered including book and critical evaluation, so it fits well with other keeping, financial accounting and management subjects. accounting. What will I study? What will I study? In the first year, students will find out what a In the first year, students will learn the basic business is, the role of managers and leaders, the understanding of financial accounting and decision making process and how it contributes business accounts, and an introduction to to improvements in marketing performance, management accounting and decision making. operational performance, financial performance In the second year, students will build on and human resource performance. knowledge obtained at AS-Level. A detailed look In the second year, students will also look at at published accounts and accounting standards analysing the strategic position of a business, builds on the financial module. More complex how to choose a strategic direction, strategic decision making techniques develop from the AS methods and managing strategic change. Management Accounting module.

This A-Level goes well with: This A-Level goes well with: A-Level Mathematics A-Level Accountancy A-Level Business Studies A-Level Economics A-Level Economics A-Level ICT A-Level ICT A-Level Law

Progression Progression There are many careers where an A-Level in Business studies is an ideal subject for preparation Accounting would be useful. Understanding to progress onto a wide range of university the finances of a business and how they affect courses and apprenticeships, especially in areas decision making is important in management such as business, economics, management, positions. You can go into careers in the financial retailing, enterprise, finance, accountancy and services sector, such as accounting, banking, administration. It is a very useful starting point insurance and actuarial. for careers in the business world as you will have a firm grounding of the day to day running of a business.

24 WHERE I WANT TO BE A-Level Economics A-Level Law

Economists are in great demand in all aspects Law is an exciting and challenging subject. of the business world, local and national Almost daily, law features in the national and governments and universities. It is a highly international media. As a student of law you regarded subject that all universities accept as it will learn a range of fascinating and ground develops analytical, quantitative, problem-solving breaking topics as well as develop key skills and essay writing skills. A-Level Economics helps relevant to Legal practice. Students will have students develop an interest and enthusiasm the opportunity to participate in mock trials and for the subject and its contribution to the wider will be encouraged to join the College debating economic and social environment, whilst society in order to refine their practice. Having an applying economic concepts and theories to A-Level in such a dynamic subject is sure to put a range of real world contexts. Students will students in good stead for future employment or develop an understanding of current economic university, therefore students who do not wish issues, problems and institutions that affect to pursue law at undergraduate level should not everyday life. be discouraged from the subject as it is hugely complimentary to all other topics. What will I study? What will I study? A-Level Economics looks at both microeconomics and macroeconomics. First year students will be introduced to the foundations of law. This will include an Microeconomics gives students an opportunity to introduction to the English legal system, the focus on the economic behaviour of individuals running of the courts and the legal personnel and to analyse, explain and evaluate the strengths involved such as the police, lawyers, juries and and weaknesses of the market economy and the magistrates. Many students will not have studied role of government within it. Macroeconomics law before and this is nothing to panic about as Business is concerned with the ‘big picture’ aspects of lecturers will not assume any prior knowledge of economic management by government and the subject. In the second year students will look subsequent policy decisions. Topics such as at criminal law. This involves the study of murder, globalisation, international trade and the role manslaughter and non-fatal offences such as of the financial sector are developed during the grievous bodily harm and common assault; as second year of study. well as looking at property offences and defences such as diminished responsibility, insanity and duress. Students will have the opportunity to This A-Level goes well with: practice arguing these defences as part of a mock A-Level Accountancy murder trial. A-Level Government and Politics This A-Level goes well with: A-Level Mathematics A-Level Business Studies A-Level English Language Progression A-Level History Students usually progress into further study at university where an A-Level in Economics could help you to get a place on a wide variety Progression of degree courses, or alternatively provide a pathway into careers such as corporate strategy, Students from Blackburn College who have financial services and banking. studied law have gone on to work in varied and exciting roles. Studying this subject can lead to roles within the Prison Service, criminal psychology, forensic and crime scene investigation.

25 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Creative Arts

If you have creative ability or a passion for the arts and the XX% drive to succeed then we have 100% a number of A-Level subjects A*-C that can turn your hobby into GRADESPASS an exciting career. Our courses RATE are excellent if you are an ideas person and you like creating things that are useful and visually appealing. A-Level Students have the opportunity to stay and study a University of the Arts London Subjects (UAL) accredited foundation diploma. Art

Film Studies

Media Studies

Our students have progressed onto: Explore our LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY to study Media, Communications & Culture NEW CAREERS APP UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD to study Fashion, Communications & Promotion

UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE to study Photographic Media

UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE to study Graphic Communication

26 WHERE I WANT TO BE Your study programme... As part of your study programme you will take part in...

1 A-Level Qualifi cations XX%100% 2 Maths & English A*-C 3 Tutorial & Study Skills GRADESPASS RATE 4 Work Experience 5 Enrichment Activities

Trip to Yorkshire Sculpture Park Why study Creative Arts at The Sixth Form?

Art classes take place in our state-of-the-art Beacon Centre

Inspirational trips to creative locations including Arts Creative Yorkshire Sculpture Park

The College is in partnership with University of the Arts London (UAL) to create a progression route for students with a creative ﬂ air

Our Promise Career Routes ADVERTISING ART DIRECTOR Artistic Director When you pass your Starting salary: A-Levels the University Broadcasting up to £22,000 Centre at Blackburn Curator With experience you College (UCBC) will give can earn between you a GUARANTEED Graphic Design £22,000 - £27,000 PLACE to study for a Journalism Essential: Maths & degree.* TV & Film Production English GCSE

*Minimum 120 UCAS points 27 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk A-Level Art A-Level Film Studies

This A-Level will appeal to you if you enjoy In A-Level Film Studies you will study the practical creative activities, have an interest in key methods by which film-makers generate historical and modern art and want to develop meaning (such as genre, narrative, camera, your artistic skills and analytic abilities. The course sound and editing) and the diverse ways in which will also give you the grounding to be able to audiences respond. You will also study how the pursue an academic and professional career in art film industry works as a business and how we, as and design. Art classes take place in the Beacon consumers, can influence it. Centre, which gives you purpose built facilities to work with. What will I study? What will I study? In the first year you will study The Film Industry, a British Production Company or British Horror as well as Comparative American Cinema. In the first year, you will produce coursework as well as take part in an externally set exam. You There are a range of potential spectatorship will be given the opportunity to experiment with topics which can be studied in the second year lots of different techniques connected with fine including; Documentaries, Popular Film and art and explore applicable contextual references. Emotional Response and Experimental Film.

Also in the second year you will study World In the second year, you are given the opportunity Cinema with the emphasis on films which to choose your own theme to explore. You empower women. Possible close study films will produce development work, artist research include Pedro Almodovar’s “Talk to Her” and and an essay between 1,000 and 3,000 words Charlie Chaplin’s “Modern Times.” exploring contextual references. To accompany this development work you will be expected to produce several final outcomes i.e. paintings, This A-Level goes well with: sets of prints etc. You will also take part in an A-Level English Literature externally set exam, with a theme set by the exam A-Level History board. Your development work is produced with tutor guidance in class and your final outcome is A-Level Media Studies produced under exam conditions. A-Level Psychology

This A-Level goes well with: Progression A-Level Media Studies You could go on to continue your studies at A-Level English Language and Literature University where an A-Level in Film Studies could A-Level History help you to get a place on a wide variety of degree courses. Progression You could continue to study art through attending our University of the Arts London (UAL) pre-degree course, which will give you the opportunity to further develop a portfolio of work,as well as exploring several specialist subjects within art and design. Alternatively, you could go straight to university and do a degree in one of the hundreds of creative degree courses available.

28 WHERE I WANT TO BE A-Level Media Studies

The media is all around us and dominates our lives from the moment we wake up until we go to sleep at night whether it is the radio, television, internet, video games or iPads. Therefore, it makes sense to study how the major media organisations manipulate us into making choices that aff ect our entire lives. We all use the media and it could be argued that our culture is media saturated. We must therefore note the commanding presence and power that the media have in our lives. This is a fact of modern life and provides the major rationale for A-Level Media Studies.

What will I study? In the fi rst year you will undertake two modules in which you will learn skills in analysing media texts (television, fi lm, magazines, newspapers etc) and also study representation and manipulation in the media and how audiences are manipulated by the media and, conversely, the power that audiences have over the media itself in the multi- channel digital age. You will also develop Desktop Publishing skills and storyboards to underpin the practical coursework element. Creative Arts Creative

In the second year we investigate modern media industries in a British context. How has the television industry changed over the last fi fty years and how has it aff ected society? We also look at the British fi lm industry, popular music, and new technologies and learn how they are linked to the increasingly global nature of media production and consumption.

This A-Level goes well with: A-Level English Language and Literature A-Level Film Studies A-Level History A-Level Psychology

Progression Gaining an A Level in Media gives students access to a wide variety of university degrees including broadcasting, journalism and TV production.

A-Level Art classes take place in the Beacon Centre

29 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Humanities

These A-Levels give students theoretical background in a 100% variety of subjects. This includes PASS RATE the ability to understand in all vast amounts of information, ENGLISH present ideas and communicate COURSES arguments in academic debates.

Humanities graduates have the opportunity to progress into a wide range of careers. A-Level Subjects

Archaeology Classical Civilisation Citizenship (AS) English Language English Language & Literature English Literature Geography Government & Politics Religious Studies

Our students have progressed onto: Explore our UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS to study Philosophy & Theology & Religious Studies NEW CAREERS UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER to study Politics APP UNIVERSITY OF YORK to study History UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE to study English Language & Literary Studies LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY to study English with Creative Writing UNIVERSITY OF WALES to study Classical Civilisation

30 WHERE I WANT TO BE Your study programme... As part of your study programme you will take part in...

1 A-Level Qualifi cations 2 Maths & English 3 Tutorial & Study Skills 4 Work Experience

5 Enrichment Activities Humanities students visited the historical sites of Rome & Pompeii

Trip to the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds Why study Humanities at The Sixth Form?

Superb progression to leading universities

Past trips to the Battle of Ideas in London, Royal Armouries Humanities Museum in Leeds and historical visits to Rome & Pompeii

Humanities students take part in a range of national competitions and have won ﬁ rst place at ‘Debating Matters’

Archaeology students recently took part in an excavation at the Roman Fort at Ribchester

Our Promise Career Routes BROADCAST JOURNALIST When you pass your Journalism Starting salary: A-Levels, the University Management £13,000 - £19,000 Centre at Blackburn With experience you College (UCBC) will give Marketing can earn between you a GUARANTEED £20,000 - £43,000 PLACE to study for a Teaching Essential: Maths & degree.* Archaeologist English GCSE

*Minimum 120 UCAS points 31 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk A-Level Archaeology A-Level Classical

A-Level Archaeology is the study of past human Civilisations societies from the investigation of material remains, and often provides the only source of A-Level Classical Civilisations is an interesting information about aspects of our development. subject that deals both with ancient history and As an archaeology student, you will study the culture in Ancient Greece and Rome. If you are techniques of modern archaeological research, interested in foreign culture, ancient history, religion and rituals, practical archaeology lifestyle and warfare, as well as mythology and including site investigation and excavation, and ancient narrative, then this is the subject for you. contemporary issues in world archaeology. The study of classics is an exciting intellectual challenge where students can deploy a variety of What will I study? skills: debate and discussion, the ability to create an effective argument and analyse information to In the first year, you will study an introduction make valid judgements. to the subject through the study of ‘The Archaeology of Religion and Ritual’. Students will also study in detail a number of specific What will I study? archaeological sites from Roman Britain and In the first year, you will study: Europe. Roman Society and Thought and Greek Tragedy

• Culture and ideas in Ancient Rome. During the second year, students are introduced • Greek Tragedy to a range of themes and controversies in world • You will study the context(s) of ancient archaeology, building on the knowledge and theatre as well as four different texts by skills gained in the AS course. Students will study two different playwrights: Sophocles and Themes in World Archaeology including ‘People Euripides. and Society in the Past; Sites and People in the Landscape and Economics and Material Culture’ In the second year, you will study:

Virgil’s writings and the World of the Hero and During this year you will also undertake Romans in Britain an ‘archaeological investigation’ offering • The epic works of Virgil and Homer, which the opportunity to undertake independent includes knowledge of the foundation of research and enquiry, focussing on your local Rome environment. • The Roman Empire and Romans in Britain. • You will study historical evidence and This A-Level goes well with: sources to interpret how the Roman invasion A-Level Classical Civilisation impacted on Britain. A-Level History This A-Level goes well with: A-Level Geography A-Level Archaeology A-Level Geography Progression A-Level History Archaeologists work in various settings, including local councils, national agencies, museums, teaching institutions, commercial archaeology Progression companies, national parks, the environment A classics qualification is exceedingly well agency, highway agencies, engineering regarded and is recognised by all universities. companies, forensics, geophysics, surveying, Classics as a general AS and A-Level can lead cultural heritage management and some to all kinds of careers including ancient and professional archaeologists do still undertake modern history, archaeology, law, the media, fieldwork. journalism, social work, teaching and many other professions.

32 WHERE I WANT TO BE AS-Level Citizenship A-Level English

AS-Level Citizenship equips students with the Language knowledge, understanding and skills to play an active part in society, as informed citizens who A-Level English Language is a wide ranging and are socially and morally responsible. The subject constantly changing subject which gives you is varied in nature and covers topics on sociology, the skills to analyse the ‘everyday’. This course politics, economics and law. It is, therefore, a encourages you to appreciate and celebrate the sound combination with any of these subjects. unique characteristics of English such as the Citizenship naturally encourages debates and confusing delight of the sentence... discussions on current affairs so an interest in local, national and international news would help “A rough-coated, dough-faced, thoughtful throughout the course. ploughman strode through the streets of Scarborough; after falling into a slough, he What will I study? coughed and hiccoughed.” Identity, Rights and Responsibilities – this will ...and the amazing feat that we can all read and focus on what it means to be British, migration make sense of it! patterns, stereotyping, discrimination, rights and duties of a citizen, human rights, civil and criminal What will I study? law and the role of the courts. As a student of English language you will: Democracy, Active Citizenship and Participation • Develop methods of exploring and - this will cover topics such as the nature of understanding spoken and written language government, the democratic process, the in use economy, the nature of the media, local • Develop understanding of the roles of government and the impact of the European purpose, audience and context and the Union. Active citizenship is also considered such impact of these upon language production Humanities as the electoral process, pressure groups and and reception campaigning. • Use linguistic methods to analyse and This A-Level goes well with: investigate a variety of extracts taken from everyday sources A-Level English Language and Literature A-Level History This A-Level goes well with: A-Level Law A-Level Media Studies A-Level Psychology A-Level Psychology A-Level Sociology A-Level English Literature

Progression Progression It is likely that you will want to go onto further Our students have earned places at top study at university. AS Citizenship gives you universities such as Sheffield, Edinburgh, York and UCAS points towards entry into a wide range of Manchester. A degree in English Language opens university courses and specifically complements up a wide range of career opportunities including subjects such as law, politics, economics and journalism and broadcasting, administration, sociology. marketing, publishing, management, librarianship, speech therapy, lexicography (dictionary-making) and teaching.

33 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk A-Level English A-Level English Language and Literature Literature On this course you will be introduced to a wide range of texts old and new. If you enjoy reading, This A-Level in English Language and Literature discussing and writing about fiction then this is is an integrated approach to the combination of the subject for you. the Language and Literature elements of English, ensuring students get the right balance and Offering a clear progression from GCSE this coverage of the two disciplines. There will be a course allows you to build on the skills and focus on enabling students to see connections knowledge you have already gained and help you between linguistics and literary methods, and to prepare for your next steps. explore these links in their work. The qualification is linear which means that you will sit all exams at the end of either the AS or A What will I study? Level course Some of the texts that will be studied include: • Dracula What will I study? • Othello In the first year, you will study: • The Great Gatsby Literary Genres - Tragedy or Comedy (Drama) Students will study modules including: including Texts, Prose and Poetry • ‘Telling Stories’ – looking at how stories are told in a range of texts In the second year, you will study: • ‘Remembered Places’ – an anthology of texts Texts and Genres - Elements of Crime Writing or on the theme of Paris Elements of Political Writing • ‘Imagined Worlds’ – in a chosen novel • ‘Poetic Voices’ – an anthology of poems by This A-Level goes well with: John Donne, Robert Browning, Carol Ann Duffy and Seamus Heaney A-Level English Language A-Level Law This A-Level goes well with: A-Level History A-Level Law A-Level History Progression A-Level Art Many students studying English literature choose to advance onto a related Higher Education Progression course. A degree in English literature opens up a wide range of career opportunities. You could Many students studying English language and find employment in areas including journalism Literature choose to go onto a related higher and broadcasting, law, media and teaching. education course. These may include a degree that combines the two elements of the A-Level or combines one element of the A-Level with another subject, for example, journalism, history, foreign languages etc. A degree in English language and literature opens up a wide range of career opportunities. You could find employment in areas including journalism and broadcasting, law, administration, marketing, publishing, management, librarianship and teaching.

34 WHERE I WANT TO BE A-Level Geography A-Level Government A-Level Geography is highly enjoyable and and Politics helps students understand the world in which we live. You will study geographical change A-Level Government and Politics is a vital and and a number of issues such as hazards, lively subject that deals with the most relevant poverty, development, globalisation and their and significant issues of the day. If you want to environmental impact. Geography enables know how the country works, who is in charge students to gain a wide variety of transferable and how to influence them this is the subject skills, organisation, communication, numeracy for you. The study of politics is an exciting, and working as part of a team, which universities intellectual challenge where students can and employers are looking for. deploy a variety of skills: debate and discussion, the ability to create an effective argument and What will I study? analyse information to make valid judgements. In the first year, students will study rivers and flood management, coastal environments, What will I study? population change and energy issues for the Physical and Human Geography exam. In the first year, students will learn about The second exam covers geographical skills and key channels of communication between fieldwork techniques. Fieldwork will involve river government and people, and also look at the studies on the River Wyre and urban studies in major processes in government such as the Blackburn. Houses of Parliament, the Prime Minister, the Constitution and the role of the Judiciary. In the In the second year, students will study plate second year students will study American politics tectonics and associated hazards, ecosystems, including the Constitution, the electoral process development, globalisation and conflicts for the and how American government works today. Contemporary Geographical Issues exam.

This A-Level goes well with: Humanities The second exam covers geographical skills A-Level Business Studies and fieldwork techniques. Fieldwork will involve A-Level Economics studying sand dunes along the Formby coast for the ecosystems topic and further urban studies. A-Level Law

This A-Level goes well with: Progression A-Level Archaeology This A-Level gives an excellent foundation A-Level Classical Civilisation to those who wish to pursue politics, law, economics, philosophy or history to degree level A-Level Economics and those who wish to make their careers in the A-Level History legal, journalistic, and political or business worlds. A-Level Sociology

Progression Most students go onto university to study for a variety of geography-related degrees. The subject combines well with both humanities and science subjects and is relevant in a wide variety of careers including environmental management, planning, finance, tourism and teaching.

35 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk A-Level History A-Level Religious A-Level History is a popular, important and Studies relevant subject. Top universities and employers value this subject as excellent training in analysis, Would you like to know more about the one evaluation, organisation and communication. In subject that unites but also divides humans the addition, the subject provides a critical insight world over? Religious belief is not necessary to into the contemporary world. The subject is very study, or to enjoy this course. A-Level Religious popular and provokes lots of debates. Studies offers the opportunity to adopt an enquiring, critical, reflexive and objective What will I study? approach to a subject of which knowledge is becoming increasingly important in today’s The course is made up of four modules of multicultural society. It provides knowledge British and European History. In the first year we which will not only be useful in many careers but study Germany in the critical period between also for life in general. Students are encouraged 1918 and 1933. The first year also introduces to develop their own values, opinions and beliefs students to Britain in the 17th Century focussing on the religions studied in light of their learning. on the causes and events of the English Civil War. The second year carries on this theme by What will I study? analysing the Protectorate of Oliver Cromwell, the Restoration of Charles II and the Glorious By studying A-Level Religious Studies, you will Revolution of 1688. The second year also look at philosophy and ethics in religion. You will develops the German History module by look into the arguments for the existence of God, analysing the Nazi period in Germany. Finally in as well as look into the question ‘why is their the second year there is a personal study based evil in the world?’ You will also study one world on a student’s own choice of topic, for which religion. they conduct research and produce a 3,500 word essay. This A-Level goes well with: A-Level History This A-Level goes well with: A-Level Sociology A-Level English Language and Literature A-Level Classical Civilisation A-Level Government and Politics A-Level Law Progression A-Level Sociology Choosing religious studies will not restrict your career opportunities and it may even present Progression you with the opportunity to study abroad or visit History is one of the most well regarded students holy sites. Theology students go on to work in by top universities and employers. History a wide variety of careers having gained many graduates go into professions such as law, transferable skills that can be used in many journalism, the civil service, business and politics. professions; skills such as analysis of information, Historians turn up in a variety of places, including undertaking independent research, writing and celebrities like Al Murray and Sacha Baron Cohen. presenting arguments. A large proportion of students do takes on roles such as researchers or teachers but the skills gained are required in other professions such as law or counselling.

36 WHERE I WANT TO BE TYLER MITCHELL

Tyler said she was thrilled to have gained three B grades in politics, law and history.

“I’m really happy to have achieved the results I got. Thanks to the help and support of my tutors I managed to get to grips with my studies - I couldn’t have got through it without them.

“I’m really looking forward to continuing studying politics in London, as it’s a great university in a great city and I’ll be living right in the heart of it.” Humanities

37 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Social Sciences & Sport

Social science is the study of society and the manner in which people behave and inﬂ uence the 100% world around us. PASS It tells us about the world beyond us, and can help explain how our own RATE society works - from the causes of unemployment or what helps economic growth, to how and why people vote, or what makes people happy.

Our A-Level PE course is taught in our A-Level brand new £13.5m Sports and Leisure Centre, taught by tutors with sporting Subjects backgrounds, who are dedicated to help you succeed in your chosen career. Physical Education

Psychology

Sociology

Our students have progressed onto: Explore our UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS to study Psychology NEW CAREERS APP UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN to study Psychology & Forensic Psychology UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE to study Community Coaching & Sport Development LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY to study Sport Marketing UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE to study Sociology UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF FOOTBALL BUSINESS AT WEMBLEY to study Stadium & Event Management

38 WHERE I WANT TO BE Your study Social Sciences & Sport programme... As part of your study programme you will take part in...

1 A-Level Qualiﬁ cations 100% 2 Maths & English Emma Leeming 3 Tutorial & Study Skills Achieved A-Levels in Biology (B), PASS Psychology (B) and Sociology (A) 4 Work Experience RATE Progressed to Edge Hill University to 5 Enrichment Activities study Midwifery

Visit from Olympic Gold Medalist Why study Social Sciences & Sport at The Sixth Form?

NEW £13.5million Sports & Leisure Centre opened by double Olympic Gold

Medalist Rebecca Adlington & Sport Social Sciences

Work experience opportunities with a wide range of public service employers

Trips to the Houses of Parliament and other places of interest

Our Promise Career Routes SPORTS Sport Coaching COACH When you pass your Starting salary: A-Levels, the University Government £12,000 - £20,000 Centre at Blackburn Public Services With experience College (UCBC) will give you can earn up to you a GUARANTEED National Health £30,000 PLACE to study for a Service Essential: Maths & degree.* Social Work English GCSE

*Minimum 120 UCAS points 39 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk A-Level Physical A-Level Psychology

Education A-Level Psychology is constantly relevant, dynamic and endlessly fascinating. It is one Studying A-Level Physical Education will provide of the most popular A-Level subjects and the you with the opportunity to gain a sound department has an enthusiastic and friendly knowledge and understanding in a variety of team of experienced lecturers. Psychology is the areas, and is also a multi-disciplinary exciting study of behaviour and mental processes. It aims course which will provide theoretical and to understand how people think and what they practical elements of the subject. You will look at do, as well as gaining an understanding of their the body in depth and its workings in relation to deeper motivations. Psychology is important in physical activity and sport, as well as sport from a terms of understanding any human activity. psychological and sociological perspective. What will I study? What will I study? In the first year, you will study: In the first year, you will look at the working of • Social influence the human body in relation to sport and exercise • Memory and attachment and how the body adapts to ensure that we can • Approaches in psychology, psychopathology continue participating in sport and exercise. and research method You will study the brain and how behaviours are shaped within sport. You will also study In the second year, you will study: the various issues in sport, such as drug abuse • Issues and debates in psychology and the role of the media and how it generates • Relationships interest. • Schizophrenia In the second year, you will look at the origins of • Forensic psychology sport and how these have changed through the pre and post industrial revolution and the impacts This A-Level goes well with: of those eras to shape sport that we know A-Level Biology today. You will also study sports psychology and in particular look at the behaviour of sports A-Level English Language and Literature performers and the choices that they make. To A-Level Physical Education complete the year you will look at energy and how the body uses it and re-makes it. You will A-Level Sociology look at the various fitness components and how the body adapts and how we train for those. Progression Psychology is an established and popular subject This A-Level goes well with: for those who wish to study sciences, arts or A-Level Biology humanities subjects at university. It also offers A-Level Psychology excellent career prospects in a range of areas including occupational, clinical, forensic and A-Level Chemistry educational psychology. The skills you learn will also readily transfer to many other careers. These Progression skills include oral and written communication, problem solving and the ability to carry out Students progress into further study at university research designed independently. or employment within the sport or health and fitness industries.

40 WHERE I WANT TO BE A-Level Sociology

Are you interested in how people behave, how society is changing and what confl icts occur? Topics such as the modern family, the education system and crime and deviance will be studied in A-Level Sociology, whilst studying theoretical perspectives such as feminism, Marxism and Functionalism. Questions raised will include why divorce is on the increase, why girls outperform boys at school and what are the causes of crime.

What will I study?

In the fi rst year, you will study: • Education with methods in context • Research methods, families and households

In the second year, you will study: • Education with theory and methods • Families and households • Beliefs in society • Crime and deviance • Sociological theories

This A-Level goes well with: A-Level Government and Politics A-Level History

A-Level Law & Sport Social Sciences A-Level Psychology A-Level Religious Studies

Progression A qualifi cation in sociology is good preparation for a wide range of careers, for example the police, prison service, youth work, teaching, social work and the probation service. Obtaining A-Level Sociology can also lead you onto a wide variety of degree courses at university.

NEW £13.5m Sports & Leisure Centre

41 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM)

It is no surprise that STEM skills are vital to building 80%XX% economic prosperity for the UK HIGHA*-C by promoting innovation and GRADES technical progress. GRADESin FURTHER Our STEM area brings together a range of MATHS subjects which can enable young people to fulfi l their potential and which opens doors to a wide range of rewarding careers. Our key aim is to off er the highest quality teaching to ensure our A-Level students are challenged and leave us with their specialist knowledge needed for Subjects their next step.

Biology Chemistry Computing ICT Mathematics Further Mathematics Physics

Our students have progressed onto:

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE to study Natural Sciences Explore our NEW CAREERS UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER to study Architecture APP MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY to study Computer Science UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE to study Electrical Engineering UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS to study Mathematics UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL to study Radiotherapy

42 WHERE I WANT TO BE Your study programme... As part of your study programme you will take part in...

1 A-Level Qualifi cations James Hall XX% 2 Maths & English Achieved A Levels in Mathematics (A), A*-C 3 Tutorial & Study Skills Further Mathematics (B) and GRADES Physics (C) 4 Work Experience Progressed to the University of Leeds 5 Enrichment Activities to study Mathematics

Senior Team Maths Challenge at the University of Manchester Why study Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths at The Sixth Form?

Get involved in the Regional and National Senior Maths Challenge against other colleges

State-of-the-art laboratories

STEM scholarships worth £1,000 (STEM) & Maths Engineering Technology, Science,

Guest speakers and events in maths, astrophysics, cosmology and quantum physics

Our Promise Career Routes RESEARCH UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE to study Natural Sciences Forensic Computing SCIENTIST When you pass your Starting salary: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER to study Architecture A-Levels the University Scientist £13,000 - £14,000 Centre at Blackburn MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY to study Computer Science Medicine With experience you College (UCBC) will give can earn between UNIVERSITY CENTRE AT BLACKBURN COLLEGE to study Electrical Engineering Architect you a GUARANTEED £23,000 - £42,000 UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS to study Mathematics PLACE on to study for a Veterinary Science degree.* Essential: Maths & UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL to study Radiotherapy Mechanical Engineer English GCSE

*Minimum 120 UCAS points 43 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk A-Level Biology A-Level Chemistry

A-Level Biology is a fascinating subject in its own Chemistry has overwhelmingly improved right but, more importantly, it can open many our quality of life. Pharmaceuticals, textiles, doors to further academic study and the world semiconductors, composites, healthcare of work. Studying Biology at advanced level products, detergents and personal care products will give you a blend of the traditional, popular are some examples without which our lives topics and the exciting ‘frontier’ developments. would be radically different. A-Level Chemistry is In addition, you will develop good practical and taught via a stimulating combination of lessons, investigative skills. Lessons take place in modern, practicals and self-study exercises. well-equipped laboratories and are supported by extensive material on the College’s biology What will I study? moodle site. Student-centred assignments will be used to encourage a more independent At AS-Level study, you will look at foundations of approach to the subject, which is a useful chemistry; which included atomic structure and preparation for higher education. bonding. Other modules include the periodic table, energy and organic chemistry. In addition What will I study? to this you will develop your practical skills. Parts of these practical skills are set by the exam board In Biology, you will gain an understanding of and will always complement the theory taught. important concepts and develop a wide range For an A-Level you will study the above and of practical skills. This consists of four modules: physical chemistry, transition elements and some Development of practical skills, foundations in spectroscopic analysis. You will further develop biology (cells, biological molecules, nucleic acids, your practical skills, some of which form part of enzymes, membranes, cell division, diversity and the practical endorsement that will appear on organisation), exchange and transport (exchange your certificate. surfaces, transport in animals and transport in plants), and biodiversity, evolution and disease This A-Level goes well with: (communicable diseases, disease prevention, the A-Level Biology immune system, biodiversity, classification and evolution). A-Level Mathematics A-Level Physics The second year consists of two further modules: Communication, homeostasis, energy and genetics, evolution and ecosystems. Progression It is likely that you will want to go onto further This A-Level goes well with: study at university. An A-Level in chemistry A-Level Chemistry could help you to get a place on a wide variety of science based degree courses. Chemistry A-Level Physics is essential for medicine, pharmacy and A-Level Physical Education environmental science but it is also a well- respected subject in its own right and suitable for entry into a wide range of professions. Progression Alternatively, it may help you straight into the An A-Level in biology could help you to get a world of work. place on a wide variety of science based degree courses, e.g. medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, pharmacology, physiotherapy, biology, genetics, environmental science/biology, conservation studies, applied biology, nursing and midwifery.

44 WHERE I WANT TO BE A-Level Computing A-Level ICT

A-Level computing has been updated to Studying ICT helps students develop a broad reflect the changes in technology, which are range of skills and knowledge as a basis for transforming everyone’s lives. With the focus progression into further learning. You will create on computational thinking this qualification is knowledge and understanding of information an ideal choice for those looking for a scientific systems within a range of organisations, build exploration of the world of computing. The an understanding of the main principles of qualifications are a great foundation for anyone solving problems using ICT and develop project thinking of further study or progression to a range management skills and an understanding of the of engineering, science, computing and ICT need to work with others. Students who study degrees. ICT usually progress onto higher education to study a related course or into business, What will I study? economics and media.

• Fundamentals of programming What will I study? • Fundamentals of data structures • Software development In the first year, the applied nature of the course is • Theory of computation reflected in that the majority of the assessment is • Data representation through coursework, with ‘How organisations use • Computer systems ICT’ being the only externally examined module. • Computer architecture and organisation You take two other modules in the first year, • Consequences of computing which will enable you to demonstrate a range • Fundamentals of communicating and of desktop/web publishing and spreadsheet/ networks. database skills.

This A-Level goes well with: In the second year the course provides you with A-Level Mathematics the opportunity to develop more advanced project management, publishing and spreadsheet A-Level Physics skills. These skills are extremely important for A-Level ICT those students who have a keen interest in progressing to university to study ICT or for those

who would like to start their career in an ICT (STEM) & Maths Engineering Technology, Science, Progression environment. It is likely that you will want to go onto further study at university. Students who study This A-Level goes well with: computing can go on to a wide range of careers A-Level Business Studies and degree programs: medicine, law, business, politics, further computing, ICT or games design. A-Level Computing A-Level Economics

Progression The range of organisations employing graduates from ICT is extensive. Employers in retail, financial services, telecommunications, broadcast media, digital media, manufacturing, transport, tourism, the public sector and healthcare are all looking for graduates with knowledge in ICT. There is growth and demand in cyber security, mobile development and cloud computing.

45 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk A-Level Mathematics A-Level Further

Do you like solving problems? Have you got a Mathematics clear and logical mind? Do you like a challenge? If so A-Level Mathematics is the subject for you. A-Level Further Mathematics is suitable for Mathematics is not only interesting, but the skills someone who particularly enjoys mathematics that are developed are much sought after by and relishes a challenge. It will extend your employers. The aim of the course is to not only knowledge gained in mathematics, enhance your enhance students’ knowledge of pure maths but problem-solving skills and give you an insight also the application of mathematics, and build into a variety of areas of mathematics, which upon what you have learnt in school. you would otherwise not encounter. It especially compliments physics since it gives greater What will I study? knowledge of applied mathematics.

This specification has the widest range of What will I study? modules to choose from. For all A-level Maths syllabi you will study three units each year. In During the first year you will study 3 units. You the first year you will study the compulsory units will study one pure module; Further Pure 1; Core 1 and Core 2. In addition to the compulsory this will cover areas such as complex numbers, units we also study an applied unit, which is matrices and curve sketching. In addition to Pure Statistics 1. In the second year we study Core 3 & Maths, you will also study two applied modules, 4, where you will meet topics such as: differential the first of which will be Decision 1. Decision 1 equations, partial fractions and functions, whilst covers areas known as operational research and the applied unit is Mechanics 1. includes topics such as: networks, critical path analysis and simulations. The second applied This A-Level goes well with: unit will be Statistics 2 where you will further A-Level Biology knowledge of different types of distribution such as the Normal and Poisson. In your second year A-Level Chemistry you will study Further Pure 2 and a further two A-Level Psychology applied modules, typically Mechanics 2 and 3, where you will encounter techniques such as A-Level Further Mathematics moments, frameworks and centre of mass. You will build upon knowledge gained in both AS- Progression Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics. We will help students prepare for any university entrance exam for a mathematics-based degree. This A-Level goes well with: This includes an entrance exam for universities A-Level Biology such as Oxford but we will also provide help and A-Level Chemistry guidance for the Sixth Term Exam Papers (STEP), which some Universities such as Warwick and A-Level Economics Durham require students to undertake if they A-Level Mathematics wish to study a mathematics degree.

Gaining an A-Level in mathematics provides both Progression universities and employers with the evidence of Studying A-Level Further Mathematics is someone with the ability to recognise problems extremely useful since it compliments many and produce clear and concise solutions. It would other subjects especially physics and computing. be useful for those who wished to study a degree If you wish to study a maths-related degree in mathematics, pharmacy, engineering, physics, then studying further maths eases the transition medicine or teaching. between A-Level and higher education since it gives you a greater breadth and depth of mathematical techniques.

46 WHERE I WANT TO BE A-Level Physics

Physics is one of the most exciting and Sarish Khan interesting subjects you can study and it is crucial in understanding the world around us. Discoveries in physics have led to revolutionary inventions, including light bulbs, aeroplanes and the internet, and will certainly contribute to future technological innovations. Physicists study the universe from the smallest subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, combining imagination with systematic reasoning to unlock many of the universe’s secrets.

It is expected that students choosing AS Physics concurrently study AS Mathematics in order to fully understand, access and achieve success on the physics course. It should be noted that AS Mathematics is also an essential entry requirement to study physics or engineering at the majority of universities.

What will I study?

In the first year, you will study: • Development of practical skills in physics • Fundamental data analysis • Physics in action • Understanding processes In the second year, you will study: • Rise and fall of the clockwork universe

• Field and particle physics (STEM) & Maths Engineering Technology, Science,

This A-Level goes well with: A-Level Computing A-Level Mathematics A-Level Further Mathematics

Progression Further study at university in a wide range of physics disciplines from the medical to the astronomical.

Physics is also a firm grounding for further Achieved A-Levels in Maths, Chemistry study in engineering, electronics, computing, and Biology mathematics and other core sciences. Physics is unrivalled at providing analytical skills, which Progressed to the University of Bradford to are highly transferable to a wide range of study Clinical Science and Medicine other subjects.

47 For more information: Call The Hub on 01254 29 29 29 or apply now visit blackburn.ac.uk How to apply

WHEN YOU KNOW WHAT A-LEVEL STUDY PROGRAMME YOU WANT, YOU CAN APPLY:

ONLINE VIA EMAIL

You can complete an application form You can download and print an online at: electronic version of the application form, complete it and email it to: www.blackburn.ac.uk/apply [email protected]

IN PERSON VIA POST

THE APPLICATION PROCESS To apply for, and enrol on a study programme at Blackburn College you will need to take 6 easy steps:

•1 Find the right A-Levels you want to study and apply via post, online, email or in person

•2 You will be invited in for an interview to discuss your chosen A-Level subjects

•3 You will receive an o¢er for the A-Level study programme that is right for you

•4 Accept your place

•5 We will send your enrolment information in the post. Enrolment normally happens in August once you have received your GCSE results.

•6 Enrolment - you are now o¨cially a Blackburn College student – you will receive a letter to conﬁrm your start date. Congratulations! Answers to our frequently asked questions can be found at www.blackburn.ac.uk/apply 48 WHERE I WANT TO BE