Penwith College Further Education Prospectus discover the difference Welcome
It has been another remarkable Tertiary colleges such as this To deliver these high levels year of success for Truro and one have established a very of student achievement, we Penwith College. high reputation for the quality of focus constantly on providing their specialist post-16 expertise outstanding teaching, Our students have achieved and learning environments, for exceptional personal support, record-breaking results across the wide range and flexibility and world-class facilities. Our the whole range of our offer, of the courses they offer on impressive academies at the in partnership with excellent both academic and vocational College provide a platform for teaching and support staff who pathways, and for their students to pursue excellence deliver the highest standards examination results. in specific fields such as of education. The College sports, medicine, music, art, continues to expand its world- Truro and Penwith College is and enterprise, alongside their class facilities and to enhance a leading example of a Tertiary chosen course. They also access and opportunity for college and is recognised ensure that specialised guidance students across Cornwall. nationally as one of the very best and support is available providers of post-16 education for applications to the most We are one of the very best and training. Results for A Level, competitive degree courses and colleges in the country and were vocational courses, work-based to the most selective universities. delighted when Ofsted again learning and the International designated us Outstanding in Baccalaureate have been As you explore our prospectus, its most recent inspection of our exceptional again this year. you will see the level of passion work. Our students not only achieve and commitment we bring to all outstanding outcomes, but the aspects of College life. I hope best progression opportunities you will decide to become a part into Higher Education and of our College, and in doing so employment which follow from create your own outstanding those outcomes. It is their experiences, achievements and success that allows us to present futures. ourselves with confidence as the best educational institution for David Walrond you to pursue your ambitions. Truro and Penwith College Principal
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Course Listing 04
Outstanding Education 06 Outstanding Results 08 Outstanding Experiences 10 Outstanding Academies 13 Outstanding Opportunities 14
Options Explained 16
Courses & Training Programmes 20
Apprenticeships 22 Art & Design 38 Automotive Engineering 42 Business & Law 46 Care, Community & Education 50 Computing & IT 54 Construction 58 Employability 64 English & Languages 66 Food, Catering & Hospitality 70 Foundation Studies 74 Hair & Beauty 76 Humanities & Social Sciences 80 Mathematics 84 Media, Games & Photography 88 Music & Performing Arts 94 Science 98 Sport & Public Services 102
Academies 106
The Low-down 112 Frequently Asked Questions 119 Your Journey to College 120 Lifelong Learning 122
How to Apply 124 We are open. Visit us 125 Index 126
03 Course Listing A Levels You can study a wide variety of subjects and Music & Performing Arts 94 Vocational keep your options open. You will choose Drama & Theatre Studies 96 up to five subjects at AS Level (first year) Music 96 These work-related qualifications will and most students will continue with four prepare you for progression to Higher subjects at A2 Level in the second year. Science 98 Education or employment. They are A Levels are Level 3 courses. Biology 100 excellent choices if you know the area of Environmental Science 100 study or career pathway you wish to pursue. Art & Design 38 Chemistry 100 These courses are available at Level (L) 1, Fine Art 40 Physics 100 2 and 3. Illustration/Graphics 40 Sport & Public Services 102 Art & Design 38 Business & Law 46 Physical Education 104 Art & Design L1 Progression 41 Business Studies 49 Art & Design UAL L2 Progression 41 Law 49 Art & Design UAL L3 Extended Diploma 41 Economics 49 Subsidiary Automotive Engineering 42 Computing & IT 54 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Computer Science 56 Diploma & L1 Diploma 44 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair English & Languages 66 Extended Cert/ L2 Diploma 44 English Language 68 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair English Language & Literature 68 Diploma L3 Diploma 44 English Literature 68 French 69 Subsidiary Certificates and Diplomas are Business & Law 46 Spanish 69 an excellent addition if you are studying A Business L3 Extended Diploma 49 Levels. It can add breadth to your academic Humanities & Social Sciences 80 programme and provide a vocationally Care, Community & Education 50 Geography 82 relevant dimension. The Level 3 course is Health & Social Care L1 Diploma 52 Philosophy of Religion & Ethics 82 equivalent to one A Level. Children’s Play, Learning & Development History 82 L2 Progression 53 Politics 82 Care, Community & Education 50 Health & Social Care L2 Progression 53 Psychology 83 Health & Social Care Level 3 Extended Childcare & Education CACHE L3 Sociology 83 Certificate 52 Extended Diploma 53 Health & Social Care L3 Extended Mathematics 84 Computing & IT 54 Diploma 53 Mathematics 86 Information Technology Level 3 Mathematics (Further) 86 Subsidiary Diploma 56 Computing & IT 54 Computing Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma 56 Information & Creative Technology L2 Media, Games & Photography 88 Progression 56 Film Studies 90 Media, Games & Photography 88 Computing L3 Extended Diploma 57 Media Studies 90 Games Development Level 3 Subsidiary Information Technology L3 Extended Photography 90 Diploma 92 Diploma 57
Music & Performing Arts 94 Music Practitioner Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma 96 04 Construction 58 Apprenticeships Construction Bricklaying L1 Diploma 60 Craft Masonry & Bricklaying L2 32 Carpentry & Joinery L1 Diploma 60 Apprenticeships are an opportunity to earn a Maintenance Operations L2 32 Painting & Decorating L1 Diploma 60 real wage, gain practical skills and complete Painting & Decorating L2 32 Architectural Joinery L2 Technical nationally-recognised qualifications while Plastering L2 33 Certificate 60 working for a local business. Property Maintenance L2 33 Bricklaying L2 Technical Certificate 62 Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery L2 33 Painting & Decorating L2 Diploma 62 Automotive & Engineering Bricklaying L3 33 Site Carpentry L2 Technical Certificate 62 General Welding L2 25 Painting & Decorating L3 34 Architectural Joinery L3 Advanced Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair L2 25 Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery L3 34 Technical Diploma 63 Manufacturing Engineering CNC L3 25 Bricklaying L3 Advanced Technical Mechanical Maintenance Engineer L3 25 Food, Catering & Hospitality Diploma 63 Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair L3 26 Commis Chef L2 34 Painting & Decorating L3 Advanced Multi-Position Welder L3 26 Hospitality Team Member L2 34 Technical Diploma 63 Chef de Partie L3 35 Site Carpentry L3 Advanced Technical Business & Law Hospitality Supervisor L3 35 Diploma 63 Business Administration L2 26 Senior Chef in Production Cooking L3 35 Customer Service Practitioner L2 26 Employability 64 Retailer L2 28 Hair & Beauty L2 Certificate Employability 65 Assistant Accountant L3 28 Barbering L2 36 Business Administration L3 28 Beauty Therapy L2 36 Food, Catering & Hospitality 70 Digital Marketer L3 28 Hairdressing L2 36 Professional Cookery L1 Diploma 72 Manager L3 29 Beauty Therapy L3 37 Professional Cookery L2 Diploma 72 Medical Administration L3 29 Hairdressing L3 37 Advanced Professional Cookery L3 Retail Team Leader L3 29 Nail Services L3 37 Diploma 72 Care, Community & Education Warehousing Foundation Studies 74 Adult Care Worker L2 30 Warehouse L2 37 Independent Living 75 Children & Young Peoples Workforce L2 30 Skilled For Life 75 Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools L2 31 Hair & Beauty 76 Early Years Educator L3 31 Hair & Beauty Skills L1 Diploma 78 Lead Adult Care Worker L3 31 Beauty Specialist Techniques L2 Specialist Support for Teaching & Diploma 78 Learning in Schools L3 31 Ladies Hairdressing L2 Diploma 79 Beauty Therapy (Tech Level) L3 Diploma 79 Women’s Hairdressing L3 Diploma 79
Media, Games & Photography 88 Games & Media L2 Progression 92 Games, Animation & VFX Skills L3 Extended Diploma 93 Games Design L3 Extended Diploma 93 Lens Based Media UAL L3 Extended Diploma 93
Music & Performing Arts 94 Music Practitioner Rockschool L3 Extended Diploma 97
Sport & Public Services 102 Sport L2 Progression 104 Public Services L3 Extended Diploma 105 Sport & Exercise Science L3 Extended Diploma 105 Sport L3 Extended Diploma 105
05 Outstanding Education Your education and your future couldn’t be in better hands when you choose to join Truro and Penwith College.
We are officially recognised as one of the best colleges in the country and Ofsted has awarded the College ‘Outstanding’ status as a result of its inspection in 2016.
Not only are we the best performing state A Level provider in Cornwall, we are also one of the highest performing colleges nationally on all courses at all levels. You can choose from a huge range of A Levels, Vocational courses and Apprenticeships, all taught by highly-qualified, specialist educators. We are also the only college in Cornwall to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and our results place us as the top, non- selective, state provider of the qualification in the country.
The positive and nurturing environment, combined with world-class facilities and exceptional tutors, provides you with the best opportunity to achieve your educational goals. So whether you have a career in mind, or you are still exploring your options, we have the perfect course for you.
It’s time to be Outstanding.
06 Ofsted inspectors reveal why studying at Truro and Penwith College is the best way to secure your dream university place, career and future:
“There is a culture of striving for excellence and continuous improvement, which is evident across the whole organisation.”
“Teachers are highly skilled, apply their expertise to great effect in planning lessons, and bring a passion to their teaching that challenges and inspires learners to make rapid progress.”
“Learners make exceptional progress, often well above that which their expectations and their qualifications on entry would predict.”
“Excellent facilities and resources for learning.”
“Learners enjoy great success because of the ethos of aspiration and achievement that pervades the College."
Read the full report on our website truro-penwith.ac.uk
07 Outstanding Results While we know you will have the time of your life at Truro and Penwith College, it is of course your results that matter.
Fortunately, you will be studying at one of the best non-selective Colleges in the country when it comes to academic achievement. Truro and Penwith College students achieve significantly higher grades than those predicted by their GCSE results.
The Government’s official national 2016 post-16 Performance Tables show that on every one of the 11 key attainment measures covering both academic and vocational provision, the College’s performance is above both the national and Cornwall averages.
08 A Levels Vocational
In 2017 our students achieved A record-equalling 86% of Nearly 1000 students Mark Arnold, Director of Quality outstanding A Level results at students passed with the higher successfully completed their at the College, said: Truro and Penwith College, grades of A-C (compared to the two-year Level 3 vocational which once again has beaten the national A-C grade pass rate of courses this summer with again “The fact that the College national average with more than 77%). most students achieving very offers many full-time, specialist a 99% pass rate. high grades. These figures make occupational and skills-based Very high numbers of Truro and Penwith College one courses alongside over 20 Additionally, students achieved students were successful in of the largest providers of higher different Extended Diploma a 100% pass rate in a total of STEM (Science, Technology, level vocational qualifications courses ensures that students 39 A Level subjects across the Engineering and Maths) A Level nationally, as well as one of are able to choose the right College’s campuses in Truro and subjects: the most successful in terms of course for them. These Penzance. Biology: 155 students achievement levels. exceptional achievements Chemistry: 130 students ensure that our students have On the ‘points per student score’ Physics: 90 students On BTEC Level 3 Extended the best possible progression for A Level, which effectively Mathematics: 241 students Diploma courses, 396 opportunities onto university, into measures the university students achieved at least employment or Apprenticeships.” “currency” students have earned, Very high numbers were also a triple Distinction, which is the college’s score of 819 was successful in other traditional equivalent to three As at A not only well above any other ‘facilitating’ subjects: Level, representing nearly two state provider in Cornwall but English: 339 students thirds of all the students, which also exceeded the national Geography: 138 students is nearly double the national average score by over 50 points. History: 126 students average. Impressively, over half of these students attained the Students achieved significantly very highest grade possible, the higher grades than those triple Distinction star, which is predicted by their GCSE equivalent to three A* grades at results and on this value- A Level. added measure the College outperforms not only the rest of Cornwall but over 95% of the 2,500 state school and college providers in England.
09 Outstanding Experiences When you start at Truro and Penwith College you will meet new people who share your ambitions and will be supported by highly motivated and inspirational tutors.
You will choose your favourite places to hangout as you become familiar with the fantastic facilities in modern, purpose-built buildings. Whether lounging on the grass under the sun, grabbing a coffee before heading to the recording studios to work on your music, or throwing on your trainers and working out at the gym, life around lectures is rich, varied and a lot of fun.
Back in the classrooms, the quality of teaching and modern, industry-standard equipment across the curriculum will inspire you to make continued progress throughout your studies. You will also love experiencing your own transformation, as College prepares you for the next stage of your life.
We know that universities and employers look for talented, well-rounded individuals who know how to excel in an adult environment, so thanks to the College’s vibrant and inclusive social scene, along with some of the best educational, artistic and sporting facilities in the country, you will be in the perfect environment to surpass your goals and lead a life of endless opportunity.
It’s exciting, challenging and rewarding, and the College is here to support you every step of the way.
10 Study in a positive environment with brand-new buildings, facilities and resources
Space to relax, make friends & socialise
State-of-the-art and industry-standard equipment to enhance your learning experience
Fantastic support & guidance to help you get the very most out of College
11 12 Outstanding Academies Whether it is sporting, academic or artistic, by joining an academy you will love being immersed in an environment that will see your skill-levels soar.
The achievements of our academy students are a huge source of pride for all involved, with many representing their country in sport, gaining national recognition with their music or breaking new ground in their chosen field of study.
Your time with your academy doesn’t interfere with your full-time course studies and will lead to incredible opportunities.
Just ask Jack Nowell, England RFU player and Six nations Grand Slam Champion or Andrew Henderson, professional football freestyler who claimed the Red Bull Street Style World Final title in Brazil, about how academies have helped change their lives. Truro and Penwith College can help you take that step from Cornwall to the world stage.
Find out more on page 106.
13 Outstanding Opportunities The combination of brilliant facilities, expert tuition and a positive campus atmosphere allow you to achieve your true potential.
Former and current pupils are having the most incredible experiences thanks to their ambition and the support given to all pupils at Truro and Penwith College. We will help you get where you want to go, no matter where in the world that may be. Here is just a taster:
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1 The Rugby Academy have toured Japan, Canada, Dubia and South Africa 2 Italian students immerse themselves in the culture of Venice 3 A Level and IB students visit Swaziland and raise funds for orphaned children 4 Spanish students have hit the heights of Machu Picchu in Peru 5 Biology students help to assess the biodiversity of Cusuco National Park in Honduras and study the Coral Reefs of Roatan Island 6 Performing Arts students see the bright lights of Broadway in New York City 7 Geography students have memories to last a lifetime from Iceland 14 Ben Kent and Ben Hicks represented Great Britain in the Triathlon World Championships in Chicago. Elite athletes at the College are given personalised coaching and bespoke training programmes to ensure they reach their full potential.
Jack Nowell and Luke Cowen-Dickie have travelled the world securing glory for England and Cornwall. Our Sports Academies have students playing at the very highest levels of their chosen sports, representing their country across the globe.
Clarinet player Jacob Perry travelled to Kentucky, US as part of the Piccadilly Symphony Orchestra, the ‘orchestra in residence’ at The International Conductors Festival. The music facilities and lecturers at College ensure you hit all the right notes in your musical career.
Sam Palladio is an actor and musician who stars as Gunnar Scott in the musical drama series Nashville. Supported by his tutors, Sam had a band called ‘Liquid Sister’ at Truro 15 College and gigged around Cornwall. Don’t let anyone tell you Hollywood is a dream too far. Options Explained Are you aware just how many options there are for you? You have so much choice.
If you want to stay in full-time education, you can choose subjects that interest you, either a variety at A Level, or specialising in one area on a Vocational course. You may decide classroom-based learning isn’t for you anymore. Many of our full-time Vocational courses are practically based, or you could start an Apprenticeship, learning while at work and coming to College on specific days. We also offer programmes for those with no prior qualifications and who are seeking employment or access to full-time education.
All of these options will give you an advantage whether you want to find a job or go on to university. We’ll help you make the choice that’s right for you.
For more information and to discuss your options in further detail make sure you come along to one of our many open events. Here you will also get the opportunity to see our fantastic facilities and find out about your life as a student at one of the best colleges in the country.
Please see page 125 for our open event dates.
Please note, at the time of going to print the College is awaiting clarification from awarding bodies regarding provision, which will be approved to run from 2018.
16 New GCSE Grades Explained Foundation Studies (Entry & Level 1) The new GCSEs will be graded 1 to 9, with 9 being the top grade. Grade C and above = Grade 4 and above How long is it? Various durations.
What do you need? No prior qualification required.
9 What is it? These Entry Level and Level 1 courses are designed A* to enable students with learning difficulties and disabilities to obtain 8 the skills they need to participate within the community. Many A programmes are tailored to your individual need and have a flexible 7 approach.
6 B Progression (Level 1 & 2) 5 C How long is it? 1 year. 4 What do you need? Progression 1: No prior qualification required. Progression 2: You are required to achieve 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 including English Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths.
D What is it? These courses are focused on progression, either to 3 further study or into employment. You will develop knowledge and E understanding by applying your learning and skills in a work-related F 2 context. 1 Progression 1 pathways include Functional Skills English and Maths G up to Level 1 and a Work Skills qualification. Achievement at Level 1 is essential for progression onto Level 2 courses. A Progression 1 Vocational Taster course is also available to allow you to sample many different subject areas. Progression 2 is the pathway to Level 3 U U courses including Extended Diplomas and in specific instances, to A Levels. Progression 2 involves Level 2 English and maths plus a vocational qualification. This provides the platform for progression to a wide range of courses. Assessment will be through a combination of external examination and coursework. Employability (Level 1, 2 & 3)
How long is it? Various durations. Subsidiary Diploma & Extended What do you need? No prior qualification required. Certificate/Diploma (Level 3) What is it? These programmes put an equal emphasis on qualifications and work experience leading to an Apprenticeship, How long is it? Two years. Further Education or paid employment. What do you need? Four GCSEs at Grade C or above or a Level 2 You will be able to develop your skills to ensure that you are ready Diploma in appropriate subjects. and able to obtain a full-time job or an Apprenticeship. Alternatively you may decide that after your work placement, Further Education What is it? The Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and Extended Certificate/ is required to obtain your career aspirations; as a Truro and Penwith Diploma are an excellent addition if you are studying A Levels. They College student you will have access to all of the relevant courses can add breadth to an academic programme of study and provide a that the College has to offer. vocationally relevant dimension. The six-unit qualification is equivalent to one A Level. Assessment is through coursework and evaluation of practical skills including a final major project.
17 Apprenticeships (Level 2 & 3)
How long is it? A minimum of 12 months.
What do you need? There are no formal requirements as Apprenticeships are not just based on previous academic achievement. Apprenticeships are available to anyone over the age of 16 and start throughout the year, meaning you can apply at a time that suits you most. You will need to be committed, motivated, enthusiastic and reliable. Applicants will typically be interviewed prior to starting an Apprenticeship programme.
What is it? As an Apprentice you will be working for a local business, earning a real wage, gaining practical skills and completing nationally recognised qualifications. Choosing the Apprenticeship route gets you straight into the career of your choice. After finishing, the majority of Apprentices (85%) will stay in employment, with two-thirds (64%) staying with the same employer. You will be employed for at least 30 hours per week and take part in a mixture of taught courses, workshops, work-based assessments and e-learning. You will also have a dedicated training adviser who will help and support you throughout your Apprenticeship.
For further details please call 01872 242711 or contact one of our Apprenticeship recruitment co-ordinators by email at [email protected]
Technical Courses (Level 1, 2 & 3)
How long is it? Various durations depending on subject and level.
What do you need? Hair, Beauty and Catering Level 1: 3 GCSEs at Grade 2 including English Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths.
Hair, Beauty and Catering Level 2: 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 plus either English Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths at Grade 4.
Construction Level 1: 2 GCSEs at Grade 2 including English Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths.
Motor Vehicle Level 1: 3 GCSEs at Grade 2 including English Language (or English Literature), Maths and a Science.
Level 3 Technical Courses require successful completion of a lower- level qualification in an appropriate subject.
What is it? Technical qualifications involve studying both the theory and practical elements of your chosen subject. These will enable you For course information to develop occupational knowledge and progress into industry. and specific entry requirements
18 A Level (Level 3) Extended Diploma (Level 3)
How long is it? AS Level: One year / A2 Level: Two years How long is it? Two years - In year one you will complete a Level 3 Foundation Diploma before progressing to gain the full Extended What do you need? 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above in appropriate Diploma at the end of Year 2 unless otherwise stated. subjects, to include English Language or Literature and/or Maths at Grade 5 or above and with specific relevant subjects related to your What do you need? 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 to include either English A Level choices at Grade 6 and above. Language or Literature and/or Maths. A Level 2 Diploma at Merit in an appropriate subject can also be considered (plus English and/or What is it? Advanced Level programmes consist of formal lectures, Maths). class activities and assessments, set homework and problem solving. For each subject, you will also be required to undertake several hours What is it? Previously known as the National Diploma, the of independent study. Modern study facilities are available in the 180 credit, 18-unit qualification is referred to as the Extended College and successful students use these effectively. Diploma. This Diploma is equivalent to three subjects at A Level. It is an excellent route if you have decided on the broad area of Students who successfully complete the AS Level units in Year 1 employment you wish to pursue. The combination of a range of may progress to A2 Level in Year 2 where further units are assessed. specialist modules with the depth of knowledge acquired enables you We strongly encourage a broad programme for A Level students. to progress successfully into higher education or into employment. Most subject specifications will contain a combination of examinations You will also be required to undertake several hours of independent and coursework assessment. study. Assessment is through coursework, external written assessments and evaluation of practical skills. From 2017 all A Levels will be delivered in the new linear format with no qualification at the end of year one. Academic assessment for Linear A Levels will take place at the end of two years of study. A Levels are however, also available as a stand alone one year AS Level qualification. These AS Level qualifications do not lead on to the second year of study and a full A Level qualification.
Unsure which option or course is right for you? Find out more at our Open Events. Check out page 125 for details Course Levels Explained Entry Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
GCSE Grade 2 - 3 GCSE Grade 4 - 9 Foundation Studies Personal & Professional Development Options Technical Courses (Vocational)
Apprenticeships Progression L1 Progression L2 Extended Diploma L3 Subsidiary Diploma / Extended Cert/Dip L3 A Levels
19 Courses & Training Programmes
20 21 Administration Accountancy Automotive Engineering Engineering Business Catering Apprenticeships Childcare Construction Hair & Beauty Health & Social Care Hospitality Teaching Management Retail
22 An Apprenticeship - Is it right for you?
Apprenticeships are for anyone over the age of 16. Entry requirements vary by programme and take into account practical experience as well as academic qualifications. Apprenticeships are the ideal option for someone looking to earn while they learn as a full time employee at a local business. You can do an Apprenticeship with a current employer, or use them to find a new job and take your first steps on the career ladder. Training is available at four levels - Levels 2 and 3 are covered in this prospectus:
• Advanced (Level 3) equivalent to 2 A Levels. • Intermediate (Level 2) foundation training needed to start a career in your chosen sector (equivalent to 5 GCSEs at A*-C).
Contact the College’s Apprenticeship team or come to a College Open Event to find out more. Discuss your options and identify the best Apprenticeship for you. Please note, some Apprenticeship programmes are only delivered at the Truro or Penwith campus. Contact us to check where your preferred programme is delivered.
Find out more and view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships or call us on 01872 242711
We can’t speak any more highly of the Apprenticeship scheme. It’s great to see the development of these young workers.
Mark Holden Victoria Inn 23 Contact the Apprenticeship team or come How to become to a College Open Event to find out more. an Apprentice Discuss your options and identify the best Apprenticeship for you. See page 125 for Open Event dates or contact the team on 01872 242711.
Meet the tutor from the department where you will be trained, I don’t have an Arrange an discuss the programme and make sure it’s right for you. employer and interview with want to start an the College Apprenticeship
If you are not employed you will need to find an Apprenticeship job We advertise all of our Apprenticeship jobs online at www.truro- before you start your training. Apply for an penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeshipvacancies, our Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Recruitment Team will support you with your application. If we don’t have a vacancy in your chosen sector we will look to Job create one at a local business.
As with any job application, if you are shortlisted you will be Attend an invited to an interview with the employer. This is often an employer informal chat to ensure the employer is right for you and, in interview turn, you are right for the employer.
I wish to start an If you are doing your Apprenticeship with a new employer, Start your you will start work. Your employer will introduce you to the Apprenticeship with Apprenticeship business and allocate a mentor or line manager to support you. my current employer A training advisor from the College will also support you and your employer throughout the Apprenticeship, and will arrange Your employer will need to contact regular meetings in the workplace. us to discuss the Apprenticeship programmes available for you so we can work together to prepare for you to start your You will learn while working for your employer, your training Apprenticeship. Learn and advisor will support to ensure your role is relevant to your Develop qualification. You will also have “off the job” training sessions with the College.
Complete your Achieve your qualification and complete your Apprenticeship training. Apprenticeship
Progress in Continue your career with the same employer and/or progress to the next level of the Apprenticeship. your career
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship General Welding Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Why choose this course? This course is suitable for candidates who Why choose this course? The qualifications in this Apprenticeship want to become skilled welders in areas such as: automotive, marine, are highly valued by the industry not only in the UK, but transport, and general fabrication and construction. internationally, and are awarded by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI). The programme is designed for Apprentices who are new to What will I learn? You will learn how to produce high quality welds motor vehicle and work in dealership or work for an independent using welding processes. Whilst meeting international standards garage. for dimensional and surface inspection, you will be able to position, prepare and check welding equipment and materials whilst receive, What will I learn? During the course you will learn about health and handle and maintain consumables. You will ensure that health and safety; good housekeeping in the automotive environment; and how safety requirements and potential hazards are fully accounted for to use materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices. You will in everything that you do whilst minimising welding defects. You will learn about light vehicle maintenance which includes cooling system understand the major components of welding equipment, common units and components as well as air and exhaust system units and arc welding processes, joint types and positions and know the basics components. You will understand how to remove and replace light of welding quality documents, reporting systems and procedure vehicle’s electric, chassis, transmission and driveline units and specification. components. You will be able to identify and agree motor vehicle customer service needs and learn to inspect light vehicles using Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress prescribed methods and skills. onto the Multi Position Welding - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3), to pursue roles such as; multi-positional welder, high integrity welder Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could move or welding instruction and teaching, welding inspection and managing onto a higher level Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Advanced and supervising welding operations. Apprenticeship (Level 3).
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Manufacturing Engineering CNC Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentice Why choose this course? This course is suitable for those who want machinists working in the Advanced Manufacturing sector. to become mechanical maintenance engineers, and are involved in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of equipment. What will I learn? You will learn how to produce highly skilled, complex and precise work from specialist materials using What will I learn? On this course you will learn about industrial conventional and/or CNC machine tools. You will be aware of the health, safety and environmental working practices and regulations typical problems that can occur during the machining process and whilst maintaining quality standards. This will include risk awareness how they can be resolved. Apprentices will learn to use mathematical and using critical reasoning to identify and solve problems. You will techniques to interpret technical drawings, documents and data. be able to communicate effectively whilst working with others. It will You will learn to comply with statutory, quality, organisational and allow you to carry out maintenance and test the performance of plants health and safety regulations, ensuring the appropriate materials, and equipment along with locating, diagnosing and rectifying faults if tools and equipment are being used. You will understand devices, needed. You will learn to use machinery and specialist equipment and cutting tools, and setting up procedures, as well as the practical and how to position, assemble, install and dismantle mechanical plant and theoretical uses of the machines used and the efficient and effective equipment. All will be done whilst behaving ethically and contributing approaches to machining processes. You will learn about business to sustainable development. improvement techniques such as recommending and contributing to new procedures or ways of working in order to be more efficient and Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue cost effective. your career as a mechanical maintenance engineer and progress within your organisation. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able to continue your career as a machinist manufacturing engineer and progress within your organisation.
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Multi-Position Welder
Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is suited for general welders working as motor vehicle technicians, who service and repair light who have completed their intermediate training and are looking to vehicles such as cars and vans, and work in either dealerships that progress to a multi-position welder role. focus on one manufacturer, or for an independent garage that deals with many different types of vehicle. What will I learn? You will learn how to produce high quality welds that meet international standards using multiple welding processes What will I learn? On this course you will further your skills with the and material combinations in all welding positions. You will be able aim of becoming a qualified diagnostic technician. Areas covered by to position, prepare and check welding equipment and materials this course include, advanced engine technology, lubrication systems, whilst receive, handle and maintain consumables. You will ensure cooling systems and engine management systems. You will also that health and safety requirements and potential hazards are fully develop in depth knowledge of electric system, including CAN Bus, accounted for in everything you do whilst minimising welding defects. flex ray and fiber optics systems. Chassis units will also be studied You will understand the major components of welding equipment including elements of ABS, ESP, advanced suspension and steering including physical and mechanical properties of materials, common systems as well as transmission systems including clutches, manual arc welding processes, joint types and positions and know the basics and automatic gearboxes, final drive units and differentials. You will of welding quality documents, reporting systems and procedure learn to diagnose and rectify vehicle engine units and component, specification. You will also be able to address the different types of auxiliary equipment and electrical faults. welding consumables, including the correct storage, handling and recycling of them. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in your career as a motor vehicle technician. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could look to progress into other roles such as; high integrity welder, welding instruction and teaching, welding inspection and management or supervisory roles.
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Business Administration Customer Service Practitioner
Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices starting their career in administrative roles where organisation, within any sector or organisation who are the first point of contact to planning, systems, communication, IT, dealing with customers and customers and need to deliver a high-quality service. supporting team members and managers are all important. What will I learn? This course will enable you to know your What will I learn? You will develop an understanding of employee customers, their needs and priorities and the best way to meet and rights and obligations, including an understanding of equality and manage their expectations. You will be able to understand your diversity and what is expected of an employer. You will learn to organisation’s core values and internal policies and procedures manage your performance and development through SMART such as complaints processes and digital media policies. Meeting targets, career development goals, work-life balance, and feedback. the organisation’s targets and goals will be done using a range of Communicating in a business environment, both verbally and non- communication skills to build rapport and achieve positive customer verbally, will be covered along with learning to develop working engagement. You will work towards communicating effectively using relationships. You will study business goals and objectives and learn the appropriate styles and tone of voice, dealing with customer how these align with strategy, all with a view to making a positive conflict and challenge and ensuring all customers are treated equally contribution to your workplace. and with respect.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in to progress to the next level; Business Administration - Advanced your career in customer service, or progress to an appropriate Level Apprenticeship (Level 3). 3 Apprenticeship in a relevant area e.g. Business Administration or Retail Team Leader. Find out more & view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships 26 Faye Endean Business Administration Level 2
I would recommend Apprenticeships to anyone and everyone, especially those leaving secondary school who don’t necessarily like a full-on learning environment, and would prefer to go straight into work. You’re still learning every day, just with more practical experience.
Faye is from Truro and previously attended Penair School
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Retailer Assistant Accountant
Why choose this course? This course is appropriate for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is ideal for Apprentices who regularly assist customers, process payments and who are working as an assistant accountant or within the finance department passionate about delivering a quality service that exceeds customer of an organisation. expectations. What will I learn? In the first year you will study the AAT Certificate What will I learn? You will learn to understand ways to establish in Accounting, which will enable you to work effectively in finance and good rapport with customers by understanding their needs and covers bookkeeping transactions and controls, a basic introduction use a variety of sales techniques when providing customers with to costing and using accounting software. In the second year, information and actively selling seasonal offers. You will be able to Apprentices study the AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting, which provide service in-line with brand standards and promoting business covers bookkeeping at an advanced level and spreadsheets for values and understand the principles of operating commercially. You accounting. You will also work on preparing final accounts for sole will work both in a team and independently when making responsible traders and partnerships, as well as developing your skills in costing. decisions. You will understand marketing principals in order to This will include how to analyse and report cost and revenue increase market share and overall improve the efficiency and sales of information to support managerial planning, control and decision a business. making. Ethics for accountants will also be covered, highlighting why accountants need to act ethically, including the main principles, what Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can choose is meant by ethical behaviour at work and when / how to take action to progress onto the Retail Team Leader - Advanced Apprenticeship when unethical behaviour or illegal acts are encountered. (Level 3). Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able to progress onto a Professional Accounting Technician - Higher Find out more & view all our vacancies online: Apprenticeship (Level 4). truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Business Administration Digital Marketer
Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices starting their career in administrative roles where organisation, who work within media and marketing who are designing, building planning, systems, communication, IT, dealing with customers and and implementing digital campaigns across a variety of online and supporting team members and managers are all important. social media platforms. They will have responsibility for some of the straightforward elements of the overall marketing plan and will work to What will I learn? You will develop an understanding of employee marketing briefs and instructions. rights and obligations, including an understanding of equality and diversity and what is expected of an employer. You will work on What will I learn? You will learn about marketing principles, internal and external communication skills through effective models including coding, and how to use digital tools effectively. You will also and methods and the key principles of marketing and the sales understand the customer lifecycle such as how to build customer process. Using, understanding and analysing data will be covered, loyalty and respond effectively to customer enquiries online. You will including financial management. You will evaluate businesses develop your skills in written communication to a variety of audiences successes and failures and how it can grow and develop. Through through a range of platforms including social media and e-mail the use of negotiation and presentation skills, you will learn how marketing. You will learn about search engine optimisation, web and when to use negotiation and the different approaches you can analytics and metrics and different mobile aps. You will learn about develop, then deliver effective and professional presentations using marketing briefs and plans, and how they work. different media types. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able your career as a digital marketer. The College offers a number of to progress to the next level; Business Administration - Higher accredited and non-accredited management and marketing courses Apprenticeship Level 4 or a range of business and management to help you progress in your career. programmes.
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Manager Medical Administration
Why choose this course? This course is for Apprentices in their Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices first line management role, those with operational and project who assist professional healthcare teams, providing specialist skills management responsibilities, or those who are responsible for for administrative or secretarial support within the healthcare sector. managing a team. What will I learn? You will learn medical terminology, principles and What will I learn? During this course you will learn about self- medical knowledge for administration in a healthcare environment. awareness, self-management and emotional intelligence. You will The course will develop your skills to provide and manage efficient be able to manage time effectively and can lead others through communication in a medical environment, learning about medical performance management and motivation. To support this, you will word processing and audio transcription. You will also learn to learn about coaching, building relationships and how to negotiate produce high quality PowerPoint presentations. and influence others in working effectively. You will know how to deal with conflict and communicate in difficult conversations. Operational Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship there are a management, including planning, allocating work and reporting on variety of progression routes including a range of management and performance will be highlighted. You will also have the ability to make leadership programmes (Level 4). decisions and solve potential problems. You will be able to understand project management and finance.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in Commercial your career as a manager or supervisor, the College offers a number of accredited and non-accredited management courses, including ILM Awareness Awards at Level 4, 5 and 7. When finishing, Apprentices have gained a broad range of real experience and knowledge of how businesses operate and have made important contacts with real businesses.
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Retail Team Leader
Why choose this course? This course is designed for Apprentices new to, or have no formal qualifications in, a retail team leader role. Team leaders offer critical support to managers, delivering exceptional customer service and a positive experience, and may have to deputise for managers in their absence.
What will I learn? In this course you will understand the customer profile and purchase habits throughout the year. You will motivate the team to hit business targets and how to achieve purposes of the business. You will learn how to maximise financial performance through your team. Merchandising and product features will be covered, as well as factors that can affect the sales and promotions of them. You will keep updated on the technology within retail and how to communicate effectively. You will be able to ensure legal compliance, and operating in line with organisational policies including equality and diversity.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue your career in retail team leading, and further your career with higher- level management qualifications.
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Adult Care Worker
Why choose this course? This course is suitable for anyone who is new to the sector and would like to pursue a career in health and social care. It would also suit those already working in the sector in a care assistant type role.
What will I learn? You will learn how to care for individuals and to make a positive difference to their lives by delivering care and support with kindness, consideration, dignity and respect. You will be able to demonstrate courage and study the appropriate channels to use if the individuals you support are at risk, using effective communication, which is central to successful caring relationships and effective team working. You will show competence and commitment to improve the experience of people who need support whilst safeguarding. You will promote health and wellbeing while developing core skills, including verbal and written communication and improving professional working relationships.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in your role of adult care worker or progress onto Lead Adult Care Worker Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3).
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Children & Young Peoples Workforce
Why choose this course? This course is designed for Apprentices who are new to the childcare sector or for those who have limited responsibilities and are working under close supervision.
What will I learn? You will learn and demonstrate safeguarding, reviewing legislation and guidelines, and knowing how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused, including e-safety. You will learn about child and young person development and understand the main stages of child development from 0 - 19 years. You will understand health and safety and certain policies and procedures, including recognising risks and hazards, as well as being given an introduction to equality and inclusion. You will constantly overcome barriers and establish strategies to improve communication whilst understanding the importance of partnerships with carers.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress onto an Early Years Educator Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3).
Find out more & view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Supporting Teaching & Learning in Early Years Educator Schools Why choose this course? This course is designed for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is designed for learning working in a childcare setting, working on their own and/or supervising support staff such as a teaching assistants, classroom assistants, others. learning support assistants and additional needs assistants. What will I learn? In this course you will learn about health and What will I learn? You will learn about schools as organisations wellbeing and will be able to support healthy lifestyles through and review policies and legislation, and the impact this has on the exercise, food and nutrition. This includes promoting children’s sector. This includes safeguarding the welfare of children and young emotional well-being and understanding how to support children who people - reviewing legislation, guidelines and how to respond to are unwell. You will understand legislation and cover safeguarding, evidence or concerns that a child or young person is being harmed or health and safety, equality and inclusion and working in a partnership. abused, including e-safety. The course will enable you to understand You will understand the value of play, how to support children’s child and young person’s development and improve knowledge of transition to school, develop children’s emergent literacy and child development from birth to 19, and the factors that may affect numeracy skills and use longitudinal studies to observe, assess development. You will work towards planning, delivering, assessment and plan for children’s needs. You will work on your professional and review on support learning activities. development - the options and values of continued professional development. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could progress onto an advanced Apprenticeship as well as a range of short courses Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue or regulatory training. in your role as an early years educator, or seek further training at university level (4 and 5) with courses such as FdA Childhood Education (3 - 8 yrs) or FdA Children and Young Peoples Workforce (0 - 19 yrs).
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Lead Adult Care Worker Specialist Support for Teaching & Learning in Schools Why choose this course? This course is designed for those who have already achieved the Intermediate (Level 2) Adult Care Worker Why choose this course? This qualification is suitable for Apprenticeship and have progressed onto a more senior role with Apprentices who are experienced teaching assistants who support higher levels of responsibility. The Advanced Apprenticeship may also teaching and learning in a primary, secondary or specialist school. suit those already working in the care sector in a senior caring role. You will be working under the direction of a teacher but will also be able to use your own initiative. What will I learn? You will study an integrated programme of knowledge and skills, which are developed alongside core values What will I learn? You will learn about schools as organisations and and behaviours, expected of a competent care worker operating in review policies and legislation and the impact on the sector. This this regulated field. You will demonstrate professional practice, code includes safeguarding the welfare of children and young people - of conduct and teamwork and use the ‘6 C’s’ - care, compassion, reviewing legislation, guidelines and how to respond to evidence or courage, communication, competence and commitment. You will concerns that a child or young person is being harmed or abused, understand the role of the social care worker, their duty of care and including e-safety. The course will enable you to understand child person centred care planning and handling information. You will learn and young person development and improve knowledge of child about health and safety, the responsibilities of employers, employees development from birth to 19, and the factors which may affect and legislation and will learn about infection prevention and control development. You will work towards planning, delivering, assessment and awareness of moving and handling. You will also learn to and review on support learning activities, promoting positive understand about dementia and mental health. behaviour. You will have the possibility of specialising in Special Educational Needs. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue your career as a lead adult care worker. You may want to consider Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could move higher-level specialist qualifications, for example clinical skills, onto Higher Level Teaching Assistant or a Foundation Degree. dementia care, mental health or end of life. 31 Construction Construction
Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Craft Masonry & Bricklaying Maintenance Operations
Why choose this course? This course suits Apprentices who are Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices starting a role as a bricklayer or craft mason within a construction starting their career in the construction industry, who need to develop environment, offering a practical approach and a solid platform for multi-trade skills. You will carry out general repairs and maintenance anyone wishing to develop in this industry. to brickwork, paint, plaster, woodwork and other elements of existing buildings. What will I learn? In this course you will conform to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace as well as the productive What will I learn? You will be able to apply health, safety and working practices. You will learn about moving, handling and welfare in construction whilst learning about the principles of building storing resources in the workplace. You will learn to erect and set construction, information and communication. You will prepare and out masonry structures, cladding and thin joint masonry structures. clean sites before and after building and construction activities. Repair and maintenance on masonry structures and slate and tiled The course will include painting and decorating activities as well as roofing will also be included. You will learn how to produce internal rubbing down, sanding surfaces and plastering duties. You will learn solid plastering finishes and external solid render finishes, as well as about first/second fix carpentry and how to install windows, door placing and finishing non-specialist concrete. frames and skirting boards. You will be able to carry out first and second fit of bathrooms and kitchens including tiling wall and floor Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can move surfaces in the workplace. The course will enable you to work on onto Craft Masonry and Bricklaying Apprenticeship Level 3 to further small-scale building, decorating, plastering, plumbing and carpentry develop your skills. repairs.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship in the Construction sector. Further training is available after Level 3 that will allow you to move to supervisory level.
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Painting & Decorating
Why choose this course? This course is designed for individuals working in painting and decorating and provides a practical approach and a solid platform for anyone wishing to develop in this career path.
What will I learn? You will understand and conform to general health, safety and welfare involved in the industry. You will work on moving, handling and storing resources. You will learn how to effectively apply paint systems by brush and roller and will understand how to prepare surfaces for painting and decorating. As part of general health and safety, you will learn how to correctly erect and dismantle access/ working platforms.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress onto Painting & Decorating Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 or a range of specialist construction or business skills programmes.
Earn while you learn On the job training means that you get paid whilst you learn.
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Plastering Property Maintenance
Why choose this course? The programme is for individuals working Why choose this course? This course suits Apprentices working in the construction industry and wanting to progress further and go within property maintenance and facilities management. onto become a professional plasterer. This course helps you learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and career What will I learn? You will learn to understand and demonstrate progression. the importance of health and safety in the workplace. You will carry out repairs and maintenance internally and externally to buildings What will I learn? In your Apprenticeship you will learn about the and grounds. You will learn how to maintain electrical distribution, principles of building construction whilst developing your knowledge of plumbing and drainage systems and high levels of water hygiene. plastering and how to communicate effectively within the industry. You Whilst doing all of this, you will also understand the importance of will learn how to apply plastering material, dry lining and plasterboards customer service and will learn to record and report information to interiors. Laying sand and cement screeds and applying plastering accurately. You will understand and demonstrate the principles materials to external backgrounds will also be covered. of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and demonstrate implementing energy, environment and sustainable practices. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able to progress onto a range of specialist construction programmes in your Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress area of interest. into a variety of supervisory and management roles e.g. facilities management, or seek further training to specialise in a technical area e.g. electrical or plumbing. Employable Employers think that qualified Apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications.
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery Bricklaying
Why choose this course? The course suits Apprentices who are Why choose this course? This course suits Apprentices who are starting a role as a site carpenter or bench joiner within a construction continuing a role as a bricklayer or craft mason within a construction environment, offering a practical approach and a solid platform for environment with a previous qualification offering a practical approach anyone wishing to develop in this career path. and a solid platform for anyone wishing to develop in this career path.
What will I learn? In this course you will conform to general health, What will I learn? You will progress the skills acquired from your safety and welfare in the workplace as well as the productive previous qualification. Whilst developing and maintaining good working practices. You will also learn about moving, handling and working relationships, you will confirm activities, methods and storing resources in the workplace. Installing first and second resources for occupational method in the work area. You will be able fixing components in the workplace will be covered including how to develop your skills in erecting and setting out complex masonry to maintain non-structural carpentry work. You will use cutting and structures. shaping machines and will learn all about how to use manufacturing routine architectural joinery products in the workplace. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can look for employment in the construction sector as a bricklayer or craft mason. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress This course will also suit existing bricklayers or craft masons assisting directly into employment in the construction sector as a site carpenter them to gain a qualification that will enhance their career prospects. or bench joiner, or advance to further studies at Level 3.
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Painting & Decorating Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery
Why choose this course? This Level 3 course is for individuals Why choose this course? This course suits Apprentices starting continuing to work in painting and decorating following studies a role as a site carpenter or bench joiner within construction. This at Level 2. The programme provides a practical approach and a programme provides practical training and assessment at work solid platform for anyone wishing to develop into the painting and to ensure proficiency in a broad range of skills and meets the decorative industry. occupational requirements to pursue a career within the construction industry. What will I learn? You will develop the skills learnt from your previous qualification whilst building and maintaining working relationships in What will I learn? In this course you will conform to general health, the workplace and learning about the occupational method of work. safety and welfare in the workplace as well as the productive working You will learn how to use different methods of decorating and effects, practices. You will learn about moving, handling and storing resources which can be used on different types of surfaces. This includes in the workplace. Installing first and second fixing components in the complex stencil designs, comb textures finishes, replica marble and workplace will be covered, including how to maintain non-structural grain finishes. Learning how to hang standard and specialised paper and structural carpentry work and carcassing. You will use cutting and wallcoverings will also be covered. shaping machines and will learn all about how to use manufacturing routine architectural joinery and marking out and producing details for Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue them. your career as a qualified painter and decorator, the College’s range of professional training can help you move into management or Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able to supervisory positions. move onto specialist programmes, business skills or management programmes in the construction sector as a site carpenter or bench joiner. Find out more & view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Commis Chef Hospitality Team Member
Why choose this course? This programme is designed for Why choose this course? This course is ideal for Apprentices who Apprentices training as Commis Chefs in fine/casual dining settings are new to, or already work, in situations including front of house, food in restaurants, hotels and gastro pubs. There are no formal entry preparation, barista services and guest services within restaurants, requirements but employers are looking for those who are keen to bars, hotels and pubs. work as part of a team and have a ‘can do’ attitude. What will I learn? The programme involves working independently What will I learn? The programme involves developing knowledge, and part of the team, developing effective knowledge, behaviours behaviours and skills in culinary, business and food safety. You will and skills in meeting and exceeding customer expectations including involve yourself in preparing, cooking and finishing basic dishes as dealing with customer feedback. You will communicate clearly, well as learning key allergens. You will learn about health, safety and engaging customers to build strong relationships and customer security of the working environment including food safety and hygiene loyalty by promoting the organisation in a positive way. You will practices. You will learn how to identify risks and find out how to learn to prepare and serve wines, cocktails and hot drinks together manage them. You will learn how to work within budgets as part of a with providing counter, buffet, take-away and carvery service. You team to meet targets and effectively control resources. Your personal will develop your skills in housekeeping and providing quality guest and professional skills will all be developed, including communication services. All will be done whilst maintaining health, safety and with suppliers and supply chain knowledge. security of the working environment including food safety and hygiene practices. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in the role of Commis Chef, alternatively progress onto the Chef de Where will it take me? This Apprenticeship has been designed to Partie - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) or Senior Chef Production enable students to progress within their hospitality career or progress Cooking - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3). onto further study at Level 3.
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Chef de Partie Hospitality Supervisor
Why choose this course? This programme is for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is suitable for any supervisors training as a Chef de Partie working in fine and casual dining settings and managers working in a variety of hospitality establishments in restaurants, hotels and gastro pubs. including national restaurants, hotels, cafes and pubs/pub chains.
What will I learn? The Apprenticeship develops skills in areas such What will I learn? This course will enable you to understand the as culinary knowledge, food safety, and business. You will learn how financial operations of the hospitality business as you learn about to develop effective knowledge, behaviours and skills in teamwork overall supervising operations within the business. You will learn to and supervisory leadership. You will understand food preparation supervise, train and develop the team whilst managing and leading for traditional and modern cuisine to prepare, cook and finish team meetings. You will learn to understand how your own business complex dishes as well as produce menus, and recipe specifications area interacts with others and the business as a whole whilst supporting the business’ brand as well as food trends. You will comply developing effective working relationships and loyalty with colleagues. with legal requirements and inspire confidence by maintaining safety Whilst doing this, you will consider the health, safety and security of and security at all times along with identifying and minimising risks. the working environment including hygiene practices to minimise risk Whilst building and motivating teams and working on inter-team and maintain a high standard within the organisation. relationships, you will use techniques to improve competitiveness, increase business performance and improve your customer’s Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress experience to increase revenue by making valuable decisions. directly into employment in the hospitality industry as a supervisor/ manager and for existing supervisors/managers wishing to enhance Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in their career prospects or to progress onto further study. your role of Chef de Partie, or progress onto the Senior Chef Culinary Arts - Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4).
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Senior Chef in Production Cooking
Why choose this course? This course is designed for Apprentices training as Sous or Senior Chefs, working in establishments where menus and dishes are created by a central development team for high volume production, and need to be created with constant perfection.
What will I learn? The programme involves developing effective knowledge, behaviours and skills in topics such as understanding the principles of food preparation and cooking; including nutrition, diet and taste. Knowing the food safety practices and procedures to ensure the safe preparation and cooking of food as well as being able to recognise hazards to ensure a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment. Use effective communication and work as part of a team whilst taking supervisory leadership. You will be able to produce menu items and dishes according to business specifications and current trends knowing what to look for in ingredients and ensuring they maintain quality.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in your role of Senior or Sous Chef, or progress onto the Senior Chef Culinary Arts - Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4).
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Barbering Beauty Therapy
Why choose this course? This course is designed for staff working Why choose this course? The Apprenticeship will suit an individual within hairdressing/barbering including cutting, styling, male colouring who wants to start a career within the beauty industry. techniques and creating pattern work in the hair. You will learn the basic barbering techniques that are the foundation of becoming a What will I learn? Whilst demonstrating the correct health and safety successful barber. practices within a salon environment, you will develop your individual knowledge and skills to promote harmonious working relationships What will I learn? You will learn to advise and consult clients with your colleagues and clients. You will promote services and through effective communication whilst considering the customers’ products to boost salon profits and maintain a good reputation in your needs and latest trends. Whilst considering health and safety in organisation. The course will allow you to learn about facials, eyelash your working environment, you will be able to develop and maintain and brow treatments, waxing, manicures, pedicures and make-up your effectiveness at work - taking responsibility for improving your through a range of services and techniques. You will also learn performance at work and working well with your colleagues. You will reception work, covering all aspects of meeting and greeting clients, be taught the basics of barbering including shampooing, conditioning, booking appointments and answering the phone. treating and styling men’s hair and the different techniques involved for different cuts. You will understand how to cut facial hair. Detailing Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress in hair will be taught through clipping and cutting techniques. You towards Level 3 Advanced courses in general or specialised areas will also be taught to colour and lighten men’s hair - using semi- such as Level 3 Beauty Therapy General, Level 3 Nail Services and permanent, permanent and lightening products. Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-up.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue your career as a barber, or further develop your skills with the Hairdressing Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3). Find out more & view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Hairdressing
Why choose this course? This course is suited for Apprentices employed within a hairdressing setting. The Apprenticeship gives you the knowledge, skills and techniques to start your hairdressing career.
What will I learn? The course will allow you to advise and consult with clients - to determine their ideas and requirements whilst fulfilling salon reception duties providing excellent customer service. You will learn how to shampoo, condition and treat hair and the scalp. You will develop your skills in styling and finishing hair to achieve different looks. The course will enable you to learn how to cut, colour and perm hair. All will be done whilst developing and maintaining your effectiveness at work both independently and in a team.
Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship, you could decide to move onto the Advanced Apprenticeship in Hairdressing.
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Beauty Therapy Hairdressing
Why choose this course? This course is designed for individuals Why choose this course? This course is suited for Apprentices employed in spas and beauty therapy settings. Providing thorough working in hairdressing who have completed their Intermediate training in a broad range of treatments keeping you up to date in a Apprenticeship or Level 2 and want to develop their skills to a more fast evolving industry. advanced level in all aspects of hairdressing.
What will I learn? Demonstrating the correct health and safety What will I learn? You will learn how to creatively style, dress, practices within a salon environment, you will develop your individual cut and colour hair - using a variety of methods and techniques, knowledge and skills to promote harmonious working relationships enhancing and evaluating your creative hairdressing skills. You will with your colleagues and clients. You will promote services and also be able to deliver hair colour correction services. The course will products to boost salon profits and maintain a good reputation in also enable you to style men’s hair. You will provide client consultation your organisation. The course will allow you to contribute to the - showing a comprehensive consultation and advisory service to planning and implementation of promotional activities. You will clients whilst fulfilling salon reception duties and providing excellent learn to provide body and facial electrical treatments, provide body customer service. massage treatments, electrical epilation treatments and stone therapy treatments. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can develop managerial skills on the Salon Management qualification, further Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress business skills or specific specialist training programmes. onto a range of specialist programmes as well as business skills and supervisory qualifications. Fantastic prospects 69% of Apprentices in employment had received at least one pay rise.
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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Nail Services Warehouse
Why choose this course? This course is designed for those Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices employed and working within the beauty sector. During the training working in a warehousing business in the logistics sector within a you will benefit from working within our commercially equipped nail manufacturing, despatch, production or storage setting. bar, using professional products. What will I learn? The course will allow you to learn how to prepare What will I learn? Demonstrating the correct health and safety to receive deliveries and placing goods in storage. It will enable you practices within your working environment, you will develop your to pick, wrap and pack goods as well as process orders for customers individual knowledge and skills to promote harmonious working and assemble orders to dispatch. You’ll learn how to carry out stock relationships with your colleagues and clients. You will enhance and control and will learn about security and loss prevention. Whilst maintain nails using UV gel, liquid and powder. You will learn to plan understanding health, safety and security at work, you will be able and create nail art designs, develop a range of creative nail images, to sort goods and materials for recycling and disposal whilst keeping plan and provide airbrush design for nails and prepare and finish nail working areas clean. You will understand customer service and will be overlays using electric files. Overall, you will contribute to the financial able to deal with customer queries, complaints, and learn to deal with effectiveness of the business. conflict and difficult people. Whilst working on general business and personal skills in problem solving, decision making, influencing and Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can move onto negotiation, you will work effectively as part of a team. a range of management, business or specialist training courses. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could move onto an Advanced Apprenticeship or a range of business skills programmes. Earn while you learn On the job training means that you get paid whilst you learn. 37 Art & Design
38 As an Art & Design student you will have the freedom to explore new ideas while developing technical skills in your chosen medium.
Your creativity will be enhanced within the refurbished Nanjizal building, with space, light and views over the Penwith campus. The study of art history, theory and techniques will provide many ideas that can be absorbed into your practical work.
You will have the opportunity to build a portfolio of work as well as a chance to exhibit in the end-of-year show in Penzance. Many students also progress onto the successful HND in Contemporary Visual Arts, based at the Penzance School of Art. Choose Art & Design Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/art-design for careers in:
Animation Ceramics Fashion & Textiles Fine Art
Graphic Design Illustration Interior Design Product Design
Metalwork & Jewellery Design Print Making Sculpture Tattoo Art Glass Art
Students develop skills in a wide range of disciplines that enable them to progress to the country’s most prestigious universities or gain employment within the creative industries.
Lucy Hartles Lecturer 39 A Level Fine Art
Why choose this course? Do you enjoy drawing? Would you like to improve your skills and knowledge? Would you like the opportunity to see and understand the world in a different way? This course offers you the opportunity to develop creatively, either as a personally enriching interest or as part of a progression towards a career within the creative industries.
What will I learn? You will develop key skills and knowledge fundamental to the world of art and design. During a series of workshops you will explore a range of two-dimensional materials and approaches, such as tone, mark making, ink, mixed media, colour and painting. You will explore how a range of modern and historic artists have communicated ideas through their imagery and techniques. Year two builds on your learning. Experimental drawing practical workshops are held throughout, encouraging you to take risks and work in new and different ways.
Where will it take me? A qualification in Fine Art is highly valued by many universities and employers. As a ‘Classical’ ‘creative’ subject it is applicable to almost any progression in art and design and an excellent subject to complement courses such as Architecture, History of Art, Film, Prosthetics and Theatrical Makeup, Art Therapy and Education.
A Level Illustration/Graphics
Why choose this course? Do you possess a lively, enquiring mind? Do you enjoy developing your ideas through drawing and utilising a range of processes towards a final product? You will learn to develop design solutions, exploring the power of visual communication as an Why choose invaluable commercial tool. Art & Design What will I learn? You will begin with a range of varied and challenging workshops, developing fundamental skills and knowledge at Penwith College? integral to the world of illustration and design including a mix of 1. traditional and contemporary processes. You will develop skills in Dedicated Art & Design building industry standard software including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator with studio spaces, printing facilities, and InDesign. Other aspects include typography, thumbnail sketches, jewellery workshops and Mac suites. 2. layout design and mixed media. You will research a range of Excellent links with industry illustrative and graphic styles, applying this knowledge to develop professionals. 3. your individual practice. Students thrive in a supportive environment and are encouraged to Where will it take me? You can progress directly from A Level to explore their creative ideas. an arts degree such as Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Illustration, Games Design and Multi-Media Design. Employment as a graphic designer is the clearest route but this course also offers a way into illustration or, with further study, animation; you could work for the media, an advertising company or design agency.
40 Level 1 Progression UAL Level 2 Progression Art & Design Art & Design
Why choose this course? The Progression 1 pathway will provide Why choose this course? This course is a fast paced, creatively you with the opportunity to explore your interest in creative art and rewarding, hands on practical subject. In Art & Design you will design through a series of projects. You will be provided with project explore how to successfully express your ideas visually and how briefs where you will develop skills and knowledge of art and design to develop your practical skills in different artistic techniques and techniques, processes and tools while focusing on a set theme. processes. This programme includes the UAL Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design, GCSE English and Maths and the study of enterprise. What will I learn? On Progression 1 Art & Design you will develop a range of art and design skills using a variety of methods and What will I learn? You will have the opportunity to explore techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, stitch and discover new ways of working with methods of production and graphics. The research into artists and designers will be used and specialist techniques in areas such as drawing, painting, to inspire and extend your artwork and your knowledge of art and printmaking, graphic design, digital image making, textiles, sculpture design. The project briefs provided will relate to an art and design and ceramics. You will also research the lives and work of other area of work and will provide the basis for you to extend and develop selected artists and designers related to each project. This research your skills, knowledge and ideas individually, working in a team and to will inspire and inform your own creative outcomes alongside a time scale. developing your verbal and written analytical skills and use of formal art and design language. You will have the opportunity to exhibit Where will it take me? The Progression 1 Art & Design course your artwork at different points throughout the year, which then will provide preparation for further study at Level 2, such as the culminates in a large external exhibition of the whole art department Progression 2 in Art & Design course or an Apprenticeship. During the in June. course you will create a portfolio of diverse art and design work, which can be taken to interview. Where will it take me? The Level 2 Diploma gives you the ideal foundation of skills to then progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design or a range of other Level 3 programmes within the College.
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Art & Design
Why choose this course? It provides an opportunity for those who have an interest in the visual arts to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure, which is stimulating and demanding and provides a supportive transition from Further to Higher education.
What will I learn? The course will prepare you with the skills and creative thinking these institutions and other HE institutions require for their undergraduate courses. The course will give you the knowledge, skills and understanding to explore, develop and test your creativity in areas such as fine art, drawing, painting, ceramics, glass, mixed media image creation, specialist design software, textile processes, printmaking and photography.
Where will it take me? For any career in art and design it is recommended that you go into Higher Education to do a specialist degree or foundation degree. Your portfolio of work is designed to get you accepted onto a course in Higher Education such as a BA (Hons) or a foundation diploma in art and design. Follow us on Instagram Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/art-design 41 Automotive Engineering
42 The skills and knowledge gained on your course will give you tools to successfully gain a job in industry or progress to Higher Education.
Nick Tillyer Programme Team Leader
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/auto-engineering
Choose You will learn and hone essential industry Automotive & skills within the Gwenvor building. Purpose- Engineering built workshops and classrooms provide for careers in: the resources to develop the knowledge Automotive Engineering needed for a successful career. Vehicle Service & Maintenance
You will benefit from the College’s promotion of excellence through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through development and experiences. Away from the College, you can follow previous students who have seen the pinnacle of technology and engineering on educational trips. Vehicle Diagnostic & Fault Finding Motor Vehicle Retail
See our Automotive & Engineering Apprenticeships on page 22
43 Level 1 Diploma Level 2 Diploma Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Why choose this course? This Level 1 course will help you to Why choose this course? The course is aimed at those who wish to understand many of the necessary basic skills that will help to develop their practical skills to enable them to work in industry. equip you for potential employment in the motor industry as a motor mechanic craft trainee. It involves the maintenance and servicing of What will I learn? The course is taught in our well-equipped motor vehicles. workshops and classrooms. The practical sessions require you to satisfy practical assessment criteria using pre-set tasks with the What will I learn? The course is taught in our well-equipped results recorded in a practical task workbook. This programme workshops and classrooms, it will involve completion of theoretical involves the maintenance and servicing of motor vehicles. Topics study using classroom delivery, assignments, phase tests and an include: knowledge of routine light vehicle maintenance; knowledge online multi-choice exam. The practical sessions require you to of light vehicle engine mechanical, lubrication and cooling system satisfy practical assessment criteria using pre-set tasks with the units and components; knowledge of removing and replacing light results recorded in a practical task workbook. The units you will study vehicle electrical units and components; knowledge of removing and include: vehicle servicing and construction; wheels and tyres; braking replacing light vehicle chassis units and components; knowledge of systems; steering and suspension; transmission systems and health light transmission and driveline units and components; knowledge and safety. of light vehicle fuel, ignition, air and exhaust system units and components and health and safety. Where will it take me? It is recommended that during your study you actively seek employment in the motor industry so you may continue Where will it take me? After successful completion of this course your qualifications via a work-based route. The course is aimed at you could gain employment and continue further study via block those who wish to develop their practical skills to enable them to work release courses on an Apprenticeship programme. in industry. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/auto-engineering
Level 3 Diploma Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Why choose this course? The Level 3 Diploma is a vocational course that completes the three year training programme for practical vehicle mechanics. All units are assessed and graded and an overall grade for the qualification is awarded.
What will I learn? The pattern of attendance is four full days per week. The course is made up of three core and five specialist units. The specialist units enable you to study particular areas in depth. Why choose The pathways and units are categorised below. Units you will study Automotive & include: customer care, vehicle systems, electronics, fault diagnostics, science, maths, light engines, si electrics, ancillary equipment, fuel Engineering injection, transmission, braking, steering & suspension and engine maintenance systems. The course is aimed at those who wish to at Penwith College? develop their practical and theoretical skills to enable them to work in the industry. If you are aged 19 or over and are an experienced, 1. Develop skills and knowledge that are in demand both locally and nationally. employed vehicle technician we will discuss your study options with you during your interview. 2. Study in outstanding facilities providing the best possible experience. After successfully completing this course you 3. Learn from extremely experienced Where will it take me? staff that know how to help your can progress into employment. succeed.
44 Will Hinton Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Level 2 Diploma
I chose my course as it is hands on. I prefer this type of study and at Penwith College there is a great atmosphere in the workshop. We are all there to learn and get the job done. I hope to progress to Level 3.
Will is from Penzance and previously attended Hayle School
45 Business & Law
46 Many careers require commercial awareness and business sense. With excellent links to local businesses, you will develop an understanding of all the resources that are required for success in the commercial world and learn practical skills that are transferable into any industry.
Exploring the global world of business, past students have visited Brussels, Luxembourg, Paris, Berlin and New York. Your exploration of law and the justice system will develop analytical skills and the ability to interpret and evaluate problems. Specific progression advice will be available to you if you are seeking to continue your studies in law and past students have successfully progressed to prestigious law schools at competitive universities. Choose Business & Law Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/business-law for careers in:
Advertising Chartered Accountancy Administration Bank Management Law
Marketing Management Consultancy Project Management Public Relations
Recruitment & HR Retail Management Sales
These courses can provide a springboard to a great career in businesses in Cornwall or anywhere in the world.
Graham Oxley Programme Team Leader 47 Learn more about our Business Apprenticeships on page 22
Elliot Hurley Bricklaying Level 1 Diploma and A Level Business Studies
My courses can lead to many different careers and opportunities in the UK and abroad. I am looking at progressing to the Level 2 next year and completing my Business A Level. In the future I hope to study Architecture at university or start my own business.
Elliot is from St Ives and previously attended St Ives School
48 A Level A Level Business Studies Economics
Why choose this course? Plan on joining the world of work and Why choose this course? Economics relates to every aspect of industry during your lifetime? Whether it is setting up your own small our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals to the policies business or working for a global multinational, many of the key areas of firms and governments. The study of economics enables you to of understanding and useful skills are introduced within this course. develop a deeper understanding of the world around us that is as valuable as it is interesting. What will I learn? You will reflect upon the commercial world and how it impacts your daily life and future. You will explore how different What will I learn? Economics has been defined as the study of the businesses interact with consumers and competitors and how they allocation of scarce resources between competing claims and needs. make decisions. You will consider operational and financial decisions You will explore the nature of markets and their role in allocating facing businesses. This will help build on your understanding of resources in a modern economy. You will use the concepts of what it takes to manage a business, the importance of the everyday supply and demand to analyse markets. You will also investigate the decisions facing a business and how to consider a business’ finances. central role of the government when markets fail and examine the You will consider the global environment that businesses now operate performance of the UK economy. You will focus on an understanding within and how a business’ strategy must consider technological, and analysis of the labour market and business structures and social, environmental and ethical consequences. investigate the role of the government and examine key issues and policies affecting economic performance. Where will it take me? Many universities highly value the qualification and it is a stepping stone to related topics such as Where will it take me? The qualification is highly valued by many Business Administration, Economics, Marketing and Accountancy. universities and employers. Employers value Economics graduates The course provides a grounding into initial business concepts that for their analytical way of thinking and problem solving skills. will assist you within the industry, whether running your own business Economic graduates are amongst the highest paid graduates and or as an employee. there are numerous career options in public and private sectors.
A Level Level 3 Extended Diploma Law Business
Why choose this course? Law pervades every aspect of our Why choose this course? Almost all organisations work on ‘business lives; from a personal decision to purchase a concert ticket to lines’ in some way and, as an employee, no matter what your career encompassing major constitutional issues such as the complexities you’ll probably have to employ some business techniques. involved in the triggering of Article 50 in respect of our departure from the European Union. What will I learn? The Extended Diploma in Business has been devised with the help of Higher Education institutions, professional What will I learn? You will have the opportunity to examine the bodies (such as the CIPD and the Chartered Institute of Management) English Legal System and both Private and Public law as well as and major businesses such as the John Lewis Partnership and developing an understanding of legal method and reasoning. You Barclays Bank to meet the needs of students wanting to develop a will be encouraged to engage fully and critically with current affairs, rewarding career in tomorrow’s businesses. You’ll start by learning the develop high-level skills in research, communication, analysis, ICT basics of business: what are the various types of business? What is and debating and will experience the practical realities of advocacy. a limited company? What is a partnership? Why do some businesses There will be opportunities to visit the Westminster Parliament, the need to employ more managers than others? Who and what United Nations in New York and the Crown Court. Law is a natural influences what a business does? What resources do you need to run partner to English and History as well as Politics, Psychology and a business? What is marketing and why is it so important? Why might Sociology. you like certain adverts more than others? From 2018 the course will include a small number of externally assessed units. Where will it take me? Highly valued by many employers, studying Law could not only lead to a career in the legal profession as a Where will it take me? A Business Diploma can lead students barrister, solicitor, legal executive or paralegal, but also to work in the in a variety of different directions including Higher Education, commercial sector, business and finance, social welfare or politics. Apprenticeships with local companies, retail management training schemes and work in leisure and services across the county. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/business-law 49 Care, Community & Education
50 As a caring individual it is vitally important that you have the necessary qualifications to play a role in shaping the lives of others.
We will help you gain the skills you need to benefit society, helping others through support and education and being able to fulfil the growing demand for high-quality, caring professionals. Alongside specialist knowledge, communication and organisation, you will develop your empathy and compassion to excel in a rewarding career. Choose Care, Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/care-community Community & Education for careers in:
Childcare Counselling Past students have progressed to a Dietetics Education range of fantastic careers including teachers, Health Care early years practitioners, teaching assistants, nurses, midwives and social workers. Mental Health Occupational Health Sue Kellas Deputy Team Leader Play Therapy Nursing/Midwifery/Paramedics
Social Care Youth Work Special Educational Needs & Disabilities
See our Care, Community & Education Apprenticeships from page 22
51 Can be taken alongside A Levels Level 3 Extended Certificate Health & Social Care
Why choose this course? Are you interested in people? Do you wonder about the individuals who make up our society? Do you think about the different lives they have and the various forms of support and care they need? If so, a qualification in health and social care could be for you. Health and social care subjects are wide-ranging, it could work with different combinations of A Levels, such as topics within humanities or sciences, or a mixture of subjects.
What will I learn? You will learn about human lifespan development, which considers factors that affect the development of individuals at different points in life, from birth to later adulthood. Working in health and social care explores what it is like to actually work in the sector, including the roles and responsibilities of workers and organisations. Meeting individual care and support needs looks at the principles and practicalities that underpin meeting individuals’ care and support needs, which are the foundation of all the care disciplines. Finally, you will take an optional unit from a range of specialist topics within health and social care offered by the team.
Where will it take me? This course could take you into Higher Education or employment with over 300 distinct career pathways to choose from.
Level 1 Diploma Health & Social Care
Why choose this course? If you want a career where you can progress, build meaningful relationships with vulnerable people in society and get an enormous sense of personal achievement from knowing you are positively supporting individuals with a range of Why choose health and social care needs, then this course is for you. Care, Community
What will I learn? With a huge demand for workers, plenty of & Education opportunities for progression and a job in which a high percentage of workers report they feel their work makes a difference, the course at Penwith College? has lots to offer. Our course will help you to develop these qualities 1. Strong progression routes. and give you an introduction to a range of careers. The knowledge 2. Essential employability skills. base you will develop, such as care values, communication skills, 3. Small, highly experienced and promoting health and well-being and understanding the importance of supportive teams. delivering individualised care within a diverse, multi-cultural society, is not only vitally important but essential to progress.
Where will it take me? Previous students who have achieved the required grades have taken the opportunity to continue their studies onto our Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care or Children’s Play, Learning & Development. Career opportunities such as support work, health care assistants, Apprenticeships in early years settings or other health and care organisations are also to be considered. 52 Level 2 Progression CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma Health & Social Care Childcare & Education
Why choose this course? This qualification aims to give you the Why choose this course? If you would like a career working with opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge that are used within children in a professional capacity this qualification will give you the health, social care and child sectors. This programme includes the accredited status at Level 3 to work unsupervised with children. This BTEC Level 2 in Health & Social Care, GCSE English and Maths and is also recognised to the equivalent of three A Levels. the study of enterprise. What will I learn? These are now the must-have qualifications for all What will I learn? You will study: introduction to working with children those wanting to work at Level 3 with children from birth to five years and young people; introduction to a healthy lifestyle; principles of age, and will provide the full and relevant status of being an early of health promotion; working within social care. The BTEC First years educator. You will be required to complete 750 hours of work Certificate aims to: inspire and enthuse you to consider a career in the placement. The College will find placements for you in a variety of health and social care sector, or in a related sector where knowledge settings covering birth to seven years. You will be involved in charity of health and social care will be of use, such as early years; give you events, numerous visits and team building events will be held during the opportunity to gain a broad understanding and knowledge of, the course to enrich your overall experience. and skills in, the health and social care sector, e.g. the underpinning care values and an understanding of the different life stages that Where will it take me? You may wish to stay local for university, individuals go through; and support progression to a more specialised perhaps taking the Foundation Degree in Childhood Education (3 Level 3 vocational or academic health and social care course or an to 8 years) or Children and Young People’s Workforce at Truro and Apprenticeship or, more broadly, progression to qualifications in other Penwith College. Or alternatively, moving away to study towards a sectors, such as early years. degree in Primary Education with QTS or other degrees elsewhere. You can progress into various job roles in the statutory, voluntary Where will it take me? Great progression into either Level 3 or into or private sectors such as: Early Years Educator (Diploma only); entry level employment and given groundwork for deciding a future practitioner in day nurseries; nursery schools; primary schools; career. nannies.
Level 2 Progression Level 3 Extended Diploma Children’s Play, Learning & Development Health & Social Care
Why choose this course? Would you like to work with children Why choose this course? The course will give you a broad-based in the future? If you enjoy being with babies and infants and have introduction to careers in the health and social care sectors. perhaps done a placement at a nursery or school, then this might be the right course for you. This programme includes the BTEC Level 2 What will I learn? It will provide much of the underpinning knowledge Certificate in Children’s Play, Learning & Development, GCSE English for the National Occupational Standards in health and social care/ and Maths and the study of enterprise. health and consequently acts as a robust introduction to both sectors. It is also mapped to the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework, What will I learn? You will study towards a BTEC First Certificate which was developed as part of the Agenda for Change process in Children’s Play, Learning & Development alongside GCSEs in for updating the way NHS staff roles are defined and developed. English and Mathematics. The course will give you a good insight into The Diploma also lends itself to creative delivery, using your work important areas that you need to know about to work with children experience as a focal point and enabling learning to be as active, from birth to eight years old. This includes exploring career pathways, practical and work-related as possible. It provides robust opportunities nutrition for children, how to develop children’s language and literacy for you to gain knowledge and understanding of a wide range of skills and promoting positive behaviour. You will be closely supported subject areas relating to health and social care. through the course by a small team of tutors including your personal tutor and a specialist from the early years sector. You will also have Where will it take me? The course gives access to a wide range the opportunity to gain some experience in an early years setting with of Higher Education opportunities, such as a diploma or degree to the backing of our work placement officer. study for careers in nursing, social work, midwifery, residential care management, housing, the probation services, occupational therapy, Where will it take me? Progression onto the CACHE Level 3 youth and community work, counselling and more. Alternatively you Extended Diploma in Childcare & Education. It will also give you the could enter straight into employment within a care organisation. opportunity to gain an Apprenticeship or employment in the early years’ sector in due course. 53 Computing & IT
54 Students develop skills in a wide range of theoretical and practical subjects, allowing progression into multiple career paths.
Graham Oxley Programme Team Leader
With an enjoyment of problem solving you will be keen to develop your analytical skills. To enjoy success in the world of computing and IT, you will add to your technical skills with teamwork and communication. Choose
You will have many opportunities to enrich your learning experience with fellow Science, Computing & IT Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) students. You could also test your skills for careers in: against other students across the country and compete in the British Informatics Olympiad.
Computer Programmer Database Administration Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/computing Games Development Information Science
IT Consultancy IT Technical Support Network Engineering Software Development
Software Engineering Systems Analysis Telecommunications Web Development
55 Can be taken alongside A Levels A Level Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Computer Science Computing
Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about the Why choose this course? It is aimed at post 16 learners who are fundamental principles and concepts behind computer science and interested in an initial introduction to the study of the ICT sector at how software is engineered, then the Computer Science specification Level 3 alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing will stretch and challenge you. to a wide range of Higher Education courses, but not necessarily in computing. What will I learn? Computer Science is an academic subject that requires you to be systematic and logical, and so often lends What will I learn? You will complete four modules. These include: itself to the more technically minded student. You will have the Fundamentals of Computer Systems - this will teach you about opportunity to perform systems analysis, software engineering and computer hardware. IT Systems Security and Encryption - it seems program construction. You’ll move on to learn how software interacts that every month the news reports another breach of systems security with hardware; in particular the role of the operating system, data with subsequent loss of data. You will learn some of the fundamental structures and processes and how the principles of hardware impact principles of IT security. Principles of Computer Science - this will on software and data communication. You will discover how different introduce you to some of the fundamental ideas of computer science. types of software drive the digital economy and the implications of the One of these is the idea of "programming," but programming is not the digital revolution on the rest of society. You will also examine issues only, or indeed the major, focus of the course. Website Development - with digital security and undertake a major piece of independent you will review existing websites, commenting on their overall design coursework on a software problem of your own choice. and effectiveness.
Where will it take me? Computer Science is useful when applying Where will it take me? The final qualification is equivalent to for a variety of careers from engineering to banking, or as the entry one A Level and is well regarded by Higher Education institutions requirement to become a trainee programmer or software engineer. for progression. Students could enter employment on successful completion of the course or go on to Higher Education. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/computing Can be taken alongside A Levels Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Level 2 Progression Information Technology Information & Creative Technology
Why choose this course? It is designed for learners who are Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about information interested in an introduction to the study of creating IT systems to and creative technology then the Progression 2 course in ICT will manage and share information alongside other fields of study, with a stretch and challenge you by providing valuable insights into how ICT view to progressing to a wide range of Higher Education courses, not is used in the world today. If you enjoy working with images, using the necessarily in IT. internet for research and like the idea of building your own website, this could be the course for you. This programme includes the BTEC What will I learn? Learners will develop a common core of IT Level 2 Certificate in Information & Creative Technology, GCSE knowledge and study areas such as the relationship between English and Maths and the study of enterprise. hardware and software that form an IT system, engaging and processing data to support business and using IT to communicate What will I learn? You’ll explore how ICT is used in different ways and share information. You will study four modules, including: and understand how useful ICT can be in daily life. You already Creating Systems to Manage Information; Using Social Media in use ICT in your personal life, so why not consider how it is used Business; Information Technology Systems; Website Development. in business? We show you why it really is a necessity. Completing the course gives an ideal opportunity to use specialist software Where will it take me? The final qualification is equivalent to applications such as Photoshop Pro Flash, and ‘Komposer’, which one A Level and is well regarded by Higher Education institutions you will use to build a website for your portfolio. You will also learn for progression. Students could enter employment on successful some coding that will give you an insight into how the professionals completion of the course or go on to Higher Education, including do things. You’ll learn how websites are developed and understand university level courses taught at Truro and Penwith College, or other the importance of high-quality sites. You will also experience a 3D universities. printer and robotic arms working.
Where will it take me? Successful completion of the course to at least an overall merit will allow progression to the Level 3 Extended 56 Diploma in IT. Level 3 Extended Diploma Why choose Computing Computing & IT Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about computers and information technology, then this course will be of great interest at Penwith College? to you. Fantastic modern facilities and 1. What will I learn? Covering 13 different subjects you will study a equipment. wide range of topics including the Principles of Computer Science, Students have high aspirations and 2. Computer Hardware and Networking, Digital Graphics and Animation, produce excellent work, leading Computer Programming and Games Development. By the end of to top university and employer this course you will be confident in planning, designing and writing opportunities. computer programmes, building websites, developing mobile 3. Small, highly experienced and supportive team. phone apps, configuring and managing networks, and analysing and designing complex computer systems for business. You will understand how to configure and protect an IT system from attack. You will be able to describe the impact that IT systems are having on our world and how businesses are using the latest technologies to gain a competitive edge. From September 2018 this course comprises a small number of externally assessed units.
Where will it take me? You could continue on to computing and IT related degree courses at university, such as Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Game Development, Digital Graphics and Animation, and Artificial Intelligence. The course also forms an excellent skills base for employment in the IT industry as a technician or developer.
Level 3 Extended Diploma Information Technology
Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about computers and information technology, then the Extended Diploma in Information Technology will be of great interest to you.
What will I learn? Covering 13 different subjects over two years you will study a wide range of topics including Information Technology Systems, Mobile Apps Development, Computer Games Development, Cyber Security and Incident Management and 2D and 3D Digital Graphics. By the end of this course you will be confident in planning, designing and writing computer programmes, building websites, developing mobile phone apps, and analysing and designing complex computer systems for business. You will understand how to configure and protect an IT system from attack. You will be able to describe the impact that IT systems are having on our world and how businesses are using the latest technologies to gain a competitive edge. From September 2018 this course comprises a small number of externally assessed units.
Where will it take me? You could continue onto an IT related degree course at university, such as Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Game Development, Digital Graphics and Animation, and Artificial Intelligence. The course also forms an excellent skills base for employment in the IT industry as a technician or developer. 57 Construction
58 Your development will take place in purpose built, state-of-the-art, realistic working environments. You will have the experience and skills of first-class tradespeople to draw from, enabling you to develop and be ready to enter the construction working environment qualified and confident.
Once your full-time studies are complete, or during them, you can progress into employment within the construction industry and develop full occupational competence through an NVQ and/or an Apprenticeship. Choose Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/construction Construction for careers in:
Site Carpentry Architectural Joinery Painting & Decorating Craft Masonry
Bricklaying Plastering Maintenance Operative Architecture
Site Management Quantity Surveying Building Surveying Facilities Management
As a Construction student you will focus on your chosen trade pathway, enabling you to develop as a competent tradesperson.
Steve Piff Programme Team Leader 59 Level 1 Diploma Level 1 Diploma Bricklaying Carpentry & Joinery
Why choose this course? The role of the bricklayer is to Why choose this course? It offers you the opportunity to design, accurately and consistently lay bricks, blocks and stones to architect create and to build. The industry itself is diverse and embraces all specifications. They work inside and outside of properties building kinds of projects such as office buildings, plants, schools, colleges, and repairing walls as well as specialist brickwork such as chimneys highways, hospitals, churches and houses. It also includes major and fireplaces. maintenance and alteration projects.
What will I learn? This course is the first step to a career as a What will I learn? Carpenters and joiners will carry out the following: bricklayer. You will gain an understanding of the construction industry understand drawings, which they use to create a project; planning and have an opportunity to apply learning in a practical and realistic tasks/projects to the most effective and efficient way; laying out, way. You will gain confidence by developing independent learning measuring, cutting, putting together and joining various timbers and skills and will learn how craft activities are carried out safely and how materials; using a variety of different hand and power tools to the they contribute to our built environment. You will be taught in our industry and safety standards. As a carpenter or joiner, you will carry first-class workshops and will quickly start to build walls and other cut and shape timber for floorboards, skirting boards and window structures on your own and in small teams. Employers want smart frames; make and assemble doors, window frames, staircases and and switched on people to help their business grow and you need to fitted furniture; fit wooden structures, like floor and roof joists, roof gain knowledge of how the construction industry operates. timbers, staircases, partition walls, and door and window frames, and much more. Where will it take me? Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to progress onto a Level 2 Technical Certificate in Where will it take me? On successful completion of the Carpentry Bricklaying which requires a further year of study. Alternatively, you & Joinery Level 1 programme you will be able to progress onto the could progress onto an Apprenticeship and relevant employment next level. The following options are Level 2 Site Carpentry or Level 2 within the construction industry. Architectural Joinery.
Level 1 Diploma Level 2 Technical Certificate Painting & Decorating Architectural Joinery
Why choose this course? If you work or want to work as a painter Why choose this course? If you work or want to work as an and decorator in the construction industry this course is an ideal way architectural joiner in the construction industry and have a recognised of gaining experience whilst working towards an industry recognised qualification in carpentry and joinery (Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & qualification. Joinery) then this course is an ideal way of gaining experience whilst working towards an industry recognised qualification. What will I learn? During the course you will develop and practice the skills required for employment and career progression in painting What will I learn? This qualification has been designed around and decorating through the study of units such as: principles of the needs of employers within the construction industry. During the building construction information and communication, erecting and course you will develop skills required as an architectural joiner dismantling access and working platforms, preparing surfaces for through the study of units such as: principles of construction; decoration, applying paint systems by brush and roller, and health, planning and preparation for architectural joinery production; use of safety and welfare in construction, amongst other units associated woodworking machinery; architectural joinery component production; to this trade area of study. On this full-time one year program of assembly and finishing of architectural joinery products. The College study you will learn the application in theory and practical of different have realistic simulated work environments where you will learn types of paints, paint systems, wallpapers and tools and equipment and develop your practical skills as well as the most up to date associated with the trade. professional equipment to make studying here as close to the working environment as possible. Where will it take me? Progression routes on completion of this course include advancement onto the Level 2 Technical Certificate in Where will it take me? You will be able to progress on to the Level Painting & Decorating or progression onto an Apprenticeship and/or 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Architectural Joinery as a full time employment within the construction industry. course or as an Apprenticeship at an intermediate level or enter employment as a semi-skilled craftsman.
60 Learn more about our Construction Apprenticeships on page 22
Ely Fearn Architectural Joinery Level 3 Diploma
I started working with my dad doing basic carpentry when I was 13. I have picked up many skills but wanted to get my formal qualifications. I hope to work in bespoke furniture design and restoration with a view to taking over my dad’s firm in the long term. Carpentry is not an easy option but it does give you great skills.
Ely is from Marizion and previously attended Humphry Davy School
61 Level 2 Technical Certificate Level 2 Diploma Bricklaying Painting & Decorating
Why choose this course? If you work or want to work on a site Why choose this course? If you are already working in or want or around domestic/industrial dwellings as a bricklayer in the to work and develop a career as a painter and decorator in the construction industry and have a recognised qualification in trowel construction industry and have a recognised qualification in painting occupations (Level 1 Bricklaying) then this course is ideal for you. and decorating then this course is an ideal way of gaining experience whilst working towards an industry recognised qualification. What will I learn? You will develop the skills required for employment and career progression as a bricklayer at intermediate level through What will I learn? This qualification has been designed around the the study of units such as: principles of construction; building cavity needs of employers within the construction industry, in particular walls; constructing basic arches; setting out buildings. You will learn painting and decorating and provides a mix of both practical and the processes associated with the role of the bricklayer including theory-based teaching and learning in a realistic workshop and building and repair, working with different materials, brick and block classroom environment. You will develop and practice the skills laying, amongst other tasks. You will also learn to use the hand tools, required for employment and career progression as a painter power tools and other equipment associated with the trade to enable and decorator through the study of units such as: principles of you to fulfil the role of a bricklayer. construction; access equipment; preparation of surfaces for decoration, application of surface coatings; application of papers to Where will it take me? You will be able to progress onto the Level walls and ceilings; producing decorative colour effects. 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Bricklaying or progression onto an Apprenticeship and/or employment within the construction industry. Where will it take me? Further to the successful completion of this course students may choose to advance to the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Painting and Decorating full time course or progression onto an Advanced Apprenticeship and/or employment within the construction industry.
Level 2 Technical Certificate Site Carpentry
Why choose this course? If you work or want to work as a site carpenter, in the construction industry and have a recognised Level 1 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery then this course is an ideal way of gaining experience whilst working towards an industry recognised qualification at intermediate level.
What will I learn? During the course you will develop and practice Why choose the skills required for employment as a site carpenter through studying: principles of construction; structural carpentry; non- Construction structural carpentry prior to plastering; non-structural carpentry at Penwith College? following plastering; timber technology and the use of a circular saw and many other tasks associated with the role of site carpenter and 1. For our first-class, state-of-the-art and fully will use equipment associated with the trade to enable you to install equipped realistic working environments. joinery products in a site carpentry environment. 2. For our occupationally competent, experienced and outstanding tradespeople Where will it take me? On successful completion of this course, you and teaching staff. will be able to progress on to Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma 3. For our ability to stretch and challenge you in Site Carpentry as a full-time course or progression onto an and giving you the best chance to operate Apprenticeship and/or employment within the construction industry. within the Construction environment with confidence and outstanding abilities as a tradesperson.
62 Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Bricklaying Architectural Joinery Why choose this course? This advanced level qualification builds Why choose this course? If you have been working for some time on skills that students have learned in Levels 1 and 2. Level 3 or want to work as an architectural joiner in the construction industry encourages students to grow in confidence to develop their own ideas and have a recognised Level 2 qualification Architectural Joinery around decorative and reinforced brickwork and more technically then this course is an ideal way of gaining further experience whilst challenging work such as chimneys and fireplaces in a variety of working towards an industry recognised qualification at advanced materials. There is also a focus on repairing structures, which is an level. important set of skills for employment.
What will I learn? During the course you will develop and practice What will I learn? Where possible, students will be given experience the skills required for employment and career progression as an of live building projects either through work experience or visits architectural joiner through the study of units such as: principles of to sites. Employers want smart and switched on people to help organising, planning and pricing construction work; set up and use their business grow and you need to gain knowledge of how the fixed and transportable machinery; manufacture curved joinery; construction industry operates in our well-equipped classrooms and manufacture stairs with turns and other joinery products in both the computer suites. Topics include: organising, planning and pricing theory classroom and practical workshops. construction work; repairing and maintaining masonry structures; constructing radial and battered brickwork; decorative and re-enforced Where will it take me? Successful completion of this course can lead brickwork; constructing fireplaces and chimneys. to full-time employment in the construction industry or further study. Where will it take me? Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to progress directly into employment or further study.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/construction
Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Painting & Decorating Site Carpentry
Why choose this course? If you are already working in or Why choose this course? If you have been working for some want to work and develop a career as a painter and decorator time or want to work as a site carpenter in the construction in the construction industry and have a Level 2 qualification in industry and have a recognised Level 2 qualification in Carpentry painting and decorating then this course is an ideal way of gaining & Joinery then this course is an ideal way of gaining further, more further experience whilst working towards an industry recognised advanced experience whilst working towards an industry recognised qualification at advanced level. qualification at advanced level.
What will I learn? You’ll study complex units such as: principles What will I learn? You will develop and practice the skills required for of organising, planning and pricing construction work; erecting and employment and career progression as a site carpenter through the dismantling access equipment and working platforms; applying study of units such as: principles of organising, planning and pricing hangings to walls and ceilings; producing specialist finishes for paint of construction work; constructing cut roofing; fitting doors, windows and decorative work; installing specialist architectural finishes for and their finishings; fixing stairs with turns; principles of maintenance decorative work; applying water-borne paint systems using airless and repair; set up and use fixed and transportable machinery. You will equipment and using high volume low pressure spray equipment. You also learn to use the hand tools, power tools, woodworking machinery will also learn to use the hand tools, power tools and other equipment and other equipment associated with the trade to enable you to associated with the trade. The College have extremely realistic install quality joinery products. The College have extremely realistic simulated work environments and new painting and decorating simulated work environments where you will learn and develop your workshops where you will learn and develop your practical skills as practical skills, as well as the most up to date professional tools and well as the most up to date professional tools and equipment. equipment.
Where will it take me? Successful completion of this course can lead Where will it take me? Successful completion of this course could directly to employment or further study. lead to full-time employment or further study.
63 Employability
64 We welcome learners who, for whatever reason, may not have previously been academically successful. We offer you a chance to have a fresh start in an outstanding college.
Level 2 CertificateEmployability
Why choose this course? A competitive job market presents the need for learners to be fully equipped with employment skills to gain work. The College has developed a course that will allow you to remain a full-time student for the academic year or until your desired goal has been achieved. As well as job search skills, you will consider personal preparation for employment, self-improvement and effective behaviour at work. Choose What will I learn? This qualification has been designed to offer learners a flexible, relevant course to Employability improve their understanding and application of work-based skills. This course has been developed to ensure that the knowledge, skills and understanding provided are relevant and useful for learners and potential employers. The qualification has been designed to support employability. Learners have the opportunity to follow a flexible course and achieve a nationally recognised for a new start and a stepping qualification. The WorkSkills course uses a credit-based model; learners are registered for a stone to other courses, an specific number of credits. Apprenticeship or employment Where will it take me? You will have the opportunity to progress to related general and/ or vocational qualifications, or employment in a particular vocational sector.
Find out more online: Why choose truro-penwith.ac.uk/employability Employability at Penwith College?
1. Students undertaking employability at Penwith grow in confidence, in skills and in maturity. 2. This course gives students options to either progress into employment or back into a mainstream programme for further training. 3. Students have time to get their Maths and English qualifications and are supported to really think about the career route they want to take.
Businesses report that workplace experience can be just as important to them as formal qualifications.
Department of Education 65 English & Languages
66 Language is intrinsically linked with a country’s literature, traditions and history.
You will explore the linguistic and literary heritage of the English language, understanding how it influences all communication.
Your skills of self-expression and analysis will develop as you read widely and look at the genres of poetry, prose, drama and a range of non-literary texts. As you progress in higher study or your chosen career, you will value your ability to interpret and communicate effectively in written and spoken form, which are essential skills for any profession.
The world will be opened up to you as your foreign language skills develop and you become immersed in a new culture. You will also have the opportunity to test your linguistic talents around the world, not just within Europe but further, where your chosen language may be spoken across the globe.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/english-languages
Students develop confidence using language, enabling them to engage with and appreciate other cultures, as well as their own. Choose English & Colin Fell English Lecturer Languages for careers in:
Copy Writing Features Editing Journalism Lexicography
Press Editing Script Writing Teaching Novel Writing
67 A Level A Level English Language English Language & Literature
Why choose this course? Imagine you could take your innermost Why choose this course? Love writing? Like to analyse...well, thoughts and insert them into someone else’s mind. Well, language everything? This course allows you to be creative - not only in the allows you to do this. You will explore questions like: how do we fiction and non-fiction writing you will produce - but in your analytical learn how to speak and write? Is the language being corrupted or is work by imposing no rules as to how you should approach your linguistic change gr8? analysis of a text. Word class? Sure. Imagery? Of course!
What will I learn? You will learn to analyse texts effectively while What will I learn? Explore both non-literary and non-fiction texts applying a range of theories and using detailed linguistic terminology. and expect to study prose, drama and poetry as well as a range of You will explore how spoken, written and multimodal texts are texts such as articles, online copy and adverts. You will also explore influenced by context and both reflect and construct personal the nature of spoken and multimodal language: how people talk and identities. The language analysed will be incredibly diverse from an why they talk in the way they do and develop your creative writing informal text message between friends to a formal speech by the in different genres, reflecting on your practice in order to become a Prime Minister. You will also have plenty of opportunity to pursue your critical reviewer of your own as well as others’ works. own interests in this subject and produce your own creative writing in a genre of your choice and conduct an independent investigation, Where will it take me? This A Level enables you to develop the key which can focus on topics such as gender, power and journalism. critical, creative and analytical skills required both for progression to Higher Education and for enhanced employability. The course Where will it take me? This course is highly valued by universities provides a grounding for either Language or Literature at degree level and employers and is an excellent subject to complement many and is an excellent subject to complement many courses, such as courses, such as English Literature, Psychology, Sociology, Media Psychology, Sociology, any media-related course, Communication Studies and Education. Some university courses also require English and Education. Literature. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/english-languages
A Level English Literature
Why choose this course? If you enjoy reading and analysing literary texts, then this is the course for you. You will study a range of challenging and stimulating works from a variety of periods from 1610-2010. The course offers opportunities for comparisons between texts and genres and considers works of literature in their historical and cultural contexts. You will learn the skills of close textual analysis and literary criticism.
What will I learn? You will be introduced to Gothic literature. Gothic is an intellectual and artistic movement developing through the end of the 18th and into the 19th centuries, and it continues to influence literature and the arts to this day. Works like Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein explore the darker, less rational side of the human imagination, and Angela Carter’s the Bloody Chamber reinterprets traditional fairy tales for the modern feminist age. You will study other literature including Christina Rossetti’s poetry, Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire and Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, and For more course course work texts to be agreed with your tutor. information and an application Where will it take me? A qualification in English Literature is highly form valued by universities and employers and many university courses welcome an A Level in English Literature.
68 A Level French
Why choose this course? A knowledge of French opens the doors of companies in France and other French-speaking parts of the world. As the world’s fifth biggest economy and number-three destination for foreign investment, France is a key economic partner. That makes learning French an excellent choice for young people wanting to maximise their employment chances.
What will I learn? You will be able to improve your language skills, which means that you will learn vocabulary based on a variety of topic areas as well as grammar rules, which will enable you to make sense of the language and to use it accurately. Your lessons will be conducted in specialist language rooms. You will have regular conversation sessions with our French assistant to help you improve your confidence in speaking. Students can take part in one of two trips to France, a ten day stay in Brittany with a five day work experience placement in a primary school, and an exchange trip to Morlaix.
Where will it take me? A qualification in French is highly valued by universities and employers alike. At university, French can be studied alone or combined with almost any other subject. Employment prospects are very good for graduates with a language qualification.
A Level Spanish
Why choose this course? Did you know that Spanish is spoken in 23 countries by more than 400 million people and that it is the 2nd most important global language with regard to international communication? It is also one of the official languages of the European Community, the United Nations and Spain is one of the Why choose UK’s most important trading partners.
English & What will I learn? This fast-paced course at Penwith College aimed at keen linguists, will give you the opportunity to develop competence Languages in the Spanish language and an insight into Hispanic culture. One at Penwith College? aspect of the course will be to build your language skills; you will learn vocabulary based on a variety of topic areas as well as grammar 1. Lively lessons delivered by experienced rules, which will enable you to make sense of the language and to and well-qualified staff. use it accurately. In addition to the six hours 40 minutes lecture time, 2. Interesting and challenging literary and you will also have a weekly conversation session with one of our non-literary texts that enable you to Spanish language assistants to help you improve your confidence in engage creatively with a wide range of speaking. contemporary and classic writing.
3. A variety of trips from seeing plays at Where will it take me? You will also have the opportunity to take part Stratford to working in primary in one of our language visits to Andalucía, in the south of Spain. You schools in Brittany will develop your knowledge of Spanish speaking countries and their culture.
69 Food, Catering & Hospitality
70 The hospitality industry is one of the cornerstones of the Cornish economy and you will gain the skills needed for success.
You will discover and develop new talents, working as part of a team and experiencing the buzz of a professional kitchen. Our training kitchen and Senara restaurant have already received accolades, impressing chefs and food writers alike, and you will join the successfully established team. You may have the opportunity to hone your culinary talents internationally, past students have completed two-week work placements at some of Paris’s finest restaurants.
“There is no substitute for learning whist working as you quickly develop the skills you need to progress in this fast- paced industry. We’re proud to support The Rick Stein Academy and work with those who are passionate about great food and making people smile.” Rick Stein
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/food-catering-hospitality
Choose Food, Catering & Hospitality for careers in:
Catering Management Event Management Restaurant Management Professional Cookery
Extensive business links, which provide exceptional opportunities for work experience and employment, such as being part of our Rick Stein Academy.
Jo Lello-Dunn Deputy Team Leader 71 Level 1 Diploma Level 2 Diploma Professional Cookery Professional Cookery
Why choose this course? This course will cover all the essential Why choose this course? This qualification is based on the national basics required in food preparation, production, cooking and serving. occupational standards for professional cookery and includes all the In addition to these two crucial qualifications for a strong starting point required elements to work effectively as a junior or commis chef. in all aspects to the hospitality industry, you may also undertake a Level 2 CIEH food safety and a Level 2 award in health & safety in What will I learn? You will develop knowledge and understanding the workplace. of relevant health and safety and how to plan for the preparation, cooking and finishing of a variety of dishes. You will develop What will I learn? The course will introduce you to the basic knowledge of produce and ingredients as well as techniques principles of cookery used in professional kitchens including fish used to prepare, cook and finish dishes. In parallel, you will filleting, roasting, baking, poaching, steaming, frying, stewing and develop communication and customer service skills, awareness of braising, as well as areas of pastry work and essential knife skills. environmental sustainability and commercial skills, all of which are You will work one day per week in our busy restaurant, learning valued highly by employers. You may be given the opportunity to barista skills, customer service skills, serving and preparing hot and undertake a two week work experience trip to Paris or Brittany. cold beverages, processing payments and bookings and in-depth menu knowledge. Where will it take me? A VTCT qualification will enable you to gain employment within many types of catering and hospitality Where will it take me? A VTCT qualification will enable you to establishments or progress here onto the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in gain employment within many types of catering and hospitality Advanced Professional Cookery. Alternatively, you could enter the establishments or progress onto TLQ/NVQ Level 2 depending on hospitality industry at a qualified operational level. Past students have GCSEs. Past students have gained employment with companies gained employment with companies such as Nathan Outlaws at St such as Nathan Outlaws at St Enodoc, Rick Stein and the St Moritz Enodoc, Rick Stein and the St Moritz Hotel. Hotel.
Level 3 Diploma Advanced Professional Cookery
Why choose this course? The Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery offers a natural progression from Level 2. If you’re already a chef, it’s ideal for mastering advanced cookery skills.
What will I learn? You will develop knowledge of relevant health and safety and how to plan for the preparation, cooking and finishing of a variety of dishes. You will develop the advanced skills and techniques Why choose to prepare, cook and finish dishes, which include meat and offal, poultry and game, fish and shellfish and vegetables. In parallel, Food, Catering & you will develop communication and customer service skills, and Hospitality awareness of environmental sustainability and commercial skills. You are required to complete two optional units, which include: produce at Penwith College? petits fours, produce hot, cold and frozen desserts.
1. Trained by experienced professionals Where will it take me? Successful completion of this course puts you in the hospitality industry. in a good position for catering positions. Past students have gained 2. Fantastic facilities in our highly employment with companies such as Nathan Outlaws at St Enodoc, acclaimed restaurant. Rick Stein and the St Moritz Hotel. 3. Extensive business links, which provide exceptional opportunities for
work experience and employment, such as being part of our Rick Find out more online: Stein Academy. truro-penwith.ac.uk/food-catering-hospitality 72 See our Food, Catering & Hospitality Apprenticeships from page 22
Sasha Goldsworthy Professional Cookery Level 2 Diploma
I chose Penwith because the facilities are great and the restaurant has a good reputation locally. I enjoy the respect that I am shown by the teaching chefs and the support and guidance I am given along with some freedom to try my own ideas.
Sasha is from Hayle and previously attended St Ives School
73 Foundation Studies
74 We welcome students with additional learning and support Foundation Studies needs. Our range of courses Independent Living will help you to gain skills for Why choose this course? Independent Living is a four-year course designed to meet your needs if you have moderate or severe learning personal progression, whether difficulties and wish to continue your education in an inclusive Further it be accessing mainstream Education college. What will I learn? The course focuses on you; the timetable, target education or developing setting, review procedures and transition are centred around you. Groups are usually small and are supported by specialist learning independent living skills. assistants. The qualification is designed to enable you to become more independent, take a more active part in your community, As a student in Foundation Studies, you will be part of the develop your personal skills and qualities essential for employment. College’s most active group of students. You will be able to attend residentials, take part in the Ten Tors Jubilee Where will it take me? This programme can last one to four years. Challenge, obtain a work placement through our dedicated You can attend up to five days per week depending on individual job coach and most of all, enjoy learning in a fun and needs. You will be able to, either: move onto another course within the supportive environment. College or progress onto sheltered employment/sheltered living etc.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/foundation-studies Every year our students continue to challenge, motivate and surprise us - they are always a joy to teach!
Laurence Hartwell Foundation Studies Lecturer Foundation Studies Skilled For Life
Why choose this course? An innovative course offered at Entry 3/ Level 1 that provides students with the opportunity to experience a range of vocational sectors and learning experiences.
What will I learn? The qualification provides a progression route onto further education or work. It is aimed at post 16 students with moderate learning difficulties and/or who have not yet decided on a career, or those who need more qualifications to gain entry onto other courses. The course can last one to three years depending of individual needs and students can attend for up to four days per week. Students will have the opportunity to study a range of subjects that may include: ICT, Photography, Cooking (Life Skills), Horticulture, Sport, Art & Design, Hair & Beauty, Construction & Motor Vehicle, Health and Social Care, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, Social & Personal Skills, and Skills for Work. Students will also have the opportunity to study and gain accreditation in Maths and English at an appropriate level. There will be the opportunity for a regular weekly work placement.
Where will it take me? You will be able to progress onto further College courses or employment.
75 Hair & Beauty
76 We are continually proud of our students’ achievements and the personal barriers they overcome, which ultimately leads to them gaining meaningful employment.
Jo Lello-Dunn Deputy Team Leader
Choose Hair & Beauty for careers in:
Barbering Complementary Therapies Beauty Therapy Hairdressing
Media Make-up Nail Services Salon Management
Working within Inspiration, our commercial salon, you will learn with members of the public as your clients and develop the theory and business skills needed to Learn more succeed in your chosen therapy. about our Hair & Beauty Apprenticeships We attend showcase events given by leading experts including Steve Smart, Lee Stafford and Andrew Barton which will give you the real view of life in the industry. You will take part in the annual Cornish from page 22 Skills competition, where you will display your creativity alongside representatives from other colleges and salons. We are very proud of our students’ successes, who regularly achieve gold medals, and hope you will join those who progress on to the national UK Skills competition.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/hair-beauty 77 Level 1 Diploma Hair & Beauty Skills Why choose Why choose this course? This Level 1 qualification is designed to introduce you to a range of practical skills from across the hair and Hair & Beauty beauty industry. at Penwith College? What will I learn? You will learn different techniques of styling, plaiting and twisting, along with some basic skills in beauty therapy. 1. Outstanding teaching. We will focus on how we present ourselves and help you to develop 2. Excellent facilities. your skills in communicating knowledge about hairdressing to 3. Exceptional pastoral support. non-specialists and the general public. You will explore and learn how different kinds of hair styles are created. You will learn the range of hairstyles that clients could have. You will be provided with opportunities to investigate and research different areas of the hair and beauty industry and in addition creating and learning a range of beauty treatments. You will develop your spoken and written language to enable you to communicate in a professional salon manner with clients. You will investigate how you can adapt socially, looking at different accents and cultures that you will be dealing with in the salon.
Where will it take me? On completion of this qualification you could progress onto one of the following: Level 2 Diploma in Ladies Hairdressing or Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy.
Level 2 Diploma Beauty Specialist Techniques
Why choose this course? Beauty therapy is becoming more and more diverse, leading to many dynamic paths of employment. It is a secure industry that continues to grow not just with interest and wealth but with fashion and creativity.
What will I learn? You will learn facial skincare, wax depilation services, enhancement of the lashes and brows, manicure and pedicure nail treatments, make up application and instruction, related anatomy and physiology, hygienic and safe practice, along with effective communication and client consultation. You will be taught beauty therapy techniques by lecturers with extensive industrial experience and initially treatments will be practiced on fellow peers. The Inspiration salons are realistic working environments where you will perform professional beauty therapy treatments for clients.
Where will it take me? Opportunities vary from small, select provincial salons to the world of high fashion in large city establishments, cruise ships, television or theatre, spas, department stores and leading product companies. Continued studies would enable you to confidently start your own business, while Higher Education courses could qualify you for teaching or training posts.
78 Level 2 Diploma Level 3 Diploma Ladies Hairdressing Beauty Therapy (Tech Level)
Why choose this course? If you are interested in having a rewarding Why choose this course? If you would like an exciting career in the career within the hairdressing industry and enjoy meeting people, beauty industry, this course will enable you to enter into one of the then this is the course for you. many career pathways within the beauty therapy industry.
What will I learn? Your lessons will be held in a professional What will I learn? This course will teach you techniques in massage, commercial salon environment, where you will practice on training advanced face and body treatments and much more, it will also help heads in preparation for client services. You will discover the you to develop your skills in consultation and communication within importance of English and Maths skills and the crucial role they play the salon environment. You will learn the techniques and theory for in your everyday life, from timing services, mixing and measuring these advanced treatments. You will learn how the body works and chemicals, reading manufacturer’s instructions and so on. This is the impact that your treatments have on the individual systems of a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your the body. You will attend a work placement once a week, which will practical skills in: the creative art of cutting and dressing women’s give you the opportunity to gain real life experience in a salon of your hair; how to provide effective shampooing and conditioning services; choice. You will work within a realistic working environment in new, the artistic skill of colouring and lightening hair; how to provide a good well-equipped, purpose built salons, overlooking the beautiful St consultation service for your clients. Michael’s Mount.
Where will it take me? You could work in small salons to high Where will it take me? Once you have completed your program of fashion large city salons, cruise ships, television, and theatre. study there are many different paths you can follow. You may want to Progression onto Level 3 Hairdressing would enable you to start your progress onto Higher Education. If you would like to seek employment own business or franchise, while Higher Education courses could you may like the idea of traveling while you earn money, by working qualify you for teaching, training or assessing posts. on a luxury cruise ship, or being an in-flight beauty therapist.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/hair-beauty
Level 3 Diploma Women’s Hairdressing
Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about hairdressing and would like to develop your skills to an advanced level with learning about how to correct colour and learn about advanced cutting techniques, then this Diploma will stretch and challenge you.
What will I learn? You’ll start off by learning the techniques and science for these advanced techniques. You will then have the opportunity to practice all of your new skills on training heads before carrying out the chosen techniques on clients in the salon. You’ll start to develop your skills by working to meet clients’ many different requirements. You’ll have the opportunity to research and develop and stretch your understanding of the knowledge behind all techniques, then showing your understanding through written work to support your practical skills to show your competence for each technique. You’ll be able to gain industrial experience by attending a hairdressing salon of your choice one day per week. discover Where will it take me? Salons in the area are many and varied. the difference There are also lots of other places where a good hairdresser can Find out about the fantastic work: leisure clubs and gyms, health and fitness clubs, spa industry, facilities at one of our Open fashion/photographic industry and much more. Events. Check out page 125 for details
79 Humanities & Social Sciences
80 Humanities and Social Sciences help you understand why the world is as it is and how it can be better.
Tamsin Hamilton Programme Team Leader
You will explore compelling questions that have an impact on societies past, present and future and through debate, research and study you will develop a mature, questioning intellect.
You will develop your critical thinking skills, benefiting your whole study programme during your time at Penwith College and beyond university into your career. You will be able to gain further enrichment in your chosen studies by taking part in one of the regular trips to exciting locations including Toronto, Iceland and Swaziland. Choose Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/humanities Humanities & Social Sciences for careers in:
Archaeology Environmental Consultancy Ecology
Counselling Politics Psychology Sociology
81 A Level A Level Geography History
Why choose this course? This course offers an exciting issues- Why choose this course? The study of history helps us to based approach to studying both physical and human aspects of the understand and explain the past and is a fascinating subject in its subject. Applying your geographical knowledge, understanding and own right. The course allows students to develop their enjoyment and skills to the world around you, you will engage critically with a wide understanding of the past and make sense of contemporary events range of complex contemporary issues such as tectonic hazards, and issues. climate change, resource insecurity, globalisation and superpowers. What will I learn? You will study the British Empire between 1857 What will I learn? You will make links between varied geographical and 1967. How did Britain come to assume a vast Empire upon which concepts through synoptic themes embedded in the subject content the sun never set? Why, having amassed such a vast Empire, did including the different players involved in geographical issues and Britain relinquish much of it in a 20-year period after the end of World decisions, why attitudes to geographical issues vary so greatly and War Two? We will also study the Cold War 1945-1991, and complete how this influences actions as well as futures and uncertainties. a 3,500 word independent investigation on the Making of America Inspired by geography as one of the key disciplines relevant to 1763-1865. understanding the world’s changing places and people, you will also develop a sense of achievement as you grow as a critical, Where will it take me? History is a popular and highly regarded independent thinker and as an informed and engaged citizen. qualification by both universities and employers. The skills that you acquire as a historian, the ability to think clearly, to weigh up Where will it take me? A qualification in Geography is highly valued arguments and to analyse problems, are highly desirable. History by many universities and employers alike. Geography is also an students gain access to a wide variety of careers including business, excellent subject to complement many other A Level courses, such as law, marketing, media, and politics as well as career pathways Environmental Studies, Geology and Sociology. including archaeologist, archivist, curator and teacher.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/humanities
A Level A Level Philosophy of Religion & Ethics Politics
Why choose this course? This course addresses some of the big Why choose this course? If you are interested and engaged in questions that face human beings like: what is the purpose of my life? learning about political issues, then the Government and Politics What am I? How should I live? And why should I do what is right? specification will provide you with the tools to analyse and understand If you are the type of person who is accused of thinking too much, politics in depth. You don’t need extensive knowledge of politics to if Google can’t answer your questions and if you like spending time study the subject, but an interest and desire to keep informed about wondering whether your real life is the one in your dreams and that Politics and political issues is essential to your success on this you are reading this in your sleep, then this course might be for you. course.
What will I learn? The course aims to take these problems seriously What will I learn? You will analyse politics, focusing on a range of and attempt to find real answers to them by attempting to apply themes. These include the nature of democracy and representation rigorous logic, finding the right types of evidence and evaluating and whether there is a participation crisis in Britain. You will then turn possible approaches. It is not about sharing opinions; it is about the your attention to how government operates within the UK looking meticulous analysis of the problem and scrupulous attention to detail. at how well Parliament functions, whether the constitution is fit for modern Britain and if Prime Ministers are becoming more powerful or Where will it take me? Philosophy of Religion & Ethics is recognised not. Once grounded in key political concepts, you will be introduced as a respected entrance qualification by all universities, and to a series of key political thinkers to study. This is followed by an employers are aware that it helps to develop an individual’s ability to analysis of the American political system and how it compares with communicate, work with others and solve complex problems. Given the UK political system. the emphasis on ethics in this course it might be useful for those considering careers in law or medicine. Where will it take me? A qualification in Politics is highly valued by many universities and employers alike. Many of our Politics students go on to study Politics and related courses including International Politics, Law, and History at a range of prestigious universities. 82 A Level Psychology
Why choose this course? A successful Psychology student has an appetite for understanding how scientific principles can be applied to human behaviour. If you are interested in people and inquisitive about their behaviour, then this is the subject for you.
What will I learn? Psychology is the science of mind and behaviour. We look at people’s motivations behind different behaviours and examine explanations for why those behaviours occur. We will explore answers to questions like; ‘are some people just born evil?’ and ‘what causes mental illnesses like depression?”. Topics range from biological explanations of behaviour to how interacting with other people can influence your behaviour.
Where will it take me? Studying Psychology will equip you with numeracy, communication, IT, organisation and analysis skills and provides a valuable background for a variety of careers including management, personnel, advertising, marketing, teaching, uniformed services, nursing, health and welfare. Further training and experience beyond degree level is usually required for qualification as a professional psychologist; clinical, educational, forensic or organisational.
A Level Sociology
Why choose this course? Sociology is the study of society, explanations of social behaviour and an investigation into individuals' relationship with society. Sociologists would claim that society is the single most important influence in your life and would argue that our behaviour can be largely explained by social circumstances and Why choose experiences. What will I learn? This course considers points of view on Humanities & society, including those that largely approve of the way it works (Functionalism) to those that argue for change (Marxism and Social Sciences Feminism). You will learn to think critically and independently about at Penwith College? society and your place in it, and develop a critical and informed understanding of the world around you. Topics include: Families and 1. Extremely well-resourced subjects, Households, Education, Research Methods, Beliefs in Society and leading to outstanding results. Crime and Deviance. 2. A wide range of additional opportunities from leading revision sessions in local Where will it take me? Sociology is highly valued by many schools to trips to Swaziland and universities and employers and provides students with valuable Iceland. analytical and evaluative skills. The objective and rigorous nature of 3. Lessons informed by up-to-date this subject can lead to a range of careers, such as management, examining experience. human resources, social work, the civil service, the criminal justice system, national or local government and law.
83 Mathematics
84 Mathematics underpins many industries today, forming foundations for technology, engineering, construction, science and medicine.
You will benefit from the College’s promotion of excellence through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through development and experiences. You could test your knowledge and ability skills against other students across the country and compete in the UK Senior Mathematical Challenge.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/mathematics
Our students say they find Maths a real challenge, but one that they really enjoy. Choose Fiona Williams Mathematics Lecturer Mathematics for careers in:
Accountancy Banking Construction Cyber Security Engineering Film Animation Financial Trading GCHQ Investment Banking Medicine Physics
85 A Level Mathematics Why choose Why choose this course? Mathematics is a challenging and Mathematics stimulating course that will encourage you to develop your mathematical skills, improve your ability to think logically and enable at Penwith College? you to determine solutions to a wide range of problems. If you enjoyed studying GCSE maths, particularly the more algebraic topics, 1. Strong support with transition from GCSE. and would like to significantly improve your mathematical skills, then this would be an ideal subject for you. 2. Support sessions to develop knowledge and skills when needed. 3. Opportunities to participate in extra- What will I learn? You will need to be good at algebra before you curricular Maths challenges. start the course. Throughout the course you will learn many new mathematical techniques and apply them to a variety of practical situations. At this level, Mathematics is all about applying your knowledge to solve problems in real-life situations. You need to be logical so that you can follow a mathematical argument, and you need to be creative so that you can look for different ways to apply your skills to solve a problem.
Where will it take me? Mathematics is a versatile qualification that is well respected by employers and will be desirable if you are thinking of going on to study courses in subjects such as Computing, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Geography, Psychology or any of the Sciences at degree level.
A Level Mathematics (Further)
Why choose this course? Enjoy solving puzzles and playing strategy games? Want to develop a deep understanding of big ideas and to know ‘why’ and not just ‘how’? Do you want to develop problem-solving, logical reasoning, communication and resilience skills? Then this course is for you.
What will I learn? By studying Further Mathematics you will increase your knowledge and understanding of mathematical techniques and their applications. Further Mathematics is a full AS or A Level qualification that you can take alongside Mathematics. The course is designed to stretch and challenge able young mathematicians by introducing you to new techniques and concepts, such as complex numbers and matrices.
Where will it take me? A qualification in Further Mathematics is highly valued by universities and employers. There are obvious links with computing, sciences and finance based courses but the course can also be useful for sharpening up thinking skills, logical reasoning and pattern spotting. Most universities require Further Mathematics for admission to Mathematics degrees, some also prefer applicants for engineering, computing, economics and acturial science courses to have studied Further Mathematics.
86 Paul Couch A Level Mathematics, Biology and English Literature and Music Practitioner Subsidiary Diploma
I chose Penwith because of the campus environment. It has a friendly atmosphere and is a close-knit community. I enjoy learning independently with the guidance of the teaching staff. I plan to go to university to study maths and music.
Paul is from St Ives and previously attended St Ives School
87 Media, Games & Photography
88 Behind the camera or on the screen, analysis and creativity come together in these constantly evolving, exciting mediums.
You may explore the richness of the history of cinema or explore modern techniques to capture a breathtaking moment. In the studio, cinema, outside with the amazing panorama of Cornwall to inspire you, or travelling further afield to London, Rome or New York, your view of life through a lens will be enriched. Choose Media & Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/media-photography Photography for careers in:
3D Art Games Programming & Design Broadcast Journalism Directing
Concept Art Graphic Design Animation Photography
VFX Compositing TV & Film Video Production Environments Art Editing
Penwith College is one of the UK’s leading providers of Games, Media, VFX & Photography.
Armando Garcia Lecturer 89 A Level A Level Film Studies Media Studies
Why choose this course? Fancy being the next Quentin Tarantino Why choose this course? The media play a central role in or Christopher Nolan? Studying film could put you on the right path. contemporary culture, society and politics. They shape our Film Studies offers the chance to gain hands-on experience of perceptions of the world through the representations, ideas and points filmmaking and explore film language, history, theory and criticism. of view they offer and have real relevance and importance in our lives today, providing us with ways to communicate, forms of cultural What will I learn? You will begin by exploring how aspects of expression and the ability to participate in key aspects of society. film form and language are motivated for expressive affect. This includes an examination of the creative decisions involved in mise- What will I learn? You will study a wide range of media products, en-scene, cinematography, editing, special effects and sound and undertaking detailed analysis of how the media communicate a consideration of how the structuring concepts of narrative and meanings in a variety of forms. You will debate the social, cultural and genre control meaning and spectator response. Film contexts are economic relevance and impact of the media as well as the way - TV, also explored, examining how social, cultural, political, historical radio, film, news, music, publishing, social media, advertising, games and institutional factors shape meaning. You will analyse different - are constructed to better understand the powerful and complex films and engage in research involving Hollywood 1930-1990, messages we receive. You will also develop photography and design contemporary American independent film, British film and non- skills using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign as well as developing English language European film. You will explore global filmmaking web and film skills. perspectives including world cinema, documentary, silent cinema and experimental film. Where will it take me? The course can lead to a degree in Journalism, Graphic Design, Advertising or Film. You will not only Where will it take me? A qualification in Film Studies is highly valued develop practical skills and a critical awareness of the media but by many universities and employers alike. also employability skills such as communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem solving skills.
A Level Photography
Why choose this course? Photography is an art of observation. It has little to do with the things you see and everything to do with the way you see them. It allows us to tell our story and show others our framing of the world around us. This course provides opportunities to engage in projects that encourage creativity, investigation, analysis and experimentation as a means of developing technical and expressive skills.
What will I learn? The course encourages the development of your own visual language while improving your understanding of the broad visual, cultural and theoretical contexts in which contemporary photographers operate. You will learn a broad range of photographic and camera skills - both analogue and digital - utilising traditional darkroom and digital Photoshop techniques. The course will teach you to appreciate photographic theory and practice and to apply understand the work of artists and pioneers in the development of the photographic medium.
now Successful completion of the course can lead Find out how on Where will it take me? page 124 to further study or employment in all areas of lens-based and visual arts including art foundation, media, film, multi-media, graphic design, journalism, advertising, illustration, PR, etc.
90 Gabriella Ciliberto Lens Based Media Level 3 Diploma
I have been encouraged to express my creativity and explore a diverse range of media. I have particularly enjoyed the link between my photography and graphic design. The lecturers do encourage you to work hard but also to have fun with the subject as media is all about people, communication and popular culture.
Gabriella is from Penzance and previously attended Mounts Bay Academy
91 Can be taken alongside A Levels Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Games Development
Why choose this course? If you love the exciting and imaginative worlds that exist in digital games but are not sure if you wish to commit to a full time Games Diploma, then this course is for you.
What will I learn? You will learn the fundamental skills of game development and the complex and challenging skills required to work in this fast expanding industry. You will learn how to model and construct fully realised 3D assets. Your practical journey will begin by learning how to work in digital 3D using industry-standard software and hardware. You will learn the pipeline used in industry to meet the expectations of creative briefs and will build skills to meet and exceed these goals. You will work in bespoke Games Labs with immersive surround sound and 60” LCD televisions with staff who are accredited to teach the Autodesk software you will be using. You will move into a development environment that utilises the Unreal 4 games engine.
Where will it take me? The course will allow you to progress onto a myriad of Higher Education courses. The course will no doubt be largely shaped by the full portfolio of qualifications you are studying towards and you will receive accurate and vital guidance in making your progression decisions.
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Level 2 Progression Games & Media
Why choose this course? The Progression 2 Media & Games pathway allows you to study the UAL Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production & Technology. This pathway will provide training for those intending to work in the media and games industries and will provide the opportunity to develop a range of competences and Why choose techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life in these fields. Media, Games &
What will I learn? In completing this Diploma you will obtain a Photography qualification that will enable progression to further study, training, or at Penwith College? employment and that will enable you to make informed choices with regard to a career in the media and games sector. You will also have 1. Industry standard hardware and software in developed creative and practical skills that may be applicable in other bespoke air-conditioned studios. work situations or will enable you to progress to Level 3 qualifications 2. Dedicated and highly educated staff with in areas such as Games Development, Creative Media Production, current industry experience. Art & Design, Performing Arts or Music and Music Technology. 3. Students have high aspirations and produce excellent work, leading to top university and Where will it take me? The UAL Diploma has been specifically employer opportunities. designed to offer you the bridge to Higher Education studies, which universities and industry partners are looking for. You have the opportunity to progress onto many creative industry institutions.
92 Level 3 Extended Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma Games, Animation & VFX Skills Games Design
Why choose this course? NextGen Skills Academy, a pioneering Why choose this course? If you enjoy playing and exploring the organisation backed by both government and industry funding, has imagined worlds that exist in digital games, then this is the course for launched its first course, the Level 3 Diploma in Games, Animation & you. VFX Skills with its partner awarding organisation AIM Awards. What will I learn? You will learn the tools and techniques required What will I learn? Together with the delivery of relevant and up- to design complex game worlds and environments that push the to-date course content written by the industry to replicate today’s boundaries of creativity as we move into an age when digital games real-world work environment, students joining the course will have are now recognised as an art form. You will start by learning the unprecedented access to industry mentors and industry-designed fundamentals of working in the games and creative digital industries. live briefs, set and assessed by a group of leading companies in Your practical journey will begin with learning how to work in digital various sectors. The design of the qualification has been in response 3D using industry standard software and hardware. You will learn the to direct input from an industry representative group of employers pipeline used in industry to meet the expectations of creative briefs from across the games, animation and VFX industries and covers the and will build skills to meet and exceed these goals. You will work fundamentals, industry working practice and technical learning about in bespoke Games Labs with immersive surround sound and 60” each and all of these industries. LCD televisions with staff who are accredited to teach the Autodesk software you will be using. Where will it take me? This qualification has an incredible amount of support from the industry partners and different Higher Education Where will it take me? The limits on what can be produced are only institutions. It is an amazing opportunity to learn in detail all of the defined by your ability and effort and Penwith College Games have a different roles available and to be able to put industry standard skills rich history in publishing games and winning national awards for our into practice before choosing a Higher Education course. work. You are in good hands!
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Lens Based Media
Why choose this course? The media is a powerful entity that plays a significant role within society. The centrality of the media to our everyday experience - from the conduct of your daily life to the exercise of power to the creation of culture - is inescapable.
What will I learn? The Diploma will provide you with an introduction to a broad range of creative and technical skills. The course incorporates vocational learning to provide you with the necessary understanding, knowledge and skills for future progression and employment. You will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of media – TV, filmmaking, radio, animation, photography, graphic design, social media, marketing – often in the form of ‘live’ or ‘real-world’ briefs and assignments where you will explore, develop and test your creativity within a stimulating and demanding environment. The course will provide you with opportunities to develop and utilise broad, transferable skills through encouraging an ethos of personal and professional development. get Where will it take me? The course will enable you to develop a connected portfolio of work that could support progression into courses at Level Follow us on 3. Alternatively you could choose to progress onto an Apprenticeship or an Employability pathway. Twitter
93 Music & Performing Arts
94 Brimming with performance opportunities, up and coming local artists will have the chance to learn how to place themselves on the world stage.
David Atkinson-Beaumont Programme Team Leader
Choose Music & Performing Arts for careers in:
Acting Directing You will be joining a vibrant Live Sound Production Performing Music and dynamic department with Theatre Director Play Writing opportunities to showcase your talents Voice Over Acting Session Music in one of many performance spaces Music Teaching within the College, or beyond. Song Writing & Composition
As part of the artistic community Cornwall is celebrated for, all the world really is your stage. Supported by experienced lecturers and technicians, your course will give you a solid foundation from which to springboard your talents. Whether you want to play as part of a band or act in the latest TV drama, we have a course that will teach you everything you need to know, growing your confidence and academic understanding as you progress.
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95 A Level A Level Drama & Theatre Studies Music
Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about all aspects of Why choose this course? This course will give an all-round drama and theatre then this course is for you. It is largely a practical understanding of, and ability in, the whole world of music, across a course but we always consider the work of influential playwrights, range of styles and techniques, looking at practitioners in as many directors and theatre companies that make theatre so exciting and genres as we can fit into the schedule. diverse. What will I learn? You will learn the central aspects of music: What will I learn? The course will provide you with the necessary performance; composition; analysis. Central aspects means you will skills to analyse and appreciate any play text or performance, play to a high level. In composition, you will grow to understand the recognising how historical and cultural contexts inform all areas of mechanics of music, how it works in terms of harmony, structure and theatre making whilst developing your performance skills. We have arranging, and you will be able to recognise and talk about different an excellent learning environment; our classes take place in a drama styles of music. You get to work with an accompanist each week so rehearsal room or a theatre space. This dedicated space encourages that your recital is as polished as possible. As a result, in this section you to develop your understanding of professional working theatre. of the course most students get an A grade. Your composing will improve as you will be able to write down what you can hear in your Where will it take me? The research, analytical and reflective writing, head. presentation and communication skills developed on this course are transferable to all areas of further study such as a degree in Drama Where will it take me? It is a suitable subject for progression to a or English, Media, Education and Humanities based subjects or BMus Degree or to a degree course in which Music forms part of a a vocational route such as Drama School to study acting, musical BA. It’s useful for those intending to teach, and can lead to a career in theatre or design. Drama also complements many courses, such as the recording industry, arts administration and performing arts. We are English Literature, Dance, Classics, any Media-related course and successful in getting students into several conservatoires including Education. Guildhall and the Royal Academy.
Can be taken alongside A Levels Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Music Practitioner
Why choose this course? This course is closely industry related helping you to gain practical skills that will be essential for pursuing a career in the music industry.
What will I learn? You will rehearse in our specialised practice studios, which are fully equipped with PA and backline equipment, use our iMac suite for sequencing/media based work and will work in our theatre/performance space learning how to use live sound and lighting equipment. You will be taught by lecturers who still work within the professional music arena from performance artists to music technology experts. You will receive one half hour instrumental or vocal lesson per week with your own personal music tutor who will help you to develop your playing skills and take you through graded examinations if needed. You will have many opportunities to perform at external events throughout the academic year in order to gain confidence and develop your skills as a performer.
Where will it take me? Many students use the course to progress on to university programmes such as BA (hons) in Commercial Music, Popular Music, or Sound Engineering. There are a variety of careers open to music graduates.
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Rockschool Level 3 Extended Diploma Music Practitioner
Why choose this course? This course is closely industry related helping you to gain practical skills that will be essential for pursuing a career in the music industry.
Why choose What will I learn? You will rehearse in our specialised practice studios, which are fully equipped with PA and backline equipment, Music & Performing use our iMac suite for sequencing/media based work and will work Arts at Penwith College? in our theatre/performance space learning how to use live sound and lighting equipment. You will receive one half hour instrumental 1. Fantastic, custom-built performance and or vocal lesson per week with your own personal music tutor who rehearsal facilities. will help you to develop your playing skills and take you through 2. Professional performance opportunities graded examinations if needed. You will have many opportunities to throughout the course. perform at external events throughout the academic year in order to 3. Industry links and speakers - both local gain confidence and develop your skills as a performer in front of real and international. audiences. Students performed this year at the St Ives Theatre, The Lugger Penzance, Sound Nightclub, Mazey Day, Notes on the Green and Lafrowda.
Where will it take me? Many students use the course to progress on to university programmes such as BA (Hons) in Commercial Music, Popular Music, Sound Engineering or Technology.
97 Science
98 STEM subjects form the foundations of the industrial and corporate worlds and provide students with a skill-set in high demand by employers.
Lynne Franklin Chemistry Lecturer
Choose Science for careers in:
Astronomy Chemistry Forensic Science Genetics Geochemistry Marine Science Geophysics Microbiology Nursing Physics Research Science Veterinary Science
You will have many opportunities to enrich your learning experience with fellow Science, Technology, Engineering and Why choose Mathematics (STEM) students. Science
The College is a member of the Royal Society Associate Schools and College at Penwith College? scheme, and you will benefit from these close links with the UK’s most prestigious 1. Award-winning laboratory facilities. scientific institution. 2. Support sessions available outside of class time. With a guest lecture programme that has included speakers from the Institute of 3. Opportunities to enter national Physics and behind the scenes tours at the Kennedy Space Centre, Florida, the science challenges. study of science at the College has never been more exciting.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/science 99 A Level A Level Biology Chemistry
Why choose this course? Studying Biology will give you a greater Why choose this course? If you enjoy the study of the substances understanding of traditional areas of Biology and these topical issues. that make both us and our surroundings, then Chemistry is for you. It is everywhere; in the food we eat and the water we drink, from the What will I learn? You will study biological molecules, cells, nutrition, clothes we wear and our mobile phones to the medicines that keep us gas exchange and transport systems in the first year. You learn healthy. about the biochemistry of respiration and photosynthesis, nervous systems, homeostasis, genetics, variation, populations, evolution What will I learn? You will develop your knowledge, competence and ecosystems. You will carry out many practical activities including and confidence in practical skills and problem solving, together with laboratory based investigations and ecological field studies. Biology enhancing your understanding of key chemical ideas and how they will give you the skills to make connections with all living things link to each other. You will study a variety of topics including organic around you. You will become confident in a variety of mathematical chemistry, energy, quantitative chemistry and chemical bonding and problem solving skills and will develop an understanding of how alongside contemporary issues such as atmospheric chemistry. society makes decisions about biological issues. Where will it take me? If you want to study Medicine, Dentistry, Where will it take me? Biology is a highly respected A Level that is Pharmacy or Veterinary Science then Chemistry is essential. An valued for most degree subjects. Biology opens up a wide range of understanding of chemistry is desirable for the study of many opportunities for university level study, including Medicine, Nursing, subjects, is valued highly by universities and equips you for Dentistry, Physiotherapy, Veterinary Science, Zoology, Radiography, further study in the sciences as well as areas such as law and Agriculture and Horticulture, Marine Biology, and many other finance. Studying chemistry will provide you with problem solving, possibilities. communication, creativity and teamwork skills; hence chemical scientists are much sought after and can pursue careers in many exciting and varied fields of work. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/science
A Level A Level Environmental Science Physics
Why choose this course? You will gain an understanding of how Why choose this course? If you wish to be challenged with new different events and cycles within the environment interrelate, how concepts and learn how the universe works then physics is the right human activity impacts upon these systems and the strategies used subject for you. to minimise the problems that may be caused. What will I learn? As a subject, it develops a wide range of valuable What will I learn? The Living Environment: conditions for life on skills: numerate problem solving; data analysis; experimental earth, conservation of biodiversity, life processes in the biosphere skills; the ability to describe and explain physical phenomena; and and conservation planning. The Physical Environment: a study of the application of physics knowledge to new situations. It will enable you atmosphere, the hydrosphere, mineral resources, biogeochemical to understand new discoveries in particle physics, material science, cycles and soils. Research Methods: investigative methods in astrophysics and cosmology. You will study a variety of topics; such environmental science - considering different methodologies, as mechanics, particle physics and astrophysics. How this theory standardisation techniques, collect and processing of statistically links to experimental work will be developed in core practical sessions significant data. Energy Resources: a study of the importance of where you will gain the skills in designing and executing experiments. energy resources in both past and future developments in society. Pollution: a number of different pollution issues will be covered Where will it take me? Physics is a highly respected A Level that is including atmospheric pollution, acid rain, oil, thermal, pesticide and valued for most degree subjects and by employers worldwide. It is an more. essential subject if you choose to study Physics or any engineering discipline in Higher Education. However, an understanding of physics Where will it take me? The course could lead you to a career with is desirable for a variety of university courses including Mathematics, an Environment Agency, National Trust, Forestry Commission, local Computer Science, Chemistry, Geology, Medicine, Dentistry, Wildlife Trusts, environmental consultancies, National Parks, recycling Veterinary Science and Environmental Science. organisations, waste management and water quality organisations.
100 Joe Twiddy A Level Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics
I enjoy most of all the depth of study that A Levels give you. It allows you to learn about a particular subject but then dig deeper through further investigation or wider reading. Because you get to choose the subjects you study, you can really focus in on the things that interest you.
Joe is from Newlyn and previously attended Humphry Davy School
101 Sport & Public Services
102 You will have the opportunity to participate, compete and excel in a wide range of physical activities at Penwith College.
You will also be able to become a member of our academy programmes irrespective of your academic course or standard of performance. Our sports teams play within the AoC Sport organisation, which runs leagues and cups across the country, as well as sport specific competitions and tournaments. Teams from the College have competed in the AoC Sport National finals and travelled across the South West as well as to London, Birmingham, Dallas and Japan, where we have had success at both regional and national level.
You will have the opportunity for personal development by taking part in the Sports Leaders Awards schemes, for which the College has been awarded Sports Leader UK Academy status and through which over 800 students have already trained. Students are involved in volunteering in local primary, secondary and special schools as well as at community events such as the Cornwall School Games.
Provision has been made for a wide spectrum of abilities with recreational sessions and non-competitive Choose activities. There are more than 60 free activity sessions delivered each week as part of the Health, Sport for Wellbeing and Sport Programme. careers in:
Sports Coaching PE Teaching Personal Training Sports Therapy
Professional Athletics Sports Nutrition Strength & Conditioning Coaching
Sports Psychology Sports Analysis Outdoor Pursuits
Students have fantastic opportunities to develop both their academic and sporting ability in great facilities, inspiring progression to university and sports related careers.
Vicky Pring Deputy Team Leader 103 A Level Physical Education
Why choose this course? This course is designed for students with an interest in the main theoretical components of physical education and those who display a high sporting level in at least one sport as a performer and/or coach.
What will I learn? The course looks at anatomical, physiological and psychological theories and applies them to current sporting activity and performance. Everyone on the course will undertake personal study, where you will analyse sporting performance and develop ways to improve either your own personal skill level or that of others. You are also assessed in personal skill levels and in competitive practical situations. You will study anatomy and physiology, acquisition of skills, and sport and society relating to participation in physical activity.
Where will it take me? Further possibilities include Truro and Penwith College’s Higher Education courses in Sports Coaching, Sports Therapy and Exercise Health & Fitness. Future careers include; teaching, coaching, physiotherapy, sports retail, sports therapy, journalism, sport administration in leisure and sports development.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/sport
Level 2 Progression Sport
Why choose this course? BTEC Firsts are vocationally related qualifications, where you will develop knowledge and understanding by applying learning and skills in a work-related context. This programme includes the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Sport, GCSE English and Maths and the study of enterprise.
What will I learn? The course will involve two online externally assessed units, Fitness Testing and Training, and Anatomy and Physiology. In addition to this you, will complete six internally Why choose assessed units including Planning and Leading Sports Activities Sport & Public and Injury and the Sports Performer. Each assignment will be based around a scenario that reflects tasks and projects that sports Services at employees would be undertaking in the workplace. For example, a health fitness instructor conducting client health and fitness Penwith College? assessments. 1. Outstanding facilities. 2. Wide range of careers and Where will it take me? Completing this qualification will enable progression to further study, training, or employment and will enable progression opportunities. 3. you to make informed choices with regard to a career in the sport Highly experienced and specialist staff. sector. You will also have developed academic and practical skills that may be applicable in other work situations or will enable you to progress to Level 3 qualifications in areas such as Public Services, Sport or Outdoor Adventure. 104 Level 3 Extended Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma Public Services Sport
Why choose this course? This course prepares you for the entry Why choose this course? This National Extended Diploma in Sport tests carried out by the emergency services and armed forces. It course includes elements of both theory and practical sport and will will also improve your fitness level, teach you leadership and team allow you to investigate the diversity within sport, health and the building skills and help you to develop an understanding of the public leisure industry. services that form the cornerstone of our society. What will I learn? The course will teach you to apply your sporting What will I learn? Inter-personal skills are at test throughout, and knowledge, as well as test your practical ability, by covering a range of you are actively encouraged to aim towards being confident in units including Sports Coaching & Leadership, Fitness Testing Sports looking after yourself; it could be ironing a shirt, or leading a team of Injury Management and Sports. During the course you will take on personnel on Bodmin Moor with map and compass. The skills taught the role of being employed within the sport and active leisure industry in the course can easily be transferred to management or similar when completing assignments and activities. Each assignment will vocations where leadership and decision making are important. be based around a scenario that reflects tasks/projects that sports You will study a range of units including Understanding Discipline, employees would be undertaking in the workplace. For example, Leadership and Teamwork and Nautical studies. From September a health fitness instructor conducting client health and fitness 2018 the course will comprise a small number of externally assessed assessment. From September 2018 the course will comprise a small units. number of externally assessed units.
Where will it take me? This course is highly recommended by the Where will it take me? This course prepares you for both Public Services employers who liaise closely with us to ensure that employment and progression onto Higher Education courses such we meet their entry requirements. There are opportunities to progress as the Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching at Truro and Penwith from this course to Higher Education, to study Public Services or College, or a degree programme at another university. Common related subjects at HND or degree level. career paths for Sport students include sports coaching, teaching, sports, sports management and fitness instructing.
Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport & Exercise Science
Why choose this course? The Sport and Exercise Science course is a scientific-based programme that prepares you for work in sport, or progression on to Higher Education to study a sport science related degree such as Physical Education, Sports Therapy, Sports Psychology, Exercise Physiology or Sports Biomechanics.
What will I learn? The course is an academic programme that combines theory and some practical sessions to cover the sport and exercise sciences' core elements of anatomy, physiology, psychology and biomechanics. The course will include units such as Sport and Exercise Psychology and Research Methods. During the course you will take on the role of being employed within the sport and active leisure industry when completing assignments and activities. From September 2018 the course will comprise a small number of externally assessed units.
Where will it take me? This course prepares you for both employment and progression onto Higher Education courses such as a Foundation Degree in Sports Rehabilitation or Health & Fitness Come and meet the staff at Truro and Penwith College, or a degree programme at another and tour the campus. Check out page 125 university. Common career paths for Sports Science students include for details sports therapy, sports coaching, teaching and fitness instructing.
105 Academies
106 Academies As a full-time student you could join one of our academies. These have been set up to encourage development and excellence. Whether your interest is sporting, academic or artistic, we have created programmes and support to help you excel.
As part of any academy you can expect to enjoy success during your time at Penwith College, but the skills you acquire will stay with you as you progress to university, career and into life as an enriched individual. Academy activities are included into your timetable, enabling you to access as much as possible without interfering with your studies.
Please note that academies can only be joined in conjunction with a full-time programme of study.
In addition to the academies on the following pages, Truro and Penwith College also offers other Academies at the Truro College campus. Transport may be provided for those wishing to take part. Please see the Sports Academies leaflet or the Truro College Prospectus for further information.
The academies are fantastic to be a part of, and a great way to add structure to your college day. Whatever your interest, the academies allow you access to experienced members of staff who can aid your development and support your future goals.
Emily Lord Sports Academy Coordinator
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/academies
107 Academic Academy Badminton Academy
Why choose this academy? If you are curious, inquisitive and enjoy Why choose this academy? All players, from beginners to county- learning, then the Academic Academy is for you. Explore new and level players, are welcome in the Badminton Academy. Training and interesting ideas that broaden your knowledge and supplement your fitness sessions in our extensive facilities prepare you for competitive College studies. match play.
What can I expect? The Academic Academy is a 30-week What can I expect? Players will have up to four hours per week of programme of lectures and seminars designed to stretch, challenge badminton related activities, including individual racket skills, drills and provide support for students who want to apply for selective and preparation for match play. All Badminton Academy players will universities. It is taken alongside your full-time programme and receive additional support and advice on strength and conditioning only requires a commitment of two hours a week. The programme and gain access to the College’s extensive fitness facilities. The is fun and exciting and aims to increase your intellectual curiosity College plays in the Association of Colleges Sport tournaments and and confidence in ways that will support applications to the most cups, with the opportunity to qualify for the national finals, as well as competitive universities. We’ll introduce you to new ideas and new a range of county and regional schools tournaments. In recent years, ways of looking at the world: every Wednesday afternoon you will the badminton team has been very successful on a national stage: have a lecture followed by a choice of seminar. they were winners of the AoC National Cup in 2014, 2016 and 2017, and had representatives in the South West team at the AoC National Championships.
Find out more online: Academies truro-penwith.ac.uk/academies
Basketball Academy Computing Academy
Why choose this academy? Advance your basketball skills on our Why choose this academy? The Computing Academy will enhance purpose-built courts at Truro College, with expert training, competitive your technical skills and employability, preparing you for a career in matches, excellent fitness resources and performance analysis. the fast-changing field of computing.
What can I expect? Players have the opportunity to train on the What can I expect? The academy is split into two strands, ethical basketball court for up to five hours a week, to play in competitive hacking and programming. You will learn about ethical hacking using fixtures, train in the fitness suite, receive match and personal our custom made student lab. You will shadow a real life target, performance analyses, and be given nutritional and psychological gathering intelligence and collating evidence that could be used to guidance. There are several male teams to accommodate the number gain electronic access. You will then map the real target’s network and standard of players, and a female team if there is demand. remotely, identifying the types and names of those network devices Students compete in the Association of Colleges (AOC) Sport and undertake cyber-attacks. competitions, including the Southwest League, Southwest Cup, and National Championship qualifying tournament. We also compete in The programming strand will allow you to explore possible the Dynamic National Schools Competition and U19 County League. developments using Raspberry Pi computers. You will undertake a project that will require you to combine programming techniques and electronics to create interactive devices such as robotic arms, GPS scanners and touch screen computers.
108 Elite Academy
Why choose this academy? Including the High Performance and Military Fitness Groups, the Elite Academy is designed to offer specialist training to exceptional athletes across a range of sports.
What can I expect? Athletes are required to be of at least county or regional standard (where available) to apply for the Elite Academy. Training programmes will be produced, where necessary, in conjunction with relevant coaches, and athletes will be encouraged to train with each other depending on their fitness requirements. There will be up to eight hours a week where sessions can be accessed to suit individual needs. Specific athletic and cross country training will also be held off site with Michelle Penhaligon, our UK Athletics Coach and Leader in Running Fitness. Michelle also works closely with our disabled students improving their fitness levels and preparing them for competition. Elite athletes will get the opportunity to compete in Association of Colleges Sport events including cross country, track and field championships, watersports championships as well as other county and regional competitions.
The High Performance group will work separately with UKSCA trained staff on their particular training needs. The Military Fitness Group will focus on outdoor sessions aimed at improving fitness and team work.
Football Development Programme
Why choose this academy? Working in association with the Chelsea FC Foundation, we bring you a comprehensive and powerful football training programme designed to develop you physically, technically and psychologically.
What can I expect? You will work with UEFA A and B licensed coaches, using the FA’s Four Corner Model of Learning, and will take part in around six hours of football-related activities per week. The Four Corners cover practical and theoretical learning across a wide range of topics such as: strength and conditioning; nutrition and hydration; sports injury/physiotherapy. Those selected to be in the Chelsea FC Foundation Truro squad will usually be of county standard or higher, and compete in the National U19 Football Youth Development League. The team plays against AFC Bournemouth, Chelsea FC Foundation (Dartmoor), Cheltenham Town, Exeter City, Plymouth Argyle and Swindon Town. You’ll play in official Chelsea kit and students will also take part in Chelsea FC Foundation’s annual Competitions Day where all of their college academies are invited to compete. Both students and coaches involved in the programme benefit from world-class training at Chelsea FC’s Cobham Training Centre throughout the year. Students not selected for the Chelsea squad will play in the AoC Sport or Cornwall League depending on standard. They will be able to access up to six hours training and fixtures on Wednesday afternoons.
109 Medics’ Academy
Why choose this academy? Prepare yourself for progression into a medical degree and career. The Medics’ Academy will give you all the information and training you need to get into university.
What can I expect? The Truro and Penwith College Medics’ Academy is run in partnership with Peninsula Medical School students as part of the Widening Access to Medical School (WAMS) initiative. This is a wholly student led organisation with the aim of informing, encouraging and inspiring students, and is very popular with those wishing to progress into a medicine degree. The work covered in Term 1 will build your awareness of what universities look for in students who apply to medicine. Work covered in Term 2 will include: a course delivered over the term by the WAMS students in years four and five at the Peninsula Medical School. Through individual sessions and group work the course will address and take forward the foundation work covered in Term 1; a course delivered over the term, which will address the breadth of work experience needed for an application to medicine. Academies
Music Academy
Why choose this academy? The Music Academy offers opportunities to musicians of all styles and instruments, promoting a range of genres as a part of the College’s musical culture.
What can I expect? This is where you’ll get to take part in musical ensembles of all kinds. A jazz band, vocal group, string ensembles, brass group, steel pan band, flute ensemble and saxophone ensemble are our current activities. In addition, there is a music theory class, which helps develop musicianship and leads to grade exams. We’ll ask you to be involved in at least two activities. Participants in any musical activity must be available for public performance and will take part in at least two activities. The calendar of music performances will be published in September of the academic year and is likely to include at least four events for each performance group. Some groups may share participation in the same event. You can play all kinds of music as long as it requires reading the dots! You can suggest music or composers you would like to perform. Most popular are film music, funk, jazz and musical theatre. Mozart always seems to have a place.
110 Netball Academy Rugby Academy
Why choose this academy? With three College teams at Truro Why choose this academy? The Rugby Academy caters for a range and two at Penwith, netball players of all abilities are welcome in the of abilities, providing the opportunity to play in one of four College Netball Academy. See your skills develop with our expert training. teams.
What can I expect? Most players tend to play for local clubs, many What can I expect? With over 80 students in the Rugby Academy, of them in regional leagues, although the 3rd team often play more our four teams play in over 70 fixtures and tournaments per season. for the social side of the game and are not always connected to local All students will have the opportunity to compete for places in any of clubs. However, we are proud that many players have progressed the teams which play weekly, although players in the first team squad from 3rd team status to 1st team over the two-year programme. will normally be of county standard or higher. Players will have up Truro and Penwith College Netball Academy provides fixtures where to eight hours per week of rugby related activities, which will include possible for our squads with local sides, schools competitions and theory sessions, coaching, video analysis, fitness sessions, skills in the Association of Colleges Leagues and tournaments. Our work and weight training. The Rugby Academy has toured to South teams play in the AoC South Superleague, AoC SW 1 League and Africa, Dubai and Canada, as well as competing at The Sanix Junior AoC SW 2 League. Players have the opportunity for netball related World Rugby Tournament in Japan in 2010, 2012, 2015 and 2016. activities such as work on skills, tactics and fitness, match play and The Cornwall RFU has been very successful in developing players match analysis. All students have the opportunity to develop their in the under 16 age groups. This joint initiative between Truro and own personal performance. There is a real club feeling to the Netball Penwith College and Exeter Chiefs’ Rugby Academy provides players Academy with a friendly atmosphere where everyone, regardless of with the real opportunity of a first class education coupled with first experience or ability, is valued. Students are also encouraged to be class rugby coaching, whilst staying in Cornwall. involved in coaching and umpiring opportunities.
Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/academies
Surf Academy Tennis Academy
Why choose this academy? The Surf Academy has two strands - Why choose this academy? All students are welcome to join the competition for experienced surfers, and participation for beginners. Tennis Academy, from enthusiastic beginners to county- and club- Whatever level you are, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to improve level players. Improve your skills, have fun and compete nationally. and test your skills. What can I expect? In conjunction with Truro Tennis Club, players What can I expect? Surfing is available from both campuses and from the Truro campus have the opportunity to receive professional has produced a competitive team of male and female surfers who coaching for up to six hours per week. Coaching will include individual compete in Surfing GB and UK pro tour events during the season. racket skills, drills and preparation for match play. Sessions will take Students may have up to four hours per week of surfing related place at both the College and Truro Tennis Club. At Penwith, players activities. The competition strand is for students with a high level have the opportunity to receive professional coaching for up to six of surfing skill and experience. Opportunities exist to take part hours per week in conjunction with Penzance Tennis Club. Coaching in local and national competitions and events. The participation includes individual racket skills, drills and preparation for match play, strand encourages students to develop practical techniques and and sessions take place at Penzance Tennis Club. All Academy understanding of sea conditions and will normally see students having players will receive additional support and advice on strength and a competent level of surfing ability that includes relevant personal conditioning and gain access to our extensive fitness facilities. We equipment, knowledge of etiquette and green wave surfing. play in the Association of Colleges (AoC) Sport tournaments, with the opportunity to qualify for the AoC National finals, as well as a range of county and regional tournaments.
There is also opportunity to play in the National LTA Senior Students Cup which the male team won in 2016 and 2017.
111 The Low-down Information for new students
Student Life & Opportunities
Study Plus In addition to your course and as part of your timetable, you will HWS activities include swimming, climbing, football, exercise classes, choose from the wide range of activities that form our Study Plus canoeing, trampolining, boxing, golf, military fitness, squash and gym programme. Study Plus activities are offered throughout the week. sessions. The programme has been developed through consultation As well as adding to your CV or university application, these can give with the Sport England, Association of Colleges Sport, College you a break from your studies and enable you to meet people from Student Council, Cornwall Sports Partnership and National Governing other courses. Bodies for Sport.
You can follow an activity that complements your existing study The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award or use it to discover something entirely new. There are many activities The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is universally recognised as one you can choose from, plus the opportunity to gain work experience. If of, if not the best, programme for the personal development of we don’t offer an activity that interests you, let us know and we’ll see if young people. If you participate in the Award you will experience we can add it to the Study Plus programme. an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding programme of personal development. Taking part builds confidence and develops self- Health, Wellbeing & Sport (HWS) esteem. It requires persistence, commitment and will have a lasting Truro and Penwith College is committed to providing an environment impact on your attitudes and outlook. where students can grow and develop by offering free regular recreational activities in addition to the Sports Academy provision. On the DofE programme you will complete different types of activities We offer students a menu of physical activities to fit around student to achieve an Award e.g. volunteering, physical, skills, expedition and timetables, to help promote both physical and mental health residentials. throughout the campus.
The HWS Project Lead oversees a team of Activators who help deliver the national award winning HWS programme that targets students who would benefit from regular participation in physical activity. The menu of opportunities is fully inclusive and diverse to encourage all students to access the activities. The programme has been developed to support students both mentally and physically throughout their time at College, and help them achieve their academic goals. The free menu of activities includes before College gym sessions, drop-in lunchtime sessions and after College activity sessions. Students can pop in with their friends to relax and socialise, with no need to book or join a membership scheme.
112 Campus Life Student Ambassadors As you can see, there are many chances for you to thrive, explore, You can help us spread the word about the amazing experience develop and learn, but some days you may just like to enjoy campus you have at Penwith College to future students. You can become a life, meet your friends and relax in one of the cafés and outdoor areas Student Ambassador and gain experience in PR work, visiting schools on campus. around the county, attending open events as well as helping new students at the start of term. Academies As a full-time student you could join one of our academies. These Student Association have been set up to encourage development and excellence in a The Student Association (PCSA) exists to represent all full time wide range of sports as well as music, academic study and for those students in advising the College Management of educational and interested in the medical profession. Academy activities are included recreational matters that are of interest to the students of the College. into your timetable enabling you to access as much as possible Students are automatically members of the PCSA unless they choose without interfering with your studies. not to be.
Creative Arts The Student Association Committee is elected at the end of the If you have an interest in the creative arts you may be able to Spring Term. No Association membership fee is charged. Membership contribute to one of the many performances or exhibitions throughout is not compulsory. One member of the Association acts as Student the year, both at College and outside venues. Annually, the College Governor, representing student views at relevant Board of Governors’ holds an Art and Design Exhibition in Penzance that is open to the meetings. public. This event attracts hundreds of people to view your work. Student Association Council Fundraising There are a number of events throughout the year organised by the You may want to become part of the strong tradition of fundraising Student Association Council and these are great opportunities for within the College. You and your friends can select charities to students to meet new friends. support which in the past have included Shelterbox, CLIC, Lamin Appeal, Heart Foundation, Breast Cancer Care, Cancer Relief, Comic Relief and Children in Need. Fancy dress, hair dyeing and cake sales are just some of the antics you could be involved with in order to raise funds as well as the more formalised events such as Ten Tors, fun runs and marathons.
Travel Opportunities Travel opportunities exist either as part of your studies or for enrichment. Previous destinations have included Iceland, Swaziland, Paris and Toronto. There are also language exchange opportunities, local field trips and activity trips such as skiing.
113 The College Campus & Resources
The College Campus Mac suites, a games studio, construction workshops and a stunning Hair and beauty students learn in our Inspiration salons where you central amphitheatre are just some of the facilities you will find around can enjoy a discounted hair cut or treatment. If you are looking to the campus to enhance your studies, as well as the subject-relevant unwind from your studies with a relaxing massage, getting a quick labs, classrooms, studios, performance spaces and IT suites you trim before heading out with your friends or a quick splash of colour would expect from one of the top colleges in the country. with a manicure, you can get it all right here at College.
If you are learning catering skills or enjoy excellent food, the Senara Through libraries and IT suites you will have access to a restaurant and catering kitchen is open five days a week for lunch. comprehensive range of contemporary books, journals, audiovisual The food and services, all provided by our catering students, have and online materials that will provide inspiration for studying and to already received accolades, impressing chefs and food writers alike. help improve your results. Open to the public, as well as the College community, the incredible value for money means reserving your table is a must. Learning and leisure are blended successfully. There are cafés and social spaces across the campus to enable you to enjoy your time There are multiple, well-equipped performance spaces for you to outside of taught classes, and of course, the breathtaking view across explore your talents. Music technology rooms have workstations, Mount’s Bay and St Michael’s Mount. running current music software. The fully equipped recording studios are used for teaching and you can book them for your use.
You can use our theatre and studio spaces, inside and out, for drama performances. Due to our excellent facilities, there is a varied programme of performances, workshops and external classes across the College as a whole, which you will be able to access.
We have excellent sports facilities that you can access during the day. There is an indoor multi use games area for a range of sports and a fully equipped fitness suite for strength, conditioning and aerobic activity.
There is also a third generation floodlit Astro turf pitch, providing such a high standard facility that it is used by the Cornish Pirates for training. Penzance Leisure Centre, including a swimming pool, is situated over the road from the College.
114 Access Information Technology The buildings at Penwith College are almost unique amongst colleges The College has a large number of computers capable of using an because the facilities are accessible to all students. All parts of the extensive range of software available for students to use on a drop-in College may be accessed by people with limited mobility and within basis. Students are expected to improve their awareness of, and the College there are a number of lifts designated for their use. skills in, Information Technology (IT). There are many IT workshops with staff who can support you in your use of IT. The College has Refreshments Wi-Fi throughout the buildings, which enables students to access the Penwith College has several eating areas around the campus. A wide internet and complete College work using their own network enabled variety of reasonably priced meals, sandwiches, drinks and snacks device. are all available on site. Details of opening times will be published in the Student Diary, available at the start of the academic year. The College Shop College operates a cashless catering system. Almost all of the materials needed for your course should be available through the shop. Prices are very competitive compared to retail Learning Centres (Libraries & IT Suites) outlets. Products available include photographic, electronic and The College has many Learning Centres right across the campus. computer consumables. It also has a wide range of art and stationery These are areas where traditional printed resources sit alongside our materials. All money for trips and visits are collected here. expanding electronic provision. The open-access computers in each IT suite offer a wide range of software and there are staff available to support your use of the facilities.
Necessary books are provided by the College and must be returned in good condition. Students are asked to pay a resources deposit which will be refunded if all text and library materials are returned. The Learning Centres hold relevant collections of books, journals, DVDs and CDs, and there is increasing electronic access to books as well as online journals and databases via the College Intranet Virtual Learning Centre.
115 Support Services
GCSEs & Functional Skills Any student who is yet to achieve a Grade 4 in Maths and/or English (either Language or Literature) will be required to retake these qualifications. For those students who achieve a Grade 3, this will be GCSE. For those who achieve a Grade 2 or below this will be either GCSE or Functional Skills and will be determined by previous qualifications and an initial assessment. For students who have already achieved a Grade 4, there are opportunities available to improve to a higher grade. In many cases progression opportunities will be dependent on achievement of English and Maths
Students can access this type of programme by speaking with their Programme Team Leader (PTL).
Learning Support Many students discover during their course that they require some additional help with an aspect of their studies. The College will always endeavour to meet your needs and in the Study Centres you will find staff who can help with literacy, numeracy and general study skills.
Tutor Support At Penwith College you will get to know many members of staff and other students easily. You will be assigned a tutor who usually will be one of the people who teach you. Your tutor will get to know you well and will usually be the first person you go to if you need advice or help. Student Services If you are in need of advice, guidance and support, the Student You will also join a tutor group of students for which a senior member Services team is dedicated to helping you. We want you to of staff will be responsible. successfully complete your course and our professional team of staff will work with you, to support you in progressing into your future Careers Guidance career or into Higher Education. The College has received the Investor in Careers Award in recognition of the comprehensive service that is provided. We have Student Support a commitment to offer impartial, supportive, timely and informal Support given is wide ranging and any problems experienced by careers guidance to all students. Students have entitlement to careers students during their course, either personal or academic, will be education and guidance from tutors and course lecturers, PTLs and addressed as quickly as possible. the careers adviser. We conduct individual careers interviews with students and offer workshops to tutor groups. Mental Health, Welfare & Counselling Support If there are any issues that a student feels they need advice and Students have the opportunity to discuss their personal progression support with, such as anxiety, relationships or drugs and alcohol routes and receive support in making decisions appropriate to they can see a member of the Student Services team. They can their needs. You will find a range of careers literature and software also advise on benefits and help with housing matters. Additionally, available in Student Services and resources areas around the students can also talk to a mental health nurse and safeguarding College. College careers staff are well-qualified, receive regular person within the team. training and participate in many initiatives in this fast changing field. Some students, whilst studying, may experience emotional and personal issues that need to be shared with a qualified counsellor. Penwith College offers a professional counselling service to students to explore situations causing concern.
116 Equality & Safeguarding
Equality of Opportunity Truro and Penwith College is committed to meeting its duties contained in the Equality Act 2010. We aim to create a culture of inclusiveness and to challenge discrimination, taking positive action in order to remove barriers to the educational and personal progression of individual learners. To achieve this aim the College will not tolerate unfair or unlawful discrimination.
The College’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy and commitment to the Investors in Diversity standard demonstrates that the College will seek to remove any existing barriers to all staff, students, governors and visitors, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Truro and Penwith College endeavours to promote an inclusive working and learning environment, which supports the individuals within its community irrespective of their background. The College aims to promote equality of opportunity, by providing full and equal access to all students who can benefit from its provision and by encouraging and enabling all members of the College to build and contribute to a society that values cultural and social diversity. A focus on learner voice and involvement in instigating change reflects this commitment.
Learning Difficulties and Disabilities The College welcomes applications from students with learning difficulties and disabilities. Students can access a wide range of externally accredited and College-certificated courses through programmes that are developed to meet individual needs. Learning support and specialist equipment are provided as required.
Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults at Truro & Penwith College matrix Truro and Penwith College is committed to safeguarding and Truro and Penwith College has received matrix accreditation. This promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable is the national quality standard for any organisation that delivers adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. information, advice and guidance on learning and work. This means that we have a Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and appropriate procedures in place. All staff, including volunteers Truro & Penwith College Bursary Fund and governors, must ensure that they are aware of these procedures. This fund is to assist students with travel, essential equipment and trips. Applicants are means tested. Forms can be collected from Sometimes we may need to share information and work in Student Services. partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child’s, young person’s or vulnerable adult’s welfare. We will ensure Attendance Advice that our concerns about our children, young people and vulnerable Advice is given by Personal Tutors and the Learning Mentors on adults are discussed with their parents/carers first (as appropriate) procedures to keep your attendance record accurate and up-to-date. unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child’s, young person’s or vulnerable adult’s welfare. Childcare It is important that you seek advice from Student Services regarding fees for childcare as some help may be available to you.
117 College Policies & Procedures
Student Life Penwith College has very few rules, but both you as a student and all College staff work within the Charter to ensure everyone has the most positive and beneficial experience possible.
Before you become a student at Penwith College we aim to provide you with information about the courses we offer and the practicalities of being a student here. We will let you know about transport, finance, equipment and progression. If you have any additional needs we will give you details of the individually tailored support you can expect at Penwith College.
Once you apply, you can expect us to process your application fairly and efficiently and, normally within three weeks of receipt of your application form, provide you with a date and time for an interview. The interview is a good opportunity for both you and the College to ensure you are choosing a course that is right for you and that you The Truro & Penwith College Charter have all the information you need. After your interview a decision Just as we expect our students to aim at achieving a high standard, about a place at Penwith College can usually be made. so students should have expectations that the College will deliver high-quality learning programmes and services. The College Charter, When you start as a Penwith College student we will give you available from reception and online, sets out in more detail the a thorough induction. You will receive a lot of new information standards we will achieve. including details on learning resources, dates, security, health and safety, safeguarding, attendance, assignments and College rules, Drugs, Alcohol and Smoking Policy procedures and policies. You will also be given a student handbook This College does not condone the use of drugs or alcohol. We seek and diary, which will give you a record of all the information for you to to educate students about drugs and alcohol-related issues and refer back to. provide help to those who ask for it. All Truro and Penwith College sites have a no smoking policy except within the designated smoking As a student at Penwith College you will accept more responsibility areas. for your work and your progress than during your time at school. Many courses require you to work extensively on your own in College Data Protection Act and at home. First class study facilities are available in the College Any information that you provide during the application process is and successful students use these effectively. We will help you to protected under the 1984 Data Protection Act. organise your work, but you will be responsible for ensuring that you meet deadlines. The College requires that you attend regularly and Fees punctually and that you meet the demands of your course. We hope If you are aged 16 to 18 years and a student under the age of 19 on that you will enjoy your time at Penwith College and the staff at the 31 August you will not normally be charged fees for tuition. Overseas College will work with you to help you achieve success. students or mature students will be liable for fees and details will be available from the College. College Day The College day for full-time students will usually last from 9.15am to Examination Fees 4.15pm. Students will have more private study time than is the case Full-time students who do not pay tuition fees would not normally be with pupils in school. asked to pay for examinations that are taken as part of the course with the College’s approval. Students who pay tuition fees will need to pay their own examination fees.
Fees Waiver Students who are in receipt of an income-related, tested state benefit (or who are unwaged dependants of a benefit claimant) are not normally required to pay tuition fees. If you are concerned because you have to pay tuition fees then please contact Student Services on 01736 335000.
118 Frequently Asked Questions
My school has a sixth form, do I have to stay there? Can I just enrol in an academy? Although you now have to stay in full-time education until the end of No. Academies are offered only in conjunction with a full-time the academic year in which you turn 18, it’s your choice where you programme of study. They are intended as a supplement for, and not want to study. an alternative to, the qualifications the College runs.
Why should I choose Penwith College? When can I apply and when will my interview take place? There are many reasons why Penwith College is a great place You can send in your application from January onwards. Interviews to study after you have finished school. See pages 6 to 19 of this take place at different times for everyone; this is because each prospectus for information. application is looked at and assessed individually. Don’t panic if your friend has an interview date sent to them before you do - you haven’t Can I have a look around the College? been forgotten! Of course, Penwith College run a number of Open Events throughout the year. You can meet the staff, see the fantastic new facilities and What questions will I be asked at my interview? find out about your life as a student. See page 128 for full dates and Your interview is not a pass/fail test. It is a consultation where you times. discuss your plans for your future both in and beyond education. Your course choices are looked at relative to your own aspirations, I can’t decide what type of course to take; what might help me to ensure that the two things match up reasonably well. Parents or choose? carers can attend their child’s interview if they wish. At the interview, The ‘Options Explained’ section in this prospectus gives details once a suitable course has been agreed, you will be given an offer about the types of courses we offer and what they entail. There is a card. You need to fill this out and return it to us as soon as possible. huge choice at Penwith College, from A Levels to vocational courses and Apprenticeships, so there is bound to be something to suit What if I don’t get the GCSE grades I was expecting? you here. Visiting the College at one of our Open Events is highly Firstly, don’t panic! There’s a course for everyone available at the recommended and talking to our staff will help you make this decision. College - not attaining your expected GCSE grades does not mean your offer to study here has been withdrawn. That said, you will be Can I go to university if I don’t take A Levels? asked to attend an advice session, to discuss whether pursuing the Vocational courses also provide a proven route to university providing same courses as you selected before is the right choice for you, or if the subjects are compatible. College Open Events are a great another course might suit you better in light of your recent results. opportunity for you to find out whether the course you want to follow is suitable for applying to university, as is your interview. How will I get to College? Subsidised travel is available to full-time students under the age of 19 Do courses have entry requirements? who live further than three miles from the College. A College transport Yes, most courses do, though we do offer courses for those with no system is also available for those who do not qualify for this; a bus prior qualifications and we always treat everyone as an individual. pass can also be arranged for First routes. Buses on a direct pickup Please refer to the ‘Options Explained’ section for details of what route should run to the College daily. grades you need to start your chosen course. What is Study Plus? How do I apply for a course? Study Plus is an opportunity to further your current interests, or The applications process is covered fully in the ‘How to Apply’ section develop new ones. Courses on offer can assist you in gaining further of this prospectus. You firstly complete an application. This can be qualifications such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award, or they can done online at truro-penwith.ac.uk or an application form can be simply be a way for you to enjoy pursuing your hobbies. Further obtained from schools in Cornwall or by telephoning the College on information can be found under ‘Student Life’ in this prospectus. 01736 335000.
119 Your Journey to College
Truro and Penwith College is working in partnership with Cornwall Council and Sustrans (the UK’s sustainable transport charity - www.sustrans.org.uk) to promote active, sustainable travel to College and reduce congestion.
Choosing to travel on foot or by bicycle reduces air pollution and traffic congestion, whilst saving you money and keeping you fit. Using public transport also helps reduce your carbon footprint, so check out your travel options below and play your part in making Penzance a better place to study.
Walking to College Walking is a simple way to fit physical activity into your day, it’s cheap With the right clothing and equipment, weather and luggage need not and helps keep you fit. Why not transform your trip to the gym into be a barrier to travelling to College on two wheels. There is ample your commute to College? There are numerous quieter walking covered cycle storage around the campus and showers/changing opportunities from the centre of Penzance to the College, which take facilities are available (shown on the cycle facilities map available approximately 15 minutes along residential streets. at the transport desk and on the College website). Penzance is only a short 10 minute cycle ride away and it is possible to access the There is a subway linking Heamoor, to the north, with the College to campus via quieter residential streets. avoid crossing the A30 trunk road. Walking and Cycling Routes Cycling to College There are traffic-free routes from Marazion and Newlyn into College, Cycling is a great option for travelling to College, especially if you which form part of the National Cycle Network. For further information live within five miles, where journeys by bike can take less than 25 on these and other routes visit Sustrans mapping at www.sustrans. minutes. There are so many benefits to travelling by bike - it’s good org.uk/ncn/map. Details of the cycle network that connects many for our health, the environment and saves money at the same time. of the major towns in the county and forms The Cornish Way are available at www.cornwall.gov.uk/cornishway.
120 Images courtesy of J Blewley/Sustrans Buses Trains Penwith campus is well served by public service buses; these can be Frequent mainline trains serve Penzance station and regular buses caught at the stops adjacent to the College on Nancealverne. Visit the connect to the College. Alternatively, Adelaide Street and Taroveor SouthWest Traveline website to check which public transport options Road provide a walking route along quieter streets, from the station are available: www.travelinesw.com or call 0871 200 22 33. to the College. This takes approximately 15 minutes to walk. Why not opt for a multi-modal option? Bicycles can be transported by train Truro and Penwith College Bus Passes - booking bikes onto high speed trains is mandatory and on other Students whose household income is less than £31,000 per year trains, at peak times, space may be limited and carriage of bikes is may receive a reduced rate Truro and Penwith College bus pass, or then at the operator’s discretion. Cornwall Council assisted transport costs on application (*subject to review). For continuing students it will be dependent on a minimum Driving to College of 90% attendance during the previous term, as recorded on the Truro and Penwith College promotes the use of sustainable travel College’s MIS database. as the first option to get to your place of study. However, we recognise the fact that sometimes car travel is unavoidable. A College transport service is available to students who do not qualify Carshare Cornwall provides a free service for passengers and drivers for subsidised travel. The College can arrange a bus pass on First to link up and share car journeys. Click on the cost calculator on the service routes. In addition, the College also provides transport links www.carsharecornwall.com to work out how much you could save. with Looe. Further details are available from the College and the College website. If you want to study at the College and if we agree Students that wish to drive to College need to apply for a parking that we have an appropriate course, we will do our best to help you permit. These are issued on a case by case basis; forms are available come here. on the College intranet. There is a cost attached to parking permits and parking spaces are limited on site. For full details of the buses that serve the campus contact the College transport desk on 01872 267003 or visit www.cornwallpublictransport.info.
Research shows that regular adult cyclists have fitness levels of someone 10 years younger
Source: Sustrans (2007) the health benefits of walking and cycling to school.
121 Lifelong Learning We are committed to lifelong learning.
You can progress on to one of our many Higher Education degrees, foundation degrees, HNDs, education qualifications or the Foundation Art & Design course. If you are returning to education, the Access to Higher Education courses provide an ideal progression route. Truro and Penwith College also offers a range of Part-time Courses, Business Services and Higher Education opportunities accessible to all ages.
Foundation Art & Design Access to Higher Education
Are you keen to develop your creative skills, explore a wide A great course to get you back into studying. range of specialist areas, learn new techniques, and challenge your imagination to discover where your creative talents lie? This Truro College Foundation Diploma course provides a year of practical study, • Access to Higher Education: Humanities, Teaching and Law enabling you to make informed decisions about your future prospects • Access to Higher Education: Nursing/Human Sciences as an artist or designer, as well as possible applications to degree • Access to Higher Education: Psychology, Counselling & Social Work courses. • Access to Higher Education: Science • Access to Higher Education: Teaching The course is broad-based, starting with a series of assignments that embrace a wide range of approaches, materials and techniques. As Penwith College the year progresses you will specialise in the area of your choice. • Access to Higher Education: Creative Arts The emphasis throughout will be on research experimentation and • Access to Higher Education: Creative Media & Games creative exploration. Through a Contextual Studies Programme you • Access to Higher Education: Humanities will study the work of other artists and designers relevant to your own • Access to Higher Education: Health and Social Care studio practice, which will be supported by an (optional) study trip abroad to visit museums and contemporary galleries. Life drawing is All students will study the core subjects in addition to their chosen taught on a weekly basis in order to help develop your observational pathway: preparation for Higher Education (study skills, oral skills. communication, evaluation) and information technology.
You will be fully supported through the degree application process Access to Higher Education courses are designed to give students with preparation for specialist presentations and the development of the necessary grounding to succeed in Higher Education. The portfolios of work. majority of British universities will accept Access to Higher Education courses as an alternative to A Levels and other more traditional routes. Entry Requirements Students are usually aged 19 or over at the beginning of the course Students will normally be 18 years when starting this course, having and all applicants will be expected to attend an interview. The majority achieved A Level qualifications or an Extended Diploma within art- of students who have followed Access programmes at Truro and based subjects. Mature students with or without formal qualifications Penwith College have been successful in gaining places at colleges are welcomed. All applicants are interviewed with a supporting and universities of their choice. Courses normally start mid-September portfolio of creative work. and end in mid-June. Taught hours will be approximately 15 hours per week depending on the pathway chosen. Courses usually run over This course is also offered as part-time over a two year period. three days and offer parent-friendly hours (ie 9.30am to 3.15pm). For an application form please contact Truro College on 01872 267000. For a leaflet please contact Truro College on 01872 267000 or Penwith College on 01736 335000.
122 Higher Education Truro & Penwith College Local university courses with both full-time and part-time routes are Business available at Truro and Penwith College. The Truro and Penwith College Business team works with businesses Do you want to gain a full degree, a foundation degree or an HNC/D? across Cornwall to deliver high quality-learning solutions for their If so the College offers a wide range of university courses delivered in staff. The team is based across all Truro and Penwith College sites a friendly environment with excellent teachers and modern facilities. including Penwith, Truro, Newquay and its four-storey Training Centre You will be taught in small groups and receive significant personal in Truro City Centre, Haven House. The business training is delivered support from our team of tutors and support staff. by a range of expert delivery staff in departments across the College.
Top-up degrees: BA (Hons) Applied Media, BA (Hons) Education We aim to improve business and individual performance through & Training, BA (Hons) Human Behavioural Studies, BA (Hons) working in partnership with businesses to: Silversmithing & Jewellery, BSc (Hons) Applied Computing Technologies, BSc (Hons) Applied Social Science, BSc (Hons) • Bring talent into businesses through traineeships, Apprenticeships Applied Sport & Health Science, BSc (Hons) Archaeology and individual training programmes • Provide professional qualifications and courses for individuals to Foundation degrees & HND/C: Subject areas include: Art & Design, progress their careers Business & Law, Education, Community & Counselling, Health, • Design bespoke training delivered where and when a business Humanities, Initial Teacher Training, IT & Computing, Media & needs it Photography, Science, Sport & Public Services, ITT courses and University short courses. Support for the business could include management training, business skills seminars, professional qualifications, tailored For more information about the exciting range of Higher Education training, Apprenticeships, coaching and mentoring and development opportunities and a copy of the latest prospectus just call us on programmes incorporating groups of staff. The College has a huge 01872 267122 or email [email protected] variety of courses to support businesses ranging from engineering to hospitality, child care to construction, health and social care to IT You can also ring 01872 267122 to book a place at the HE Open Day and carpentry to leadership development. The team are here to help on Saturday 04 November 2017, 10.00am until 3.00pm. provide advice and support to individuals and businesses in order to upskill and progress in future careers.
If you are a young person and would like to find out more about Apprenticeships, our team of experienced advisers are available to discuss them with you. They can also show you how to access the Part-time Courses Apprenticeship Vacancy Matching Service to help you to find the right job. You can download our free guide on how to get an Apprenticeship Get more from your favourite hobby, or discover a new one with from our website. If you are a parent or an employer, we can explain our extensive range of recreational courses. From exploring your how Apprenticeships work and the benefits that businesses and creative side with a variety of arts and crafts courses, including life Apprentices achieve through the programme. drawing, watercolour painting, dressmaking and flower arranging to discovering the world’s cuisine through a selection of cookery For further information and advice please contact: programmes, with dance, fitness and music classes in between, there Truro and Penwith College Business is bound to be something for you. telephone: 01872 242711 email: [email protected] Looking to boost your skills or change career? We offer plenty of web: www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/business qualification courses to enhance your employability. With courses in administration, accounting and personnel, to law and teaching, as well as hair and beauty programmes, there are lots of opportunities available to improve your prospects, whether you are just starting out or aiming higher up the career ladder.
If you would like to find out further information or enrol, please contact our friendly Part-time Courses team on 01872 265800 / 01736 335149 or email [email protected].
123 Your next
Have a think and do your research steps: What subjects are your favourites, which do you enjoy the most? What is your dream career and what subjects or courses How to Apply will help you get there?
Fill out an application form You can pick up an application form from the College or download Come along to an Open Event one from our website. If you need any help completing your Our Open Events are a great way to meet and speak to our application just get in touch with our helpful team. You can also teaching staff, current students and to take part in a range of complete a 16+ Option Form at your current school. activities. See the opposite page for dates and times.
Attend a short interview Once you’ve applied we’ll invite you in for a short interview to Get your GCSE results talk through your course choices and options. When everyone’s Whatever your results we know you’ll have done your very best. happy you will get your course offer and entry requirements. We will send you a letter explaining how to tell us your results.
That’s it All that’s left is to come along to your induction at the College in Get in touch September. We look forward to Call us to confirm your place or if you’re not sure of your next move we can help. Talk to our friendly advisers who are here to seeing you then. help you work out the best path to that dream career.
124 We are open Visit us
Discover why we are Outstanding at one of our many Open Events. Meet the staff, tour the campus and explore your options.
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Learning Centres (Libraries & IT Suites) 115 Learning Difficulties and Disabilities 117 Index Learning Support 116 Lifelong Learning 122 A M Academies 106 & 113 Access 115 matrix 117 Access to Higher Education 122 Mental Health, Welfare & Counselling Support 116 Attendance Advice 117 O C Options Explained 16 Campus Life 113 Outstanding Academies 13 Careers Guidance 116 Outstanding Education 06 Childcare 117 Outstanding Experiences 10 College Day 118 Outstanding Opportunities 14 College Policies & Procedures 118 Outstanding Results 08 College Shop 115 Contents 03 P Course Listing 04 Courses & Training Programmes 20 Part-time Courses 123 Creative Arts 113 R D Refreshments 115 Data Protection Act 118 Drugs, Alcohol and Smoking Policy 118 S
E Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults 117 Student Ambassadors 113 Equality of Opportunity 117 Student Association 113 Equality & Safeguarding 117 Student Life & Opportunities 112 & 118 Examination Fees 118 Student Services 116 Student Support 116 F Study Plus 112 Support Services 116 Fees 118 Fees Waiver 118 T Foundation Art & Design 122 Frequently Asked Questions 119 The College Campus & Resources 114 Fundraising 113 The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award 112 The Low-down 112 G The Truro & Penwith College Charter 118 Travel Opportunities 113 GCSEs & Functional Skills 116 Truro & Penwith College Bursary Fund 117 Truro & Penwith College Business 123 H Tutor Support 116
Health, Wellbeing & Sport (HWS) 112 W Higher Education 123 How to Apply 124 We are open. Visit us 125 Welcome 02 I Y Index 126 Information Technology 115 Your Journey to College 120
126 127 How to get to Penwith College Get in touch
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From Newlyn Penwith College holds many Open Events throughout the year where you can see the fantastic facilities and find out about your life as a student at one of the best colleges in the country. Discover why we are Outstanding:
2017 10am - 3pm Correct at time of print. Prospective students should check with the Sat 25 Nov Open Day College for up-to-date information. This document is a guide for the Thu 01 Feb 2018 Open Evening 5pm - 8pm information of students and parents. It is not intended to create any Sat 10 Mar 2018 Open Morning 10am - 1pm contractual relationship. Courses and other details may be modified if necessary. Programmes of study leading to a qualification are Wed 02 May 2018 Open Evening 5pm - 8pm subject to the approval and regulations of awarding bodies. Many thanks to all our students, past and present, who appear in this prospectus.
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