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A GUIDE TO 16-18 COURSES IN NEWHAM FOR STUDENTS IN YEAR 11 AND BELOW 2 CONTENTS 04 08 20 Economic Information Learning centres growth for young – Brampton Manor Academy 18 and job people with Sixth Form opportunities special – Building Crafts College 20 educational in Newham – Chobham Academy 22 needs and disabilities 16 – John F Kennedy School 24 Fees and – London Academy of Excellence 26 finance – London Design & Engineering 28 guidance University Technical College – Newham College of Further 30 Education – Newham Collegiate Sixth Form 32 05 10 17 Centre Map of All routes What level is – Newham Training and Education 34 ahead right for me? learning Centre (NEWTEC) centres How to get – Newham Sixth Form College 36 to the career (NewVIc) you want – Six 21 38 12 46 – Skills for Growth 40 Traineeships Other – St. Angela’s Sixth Form Centre 42 pathways – St. Bonaventure’s 6th 44 Form Centre 14 47 50 51 Apprenticeships Going to Where do Where to get university I start? advice and Information 3 ECONOMIC GROWTH AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN NEWHAM Newham is home to some of the Arts London and University 30,000 jobs when it is completed largest and most spectacular College London (UCL) to over a ten year period. developments in Europe. showcase exceptional art, dance, Investment in the borough’s history, craft, science, technology The immense scale of Arc of Opportunity includes and cutting edge design. The regeneration and development Queen Elizabeth Park and scheme is expected to deliver is not only about establishing Stratford, Canning Town and 3,000 jobs, 1.5 million additional Newham as a key player on Custom House and the Royal visitors and £2.8 billion of the global stage, it is about Docks (including London’s only economic value to Stratford and securing long term growth Enterprise Zone). Newham is the surrounding area. and prosperity for future London’s major regeneration generations. By 2027, £22billion prospect for the next 25 years. A new financial and business will have been invested in district will be created by ABP Newham, creating more Stratford’s transformation is at The Royal Albert Dock. This than 37,500 new homes and unique in London by virtue of the unique £1.7 billion project 100,000 new jobs. The council scale of ongoing development. will form the headquarters is committed to ensuring The area will become the home of Chinese and other Asian regeneration translates of an additional 5,500 workers in companies allowing them to into economic and social 2018 when The Financial Conduct reach new markets across opportunities for Newham Authority and Transport for Europe. It will strengthen trade residents. We expect to see job London relocate. In the coming links between east and west, opportunities created across years, a world class education and attract companies from the a range of sectors including: and cultural district will be UK seeking to do business with construction; digital & creative; created on Queen Elizabeth Asia as well as connect across retail & hospitality; business & Olympic Park which will bring Europe. The first businesses will finance; health & social care; together The Victoria and Albert be in place by 2018 and the whole green infrastructure & the Museum, The University of the development will create up to environmental sector. 4 ALL ROUTES AHEAD: HOW TO GET TO THE CAREER YOU WANT Here is some advice to help you plan your next move after Year 11. Remember: whatever your first choice, make sure you have a back-up plan. If you are in Year 11, you will need to continue Find out when your 15billion-ebp careers adviser is in education or training until at least your 18th visiting your school so you can book an appointment birthday. to speak with them. Studying a course until you are 18 will give you the best chance of developing the skills and gaining the For more information on 15billion-ebp, please visit knowledge that employers and universities want. www.15billionebp.org There are different options for you to choose from Full-time education at age 16. You can study A levels in sixth forms or at Do you want to study with other 16 to 19-year-olds at a college, take up an apprenticeship or traineeship, or sixth form college? Maybe you would prefer to study at study part-time and combine your study with work or a further education college where there are also older volunteering for more than 20 hours per week. students around. Or how about a sixth form based at a school? You can find information about Newham Can I work full-time? learning centres in this brochure. You will still be able to work full-time (more than 20 hours a week) if you want to, or volunteer or even set There are many different courses at a variety of levels. up your own business. But you will also need to make Your options will depend on your interests, strengths time to undertake part-time training or study in order and Year 11 results. If you enjoy studying, do well at to meet the duty to participate – this will allow you to exams and are predicted to achieve mainly GCSEs get accredited qualifications. at Grade 5 or above (formerly A*-B) then AS/A levels could be right for you. What do I need to do? Start thinking about the type of learning or training If you are interested in learning about a general you need to get you where you want to be in the future. career area but are not yet ready to learn about a From the age of 14, you will have more choice about specific job, then an applied course could be for you. which route you would like to follow. This includes Applied qualifications are Level 3 courses for 16 to more traditional pathways like GCSEs and A levels, 19-year-olds that teach transferable skills. They are applied or technical qualifications and training. Your for students that want to continue their education teachers or the careers adviser at your school or through learning applied to a general job area e.g. college can help you decide what suits you best. business administration, health & social care, 5 performing arts, arts, crafts, media & publishing. If you are interested in training for a specific job role, there are technical qualifications available at all levels such as ILEX (legal work), AAT (accounts) and IMI (motor industry). Apprenticeships also include opportunities to study for technical qualifications. Apprenticeships If you are ready to start your career immediately, an apprenticeship will provide you with a job that offers training as well. You can apply through training providers and directly to employers. You will need to be chosen by an employer after an interview and possibly an assessment test. You will receive payment of a minimum of £3.50 per hour as well as having the opportunity to gain qualifications. If you need more qualifications or experience before starting an apprenticeship, then you might wish to consider a traineeship. Frequently asked questions (FAQs) I need help deciding what I should do. Where do I even start? The first thing you need to do is not worry! Careers advisers in your school or college have a broad knowledge of all the options. Based on your talents and individual needs, they will be able to help you make the best decision for you. Most of the learning centres in this brochure have course advisers who will be happy to talk to you. Please contact the centre directly to find out more. For more information on specific careers and the qualifications and skills needed for them, visit the National Careers Service website. I know exactly what I want to do. How do I apply? You need to check the application information and any deadlines on your chosen learning centre’s website/s. Make sure that you complete the application fully and obtain references from your school. Your school will then advise you about submitting applications. What happens next? If you meet the requirements for your chosen course 6 and it is not oversubscribed, you will be offered a place. Where do Newham’s young people go? You may be asked to come in to discuss your application Abdullah attended Brampton further. You will be able to ask questions and get advice Manor Academy and went to help you make the best choice for your future. If on to achieve a Level 3 BTEC you are successful in your application, you will need extended diploma in mechanical to enrol formally in August or September 2018. All engineering triple distinction star offers of places are made subject to availability and (D*D*D*) at NewVIc Sixth Form are sometimes subject to you achieving your predicted College. Abdullah is now studying grades. If you do not achieve your predicted grades, get mechanical engineering at Brunel in touch with the college or learning centre as soon as University. possible to see if they will still accept you on the course or have another option available. Elizabeth attended The Cumberland School and went on Late enrolments – it may not to study at NewVIc Sixth Form be too late! College achieving A levels in; The earlier you apply, the more options you will have. English language and literature However, if you’ve missed the enrolment date, there (A*), history (B), philosophy (A) may still be a chance to get a place on a course. and an AS-level in psychology (B). Enrolments generally continue for two weeks after the Elizabeth is now studying social start of the course, and this can be extended in some anthropology at London School of cases.