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DON’T WAIT FOR A LEVELS, APPRENTICESHIPS APPLY AND VOCATIONAL COURSES NOW A BIGFROM WELCOME THE PRINCIPAL
On behalf of everyone at West Nottinghamshire College, programme in automation and robotics, using state-of- I’m delighted that you are thinking about continuing your the-art equipment, as well as reshaping our construction studies with us. The college exists for its students and offer to include more modern methods of building. we are determined to support you into rewarding and Our sports offer will benefit from the second year of our enjoyable careers. What’s more, we work tirelessly with partnership with Mansfield Town FC. We’ll be moving the employers and universities to ensure that the skills our A-Level teaching to the refurbished specialist sixth form students develop don’t just help them with their next college on Chesterfield Road, to create a truly academic career step, but give them skills for the future. environment. We will be building time from our learning companies into all of our subject areas, so that students Our tutors bring great experience and knowledge of gain first-hand experience of engaging with customers to the sectors they teach, as well as a determination to provide quality services. encourage and support you to achieve your very best. Support staff will ensure that your individual needs are In partnership with Nottingham Trent University, we will met, whether that’s gaining entry into a top university, incorporate enterprise across our curriculum; helping overcoming a learning difficulty or disability, or dealing students develop these skills, which are essential to with life’s challenges. And everyone you meet in the both employment and self-employment. We continue to college will treat you with respect, friendliness and a develop our Students’ Union, so that every student can sincere desire to see you do well. benefit from events and enrichment, but also, so that students have their say on the college’s priorities, its Our college has outstanding facilities to ensure that investments and the whole taught experience. you’re able to practice in industry-standard settings. Our IT facilities are amongst the very best, as has been shown I hope you will come and have a look at what we have through the Coronavirus crisis, where we’ve been able to to offer and that you choose us to help you take your move our entire curriculum on-line to ensure students are education and career journey forward. We will be still able to learn. delighted to welcome you. West Notts College never stands still. We are constantly seeking to improve the experience of our students and prepare them even better for their futures. This means improving what we teach, how we teach it and the facilities we use. It also means building on our enrichment offer for students. In 2021 we’ll be launching a new Andrew Cropley Principal and Chief Executive Officer CONTENTS INFORMATION Everything on offer to you as a Life at West Notts 04 student has been designed to help Campus information 06 you make a difference, make friends, College bus service 08 help your confidence grow and make Your study programme 10 your CV or UCAS application stand We are here to support you 12 out, ready for moving on to your next What to do next 14 steps. Meet the learner engagement team 15 Qualifications explained 16 Learn from tutors who really know their Work placement 18 industry. A LEVELS 20 Train using industry-standard facilities. APPRENTICESHIPS 40 Meet inspiring visitors and guest speakers. VOCATIONAL COURSES Improve your maths and English skills. Animal Care 48 Take advantage of the range of support services Business 52 available. Childcare and education 56 Computer science 60 Be part of the bigger picture as a learner rep. Construction and building services 64 Gain employability skills on a work placement. Creative arts 72 Get to know people with similar interests. Engineering and transport skills 82 Foundation studies 90 Go on trips, join a sports club or volunteer. Hair and beauty 96 Grow in confidence and build on your Health sciences and social care 102 interpersonal skills. Hospitality and catering 106 Public services 110 Science 114 Sport 116 Tourism with Events Management 122 and Aviation HIGHER EDUCATION 126 4
LIFEAT WEST NOTTS
Here’s a selection of some of the wonderful things from this year that our students got up to outside of lessons. Through the Erasmus+ scheme a number of curriculum areas went on European visits to share ideas with students abroad. Caring students raised funds to purchase 21 sleeping bags for a local charity to pass on to the area’s homeless. Childcare students organised and ran activity sessions in the community for Syrian refugee children. A Level students planted 25 young hawthorn bushes on the college field for their My World, My Home, Friends of the Earth project. Everyone got stuck in with fun, games and generous giving to hand over £260 to Children in Need. Hairdressing and beauty therapy teams brought festivities and sparkle to a Christmas market, raising £380 for Cancer Research. Engineering students saw the fruits of their labour when their refurbished ambulances made it all the way to Africa as part of the Aid2Gambia project. Joinery students sold the first piece of refurbished furniture as part of their ‘Reloved’ project in the shape of a 50-year-old piano as it was turned into a stylish bar. 5 TOTUM CARD As soon as you have enrolled at the college, you can apply for a TOTUM card (powered by NUS Extra) at www.totum.com – it only costs £14.99 and gives you access to hundreds or discounts in shops and online.
THE STUDENTS’ UNION Students’ Union (SU) at West Notts is active throughout the academic year, providing opportunities to take part in fundraising for charity and fun activities organised by the site presidents.
See more of what our students get up to on Instagram! #westnottslife 6
CAMPUSINFORMATION As a student at West Notts, you’ll study at one of our four campuses, as well as getting the opportunity to undertake work placement and activities off-campus. In addition to specialist study centres, each campus also includes computer suites, a canteen, a learning resource centre and areas to socialise; giving you the right balance of study and spending time with new friends.
DERBY ROAD
Our main campus boasts a number of purpose-built facilities including: Visual art and design centre Create; a facility for creative industries, digital technologies and performing arts A Level sixth form (with a new independent campus taking shape in 2021!) Refined, our fine dining restaurant Revive, hair and beauty salon Sports hall. 7 ENGINEERING INNOVATION CENTRE
The centre provides some of the best facilities in the region for engineering and motor vehicle students, including the latest in nano, carbon and hybrid technologies, allowing students to learn the most innovative techniques in their field.
CONSTRUCTION CENTRE
Home to our construction students, the centre houses spacious training zones, with classrooms nearby to allow students to put theory into practice, and build on the skills needed for their trade.
Chesterfield Road
The centre will host 20 plus academic and vocational sixth form options on one dedicated campus. Students will enjoy state-of-the art facilities and resources as well as amazing provision from the college’s support teams.
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SERVICE Getting to college has never been easier! We now offer more bus services Please note: from extra locations across the Mansfield and Ashfield area to all of our There is a one-off annual students. This servcie is the 20/21 routes and may change for 21/22. charge to use the college bus service. Some students TIBSHELF will be eligible for free entry onto the college buses. To find out more call 11 HUTHWAITE 0808 100 3626 NEWTON 6A SUTTON- PINXTON IN-ASHFIELD EIC ALFRETON SOUTH CC NORMANTON SWANWICK KIRKBY-IN -ASHFIELD
SOMERCOTES SELSTON 11A NEWSTEAD JACKSDALE ANNESLEY VILLAGE 3 WOODHOUSE WESTWOOD 2 TAKE A LOOK AT THE MAP TO FIND BRINSLEY UNDERWOOD YOUR BEST ROUTE INTO COLLEGE. HUCKNALL 6
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ROUTES AT a GLANCE 4 LANGWITH 1 Derby Road l Walkden Street 5 WALESBY Underwood l Brinsley l Westwood 2 12 WARSOP MEDEN VALE Jacksdale l Selston VALE CHURCH WARSOP 8 BOUGHTON 3 Somercotes l Swanwick l Alfreton l South SHIREBROOK Normanton l Sutton-in-Ashfield WARSOP 4 Walesby l Boughton l Ollerton l Edwinstowe OLLERTON EDWINSTOWE Langwith l Shirebrook l Mansfield PLEASLEY 5 Woodhouse
9A 6 Hucknall l Newstead l Annesley 12A MANSFIELD Woodhouse l Kirkby-in-Ashfield BULL WOODHOUSE FARM NEW CLIPSTONE 6A Stanton Hill l Skegby l Sutton-in-Ashfield l Kirkby-in-Ashfield l Derby Road SKEGBY CLIPSTONE 9 7 Bilsthorpe l Farnsfield l Rainworth FOREST TOWN Blidworth l Ravenshead
STANTON Meden Vale l Warsop l Mansfieldl HILL MANSFIELD 8 Woodhouse
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BLIDWORTH Shirebrook l Warsop Vale l Church 12 Warsop l Mansfield Woodhouse RAVENSHEAD 12A Mansfield Woodhouse l Blidworth l Ravenshead l Derby Road
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FIND YOUR NEAREST STOP AT EIC = ENGINEERING INNOVATION CENTRE www.wnc.ac.uk/bus CR = CHESTERFIELD ROAD Routes shown are for 20202021and maybe subject to change for 2021/2022 10 YOUR STUDY PrOGRAMME Studying at West Notts means far more than Learning companies just gaining a qualification. We help prepare The learning companies model is being designed with our students in mind, to really bring out the business- our students for their next steps – whether minded entrepreneurial spirit that we so often see this be employment, apprenticeships or amongst our learners – as well helping to bring great Higher Education. services to the public and other users of the college. It’s hoped that the companies will offer a range of services to real clients while giving you amazing experience with marketing, budgeting, time management, customer relations and many other skills associated with running a business. All of this hands- on experience and development of key skills will be absolutely great for getting you work-ready. So far, we’ll be looking to launch a live garage which will be run by our motor vehicle students at the Engineering Innovation Centre. Cars will be purchased, fixed and repaired and sold on with profits all going back into the student enterprise. We’re hoping to have a fully-functioning design agency run by our by Level 3 Digital Design and Games and Film MAIN QUALIFICATION and TV students. They will put their skills to offering services in branding, creative content for websites, You main qualification will make up the majority of web design, design for print media, video production, your study programme. This will include theoretical editing, photography and app development. study and practical sessions designed to best In animal care we’re looking to create a doggy day care prepare you for your chosen career path. Your facility where students will walk and feed clients’ pets course may also include working with employers for the day for a fee. on live briefs, hearing from guest speakers, work There are so many ideas ahead for the learning placements, and educational trips. companies! 11 ENGLISH AND MATHS
In today’s working environment it is essential that you have at least a grade 4/C in GCSE English and maths. If you didn’t achieve this at school, you will continue studying these key qualifications alongside your course, to ensure you leave us work-ready.
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
To help ease the transition from education to employment, students are expected to undertake a work placement which is relevant to their course. This will help you to apply what you’re learning to real life situations, as well as giving you a first glimpse of working in your chosen industry.
ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES
All of the enrichment activities at the college have been designed to enhance your experience, while also helping to develop key skills including confidence, teamwork and communication. It’s these kind of opportunities which look great on your CV or UCAS applications. 12 WE aRE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU Whether you need information about careers or finance, health and wellbeing – or simply want to know more about what is happening around the college – there’s a friendly team ready to help. Need to know more? Visit...
CAREERS AND ADDITIONAL EMPLOYABILITY TEAM FINANCE TEAM A team of fully-qualified and LEARNING SUPPORT professional advisers who provide Financial advice and support career development support and bursaries, loans, help with TEAM (ALS) coaching to students; enabling childcare, and subsidised them to make fully informed transport etc. Support and guidance for students decisions about their future. Contact: 01623 627191 with a wide range of learning Contact: 01623 413325 or ext. 8179/8256 or visit needs. email [email protected] www.wnc.ac.uk/finance Contact: 01623 627191 ext. 8086 13 LEARNING RESOURCE Students’ Union
CENTRE (LRC) The Students’ Union is all about YOU! It’s designed to get you active, enjoying All of our campuses have an different activities such as volunteering, LRC providing books, DVDs, fundraising and other fun things like journals and magazines, along setting up clubs and groups. It’s about with computers for college work giving you some creativity and freedom and joining in with the presidents at or internet access. Specialist each campus and to grow your ideas software is also available for and broaden your social skills while those with learning needs and you’re at West Notts. So take time to the friendly team at the LRC can say hi, join in and enjoy your SU! provide support with research or accessing information. Email: [email protected] WELLBEING CENTRE LEARNER VOICE The college’s Wellbeing Centre based at the Derby Road campus Volunteer as a student rep to is a welcoming space exclusively share your cohort’s opinions for students wishing to access about college life to make changes additional support for mental health, during their time at for the better. college. The centre provides a range of workshops and activities throughout the year, but students STUDENT SUPPORT are welcome to drop-in too. COACHES WORK PLACEMENT The team is here to help students overcome barriers that are TEAM preventing them progressing in their course and also in their Help with organising work personal life. By providing placements including bespoke and targeted support to research into companies, and meet the needs of the student. any necessary checks. Contact via the Single Access Point Contact: 01623 627191 (Duty Desk ext 8326) or email ext. 8634 or email us at [email protected] [email protected] Nervous about college? Make contact with support coaches to arrange a visit.
14 COME ALONG TO AN WHAT TO Do OPEN EVENT The college holds regular open events which give you the opportunity to come in, meet with tutors, see our facilities and find out more about what’s available to you. Visit our website for the latest updates. NEXT www.wnc.ac.uk/events TRY A TASTER
SPEAK TO OUR CAREERS TEAM Tasters are a great opportunity for you to experience life in the classroom or The college’s careers and employability team offer workshop. You’ll be able to meet with tutors impartial advice to students, applicants and members to ask any questions, and get a feel for life at of the public. The team can provide careers advice, as college in your chosen subject area. Contact well as help with CVs and interview preparation. Emma Leaver (see opposite page) in the Call 01623 413325 or email [email protected] learner engagement team to find out more. for more information.
Book a tour
Whatever your interests are, we can arrange for you to spend time with a tutor, who’ll give you an insight into a specific course, the sort of practical work you would do and the facilities you will be using. Call 0808 100 3626 to discuss your requirements.
CAN’T WAIT? TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR TODAY AT www.wnc.ac.uk/tour
15 MEET THE LEARNER ENGAGEMENT TEAM A LEVELS AND VOCATIONAL COURSES Do you want a tour of the college? Have a question about a course? Not sure what you want to do after GCSEs? APPRENTICESHIPS Are you thinking about an apprenticeship? Do you already have an employer? Want to know about current vacancies?
Contact Emma on: Contact Neil on: 01623 627191 ext 8289 01623 627191 ext 8720 [email protected] [email protected]
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QualificationsEXPLAINED Understanding what a qualification is, how it compares to GCSEs and A Levels, and whether it is right for you can seem like a daunting task. These tables outline our qualifications and how they relate to GCSEs, A Levels and university- level study to help you understand.
Whether you choose to study A Levels or a BTEC, you’re still earning the same valuable UCAS points to put towards your university place. A Levels BTEC National Grade UCAS Tariff Extended Diploma points A* A* A* 168 Grade UCAS Tariff A* A* A 160 points A* A A 152 D* D* D* 168 AAA 144 D* D* D 160 AAB 136 D* DD 152 ABB 128 DDD 144 BBB 120 DDM 128 BBC 112 DMM 112 BCC 104 MMM 96 CCC 96 MMP 80 CCD 88 CDD 80 DDD 72
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QUALIFICATION LEVEL(S) EQUIVALENT TO WHAT DOES IT INVOLVE?
Academic qualifications taken after GCSEs. A full A Level is achieved after A LEVELS L3 N/A two years of study. Each A Level focuses on a specific subject area; students normally take two to five depending on career goals.
QUALIFICATION LEVEL(S) WHAT DOES IT INVOLVE?
INTERMEDIATE Work and study at the same time. You’ll learn practical skills at work and possibly study one day APPRENTICESHIP L2 per week at college. You’ll earn a wage and work alongside experts who can share their skills and experience whilst mentoring you towards professional competency within your role.
As above, although you can expect to develop wider skills and knowledge ADVANCED L3 APPRENTICESHIP in your specialism. As above, but with a focus on developing high-level specialist skills and knowledge in your role. HIGHER L4 APPRENTICESHIP
QUALIFICATION LEVEL(S) EQUIVALENT TO WHAT DOES IT INVOLVE? CACHE L1-L3 GCSE/A LEVEL Aimed at preparing you for work or further study in a specific industry.
VARIES Specific for the construction industry. You’ll learn practical, job-related skills CONSTRUCTION L1-L3 DEPENDING and knowledge for a career in bricklaying, plastering, painting and DIPLOMA ON LEVEL decorating or carpentry.
Courses are designed to help those who may find learning difficult. BTEC ENTRY PRE-GCSE BTEC ENTRY LEVEL Entry Level courses help you to gain confidence, engage in learning and prepare you for further study in specific industries.
Aimed at preparing you for further study in a specific industry if you do not L1 PRE-GCSE BTEC INTRODUCTORY possess the right entry qualifications. No examinations. 5 GCSES AT Work-related learning aimed at preparing you for employment in L2 GRADE 4 AND BTEC DIPLOMA ABOVE (A*-C) a specific industry.
Work-related specialist qualifications for those who are certain of the job BTEC 90 CREDIT/ L3 A LEVELS SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA role and/or university course they wish to progress to.
BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA L3 A LEVELS As above, but covers more units (broadly equivalent to 3 A Levels).
VARIES A qualification that measures your knowledge and ability in a specific L1-L3 DEPENDING NVQ subject area or job role – suitable for those already in employment. ON LEVEL 18
studentWORK placements
As a student at West Notts you’ll be required to By attending your work placement you’ll be getting some undertake work placement at an establishment really great experience that will be invaluable to you. Not relevant to your course. only are you getting that first-hand insight into what the place of work is like, meeting like-minded people who Completing a meaningful work placement of up to share your interest in the industry, but you’ll be learning 40 hours (this figure will depend on the curriculum new skills without even realising. You’ll naturally develop area you are studying with) is now an essential part your confidence by working with and communicating with of your study programme. a new group of people, you will also be adapting your skills in time management as you are set tasks on the job, When you begin college we encourage you to start learning to prioritise different jobs and problem solving as planning ahead and thinking about an employer you you work. could ask to support you to gain valuable experience Back in the classroom you’ll be able to take what alongside your college studies. you’ve learnt on work placement and apply this to your Work placements can be great for: assignments and share your experiences with your classmates and tutors. Your work placement will also An industry reference when you leave college help you to determine whether you wish to pursue work Job or apprenticeship opportunities in that sector or maybe fine-tune it and advance towards A valuable insight into your chosen industry something different. All of this experience is fantastic to Developing key employability skills. add to your CV as well. Organising your work placement Speak to friends and family, an introduction from someone within a company can really help Visit local businesses with your CV or call them! Research companies, send letters and emails but remember to follow up! 19
See what our students and employers have to say about work placement...
Julie Watson from Ashgate Hospice said: “At the beginning of Levi’s placement, she was understandably a bit reserved. However, as the weeks went by, she really came out of her shell. She integrated very well into the office and had friendly conversations with members of different teams and was a pleasure to have around.
“Levi is clearly a very intelligent girl and this shone through in her quality of work. Every task that I gave her, she worked on extremely quickly and to a very high standard. Every member of the team was so impressed by the quality of the work that Levi was producing for us. One project that Levi worked on was to design some graphics for us to use for a timeline that will be produced on one of the walls at the hospice - which will be able for visitors to the hospice to see for years to come - and we will definitely be incorporating some of her designs.”
Levi Lilleyman, who is on BTEC National Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production (Digital Design), went to Ashgate Hospice for her placement.
Remember there’s lots of competition for work experience. Make a big impression when you approach an employer.
Visit the college’s job shop to help get some guidance on local employers at www.wnc.ac.uk/job-shop The college have developed links with employers and promote any work placement opportunities on the college job shop. 20
A LEVELSAT MANSFIELD AND ASHFIELD SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
“I chose history as an A Level. I assure you that you won’t regret choosing this subject!” Carla Bagshaw, A Levels 21 A LEVEL WHAT’S ON OFFER Choose to study A Levels (exclusively) or two A Levels and a vocational subject*. Add additional subjects (Level 3 maths or the Extended Project Qualification). Make the most of independent study between lessons – with some of the best facilities in the region. Undertake work experience related to your subjects to gain employability skills. Receive tailored support and help with completing your personal statement. You will be supported by a progress mentor. *Selected courses only. For help in choosing the best options for you, call 0808 100 3626
APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 22 MAKE YOUR 2+1 COUNT! You can either select THREE A Level So you’ve chosen your two A Levels from the list on the left, subjects or pick TWO A Levels and now you can select your preferred vocational subject from ONE vocational subject. this list below:
Art and Photography Sport and Exercise Science (Vocational) Biology Information Technology (Vocational) Business Studies Health and Social Care (Vocational) Chemistry Vocational qualifications involve a greater proportion of Criminology assessments via coursework rather than exams. Students also English Language undertake hands-on learning to boost their employability skills, English Literature and broaden future career opportunities. Film Studies Geography Alongside your choices, you may also be able to study one of History these additional subjects (worth UCAS points): Law The Extended Project Qualification (more on page 24) Mathematics Level 3 Maths (more on page 25). Media Music Physics Politics Psychology Sociology 23 A LEVEL REASONS WHY 2+1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
COUNTS! Although each A Level has slightly different entry requirements, you will generally need It’s tailored to suit your strengths to have at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above You’ll get a real hands-on experience (A*-C), including English and maths, before being accepted onto a programme of A Levels. Theory plus practical combined gives you more confidence You’ll gain more skills Academic with vocational gives you a better experience Your new sixth form college You will get to meet more students on Chesterfield Road coming soon across the programmes You will have the chance to get work placement in a real employment setting.
APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 24 WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT? In addition we offer many enrichment activities open to all A Level students.
CHOICE OF 20 PLUS COURSES ALL ON ONE SITE!
GUEST SPEAKERS From publishers to barristers and cosmetic scientists.
UNIVERSITY VISITS Students have visited a number of universities such as Cambridge and Oxford as well as the East Midlands UCAS exhibition.
PERSONAL STATEMENT We’re here to help students achieve a competitive UCAS application.
GET INVOLVED You can become the voice for your class by becoming a learner representative or get involved in peer mentor opportunities to support other students in class. A LEVEL 25 Chesterfield Road campus in Chesterfield Road campus in
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NOW APPLY APPLY classrooms, science labs, IT suites and plenty of space for group project and plenty of space for group project classrooms, science labs, IT suites work and socialising. have to be all work and no play! As one of Studying A Levels with us doesn’t all the college’s state-of-the-art facilities our students you’ll have access to Union – ensuring you get the most and resources, as well as the Students’ out of your time with us. OUR FACILITIES OUR at the Our A Level subjects will be delivered 6th form will feature fully-equipped Mansfield’s town centre. This dedicated Based in Mansfield town centre, close to many to close centre, town in Mansfield Based shops and amenities as well as transport links. transport as well as and amenities shops Harry
Friends
on conservation matters. of The Earth project has focused students The My World, My Home FRIENDS OF OF FRIENDS THE EARTH world is your oyster! Potter Studio Tour, European Court of Human Rights, Strasbourg, the VISITS Jaguar Land Rover, DAY TRIPS AND AND TRIPS DAY Meet students already Meet students university. enjoying AND LAW SOCIETIES LAW AND OXBRIDGE MEDICINE MEDICINE OXBRIDGE 26
WHAT’SAT MANSFIELD ANDON ASHFIELD SIXTH FORM COLLEGE Conservation conscious
There’s been plenty of interest in joining in the environmental discussions and activities brought to the college through the My World, My Home Friends of The Earth initiative. Discussions on the effects of fracking on the environment were had as well as a major new tree planting project on the college fields.
INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS Our A Level students have taken industry placements at Brinsley Pharmacy, Imprint, St Mary’s Catholic High School, King’s Mill Hospital, Barclays Bank and TAP (The Access Project). 27 Christ’s College, Cambridge A LEVEL
Each year we focus on organising A Level trips out to visit universities to give students a real feel for being within a university setting. It helps put any concerns to rest, gives them the chance to see students who are already enjoying university life, talk to lecturers and explore the campus for themselves. There have been a number of trips to the various colleges within the University of Cambridge, which has been a big hit with learners – showing them that even one of the most high-ranking universities in the world is very much an option to them if they work hard and achieve the grades. This year Maddie Stanton-Wales enjoyed her trip to Christ’s College, Cambridge and she took some photographs while she was there. Maddie said: “Going to Christ’s College made the whole idea of applying to prestigious universities achievable. I had the chance to meet a PhD student and get engaged in university style discussions. “I am interested in business management and I’m currently exploring degree apprenticeships. In the future I would like to own my own business in the food industry.”
Scientifically proven success
Students on the BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science) undertook personalised research projects using the science-based skills they’ve learnt. Experiments included looking at how the application of moisturiser affects different skins, the recreation of a biodegradable orange juice drink bubble based on a water bubble and an in-depth test to see how much vitamin C is contained in a range of fruit and vegetables.
APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 28 EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION
You can choose to study the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) alongside your A Levels; an individual research project of your own choice. CHOOSE YOUR PROJECT! The one-year course (which carries UCAS points) allows you to study a subject you cannot choose at The topic you research for the Extended Project A Level and gain a qualification for exploring your Qualification is chosen by you, which means you passions and interests. can select something you’re passionate about, outside your studies. The project can take many forms, including written reports, a performance, a community project, a film Examples of EPQ projects from this year, include: and more. Once your project is completed, you will A guide book on how mixed breeding in dogs then undertake a presentation. affects their physical traits and mental health. How have vampires developed over time in the arts? How does type 1 diabetes affect the life of the person with the condition, and those around them? How has make-up and beauty changed throughout history? What can you do within photography? (a photography exhibition) Influences of modern-day fashion. Should the NHS pay for IVF treatment? 29 A LEVEL AND THERE’S MORE... LEVEL 3 MATHS
A Level students can choose to take an additional maths course to boost their knowledge in the subject. The one-year course (which carries UCAS points) aims to improve confidence in maths, and will provide useful maths skills for students studying A Level courses including psychology, sociology, business studies, sciences and geography. EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
To ease the transition from education to employment, you will be expected to undertake a work placement which is relevant to your course. This helps you to apply what you’re learning to real life situations, as well as giving you a first glimpse of working in your chosen industry, and transferable skills valued by employers. OUR A LEVEL STUDENTS ARE BRILLIANT!
Students took part in the Brilliant 19th Century letters written by Club, a scholars programme which women. They also looked at the places university researchers into material properties, from the ink schools and colleges. Students and stamp to the paper used, in enjoyed university-style lectures order to learn more about life in while working on an assignment that time. project (based on a real PhD) to At the end of the project, students gain higher-level skills, ready for received a certificate and took part university. in a graduation ceremony for their Students worked with Dr Ali Flint, hard work – great for future UCAS whose research on epistolary or job applications! novels involves deconstructing APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 30 WHERE NEXT? ...of our 2019 graduates who chose to 87% continue on to Higher Education got into their first-choice university, taking seats at: UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE Bioveterinary Science CARDIFF UNIVERSITY Archaeology and History MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY Primary Education NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY Psychology UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA Education BISHOP GROSSETESTE UNIVERSITY TESOL and Linguistics BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY Accounting and Finance UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN Law THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Asia Pacific Studies – Korean THE UNIVERSITY OF YORK Sociology TO NAME BUT A FEW! 31 A LEVEL WHERE NEXT FOR A LEVEL STUDENTS? “I really enjoyed the courses that I studied, as University 71%* Apprenticeship 3%* personally I found them Employment 13%* Armed Forces 3%* quite interesting and the teachers are really helpful. Continued * Gap year * study (at Level 3) 8% 2% If you feel like you’re *The above data refers to 2018-2019 leavers. ready to go on to study A Levels and you feel confident you have the Did you know about our ability to go on to them, partnership with NTU? then you should.” There are also some exciting opportunities for higher education Carla Bagshaw right on our doorstep. Nottingham Trent University now has a A Levels in English language, presence in Mansfield, on our campus! business studies and history You could look at studying a foundation degree in business, criminal justice, education, sport and exercise science or working with children, young people and families. There are also a selection of professional and top-up courses in areas such as ambulance technician, education: policy and practice BA (Hons) as well as post-compulsory education and training – Cert Ed/PGCE/Prof GCE. The university has built these programmes with the local job market in mind and each course is hands-on and work-focused. Find out more about these courses by visiting www.ntu.ac.uk/mansfield APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 32 ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY BIOLOGY 2 YEARS 2 YEARS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1511 CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/199 Entry requirements Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language, Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language. maths and an art related subject such as art, design, resistant Science with 66/BB (double science) or 6/B in biology (triple materials, textiles, graphics or similar. separate sciences) or 655/BCC (triple science – core, further, additional) and with a grade 5/C in maths. Course overview An A Level in art and photography is designed for developing your Course overview style and talent while learning a range of fine art and photographic Understanding biology is key to understanding the development of techniques and approaches. It will allow you the opportunity to life. Finding cures for diseases, tackling environmental issues and develop your creative skills while learning new techniques and solving crimes through forensics are just some of the important approaches within photography and art and design. You will be roles a biologist can play in society. During this course you can introduced to a variety of experiences in the areas of fine art expect to develop a wealth of knowledge on biological molecules, and photography that explore a range of two-dimensional and/ cells, human physiology, genetics and the treatment of disease, or three-dimensional media, processes and techniques. You will and more. explore both traditional and new media. What does it combine with? What does it combine with? Chemistry 100% English Language % Health and Social Care PASS RATE* English Literature 100PASS RATE* Physics Film Studies Psychology IT (vocational) Sport and Exercise Science Media Alternatively, consider our Level 3 full-time forensic science course! Progression Find out more at www.wnc.ac.uk/c/1000 Further study at university-level in photography, fine art or a Progression related subject, or employment. Further study at university-level leading to careers in a range of medical, environmental and pharmaceutical areas.
BUSINESS STUDIES
2 YEARS What does it combine with? Sociology/Psychology % CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/200 Criminology 100PASS RATE* Entry requirements Politics Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language Maths and maths. Progression Course overview Further study at university-level in a range of subject areas Having an understanding of business is becoming increasingly from economics to management and enterprise, accountancy, important in a fast-paced, technological world. This course will project management, analyst roles, law related degrees such as provide the grounding needed to cope with today’s business commercial law and finance related degrees. environments. You will focus on the issues involved in a business start-up and look at how established businesses can improve effectiveness. You will also use mathematical skills to interpret quantitative data.
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2 YEARS 2 YEARS CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/201 CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/202 Entry requirements Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language. Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, which must include a Science, Science with 66/BB (double science) or 6/B in chemistry (triple Mathematics and English. separate sciences) or 655/BCC (triple science – core, further, additional) and with a grade 6/B in maths. Course overview A fascinating study of the complex behaviours and implications Course overview of criminality. Covering law, science, psychological perspectives of Chemistry plays an important role in the modern world and has a crime and sociology. Who commits crime and what types? (Unit1) huge impact on our lives. Chemists are involved in a diverse range of careers from developing medicines to analytical roles in industry What are the theories used to explain serious crime or violent or healthcare. During this course you will build and develop crimes or fraud? How, why and where is it happening? (Unit2) your knowledge of many chemical principles including reacting What happens from crime scene all the way to the court room? amounts, structures, bonding, energetics, equilibria and organic (Unit 3) chemistry. The course is delivered through a good amount of practical work that will develop your skills as a chemist, interactive Punishment and the criminal justice system of England and Wales. lessons and independent study. Who chooses it? Social controls in practice and do they work? (Unit4) What does it combine with? Biology % Studying two units per year, assessed using coursework and examination. Information Technology 100PASS RATE* Mathematics What does it combine with? Physics Law Psychology History NEW Alternatively, consider our Level 3 full-time forensic science course! English COURSE Find out more at www.wnc.ac.uk/c/1000 Psychology & Sociology Sciences Progression Politics and Public Services Further study at university-level on a chemistry degree course. Chemistry is a compulsory requirement for medicine, dentistry, Progression pharmacy, veterinary science, chemical engineering and many Supports access to University Level degree courses such as biological science degrees. Some chemists use their well- criminology, law, psychology, sociology or a combination of these developed analytical skills to pursue careers in wide-ranging fields areas and many more. such as finance, law or forensics. Careers in courts and tribunal service, probation and offender management, law, crime scene investigation, psychology and counselling, social work and intelligence services.
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2 YEARS 2 YEARS CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/202 CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/203 Entry requirements Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including maths, English Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including maths, English literature and English language. If a student has only studied literature and English language. If a student has only studied literature and not language, they will need to discuss this with language and not literature, they will need to discuss this with the the subject tutor. subject tutor. Course overview Course overview On this course, you will learn about both the past and present On this course you will develop your interest and enjoyment of of the English language. You will be encouraged to explore how the written word, gaining an understanding of the traditions of it is used to communicate through a wide variety of spoken and literature, making informed opinions and judgements on literary written texts. You will analyse the different variations of the English texts, and developing your knowledge of cultural and historical language, developing your understanding and appreciation of influences on texts. By reading widely, and critically, across English in all contexts. You will also develop your own writing skills centuries, genders and genres, you will develop as an independent in relation to genre, purpose and audience. reader and critic. What does it combine with? What does it combine with? Business Studies % English Language % English Literature 100PASS RATE* History 100PASS RATE* History Media Law Psychology Progression Progression Further study at university-level in the subject, as well as linguistics, Further study at university-level in the subject, or creative writing, creative writing, history, politics, media and communications. history, politics, media and communications.
FILM STUDIES What does it combine with? 2 YEARS Sociology % Psychology 100 CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS PASS RATE* wnc.ac.uk/c/323 English Language Entry requirements English Literature Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language Music and maths. Progression Course overview Further study at university-level in cultural studies, creative writing, Film is a dominant art form, both reflecting and influencing society film and television studies. and culture. This A Level will give you a broader knowledge of film, exploring it over a range of time periods and movements including silent cinema, Hollywood, British film, American film, global films, documentary films and experimental films. Learning to read films as more than a form of entertainment will develop your skills in analysis and interpretation. You will also have the opportunity to work on a practical film project of your own.
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Entry requirements language and including English with at least grade 4/C Five GCSEs (triple science) or 444/CCC with 44/CC (double maths. Science will be Service (DBS) check Disclosure and Barring science). A this course. required prior to starting
HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE SOCIAL AND HEALTH Course overview study topics across the wider health and On this course you will growth and development, safeguarding, social care sector (human role and control etc.). You will learn about the infection prevention care worker in a variety of settings (adult of the health and social etc.) and their relationship with patients residential, primary care and service users. to attend placement in a real work You will be required of 75 hours. This course is equivalent environment for a minimum A and must be studied alongside two to one-and-a-half A Levels Level subjects. What does it combine with? Progression including nursing, Further study at university-level or employment, midwifery and social work. NOW
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Entry requirements language including English with at least grade 4/C Five GCSEs and maths. GEOGRAPHY Progression such as environmental Further study at university-level on courses geology, and management, social policy, civil engineering, conservation studies. energy etc.). with? What does it combine This course will encourage you to look at the physical nature of the you to look at the physical nature of This course will encourage human activity has on it. You will study planet and the influence (regeneration of urban and rural areas topics in human geography (coastal processes, water security, etc.) and physical geography Course overview and environmental issues high on many With climate change remains an important topic of study. people’s agenda, geography 36 HISTORY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (VOCATIONAL)
2 YEARS 2 YEARS CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/205 DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1043 Entry requirements Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language/ Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language and literature (or combined English), maths, and a humanities subject maths. Science with 44/CC (double science) or 444/CCC (triple such as geography, history, RE, humanities, sociology or ethics. science). Course overview Course overview A better knowledge and understanding of the past is an excellent This course will develop the core knowledge, skills and way to get a clearer view of today’s events, which is what makes understanding required in the IT sector. The course will cover a studying history so compelling. On this course you will tackle a range of mandatory units (cyber security, fundamentals of IT etc.) wide range of British, European and world history, allowing you before you choose a specialist pathway of either IT infrastructure to understand how modern society and government has been technician or application developer. This course is equivalent to shaped by the past. You will learn how important history is in one A Level and must be studied alongside two A Level subjects. determining modern identity, culture and lifestyle. What does it combine with? What does it combine with? Business Studies % English Language % Mathematics 100PASS RATE* English Literature 100PASS RATE* Media Law Physics Politics Sociology Progression Further study at university-level in subjects including computing, Progression information technology, and computer games programming/ Further study at university level in courses such as history, development. archaeology, English, politics, philosophy and economics, international studies, media and communications and journalism.
LAW legal knowledge and the kind of critical thinking skills that could be instrumental in securing your successful future. 2 YEARS What does it combine with? CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/207 Business Studies % Entry requirements English Language 100PASS RATE* Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language, Politics maths and a humanities subject such as history, geography and law. Sociology Criminology Course overview History A strong legal system is the foundation of an ordered, fair and Physics democratic society. From prosecuting and punishing offenders for Chemistry criminal offences committed, to providing appropriate methods Biology of remedying civil disputes between individuals and organisations, Maths our legal system is a complex, ever-changing cornerstone of effective government. Progression Further study at university-level to become a barrister, solicitor You may already be considering a career as a barrister or solicitor. Degree or Vocational Certificate/Diploma in Law and Practice with Or, you may be interested in a career where a knowledge of the CILEX. law would be useful, such as public services, journalism, forensic science or local/national politics. Whatever your vision of the future, this intensive, wide-ranging course can help you to develop
*2020 A Level pass rates. 37 A LEVEL MATHS MEDIA 2 YEARS 2 YEARS CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/208 CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/209 Entry requirements Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language and Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language a minimum of grade 6/B in maths. Students will also be required to and maths. complete a diagnostic assessment testing your algebraic skills. Course overview Course overview In the media-dominated world you will be taught how to analyse A Level mathematics builds on and extends GCSE knowledge the various forms of media language and representations that and skills and introduces new ideas, such as calculus and we consume every day; developing the ability to deconstruct a its applications. It emphasises how mathematical ideas are variety of texts. This A Level will give you a broader knowledge of interconnected and how these ideas can be applied to model media focusing on set texts including newspapers, advertising situations. There is a strong emphasis on logical reasoning and and marketing, film, music video, radio, video games, magazines, problem solving. You will also learn to use your mathematical skills television and online, social and participatory media. You will also and techniques to solve challenging problems. undertake a creative project, applying the skills you have learned to research and create your own media products. What does it combine with? Biology 100% What does it combine with? Business Studies PASS RATE* Sociology % Chemistry Psychology 100PASS RATE* Information Technology Music Physics English Language English Literature Progression Maths is relevant to a huge range of scientific, technological Progression and engineering careers. You could progress to a related higher Further study at university-level in communications and media- education course such as maths, business, accountancy, science, related subjects. computing, engineering or economics.
MUSIC You should be able to play an instrument and/or sing, and entry will be via a successful audition. 2 YEARS “The UK music industry contributes over £5.2 billion to the UK DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1087 economy with over 190,000 full-time jobs sustained.” (UK Music - Entry requirements Measuring Music 2019 report) Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language and What does it combine with? maths. GCSE Music (or equivalent) is desirable but not essential Art and Photography Instrumental/vocal skills to be demonstrated via an audition. Maths NEW Course overview Business Studies COURSE On this course you will study a broad range of topics including Film Studies music performance, music theory, composition and contextual Media studies. Progression You will be encouraged to perform in both live and studio Further study at university-level or employment (musician, environments, and to explore various genres of music both composer, arts administrator, live events coordinator). analytically and practically. APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 38 PHYSICS POLITICS 2 YEARS 2 YEARS CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/581 CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/982 Entry requirements Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language. Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English, Maths and a Science with 66/BB (double science) or 6/B in physics (triple Humanities subject such as History, Geography and Law. separate sciences) or 665/BBC (triple science – core, further, Course overview additional) and with a grade 6/B in maths. Would you like to be able to present and debate a clear and valid Course overview argument? Physics is a fundamental science subject and the key to This course looks at the interesting, relevant, historical and the understanding the world around us and the world beyond us. It is controversial nature of politics. Covering news and current affairs the study of matter, energy, force and motion, which can challenge from both the UK and the USA.You will sit three engaging papers at our imagination and lead to world-changing discoveries such the end of year two on areas such as: as lasers and computers. As an A Level physics student you can expect to learn valuable, transferable skills such as problem solving What is UK politics and who are the main people behind and analysis. democracy? (Paper 1) What does it combine with? What is the Government and what does it do? (Paper 2) Biology % Comparing the different types of politics of the UK and the USA. Chemistry 100PASS RATE* Information Technology What is Congress? Is the Prime Minister the same as a President? Mathematics (Paper 3) Alternatively, consider our Level 3 full-time forensic science course! Grow your skills and confidence through lively discussions where Find out more at www.wnc.ac.uk/c/1000 you will learn how to engage with your audience in the most effective ways. Progression Further study at university-level in a range of courses including What does it combine with? astronomy, engineering, medicine and information technology. Business and Economics % English and Languages 100PASS RATE* History Sciences Law Sociology and Psychology Progression Supports access to university level degree courses such as politics, philosophy, economics, law, journalism and many more. Careers in government, civil service, UN, law, intelligence, mediation and negotiation.
*2020 A Level pass rates. 39 A LEVEL SOCIOLOGY SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE (VOCATIONAL) 2 YEARS 2 YEARS CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/212 DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1040 Entry requirements Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language and and maths, and a humanities subject such as history, geography maths. Science with 44/CC (double science) or 444/CCC (triple or law. science). Course overview Course overview A Level sociology helps students develop a critical understanding This course provides a broad range of study for the sport and of society by examining the influence of institutions, such as the exercise science sector. Mandatory units include functional education system, family, belief systems and religion, and the anatomy, sport and exercise psychology, and coaching for criminal justice system. During this course students will look at how performance and fitness. You will study the optional unit designed society through social, economic and political influences shapes to support progression on to a variety of sport courses at a higher people but then how people, in turn, shape society. A central level. This course is equivalent to one A Level and must be studied focus of sociology is inequality, where various inequalities between alongside two A Level subjects. different social groups are examined. What does it combine with? What does it combine with? Business Studies NEW English Language % Biology Psychology COURSE History 100PASS RATE* Law Sociology Politics Progression Psychology Further study at university-level including a degree in a biology, Progression sport and applied sport science. Further study at university-level in subjects such as social studies, psychology and politics.
PSYCHOLOGY What does it combine with? Biology 2 YEARS % Business Studies 100PASS RATE* CHESTERFIELD ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/211 Health and Social Care Entry requirements Sociology Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language and Sport and Exercise Science maths. Science with 44/CC (double science) or 444/CCC (triple Progression science). Further study at university-level in subjects including health Course overview studies, criminology, science and psychology. Psychology is applied to almost all aspects of life, and is key to understanding human behaviour. You will learn the skills needed to decode human behaviour, develop an understanding of the different areas of psychology and explore topical issues.
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Anyone over the age of 16 and living in the UK can apply for an apprenticeship. The current apprenticeship National Minimum Wage is £4.15 per hour for apprentices aged under 19 and those aged 19 and over who are in their first year. However, many employers choose to pay more than this. (Source: www.gov.uk) Apprentices enjoy the same holiday entitlement and benefits as other employees. Apprenticeship vacancies pop up all year, so there’s plenty of opportunities to find the right apprenticeship for you. Samantha Attenborough Find out more at Finance Administration Apprentice at Yusen www.wnc.ac.uk/apprenticeships Logistics, Mansfield Business Administration or call 0800 121 8317 Apprenticeship Level 3 “I’ve gained a lot of confidence which helps me to communicate with other people in the various teams. I’ve discovered more I.T. skills That I didn’t know before.”
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If you already know the area you APPRENTICESHIP A JOB - CAN would like to work in, research and contact some companies We work with a number of I STILL DO AN to see if they have any employers to provide them apprenticeship opportunities or with new apprentices for their APPRENTICESHIP? tell us who you’d like to work for business. Visit our website at and we’ll contact them for you. www.visionapprentices.co.uk Yes! Apprenticeships are a great for the latest vacancies and to way to gain new skills which Register your details with us submit an application form. relate to your current job role. via our website, and we’ll be in We’re always adding new ones so The college offers a number of touch with you close to the end keep checking back for more! apprenticeship programmes of Year 11 to let you know about which work for those already in any vacancies you may wish to an employed position. You’ll find consider. Don’t forget to attend a list of programmes we offer an open day with us if you can. on our website and we can even Apprenticeship opportunities speak to your employer to help are competitive so think about get the ball rolling. a ‘plan B’. Applying for a college place will keep your options open. Find out more about college courses at www.wnc.ac.uk APPRENTICESHIPS 43
support!” Business Awards. Luan Windley Luan “It has been so valuable to take take to valuable so been has “It in the Mansfield and Ashfield 2020 in the Mansfield and Ashfield 2020 Nottinghamshire College and my and my College Nottinghamshire part in my Level 2 Apprenticeship 2 Apprenticeship Level in my part in Social Care. I have broadened broadened I have Care. in Social the past 18 months and I am sure am sure and I 18 months past the my knowledge on the sector over over sector on the knowledge my learnt will become very useful in useful very become will learnt Woodhouse, was among the winners Woodhouse, was among the winners that the skills and knowledge I’ve and knowledge skills the that A day service activity support worker A day service activity support worker at The Adventure Service in Mansfield at The Adventure Service in Mansfield Managers at TAS for their help and their for TAS at Managers the upcoming years. Thanks to West West to Thanks years. upcoming the 44 APPRENTICESHIPS – WHAT WE OFFER The college specialises in apprenticeships across five key sectors: DIGITAL AND I.T. INCLUDING: 1 Digital Marketer, Data Analyst, Software Developer, Infrastructure Technician and Network Engineer. 2 CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING 3 HAIR AND BEAUTY 4 HEALTHCARE BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT INCLUDING: Business Administration, Customer Service, Team Leader/Supervisor, 5 Warehouse, Retail, Hire Controller, Large Goods Driver, Express Delivery, Transport Planning and many more
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DERBY ROAD CAMPUS AND A wnc.ac.uk/c/572 Entry requirements LOCAL FARM PARK A minimum of are four GCSE at grade 3/D to include maths. Plus English GCSE at grade 4/C and a minimum of two weeks’ work experience in animal care at a relevant and validated organisation; Entry requirements or at least a grade 3/D or above including English and maths and There are no formal entry requirements but you will be expected Level 1 in Animal Care (or a related qualification) at Merit level or to complete an assessment. Distinction. Course overview Course overview This course is aimed at learners Working as part of a team This course is for those who are Working in the animal care who want to develop a range of Recognise types and parts looking to start a career within industry personal and work-based skills. of the body of small animals the animal care industries. The Caring for exotic animals The course will include subjects Clean farm animal housing course will include subjects like: like: Introduction to caring for Show visitors round a small Animal biology farm livestock. Searching for a job animal enterprise. Animal behaviour and Applying for a job handling Progression Maintain animal health and Level 1 course or supported employment. welfare Progression Level 3 Animal Management or employment in animal care roles. LEVEL 1 ANIMAL CARE
1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS AND A wnc.ac.uk/c/960 LOCAL FARM PARK LinDA Entry requirements Animal Care A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 2/E to include maths with English at 3/D, and satisfactory completion of an initial “It’s great because you get to work with assessment. animals such as goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, Course overview This course is for learners who Assist with feeding and ponies, rats, quails and many others at the are starting out in the animal watering animals care sector. Your course will Animals in the wild and their farm on practical days.” introduce you to subjects like: main features Assist with the health and Assist with the exercise of wellbeing of animals animals. Assist with the movement handling and accommodation of animals Progression Level 2 course or supported employment. 51 ANIMAL CARE Learning companies LEVEL 3 ANIMAL MANAGEMENT 1 YEAR We have some great ideas for learning companies across the college, which are designed to bring out your DERBY ROAD CAMPUS AND wnc.ac.uk/c/1049 entrepreneurial skills, working with real customers and WHITE POST FARM/RSPCA learning some great business skills. Entry requirements Business idea for our animal care students is: A minimum of four GCSE at grade 4/C to include maths and Staff can bring in their dogs for a nominal charge English at 4/C and a minimum of two weeks’ work experience in and the animal care students would look after them, animal care at a relevant and validated organisation; or two GCSEs take them for walks and keep them hydrated. This at grade 4/C or above including English and maths and Level 2 in Animal Care (or a related qualification) at Merit level or Distinction. will also eventually be expanded to grooming and pet-sitting services. Course overview This qualification enables you You will also learn about: to gain the core skills and Animal behaviour and knowledge required for working communication with and caring for animals. Animal welfare and You will be responsible for the breeding planning and carrying out Business management in Animal health and the land-based sector husbandry and animal feeding and nutrition. Biological systems of animals. Progression L3 Extended Advanced Diploma in Animal Management, Apprenticeship or employment in animal care.
APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 52 BUSINESS 53 BUSINESS PROGRESSION POSSIBLE CAREERS CHART BUSINESS MARKETING ASSISTANT Level 1 Level 3 £19K-£23K BUSINESS ACCOUNTING Level 2 WHERE NEXT? HR OFFICER Depending on the level of course you’ve £17K-£31K completed, you can progress on to the next level of the course, employment or an apprenticeship. There are a whole range of apprenticeship levels, ranging from a Level 3 digital marketer all the way up to a Level 5 operations FINANCE ASSISTANT manager. £20K-£26K
See what our students and employers have to say about work placement... CUSTOMER SERVICE Sam Whitworth of Nottingham City Homes said: MANAGER “Peter has been great! We asked him to do tasks that we wouldn’t normally assign £16K-£41K to a work experience placement, such as scheduling on social media and writing Salaries are average per year. Source: magazine content. Peter would be interested nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk in an apprenticeship with us and we are looking into this, it would be great to have him back.”
Peter Bradley, who is on the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business, went to Nottingham City Homes for his placement. APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 54 BUSINESS
LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTORY DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS
1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1034 Entry requirements GCSE grade 2/E in English language and maths. Course overview* Branding Recording income and Presenting a business idea expenditure. Communicating with customers Lucy Burton Progression Business studies Level 2 Extended Certificate in Business, university and apprenticeships. “I really enjoy coming to college to study business because it involves a lot of the creative LEVEL 2 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS side as well as the finance. A lot of people just 1 YEAR think that business involves money and that side DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/980 of it when actually there’s a lot of creative Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language things that go into it. And I also enjoy working and maths. Course overview* with the teachers,they’re super friendly and Accounting Tax they’ll help you with anything.” Book-keeping Administration. Payroll. Progression Level 3 National Foundation Diploma/Extended Diploma in Business, or Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship and university.
offer a service to start-ups and local SMEs assisting in Learning companies the day-to-day financial activities they are studying We have some great ideas for learning companies in order to develop skills such as data entry to across the college, which are designed to bring out your month-end management accounts and/or year-end entrepreneurial skills, working with real customers and financial statements. In addition students may be learning some great business skills. involved in regulatory financial requirements such as the completion of VAT returns or assisting in the Company idea for our business and AAT students: preparation of tax computations. Supporting the financial functions of all learning companies in the department. Students could also 55 BUSINESS LEVEL 2 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS 1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/298 Entry requirements Four GCSEs with at least grade 3/D including English language Following successful completion of the Level 3 and maths. course, you could apply for a Foundation Degree Course overview* in Business Management at NTU’s campus in Admin Financing a business Mansfield. Visit www.ntu.ac.uk/mansfield for Finance Promoting a brand more information. Sales Visual merchandising. Progression Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Business, a Level 3 course in public services, leisure and tourism, or IT, an apprenticeship, employment and university.
LEVEL 3 NATIONAL FOUNDATION DIPLOMA/ EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS 1-2 YEARS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/297 Entry requirements Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English language and maths, or a Level 2 Extended Certificate in Business with a merit profile (including distinction in key units) and proven ability in maths and English. Ideally, this will be GCSE English and maths with at least grade 4/C. Course overview* Admin Practical experience Finance Theoretical experience Sales Business environments. Progression University-level qualifications in business-related subjects other university-level qualification, employment and apprenticeships.
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CHILDCAREAND EDUCATION 57 CHILDCARE AND EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE PROGRESSION POSSIBLE CAREERS CHART CHILDCARE AND EDUCATION TEACHING ASSISTANT Level 1 Level 3 £17K-£28K WHERE NEXT? Depending on the level of course you’ve EARLY YEARS completed, you can progress on to the next level of the course, employment, EDUCATORS an apprenticeship or university-level study. £15K-£24K
CHILDMINDERS “I really enjoyed my placement. It’s made me £15K-£24K so much more confident and it’s given me so PRIMARY AND much experience.” NURSERY TEACHER Caitlyn Jones, Level 3 CACHE Certificate in Childcare & Education £27K-£65K
Salaries are average per year. Source: nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 58 LEVEL 2 NCFE CACHE DIPLOMA FOR THE EARLY Childcare in education YEARS PRACTITIONER 1 YEAR LEVEL 1 AWARD IN CARING FOR CHILDREN DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/555 1 YEAR Entry requirements DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/295 Four GCSEs with at least grade 3/D, preferably grade 4/C in either Entry requirements English Language or maths with grade 4/C, or a Level 1 Award in Four GCSEs with at least grade 2/E in English language and ideally Caring for Children or Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care maths, or an Entry Level qualification with appropriate English and with appropriate English and maths skills. You will need to be maths skills. You will need to be successful at interview and have a successful at interview and have a DBS check to enable you to DBS check to enable you to attend a work placement. attend a work placement. Course overview* Course overview* You will achieve a nationally- Develop the knowledge You will take part in a range There will be an opportunity recognised qualification and skills to work with of learning opportunities to attend a work placement to enable you to gain babies and young children that will enable you to build Opportunity to take part employment in an early to support their care and good knowledge of child in a Learning Company years setting development development and activities to further develop your Take part in mandatory Opportunity to take part that will support this knowledge and skills. work placements in a Learning Company You will take part in to further develop your enrichment activities that knowledge and skills. will include a range of visits outside of college Progression Level 3 NCFE CACHE Technical Diploma in Childcare and Education Progression (Early Years Educator) or an apprenticeship within an early years or Level 2 NCFE CACHE Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner or a primary school setting. range of other Level 2 courses or an apprenticeship.
Students will bid to take part in a project to raise Learning companies money and provide support for a children’s charity. We have some great ideas for learning companies They will need to present their chosen charity and across the college, which are designed to bring out your business activities that will enable them to support entrepreneurial skills, working with real customers and this and how they will drive the project to success learning some great business skills. including how they will recruit Level 1 students, to a Dragon’s Den panel. Six will be chosen and each Business ideas for our childcare students are: will have a project leader with additional team roles. Working with nurseries and primary schools to create Students presenting for charities that do not have resources to support the development of literacy viable ideas will join one of the chosen six charities. skills and language acquisition for young children Students will need to raise any funds to start their through the creation of a range of story sacks and project through innovative ideas. This will also involve literacy resources. The story sacks will be an excellent employing Level 1 learners to support the project. way to create and sustain an interest in books. Children enjoy fun and interactive activities, and this is a perfect way to allow children to be more hands on during story time, stimulating their minds and imagination by bringing stories to life. 59 CHILDCARE AND EDUCATION LEVEL 3 NCFE CACHE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA IN CHILDCARE AND EDUCATION (EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR) – LICENCE TO PRACTICE
1-2 YEARS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/294 Following successful completion of the Level 3 course, you could apply for the FdA Working Entry requirements Year 1: Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English with Children, Young People and Families or the language and maths or a Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Foundation Degree in Education at NTU’s campus Practitioner or Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social in Mansfield. Visitwww.ntu.ac.uk/mansfield for Care with appropriate English and maths qualifications. You will more information. need to be successful at interview and have a DBS check to enable you to attend a work placement. Year 2: Successful completion of Year 1, Level 3. Course overview* Study a range of subject areas You will also attend at “All the staff are so lovely. They support you in including:- least two mandatory work placements and you will have every single lesson. It’s exactly what you want Child development the opportunity to take part in Child health and wellbeing a learning company to further from a college experience. You get everything Reflective practice for develop your knowledge and that you need. You get all the help and all professional development skills. Understanding children’s support alongside phenomenal teaching. i think additional needs everyone should go through this experience in International perspectives Progression college. I really do. It’s amazing. We love it!” Year 1 will give you a Level 3 NCFE CACHE Technical Certificate in Childcare and Education. Whilst this is not a license to practice, it can lead to employment in a range of early years and primary school settings. Bethany McGee Year 2 This will provide you with a license to practice as a fully Level 3 CACHE Certificate in Childcare qualified Early Years Educator and will lead to employment within and Education a range of settings and also lead to university-level courses to study early years teaching, primary teaching, paediatric nursing, midwifery, social work psychology or other degree related courses
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COMPUTERSCIENCE
Learning companies Did you know? We have some great ideas for learning companies Skills to work in the software industry are in very short across the college, which are designed to bring supply? Our digital skills courses will open many doors not out your entrepreneurial skills, working with real just working in software development but in engineering, customers and learning some great business skills. manufacturing, healthcare, public services. Our business idea for our digital students is: Businesses need great technical workers so these courses could be your passport to a very bright future. We’re RESOLVE will be run by Level 3 computer science working closely with Nottingham Trent University on the and business students and will provide IT support, development of computing and IT courses meaning you can consultancy and network solutions along with low take your qualifications higher right on your doorstep! cost PC and mobile phone repairs. It will also assist with the creation of logos and websites.
61 COMPUTER SCIENCE COMPUTER PROGRESSION POSSIBLE CAREERS CHART SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN Level 1 Level 3 or Level 3 apprenticeship, Level 4 apprenticeship, £20K-£47K university or employment. INFRASTRUCTURE AND PROGRAMMERS DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AND SOFTWARE Level 2 Level 3 DEVELOPERS or Level 3 apprenticeship, Level 4 apprenticeship, university or employment. £24K-£63K WHERE NEXT? NETWORK ENGINEER Depending on the level of course you’ve £20K-£50K completed, you can progress on to the next level of the course, employment, an apprenticeship or university-level study. IT PROJECT AND PROGRAMME See what our students and MANAGERS employers have to say about work placement... £21K-£55K “My placement at Knowhow allowed Salaries are average per year. Source: me to get a better understanding of the industry along with new skills and nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk abilities that I didn’t know before. In the end I was very committed and was offered an opportunity to join their apprentice program.“
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LEVEL 3 TECHNICAL BACCALAUREATE IN DEVELOPER − SOFTWARE AND COMPUTING 2 YEARS HARDWARE DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1004 Entry requirements LEVEL 1 COMPUTER SCIENCE A minimum of five GCSEs with at least grade 5/C including English, maths and science, IT or computing. An appreciation of, and 1 YEAR passion for, the subject with a level of practical experience and/or a Level 2 qualification in the subject area at a distinction grade. DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1010 Entry requirements Course overview* Three GCSEs (including English and maths) at grade 2/E or above. Games programming Web-based games Students with no formal qualifications but with an interest in the Animation Coding. industry would be considered. Progression Course overview* Level 3 Extended Diploma in a related subject, Level 4 English and maths Imaging software apprenticeship, further study or employment. Using the internet Web design. Word processing LEVEL 2 SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Progression 1 YEAR Level 2 Creative Computing, Level 2 IT Technician and L2 Software Developer or employment. DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1008 Entry requirements Four GCSEs with at least grade 3/D including English and maths DEVELOPER − SOFTWARE and science, or a Level 1 Computer Science. Course overview* Programming Create software LEVEL 2 CREATIVE COMPUTING Computer graphics programmes Web design. 1 YEAR Progression DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1009 Level 3 Software Developer, Level 3 IT Technician, or Level 3 Digital Entry requirements Games Developer, apprenticeship or employment. Four GCSEs with at least grade 3/D including English and maths and science, IT, computing or a Level 1 Computer Science. Course overview* Creative computing Computer graphics Games development Animation.
Progression Related Level 3 courses, an apprenticeship or employment. Following successful completion of the Level 3 course, you could apply for the Foundation Degree in Computing at NTU’s campus in Mansfield. Visitwww.ntu.ac.uk/mansfield for more information. 63 COMPUTER SCIENCE LEVEL 3 SOFTWARE DEVELOPER 2 YEARS NETWORKING AND SYSTEMS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/992 Entry requirements SUPPORT A minimum of four GCSEs with at least grade 5/C, including English, maths and science, IT or computing. For those LEVEL 2 IT TECHNICIAN progressing from a Level 2 programme, a relevant Level 2 diploma with a merit profile (including distinction in key units) and proven 1 YEAR ability in maths and English. Ideally, this will be GCSE English and DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/974 maths with at least grade 4/C. Entry requirements Course overview* Four GCSEs with at least grade 3/D including English and maths Application design Games design and science, or equivalent. Develop a prototype Web design. Course overview* Progression PC maintenance repair Computer networks Level 3 Extended Diploma in a related subject, Level 4 Database systems Fix computers networks. apprenticeship, further study or employment. Progression Related Level 3 courses, an apprenticeship or employment. “There’s a lot of one-on-one if it’s needed. They basically help with any kind of question LEVEL 3 IT TECHNICIAN
or issue you may have. They’re really supportive 2 YEARS in that way and they all have a good DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/993 Entry requirements knowledge on any course or unit that you’re A minimum of four GCSEs with at least grade 5/C, including English, maths and science or equivalent. For those progressing from a Level 2 programme, a relevant Level 2 diploma with a doing.” merit profile (including distinction in key units) and proven ability in maths and English. Ideally, this will be GCSE English and maths with at least grade 4/C. Abby Appleby Course overview* Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma in IT Augmented and virtual Upgrade computer systems reality (application developer) Level 3 Networks Develop computer systems Requirements of clients. Progression Level 4 apprenticeship, further study or employment.
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CONSTRUCTIONAND BUILDING SERVICES
“In class we learnt about the building and construction industry and different ways buildings are constructed and different types of roofing, different foundations and many ways on how to build houses now and how
they wereLaura built Palmer in the past.” Level 2 Technical Certificate in Architectural Joinery, second year CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SERVICES 65
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Level 1 DECORATING Level 3 Level 3 Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 study. PLUMBING CHART BRICKWORK BRICKWORK PLASTERING PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION Level 1 Level 2 Level 1 Level 1 Level 1 Level 1 Level 1
Entry Level ELECTRICAL SERVICES ELECTRICAL SERVICES
CONSTRUCTION STUDIES CARPENTRY AND JOINERY CARPENTRY AND an apprenticeship or university-level next level of the course, employment,
WHERE NEXT? PROGRESSION completed, you can progress on to the MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS PAINTING AND PAINTING AND Depending on the level of course you’ve 66 LEVEL 3 PATHWAYS TO EMPLOYMENT IN Brickwork BRICKWORK 12 WEEKS LEVEL 1 AWARD IN BRICKLAYING CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/738 1 YEAR Entry requirements CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/676 Level 2 Qualification in Brickwork and two GCSEs with at least grade 4/C in English language and maths. Entry requirements GCSEs with at least grade 3/D in maths and English or an Course overview* equivalent plus an aptitude test; or the Entry Level Diploma in Safe working practices Further maths. Construction Skills. Consideration will be given to 19+ learners who may not have formal qualifications but industry experience. Developing complimentary Employability skills and transferable industry Course overview* skills Blocklaying Setting-out Progression Bricklaying Building masonry Employment or apprenticeship. Cavity walling structures. Progression Level 2 Technical Certificate in Brickwork. Construction LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN BRICKWORK Maintenance Operations 1 YEAR ENTRY LEVEL/LEVEL 1 CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/677 MAINTENANCE (MULTI-SKILL) Entry requirements YEAR A minimum of at least GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths. 1 A relevant foundation construction award or a Level 1 Diploma in CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/1097 Bricklaying, including English and maths. Entry requirements If the applicant has trade experience, a basic aptitude test will be A minimum GCSE grade 2/E in either English or maths or both. required. Plus an initial assessment and aptitude test. Course overview* Course overview* Build or repair walls Further learning Joinery 8 weeks Painting and decorating 8 Refurbish arches Training rotating through all Plastering 8 weeks weeks. Bricklayer elements. Bricklaying 8 weeks Progression Progression Level 3 Pathways to Employment in Brickwork. Level 2 Maintenance Operations or Level 1 in the relevant subject specialist area. 67 CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SERVICES LEVEL 2 MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN SITE JOINERY
1 YEAR 1 YEAR CONSTRUCTION CENTRE www.wnc.ac.uk CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/285 Entry requirements Entry requirements A minimum of at least GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths. A minimum of at least GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths. A Completion of Level 1 in construction or relevant foundation relevant foundation construction award or a Level 1 Diploma in construction award including English and maths. Carpentry and Joinery, including English and maths. Course overview* If the applicant has trade experience, a basic aptitude test will be Joinery 8 weeks Painting and decorating 8 required. weeks Plastering 8 weeks Course overview* Tiling and additional trades Bricklaying 8 weeks Principles of construction Non-structural carpentry following plastering Progression Carpentry Level 3 Pathway to Employment, employment or apprenticeship. Non-structural carpentry Timber technology and the prior to plastering use of a circular saw Progression Level 3 Pathways to Employment in Joinery. Employment or CARPENTRY AND JOINERY apprenticeship. LEVEL 1 AWARD IN CARPENTRY AND JOINERY LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN ARCHITECTURAL 1 YEAR JOINERY CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/287 Entry requirements 1 YEAR GCSEs with at least grade 3/D in maths and English or an CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/739 equivalent, plus an aptitude test. Or the Entry Level Diploma in Construction Skills. Consideration will be given to 19+ learners Entry requirements who may not have formal qualifications but industry experience A minimum of at least GCSE grade 4/C in English and/or maths. instead. A relevant foundation construction award or a Level 1 Award in Carpentry and Joinery. Course overview* Safety using various hand and power tools Course overview* Principles of construction Architectural joinery Architectural joinery Forming woodworking joints Planning and preparation component production Site joinery Safety using various hand for architectural joinery Assembly and finishing Basic woodworking joints and power tools. production of architectural joinery products. Progression Use of woodworking Level 2 Technical Certificate in Site or Architectural Joinery. machinery Progression Level 3 Pathways to Employment in Joinery. Employment or apprenticeship.
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12 WEEKS ELECTRICAL SERVICES CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/739 LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Entry requirements A GCSE at grade 4/C English or maths and Level 2 Technical 1 YEAR Certificate in Site or Architectural Joinery. CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/1072 Course overview* Entry requirements Employability skills Further maths. English and Maths GCSEs with at least grade 3/D. Safe working practices Course overview* Developing complimentary and transferable industry Structure of the Fabrication techniques for skills construction industry electrical installation
Safe working practices Electrical science and Progression technology Employment or apprenticeship. Environmental and Sustainability Entrepreneurial projects Site preparation Work placement. Progression TAKE IT HIGHER AT... Level 2 Diploma in Electrical installation employment or apprenticeship.
“I really enjoyed learning all the different Upon successful completion of the Level 3 aspects of construction. There’s so many construction programmes you could enrol on the new things to learn that I didn’t even know HNC Construction and the Built Environment - Level 4. To find out more visitwww.wnc.ac.uk/ came with construction, so it really opens courses up all of your career choices. “I was lucky to have access to any equipment that we needed. We got to experience the career choice of surveying as the college had all the equipment to complete a surveying unit.”
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1 YEAR PAINTING AND DECORATING CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/372 LEVEL 1 AWARD IN PAINTING AND DECORATING Entry requirements 1 YEAR English and Maths GCSEs with at least grade 4/C. CONSTRUCTION CENTRE Course overview includes * wnc.ac.uk/c/286 Entry requirements Electrical scientific principles Electrical installation GCSEs with at least grade 3/D in maths and English or an Safe working practices Entrepreneurial projects equivalent plus an aptitude test; or Entry Level/Level 1 Award in Electrical technology Work placement. Construction. Consideration will be given to 19+ learners who may Progression not have formal qualifications but industry experience. Level 3 Pathways to Employment in Electrical installation. Course overview* Employment or apprenticeship. Practical skills Applying specialist Preparing surfaces decorations.
LEVEL 3 PATHWAYS TO EMPLOYMENT IN Progression ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Level 2 Technical Certificate in Painting and Decorating.
12 WEEKS CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/826 LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN PAINTING AND Entry requirements DECORATING Level 2 Qualification in Electrical/Electrotechnical Technology and 1 YEAR two GCSEs with at least grade 4/C in English language and maths. CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/284 Course overview*
Employability skills Developing complimentary Entry requirements A minimum of at least GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths. and transferable industry Safe working practices A relevant foundation construction award or a Level 1 Diploma in skills Painting and Decorating, including English and maths. Further maths. Progression If the applicant has trade experience, a basic aptitude test will be Employment or apprenticeship required. Course overview* Knowledge of coverings Protect surfaces plaster paint Protect surfaces metal Knowledge of coverings Protect surfaces wood. wallpaper Progression Employment or apprenticeship.
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1 YEAR 1 YEAR CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/813 CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/795 Entry requirements Entry requirements GCSEs with at least grade 3/D in maths and English or an GCSEs with at least grade 3/D including English and/or Maths equivalent plus an aptitude test; or the Entry Level Diploma Course overview* in basic Construction Skills. Consideration will be given to 19+ Develop industry skills Maintenance and repair. learners who may not have formal qualifications but industry experience. Electrical science
Course overview* Progression Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing or Electrical. Preparing background Applying scratch coats surfaces Fixing sheet materials DIPLOMA IN Setting coats Applying floating coats. LEVEL 2 PLUMBING Progression 1 YEAR Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plastering. CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/828 Entry requirements LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN PLASTERING Four GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English and maths.
1 YEAR Course overview* Become a competent Sanitation CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/890 plumber Central heating. Entry requirements Hot water, cold water A minimum of at least GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths. A relevant foundation construction award or a Level 1 Diploma in Progression Plastering, including English and maths. Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing or employment as an apprentice. If the applicant has trade experience, a basic aptitude test will be required. Course overview* Working as a plasterer Solid plaster Fibrous plaster Interior systems. Progression Coming soon Employment or apprenticeship. Construction, particularly for commercial buildings, has moved on over the last few years, buildings like the Shard and even new developments on the college’s new buildings are built in modular form and then assembled on site. By 2021 the college is looking to expand its construction offer and add modern building technology, carbon neutral building methods and civil engineering to its curriculum offer – watch this space for more information. 71 CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING SERVICES LEVEL 3 PATHWAYS TO EMPLOYMENT IN PLUMBING CONSTRUCTION AND THE 12 WEEKS BUILT ENVIRONMENT CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/829 CERTIFICATE IN Entry requirements LEVEL 2 EXTENDED CONSTRUCTION Level 2 Qualification in Plumbing Technology and two GCSEs with AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT at least grade 4/C in English language and maths. 1 YEAR Course overview* CONSTRUCTION CENTRE www.wnc.ac.uk Employability skills Further maths. Entry requirements Safe working practices A minimum of at least GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths. Developing complimentary Completion of Level 1 in construction or relevant foundation and transferable industry construction award including English and maths. skills Course overview* Progression Architectural technology Construction Management Employment or apprenticeship. Surveying Building control Progression Level 3 Extended Diploma Construction and Built Environment, employment or apprenticeship.
LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT 2 YEARS CONSTRUCTION CENTRE wnc.ac.uk/c/282 Entry requirements GCSE English, maths and science with at least grade 4/C and/ or a relevant BTEC diploma/NVQ Level 3 in a craft occupation (depending on age). Course overview* Architectural technology Building surveying Project management Architecture. Quantity surveying Progression HNC Construction and the Built Environment (www.wnc.ac.uk/ Courses/HNC-Construction-and-the-Built-Environment) other relevant university-level qualification or employment.
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Level 3 Level 3 Level 3 Level 3 study. MUSIC CHART Level 2 Level 2 Level 2 Level 1 PRODUCTION
CREATIVE MEDIA CREATIVE MEDIA ART AND DESIGN ART AND PERFORMING ARTS PERFORMING
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ART and design “Some of the best things on the course are the facilities. We have a printmaking studio, LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN ART AND DESIGN we have textiles, which includes sewing 1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/490 machines. We have graphics which is full Entry requirements of MACS. My favourite part of the course Must have three GCSEs with at least grade 2/E including English and maths, and have an appropriate art portfolio which is textiles because you learn so many new showcases a range of creativity. skills.” Course overview* Painting and drawing Computers in art Ceramics 3D design Printmaking Photography. Raeannah Boyer-White Progression Creative arts Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design or Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production (Film and TV or Digital Design).
LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN ART AND DESIGN 1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/276 Entry requirements Four GCSEs at grade 3/D supported by a minimum of a Level 1 literacy qualification or appropriate equivalent; or an appropriate Level 1 qualification with a merit grade. Plus a portfolio demonstrating your creative ability. Course overview* Painting and drawing Product Design Ceramics 3D design Printmaking Photography.
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2 YEARS CREATIVE MEDIA, DIGITAL DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/270 MEDIA Entry requirements Diploma: Four GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English or LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION maths, or an appropriate equivalent; or a relevant Level 2 diploma (FILM AND TV OR DIGITAL DESIGN) at merit level, and GCSE English at grade 4/C, or an appropriate equivalent, plus a portfolio. 1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS Extended Diploma: Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including wnc.ac.uk/c/275 English or maths, or an appropriate equivalent; or a relevant Level Entry requirements 2 diploma at merit level, and GCSE English at grade 4/C or above, Four GCSEs with at least grade 3/D supported by a minimum plus a portfolio. Level 1 literacy qualification or appropriate equivalent, or an appropriate Level 1 qualification with a merit grade. A portfolio of Course overview* evidence demonstrating your creative ability. Photography Printmaking Course overview* Graphics 3D and clay Film and TV Digital design Painting and drawing Product design Video production/editing Digital graphics illustration Textiles/fashion Fine art. Audio sound production Digital graphics animation. Progression Advertising production HND, degree or higher level apprenticeship in art or design related area or other related university-level courses or employment. Progression Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Media (Digital Design and Games) or Level 3 Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production (Film and Television).
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Creative and digital AND REHEARSAL media students can take advantage of our Mac STUDIOS suite, equipped with the latest software – to At Create, music and allow them to work on music technology innovative projects; students have access to from animation to video two sound-proofed live editing. This industry rooms, providing space standard software will for recital or recording help you develop the audio. The industry- technical skills to equip standard recording you for a career in the equipment, including a industry. new analogue mixing desk with built-in DAW control, gives students the chance to produce their own compositions. TV STUDIO
The studio includes a gallery with editing and recording equipment, along with a green screen facility to add creative effects to your productions.
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YEARS YEARS 2 2 DERBY ROAD CAMPUS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS DERBY ROAD Documentary making Camera operation Web and digital graphic Web and digital graphic design Digital illustration 3D modelling and animation Scriptwriting Editing
Entry requirements English or maths, Four GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including 2 diploma at merit an appropriate equivalent, or a relevant Level relevant portfolio of level, and GCSE English with grade 4/C. A work. level, and GCSE English with grade 4/C. A relevant portfolio of with grade 4/C. A relevant portfolio of level, and GCSE English work. Entry requirements or an including English with at least grade 4/C Five GCSEs at merit Level 2 diploma equivalent, or a relevant appropriate
LEVEL 3 PRODUCTION (FILM AND TELEVISION) Progression in creative media other HND, degree or higher level apprenticeship related university-level courses or employment. Course overview* LEVEL 3 LEVEL GAMES) AND DESIGN (DIGITAL MEDIA Course overview* Progression other level apprenticeship in creative media HND, degree or higher courses or employment. related university-level
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www.wnc.ac.uk complete relevant work experience as part of your course. DIPLOMA IN DIPLOMA *You may be expected to study English and maths and will : Four GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English or : Four GCSEs with at YEARS 1-2 DERBY ROAD CAMPUS DERBY ROAD Understanding the music Understanding the music industry and management Rehearsal/performance skills Working with recording artists and producers Music
Entry requirements Diploma equivalent; or a relevant Level 2 diploma maths, or an appropriate performance or music technology experience at merit level. Music and an audition. Extended Diploma an appropriate equivalent; or a relevant Level English or maths, or Music performance or music technology 2 diploma at merit level. experience and an audition.
LEVEL 3 Course overview* Progression in music-related area HND, Degree or Higher Level Apprenticeship employment. or other related university-level courses or
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1-2 YEARS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/267 Entry requirements Diploma: Four GCSEs with at least grade 4/C or a relevant Level 2 diploma at merit level, plus a portfolio. Music performance or music technology experience and an audition. Extended Diploma: Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C or a relevant Level 2 diploma at merit level, plus a portfolio. Music performance or music technology experience and an audition. Course overview* Diploma in Music Diploma in Music Technology Performance Understanding the music Understanding the music industry and career planing industry and career planing Live sound engineering Rehearsal/performance Sound recording and mixing skills Computer music production Working with recording and keyboard skills artists and producers Composing. Composing and songwriting Technical skills for musicians Progression HND, degree or higher level apprenticeship in music-related area or other related university-level courses or employment.
PERFORMANCE STUDIO Need room to rehearse? Our three performance studios all provide ample space for singing, dancing and acting. Our 150 seat theatre is perfect for larger public performances and an industry style experience. 81 LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN PERFORMANCE CREATIVE ARTS
1 YEAR PERFORMING ARTS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1069 LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN PERFORMING ARTS Entry requirements Four GCSEs with at least grade 3/D including English or maths, 1-2 YEARS an appropriate equivalent, or a relevant Level 1 diploma at merit DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/817 level, and GCSE English with grade 4/C. A prepared audition piece. Entry requirements Course overview* Foundation Diploma: Four GCSEs with at least grade 4/C Performance project Development of acting/ including English or an appropriate equivalent; or a relevant Level 2 diploma at merit level, and GCSE English with at least grade 4/C Solo music performance singing or an equivalent Level 2 literacy qualification. A prepared audition Group ensemble Instrument playing or piece. performance performing skills Performing scripted plays. Extended Diploma: Five GCSEs with at least grade 4/C including English and maths or an appropriate equivalent, or a relevant Progression Level 2 diploma at merit level, and GCSE English and maths with Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance, Level 3 Diploma in Music grade 4/C or above, or an equivalent Level 2 literacy qualification. Technology or Level 3 Performing Arts. A prepared audition piece. Course overview* Acting Pathway Dance and Muscial theatre Live shows Pathway Performance workshop Live shows “We went to London and saw two shows. Acting skills development Singing
We also got to see how people in the industry Vocal skills development Jazz and tap dance Performance in the Musical theatre techniques are working. This year we actually met one community Acting skills development. of the cast members from ‘The Play That Goes Progression Wrong.” HND, degree, higher level apprenticeships or vocational training or employment.
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Keep a close eye on the college website for the launch of a range of exciting and innovative courses in Engineering and Motor Vehicle ENGINEERING AND TRANSPORT SKILLS 83
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automation and robotics offer Coming soon Ever wondered what the world working with a number of large an apprenticeship or university-level ABRICATION AND WELDING ABRICATION AND on automated technologies, the already secured for this exciting to step into the future right here next level of the course, employment, next level of the course, employment,
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of manufacturing will look like in of manufacturing will look like in PROGRESSION pace with industry. The college is pace with industry. The college is completed, you can progress on to the completed, you can progress on to the for September 2021, with funding more important it is that we keep more important it is that we keep F new development, you will be able Depending on the level of course you’ve Depending on the level of course you’ve 84 LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING Multi-skills TECHNOLOGIES 1 YEAR ENGINEERING, MOTOR VEHICLE, FABRICATION ENGINEERING INNOVATION wnc.ac.uk/c/788 AND WELDING (MULTI-SKILL) – LEVEL 1 CENTRE 1 YEAR Entry requirements ENGINEERING INNOVATION wnc.ac.uk/c/1100 Three GCSEs with at least grade 4 including English, mathematics CENTRE and science; or a Level 1 qualification in engineering and completion of the four-week introductory course. Entry requirements You will need to have a minimum of GCSE grade 1 in maths and Course overview* English, you will need to successfully complete a college induction Introduction to engineering Electrical/electronic systems process, good attendance, time keeping and attitude are also and devices. essential. Engineering techniques Engineering mathematics/ Course overview* science principles Learn new skills in the following Fabrication and welding and disciplines: basic vehicle operation and Progression Level 3 Award in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering/Extended Health and safety repair techniques Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, apprenticeship Basic serving techniques for Engineering hand skills or employment. various vehicle systems Engineering hand tools and practices, lathes and milling You will also study GCSE machines maths and English. LEVEL 3 IN ADVANCED MANUFACTURING – MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Progression At the end of the course learners will be able to choose to study 1-2 YEARS fabrication and welding, motor vehicle studies or engineering or an ENGINEERING INNOVATION wnc.ac.uk/c/266 apprenticeship. CENTRE
Entry requirements Four GCSEs with at least grade 5 including English Language Engineering and mathematics, science, and technology; or a relevant Level 2 qualification in engineering, plus completion of a four-week LEVEL 1 AWARD IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES introductory course.
1 YEAR Course overview* ENGINEERING INNOVATION wnc.ac.uk/c/1101 Health and safety CAD/CAM/CNC. CENTRE Mechanical principles
Entry requirements Progression Three GCSEs with at least grade 3 including English, mathematics HNC or HND in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Mechanical and science. Engineering www.wnc.ac.uk/University-centre/University-level- Course overview* courses/Courses, other university-level study, apprenticeship or Introduction to engineering Introduction to machining employment. Health and safety Electrical/electronic . principles. Progression Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Technologies, apprenticeship or employment. ENGINEERING AND TRANSPORT SKILLS 85 chosen industry. CENTRE FACILITIES CENTRE repair, fabrication and welding. www.wnc.ac.uk complete relevant work experience as part of your course. *You may be expected to study English and maths and will ENGINEERING INNOVATION ENGINEERING INNOVATION The Engineering Innovation Centre is oneThe Engineering Innovation Centre of the newest additions to the college, andof the newest additions to the college, and technology to progress on to careers inand technology to progress on to engineering, motor vehicle maintenance andengineering, motor vehicle maintenance provides students with the space, equipmentprovides students with the space, ensures students receive the most up-to-dateensures students receive the most
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Upon successful completion of the Level 3 Upon successful completion of the TAKE IT HIGHER AT... TAKE IT HIGHER HNC General Engineering, HNC Electrical and HNC General Engineering, HNC Electrical Electronic Engineering or the HNC Mechanical Electronic Engineering or the HNC 1-2 ENGINEERING CENTRE Electrical principles Health and safety engineering programmes you could enrol on the engineering programmes you could
Four GCSEs with at least grade 5 including English Language 5 including English Language with at least grade Four GCSEs and technology; or a relevant Leveland mathematics, science, plus completion of a four-week2 qualification in engineering, introductory course. Entry requirements Engineering, other university-level study, Engineering, other university-level employment. Progression and Electronic Engineering or Mechanical HNC or HND in Electrical Course overview* LEVEL 3 LEVEL ENGINEERING ELECTRICAL 86 FABRICATION AND WELDING Learning companies We have some great ideas for learning companies LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN FABRICATION AND across the college, which are designed to bring WELDING out your entrepreneurial skills, working with real customers and learning some great business skills. 1 YEAR Business idea for our welding students: ENGINEERING INNOVATION wnc.ac.uk/c/685 CENTRE To have a ‘maker in residence’ whereby we employ Entry requirements a Level 3 Fabrication and Welding Apprentice from Two GCSEs at grade 2/E including English and maths, and the the Level 2 class to be working on a rolling number completion of a four-week introductory course. of stock items. This will mean that the apprentice meets the necessary range of scope required for Course overview* the apprenticeship. In addition to the ‘maker in Practical skills Cutting and shaping metal residence’ role they will be working alongside Knowledge development MIG and gas cutting. the current technician to produce and machine Safely in an engineering components for full-time students. environment Students could produce a stock range of items Progression such as wood-burners, stainless steel exhausts, Level 2 Certificate in Fabrication and Welding, apprenticeship or fencing, gates, garden furniture such as benches employment. and other bespoke items all at a cost. Business idea for our motor vehicle students: LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN FABRICATION AND The ‘Live Garage’ would involve buying cars from WELDING auction as non-runners, damaged or even written- 1 YEAR off vehicles. Typically prices range from £200-£500 per car. Learners would be fixing and repairing ENGINEERING INNOVATION wnc.ac.uk/c/686 CENTRE cars to a point where they are roadworthy. These could be re-submitted back into the auction pool at Entry requirements potential profit. Typically, the cost of repair might Three GCSEs with at least grade 3/D including English and range from £200-£300 but may sell for around maths; or a Level 1 Certificate in Fabrication and Welding and the £1,000. completion of a four-week introductory course. Course overview* Skills in sheet metalwork Thermal cutting machine Plate working Welding machine operation. TIG and MIG Progression Level 3 Certificate in Fabrication and Welding, apprenticeship or employment. 87 ENGINEERING AND TRANSPORT SKILLS
TRANSPORT SKILLS “Studying Engineering at West Notts College LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION TO MOTOR VEHICLE allowed me to enhance my engineering skillset MAINTENANCE whilst being in a college filled with like- 1 YEAR ENGINEERING INNOVATION wnc.ac.uk/c/456 minded students and tutors. I especially liked CENTRE Entry requirements the wider learning classes, as these allowed Grade 1 or above in both Maths and English for us students to pick up extra skills whichto Course overview* aren’t on the course but are of interest Learn new skills in the following Braking disciplines: Wheels and tyres me, such as the motor vehicle and welding Engine Engineering workshops after college.” Steering Diagnostics and servicing. Suspension Progression Level 2 Motor Vehicle, apprenticeship or employment. Jordan Stanford BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN MOTOR VEHICLE
1 YEAR ENGINEERING INNOVATION wnc.ac.uk/c/457 CENTRE Entry requirements Grade 4 or above in English and maths and level 1 motor vehicle qualification. Course overview* Learning on this programme Vehicle chassis will provide: MET Skills (mechanical, Diagnostic oscilloscope electrical and trim Training Engines Servicing vehicles Vehicle batteries Refrigerant handling Starting and charging. Hybrid technology Progression Apprenticeship or employment.
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1 YEAR ENGINEERING INNOVATION CENTRE www.wnc.ac.uk Entry requirements GCSE maths grade 5 and English Language grade 4. Course overview* Introduction to robotics Introduction to Computer Introduction to rapid Aided Design (CAD) – prototyping and 3D printing Interpreting and producing 2D drawings Hydraulic and pneumatic systems Practical engineering project to design, programme and Sensors and actuators used build a robotic system. in autonomous systems Basic electrical circuits and programmable controllers for industry
Throughout the course you will be assessed by practical assessment, project-based learning, aptitude tests and assignments. Progression You can progress to Level 3 Robotics and Automation, Level 3 Engineering Design, Level 3 Engineering Operations and Maintenance, Level 3 Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Level 3 Advanced Mechanical Engineering, Level 3 General Engineering – academic pathway to university, apprenticeship or employment in the engineering industry. ENGINEERING AND TRANSPORT SKILLS 89 www.wnc.ac.uk complete relevant work experience as part of your course.
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YEARS 1-2 ENGINEERING CENTRE Simulation engineering for Simulation engineering Planning, design and Planning, design and Complex electrical systems and pneumatics – web based and fault finding/diagnosis fluid mechanics, hydraulics construction of robotic and construction of robotic autonomous systems Design (CAD) – Interpreting Design (CAD) – Interpreting 3D and producing 2D and drawings Advanced Computer Aided Advanced Computer
GCSE maths at least grade 6 and English Language grade 5. English Language at least grade 6 and GCSE maths Entry requirements LEVEL 3 ENGINEERING - ROBOTICS AND AND - ROBOTICS 3 ENGINEERING LEVEL AUTOMATION Engineering Design, Level 4/5 General Engineering – academic Engineering Design, Level 4/5 General Engineering in the engineering pathway to university or into employment industry. assignments. Progression Automation, Level 4/5 You can progress to Level 4/5 Robotics and Throughout the course you will be assessed by practical Throughout the course you will be assessed of skills and assessment, project-based learning, a portfolio Course overview* 90
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studies. service alongside the college’s restaurant area, to give students that stepping-stone into catering machine and kitchen area and profits from sales go back into students’ resources and equipment. where cakes and snacks and hot and cold drinks can be provided for students after 2.30pm. Students would learn to use the barista Providing a small pizza and snacks Managing a food and drinks service You can progress onto next level or You can progress onto
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WHERE NEXT? PROGRESSION Business ideas for our foundation studies learners are: entrepreneurial skills, working with real entrepreneurial skills, working with real customers and learning some great business skills. We have some great ideas for learning We have some great ideas for learning companies across the college, which are designed to bring out your Learning Learning 92 Do you want to Study an exciting and innovative Pathways to Employment new curriculum? These courses are designed for students of all abilities Do you want to learn practical life and employability who may need further support to build skills for life and skills? employment. Students work closely with tutors and support workers to identify individual aspirations, targets and goals. Study within the all new exciting Foundation Students can choose from a range of courses that include a Department at West Nottinghamshire College. variety of specialist vocational routes and employability skills, to progress into further study or employment. They can pick A safe and supportive learning environment at the one or two specialist routes over the academic year to study heart of the college community. practical skills. Work-related skills will also be developed as part of the programme of study as will maths and English for those who haven’t yet achieved a grade 4 GCSE. Progression to Adult Life Stimulating and engaging lessons will enable all students These courses enable learners to become independent within to make good progress and the range of opportunities for their communities and to develop their skills and knowledge. building life skills and positive employability behaviours will It can be studied at Entry Level 2, Entry Level 3 and Level 1. be reviewed throughout the year so learners can contribute Students will learn about healthy lifestyles, relationships, towards their learning journey and opportunities. communication skills, building confidence, personal Both Progression to Adult Life and Pathways to Employment presentation and home living skills. include a variety of industry routes that students can It’s a mixture of written assessment with the majority practical experience over the year including: assessment based on modules and level of study. Maths and Childcare English may be formally assessed through exams depending on entry level and initial assessment. Catering (running relish restaurant one day a week) Students will take part in subjects including: Beauty and customer service Art classes IT and business admin (setting up a SME businesses) Cookery Travel and tourism and events IT Gardening Independence skills Animal care (working at a local farm/attraction) Maths and English Performing and visual arts Enterprise activities Motor vehicle. Shopping experiences Money management to promote independence and community awareness Opportunities to go out (with some travel training) and experience community opportunities in the local area. Students will work closely with tutors and support workers to identify individual aspirations, targets and goals. Targets will be reviewed, amended and monitored throughout the year. Transition reviews will discuss and plan suitable progression and preparation for the next steps. FOUNDATION STUDIES 93
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lead to paid employment. Learners will be supported by a job Learners will be supported by a lead to paid employment. work placement as well as support coach to find appropriate confidence and helping them to become with travel, building independent. What is involved? This course is for young people with an Education Health and with an Education is for young people This course to gain college allowing them in their final year of Care Plan workplace. It skills ready for the and employability confidence hours and work placement learning includes classroom-based to choice, with potential of the learner’s with an employer
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On the course you will: On the course you will: individual needs of students. Learners will gain qualifications, students. Learners will gain qualifications, individual needs of to continue their education at the college; skills and confidence onto further vocational courses. allowing them to progress 16. into education in a safe and secure It will support individuals sizes are small so tutors can meet environment. Class The Stepping Stones (home educated 14-16 specialist course) 14-16 specialist Stones (home educated The Stepping stone and provides a stepping in Years 10 and 11 is for those post- into Further Education people looking to move for young 94 ENTRY LEVEL3/LEVEL 1 INTRODUCTION BUSINESS SKILLS FOR LIFE ADMIN AND IT 1 YEAR ENTRY LEVEL3/LEVEL 1 IN PATHWAYS TO PROGRESSION DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1089 Entry requirements 1 YEAR GCSEs in English and maths at grade 2/E or above. Students with no formal qualifications but with an interest in the industry would DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/917 be considered. Entry requirements Course overview* No formal entry requirements but you will be expected to complete an initial assessment. Develop employability skills Word processing through a range of various Web design Course overview occupational pathways (see Business admin. Develop employability skills Responsibilities in the previous page) through a range of various workplace Microsoft packages occupational pathways (see Team building activities previous page) Using the internet Build your self-confidence Customer service Improving your personal Progression Customer rights and social development. On successful completion, you will be able to undertake a wide range of information technology courses, including Level 2 Diploma Progression in IT, Level 2 Creative Media Production, a Level 2 business course, Other Level 1 courses, Level 2 courses, employment or or an apprenticeship. apprenticeship.
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1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/819 Entry requirements No formal entry requirements but you will be expected to complete an initial assessment. Course overview Develop employability skills Develop personal skills through a range of various Develop social skills occupational pathways (see Develop independent skills. previous page) Develop self-confidence Progression Entry 3 or Level 1 course. FOUNDATION STUDIES
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LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN BEAUTY BEAUTY THERAPY 1 YEAR LEVEL 1 HAIR AND BEAUTY DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/146 1 YEAR Entry requirements GCSE English language and maths with at least grade 4/C or DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/930 equivalent. Plus a dexterity test, attendance at a one-day ‘welcome Entry requirements day’ during July/August, or attendance at summer school if a GCSE English and maths with at least grade 2/E, dexterity test and progressing learner. attendance at a one-day ‘welcome day’ during July/August. Course overview* Course overview* Facial treatments Waxing Introduction to the hair and Nail art Skin analysis Eyelash/eyebrow beauty sector Essential skills for Make-up application treatments. Presenting a professional employment Manicure/pedicure UV gel nails. image in a salon Reception. Create a hair and beauty Progression image Level 2 Make-Up Artistry, Level 2 Hairdressing, Level 3 Beauty and Spa Therapy, apprenticeship or employment. Progression Level 2 courses in Hair, Beauty, Make-Up Artistry or an apprenticeship. LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN MAKE-UP ARTISTRY LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN BEAUTY THERAPY (VRQ) 1 YEAR 1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/927 DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1075 Entry requirements Entry requirements GCSE English language and maths with at least grade 4/C or GCSE English language and maths with at least grade 3/D or equivalent. Plus a dexterity test, attendance at a one-day ‘welcome equivalent or above. day’ during July/August, or attendance at summer school if a progressing learner. Plus a dexterity test, attendance at a one-day ‘welcome day’ during July and August, or attendance at summer school if a progressing Course overview* learner. Working in the industry Applying make-up Anatomy and physiology Hair artistry Course overview* Follow health and safety Remove hair using waxing Planning and researching Creative make-up artistry practice in the salon techniques make-up designs Client care and Provide eyelash and brow Progression communication in beauty- treatments Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Theatrical and Media related industries Provide manicure Makeup. Provide facial skincare treatments Provide pedicure treatment. Progression Level 3 Beauty, apprenticeship or employment. 99 HAIR AND BEAUTY LEVEL 3 ADVANCED TECHNICAL DIPLOMA IN BEAUTY AND SPA THERAPY
1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/920 Entry requirements Level 2 in Beauty Therapy plus a dexterity test, attendance at a one-day ‘welcome day’ during July/August, or attendance at summer school if a progressing learner. Course overview* Facial electrotherapy Stone therapy treatments Dry wrap Body electrotherapy Promote and sell products treatments Anatomy and physiology. Body massage Progression University-level study or employment.
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HAIR 1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1091 LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN HAIRDRESSING Entry requirements 1 YEAR GCSE English language and maths with at least grade 3/D or DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/317 equivalent or above. Entry requirements Plus a dexterity test, attendance at a one-day ‘welcome day’ during GCSE English and maths with at least grade 4/C or equivalent. Plus July and August, or attendance at summer school if a progressing dexterity test, attendance at a one-day ‘welcome day’ during July/ learner. August, or attendance at summer school if a progressing learner. Course overview* Course overview* Client consultation for hair Cutting facial hair Principles and practices of Cut hair using basic services Following health and safety hairdressing techniques Cutting men’s hair in the salon. Shampoo, condition and Style, set and dress hair treat the hair and scalp Colour and lighten. Progression Progression Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing, Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing, apprenticeship or employment. apprenticeship or employment.
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1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1791 Entry requirements GCSE English language and Maths with at least grade 3/D or equivalent or above. Plus a dexterity test, attendance at a one-day ‘welcome day’ during July and August, or attendance at summer school if a progressing learner. Course overview* Follow health and safety Colour and lighten practice in the salon Create an image Shampoo and condition the Promote products and hair and scalp services Cut womens hair Reception duties. The art of dressing hair
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qualifications. You will need to be successful at interview and have need to be successful at interview and qualifications. You will you to attend a work placement. a DBS check to enable Year 2: Year 1: Diploma in a Level 2 Extended preferably science or maths and at C grade or Level 2 Diploma for the Early Health and Social Care appropriate English, maths and science Years Practitioner with Entry requirements training, occupational therapy, psychology and forensic science. training, occupational therapy, psychology overall grade C. Year 2 midwifery, paramedic health care professions including, nursing, in Health and Social Care and this can lead to employment in a in Health and Social Care and this can lead To progress to range of health care settings or an apprenticeship. have achieved the Level year 2 of the programme you will need to Care with at least an 3 Technical Certificate in Health and Social Progression Year 1 Course overview* of units You will study a range including: LEVEL 3 NCFE CACHE CACHE 3 NCFE LEVEL IN 106 HOSPITALITY AND CATERING
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come to college.”. Steve Blease, Level 3 Professional Cookery 107 HOSPITALITY AND CATERING AND HOSPITALITY PROGRESSION POSSIBLE CAREERS CHART CHEF HOSPITALITY Level 1 Level 3 £16K-£23K CATERING Level 2 Level 3 RESTAURANT WHERE NEXT? MANAGER Depending on the level of course you’ve completed, you can progress on to the £16K-£36K next level of the course, employment, an apprenticeship or university-level study. CATERING AND BAR MANAGER £18K-£29K
PUBLICAN COMPETITION TIME £15K-£34K We always encourage students to take part in regional and national Salaries are average per year. Source: competitions. Last academic year nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk Patrick Murray reached national levels at the Nestle Toque D’Or competitions. The contest, held in London, saw him competing in the front of house category where he had to set and serve a table for two diners, working with a competitor from another college who was the chef cooking the meals. APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW 108 LEVEL 2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE OR DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY AND CATERING PROFESSIONAL COOKERY 1 YEAR LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN SKILLS FOR EMPLOYMENT AND FURTHER LEARNING IN HOSPITALITY DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/191 AND CATERING Entry requirements For the diploma: GCSE maths with at least a grade 3/D plus 1 YEAR GCSE English with at least grade 4/C, or a Level 1 hospitality DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/ and catering qualification with the relevant English and maths 921 qualifications; or relevant industry experience. Entry requirements GCSE English with at least grade 2/E (or the Functional Skills For the technical certificate: GCSE maths and GCSE English equivalent) and maths with at least grade 1/F (or the Functional with at least grade 4/C. . Skills equivalent), plus two other GCSEs with at least grade 2/E. Course overview* Good organisational ability. Develop your cookery skills Preparation for employment Course overview* to become a professional Work as a chef in Refined Train in industry-standard Food and drink service chef restaurant. kitchens Healthy eating and food Study practical/theoretical Theory/practical work safety. units related to food preparation Progression Progression Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery or an apprenticeship. Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery, Level 2 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service, or an apprenticeship. LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHIP LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE 1 YEAR YEAR 1 DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/914 DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/919 Entry requirements Entry requirements GCSEs in English and maths with at least grade 4/C and a Level GCSE maths with at least grade 3/D plus GCSE English with at 2 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service; or extensive industry least grade 4/C; or a Level 1 hospitality and catering qualification experience. or relevant industry experience. Course overview* Course overview* Enhance your supervisory Plan, host and lead on a Work front-of-house in Suitable for gaining and leadership skills variety of events for the our commercial restaurant experience for customer Study advanced practical hospitality industry. Refined service roles including cabin and theoretical work Working practically with crew. Progression different methods of food University-level study or employment in a supervisor capacity in service, bar work & barista hospitality venues. skills Progression Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership. 109 HOSPITALITY AND CATERING LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL COOKERY 1 YEAR “You get experience in a bar, you get experience DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/915 on the floor, as well as in the back of Entry requirements GCSEs in English and maths with at least grade 4/C and a Level 2 restaurant running the pass and sending the Diploma in Professional Cookery or extensive industry experience. food out. Overall it’s an amazing experience. Course overview* Skills to prepare you for Practical skills for industry You make great friends, you become so close employment in fine dining Work as a chef in Refined restaurants restaurant. with people that you’re working with. ” Experience to work in the catering business
Progression University-level study or employment as a chef in the hospitality Reece Zadins and catering industry. Level 3 Hospitality Supervision and Leadership
Learning companies We have some great ideas for learning companies across the college, which are designed to bring out your entrepreneurial skills, working with real customers and learning some great business skills. Business ideas for our hospitality students are: Growing tomatoes, leaves and herbs in a hydroponic greenhouse which can be used in the catering curriculum. You’ll get to improve GREAT EUROPEAN VISITS your skills in growing fresh produce Catering and hospitality students have had and it will help promote healthy opportunities to visit colleges in Europe eating. through the Erasmus+ scheme. They were A fresh bread, pastry and cake sales able to see how students abroad work in this unit within the college restaurant. specialty with different foods and styles and This may incorporate catering for visit local attractions in the towns they were local community groups for special staying in. events such as an afternoon tea for the elderly. Rustic pizzas created by students offering customers a boxed takeaway service. APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW *You may be expected to study English and maths and will complete relevant work experience as part of your course.
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111 PUBLIC SERVICESPUBLIC PROGRESSION POSSIBLE CAREERS CHART POLICE OFFICER PUBLIC SERVICES Level 2 Level 3 £25K-£47K WHERE NEXT? FIRE OFFICER - SERVICES Depending on the level of course you’ve completed, you can progress on to the WARDEN next level of the course, employment, an apprenticeship or university-level study. £23K-£41K
ARMED FORCES (Depending £20K-XXKon rank) See what our students and employers have to say about work placement... “I enjoyed everything! It was an amazing PROBATION OFFICER experience, getting to meet other students from AND PRISON SERVICES places such as Derby College and Loughborough College, making new friends and getting to do cool activities and getting a taste of what the £18K-£40K British army go through during their training.” Salaries are average per year. Source: Public services student Joshua Jope, who went on placement with the Army. nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
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1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1077 Entry requirements At least four GCSEs at grade D, including English and Maths. Course overview* Public Service Skills Expedition Skills for the Employment in the Public Public Services Services Citizenship and Cultural Health and Fitness for the Awareness Public Services Dealing with Public Service Sport and Recreation in the Incidents. Public Services
Progression Level 3 Diploma in Public Services or apprenticeship. 113 PUBLIC SERVICES LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC SERVICES “You do lots throughout the course like 2 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1095 practical and theory-based. You get to do Entry requirements practical team sports where you can build Successful completion of 90 Credit Public Services Diploma. on your team-working skills with other Course overview* Understanding Discipline Outdoor adventurous people in the group. You do instructing Career planning activities Employment Responding to emergency physical activity and that also builds on services incidents Current Media affairs Planning and management your presentation skills as well.” Practical team sports of major incidents. Exercise, health and lifestyle Land navigation by map and Georgia Geere compass BTEC Extended Diploma Public Services Level 3 Progression Employment or onto a Higher Education course.
Following successful completion of the Level 3 course, you could apply for the Certificate of Higher Education Ambulance Technician Practice or the Foundation Degree in Criminal Justice at NTU’s campus in Mansfield. Visitwww.ntu.ac.uk/ mansfield for more information.
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SCIENCELEVEL 3 BTEC FOUNDATION DIPLOMA/EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN APPLIED SCIENCE (FORENSIC SCIENCE) 1-2 YEARS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1000 Entry requirements Five GCSEs at grade 4/C and above including English language and maths at grade 4/C and above, and science with at least grade 44/ CC (or 444/CCC if doing triple science). Course overview* Forensic evidence Forensic fire investigation Collection and analysis Independent research project compulsory. Progression On successful completion of this course, you will be able to move forward to Higher Education or scientific occupations. Some examples of what students have been offered to study at university include biomedical engineering, biomedical sciences, criminology, forensic science physics with nuclear technology, human biology, nursing, audiology, paramedic science, microbiology and criminology and psychology. SCIENCE 115
-£33K -£45K -£35K -£78K K K K K Source: TECHNICIAN TECHNICIAN PATHOLOGY PATHOLOGY ANATOMICAL ANATOMICAL LABORATORY £31 £15 £18 CAREERS FORENSIC SCIENTIST £20 SENIOR POLICE OFFICER www.wnc.ac.uk complete relevant work experience as part of your course. *You may be expected to study English and maths and will
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1 YEAR days a week so the two days I’ve got spare DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/671 I can do whatever I like. You get a lot of Entry requirements guest speakers coming in which is really Two GCSEs with at least grade 2/E, preferably including either English, maths or both, or a minimum of Entry Level 3 Functional helpful because sort of they’ve got an Skills English and maths. Course overview* insight on the course what we do.” Taking part in exercise and Taking part in sport fitness Preparing for work How the body works placement Planning own fitness Work in a team Callum Fletcher Assisting a leader of sports Assist a sport or leisure Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Sport or active leisure activities to event. and Exercise Science plan and deliver an activity Progression Level 2 Sport and Activity Leadership.
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1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/244 Entry requirements Two GCSEs at grade D/3 including maths and English or successful completion of Level 1 Sport. DBS check. Course overview* Working in sport and activity Coaching sport leadership Developing skills for sport Leading sport and activity and activity leadership safely and effectively Delivering a sport event. Leading sport and physical activity Progression Level 3 Sport, fitness and personal Training and Level 3 Sports Following successful completion of the Level and Coaching Development. 3 course, you could apply for the FdSc Sport and Exercise Science based at NTU’s campus in Mansfield. Visitwww.ntu.ac.uk/mansfield for more information. SPORT
119 industry. career in sport. career in your chosen sport. regional and national level. regional and national GREAT FACILITIES GREAT ACADEMY OF SPORT OF ACADEMY www.wnc.ac.uk complete relevant work experience as part of your course. *You may be expected to study English and maths and will TAKE A LOOK ROUND OUR OUR ROUND A LOOK TAKE sports academy programmes. As a member of Teamsports academy programmes. West Notts, you will have the opportunity to competeWest Notts, you will student, you’ll have the opportunity to join one of ourstudent, you’ll have www.wnc.ac.uk/aos The Academy of Sport is designed to prepare you for a to prepare you of Sport is designed The Academy The academy allows you to work alongside elite sportswork alongside elite allows you to The academy If you’re an ambitious A Level, public services or sportsIf you’re an ambitious in competitive leagues and cups internationally, and atin competitive leagues teams such as Mansfield Giants to improve your skillset, to improve your as Mansfield Giants teams such Team West Notts is the competitive side of the academy.Team West Notts is long-standing relationships in preparation for a career inlong-standing relationships in preparation Playing in high-level sports teams, you’ll be able to developPlaying in high-level
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1 YEAR 2 YEARS DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/239 DERBY ROAD CAMPUS WITH TRAINING AT RH ACADEMY wnc.ac.uk/c/1076 Entry requirements Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English language, Entry requirements maths and science. Four GCSEs at Grade 4/c or above including English Language and Maths. Course overview* Functional anatomy Physical activity for Course overview* Applied research methods Individual and group-based Anatomy and Physiology Investigating Business in in sport exercise Fitness Training and Sport and Active Leisure Industry Applied sport and exercise Coaching for performance Programming psychology and fitness for exercise Sports Analysis Research Methods in Sport. science. Biomechanics in sport and Application of Fitness exercise science Testing Progression Progression Level 3 BTEC extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science Higher Education, USA Scholarships, Apprenticeships, and (Year 2). Professional Athlete. Course Outline: LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN SPORT FITNESS AND PERSONAL The Mansfield Town Performance Programme has an immersive timetable blending football and education. As well as competing TRAINING in England’s top collegiate football leagues, students explore units 1 YEAR linked to the sports and leisure industry and will benefit from the support from both the college as well as MTFC throughout the DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/1092 course. Students will train and play at Mansfield Town’s top-class Entry requirements facility at RH Academy, led by their very own coaches. Four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths. Course overview* Health, wellbeing and sport Business and technology in Personal trainer skills personal training development Sports injuries Research project In sport Sports massage. Progression University-level courses in sports related subjects. 121 SPORT LEVEL 3 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN SPORTS COACHING AND DEVELOPMENT
1 YEAR West Notts partnership DERBY ROAD CAMPUS www.wnc.ac.uk Together with Mansfield Town Football Club we have a new partnership which will enable young footballers Entry requirements at the Stags to further their education from the start of Four GCSE at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths or successful completion of Level 2 Sport and Activity the 2020-21 season. Leadership. Stags’ scholars, aged 16 to 18, and the club’s under-21 Course overview* players, will be based at the RH Academy – the state-of- the-art training facility in Pleasley, Mansfield – and the A Careers in the Sport and 1 Sport Development relocation will enable a new affiliation with the area’s Active Leisure Industry 2 Self-employment in Sport largest further education (FE) provider. B Health, Wellbeing and and Physical Activity Sport 12 Practical Sports The partnership means the Stags’ under-21 and C1 Developing Coaching Application (1 Optional unit). under-18 footballers can access a wide range of high- Skills quality courses at both further and higher education Progression level through the college. Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development It will also enable talented students, both male (Year 2). and female, on full-time college courses to access professional football coaching through Mansfield Town, who will also support students to play in local and national competitive college leagues.
APPLY www.wnc.ac.uk NOW *You may be expected to study English and maths and will complete relevant work experience as part of your course. 122 TOURISM WITH EVENTS MANAGEMENT AND AVIATION TOURISM WITH EVENTS MANAGEMENT AND AVIATION 123 AGENT -£48K MANAGER -£34K -£30K -£36K K K K K CABIN CREW CABIN TOUR GUIDE TRAVEL £13 £16 CAREERS EVENTS £18 £22
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1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/958 Entry requirements GCSE English with at least grade 2/E and maths with at least grade 1/F or the Functional Skills equivalent, plus two other GCSEs with at least grade 2/E. Good organisational ability and a keen interest in travel and tourism. Course overview* Customer Services Introduction to the travel, Preparing for Employment aviation and events industries. Working as a resort rep Trips and a residential Promotions and sales are an integral part of this course. Progression Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism with Aviation Studies.
LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA IN TRAVEL AND TOURISM WITH AVIATION STUDIES 1 YEAR DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/232 Learning companies Entry requirements GCSE English and maths with at least grade 3/D or the Functional We have some great ideas for learning companies Skills equivalent and two other GCSEs with at least grade 3/D; or across the college, which are designed to bring a Level 1 qualification at merit level and GCSE English with at least out your entrepreneurial skills, working with real grade 3/D or Functional Skills Level 1. customers and learning some great business skills. Course overview* Business ideas for our travel and tourism students Worldwide travel and Travel planning are: tourism destinations Aviation and cabin crew Planning entertainment training To work with Mansfield Townscape’s project on rejuvenating Mansfield. Students will develop a activities Trips/residential stays heritage trail/walk around the town and offer this Interpersonal skills are an integral part of the as a tourist attraction. course.
Progression Travel students will explore holiday options, Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism with short breaks and activity breaks for college staff. Aviation Studies. Students will professionally recommend the perfect break to suit the individual. 125 TOURISM WITH EVENTS MANAGEMENT AND AVIATION LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA/EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN TOURISM “The travel and tourism course is a AND EVENTS MANAGEMENT WITH AVIATION great opportunity to learn more about STUDIES 1-2 YEARS the industry, especially in job roles DERBY ROAD CAMPUS wnc.ac.uk/c/754 like cabin crew or holiday rep. There’s Entry requirements GCSE English with at least grade 4/C and GCSE maths with at least different trips and things like that grade 3/D or the Functional Skills equivalent and three GCSEs with at least grade 4/C; or a relevant Level 2 diploma at merit level and you can go on, like visiting British GCSE English at least grade 3/D or Functional Skills Level 1. Airways, taking part in hotel takeover at Course overview* Planning and managing Aviation and cabin crew Crown Plaza. And then you can go on conference and events training residential trips to York and Blackpool.” Ski chalet host Trips/residential stays Planning and delivering are an integral part of the guided tours course. Developing and managing Amy Salmon people
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel Progression and Tourism Employment or University-level study in tourism, aviation, hospitality, events management, visitor attraction management and any other related subject.
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At West Nottinghamshire College we offer a range of HNDs and HNCs within construction and engineering. HNC/D Construction and the Built Environment HNC/D Electrical Engineering HNC General Engineering HNC/D Mechanical Engineering Following your success on the above courses, you will be able to look at taking the next level programmes at foundation degree or full honours degree.
Take a look at the offer from NTU in Mansfield. Based next door to the Derby Road campus.
OPENOPEN EVENTSEVENTS Virtual A Level Open Evening Online informationAUTUMN event I ThursdayTERM 201924 September 2020 5.30 – 7.30pm A Level open evening Derby RoadVirtual campus College I Thursday Open Day26 Sep 2019 I Online information 5.30pm-7.30pmevent I Saturday 10 October 2020 10.00am – 1.00pm College open day DerbyVirtual Road campus College I Saturday Open Evening 12 Oct 2019 I Online information event10am-1pm I Wednesday 4 November 2020 College5.30 open– 7.30pm evening Derby RoadA Level campus Open I Thursday Evening 7 Nov 2019 I 5.30pm-7.30pm Chesterfield RoadI Tuesday 12 January 2021 5.30 – 7.30pm EngineeringSPRING and Construction TERM 2020 Open Evening Engineering InnovationEngineering Centre open and evening Construction Centre ThursdayEngineering 21 CentreJanuary I Thursday2021 I 5.30 23 – Jan 7.30pm 2020 I Construction @ NG17 7RB5.30pm-7pm and Engineering @ NG17 5FA ApprenticeshipCollege open Open day Evening DerbyDerby Road Road campus campus I Wednesday I Saturday 3 8 February Feb 2020 2021 I 5.3010am-1pm – 7.30pm Apprenticeship open evening College Open Day Derby Road campus I Thursday 5 Mar 2020 I Derby Road campus5.30pm-7.30pm I Saturday 6 February 2021 Derby Road 10.00am – 1.00pm Mansfield SUMMERCollege OpenTERM Day 2020 Nottinghamshire Derby Road campus I Saturday 24 April 2021 College10.00am open – 1.00pm evening NG18 5BH Derby Road campus I Thursday 2 July 2020 I College5pm-6.30pm Open Day Derby Road campus I Saturday 26 June 2021 0808 100 3626 10.00am – 1.00pm [email protected] Dates, times and venues are correct at the time of printing — please check the college www.wnc.ac.uk website for the latest information at www.wnc.ac.uk Please note: Course information included within the guide may be subject to change. For full, up-to-date information on all of ourcollege courses please visionwestnotts visit www.wnc.ac.uk, or call 0808 100 3626 to speak to us directly. For further information on the college, its policies and procedures (including child protection, equality and diversity, health and safety, freedom of information, staff code @westnotts of conduct, data protection and our disability statement) please @westnottscollege visit www.wnc.ac.uk/policies