Wakefield College

School Leaver Prospectus 2021/22 A Levels, T-Levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Foundation Learning Courses A NEW CHOICE 80% T-Levels are ideal if you CLASSROOM have finished your GCSEs and want the knowledge and experience to get straight into employment, an apprenticeship or higher education. 20% Find out more at TLevels.gov.uk or email WORKPLACE [email protected] T-Level students spend 80% of or call 01924 789111 the course in the classroom, for more information learning the skills that on our T-Level Courses. employers need. The other 20% is a meaningful industry placement, where students put these skills into action. wakefieldcollege 45-DAY INDUSTRY PLACEMENT Each T-Level includes an in-depth industry placement that lasts at least 45 days. Students get valuable experience in the workplace; employers get early sight of the new talent in their industry.

2 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Contents

Find out... A Levels Ofsted - we are a Good provider ������������������������������������������������������������ 04 Art, Media & Design ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������83 How to apply ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������06 Media Studies �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������83 T Levels �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������07 Photography ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������83 Routes to success ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 08 Business & Management ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������83 Which level is right for you? ����������������������������������������������������������������������������09 Business ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������83 First-rate facilities ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Economics ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������83 Enriching your experience �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 English & Humanities ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������84 Student Experience �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������14 . Criminology �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������84 Student Central ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 English Language ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������84 Work placements ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 18 English Literature �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������84 Apprenticeships �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 Geography ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������84 What do you think? ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22 History ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������84 HE ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 24 Law ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������85 Getting to College ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 25 Politics ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������85 Mentoring for Excellence ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 88 Maths & Science �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������86 Excellent results ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 89 Biology ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������86 Additional information �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������90 Chemistry ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������86 Jargon buster ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 94 Computer Science ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������86 Key dates ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������95 Mathematics ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������86 Application form ���������������������������������������������������������inside back cover Physics ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������86 Social Sciences ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������87 Vocational courses Psychology ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������87 Animal Care ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������26 Sociology ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������87 Art, Design & Media ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������28 Automotive ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������32 Business �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 36 Childcare, Early Years & Childhood Studies �������������������������� 38 Disclaimer Computing ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������40 The structure of post-16 education and the type of qualifications Construction & Civil Engineering ������������������������������������������������������������42 on offer can change according to Government policy and funding Digital Industries ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 48 issues. Consequently, whilst we will take reasonable steps to provide courses and services in the manner described, we reserve the right Engineering ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 50 to modify or withdraw any advertised courses or services. Our ESOL �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������52 website and course information leaflets are updated regularly as Foundation Learning �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������54 changes occur, and you’ll have the opportunity to talk to tutors about The Prince’s Trust ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������55 any developments in your areas of interest at interview. Hair & Beauty ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 56 Whilst this prospectus and other College publicity materials offer a guide to our provision, there may, from time-to-time, be changes Health, Social Care & Wellbeing ��������������������������������������������������������������60 which alter this. Horticulture �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������62 This prospectus was produced in August 2020. Information was Hospitality & Catering ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 64 correct at the time of going to press, but details may change before Music ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 66 courses begin in 2021. For the most current information, or if you need further advice, please contact us by ringing the Course Performing Arts ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 68 Information Team on 01924 789111 or visit the College website at: Public Services �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������72 www.wakefield.ac.uk Science ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������74 Details of our Terms of Enrolment and Student Policies and Sport ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 76 Procedures can be found at: Academy of Sporting Excellence ����������������������������������������������������������� 78 www.wakefield.ac.uk/about-us/policies-and-procedures Travel & Tourism ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������80 /student-policies-and-procedures

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 3 Ofsted We are a Good provider

We are rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted across all Study Programmes Judgements inspection areas, which include: • “well-prepared for studies at a higher level” • Quality of teaching, learning and assessment • “learning links well with the demands of • Personal development, behaviour and welfare industry” • Outcomes for learners • “strong independent study skills” • Effectiveness of leadership and management Adult Learning Programmes Judgements Working with Business • “well-prepared for careers and next steps in Ofsted inspectors have recognised our engagement education” with businesses and industry through work • “knowledgeable and dedicated teachers” placements and other initiatives, helping to secure • “well-planned progression routes” the future of Wakefield’s economy. Apprenticeships Judgements Diversity and Inclusion • “work very effectively with a wide range of We’re recognised as providing a positive learning employers” culture of tolerance and respect. Ofsted have noted • “remain in employment at the end of their our strong commitment to equality of opportunity, programme” and how we place a high priority on supporting all • “high-quality, bespoke apprenticeships” members of our diverse community. High Needs Students Judgements Leadership and Management Judgements • “highly motivated and engaged in learning” • “students thrive” • “exceed employers’ expectations” • “students and apprentices develop the behaviours • “highly skilled, well-qualified teachers” and attitudes they need for successful futures” • “students enjoy learning”

Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment Judgements • “extensive and wide-ranging industrial experience” • “high levels of expertise in their academic and vocational areas” • “lessons motivate students”

Personal Development, Behaviour and Welfare Judgements • “students and apprentices behave well” • “high levels of respect and courtesy” • “useful and meaningful work-related skills”

Outcomes for Learners Judgements • “current students and apprentices make good progress” • “work at a good standard that meets or exceeds requirements” • “high quality of teaching”

4 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Ofsted We are a Good provider

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 5 How to Apply 1. Pick a course Browse through this prospectus and find out more information online, or at our open days. If you’re unsure what you’d like to do, call us and ask for a careers appointment. Find out what’s involved in your full study programme on page 9.

2. Visit wakefield.ac.uk Search for the course(s) you are interested in and click the ‘Apply’ button. or Complete an application form There’s one at the back of this prospectus, or we can post one out to you. 3. Be invited for interview You’ll be invited to interview for your first choice course. This is your chance to make sure the course, and the College, are right for you. 4. Receive an offer in writing You’ll need to accept this place by returning the acceptance form or contacting the Admissions Team direct on 01924 789110 or [email protected] Don’t worry if you didn’t get the results you were hoping for; call us and we can discuss your options.

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6 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 THE NEX LEVEL QUALIFICATION

STUDYING A T-LEVEL WILL GIVE YOU: • Detailed industry knowledge and skills for professional & technical roles • Maths, English and Digital skills required for success in those roles • An industry placement of at least 45 days

DIGITAL SUPPORT SERVICES Case Study: T-LEVEL There will be an estimated The work placement component will include 16,500 IT & Computing jobs in experience of using tools and software used in Wakefield and Leeds by 2023 the IT/Tech industry, working on client projects (Source: EMSI). from concept to completion, and working with a Wakefield College has been supportive, motivated and focused team. working in partnership for over Potential careers: 10 years with Bellingham IT - an established and successful IT • IT Engineer company in the District. • Customer Service Technician • Cyber Security Specialist • IT Support & User Technician • Software Developer CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION & CHILDCARE T-LEVEL T-LEVEL Designed by a panel of employers from You will work alongside experienced the Construction and Civil Engineering practitioners at local day nurseries, sector, industry professional bodies completing at least 750 hours of industry including I.C.E; R.I.C.S, and education experience working with children from specialists. We’re working with Engie, birth to 7 years. Keepmoat and WDH to provide placement We have excellent relationships with opportunities. employers throughout our District, from You will cover: Design Principles & large companies to smaller providers. Procedures, Management, Measurement, You can also progress to university to Science with Building Technology, Health complete a degree, possibly leading to & Safety and Commercial Business & Law. employment as a teacher or a range of Students then select their desired employment opportunities working with occupational specialism for further study. children. Potential careers: Potential careers: • Surveying & Design for Construction • Early years practitioner and the Built Environment • Special educational • Civil Engineering needs practitioner • Building Services Design • Primary school teacher Sign up for updates at www.wakefield.ac.uk/t-levels

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 7 Routes to Success Which path is right for you? Whether you want to go on to further study at university or set up your own business and work for yourself, our range of courses can get you there. But we all learn differently, so which route should you take?

Sixth Form Our Sixth Form is a supportive environment with the freedom of a College atmosphere. For those who excel in formal exams, there’s a choice of 17 A Levels. Flip to page 82 for our A Level courses

Vocational courses If you have a specific career in mind, or prefer practical ways of learning over exams, choose from a wide range of Advanced Level Diplomas. Read more from page 26

Foundation Learning A mix of vocational study, tasters and English and maths, for those who would like to learn independent living skills, personal and social development, employability and progress academically to a higher level. Available on page 54

Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are a great mix of hands-on learning in the workplace and theory learned in College. Interested in Apprenticeships? Turn to page 20 Still unsure? Can’t find a course that jumps out at you, or not quite sure what you’d like to do? We have teams to help you make your decision.

Course Information 01924 789111 / [email protected]

Careers Team 01924 789113 / [email protected]

Financial Support 01924 789283 / [email protected]

8 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Your Study Programme Coming to College is more than just a course. Get the most out of your time at College with a full programme of study, supported by Student Central.

Support Personal and group tutorials.

PEEP Personal, Employability, Enrichment and Progress programme designed to cover a wide range of events and activities. Work experience placements English & maths You’ll continue to study English and maths until you achieve a GCSE 9-4. It’ll be timetabled to fit in alongside your course.

Which level is right for you?

Qualifications Minimum entry requirements*

Level 3 A Levels 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English and maths

Level 3 Level 3 Diplomas & 5 GCSEs 9-4 including Extended Diplomas English or maths

Level 3 Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships 5 GCSEs 9-4

Level 3 Level 2 Vocational courses 4 GCSEs 9-3 usually with English and maths 4-2

Level 2 Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeships GCSEs 9-3 in English and maths

Level 2 Level 1 Vocational courses Minimum of Entry Level 3 qualifications in English and maths

Level 1 FLEX No formal qualifications (Foundation Learning)

Entry Level English and maths Unless you already have 9-4 in English and maths, you’ll need to study these as part of your Study Programme

All Levels If you have a 3 or below, in English or maths, you will continue to study these at GCSE.

* These are broad entry requirements, so check the specific entry requirements of the course you’re interested in.

If you need help choosing the right course, get in touch with our Course Information Team on 01924 789111

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 9 First-rate Facilities Realistic working environments and much more across multiple sites

Beaumont Building The Radcliffe Building The Harrison Building is home to the award-winning Gaskell's houses state of the art facilities for is home to the Sixth Form at Restaurant where Hospitality and Digital Industries, Science, Animal Wakefield College as well Catering students can cook up a storm. Care, Tourism, Public Services, as Student Central and our Beaumont is also the home for our Flex Elite Sports, Health & Social Care library. Suite and our amazing Reading Room and Art.

The Gissing Building provides the latest facilities and equipment for Creative Industries Centre and our School of Popular Music

The ASIC building The Advanced Skills & Innovation Centre is home of our University Centre

Work up a sweat in our extensive facilities Recording studios and rehearsal spaces allow you to for Sports and Public Services students, rock out at the School of Popular Music. including a gym, fitness testing lab, therapy and massage suite and pitches.

10 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Treat the paying public in our hair and beauty salon, Elements.

Realistic working environments and workshops for motor vehicle, construction and engineering students at Castleford Campus. Plus engineering labs for HE students at Wakefield.

Hospitality and Catering students can cook up a storm Relax, grab a drink and for the paying public in our meet friends in our café award-winning Gaskell’s with a Starbucks. Restaurant.

The Castleford Campus, home to some of our skills-based courses.

Showcase your talents in the Waterton Building, home to our 160-seat Mechanics' Theatre, studios, rehearsal rooms and backstage workshop for constructing the perfect stage set.

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 11 Students on an overnight expedition over the Glynderau and coasteering.

Enriching your experience More than just the classroom!

We make our courses varied and interesting by packing in extra features like guest speakers, visits and residential opportunities or overseas trips. Plus getting involved in extra activities can really boost your UCAS applications to make you stand out from the crowd!

Mechanics’ Performing Arts dance students worked alongside Royal Mail as part of their social media campaign video for Valentine’s Day.

Wakefield College Construction Students on Work Placement with WDH’s Construction Team to improve Monkhill in Pontefract.

The Care and Early Years department produced Christmas food hampers for Sure Start Centres across the Wakefield district.

12 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Beauty Therapy and Photography Students supported The Prince of Wales Hospice ‘Look Good Feel Better’ event teaching patients how to apply their own makeup with some of the patients having professional portrait photographs taken, too.

As part of the Creative Industry Day, Music students got to be involved in Q&A sessions Travel and Tourism students in Italy on work placement with industry professionals from the likes of BBC with Max Ski, working in an overseas resort, whilst also Radio 4, Screen Yorkshire and Higher Rhythm. learning about the local culture and how to ski.

Prince's Trust students Hospitality & Catering students helping at the enjoying their residential in the Rhubarb Festival demo marquee. Yorkshire Dales.

ESOL students celebrated the various cultures and nationalities on Cultural Day.

Students from Castleford Campus completed a project with Canal and River Trust, canoeing and Public Services creating a clear area and a bug hotel as part of giving students enjoyed a ski trip back to the community. to Austria.

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 13 Student Experience Duke of Edinburgh's Award

From volunteering to physical activities, life skills to expeditions, achieving a DofE Award is a passport to a brighter future, valued by employers and universities. There’s a chance to complete either the bronze, silver or gold award.

Peter Achieved Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards Level 3 Public Services I came to the UK from Hungary and started my DofE journey at College. Through the Duke of Edinburgh Award I have helped in ESOL classes, at sports camps, in archery sessions, on residentials as well as delivering navigational and campcraft training to other participants and developing advanced skiing skills. I love outdoor activities and moving away from everyday life and breaking free. My English has improved significantly through College and I have now attained my GCSE English. Wakefield College has provided me with opportunities I would never have had before I came here. I now have the chance to go to university and hopefully have a career within the police as I particularly enjoy crime-related sociology, understanding behaviour (psychology) and outdoor activities.

14 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Student Experience It’s your Union - get involved! Register for a TOTUM student discount card (replaces old NUS card) and get discounts in high street stores and online. Every student at Wakefield College is part of the Students’ Union. Your Students’ Union is here to support and represent you and is a big part of College life. The Union organises events, trips, volunteering opportunities, and societies to make sure you get the most out of College. You can also put yourself forward for a role in the Students’ Union Executive or become a class rep and become the voice of your fellow students. There are dedicated roles for: President & Vice-President • Communications Officer LGBT and Gender Officer • Welfare Officer Mature Students’ Officer • Education Officer Activities Officer • Disabilities Officer Higher Education Officer Ethnic & Religious Minorities Officer

Additional Learning Support We have staff with specialist skills and experience in supporting students with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities including: • ADHD • Autistic Spectrum Disorders • Dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia • Hearing impairment • Visual impairment • Mobility difficulties The support available is tailored to meet the campaigns, advice, progress individual’s needs, both in or out of class. See page 91 for more information

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 15 Student Central You’re always welcome to come in and explore what the College can offer you, or if you need a bit of advice and guidance, Student Central is where you can access a range of support services from friendly College staff.

Student Experience Manager (SEM) and Student Experience & Support Leaders (SESL) Wellbeing and Safeguarding A dedicated team to help you adapt well to life at College and to ensure you make the most of your Your safety is our top priority. We have a trustworthy course and your student experience. They’re team who you can talk to if you feel pressured into available for you to pop in if you have any something you’re unhappy about or if you feel unsafe questions about your time with us. from bullying, forced marriage, substance abuse , radicalisation or anything else that you may be worried about.

Attendance & Achievement Support Team Great attendance = great marks! If you miss a day of College, who knows what you’ll have missed out on! The Attendance and Achievement Support Team are here to help you ensure that your attendance at College is accurate and remains above the expectation of 95%. The team also have loads of hints and tips to help manage workload, get ahead with your assessed work or overcome any barrier to your achievement.

For more information on Student Central and Youth Work Support support services, turn to our additional Team, 1:1 confidential information at the back of the prospectus support, group work and corridor chats Careers Information and Guidance Team If you feel overwhelmed either at College or by problems at home, our The careers team are here to help you explore your options at Youth Support Team are here to listen and every stage of your College journey, from before you choose support. The team offer support via 1:1s, small to study with us all the way through to after you have finished groups, corridor chats and a variety of other your studies with us. The team are here to help you with a drop-in opportunities, such as chill-out zones, time wide range of careers related focuses. You can contact the to talk cafés, C-Card registrations and more. team at all times to book an appointment or to simply ask for advice at [email protected]

16 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Financial Support Team Are you concerned about paying for travel, meals and/or childcare costs whilst attending College? Do you have any expensive equipment/kit or an overnight residential to pay for? Contact the Financial Support Team to find out how we may be able to support you with these expenses – student [email protected]

Pastoral Tutors If you’re studying on Level 1 or 2, you’ll have tutorials to explore a wide range of topics that help you develop both interpersonal and employability skills. Activity Leaders There is so much more available than lessons. Our dedicated activity leaders run activities such as cookery, arts and crafts and a variety of sports for people of all abilities to get involved in. They also run Counselling Support social trips and visits up and down the country and give you a chance to meet other students from other courses. You can also become A confidential place to talk an active member of the Students’ Union, or complete the Duke of to our professional qualified Edinburgh Award at Bronze, Silver or Gold. Our activity leaders are counsellors. here to put on the activities that you want!

Student Intervention Officers (SIO) Social groups Student Intervention Officers are here to ensure all students adapt well to life at Arts and crafts club, College and follow the Ready To Learn (RTL) zone standards. The SIO will help cookery club, debating ensure that each student has support to positively change their behaviours club, College magazine or actions that could otherwise lead them to being considered for formal and much more… our activity disciplinary action. leaders are here to put on the activities that you want!

Sports Activator Carer Support Get involved in extra-curricular sports and activities, plus Within College, our Carer Lead will work with volunteering, coaching and training opportunities in sport. It’s a you and other support staff and your teachers great way to meet new people and have something extra on to make sure that your caring responsibilities your CV. are considered. This will look different for different students. You may need an adaptation to your studies, considerations in relation to Sports and physical activities your time in College or just someone to provide Football, rugby, badminton, netball, basketball, support and a listening ear. street dance, Zumba, table tennis and much more… Instagram – EVERYONE CAN HAVE wakeyCollegeactivities A GO - GROW AN INTEREST OR TRY SOMETHING NEW! Twitter – @WakeCollSC

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Get ready for employment with the Work Placement Team

Every student at College has the opportunity to undertake meaningful work experience activities. It’s an expectation for all 16 – 18 year old, full-time Study Programme students to complete vocationally relevant work experience. Many employers treat a placement like work, so you’ll be required to submit a CV and undertake an interview to secure a placement. Some placements can even lead to part-time work or progress onto an apprenticeship.

The Work Placement Team will: • Inform you of placement and apprenticeship opportunities College was really helpful putting us into work placement, via Moodle giving us the opportunity to meet new people, work in a team, experience a real-life workshop environment and gain an • Speak to employers on your behalf apprenticeship at the end of it, which we’re really happy about • Set up interviews with employers Abdulah Ali and Conor Walton • Prepare you for your placement and support you while MD Engineering Solutions you’re there • Make sure that you are in a safe and healthy environment • Review your placement with you, your employer and your tutor Employer quote: You will need to: “Work placements are crucial when it comes to inspiring the • Research your chosen career next generation of IT specialists. In our experience, these • Create a CV students add an interesting dynamic to our organisation and • Contact local employers about placement vacancies and pass are potential candidates for future roles.” the information on to the Work Placement Team Paul Heigham • Undertake a work readiness assessment and attend workshops Director, Bellingham IT • Prepare yourself for interviews College was really helpful putting us into work placement, giving us the opportunity to meet new people, work in a team, • Be prepared to undertake your placement outside of the days experience a real-life workshop environment and gain an you are in College apprenticeship at the end of it, which we’re really happy about. • Be punctual and keen to learn new skills Abdulah and Conor • Keep a log and complete a relevant piece of coursework while Fabrication and Welding placement at MD on placement Engineering Solutions • Complete an agreed placement of a minimum of 36 hours

Contact the team on: Employer quote: Wakefield Campus: 01924 789413 “Work placements are crucial when it comes to inspiring the Castleford Campus: 01924 789416 next generation of IT specialists. In our experience, these [email protected] students add an interesting dynamic to our organisation and are potential candidates for future roles.” Twitter: @WakeCollWP Paul Director, Bellingham IT

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18 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Adam Construction & Civil Engineering, placement at Keepmoat Homes I really enjoy the Construction & Civil Engineering course that I’m studying. I like learning the different fields of study especially about quantity surveying, project management and site management. I attend a work placement every Monday with Keepmoat Homes. It’s been very rewarding, working at different levels, meeting new people and applying College learning to real life experiences.

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Apprenticeships are for anyone aged 16 or over and they Earn while you learn allow you to earn and learn at the same time, giving you As an apprentice, you’ll work for an employer and you great prospects for the future! will earn a wage. The minimum wage for an apprentice is £4.15 per hour but wages will vary as there are many Progress higher employers who are willing to pay more than the minimum. You can progress to higher level apprenticeships or higher We work with a variety of different employers, ranging education here with us at College. from small to large, who offer great opportunities to If you need more information, call us or look in more detail ‘earn while you learn’. Some of the top companies we online at: www.wakefield.ac.uk/apprenticeships where currently work with are Unilever, Warburtons, Coca Cola, you can find more information about the apprenticeships Haribo, Wakefield Council, West Yorkshire Fire Service on offer. So, if you think an apprenticeship might be for and several local NHS Trusts including Mid Yorkshire and you, join us and start your journey to a fulfilling career! South & West Yorkshire. A Look out for this symbol in subject areas, which We offer four levels of apprenticeship: shows where apprenticeships are available.

Level Qualification equivalent to Duration

Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship 5 GCSEs at A*-C or 9-4 1-2 years

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship 2 or more A Levels 1-4 years

Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship Foundation degree, HNC or HND Up to 4 years

Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship Diploma of Higher Education Up to 2 years

Recruitment Team - 01924 789469 [email protected] / wakefield.ac.uk/apprenticeships

Keegan Level 2 Welding and Fabrication Welding and Fabrication Apprenticeship Whilst studying Level 2 Welding and Fabrication, I completed a one-week placement at UK Street Style. I found this really rewarding. I gained a lot of experience and knowledge, applying my classroom skills to real life work. Due to my successful placement they offered me a two-year apprenticeship which I’m really enjoying.

20 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 We currently offer apprenticeships at Levels 2 & 3 in: Accounts, Autocare, Bricklaying, Business Administration, Carpentry & Joinery, Community Sport & Health, Construction, Customer Service, Dental Nursing, Domestic Plumbing and Heating, Electrical , Engineering, Emergency Service Contact Handling, Food & Drink Processing, Food & Drink Technology, Gas Engineering, Hair Professional, Healthcare, Horticulture, Human Resources, Infrastructure, Metal Fabrication, Motor Vehicle Maintenance, Paralegal, Production Chef, Property Maintenance, Teaching Assistance, Team Leading & Supervising. Progression is possible onto a Level 4 or 5 in the following areas: Accounts, Assessing & Coaching, Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, Healthcare Science, Human Resources, Learning & Skills Teaching, Operational & Departmental Management.

Laura L3 Diploma in Business Administration at South Yorkshire Police I knew I wanted a career in the business sector but I knew university wasn’t for me. I felt that getting an apprenticeship would provide me with more opportunities and that work-based learning would work better for me. I enjoy working with people and continuously meeting new faces, as well as the sense of achievement when hard work has paid off and a good working contract is in place with happy customers. After my apprenticeship I was offered a permanent role as a Category Officer; this offers me the chance to complete a degree with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply. There are also chances for me to progress in the organisation.

How to apply If you’re aged 16 or 17 you can apply online through our website at wakefield.ac.uk/study-with-us/how-to-apply If you’re aged 18+, complete an application form, available from the Course Information Team on 01924 789111. Or send your CV in to [email protected]

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Sophie Level 3 business administration apprenticeship at Recruit Build “I chose to do an apprenticeship because I felt I could gain valuable work experience whilst studying and gaining a qualification. On a day-to-day basis I deal with finance and personnel records in recruitment. I enjoy that there are a variety of tasks to undertake and I particularly enjoy organising events. After my apprenticeship, I would Antony like to go into HR and have opted to choose related Level 2 Extended Certificate for subjects within my course.” Music Practitioners “I’m studying Level 2 Music at Wakefield College and I intend to continue onto Level 3. My course has Wioletta allowed me to gain the confidence I A Levels in English Language & Literature, need as a performer, by taking part History and Psychology in live performances and working in From: Cathedral Academy groups on projects. I have gained and “I feel pure relief due to passing my exams developed my skills thanks to all the and being able to study at university what wonderful staff on the course.” I have aimed to study for the past four years. I remember getting to know my teachers and growing to enjoy being taught by them. I am planning to study Psychology at university and work part-time in order to become more independent and gain more experience.”

Hailey Ethan Level 3 Hairdressing Level 2 Motorcycle “I enjoy making people look Maintenance nice, changing their hair, giving “We’ve been learning them different colours and everything about different types of cuts and just motorcycles including making them feel really good. fixing them, maintaining We learn different techniques of them and learning cutting, different colouring and changing about all the different a person’s overall look. aspects of performance including racing and In the future I’m wanting to work in a salon everyday riding.” and promote myself and learn to manage other people.”

22 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 What do you think? Eddie Sport Level 3 Football Development Programme “I feel as if the course has really helped me develop and allowed me to find a better player in myself and I have grown confident in my ability. The teaching staff have helped me out a lot during my time here. They are always supportive and often sacrifice their own time to lend a hand. After I’ve left College I hope to go into some jobs within sport whilst also playing semi-professionally on the side for Hall Green United.” Daniel Level 2 Fitting Principles “Porsche is one of the best car manufacturers out there. I have really enjoyed my placement with them and especially fixing the cool cars.” Ellie Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business

“I have really enjoyed my studies at Ellie Wakefield College and I am glad I came A Levels in Law, Psychology here instead of carrying on to do and Sociology another year at sixth form. I have From: Bruntcliffe Academy achieved the grades I needed in “I had a really positive order to do what I want next year which is either a law course at experience at Wakefield Leeds Beckett or a degree College, and I did a lot apprenticeship. better in my exams than I expected to. Many thanks to my tutors for helping me achieve I’m going to go to my grades .” the University of Huddersfield to study mental health nursing.”

Azrah Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business “The College has helped Emily me progress and ensure I Travel & am able to achieve the grades Tourism I need in order to move on to “Wakefield the next step. College has given The staff are amazing, supportive me so many different and always willing to help me opportunities, some of succeed and exceed expectations. which have been once With their support I am now able to go in a lifetime. For example, further to study finance and accounting at the University of Huddersfield. I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity to work My goal is to graduate as an accountant and abroad in Italy, where I gained take my degree further by becoming a certified many new skills and valuable work chartered accountant.” experience which will help me with my future.”

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Higher Education Study for your degree at University Centre at Wakefield College!

Did you know that we are the only provider of higher education qualifications in the Wakefield district.

Why study at the university centre? We offer a wide range of courses in areas including: • Degrees validated by University of Hull and Leeds Beckett Animal Care • Teaching Excellence Framework – Silver Award Business & Management • Consistently high satisfaction ranking in the National Criminology Student Survey Computer Science • Lower fees than most universities Civil Engineering & Construction Services • Smaller class sizes Creative Digital Media – Film and Television • Full and part-time study options Engineering - Mechanical and Electrical • Bursaries and scholarships available Health & Wellbeing • Fit studies around your existing commitments Indie Games Music Technology Performing Arts & Music Scan QR code Public Services for more information on Higher Education Science Sport Science Travel & Tourism As the courses we offer each academic year vary, please check our website or get in touch for the most up-to-date information. Rethinking 97% 95% OF LEARNERS WERE OF LEARNERS FIND University SATISFIED WITH STAFF ARE FRIENDLY THEIR COURSE AND HELPFUL (HE STUDENT (HE STUDENT Education SURVEY 2018-19) SURVEY 2018-19)

24 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Getting to College is easy!

Wakefield is well-connected and getting here is Sign up now so you don’t miss out 01924 789111 easy, whether you’re from the city itself or the *Please note that the service is based on the level of surrounding areas. demand which is assessed annually. Fees are payable Leeds, Pontefract and Barnsley have great transport links termly in advance. to Wakefield with a choice of train or bus. Look at our map below. 16-18 PhotoCard If you’re a full-time student, you can get half-fare travel X32 bus service in West Yorkshire. Available from major bus stations or Wakefield Bus Station – Castleford Campus in less than online at wymetro.com 30 minutes! Feeling lost? Arriva’s direct service running Monday – Saturday makes it even easier to travel between campuses. There’s detailed directions to all of our campuses on our website: www.wakefield.ac.uk/get-in-touch Live in WF9? Get on board! We provide a private bus route from the WF9 area to Castleford Campus for around £3 a week!* LEEDS

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Animal Care

Future Careers Veterinary Nurse Earning potential: £18K-£26K Countryside Ranger Earning potential: £16K-£30K Zoo Keeper Earning potential: £12K-£25K Source: National Careers Service

26 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Animal Care Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Practical experience of handling, feeding, Campus accommodating, and caring for a range of animals • Learning skills to work in the animal care industry including teamwork, completion of tasks using the correct equipment, and intuition when working with animals

Animal Care Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 City year maths or equivalent • Practical animal health Campus OR • Introduction to animal biology and health • Animal care work placement Level 1 Diploma in Land-based • Animal welfare Studies - Animal Care, plus Level 1 • Animal behaviour assessment and safe handling English and maths • Feeding, accommodating and moving animals

Animal Management Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths and a 3 in the other • Animal biology Campus OR • Animal welfare and ethics • Practical animal husbandry 5 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Animal behaviour English or maths, and a 3 or Level 1 in • Animal health and diseases the other • Work experience in the animal sector OR • Zoological animal health and husbandry Level 2 Technical Certificate in • Animal breeding and genetics Animal Care at Merit grade and Level • Investigative research project 2 in English and maths • Advanced animal nutrition • Human and animal interaction • Principles of animal nursing • Wildlife ecology and conservation management Either • Practical skills in animal science • Animal metabolism Or • Farm livestock husbandry • Exotic animal husbandry

Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement

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Art, Media & Design

Future Careers Graphic Designer Earning potential: £16K-£50K Games Developer Earning potential: £19K-£70K Film/TV Production Assistant Earning potential: £15K-£30K Source: National Careers Service

28 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Art & Design UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Drawing and mark making Campus • Printmaking • Surface pattern • 3-D exploration • Time-based media • Communication

Creative Media, Film & TV Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Film and television Campus • Animation • Photography • Audio production • Games design • Graphic design

Art & Design UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-3 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 City year maths • Creative mark making and mixed media Campus exploration OR • Printmaking Level 1 Art and Design • Observational drawing • Introduction to colour theory and painting • 3-Dimensional design • Time-based media • Photography and Photoshop

Creative Media, Film & TV UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-3 including Topics studied can include: 2 City year English or maths • Film/TV production skills Campus OR • Photography skills • Audio production and sound design Level 1 Creative Media, Film & TV • Post-production techniques using industry standard software such as Adobe creative cloud • Design and create interactive media products • Develop reflective and evaluative practice

Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement

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Art & Design Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths • Drawing from observation Campus OR • Creative illustration • Printmaking 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Advanced colour theory and painting English or maths • 3-Dimensional design OR • Ceramics • Time-based media Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE • Photography English or maths at grade 4 or Level • Surface pattern and textiles 2 English or maths • Personal and professional development A portfolio of work

Creative Media, Film & TV UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths • Introduction to media processes and technical skills Campus OR • Design and research skills • Scriptwriting, storyboarding and pre-production 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either planning English or maths • Audio-visual skills (camerawork, editing, OR sound design) • Professional development Successful completion of Level 2 or • Film theory and wider media analysis equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE English or maths at grade 4 or Level 2 English or maths

Fashion Textiles Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths • Primary and secondary research Campus OR • Basic garment construction • Draping and constructing on the stand 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Printed textiles English or maths • Hand and machine embroidery OR • Surface pattern • Exploratory samples Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE • Time-based media English or maths at grade 4 or Level • Drawing and design work 2 English or maths A portfolio of work

Graphic Design Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths • Digital imaging Campus OR • Computers in art and design • Design for advertising 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Packaging design English or maths • Illustration OR • Typographic and layout design Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE English or maths at grade 4 or Level 2 English or maths A portfolio of work

30 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study

Creative Photography Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths • The creative process Campus OR • Professional equipment • Analogue photography 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Post-production skills English or maths • Art and design skills OR • Contextual awareness • Professional practice Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE • Visual language and communication English or maths at grade 4 or Level 2 English or maths

Foundation Diploma in Art and Design UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied can include: 3 City year maths • Learning skills and content Campus AND • Development and progression • Project proposal and realisation An A Level or Level 3 qualification, preferably in a relevant creative subject A portfolio of work

Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement

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Automotive

Future Careers Motor Mechanic Earning potential: £18K-£35K Our exciting partnership Paint Sprayer with Yamaha means our Earning potential: £18K-£30K students get access to fantastic resources and the latest range of Motorsport Engineer bikes to learn with. Earning potential: £18K-£60K Source: National Careers Service

32 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Motor Vehicle Studies City & Guilds E3 Castleford One GCSEs 2-1 or below in English and Topics studied can include: Campus year maths • Motor vehicle maintenance • Engine operations principles • Brakes • Suspension • Wheels and tyres

Light Vehicle Service & Repair ABC

Castleford One 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 Campus year • Health and safety • Engine liquid cooling and engine lubrication systems • Steering and suspension • Braking systems • Vehicle inspection • Wheel and tyres • Vehicle valeting • Battery and lighting systems

Motorcycle Studies ABC

Castleford One 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 Campus year • Remove and replace engine units and components • Remove and replace auxiliary electrical units and components • Remove and replace motorcycle body panels

Motor Vehicle Body Repair/Refinishing ABC

Castleford One 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 Campus year • Health and safety • Engineering • Vehicle inspection • Body repair • Paint refinishing • Valeting • Customer service • Steering and suspension • Battery and lighting • Motorcycle maintenance

Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 33 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study HGV Heavy Vehicle City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Health and safety OR • Engineering skills • Maintain positive working relationships Level 1 in an automotive qualification • Workplace housekeeping plus English and maths at grade 9-3 • Heavy vehicle chassis systems • Heavy vehicle engine systems • Knowledge and skills of inspection techniques

Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Engine units and components OR • Auxiliary electrical units and components • Chassis units and components Level 2 Certificate in an automotive • Inspection of vehicles qualification and working towards English and maths GCSE grade 4 or above

Motorcycle Maintenance & Repair ABC

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Remove and replace engine units and components OR • Remove and replace auxiliary electrical units and components Level 1 or equivalent motorcycle • Remove and replace motorcycle body panels qualification with English and maths at a minimum of Entry 3

34 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Motorcycle Maintenance & Repair City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Health and safety OR • Fabrication skills • Motorcycle workshop environment studies Level 2 Certificate or equivalent • Remove and refit motorcycle components within Automotive studies and • Motorcycle maintenance working towards GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths • Internal engine systems • Electrical units and components

Motor Vehicle Studies ABC

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Hybrid vehicle operation OR • Hydraulic and electrical power steering • Faults and diagnosis and identifying causes of wear Level 1 in an automotive qualification • Electrical components and formula plus English and maths grade 9-3

Vehicle Fitting Principles (Fast Fit) City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • High-performance light vehicle tyres OR • Light vehicle exhaust systems and components • Light vehicle suspension dampers and springs Level 2 Certificate in an automotive • Light vehicle braking systems and components qualification and working towards English and maths GCSE grade 4 or above

Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement

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Business

Future Careers Business Manager Earning potential: £25K-£60K Business Analyst Earning potential: £30K-£70K Marketing Manager Earning potential: £25K-£55K Source: National Careers Service

36 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Business Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year Four core units: Campus • Being organised • Developing a personal progression plan • Working with others • Researching a topic Six optional units covering topics such as: • Finding out about businesses in your area • Organising a meeting • Branding a product • Presenting a business idea • Contributing to running an event • Communicating with customers

Business Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: 2 City year maths Two core units: Campus OR • Enterprise in the business world • Finance for business 4 GCSEs 9-3 and Level 2 in either Plus, one mandatory unit and eight optional units English or maths covering topics such as: OR • Principles of marketing • Promoting a brand Level 1 Business with Level 1 in either • Principles of customer service English or maths • Recruitment and selection • Business online • Providing business support

Business Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths Four core units: Campus OR • Exploring businesses • Developing a marketing campaign 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Managing a business event English or maths • Personal and business finance OR Plus, other units such as: • International business Level 2 Business with Level 2 in either English or maths • Principles of management • Business decision making • Recruitment and selection • Work experience in business • Employment law

Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement

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Childcare, Early Years & Childhood Future Careers Nursery Worker Studies Earning potential: £14K-£24K Nursery Manager: Earning potential: £23K-£45K Early Years Teacher: Earning potential: £18K-£30K Source: National Careers Service

38 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Childcare, Early Years Education CACHE E3 Wakefield One 3 GCSE 2-1 or below in Topics studied can include: City year English and maths • Sharing learning experiences with children Campus • Health and safety with young children • Understanding learning and development through Castleford play Campus • Growth and development of young children • Safeguarding children and young people • Activities for young children

Childcare, Early Years Education CACHE

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Sharing learning experiences with children Campus • Health and safety with young children • Understanding learning and development Castleford through play Campus • Growth and development of young children • Safeguarding children and young people • Activities for young children

Childcare, Early Years Education CACHE 2 Wakefield One 4 GCSEs 9-3 Topics studied can include: City year • Supporting children’s play OR Campus • Healthy lifestyles for children Successful completion of relevant • Understanding legislation Level 1 at Merit grade plus English • The role of an early years practitioner and maths grade 9-3 • Observation, assessment and planning • Young children’s development • Sharing learning experiences with children

Childcare, Early Years Education CACHE 3 Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied can include: City years maths • Children’s health and wellbeing Campus OR • Development (conception to age 7 years) • Working professionally with young children Successful completion of relevant • Supporting children with additional needs Level 2 at Merit grade plus English • Emergent maths and emergent literacy and maths at grade 9-4 • International perspectives

Supporting Teaching and Learning CACHE 3 Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including either English Topics studied can include: City years or maths • Communication and professional relationships Campus OR • Schools as organisations • Supporting learning activities Successful completion of relevant • Promoting positive behaviour Level 2 at Merit grade plus English or • Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion maths at 9-4 • Health and safety • Understanding development • Safeguarding

Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement

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Computing

Future Careers IT Support Technician Earning potential: £16K-£35K App Developer Earning potential: £21K-£55K Software Developer Earning potential: £20K-£70K Source: National Careers Service

40 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Computing & IT Pearson BTEC E3 Wakefield One GCSEs 3-1 including English and Topics studied can include: City year maths • Using the Internet Campus • Using mobile devices • Team working • Using a computer in business • Planning and participating in an event/visit • Creating digital images • Researching a tourist destination

Computing & IT Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 including English and Topics studied can include: 1 City year maths • Being organised Campus OR • Developing a personal progression plan • Working with others Relevant Entry Level 3 at Merit grade • Researching a topic plus English and maths at a minimum • Developing digital information using IT of Entry Level 3 • Creating a spreadsheet to solve problems • Creating a website • Creating a computer program • Developing a digital product • Creating a digital animated graphic

Computing & IT Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 4 or 5 GCSEs at 9-3, including Topics studied can include: 2 City year English and maths • The online world Campus OR • Technology systems • Digital portfolio Relevant Level 1 qualification at Merit • Software development grade plus English and Maths at a • Spreadsheet development minimum of Level 1 • Database development • Website development • Installing and maintaining computer hardware

Computing & IT Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years Maths • IT systems Campus OR • Creating systems to manage information • Using social media in business Relevant Level 2 at Merit grade, plus • Programming English and maths at a minimum of • Website development Level 2 • Data modelling • IT project management • Mobile apps development • IT technical support and management • Cyber security and management • IT service delivery

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Construction & Civil Engineering

Future Careers Construction Labourer Earning potential: £15K-£29K Plumber Earning potential: £15K-£40K Electrician Earning potential: £18K-£42K Source: National Careers Service

42 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Construction Multi Skills City & Guilds E3 Castleford One All learners will be required to Topics studied can include: Campus year complete a BKSB assessment. • Principles of construction • How to work safely in a construction environment Lightwaves Entry 3 certificate requires learners to be working at E2 in this • How to carry out basic wiring tasks assessment. This programme aims • How to carry out basic plumbing tasks to support transition into the College • How to carry out basic trowel skills environment • How to carry out basic carpentry skills

Bricklaying City & Guilds

Castleford One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 Campus year • Principles of construction • How to work safely in a construction environment • How to set out building work • How to build block walls • How to build brick walls • How to build cavity walls

Carpentry & Joinery (Architectural Joinery) City & Guilds 1 Castleford One 3 GCSEs 9-2 to include English and Topics studied can include: Campus year maths • Principles of construction • How to work safely in a construction environment • How to produce drawings and cutting lists • How to mark out and cut traditional joints • How to manufacture/fit windows and doors • How to manufacture staircases • How to set up and use a range of hand and power tools

Carpentry & Joinery (Site) City & Guilds 1 Castleford One 3 GCSEs 9-2 Topics studied can include: Campus year • Principles of construction • How to work safely in a construction environment Lightwaves • How to produce drawings and cutting lists • How to mark out and cut traditional joints • How to manufacture/fit windows and doors • How to manufacture staircases • How to set up and use a range of hand and power tools

Construction Multi Skills City & Guilds 1 Castleford One All learners will be required to Topics studied can include: Campus year complete a BKSB assessment • Principles of construction Level 1 certificate requires learners to • How to work safely in a construction environment Lightwaves be working at E3 in this assessment, • How to carry out basic wiring tasks and to be ready to learn in the • How to carry out basic plumbing tasks College environment • How to carry out basic trowel skills • How to carry out basic carpentry skills

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Castleford One 3 GCSEs 9-2 Topics studied can include: 1 Campus year • Electrical principles • Environmental impact of electrical installations • How to work safely in a construction environment • How to install cables and equipment • How to test and commission electrical installations

Plumbing Craft City & Guilds

Castleford One 3 GCSEs 9-2 Topics studied can include: 1 Campus year • Plumbing science • Environmental impact of plumbing installations • How to work safely in a construction environment • How to carry out cold water installations • How to carry out hot water installations • How to carry out drainage installations

Bricklaying City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-4 Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year • Principles of construction OR • How to work safely in a construction environment GCSE English and maths grade 9-3 • How to set out building work with Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying • How to build block walls • How to build brick walls • How to build cavity walls

Carpentry & Joinery (Architectural Joinery) City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-4 to include English and Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Principles of construction OR • How to work safely in a construction environment • How to produce drawings and cutting lists GCSE English and maths grade 9-3 • How to mark out and cut traditional joints with Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & • How to manufacture/fit windows and doors Joinery • How to manufacture staircases • How to set up and use a range of hand and power tools

Carpentry & Joinery (Site) City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-4 Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year • Principles of construction OR • How to work safely in a construction environment Lightwaves GCSE English and maths Grades 9-3 • How to produce drawings and cutting lists and the Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry • How to mark out and cut traditional joints & Joinery • How to manufacture/fit windows and doors • How to manufacture staircases • How to set up and use a range of hand and power tools

44 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Electrical Installation City & Guilds

Castleford One 4 GCSEs 9-4 including GCSEs Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year English and maths • Electrical principles OR • Environmental impact of electrical installations • How to work safely in a construction environment Level 1 Electrical Installation plus • How to install cables and equipment GCSEs English and maths 9-4 • How to test and commission electrical installations • How to design electrical installations

Maintenance Operations City & Guilds

Castleford One All learners will be required to Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year complete a BKSB assessment • Practical skills in bricklaying You will need to be working at • Practical skills in carpentry Level 1 in this assessment and it is • Practical skills in plastering recommended that you have GCSE • Practical skills in painting grade 3 (minimum) in English and Moving on to develop: maths • Practical skills in paving • Practical skills in plumbing

Plumbing Craft City & Guilds

Castleford One 4 GCSEs 9-4 including GCSEs Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year English and maths • Plumbing science OR • Environmental impact of plumbing installations • How to work safely in a construction environment Level 1 Plumbing Craft plus GCSEs • How to carry out cold water installations English and maths 9-4 • How to carry out hot water installations • How to carry out drainage installations

Bricklaying City & Guilds

Castleford One GCSE English and maths grade 9-4 Topics studied can include: 3 Campus year with Level 2 Technical Certificate in • Principles of construction Bricklaying • How to work safely in a construction environment • How to set out building work • How to build block walls • How to build brick walls • How to build cavity walls

Carpentry & Joinery (Architectural Joinery) City & Guilds 3 Castleford One GCSE English and maths grade 9-4 Topics studied can include: Campus year with the Level 2 Technical Certificate • Principles of construction in Architectural Joinery • How to work safely in a construction environment • How to produce drawings and cutting lists • How to mark out and cut traditional joints • How to manufacture/fit windows and doors • How to manufacture staircases • How to set up and use a range of hand and power tools

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Castleford One GCSE English and maths grades 9-4 Topics studied can include: 3 Campus year and the Level 2 Technical Certificate • Principles of construction in Site Carpentry • How to work safely in a construction environment Lightwaves • How to produce drawings and cutting lists • How to mark out and cut traditional joints • How to manufacture/fit windows and doors • How to manufacture staircases • How to set up and use a range of hand and power tools

Civil Engineering Pearson BTEC

Castleford Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics studied can include: 3 Campus years and science and a GCSE 9-6 in • Design mathematics • Construction methods Lightwaves Where you do not meet the entry • Surveying and quantity surveying requirements but have achieved In year 1 you can expect to study: GCSE grades 9-3 in English and • Construction principles maths there is the opportunity to • Construction design study the Extended Certificate in • Health and safety in construction the first year to support the retake of these GCSEs • Construction technology • Graphical detailing (including an introduction to CAD and BIM) • Building regulations • Building surveying The course also addresses the mathematical requirements for progression to higher education and with this in year 2 you will study: • Further mathematics • Surveying construction • Site engineering in construction

Construction Architecture Pearson BTEC

Castleford Two 4 GCSEs 9-4, including English, You will study theoretical aspects of the subject and 3 Campus years maths and science apply them to practical tasks. Compulsory topics for all pathways include: Where you do not meet the entry • Construction principles requirements but have achieved • Construction design GCSE grades 9-3 in English and maths there is the opportunity to • Health and safety in construction study the Extended Certificate in • Construction technology the first year to support the retake of • Graphical detailing (including an introduction to these GCSEs CAD and BIM) • Building regulations • Building surveying For the ‘Architectural’ pathway you will also take the following units in year 2: • Project in construction • Building information modelling (BIM) • Quality control management • Conversion, adaptation and maintenance

46 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Construction Management Person BTEC

Castleford Two 4 GCSEs 9-4, including English, Topics studied can include: 3 Campus years maths and science • Construction principles Where you do not meet the entry • Construction design Wakefield • Health and safety in construction City requirements but have achieved Campus GCSE grades 9-3 in English and • Construction technology maths there is the opportunity to • Graphical detailing (including an introduction to study the Extended Certificate in CAD and BIM) the first year to support the retake of • Building regulations these GCSEs • Building surveying For the ‘Construction Management’ pathway you will also take the following units in year 2: • Management in construction • Quality control management in construction • Project in construction

Construction Quantity Surveying Pearson BTEC

Castleford Two 4 GCSEs 9-4, including English, Topics studied can include: 3 Campus years maths, and science • Construction principles Where you do not meet the entry • Construction design Wakefield • Health and safety in construction City requirements but have achieved Campus GCSE grades 9-3 in English and • Construction technology maths there is the opportunity to • Graphical detailing including an introduction to CAD study the Extended Certificate in and BIM) the first year to support the retake of • Building regulations these GCSEs • Building surveying For the ‘Quantity Surveying’ pathway you will take the following units in year 2 of study: • Tendering and estimating • Measurement techniques • Management in construction

Electrical Installation City & Guilds

Castleford One 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 Campus year maths • Electrical principles OR • Environmental impact of electrical installations • How to work safely in a construction environment 4 GCSEs 9-4 including GCSE English • How to install cables and equipment and maths • How to test and commission electrical installations AND • How to design electrical installations Level 2 Electrical Installation

Plumbing Craft City & Guilds

Castleford One 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 Campus year maths • Plumbing science OR • Environmental impact of plumbing installations • How to work safely in a construction environment 4 GCSEs 9-4 including GCSE English • How to carry out cold water installations and maths • How to carry out hot water installations AND • How to carry out drainage installations Level 2 Plumbing

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Digital Industries

Future Careers Games Developer Earning potential: £19K-£70K Games Tester Earning potential: £15K-£40K Web/App Developer Earning potential: £21K-£55K Source: National Careers Service

48 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Games Development UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Project studied: 1 City year • You will develop assets through different projects to Campus explore game creation processes and techniques

Games Development UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Project studied: 2 City year maths • You will study a variety of units that are taught as Campus projects. Each project will involve making your own OR game using industry standard software such as the A relevant Level 1 qualification at Unity engine Merit grade, plus Entry 3 English and maths

Games Development UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Project studied: 3 City years maths • You will create a series of games within each Campus project, learning specific game development skills OR and processes 4 GCSEs 9-4 plus Level 2 in either English or maths, and grade 3 or Level 1 in the other OR A relevant Level 2 qualification at Merit grade, plus GCSE English or maths at grade 4, plus Level 1 or Level 2 English or maths

Extended Diploma in Web Development UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied may include: 3 City years maths • Project management Campus OR • Interpersonal skills 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Time management English or maths, and grade 3 or Level • Presentation techniques 1 in the other • Research skills OR • Reflective practices • You will take what you learnt in year one to extend Level 2 Diploma or equivalent at Merit your skills to back-end development learning PHP, grade, plus GCSE English or maths at CMS and eCommerce to create fully dynamic grade 4, plus Level 1 or Level 2 English websites or maths And a portfolio of work

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Engineering

Future Careers Civil Engineer Earning potential: £22K-£55K Engineering Technician Earning potential: £18K-£35K Manufacturing Systems Engineer Earning potential: £22K-£40K Source: National Careers Service

50 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Performing Engineering Operations EAL

Castleford One 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 Campus year • Working safely in an engineering environment • Working efficiently and effectively in engineering • Health and safety Plus, optional engineering units

Engineering Technology EAL/EMTA

Castleford One 5 GCSEs grade 9-3 including English Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year and maths • Engineering environment awareness • Engineering techniques • Engineering principles • Health and safety Plus, optional engineering units

Performing Engineering Operations EAL

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Fitting OR • Machining using lathes and milling machines • Welding Level 1 Performing Engineering • Gas cutting and thick plate fabrication Operations plus GCSE grade 3 in • Health and safety English and maths

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) General Pearson BTEC

Castleford One 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied can include: 3 Campus year two sciences at a 4, and maths at a 5 • Health and safety • Communications • Mathematics • Engineering materials • Mechanical principles • Hydraulics & pneumatics • Engineering drawing

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) Mechanical Pearson BTEC

Castleford Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied can include: 3 Campus years two sciences at GCSE grade 4, and • Engineering project (double unit) maths at grade 5 • Further engineering maths • Application of mechanical systems OR • CAD Level 3 Certificate in Advanced • Further mechanical principles Engineering (1 year) • Primary forming calculus • Health and safety

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) Electrical Electronic Pearson BTEC

Castleford Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied can include: 3 Campus years two sciences at GCSE grade 4, and • Engineering project (double unit) maths at grade 5 • Further engineering maths OR • PLC • Electrical technology Level 3 Certificate in Advanced • Three phase motors and drives Engineering (1 year) • Further electrical principles • Business operations

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ESOL

Zane Kaulina When I first came to Wakefield College I was both scared and worried as it was going to be my first experience going to school in a different country. Weeks went by, and I felt very welcomed. Choosing to start the ESOL course is one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only did I learn a new language, I also met lots of amazing people and learned a lot about their countries. Teachers here are not only tutors, they are friends who are always there to care and help you out. I recommend Wakefield College to everyone as a great place to learn and make new friends.

52 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study The ESOL Bridging Programme (English for Speakers of Other Languages) City & Guilds

Wakefield One No formal entry qualifications Topics studied can include: E1 City year • Holidays and travel E2 Campus • Education E3 • Hobbies and free time 1 • English grammar • Vocabulary building • Conversations • Pronunciation • Reading and writing

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Foundation Learning

Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study FLEX Pathways to Independence or Employment

Wakefield Flexible No formal entry qualifications Topics studied can include: E1 City • Personal relationships in adulthood E2 Campus • Safeguarding self in adulthood E3 • Rights and responsibilities • Advanced travel skills • High levels of independent living skills • High levels of social and personal skills • Skills for employment or supported employment • Work placement tasters (where relevant to skills and aspirations) • Communication/literacy • Numeracy

FLEX VOTE City & Guilds

Wakefield Flexible No formal entry qualifications Topics studied can include: E2 City • Personal and social skills E3 Campus • Employability skills • Maths and numeracy Castleford Campus • English and literacy • Vocational options • ICT (E3 level)

54 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 The Prince’s Trust

Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study The Prince’s Trust Award and Certificate in Employment, Teamwork and Community Skills The Prince’s Trust

Wakefield 12 No formal entry qualifications Topics studied can include: L1 City weeks • Allow learners to learn, develop and practise the L2 Campus skills required for employment • Prepare learners for further education programmes, apprenticeships and other work- based learning • Provide valuable work experience • Provide learners with opportunities to develop their English and mathematics skills

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Hair & Beauty

Future Careers Hairdresser/Barber Earning potential: £13K-£38K Beauty Therapist Earning potential: £15K-£20K Theatrical Make-up Artist Earning potential: £13K-£38K Source: National Careers Service

56 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Diploma in An Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector City & Guilds

Castleford One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 Campus year • Personal presentation • Health and safety • Manicures • Facials • Make-up • Styling and dressing women’s hair

Diploma in Beauty Therapy City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year • Client care and communication in beauty related OR industries Level 1 Hair & Beauty plus GCSE • Promote products and services in a salon English and maths at grade 3 • Working in beauty related industries • Remove hair using waxing techniques • Provide facial skin care • Provide pedicure treatments

Technical Certificate in Beauty Therapy City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Anatomy and physiology OR • Principles of practice for beauty therapists • Facial and skin analysis treatments Relevant Level 2 Diploma plus GCSE • Introduction to the spa industry English and maths at grade 4 • Manicure and pedicure services

Diploma in Women’s & Men’s Hairdressing City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year • Advise and consult with clients OR • Shampoo and condition hair and scalp Level 1 Hair & Beauty plus GCSE • Blow-dry and style the hair English and maths at grade 3 • Cutting • Colour and lighten hair • Style hair with electrical equipment

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wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 57 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Technical Certificate in Cutting & Styling City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Principles and practices of hairdressing and barbering services OR • Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp Relevant Level 2 Diploma plus GCSE • Cut hair using basic techniques English and maths at grade 4 • Style, set and dress hair • Plait and twist hair

Technical Certificate in Hair Colouring Services City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Principles and practices of hairdressing and barbering services OR • Colour and lighten Relevant Level 2 Diploma plus GCSE • Styling and finishing services English and maths at grade 4 • Perm and neutralise hair

Technical Certificate in Media Make up City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 Campus year maths • Principles of working in the make-up industry OR • Anatomy and physiology for make-up artists • Principles of researching, developing and Relevant Level 2 Diploma plus GCSE showcasing designs English and maths at grade 4 • The art of applying make-up • Hair artistry • Creative make-up artistry

Diploma in Beauty Therapy Techniques City & Guilds

Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 Campus year maths • Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon OR • Client care and communication in beauty-related Relevant Level 2 Diploma plus GCSE industries English and maths at grade 4 • Provide body massage • Provide facial electrotherapy treatments • Provide body electrotherapy treatments • Provide micro-dermabrasion

58 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Diploma in Hairdressing City & Guilds

Castleford One 4 GCSEs 9-4, including English Topics studied can include: 3 Campus year and maths OR 'Level 2 Technical • Consultation support for colleagues on hair Certificate, plus a successful services interview is essential • Style and dress hair using a variety of techniques • Cut women’s hair to create a variety of looks • Colour hair to create a variety of looks • Bridal hair

Advanced Diploma in Media Make-up Artistry City & Guilds

Castleford One Level 2 Make-up qualification plus Topics studied can include: 3 Campus year English and maths at grade 4 • Working in the film, TV and theatre industry • The creation and presentation of a look book and an industry portfolio • Fashion and photographic make-up • Media make-up creative hair designs • Create historical hair and make-up looks • Apply body art • Camouflage make-up • Specialist bridal hair and make-up

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Health, Social Care & Wellbeing Future Careers Residential Support Worker Earning potential: £17K-£27K Mental Health Nursing Earning potential: £24K - £44K Midwifery Earning potential: £24K to £44K Source: National Careers Service

60 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Health & Social Care CACHE

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Caring for children Campus • Life stages from birth to end of life • Healthy living Castleford Campus • Activity planning

Health & Social Care CACHE

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 City year • Equality, diversity and rights OR Campus • Human growth and development Relevant Level 1 at Merit grade plus • Safeguarding and protection Castleford English and maths 9-3 Campus • Communication in health and social care • Working in health and social care

Health & Social Care CACHE

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4, including English and Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths. • Reflective practice Campus OR • Empowerment in health and social care • Anatomy and physiology Castleford Relevant Level 2 at Merit grade plus • Research skills for health Campus English and maths 9-4 • Infection prevention and control • Psychological perspectives • Personal and professional development

Health and Social Care (Technical Certificate) CACHE

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4, including English, maths Topics studied can include: 3 City years and science • Reflective practice Campus OR • Empowerment in health and social care • Anatomy and physiology (exam) Level 2 plus English, maths and • Research skills for health science grades 9-4 • Infection prevention and control • Psychological perspectives • Personal and professional development

Youth Work Practice ABC

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs at 9-4 Topics studied can include: 2 City year • Engaging and communicating with young people Campus Students with a Level 1 qualification in a related subject (i.e. Health • Young people’s development & Social Care) would also be • Work-based practice in youth work considered for this course • Working with challenging behaviour • Understanding detached and outreach youth work

Youth Work Practice (Diploma) ABC

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs at 9-4 Topics studied can include: 3 City year • Engaging and communicating with young people AND Campus • Group work in a youth work setting Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work • Reflective practice in a youth work setting Practice. • Anti-discriminatory practice • Detached knowledge and understanding • Supporting young people in relation to sexual health, mental health problems and young people who misuse substances

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Horticulture

Future Careers Horticultural Worker Earning potential: £13K-£30K Gardener Earning potential: £16K-£25K Groundsperson Earning potential: £17K-£48K Source: National Careers Service

62 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Practical Horticulture Skills City & Guilds

Thornes One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 Park year • How to prepare soil and mulching Nursery • Planting • Designing gardens • Effective watering • Soil pH and structure • Planting hanging baskets and containers • Creating displays from bulbs • Caring for planted areas • Making new plants from seeds and cuttings • Growing fruit and vegetables • Supporting plants effectively • Painting and preserving wooden structures • Potting up and growing on plants • Identify plants and weeds • Cutting grass safely

Practical Horticulture Skills City & Guilds

Thornes One 5 GCSEs 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 Park year • How to prepare new ground for planting OR Nursery • Improving soil structure and quality Level 1 Horticulture qualification with • Planting container-grown and bare-root plants and Level 1 English or maths trees • How to care for a planted area or border • Create containers for seasonal display • Grow fruit and vegetables • Propagate plants by seed indoors and directly outside • Know how to make new plants by different types of cuttings • Propagate new plants by grafting • Create and work independently on your own garden projects • Design a garden and produce a plan • Use garden power tools safely

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Hospitality & Catering

Future Careers Catering Manager Earning potential: £19K-£40K Chef Earning potential: £13K-£50K Waiter Earning potential: £12K-£27K Source: National Careers Service

64 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Introduction to the Hospitality Industry City & Guilds

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Introduction to the hospitality industry Campus • Customer service in the hospitality industry • Food and beverage service • Basic food preparation and cooking • Preparing and serving drinks • Introduction to kitchen equipment • Health and safety and food safety awareness in catering

General Professional Patisserie & Confectionery City & Guilds

Wakefield One 4 GCSES 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 City year • Investigate the catering and hospitality industry OR Campus • Food safety in catering Level 1 qualification in Hospitality and • Health and safety in catering and hospitality Level 1 in either English or maths for • Healthier food and special diets progressing students • Catering operations, costs and menu planning • Applying workplace skills • Produce hot and cold desserts and puddings • Produce paste products • Produce biscuit, cake and sponge products

Food Preparation & Service City & Guilds

Wakefield One 4 GCSES 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 City year • Safe working practices for the hospitality industry OR Campus • Introduction to the hospitality industry Level 1 qualification in Hospitality and • Tools and equipment used in food preparation and Level 1 in either English or Maths for service progressing students • Savoury products • Desserts, cakes, biscuits and pastry products • Beverage preparation • Food and beverage service

Professional Chefs (Kitchen & Larder) City & Guilds

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs 9-3 or Level 1 in either Topics studied can include: 3 City year English or maths • Supervision skills in the hospitality industry • Exploring gastronomy Campus AND • Food safety supervision Level 2 Technical Certificate in Food Advanced skills and techniques in producing: Preparation & Service • Meat and offal dishes • Poultry and game dishes • Fish and shellfish dishes • Vegetable and vegetarian dishes

Advanced Professional Cookery Patisserie & Confectionary City & Guilds

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs 9-3 or Level 1 in either Topics studied can include: 3 City year English or maths • Supervisory skills in the hospitality industry Campus AND • Exploring gastronomy Advanced skills and techniques in producing: Level 2 Technical Certificate in Food • Dough and batter products Preparation & Service • Petit fours, paste products • Hot, cold and frozen desserts • Biscuits cakes and sponges

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Music

Future Careers Live Sound Engineer Earning potential: £25K-£40K Studio Sound Engineer Earning potential: £15K-£40K Music Teacher Earning potential: £15K-£42K Source: National Careers Service

66 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Music, Performing & Production Arts UAL (University of Arts London)

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Acting and dance skills AND Campus • Music performance skills Satisfactory interview/audition • Preparing performing arts work • Presenting performing arts work

Music Practitioners Rockschool

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-3 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 City year maths • How to develop your musicianship skills and take Campus part in several internal and external gigs OR • How to communicate as a member of a band and Level 1 Music, Performance & develop music material Production Arts • How to make money from making music AND • The historical aspects and musical characteristics of a variety of key musical genres Satisfactory interview/audition • How to compose your own music • How to create a podcast using music technology • How to operate studio equipment, record and mix a recording • How to record live music and perform to a live recording

Music (Performance) Rockschool

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths • History of popular music and genres Campus OR • How to operate studio equipment, record and mix a recording 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • How to plan a career in the music industry English or maths • Developing and strengthening listening skills and OR widening musical taste Successful completion of Level 2 or • Develop essential skills such as academic writing, equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE working as an ensemble, communication, critical English or maths at grade 4 or Level thinking, flexibility and independent learning 2 English or maths • How to use music technology to compose for film and TV AND • Performance skills based on solo and band studies Satisfactory interview/audition • Practical theory skills to develop songwriting and lyric creation

Music Technologyy Rockschool

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics include: 3 City years maths • How to operate studio equipment, record and mix Campus OR a recording • How to sequence and produce your own music and 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either remix existing compositions English or maths • How to compose in different musical styles and OR develop songwriting techniques using chords and melodies Level 2 Music or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE 4 in English or • Develop essential skills such as academic writing, maths or Level 2 English or maths communication, critical thinking, flexibility and independent learning AND • Plan for a career in the music industry Satisfactory interview/audition • DJ skills such as beat matching and mixing • The fundamentals of engineering for live events using digital desks and current industry standard equipment

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Performing Arts

Future Careers Actor/Performer Earning potential: variable Stage Manager Earning potential: £18K-£45K Choreographer Earning potential: variable Source: National Careers Service

68 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Music, Performance & Production Arts UAL (University of Arts London)

Waterton One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 Building, year • Acting skills AND Wakefield • Dance skills City Satisfactory interview/audition • Music performance skills Campus • Preparing performing arts work • Presenting performing arts work

Acting (Performing & Production Arts) UAL (University of Arts London)

Waterton One 3 GCSEs 9-3 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 Building, year maths • Performance skills in singing, dancing and acting Wakefield OR • Develop characterisations using movement and City vocal skills Campus Level 1 Music, Performance & • Exploring different performance mediums, such as Production Arts improvisation, script work and devised work AND • Live performances Satisfactory interview/audition

Acting (Performing & Production Arts) UAL (University of Arts London)

Waterton Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 Building, years maths • Acting Wakefield OR • Directing City • Devising theatre Campus 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either English or maths • History of theatre • Singing for actors OR • Physical theatre Successful completion of Level 2 or • Production skills equivalent at Merit grade, plus 4 in • Classical theatre English or maths or Level 2 English • Contemporary theatre or maths • Audition technique AND Satisfactory interview/audition

Dance (Performing & Production Arts) UAL (University of Arts London)

Waterton Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 Building, years maths • Dance technique training in ballet, jazz, tap, Wakefield contemporary and commercial dance styles OR City • Choreography and performance Campus 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Audition preparation English or maths • Personal research projects OR • Final major projects • Investigating practitioners’ work Successful completion of Level 2 or • Working with guest artist equivalent at Merit grade, plus 4 in English or maths or Level 2 English or maths AND Satisfactory interview/audition

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wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 69 70 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Musical Theatre (Performing & Production Arts) UAL (University of Arts London)

Waterton Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 Building, years maths • Jazz technique Wakefield OR • Singing skills City • Acting styles Campus 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Audition preparation English or maths • Choreographic projects OR • Performing arts business Successful completion of Level 2 or • Devising performance material equivalent at Merit grade, plus 4 in • Historical context of performance English or maths or Level 2 English • Live performances or maths • Industry related work experience AND Satisfactory interview/audition

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Public Services

Future Careers Firefighter Earning potential: £22K-£42K Police Officer Earning potential: £20K-£60K Armed Forces Earning potential: £16K-£35K Source: National Careers Service

72 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Public & Uniformed Services NCFE

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Participate in adventurous activities Campus • Well-being and physical fitness •  Team working skills and employment opportunities for public services

Public & Uniformed Services NCFE

Wakefield One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English or Topics studied can include: 2 City year maths • Undertake adventurous activities Campus OR • Map reading and navigation • Investigate employment in the uniformed services Level 1 Public Services plus English • Physical fitness for the uniformed services or maths GCSE grade 3 or Level 1 • Develop team working and problem-solving skills equivalent

Public & Uniformed Services NCFE

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 (Subsidiary Diploma) Topics studied can include: 3 City years including English • Planning and management of major incidents Campus OR • Health and fitness for the public services • Law and the legal system, outdoor activities and 5 GCSEs 9-4 (90 Credit Diploma) expeditions including English • Leadership and teamwork OR • Understanding discipline • Citizenship and government policies Level 2 Public Services at Merit grade plus GCSE 4 or above in English or maths or Level 2, and grade 3 or Level 1 in the other

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Science

Future Careers Healthcare Sciences Assistant Earning potential: £17K-£23K Pharmacy Assistant Earning potential: £17K-£21K Lab Technician Earning potential: £15K-30K Source: National Careers Service

74 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Applied Science Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 5 GCSEs 9-3, including maths or Topics studied can include: 2 City year equivalent qualification • Principles of science (externally assessed) Campus You must achieve a grade 3 in maths • Chemistry or equivalent. Alternative maths • Energy and our universe qualifications may be considered. • Biology and our environment This will be discussed on an individual • Application of chemical substances basis prior to enrolment • Application of physical science • Health applications of life science • Scientific skills (externally assessed) You will also take a selection of optional units, including: • The living body • Biotechnology procedures and applications • Science in medicine • Exploring our universe

Applied Science Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics studied can include: 3 City years and maths, plus science at grade • Principles and applications of science I (exam) Campus 5 (combined science 5,4 or triple • Practical scientific procedures and techniques science 5,4,4) • Science investigation skills (exam) Applications with functional skills • Laboratory techniques and their applications qualifications in English will also be • Principles and applications of science II (exam) considered • Investigative project • Contemporary issues in science (exam) Plus, six specialist units, which may include some of the following: • Physiology of human body systems • Human regulation and reproduction • Genetics and genetic engineering • Diseases and infections • Applications of inorganic chemistry • Applications of organic chemistry • Microbiology and microbiological techniques • Industrial chemical reactions • Practical chemical analysis • Biomedical science • Medical physics applications The optional units are subject to change.

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Sport

Future Careers Sports Professional Earning potential: variable Sports Coach Earning potential: £14K-£35K Gym/Leisure Centre Manager Earning potential: £18K-£25K Source: National Careers Service

76 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Sport Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Wellbeing and physical fitness Campus • Personal effectiveness • Employment opportunities for sport and leisure Lightwaves • Practical sport • Sports coaching • Healthy body

Sport NCFE/Pearson BTEC

Wakefield One 4 GCSEs grade 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 City year OR • Participating in sport Campus • Anatomy and physiology for exercise Level 1 Sport with relevant English • Introduction to healthy exercise and nutrition Lightwaves and maths • Plan, deliver and evaluate • Sports coaching • Developing sporting skills and tactical awareness • Work experience

Sport Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two Extended Diploma Topics studied can include: 3 City years • Personal training skills development Campus 5 GCSE 9-4 including English and maths • Self-employment in sport and physical activity • Fitness testing and skills development Lightwaves Diploma • Business and technology in personal training 4 GCSE 9-4 including English • Nutrition for physical performance • Developing coaching skills OR • Applied sports coaching Level 2 Sport with relevant English • Sports massage and therapy and maths • Organising events in sport and physical activity

Sport & Exercise Sciences Pearson BTEC

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths, science and PE (or equivalent) • Anatomy and physiology Campus • Sport and exercise psychology • Sports coaching Lightwaves • Nutrition for sport and exercise performance • Sports injury • Sports massage

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wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 77 Academy of Athlete Sporting development iExcellence iprogramme Athlete Development Programme (ADP) Are you looking for a forward thinking, ambitious and successful academy, which provides you the chance The ADP is designed for talented athletes of different to excel in your desired sport, get an education and sports and gives you the chance to develop and represent progress playing professionally, semi-professionally yourself, your club and the College at national and or even abroad? international events throughout the year. Join our Academy of Sporting Excellence, which is made We are proud to be recognised as a TASS accredited site up of three specialist programmes: that specialises in dual careers, which recognises our Athlete Development Programme commitment to developing both academic and athletic development for our students with no compromise. Rugby League Development Programme www.tass.gov.uk Football Development Programme

Wakefield College took on Barrow Furness College to win 34-16 and be crowned National Cup Champions.

Our programmes are specifically designed to provide We work closely with your coaches and devise training you with first class training and support around your plans, strength and conditioning, performance analysis classes. We will work with you to provide a bespoke and individual sessions that complement your training timetable that maximises both your academic and outside of College. professional development. What you’ll study Facebook: @sportatwakefieldCollege Twitter: @wakeycollsport • A supervised strength and conditioning programme Instagram: @wakeyCollegease • R ecovering and injury management, including access to our own sports therapist • Video analysis • Preparation for competition • Level 3 Sport qualification The sports sessions are run alongside a Level 3 sport course timetabled around your training, fixtures, competitions and coursework. Athletes on the ADP will have access to workshops, visits and guest speakers.

78 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 in association with Wakefield trinity RUgby Football development development iprogramme iprogramme Rugby League Development Programme (RDP) Football Development Programme (FDP) The Wakefield College Rugby League Development The Football Development Programme (FDP) is an elite Programme (RDP) is run with Super League side academy which runs alongside the curriculum providing Wakefield Trinity to enhance the opportunities and ability talented male and female footballers the chance to gain of promising young players throughout the region. an education, improve their football ability and have the opportunity to progress their career using football as a tool. It’s open to male and female players with ability, commitment, good attitude and dedication, and is a great We have strong links with local professional and semi opportunity to develop your skills and possibly follow the professional clubs that can provide students with unique progression route into professional rugby league with opportunities to progress and you will be coached by UEFA our links into Super League and Championship clubs. qualified professional club coaches throughout the week You’ll benefit from first-class professional coaching from whilst also competing in the English Colleges FA leagues Wakefield Trinity coaches. and cups – the highest level of competition students can play in. We are known as one of the best rugby Colleges in the country for our consistent player development success as Students are treated like full time professional academy well as winning the National Championship several times, players where their day is split into two; one half education including back-to-back in 2018 and 2019, as well as the and the other half football training. Exit routes from the National Cup. academy can lead into the professional game and also into the high steps of the non-league football pyramid. You will Entry requirements also have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship in the Studying a Level 2 Diploma in Sport or Level 3 Diploma/ USA and Canada to continue playing whilst studying your Extended Diploma in Sport, and meet the course entry degree. requirements AND Entry requirements Reference from your club or coach Studying a Level 2 Diploma in Sport or Level 3 Diploma/ Selection is through trials in the spring and summer Extended Diploma in Sport, and meet the course entry period requirements AND What you’ll study Reference from your club or coach • P rofessional Rugby League coaching with the Selection is through trials in the spring and summer Wakefield Trinity coaching staff during the day period • T echnical, tactical, strength and conditioning, What you’ll study performance analysis, recovery and game • T echnical, tactical, strength and conditioning, prep sessions performance analysis and individual training sessions • F ixtures in Association of Colleges (AoC) League on • Level 3 Sport course Wednesday afternoons • S tudy modules about, diet, lifestyle, training methods, • Fixtures in the AoC National Cup injuries and rehab, sports massage, coaching as well • Level 3 Sport course as video analysis techniques Your week will be balanced between your coursework, Your week will be balanced between your coursework, classes, and RDP coaching sessions as well as weekly classes and FDP coaching sessions with weekly fixtures fixtures on Wednesdays against other RDP College teams on Wednesdays against other College teams and from all over the UK – the highest level students can play. academies in the north of England. You will also benefit from workshops, guest speakers and visits to maximise Students will also have regular guest speakers, your potential both in the classroom and on the field. workshops and visits to enhance their development.

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Travel & Tourism

Future Careers Travel Agent Earning potential: £14K-£40K Hotel Manager Earning potential: £20K-£60K Tour Manager Earning potential: £16K-£30K Source: National Careers Service

80 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Travel & Tourism City & Guilds

Wakefield One 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: 1 City year • Planning to take part in a visit Campus • Worldwide tourist destinations • UK travel industry • Customer service • Overseas resort reps • Promotional materials • Preparing for employment in the travel industry

Air Cabin Crew City & Guilds

Wakefield One 5 GCSEs 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 City year • Coordinating a safe flight OR Campus • Airline operations Level 1 Travel & Tourism, plus Level 1 • Crew room duties in English or maths • Getting the passengers aboard • Demonstrating safety procedures and preparing to work in aviation

Travel & Tourism City & Guilds

Wakefield One 5 GCSEs 9-3 Topics studied can include: 2 City year • Worldwide travel and tourism destinations OR Campus • Dealing with customers in travel and tourism Level 1 Travel & Tourism, plus Level 1 • Overseas resort representatives in English or maths • Visitor attractions; promoting travel and tourism

Travel & Tourism NCFE

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths • UK and worldwide travel and tourism destinations Campus OR • Overseas resort representatives • Customer service Level 2 Travel & Tourism/Air Cabin • Marketing Crew with Merit grade, plus Level 2 • Specialist tourism and the cruising industry English and maths

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wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 81 A Levels As a Sixth Form student, you’ll benefit from excellent facilities, including our modern library, the communal and informal learning spaces, coffee shop, and loads of course-specific workshops, teaching areas and resources.

Why choose Sixth Form at Wakefield College? An inspiring learning environment The atmosphere at College is very different from school. We have an adult learning environment with places to relax and meet with friends in between classes, so you can take control of your learning. Many of our students comment on the positive attitude of staff and the mutual respect they develop from working together, and the positive impact this has on their learning.

82 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Art, Media & Design

Future Careers (Source: National Careers Service) Graphic Designer Earning potential: £16K-£50K / Games Developer Earning potential: £19K-£70K

Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Media Studies Eduqas

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics studied can include: 3 City years Language and maths • Analysing media products Campus PLUS • Online media • Magazines GCSE Media Studies would be an • Music videos advantage • Video games • Media production • Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro and Audition

Photography AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics can include: 3 City years maths, plus an art related subject • Darkroom Campus AND • Studio • Location A portfolio of work • Digital manipulation

Business & Management

Future Careers (Source: National Careers Service) Business Manager Earning potential: £25K-£60K / Business Analyst Earning potential: £30K-£70K

Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Business AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Topics studied can include: 3 City years maths at grade 5 • Marketing and people Campus • Managing business activities • Business decisions and strategy • Global business

Economics AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics studied can include: 3 City years Language at grade 5 and maths at • Individuals, firms, markets and market failure Campus grade 6 • The national and international economy • Competition • Monopolies • The labour market • Fiscal policy • Government intervention • Inequality and poverty

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Future Careers (Source: National Careers Service) Teacher Earning potential: £23K-£61K / Writer Earning potential: £20K-£80K / Solicitor Earning potential: £25K-£100K

Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Criminology AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics can include: 3 City years Language and maths • Changing awareness of crime Campus • Media representations of crime and of official data on crime • Crime campaigns and their effectiveness • Criminological theories • Crime scene to courtroom • Crime and punishment

English Language AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics can include: 3 City years Language at grade 6 and maths at • Textual variation and representation Campus grade 4 • Language and gender • Language and occupation • Language and region • Language and social groups • Child language acquisition • Language change • World Englishes

English Literature AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics can include: 3 City years Language at grade 6, and maths at • Modern times: Literature from 1945 to present day Campus grade 4 • Love through the ages • Texts across time

Geography Eduq

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics can include: 3 City years Language and maths • Coasts Campus • Changing places • Water and carbon cycles • Migration and ocean governances • 21st century challenges • Weather and climate • Independent investigation: a non-examined project on a geographical topic of your choice, based on primary and secondary data collection

History AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including grade Topics can include: 3 City years 4 maths and grade 5 English • Tudors in England, 1485–1603 Campus Language but a grade 6 would be • The Cold War 1945-1991 advantageous • An independent historical enquiry: the USSR

84 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Law AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including maths at Topics can include: 3 City years grade 4 and English Language • The principles of English law and the English Campus at grade 5 but grade 6 would be legal system strongly recommended • The role of judges, juries and the legal profession • Criminal law • Civil law • The relationship between law, morality and justice

Politics AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including grade 4 Topics can include: 3 City years maths and a grade 6 in English • The British Constitution and how it came about Campus Language 6 • The structure and role of Parliament • The role and accountability of the Prime Minister • The judiciary • The constitution of the USA and comparing it with that of the UK • Core ideologies including liberalism, conservatism and socialism

Olivia English Literature, History, Law "I’m going to Newcastle University to study Law. The teaching at Wakefield College is fantastic, and the support is overwhelming. Without that, I wouldn’t have applied to university or have been successful in my A Levels.

Kelsey English Literature, History, Law "I’m going to Leeds Beckett University to study Law and Criminology. I can’t believe I got 4 As – I’m a bit overwhelmed. I felt like dropping out at first, but I’m so glad I stuck with it. My tutor was a great teacher and really helped me out.

Tayla English Literature, Psychology, History Being at Wakefield College has been a good experience because of the support network of the teachers during my A Levels, alongside the excellent teaching. I chose the College because of the amount of independence students get, and I felt that this would be a good stepping stone between sixth form and university. They encourage me to challenge myself to get high grades and offer strategies to achieve them, as well as providing the support to do so. I’m hoping to study History of Art at the University of Leeds, which I received a lot of support with during the application process.

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Future Careers (Source: National Careers Service) Medical Physicist Earning potential: £30K-£50K / Auditor Earning potential: £25K-£80K / Biologist Earning potential: £27K-£60K

Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study

Biology AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics can include: 3 City years Language at grade 4, plus maths at • Biological molecules Campus grade 6 • Cells AND • Organisms exchange substances with their environment Dual Science at grade 6/6. Separate • Genetic information, variation and relationships sciences 6/6/5 (i.e. Biology and 1 between organisms other science at grade 6) • The control of gene expression

Chemistry AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English at Topics can include: 3 City years grade 4 and maths at grade 6 • Organic chemistry Campus AND • Inorganic chemistry • Physical chemistry Dual Science at grade 6/6. Separate • Analytical chemistry sciences 6/6/5 (i.e. Chemistry and 1 • Kinetics and bonding other science at grade 6) • Thermodynamics

Computer Science AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English at a 5, Topics can include: 3 City years and maths at a 6 • Fundamentals of programming, data and Campus algorithms PLUS • Computer systems and architecture It is recommended you study A Level • Communication and networking maths and physics • Databases and big data

Mathematics AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics can include: 3 City years Language at grade 4 and maths at • Algebra Campus grade 6 • Coordinate geometry • Trigonometry • Calculus • Mechanics and statistics • Newton’s second law • Kinematics • Linear regression • Probability

Physics AQA 3 Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics can include: City years Language at a 4 and maths at a 6 • Measurements and their errors Campus AND • Particles, quantum phenomena and electricity Dual Science at grade 6/6. Separate • Mechanics, materials and waves sciences 6/6/5 (i.e. Physics and 1 • Fields and their consequences other at grade 6) • Nuclear physics It is recommended that you study A • Further mechanics Level maths • Thermal physics

86 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Social Sciences

Future Careers (Source: National Careers Service) Psychologist Earning potential: £32K-£83K / Youth Worker Earning potential: £23K-£38K / Social Worker Earning potential: £24K-£40K

Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Psychology AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4, including English and Topics studied can include: 3 City years Science, plus maths at grade 5 • Social influence Campus • Memory • Attachment • Psychopathology • Research methods • Biopsychology • Localisation and plasticity of the brain • Issues and debates • Gender • Schizophrenia • Aggression

Sociology AQA

Wakefield Two 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English Topics studied can include: 3 City years Language 5 and Maths 4 • Education with theory and methods Campus • Family and households • Beliefs in society Having English 6 would improve your • Crime and deviance chances of success in this subject

A Level Results Day 2019

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Do you want support to get into a top uni? Are you between 16-18 and aiming for all grades 7, 8 or 9 at GCSE?

Alex Heatley A Levels in Maths, Fine Art, History

The things I’ve enjoyed most about College are the challenge of my subjects and the amount of support you get from tutors. I became part of the Mentoring for Excellence Scheme to gain knowledge about architecture as a profession and the wider construction industry. Being part of the scheme has given me more confidence with meeting new people. I’ve had work experience at a variety of companies giving me further insight and realising the opportunities available has helped me to develop the academic skills I’ll need in future. I’d like to study architecture at university.

Our Mentoring for Excellence (MfE) scheme aims to identify and support students with the potential to progress to top universities including Oxford and Cambridge. Students on the programme have access to a senior member of our College community as a mentor.

What is it? Our Mentoring for Excellence (MfE) What are the benefits? You’ll benefit from the programme offers a unique opportunity for students to experience, advice and guidance of your mentor in so develop the skills, knowledge, experience and personal many ways. It’ll raise your aspirations, improve motivation, qualities required to succeed in progressing to the persistence and application, improve communication top Russell group universities, including Oxford and skills, self-esteem and confidence, and help prepare for Cambridge, with the support of a professional mentor. interviews and university aptitude tests. Who is it for? Participants will be students aged There’s also an ‘Open the Door to Oxbridge’ programme 16-18 who have achieved all grades 7, 8 or 9 in their and a number of university visits. GCSEs at school. Is it compulsory? No, not at all. You’re invited to How does it work? Each student in the scheme take part and we recommend that you give it a go! will work in partnership with a senior member of the You can withdraw from it at any time, but last year’s College community and meet with them regularly for mentees said they found it very helpful and they a one-to-one review. The mentor might be a member enjoyed the experience of liaising with the senior of the Senior Leadership Team, the Governing Body or management team. other experienced professional within the College. www.wakefield.ac.uk/mfe

88 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Excellent Results THIS YEAR’S A LEVEL 16 PASS RATE OF A LEVEL SUBJECTS ACHIEVED A 100% WAS THE 17TH YEAR IN 100% SUCCESSION TO PASS RATE EXCEED 95%

12 45% BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA OF STUDENTS STUDENTS ACHIEVED SCORED TOP THREE GRADES OF DISTINCTION STARS A*-B THE HIGHEST RESULTS POSSIBLE

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1. STUDENT CENTRAL Wellbeing Dedicated Student Experience teams (see pages 14-17 for At Wakefield College, we want to demonstrate our further details) are located at both our Wakefield and Castleford commitment to promoting the wellbeing of all our staff and campuses. The teams help to ensure that you’re making the students. We have signed up to the Association of Colleges’ most of your learning experience at Wakefield College. Mental Health and Wellbeing Charter, which outlines how We offer a high level of support tailored to your needs and we will actively support the mental health of everyone who learning aims, while also helping to ensure a seamless transition comes to Wakefield College. between school, College and employment or higher education. The 11-point document includes commitments to: • Promoting equality of opportunity and challenging mental 2. ADVICE AND GUIDANCE health stigma Careers and educational guidance • Providing appropriate mental health training for staff Our Careers Team can offer impartial advice and guidance • Providing targeted individual mental health support where on courses and careers before students enrol at College. appropriate During your time at College, you’ll have access to our Find out more at www.aoc.co.uk/mental-health-and- comprehensive range of information on careers, higher wellbeing-charter education and the jobs market, as well as personal advice and guidance from the Careers Team to help you plan the Counselling next step towards your chosen career. Confidential one-to-one counselling is available for students at To make an appointment with one of the Careers Team, both our Wakefield and Castleford campuses. Our counsellors please call 01924 789113 or 789301 or email are professionally qualified and BACP accredited. [email protected] We also have quiet contemplation and multi-faith prayer rooms If you want to see where your course can take you and look available at both campuses. at employment data relating to a career you have in mind, check out Career Coach for live Wakefield and Yorkshire Course information Labour Market Information The Course Information Team is available on www.wakefield.ac.uk/careercoach 01924 789111 between 9am and 5pm (Monday to Thursday) and 9am and 4.30pm (Friday). There are course Financial support information phones on each campus reception desk, or you can The College provides information and confidential advice email [email protected] on what financial help is available for students. This includes Information on all our courses is available at information on 16-19 bursaries, Care to Learn, learner support www.wakefield.ac.uk funds, advanced learning loans and higher education funding. There may be help towards travel costs, meals, kits or childcare The matrix Standard costs depending on your circumstances, age and course level. The matrix Standard is the unique quality standard for The College’s Financial Support Team is based within Student organisations to assess and measure their advice and support Central at both the Wakefield and Castleford campuses. services, which ultimately helps individuals in their choice of Please contact the financial support team to arrange an career, learning and life goals. Wakefield College is proud to have appointment on 01924 789304 or 789549 or by email to achieved and retained the matrix Standard for the information, [email protected] advice and guidance provided by its Student Services, Careers You can also find more information on our website at and Course Information departments. www.wakefield.ac.uk/study-with-us/fees-and- money-matters Additional learning support We have staff with specialist skills and experience in supporting students with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities including: • ADHD • Autistic Spectrum Disorders • Dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia • Hearing impairment • Mobility difficulties • Visual impairment Support is tailored to meet your needs, both in and out of class. For more information, contact the Additional Support team on 01924 789585.

90 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 Student group leaders and pastoral tutors Safety and security Once enrolled on a course, you’ll be assigned a Security staff are on duty at all our main campuses, with state- Student Group Leader who will support your learning of-the-art CCTV and access control systems. All students are journey. You’ll meet with them regularly to discuss expected to wear their ID badge at all times, which will give your progress and raise anything that’s on your mind. them access to social and teaching rooms, lifts, circulation You might also have group sessions with a Pastoral areas and libraries. Tutor. You’ll develop academic, personal and employability skills which will enhance your overall College experience Moodle and improve your prospects for progression into further All enrolled students have access to Moodle with its useful study, apprenticeships or work. information about College news, events and student services. Moodle is also the College’s online learning WF9 Bus environment, providing access to course materials, If you’re a school leaver and live in the WF9 postcode course announcements, discussion groups, assignment area, you can take advantage of a subsidised bus route to submission and records of grades. Each student has a Castleford campus. Places are limited and allocated on a personal College email account, and with a valid College first come first served basis, subject to payment of the first email address can download a free copy of Microsoft term’s fee in advance. Travel costs £35 per term. For more Office onto one computer or tablet. information, call 01924 789111 or visit www.wakefieldcollege.ac.uk/bus Students’ Union Every student at Wakefield College is a member of Transport the Students’ Union. The Students’ Union is student- A 16-18 PhotoCard is available if you’re a West Yorkshire led, and elections are held annually to elect student resident, valid until the day before your 19th birthday. It gives officers, who come together to form the Students’ Union you half-fare travel anywhere in West Yorkshire at any time Executive committee. Getting involved with the Union of day, including evenings and weekends (except late night can be a fulfilling experience, developing useful skills and services and special event services). You can either apply increasing self-confidence and it looks great on your CV online or visit a bus station travel centre in person. For more or UCAS applications. The Students’ Union represents details, visit www.wymetro.com you within College, providing each student with a voice and a vital support system. We also offer a wide range of 3. FACILITIES social activities, from student-led clubs and societies, to Library trips to Alton Towers. College is not just about lessons, There are libraries on the Castleford and City campuses and it is our job to help students get involved and take which are well-stocked with books, magazines and charge of their student experience. We are also the home academic journals. Our libraries offer an excellent study of the TOTUM card, which can help you save money environment with a range of computer and study spaces on the high street and helps us fund better events for to cater for all learners. Our wide range of e-resources College students. You can purchase these online at are available anytime, anywhere via Moodle, the College’s www.totum.com virtual learning environment. We have helpful and knowledgeable staff. All other services including printing facilities and stationery/equipment sales are based around what our customers need to support their learning.

Refectory services Both campuses offer a good selection of refreshments, including hot and cold meals, drinks and snacks. We also offer a student discounted Starbucks provision on each campus that is supported by a vending service.

wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 91 Additional Information 4. ENTITLEMENT STATEMENT The Prevent duty and combating violent extremism Wakefield College is committed to ensuring that you’re able Part of the College’s safeguarding duty also includes to make informed career decisions. You’ll be able to learn from protecting vulnerable individuals from the risk of radicalisation employers about work and skills that are valued at work and get and extremism. This is called the ‘Prevent duty’. Prevent is a first-hand experience of the workplace. government initiative aimed at stopping people becoming You can expect: involved with or supporting violent extremism. The government • A comprehensive career programme has defined extremism as “vocal or active opposition to British • Guidance supported by labour market information values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty • Support for your individual career goals and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and • A relevant curriculum aligned to prepare you for employment beliefs”. The College shares and promotes these values across • Experiences with employers and employees our community. • Experiences of the wider world of work • Experiences relating to progressing to further and higher More information education Lots of safeguarding advice and information is available to • Personal tailored advice students via Moodle with links to relevant sources of support and All students are asked to sign up to a student code of conduct at links for reporting any concerns you may have for your own safety the start of their course. This sets out the College’s expectations or that of others. You can also share concerns with a trusted tutor, in terms of students’ punctuality, attendance, completion of work Student Group Leader or the Student Experience team. More and standards of behaviour towards staff and other students. information can be found on our website at www.wakefield.ac.uk/about-us/policies-and- 5. SAFEGUARDING procedures/safeguarding Wakefield College’s safeguarding policy ensures that all students attending activities in the College do so in a safe and 6. EQUALITY & DIVERSITY secure environment. Wakefield College aims to become a fully inclusive organisation, Key factors in this are: eliminating discrimination, promoting equality and embracing • All employment offers are subject to enhanced DBS diversity in all that we do. We celebrate the rich variety of people disclosures who make up the College community, from different cultures • No staff start work until all relevant checks are completed and and ethnic backgrounds. Our policies, training and procedures recorded aim to make equality and diversity a reality for the whole College • All staff must undertake safeguarding awareness training community. Students, too, have a responsibility to promote relevant to their post and embed equality and diversity. Students can get actively • The safeguarding policy and procedures are updated annually involved in this by becoming one of the representatives on the in line with government guidance and Wakefield Safeguarding Students’ Union. Partnership • The College-wide anti-bullying and harassment policy is rigorously applied • All Governors receive safeguarding training, and one Governor takes a lead in safeguarding. Whilst this is all excellent news for the College, it is also excellent news for students and for their parents and guardians who can rest assured that all who spend time learning with the College will do so in a safe environment.

92 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2021/22 How we demonstrate our commitment From the outset, staff are clear about College’s expectations of them in terms of supporting equality and celebrating diversity. This commitment is further underlined in policies, planning and staff training. We analyse all our policies to address any negative impact in relation to all nine protected characteristics covered by the Equality Act 2010: • Age • Disability • Gender reassignment • Marriage and civil partnership • Pregnancy and maternity • Race • Religion or belief • Sex • Sexual orientation We are firmly committed to equality objectives which will make a real difference in the classroom. Planning in the classroom is expected to maximise opportunities to promote diversity and foster good relationships among all groups of students. Regular training and development initiatives support staff in making this a reality. Wakefield College continues to play an active part in initiatives across the Wakefield district to eliminate discrimination and promote equality and diversity.

Measuring our progress The effectiveness of these policies is monitored through a comprehensive range of measures, which involves regular collection, reporting and analysis of staff and learner data based on a range of demographic factors. A summary of this is available at www.wakefield.ac.uk/about-us/policies-and- procedures/equality-and-diversity An annual report on equality and diversity, including monitoring data, is considered by the College’s Board of Governors.

Young adult carer If you are a young adult carer we want to make sure at Wakefield College you are given the support you need and that you will have a great College experience and success on your course. Within College, our Carer Lead will work with you and other support staff and your teachers to make sure that your caring responsibilities are considered. This will look different for different students. You may need an adaptation to your studies, considerations in relation to your time in College or just someone to provide support and a listening ear. You will have the opportunity to take part in activities specifically for young adult carers as we want to make sure you enjoy your time with us and we work closely with external partners to meet your needs.

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ABC FLEX An awarding body offering qualifications in vocational Stands for Foundation Learning Excellence. These areas such as motor vehicle. courses offer a mix of vocational study, basic English, maths and ICT and personal and social development. A LEVEL A single subject completed over two years, normally GCSE with exams or an assessment at the end of year two. Stands for General Certificate of Secondary Education. You’ll study for these at school, and your exam results APPRENTICESHIPS will be used as entry requirements for a College course. Combine on-the-job training with an employer with study at College to gain vocational qualifications and HIGHER EDUCATION English, maths and ICT. Available at Levels 2, 3, and 4. All education above Level 3 including HNCs, HNDs, foundation degrees, and honours degrees. AQA An awarding body for many A Level courses. LEVELS The level of a course indicates its degree of difficulty. AWARD/CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 or A*-C are Level 2, while A These terms relate to the size of a qualification – the Levels are at Level 3. Some qualifications are also number of units you are required to study. Diplomas are offered at Entry Level, which is lower than Level 1. See the largest and Awards are the smallest. All three types page 7 for a table. of qualification can be studied at different levels. OCR CACHE An awarding body offering both academic and An awarding body for childcare qualifications. vocational qualifications. CITY & GUILDS PORTFOLIO An awarding body for vocational qualifications. A form of assessment consisting of a collection of CSKILLS coursework tasks. Specialist awarding body for the construction industry. SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA/DIPLOMA/EXTENDED CYQ DIPLOMA An awarding body for health and fitness qualifications. These terms relate to the different sizes of awards which DIPLOMA/EXTENDED DIPLOMA make up some vocational qualifications. Vocational qualifications offered at different levels. Level LOG ON MOVE ON 3 Diplomas can be used to gain access to universities. A website where you can search for, compare, and EAL apply for courses from different education providers. An awarding body for engineering qualifications. VTCT EDEXCEL An awarding body associated with hair and beauty qualifications. An awarding body, providing both academic and vocational qualifications.

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Forthcoming events during the COVID-19 pandemic At the time of print (August 2020) the rules against large scale events and mass gatherings remain in place and no guidance has been published for the easing of these restrictions. Dates and formats of events are subject to change. For the latest information, please visit www.wakefield.ac.uk/events or call 01924 789111.

SEPTEMBER 2020 APRIL 2021 You can send in your application form now. Have you submitted your application? If not, do so as soon st Once we’ve received it you’ll be sent details of your as possible. Applications received by 1 May will be given interview within two weeks. priority for an interview date. If you need advice please call our Course Information OCTOBER 2020 Team on 01924 789111. You can now apply on our website www.wakefield.ac.uk MAY 2021 Performing Arts Festival Virtual Open Event TBC Wednesday 14 October 2020 www.wakefield.ac.uk/events JUNE 2021 Interview evenings run regularly from October onwards. Dance Performance TBC NOVEMBER 2020 Virtual Open Event Art & Design Exhibition Saturday 21 November 2020 TBC www.wakefield.ac.uk/events Expo Open Event Wednesday 19 June 2021 FEBRUARY 2021 Wakefield City Campus Expo Open Event Wednesday 24 February 2021 JULY 2021 Wakefield City Campus (TBC) Taster Days Thursday 1st July MARCH 2021 Friday 2nd July Next Steps Fair Monday 5th July Wednesday 3rd March Pre-Induction Days Taster Day 6th - 7th July Friday 19th March AUGUST 2021 A Level and GCSE Results released If you need help or advice about your next steps, visit our guidance events at your school or in College.

Enrolment begins From GCSE results day until the Friday before the first week of teaching.

OCTOBER 2021 Interview evenings run regularly from October onwards.

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