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2014-15Fulltimecemastpropectus.Pdf 2014/2015 PROSPECTUS THE FAREHAM COLLEGE GROUP G WELCOME AND CONTENTS 3 PENIN Welcome Contents O to CEMAST Why choose CEMAST? 5 TEMBER 2014 CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING AND ADVANCED SKILLS Which course is right for you? 6 TRAINING SEP Which level is right for you? 7 In September 2014 all Automotive, Engineering and Manufacturing courses will be relocated to Courses - Automotive 8 the CEMAST Centre of Excellence, a new campus currently being built on the Daedalus airfield in Lee-on-the-Solent. The site will become the Courses - Engineering and Manufacturing 20 central training facility for over 900 Full Time and Part Time Students, and will also act as the main Technical Baccalaureatte 30 learning centre for students in apprenticeship programmes with our partner companies 14-16 College 34 - BAE Systems, GE Aviation, Virgin Atlantic, Coopervision, Burgess Marine, Jensen Motorsport Apprenticeships 36 to mention but a few. CEMAST offers students a choice of career first Traineeships 38 and course second. Our focus is to provide all of the knowledge that a student will need to enter Student Services 40 their chosen field and effectively prepare them for work and/or higher study. The CEMAST Study now, pay later 42 curriculum has been created in partnership with local industry leaders to ensure that students Raising the Participation Age 43 gain the most relevant and up to date industry knowledge. How to apply 44 Studying at CEMAST is an opportunity to develop your experience and understanding of technical Application form 45 subjects in an industry-standard environment. With an investment of over £12 million, the Travel 47 purpose built workshops will be equipped with the latest technology and resources. With strong links and partnerships with local, national and multi-national businesses, our students will have an excellent standing to move directly into employment and/or higher study following the successful completion of their course. Our links with these companies also offer students experience in the industry workplace. Open Events Many of our students have been offered paid Why not come along to Fareham employment within their chosen profession as many businesses are quick to recognise the college on an open evening to see the valuable level of technical knowledge that our CEMAST plans and get a feel for the students have. subjects. Or you could book into our For those looking to move on to university, we taster days to get a feel for college also offer higher level courses, such as the Higher National Diploma and Technical Baccalaureate. life! These enriched qualifications offer students an Tuesday 16 December - Taster Day academic edge to enhance their technical studies. Whether you plan on becoming an aircraft, marine or design engineer or working as a technician for a Tuesday 4 February 5-8pm - Open Evening Formula One race team, CEMAST has the facilities and knowledge to get you there. If you would like any further information, help or Thursday 27 February - Taster Day advice about any aspect of CEMAST or the courses we offer, do not hesitate to look at our website Thursday 24 April 5-7pm - Open Evening www.fareham.ac.uk, or for a more personal approach, telephone our Student Advisors on 01329 815200 from the UK, or on +44 1329 815200 Plus open events at CEMAST as the new from all other areas. Centre of Excellence nears completion! TO ENROL ON A COURSE PLEASE CALL 01329 815 200 VISITVISIT WWW.FWWW.FAREHAMAREHAM..AAC.C.UUKK FFOROR MOREMORE INFINFORMAORMATITIOONN OONN FFEEEESS AANDND HOHOWW TTOO APPLAPPLYY 4 WHY CHOOSE CEMAST? 5 Why choose CEMAST? Whatever your career aims and goals, CEMAST can help you achieve them. Our selction of Automotive, Engineering and Manufacturing courses have been developed with industry leaders to ensure that our students complete their courses with relevant experience and industry-standard knowledge. Previous students have gone on to higher education, advanced apprenticeships, apprenticeships, employment and self-employment. Together we can ensure you progress in whichever direction suits you. PROGRESSION INFORMATION LEARNING RESOURCES CENTRE (iLRC) Staff here strive to ensure every student succeeds. We have good links with employers and higher The Information Learning Resources Centre (iLRC) education institutions to support this. They support provides a wealth of printed, electronic and our College events and provide Open Days and audio-visual resources. Services available include tasters for students to experience what life could book and material loans, assistance with research, be like after College. photocopying and sales of essential stationery. The iLRC is also a good place to find the latest editions of Parents are also invited to relevant events, such as course-related magazines and daily newspapers. our financial advice workshops that relate to the cost of going to university. The iLRC is equipped with PCs with access to the Internet and a range of software including Microsoft We run employment preparation workshops, Office. Other facilities available include support and liaison events with relevant employers and have assistance with computer accounts, software queries, an on-site Employment Hub to match some of our hardware problems, scanning, colour printing, and students to suitable vacancies. CD/DVD writing. ENRICHMENT CEMAST will also have newly installed open-access There is the opportunity to participate in iPads for student use. extracurricular activities. This is a fantastic way to meet new people and do something you might not CAMPUS WI-FI ACCESS have done before. It is a great thing to have on your Wi-Fi is available free-of-charge across the campus CV as it demonstrates other interests outside of for students wishing to access the internet via your core studies. laptops/tablets and smartphones. Activities include: • Sport EMPLOYMENT SERVICES • Health & Fitness Our Employment Services Team are fully committed • Student Board to guide and support you in your ultimate goal of • Student Ambassador securing employment in your chosen career. Our • Duke of Edinburgh Award team are on hand to provide advice on all aspects • Trips and visits of employability and work based learning to equip you with the skills and expertise you will need for a • Volunteering successful future career in the increasingly challenging • Film Club labour market. Employers often hold recruitment Students can also suggest other activities relevant to days at the College and students can take part in our their courses, so there will be many more to choose CV Writing and Interview Techniques workshops. from following your start in September. TOTO ENROLENROL ONON A COURSECOURSE PLEASEPLEASE CALLCALL 01329 815 200 VISITVISIT WWW.FAREHAM.AC.UKWWW.FAREHAM.AC.UK FORFOR MOREMORE INFORMATIONINFORMATION ONON FEESFEES ANDAND HOWHOW TOTO APPLYAPPLY 6 WHICH COURSE IS RIGHT FOR YOU? WHICH LEVEL IS RIGHT FOR YOU? 7 Which course is Which level is right for you? right for you? For those looking to begin their engineering or automotive careers, there is a course for ENTRY REQUIREMENTS everyone at CEMAST. If you are unsure of what to do, think about what you enjoy doing, You will need to pass your interview. Some subjects may require a portfolio or audition. your personal interests and what you would be happy to study for two to three years. Our Student Advisors are on hand to discuss your options so if you have a query, please call WHAT NEXT? You could progress on to a Level 1 course or supported employment. them on 01329 815 200. WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I ACHIEVE? BTEC Award, Certificate, Level 1 Diploma, Level 1 NVQ, Level 1 City & Guilds. Our Open Events are a great way to find out more If you are looking to study at a higher level to about our courses and give you the chance to speak prepare you for university and already have an to the lecturers who are experts in their field. You advanced level BTEC or A-levels, then you can can also speak to the students who are currently take a Foundation Degree to prepare you for a full ENTRY REQUIREMENTS studying the courses that interest you. degree at university. We also offer Higher National Certificate (HNC) and Higher National Diploma (HND) 4 GCSEs at grade D or above or a Level 1 qualification e.g. NVQ. Please check specific entry Many of our courses include trips, guest speakers, level qualifications which can be developed further requirements for vocational courses. Some courses will require you to attend an audition. work experience and even the chance to gain to a full degree at selected universities or through an WHAT NEXT? additional qualifications. All of our courses are apprenticeship. taught in industry-standard facilities using the latest Progression on to a Level 3 course or seek employment in a foundation level role. technology. Our lecturers are industry specialists and For more information about Higher Education level their experience is wide and varied. courses please visit our website www.fareham.ac.uk. WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I ACHIEVE? BTEC Award, Certificate, Level 2 Diploma, Level 2 NVQ, Level 2 City & Guilds Apprenticeship. DEPENDING ON YOUR CAREER GOALS THERE ARE We also offer a number of courses at Foundation A NUMBER OF ROUTES YOU CAN TAKE Level. These do not have formal entry requirements and are available at level 1 or below. You can Our established range of advanced level 3 BTECs study one of these courses in order for you to gain ENTRY REQUIREMENTS are the equivalent of 3 A-levels. They are widely a qualification, even if you do not achieve high 5 GCSEs at grade B/C or above including Maths and English, or a Level 2 accepted by universities as an alternative to A-levels grades at school. They combine vocational learning qualification e.g. NVQ.
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