FULL-TIME COURSES and APPRENTICESHIPS GUIDE Full-Time Courses and Apprenticeships Guide

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FULL-TIME COURSES AND APPRENTICESHIPS GUIDE Full-time Courses and Apprenticeships Guide

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Top Five Reasons to Choose 1 City College Plymouth Choosing Your Course 2 WHO IS THIS Transforming Lives Through Learning 3 TO CHOOSE CITY Getting You Ready for Work 4 COLLEGE PLYMOUTH GUIDE FOR? Facilities to Support Your Learning 5 Celebrating Student Success 6 You are holding the We’re no.1* - first in the South West “Thank you for considering making English & Maths 7 for 16 to 18-year-old achievement; City College Plymouth a part of your City College Plymouth Qualifications Explained 8 and first in the South West and future. Here at the College, we are committed to each and every student second nationally for Apprenticeship guide to all of our Your Pathway to Employment 9 who chooses to study with us: nothing Apprenticeships 10 achievement because we constantly is more important to us than your future full-time courses and challenge and support our students. Access to Higher Education 14 success and wellbeing, as we strive to Apprenticeships. make Plymouth and the surrounding Business 16 Learn from the experts - our area an even better place to study, work Childcare, Health & Social Care 18 lecturers have lived the subjects they and live. The information featured in this guide Construction 20 teach, passing on to our students a “We want our students to leave City is ideal for 15 to 18-year-olds who are Engineering, Automotive & Marine wealth of industry knowledge and the 22 College happy, healthy and fully looking for their next step or for anyone latest sector training. Hair & Beauty 24 prepared for long and rewarding careers wanting to undertake a full-time course. as a result of our high-quality training Whether you are leaving school, wanting Hospitality & Catering 26 Strong links with employers - our led by industry experts that is delivered to gain an Apprenticeship, or looking to Learning Difficulties & Disabilities 28 curriculum and facilities are shaped in a safe, nurturing environment. start a university-level course, this guide Media, Games & Computing 30 by our employer partners so our will help you through the options. Performing Arts, Music & Live Events 32 students get the skills they need to win “I hope you find this guide useful in helping at this very exciting stage of If you are a parent looking for more Public Services 34 competitions, get their dream job, or your life and I hope to be welcoming you information about the College, there is a even start their own business. Science 36 to the College soon.” section at the back designed especially for you! Sport & Leisure 38 Work experience - every student on a Travel & Tourism 40 full-time study programme has access Jackie Grubb Applying 42 to work experience, placements and Principal & Chief Executive The Application Process 43 employability activities either in the Information for Parents/Carers 44 UK or abroad, making them the people employers want to hire.

Community spirit - you can throw If you would find it easier to read this guide in Enriching yourself into volunteering, fundraising our community larger type or a different format, please call and student life knowing our support through 01752 305300 or e-mail [email protected]. teams are there for you every step of the way. Employers want young people who get stuck in - so go on, be part of it! knowledge, experience and skills

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1 CHOOSING YOUR COURSE TRANSFORMING

You’re not just joining a course, you’re If you are not sure which course is the right one LIVES THROUGH choosing a career! for you, check out Career Coach on the homepage SOME OF OUR of our website. This interactive tool will show We want to make sure that what you learn at LEARNING you the type of qualifications and skills you will BUSINESS the College is relevant when you go out into the need to access particular job roles and industries. workplace - that is why local employers have an It will also give you up-to-date information on We work with employers to make sure that input into how our courses are designed. It also average wages and live job vacancies to ensure our training meets their needs. This helps to PARTNERS ... means working with you to understand what you you are aware of the demand for a particular reduce the skills gap between education and want to achieve and setting out a plan to get there career in the region. employment and means that our students are tailored around your goals and career aspirations. in demand. Our partnerships with employers mean that What is studying a course at the We involve local businesses and industries in you start to build important contacts before you College like? the design of our courses, ensuring that what finish your studies, so you really will stand head If you are aged 16 to 18 you will enrol on a study you learn at College is relevant when you enter and shoulders above the competition in an ever- programme, which includes: the workplace. You’ll also have access to work competitive job market. • a full-time course or Apprenticeship placements and experience to boost your qualification at either entry level or levels 1, 2 knowledge, your CV and your confidence - giving How do I decide which course is right or 3 in your chosen subject you the edge in a competitive job market. for me? • help to complete GCSEs in English and maths There is a lot to think about when choosing if you didn’t achieve grade 4/5 or above (A*-C) Our fantastic links with local employers give which career you would like to follow and many at school you the opportunity to hear from experts in your things can affect your decision. Look through our • other non-qualification activities such as chosen field who will share their own experiences courses and ask yourself: tutorial time, study skills, enterprise activities, and guide you on your journey. • what subjects do I enjoy? work experience and help with applying for Where in the world will City College • do I prefer a practical, hands-on approach or a further courses or jobs. more academic route? take you? • what are my hobbies and interests? From learning the finer points of pasta-making in Italy to serving hungry restaurant-goers in • what do I want to do after College? Hungary, the College’s international partnerships could see you travel to Europe, China and beyond!

The experience of living and working abroad makes a great addition to your CV, showing adaptability, confidence and the ability to overcome challenges.

Did you know that a level 3 BTEC is equivalent to three A Levels and will earn you UCAS points for entry to university-level education?

2 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 3 FACILITIES TO GETTING YOU SUPPORT YOUR READY FOR WORK LEARNING Regional Centre of Excellence for STEM Gain unique access to To get your foot on the career ladder, The College’s Student Journey team provides the South West’s £13m employers want to know that you can put support with access to work experience training hub in crucial opportunities. what you learn at College into practice in STEM (science, technology, the real world of work. You will have access engineering and maths) We also provide impartial information, advice and to a wide range of valuable opportunities, employability skills. which can include volunteering, social action guidance on all your career options. The College’s Careers team has achieved the MATRIX quality projects, work-taster activities and work Premium placements. So when you apply for a job or an standard for the high quality and impartiality of this service. The team can help you with advice Decadent dining or Apprenticeship, you can show your potential pampering on about lots of different topics, including: careers food-to-go new employer exactly what you can offer campus advice, help finding work, volunteering, work Stars Hair & Day Spa and The outstanding student-run PL1 their business. experience or going to university. Creative Solutions have Restaurant and Deli, Refectory, Enrolling on a full-time study programme? Then got you covered. STEM Café and Costa Coffee will work experience will be part of your course. keep those hunger pangs at bay!

We offer a wide range of activities focused on Maths Centre for ensuring you gain the skills that employers want, Excellence including: • work experience placements and work shadowing Version 3 JULY 2019 Personal tutors INSTITUTES OF TECNOLOGY BRAND GUIDELINES localised acronym logo 9 • employer lectures, giving you an insight If you are studying a full-time course/study If you’ll be resitting your into particular jobs and the progression programme, you’ll be allocated a personal tutor Maths GCSE with us then opportunities available who is trained to give you support and guidance our dedicated Centre will Gym • workshops where you can develop your CV whilst on your course study programme. Personal support you to get that all- writing and presentation skills tutors work with you to review your progress each important grade 4. Feel the burn. • industry visits and tours term, set individual improvement/development targets and help you progress towards achieving • support with finding relevant work experience, your career goal. CV writing, interview techniquesLocalised and job applications acronym logo • access to online/remote based work-related The localised acronym logo is shown activities and opportunities.here with examples of locations. The negative space - black squares aim to create a ‘T’ mark emphasising Institute of Technology technology as it focus. The College is proud to be part of a unique collaboration Available in 3 size from 1-3 lines for here in the South West that has committed to investing Student Centre the location, consideration needs to in state-of-the-art facilities and designing employer-led Designed with you in mind. be given to future naming selection to courses that will develop the skills of the next generation 60+work within the maximum bounds of the hours of work logo. of technicians and engineers.

The proposed usage for the localised experience offeredacronym logo would be for various printed materials, badges, name tags, 4 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752clothing, 305300 stamps I [email protected] and pins. It is 5 suggested that once the Acronym of IOT is recognised, the acronym logos would be then introduced. This will be upon notification by DfE. CELEBRATING ENGLISH & MATHS We understand that English and maths are STUDENT essential life skills.

Developing good English and maths skills builds SUCCESS confidence and opens up greater opportunities when it comes to higher education and Student of the Year employment. Each year we celebrate our students’ successes at a glittering awards ceremony. If you didn’t achieve a grade 4/5 (C) or above During the event we recognise those students in GCSE English or maths at school, then City who go ‘above and beyond’ to make a positive College Plymouth will support you to improve contribution to their course, the College or the your grades. As part of your study programme, CASE STUDY local community. you will complete GCSEs or functional skills in English and/or maths alongside your “When I joined the College, I immediately Building a future core professional, vocational and technical noticed a good attitude shown towards students and to one another in general. The Constructing a firm reputation with qualification or Apprenticeship programme. lecturers are always ready to help and are competition success: Whatever route you take, we will make sure that really friendly. Joining the College has helped • The Ron Simons Prize for the Building you understand the relevance of English and me to feel a lot more confident.” Plymouth Apprentice of the Year 2020 maths skills to your career. • Plymouth Manufacturing Group’s Rising Artur Lazarevich Star Apprentice Award Maths Centre for Excellence GCSE Maths • regional winner of the Johnstone’s Young Explore, Inspire, Innovate, Excel Previous school: Painter of the Year competition Gymnasium No 27, Minsk, Belarus • student selected to train for the WorldSkills City College Plymouth is one of 21 government- Competition in Shanghai. funded Centres for Excellence in Maths in the country. English for Speakers of Graduate in glamour The Centre aims to: Other Languages Our annual Hair Show, complete with catwalk, • create a supportive environment for our entertainment and special guest judges, is the students to explore maths and progress their Course code: ESOLFT highlight of the year for our talented hair and skills beauty students. It’s no wonder our students’ • make maths education relevant and If you’re aged 16 to 19 and English isn’t skills are being recognised in competitions up your first language, then this full-time and down the country. accessible to all - providing students with the skills they need to excel in further education, course is for you. Culinary creations to dine for employment and life • develop mastery approaches to teaching and The course includes: The College is keen to encourage our students learning through activities and workshops • personal and social development skills to show off their developing culinary skills at for all • employability skills a variety of competitions and cookery events • volunteering in Plymouth and beyond. During 2019/20, • develop the use of innovative technologies in • work experience placements our students won an array of awards at the maths education Major Chefs Series in addition to catering for a • develop the opportunities available for • enrichment activities (local history, number of high-profile employer events within students to progress their maths education. geography, sport, drama, art, photography, the PL1 Restaurant. music, dance, Duke of Edinburgh awards).

Visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search for ESOLFT for more information or call 01752 305300.

6 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 7 QUALIFICATIONS T LEVELS YOURYOUR PATHWAY PATHWAY TOTO EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT At City College Plymouth you get more than a course - you’re taking the first EXPLAINED From September 2020, across the UK courses At City College Plymouth you get more than a course - you’re in construction, digital industries, education and taking thesteps first on steps the pathon the to path your to future your career.future career. Entry Level Awards and Certificates childcare were the first to be taught as new This level of course is for those who need support technical qualifications known as T Levels. OUROUR COURSES COURSES EXPLAINED EXPLAINED to progress with their learning. The courses encourage independence and teach new skills. As we prepare for the launch of T Levels at City College Plymouth in 2022, there’ll be even more QUALIFICATION LEVEL GENERAL ROUTE VOCATIONAL ROUTE APPRENTICESHIP ROUTE Level 1 and 2 Certificates and opportunities for work placements and other activities to give you real-life experience in your Diplomas Degree chosen industry. LEVEL 6 Honours Degree Apprenticeship These are one-year courses which allow you to progress either into employment or on to higher- What are T Levels? level study. All our level 1 and 2 qualifications have progression routes on to the next level of • T Levels are similar to A Levels, but have a study (subject to satisfactory performance). vocational focus rather than academic. This means you’ll get a more hands-on learning Higher LEVEL 5 Foundation Degree and Higher National Diploma Apprenticeship Level 3 Diplomas experience. • Each T Level is the equivalent of three A Levels. These are two-year vocational qualifications which will prepare you for direct entry into • They are level 3 qualifications so are the same employment or to higher education (such as a as A Levels. Higher National Higher National Higher university-level course). Some diplomas consist • Bridging the gap between classrooms and Certificate/ LEVEL 4 Certificate Apprenticeship of more than one qualification and many offer employers, T Levels are two-year programmes, Level 4 Diploma/NVQ additional related qualifications to support similar to A Levels and many Apprenticeships. applications to work or university. • Just like A Levels and BTECs, they give you UCAS points so you can use them to progress Higher National Certificates/Diplomas on to university. Advanced These are higher-level qualifications which relate • Taking a T Level course will boost your work LEVEL 3 A Levels/Access to HE Level 3 Diploma Apprenticeship Employment/University to a particular employment sector and tend to experience hours from 60 to 315, with 45 to be equivalent to the first and/or second stage 50 days of placement in your chosen industry. of a degree. They are for students who are aged Course content is developed with employers, 18+ and have successfully completed an A Level, giving you the skills you’ll need to enter the extended diploma or other advanced-level course. workplace once you’ve completed your course. GCSEs Level 2 Intermediate LEVEL 2 (grade 9-4/A*-C) Diploma/NVQ Apprenticeship Foundation Degrees Who are T Levels suitable for? These are industry-related higher education T Levels may be suitable for students who: qualifications equivalent to the first and second • benefit from a more hands-on style of learning stage of a degree, developed by the College than traditional classroom-based study with employers. They are designed to include GCSEs Level 1 workplace experience, learning and assessment, • know what career path they want to follow LEVEL 1 (grade 3-1/D-F) Diploma/NVQ whilst also providing a route for progression into once they finish education employment or to the final year of an honours • want to leave school but still continue with their degree at specified universities. education. Employment

Honours Degrees Entry Level How will this relate to my course? ENTRY LEVEL Key Stage 3 Programmes An honours degree will give you a university-level In preparation for future T Level delivery, many qualification that will enable you to progress courses at the College will offer an optional 45 to directly into a career in your chosen field or 50-day placement in a relevant industry. This will This is a general guide - some courses may have specific entry requirements. Please see our website pursue an advanced degree. This is a general guide - some courses may have specific entry requirements. Please see our website support you to develop the relevant technical and www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses or contact us on 01752 305300 for more detailed information. employability skills required for the workplace. www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses or contact us on 01752 305300 for more detailed information.

To find out what’s happening at City College, like us on facebook.com/cityplym 8 01752www.cityplym.ac.uk 305300 | [email protected] I 01752 305300 | cityplym.ac.uk I [email protected] or follow us on twitter.com/cityplym and instagram.com/cityplym. 9 9 TRAINEESHIPS Apprenticeships are recognised, work-based training programmes supported by your employer and the College. As a company High-quality work placements employee, you will earn a wage and get on-the-job training from your with top local employers! workplace. Apprenticeships are available from level 2 up to level 7.

How does it work? Where will an Apprenticeship take me? • You can expect to work between 30 and 40 With an Apprenticeship you can: Aged 16-24? hours per week (including time spent at the • get a job - your industry experience and College completing off-the-job training) and be qualifications are highly valued by employers Don’t have the skills or experience that paid a wage. • consider further study - work your way through employers are looking for? • You will be entitled to at least 20 days of paid the NVQ diploma levels to improve your holiday each year. qualifications and employability A Traineeship could be just what you need! • Most of your training will be in the workplace, • apply for university - depending on the course but you may need to come into College for and university, an advanced level Apprenticeship assessment. is broadly considered equivalent to studying for A Traineeship is a FREE training programme • You will be visited regularly in your workplace A Levels. The Benefits of a Traineeship with work experience that will give you the by a member of College staff to keep you on the A Traineeship will: skills and experience that employers are right track and support you to complete your looking for and includes: • be tailored to suit your skills and personal Apprenticeship programme. goals • a work experience placement with a local • On average, apprentices earn around £144 employer • cover job-related topics such as CV building per week - which, in addition to all of the other • include a work experience placement with a benefits, is pretty good! • support to improve your English, maths and digital skills - if you need it local employer • During your Apprenticeship you will work • give you a guaranteed interview at the end towards a qualification and sit an end-point • work preparation training to ensure you of your placement assessment. The type and level of qualification are ready and have the confidence to take will depend on what kind of Apprenticeship you the first step in your career, such as an • help improve your English, maths and are doing. Apprenticeship or a job! digital skills • If you don’t have grade 4/5 (C) in GCSE English • prepare you for an Apprenticeship or give and maths, as part of your day release at the You could be suitable for a Traineeship if you you the confidence to move into paid work! College you will study functional skills - these are: are practical maths and English skills relevant • aged 16-24 (or, aged 25 with an Education & You may get: to your Apprenticeship. You will be required to Health Care Plan - EHCP) • expenses for transport and meals from your achieve these qualifications before sitting the • have little or no work experience but are employer end-point assessment. motivated to work. • financial support from travel, childcare or a disability from the College • support from your local Jobcentre Plus if For information on the Apprenticeship you are eligible for work benefits. vacancies available with local employers visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/vacancies.

To find out more call 01752 305300 or e-mail [email protected]

10 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 11 APPRENTICESHIP CAREER PATH L2 L3 L4 L5 PROGRAMMES Education Teaching Assistant • Engineering, Automotive & Marine CAREER PATH L2 L3 L4 L5 Business Autocare Technician • Accounts Assistant Engineering Manufacturing • Technician • Accounts Finance Engineering Operative Assistant • • Engineering Technician Administrative Services • • Practitioner Maintenance & Operations Business Administrator • Engineering Technician • CASE STUDY Customer Service Metal Fabricator • Before starting her Apprenticeship, Aimee “It never felt like an effort going to work as an Practitioner • Motor Vehicle Service & completed one year of A Levels in art, apprentice or attending College - I enjoyed it all. HR Consultant/Partner • • Maintenance Technician English, psychology and sociology. After The best thing about the College is the staff and HR Support Assistant • Plate Welder • deciding this wasn’t the route for her, Aimee I’m very appreciative of everything they’ve done for me. Learning & Development • Hair & Beauty decided to pursue her interest in painting and Practitioner Beauty Therapist • • decorating and gained employment as an Operations/Department apprentice through her step-mum, Eliza Tay, “I came to the College for an open day and it was Manager • Hair Professional/Barber • • who runs an all-female team of decorators. all very clear: how everything worked, how I was Paralegal • Nail Services Technician • going to step into an Apprenticeship, where I could go from there - it all made sense. You speak Team Leader/Supervisor Health & Social Care Aimee said: “I was always interested in • to anyone in Plymouth and it’s this college that Adult Care Worker Apprenticeships, but when I was at school, Construction & Building Trades • everyone’s heard of. Bricklayer Healthcare Assistant painting and decorating was seen as an option • • just for boys. The only thing for girls was hair and Practitioner “I think Apprenticeships are the best thing anyone Carpenter & Joiner • • beauty, which I did not want to do! Then my step- Healthcare Science can do! And the facilities at the College are Construction Site Assistant • mum set up her own business, and she got so • amazing, they don’t compare to other training Supervisor Healthcare Science much work very quickly, so I decided to help her providers.” Installation Electrician/ Associate • with it - and really enjoyed it from the start! Maintenance Electrician • Healthcare Support • • Interior Systems Installer Worker “I enjoyed learning every day - I liked absorbing Aimee Taylor (Drylining) • Lead Adult Care Worker all this new knowledge and it was a really friendly Apprenticeship in Painting & Decorating Painter & Decorator • • Hospitality & Catering environment. Compared to learning on the job, with Eliza Tay Decorating & Design Plasterer we were taught the ‘proper’ way of doing things • Baker Previous school: • at the College and were then able to apply our Plumbing & Domestic Petroc College Heating Technician • Chef de Partie • knowledge in a professional setting. Creative & Digital Industries Commis Chef • Creative Venue Technician • Hospitality Manager • Digital Marketeer • Hospitality Supervisor • Events Assistant • Hospitality Team Member NOT READY TO START A If you’re aged 16 to 24 and not in full-time • employment, then our short course taster Junior Content Producer Production Chef • • FULL-TIME COURSE OR programme could be just what you need! Live Events Technician • Sport & Exercise APPRENTICESHIP? Outdoor Activity Instructor • Fancy trying your hand at a Visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search for Employability Skills for more More information on the above Apprenticeships can be found on our website particular subject? information or call 01752 305300. www.cityplym.ac.uk/apprenticeships

12 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 13 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE LEVEL DURATION ACCESS CODE Art & Design 3 One year ADFT TO HIGHER Computing 3 One year CMPFT EDUCATION Counselling 3 One year COUFT Creative Arts 3 One year CRAFT Health, Social Care & Nursing 3 One year CANFT If you’re aged 19+ and keen to get back into education after taking some time out, Access Health, Social Care & Social Work 3 One year BELFT to Higher Education courses are a great way Literature, Creative Writing & History 3 One year LCHFT to get the grades, the skills and the confidence Music 3 One year MUSFT you need to get started. Science 3 One year SCIFT Maybe you have a specific career goal in mind? Science & Engineering 3 One year SCEFT Taking an Access course will help you increase your confidence and boost your skills. When you Science (Biology, Chemistry & Maths) 3 One year BCMFT finish, you could be on track for a place on the Social Science (Law, Psychology & Sociology) 3 One year SOCFT foundation or undergraduate degree you’ve always wanted. Social Science (Psychology & Sociology) 3 One year PSYFT

Our Access courses are: CASE STUDY Teaching (Education) 3 One year TEAGFT • designed specifically for adults looking to return “The best thing about being at City to education College is the staff: they give you the • built around you, so you can balance work and freedom to explore your own talents home life with your studies and passions in a safe, non-competitive For information on the above courses, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using • recognised by the majority of UK universities space. It was a tricky transition at first, the course code. and colleges. returning to education after so many years and with other responsibilities, but the lecturers understand and give guidance on how to juggle studying with adult life.”

Emma Webb-Goodwin Performing Arts Access to Higher Education Diploma 97% of students passed their course in 2018/19

14 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 15 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION BUSINESS CODE Business Diploma 2 One year BDF Business Diploma 3 One - two years D3B1D Business Computing Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF6279 Business Management Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF2524

Our range of highly regarded business study programmes will take you from a raw recruit through to university. You’ll get a solid grounding in all aspects of business, so you will be fully prepared for your new career.

Our team of business lecturers have a wealth of industry experience, with up-to-date knowledge of the very latest business, management, marketing and enterprise practice. With the help of their expertise, you will be supported in developing your own skills through a range of hands-on activities, such as enterprise projects and learning from those at the heart of the business world. CASE STUDY “I can honestly say that studying business at the College is one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life so far! I feel like I can go to my lecturers with any questions I have about the course and they will always give excellent advice.”

Kellan Clarke Business Level 3 Diploma CAREERS IN BUSINESS For information on the above study programmes/ courses, including progression to further courses or Previous school: • Administration manager into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/ Callington Community College • Banking operative courses and search using the course code. • Buyer for a retailer • Customer service supervisor • Entrepreneur - run your own Did you know we offer Apprenticeships business in business administration and customer • Finance manager • General manager service? • Human resources officer For information on how you can earn while you learn, 99% • Marketing or public relations please see pages 10-13. of students passed officer • Retail manager their course in 2018/19 • Sales manager

16 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 17 CHILDCARE, HEALTH & COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION SOCIAL CARE CODE Health, Social Care, & Children & Young Certificate 1 One year GHS1 People’s Settings For both the young and old, you can make Childcare Diploma 2 One year GCE2D a real and positive difference to people’s Healthcare & Social Care Diploma 2 One year GHS2 lives as a caring, proficient and experienced practitioner. Our study programmes combine Childcare & Education (Early Years Diploma 3 One - two years GCE3C theory and practical, hands-on learning in Educator) the classroom, in our simulated nursery and Health & Social Care Diploma 3 One - two years GHS3C through work placements. Childhood Studies Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF6308 Gain invaluable skills, build your confidence Health & Social Care Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF5032 and get full support from our experienced team, most of whom have been practitioners in various care professions. With excellent links to local employers, you’ll get the very best work placement CASE STUDY and career opportunities. “Throughout my time at the College the staff have been extremely supportive, and being in small groups enables you to form better relationships with both the lecturers and other students. The lecturers are all brilliant and their CAREERS IN THE experiences beyond the College are CHILDCARE, HEALTH & invaluable.” For information on the above study programmes/ SOCIAL CARE INDUSTRIES courses, including progression to further courses or • Care assistant Abbie Reilly into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/ • Children’s holiday representative courses and search using the course code. Health & Social Care • Early years educator Foundation Degree • Learning support assistant • Nanny • Nurse • Occupational therapist • Paediatric nurse Did you know we offer Apprenticeships in • Paramedic • Physiotherapist health and social care? • Playgroup assistant For information on how you can earn while you learn, • Play worker please see pages 10-13. • Social worker • Support worker 96% • Teacher of students passed • Teaching assistant their course in 2018/19

18 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 19 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION CONSTRUCTION CODE (TRADITIONAL, PROFESSIONAL & BUILDING SERVICES) Bricklaying Diploma 1 One year DIB1 Painting & Decorating Diploma 1 One year DIPD1 All construction students have access to Plastering Diploma 1 One year DIP1 industry-standard workshop facilities and are Plumbing Studies Diploma 1 One year FLPM taught by qualified tradespeople, equipping you with the skills needed for your future Wood Occupations Diploma 1 One year DIW1 employment. Get the technical skills you need, Bricklaying Diploma 2 One year DIB2 and learn about sustainable building practices, running projects, managing people and Electrical Installations Diploma 2 One year DEI2 developing your own business. Painting & Decorating Diploma 2 One year DIPD2

Our strong links with local and national Plastering Diploma 2 One year DIP2 construction employers guarantee real-life Plumbing & Heating Diploma 2 One year PSD2I experience through work placements and hands-on community-based projects, ensuring you are ‘job Wood Occupations (Bench Joinery) Diploma 2 One year DIJ2 ready’ when you leave us. Wood Occupations (Site Carpentry) Diploma 2 One year DIW2 Construction Skills Certification Scheme Wood Occupations (Bench Joinery) Diploma 3 One year DIJ3 (CSCS) Cards CASE STUDY Civil Engineering HNC 4 One year UF4193 CSCS cards prove that individuals working on construction sites have the required training and “We are taught a variety of different Construction HNC 4 One year UF4216 techniques, and we learn all about qualifications for the type of work they carry out - Civil Engineering Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF4194 you must have a CSCS card to work onsite! All level painting and decorating from people 1 students will work towards gaining a CSCS card actually working in the industry. I Construction Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF4192 would highly recommend this course as part of their study programme. Civil Engineering BSc (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UF6049 as you get to go out and meet so many Those studying level 2 and level 3 courses will different people while learning the receive CSCS health and safety training and skills necessary for this industry.” test preparation incorporated within their study programme and will be given the opportunity to Luca Sanders For information on the above study programmes/courses, including progression to further courses or register, sit the exam and receive their card (if into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using the course code. successful) for a fee of £22. Painting & Decorating Level 2 Diploma Previous school: Lipson Community College CAREERS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY • Bricklayer • Building inspector Did you know we offer Apprenticeships in • Carpenter construction and the building trades? • Civil engineer For information on how you can earn while you • Electrician learn, please see pages 10-13. • Gas engineer 93% • Painter and decorator of students passed • Plasterer • Plumber their course in 2018/19 • Site foreman • Surveyor

20 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 21 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION CODE ENGINEERING, Motor Vehicle Diploma E One year EVT Motorcycle (Vehicle Maintenance & Repair) Diploma 1 One year VMSC AUTOMOTIVE & Motorsport (Vehicle Maintenance & Repair) Diploma 1 One year MSV Engineering Certificate 2 One year ECE2 MARINE Light Vehicle Maintenance Diploma 2 One year VMR2 Maritime Skills Diploma 2 One year DMS2 There are lots of engineering careers to choose Engineering Diploma 3 One - two years NDMD from and whether it’s mechanical, electrical, Motortech (Vehicle Maintenance & Repair) Diploma 3 One year VMR3 design or fabrication, there’s a course for you! As a professional and technical college, we Naval Architecture HNC 4 Two years UX9011 have a fantastic reputation for training sought- Electrical & Electronic Engineering Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF2790 after engineers for this national growth sector and have strong links with the region’s leading Marine Autonomous Vehicles Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFI0004 employers, including Rittal and Babcock. Marine Engineering Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF2794

We’ll sharpen your skills, help you compete in Mechanical Engineering Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF4933 national competitions, and teach you the tricks of Naval Architecture Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF4931 the trade, so you’ll be able to face the challenges of your new career. All our lecturers have industry CASE STUDY experience and will fully prepare you to enter the “There is always something new in For information on the above study programmes/courses, including progression to further courses or industry with the necessary skills and training into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using the course code. employers want. the engineering sector - it is always changing. This is why I enjoy reading around the topics we are learning in the classroom and taking on extra research.” CAREERS IN THE ENGINEERING, AUTOMOTIVE Amy Hayes & MARINE INDUSTRIES Naval Architecture • Automotive technician (car and Foundation Degree motorcycle) Previous school: • Boatbuilder Hele’s School • Boat outfitter • Design engineer • Electrical engineer • Electrical maintenance engineer • Electronic engineer • Fabricator • Marine engineer • Mechanical engineer Did you know we offer Apprenticeships in • Pipe fitter the engineering, automotive and marine • Scientist industries? • Toolmaker For information on how you can earn while you learn, 99% • Welder please see pages 10-13. of students passed their course in 2018/19

22 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 23 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION HAIR & BEAUTY CODE Hair & Beauty Sector Diploma 1 One year IHA Hair & Beauty Sector Diploma 1 One year IHAC Barbering Diploma 2 One year BARB Put your skills into practice in our fully Beauty Therapy Diploma 2 One year BSP2 equipped, state-of-the-art hairdressing and beauty salons: Creative Solutions and Hair & Media Make-up Diploma 2 One year HMU2 Stars Hair & Day Spa. Supported by trained Nail Technologies Certificate 2 One year NTS2C specialists with years of industry experience, you’ll practise your skills on paying clients, Women’s Hairdressing Diploma 2 One year DWMF building your customer service skills and Beauty & Spa Therapy Diploma 3 One year DBTV client base. Hairdressing Diploma 3 One year DHCF With the highest standards of training in Make-up Artistry Diploma 3 One year HMU3 hairdressing, nail technology, beauty therapy, waxing and a range of complementary therapies, Make-up Artistry & Hair Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFM0008 you can compete in various competitions, shows Make-up Artistry & Hair Design BA (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UFM0014 and enter the workplace with plenty of business experience. CASE STUDY “I aspire to do hair and make-up in the For information on the above study programmes/courses, including progression to further courses or media and TV industry, so this course into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using the course code. is giving me the perfect grounding. The College’s facilities are amazing and I’ve gained experience working on different clients and in different environments.” CAREERS IN THE HAIR & BEAUTY INDUSTRY Erin Bewers • Beauty consultant Hair & Media Make-up • Beauty therapist Level 2 Diploma • Business owner Previous school: • Cruise liner stylist/therapist Devonport High School for Girls • Customer service supervisor • Hair stylist • Holistic therapist • Image consultant • Make-up artist • Make-up consultant • Nail artist • Nail technician Did you know we offer Apprenticeships in • Sales advisor hairdressing and barbering? • Salon/spa manager For information on how you can earn while you learn, • Session stylist (including media please see pages 10-13. 97% and bridal hair and make-up) of students passed their course in 2018/19

24 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 25 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION HOSPITALITY & CODE Professional Cookery Diploma 1 One year DIPC1 CATERING Professional Cookery Diploma 2 One year DIPC2 Professional Food & Beverage Service Diploma 2 One year FBS2 Professional Cookery Diploma 3 One year DIPC3 Make and learn in our industry-standard training kitchens and gain first-hand Supervision in Food & Beverage Services Diploma 3 One - two years FBS3 experience serving your culinary creations in Events & Festivals Management Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF6635 our PL1 Restaurant, which has been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for Hospitality & Hotel Management Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF6622 three years running.

Study at a professional and technical college in a city which has been named as the ‘foodies’ For information on the above study programmes/courses, including progression to further courses or destination of choice’. You’ll get involved in into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using the course code. competitions and great events, such as Flavour Fest and the Devon Business Show. Our experienced lecturers and strong links with local employers will ensure you leave us with the essential employability skills you need to succeed. CASE STUDY “If you are thinking about this course, I would say just go for it! I’ve had some of the best experiences in my life at the College while also preparing for the career of my choice.”

Owen Mildren Professional Cookery Level 2 Diploma Previous school: St Boniface’s Catholic College

CAREERS IN THE HOSPITALITY & CATERING INDUSTRY • Bar manager • Caterer Did you know we offer Apprenticeships in • Chef hospitality and catering? • Commis chef For information on how you can earn while you learn, • Events manager please see pages 10-13. 99% • Front of house manager of students passed • Hotel manager their course in 2018/19 • Restaurant manager • Waiter • Waitress

26 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 27 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION LEARNING CODE Independence & Community Skills Award / Certificate E One year SDF DIFFICULTIES & Independence & Work Skills Award / Certificate E One year SDG DISABILITIES Independent Living Skills Award / Certificate E One year SDH4 Preparing for Work & Life Award / Certificate E One year SDH2 Supported Internship Programme with Award / Certificate E One year SDH8 Plymouth City Council It’s not always easy to follow the usual route through school and college into work. Vocational Options & Employability Skills Award / Certificate E One year SDH3 Sometimes there are hitches, problems and Workstart Award E/1 One year SDH1 obstacles that can seem tough to overcome. It may be that you have a disability or learning Skills Development (Project SEARCH) Diploma 1 One year SDH5 difficulty that has made getting into education or work a little more challenging; you may need a different approach to your learning; or maybe you need some real experience to help For information on the above study programmes/courses, including progression to further courses or you start your career. into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using the course code. Whatever your circumstances, our preparation for life and work study programmes are designed to CASE STUDY fill in the gaps in your knowledge, develop skills “Project SEARCH has really helped and to give you confidence in your own abilities. with my confidence. It was challenging Gain English, maths and ICT skills, and work at times, but extremely rewarding. towards nationally recognised qualifications to I would highly recommend Project build up your CV. We will also support you into SEARCH to anyone. The staff have further education, Apprenticeships or work. really helped me to control my anxieties.” Many of our students blossom whilst with us at the College, achieving their full potential. Daniel Bonnage Project SEARCH Previous school: Mill Ford School

100% of students passed their course in 2018/19

28 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 29 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION MEDIA, GAMES CODE Art, Design & Media Award 1 One year AD1 & COMPUTING Art & Design Award/Diploma 2 One year AD2 Media Award 2 One year CMPT2 Before we let you loose on the global job Media, Games & Computing Diploma 2 One year MGC2 market, our experienced and enthusiastic lecturers will set you on the path to your new Art & Design Diploma 3 One - two years AD3 career by training you in the disciplines you Computing Diploma 3 One - two years NAB need to succeed - such as good diagnostic and communication skills and a positive attitude. Creative Media Production & Technology Diploma 3 One - two years MED1 Esports Diploma 3 One - two years ECES3 Through our employer connections with media, games and computing companies and our Games Development (Creative Media Diploma 3 One - two years GNA student-led production company, One20 Digital, Production & Technology) our students work on real projects, developing Journalism Diploma 3 One - two years TBC essential practical skills and using state-of-the- art software. Past projects have included: music Business Computing Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF6279 documentaries broadcast across Plymouth; Creative Media Production Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFM0007 rebranding for prominent Plymouth organisations; production of 3D walkthroughs for local CASE STUDY Computer Systems Development Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF6281 businesses; and an educational video on trafficking Film Production Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFM0006 which is now being used throughout Europe! “Not only does City College offer you great experiences that prepare you Game Design & Production Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF5078 for the industry, but you have a very Software Development Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF3366 CAREERS IN THE MEDIA, supportive team of lecturers backing GAMES & COMPUTING you. They take the time to get to know Virtual Reality & 3D Modelling Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFI0001 INDUSTRIES you as an individual and how best to Applied Computer Science BSc (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UFI0002 support you.” • Advertising executive Ethical Hacking BA (Hons) - top-up 6 One year TBC • App designer Jack Henderson (Hons) • Camera operator Film & Creative Media BA - top-up 6 One year UFM0013 • Digital marketing manager Film & Creative Media Interactive Digital Immersion BA (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UFI0003 • DJ BA (Hons) • Engineer Previous school: • Games developer Plymstock School • Graphic designer • Help desk operator For information on the above study programmes/ • IT technician courses, including progression to further courses or • Journalist into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/ • Marketing manager courses and search using the course code. • Photographer • Press officer Did you know we offer Apprenticeships in • Producer the creative industries? • Radio presenter For information on how you can earn while you learn, • Software engineer 99% please see pages 10-13. • Support operator • Technician of students passed • Television presenter their course in 2018/19 • Web developer

30 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 31 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION PERFORMING CODE Music, Performing & Production Arts Diploma 1 One year DDE1 ARTS, MUSIC & Dance, Drama & Events Diploma 2 One year DDE2 LIVE EVENTS Music Performance & Production Diploma 2 One year FMU2 Dance Performance Diploma 3 One - two years DAN2 Live Events Production Diploma 3 One - two years LIV2

Are you creative, dedicated and enthusiastic? Music Creation & Performance Diploma 3 One - two years MUS2 Do you enjoy entertaining others and have Performing Arts (Creative Theatre Practice) Diploma 3 One - two years DRA2 talent, driving ambition, as well as the determination needed to work in the creative Acting for Digital Media Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFM0001 industries? At City College Plymouth you Creative Actor Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFM0002 will receive the best-possible professional, Dance Performance Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFM0005 vocational and technical training, with access to some of the best facilities in the South West. Live Events Production Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFM0004 Our industry-standard professional drama and Music Practitioner Foundation Degree 5 Two years UFM0003 dance studios (complete with full light rigging and stage props), music practice suites, Dance Performance BA (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UFM0012 recording studios and IT suites are here to CASE STUDY Live Events Production BA (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UFM0011 support your creative talents. “I have honestly loved every minute of Music Practitioner BA (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UFM0010 being at the College and have learnt so Our study programmes are taught by industry Professional Acting for Stage & Screen BA (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UFM0009 specialists and experienced lecturers, and much. There is a big focus on practical they include trips to local performance venues learning; I spent the majority of my and festivals to see both the set-up and live time dancing and working in the studio performance, and you will regularly meet and work space through regular technique with industry experts. classes, workshops and choreographic sessions.” For information on the above study programmes/ CAREERS IN THE courses, including progression to further courses or Charlotte Potts PERFORMING ARTS, MUSIC into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/ Dance Performance & LIVE EVENTS INDUSTRIES courses and search using the course code. BA (Hons) • Actor Previous school: Stoke Damerel • Choreographer Community College • Composer for film, TV and media • Dancer • Director • DJ • Musician • Music producer • Producer • Singer • Sound and lighting designer/ 99% engineer of students passed • Stage manager • Studio engineer their course in 2018/19 • Technician • Television presenter

32 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 33 PUBLIC

COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION SERVICES CODE Armed Forces Preparation Diploma 2 One year FPSF Police, Crime & Community Diploma 2 One year FPSP Not sure which path is right for you? We’ll Armed Forces Preparation Diploma 3 One - two years NPS1DF support you in exploring the various public Police, Crime & Community Diploma 3 One - two years NPS1DP services and help you to develop the personal skills and qualities that your chosen career Community & Public Services Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF6300 requires. Community & Public Service BSc (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UF6057 Management Our popular study programmes are taught by highly skilled and qualified staff, with backgrounds Community & Public Service BSc (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UF6058 in public service. You’ll meet challenges both in the Management (Healthcare) classroom and in outdoor environments, including: Dartmoor, coastal and water locations, and various sporting venues around Plymouth. Overcome these trials and develop your natural talents in team-building, leadership, adventure activities and competitive sports, so you start your new career CASE STUDY For information on the above study programmes/courses, including progression to further courses or physically and mentally robust and ready to tackle “I love the variety of the classes I have into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using the course code. its demands. on this course. One day we can be learning about law, the next we’re out doing sports, or even learning about criminal behaviour. If you have an CAREERS IN THE UNIFORMED interest in anything to do with public services then this course will not let PUBLIC SERVICES INCLUDE ROLES you down!” WITHIN THE: • Ambulance service Charlie Wells • British Army Public Services • Fire service Level 3 Diploma • HM Prison service • Police Previous school: • Royal Air Force Coombe Dean • Royal Marines • Royal Navy

CAREERS IN THE NON-UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICES INCLUDE: • Customs and excise officer • Education officer • Environment officer 99% • Health worker of students passed • Local council officer • Probation officer their course in 2018/19 • Social worker • Voluntary sector worker

34 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 35 COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION SCIENCE CODE Applied Science Diploma 1 One year IDAS Applied Science Certificate 2 One year SAT

Applied Science (Biomedical Science) Diploma 3 One - two years FDAS Through our study programmes, we will help Environmental Science Diploma 3 One - two years FDES you train your natural curiosity and inquiring Food Science Diploma 3 One - two years FDFS mind to seek out answers about the world around you. Learn how to question, investigate, Forensic & Criminal Investigation Diploma 3 One - two years FDFC report and communicate your findings, and Applied Sciences (Biology) HNC 4 One year HNCAS explore the scientific methods and principles that, combined with good practice, will support your investigations.

Face realistic workplace situations, including working in impressive science labs with all the latest equipment. You will also have the opportunity to attend several exciting and varied field trips to enhance your learning.

Our exciting level 3 science pathways will give you CASE STUDY the best platform for progression, building a good “I love the practical work on this course. foundation of skills in science before selecting We are always very busy and it is really more specialist units to study. After successful varied - it is very difficult to become completion of year one (course codes FDAS, FDFC bored!” or NDESD), you will be able to progress to year two and specialise further in one of three fields: forensic and criminal investigation, biomedical Bradley Jane science or marine science and conservation. Applied Science Level 3 Diploma Previous school: Home-schooled

CAREERS IN THE SCIENCE For information on the above study INDUSTRY programmes/courses, including progression • Biologist to further courses or into employment, please • Chemist visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and • Clinical researcher search using the course code. • Dental nurse • Environmental scientist • Forensic scientist 98% • Lab technician of students passed • Marine scientist • Nurse their course in 2018/19 • Physicist • Teacher

36 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 37 SPORT & LEISURE COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION CODE City College Plymouth has a vibrant Sport & Fitness Diploma 1 One year DSL1 sports community and you will gain first- Sports Diploma 2 One year DSE hand experience through its links with local sporting clubs. Compete locally and Sport, Fitness & Personal Training Diploma 3 One - two years DSP1F regionally with our academies in conjunction Coaching & Development Diploma 3 One - two years DSP1CD with Plymouth Argyle Football Club and Plymouth Raiders Basketball Club. Sports Therapy & Injury Rehabilitation Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF2691 Strength Conditioning & Sports Coaching Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF3593 Our dedicated staff, specialising in strength conditioning, sports therapy, sports coaching, Sports Rehabilitation with Strength & BSc (Hons) - top-up 6 One year UF5762 sports development and water-based sports, will Conditioning or Sports Therapy help develop your sporting knowledge and guide you towards a suitable career path. You will also acquire employability skills thanks to high-quality work experience, and you will be encouraged to CASE STUDY develop your business ethos and entrepreneurial For information on the above study programmes/courses, including progression to further courses or skills. “I can’t praise the sports lecturers into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using the course code. enough. They have been so helpful and supportive during my two years at the College. They have taught me to strive to be the best I can possibly be and I have truly appreciated their support throughout the process of applying to university.” CAREERS IN THE SPORT & LEISURE INDUSTRIES Issey Aspen • Gym/fitness instructor Sport • Health and wellbeing specialist Level 3 Diploma • Lifeguard Previous school: • Outdoor pursuits co-ordinator Callington Community College • Personal trainer • Physical education teacher • Professional sports competitor • Specialist health and exercise instructor • Sports coach • Sports commentator • Sports development officer • Sports events manager • Sports journalist 99% • Sports scientist of students passed • Sports therapist their course in 2018/19 • Strength and conditioning coach

38 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 39 TRAVEL & TOURISM COURSE SUBJECT TITLE COURSE TYPE LEVEL DURATION CODE Our professional and technical study Introduction to Aviation, Travel & Tourism Certificate 1 One year CTT programmes combine classroom theory and Air Cabin Crew Diploma 2 One year DACC hands-on practical training, delivered by lecturers with experience of working in the Travel & Tourism Diploma 2 One year TTF industry. Our strong links to the travel and Travel & Tourism Diploma 3 One - two years IDTT3 tourism sector give you the opportunity to get behind the scenes with off-site visits, guest Highlights of Tourism Diploma 3 One year TRV3 speakers and workshops with the likes of the International Tourism Management Foundation Degree 5 Two years UF6637 Destination Plymouth Tourism Conference, Great Western Railway and Heathrow Airport.

Come fly in our amazing replica air cabin, which provides a realistic working environment for you to practise all types of travel and For information on the above study programmes/courses, including progression to further courses or tourism activities, such as health and safety CASE STUDY into employment, please visit www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses and search using the course code. demonstrations, transfer speeches, welcome “I’ve loved the course - especially meetings, customer service and first aid, and to perfect your customer care skills in real-life the trips! Going to new places with scenarios. You can also be part of our exciting new people is an adventure. As well overseas residential trips which have included as gaining knowledge of the tourism global tourist hotspots. industry in different countries, you come back with new friendships and great memories. I’ve definitely caught the travel bug.”

Callum Hardy CAREERS IN THE TRAVEL & Travel & Tourism TOURISM INDUSTRIES Diploma Level 3 • Air cabin crew Previous school: • Airline representative Sir John Hunt Community • Attractions and resort manager Sports College • Children’s representative • Conference and event organiser • Corporate travel facilitator • Cruise ship staff • Cruise ship entertainer • Hotel receptionist • In-resort wedding planner • Rail company staff 99% • Resort representative • Tour operator of students passed • Travel agent their course in 2018/19

40 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 41 The Application Process

STEP 1 Choose your study programme/course and apply online at www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses.

STEP 2 The College acknowledges receiving your application.

STEP 3 The College invites you to an informal interview (either face-to-face or virtually) - you are more than welcome to APPLYING involve your parents/carers. When should I apply? What if I have an Education, Health and We recommend that you apply for your chosen Care Plan? STEP 4 study programme/course as early as possible If you have an Education, Health and Care Plan, You attend the interview and discuss the most suitable course to ensure confirmation of a place. We do accept please let us know as soon as possible by stating for you. The College offers you a place on a study programme/ applications after Easter, but these places are it on your application so that we can fully discuss offered on a first-come, first-served basis. how best to support your career pathway. course, subject to any pending exam results. Can I apply for more than one study What if I want to do an Apprenticeship? programme/course? We recommend you apply for a full-time study STEP 5 Yes. If you’re accepted for two or more study programme in your chosen area of interest, as programmes/courses please inform us of your Attend your College Prep Day in July - meet your fellow well as your Apprenticeship, just in case you are final choice as soon as possible so that unwanted unable to find a suitable employer. students and lecturers, and have a bit of fun! places can be offered to other applicants.

How do I apply? What if I want to apply for a Foundation Choose your study programme/course and apply Degree? STEP 6 online at www.cityplym.ac.uk/courses. If you do To apply for a full-time Foundation Degree you will During the summer holiday we will send you an online link not have access to IT equipment to enable you to need to visit www.ucas.com or call where you can access your joining instructions - these will apply online, please call our College Information 03714 680468. The institution code for City include details of your first day and how to apply for a subsidised team on 01752 305300. College Plymouth is C83. travel pass.

42 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 43 INFORMATION FOR Myth busting! PARENTS/CARERS Do young people have to stay in school until they’re 18?

No - young people are required to stay in to Encourage Your Son/Daughter education or training, but these choices include going to College or doing an Apprenticeship. “Our son left his secondary school to Choose City College Plymouth They do not have to stay at school. with seven good GCSE passes, but his We’re no.1* - thanks to the successful confidence and self-esteem were low. Here are some other post-16 education facts combination of industry-experienced We have always had to push him to you need to know … lecturers and high-quality work complete his homework and he did not experience, we are first in the South really enjoy his last year of schooling. Young people DO NOT have to West for 16 to 18-year-old achievement; Joining City College was a risk for and first in the South West and him as he left all of his friends behind stay at school until they achieve Why choose second nationally for Apprenticeship and had to start over. It has been the a GCSE grade 4/5 (previously making of him. achievement. a grade C) in both English and City College maths. They can study GCSEs part- “Our son’s dream of becoming a police Learn from the experts - our time to support another course/study Plymouth? officer has been given a great start in lecturers have lived the subjects they programme or try functional skills the right direction. For the first time in teach, but are also deeply passionate As a college that enables every three years he is enjoying learning and (equivalent qualifications in practical about passing this knowledge onto English and maths skills). student to be the best that they can the next generation of skilled workers the teaching style of staff suits him be, City College helps young people and preparing your child for the best perfectly. He has become confident to Young people CAN apply for an make the transition from school to ask for help as and when needed and he possible start to their working life. Apprenticeship even if they do university, or into the world of work. has developed a great deal of resilience not achieve a GCSE grade 4/5 in Whatever the next step may be, Strong links with employers - our in just a few months. The College staff we train people to get THE job or curriculum and facilities are shaped have high expectations of him, and this English and maths. As part of City progress on to THE university-level by our employer partners so your in turn impacts on his own aspirations - College’s Apprenticeship provision, course they want. children get the skills they need to win he aims for merits and distinctions and they will study functional skills - these competitions, get their dream job, or has achieved this in all his assignments are practical maths and English skills Being able to take students right up to university-level study and even start their own business. so far. relevant to their Apprenticeship. beyond is one of the key differences Welfare is key - City College is “The communication we have If young people choose a BTEC between the College and school. It committed to the health and wellbeing received from his lecturer has been qualification, they CAN go on to allows strong relationships to form, of students and staff, and the College outstanding. Any concerns or worries study a university-level course. For and the range of ages creates a are quickly allayed and feedback about specific degree and Foundation Degree mature learning environment. Our has been praised by Ofsted for creating Careers team will give advice on the his academic progress and excellent entry requirements, please visit the an environment in which students feel appropriate level of qualification and behaviour has been well received. safe and cared-for, with many channels UCAS website www.ucas.com. progression routes before students

of support open to them. join and throughout their time at “We would have no hesitation in College is NOT like school. Students get to experience so much College. Careers guidance is FREE, Individualised teaching - staff recommending City College to other impartial and confidential. recognise that students are individuals parents.” more than just sitting in a classroom. with their own talents, interests and Hands-on training, getting to grips needs, and they tailor their teaching Parent of a level 3 public with our industry-standard facilities, to ensure the very best outcome for services student meeting employers, and building core every single student. Work experience employability skills are just some of is carefully selected depending on your the reasons to ‘be part of it’. child’s stage of their learning journey. * National Achievement Rate Tables 2018/19 (colleges).

44 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 45 College facts Safeguarding and being safe at College Meal Scheme College The College runs a FREE breakfast club for 12+ subject areas to choose from The College takes its responsibilities for students (excluding apprentices) during term time Ofsted rated ‘good’ offering university-level degrees, the safety and well-being of its students and support for students entitled to a free college with outstanding BTECs, Apprenticeships and more very seriously. There is a designated and meal. features (2020) specially trained Safeguarding team who support and advise students and staff in all Travel aspects of ‘being safe’. There are a number of travel options available to Awarded TEF GOLD 60+ hours of work experience full-time students. During term-time, the College for our higher as standard Safeguarding incorporates a range of operates a FREE bus service running between the matters including health and safety education provision City Centre, Plymouth rail station and Kings Road. (including online safety), protection If you live further afield in Plymouth, Devon and (Teaching Excellence from abuse or exploitation, anti-bullying Framework 2017) Facilities second to none - designed with Cornwall, you may be eligible for some financial (including cyber-bullying), staying safe assistance to help with travel costs. employers, our industry-level workshops online and associated matters. feature state-of-the-art equipment to The College encourages students and staff to replicate real work environments Costs and funding travel by ‘green’ methods where possible. For College stats Our Student Funding team provides those wishing to cycle, the College has a selection information, advice and guidance about the of secure bike lockers for you to use whilst on range of funds on offer. They can help with: campus, plus changing facilities and showers are available. • sources of financial support and funding in the South West for 16 to in the South West in the country for applications 18-year-old achievement for level 3 A Level student satisfaction • travel options and funding (National Achievement Rate Tables equivalent qualifications (FE Choices 2018) • childcare provision and funding 2018/19 - colleges) (National Achievement Rate Tables • emergency hardship 2018/19 - colleges) • meal support.

For those aged 16 to 18 studying a full-time course funded by the Education & Skills positive rating from students train with Funding Agency, there are no tuition fees employers us each year (does not apply to international students). (2018/19 FE Choices Employer Satisfaction Survey)

1st in the South West Apprenticeship for Apprenticeship achievement facts (National Achievement Rate Tables 2018/19 - colleges)

96% of our Our achievement 50+ apprentices get a rates are 19% Apprenticeship permanent job above the national vacancies average

46 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 47 Extra help in the classroom Welfare The College is committed to helping The College has a team of Student Liaison all students by giving them support to Support Workers whose role is to provide be successful on their chosen study informal support to students who are programme/course. If your son/daughter struggling with their study programme. has an Education, Health and Care Plan or a learning disability that may affect their They liaise with personal tutors and other learning or participation, we need to know College staff to identify students who need as soon as possible so we can ensure they help. They then work on a one-to-one basis receive the right support and assistance. in whatever ways will help the students to This information is only used for support improve their attendance, enjoy College life purposes. and get them back on track.

Students can tell us about this on their application form, at interview, at enrolment, during induction or at any time during their time at the College. We respect a student’s right not to tell us about a disability, but this may affect the College’s ability to provide the appropriate level of support.

THE PRINCE’S TRUST TEAM PROGRAMME The Prince’s Trust team will During the programme you can: improve your confidence and • gain nationally recognised qualifications • spend a week away on a team-building make you more employable! residential • uncover hidden talents • meet new friends • improve motivation and self-confidence • take on some responsibility • develop team-working skills • raise your awareness of your local To find out more call 01752 856827 community and how you can contribute to it or send a text to 07967 772651. • have a really good time!

48 www.cityplym.ac.uk I 01752 305300 I [email protected] 49 The College information desk is open from 8.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Thursday and 8.00am to 5.00pm on Fridays during term-time. During holidays the desk is open from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 4.30pm on Fridays.

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