Truro College Further Education Prospectus discover the difference Welcome

It has been another remarkable Tertiary colleges such as this To deliver these high levels year of success for Truro and one have established a very of student achievement, we Penwith College. high reputation for the quality of focus constantly on providing their specialist post-16 expertise outstanding teaching, Our students have achieved and learning environments, for exceptional personal support, record-breaking results across the wide range and flexibility and world-class facilities. Our the whole range of our offer, of the courses they offer on impressive academies at the in partnership with excellent both academic and vocational College provide a platform for teaching and support staff who pathways, and for their students to pursue excellence deliver the highest standards examination results. in specific fields such as of education. The College sports, medicine, music, art, continues to expand its world- Truro and Penwith College is and enterprise, alongside their class facilities and to enhance a leading example of a Tertiary chosen course. They also access and opportunity for college and is recognised ensure that specialised guidance students across Cornwall. nationally as one of the very best and support is available providers of post-16 education for applications to the most We are one of the very best and training. Results for A Level, competitive degree courses and colleges in the country and were vocational courses, work-based to the most selective universities. delighted when Ofsted again learning and the International designated us Outstanding in Baccalaureate have been As you explore our prospectus, its most recent inspection of our exceptional again this year. you will see the level of passion work. Our students not only achieve and commitment we bring to all outstanding outcomes, but the aspects of College life. I hope best progression opportunities you will decide to become a part into Higher Education and of our College, and in doing so employment which follow from create your own outstanding those outcomes. It is their experiences, achievements and success that allows us to present futures. ourselves with confidence as the best educational institution for David Walrond you to pursue your ambitions. Truro and Penwith College Principal

02 Contents

Course Listing 04

Outstanding Education 06 Outstanding Results 08 Outstanding Experiences 10 Outstanding Academies 13 Outstanding Opportunities 14

Options Explained 16

Courses & Training Programmes 20

Apprenticeships 22 Art & Design 38 Automotive & Engineering 44 Business & Law 48 Care, Community & Education 54 Computing & IT 58 Construction 62 English & Languages 68 Food, Catering & Hospitality 74 Foundation Studies 78 Hair & Beauty 82 Humanities & Social Sciences 88 IB Diploma 94 Mathematics 98 Media & Photography 102 Music & Performing Arts 108 Personal & Professional Development 116 Public Services 120 Science 124 Sport 130

Academies 134

The Low-down 144 Frequently Asked Questions 151 Your Journey to College 152 Lifelong Learning 154

How to Apply 156 We are open. Visit us 157 Index 158

03 Psychology 93 Sociology 93 IB Diploma 94 Course Mathematics 98 This two-year, Level 3 course is an excellent Mathematics 100 alternative to A Levels and provides a Further Mathematics 100 broad-based education. The IB Diploma is widely accepted by universities. Media & Photography 102 Listing Film Studies 104 Media Studies 104 A Levels Photography 104 Vocational Music & Performing Arts 108 These work-related qualifications will You can study a wide variety of subjects and Dance 110 prepare you for progression to Higher keep your options open. You will choose Drama & Theatre Studies 110 Education or employment. They are up to five subjects at AS Level (first year) Music 110 excellent choices if you know the area of and most students will continue with four Music Technology 110 study or career pathway you wish to pursue. subjects at A2 Level in the second year. A These courses are available at Level (L) 1, Levels are Level 3 courses. Science 124 2 and 3. Biology 126 Art & Design 38 Chemistry 126 Art & Design 38 Art & Design (Critical & Contextual Environmental Science 127 Art & Design UAL L2 Diploma 43 Studies) 40 Geology 127 Art & Design UAL L3 Extended Diploma 43 Fine Art 40 Physics 128 Illustration/Graphics 40 Automotive & Engineering 44 Product Design & the Built Environment 42 Sport 130 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Textiles Fashion 42 Physical Education 132 L1 Diploma 46 Textiles 42 Engineering L2 Diploma 47 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Automotive & Engineering 44 L2 Diploma 47 Electronics 46 Subsidiary Engineering L3 Extended Diploma 47 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Business & Law 48 Diploma & L3 Diploma 47 Accounting 50 Business Studies 50 Extended Cert/ Business & Law 48 Economics 50 Business Administration L2 Certificate 52 Law 52 Diploma Business/Travel & Tourism L2 Diploma 52 Business L3 Extended Diploma 52 Computing & IT 58 Subsidiary Certificates and Diplomas are Business Administration L3 Certificate 53 Computer Science 60 an excellent addition if you are studying A Travel & Tourism L3 Extended Diploma 53 Levels. It can add breadth to your academic English & Languages 68 programme and provide a vocationally Care, Community & Education 54 English Language 70 relevant dimension. The Level 3 course is Exploring the Caring Sectors English Language & Literature 70 equivalent to one A Level. L1 Progression 56 English Literature 70 Health & Social Care L2 Progression 57 French 72 Care, Community & Education 54 Children’s Play, Learning & Development German 72 Health & Social Care L3 Certificate / L3 Extended Diploma 57 Italian 73 Diploma 56 Health & Social Care (Health Studies) Italian for Beginners 73 L3 Extended Diploma 57 Spanish 73 Computing & IT 58 Health & Social Care (Social Care) Spanish for Beginners 73 Information Technology L3 Extended L3 Extended Diploma 57 Certificate 60 Humanities & Social Sciences 88 Ancient History 90 Music & Performing Arts 108 Classical Civilisation 90 Music (Classical/Jazz) L3 Subsidiary Geography 90 Diploma 112 History 92 Musical Theatre L3 Subsidiary Diploma 112 Philosophy, Religion & Ethics 92 Music (Rock & Pop) Level 3 Subsidiary Politics 92 Diploma 112

04 Computing & IT 58 Music & Performing Arts 108 Business & Law Introduction to Information Technology Acting L2 Progression 112 Business Administration L2 26 L1 Progression 60 Music L2 Progression 113 Customer Service Practitioner L2 26 Information & Creative Technology Production Arts L2 Progression 113 Retailer L2 28 L2 Progression 60 Music L3 Extended Diploma 114 Assistant Accountant L3 28 IT Practitioners: General IT L3 Extended Music Technology L3 Extended Diploma 114 Business Administration L3 28 Diploma 61 Performing Arts: Dance L3 Extended Digital Marketer L3 28 IT Practitioners: Software Development Diploma 115 Manager L3 29 L3 Extended Diploma 61 Performing Arts: Performance L3 Medical Administration L3 29 Extended Diploma 115 Retail Team Leader L3 29 Construction 62 Production Arts & Live Events L3 Bricklaying L1 Diploma 64 Extended Diploma 115 Care, Community & Education Carpentry & Joinery L1 Diploma 64 Adult Care Worker L2 30 Plastering L1 Diploma 64 Personal & Professional Children & Young Peoples Workforce L2 30 Architectural Joinery L2 Technical Development 116 Supporting Teaching & Learning in Certificate 64 Traineeships L1, 2 & 3 118 Schools L2 31 Bricklaying L2 Technical Certificate 66 Personal & Professional Development Early Years Educator L3 31 Plastering L2 Technical Certificate 66 L2 & 3 118 Lead Adult Care Worker L3 31 Site Carpentry L2 Technical Certificate 66 Specialist Support for Teaching & Architectural Joinery L3 Advanced Public Services 120 Learning in Schools L3 31 Technical Diploma 66 Public Services L2 Progression 122 Bricklaying L3 Advanced Technical Public Services L3 Extended Diploma 122 Construction Diploma 67 Craft Masonry & Bricklaying L2 32 Site Carpentry L3 Advanced Technical Science 124 Maintenance Operations L2 32 Diploma 67 Applied Science (Analytical & Forensic Painting & Decorating L2 32 Science) L3 Extended Diploma 128 Plastering L2 33 Food, Catering & Hospitality 74 Applied Science (Biomedical Science) Property Maintenance L2 33 Professional Cookery L1 Diploma 76 L3 Extended Diploma 128 Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery L2 33 Professional Cookery L2 Diploma 76 Bricklaying L3 33 Food & Beverage Supervision Sport 130 Painting & Decorating L3 34 L3 Diploma 77 Sport Level 2 Progression 132 Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery L3 34 Advanced Professional Cookery Outdoor Adventure L3 Extended L3 Diploma 77 Diploma 132 Food, Catering & Hospitality Sport L3 Extended Diploma 133 Commis Chef L2 34 Foundation Studies 78 Sport & Exercise Science L3 Extended Hospitality Team Member L2 34 Access Inclusive Learning 80 Diploma 133 Chef de Partie L3 35 Access Skills Development 80 Hospitality Supervisor L3 35 Access to Community & Education 80 Senior Chef in Production Cooking L3 35 Skilled for Life 80 Apprenticeships Hair & Beauty Hair & Beauty 82 Barbering L2 36 Hair & Beauty Skills L1 Diploma 84 Apprenticeships are an opportunity to earn a Beauty Therapy L2 36 Barbering L2 Diploma 84 real wage, gain practical skills and complete Hairdressing L2 36 Beauty Therapy L2 Diploma 84 nationally-recognised qualifications while Beauty Therapy L3 37 Ladies Hairdressing L2 Diploma 84 working for a local business. Hairdressing L3 37 Beauty Therapy L3 Diploma 85 Nail Services L3 37 Hairdressing L3 Diploma 85 Automotive & Engineering Nail Technologies L3 Diploma 86 General Welding L2 25 Warehousing Theatrical & Media Make-up L3 Diploma 86 Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair L2 25 Warehouse L2 37 Manufacturing Engineering CNC L3 25 Media & Photography 102 Mechanical Maintenance Engineer L3 25 Media & Photography L1 Progression 106 Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair L3 26 Art & Design: Photography UAL L2 Multi-Position Welder L3 26 Progression 106 Creative Media Production & Technology UAL L2 Progression 107 Art & Design: Photography UAL L3 Extended Diploma 107 Creative Media Production & Technology UAL L3 Extended Diploma 107 05 Outstanding Education Your education and your future couldn’t be in better hands when you choose to join Truro and Penwith College.

We are officially recognised as one of the best colleges in the country and Ofsted has awarded the College ‘Outstanding’ status as a result of its inspection in 2016.

Not only are we the best performing state A Level provider in Cornwall, we are also one of the highest performing colleges nationally on all courses at all levels. You can choose from a huge range of A Levels, Vocational courses and Apprenticeships, all taught by highly-qualified, specialist educators. We are also the only college in Cornwall to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and our results place us as the top, non- selective, state provider of the qualification in the country.

The positive and nurturing environment, combined with world-class facilities and exceptional tutors, provides you with the best opportunity to achieve your educational goals. So whether you have a career in mind, or you are still exploring your options, we have the perfect course for you.

It’s time to be Outstanding.

06 Ofsted inspectors reveal why studying at Truro and Penwith College is the best way to secure your dream university place, career and future:

“There is a culture of striving for excellence and continuous improvement, which is evident across the whole organisation.”

“Teachers are highly skilled, apply their expertise to great effect in planning lessons, and bring a passion to their teaching that challenges and inspires learners to make rapid progress.”

“Learners make exceptional progress, often well above that which their expectations and their qualifications on entry would predict.”

“Excellent facilities and resources for learning.”

“Learners enjoy great success because of the ethos of aspiration and achievement that pervades the College."

Read the full report on our website truro-penwith.ac.uk

07 Outstanding Results While we know you will have the time of your life at Truro and Penwith College, it is of course your results that matter.

Fortunately, you will be studying at one of the best non-selective Colleges in the country when it comes to academic achievement. Truro and Penwith College students achieve significantly higher grades than those predicted by their GCSE results.

The Government’s official national 2016 post-16 Performance Tables show that on every one of the 11 key attainment measures covering both academic and vocational provision, the College’s performance is above both the national and Cornwall averages.

08 A Levels Vocational IB Diploma

In 2017 our students achieved A record-equalling 86% of Nearly 1000 students Exceptional performance on outstanding A Level results at students passed with the higher successfully completed their the IB Diploma meant that the Truro and Penwith College, grades of A-C (compared to the two-year Level 3 vocational ‘points per student’ score for all which once again has beaten the national A-C grade pass rate of courses this summer with again academic courses at the College national average with more than 77%). most students achieving very reached an incredible 831.9. a 99% pass rate. high grades. These figures make Very high numbers of Truro and Penwith College one A total of 35 students completed Additionally, students achieved students were successful in of the largest providers of higher the IB diploma at Truro College a 100% pass rate in a total of STEM (Science, Technology, level vocational qualifications this year, with the average score 39 A Level subjects across the Engineering and Maths) A Level nationally, as well as one of of 36 points being equivalent to College’s campuses in Truro and subjects: the most successful in terms of two A*s and two As at A Level. Penzance. Biology: 155 students achievement levels. Chemistry: 130 students Out of a possible 45 points in all, On the ‘points per student score’ Physics: 90 students On BTEC Level 3 Extended 40 points on the IB is equivalent for A Level, which effectively Mathematics: 241 students Diploma courses, 396 in UCAS points to more than measures the university students achieved at least four A*s at A Level, or more than “currency” students have earned, Very high numbers were also a triple Distinction, which is five A grades at A Level. 29% of the college’s score of 819 was successful in other traditional equivalent to three As at A the IB students at Truro College not only well above any other ‘facilitating’ subjects: Level, representing nearly two achieved 40 or more points this state provider in Cornwall but English: 339 students thirds of all the students, which year. also exceeded the national Geography: 138 students is nearly double the national average score by over 50 points. History: 126 students average. Impressively, over half The top two students in the year of these students attained the achieved 44 points - equal to Students achieved significantly very highest grade possible, the nearly five A*s at A Level. One higher grades than those triple Distinction star, which is will be accepting her place at predicted by their GCSE equivalent to three A* grades at UCL to read Arts and Sciences, results and on this value- A Level. with the other reading Social added measure the College Anthropology at Edinburgh outperforms not only the rest of University after taking a year out Cornwall but over 95% of the to travel. 2,500 state school and college providers in England.

09 Outstanding Experiences When you start at Truro and Penwith College you will meet new people who share your ambitions and will be supported by highly motivated and inspirational tutors.

You will choose your favourite places to hang out as you become familiar with the fantastic facilities in modern, purpose-built buildings. Whether lounging on the grass under the sun, grabbing a coffee before heading to the recording studios to work on your music, or throwing on your trainers and working out at the gym, life around lessons is rich, varied and a lot of fun.

Back in the classrooms, the quality of teaching and modern, industry-standard equipment across the curriculum will inspire you to make continued progress throughout your studies. You will also love experiencing your own transformation, as College prepares you for the next stage of your life.

We know that universities and employers look for talented, well-rounded individuals who know how to excel in an adult environment, so thanks to the College’s vibrant and inclusive social scene, along with some of the best educational, artistic and sporting facilities in the country, you will be in the perfect environment to surpass your goals and lead a life of endless opportunity.

It’s exciting, challenging and rewarding, and the College is here to support you every step of the way.

10 Study in a positive environment with brand-new buildings, facilities and resources

Space to relax, make friends & socialise

State-of-the-art and industry standard equipment to enhance your learning experience

Fantastic support & guidance to help you get the very most out of College

11 12 Outstanding Academies Whether it is sporting, academic or artistic, by joining an academy you will love being immersed in an environment that will see your skill-levels soar.

The achievements of our academy students are a huge source of pride for all involved, with many representing their country in sport, gaining national recognition with their music or breaking new ground in their chosen field of study.

Your time with your academy doesn’t interfere with your full-time course studies and will lead to incredible opportunities.

Just ask Jack Nowell, England RFU player and Six nations Grand Slam Champion or Andrew Henderson, professional football freestyler who claimed the Red Bull Street Style World Final title in Brazil, about how academies have helped change their lives. Truro and Penwith College can help you take that step from Cornwall to the world stage.

Find out more on page 134.

13 Outstanding Opportunities The combination of brilliant facilities, expert tuition and a positive campus atmosphere allow you to achieve your true potential.

Former and current pupils are having the most incredible experiences thanks to their ambition and the support given to all pupils at Truro and Penwith College. We will help you get where you want to go, no matter where in the world that may be. Here is just a taster:

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1 The Rugby Academy have toured Japan, Canada, Dubia and South Africa 2 Italian students immerse themselves in the culture of Venice 3 A Level and IB students visit Swaziland and raise funds for orphaned children 4 Spanish students have hit the heights of Machu Picchu in Peru 5 Biology students help to assess the biodiversity of Cusuco National Park in Honduras and study the Coral Reefs of Roatan Island 6 Performing Arts students see the bright lights of Broadway in New York City 7 Geography students have memories to last a lifetime from Iceland 14 Ben Kent and Ben Hicks represented Great Britain in the Triathlon World Championships in Chicago. Elite athletes at the College are given personalised coaching and bespoke training programmes to ensure they reach their full potential.

Jack Nowell and Luke Cowen-Dickie have travelled the world securing glory for England and Cornwall. Our Sports Academies have students playing at the very highest levels of their chosen sports, representing their country across the globe.

Gabriella Fenton secured a place at prestigious US university Yale on a grant that covered her fees, travel, food and accommodation. She said her English Lecturer and Personal Tutor at Truro College was instrumental in giving her the opportunity of a lifetime. Come and seize your opportunity.

Sam Palladio is an actor and musician who stars as Gunnar Scott in the musical drama series Nashville. Supported by his tutors, Sam had a band called ‘Liquid Sister’ at Truro 15 College and gigged around Cornwall. Don’t let anyone tell you Hollywood is a dream too far. Options Explained Are you aware just how many options there are for you? You have so much choice.

If you want to stay in full-time education, you can choose subjects that interest you, either a variety at A Level or on the IB Diploma, or specialising in one area on a Vocational course. You may decide classroom-based learning isn’t for you anymore. Many of our full-time Vocational courses are practically based, or you could start an Apprenticeship, learning while at work and coming to College on specific days. We also offer programmes for those with no prior qualifications and who are seeking employment or access to full-time education.

All of these options will give you an advantage whether you want to find a job or go on to university. We’ll help you make the choice that’s right for you.

For more information and to discuss your options in further detail make sure you come along to one of our many open events. Here you will also get the opportunity to see our fantastic facilities and find out about your life as a student at one of the best colleges in the country.

Please see page 157 for our open event dates.

Please note at the time of going to print the College is awaiting clarification from awarding bodies regarding provision which will be approved to run from 2018.

16 New GCSE Grades Explained Foundation Studies (Entry & Level 1) The new GCSEs will be graded 1 to 9, with 9 being the top grade. Grade C and above = Grade 4 and above How long is it? Various durations.

What do you need? No prior qualification required.

9 What is it? These Entry Level and Level 1 courses are designed A* to enable students with learning difficulties and disabilities to obtain 8 the skills they need to participate within the community. Many A programmes are tailored to your individual need and have a flexible 7 approach.

6 B Progression (Level 1 & 2) 5 C How long is it? 1 year. 4 What do you need? Progression 1: No prior qualification required. Progression 2: You are required to achieve 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 including English Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths.

D What is it? These courses are focused on progression, either to 3 further study or into employment. You will develop knowledge and E understanding by applying your learning and skills in a work-related F 2 context. 1 Progression 1 pathways include Functional Skills English and Maths G up to Level 1 and a Work Skills qualification. Achievement at Level 1 is essential for progression onto Level 2 courses. A Progression 1 Vocational Taster course is also available to allow you to sample many different subject areas. Progression 2 is the pathway to Level 3 U U courses including Extended Diplomas and in specific instances, to A Levels. Progression 2 involves Level 2 English and maths plus a vocational qualification. This provides the platform for progression to a wide range of courses. Assessment will be through a combination of external examination and coursework. Personal & Professional Development (Level 1, 2 & 3) Subsidiary Diploma & Extended How long is it? Various durations. Certificate/Diploma (Level 3) What do you need? No prior qualification required. How long is it? Two years. What is it? These programmes put an equal emphasis on qualifications and work experience leading to an Apprenticeship, What do you need? Four GCSEs at Grade C or above or a Level 2 Further Education or paid employment. Diploma in appropriate subjects.

You will be able to develop your skills to ensure that you are ready What is it? The Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and Extended Certificate/ and able to obtain a full-time job or an Apprenticeship. Alternatively Diploma are an excellent addition if you are studying A Levels. They you may decide that after your work placement, Further Education can add breadth to an academic programme of study and provide a is required to obtain your career aspirations; as a Truro and Penwith vocationally relevant dimension. The six-unit qualification is equivalent College student you will have access to all of the relevant courses to one A Level. Assessment is through coursework and evaluation of that the College has to offer. practical skills including a final major project.

17 Apprenticeships (Level 2 & 3) Technical Courses (Level 1, 2 & 3)

How long is it? A minimum of 12 months. How long is it? Various durations depending on subject and level.

What do you need? There are no formal requirements as What do you need? Apprenticeships are not just based on previous academic Hair, Beauty and Catering Level 1: 3 GCSEs at Grade 2 including achievement. Apprenticeships are available to anyone over the age English Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths. of 16 and start throughout the year, meaning you can apply at a time that suits you most. You will need to be committed, motivated, Hair, Beauty and Catering Level 2: 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 plus either enthusiastic and reliable. Applicants will typically be interviewed prior English Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths at Grade 4. to starting an Apprenticeship programme. Construction Level 1: 2 GCSEs at Grade 2 including English What is it? As an Apprentice you will be working for a local business, Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths. earning a real wage, gaining practical skills and completing nationally recognised qualifications. Choosing the Apprenticeship route gets Motor Vehicle Level 1: 3 GCSEs at Grade 2 including English you straight into the career of your choice. After finishing, the majority Language (or English Literature), Maths and a Science. of Apprentices (85%) will stay in employment, with two-thirds (64%) staying with the same employer. You will be employed for at least Level 3 Technical Courses require successful completion of a lower- 30 hours per week and take part in a mixture of taught courses, level qualification in an appropriate subject. workshops, work-based assessments and e-learning. You will also have a dedicated training adviser who will help and support you What is it? Technical qualifications involve studying both the theory throughout your Apprenticeship. and practical elements of your chosen subject. These will enable you to develop occupational knowledge and progress into industry. For further details please call 01872 242711 or contact one of our Apprenticeship recruitment co-ordinators by email at [email protected]

Extended Diploma (Level 3)

How long is it? Two years - In year one you will complete a Level 3 Foundation Diploma before progressing to gain the full Extended Diploma at the end of Year 2 unless otherwise stated.

What do you need? 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 to include either English Language or Literature and/or Maths. A Level 2 Diploma at Merit in an appropriate subject can also be considered (plus English and/or Maths).

What is it? Previously known as the National Diploma, the 180 credit, 18-unit qualification is referred to as the Extended Diploma. This Diploma is equivalent to three subjects at A Level. It is an excellent route if you have decided on the broad area of employment you wish to pursue. The combination of a range of specialist modules with the depth of knowledge acquired enables you to progress successfully into higher education or into employment. You will also be required to undertake several hours of independent study. Assessment is through coursework, external written assessments and evaluation of practical skills.

For course information and specific entry requirements

18 A Level (Level 3) IB Diploma (Level 3)

How long is it? AS Level: One year / A2 Level: Two years How long is it? Two years

What do you need? 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above in appropriate What do you need? 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above in a broad range subjects, to include English Language or Literature and/or Maths at of subjects, including English and Maths at Grade 5. Grade 6 is Grade 5 or above and with specific relevant subjects related to your required in subjects appropriate to Higher Level options. A Level choices at Grade 6 and above. What is it? The IB Diploma (International Baccalaureate) is an What is it? Advanced Level programmes consist of formal lectures, excellent alternative to A Levels. It will be attractive if you have class activities and assessments, set homework and problem solving. enjoyed studying a range of subjects at GCSE and want to continue For each subject, you will also be required to undertake several hours doing so at an advanced level. You will study three subjects at Higher of independent study. Modern study facilities are available in the Level and three subjects at Standard Level. You will also follow a College and successful students use these effectively. Theory of Knowledge course, produce an Extended Essay and undertake Creativity, Action and Service-based projects. Students who successfully complete the AS Level units in Year 1 may progress to A2 Level in Year 2 where further units are assessed. Specialised forms of assessment are used as appropriate to each We strongly encourage a broad programme for A Level students. subject as well as written examinations, all reflecting the balance and Most subject specifications will contain a combination of examinations educational diversity of the IB programme. The IB is fully recognised and coursework assessment. by all UK universities.

From 2017 all A Levels will be delivered in the new linear format with no qualification at the end of year one. Academic assessment for Linear A Levels will take place at the end of two years of study. A Levels are, however, also available as a stand alone one year AS Level qualification. These AS Level qualifications do not lead on to the second year of study and a full A Level qualification. Unsure which option or course is right for you? Find out more at our Open Events. Check out page 157 for details Course Levels Explained Entry Level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

GCSE Grade 2 - 3 GCSE Grade 4 - 9 Foundation Studies Personal & Professional Development Options Technical Courses (Vocational) Apprenticeships

Progression L1 Progression L2 Extended Diploma L3 Subsidiary Diploma / Extended Cert/Dip L3 A Levels IB Diploma

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20 21 Administration Accountancy Automotive Engineering Engineering Business Catering Apprenticeships Childcare Construction Hair & Beauty Health & Social Care Hospitality Teaching Management Retail

22 An Apprenticeship - Is it right for you?

Apprenticeships are for anyone over the age of 16. Entry requirements vary by programme and take into account practical experience as well as academic qualifications. Apprenticeships are the ideal option for someone looking to earn while they learn as a full time employee at a local business. You can do an Apprenticeship with a current employer, or use them to find a new job and take your first steps on the career ladder. Training is available at four levels - Levels 2 and 3 are covered in this prospectus:

• Advanced (Level 3) equivalent to 2 A Levels. • Intermediate (Level 2) foundation training needed to start a career in your chosen sector (equivalent to 5 GCSEs at 9-4).

Contact the College’s Apprenticeship team or come to a College Open Event to find out more. Discuss your options and identify the best Apprenticeship for you. Please note, some Apprenticeship programmes are only delivered at the Truro or Penwith campus. Contact us to check where your preferred programme is delivered.

Find out more and view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships or call us on 01872 242711

We can’t speak any more highly of the Apprenticeship scheme. It’s great to see the development of these young workers.

Mark Holden Victoria Inn 23 Contact the Apprenticeship team or come How to become to a College Open Event to find out more. an Apprentice Discuss your options and identify the best Apprenticeship for you. See page 157 for Open Event dates or contact the team on 01872 242711.

Meet the tutor from the department where you will be trained, I don’t have an Arrange an discuss the programme and make sure it’s right for you. employer and interview with want to start an the College Apprenticeship

If you are not employed you will need to find an Apprenticeship job We advertise all of our Apprenticeship jobs online at www.truro- before you start your training. Apply for an penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeshipvacancies, our Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Recruitment Team will support you with your application. If we don’t have a vacancy in your chosen sector we will look to Job create one at a local business.

As with any job application, if you are shortlisted you will be Attend an invited to an interview with the employer. This is often an employer informal chat to ensure the employer is right for you and, in interview turn, you are right for the employer.

I wish to start an If you are doing your Apprenticeship with a new employer, Start your you will start work. Your employer will introduce you to the Apprenticeship with Apprenticeship business and allocate a mentor or line manager to support you. my current employer A training advisor from the College will also support you and your employer throughout the Apprenticeship, and will arrange Your employer will need to contact regular meetings in the workplace. us to discuss the Apprenticeship programmes available for you so we can work together to prepare for you to start your You will learn while working for your employer, your training Apprenticeship. Learn and advisor will support to ensure your role is relevant to your Develop qualification. You will also have “off the job” training sessions with the College.

Complete your Achieve your qualification and complete your Apprenticeship training. Apprenticeship

Progress in Continue your career with the same employer and/or progress to the next level of the Apprenticeship. your career

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship General Welding Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Why choose this course? This course is suitable for candidates who Why choose this course? The qualifications in this Apprenticeship want to become skilled welders in areas such as: automotive, marine, are highly valued by the industry not only in the UK, but transport, and general fabrication and construction. internationally, and are awarded by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI). The programme is designed for Apprentices who are new to What will I learn? You will learn how to produce high quality welds motor vehicle and work in dealership or work for an independent using welding processes. Whilst meeting international standards garage. for dimensional and surface inspection, you will be able to position, prepare and check welding equipment and materials whilst receive, What will I learn? During the course you will learn about health and handle and maintain consumables. You will ensure that health and safety; good housekeeping in the automotive environment; and how safety requirements and potential hazards are fully accounted for to use materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices. You will in everything that you do whilst minimising welding defects. You will learn about light vehicle maintenance which includes cooling system understand the major components of welding equipment, common units and components as well as air and exhaust system units and arc welding processes, joint types and positions and know the basics components. You will understand how to remove and replace light of welding quality documents, reporting systems and procedure vehicle’s electric, chassis, transmission and driveline units and specification. components. You will be able to identify and agree motor vehicle customer service needs and learn to inspect light vehicles using Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress prescribed methods and skills. onto the Multi Position Welding - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3), to pursue roles such as; multi-positional welder, high integrity welder Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could move or welding instruction and teaching, welding inspection and managing onto a higher level Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Advanced and supervising welding operations. Apprenticeship (Level 3).

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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Manufacturing Engineering CNC Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentice Why choose this course? This course is suitable for those who want machinists working in the Advanced Manufacturing sector. to become mechanical maintenance engineers, and are involved in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of equipment. What will I learn? You will learn how to produce highly skilled, complex and precise work from specialist materials using What will I learn? On this course you will learn about industrial conventional and/or CNC machine tools. You will be aware of the health, safety and environmental working practices and regulations typical problems that can occur during the machining process and whilst maintaining quality standards. This will include risk awareness how they can be resolved. Apprentices will learn to use mathematical and using critical reasoning to identify and solve problems. You will techniques to interpret technical drawings, documents and data. be able to communicate effectively whilst working with others. It will You will learn to comply with statutory, quality, organisational and allow you to carry out maintenance and test the performance of plants health and safety regulations, ensuring the appropriate materials, and equipment along with locating, diagnosing and rectifying faults if tools and equipment are being used. You will understand devices, needed. You will learn to use machinery and specialist equipment and cutting tools, and setting up procedures, as well as the practical and how to position, assemble, install and dismantle mechanical plant and theoretical uses of the machines used and the efficient and effective equipment. All will be done whilst behaving ethically and contributing approaches to machining processes. You will learn about business to sustainable development. improvement techniques such as recommending and contributing to new procedures or ways of working in order to be more efficient and Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue cost effective. your career as a mechanical maintenance engineer and progress within your organisation. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able to continue your career as a machinist manufacturing engineer and progress within your organisation.

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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Multi-Position Welder

Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is suited for general welders working as motor vehicle technicians, who service and repair light who have completed their intermediate training and are looking to vehicles such as cars and vans, and work in either dealerships that progress to a multi-position welder role. focus on one manufacturer, or for an independent garage that deals with many different types of vehicle. What will I learn? You will learn how to produce high quality welds that meet international standards using multiple welding processes What will I learn? On this course you will further your skills with the and material combinations in all welding positions. You will be able aim of becoming a qualified diagnostic technician. Areas covered by to position, prepare and check welding equipment and materials this course include, advanced engine technology, lubrication systems, whilst receive, handle and maintain consumables. You will ensure cooling systems and engine management systems. You will also that health and safety requirements and potential hazards are fully develop in depth knowledge of electric system, including CAN Bus, accounted for in everything you do whilst minimising welding defects. flex ray and fiber optics systems. Chassis units will also be studied You will understand the major components of welding equipment including elements of ABS, ESP, advanced suspension and steering including physical and mechanical properties of materials, common systems as well as transmission systems including clutches, manual arc welding processes, joint types and positions and know the basics and automatic gearboxes, final drive units and differentials. You will of welding quality documents, reporting systems and procedure learn to diagnose and rectify vehicle engine units and component, specification. You will also be able to address the different types of auxiliary equipment and electrical faults. welding consumables, including the correct storage, handling and recycling of them. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in your career as a motor vehicle technician. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could look to progress into other roles such as; high integrity welder, welding instruction and teaching, welding inspection and management or supervisory roles.

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Business Administration Customer Service Practitioner

Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices starting their career in administrative roles where organisation, within any sector or organisation who are the first point of contact to planning, systems, communication, IT, dealing with customers and customers and need to deliver a high-quality service. supporting team members and managers are all important. What will I learn? This course will enable you to know your What will I learn? You will develop an understanding of employee customers, their needs and priorities and the best way to meet and rights and obligations, including an understanding of equality and manage their expectations. You will be able to understand your diversity and what is expected of an employer. You will learn to organisation’s core values and internal policies and procedures manage your performance and development through SMART such as complaints processes and digital media policies. Meeting targets, career development goals, work-life balance, and feedback. the organisation’s targets and goals will be done using a range of Communicating in a business environment, both verbally and non- communication skills to build rapport and achieve positive customer verbally, will be covered along with learning to develop working engagement. You will work towards communicating effectively using relationships. You will study business goals and objectives and learn the appropriate styles and tone of voice, dealing with customer how these align with strategy, all with a view to making a positive conflict and challenge and ensuring all customers are treated equally contribution to your workplace. and with respect.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in to progress to the next level; Business Administration - Advanced your career in customer service, or progress to an appropriate Level Apprenticeship (Level 3). 3 Apprenticeship in a relevant area e.g. Business Administration or Retail Team Leader. Find out more & view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships 26 Faye Endean Business Administration Level 2

I would recommend Apprenticeships to anyone and everyone, especially those leaving secondary school who don’t necessarily like a full-on learning environment, and would prefer to go straight into work. You’re still learning every day, just with more practical experience.

Faye is from Truro and previously attended Penair School

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Retailer Assistant Accountant

Why choose this course? This course is appropriate for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is ideal for Apprentices who regularly assist customers, process payments and who are working as an assistant accountant or within the finance department passionate about delivering a quality service that exceeds customer of an organisation. expectations. What will I learn? In the first year you will study the AAT Certificate What will I learn? You will learn to understand ways to establish in Accounting which will enable you to work effectively in finance and good rapport with customers by understanding their needs and covers bookkeeping transactions and controls, a basic introduction use a variety of sales techniques when providing customers with to costing and using accounting software. In the second year, information and actively selling seasonal offers. You will be able to Apprentices study the AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting, which provide service in-line with brand standards and promoting business covers bookkeeping at an advanced level and spreadsheets for values and understand the principles of operating commercially. You accounting. You will also work on preparing final accounts for sole will work both in a team and independently when making responsible traders and partnerships, as well as developing your skills in costing. decisions. You will understand marketing principals in order to This will include how to analyse and report cost and revenue increase market share and overall improve the efficiency and sales of information to support managerial planning, control and decision a business. making. Ethics for accountants will also be covered, highlighting why accountants need to act ethically, including the main principles, what Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can choose is meant by ethical behaviour at work and when / how to take action to progress onto the Retail Team Leader - Advanced Apprenticeship when unethical behaviour or illegal acts are encountered. (Level 3). Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able to progress onto a Professional Accounting Technician - Higher Find out more & view all our vacancies online: Apprenticeship (Level 4). truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships

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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Business Administration Digital Marketer

Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices starting their career in administrative roles where organisation, who work within media and marketing who are designing, building planning, systems, communication, IT, dealing with customers and and implementing digital campaigns across a variety of online and supporting team members and managers are all important. social media platforms. They will have responsibility for some of the straightforward elements of the overall marketing plan and will work to What will I learn? You will develop an understanding of employee marketing briefs and instructions. rights and obligations, including an understanding of equality and diversity and what is expected of an employer. You will work on What will I learn? You will learn about marketing principles, internal and external communication skills through effective models including coding, and how to use digital tools effectively. You will also and methods and the key principles of marketing and the sales understand the customer lifecycle such as how to build customer process. Using, understanding and analysing data will be covered, loyalty and respond effectively to customer enquiries online. You will including financial management. You will evaluate businesses develop your skills in written communication to a variety of audiences successes and failures and how it can grow and develop. Through through a range of platforms including social media and e-mail the use of negotiation and presentation skills, you will learn how marketing. You will learn about search engine optimisation, web and when to use negotiation and the different approaches you can analytics and metrics and different mobile aps. You will learn about develop, then deliver effective and professional presentations using marketing briefs and plans, and how they work. different media types. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able your career as a digital marketer. The College offers a number of to progress to the next level; Business Administration - Higher accredited and non-accredited management and marketing courses Apprenticeship Level 4 or a range of business and management to help you progress in your career. programmes.

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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Manager Medical Administration

Why choose this course? This course is for Apprentices in their Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices first line management role, those with operational and project who assist professional healthcare teams, providing specialist skills management responsibilities, or those who are responsible for for administrative or secretarial support within the healthcare sector. managing a team. What will I learn? You will learn medical terminology, principles and What will I learn? During this course you will learn about self- medical knowledge for administration in a healthcare environment. awareness, self-management and emotional intelligence. You will The course will develop your skills to provide and manage efficient be able to manage time effectively and can lead others through communication in a medical environment, learning about medical performance management and motivation. To support this, you will word processing and audio transcription. You will also learn to learn about coaching, building relationships and how to negotiate produce high quality PowerPoint presentations. and influence others in working effectively. You will know how to deal with conflict and communicate in difficult conversations. Operational Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship there are a management, including planning, allocating work and reporting on variety of progression routes including a range of management and performance will be highlighted. You will also have the ability to make leadership programmes (Level 4). decisions and solve potential problems. You will be able to understand project management and finance.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in Commercial your career as a manager or supervisor, the College offers a number of accredited and non-accredited management courses, including ILM Awareness Awards at Level 4, 5 and 7. When finishing, Apprentices have gained a broad range of real experience and knowledge of how businesses operate and have made important contacts with real businesses.

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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Retail Team Leader

Why choose this course? This course is designed for Apprentices new to, or have no formal qualifications in, a retail team leader role. Team leaders offer critical support to managers, delivering exceptional customer service and a positive experience, and may have to deputise for managers in their absence.

What will I learn? In this course you will understand the customer profile and purchase habits throughout the year. You will motivate the team to hit business targets and how to achieve purposes of the business. You will learn how to maximise financial performance through your team. Merchandising and product features will be covered, as well as factors that can affect the sales and promotions of them. You will keep updated on the technology within retail and how to communicate effectively. You will be able to ensure legal compliance, and operating in line with organisational policies including equality and diversity.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue your career in retail team leading, and further your career with higher- level management qualifications.

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Adult Care Worker

Why choose this course? This course is suitable for anyone who is new to the sector and would like to pursue a career in health and social care. It would also suit those already working in the sector in a care assistant type role.

What will I learn? You will learn how to care for individuals and to make a positive difference to their lives by delivering care and support with kindness, consideration, dignity and respect. You will be able to demonstrate courage and study the appropriate channels to use if the individuals you support are at risk, using effective communication, which is central to successful caring relationships and effective team working. You will show competence and commitment to improve the experience of people who need support whilst safeguarding. You will promote health and wellbeing while developing core skills, including verbal and written communication and improving professional working relationships.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in your role of adult care worker or progress onto Lead Adult Care Worker Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3).

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Children & Young Peoples Workforce

Why choose this course? This course is designed for Apprentices who are new to the childcare sector or for those who have limited responsibilities and are working under close supervision.

What will I learn? You will learn and demonstrate safeguarding, reviewing legislation and guidelines, and knowing how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused, including e-safety. You will learn about child and young person development and understand the main stages of child development from 0 - 19 years. You will understand health and safety and certain policies and procedures, including recognising risks and hazards, as well as being given an introduction to equality and inclusion. You will constantly overcome barriers and establish strategies to improve communication whilst understanding the importance of partnerships with carers.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress onto an Early Years Educator Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3).

Find out more & view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Supporting Teaching & Learning in Early Years Educator Schools Why choose this course? This course is designed for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is designed for learning working in a childcare setting, working on their own and/or supervising support staff such as a teaching assistants, classroom assistants, others. learning support assistants and additional needs assistants. What will I learn? In this course you will learn about health and What will I learn? You will learn about schools as organisations wellbeing and will be able to support healthy lifestyles through and review policies and legislation, and the impact this has on the exercise, food and nutrition. This includes promoting children’s sector. This includes safeguarding the welfare of children and young emotional well-being and understanding how to support children who people - reviewing legislation, guidelines and how to respond to are unwell. You will understand legislation and cover safeguarding, evidence or concerns that a child or young person is being harmed or health and safety, equality and inclusion and working in a partnership. abused, including e-safety. The course will enable you to understand You will understand the value of play, how to support children’s child and young person’s development and improve knowledge of transition to school, develop children’s emergent literacy and child development from birth to 19, and the factors that may affect numeracy skills and use longitudinal studies to observe, assess development. You will work towards planning, delivering, assessment and plan for children’s needs. You will work on your professional and review on support learning activities. development - the options and values of continued professional development. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could progress onto an advanced Apprenticeship as well as a range of short courses Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue or regulatory training. in your role as an early years educator, or seek further training at university level (4 and 5) with courses such as FdA Childhood Education (3 - 8 yrs) or FdA Children and Young Peoples Workforce (0 - 19 yrs).

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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Lead Adult Care Worker Specialist Support for Teaching & Learning in Schools Why choose this course? This course is designed for those who have already achieved the Intermediate (Level 2) Adult Care Worker Why choose this course? This qualification is suitable for Apprenticeship and have progressed onto a more senior role with Apprentices who are experienced teaching assistants who support higher levels of responsibility. The Advanced Apprenticeship may also teaching and learning in a primary, secondary or specialist school. suit those already working in the care sector in a senior caring role. You will be working under the direction of a teacher but will also be able to use your own initiative. What will I learn? You will study an integrated programme of knowledge and skills, which are developed alongside core values What will I learn? You will learn about schools as organisations and and behaviours, expected of a competent care worker operating in review policies and legislation and the impact on the sector. This this regulated field. You will demonstrate professional practice, code includes safeguarding the welfare of children and young people - of conduct and teamwork and use the ‘6 C’s’ - care, compassion, reviewing legislation, guidelines and how to respond to evidence or courage, communication, competence and commitment. You will concerns that a child or young person is being harmed or abused, understand the role of the social care worker, their duty of care and including e-safety. The course will enable you to understand child person centred care planning and handling information. You will learn and young person development and improve knowledge of child about health and safety, the responsibilities of employers, employees development from birth to 19, and the factors which may affect and legislation and will learn about infection prevention and control development. You will work towards planning, delivering, assessment and awareness of moving and handling. You will also learn to and review on support learning activities, promoting positive understand about dementia and mental health. behaviour. You will have the possibility of specialising in Special Educational Needs. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue your career as a lead adult care worker. You may want to consider Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could move higher-level specialist qualifications, for example clinical skills, onto Higher Level Teaching Assistant or a Foundation Degree. dementia care, mental health or end of life. 31 Construction Construction

Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Craft Masonry & Bricklaying Maintenance Operations

Why choose this course? This course suits Apprentices who are Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices starting a role as a bricklayer or craft mason within a construction starting their career in the construction industry, who need to develop environment, offering a practical approach and a solid platform for multi-trade skills. You will carry out general repairs and maintenance anyone wishing to develop in this industry. to brickwork, paint, plaster, woodwork and other elements of existing buildings. What will I learn? In this course you will conform to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace as well as the productive What will I learn? You will be able to apply health, safety and working practices. You will learn about moving, handling and welfare in construction whilst learning about the principles of building storing resources in the workplace. You will learn to erect and set construction, information and communication. You will prepare and out masonry structures, cladding and thin joint masonry structures. clean sites before and after building and construction activities. Repair and maintenance on masonry structures and slate and tiled The course will include painting and decorating activities as well as roofing will also be included. You will learn how to produce internal rubbing down, sanding surfaces and plastering duties. You will learn solid plastering finishes and external solid render finishes, as well as about first/second fix carpentry and how to install windows, door placing and finishing non-specialist concrete. frames and skirting boards. You will be able to carry out first and second fit of bathrooms and kitchens including tiling wall and floor Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can move surfaces in the workplace. The course will enable you to work on onto Craft Masonry and Bricklaying Apprenticeship Level 3 to further small-scale building, decorating, plastering, plumbing and carpentry develop your skills. repairs.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship in the Construction sector. Further training is available after Level 3 that will allow you to move to supervisory level.

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Painting & Decorating

Why choose this course? This course is designed for individuals working in painting and decorating and provides a practical approach and a solid platform for anyone wishing to develop in this career path.

What will I learn? You will understand and conform to general health, safety and welfare involved in the industry. You will work on moving, handling and storing resources. You will learn how to effectively apply paint systems by brush and roller and will understand how to prepare surfaces for painting and decorating. As part of general health and safety, you will learn how to correctly erect and dismantle access/ working platforms.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress onto Painting & Decorating Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 or a range of specialist construction or business skills programmes.

Earn while you learn On the job training means that you get paid whilst you learn.

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Plastering Property Maintenance

Why choose this course? The programme is for individuals working Why choose this course? This course suits Apprentices working in the construction industry and wanting to progress further and go within property maintenance and facilities management. onto become a professional plasterer. This course helps you learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and career What will I learn? You will learn to understand and demonstrate progression. the importance of health and safety in the workplace. You will carry out repairs and maintenance internally and externally to buildings What will I learn? In your Apprenticeship you will learn about the and grounds. You will learn how to maintain electrical distribution, principles of building construction whilst developing your knowledge of plumbing and drainage systems and high levels of water hygiene. plastering and how to communicate effectively within the industry. You Whilst doing all of this, you will also understand the importance of will learn how to apply plastering material, dry lining and plasterboards customer service and will learn to record and report information to interiors. Laying sand and cement screeds and applying plastering accurately. You will understand and demonstrate the principles materials to external backgrounds will also be covered. of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and demonstrate implementing energy, environment and sustainable practices. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able to progress onto a range of specialist construction programmes in your Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress area of interest. into a variety of supervisory and management roles e.g. facilities management, or seek further training to specialise in a technical area e.g. electrical or plumbing. Employable Employers think that qualified Apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications.

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery Bricklaying

Why choose this course? The course suits Apprentices who are Why choose the course? This course suits Apprentices who are starting a role as a site carpenter or bench joiner within a construction continuing a role as a bricklayer or craft mason within a construction environment, offering a practical approach and a solid platform for environment with a previous qualification offering a practical approach anyone wishing to develop in this career path. and a solid platform for anyone wishing to develop in this career path.

What will I learn? In this course you will conform to general health, What will I learn? You will progress the skills acquired from your safety and welfare in the workplace as well as the productive previous qualification. Whilst developing and maintaining good working practices. You will also learn about moving, handling and working relationships, you will confirm activities, methods and storing resources in the workplace. Installing first and second resources for occupational method in the work area. You will be able fixing components in the workplace will be covered including how to develop your skills in erecting and setting out complex masonry to maintain non-structural carpentry work. You will use cutting and structures. shaping machines and will learn all about how to use manufacturing routine architectural joinery products in the workplace. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can look for employment in the construction sector as a bricklayer or craft mason. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress This course will also suit existing bricklayers or craft masons assisting directly into employment in the construction sector as a site carpenter them to gain a qualification that will enhance their career prospects. or bench joiner, or advance to further studies at Level 3.

of Cornish Apprentices are in employment after completing their Apprenticeship and 77% are working with the same employer. 33 Construction Construction

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Painting & Decorating Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery

Why choose this course? This Level 3 course is for individuals Why choose this course? This course suits Apprentices starting continuing to work in painting and decorating following studies a role as a site carpenter or bench joiner within construction. This at Level 2. The programme provides a practical approach and a programme provides practical training and assessment at work solid platform for anyone wishing to develop into the painting and to ensure proficiency in a broad range of skills and meets the decorative industry. occupational requirements to pursue a career within the construction industry. What will I learn? You will develop the skills learnt from your previous qualification whilst building and maintaining working relationships in What will I learn? In this course you will conform to general health, the workplace and learning about the occupational method of work. safety and welfare in the workplace as well as the productive working You will learn how to use different methods of decorating and effects, practices. You will learn about moving, handling and storing resources which can be used on different types of surfaces. This includes in the workplace. Installing first and second fixing components in the complex stencil designs, comb textures finishes, replica marble and workplace will be covered, including how to maintain non-structural grain finishes. Learning how to hang standard and specialised paper and structural carpentry work and carcassing. You will use cutting and wallcoverings will also be covered. shaping machines and will learn all about how to use manufacturing routine architectural joinery and marking out and producing details for Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue them. your career as a qualified painter and decorator, the College’s range of professional training can help you move into management or Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you will be able to supervisory positions. move onto specialist programmes, business skills or management programmes in the construction sector as a site carpenter or bench joiner. Find out more & view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Commis Chef Hospitality Team Member

Why choose this course? This programme is designed for Why choose this course? This course is ideal for Apprentices who Apprentices training as Commis Chefs in fine/casual dining settings are new to, or already work in, situations including front of house, food in restaurants, hotels and gastro pubs. There are no formal entry preparation, barista services and guest services within restaurants, requirements but employers are looking for those who are keen to bars, hotels and pubs. work as part of a team and have a ‘can do’ attitude. What will I learn? The programme involves working independently What will I learn? The programme involves developing knowledge, and part of the team, developing effective knowledge, behaviours behaviours and skills in culinary, business and food safety. You will and skills in meeting and exceeding customer expectations including involve yourself in preparing, cooking and finishing basic dishes as dealing with customer feedback. You will communicate clearly, well as learning key allergens. You will learn about health, safety and engaging customers to build strong relationships and customer security of the working environment including food safety and hygiene loyalty by promoting the organisation in a positive way. You will practices. You will learn how to identify risks and find out how to learn to prepare and serve wines, cocktails and hot drinks together manage them. You will learn how to work within budgets as part of a with providing counter, buffet, take-away and carvery service. You team to meet targets and effectively control resources. Your personal will develop your skills in housekeeping and providing quality guest and professional skills will all be developed, including communication services. All will be done whilst maintaining health, safety and with suppliers and supply chain knowledge. security of the working environment including food safety and hygiene practices. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in the role of Commis Chef, alternatively progress onto the Chef de Where will it take me? This Apprenticeship has been designed to Partie - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) or Senior Chef Production enable students to progress within their hospitality career or progress Cooking - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3). onto further study at Level 3.

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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Chef de Partie Hospitality Supervisor

Why choose this course? This programme is for Apprentices Why choose this course? This course is suitable for any supervisors training as a Chef de Partie working in fine and casual dining settings and managers working in a variety of hospitality establishments in restaurants, hotels and gastro pubs. including national restaurants, hotels, cafes and pubs/pub chains.

What will I learn? The Apprenticeship develops skills in areas such What will I learn? This course will enable you to understand the as culinary knowledge, food safety, and business. You will learn how financial operations of the hospitality business as you learn about to develop effective knowledge, behaviours and skills in teamwork overall supervising operations within the business. You will learn to and supervisory leadership. You will understand food preparation supervise, train and develop the team whilst managing and leading for traditional and modern cuisine to prepare, cook and finish team meetings. You will learn to understand how your own business complex dishes as well as produce menus, and recipe specifications area interacts with others and the business as a whole whilst supporting the business’ brand as well as food trends. You will comply developing effective working relationships and loyalty with colleagues. with legal requirements and inspire confidence by maintaining safety Whilst doing this, you will consider the health, safety and security of and security at all times along with identifying and minimising risks. the working environment including hygiene practices to minimise risk Whilst building and motivating teams and working on inter-team and maintain a high standard within the organisation. relationships, you will use techniques to improve competitiveness, increase business performance and improve your customer’s Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress experience to increase revenue by making valuable decisions. directly into employment in the hospitality industry as a supervisor/ manager and for existing supervisors/managers wishing to enhance Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in their career prospects or to progress onto further study. your role of Chef de Partie, or progress onto the Senior Chef Culinary Arts - Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4).

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Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Senior Chef in Production Cooking

Why choose this course? This course is designed for Apprentices training as Sous or Senior Chefs, working in establishments where menus and dishes are created by a central development team for high volume production, and need to be created with constant perfection.

What will I learn? The programme involves developing effective knowledge, behaviours and skills in topics such as understanding the principles of food preparation and cooking; including nutrition, diet and taste. Knowing the food safety practices and procedures to ensure the safe preparation and cooking of food as well as being able to recognise hazards to ensure a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment. Use effective communication and work as part of a team whilst taking supervisory leadership. You will be able to produce menu items and dishes according to business specifications and current trends knowing what to look for in ingredients and ensuring they maintain quality.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue in your role of Senior or Sous Chef, or progress onto the Senior Chef Culinary Arts - Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4).

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Barbering Beauty Therapy

Why choose this course? This course is designed for staff working Why choose this course? The Apprenticeship will suit an individual within hairdressing/barbering including cutting, styling, male colouring who wants to start a career within the beauty industry. techniques and creating pattern work in the hair. You will learn the basic barbering techniques that are the foundation of becoming a What will I learn? Whilst demonstrating the correct health and safety successful barber. practices within a salon environment, you will develop your individual knowledge and skills to promote harmonious working relationships What will I learn? You will learn to advise and consult clients with your colleagues and clients. You will promote services and through effective communication whilst considering the customers’ products to boost salon profits and maintain a good reputation in your needs and latest trends. Whilst considering health and safety in organisation. The course will allow you to learn about facials, eyelash your working environment, you will be able to develop and maintain and brow treatments, waxing, manicures, pedicures and make-up your effectiveness at work - taking responsibility for improving your through a range of services and techniques. You will also learn performance at work and working well with your colleagues. You will reception work, covering all aspects of meeting and greeting clients, be taught the basics of barbering including shampooing, conditioning, booking appointments and answering the phone. treating and styling men’s hair and the different techniques involved for different cuts. You will understand how to cut facial hair. Detailing Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress in hair will be taught through clipping and cutting techniques. You towards Level 3 Advanced courses in general or specialised areas will also be taught to colour and lighten men’s hair - using semi- such as Level 3 Beauty Therapy General, Level 3 Nail Services and permanent, permanent and lightening products. Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-up.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can continue your career as a barber, or further develop your skills with the Hairdressing Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3). Find out more & view all our vacancies online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/apprenticeships

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Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Hairdressing

Why choose this course? This course is suited for Apprentices employed within a hairdressing setting. The Apprenticeship gives you the knowledge, skills and techniques to start your hairdressing career.

What will I learn? The course will allow you to advise and consult with clients - to determine their ideas and requirements whilst fulfilling salon reception duties providing excellent customer service. You will learn how to shampoo, condition and treat hair and the scalp. You will develop your skills in styling and finishing hair to achieve different looks. The course will enable you to learn how to cut, colour and perm hair. All will be done whilst developing and maintaining your effectiveness at work both independently and in a team.

Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship, you could decide to move onto the Advanced Apprenticeship in Hairdressing.

36 Hair & Beauty Hair & Beauty

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Beauty Therapy Hairdressing

Why choose this course? This course is designed for individuals Why choose this course? This course is suited for Apprentices employed in spas and beauty therapy settings. Providing thorough working in hairdressing who have completed their Intermediate training in a broad range of treatments keeping you up to date in a Apprenticeship or Level 2 and want to develop their skills to a more fast evolving industry. advanced level in all aspects of hairdressing.

What will I learn? Demonstrating the correct health and safety What will I learn? You will learn how to creatively style, dress, practices within a salon environment, you will develop your individual cut and colour hair - using a variety of methods and techniques, knowledge and skills to promote harmonious working relationships enhancing and evaluating your creative hairdressing skills. You will with your colleagues and clients. You will promote services and also be able to deliver hair colour correction services. The course will products to boost salon profits and maintain a good reputation in also enable you to style men’s hair. You will provide client consultation your organisation. The course will allow you to contribute to the - showing a comprehensive consultation and advisory service to planning and implementation of promotional activities. You will clients whilst fulfilling salon reception duties and providing excellent learn to provide body and facial electrical treatments, provide body customer service. massage treatments, electrical epilation treatments and stone therapy treatments. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can develop managerial skills on the Salon Management qualification, further Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can progress business skills or specific specialist training programmes. onto a range of specialist programmes as well as business skills and supervisory qualifications. Fantastic prospects 69% of Apprentices in employment had received at least one pay rise.

Hair & Beauty Warehousing

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Nail Services Warehouse

Why choose this course? This course is designed for those Why choose this course? This course is suitable for Apprentices employed and working within the beauty sector. During the training working in a warehousing business in the logistics sector within a you will benefit from working within our commercially equipped nail manufacturing, despatch, production or storage setting. bar, using professional products. What will I learn? The course will allow you to learn how to prepare What will I learn? Demonstrating the correct health and safety to receive deliveries and placing goods in storage. It will enable you practices within your working environment, you will develop your to pick, wrap and pack goods as well as process orders for customers individual knowledge and skills to promote harmonious working and assemble orders to dispatch. You’ll learn how to carry out stock relationships with your colleagues and clients. You will enhance and control and will learn about security and loss prevention. Whilst maintain nails using UV gel, liquid and powder. You will learn to plan understanding health, safety and security at work, you will be able and create nail art designs, develop a range of creative nail images, to sort goods and materials for recycling and disposal whilst keeping plan and provide airbrush design for nails and prepare and finish nail working areas clean. You will understand customer service and will be overlays using electric files. Overall, you will contribute to the financial able to deal with customer queries, complaints, and learn to deal with effectiveness of the business. conflict and difficult people. Whilst working on general business and personal skills in problem solving, decision making, influencing and Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you can move onto negotiation, you will work effectively as part of a team. a range of management, business or specialist training courses. Where will it take me? After your Apprenticeship you could move onto an Advanced Apprenticeship or a range of business skills programmes. Earn while you learn On the job training means that you get paid whilst you learn. 37 Art & Design

38 As an Art & Design student, you will have the freedom to explore new ideas while developing technical skills in your chosen medium.

Your creativity will be enhanced with a unique learning environment. The new White building is a purpose-built art facility containing specialist studios and exhibition spaces. These studios will provide you with an experience of the diverse creative industries.

You will have the opportunity to build a portfolio of work as well as a chance to exhibit in our exhibitions. Many students progress to university or to our successful Foundation Diploma in Art and Design course, based at our Tregye campus. Choose Art & Design Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/art-design for careers in:

Animation Architecture Ceramics Fashion & Textiles

Fine Art Graphic Design Illustration Interior Design

Product Design Jewellery Design Print Making Sculpture

Every year, students develop and explore new skills and ideas, they progress to prestigious universities and work in the creative industries.

Mark Dunford Programme Team Leader 39 A Level A Level Art & Design (Critical & Contextual Fine Art Studies) Why choose this course? Do you enjoy drawing? Would you Why choose this course? Do you have an interest in understanding like to improve your skills and knowledge? Would you like the art? Would you like to acquire the critical and objective skills to opportunity to see and understand the world in a different way? discuss art? This course will develop the skills and understanding in This course offers you the opportunity to develop creatively, either appreciating and interpreting artefacts. as a personally enriching interest or as part of your progression towards a career within the creative industries. What will I learn? You will develop innovative opportunities to acquire critical, contextual and curatorial knowledge, understanding What will I learn? You will develop key skills and knowledge and skills in appreciating artefacts, texts and images within particular fundamental to the world of art and design. During a series of cultural environments, alongside relevant practical investigations. The workshops you will explore a range of two-dimensional materials option provides for a broad range of intellectual and practical learning and approaches, such as tone, mark making, ink, mixed media, experiences through a variety of lively and creative strategies for colour and painting. You will explore how a range of modern and developing and presenting personal, practical, critical and contextual historic artists have communicated ideas through their imagery responses. These outcomes could take the form of gallery guides, and techniques. Year two builds on your learning. Experimental exhibition brochures, magazine spreads, newspaper articles, drawing practical workshops are held throughout, encouraging you documentary television scripts and factual or fictional discussions or to take risks and work in new and different ways. exchanges between artists, craftspeople or designers using a range of communication methods. Where will it take me? A qualification in Fine Art is highly valued by many universities and employers. As a ‘Classical’ ‘creative’ Where will it take me? The subject is highly valued by many subject it is applicable to almost any progression in art and universities and employers alike and would be suitable for design and an excellent subject to complement courses such progression to a History of Art course. as Architecture, History of Art, Film, Prosthetics and Theatrical Makeup, Art Therapy and Education.

A Level Illustration/Graphics

Why choose this course? Do you possess a lively, enquiring mind? Do you enjoy developing your ideas through drawing and utilising a range of processes towards a final product? You will learn to develop design solutions, exploring the power of visual communication as an invaluable commercial tool.

What will I learn? You will begin with a range of varied and challenging workshops, developing fundamental skills and knowledge integral to the world of illustration and design including a mix of traditional and contemporary processes. You will develop skills in industry standard software including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Other aspects include typography, thumbnail sketches, layout design and mixed media. You will research a range of illustrative and graphic styles, applying this knowledge to develop your individual practice.

Where will it take me? You can progress directly from A Level to an arts degree such as Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Follow us on Illustration, Games Design and Multi-Media Design. Employment as a graphic designer is the clearest route but this course also Instagram offers a way into illustration or, with further study, animation; you could work for the media, an advertising company or design agency. 40 Michael Arnott Graphics/Illustration Level 3 Extended Diploma

My lecturers are always willing to help me progress my ideas into tangible outcomes. The workspace is very professional and I highly recommend it.

Michael is from Camelford and previously attended Sir James Smith’s School

41 A Level A Level Product Design & the Built Environment Textiles

Why choose this course? Do you have an interest in modelling Why choose this course? Do you love the tactile qualities of your three dimensional ideas using traditional materials such as card, fabrics and stitch? Do you enjoy drawing and visualising your ideas wood, and expanded foam, but also wish to explore the possibilities of through a hands on approach to materials? The Textiles course computer design and computer modelling? Develop creative practice encourages you to explore the breadth of approaches available within and understanding of the wider design industries. contemporary textiles today, developing your skills in stitched, printed and constructed textile processes. What will I learn? You will begin with a variety of different workshops, working and modelling with wood, clay, wire and foam. Use creative What will I learn? Starting by exploring stitch (both hand and technologies, CAD, 3D printing and laser cutting/engraving and machine) as a drawing medium, you will build a comprehensive wherever possible ensure the use of sustainable materials and textiles vocabulary to help you find your own voice within the subject. processes. Throughout the course you will explore the rich history Workshops are structured to familiarise you with different techniques of design and learn from designers and architects both past and including: appliqué, soluble fabrics, heat reactive materials, weaving, present. As well as being creative, there is a small written element. fabric manipulation, screen printing, collagraph printing, and repeat Varied experimental 3D modelling workshops encourage you to work pattern design. We will also explore how contemporary and historic in new and exciting ways while extending your learning and potential. textile makers communicate ideas.

Where will it take me? A qualification in 3D Design is highly valued Where will it take me? You can progress directly to a wide range by universities and employers and is applicable to almost any of degree courses in preparation for a career in textiles, fashion or progression in Art and Design. This course would be suitable for interior design. Past students have successfully applied to all of the students interested in Architecture, Interior Design, Set Design and following: Textile Design, Fashion Design, Costume Design, Interior Sustainable Product Design. Design, Jewellery Design, Fashion Marketing and Merchandising, and Fine Art Textiles.

A Level Textiles Fashion

Why choose this course? Do you enjoy drawing and designing garments and accessories, as well as the challenge of bringing your ideas to life through making? The Textiles Fashion course will encourage you to develop a creative and experimental approach to contemporary fashion design and garment making.

What will I learn? You will learn a diverse range of skills including fashion drawing, how to drape and model a garment on a dress form, pattern making, how to select appropriate fabrics and fibres, together with garment construction techniques. You will explore how historic and contemporary fashion designers communicate their ideas and how fashion is influenced by social and political events. Working in sketchbooks, you will evidence your evolving skills and knowledge, fashion terms and ideas, documenting and constantly reflecting on your creative development.

Where will it take me? You can progress directly from A Level Textiles Fashion to a wide range of degree courses in preparation for a career in fashion or textiles. Past students have successfully Find out about the fantastic applied for the following: Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing and facilities at one our Open Events. Check out page Merchandising, Textile Design, Costume Design, Jewellery Design, 157 for details and Visual Merchandising.

42 UAL Level 2 Diploma Art & Design

Why choose this course? If you are interested in creative study, then this course will provide you with a range of skills and knowledge of the art and design area.

What will I learn? You will develop practical art and design skills in drawing and painting, graphics, mixed media, stitch, and three dimensional materials such as wire, as well as researching historical and contemporary art and design. This course will develop your confidence to enable you to make personal creative choices through a range of themed projects. This will involve your discovery through the processes of making and designing within the context of art and design. You will gain experience of working through project briefs with a variety of media, materials and processes in the areas of fine art painting and sculpture, design, graphics and textiles. During this course you will explore the potential of technology, a range of tools, processes, equipment and techniques.

Where will it take me? This course will provide preparation for further study at Level 3, such as the Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design or an Apprenticeship. During the course you will create a portfolio of diverse art and design work, which can be taken to interview.

UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Art & Design

Why choose this course? You will discover how artists, designers and makers see the world and learn how they develop and realise their original ideas in both gallery and commercial settings. You will be able to use art and design to communicate your innovative ideas Why choose effectively and realise your potential within the creative industries. Art & Design What will I learn? Your journey will begin with experimentation and at Truro College? development of essential art and design skills in all the specialist areas we offer. Your diploma programme will combine nine creative 1. Dedicated Art & Design building areas by themes, enabling you to discover your interest, including: with studio spaces, printing facilities, ceramics, digital, fine art, graphic design, contextual understanding, jewellery workshops and Mac suites. life drawing, printmaking, textiles and three-dimensional design. 2. Excellent links with industry professionals. The Extended Diploma will provide you Where will it take me? 3. Students thrive in a supportive with the opportunity to utilise and develop broad, transferable environment and are encouraged to skills, encouraging your personal and professional development. explore their creative ideas. Progression to a Higher Education degree course is usual, allowing direct access to courses such as: Fine Art, Illustration, Interior Design, Fashion, Architecture, History of Art, Film, Prosthetics and Theatrical Makeup, Therapy and Education.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/art-design 43 Automotive & Engineering

44 The skills and knowledge gained on your course will give you tools to successfully gain a job in industry or progress to Higher Education.

Nick Tillyer Programme Team Leader

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/auto-engineering

Choose You will learn and hone essential industry Automotive & skills within the Seaton building, the Engineering centre for construction and engineering. for careers in:

Purpose-built workshops and classrooms provide the resources to develop the knowledge Aeronautical Engineering needed for a successful career. You will benefit from the College’s promotion of excellence Automotive Engineering in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through development Civil Engineering and experiences.

Away from the College, you can follow previous students who have seen the pinnacle of technology and engineering with trips to Silverstone for Formula 1, as well as explore the combination of creativity and production with a behind-the-scenes look at Disneyland Paris. Fabrication and Welding Vehicle Service & Maintenance

Environmental Engineering Production Engineering Electronic Control Systems Design

Electronic Engineering Motor Vehicle Retail Vehicle Diagnostic & Fault Finding Learn more about our Automotive & Engineering Apprenticeships on page 22

45 A Level Electronics

Why choose this course? If you enjoy finding out about how electronic devices work and fancy designing your own circuits then the A Level in Electronics is for you. You may also be interested in computers and programming and these skills are taught on the course. You should already have a good knowledge of maths and algebra. Having some experience of electronic design and technology would be advantageous.

What will I learn? You will learn about blocks of circuits and constructing them and testing voltages and currents. You will look at timing circuits and how using capacitors and timer chips help us keep regular time and switch things on and off. You will spend time designing and testing power amplifiers as used in hi-fi and radio. You will discover how the basic microprocessor circuit works. You will learn to program the chips to perform tasks such as reading sensors, displaying information, and controlling robots.

Where will it take me? After studying electronics, you can progress to university to study a wide variety of electrical and electronic based courses - from robotics to control systems, medical electronics to artificial intelligence, or just general electrical and electronic engineering.

Level 1 Diploma Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Why choose this course? Do you enjoy Science and Maths? Are you curious about how vehicles work? Do you ever have the urge to take things apart to see how they work and have an inquisitive mind? Then a course in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair could be for you.

What will I learn? The Motor Industry is a diverse and interesting Why choose career path, that can lead you down many avenues from motorsport, Automotive & environmentally friendly transport, vehicle modification, sales, parts distribution, industrial or even agricultural vehicles. Our Level 1 Engineering Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is designed to be an introduction to various systems found on a modern day light at Truro College? vehicle and enable you to make an informed decision on a career 1. path within the industry. Develop skills and knowledge that are in demand both locally and nationally. 2. Study in outstanding facilities providing Where will it take me? On completion of this qualification you could gain employment as an Apprentice, or progress onto a Level the best possible experience. 3. 2 course to further your knowledge and increase your chance of Learn from extremely experienced employment. The course is structured to enable you to gain work staff that know how to help you succeed. experience alongside it over the duration of the course. This is highly recommended in order to build your confidence in the vehicle systems being taught and to give you a taste of work as a Vehicle Technician in industry. 46 Level 2 Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma Engineering Engineering

Why choose this course? If you enjoy understanding how things Why choose this course? If you enjoy understanding how and work, problem solving and making things, a Level 2 Engineering why things work, then the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering course can develop your skills and put you in a better position to work will give you the opportunity to apply the mathematics and science in the exciting field of engineering. skills you learnt at school to build working systems both virtually and physically. If you are self-motivated and resourceful and want to learn What will I learn? You will be studying in our well-equipped to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team, you could classrooms and our hi-tech on-site engineering workshops, being work in one of the most exciting careers available with no day being trained on modern manual machines and state of the art CNC Lathes the same. and Milling Machines. You will be taught the technical and practical aspects of engineering manufacturing at our modern, industry What will I learn? You will be stretched and challenged to apply the standard workshops, gaining underpinning knowledge of how to solve knowledge learned to solve engineering problems, to understand a diverse range of engineering problems, being guided by our team of the importance of each link in the chain, and develop the skills to experienced and qualified tutors. overcome problems as they arise. You will have the opportunity to work as an individual and as part of a team both in the classroom Where will it take me? Experienced engineers have high levels of environment and in the workshop. job satisfaction as well as good levels of pay. This course is designed as a stepping stone into the exciting and diverse world of engineering Where will it take me? The Diploma can lead into a wide range of and the wide range of opportunities it offers. Once you have achieved engineering fields including: mechanical, manufacturing, electrical/ the Level 2 Progression to Engineering you will be more employable electronic, civil, marine, environmental, control, automotive, in the engineering sector and you will have better prospects in gaining aerospace etc. Completion of the course will enable you to progress an Apprenticeship. into industry, as a technician on an advanced Apprenticeship or lead to further study at university on a wide range of engineering degrees in your preferred field.

Level 2 Diploma Level 3 Diploma Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Why choose this course? If you want to work in a garage repairing, Why choose this course? This award is aimed at young people modifying, servicing or carrying out routine maintenance on cars and or unemployed adults who wish to study a full-time motor vehicle light commercial vehicles this is an excellent qualification that will help qualification that will help prepare them for the Automotive Sector. It you achieve your aim. is for candidates wanting to develop practical skills, and broaden their understanding of motor vehicle systems and diagnostics procedures. What will I learn? You will be customer facing and need to develop skills to allow you to communicate effectively both verbally and in What will I learn? Studying this course allows candidates to learn, writing. You will gain excellent technical knowledge on all of the develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career systems fitted to a modern vehicle. progression in the automotive industry. This involves the overhauling, diagnostics and knowledge of the vehicle systems, which include: Where will it take me? The qualification that you will be working engines, steering, suspension, brakes, electrics and transmissions. towards is highly valued by the industry not only in the UK, but in The course includes six mandatory units, seven specialist mandatory other English speaking countries, potentially allowing you to work all units and one set of optional units. over the world. The IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry) governs the standards and skills required by employers in many sectors of motor Where will it take me? After successfully completing the Level 3 vehicle industry. On completion of this qualification you could gain award you will have expanded your skills and have better confidence employment as an Apprentice, you could work for a dealership and and opportunity to progress onto a work based qualification such as focus on a particular manufacturer or work for an independent garage an Apprenticeship. that services and repairs many different makes of vehicles.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/auto-engineering 47 Business & Law

48 Many careers require commercial awareness and business sense. You will develop an understanding of all the resources that are required for success in the commercial world and learn practical skills that are transferable to any industry.

Exploring the global world of business, past students have visited Brussels, Luxembourg, Paris and New York. Your exploration of law and the justice system will develop analytical skills and the ability to interpret and evaluate problems. Specific progression advice will be available to you if you are seeking to continue your studies in law and past students have successfully progressed to prestigious law schools at competitive universities. Choose Business & Law Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/business-law for careers in:

Advertising Chartered Accountancy Administration Bank Management Law

Marketing Management Consultancy Project Management Public Relations

Recruitment & HR Retail Management Sales

The excellent range of courses on offer within the department provides really exciting opportunities for both employment and Higher Education.

Sean Irwin Programme Team Leader 49 A Level A Level Accounting Business Studies

Why choose this course? You should be able to think in a structured Why choose this course? Plan on joining the world of work and and logical way; relish in problem solving with figures and a strong industry during your lifetime? Whether it is setting up your own small desire for accuracy; make written comments on your findings; have business or working for a global multinational, many of the key areas an eye for detail and wanting to present work neatly; a willingness to of understanding and useful skills are introduced within this course. work hard. What will I learn? You will reflect upon the commercial world and What will I learn? You will gain a good understanding of the how it impacts your daily life and future. You will explore how different processes and practices a business must undertake to safeguard its businesses interact with consumers and competitors and how they finances, the financial decisions it must take and the preparation of make operational and financial decisions. This will help build on your its financial statements to satisfy stakeholders. You will be introduced understanding of what it takes to manage a business, the importance to and practice double-entry book-keeping along with the production of the everyday decisions facing a business and how to consider of financials. Students are expected to learn how to neatly produce a business’ finances. You will consider the global environment financial statements when calculating the profit made by a business that businesses now operate within and how a business’ strategy and also when accurately valuing a business. You are expected to must consider technological, social, environmental and ethical produce and interpret your calculations and must be able to evaluate consequences. by making recommendations on how a business might improve its performance. Where will it take me? Many universities highly value the qualification and it is a stepping stone to related topics such as Where will it take me? Many students undertake accounts and Business Management, Economics, Marketing and Accountancy. The finance degrees. Some universities require a specific grade in A Level course provides a grounding into initial business concepts that will Mathematics to go onto an Accounts/Finance degree. Students may assist you within the industry, whether running your own business or apply directly to accountancy firms and may be able to undertake as an employee. Apprenticeship training in conjunction with the AAT qualification.

A Level Economics

Why choose this course? Economics relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals to the policies of firms and governments. The study of economics enables you to develop a deeper understanding of the world around us that is as valuable as it is interesting.

What will I learn? Economics has been defined as the study of the allocation of scarce resources between competing claims and needs. You will explore the nature of markets and their role in allocating resources in a modern economy. You will use the concepts of supply and demand to analyse markets as well as investigating the central role of the government when markets fail and examine the performance of the UK economy. You will focus on an understanding and analysis of the labour market and business structures and investigate the role of the government and examine key issues and policies affecting economic performance.

Where will it take me? The qualification is highly valued by many Find out how on universities and employers. Employers value Economics graduates page 156 for their analytical way of thinking and problem solving skills. Economic graduates are amongst the highest paid graduates and there are numerous career options in public and private sectors.

50 Learn more about our Business Apprenticeships on page 22

Rosie Morey A Level Law, Biology, Chemistry and History

The range of courses and independence you get is a huge change from GCSE. Make the most of your time at College and the many exciting opportunities.

Rosie is from St Teath and previously attended Sir James Smith’s School

51 A Level Level 2 Certificate Law Business Administration

Why choose this course? Law pervades every aspect of our Why choose this course? Whether you want to start work, become lives; from a personal decision to purchase a concert ticket to an Apprentice or continue studying Further Education, this course will encompassing major constitutional issues such as the complexities give you transferrable skills from which to plan your future career. involved in the triggering of Article 50 in respect of our departure from the European Union. What will I learn? You will also steadily work through the Level 2 specialist text production and practical ICT units. Your English skills What will I learn? You will have the opportunity to examine the will be developed further as we cover audio transcription and you English Legal System and Private and Public law as well as will enjoy applying your newfound IT skills as we work through the developing an understanding of legal method and reasoning. You business presentation, mail merge, and document presentation units. will be encouraged to engage fully and critically with current affairs, These highly regarded and established qualifications are assessed by develop high-level skills in research, communication, analysis, ICT examinations held throughout the year. and debating and will experience the practical realities of advocacy by participating in the Bar National Mock Trial Competition. Previous trips Where will it take me? This one-year vocational qualification is well include visits to Westminster Parliament, the United Nations in New suited for progression straight into the workplace gaining employment York and the Truro Crown Court. Law is a natural partner to English as an administrator/secretary/receptionist in any modern working and History as well as Politics, Psychology and Sociology. environment. We work with our modern Apprenticeship team in order to take full advantage of the employment opportunities that Where will it take me? Highly valued by many employers, studying will be available to you. Your LCCI International Level 2 Certificate in Law could not only lead to a career in the legal profession as a Business Administration is highly regarded by employers and is the barrister, solicitor, legal executive or paralegal, but also to work in the gateway for any administrative role. You may also progress on to a commercial sector, business and finance, social welfare or politics. Level 3 Extended Diploma programme.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/business-law

Level 2 Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma Business/Travel & Tourism Business

Why choose this course? Choosing to study the Progression 2 Why choose this course? Want to start your own business? Make Business/Travel & Tourism qualification is a great decision for lots your ideas happen? Create exciting advertising campaigns? Learn of reasons, particularly considering the nature of employment within how to manage a team of professionals? Or ever wondered how Cornwall. The qualification will prepare you for different careers by a business operates in an ever changing environment? Then this equipping you with organisational skills, marketing knowledge, the course is for you. ability to present your ideas clearly and financial skills. What will I learn? The course will provide you with an understanding What will I learn? The qualification contains a range of core, of how marketing, human resources, accounts, operations, sales, mandatory and optional units to ensure that students learn the project teams, management teams and directors and customer essential knowledge and skills so that they can progress onto further service interlink to achieve business aims and objectives, together study (a more specialist Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business with essential knowledge of how the business environment impacts or Travel & Tourism for example), or enter into employment. Units upon successful business planning. The course will enable you to you will study range from marketing to customer service. This is an acquire vital skills and the critical awareness necessary for managing exciting one year opportunity to study both business and travel & teams and creating value for a business, whilst preparing you for tourism before specialising at the next level. your career. There are various optional units including: Recruitment and Selection, Events Management and Creative Product Promotion. Where will it take me? In business, you would be aiming to move Please note that there is a specification update that will have some into entry-level roles, such as assistants in business administration, examination content. marketing, finance, human resources, sales and customer service. For travel & tourism this could include positions within travel agencies, Where will it take me? Business is such a diverse subject that there visitor attractions or hotels. are a wide number of progression opportunities available ranging from studying the subject further at higher education; securing a business related Apprenticeship or even starting your own small business. 52 Level 3 Certificate Business Administration

Why choose this course? The course has excellent prospects for employment as you will develop the knowledge, understanding and skills, which are currently required in any administrative working environment. Employers recognise these essential qualifications as the benchmark for those seeking employment.

What will I learn? Good communication, along with up-to-date practical IT and keyboard skills, are essential in today’s often demanding and multi-tasking working environment. We have therefore put together a programme of study, which will not only give you the practical skills and qualifications for an administrative role, but also the knowledge of why current office systems and procedures play such an important role in a successful business.

Where will it take me? This qualification is well suited for progression straight into the workplace gaining employment as an administrator/secretary in any modern office-working environment. We work very closely with our modern Apprenticeship team in order to take full advantage of the various employment opportunities that will be available to you. Equally so, progression into a wide range of Further/Higher Education courses is also extremely attainable.

Level 3 Extended Diploma Travel & Tourism

Why choose this course? If you want to work in the world’s fastest growing industry employing over 292m people - that is 1 in 10 jobs on Why choose the planet - then studying Travel & Tourism will help you to embark on this journey. You will organise events, visit international airports, Business & Law develop employability skills, deliver excellent customer service and at Truro College? gain valuable work experience as part of the course. What will I learn? The course will give you an insight into the world 1. Exciting opportunities to study each of tour operations and package holidays, including being a holiday subject in depth providing both insight representative; the hospitality industry, including hotels ranging from and transferable skills for further study budget to luxury, as well as restaurants, coffee shops and bars; tourist of employment. attractions, from purpose built theme parks to historic houses; and 2. The option to participate in a wide the transport industry, including working at airports, and for airlines range of extra-curricular subject related as cabin crew. You will develop your understanding of key business activities including overseas visits, work concepts including marketing, human resources and customer placements and national competitions. service. A range of study visits will broaden your experience of the 3. Accessible subject specific resources industry. Please note that there is a specification update, which will in a specialist Learning Resources have some examination content. Centre. Where will it take me? Successful students progress to Higher Education, studying International Tourism Management, Events Management or other related subjects. Others readily find employment in a wide range of businesses. 53 Care, Community & Education

54 As a caring individual it is vitally important that you have the necessary qualifications to play a role in shaping the lives of others.

We will help you gain the skills you need to benefit society, helping others through support and education and being able to fulfil the growing demand for high quality, caring professionals. Alongside specialist knowledge, communication and organisation, you will develop your empathy and compassion to excel in a rewarding career. Choose Care, Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/care-community Community & Education for careers in:

Childcare Students are supported and Counselling Health Care encouraged to develop a comprehensive Nursing range of skills that allow them to Teaching Midwifery progress and achieve. Occupational Health Social Care Elizabeth Phillips Programme Team Leader Therapy Youth Work

Speech & Language Therapy Paramedicine Physiotherapist Occupational Therapist Radiography

See our Care, Community & Education Apprenticeships from page 22

55 Can be taken alongside A Levels Level 3 Certificate / Diploma Health & Social Care

Why choose this course? Are you interested in working in a health and social care setting? A career in healthcare is challenging, rewarding, interesting and exciting, requiring you to have a variety of skills, knowledge and expertise to succeed.

What will I learn? You will discover the influences, factors and life events that shape people into the individuals they are. You will realise that while we all share a common biological pattern of development, our actual life course may differ considerably from what is expected. For you to be able to provide the care and support that individuals need, it is important that you have a good understanding of the principles behind providing quality care and support. You will be introduced to the values and issues that need to be considered when planning care and support that meet the needs of an individual in a health and social care environment.

Where will it take me? Successful completion of the course should allow entry into Higher Education, including nursing, midwifery, teaching and many other degrees. Previous students have also progressed into nutrition, primary school teaching, dental nursing and other allied health care professions.

Level 1 Progression Exploring the Caring Sectors

Why choose this course? If you want a career where you can progress, feel secure and get an enormous sense of personal achievement from knowing you are positively supporting individuals Why choose with a range of health and social care needs, then this course is for you. This programme includes the BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Care, Community Exploring the Caring Sectors and GCSE English and Maths. & Education What will I learn? With a huge demand for workers, plenty of at Truro College? opportunities for progression and a job in which a high percentage of workers report they feel their work makes a difference, the 1. Vocationally qualified and experienced staff BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Exploring the Caring Sectors has who provide specialist skills required for lots to offer. The knowledge base you will develop, such as care working in this sector. values, communication skills, promoting health and well-being and 2. Excellent links with the health, social care, understanding the importance of delivering individualised care childcare and education sectors. within a diverse multi-cultural society, is not only vitally important but 3. Students thrive in a supported environment essential to progress a career. Work placement may be an option with and are encouraged to develop a wide this course. range of employability and academic skills relevant to health, social care and Where will it take me? Previous students have taken the opportunity education sectors. to continue their studies onto our Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Career opportunities such as support work, health care assistants, Apprenticeships in early years settings or other health and care organisations are also considered. 56 Level 2 Progression Level 3 Extended Diploma Health & Social Care Children’s Play, Learning & Development

Why choose this course? This qualification aims to give you the Why choose this course? Your role will include providing a safe, opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge that are used within secure and stimulating environment that enables children to reach the health, social care and childcare sectors. This programme their full potential. You will plan for a curriculum that is aimed at includes the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Health & Social Care, GCSE ensuring high-quality education for children aged from birth up to English and Maths and the study of enterprise. seven years and eleven months. If you are looking to work with children and their families and enjoy working in a challenging but What will I learn? The BTEC First Certificate aims to: give you the highly rewarding environment then this course is for you. opportunity to gain a broad understanding and knowledge of, and skills in, the health and social care sector, e.g. the underpinning What will I learn? As an early years educator you will have the care values and an understanding of the different life stages that necessary skills to observe, plan and assess children’s individual care individuals go through. Work placement may be an option with this and learning needs. You will develop those skills within College and in course. a practical work placement setting.

Where will it take me? The course supports progression to a more Where will it take me? Students have undertaken degrees in BA specialised Level 3 vocational or academic health and social care Early Childhood Studies, BA in Education, BEd in Early Years or course, an Apprenticeship, or qualifications in other sectors, such as Primary Education, BA in Social Work and Child and Family Welfare early years. These, in turn, give you the potential opportunity, in due studies. Truro and Penwith College also provide Foundation Degree’s course, to enter employment within a range of junior job roles across in Children and Young People’s Workforce, Childhood Education, the health and social care sector. The course aims to inspire and Youth and Community Studies and Psychology. Students have also enthuse you to consider a career in the health and social care sector, gone onto successful careers direct from the course including teacher or in a related sector where knowledge of health and social care will assistants in primary and specialist schools, play worker, early years be of use, such as early years. educators in pre-school and day care settings.

Level 3 Extended Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma Health & Social Care (Health Studies) Health & Social Care (Social Care)

Why choose this course? Are you interested in working in a health Why choose this course? Are you interested in working in social care setting? A career in healthcare is challenging, rewarding, care? This career is challenging, rewarding, interesting and exciting, interesting and exciting, requiring you to have a variety of skills, requiring you to have a variety of skills, knowledge and expertise to knowledge and expertise to succeed. succeed. This course will provide you with a broad scientific base and an opportunity to study social care issues. What will I learn? This course will provide you with a broad scientific base and an opportunity to study health care issues. You will need to What will I learn? An experienced team of lecturers, many of whom prepare to work hard independently, carry out in-depth research and have worked in the health and social care profession, will support use a variety of information sources. You will have the opportunity to your learning. You will need to prepare to work hard independently, be placed in a variety of settings totalling a minimum of 200 hours, carry out in-depth research and use a variety of information sources. which is a mandatory part of the course. This will include at least three You will have the opportunity to be placed in a variety of settings different settings. Previous settings have included hospitals, dentists, totalling a minimum of 200 hours, which is a mandatory part of the early years settings, residential homes for the elderly and day centres course. This will include at least three different settings. Previous for clients with mental health problems or learning disabilities. settings have included early years settings, residential homes for the elderly and day centres for clients with mental health problems or Where will it take me? Successful completion of the course should learning disabilities. allow entry into Higher Education, including Nursing and Midwifery degrees and/or employment or training in the health sector. Previous Where will it take me? Successful completion of the course should students have also progressed into nutrition, dental nursing and other allow entry into Higher Education, including Teaching, Social Work, allied health care professions including OT, paramedicine and health Psychology, Youth Work degree and/or employment or training in the care assistants. care sector. Previous students have also progressed into social work, criminology, sociology and primary or secondary education.

57 Computing & IT

58 In an IT focused world, you will learn the skills required to excel in academia and future employment.

Kevin McCoag IT Lecturer

With an enjoyment of problem solving you will be keen to develop your analytical skills. To enjoy success in the world of computing and IT, you will add to your technical skills with teamwork and communication. Choose

You will have many opportunities to enrich your learning experience with fellow Science, Computing & IT Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) students. You could also test your skills for careers in: against other students across the country and compete in the British Informatics Olympiad.

Robotics Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/computing Software Engineering Games Development

Information & Communication Technology Industries Web Design

Network Security Systems Analysis Digital Design Computer Programming

Database Administration Telecommunications Cyber Security

59 Can be taken alongside A Levels A Level Level 3 Extended Certificate Computer Science Information Technology

Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about the Why choose this course? This qualification is designed for fundamental principles and concepts behind computer science those wishing to study an IT related course alongside an A Level and how software is engineered, then this course will stretch and programme of study. challenge you. You will gain skills in a range of programming environments, how we use programming languages to solve What will I learn? The two-year course covers four units: Information problems, how digital technology is used, and the moral, ethical, legal Technology Systems, Creating Systems to Manage Information, and cultural opportunities and risks. Using Social Media in Business and Website Development. You will have a solid understanding of the technology and applications What will I learn? You will develop practical skills in a range of used in business environments including the ability to design, build programming languages principally Visual C# and Visual Basic.NET and test relational database systems. You will use basic scripting and perform Systems analysis, software engineering and program language to design and develop websites. You will understand how construction. You will learn how software interacts with hardware, modern businesses utilise social media platforms for promotion and data structures and processes and how the principles of hardware integration with web and mobile applications and will have developed impact on software and data communication. You will also discover a synoptic understanding of all areas of IT, including the relationship how software drives the digital economy and the implications of the between hardware, software and users. digital revolution on society. Where will it take me? Students studying the previous version of this Where will it take me? Computer Science complements many qualification have progressed to study Geography and the London courses, such as Physics, Electronics, Mathematics, technology- School of Economics, Accounting and Finance at Bath University, related courses, and other sciences and could lead to a degree Computer Science at Exeter, Philosophy at Winchester and Actuarial in Computer Science or computing related subjects or a future in Mathematics at the University of Leeds. programming, networking, business, engineering or banking.

Level 1 Progression Level 2 Progression Introduction to Information Technology Information & Creative Technology

Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about a range of Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about information exciting technologies, this one year course will stretch and challenge and creative technology, working with images, using the Internet for you whilst providing valuable insights and skills into how ICT is used research and like the idea of building your own website, then this today. This programme includes the BTEC Level 1 Certificate in course will stretch and challenge you by providing valuable insights Information & Creative Technology and GCSE English and Maths. into how ICT is used today. It is often the face and infrastructure of individuals, groups, businesses, organisations and events. This What will I learn? You will study four core units to help develop programme includes the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Information common skills in planning for progression, working with others, & Creative Technology, GCSE English and Maths and the study of internet research and being organised. Other units will include enterprise. developing digital information, solving technical IT problems, creating a working spreadsheet model, building a website and developing What will I learn? You’ll start off by exploring how ICT is used in digital and animated graphics. There are no course exams; all units many different ways and how useful it can be. The course gives are assignment based. you an opportunity to use software applications such as Adobe Animate when working on the Animation unit. You will also learn Where will it take me? Successful completion of the course to at to use Notepad ++ to code HTML, JavaScript, and CSS to build a least an overall merit will allow progression to the Level 2 Information website for your portfolio. This will give you an insight into how the and Creative Technology course. professionals do things. You’ll learn how spreadsheets are created and developed in preparation for Level 3 Progression. You will experience a 3D Printer in our Hardware unit.

Find out more online: Where will it take me? Successful completion of the course to at truro-penwith.ac.uk/computing least an overall merit will allow progression to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT. ICT is constantly evolving and creates many career 60 opportunities for the skilled professional. Level 3 Extended Diploma Why choose IT Practitioners: General IT Computing & IT Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about computers and information technology, then the Extended Diploma in General IT at Truro College? will be of great interest to you. Building on your existing knowledge, this course will stretch and challenge your IT knowledge and skills. 1. Opportunities to learn a range of programming languages. What will I learn? You will work on interesting practical and Excellent links with local industry 2. theoretical projects. You will be confident in designing and writing professionals. computer programmes, building websites and configuring and Students flourish in a challenging, 3. managing networks. You will understand how to configure and protect problem-solving environment and are an IT system from attack and subsequent data loss and be able to encouraged to explore their interest in specialist technology fields. describe the impact that IT systems are having on our world and how businesses are using the latest technologies to gain a competitive edge.

Where will it take me? Career paths for IT Professionals include developing web sites and computer games. People with creative flair can choose career paths as graphical designers, web site designers and computer game designers. For the more technically minded there are careers as computer technicians, network technicians and many more. Significant numbers of students continue on to computing and IT related degree courses at university.

Level 3 Extended Diploma IT Practitioners: Software Development

Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about computers and computer programming, then the Extended Diploma in Software Development will be of great interest to you. Building on your existing knowledge, this course will stretch and challenge your IT knowledge and skills.

What will I learn? By the end of this course you will be confident in planning, designing and writing computer programmes, building websites, developing mobile phone apps, configuring and managing networks, and analysing and designing complex computer systems for business. You will understand how to configure and protect an IT system from attack and subsequent data loss. You will be able to describe the impact that IT systems are having on our world and how businesses are using the latest technologies to gain a competitive edge.

Where will it take me? People with creative flair can choose career paths as graphical designers, web site designers and computer game designers. Career paths for software developers include developing mobile apps, web sites and computer games. For the more technically minded there are careers as computer technicians, network technicians and many more. Successful students can also progress onto Higher Education. 61 Construction

62 There are acute shortages in skilled tradespeople both locally and nationally. With hard work and dedication you can gain skills, security, satisfaction and ensure a stable future with qualifications in craft and trade areas.

You will learn essential industry skills within the Seaton building, the centre for construction and engineering. Purpose-built learning spaces provide the resources to develop the knowledge needed for a successful career. Choose Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/construction Construction for careers in:

Architectural Joinery Bricklaying Site Carpentry Carpentry & Joinery Plastering

Many students progress into Apprenticeships and industry, some even choose to take their skills and qualifications and work overseas. I can’t think of many other careers that offer so much opportunity.

Nick Tillyer Programme Team Leader 63 Level 1 Diploma Level 1 Diploma Bricklaying Carpentry & Joinery

Why choose this course? The role of the bricklayer is to Why choose this course? It offers you the opportunity to design, accurately and consistently lay bricks, blocks and stones to architect create and to build. The industry itself is diverse and embraces all specifications. They work inside and outside of properties building kinds of projects such as office buildings, plants, schools, colleges, and repairing walls as well as specialist brickwork such as chimneys highways, hospitals, churches and houses. It also includes major and fireplaces. maintenance and alteration projects.

What will I learn? This course is the first step to a career as a What will I learn? Carpenters and joiners will carry out the following: bricklayer. You will gain an understanding of the construction industry understand drawings, which they use to create a project; planning and have an opportunity to apply learning in a practical and realistic tasks/projects to the most effective and efficient way; laying out, way. You will gain confidence by developing independent learning measuring, cutting, putting together and joining various timbers and skills and will learn how craft activities are carried out safely and how materials; using a variety of different hand and power tools to the they contribute to our built environment. You will be taught in our industry and safety standards. As a carpenter or joiner, you will carry first-class workshops and will quickly start to build walls and other cut and shape timber for floorboards, skirting boards and window structures on your own and in small teams. Employers want smart frames; make and assemble doors, window frames, staircases and and switched on people to help their business grow and you need to fitted furniture; fit wooden structures, like floor and roof joists, roof gain knowledge of how the construction industry operates. timbers, staircases, partition walls, and door and window frames, and much more. Where will it take me? Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to progress onto a Level 2 Technical Certificate in Where will it take me? On successful completion of the Carpentry Bricklaying which requires a further year of study. Alternatively, you & Joinery Level 1 programme you will be able to progress onto the could progress onto an Apprenticeship and relevant employment next level. The following options are Level 2 Site Carpentry or Level 2 within the construction industry. Architectural Joinery.

Level 1 Diploma Level 2 Technical Certificate Plastering Architectural Joinery

Why choose this course? If you work or want to work as a plasterer Why choose this course? If you work or want to work as an in the construction sector, this course has been designed around the architectural joiner in the construction industry and have a recognised needs of local employers and provides a mix of both practical and qualification in carpentry and joinery (Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & theory-based learning. Joinery) then this course is an ideal way of gaining experience whilst working towards an industry recognised qualification. What will I learn? You will study units such as: principles of building construction, information and communication; preparing background What will I learn? This qualification has been designed around surfaces and mixing plastering materials; applying scratch coats to the needs of employers within the construction industry. During the internal backgrounds; fixing sheet materials; applying floating coats course you will develop skills required as an architectural joiner to walls; applying setting coats; and health, safety and welfare in through the study of units such as: principles of construction; construction. You will learn how to use different types of plaster, planning and preparation for architectural joinery production; use of render, plaster board, all professional tools and equipment and you woodworking machinery; architectural joinery component production; will gain the skills and techniques needed to start a career in the assembly and finishing of architectural joinery products. The College trade. We have all the professional tools and equipment and you will have realistic simulated work environments where you will learn develop your skills in sand and lime rendering, scratch coats and float and develop your practical skills as well as the most up to date coats and the use of lightweight plaster, as well as plaster boarding professional equipment to make studying here as close to the working and much more. environment as possible.

Where will it take me? Progression routes on completion of this Where will it take me? You will be able to progress on to the Level course include advancement onto a Level 2 Diploma in Plastering, 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Architectural Joinery as a full time progression onto a Level 2 NVQ Apprenticeship in Plastering or course or as an Apprenticeship at an intermediate level or enter employment within the construction industry. employment as a semi-skilled craftsman.

64 Learn more about our Construction Apprenticeships on page 22

Samuel Rowe Bricklaying Level 1 Diploma

I chose Truro College because I’d heard it was the best. The lessons are excellent and I’m looking forward to moving on to Level 2 and 3.

Samuel is from Gorran Haven and previously attended Roseland Academy

65 Level 2 Technical Certificate Level 2 Technical Certificate Bricklaying Plastering

Why choose this course? If you work or want to work on a site Why choose this course? The Level 2 Technical Certificate in or around domestic/industrial dwellings as a bricklayer in the Plastering provides you with the opportunity to progress from construction industry and have a recognised qualification in trowel beginner to advanced level plastering. This qualification is aimed occupations (Level 1 Bricklaying) then this course is ideal for you. at those who have completed their Level 1 and want to progress further and develop practical skills and techniques already learnt into What will I learn? You will develop the skills required for employment professional standard skills, or to progress through an Apprenticeship and career progression as a bricklayer at intermediate level through and work towards becoming a master craftsman. the study of units such as: principles of construction; building cavity walls; constructing basic arches; setting out buildings. You will learn What will I learn? This course helps you to learn, develop and the processes associated with the role of the bricklayer including practice the skills required for employment and career progression building and repair, working with different materials, brick and block in plastering. You will study units such as: principles of construction; laying, amongst other tasks. You will also learn to use the hand tools, internal plastering and fixing sheet materials; applying external plain power tools and other equipment associated with the trade to enable rendering; floor screed systems; direct bond tapping and jointing; you to fulfil the role of a bricklayer. producing, fixing and finishing plain plaster mouldings to match existing; installing linings and encasement systems; installing metal Where will it take me? You will be able to progress onto the Level furring ceiling systems; installing metal stus partitioning systems. 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Bricklaying or progression onto an Apprenticeship and/or employment within the construction industry. Where will it take me? Progression routes on completion of this course include advancement onto a Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plastering, progression onto an Apprenticeship in Plastering or employment within the construction industry. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/construction

Level 2 Technical Certificate Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Site Carpentry Architectural Joinery

Why choose this course? If you work or want to work as a site Why choose this course? If you have been working for some time carpenter, in the construction industry and have a recognised Level or want to work as an architectural joiner in the construction industry 1 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery then this course is an ideal way and have a recognised Level 2 qualification Architectural Joinery of gaining experience whilst working towards an industry recognised then this course is an ideal way of gaining further experience whilst qualification at intermediate level. working towards an industry recognised qualification at advanced level. What will I learn? During the course you will develop and practice the skills required for employment as a site carpenter through What will I learn? During the course you will develop and practice studying: principles of construction; structural carpentry; non- the skills required for employment and career progression as an structural carpentry prior to plastering; non-structural carpentry architectural joiner through the study of units such as: principles of following plastering; timber technology and the use of a circular saw organising, planning and pricing construction work; set up and use and many other tasks associated with the role of site carpenter and fixed and transportable machinery; manufacture curved joinery; will use equipment associated with the trade to enable you to install manufacture stairs with turns and other joinery products in both the joinery products in a site carpentry environment. theory classroom and practical workshops.

Where will it take me? On successful completion of this course you Where will it take me? Successful completion of this course can lead will be able to progress onto Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma to full-time employment in the construction industry or further study. in Site Carpentry as a full-time course or progression onto an Apprenticeship and/or employment within the construction industry.

66 Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Bricklaying

Why choose this course? This advanced level qualification builds on skills that students have learned in Levels 1 and 2. Level 3 encourages students to grow in confidence to develop their own ideas around decorative and reinforced brickwork and more technically challenging work such as chimneys and fireplaces in a variety of materials. There is also a focus on repairing structures, which is an important set of skills for employment.

What will I learn? Where possible, students will be given experience of live building projects either through work experience or visits to sites. Employers want smart and switched on people to help their business grow and you need to gain knowledge of how the construction industry operates in our well-equipped classrooms and computer suites. Topics include: organising, planning and pricing construction work; repairing and maintaining masonry structures; constructing radial and battered brickwork; decorative and re-enforced brickwork; constructing fireplaces and chimneys.

Where will it take me? Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to progress directly into employment or further study.

Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma Site Carpentry

Why choose this course? If you have been working for some time or want to work as a site carpenter in the construction industry and have a recognised Level 2 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery then this course is an ideal way of gaining further, more advanced experience whilst working towards an industry recognised Why choose qualification at advanced level.

Construction What will I learn? You will develop and practice the skills required for employment and career progression as a Site Carpenter through the at Truro College? study of units such as: Principles of organising, planning and pricing 1. Develop skills and knowledge of construction work; constructing cut roofing; fitting doors, windows that are in demand both locally and their finishings; fixing stairs with turns; principles of maintenance and nationally. and repair; set up and use fixed and transportable machinery. You will 2. Study in outstanding facilities also learn to use the hand tools, power tools, woodworking machinery providing the best possible and other equipment associated with the trade to enable you to experience. install quality joinery products. The College have extremely realistic 3. Learn from extremely simulated work environments where you will learn and develop your experienced staff that know practical skills, as well as the most up to date professional tools and how to help you succeed. equipment.

Where will it take me? Successful completion of this course could lead to full-time employment or further study.

67 English & Languages

68 Language is intrinsically linked with a country’s literature, traditions and history.

You will explore the linguistic and literary heritage of the English language, understanding how it influences all communication.

Your skills of self-expression and analysis will develop as you read widely and look at the genres of poetry, prose, drama and a range of non-literary texts. As you progress in higher study or your chosen career, you will value your ability to interpret and communicate effectively in written and spoken form, which are essential skills for any profession.

The world will be opened up to you as your foreign language skills develop and you become immersed in a new culture. You will also have the opportunity to test your linguistic talents around the world, not just within Europe but further, where your chosen language may be spoken across the globe.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/english-languages

On our exciting English and Languages courses you will develop the ability to think critically about different texts and Choose about the world around you. English & Languages Jen McConnell Programme Team Leader for careers in:

Teaching Journalism Translating Interpreting

Law Publishing Speech Therapy International Aid/Development Work

69 A Level A Level English Language English Language & Literature

Why choose this course? Imagine you could take your innermost Why choose this course? Love writing? Like to analyse...well, thoughts and insert them into someone else’s mind. Well, language everything? This course allows you to be creative - not only in the allows you to do this. You will explore questions like: how do we fiction and non-fiction writing you will produce - but in your analytical learn how to speak and write? Is the language being corrupted or is work by imposing no rules as to how you should approach your linguistic change gr8? analysis of a text. Word class? Sure. Imagery? Of course!

What will I learn? You will learn to analyse texts effectively while What will I learn? Explore both non-literary and non-fiction texts applying a range of theories and using detailed linguistic terminology. and expect to study prose, drama and poetry as well as a range of You will explore how spoken, written and multimodal texts are texts such as articles, online copy and adverts. You will also explore influenced by context and both reflect and construct personal the nature of spoken and multimodal language: how people talk and identities. The language analysed will be incredibly diverse from an why they talk in the way they do. You will develop your creative writing informal text message between friends to a formal speech by the in different genres, reflecting on your practice in order to become a Prime Minister. You will also have plenty of opportunity to pursue your critical reviewer of your own, as well as others’, works. You will also own interests in this subject and produce your own creative writing explore how literature represents ‘Society and the Individual’ by in a genre of your choice and conduct an independent investigation, studying Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ and the poetry of Larkin. which can focus on topics such as gender, power and journalism. Where will it take me? This A Level enables you to develop the key Where will it take me? This course is highly valued by universities critical, creative and analytical skills required both for progression and employers and is an excellent subject to complement many to Higher Education and for enhanced employability. The course courses, such as English Literature, Psychology, Sociology, Media provides a grounding for either Language or Literature at degree level Studies and Education. Some university courses also require English and is an excellent subject to complement many courses, such as Literature. Psychology, Sociology, any media-related course, Communication and Education.

A Level English Literature

Why choose this course? If you enjoy reading and analysing literary texts, then this is the course for you. You will study a range of challenging and stimulating works from a variety of periods from 1610-2010. The course offers opportunities for comparisons between texts and genres and considers works of literature in their historical and cultural contexts. You will learn the skills of close textual analysis and literary criticism.

What will I learn? You will be introduced to dystopian fiction. A Why choose dystopia is a nightmarish society; writers use this genre to comment English & on and criticise their society. You will study Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty- Four and (in Year 2) Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale. You will also Languages study Williams’ play A Streetcar Named Desire; the 19th century poems of Rossetti and Shakespeare’s The Tempest. You will also at Truro College? study Ibsen’s A Doll’s House, a 19th century play with an ending so controversial Ibsen had to rewrite it in order to have it performed in 1. Enthusiastic lecturers, committed to helping you achieve the very Germany. You will also have a large degree of independence in your best you can. choice of texts and tasks for coursework. 2. Lecturers have expert subject knowledge. Where will it take me? This A Level is highly valued by universities. It 3. Excellent progression rates to provides an excellent grounding for studying English or other courses university. such as Modern Languages, Law and Teaching/Education.

70 Hugo Bush A Level English Language and Literature, Spanish, History, Classical Civilisation and the Academic Academy The facilities are great and I find my courses and lecturers are really engaging.

Hugo is from Redruth and previously attended The Roseland Academy

71 A Level French

Why choose this course? A knowledge of French opens the doors to companies in France and other French-speaking parts of the world. As the world’s fifth biggest economy and number-three destination for foreign investment, France is a key economic partner. That makes learning French an excellent choice for young people wanting to maximise their employment chances.

What will I learn? You will be able to improve your language skills, which means that you will learn vocabulary based on a variety of topic areas as well as grammar rules, which will enable you to make sense of the language and to use it accurately. Your lessons will be conducted in specialist language rooms. You will have regular conversation sessions with our French assistant to help you improve your confidence in speaking. Students can take part in one of two trips to France, a ten day stay in Brittany with a five day work experience placement in a primary school, and an exchange trip to Morlaix.

Where will it take me? A qualification in French is highly valued by universities and employers alike. At university, French can be studied alone or combined with almost any other subject. Employment prospects are very good for graduates with a language qualification.

A Level German

Why choose this course? Did you know that Germany is the UK’s second largest trading partner after the USA? In fact, approximately 75% of UK international trade is with non-English speaking countries. It is therefore not surprising that British businesses are looking for linguists, and, in particular, for people who can speak German. That makes learning German an excellent choice for young people wanting to maximise their employment chances.

What will I learn? Your lessons will be conducted in specialist language rooms. You will have access to our Languages centre, where you can get help with your research, homework or other aspects of your studies. You will have conversation sessions with our For more course German language assistant to help you improve your confidence in information and an speaking. You will have the opportunity to take part in our Exchange application to Göttingen, which includes 5 days’ work experience. You will also form develop your knowledge of German-speaking countries’ culture.

Where will it take me? A qualification in German is highly valued by universities and employers alike. At university, German can be studied alone or combined with almost any subject. Employment prospects are very good for graduates with a language qualification.

72 A Level A Level Italian Italian for Beginners

Why choose this course? A Level Italian is about the contemporary Why choose this course? You can study an exciting new language Italian society and culture, enabling you to discuss interesting issues from scratch. This fast-paced course, aimed at keen language in Italian. There is a national shortage of Italian speakers, so there are students, will develop your speaking, reading, listening and writing many opportunities for work in Europe and in other countries. skills in Italian.

What will I learn? Up-to-date resources will be used on the course. What will I learn? You will learn about contemporary Italian society Your lessons will be conducted in specialist language classrooms and culture, developing research and language-learning skills where you can gain first-hand experience of the language and essential for academic and vocational purposes. Your lessons will culture taught by our native Italian lecturer. You will have access to be conducted in specialist language classrooms where you can our Languages Centre, where you can acquire additional support gain first-hand experience of the language and culture taught by our with research, homework or any other aspect of your studies. You native Italian lecturer. Weekly, you will attend a conversation session will attend conversation sessions with our native Italian language with our native Italian language assistant to enhance your speaking assistant. You can take part in our lively language and cultural visit to abilities. You will also have the opportunity to take part and enjoy our Italy, to places such as Roma, Venezia and La Riviera Napoletana. lively language and cultural visit to Italy, to places such as Roma, Venezia and La Riviera Napoletana. Where will it take me? A language qualification is highly valued by universities and employers. There is a national shortage of Italian Where will it take me? Italian is a Romance language. Italy has the speakers, so there are many opportunities for work in Europe and in eighth-largest economy in the world, the third largest economy in the other countries. Language graduates have the highest employment Eurozone, is the UK’s ninth largest goods export market and it is the rate after students of medicine, dentistry and veterinary science. UK’s eighth largest source of imports. There is a national shortage of Italian speakers, so there are many opportunities for work in Europe and in other countries. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/english-languages

A Level A Level Spanish Spanish for Beginners

Why choose this course? Spanish is spoken in 23 countries by Why choose this course? Did you know that Spanish is spoken more than 400 million people and is the second most important global in 23 countries by more than 400 million people and that it is the language with regard to international communication. It is also one of second most important global language with regard to international the official languages of the European Community, the United Nations communication? It is also one of the official languages of the and Spain is one of the UK’s most important trading partners. European Community, the United Nations and Spain is one of the UK’s most important trading partners. What will I learn? You will develop all four language skills: speaking, reading, listening and writing through a wide range of materials, both What will I learn? This fast-paced course at Truro College aimed at inside and outside the classroom. You will also have the opportunity keen linguists, will give you the opportunity to develop competence to take part in one of our language visits to Andalucía, in the south in the Spanish language and an insight into Hispanic culture. One of Spain. You will develop your knowledge of Spanish speaking aspect of the course will be to build your language skills; you will learn countries and their culture. You will do this by studying various topics vocabulary based on a variety of topic areas as well as grammar as part of your course, as well as a Spanish language film and book. rules, which will enable you to make sense of the language and to use it accurately. In addition to the six hours 40 minutes lecture time, Where will it take me? Spanish can be studied alone or combined you will also have a weekly conversation session with one of our with almost any other subject including business, law and science. Spanish language assistants to help you improve your confidence in Spanish is of huge global importance. There are ever increasing speaking. opportunities for Spanish speakers to work in Europe and Latin America. Language graduates have the highest employment rate Where will it take me? You will have the opportunity to take part in after students of medicine, dentistry and veterinary science. one of our language visits to Andalucía, in the south of Spain. You will develop your knowledge of Spanish speaking countries and their culture.

73 Food, Catering & Hospitality

74 The hospitality industry is one of the cornerstones of the Cornish economy and you will gain the skills needed for success.

You will discover and develop new talents, working as part of a team and experiencing the buzz of a professional kitchen in our Spires Restaurant. You could choose to work part-time within the industry whilst at College and will be able to put your new-found knowledge to immediate use, gaining a real sense of achievement throughout your course.

“There is no substitute for learning whist working as you quickly develop the skills you need to progress in this fast-paced industry. We’re proud to support The Rick Stein Academy and work with those who are passionate about great food and making people smile.” Rick Stein

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/food-catering-hospitality

Choose Food, Catering & Hospitality for careers in:

Catering Management Event Management Restaurant Management Professional Cookery

Students take ownership of the restaurant and become very supportive of each other. Different pathways provide breadth to the qualifications allowing students to widen their knowledge and experience.

Hayley McKinstry Programme Team Leader 75 Level 1 Diploma Professional Cookery Why choose this course? If you enjoy cookery, creating your own See our dishes and want to learn more about becoming a professional chef then this course will stretch and challenge you, by providing valuable Food, Catering insights into what qualities you need to work in a busy, but rewarding & Hospitality hospitality industry. Apprenticeships What will I learn? You will be practicing different cooking methods, from page 22 such as boiling, steaming, stewing, braising, and shallow frying, as well as cold foods and regeneration of pre-prepared foods. Theory and practical classes will underpin why we cook food and how as chefs, we can make basic ingredients more palatable and appealing. You will be working in our new Spires training restaurant as part of a team, where you will prepare, cook and present fine dining food to paying customers during a lunchtime service, gaining valuable real working environment skills.

Where will it take me? A Level 1 qualification will enable you to continue and develop your existing skills on our Level 2 Diploma course, then progress onto Level 3 where you can specialise either in Patisserie, Bakery, Butchery, Kitchen and Larder or Restaurant Manager. Alternatively, you could opt for an Advanced Apprenticeship or seek employment in one of the many food outlets in the county.

Level 2 Diploma Professional Cookery

Why choose this course? If you enjoyed the skills and knowledge you gained in Level 1 Professional Cookery, this will further your ability to create your own dishes and learn more about becoming a professional chef.

What will I learn? You will be practicing more advanced cooking methods such as preparing and cooking various dishes. Theory and practical classes will underpin why we cook food and how, as chefs, we can make basic ingredients more palatable and appealing. You will work in Spires restaurant, where you will prepare, cook and present fine dining food to paying customers during a lunchtime service. You will learn new skills in our two training kitchens, where food produced will be sold in our Bistro Café or Spires restaurant shop. You will learn advanced service skills such as Gueridon (table theatre) and how to make cocktails and serve wines to match food.

Where will it take me? You can progress on to VTCT Diploma Level 3 in Professional Cookery or an Advanced Apprenticeship. You can gain employment in one of the many food outlets in the county. Continued studies would enable you to start your own business or franchise while Higher Education courses could qualify you for teaching, training or assessing posts.

76 Level 3 Diploma Food & Beverage Supervision

Why choose this course? If you enjoy food and beverage service, want to build on existing skills and learn more about becoming a professional supervisor or manager in the hospitality industry, then this course will stretch and challenge you by developing your management skills and build a strong work ethic in which you will learn the qualities you require to work in an industry that is challenging, but very rewarding.

What will I learn? You will be given a team of students who you will be directly responsible for. Spires training restaurant is a 50 seat open plan restaurant with the latest equipment and service. You will be practicing your management skills, food and beverage service, promotion, customer service and additional units such as barista skills, serving alcoholic beverages and cocktails to name a few. There will be additional opportunities to take part in evening functions and outside events; these may include skills shows, weddings, birthday, and fine-dining evenings. It will be your responsibility to plan and execute these to a high standard.

Where will it take me? The qualification incorporates the Level 3 Food Safety certificate to ensure you have the relevant health and safety knowledge to enter the industry ready for work and are fully up to date.

Level 3 Diploma Advanced Professional Cookery

Why choose this course? If you enjoyed the skills and knowledge you gained in Level 1 and 2 Professional Cookery, this will further your ability to create your own dishes and learn more about becoming a professional chef, then this course will stretch and challenge you by Why choose providing valuable insights into what qualities you require to work in a busy, sometimes stressful but ultimately rewarding hospitality industry. Food, Catering & Hospitality What will I learn? For the professional cookery element you will be practicing more advanced cooking methods such as advanced at Truro College? skills in preparing and cooking meat and offal, fish and shellfish, and practical gastronomy. You will also look at pastry based dishes such 1. Outstanding facilities enabling as preparing and cooking paste products, hot and cold desserts, development of skills in all areas biscuits, cakes and sponges and fermented dough products. Theory of hospitality. and practical classes will underpin the supervisory skills in the 2. Join our ‘Rick Stein Academy’, hospitality industry and the principles of food safety supervision. This which provides additional breadth will provide you with the knowledge and skill to complete the written and depth to your qualifications, examinations and the practical synoptic exam. preparing you for industry. 3. Be part of our award-winning Where will it take me? You will be able to gain employment in one of AA Rosette Highly Commended the many food outlets in the county. Continued studies would enable team. you to start your own business or franchise while Higher Education courses could qualify you for teaching, training or assessing posts.

77 Foundation Studies

78 We welcome students with additional learning and support needs. Our range of courses will help you to gain skills for personal progression, whether it be accessing mainstream education or developing independent living skills.

As a student in Foundation Studies, you will be part of the College’s most active group of students. You will be able to attend residentials, take part in the Ten Tors Jubilee Challenge, obtain a work placement through our dedicated job coach and most of all, enjoy learning in a fun and supportive environment. Choose Foundation Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/foundation-studies Studies for additional learning We offer an outstanding curriculum & support providing opportunities for all students needs to develop independent living skills and preparation for adulthood.

Theresa Edwards Programme Team Leader

Why choose Foundation Studies at Truro College?

1. Outstanding Curriculum. 2. Excellent facilities. 3. Dedicated staff.

79 Foundation Studies Foundation Studies Access Inclusive Learning Access Skills Development

Why choose this course? Access Inclusive Learning is designed to Why choose this course? Access Skills Development is a three year meet the needs of students who have moderate or severe learning course designed to meet the needs of students who have complex difficulties who wish to continue their education. Autism who wish to continue their education in an inclusive Further Education college. What will I learn? AIL focuses on the individual student; the timetable, target setting, review procedures and transition are person What will I learn? ASD focuses on the individual student; the centred. At the end of the first year a Progression Pathway for each timetable, target setting, review procedures and transition are person student is determined. The focus here is to develop communication centred. At the end of the first year a Progression Pathway for skills, all aspects of self-care and making choices. The Supported each student is determined; this takes into account their individual Internship Programme - is a two day a week teaching programme aspirations. The focus here is to develop communication skills / social that takes place at RCHT, Tescos or Children’s Hospice South West. skills, all aspects of self-care and making choices. For all students It is an employment focused transition programme that gives students our aim is to promote lifelong learning and to help them reach their the opportunity to develop key employability skills. Sheltered work potential as valued members of society. Truro College is a positive opportunities are an integral part of the Pathway with an appropriate and inclusive learning environment. Our well-resourced department community placement at the end of the course. means we are able to uphold this ethos, endeavouring to provide an empowering, successful education for all our students. Where will it take me? On completion of the course you may progress onto a community work placement, sheltered employment or Where will it take me? On completion of the course you may open employment. Our aim is to promote lifelong learning and to help progress onto a community work placement, sheltered employment or you reach your potential as valued members of society. other appropriate work placement.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/foundation-studies

Foundation Studies Entry Level 3 Access to Community & Education Skilled for Life

Why choose this course? Access to Community and Education is Why choose this course? An innovative course offered at Entry a specialist learning programme designed to meet the educational 3 that provides you with the opportunity to experience a range needs of students with PMLD and SLD streamed via two pathways. of vocational sectors and learning experiences. The qualification provides a progression route onto Further Education or work. It is What will I learn? ACE adopts a Multi-Sensory Curriculum adhering aimed at post 16 students who have not yet decided on a career, or to the principles of Sensology. The timetable denotes its sensory those who need more qualifications to gain entry onto other courses. focus integrating a plethora of Sense specific sessions. ACE tutors incorporate a range of techniques to ensure that the learning style of What will I learn? Skilled for Life is suitable for you if you are every student is met, these include: TACPAC, intensive interaction, preparing to work or gain sustainable employment. You develop your body mapping, tactile signing, TEACHH, PECS, Makaton. We are knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the workplace. Work able to access a wide range of facilities and experience the hustle Experience is organised for you if you are ready to work both in a and bustle of college life. The ACE course has three well-equipped supported environment and independently. Many of our students teaching rooms, a sensory room and two personal care suites and enrol on the course to gain the extra skills and qualifications needed a fully accessible kitchen area. Students have the opportunity to to access further courses in the College. The flexibility of the course experience a wide range of sensory equipment such as the latest eye enables tutors to target your individual learning needs, which may gaze technology, Skoog music and ultraviolet lighting. We offer an have previously prevented you from accessing a Further Education inclusive education programme developed by working with families, pathway. You will also have the opportunity to study and gain carers and multiagency professionals. accreditation in Functional Skills: Maths, English and ICT.

Where will it take me? You may have the opportunity to access Where will it take me? Completion of the course could lead to further Further Education opportunities or other appropriate placements. College courses or employment.

80 Fin Nicholls Access Inclusive Learning

I enjoy all the different subjects and the opportunities here. Come to Truro College, you won’t be dissapointed.

Fin is from Camborne and previously attended Pencalenick School

81 Hair & Beauty

82 Hairdressing and beauty therapy are careers with tempting opportunities. It is becoming more and more diverse, leading to many dynamic paths of employment.

Nikki Dixon Deputy Team Leader

Choose Hair & Beauty for careers in:

Barbering Complementary Therapies Beauty Therapy Hairdressing

Media Make-up Nail Services Salon Management

Working within Inspiration, our commercial salons, you will learn with members of the public as your clients and develop the theory and business skills needed to succeed in your chosen therapy.

We host showcases given by leading experts including Steve Smart, Lee Stafford and Andrew Barton, which will give you the real view of life in the industry. You will take part in the annual Cornish Skills competition, taking place at Truro College, where you will display your creativity alongside representatives from other colleges and salons. We are very proud of our students’ successes, who regularly achieve gold medals, and hope you will join those who progress on to the national UK Skills competition.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/hair-beauty 83 Level 1 Diploma Level 2 Diploma Hair & Beauty Skills Barbering

Why choose this course? This qualification is designed to introduce Why choose this course? Male grooming is one of the fastest you to a range of practical skills from across the hair and beauty growing industries in the hairdressing sector. This qualification industry and will prepare you for employment. focuses on all aspects of barbering including cutting, styling, male colouring techniques and creating pattern work in the hair. What will I learn? You will learn different techniques of styling, plaiting and twisting, along with some basic skills in beauty therapy. What will I learn? Your lessons will be held in a professional We will focus on how we present ourselves and how to develop your commercial salon environment where you will practice your newly skills in communicating knowledge about hairdressing. You will start acquired skills on training heads in preparation for client services. off by exploring and learning how different kinds of hair styles are You will be provided with opportunities to research and investigate created. You will learn how to communicate with a variety of clients the history of barbering and the importance it plays in hair fashion and the range of hairstyles that they have. You will develop your today. You will learn how to analyse the hair and skin structure. You spoken and written language to communicate in a professional salon will look at how to adapt communication techniques to meet a variety manner with clients. You will discover how English and maths play of needs. You are required to attend a work placement for one day a an important part in everyday life and how crucial these skills are to week and attend workshops led by leading barbers. enable you to gain employment. You will investigate how you can adapt socially, looking at different accents and cultures. Where will it take me? Opportunities for the enterprising barber can include: working in a small barbers to high fashion large city Where will it take me? On completion of this qualification you barbershops; television, film and theatre; catwalk and competitions. could progress onto one of the following: Level 2 Diploma in Ladies Progression onto Level 3 Barbering would give you more advanced Hairdressing or Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy. knowledge and skills to start your own business, while Higher Education courses could qualify you for teaching, training or assessing posts. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/hair-beauty

Level 2 Diploma Level 2 Diploma Beauty Therapy Ladies Hairdressing

Why choose this course? The Diploma is a Technical level Why choose this course? If you are interested in having a vocational qualification, which has been developed collaboratively rewarding career within the hairdressing industry and enjoy meeting with employers, professional associations and trade bodies to set people, then this is the course for you. the standard and content that will prepare you for a career as an employed or self-employed beautician/beauty specialist. What will I learn? Your lessons will be held in a professional commercial salon environment, where you will practice on training What will I learn? This qualification includes waxing services; heads in preparation for client services. You will discover the make-up applications; eyelash and eyebrow tinting services; importance of English and Maths skills and the crucial role they play eyebrow shaping services; manicure and pedicure treatments; facial in your everyday life, from timing services, mixing and measuring treatments; skin type analysis; consultation techniques and client chemicals, reading manufacturer’s instructions and so on. This is care; health, safety and hygiene; anatomy and physiology for beauty a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your therapists. The qualification’s structure provides you with the flexibility practical skills in: the creative art of cutting and dressing women’s to develop your knowledge, understanding and skills as a beauty hair; how to provide effective shampooing and conditioning services; therapist. the artistic skill of colouring and lightening hair; how to provide a good consultation service for your clients. Where will it take me? Whilst this qualification's primary purpose is to prepare learners for employment as a beautician/beauty specialist, Where will it take me? You could work in small salons to high learners may choose to develop their skills further by undertaking fashion large city salons, ocean liners, television and theatre. Technical Level qualifications in Beauty Therapy at Level 3. Progression onto Level 3 Hairdressing would enable you to start your own business or franchise, while Higher Education courses could qualify you for teaching, training or assessing posts.

84 Level 3 Diploma Why choose Beauty Therapy Hair & Beauty Why choose this course? This advanced course is the next step from Beauty Therapy Level 2. If you would like an exciting career in at Truro College? the beauty sector, this course will enable you to enter into one of the many career pathways within the beauty therapy industry. You will 1. Newly refurbished salons that replicate learn new and exciting treatments in our newly refurbished, industry industry. standardised equipped salons. 2. Excellent links with industry professionals that are utilised to support What will I learn? If you enjoyed learning Beauty Therapy Level 2 and accelerate skills and development. and would like to develop your skills to an advanced level, this course 3. Opportunities to gain additional will teach you techniques in massage, advanced face and body qualifications throughout your course treatments and much more. It will also help you to develop your skills to improve prospects of gaining in consultation and communication within the salon environment. You employment. will learn the techniques and theory for these advanced treatments. You will learn how the body works and the impact that your treatments have on the individual systems of the body. You will have to attend a work placement one day a week, which will give you the opportunity to gain real life practice in a salon or spa of your choice.

Where will it take me? The beauty industry is constantly evolving and developing and this course will give you all the current skills and techniques needed to be the best you can be.

Level 3 Diploma Hairdressing

Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about hairdressing and would like to develop your skills to an advanced level by learning about how to correct colour and learning about advanced cutting techniques, then this course will stretch and challenge you.

What will I learn? You’ll learn the techniques and science for these advanced techniques. You will then have the opportunity to practice all of your new skills on training heads before carrying out the chosen techniques on clients in the salon. You’ll develop your skills by working to meet clients’ many requirements. This will build your confidence and employability skills to enable you to find employment within the hairdressing industry. You’ll be able to gain industrial experience by attending a hairdressing salon of your choice one day per week.

Where will it take me? A good hairdresser could work in: salons, leisure clubs and gyms, health and fitness clubs, spa industry, fashion/photographic industry, film/television/theatre, client’s homes, trichologist, cruise liners, clinics and hospitals and much more. The course will also enable you to study at Level 4 and 5, or subjects such as a Diploma in Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair and Media Make-Up.

85 Level 3 Diploma Nail Technologies

Why choose this course? This qualification will extend the knowledge previously gained during your Level 2 qualification. You will be working within our commercially-equipped nail bar, using professional products.

What will I learn? You will be learning about the application of gel, liquid and powder, fibreglass and silk and advanced nail art techniques. You will be applying these over natural nails, tips and sculpting forms. You will also be taught advanced methods of use such as embedding, competition techniques and masking. When learning about liquid and powder (acrylic) you will learn all of the above and also spend time using the system for 3D adornments such as flowers and bows. You will explore making exciting creations with liquid and powder ranging from small insects to larger decorative ornaments. To showcase your talents, you will be involved in a competition unit that will allow you to explore your creative side and to allow you to ‘think outside of the box’. Electric nail files, when used correctly, are a valuable tool to any nail technician.

Where will it take me? Our lecturers use current trending techniques to ensure that you are qualified to the highest standard and will stand out when ready to enter the work place.

Level 3 Diploma Theatrical & Media Make-up

Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about the exciting world of make-up artistry and would like to develop your creative skills to an advanced level, this is the course for you.

What will I learn? You will start by learning the techniques and the theory behind these advanced skills. You will then have the opportunity to practice all you have learned before carrying out the chosen techniques on models in the salon. You can plan and design all your own creations and show them off by choosing the perfect discover faces to work on. Then you will rapidly increase your understanding, skills and confidence by working to meet clients’ requirements in the difference various work experience settings. These will include movie work, Find out about the fantastic shoots with photographers, make-up for theatrical performance facilities at one our Open groups and fashion show work. These opportunities will build your Events. Check out page 157 for details self-assurance and employability skill. Where will it take me? Freelance and mobile make-up businesses are prevalent in Cornwall with a thriving wedding industry. You can also: link with photographers in the fashion industry; work in beauty salons and health spas; provide make-up for film/television/theatres; work with model agencies; within the large cosmetic houses in department stores.

86 Learn more about our Hair & Beauty Apprenticeships on page 22

India McCormick Beauty Therapy Level 2

Truro College has a great reputation. The staff are very approachable and helpful.

India is from Falmouth and previously attended Mullion School

87 Humanities & Social Sciences

88 In an increasingly complicated and interconnected world it is essential that we encourage students to engage, collaborate and be critical of the information they consume.

Euan Beattie Programme Team Leader

You will explore compelling questions that have an impact on societies past, present and future, and through debate, research and study you will develop a mature, questioning intellect.

You will develop your critical thinking skills, benefiting your whole study programme during your time at Truro College and beyond university into your career. You will be able to gain further enrichment in your chosen studies by taking part in one of the regular trips to exciting locations including Rome, Toronto, Iceland and Swaziland. Choose Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/humanities Humanities & Social Sciences for careers in:

Public Service Environmental Consultancy Education Counselling Politics

Research Public Relations Law Curation & Archiving

Conservation & Heritage Social Services Human Resources Journalism Marketing

89 A Level A Level Ancient History Classical Civilisation

Why choose this course? A Level Ancient History studies significant Why choose this course? Classical Civilisation is an engaging events, individuals, societies, developments and issues within the course that explores aspects of Ancient Greek and Roman culture, broad historical context of Ancient Greece and Rome. mythology, literature, philosophy and society. This is an opportunity to explore the first great western civilisations and understand the impact What will I learn? The length of the period study will encourage they still have on western culture in particular, especially regarding students to develop their interest in, and understanding of, the events, language, philosophy and politics. individuals and issues and provides a sufficient chronological range to be able to comment on change, both short-term and long-term. What will I learn? You will study both Greek and Roman Epic; You will focus on a substantial and coherent short time span and you Homer’s ‘Iliad’, the first book of western literature and Virgil’s ‘Aeneid’, will understand the complexity of historical events and the interplay Rome’s sequel to the fall of Troy and the subsequent creation of the of different factors within it. You will be required to study a variety Roman race. From a visual perspective you will study the Imperial of historical topics covering both Roman and Greek history from a Image of Augustus, from the functional to the symbolic imagery and chronological range of at least 400 years. the propagandistic. You will look at Greek religion and the nature of the Olympian Gods. Classical Civilisations allows historians to Where will it take me? The A Level is a popular and highly regarded develop their enjoyment and understanding of major world events. qualification by both Higher Education establishments and employers. As Ancient History is of general educational value, you will gain Where will it take me? The A Level is a highly regarded qualification access to a wide variety of careers including business, law, marketing, by both Higher Education establishments and employers. You will media, politics and the retail trades; as well as career pathways gain access to careers including business, law, marketing, media, specifically involving historical skills. politics and the retail trades; as well as career pathways specifically involving historical skills.

A Level Geography

Why choose this course? This course offers an exciting issues- based approach to studying both physical and human aspects of the subject. Applying your geographical knowledge, understanding and skills to the world around you, you will engage critically with a wide range of complex contemporary issues such as tectonic hazards, climate change, resource insecurity, globalisation and superpowers.

What will I learn? You will make links between varied geographical concepts through synoptic themes embedded in the subject content including the different players involved in geographical issues and decisions, why attitudes to geographical issues vary so greatly and how this influences actions as well as futures and uncertainties. Inspired by geography as one of the key disciplines relevant to understanding the world’s changing places and people, you will also develop a sense of achievement as you grow as a critical, get independent thinker and as an informed and engaged citizen. connected Where will it take me? A qualification in Geography is highly valued Follow us on by many universities and employers alike. Geography is also an excellent subject to complement many other courses, such as Twitter Environmental Studies, Geology and Sociology.

90 Connan Bland A Level Classical Civilisation, History, Psychology, Sociology and the Hockey Academy

I really enjoy History and Psychology as they integrate well and are very interesting. I’m looking forward to studying them further at university.

Connan is from Truro and previously attended Richard Lander School

91 A Level A Level History Politics

Why choose this course? The study of History helps us to Why choose this course? If you are interested and engaged in understand and explain the past and is a fascinating subject in its learning about political issues, then the government and politics own right. The course allows students to develop their enjoyment and specification will provide you with the tools to analyse and understand understanding of the past and make sense of contemporary events politics in depth. You don’t need extensive knowledge of politics to and issues. Successful history students have a high degree of factual study the subject, but an interest and desire to keep informed about recall, enjoy wider reading and can write analytical and evaluative politics and political issues is essential to your success on this course. essays. What will I learn? You will analyse politics, focusing on a range of What will I learn? You must choose either Modern or Medieval themes. These include the nature of democracy and representation History. In Modern, you will study the British Empire 1857-1967, and whether there is a participation crisis in Britain. You will then turn Germany 1918-1945 and the founding of the USA 1763-1865. For your attention to how government operates within the UK, looking the Medieval course, you will study the Crusades from 1071 to at how well Parliament functions, whether the constitution is fit for 1204 and the Angevin kings and Tudor England’s emergence as a modern Britain and if Prime Ministers are becoming more powerful or modern nation state. You will examine primary sources, extracts from not. Once grounded in key political concepts, you will be introduced historians and complete a 3,500 word piece of research. to a series of key political thinkers to study. This is followed by an analysis of the American political system and how it compares with Where will it take me? History is a popular and well regarded the UK political system. qualification by both universities and employers. The ability to think clearly, to weigh up arguments, to analyse problems and Where will it take me? A qualification in Politics is highly valued by communicate effectively are highly desirable to a range of employers. many universities and employers alike. Many of our Politics students History students gain access to a wide variety of careers including go on to study Politics and related courses including International business, law, marketing, media, teaching, research, journalism and Politics, Law, and History at a range of prestigious universities. politics.

A Level Philosophy, Religion & Ethics

Why choose this course? You might not be quite sure what Philosophy is. Don’t worry, many people aren’t. In a general sense Philosophy, Religion & Ethics addresses some of the big questions that face human beings. It is not about sharing opinions; it is about the meticulous analysis of the problem and scrupulous attention to detail.

What will I learn? There are three areas of study: Philosophy, Ethics and Buddhism (no previous knowledge of Buddhism will be required). We will approach the course from a philosophical perspective. You certainly don’t have to be religious to study for this qualification. During the first year, we will think about whether to base our beliefs on the evidence of our senses or on some other grounds. We will consider whether religious faith is at the heart of ethical theories or whether we can form completely secular ethical theories.

Where will it take me? Philosophy, Religion & Ethics is recognised as a respected entrance qualification by all universities, and employers are aware that it helps to develop an individual’s ability to think clearly and communicate effectively. Given the emphasis on ethics in this course, it might be useful for those considering careers in law or medicine.

92 Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/humanities A Level Psychology

Why choose this course? A successful Psychology student has an appetite for understanding how scientific principles can be applied to human behaviour. If you are interested in people and inquisitive about their behaviour, this is the subject for you.

What will I learn? Psychology is the science of mind and behaviour. We look at people’s motivations behind different behaviours from a scientific point of view. We explore research into behaviours in an attempt to find answers to; ‘are some people just born evil?’, ‘Are each of the hemispheres of the brain responsible for different functions and behaviours and how would we know?’ Topics range from biological explanations of behaviour to how interacting with other people can influence your behaviour.

Where will it take me? Studying Psychology will equip you with numeracy, communication, IT, organisation and analysis skills and provides a valuable background for a variety of careers including management, personnel, advertising, marketing, teaching, uniformed services, nursing, health and welfare. Further training and experience beyond degree level is usually required for qualification as a professional psychologist; clinical, educational, forensic or organisational.

A Level Sociology

Why choose this course? Sociology is the study of society, explanations of social behaviour and an investigation into individuals’ relationship with society. Sociologists would claim that society is the Why choose single most important influence in your life and would argue that our behaviour can be largely explained by social circumstances and Humanities & experiences. Social Sciences What will I learn? This course considers points of view on at Truro College? society, including those that largely approve of the way it works (Functionalism) to those that argue for change (Marxism and A wide variety of courses. 1. Feminism). You will learn to think critically and independently about Strong ‘enabling’ academic 2. society and your place in it, and develop a critical and informed subjects. understanding of the world around you. Topics include: Families and Highly experienced staff. 3. Households, Education, Research Methods, Beliefs and Crime and Deviance.

Where will it take me? Sociology is highly valued by many universities and employers and provides students with valuable analytical and evaluative skills. The objective and rigorous nature of this subject can lead to a range of careers, such as management, human resources, social work, the civil service, the criminal justice system, national or local government and law.

93 IB Diploma

94 As an academic all-rounder, you will have enjoyed studying a range of subjects at GCSE and will want to continue to do so at a higher level with this excellent alternative to A Levels.

You will be part of an enthusiastic and pro-active group of students and will develop your understanding, respect and compassion alongside your studies. The IB Diploma actively promotes international mindedness with many IB students developing an interest in the wider world, and you can take part in the annual visit to Swaziland for the Shewula Orphan Project. You could see for yourself how the £15,000 already raised by Truro College IB students has been invested and work with your fellow students to decide on which future aspects of the project the money is to be used.

Once again, the IB at Truro College has produced fantastic results with an average point score of 36, equivalent to 228 UCAS points or four A*s at A Level, one of our best years ever. Our top student this year achieved 44 points equal to nearly five A*s at A Level.

Choose the IB for a broad base of subjects and a highly regarded route to university

The IB is a dynamic course offering academic breadth and depth. It facilitates meaningful learning experiences inside and outside the classroom, independent learning skills, the ability to think critically and cultivates an international mindset.

Caroline Keech IB Diploma Coordinator 95 Why choose the IB Diploma IB Diploma at Truro College? 1. Why choose this course? The IB Diploma programme is a two year To develop the skills that top course, which students may consider as an excellent alternative to universities desire and that will ensure A Levels. It will be attractive to students who have enjoyed studying you excel when you get there. 2. To nurture your identity as a global a range of subjects at GCSE and want to continue doing so at an citizen and widen your horizons in advanced level. The IB Diploma is an internationally recognised terms of international mindedness; university entry qualification, which is offered in more than 40 qualities employers value. countries throughout the world. It is fully recognised by all UK 3. To join a learning community with universities. The IB programme at Truro College is one of the biggest nearly 20 years of demonstrating and most successful in the UK. excellence in delivering the IB. As a group, the IB students of Truro College are lively, enthusiastic and willing to get involved; however, there is no such thing as a typical IB student. The entry requirements are identical to those for A Level programmes and the qualifications of our current IB students cover a wide range of GCSE results. Academically, you need to be a reasonably competent, all-round student who enjoys a range of What will I learn? Three subjects are taken at Higher Level (H) and subjects. Everyone comments on the special friendly atmosphere of three at Standard Level (S). Candidates are required to select one the IB group. Various activities during the first weeks of the course subject from each of the six subject groups, except Group 6, which is contribute to this strong group identity. optional. Environmental Systems and Societies covers both Group 3 and Group 4. At present, the College is offering the following: Induction: each September, on the day before Year 1 students officially start their courses, the new IB students get together for a day Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature out. Whether going to Tehidy, Bodmin, Tomperrow or Lusty Glaze, by English (H & S) the end of this day students have shared time outside the academic environment - travelling, problem solving, eating and invariably getting Group 2: Language Acquisition wet - together! So when lessons start the next day, IB students are French (H & S) surrounded by familiar and friendly faces. German (H & S) Spanish (H & S) CAS Residential: at the end of the first half term you get the Spanish (ab initio) (S) opportunity to do some voluntary work with the National Trust. Students stay for two nights at youth hostels and contribute to Group 3: Individuals and Societies conservation work on the Lizard. The experience of living together for Geography (H & S) a few days - shopping, cooking, eating, working and keeping each Global Politics (H & S) other entertained - helps to form relationships that last beyond the History (H & S) two years of the IB programme. Psychology (H & S)

Group 3/4 Environmental Systems and Societies (S)

Group 4: Experimental Sciences Biology (H & S) Chemistry (H) Physics (H)

Group 5: Mathematics Mathematical Studies (S) Mathematical Studies + A Level Mathematics (S)

Group 6: The Arts Art & Design: Visual Arts (H & S) Theatre ( H & S) (or a choice from one of the other subjects in groups 2, 3 & 4)

In addition, all students study Theory of Knowledge, produce an Extended Essay and take part in Creativity, Action and Service.

96 Internationalism: “Beyond intellectual rigour and high academic standards, strong emphasis is placed on the ideals of international understanding and responsible citizenship... IB students may become informed participants in local and world affairs, conscious of the shared humanity that binds all people together, while respecting the variety of cultures and attitudes that makes for the richness of life.” (Taken from the IBO mission statement)

We seek to follow this educational philosophy primarily through the curriculum itself. For example, through global topics studied in Group 3; through studying a foreign language in Group 2; and through sampling a range of literature, music and art from around the world in Groups 1 and 6. In Groups 4 and 5 (Maths and Sciences) we are also keen to promote internationalism through project work and looking at the work of international cooperative research. We also offer the World Studies Extended Essay, where students have the opportunity to research an issue of global significance on a local level.

IB students also have a wealth of opportunity to travel. In addition to participating in language exchanges in France, Germany, Italy and Spain, IB students have travelled to various destinations on field trips. The following trips have been offered during recent years: Paris, Berlin, Venice and London (Art), Moscow (History) and Swaziland (CAS). None of these trips are compulsory; yet many IB students have been able to broaden their horizons by taking part in an overseas visit during their time at Truro College.

Responsible citizenship is encouraged by the CAS programme and this has found an international dimension through the Shewula Project (otherwise known as Boom Shewula Wula!). Following annual visits to the remote Shewula region on the Swaziland/Mozambique border since 2001, IB students have set up a fund to support schools for orphans of AIDS victims and a scheme to sponsor the education of IB Diploma student individual Swazi children. This is an ongoing project and a further visit Lowenna Ovens achieved a perfect 45 to Swaziland is planned. out of 45 points in 2016, cementing her place among the very best students in the world. Lowenna has gone on While you don’t need to be committed to internationalism to study the to Oxford University where she is studying Philosophy, IB, many students do develop an interest in the wider world. Some Politics and Economics. hope to eventually study/work abroad and many plan to take a gap year abroad.

The teaching is the best and I Where will it take me? Students with an IB Diploma are strongly sought after by universities and employers worldwide. It is anticipated want to say a massive thanks to all the IB that the majority of IB students will progress to Higher Education. teaching staff. It’s what makes Truro and The broadly-based curriculum means that options could be available Penwith College deserve the Outstanding in all spheres of professional life. The international framework may status that it has. enhance opportunities to study and work abroad. Find out more online: Lowenna is from Frogpool and previously truro-penwith.ac.uk/ib attended Truro High School

97 Mathematics

98 Mathematics underpins many industries today, forming foundations for technology, engineering, construction, science and medicine.

You will benefit from the College’s promotion of excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through development and experiences. You could test your knowledge and ability skills against other students across the country and compete in the UK Senior Mathematical Challenge.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/mathematics Choose Mathematics for careers in:

Accountancy Banking Anything worth having will involve Construction Cyber Security hard work, but with Maths the more you Engineering learn the more enjoyable it gets.

Jan Dangerfield Further Mathematics Course Leader

Film Animation Financial Trading GCHQ Investment Banking Medicine Physics

99 A Level Mathematics Why choose Why choose this course? Mathematics is a challenging and Mathematics stimulating course that will encourage you to develop your mathematical skills, improve your ability to think logically and enable at Truro College? you to determine solutions to a wide range of problems. If you enjoyed studying GCSE maths, particularly the more algebraic topics, 1. At Truro College you will be taught by Maths specialists who are and would like to significantly improve your mathematical skills, then experts in their subject. this would be an ideal subject for you. 2. Problem solving is a crucial skill in the 21st century. What will I learn? You will need to be good at algebra before you 3. Maths is the most versatile and start the course. Throughout the course you will learn many new useful qualification you can have. mathematical techniques and apply them to a variety of practical situations. At this level, Mathematics is all about applying your knowledge to solve problems in real-life situations. You need to be logical so that you can follow a mathematical argument, and you need to be creative so that you can look for different ways to apply your skills to solve a problem.

Where will it take me? Mathematics is a versatile qualification that is well respected by employers and will be desirable if you are thinking of going on to study courses in subjects such as computing, economics, engineering, finance, geography, psychology or any of the sciences at degree level.

A Level Further Mathematics

Why choose this course? Enjoy solving puzzles and playing strategy games? Want to develop a deep understanding of big ideas and to know ‘why’ and not just ‘how’? Do you want to develop problem-solving, logical reasoning, communication and resilience skills? Then this course is for you.

What will I learn? By studying Further Mathematics you will increase your knowledge and understanding of mathematical techniques and their applications. Further Mathematics is a full AS or A Level qualification that you can take alongside Mathematics. The course is designed to stretch and challenge able young mathematicians by introducing you to new techniques and concepts, such as complex numbers and matrices.

Where will it take me? A qualification in Further Mathematics is highly valued by universities and employers. There are obvious links with computing, sciences and finance based courses but the course can also be useful for sharpening up thinking skills, logical reasoning and pattern spotting. Many universities require Further Mathematics for admission to Mathematics degrees, some also prefer applicants for engineering, computing, economics and actuarial science courses to have studied Further Mathematics.

100 Oscar McCay-Hines A Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Music (Classical) Subsidiary Diploma

It’s challenging but I really enjoy doing these subjects every day. I’m looking forward to studying maths at university.

Oscar is from Tywardreath and previously attended Penrice Academy

101 Media & Photography

102 Behind the camera or on the screen, analysis and creativity come together in these constantly evolving, exciting mediums. You may explore the richness of the history of cinema or explore modern techniques to capture a breathtaking moment.

In the studio, cinema, outside with the amazing panorama of Cornwall to inspire you, or travelling further afield to London, Rome or New York - your view of life through a lens will be enriched. Choose Media & Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/media-photography Photography for careers in:

Camera Operation & Video Film & Television Screenwriting Visual Effects Design

Editing Media Marketing Commercial Photography Social Media Management Public Relations

Events Management Presenting Fine Art Broadcast, Print & Online Journalism

Our innovative visual arts qualifications offer exciting, relevant and challenging opportunities, intended to nurture your creative knowledge, understanding and skills

Lee Clark Programme Team Leader 103 A Level A Level Film Studies Media Studies

Why choose this course? Fancy being the next Quentin Tarantino Why choose this course? The media play a central role in or Christopher Nolan? Studying film could put you on the right path. contemporary culture, society and politics. They shape our Film Studies offers the chance to gain hands-on experience of perceptions of the world through the representations, ideas and points filmmaking and explore film language, history, theory and criticism. of view they offer and have real relevance and importance in our lives today, providing us with ways to communicate, forms of cultural What will I learn? You will begin by exploring how aspects of expression and the ability to participate in key aspects of society. film form and language are motivated for expressive affect. This includes an examination of the creative decisions involved in mise- What will I learn? You will study a wide range of media products, en-scene, cinematography, editing, special effects and sound and undertaking detailed analysis of how the media communicate a consideration of how the structuring concepts of narrative and meanings in a variety of forms. You will debate the social, cultural and genre control meaning and spectator response. Film contexts are economic relevance and impact of the media as well as the way - TV, also explored, examining how social, cultural, political, historical radio, film, news, music, publishing, social media, advertising, games and institutional factors shape meaning. You will analyse different - are constructed to better understand the powerful and complex films and engage in research involving Hollywood 1930-1990, messages we receive. You will also develop photography and design contemporary American independent film, British film and non- skills using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign as well as developing English language European film. You will explore global filmmaking web and film skills. perspectives including world cinema, documentary, silent cinema and experimental film. Where will it take me? The course can lead to a degree in journalism, graphic design, advertising or film. You will not only Where will it take me? A qualification in Film Studies is highly valued develop practical skills and a critical awareness of the media but by many universities and employers alike. Film Studies is also an also employability skills such as communication, interpersonal, excellent subject to complement many courses, such as Media, organisational and problem solving skills. English, Psychology, Sociology, Photography, Art and Design.

A Level Photography

Why choose this course? Photography is an art of observation. It has little to do with the things you see and everything to do with the way you see them. It allows us to tell our story and show others our framing of the world around us. This course provides opportunities to engage in projects that encourage creativity, investigation, analysis and experimentation as a means of developing technical and expressive skills.

What will I learn? The course encourages the development of your own visual language while improving your understanding of the broad visual, cultural and theoretical contexts in which contemporary photographers operate. You will learn a broad range of photographic and camera skills - both analogue and digital - utilising traditional darkroom and digital Photoshop techniques. The course will teach you to appreciate photographic theory and practice and to apply understand the work of artists and pioneers in the development of the photographic medium.

now Successful completion of the course can lead Find out how on Where will it take me? page 156 to further study or employment in all areas of lens-based and visual arts including art foundation, media, film, multi-media, graphic design, journalism, advertising, Illustration, PR, etc.

104 Zoie Beck Art & Design: Photography Level 3 Extended Diploma

I love the freedom we get at Truro College and the new lifestyle. I’m hoping to continue my studies with a BA in Photography.

Zoie is from Padstow and previously attended Imberhorne School, West Sussex

105 Level 1 Progression Media & Photography

Why choose this course? This course will introduce you to digital imaging and media production. The course is designed to stimulate basic visual exploration, inspire simple creative practice, promote independent study and develop elementary skills in research. This programme includes the UAL Level 1 Progression in Media & Photography and GCSE English and Maths.

What will I learn? The course will provide you with a broad range of creative and technical skills in media production and photography. The qualification will provide you with a base of skills and knowledge that will enhance your self-confidence and impart an understanding of the career demands and opportunities within the exciting and dynamic creative media industries. You will learn traditional and digital photographic techniques in addition to time based multimedia video production. Emphasis is placed on the development of your own practice and aspirations. You will study modules such as Creative Media Skills, Multimedia Products, Digital Photography and Audio & Video Editing.

Where will it take me? The course will enable you to develop a portfolio of work that could support progression into courses at Level 2, usually Creative Media, Photography or Art & Design. Alternatively, you could progress onto an Apprenticeship or a Personal and Professional Development pathway.

UAL Level 2 Progression Art & Design: Photography Why choose Why choose this course? If you enjoy creating photographic images, then the course will stretch and challenge you by providing Media & Photography an opportunity to engage in projects that encourage creativity, investigation, analysis and experimentation as a means of developing at Truro College? technical and expressive skills. It encourages your own visual Challenging and exciting courses that language while improving your understanding of the broad contexts 1. will enable you to develop skills and in which contemporary photographers operate. This programme knowledge that are crucially important to our includes the UAL Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design: Photography, contemporary world. GCSE English and Maths and the study of enterprise. 2. Courses that draw on the best academic traditions from the arts, humanities and It will provide you with an introduction to image What will I learn? social sciences whilst incorporating practical making, enabling you to acquire the requisite knowledge, skills vocational skills. and understanding to progress. You will learn a broad range of 3. Access to high-quality, industry standard photographic and camera skills - both analogue and digital - utilising resources, facilities & support. traditional darkroom and digital Photoshop techniques, working with industry-standard equipment and workspaces to support you from image capture through to exhibition. It seeks to nurture perceptive, resourceful and creative photographers with strong transferable skills.

Where will it take me? The course will enable students to develop a portfolio of work that could support progression into courses at Level 3, usually Photography, Creative Media or Art & Design, whilst others will progress onto Personal and Professional Development pathways. 106 UAL Level 2 Progression UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Creative Media Production & Technology Art & Design: Photography

Why choose this course? The media is a powerful entity that Why choose this course? If you enjoy creating photographic plays a significant role within society. The centrality of the media to images, then the course will stretch and challenge you by providing our everyday experience - from the conduct of your daily life to the an opportunity to engage in projects that encourage creativity, exercise of power to the creation of culture - is inescapable. This investigation, analysis and experimentation as a means of developing programme includes the UAL Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media technical and expressive skills. Production & Technology, GCSE English and Maths and the study of enterprise. What will I learn? You will learn a broad range of photographic skills - both analogue and digital - utilising traditional darkroom and digital What will I learn? The Diploma will provide you with an introduction Photoshop techniques, working with industry-standard equipment and to a broad range of creative and technical skills. The course workspaces to support you from image capture through to exhibition. incorporates vocational learning to provide you with the necessary You will learn how to develop your contextual understanding and understanding, knowledge and skills for future progression and record your workflow in sketchbooks. It will teach you to appreciate employment. You will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse photographic theory and understand the work of important artists and range of media - TV, filmmaking, radio, animation, photography, pioneers in history. Photography offers you the chance to take risks, graphic design, social media, marketing - often in the form of ‘live’ discover ideas and realise your creative potential. The course seeks or ‘real-world’ briefs and assignments where you will explore, to nurture perceptive, resourceful and creative photographers with develop and test your creativity within a stimulating and demanding strong transferable skills that can be applied to a range of careers. environment. Where will it take me? This course is about progression; it is Where will it take me? The course will enable you to develop a designed to build up your portfolio, which will enable you to apply to a portfolio of work that could support progression into courses at Level Higher Education course, or gain employment in your specialist area. 3. Alternatively you could choose to progress onto an Apprenticeship or a Personal and Professional Development pathway.

UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Creative Media Production & Technology

Why choose this course? The media is a powerful entity that plays a significant role within society. The centrality of the media to human experience - from the conduct of everyday life to the exercise of power to the creation of culture - is inescapable. We live in an intensely mediated world, as philosopher Marshall McLuhan famously said, “The Medium is the Message.”

What will I learn? The course provides an opportunity for you to engage with a diverse range of media - TV, filmmaking, radio, animation, photography, graphic design, social media, marketing - often in the form of ‘live’ or ‘real-world’ briefs and assignments where you will explore, develop and test your creativity within a stimulating and demanding environment. The course will provide you with opportunities to develop and utilise broad, transferable skills through encouraging an ethos of personal and professional development.

Where will it take me? This course is about progression: it is designed to build up your portfolio of work and provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to enable you to apply to a Higher Education course, or gain employment in the exciting and dynamic creative media industries.

Find out more online: 107 truro-penwith.ac.uk/media-photography Music & Performing Arts

108 Up-to-date resources, a dedicated teaching team, which balances experience with industry practice, and highly talented students create one of the most substantial Performing Arts departments in the country.

Bill Walker Programme Team Leader

Choose Music & Performing Arts for careers in:

Acting Live Sound Production You will be joining a vibrant Choreography Dancing and dynamic department with Directing opportunities to showcase your talents Performing Music Theatre Direction in one of the many performance Set Lighting spaces within the College, or beyond. Stage Management

As part of the artistic community that Cornwall is celebrated for, all the world really is your stage. Supported by experienced lecturers and technicians, your course will give you a solid foundation from which to springboard your talents. Bands, theatre groups and West End performers have all emerged from this exciting department and we keenly await the chance to see your talents.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/performing-arts

109 A Level A Level Dance Drama & Theatre Studies

Why choose this course? If you enjoy dancing, creating dance and Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about all aspects of are inquisitive about how dance has evolved throughout history, then Drama and Theatre then this course is for you. It is largely a practical the Dance specification will stretch and challenge you by providing course but we always consider the work of influential playwrights, valuable opportunities for you to develop as both a practitioner and directors and theatre companies that make theatre so exciting and commentator of the subject. diverse.

What will I learn? You will explore a variety of visual and thematic What will I learn? The course will provide you with the necessary sources in a creative way and will also be given the opportunity to skills to analyse and appreciate any play text or performance, develop your written communication skills. There are three strands recognising how historical and cultural contexts inform all areas of to the course: performance, choreography and critical engagement. theatre making whilst developing your performance skills. We have You’ll explore how to develop technique in a variety of styles, leading an excellent learning environment; our classes take place in a drama to a consideration of the performance qualities needed by a dancer rehearsal room or a theatre space. This dedicated space encourages in order to communicate with an audience. You will explore how to you to develop your understanding of professional working theatre. create and develop your own work both as a soloist and as part of a group. You will be given every opportunity to develop analytical skills Where will it take me? The research, analytical and reflective writing, in relation to your own work and that of professional repertoire. You’ll presentation and communication skills developed on this course are learn about dance within two different historical periods/genres. transferable to all areas of further study such as a degree in Drama or English, Media, Education and Humanities based subjects or Where will it take me? A qualification in Dance is highly valued by a vocational route such as Drama School to study acting, musical many universities and employers alike. Dance is also an excellent theatre or design. Drama also complements many courses, such as subject to complement many courses, such as Drama, Musical English Literature, Dance, Classics, any Media-related course and Theatre, Psychology and Education. Education.

A Level A Level Music Music Technology

Why choose this course? This course will give an all-round Why choose this course? If you enjoy making music and using understanding of, and ability in, the whole world of music, across a technology, then A Level Music Technology will prepare you both range of styles and techniques, looking at practitioners in as many practically and theoretically within this creative industry. genres as we can fit into the schedule. What will I learn? You will develop your musical knowledge, What will I learn? You will learn the central aspects of music: understanding and skills. These include recording, technology- performance; composition; analysis. Central aspects means you will based composition, listening, analysing and producing. You will play to a high level. In composition you will grow to understand the be encouraged to engage with a wide range of music technology mechanics of music, how it works in terms of harmony, structure and techniques and develop understanding of the historical and cultural arranging, and you will be able to recognise and talk about different context of the use of music technology in the creation and production styles of music. You get to work with an accompanist each week so of music. You will be using the latest music programming software that your recital is as polished as possible. As a result, in this section and professional recording studios. You will be taught to record, edit, of the course most students get an A grade. Your composing will mix and master sound to the highest of professional standards. You improve as you will be able to write down what you can hear in your will also be given the opportunity as a musician to play on your own head. and your peers’ recording projects.

Where will it take me? It is a suitable subject for progression to a Where will it take me? Many students progress onto Higher BMus Degree or to a degree course in which Music forms part of a Education in fields of music, music technology, acoustics or sound BA. It’s useful for those intending to teach, and can lead to a career in engineering. We have alumni now working for Allen & Heath the recording industry, arts administration and performing arts. We are (professional audio equipment manufacturer), RouteNote (online successful in getting students into several conservatoires including music distribution) and as professional touring musicians, conductors Guildhall and the Royal Academy. and composers in their own right.

110 Tom Smith A Level Music, Music Technology, Psychology and Music (Classical) Subsidiary Diploma

I enjoy the chance to focus on music all day. It’s great to be able to choose the courses that are right for you.

Tom is from Truro and previously attended Truro School

111 Can be Can be taken taken alongside alongside A Levels A Levels Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Music (Classical/Jazz) Music (Rock & Pop)

Why choose this course? If you enjoy performing music, then the Why choose this course? If you enjoy performing music, then the Classical Diploma will stretch and challenge you in this area. This Popular Music Subsidiary Diploma will stretch and challenge you course gives you valuable development of your sight-reading and in this area. This course gives you valuable development of your ensemble skills. Your musical repertoire can vary in genre and does knowledge and skills in performing and working with a band. not have to be strictly classical. What will I learn? You will start by performing straight away. Working What will I learn? You’ll start off by performing straight away. with peers, you will develop a set of songs that span popular music Working with peers, you will create a tailor made set of music that from the 1960s through to the present day. You will learn how to suits your instrumentation and will perform at live events. You will organise and market your own gigs with the aim of getting your perform a minimum of six concerts in a variety of venues. This will ensemble heard. You will learn about the variety and stylistic elements enable you to learn how to organise and market your own concerts of popular music. You will discover how to organise your own live with the aim of getting your ensemble heard. You will also learn music music events, ensuring fellow musicians have equal roles and fulfill theoretical knowledge that will enhance your performance skills and them in providing a successful performance. Roles will include improve your ensemble. This will include conducting, analysis of designing and distributing posters around your venue as well as dynamics, regular and irregular tempos and time signatures, aural social media, booking and hiring of venues, organising equipment etc. perception skills and transposition. You will discover how to organise These performances will be in a venue chosen by yourself and can be and arrange your own live music events. anywhere around Truro. Your major final project will be assessed on performing; an interesting and varied set of music will be crucial. Where will it take me? Students who successfully complete the assessment for the Award will have a qualification equal to one Where will it take me? Together with other A Levels, this will be A Level. Together with other A Levels, this will be suitable for suitable for progression to Higher Education. progression to Higher Education.

Can be taken alongside A Levels Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Level 2 Progression Musical Theatre Acting

Why choose this course? Theatre, singing and dancing, all in one Why choose this course? Whether you aim to be an actor, dancer, place. Most students will be very good at one or more aspects of director or stage manager, this course prepares you for the next step Musical Theatre; this course will build on your strengths to help you towards your chosen career. This programme includes the BTEC develop your performance skills across the range of subjects. Level 2 Certificate in Acting, GCSE English and Maths and the study of enterprise. What will I learn? There will be a focus on technique. Your voice will be stronger with a better range and volume. The dance has a focus What will I learn? You will explore how the performance industry on jazz and commercial dance, so you will develop an improvement works, including the job opportunities available. Practical advice and in your awareness of movement and body strength. Acting is at the support will help you to develop a broad range of skills to enhance heart of Musical Theatre and is part of singing and dancing. While your progression within the industry, including the finance and developing technique you will be looking at performance styles and marketing aspects of running a performance arts company. Students practitioners, creating a repertoire of pieces that you can perform will study movement from different countries and cultures and will and an understanding of styles and how this can influence your learn the process of choreographing their own pieces. They will performance. You will take part in ensemble work and develop your also perform dance pieces in a range of different styles, including solo work with the option of taking a solo in the end of year show. contemporary, jazz and street dance. You will rehearse and perform Each year there is a Musical Theatre Evening where you will perform a piece of dance/drama for a public audience. The performance will pieces from a range of shows as a full ensemble or in duets/ trios etc. bring together the skills developed on the course.

Where will it take me? Together with other A Levels or Diploma Where will it take me? Completion of this course along with either qualifications, this will be suitable for progression to Higher Education. a GCSE Grade C or above in Maths or English will provide you with the entry requirements for Level 3 study. Many students go on to complete BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas in either Music, Music Technology or Production Arts. 112 Level 2 Progression Music

Why choose this course? The music business is one of the UK’s most successful industries and whether you aim to be a performer, songwriter, producer or manager, this course prepares you for the next step towards your chosen career. This programme includes the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Music, GCSE English and Maths and the study of enterprise.

What will I learn? You will form a band within the first two weeks, where you will prepare for gigs, exploring a wide range of material before finally crafting a marketable set for your end of year event. All rehearsals take place in our fully equipped rehearsal studios. You will receive free instrumental lessons, supporting the Rock School syllabus, enabling you to pick up additional qualifications as part of the course. You will have access to dedicated sequencing rooms, digital mix down suites and our state-of-the-art 24-track digital recording studio. You will explore how the music industry works, including the job opportunities available. Practical advice and support will help you to develop a broad range of skills to enhance your progression within the industry.

Where will it take me? Completion of this course along with either a GCSE Grade C or above in Maths or English will provide you with the entry requirements for Level 3 study.

Level 2 Progression Production Arts

Why choose this course? If you can imagine yourself operating lighting, engineering sound, building a set or managing a stage then Production Arts might be the course for you.This programme includes the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Production Arts, GCSE English and Maths and the study of enterprise.

What will I learn? You will have access to industry standard equipment and the opportunity to work on a range of real events and projects. You will have the opportunity to get your hands on a range of lighting fixtures and our Avolites Tiger Touch desk. We will teach you how to select, safely rig, focus, programme and operate lights. You work as part of a team in order to ensure that events discover that your crew are responsible for go smoothly. Sound sessions will the difference focus on developing live sound skills as well as sourcing, editing and triggering sound effects. You will learn how to set up PA systems for Find out about the fantastic gigs, theatre and dance performances. You will also explore how facilities at one of our Open Events. Check out page creative industries work, including the job opportunities available. 157 for details Practical advice and support will help you to plan and enhance your progression.

Where will it take me? We will support you to develop the creative, Find out more online: technical and organisational skills required to progress onto Level 3 truro-penwith.ac.uk/performing-arts study in Production Arts & Live Events or creative Apprenticeships. 113 Level 3 Extended Diploma Music

Why choose this course? The music business is one of the UK’s most successful industries and whether you aim to be a performer, songwriter, producer or manager, this course prepares you for the next step towards your chosen career.

What will I learn? You will form a band within the first two weeks, where you will prepare for gigs, exploring a wide range of material before finally crafting a marketable set for your end of year event. All rehearsals take place in our fully equipped rehearsal studios. You will receive free instrumental lessons, supporting the Rock School syllabus, enabling you to pick up additional qualifications as part of the course. You will have access to dedicated sequencing rooms, digital mix down suites and our state-of-the-art 24-track digital recording studio. You will explore how the music industry works, including the job opportunities available. Practical advice and support will help you to develop a broad range of skills to enhance your progression within the industry.

Where will it take me? Completion of this course along with either a GCSE Grade C or above in Maths or English will provide you with the entry requirements for Level 3 study.

Level 3 Extended Diploma Music Technology Why choose Why choose this course? If you enjoy creating, recording, playing music live with technology, working with other creative minded people Music & Performing on interesting projects, whilst making a living from all of these, then at Truro College? music technology could be the option for you. Arts 1. To develop individual technical and performance You will focus on developing the skills, techniques, What will I learn? skills, which will lead to exciting and valuable habits and attitudes a professional would require to thrive in a performance experience. competitive and creative industry. You will learn how a professional 2. To develop confidence and additional important in the music industry must adapt quickly to the needs of any creative skills such as working with others, learning to situation, where we shall look to make you not only cope with current organise and negotiate, using initiative and industry requirements but flourish in the music industry of the future. communication. You will look at a range of topics such as studio recording, audio 3. To give yourself job opportunities. Government engineering, synthesis, sampling, production, promotion, eventing, research showed jobs in the Music and multi-media and many more. Performance industry have expanded by 34%. Many of our students find their skills lead to Where will it take me? This qualification will open options for Higher opportunities and success across a range of Education and employment. The qualification will provide gateways sectors. into other subject areas such as computer game music/sound, acoustics (alongside a mathematics/science qualification), live sound/ eventing along with music production and sound engineering courses.

114 Level 3 Extended Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma Performing Arts: Dance Performing Arts: Performance

Why choose this course? You can develop a range of skills and Why choose this course? The nature of the work develops the knowledge about performance through units. Although the units are whole person, so that on completion of the course you can expect to assessed separately, they may be taught in conjunction. For example, find yourself equipped either to seek employment in many areas of several units can be covered in one performance. work (not limited solely to the performing arts) or to move into Higher Education. What will I learn? The course is deliberately broad, enabling you to experience a wide range of styles and genres with the performing What will I learn? By working regularly in groups, you’ll learn how arts. There will be opportunity to choose acting or dance specialist to work cooperatively with others, a key factor in all aspects of study options, but there is a strong common practical core to the course. and employment. You will also develop your communication skills and You will be expected to work with the whole group in the preparation improve your performing and critical abilities. There will be opportunity of dance, drama and musical theatre performances that will stretch to choose some acting or dance specialist options, but there is a and develop you as a performer. strong common practical core to the course, in which you will be expected to work with the whole group in the preparation of dance, Where will it take me? A BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts drama and musical theatre performances that will stretch and develop can equip you for progression onto a university or drama/stage school you as a performer. degree or diploma course in subjects such as Drama, Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance or Performing Arts. Other possible areas at university Where will it take me? This Diploma can lead to a university or might be Media, Journalism, Events Management, Technical Theatre drama/stage school degree or diploma course in subjects such as or Education (Teaching). You will be able to go into employment in Drama, Acting and more. You might find yourself able to go into the performing arts, whether it be as a trainee or Apprenticeship employment in an area of the performing arts, whether it be as a in backstage operations with a theatre company, front of house or trainee or Apprenticeship in backstage operations with a theatre teaching assistant. company, front of house or teaching assistant.

Level 3 Extended Diploma Production Arts & Live Events

Why choose this course? If you have ever envied the sound engineer, found yourself gazing at the lighting rig, or wondered what is going on backstage, then this might be the course for you.

What will I learn? You will have access to industry standard equipment and the opportunity to work on a variety of real events from theatre to festivals. You will develop skills in rigging, lighting, live sound, visuals and set/stage design. You will learn how to create industry specific documents, such as stage plans, technical riders and risk assessments. You will have the chance to apply to work backstage at a national festival. You will have the opportunity to manage your own crew, create your own designs and choose which specialisms you would like to be assessed in. Many learners combine assessments with paid work. You will get the opportunity to work in local venues, building your portfolio.

Where will it take me? Past students are currently studying at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Backstage Academy and Rose Bruford. Former Production Arts students are currently working for Ibiza Rocks, Snowbox Festival and Glastonbury, while others are touring across the USA and Europe with signed acts and some have successfully set up their own companies.

115 Personal & Professional Development

116 We welcome learners who, for whatever reason, may not have previously been academically successful. We offer you a chance to have a fresh start in an Outstanding College.

A competitive job market means you need to be fully equipped with employment skills to gain work. On the course you will gain the knowledge to prepare yourself effectively for employment or an Apprenticeship/Traineeship. If you are unsure of the career path you wish to take then we will work with you to look at your skills and qualities and match these to your ideal career. A key part of the course will be a work placement learning opportunity in an area of your choice supported by a job coach. You will work for a real business with a view of gaining paid employment or an Apprenticeship with this company. Multiple placements are available if you are unsure of a career path and you will gain references from these businesses to enhance your CV. Employers are saying that work experience is just as important as qualifications.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/ppd

Choose Personal & Professional Development

for a new start and a stepping stone to other courses, an Apprenticeship or employment

Businesses report that workplace experience can be just as important to them as formal qualifications.

Department of Education 117 Level 1, 2 & 3 Traineeships

Why choose this course? You will already have a fairly clear idea that you would like an Apprenticeship or full-time work and you may have been trying, without much luck, to secure a job or Apprenticeship.

What will I learn? A Traineeship will set you up with a placement in a business of your choice with a view of progressing onto that Apprenticeship or a full-time position. You will be supported with a dedicated one-to-one job coach. Whilst on the Traineeship you will undertake a variety of recognised short qualifications linked to the placement. For instance; CSCS training, pool lifeguarding, bookkeeping, paediatric first aid, website design, using social media for marketing, emergency first aid, as well as any vocationally specific courses that will help you obtain your goal. You will also have help with applications and support with interview preparation via video analysis. Whilst you are on the course you will be classed as in full-time education. You can enrol at any point in the year and lasts between three weeks and six months, depending on how quickly we can progress you into your desired outcome.

Where will it take me? Our progression outcomes will vary upon your personal goal, but you may choose to go into an Apprenticeship, full-time paid employment or you may decide to do further study

Level 2 & 3 Personal & Professional Development

Why choose this course? These courses offer an equal emphasis Why choose on qualifications, personal development and work place learning leading to an Apprenticeship, full time employment or further learning. Personal & What will I learn? You will be equipped with employment skills and Professional an enhanced CV to ensure that you have the best opportunity to gain the career of your choice. The course will cover personal preparation Development for employment, self-improvement and effective behaviour at work. at Truro College? An Extended Project that attracts UCAS points is also available to help develop independent study and research skills. A key part of the 1. A dedicated work placement course will be a work placement learning opportunity in an area of coordinator and job coach to ensure choice supported by a job coach. You will work for a real business to you gain an outstanding placement. gain practical experience that will not only enhance your CV but also 2. An opportunity to enhance your CV help cement your career choice when leaving education. Additional with external courses as well as courses linked to the placement are also available. sector specific internal qualifications. 3. An opportunity to create a ‘story’ Where will it take me? In some cases you may stay with the that will open future employment business and undertake an Apprenticeship or gain full-time pathways. employment. For those seeking to move into the work environment, we will help with applications and support you with interview preparation via video analysis. You will be able to move into an Apprenticeship or employment at any point in the year, or move into further learning the following academic year. 118 Leah Tomlinson Personal Professional Development

There’s a wide variety of units available to support my professional development. If you’re unsure what you want to do, then this is the course for you.

Leah is from Newquay and previously attended Newquay Tretherras

119 Public Services

120 Your team work and leadership qualities will be expanded in this challenging and rewarding area.

You will benefit from visits by members of the uniformed and armed services as well as having the chance to visit key public services such as the Army, Marines and Truro Crown Court. Former service personnel also run the Military Fitness Academy that will put you through your paces, pushing you physically and mentally. We look forward to seeing you in the career of your choice as you join the successes of our past students.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/public-services

Choose Students develop personal Public Services and professional qualities that help for careers in: prepare them for the public service British Army career of their choice. Royal Navy/Royal Marines Royal Air Force Louise Coley Deputy Team Leader Police Service

Local Authorities Central Government Fitness Industry Outdoor Education

Fire & Rescue Service HM Revenue & Customs HM Prison Service Coastguard/Lifeguard

121 Level 2 Progression Public Services

Why choose this course? This pathway will provide training and experiences for those intending to work in the Armed Forces or Emergency Services industries and will provide the opportunity to develop a range of practical skills. This programme includes the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Public Services, GCSE English and Maths and the study of enterprise.

What will I learn? If you enjoy studying a variety of subjects chosen to help develop your confidence, understanding and skills and then applying them in and out of the classroom, this progression could be for you. Topics such as Health, Fitness and Lifestyle for the Public Services, Citizenship, Society and the Public Services, Sport and Recreation in the Public Services, The Role and Work of the Public Services, and Crime and its Effect on Society and Individuals are some of the units you will study over the one year course. You will learn through a range of methods including practical experiences and theory based lessons.

Where will it take me? You will then be able to make informed choices with regard to a career in the uniformed public services. You will also have developed academic and practical skills that may be applicable in other work situations or will enable you to progress to Level 3 qualifications in areas such as Public Services, Sport or Outdoor Adventure.

Level 3 Extended Diploma Public Services

Why choose this course? A career in the public services is Why choose challenging, rewarding, interesting and exciting, requiring you to have a variety of skills, knowledge, and expertise to succeed. If you Public Services enjoy studying a variety of subjects chosen to help develop your confidence, understanding and skills and then applying them in and at Truro College? out of the classroom, this course could be for you. 1. Excellent links with the full range of public services, providing real life experiences What will I learn? You will need to be willing to ‘have a go’ at things, to contextualise learning. be prepared to get cold, wet and dirty, push yourself and us, develop your team work and, most importantly, work hard. Your learning will be 2. A large emphasis is placed on outdoor activities and practical learning to develop through lectures, practical sessions and residential trips, you will be skills necessary for employment in the assessed in challenging situations, expected to conduct self-directed public services. study and research, attend visits to, and presentations from, various services. 3. Students thrive in a supportive environment and enjoy numerous guest speakers and visits to the full range of Where will it take me? Previous students have undertaken degrees public services. in law, public services, criminology, psychology, sociology and many more. The College also provides the opportunity to continue your studies onto our Foundation Degree in Public Services. Career opportunities such as the Armed Forces, Police, Fire Service, Coastguard, Prison Service, Customs or other public organisations are also options.

122 Callum Gilbert Public Services Level 3 Extended Diploma and Elite Academy

I’ve really enjoyed all the opportunities at College, especially being able to train alongside my studies. I’m looking forward to joining the Royal Marines Commando when I finish my course.

Callum is from Porthleven and previously attended Helston Community College

123 Science

124 We are a truly outstanding Science department of dedicated experts who take pride in enabling learners to excel.

Lowenna Bradley Programme Team Leader

Choose Science for careers in:

Astronomy Chemistry Forensic Science Genetics

Geochemistry Geophysics Marine Science Medicine & Dentistry

The College is a member of the Royal Society Associate Schools and College scheme, hosts the South West’s educational Microbiology Nursing coordinator for the Royal Society of Physics Research Science Chemistry and is a Lead School for Veterinary Science the Institute of Physics.

As a student of Truro College, you will benefit from these close links with the UK’s most prestigious scientific institutions. With a STEM guest lecture programme including Oxbridge professors at the forefront of scientific research, together with exciting opportunities to join international conservation expeditions to Honduras, the study of Science at Truro College has never been more exciting.

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/science 125 A Level Biology

Why choose this course? If you enjoy learning about life and living organisms and want to delve deeper into concepts that you have been introduced to at GCSE, from biochemistry and cell biology as well as behaviour and ecology, then this course will offer you an exciting and challenging area of study.

What will I learn? Biology encompasses the cellular basis of living things, the transformation of energy that underlies the activities of life, and the genetic basis for inheritance in organisms. You will study the evolutionary relationships between organisms and the diversity of life on earth, to include microorganisms, plants, animals and fungi.

Where will it take me? A Level Biology is a highly respected qualification that is valued for most degree subjects and by employers worldwide. To broaden your Higher Education options, it is recommended that you study this course alongside A Level Chemistry. Biology also opens up a wide range of opportunities for university level study, including medicine, nursing, dentistry, physiotherapy, veterinary science, zoology, radiography, agriculture and horticulture, marine biology, biochemistry, genetics, nutrition, botany, forensic science and many other possibilities.

A Level Chemistry

Why choose this course? If you enjoy the study of the substances that make both us and our surroundings then Chemistry is for you. It is everywhere; in the food we eat and the water we drink, from the clothes we wear and our mobile phones to the medicines that keep us healthy.

What will I learn? You will develop your knowledge, competence and confidence in practical skills and problem solving, together with enhancing your understanding of key chemical ideas and how they link to each other. You will study a variety of topics including organic chemistry, energy, quantitative chemistry and chemical bonding alongside contemporary issues. For more course Where will it take me? If you want to study medicine, dentistry, information and an pharmacy or veterinary science then Chemistry is essential. An application understanding of chemistry is desirable for the study of many form subjects, is valued highly by universities and equips you for further study in the sciences as well as areas such as law and finance. Studying chemistry will provide you with problem solving, communication, creativity and teamwork skills; hence chemical scientists are much sought after and can pursue careers in many exciting and varied fields of work.

126 A Level Environmental Science

Why choose this course? You will gain an understanding of how different events and cycles within the environment interrelate, how human activity impacts upon these systems and the strategies used to minimise the problems that may be caused.

What will I learn? The Living Environment: conditions for life on earth, conservation of biodiversity, life processes in the biosphere and conservation planning. The Physical Environment: a study of the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, mineral resources, biogeochemical cycles and soils. Research Methods: investigative methods in environmental science - considering different methodologies, standardisation techniques, collect and processing of statistically significant data. Energy Resources: a study of the importance of energy resources in both past and future developments in society. Pollution: a number of different pollution issues will be covered including atmospheric pollution, acid rain, oil, thermal, pesticide and more.

Where will it take me? The course could lead you to a career with an Environment Agency, National Trust, Forestry Commission, local Wildlife Trusts, environmental consultancies, National Parks, recycling organisations, waste management and water quality organisations.

A Level Geology

Why choose this course? If you are fascinated by fossils and their evolutionary roots, which forces drive volcanoes and tsunamis, or perhaps you are concerned about the environmental consequences of the extraction of oil and gas and radioactive materials, then A Level Why choose Geology may be for you. Science What will I learn? You will investigate the Earth from its meteorite at Truro College? origins through to the range of rocks found in its different layers and surface environments. You will discover how geologists need 1. A team of highly qualified, outstanding a multitude of different skills to accurately measure and describe teachers who are passionate about features in the environment and develop these skills through field their specialist subject areas. trips in the UK and abroad. You will use geological maps and cross 2. 14 extensively equipped teaching labs sections to investigate the difficulties of finding and extracting that provide the setting for advanced resources as well as studying the evolution of life on Earth and practical lessons. how geologists can use this knowledge to re-construct a geological 3. Exceptional technical support that timescale stretching back a billion years. gives students real world experience of scientific experimentation and Where will it take me? Geologists are required in the oil industry, project work. mining, materials science, hydrogeology (water resources), civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, public services, geohazard prediction and mitigation, scientific research (e.g. climate change, seismology) and education.

127 A Level Level 3 Extended Diploma Physics Applied Science (Analytical & Forensic Science) Why choose this course? If you are interested in questions like “what happens if I go into a black hole?”, “what is a Higgs boson?” Why choose this course? Do you enjoy using scientific knowledge and “what happens if I travel near to the speed of light?”, then this to solve problems? Are you keen to learn how to piece together course will challenge you to consider these questions - and many evidence and data to reach valid conclusions? more. What will I learn? This course is designed to give you a detailed What will I learn? Physics allows you to understand the fundamental understanding of aspects of science with an emphasis on the skills structure of the universe from atoms (or smaller) to galaxies (or and knowledge used in the fields of analytical and forensic science. bigger) and how the matter within the universe interacts. You will You will develop your scientific understanding and practical skills discover that the same underlying physical laws can be applied from through a series of assignments and challenging investigations which everyday situations such as electric circuits or theme park rides to utilise some of the techniques used by crime scene investigators complex situations like particle accelerators or black holes. and analytical and forensic scientists including collecting evidence from crime scenes and analysis of evidence through chemical Where will it take me? To study physics, electronics or engineering spectroscopy, fingerprint analysis and chemical and biological testing. at degree level you will need A Level Physics. However, an understanding of physics is also desirable for mathematics, computer Where will it take me? Scientific skills are always in demand in science, chemistry, geology, medicine, dentistry, veterinary science the workplace and a wide range of careers are possible including and environmental science university courses. Studying the physical analytical laboratory work, forensic laboratory work and scenes of sciences at university level provides you with problem solving, crime work. The course can also lead to a variety of science based communication, creativity and teamwork skills and opportunities in courses at Higher Education. careers within many exciting fields of work including meteorology, finance, law and journalism. Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/science

Level 3 Extended Diploma Applied Science (Biomedical Science)

Why choose this course? Are you interested in pursuing a career in the ever expanding field of Biomedical Science? Do you wish to use your scientific knowledge to benefit others? This course is designed to give you a detailed understanding of aspects of science.

What will I learn? You will study a range of core scientific units and specialist units with a particular emphasis on the knowledge, skills and techniques used in Biomedical Science. Throughout the course you will develop your scientific understanding and practical skills through a series of assignments and challenging investigations, which utilise some of the techniques used by scientists in the workplace including the application of modern biological and chemical practical techniques to Biomedical Science and the knowledge required by Biomedical scientists.

Where will it take me? Scientific skills are always in demand in the workplace and a wide range of careers are possible including working in hospital laboratories, research laboratories, school or college laboratories or quality control laboratories (for example in the food get and drink industry). The course can also lead to a variety of science connected based courses at Higher Education. Find us on Facebook 128 Junayed Ahmed A Level Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science and the Chemistry Academy

I chose Truro as it has excellent facilities and the staff are both welcoming and enthusiastic. Their enthusiasm is infectious and this has led me to apply to study Chemistry at university.

Junayed is from Truro and previously attended Penair School

129 Sport

130 You will have the opportunity to participate, compete and excel in a wide range of physical activities at Truro College.

You will also be able to become a member of our Academy programmes irrespective of your academic course or standard of performance. Our sports teams play within the AoC Sport organisation, which runs leagues and cups across the country, as well as sport specific competitions and tournaments. Teams from the College have competed in the AoC Sport National finals and travelled across the South West as well as to London, Birmingham, Dallas and Japan where we have had success at both regional and national level.

You will have the opportunity for personal development by taking part in the Sports Leaders Awards schemes, for which the College has been awarded Sports Leader UK Academy status and through which over 800 students have already trained. Students are involved in volunteering in local primary, secondary and special schools as well as at community events such as the Cornwall School Games.

Provision has been made for a wide spectrum of abilities with recreational sessions and non-competitive Choose activities. There are more than 60 free activity sessions delivered each week as part of the Health, Sport for Wellbeing and Sport Programme. careers in:

Sports Coaching PE Teaching Personal Training Sports Therapy

Professional Athletetics Sports Nutrition Strength & Conditioning Coaching

Sports Psychology Sports Analysis Outdoor Pursuits

Students have fantastic opportunities to develop both their academic and sporting ability in great facilities, inspiring progression to university and sports related careers.

Vicky Pring Deputy Team Leader 131 A Level Level 2 Progression Physical Education Sport

Why choose this course? This course is designed for students with Why choose this course? If you enjoy studying a variety of an interest in the main theoretical components of physical education subjects chosen to help develop your confidence, understanding and those who display a high sporting level in at least one sport as a and abilities and then applying them in and out of the classroom, this performer and/or coach. progression could be for you. This programme includes the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Sport, GCSE English and Maths and the study What will I learn? The course looks at anatomical, physiological and of enterprise. psychological theories and applies them to current sporting activity and performance. Everyone on the course will undertake personal What will I learn? This pathway will provide training and experiences study, where you will analyse sporting performance and develop ways for those intending to work in the sport industry and will provide the to improve either your own personal skill level or that of others. You opportunity to develop a range of practical skills and techniques, are also assessed in personal skill levels and in competitive practical personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance situations. You will study anatomy and physiology, acquisition of skills, in working life in this area. Units such as: Fitness Testing & Training, and sport and society relating to participation in physical activity. Practical Sport, Anatomy & Physiology, Planning & Leading Sports Activities, Sport & Active Leisure Industry and Sport & Active Leisure Where will it take me? Further possibilities include Truro and Industry are some of the units you will study. Penwith College’s Higher Education courses in Sports Coaching, Sports Therapy and Exercise Health and Fitness. Future careers Where will it take me? You will be able to progress onto further include; teaching, coaching, physiotherapy, sports retail, sports study, training, or employment and this will enable you to make therapy, journalism, sport administration in leisure and sports informed choices with regard to a career in the sport sector. You will development. have developed academic and practical skills that may be applicable in other work situations or will enable you to progress to Level 3 qualifications in areas such as Public Services, Sport or Outdoor Find out more online: Adventure. truro-penwith.ac.uk/sport

Level 3 Extended Diploma Outdoor Adventure

Why choose this course? This exciting and challenging course will help provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for preparation for entry into a career in outdoor adventure and the outdoor education industry.

What will I learn? You will develop your understanding of the variety within the industry, whilst developing your instructional skills in a range of both land-based and water-based activities. You will spend two days a week developing personal and leadership skills in areas such as sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, climbing and navigation, amongst others. You will develop your understanding of topics such as outdoor education facility management, equipment design and variety, managing and caring for the natural environment, and looking at the purposes of outdoor and adventurous activity. You will study topics relating to improving performance such as creating training programmes, nutrition and human anatomy. You will get the opportunity to visit a range of Come and meet the staff outdoor education and adventure providers from the public, private and tour the campus. and charity sectors. Check out page 157 for details Where will it take me? This course could lead you towards Higher Education courses such as Outdoor Education. Students could seek employment in: teaching, instructing, outdoor education or work 132 overseas. Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport

Why choose this course? This National Extended Diploma in Sport course includes elements of both theory and practical sport and will allow you to investigate the diversity within sport, health and the leisure industry.

What will I learn? The course will teach you to apply your sporting knowledge, as well as test your practical ability, by covering a range of units including Sports Coaching & Leadership, Fitness Testing Sports Injury Management and Sports Psychology. During the course you will take on the role of being employed within the sport and active leisure industry when completing assignments and activities. Each assignment will be based around a scenario that reflects tasks/projects that sports employees would be undertaking in the workplace. For example, a personal trainer conducting client health and fitness assessments.

Where will it take me? This course prepares you for both employment and progression onto Higher Education courses such as the Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching at Truro and Penwith College, or a degree programme at another university. Common career paths for sport students include sports coaching, teaching, strength and conditioning coach, sports therapist and personal trainer.

Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport & Exercise Science

Why choose this course? This course will suit you if you have an interest in undertaking a sport or health related career such as sports nutrition, sports psychology, strength and conditioning, sports therapy, physiotherapy or sports coaching, amongst many others. Why choose What will I learn? You will be studying a broad range of sport Sport at and health related topics whilst developing a strong scientific and academic approach to these topics/areas. You will discover how to Truro College? apply theoretical and practical techniques to analyse and improve the sporting performance of yourself and others, as well as improving 1. Dedicated state-of-the-art facilities general health and fitness. You will learn the appropriate use of both including two sports halls, fitness laboratory and field-based testing and training equipment using our suite, strength and conditioning gym highly equipped sports science laboratory. You will also learn how to and exercise physiology laboratory. use digital analysis systems to compare yourself and others with elite 2. Excellent links with professional performers in order to fine tune sports skills and techniques. clubs and sport employers. 3. Students excel in their chosen Where will it take me? You may wish to progress onto Higher areas through support from highly Education in areas such as sports science, sports nutrition, sports qualified staff. therapy, personal training, sports psychology, sports medicine and teaching, amongst many others. Alternatively, you may wish to move into employment in areas such as sports development and the leisure industry.

133 Academies

134 Academies As a full-time student you could join one of our academies. These have been set up to encourage development and excellence. Whether your interest is sporting, academic or artistic, we have created programmes and support to help you excel.

As part of any academy you can expect to enjoy success during your time at Truro College, but the skills you acquire will stay with you as you progress to university, career and into life as an enriched individual. Academy activities are included into your timetable, enabling you to access as much as possible without interfering with your studies.

Please note that academies can only be joined in conjunction with a full-time programme of study.

The academies are fantastic to be a part of, and a great way to add structure to your college day. Whatever your interest, the academies allow you access to experienced members of staff who can aid your development and support your future goals.

Emily Lord Sports Academy Coordinator

Find out more online: truro-penwith.ac.uk/academies

135 Academic Academy Art Academy

Why choose this academy? If you are curious, inquisitive and enjoy Why choose this academy? The Art Academy provides a range of learning, then the Academic Academy is for you. Explore new and opportunities for you to develop both your technical skills and your interesting ideas that broaden your knowledge and supplement your knowledge of the art and design creative industries. College studies. What can I expect? Members of the Art Academy will be able to What can I expect? The Academic Academy is a 30-week take part in specialist workshops delivered to extend your experience programme of lectures and seminars designed to stretch, challenge of processes and materials, which you will be able to use directly and provide support for students who want to apply for selective or transfer into your course work. Regular talks from practitioners universities. It is taken alongside your full-time programme and only within the creative industries will stimulate and confirm your interest requires a commitment of two hours a week. as well as giving you a flavour of life as a working arts professional. Workshops will develop skills in a range of technical specialisms The programme is fun and exciting and aims to increase your providing extensions to your work in portfolios suitable for applications intellectual curiosity and confidence in ways that will support to both Degree and Foundation courses. applications to the most competitive universities. We'll introduce you to new ideas and new ways of looking at the world: every Wednesday Creative industry talks will give you an insight into the life of afternoon you will have a lecture followed by a choice of seminar. practitioners, drawing them from both outside as well as within the area. Opportunities are available for students to work with galleries and museums on a range of different themes from contextual referencing and workshops to competitions. There will also be the opportunity for you to work towards the Gold Level Arts Award.

Find out more online: Academies truro-penwith.ac.uk/academies

Badminton Academy Basketball Academy

Why choose this academy? All players, from beginners to county- Why choose this academy? Advance your basketball skills on our level players, are welcome in the Academy. Training and fitness purpose-built courts at Truro College, with expert training, competitive sessions in our extensive facilities prepare you for competitive match matches, excellent fitness resources and performance analysis. play. What can I expect? Players have the opportunity to train on the What can I expect? Players will have up to four hours per week of basketball court for up to five hours a week, to play in competitive badminton related activities, including individual racket skills, drills fixtures, train in the fitness suite, receive match and personal and preparation for match play. All Badminton Academy players will performance analyses and be given nutritional and psychological receive additional support and advice on strength and conditioning guidance. and gain access to the College’s extensive fitness facilities. There are several male teams to accommodate the number and The College plays in the Association of Colleges Sport tournaments standard of players, and a female team if there is demand. Students and cups, with the opportunity to qualify for the national finals, as well compete in the Association of Colleges (AOC) Sport competitions, as a range of county and regional schools tournaments. In recent including the Southwest League, Southwest Cup, and National years the badminton team has been very successful on a national Championship qualifying tournament. We also compete in the stage: they were winners of the AoC National Cup in 2014, 2016 and Dynamic National Schools Competition and U19 County League. 2017, and had representatives in the South West team at the AoC National Championships.

136 Cricket Academy

Why choose this academy? If you would like to join the Cricket Academy, you’ll need to be of club or county level with a deep commitment to cricket and strong desire to improve.

What can I expect? Players will have up to eight hours a week of training, playing and practicing, organised according to the time of year. Coaching and training sessions will take place in the Cornwall Indoor Cricket Centre - a world-class facility and the most modern in the UK, with five lanes of nets, five bowling machines, advanced video technology and a specialist floor. There is a strong fixture list, including indoor tournaments, the Schools Sports Magazine National U17 Cup, and AoC Outdoor Twenty20 League.

During the year, players will also have the opportunity to train as umpires and coaches within the England and Wales Cricket Board structure. Annual trips to the ECB Academy at Nottingham, ECB Academy at Loughborough and overseas trips may also take place. Players will receive theory sessions on mental, technical and tactical aspects of the game and undergo some lifestyle management training.

Elite Academy

Why choose this academy? Including the High Performance and Military Fitness Groups, the Elite Academy is designed to offer specialist training to exceptional athletes across a range of sports.

What can I expect? Athletes are required to be of at least county or regional standard (where available) to apply for the Elite Academy. Training programmes will be produced, where necessary, in conjunction with relevant coaches, and athletes will be encouraged to train with each other depending on their fitness requirements. There will be up to eight hours a week where sessions can be accessed to suit individual needs. Specific athletic and cross country training will also be held off site with Michelle Penhaligon, our UK Athletics Coach and Leader in Running Fitness. Michelle also works closely with our disabled students improving their fitness levels and preparing them for competition. Elite athletes will get the opportunity to compete in Association of Colleges Sport events including cross country, track and field championships, watersports championships as well as other county and regional competitions.

The High Performance group will work separately with UKSCA trained staff on their particular training needs. The Military Fitness Group will focus on outdoor sessions aimed at improving fitness and team work.

137 Enterprise Academy

Why choose this academy? Put your entrepreneurial skills to the test. Become the director of your own company and experience what it's like to set up and run a business.

What can I expect? This programme will provide you with skills in business management, financial accounts, marketing, managing people, operational logistics and customer care. You and your fellow directors will make all the decisions about your company, from raising initial share capital through to designing a product or service, selling directly to customers and, ultimately, winding up the company. The academy is delivered across one academic year. You'll take part in a range of events to launch your product/service, as well as taking part in regional competitions. All this takes place with the support of a business adviser who brings a wealth of business knowledge and expertise to your team.

Alongside this academy, you will have the opportunity to undertake the AQA Extended Project. This is an independent dissertation on a subject of your choice that will provide you with additional UCAS points. It's a recognised qualification by both employers and universities. Some leading universities make alternative offers for those undertaking this qualification.

Football Development Programme

Why choose this academy? Working in association with the Chelsea FC Foundation, we bring you a comprehensive and powerful football training programme designed to develop you physically, technically and psychologically.

What can I expect? You will work with UEFA A and B licensed coaches, using the FA’s Four Corner Model of Learning, and will take part in around six hours of football-related activities per week. The Four Corners cover practical and theoretical learning across a wide range of topics such as: strength and conditioning; nutrition and hydration; sports injury/physiotherapy. Those selected to be in the Chelsea FC Foundation Truro squad will usually be of county standard or higher, and compete in the National U19 Football Youth Development League. The team plays against AFC Bournemouth, Chelsea FC Foundation (Dartmoor), Cheltenham Town, Exeter City, Plymouth Argyle and Swindon Town. You'll play in official Chelsea kit and students will also take part in Chelsea FC Foundation’s annual Competitions Day where all of their college academies are invited to compete. Both students and coaches involved in the programme benefit from world-class training at Chelsea FC’s Cobham Training Centre throughout the year. Students not selected for the Chelsea squad will play in the AoC Sport or Cornwall League depending on standard. They will be able to access up to six hours training and fixtures on Wednesday afternoons.

138 Golf Academy Hockey Development Squad

Why choose this academy? The Golf Academy is open to experts Why choose this academy? The Hockey Development Squad and beginners alike, offering excellent development opportunities welcomes players of all levels, from beginners to national competitors. for players of all levels. Benefit from professional tuition, training and Whatever your ability, we’ll hone your skills and raise your standard resources. of play.

What can I expect? The Golf Academy programme allows students What can I expect? There are normally about 30 players in our male to improve their performance while developing an extended and female hockey teams, playing over 20 games in the season. knowledge of the game and experiencing the many facets it has to The majority of our men’s and women’s 1st elevens play club hockey offer. The programme looks to make a significant contribution to the and we recommend players who want to play at 1st team level to development of junior golf within the county. be playing or to join local clubs, although there have been some exceptions to this. Some members play for various South Premier Players will have up to four hours a week of golf related activities, teams in the county, such as Truro (men’s), Newquay and Falmouth which will include swing and bio-mechanical analysis, short game (women’s), and for the lower local leagues. development, fitness and psychology as well as regular matches played to the highest standards. Players will engage in up to six hours per week of hockey related activities, which will include theory classes, coaching, fitness sessions, skills work and post-match analysis. Competitive matches usually take place on Wednesday afternoons. Coaching and umpiring courses may also be offered throughout the year.

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Music Academy Medics’ Academy

Why choose this academy? The Music Academy offers Why choose this academy? Prepare yourself for progression into a opportunities to musicians of all styles and instruments, promoting a medical degree and career. The Medics’ Academy will give you all the range of genres as a part of the College’s musical culture. information and training you need to get into university.

What can I expect? This is where you’ll get to take part in musical What can I expect? The Truro and Penwith College Medics’ ensembles of all kinds. A jazz band, vocal group, string ensembles, Academy is run in partnership with Peninsula Medical School brass group, steel pan band, flute ensemble and saxophone students as part of the Widening Access to Medical School (WAMS) ensemble are our current activities. In addition there is a music theory initiative. This is a wholly student led organisation with the aim of class, which helps develop musicianship and leads to grade exams. informing, encouraging and inspiring students, and is very popular We’ll ask you to be involved in at least two activities. Participants with those wishing to progress into a medicine degree. The work in any musical activity must be available for public performance covered in Term 1 will build your awareness of what universities look and will take part in at least two activities. The calendar of music for in students who apply to medicine. performances will be published in September of the academic year and is likely to include at least four events for each performance Work covered in Term 2 will include: a course delivered over the term group. Some groups may share participation in the same event. by the WAMS students in years four and five at the Peninsula Medical School. Through individual sessions and group work the course will You can play all kinds of music as long as it requires reading the dots! address and take forward the foundation work covered in Term 1; a You can suggest music or composers you would like to perform. Most course delivered over the term, which will address the breadth of work popular are film music, funk, jazz and musical theatre. Mozart always experience needed for an application to medicine. seems to have a place.

139 STEM Academies Truro and Penwith College provides over half of all post-16 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related courses in the county and is one of the largest in the country. This volume of activity, together with exceptional student achievement and progression to some of the top institutions in the world, has cemented the College as a national leader and outstanding STEM provider.

This extensive provision attracts the very best academic teaching staff with unrivalled access to industry-leading organisations and people. The College is host to the South Biology Academy Computing Academy West’s educational co-ordinator for the renowned Royal Society of Chemistry, has Institute of Physics (IOP) Lead School status Why choose this academy? Why choose this academy? and was selected as one of the first Maths Hubs in the country. The Biology Academy allows Run in partnership with local This unrivalled provision also attracts industry leaders looking to students in their second businesses, the Computing share their knowledge with our enthusiastic and well-supported year of study to extend their Academy will enhance your students. Visits include the former leader of Experiments at understanding on a range of technical skills and employability, CERN, now Director of Particle Therapy at the Cancer Research topics beyond the scope of the preparing you for a career in the Institute, and Oxford Professor Ken Peach and the University of classroom lectures in the subject. fast-changing field of computing. Cambridge’s Dr James Grimes, who have both given invaluable Current issues in the news, insights into how to excel in the field of STEM. recent publications and cutting- What can I expect? edge research can be debated, You will shadow a real life Each summer, a number of our students are placed with one discussed and investigated. target, gathering intelligence of the most prestigious STEM schemes in the country. Much of and collating evidence that the Truro and Penwith students’ work with Nuffield Research What can I expect? could be used to gain electronic Placements is so cutting-edge that it is classified due to The British Biology Olympiad access. You will then map the commercial sensitivities. Rachel Delourme, STEM Advisor and challenges and stimulates real target's network remotely, Nuffield and Sustainability Co-ordinator at the College said the students with an interest in identifying the types and names Nuffield scheme is an, “opportunity for students to take part in Biology to expand and extend of those network devices and exciting, cutting-edge, world-class research”. their talents. It enables students undertake cyber-attacks. The to demonstrate their knowledge course will start off with a Ofsted, when awarding the College its Outstanding status, and to be suitably rewarded and grounding in the Unreal Engine 4 identified the College’s “inspirational and highly-skilled teaching publicly recognised by the award game engine, where you will use with exceptionally well-developed facilities,” both of which have of medals, certificates and other blueprints to create a 3D virtual been fundamental to our students’ successes while at College prizes. reality walkthrough that will be and in helping prepare them for further STEM research and exported to the Oculus Rift VR study, usually at university level. The BBO consists of two one headset. We will then investigate hour multiple choice papers how to add gamification Truro and Penwith College seeks to extend students’ interest to be taken online under staff elements in order to create a 3D and understanding in the STEM subjects beyond the scope of supervised exam conditions. first person gaming experience. the IB Diploma, A Level and Extended Diploma courses offered. Students may then have an We have a number of extra-curricular opportunities available to opportunity to progress further The final part of the course will our students, which are grouped as the STEM Academies. to national or international introduce game programming competitions. It is hoped that using C++ to control the gaming competing in the Olympiad will elements in greater depth as encourage students already well as the mathematics and Find out more online: interested in this valuable, wide- physics that are vital to creating truro-penwith.ac.uk/academies ranging and rewarding subject a fully functioning video game to continue their study beyond A experience. You will undertake Levels or the IB Diploma. a project in which you will send a Raspberry Pi computer to an altitude of over 80,000 feet attached to a helium balloon.

140 Chemistry Academy Engineering Academy Mathematics Physics Academy Academy Why choose this academy? Why choose this academy? Why choose this academy? The Chemistry Academy Run in our up to date Why choose this academy? In Physics students have the supports students to explore their engineering facilities, the Mathematics students have opportunity to enter a number of interest in Chemistry further. Engineering Academy will the opportunity to enter for the competitions each year. enhance your understanding UKMT Senior Mathematics What can I expect? of the engineering sectors and Challenge and those who What can I expect? Chemistry students can be different areas of specialism, achieve very high scores may The competitions include: entered for the Cambridge preparing you for a career in the progress to the Senior Maths the British Physics Olympiad Chemistry Challenge Lower exciting field of engineering. Kangaroo or British Mathematics Competition, which rewards Sixth competition at the end of Olympiad. Each year four excellence in physics through their first year. The first round What can I expect? students represent Truro College solving complex physics is a written exam that is sat in You will learn the basics of in the UKMT Senior Team problems. The British Physics June, and those who perform Computer Aided Design, Challenge, success in which Olympiad Experimental Project, best will win an invitation to a Computer Aided Manufacture, leads to representing Cornwall at where students work either in residential camp at the University and 3D printing. In the the National finals in London. groups or individually on an of Cambridge at the end of workshops you will get to use open experimental brief set by August. Second year student’s a lathe for basic turning, a mill, What can I expect? the British Physics Olympiad. work towards competing in the try out different heat treatment In maths, the STEM Academy Projects are written up and Royal Society of Chemistry: UK methods and have a go at also stretches and challenges the best one in the college Chemistry Olympiad. welding different materials. students by working on problem- is submitted for the national solving activities, which take competition. The Competitive Round one consists of a Towards the end of the course them beyond the scope of that Physics Project, a physics-based challenging written test of we will introduce the concept covered during class lectures. project that involves researching chemical knowledge which is of CNC machining and and developing investigative sat in January. Gold, silver and manufacture using the CNC This is then extended towards and theoretical skills and bronze certificates are awarded machines. These will be project- preparation for University presenting ideas. Projects can to high-scoring students, while based so that you can see how Admissions tests in Mathematics be presented at the Big Bang the top-performing students from the design and manufacturing (TMUA, AEA and STEP papers). Fair (South West), and entered participating UK schools are processes work in engineering. These are nationally recognised into the National Science and chosen by the Royal Society of The idea of the academy is to additional qualifications, which Engineering competition. Chemistry Olympiad Selection supplement the academic of A are essential for applications for Committee to progress to Round Level study with the application an increasing number of Maths Finally, the British Astronomy and two. Questions are based on of these theories for students degrees. Astrophysics Olympiad is a new real-world chemistry problems looking to study engineering at project that has formed within the that often stimulate much debate, University. BPhO trust. Students are invited raising awareness of what to take part in this competition chemistry is all about. They are if they have performed highly in also an opportunity to develop the British Physics Olympiad. and showcase some of the skills required for studying Chemistry at university and beyond.

141 Netball Academy

Why choose this academy? With three College teams at Truro and two at Penwith, netball players of all abilities are welcome in the Netball Academy. See your skills develop with our expert training.

What can I expect? Most players tend to play for local clubs, many of them in regional leagues, although the 3rd team often play more for the social side of the game and are not always connected to local clubs. However, we are proud that many players have progressed from 3rd team status to 1st team over the two-year programme. Truro and Penwith College Netball Academy provides fixtures where possible for our squads with local sides, schools competitions and in the Association of Colleges Leagues and tournaments. Our teams play in the AoC South Superleague, AoC SW 1 League and AoC SW 2 League.

Players have the opportunity for netball related activities such as work on skills, tactics and fitness, match play and match analysis. All students have the opportunity to develop their own personal performance. There is a real club feeling to the academy with a friendly atmosphere where everyone, regardless of experience or ability, is valued. Students are also encouraged to be involved in coaching and umpiring opportunities.

Rugby Academy

Why choose this academy? The Rugby Academy caters for a range of abilities, providing the opportunity to play in one of four College teams.

What can I expect? With over 80 students in the academy, our four teams play in over 70 fixtures and tournaments per season. All students will have the opportunity to compete for places in any of the teams which play weekly, although players in the first team squad will normally be of county standard or higher. Players will have up to eight hours per week of rugby related activities, which will include theory sessions, coaching, video analysis, fitness sessions, skills work and weight training. The Academy has toured to South Africa, Dubai and Canada, as well as competing at The Sanix Junior World Rugby Tournament in Japan in 2010, 2012, 2015 and 2016.

The Cornwall RFU has been very successful in developing players in the under 16 age groups. This joint initiative between Truro and Penwith College and Exeter Chiefs’ Rugby Academy provides players with the real opportunity of a first class education coupled with first class rugby coaching, whilst staying in Cornwall.

142 Surf Academy Swimming Academy

Why choose this academy? The Surf Academy has two strands - Why choose this academy? As an experienced swimmer, you’ll competition for experienced surfers and participation for beginners. have the opportunity to compete at national level. You’ll develop your Whatever level you are, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to improve abilities through a combination of conditioning, technique training and and test your skills. analysis.

What can I expect? Surfing is available from both campuses and What can I expect? Swimmers may access up to four hours per has produced a competitive team of male and female surfers who week of swimming activities, including pool sessions, sessions compete in Surfing GB and UK pro tour events during the season. focusing on technique, and dry side training. We will introduce Students may have up to four hours per week of surfing related swimmers to new forms of training, such as strength and conditioning activities. The competition strand is for students with a high level of and technique analysis. surfing skill and experience. Opportunities exist to take part in local and national competitions and events. Swimmers would normally compete for a club outside college although there will be opportunity to represent the College at the The participation strand encourages students to develop practical Association of Colleges Sport South West Gala. This may then lead to techniques and understanding of sea conditions and will normally selection for the region at the AoC National Championships. We make see students having a competent level of surfing ability that includes full use of Truro Leisure Centre hosting a number of home galas, relevant personal equipment, knowledge of etiquette and green building links with other clubs and colleges. wave surfing.

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Tennis Academy Women’s Football Academy

Why choose this academy? All students are welcome to join the Why choose this academy? The Women’s Football Academy Tennis Academy, from enthusiastic beginners to county- and club- programme is for players of all levels, with the added opportunity level players. Improve your skills, have fun and compete nationally. to play recreational football through the Team19 initiative during an intramural six-a-side league. What can I expect? In conjunction with Truro Tennis Club, players from the Truro campus have the opportunity to receive professional What can I expect? Players can take part in up to six hours of coaching for up to six hours per week. Coaching will include individual football related activities each week, including theory sessions, racket skills, drills and preparation for match play. Sessions will take coaching, fitness, skills work and post-match analysis, in addition place at both the College and Truro Tennis Club. At Penwith, players to competitive matches, which normally take place on Wednesday have the opportunity to receive professional coaching for up to six afternoons. The College enters teams in all major ESFA and British hours per week in conjunction with Penzance Tennis Club. Coaching Colleges Sport leagues, cups and tournaments, as well as playing in includes individual racket skills, drills and preparation for match play, local leagues and friendlies. As a player, you’ll have the opportunity to and sessions take place at Penzance Tennis Club. All academy develop your coaching skills by completing the Sport Leaders Awards players will receive additional support and advice on strength and and FA Level 1 Coaching. conditioning and gain access to our extensive fitness facilities. We play in the Association of Colleges (AoC) Sport tournaments, with the We plan to be the development centre for women’s football in opportunity to qualify for the AoC National finals, as well as a range of Cornwall, through our Football Academy. We also hope to develop county and regional tournaments. the girls’ coaching abilities with the possibility of them pursuing professional careers as coaches and players. Previous players There is also opportunity to play in the National LTA Senior Students have progressed onto Apprenticeships in football coaching and Cup which the male team won in 2016 and 2017. scholarships to universities in the USA.

143 The Low-down Information for new students

Student Life & Opportunities

Study Plus In addition to your course and as part of your timetable, you will HWS activities include swimming, climbing, football, exercise classes, choose from the wide range of activities that form our Study Plus canoeing, trampolining, boxing, golf, military fitness, squash and gym programme. Study Plus activities are offered throughout the week. sessions. The programme has been developed through consultation As well as adding to your CV or university application, these can give with the Sport England, Association of Colleges Sport, College you a break from your studies and enable you to meet people from Student Council, Cornwall Sports Partnership and National Governing other courses. Bodies for Sport.

You can follow an activity that complements your existing study The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award or use it to discover something entirely new. There are many activities The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is universally recognised as one you can chose from, plus the opportunity to gain work experience. If of, if not the best, programme for the personal development of we don’t offer an activity that interests you, let us know and we’ll see if young people. If you participate in the Award you will experience we can add it to the Study Plus programme. an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding programme of personal development. Taking part builds confidence and develops self- Health, Wellbeing & Sport (HWS) esteem. It requires persistence, commitment and will have a lasting Truro and Penwith College is committed to providing an environment impact on your attitudes and outlook. where students can grow and develop by offering free regular recreational activities in addition to the Sports Academy provision. On the DofE programme you will complete different types of activities We offer students a menu of physical activities to fit around student to achieve an Award e.g. volunteering, physical, skills, expedition and timetables, to help promote both physical and mental health residentials. throughout the campus.

The HWS Project Lead oversees a team of Activators who help deliver the national award winning HWS programme that targets students who would benefit from regular participation in physical activity. The menu of opportunities is fully inclusive and diverse to encourage all students to access the activities. The programme has been developed to support students both mentally and physically throughout their time at College, and help them achieve their academic goals. The free menu of activities includes before College gym sessions, drop-in lunchtime sessions and after College activity sessions. Students can pop in with their friends to relax and socialise, with no need to book or join a membership scheme.

144 Campus Life Travel Opportunities As you can see, there are many chances for you to thrive, explore, Travel opportunities exist either as part of your studies or for develop and learn, but some days you may just like to enjoy campus enrichment. Previous destinations have included the French Alps, life, meet your friends and relax in one of the cafés and outdoor areas Morocco, Toronto, Russia, New York and Niagara Falls. There are on campus. also language exchange opportunities, local field trips and activity trips such as skiing. Academies As a full-time student you could join one of our academies. These Student Ambassadors have been set up to encourage development and excellence in a You can help us spread the word about the amazing experience you wide range of sports as well as music, academic study and for those have at Truro College to future students. You can become a student interested in the medical profession. Academy activities are included ambassador and gain experience in PR work, visiting schools around into your timetable enabling you to access as much as possible the county, attending open events as well as helping new students at without interfering with your studies. the start of term.

Creative Arts Student Association If you have an interest in the creative arts you may be able to The Student Association (TCSA) exists to represent all full-time contribute to one of the many performances or exhibitions throughout students in advising the College management of educational and the year, both at College and outside venues. Annually, the College recreational matters that are of interest to the students of the College. holds an art and design exhibition in Truro that is open to the public. Students are automatically members of the TCSA unless they choose This event attracts hundreds of people daily to the Lemon Quay not to be. piazza. The Student Association Committee is elected at the end of the Fundraising spring term. No Association membership fee is charged. Membership You may want to become part of the strong tradition of fundraising is not compulsory. One member of the Association acts as Student within the College. You and your friends can select charities to Governor, representing student views at relevant Board of Governor support, which in the past have included Shelterbox, CLIC, Lamin meetings. Appeal, Heart Foundation, Breast Cancer Care, Cancer Relief, Comic Relief and Children in Need. Fancy dress and hair dyeing Young College and shaving are just some of the antics you could be involved with in You may have already been a student at Truro College whilst still at order to raise funds as well as the more formalised events such as school. Our Young College exists to allow young people in years 10 Ten Tors, fun runs and marathons. and 11 who attend one of our partner schools, to have the opportunity to access courses with the College. These courses have a vocational If you are an IB Diploma, Geography or World Development student, focus ranging from Entry Level to Level 2. Those students may now you can take part in the annual visit to Swaziland for the Shewula look at continuing their studies here at the College. Orphan Project. Since 2001, Truro College students have raised over £15,000 for the Shewula Project, which is committed to building schools and providing education for AIDS orphans. All the money raised goes directly to support the orphans and it is the students themselves who decide which aspect of the project the money is used on. You could see for yourself how money from previous years has been invested. You will spend days in the orphan schools playing with the children and assisting in classrooms. In addition, the trip affords various stops to view the beautiful landscape and cultural sights of Swaziland.

145 The College Campus & Resources

The College Campus Mac suites, media studios, physiology labs, construction workshops, There are a number of sports pitches both on site and at the nearby dance studios and a cricket centre are just some of the facilities you Tregye campus. There is also a third generation Astro turf floodlit will find around the campus to enhance your studies, as well as the facility as well as outdoor tennis courts. We also have a performance subject-relevant labs, classrooms, studios, performance space and IT lab, a therapy suite for injury treatment and rehabilitation and a new suites you would expect from one of the top colleges in the country. biomechanical analysis room. Truro Leisure Centre is situated on the College site and comprises of a sports hall, gym and the local council Two new buildings on the Truro College campus provide even more swimming pool. outstanding facilities. The White building is a centre for art and design with large teaching studio spaces, a central atrium reaching from Hair and beauty students learn in our Inspiration salons that are the ground floor through to the top of the building, a social area with open to the public and where you can enjoy a discounted hair cut display spaces and a large gallery. or treatment. If you are looking to unwind from your studies with a relaxing massage, get a quick trim before heading out with your The Seaton building accommodates the expanding area of friends or a quick splash of colour in our nail bar, you can get it all construction and automotive engineering. By creating a large covered right here at College. courtyard and workshops, students are able to learn building and maintenance skills and prepare for work in the motor industry and Through our libraries and IT suites you will have access to a engineering. comprehensive range of contemporary books, journals, audiovisual and online materials that will provide inspiration for studying and to In addition, catering students will get to develop their skills and help improve your results. experience the buzz of a professional kitchen within our Spires Restaurant, which is open to the public. Learning and leisure are blended successfully. There are lots of cafés and social spaces across the campus to enable you to enjoy your There are multiple, well-equipped performance spaces for you to time outside of taught classes. explore your talents. Music technology rooms have workstations, running current music software. The fully equipped recording studios If you have childcare needs, we also have an on-site nursery. are used for teaching and you can book them for your use.

You can use our theatre and studio spaces for dance and drama performances or if your interests are more behind the scenes, our technical theatre equipment forms a great learning tool. As you enjoy the expressive arts you will be supported by our dedicated technicians. Due to our excellent facilities, there is a varied programme of performances, workshops and external classes across the College as a whole, which you will be able to access.

We have excellent sports facilities that you can access during the day. There is a well-equipped sports hall for a range of sports, a fully- equipped fitness suite for strength, conditioning and aerobic activity, a strength gym, an aerobics studio, an indoor multi-use games area along with a purpose-built, five lane cricket hall.

146 Access Information Technology The buildings at Truro College are almost unique amongst colleges The College has a large number of computers capable of using an because the facilities are accessible to all students. All parts of the extensive range of software, available for students to use on a drop-in College may be accessed by people with limited mobility and within basis. Students are expected to improve their awareness of, and the College there are a number of lifts designated for their use. skills in, information technology (IT). There are many IT workshops with staff who can support you in your use of IT. The College has Refreshments campus-wide Wi-Fi, which enables students to access the internet Truro College has several eating areas around the campus including and complete College work using their own network enabled device. the newly updated and extended Kenwyn Courtyard. A wide variety of reasonably priced meals, sandwiches, drinks and snacks are all College Shop available on site. Details of opening times will be published in the Almost all of the materials needed for your course should be available student diary, available at the start of the academic year. The College through the shop. Prices are very competitive compared to retail operates a cashless catering system. outlets. Products available include photographic, electronic and computer consumables. It also has a wide range of art and stationery Learning Centres (Libraries & IT Suites) materials. All money for trips and visits is collected here. The College has many Learning Centres right across the campus. These are areas where traditional printed resources sit alongside our expanding electronic provision. The open-access computers in each IT suite offer a wide range of software and there are staff available to support your use of the facilities.

Necessary books are provided by the College and must be returned in good condition. Students are asked to pay a resources deposit which will be refunded if all text and library materials are returned. The Learning Centres hold relevant collections of books, journals, DVDs and CDs, and there is increasing electronic access to books, as well as online journals and databases via the College Intranet Virtual Learning Centre.

147 Support Services

GCSEs & Functional Skills Any student who is yet to achieve a Grade 4 in Maths and/or English (either Language or Literature) will be required to retake these qualifications. For those students who achieve a Grade 3, this will be GCSE. For those who achieve a Grade 2 or below this will be either GCSE or Functional Skills and will be determined by previous qualifications and an initial assessment. For students who have already achieved a Grade 4, there are opportunities available to improve to a higher grade. In many cases progression opportunities will be dependent on achievement of English and Maths.

Students can access this type of programme by speaking with their Programme Team Leader (PTL).

Learning Support Many students find they need support with their course at some point. Careers Guidance Our friendly tutors can work with you on a one-to-one, small group The College has received the Investor in Careers Award in and/or workshop basis on literacy, numeracy, revision skills, exam recognition of the comprehensive service that is provided. We have technique and essay writing. Whether you need regular support or a commitment to offer impartial, supportive, timely and informal just a one-off, we can tailor to your needs through individualised careers guidance to all students. Students have entitlement to careers targets and sessions scheduled to suit you. Simply visit our staff in education and guidance from tutors and course lecturers, PTLs and Mylor Learning Centre to discuss your options. the careers adviser. We conduct individual careers interviews with students and offer workshops to tutor groups. The Learning Centres are a learning resource provided for all students; these multi-purpose, open access environments enable Students have the opportunity to discuss their personal progression students to study at a pace and style appropriate to their needs. routes and receive support in making decisions appropriate to Each Learning Centre is equipped with computers and printers their needs. You will find a range of careers literature and software and staffed by friendly learning assistants and e-learners who available in the Student Services area and resources areas around can help you with general queries, finding/accessing appropriate the College. College careers staff are well-qualified, receive regular resources and IT support. These are interactive, comfortable working training and participate in many initiatives in this fast changing field. environments so feel free to pop in to discuss what’s available in more detail, we are here to help. Student Support Support given is wide ranging and any problems experienced by Tutor Support students during their course, either personal or academic, will be At Truro College you will get to know many members of staff and addressed as quickly as possible. other students easily. You will be assigned a tutor who will usually be one of the people who teach you. Your tutor will get to know you Mental Health, Welfare & Counselling Support well and will usually be the first person you go to if you need advice If there are any issues that a student feels they need advice and or help. You will also join a tutor group of students for which a senior support with, such as anxiety, relationships or drugs and alcohol member of staff will be responsible. they can see a member of the Student Services Team. They can also advise on benefits and help with housing matters. Additionally, Student Services students can also talk to a mental health nurse and safeguarding If you are in need of advice, guidance and support, the Student person within the team. Tutors will also support students with any of Services team is dedicated to helping you. We want you to these matters. successfully complete your course and our professional team of staff will work with you, to support you in progressing into your future Some students, whilst studying, may experience emotional and career or into Higher Education. personal issues that would benefit from sharing with a trained counsellor. Truro College offers a completely confidential counselling service that is free of charge to students.

148 Equality & Safeguarding

Equality of Opportunity Truro and Penwith College is committed to meeting its duties contained in the Equality Act 2010. We aim to create a culture of inclusiveness and to challenge discrimination, taking positive action in order to remove barriers to the educational and personal progression of individual learners. To achieve this aim the College will not tolerate unfair or unlawful discrimination.

The College’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy and commitment to the Investors in Diversity standard, demonstrates that the College will seek to remove any existing barriers to all staff, students, governors and visitors, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. matrix Truro and Penwith College endeavours to promote an inclusive Truro and Penwith College has received matrix accreditation. This working and learning environment, which supports the individuals is the national quality standard for any organisation that delivers within its community irrespective of their background. The College information, advice and guidance on learning and work. aims to promote equality of opportunity by providing full and equal access to all students who can benefit from its provision, and by Truro & Penwith College Bursary Fund encouraging and enabling all members of the College to build and This fund is to assist students with travel, essential equipment and contribute to a society that values cultural and social diversity. A focus trips. Applicants are means tested. Forms can be collected from the on learner voice and involvement in instigating change reflects this Student Services area. commitment.

Attendance Advice Learning Difficulties & Disabilities Advice is given by Personal Tutors on procedures to keep your The College welcomes applications from students with learning attendance record accurate and up-to-date. difficulties and disabilities. Students can access a wide range of externally accredited and College-certificated courses through International Students programmes that are developed to meet individual needs. Learning Truro College aims to enrich the student and community experience support and specialist equipment are provided as required. by increasing the number of overseas students studying here in Cornwall. There will be an induction day for international students Safeguarding Children, Young People & Vulnerable Adults at before the start of term. Student Services coordinates all the Truro and Penwith College international student support, which is provided by staff with specialist Truro and Penwith College is committed to safeguarding and knowledge and skills. promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. College Nursery Provision This means that we have a child protection and safeguarding policy The Nursery has OFSTED registration and government nursery and appropriate procedures in place. All staff, including volunteers funding is available for two, three to four year olds, meeting and governors, must ensure that they are aware of these procedures. specific criteria. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, between 8.00am and 6.00pm. The nursery is registered to care for children Sometimes we may need to share information and work in from six weeks until their eighth birthday. partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child’s, young person’s or vulnerable adult’s welfare. Truro College Day Nursery aims to deliver high-quality care and education, suitable to the individual needs of each child. All members We will ensure that our concerns about our children, young people of staff are qualified to at least Level 2 in Childcare and Education. and vulnerable adults are discussed with his/her parents/carers first Contact the Nursery on 01872 267060 for further information. (as appropriate); unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child’s, young person’s or vulnerable adult’s It is important that you seek advice from the Student Support Office welfare. regarding fees for childcare as some help may be available to you.

149 College Policies & Procedures

Student Life Truro College has very few rules, but both you as a student and all College staff work within the Charter to ensure everyone has the most positive and beneficial experience possible.

Before you become a student at Truro College we aim to provide you with information about the courses we offer and the practicalities of being a student here. We will let you know about transport, finance, equipment and progression. If you have any additional needs we will give you details of the individually tailored support you can expect at Truro College.

Once you apply, you can expect us to process your application fairly and efficiently and, normally within three weeks of receipt of your application form, provide you with a date and time for an interview. The interview is a good opportunity for both you and the College to ensure you are choosing a course that is right for you and that you The Truro & Penwith College Charter have all the information you need. After your interview a decision Just as we expect our students to aim at achieving a high standard, about a place at Truro College can usually be made. so students should have expectations that the College will deliver high quality learning programmes and services. The College Charter, When you start as a Truro College student we will give you a thorough available from receptions and online, sets out in more detail the induction. You will receive a lot of new information including details on standards we will achieve. learning resources, dates, security, health and safety, safeguarding, attendance, assignments and College rules, procedures and policies. Drugs, Alcohol & Smoking Policy You will also be given a student handbook and diary, which will give This College does not condone the use of drugs or alcohol. We you a record of all the information for you to refer back to. seek to educate students about drug and alcohol-related issues and provide help to those who ask for it. All Truro and Penwith College As a student at Truro College you will accept more responsibility for sites have a no smoking policy except within the designated smoking your work and your progress than during your time at school. Many areas. courses require you to work extensively on your own in College and at home. First-class study facilities are available in the College Data Protection Act and successful students use these effectively. We will help you to Any information that you provide during the application process is organise your work, but you will be responsible for ensuring that you protected under the 1984 Data Protection Act. meet deadlines. The College requires that you attend regularly and punctually and that you meet the demands of your course. We hope Fees that you will enjoy your time at Truro College and the staff at the If you are aged 16 to 18 years and a student under the age of 19 on College will work with you to help you achieve success. 31 August, you will not normally be charged fees for tuition. Overseas students or mature students will be liable for fees and details will be College Day available from the College. The College day for full-time students will usually last from 9.15am to 4.15pm. Students will have more private study time than is the case Examination Fees with pupils in school. Full-time students who do not pay tuition fees would not normally be asked to pay for examinations that are taken as part of the course, with the College’s approval. Students who pay tuition fees will need to pay their own examination fees.

Fees Waiver Students who are in receipt of an income related tested state benefit (or who are unwaged dependants of a benefit claimant) are not normally required to pay tuition fees. If you are concerned because you have to pay tuition fees then please contact Student Services on 01872 267130.

150 Frequently Asked Questions

My school has a sixth form, do I have to stay there? How do I apply for a course? Although you now have to stay in full-time education until the end of The applications process is covered fully in the ‘How to Apply’ section the academic year in which you turn 18, it’s your choice where you of this prospectus. You firstly complete an application. This can be want to study. done online at truro-penwith.ac.uk or an application form can be obtained from schools in Cornwall or by telephoning the College on Why should I choose Truro College? 01872 267000. There are many reasons why Truro College is a great place to study after you have finished school. See pages 6 to 19 of this prospectus When can I apply and when will my interview take place? for information. You can send in your application from January onwards. Interviews take place at different times for everyone; this is because each Can I have a look around the College? application is looked at and assessed individually. Don’t panic if your Of course, Truro College run a number of Open Events throughout friend has an interview date sent to them before you do - you haven’t the year. You can meet the staff, see the fantastic new facilities and been forgotten! find out about your life as a student. See page 157 for full dates and times. What questions will I be asked at my interview? Your interview is not a pass/fail test. It is a consultation where you I can’t decide what type of course to take; what might help me discuss your plans for your future both in and beyond education. choose? Your course choices are looked at relative to your own aspirations, The ‘Options Explained’ section in this prospectus gives details to ensure that the two things match up reasonably well. Parents or about the types of courses we offer and what they entail. There is a carers can attend their child’s interview if they wish. At the interview, huge choice at Truro College, from A Levels and the IB to vocational once a suitable course has been agreed, you will be given an offer courses and Apprenticeships, so there is bound to be something to card. You need to fill this out and return it to us as soon as possible. suit you here. Visiting the College at one of our Open Events is highly recommended to help you make this decision. What if I don’t get the GCSE grades I was expecting? Firstly, don’t panic! There’s a course for everyone available at the Can I go to university if I don’t take A Levels? College - not attaining your expected GCSE grades does not mean The International Baccalaureate (IB) is recognised by universities your offer to study here has been withdrawn. You will be asked to as an increasingly popular, challenging alternative to A Levels. attend an advice session, to discuss whether pursuing your selected Many good Higher Education institutions respect the IB for its high course is the right choice for you, or if another course might suit you standards and broad yet detailed approach. Vocational courses better in light of your recent results. also provide a proven route to university providing the subjects are compatible. College Open Events are a great opportunity for you to How will I get to College? find out whether the course you want to follow is suitable for applying Subsidised travel is available to full-time students under the age of 19 to university, as is your interview. who live further than three miles from the College. A College transport system is also available for those who do not qualify for this; a bus Do courses have entry requirements? pass can also be arranged for First routes. Buses on a direct pickup Yes, most courses do, though we do offer courses for those with no route should run to the College daily. prior qualifications and we always treat everyone as an individual. Please refer to the ‘Options Explained’ section for details of what What is Study Plus? grades you need to start your chosen course. Study Plus is an opportunity to further your current interests, or develop new ones. Courses on offer can assist you in gaining further Can I just enrol in an academy? qualifications such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award, or they can No. Academies are offered only in conjunction with a full-time simply be a way for you to enjoy your hobbies. Further information programme of study. They are intended as a supplement for, and not can be found in ‘The low down’ section. an alternative to, the qualifications the College runs.

151 Your Journey to College Truro and Penwith College is working in partnership with Cornwall Council and Sustrans (the UK’s sustainable transport charity - www.sustrans.org.uk) to promote active, sustainable travel to College and reduce congestion.

Choosing to travel on foot or by bicycle reduces air pollution and traffic congestion, whilst saving you money and keeping you fit. Using public transport also helps reduce your carbon footprint, so check out your travel options below and play your part in making Truro a better place to study.

Recent improvements to the A390 have made walking and cycling Cycling to College to College even easier. Wider pavements and better crossing points Cycling is a great option for travelling to College, especially if you mean there is extra space for all, with segregated routes into the live within five miles, where journeys by bike can take less than 25 city centre. minutes. There are so many benefits to travelling by bike - it’s good for our health, the environment and saves you money. There is ample Walking to College covered cycle storage around the campus and showers/changing Walking is a simple way to fit physical activity into your day, it’s cheap facilities and a bike work station are available (shown on the cycle and helps keep you fit. Why not transform your trip to the gym into facilities map available at the transport desk and on the College your commute to College? website). Truro City Centre is only a 20 minute cycle ride away, mainly on quieter roads or traffic-free routes including the Coosebean The Coosebean Greenway in Truro offers a pleasant and direct Greenway, which forms part of the route between the City and the walking route to the College from Truro City Centre; it links with College. shared use paths at Treliske Hospital which connect to College and takes approximately 30 minutes to walk. Cycling and Walking Routes These and other routes are marked on the Truro active travel map. To download the map visit www.cornwall.gov.uk/activetravel. Details of the cycle network that connects many of the major towns in the county and forms The Cornish Way are available to download at www.cornwall.gov.uk/cornishway

152 Images courtesy of J Blewley/Sustrans Buses Trains Truro campus is well served by public service buses; these can be Frequent mainline trains serve Truro station and regular buses caught at the stops adjacent to the College on Tresawls Road (A390). connect to the College. Alternatively, the nearby Coosebean Visit the SouthWest Traveline website to check which public transport Greenway provides a 25 minute walking link to the College from the options are available: www.travelinesw.com or call 0871 200 22 33. station via the iron pedestrian bridge on Station Hill. Why not opt for a multi-modal option? Bicycles can be transported by train - booking In addition to these, there are numerous College service buses that bikes onto high speed trains is mandatory and on other trains, at travel directly into College at the start and the end of the day, which peak times, space may be limited and carriage of bikes is then at the serve much of the county. operator’s discretion.

Truro and Penwith College Bus Passes Driving to College Students whose household income is less than £31,000 per year Truro and Penwith College promotes the use of sustainable travel may receive a reduced-rate Truro and Penwith College bus pass, as the first option to get to your place of study. However, we or Cornwall Council assisted transport costs on application. Please recognise the fact that sometimes car travel is unavoidable. contact the College for up-to-date details. For continuing students Carshare Cornwall provides a free service for passengers and it will be dependent on a minimum of 90% attendance during the drivers to link up and share car journeys. Click on the cost calculator previous term, as recorded on the College’s MIS database. on www.carsharecornwall.com to work out how much you could save.

A College transport service is available to students who do not qualify Students that wish to drive to College need to apply for a parking for subsidised travel. The College can arrange a bus pass on First permit. These are issued on a case-by-case basis; forms are service routes. In addition, the College also provides transport links available on the College intranet. There is a cost attached to parking with Looe. Further details are available from the College and the permits and parking spaces are limited on site. College website. If you want to study at the College and if we agree that we have an appropriate course, we will do our best to help you come here.

For full details of the buses that serve the campus, contact the College transport desk on 01872 267003 or visit www.cornwallpublictransport.info

Research shows that regular adult cyclists have fitness levels of someone 10 years younger

Source: Sustrans (2007) the health benefits of walking and cycling to school.

153 Lifelong Learning We are committed to lifelong learning.

You can progress on to one of our many Higher Education degrees, foundation degrees, HNDs, education qualifications or the Foundation Art & Design course. If you are returning to education, the Access to Higher Education courses provide an ideal progression route. Truro and Penwith College also offers a range of Part-time Courses, Business Services and Higher Education opportunities accessible to all ages.

Foundation Art & Design Access to Higher Education

Are you keen to develop your creative skills, explore a wide range of A great course to get you back into studying. specialist areas, learn new techniques and challenge your imagination to discover where your creative talents lie? This Foundation Diploma Truro College course provides a year of practical study, enabling you to make • Access to Higher Education: Humanities, Teaching and Law informed decisions about your future prospects as an artist or • Access to Higher Education: Nursing/Human Sciences designer, as well as possible applications to degree courses. • Access to Higher Education: Psychology, Counselling & Social Work • Access to Higher Education: Science The course is broad-based, starting with a series of assignments that • Access to Higher Education: Teaching embrace a wide range of approaches, materials and techniques. As the year progresses you will specialise in the area of your choice. Penwith College The emphasis throughout will be on research experimentation and • Access to Higher Education: Creative Arts creative exploration. Through a Contextual Studies Programme you • Access to Higher Education: Creative Media & Games will study the work of other artists and designers relevant to your own • Access to Higher Education: Humanities studio practice, which will be supported by an (optional) study trip • Access to Higher Education: Health and Social Care abroad to visit museums and contemporary galleries. Life drawing is taught on a weekly basis in order to help develop your observational All students will study the core subjects in addition to their chosen skills. pathway: preparation for Higher Education (study skills, oral communication, evaluation) and information technology. You will be fully supported through the degree application process with preparation for specialist presentations and the development of Access to Higher Education courses are designed to give students portfolios of work. the necessary grounding to succeed in Higher Education. The majority of British universities will accept Access to Higher Education Entry Requirements courses as an alternative to A Levels and other more traditional routes. Students will normally be 18 years when starting this course, having Students are usually aged 19 or over at the beginning of the course achieved A Level qualifications or an Extended Diploma within art- and all applicants will be expected to attend an interview. The majority based subjects. Mature students with or without formal qualifications of students who have followed Access programmes at Truro and are welcomed. All applicants are interviewed with a supporting Penwith College have been successful in gaining places at colleges portfolio of creative work. and universities of their choice. Courses normally start mid-September and end in mid-June. Taught hours will be approximately 15 hours per This course is also offered as part-time over a two year period. week depending on the pathway chosen. Courses usually run over For an application form please contact Truro College on 01872 three days and offer parent-friendly hours (ie 9.30am to 3.15pm). 267000. For a leaflet please contact Truro College on 01872 267000 or Penwith College on 01736 335000.

154 Higher Education Truro & Penwith College Local university courses with both full-time and part-time routes are Business available at Truro and Penwith College. The Truro and Penwith College Business team works with businesses Do you want to gain a full degree, a foundation degree or an HNC/D? across Cornwall to deliver high-quality learning solutions for their If so, the College offers a wide range of university courses delivered staff. The team is based across all Truro and Penwith College sites in a friendly environment with excellent teachers and modern facilities. including Penwith, Truro, Newquay and its four-storey Training Centre You will be taught in small groups and receive significant personal in Truro City Centre, Haven House. The business training is delivered support from our team of tutors and support staff. by a range of expert delivery staff in departments across the College.

Top-up degrees: BA (Hons) Applied Media, BA (Hons) Education We aim to improve business and individual performance through & Training, BA (Hons) Human Behavioural Studies, BA (Hons) working in partnership with businesses to: Silversmithing & Jewellery, BSc (Hons) Applied Computing Technologies, BSc (Hons) Applied Social Science, BSc (Hons) • Bring talent into businesses through traineeships, Apprenticeships Applied Sport & Health Science, BSc (Hons) Archaeology and individual training programmes • Provide professional qualifications and courses for individuals to Foundation degrees & HND/C: Subject areas include: Art & Design, progress their careers Business & Law, Education, Community & Counselling, Health, • Design bespoke training delivered where and when a business Humanities, Initial Teacher Training, IT & Computing, Media & needs it Photography, Science, Sport & Public Services, ITT courses and university short courses. Support for the business could include management training, business skills seminars, professional qualifications, tailored For more information about the exciting range of Higher Education training, Apprenticeships, coaching and mentoring and development opportunities and a copy of the latest prospectus, just call us on programmes incorporating groups of staff. The College has a huge 01872 267122 or email [email protected] variety of courses to support businesses ranging from engineering to hospitality, child care to construction, health and social care to IT You can also ring 01872 267122 to book a place at the HE Open Day and carpentry to leadership development. The team are here to help on Saturday 04 November 2017, 10.00am until 3.00pm. provide advice and support to individuals and businesses in order to upskill and progress in future careers.

If you are a young person and would like to find out more about Apprenticeships, our team of experienced advisers are available to discuss them with you. They can also show you how to access the Part-time Courses Apprenticeship Vacancy Matching Service to help you to find the right job. You can download our free guide on how to get an Apprenticeship Get more from your favourite hobby or discover a new one with from our website. If you are a parent or an employer, we can explain our extensive range of recreational courses. From exploring your how Apprenticeships work and the benefits that businesses and creative side with a variety of arts and crafts courses, including life Apprentices achieve through the programme. drawing, watercolour painting, dressmaking and flower arranging to discovering the world’s cuisine through a selection of cookery For further information and advice please contact: programmes, with dance, fitness and music classes in between, there Truro and Penwith College Business is bound to be something for you. telephone: 01872 242711 email: [email protected] Looking to boost your skills or change career? We offer plenty of web: www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/business qualification courses to enhance your employability. With courses in administration, accounting and personnel to law and teaching, as well as hair and beauty programmes, there are lots of opportunities available to improve your prospects, whether you are just starting out or aiming higher up the career ladder.

If you would like to find out further information or enrol, please contact our friendly Part-time Courses team on 01872 265800 / 01736 335149 or email [email protected].

155 Your next

Have a think and do your research steps: What subjects are your favourites, which do you enjoy the most? What is your dream career and what subjects or courses How to Apply will help you get there?

Fill out an application form You can pick up an application form from the College or download Come along to an Open Event one from our website. If you need any help completing your Our Open Events are a great way to meet and speak to our application just get in touch with our helpful team. You can also teaching staff, current students and to take part in a range of complete a 16+ Option Form at your current school. activities. See the opposite page for dates and times.

Attend a short interview Once you’ve applied we’ll invite you in for a short interview to Get your GCSE results talk through your course choices and options. When everyone’s Whatever your results we know you’ll have done your very best. happy you will get your course offer and entry requirements. We will send you a letter explaining how to tell us your results.

That’s it All that’s left is to come along to your induction at the College in Get in touch September. We look forward to Call us to confirm your place or if you’re not sure of your next move we can help. Talk to our friendly advisers who are here to seeing you then. help you work out the best path to that dream career.

156 We are open Visit us

Discover why we are Outstanding at one of our many Open Events. Meet the staff, tour the campus and explore your options.

Sat 04 Nov 2017 Open Day 10am - 3pm Thu 07 Dec 2017 Open Evening 5pm - 8pm Thu 11 Jan 2018 Open Evening 5pm - 8pm Thu 18 Jan 2018 IB Diploma Info Evening at 7.30pm Sat 03 Mar 2018 Open Morning 10am - 1pm Thu 03 May 2018 Open Evening 5pm - 8pm

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Learning Centres (Libraries & IT Suites) 147 Learning Difficulties & Disabilities 149 Index Learning Support 148 Lifelong Learning 154 A M Academies 134 & 145 Access 147 matrix 149 Access to Higher Education 154 Mental Health, Welfare & Counselling Support 148 Attendance Advice 149 O C Options Explained 16 Campus Life 145 Outstanding Academies 13 Careers Guidance 148 Outstanding Education 06 Callywith College Day 150 Outstanding Experiences 10 College Nursery Provision 149 Outstanding Opportunities 14 College Policies & Procedures 150 Outstanding Results 08 College Shop 147 College Contents 03 P New Choice Course Listing 04 New Courses Courses & Training Programmes 20 Part-time Courses 155 New College Creative Arts 145 R D Refreshments 147 Further Education Data Protection Act 150 Drugs, Alcohol & Smoking Policy 150 S Prospectus

E Safeguarding Children, Young People & Vulnerable Adults 149 Student Ambassadors 145 Equality of Opportunity 149 Student Association 145 Equality & Safeguarding 149 Student Life & Opportunities 144 & 150 Examination Fees 150 Student Services 148 Student Support 148 F Study Plus 144 Support Services 148 Fees 150 Fees Waiver 150 T Foundation Art & Design 154 Frequently Asked Questions 151 The College Campus & Resources 146 Fundraising 145 The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award 144 The Low-down 144 G The Truro & Penwith College Charter 150 Travel Opportunities 145 GCSEs & Functional Skills 148 Truro & Penwith College Bursary Fund 149 In association with Truro & Penwith College Business 155 Truro & Penwith College H Tutor Support 148

Health, Wellbeing & Sport (HWS) 144 W Higher Education 155 How to Apply 156 We are open. Visit us 157 Welcome 02 I Y Information Technology 147 International Students 149 Young College 145 Your Journey to College 152 158 Callywith

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Now open In association with in BodminTruro & Penwith College New prospectus out now Call 01208 224000 or email [email protected] for your copy How to get to Truro College Truro College, College Road, Truro, Cornwall TR1 3XX

A390 Truro A30 from Bodmin Royal Cornwall from Train & Newquay Airport Hospital Plymouth Station A390 to Truro Truro City Centre A30 from Penzance A39 from Falmouth Threemilestone Truro College & Tregye Campus

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Truro College holds many Open Events throughout the year where you can see the fantastic facilities Call us on and find out about your life as a student at one of the best colleges in the country. 01872 267000 Discover why we are Outstanding: Follow us on Instagram @truro_penwith Sat 04 Nov 2017 Open Day 10am - 3pm Find us on Facebook 2017 5pm - 8pm truro.penwith.college Thu 07 Dec Open Evening Thu 11 Jan 2018 Open Evening 5pm - 8pm Follow us on Twitter @Truro_Penwith Thu 18 Jan 2018 IB Diploma Info Evening at 7.30pm

Visit us online Sat 03 Mar 2018 Open Morning 10am - 1pm truro-penwith.ac.uk Thu 03 May 2018 Open Evening 5pm - 8pm Email us on [email protected] Correct at time of print. Prospective students should check with the College for up-to-date information. This document is a guide for the information of students and parents. It is not intended to create any contractual relationship. Courses and other details may be modified if necessary. Programmes of study leading to a qualification are subject to the approval and regulations of awarding bodies. Many thanks to all our students, past and present, who appear in this prospectus.

If you require this document in any other format please contact Truro & Penwith College on 01872 267000