Callywith College Further Education Prospectus 2019 Welcome New college New courses New choice Mark Wardle David Walrond Callywith College Principal Truro and Penwith College Truro & Penwith College Principal Director of Curriculum Chair of Callywith College Callywith College opened in environment, which will both I am delighted to be able to designate Truro and Penwith September 2017 when we nurture and challenge you. Our introduce Callywith College and College as ‘Outstanding’. welcomed our first cohort of aim is to work with you to secure the many new opportunities it Callywith College has been students. Our students have the achievements that support provides for learners in North built on these same outstanding achieved excellent results while your ambitions and aspirations. and East Cornwall. Since the foundations to ensure you also participating in everything College opened in September have the best possible post-16 the College has to offer including The College’s experienced 2017, we have received experience. a broad range of trips, visits, and staff team and state-of-the-art excellent feedback from students enrichment activities. post-16 facilities and resources and the wider community about Our students have achieved will enhance your learning the quality of experience and the record-breaking results across Callywith College was developed experience and prepare you facilities and resources on offer. the board, and our staff have in association with the Ofsted for your next steps as you excelled in the delivery of the ‘Outstanding’ Truro and Penwith develop the skills needed to Truro and Penwith College is highest standard of education College and provides a state- take responsibility for your own one of the very best providers of and support. By joining Callywith of-the-art learning environment. learning so that you can achieve post-16 education in the country. College you can expect the As a specialist post-16 college, your potential. We look forward The continued hard work of same experience. we are able to offer an extensive to welcoming you to the campus staff and students led Ofsted to selection of course choices during the next year so that you As you explore our prospectus and a diverse range of wider can meet the team and see the you will see the level of opportunities including our facilities for yourselves. commitment and experience we academies programme. bring to all aspects of College I look forward to meeting you at life. I hope you will decide to Callywith College shares the one of our upcoming events as become a part of this exciting same values and goals of you make the decision to join new College. Truro and Penwith College, Callywith College and take the providing you with the best next exciting step in your future. possible learning experience and supporting you every step of the way in your progression onto higher education or employment. You will receive the highest quality teaching and learning in a supportive and caring 02 A Levels 20 Art & Design: Fine Art 21 Contents Art & Design: Illustration/Graphics 21 Biology 21 Business Studies 22 Chemistry 22 Choose Us 4 Computer Science 22 Results 6 Drama & Theatre Studies 23 Campus & Facilities 8 Economics 23 Student Life 10 English Language 24 Meet the Team 12 English Language & Literature 24 Academies 15 English Literature 27 Environmental Science 27 Options Explained 16 French 27 Geography 27 Your Courses 18 Geology 28 A Level 20 German 28 Level 2 Progression 36 History 28 Level 3 Extended Diploma 40 Law 28 Mathematics 30 Academies 48 Further Mathematics 30 Media Studies 30 The Low-down 52 Philosophy of Religion & Ethics 31 Frequently Asked Questions 58 Photography 31 Your Journey to College 60 Physical Education 33 Lifelong Learning 62 Physics 33 Psychology 34 How to Apply 64 Sociology 34 We are Open. Visit us 65 Spanish 34 Index 66 Textiles 34 Level 2 Progression 36 Art & Design 37 Business 37 Health & Social Care 38 Information & Creative Technology 38 Sport 38 Level 3 Extended Diploma 40 Applied Science 41 Art & Design 41 Art & Design: Photography 41 Business 42 Children’s Play, Learning & Development 42 Creative Media Production & Technology 42 Games, Animation & VFX Skills 45 Unsure which option or Health & Social Care (Health Studies) 45 course is right for you? Health & Social Care (Social Care) 45 Check out page 16 for IT & Computing 46 more details. Sport 46 Travel & Tourism 46 03 Choose Us Your education and your future couldn’t be in better hands when you choose to join Callywith College. We know that making decisions about your education can sometimes feel like a daunting prospect. The impact of making the right choice can be dramatic, not only on your results, your progress and your experiences, but importantly, on the life you want to live. Sharing the values and vision of Ofsted Outstanding Truro and Penwith College, Callywith College will motivate, develop and nurture you whatever course or option you decide upon. All this in an environment where inspiration and quality permeates everything, from the foundations of the purpose-built, state-of-the-art buildings to the highly-skilled and dedicated tutors and staff. By choosing to study at Callywith College, we believe you are making the very best choice you can. 04 State-of-the-art buildings, facilities and resources. Study in the best possible surroundings designed just for you. Students can make excellent progress during their time at the College. There is a shared culture of striving for excellence and continuous improvement across the whole organisation. Transport links between the College and North and East Cornwall. A range of academies covering sport, medics andacademics to support students who are gifted and talented, and to promote excellence and academic success. Extensive student support services include career and progression guidance, learning support and health, welfare and counselling services each with dedicated, friendly tutors and staff. A choice of A Levels, Level 2 Progression and Level 3 Extended Diplomas all taught by highly qualified, specialist teachers. 05 Results The Truro and Penwith College Formula. Your education and future couldn’t be in better hands when you choose to join Callywith College. Callywith College was developed in association with Truro and Penwith College, officially recognised as one of the best colleges in the country and awarded Ofsted Outstanding status as a result of its inspection in 2016. Callywith College has been built on these outstanding foundations and is delighted with the success of its students after their first year of study on both AS and Vocational programmes. Our students have excelled and have benefitted from the high quality post-16 specialist teaching staff and state-of-the-art facilities at the newest College campus in the country. So whether you know what you want to do, or are still exploring your options, we’ll ensure your college experience and your results are among the very best. 06 High numbers successful AS Level and in ‘facilitating’ AS Level Vocational courses subjects: English: 60 students well above the Geography: 52 students 35 national average Psychology: 52 students 54 students Vocational achieved Distinction or Distinction Star on three success A Level equivalent Cornwall’s third largest provider of Level 3 vocational courses with over 130 students successfully vocational courses. completing their first year and significantly outperforming local and national averages. Over 150 Science, Technology, students were Engineering & successful in STEM { Mathematics Biology Chemistry Physics Mathematics IT & Computing 41 students 31 students 20 students 35 students 30 students 07 Campus & Facilities At Callywith College your studies will take place in an inspiring location, with modern, state-of-the-art, purpose-built buildings and facilities designed specifically for you to enhance your studies. The quality of teaching and state-of-the-art equipment including our 75” touch screens in every teaching room and industry-standard science laboratories, will inspire you to make continued progress throughout your studies. 08 You will choose your favourite places to hangout as you become Should you need it, you will find help around the College, both familiar with the campus and the fantastic facilities. Whether relaxing practically and in the form of guidance from our dedicated and in the common areas under the sun, grabbing a bite to eat before approachable staff. Student Services is on-hand to help with all kinds heading to the Learning Centre, working out in the gym, or throwing of advice from university and careers to health and wellbeing, while on your trainers and playing rugby or football on the state-of-the-art our Learning Services support can help with additional study or IT 3G pitch certified by the RFU (Rugby Football Union) and the FA needs. (Football Association), life around lectures is rich, varied and a lot of fun. Find out more about the College campus and resources available on page 54. Our theatre and studio spaces can be used for drama performances or, if your interests are more behind the scenes, our technical theatre equipment forms a great learning tool. There is also a well-equipped sports hall for a range of sports including netball and badminton. Through our Learning Centres and IT suites you will have access to a comprehensive range of contemporary books, journals, audio-visual and online materials that will provide inspiration for studying and improve your results. 09 Student Life As a student at Callywith College you will be a key part of a diverse and thriving student community. You will meet like-minded students, all keen to experience the very best. When you first arrive, no matter your interests, talent or ambitions, you will become part of a College community that is focused on the future.