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College Choose the freedom to learn, backed up by the support need to reach your potential. 2 Contents Performing Arts 100 Introduction Plumbing 104 The right mix 4 Professional Cookery 108 Your path to success 5 Public Services 112 GAP 6 Science 116 GEM 8 Sport 120 Hemel Hempstead campus 10 Travel 128 College life 14 Why choose college? 16 Open days 18 Apprenticeships 134 Courses Additional Information Enrichment 144 Art, Design & Photography 24 Learning resource centres 146 Building Services 32 Higher education 148 Business 38 Part-time studies 150 Computing 44 Helping you achieve 152 Early Years & Education 50 How to find us 154 Electrical Installation 56 Right time, right place 156 Engineering 60 Introduce yourself 158 Foundation Studies 64 Application form 162 Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy 68 Health & Social Care 76 Hospitality 82 Media 86 Motor Vehicle Maintenance 92 Music 96 2 3 Introduction The right mix Your path to success Not everyone will take Where to start Tick off the three key the same route to achieve For many of our courses the level you their goals, but the key study will be determined by the grades ingredients for success. you achieve before starting college. ingredients for success remain However, some of our more practical consistent. You’re lucky courses require all students to start at to be studying in a region Level 1 to build up their technical skills. 1. Qualifications where young people with the right skills and experience Earn while you learn are in high demand. Apprenticeships are now available in a 2. Work experience broader range of industries than ever before – so you’ll find apprenticeship Find the right qualification options listed throughout this guide. 3. English and maths and you’ll have your They require suitable employment pick of employers, before you start, but are a great universities and careers. way to take your studies to the next level and further your career. Turn to page 134 to find out more. 4 5 Introduction GAP Work experience, that works for you. We’ve teamed up with local employers to bring you GAP, a fresh approach to work experience aimed at getting you the skills, confidence and contacts required to land that great first job. GAP is designed to target the skills you need and benefit your employer too. You can expect to be deeply involved in projects, tasks, events and more. There will also be the opportunity to take part in masterclasses and sessions led by successful local business people as well as the chance to develop your transferable skills. Make GAP your next step and your CV will stand out from the crowd. Meet the teaM Drop into our open events to speak to one of our GAP team Find out More 6 Introduction GEM Add good English and maths skills to your CV and you’ll have a future full of promise whatever your plans. The best employers will want to give you a job and a place at university will be yours for the taking. That’s why we’re determined to change the way we’re all using English and maths. We call it GEM GEM is unique to West Herts College and we hope it can be a fresh approach for you too. We have dedicated GEM rooms and our team of tutors specialise in bringing English and maths to life. Young people are required to continue developing their English and maths skills. You’ll have your own personal GEM programme and the chance to improve your grades. It’s a fresh start, one we’re always very excited about. Any questions? Want to find out more about continuing your English and maths studies? Call us on 01923 812345 and we’ll be happy to help. 9 Introduction Hemel Hempstead campus Our new Hemel Hempstead campus is open and ready for you to enjoy. The new town centre campus is the ideal place for you to learn, relax and achieve. We’ve got a full suite of courses designed with the modern, regional economy in mind. Focus your studies on a subject you love and benefit from the latest facilities, study spaces and equipment. Choose from • Business • Computer Science • Travel and Tourism • Education and Early Years • Healthcare Science • Software and Games Development • Building and Maintenance Operations • Forensic Science • Construction Skills • Applied Science • Creative Digital Media • Carpentry • Health and Social Care 10 Hemel Hempstead Campus • 18 subjects across multiple levels • Specialist facilities • Science lab • Hi-spec computer rooms • Construction workshops • Learning Resource Centre 13 12 Introduction College Life Learn Build the skills you need on a course that will get you thinking about your future. Relax Make the most of your downtime, meet new friends and find your favourite spot to catch up. Share Our campuses are bursting with great kit and equipment. It’s ideal for collaboration, so make the most of it and get hands on. FEELING GOOD HEMEL HEMPSTEAD KINGS LangLEY WATFORD 14 15 Introduction Why choose 9/10 college? parents would recommend the College to a friend We are always happy to tell you more about our expert tutors and outstanding facilities, but we thought we’d let the numbers speak for themselves. 94% 99% of students agree they of students say their receive the support needed lessons are taught well to help them progress 9/10 % students are happy 94 with the support they of parents are happy with the overall receive at college WHC experience 16 17 Additional Information Open Days Open Days Dates for the diary Hemel Hempstead 4 November 2017 Advice and guidance 24 February 2018 Come on in, we’d love We pride ourselves on our impartial 16 June 2018 to show you around. advice, helping you find the best route to get you where you want to go. Kings Langley 4 November 2017 24 February 2018 20 June 2018 Find your passion Focus on a subject you enjoy and Watford succeed doing something you love. 11 November 2017 3 March 2018 Get the answers Support network 16 June 2018 Whatever your query about College, We have dedicated teams of we’ll have the right person on hand professionals on hand supporting you to to provide you with the answer. achieve. Find out more about additional learning support, help with costs and the work of our student support team. Get involved We have a full programme of clubs and activities for you to enjoy, with new things being added all the time. Meet the tutors Our teaching staff is made up of experts and industry professionals, Every day is an open day ready to share their knowledge with Our website and social media channels you on your route to success. are the best way to get an insight in to College life on a day-to-day basis. Speak to our students You can ask us questions online too! Our students are always on hand to help at our open days – stop for a chat and get their take on College life. Take a tour All of our campuses have specialist facilities - drop in and explore. 18 19 20 21 Our Courses Key: LEVEL ??????. E1 = Entry Level 1 = Level 1 2 = Level 2 3 = Level 3 A = Apprenticeship CAMPUS W = Watford campus K = Kings Langley campus H = Hemel Hempstead campus Course intros Once you apply you’ll need to attend a course introduction meeting, find out more about these on page 158 23 22 Diploma in Art, Diploma in Art, Extended Diploma in Design and Media Design and Media Art and Design Art, 1 W 2 W 3 W Code: 8908Q Code: 85001 Code: 8508 Design & Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year Duration: 2 years Photography This introduction to art, design and Stretch your current skills, build solid It’s time to turn your sketchbook media is an opportunity to explore your artistic foundations and begin to into a professional portfolio. Expert creativity and raw artistic talent. You’ll identify specific talents and aspirations. tutors will guide you through a full explore different tools and techniques, Prepare for your career – learn to be spectrum of creative disciplines to and find your preferred career path. creative while working within a brief. help you find your artistic niche. What will I need? What will I need? What will I need? A passion to develop your creative 3 GCSEs (A*-D/9-3), or completion 4 GCSEs (A*-C/9-4), including English side and examples of previous work. of the Level 1 programme or maths, or completion of the Level 2 programme and a portfolio of work. and a portfolio of work. A What will I study? rt You’ll work on developing What will I study? What will I study? , D your skills, including: The focus is on responding to In the first year you will experiment with ESIGN • Drawing and painting project briefs across varying a range of materials and techniques, specialisms, including: before choosing from a range of • Ceramics • Graphic design specialisms in year two, including: • Printmaking & P hotography • 3D design • 3D design • Graphic design • Ceramics • Textiles hotography & P • 3D design • Visual arts • Textiles and printmaking • Textiles • Fashion • Graphic design and illustration • Photography and digital arts ESIGN What can I do next? • Photography You can progress to the Level 2 in Art • Fine art , D • Digital arts and Design or Media. Alternatively rt you might want to seek employment What can I do next? A What can I do next? in the art or design sector.