Barnsley College. Full-time and Apprenticeship Guide Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

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1 Barnsley College Full-time and Apprenticeship Guide Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

2 Welcome to Barnsley College Open Evenings 15 October November January 2015 These pathways offer a more practical handson approach to learning, with a focus on course work rather than exams. Available at different levels from Entry Level to Level 5, they are nationally recognised qualifications, designed to prepare you for a job, help you progress your career or get a place at university. Just get in touch if you would like further details: Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk 2 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit: 2

3 Contents Page Principal s welcome 4 College life 5 Money matters 6 Free bus services 7 Choosing the right course 8 The right level for you 9 A Levels 10 Apprenticeships 11 Barnsley Sports Academy 12 Support 13 Excellence Awards 14 Higher Education at University Campus Barnsley 16 Courses 17 Application form 130 Year 11 application process 131 Start your career in: Page Animal Care 18 Art and Design, Fashion 24 Business 30 Business Administration 36 Catering and Hospitality 40 Childcare 48 Computing 52 Construction 58 Engineering 68 Essential Skills 80 Foundation Learning (Positive Moves) 82 Hair and Beauty 84 Health and Social Care 94 Horticulture 98 Learning for Living and Work 102 Media 104 Music 108 Performing Arts 112 Public Services 116 Sport 120 Travel and Tourism Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

4 Principal s welcome Thank you for taking the time to read our latest prospectus. in a competitive job market, choosing the right college and programme of study to start your career journey can be very difficult decisions. There is a huge array of choices for young people today and it is more important than ever to make informed decisions about your future at an early stage. Your career may seem a long way off but decisions made now can influence and affect your options later on. Not everyone starts at the same place or aims for the same destination, but I hope you will be reassured that whatever your existing achievements, we have a pathway to help you to achieve your ambitions. A great deal of planning has gone into the College you see today. We continue to invest in our buildings and facilities to ensure that our students are learning in a suitable environment to allow them to make the best of their time at College. We want you to reach your potential and fulfil your ambitions, so we will challenge you academically, whilst at the same time, encourage you to make the most of your experience at College. We offer a wide range of enrichment and enterprise activities to inspire and motivate you as well as offering support and encouragement along the way. I hope this guide will help you towards making choices for your future career. If there are still questions, we offer comprehensive Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to ensure that you and your family are fully informed. I encourage you to visit one of our Open Evenings to see for yourself that we are a friendly and welcoming College with the widest selection of courses in the area. We are proud of our outstanding status, but we will continue to improve and grow as a College, to be the very best we can. I hope you will join us on our journey. Colin Booth Principal 4 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

5 College life Learner voice Do you want to represent your fellow classmates? You can become a Course Representative and attend departmental learner forums. This is your chance to make changes to your course and College. The Students Union The Students Union is located in the atrium on the lower ground floor at the Old Mill Lane campus. Come in and find out how you can get involved in College life. The Union run lots of activities, as well as a volunteering scheme. Equality and Diversity We celebrate the diversity of people who learn and work in the College. We are opposed to any harassment or discrimination arising from: race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, disability, religion, faith or class. We will challenge any inappropriate behaviour or attitudes. Enrichment Our enrichment activities give you the opportunity to have some fun whilst developing your personal and social skills. Activities include workshops, sport and sign language. Enterprise We encourage and support you to develop your enterprise skills and talents outside your course. We offer opportunities for you to improve your communication, team work, problem solving and creativity skills and provide support to set up a business through: Entrepreneurial Master Classes with guests from industry sharing their experiences Enterprise and Employability Workshops Setting up your own business or social enterprise through itrust Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

6 Money matters guaranteed bursary If you are aged and currently living on your own, or in care or are leaving care, you could be eligible for a bursary of up to 1,200 per year. Childcare Financial help towards the cost of childcare may be available in certain circumstances. Tuition fees You will not have to pay tuition or exam fees if** You are aged on 31 August 2015 and studying a funded course You receive certain benefits and are actively seeking employment You are years old and looking to study your first full Level 2 or Level 3 qualification **terms and conditions apply All tuition fee information is correct at the time of publication. Did you know? You don t have to carry cash on you. You can load money onto your student card and pay for food, drink and other items available at the College through our SWIPEit cashless system. You could be entitled to financial support If your household income is less than 35,000**, you could be eligible for financial support from the Learning Support Fund to help with: Travel Printing costs Food If you are aged 16-18, in full-time education and living in South Yorkshire you will be entitled to a student bus pass. Laptop loans Essential equipment You can pick up an application form from Student Services Trips If you are a young parent aged under 20 you can apply to Care to Learn for help with your childcare costs. Any queries? Student Services Old Mill Lane Room AG03 Tel: / studentsupport@barnsley.ac.uk 6

7 Earn to Learn Fantastic work experience opportunities are available within College. You can earn a range of rewards, including: travel, food, trips, equipment, high street vouchers - even a haircut. Being an Earn to Learn volunteer is great for people who have some spare time and who might not be eligible for student funding. I would recommend the scheme to any student coming to College this year as it can benefit you in more ways than you think! Martin Braidley Former Earn to Learn volunteer FrEE BUS SErViCES We realise that getting to and from College may not be very easy for everyone which is why we have funded the following return bus routes for our students: Shelley > Barnsley College (Old Mill Lane campus) Stocksbridge via Penistone > Barnsley College (Old Mill Lane campus) Old Mill Lane campus > Wigfield Farm (Animal Care/Horticulture) The bus routes are FREE for our students and operate on a first come, first served basis. Each route will operate in the morning in order to get students into College before lessons start and a return service will be provided after lessons finish. Please contact Student Services on Tel: for details of pick-up points and times. Also available: FREE travel for those with a household income of less than 35,000* (16-18 year olds). FREE local authority concessionary bus pass for students under the age of 18 (on 1 Sept 2015). DISCOUNTED bus travel on all Stagecoach services (20% off Megarider tickets). * Terms and conditions apply Every care has been taken to ensure these bus routes are accurate at the time of print, however we cannot be held responsible for changes that occur. 7 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

8 Choosing the right career pathway We have a dedicated team available to provide information on all of our courses and to help you to make the right choices about your future. The team are based at the Old Mill Lane campus. Drop in: Monday Thursday Friday 9.00am 5.00pm 9.00am 4.00pm Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Some subject areas offer the opportunity to do a Level 3 course over three years. You can discuss this at interview with the subject tutor. Information Advisers Our Information Advisers visit schools and provide impartial information about training and education options for school leavers. They can help with: Applying for courses Arranging taster days and visits to College Information about course requirements Advice on career pathways How to apply 1. Look through this guide and decide which course or courses you would like to study and which pathway you would like to take. 2. Choose a course that is at the right level for you. If you need help or advice when choosing your course, talk to our Information Team. 3. Complete the application form at the back of the guide. If you are at school, you can apply via the online prospectus or through the College website 4. You will then be contacted by Barnsley College inviting you in for an interview. 8 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

9 The right level for you Please see individual courses for specific entry requirements Minimum: Five GCSEs Grade A* - C including English Language. Some subjects require Maths and/or Science Level 3 Minimum: Two GCSEs A* - D plus English grade A* - E Level 2 Minimum: Two GCSEs A* - G Level 1 No formal entry requirements Entry Level Pre Entry Level...don t be put off by not meeting the entry requirements exactly or by any lack of formal qualifications. We will always consider your personal circumstances and help you find the best way forward. 9 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

10 A S 97% PASS RATE 100% PASS RATE IN 14 SUBJECTS INCLUDING FURTHER MATHS, ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE, FRENCH AND CLASSICAL CIVILISATION. Barnsley Sixth Form College offers the widest range of A Level subjects in the area. From Biology to Art and Design, Sociology to Sport, we have a course to suit you. With exceptionally qualified teaching staff and a reputation for delivering outstanding results, Barnsley Sixth Form College is the number one choice for school leavers in the region. The 2015/16 academic year is set to be an exciting one for Barnsley Sixth Form College as the new campus opens, complete with first class facilities. See our Sixth Form prospectus for more information on studying A Levels with us. Artist s impression of the new Sixth Form College campus Subjects we offer: Art and Design Biology Business Studies Applied Business Studies Chemistry Citizenship Classical Civilisation Computer Science Drama and Theatre Studies English Language English Literature English Language and Literature Film Studies French Geography Health and Social Care History information and Communication Technology (ict) Law Mathematics Further Mathematics Media Studies Physics Psychology Sociology Physical Education (PE) 10 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit: 10

11 > get paid > get qualified > get ahead Whether you re ready to take your first step onto the career ladder, looking for a career change or thinking about getting qualified in your existing job, an Apprenticeship could provide everything you re looking for. Available on three levels, Intermediate, Advanced and Higher, Apprenticeships are work based qualifications combining on the job experience with off the job training. On the job Whatever work area you choose, you ll get valuable work experience, learn how your sector operates and get a chance to apply the techniques you learn in training to your everyday work. Off the job With Barnsley College you ll follow a structured training programme leading to a recognised qualification which directly supports your job. You will normally study one day a week in College and spend the other four in work applying what you ve learned. We offer over 50 Apprenticeship pathways in areas from Accounting to Warehousing and Storage so we re bound to have something for you. How to become an Apprentice 1. Decide which area you d like to work and train in. 2. Register in College and book an information session. 3. Search for vacancies using the online National Apprenticeship Matching Service 4. Prepare a strong CV to give you the best chance of attracting an employer. Don t worry if you don t already have an employer, we can help with everything. 11 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

12 Barnsley Sports Academy if you are a talented sports performer with the passion to develop your skills, then Barnsley College Sports Academy could be your ideal destination. The state-of-the art sports facilities at our Honeywell Sports Village include a 3G pitch, a multi-use games area, indoor sports arenas, two gyms and a fitness studio. Our Sports Performance Academies include Football (Male and Female), Rugby, Netball, Basketball, Refereeing, Cricket and an Individual Athlete Academy. Our Sports Academy has an excellent sporting reputation: We were British Colleges Sports Regional College of the Year in 2013 and runner-up in the National College of the Year category Our students have been selected for the National Colleges Football squad and represented their country Our Rugby Development Centre have been crowned North East Champions Our Female Football Development Centre won the 2014 Komm Mit International Whitsuntide Tournament We have supported a range of individual athletes to compete in the very highest level sporting competitions You don t have to be studying sport to be a part of our Sports Academy - all students are welcome. The Elite Sports Performer Bursary The Barnsley College Sports Academy is committed to supporting elite athletes, combining sporting and academic excellence, and has a number of Sports Bursaries to award to our elite athletes who meet specific criteria. You don t have to be studying sport to apply for an Elite Sports Performer Bursary - all students are welcome. If you want to be part of our outstanding Sports Academy, contact the team for more information: Tel: bsa@barnsley.ac.uk Web: British Colleges Sport regional College of the Year

13 Support Additional Learning Support Our Additional Learning Support Team (ALS) can provide you with the support you need to achieve your potential. We work with students who have: Dyslexia Dyspraxia Autism or Asperger Syndrome ADHD/ADD Learning difficulties/disabilities Mental health conditions Sensory impairments Physical difficulties Medical conditions Temporary disabilities The College has more details of the specific support you are entitled to in its Local Offer. If you would like to find out more about the support we can offer then please contact the ALS Team on: Tel: Tutorials The tutorial programme at Barnsley College is there to support, guide and advise you throughout your time in College. Safeguarding and e-safety We have dedicated staff to help keep you safe at College, outside of College and online. If you would like to discuss any safeguarding, child or adult protection issues, please contact: Diane Wall, Safeguarding Team Leader Tel: For e-safety information and advice: Visit: Health and wellbeing Our award-winning Wellbeing Centre is available to all students and offers confidential advice and a range of health services including: Free contraceptive and sexual health service Advice on depression, bereavement or anxiety Counselling Healthy eating programmes Help to stop smoking Advice on alcohol and drug abuse Tel: hwbc@barnsley.ac.uk 13 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

14 The Barnsley College A Excellence Each year, students from all departments across College are recognised for outstanding work and commitment to their studies at our Excellence Awards. The 2014 event saw more than 300 students, staff, sponsors and local dignitaries enjoy a glittering awards ceremony, dinner, an inspirational speech from John Tanner, Project Manager at Barnsley Museums, and excellent entertainment provided by students from the Music, Media and Performance Department and Barnsley Sixth Form College. Awards for each College department were given, as well as cross- College awards such as Apprentice of the Year, Adult Learner of the Year, Youth Achievement, and the student-nominated Student of the Year. All students are eligible to be nominated for an Excellence Award who knows, you could be a winner next year! Overall Achievement Award Winner Reece Vardy A message from our overall sponsor 14

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16 Stay Local Go Far Full-time degrees and HNC/Ds just 5,995 per year** We offer a range of full and part-time HNC/Ds and degrees including: Animal Management Art and Crafts Business and Management Computing Construction* Digital Film and Visual Effects Production* Early Years* Engineering Film, Animation, Music and Enterprise* Games Design Graphic Design Health and Social Care Hospitality Management Interactive Media Motorsport Engineering Music Production and Sound Recording* Music and Promotion* Popular Music* Public Services Sport Teacher Training* Travel and Tourism Flexible study to fit in around family and work commitments Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit: **Based on 2014 entry *is an award of the University of Huddersfield 16 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

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18 ANIMAL CARE Careers in Animal Care Studying Animal Care at Barnsley College will enable you to develop skills for a range of careers such as: Animal Welfare Officer Dog Trainer/Handler Groom/Stable Hand Pet Behaviour Counsellor Veterinary Nurse Zookeeper Animal Technician Animal Nutritionist Kennel/Cattery Worker 18 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

19 Animal Care Pathways ANIMAL CARe Continue your studies with an Animal Management HND at University Campus Barnsley. Visit Level 4/5 HNC/D Animal Management Level 3 Animal Management Level 3 Countryside Management Level 2 Animal Care Level 2 Countryside and Environment Level 1 Land Based Diploma in Animal Care Your career pathway starts here 19 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

20 Level L1 one Level L2 two Level L2 two NEW for 2015 Diploma Animal Care City & Guilds Diploma Animal Care Edexcel Diploma Countryside and Environment 2 GCSEs at Grade G or above including English Language Based at our Wigfield Farm site, you will gain practical experience of working in the animal care industry. With a mixture of practical and theory classes, you will develop the skills and underpinning knowledge required for a career within this industry. Areas of study include: Assisting with feeding and watering animals Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of animal accommodation Assisting with maintaining the health and wellbeing of animals Assisting with the handling and restraint of animals Safe and effective working practices in land-based studies Animals in the wild and in society 4 GCSEs at Grade A* to D including English Language The wide range of topics covered on this course open up a diverse range of career opportunities for you to pursue. Based at our Wigfield Farm site, you will gain work-related experience studying a mix of practical and theory subjects. Areas of study include: Maintaining animal health and welfare Maintaining animal accommodation Undertaking practical animal feeding Contributing to the care of exotic animals Principles and practices of animal behaviour and handling Understanding the basic principles of animal biology Work related experience 4 GCSEs at Grade A* to D including English Language Length of course: You will study a number of mandatory and optional units at our Wigfeld Farm site and undertake a work experience placement. Units include: Work-related experience within the land-based industry Understanding the principles of business within the environmental and land-based sector Introduction to animal and plant husbandry Introduction to environmental studies Conservation and improvements of British habitats Undertaking ecological surveys and techniques 20 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

21 L2 Level two NEW for 2015 Level L2 two Level L3 THREE ANIMAL CARe Apprenticeship Horse Care Apprenticeship Animal Care City & Guilds Advanced Apprenticeship Animal Care 2 GCSEs at Grade A* to D plus GCSE English Language at Grade A* to E plus Employed or written offer of employment in horse care Length of course: This course will suit you if you have some basic knowledge and experience as a horse care worker or wish to develop your existing skills by gaining a qualification. There are three pathways available focusing on horse care, riding and breeding. What you study will depend on which pathway you have chosen but examples of units may include: Fitting and removing horse clothing Plaiting and trimming horses manes and tails Cleaning and grooming horses for appearance Assessing grazing land for the introduction of horses Turning out, catching and maintaining horses when turned out Fitting, removing and maintaining tack for exercise Long rein a horse under supervision Lunge a horse under supervision Caring for horses after exercise Assisting with the preparation of horses for sale Assisting with pre and post trek procedures 2 GCSEs at Grade A* to D plus GCSE English Language at Grade A* to E plus Employed or written offer of employment in animal care Length of course: You will study a number of mandatory and optional units within the workplace and attend classes at our Wigfeld Farm site. Units could include: Promoting and maintaining the health and wellbeing of animals Controlling and restraining animals Delivering basic treatments to animals Preparing feed for animals Loading and unloading animals for transportation Maintaining cleanliness and biosecurity of the animal environment Maintaining animal accommodation Controlling and restraining animals Promoting controlled exercise opportunities for animals Health and safety Level 2 in Animal Care (or equivalent) plus 2 GCSEs at Grade A* to C (preferably including English and Maths) plus Employed or written offer of employment in animal care Length of course: 2 years This course will suit you if you have some knowledge and experience of animal care or wish to develop your existing skills by gaining a qualification. There are five pathways available focusing on animal care and welfare, zoos/wildlife establishments, pet care and retail, animal training or animals in education and entertainment. What you study will depend on which pathway you have chosen but examples of units may include: Managing the care of young animals Managing the work of volunteers Recognising and interpreting the behaviour of animals Co-ordinating the care of animals that have strayed, been abused, harmed or abandoned Planning, supervising and controlling the movement of animals Promoting, monitoring and maintaining health, safety and security of the workplace Providing information on how to maintain the behaviour, health and welfare of animals 21 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

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23 Level L3 THREE Extended Diploma Countryside Management 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language and Science (usually Dual Award) Length of course: 2 years NEW for 2015 This course is for those who wish to develop expertise in Countryside Management and want to progress within the land management, game and environmental industries. You will also undertake practical experience at Wigfield Farm and Worsbrough Country Park including day field trips and longer residential trips. Areas of study may include: An investigative project in the land-based sector Understanding the principles of wildlife populations, ecology and conservation Estate skills Work-related experience Countryside tourism and recreation Farm habitat management Freshwater and wetland management Stillwater fishery creation and management Deer management Vertebrate pest and predator control Principles of game management Woodland management Tree planting, aftercare and protection Understanding working dogs Undertaking urban habitat conservation Fishery management Undertaking gamebird production Level L3 THREE Extended Diploma Animal Management Edexcel 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language and Science (usually Dual Award) or Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care at Merit Grade plus Level 2 Functional Skills in English 2 years This course will develop your knowledge of animal biology, care and management. You will undertake an investigation related to the animal care industry. In the second year you will undertake a work placement within an approved organisation to enhance your practical skills. Other areas of study include: Promoting animal health Animal anatomy and physiology Animal handling and safe working Planning and monitoring animal feeding Managing animal accommodation Retail merchandising for the land-based sector Principles of aquatics, husbandry and management Principles of wildlife populations, ecology and conservation Principles of zoological animal health and husbandry Understanding the principles of veterinary nursing Undertaking dog grooming Understanding and carrying out farm livestock husbandry Principles of animal breeding and genetics Animal welfare and breed development Principles of animal biology Animal behaviour and communication Alumni David Aspinall College course: Horticulture ANIMAL CARe Progressed to: Animal Management HNC at University Campus Barnsley (UCB) The best thing about studying at Barnsley College is learning in a hands-on environment at a working farm. 23 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

24 ART, DESIgN AND FASHION Continue your studies with an Art and Crafts, graphic Design or Interactive Media HND at University Campus Barnsley. See Careers in Art, Design and Fashion Studying at Barnsley College will enable you to develop skills for a range of careers such as: Art and Design Animator Illustrator Medical Illustrator Interior Designer Architect Cartoonist Costume Designer Fine Artist Sculptor Gold/Silversmith Designer Jewellery Designer Printmaker Product Designer Stage Set Designer Graphic Designer Museum/Gallery Curator Arts Administrator Art Therapist Teacher Fashion Fashion Designer Milliner Fashion Buyer Retail Manager Fashion Merchandiser Textile Designer Fashion Stylist Garment Technologist Fashion Textile Designer Fashion Marketing/Promotion Fashion Journalist Fashion Illustrator Fashion Photographer Graphic Design Graphic Designer Brand Designer Package Designer Advertising/Marketing Print Publication Designer Logo Designer Web Designer Creative Director Photographer Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

25 ArT, DESiGN AND FASHiON CREATIVE PATHWAYS ART, DESIgN AND FASHION Interdisciplinary Art and Design Top up Degree Level 6 HND Interactive Media Level 5 HND Graphic Design Level 5 HND Art and Crafts Level 5 Access to HE Art and Design Level 3/4 Foundation Diploma Art and Design Level 3 Extended Diploma Graphic Design Level 3 Extended Diploma Art and Design Level 3 Extended Diploma Fashion and Clothing Level 3 Extended Diploma Digital Photography Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Clothing Level 3 Diploma in Digital Photography Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design Level 2/3 Award in Art and Design Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design Level 1 Your career pathway STArTS HErE 25 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

26 L1 One Diploma in Art, Design and Media Art and Design Pathway* 4 GCSEs Grade G and above Portfolio of art related work. Length of course: Course content: This course encourages you to explore art and design ideas in both 2D and 3D. The work you produce will be shaped by your own research. You will work with a range of mediums and techniques and specialise in two of the following areas: Graphic Design Photography Painting and Drawing Fashion Design and Design Crafts Visual Arts L2 two Award Art and Design Pathway* Entry Requirements 2 GCSEs at Grade D or above in any subject, minimum Grade E in English Portfolio of art related work. Length of course: Course content This course encourages you to explore and develop art and design ideas in both 2D and 3D. The work you produce will be shaped by your own research. You will work with a range of mediums and techniques and specialise in two of the following areas: Graphic Design Photography Painting and Drawing 3D and Design Crafts Fashion and Textile Design Visual Arts L2 two Diploma Art and Design Pathway* 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above in any subject, minimum Grade D in English Portfolio of art related work. Length of course: 2 years Course content: This course encourages you to explore, develop and extend art and design ideas in both 2D and 3D. The work you produce will be shaped by your own research. You will work with a range of mediums and techniques and specialise in two of the following areas: Graphic Design Photography Painting and Drawing 3D and Design Crafts Fashion and Textile Design Visual Arts *each qualification is a one year course, dependent upon starter qualifications and experience you will do a two, three or four year programme. 26 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

27 L3 three Extended Diploma Digital Photography Art and Design Pathway* Entry Requirements 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language and an art related subject. Length of course: 2 years Course content The course is designed for people who have achieved at least GCSE standard in an art or design subject and want a career in photography or a related subject. The course introduces students to studio and location photography and provides the opportunity to practice a range of specialisms including documentary, fine art, editorial, advertising and fashion photography. Projects are undertaken from the following list of practice areas: Photographic practice Studio and location techniques Computer studies and digital imaging Visual studies Photographic theory History of art, design and photography Business and professional practice L3 three Extended Diploma Graphic Design Art and Design Pathway* Entry Requirements 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language Length of course: 2 years Course content You will study all areas of graphic design, photography and digital media including web design. You will also get the chance to develop your work through educational and gallery visits including international residential trips to cities including New York and Paris. Units of study include: Designing for the creative industry Design for print Design for advertising Digital photography and image manipulation Typography Social media applications ART, Design and fashion Alumni Fiona Stephenson College course: Art and Design Progressed to: Illustration at Harrow School of Art and Design Career: Freelance Artist Barnsley College has excellent tutors and courses and sets a very high standard. When I went to college in London the tutor said to me and another Barnsley student that we were ahead of the rest of the class. *each qualification is a one year course, dependent upon starter qualifications and experience you will do a two, three or four year programme. 27 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

28 L3 three Extended Diploma Art and Design Pathway* Entry Requirements 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language Length of course: 2 years Course content You will explore all areas of art and design within your first year of study, developing your skills through practical work and theoretical study. Your work will be enhanced through educational and gallery visits; previous students have visited galleries in New York, Barcelona and Paris. In Year 2 you can choose from a range of specialist units in the areas of: Fashion textiles 3D design Fine art L3 three Foundation Diploma Art and Design Pathway* 1 A Level or Level 3 Diploma qualification (Individual consideration will be given if you are 2s of age or over with no formal qualifications) plus You must be over 18 plus A good portfolio of work (full-time) 2 years (part-time) This course explores a wide range of art and design activities including media experimentation and researching. You will carry out a major project which contains a blend of practical and academic study. You will specialise in one of the following areas: Fine art Graphic design 3D design Fashion/Textiles *each qualification is a one year course, dependent upon starter qualifications and experience you will do a two, three or four year programme. Student creates award winning crash helmet Adam Goodwin 3D Design Student Adam Goodwin won the Principal s Award at the Art and Design end of year show. His final design project was inspired by his hero Valentino Rossi, an Italian professional motorcycle racer and multiple MotoGP World Champion. Adam, started his journey three years ago studying Level 1 Art and Design. He is now going on to the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design course at University Campus Barnsley (UCB). Art and Design Instructor Daniel Booth said: It is inspiring to see how far Adam has come with his art, having no formal qualifications did not stop his enthusiasm and he has worked hard to achieve his goals. I am really pleased he has been recognised with this award. 28 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

29 FASHION L3 THREE Extended Diploma Fashion and Clothing ENTRY REqUIREMENTS 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language. A GCSE in Art or Textiles will be an advantage. LENgTH OF COURSE: 2 years COURSE CONTENT You will produce a portfolio of design work including a sample folder of techniques, pattern cutting work and a small catwalk collection. You will also get the chance to go on educational and gallery visits. Units of study may include: Drawing development and design method Historical and contextual studies Pattern cutting and development Fashion marketing Computers in art and design Design realisation Alumni Rebecca Bennett College course: BTEC Fashion and Clothing Progressed to: Degree in Pattern Cutting from London College of Fashion Career: garment Technologist in London This was an enjoyable course, with excellent tutors and great practical experience which allowed me a better opportunity for university. 29 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit: 29

30 BUSINESS Open Evenings 15 October November January 2015 Careers in Business Studying Business at Barnsley College will enable you to develop skills for a range of careers such as: Accountant Investment/Commercial Banker Retail Banker Company Secretary Management Consultant Human Resources Manager Retail Manager Marketer Finance Officer Personal Assistant Pensions Adviser Quality Manager 30

31 business Pathways BUSINESS Level 4, 5 HNC/D Computing Level 4, 5 HNC/D Business Level 4 AAT Full time Level 3 Computing Level 3 Access to Business Level 3 Business Level 2, 3 AAT Full time Level 2 Computing for Business Level 2 AAT Full time Continue your studies with a Business and Management HND at University Campus Barnsley. See Level 1 Business, IT, Travel and Tourism (BITT) Your career pathway starts here 31 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

32 Level L1 one Getting on in BITT (Business, Information Technology, Travel and Tourism) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 4 GCSEs Grade G and above or Pass in an appropriate Entry Level 3 course and functional skills. LENGTH OF COURSE: COURSE CONTENT: Information Technology You will learn a range of IT skills such as how to search for and request information using IT efficiently. This includes using the internet and . You will also learn how to use IT to organise and schedule activities. Business You will learn about the skills needed to work in business. This will include effective use of making and receiving telephone calls and creating professional business documents. Travel and Tourism You will learn skills to plan trips and events and also the customer service skills needed in the travel and tourism industry. Level L2 TWO Diploma IT for Business entry requirements 2 GCSEs at Grade D or higher with English Language at Grade E or higher. COURSE CONTENT: You will learn a range of IT skills and how these relate to businesses such as how to search for and request information using IT efficiently. This includes using the internet and . Communicating using IT Learn to use a variety of ways of communicating. This will include verbally, in writing and also using and other social networking tools. Working in IT and Business Learn about the job roles within IT and investigate how they provide a service to Business. Presenting information using IT Investigate the professional documents produced by businesses and learn how to produce them in different software packages. Computer systems Understand the range of hardware and software to meet user needs for a computer system. Be able to connect hardware and configure a system for an end user. L3 THREE Extended Diploma Business Edexcel 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language plus A suitable reference 2 years This course will allow you to investigate the business world by looking at the behaviour of businesses and why they make the decisions they do. You will be covering all aspects of business including marketing, human resources, accounting and law whilst looking at real examples of how businesses work. Units include: Fashion retailing International business Starting a small business Developing teams in business Business resources Business communications Your programme will also include tutorials, enrichment activities and functional skills. Spreadsheet modelling Learn how to create a spreadsheet model to aid decision making in businesses. Databases Learn how to design and create a database to be used for interrogation and reporting by businesses. Web page creation Plan and create a multimedia website for a given business. Your programme will also include tutorials, enrichment activities and functional skills. 32 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

33 L2 TWO Apprenticeship Retail Skills L2 TWO Apprenticeship Team Leading L2 TWO Apprenticeship Customer Service BUSINESS 2 GCSEs at Grade A* to D plus GCSE English Language at Grade A* to C and GCSE Maths at Grade A* to D plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in retail As an Apprentice you will be employed within a retail environment and attend College one day a week. You will complete Level 1 Maths and English. For those who already possess GCSE Grade C or above in English and/ or Maths, exemptions may apply. You will study the following qualifications: Level 2 NVQ in Retail Skills Level 2 Principles in Retail Skills GCSE English Language at Grade A* to C and GCSE Maths at Grade A* to D plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in team leading 1-2 years As an Apprentice you will be employed within a Team Leader role and attend College one day a week. You will complete Level 1 Maths, English and ICT. For those who already possess GCSE Grade C or above in English, Maths and/ or ICT, exemptions may apply. You will study the following qualifications: Level 2 NVQ in Team Leading Level 2 ILM Certificate in Team Leading Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) 2 GCSEs at Grade A* to D plus GCSE English Language at Grade A* to C and GCSE Maths at Grade A* to D plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in customer service As an Apprentice you will be employed within a customer service environment and attend College one day a week. This will give you the underpinning knowledge and hands on experience to develop your customer service skills. You will study the following qualifications: Level 2 NVQ in Customer Service Level 2 Principles in Customer Service Skills 33 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

34 L3 THREE Apprenticeship Customer Service L3 THREE Apprenticeship Retail Skills L3 THREE Apprenticeship Management 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language plus GCSE Maths at Grade A* to D or Customer Service Apprenticeship Level 2 plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in customer service 1-2 years As an Apprentice you will be employed within a customer service role and attend College one day a week. You will study the following qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Customer Service Level 3 Principles in Customer Service Skills 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language or Retail Skills Apprenticeship Level 2 plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in retail 1-2 years As an Apprentice you will be employed within a retail environment and attend College one day a week. You will complete Level 2 Maths, English and ICT. For those who already possess GCSE Grade C or above in English and/or Maths exemptions may apply. You will study the following qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Retail Skills Level 3 Certificate in Retail Skills Operations 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language and Maths or An equivalent Level 2 qualification plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in management 1-2 years As an Apprentice you will be employed within a management role and attend College one day per week. You will complete Level 2 Maths, English and ICT. For those who already possess GCSE Grade C or above in English, Maths and/or ICT exemptions may apply. You will study the following qualifications: Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Management Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and Management Skills Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) Alumni Michael Brown College course: Business Studies Career: Firefighter - West Yorkshire Fire Service Barnsley College offers a great friendly atmosphere and professional learning environment with a good standard of facilities. 34 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

35 BUSINESS L5 FIVE Development Programme (Apprenticeship) Management 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in management 1-2 years As an Apprentice you will be employed within a management role and attend College one day a week. You will study the following qualifications: NVQ Level 5 in Management Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management Skills Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) Student profile Sammy Colvin College course: Business Administration Apprenticeship I really enjoy coming to College and the support I get from all my tutors and other staff is very friendly and helpful. During my time here I have learnt a lot, from customer service to business management. Former Willowgarth High Pupil 35 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

36 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Careers in Business Administration Studying Business Administration at Barnsley College will enable you to develop skills for a range of careers such as: Office Administrator Civil Service Administrator Property Administrator Secretary Medical receptionist Telephonist Events Coordinator Hr Officer Open Evenings 15 October November January Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

37 L2 two Diploma Accounting and Business Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) L2 two Apprenticeship Accounting Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) S two, L2+3+4 three & four Level 2, 3 and 4 Award/Certificate/ Diploma Accounting Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) 3 GCSEs at Grade A* to D plus GCSE English Language at Grade A* to E or equivalent plus Successful completion of a skills test You will learn how to do double entry bookkeeping, produce trial balances, work with computerised accounting packages, use payroll systems and work effectively in business and finance, as well as IT skills, applied business communication skills, employability skills and study skills. You will work individually and in groups to research and produce reports, just as you would in business. Areas you will study include: Fundamental accounting principles Payroll Computerised accounting Working effectively Basic costing Spreadsheets Business communication ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: There are no formal qualifications required although Maths and English would be an advantage LENGTH OF COURSE: COURSE CONTENT: You will learn how to do double entry bookkeeping, prepare trial balances, an introduction to various costing methods, prioritising workloads, working as a team, the importance of personal development and working with computerised accounting packages. You will complete Level 1 Maths and English, for those who already possess GCSE Grade C or above in English and/or Maths exemptions may apply. Areas you will study include: Processing bookkeeping transactions Control accounts, journals and the banking system Basic costing Computerised accounting Work effectively in accounting and finance ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Candidates are required to have 6 GCSEs at A*-C including Maths and English plus a good personal reference LENGTH OF COURSE: 2 years COURSE CONTENT: Level 2 Processing bookkeeping transactions Control accounts, journals and the banking system Basic costing Computerised accounting Work effectively in accounting and finance Level 3 Accounts preparation Prepare final accounts for sole traders and partnerships Cost and revenues Professional ethics Indirect tax Spreadsheet software Level 4 Financial statements Budgeting Financial performance Internal control and accounting systems Plus specialist units You will also study two further areas from the following; business tax, personal tax, auditing, credit management and cash management. 37 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit:

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39 L2 two Apprenticeship Business Administration L3 THREE Apprenticeship Business Administration L4 FOUR Apprenticeship Business Administration BUSINESS administration 2 GCSEs at Grade A* to D plus GCSE English Language at Grade A* to C and GCSE Maths at Grade A* to D plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in business administration If you are interested in a career in administration this Apprenticeship combines practical experience in the work place with the underpinning knowledge required to be successful in such a role. You do not need any previous experience to start this course. You will complete Level 1 Maths, English and ICT. For those who already possess GCSE Grade C or above in English and/or Maths exemptions may apply. You will achieve qualifications in: NVQ Level 2 Business Administration Level 2 Principles in Business Administration 5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language and Maths or Business Administration Apprenticeship Level 2 plus Successful completion of a skills test plus Employed or written offer of employment in business administration 1-2 years This Apprenticeship is a fantastic way to build on existing administrative skills by putting them into practice in the work place. This course will benefit you if you have some level of responsibility within your role or if you have completed the Level 2 Apprenticeship. You will complete Level 1 Maths, English and ICT. For those who already possess GCSE Grade C or above in English and/or Maths exemptions may apply. You will achieve qualifications in: NVQ Level 3 Business Administration Level 3 Principles in Business Administration ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: GCSE English Language at Grade C or above or equivalent plus A good personal reference plus 2 A Levels at Grade D or above or equivalent or Advanced Business Administration LENGTH OF COURSE: 1-2 years COURSE CONTENT: You will attend College for workshop sessions as required and have full support of online resources from the awarding body. The Apprenticeship has three main parts: NVQ Higher Business Administration You will produce a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your competence in working in an administrative role. Diploma in Business and Administration You will produce four assignments of around 2,500 words written in academic style. Alternatively you could enrol to HNC Business* Functional Skills You may complete Level 2 Maths, English and Information and Communication Technology. For those who possess the above qualifications, exemptions will apply. *fees apply 39 Tel: info@barnsley.ac.uk Visit: