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Sustainability Contents at Wakefield College Find out... Ofsted - we are a Good provider������������������������������������������������������������ 04 Sixth Form A Levels How to apply������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 06 Art, Design & Media����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 91 At Wakefield College we are passionate about sustainability and Excellent Results������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 06 Fine Art��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 91 we recognise that we all have a role to support climate action Routes to success������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 08 Photography���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 91 to respond to the climate emergency. Human populations and Your study programme����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 09 Business & Management������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 91 First-rate facilities����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Business����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 91 activities are contributing to the build-up of manmade gases in Enriching your experience�������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 Economics���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 91 the atmosphere which is having a huge impact on global warming, Student Experience����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 14 English & Humanities������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 92 weather patterns, extreme weather conditions and our wildlife and Student Central����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 . Criminology������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 92 populations. The impact of those in the world’s poorest communities Work placements����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 18 English Language������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 92 is particularly significant. Apprenticeships�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 English Literature������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 92 What do you think?����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22 Geography��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 92 Here at Wakefield College we have a Carbon Management Plan, Higher Education����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 24 History���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 92 which sets out our contribution to addressing the issues of climate Getting to College ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 25 Law��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������93 change, together with financial benefits and environmental sustainability. The College has achieved Mentoring for Excellence ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 96 Politics����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������93 a reduction of carbon of 1653 tonnes over the last ten years and aims to be carbon neutral by 2025 Additional information������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 98 Film, Media & Television���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������93 and Net Zero by 2035. To achieve our goals, we will continue to work with our suppliers, consultants, Jargon buster������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 102 . Film Studies�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������93 students, and staff to cultivate a culture of carbon reduction and environmental awareness, as an integral Key dates���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������103 . Media Studies������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������93 part of our College’s activities. Maths������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������94 Vocational courses Computer Science��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������94 Our students play a big part in our journey. You can join our Climate Action Group and get involved in Animal Care����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������26 Mathematics���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������94 activities across College to raise awareness, take positive action and create and join our campaigns and Art, Design & Photography������������������������������������������������������������������������������28 Science�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������94 activities which will make a real difference. Automotive������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������32 Biology����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������94 Business & Management����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 36 Chemistry�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������94 Making changes as an individual whenever you can also helps support our planet, so follow our top Childcare, Early Years & Childhood Studies�������������������������� 38 Physics����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������94 tips and share with your friends and family. Reduce your footprint and increase your handprint as an Computing������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 40 Social Sciences�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������95 influencer and to raise awareness! Construction��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������42 Psychology��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������95 Digital Industries������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 48 Sociology�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������95 As part of this commitment our full prospectus is now only printed on request, and has been replaced Engineering���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 50 T Levels���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������88 by a handy mini-guide. ESOL������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 52 Film, Media & Television���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������54 We pledge to act now to respond to the climate emergency Foundation Learning������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 56 Disclaimer The structure of post-16 education and the type of qualifications on offer can change according to Government policy Hair & Beauty����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 60 and funding issues. Consequently, whilst we will take reasonable Health, Social Care & Wellbeing�������������������������������������������������������������� 64 steps to provide courses and services in the manner described, we Horticulture���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 66 reserve the right to modify or withdraw any advertised courses or services. Our website and course information leaflets are updated Hospitality & Catering��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 68 regularly as changes occur, and you’ll have the opportunity to talk to Music������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 70 tutors about any developments in your areas of interest at interview. Performing Arts�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������72 Whilst this prospectus and other College publicity materials offer a The Prince’s Trust���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 76 guide to our provision, there may, from time-to-time, be changes which alter this. Public Services������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 78 This prospectus was produced in September 2021. Information Science���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 80 was correct at the time of going to press, but details may change Sport�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������82 before courses begin in 2022. For the most current information, or Academy of Sporting Excellence���������������������������������������������������������� 84 if you need further advice, please contact us by ringing the Course Information Team on 01924 789111 or visit the College website at: Travel & Tourism�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 86 www.wakefield.ac.uk Details of our Terms of Enrolment and Student Policies and Procedures can be found at: www.wakefield.ac.uk/sustainability www.wakefield.ac.uk/about-us/policies-and-procedures /student-policies-and-procedures 2 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 3
Ofsted We are a Good provider We are rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted across all Study Programmes Judgements inspection areas, which include: • “well-prepared for studies at a higher level” • Quality of teaching, learning and assessment • “learning links well with the demands of • Personal development, behaviour and welfare industry” • Outcomes for learners • “strong independent study skills” • Effectiveness of leadership and management Adult Learning Programmes Judgements Working with Business • “well-prepared for careers and next steps in Ofsted inspectors have recognised our engagement education” with businesses and industry through work • “knowledgeable and dedicated teachers” placements and other initiatives, helping to secure • “well-planned progression routes” the future of Wakefield’s economy. Apprenticeships Judgements Diversity and Inclusion • “work very effectively with a wide range of We’re recognised as providing a positive learning employers” culture of tolerance and respect. Ofsted have noted • “remain in employment at the end of their our strong commitment to equality of opportunity, programme” and how we place a high priority on supporting all • “high-quality, bespoke apprenticeships” members of our diverse community. High Needs Students Judgements Leadership and Management Judgements • “highly motivated and engaged in learning” • “students thrive” • “exceed employers’ expectations” • “ students and apprentices develop the behaviours • “highly skilled, well-qualified teachers” and attitudes they need for successful futures” • “students enjoy learning” Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment Judgements • “extensive and wide-ranging industrial experience” • “high levels of expertise in their academic and vocational areas” • “lessons motivate students” Personal Development, Behaviour and Welfare Judgements • “students and apprentices behave well” • “high levels of respect and courtesy” • “useful and meaningful work-related skills” Outcomes for Learners Judgements • “current students and apprentices make good progress” • “work at a good standard that meets or exceeds requirements” • “high quality of teaching” 4 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 5
How to Apply Excellent Results 11 1. Pick a course Browse through this prospectus and find out more information online, or at our open days. If you’re unsure what you’d like to do, call us and ask for a careers appointment. Find out what’s involved in your full study programme on page 9. 2. Visit wakefield.ac.uk A LEVEL A LEVEL SUBJECTS ACHIEVED A PASS RATE 100% Search for the course(s) you are interested in and click the ‘Apply’ button. 98% or Complete an application form Contact Course Info who will post an application form out for you courseinfo@wakefield.ac.uk 3. Be invited for interview PASS RATE 12 37% You’ll be invited to interview for your first choice course. This is your chance to make sure the course, and the College, are right for you. 4. Receive an offer in writing You’ll need to accept this place by returning the BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA OF STUDENTS acceptance form, using the online applicant portal STUDENTS ACHIEVED or contacting the Admissions Team direct on SCORED TOP THREE 01924 789110 or admissions@wakefield.ac.uk GRADES OF A*-B Don’t worry if you didn’t get the results you were hoping for; call us and we can discuss your options. DISTINCTION STARS THE HIGHEST RESULTS POSSIBLE Scan the QR code for more information on how to apply 6 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 7
Routes to Success Your Study Programme Coming to College is more than just a course. Get the most out of your time at College with a full Which path is right for you? programme of study, supported by Student Central. Support Whether you want to go on to further study at university or set up your own business and Personal and group tutorials. work for yourself, our range of courses can get you there. But we all learn differently, so PEEP which route should you take? Personal, Employability, Enrichment and Progress programme designed to cover a wide range of events Sixth Form and activities. Our Sixth Form is a supportive environment with the freedom of a College atmosphere. For those who excel Work experience placements in formal exams, there’s a choice of 20 A Levels. Flip to page 91 for our A Level courses English & maths You’ll continue to study English and maths until you T Levels achieve a GCSE 9-4. It’ll be timetabled to fit in alongside Another new exciting option for those who excel in your course. exams and have a clear career goal in mind are the T Levels combine academic study with practical training within industry. Which level is right for you? Read more on page 88 Qualifications Minimum entry requirements* Vocational courses Level 3 A Levels 5 GCSEs 9-4 including If you have a specific career in mind, or prefer practical English and maths ways of learning over exams, choose from a wide range of Advanced Level Diplomas. Level 3 T Levels 5 GCSEs 9-5 (some subjects require grade Read more from page 26 6) including English Maths and Science at Foundation Learning grade 5-9 A mix of vocational study, tasters and English and maths, Level 3 Level 3 Diplomas & 5 GCSEs 9-4 including for those who would like to learn independent living skills, personal and social development, employability Extended Diplomas English or maths and progress academically to a higher level. Level 3 Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeships 5 GCSEs 9-4 Available on page 56 Level 3 Level 2 Vocational courses 4 GCSEs 9-3 Apprenticeships usually with English and maths 4-2 Apprenticeships are a great mix of hands-on learning in the workplace and theory learned in College. Level 2 Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeships GCSEs 9-3 in English and maths Interested in Apprenticeships? Turn to page 20 Level 2 Level 1 Vocational courses Minimum of Entry Level 3 qualifications in English and maths Still unsure? Level 1 FLEX No formal qualifications Can’t find a course that jumps out at you, or not quite sure what you’d like to do? We have teams to help you (Foundation Learning) make your decision. Entry Level English and maths Unless you already have 9-4 Course Information in English and maths, you’ll need to study 01924 789111 / courseinfo@wakefield.ac.uk these as part of your Study Programme Careers Team 01924 789113 / careers@wakefield.ac.uk All Levels If you have a 3 or below, in English or maths, Financial Support you will continue to study these at GCSE. 01924 789283 / student.finance@wakefield.ac.uk * These are broad entry requirements, so check the specific entry requirements of the course you’re interested in. If you need help choosing the right course, get in touch with our Course Information Team on 01924 789111 8 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 9
First-rate Facilities Realistic working environments and much more across multiple sites Beaumont Building The Radcliffe Building The Harrison Building is home to the award-winning Gaskell's houses state of the art facilities for is home to the Sixth Form at Restaurant where Hospitality and Digital Industries, Science, Animal Wakefield College as well Catering students can cook up a storm. Care, Tourism, Public Services, as Student Central and our Beaumont is also the home for our Flex Elite Sports, Health & Social Care library. Suite and our amazing Reading Room and Art. Treat the paying public in our hair and beauty salon, Elements. Realistic working environments and workshops for motor vehicle, construction and engineering students at Castleford Campus. Plus engineering labs for HE students at Wakefield. The Gissing Building provides the latest facilities and equipment for Creative Industries Centre and our School of Popular Music Hospitality and Catering students can cook up a storm UCW & Seacole Building Relax, grab a drink and for the paying public in our The Advanced Skills & award-winning Gaskell’s Innovation Centre is home of our meet friends in our café with a Starbucks. Restaurant. University Centre Work up a sweat in our extensive facilities Recording studios and rehearsal spaces allow you to The Castleford Campus, for Sports and Public Services students, rock out at the School of Popular Music. home to some of our including a gym, fitness testing lab, skills-based courses. therapy and massage suite and pitches. Showcase your talents in the Waterton Building, home to our 160-seat Mechanics' Theatre, studios, rehearsal rooms and backstage workshop for constructing the perfect stage set. 10 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 11
Students on an overnight expedition over the Glynderau and coasteering. Enriching Sports students taking part in bridging your experience activities at Whitwood Golf playing Footgolf and EFL and Premier League referee Bobby Madley putting some of our young officials through their paces. More than just the classroom! We make our courses varied and interesting by packing in extra features like guest speakers, visits and residential opportunities or overseas trips. Plus getting involved in extra activities can really boost your UCAS applications to make you As part of the Creative Industry Day, Music stand out from the crowd! students got to be involved in Q&A sessions Travel and Tourism students in Italy on work placement with industry professionals from the likes of BBC with Max Ski, working in an overseas resort, whilst also Radio 4, Screen Yorkshire and Higher Rhythm. learning about the local culture and how to ski. Mechanics’ Performing Arts dance Prince's Trust students Hospitality & Catering students helping at the students worked alongside Royal Mail enjoying their residential in the Rhubarb Festival demo marquee. as part of their social media campaign Yorkshire Dales. video for Valentine’s Day. Wakefield College Construction Students on Work Placement with WDH’s Construction Team to improve Monkhill in Pontefract. ESOL students celebrated the various cultures and nationalities on Cultural Day. The Care and Early Years department produced Christmas Students from Castleford Campus completed a food hampers for Sure project with Canal and River Trust, canoeing and Public Services Start Centres across creating a clear area and a bug hotel as part of giving students enjoyed a ski trip the Wakefield district. back to the community. to Austria. 12 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 13
Student Experience Student Duke of Edinburgh's Award Experience campaigns, advice, progress From volunteering to physical activities, life skills to expeditions, achieving a DofE Award is a It’s your Union - get involved! passport to a brighter future, valued by employers Register for a TOTUM student discount card (replaces old NUS card) and universities. There’s a chance to complete and get discounts in high street stores and online. either the bronze, silver or gold award. Every student at Wakefield College is part of the Students’ Union. Your Students’ Union is here to support and represent you and is a big part of College life. The Union organises events, trips, volunteering opportunities, and societies to make sure you get the most out of College. You can also put yourself forward for a role in the Students’ Union Executive or become a class rep and become the voice of your fellow students. There are dedicated roles for: President & Vice-President • Communications Officer LGBT and Gender Officer • Welfare Officer Mature Students’ Officer • Education Officer Activities Officer • Disabilities Officer • Higher Education Officer Ethnic & Religious Minorities Officer • Environmental Officer Additional Learning Support We have staff with specialist skills and experience in supporting students with a range of Peter learning difficulties and disabilities including: Achieved Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards Level 3 Public Services • ADHD I came to the UK from Hungary and started my DofE journey at College. • Autistic Spectrum Disorders Through the Duke of Edinburgh Award I have helped in ESOL classes, at • Dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia sports camps, in archery sessions, on residentials as well as delivering • Hearing impairment navigational and campcraft training to other participants and developing advanced skiing skills. I love outdoor activities and moving away from • Visual impairment everyday life and breaking free. • Mobility difficulties My English has improved significantly through College and I have The support available is tailored to meet the individual’s now attained my GCSE English. needs, both in or out of class. Wakefield College has provided me with opportunities I would See page 98 for more information never have had before I came here. I now have the chance to go to university and hopefully have a career within the police as I particularly enjoy crime-related sociology, understanding behaviour (psychology) and outdoor activities. 14 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 15
Financial Support Team Student Central Are you concerned about paying for travel, meals and/or childcare costs whilst attending College? Do you have any expensive equipment/kit or an overnight residential to pay for? Contact the Financial Support Team to find out how You’re always welcome to come in and explore what the we may be able to support you with these expenses – College can offer you, or if you need a bit of advice and student.finance@wakefield.ac.uk guidance, Student Central is where you can access a range of support services from friendly College staff. Pastoral Tutors If you’re studying on Level 1 or 2, you’ll have tutorials to explore a wide range of topics that help you develop both interpersonal and Student Experience Manager (SEM) employability skills. Activity Leaders and Student Experience & Support Careers, information and guidance There is so much more available than lessons. Our dedicated activity Leaders (SESL) leaders run activities such as cookery, arts and crafts and a variety The careers team are here to help you explore your A dedicated team to help you adapt well to life at of sports for people of all abilities to get involved in. They also run options at every stage of your College journey, from before College and to ensure you make the most of your Counselling Support social trips and visits up and down the country and give you a chance you choose to study with us all the way through to after course and your student experience. They’re to meet other students from other courses. You can also become you have finished your studies with us. The team are here to A confidential place to talk available for you to pop in if you have any an active member of the Students’ Union, or complete the Duke of help you with a wide range of careers related focuses. You can to our professional qualified questions about your time with us. Edinburgh Award at Bronze, Silver or Gold. Our activity leaders are contact the team at Careers@wakefield.ac.uk counsellors. here to put on the activities that you want! Student Intervention Officers (SIO) Social groups Attendance & Achievement Support Team Student Intervention Officers are here to ensure all students adapt well to life at Arts and crafts club, Great attendance = great marks! If you miss a day of College, who cookery club, debating College and follow the Ready To Learn (RTL) zone standards. The SIO will help knows what you’ll have missed out on! The Attendance and club, College magazine ensure that each student has support to positively change their behaviours Achievement Support Team are here to help you ensure that and much more… our activity or actions that could otherwise lead them to being considered for formal your attendance at College is accurate and remains above the leaders are here to put on the disciplinary action. expectation of 95%. activities that you want! The team also have loads of hints and tips to help manage workload, get ahead with your assessed work or overcome any barrier to your achievement. Sports Activator Carer Support Get involved in extra-curricular sports and activities, plus Within College, our Carer Lead will work volunteering, coaching and training opportunities in sport. It’s a with you and other support staff and your For more information on Student Central and Student Wellbeing great way to meet new people and have something extra on teachers to make sure that your caring support services, turn to our additional your CV. responsibilities are considered. This will look Team different for different students. You may need information at the back of the prospectus If you feel overwhelmed either at an adaptation to your studies, considerations in College or by problems at home, Sports and physical activities relation to your time in College or just someone to our Student Wellbeing Officer are provide support and a listening ear. Safeguarding Football, rugby, badminton, netball, basketball, here to listen and support. The team street dance, Zumba, table tennis and much more… Your safety is our top priority. We have a trustworthy team offer support via 1:1s, small groups, who you can talk to if you feel pressured into something you’re corridor chats and a variety of other drop-in I nstagram – EVERYONE CAN HAVE unhappy about or if you feel unsafe from bullying, forced opportunities, such as chill-out zones, time to wakeyCollegeactivities A GO - GROW AN marriage, substance abuse , radicalisation or anything else that talk cafés, C-Card registrations and more. INTEREST OR TRY you may be worried about. SOMETHING NEW! Twitter – @WakeCollSC 16 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 17
workplacements at wakefieldCollege Get ready for employment with the Work Placement Team Every student at College has the opportunity to undertake meaningful work experience activities. It’s an expectation for all 16 – 18 year old, full-time Study Programme students to complete vocationally relevant work experience. Many employers treat a placement like work, so you’ll be required to submit a CV and undertake an interview to secure a placement. Some placements can even lead to part-time work or progress onto an apprenticeship. The Work Placement Team will: • Inform you of placement and apprenticeship opportunities via Moodle • Speak to employers on your behalf • Set up mock interviews with employers • Prepare you for your placement and support you while you’re there • Make sure that you are in a safe and healthy environment • Review your placement with you, your employer and your tutor You will need to: • Research your chosen career • Create a CV • Undertake a work readiness assessment and attend workshops • Prepare yourself for interviews • Be prepared to undertake your placement outside of the College was really helpful putting us into work placement, giving us the opportunity to meet new people, work in a team, days you are in College experience a real-life workshop environment and gain an • Be punctual and keen to learn new skills apprenticeship at the end of it, which we’re really happy about. • Keep a log and complete a relevant piece of coursework Abdulah and Conor while on placement Fabrication and Welding placement at MD Engineering Solutions Adam Construction & Civil Engineering, placement at Keepmoat Homes I really enjoy the Construction & Civil Engineering course that I’m studying. I like learning the different fields of study especially Contact the team on: Employer quote: about quantity surveying, project management and site Wakefield Campus: 01924 789413 “Work placements are crucial when it comes to inspiring the management. I attend a work placement every Monday with Castleford Campus: 01924 789416 next generation of IT specialists. In our experience, these Keepmoat Homes. It’s been very rewarding, working at different workplacements@wakefield.ac.uk students add an interesting dynamic to our organisation and levels, meeting new people and applying College learning to are potential candidates for future roles.” real life experiences. Twitter: @WakeCollWP Paul Director, Bellingham IT Look out for this symbol to see if your course has a work placement opportunity. 18 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 19
apprenticeships We currently offer apprenticeships at Levels 2 & 3 in: Accounts, Autocare, Bricklaying, Business Administration, Carpentry & Joinery, Community Sport & Health, Construction, Customer Service, Dental Nursing, Domestic Plumbing and Heating, Electrical Installation , Engineering, at wakefieldCollege Emergency Service Contact Handling, Food & Drink Processing, Food & Drink Technology, Healthcare Science, Healthcare Support, Horticulture, Human Resources, Metal Fabrication, Motor Vehicle Maintenance, Production Chef, Property Maintenance, Teaching Assistance, Team Leading & Supervising. Earn while you learn Apprenticeships are for anyone aged 16 or over and they allow you to earn and learn at the same time, giving you Progression is possible onto a Level 4 or 5 in the following areas: As an apprentice, you’ll work for an employer and you great prospects for the future! Accounts, Assessing & Coaching, Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, Healthcare Science, will earn a wage. The minimum wage for an apprentice Human Resources, Learning & Skills Teaching, Operational & Departmental Management. is £4.30 per hour but wages will vary as there are many Progress higher employers who are willing to pay more than the minimum. You can progress to higher level apprenticeships or higher We work with a variety of different employers, ranging education here with us at College. from small to large, who offer great opportunities to If you need more information, call us or look in more detail ‘earn while you learn’. Some of the top companies we online at: www.wakefield.ac.uk/apprenticeships where currently work with are Unilever, Warburtons, Coca Cola, you can find more information about the apprenticeships Haribo, Wakefield Council, West Yorkshire Fire Service on offer. So, if you think an apprenticeship might be for and several local NHS Trusts including Mid Yorkshire and you, join us and start your journey to a fulfilling career! South & West Yorkshire. We offer four levels of apprenticeship: A Look out for this symbol in subject areas, which shows where apprenticeships are available. Level Qualification equivalent to Duration Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship 5 GCSEs at A*-C or 9-4 1-2 years Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship 2 or more A Levels 1-4 years Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship Foundation degree, HNC or HND Up to 4 years Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship Diploma of Higher Education Up to 2 years Lauren L3 Diploma in Business Administration at South Yorkshire Police Recruitment Team - 01924 789469 I knew I wanted a career in the business sector but I knew university wasn’t for me. apprenticeships@wakefield.ac.uk / wakefield.ac.uk/apprenticeships I felt that getting an apprenticeship would provide me with more opportunities and that work-based learning would work better for me. I enjoy working with people and continuously meeting new faces, as well as the sense of achievement when hard work has paid off and a good working contract is in place with happy customers. After my apprenticeship I was offered a permanent role as a Category Officer; Keegan this offers me the chance to complete a degree with the Chartered Institute Level 2 Welding and Fabrication of Procurement and Supply. There are also chances for me to progress in the Welding and Fabrication Apprenticeship organisation. Whilst studying Level 2 Welding and Fabrication, I completed a one-week placement at UK Street Style. I found this really rewarding. I gained a lot of experience and knowledge, applying my classroom skills to real life work. Due to my successful placement they offered me a two-year How to apply apprenticeship which I’m really enjoying. If you’re aged 16 or 17 you can apply online through our website at wakefield.ac.uk/study-with-us/how-to-apply If you’re aged 18+, complete an application form, available from the Course Information Team on 01924 789111. Or send your CV in to apprenticeships@wakefield.ac.uk 20 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 21
What do you think? Eddie Sport Level 3 Football Development Programme “I feel as if the course has really helped Sophie me develop and allowed me to find a better Level 3 business administration player in myself and I have grown confident in apprenticeship at Recruit Build my ability. “I chose to do an apprenticeship The teaching staff have helped me out a lot during because I felt I could gain valuable work my time here. They are always supportive and often sacrifice their own time to lend a hand. experience whilst studying and gaining After I’ve left College I hope to go into some jobs within a qualification. On a day-to-day basis I sport whilst also playing semi-professionally on the side deal with finance and personnel records for Hall Green United.” Daniel in recruitment. I enjoy that there are a variety Level 2 Fitting Principles of tasks to undertake and I particularly enjoy “Porsche is one of the best car manufacturers organising events. After my apprenticeship, I would Antony out there. I have really enjoyed my placement like to go into HR and have opted to choose related Level 2 Extended Certificate for with them and especially fixing the cool cars.” subjects within my course.” Music Practitioners Ellie “I’m studying Level 2 Music at Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Wakefield College and I intend to “I have really enjoyed my studies at Ellie continue onto Level 3. My course has Wakefield College and I am glad I came A Levels in Law, Psychology Wioletta allowed me to gain the confidence I here instead of carrying on to do and Sociology A Levels in English Language & Literature, need as a performer, by taking part another year at sixth form. I have From: Bruntcliffe Academy History and Psychology in live performances and working in achieved the grades I needed in “I had a really positive From: Cathedral Academy groups on projects. I have gained and order to do what I want next year which is either a law course at experience at Wakefield “I feel pure relief due to passing my exams and developed my skills thanks to all the College, and I did a lot Leeds Beckett or a degree being able to study at university what I have wonderful staff on the course.” better in my exams than I apprenticeship. aimed to study for the past four years. expected to. Many thanks to my tutors I remember getting to know my I’m going to go to for helping me achieve teachers and growing to enjoy being my grades .” the University of taught by them. Huddersfield to I am planning to study study mental Psychology at university and health nursing.” work part-time in order to become more independent and gain more experience.” Azrah Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business “The College has helped Emily Hailey Ethan me progress and ensure I Travel & Level 3 Hairdressing Level 2 Motorcycle am able to achieve the grades Tourism “I enjoy making people look Maintenance I need in order to move on to “Wakefield nice, changing their hair, giving “We’ve been learning the next step. College has given them different colours and everything about The staff are amazing, supportive me so many different different types of cuts and just motorcycles including and always willing to help me opportunities, some of making them feel really good. fixing them, maintaining succeed and exceed expectations. which have been once We learn different techniques of them and learning With their support I am now able to go in a lifetime. For example, about all the different further to study finance and accounting at cutting, different colouring and changing the University of Huddersfield. I was lucky enough to be a person’s overall look. aspects of performance given the opportunity to work including racing and My goal is to graduate as an accountant and In the future I’m wanting to work in a salon abroad in Italy, where I gained everyday riding.” take my degree further by becoming a certified and promote myself and learn to manage many new skills and valuable work chartered accountant.” experience which will help me with other people.” my future.” 22 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 23
Getting to College is easy! Wakefield is well-connected and getting 16-18 PhotoCard here is easy, whether you’re from the City If you’re a full-time student, you can get half-fare itself or the surrounding areas. travel in West Yorkshire. Available from major bus Leeds, Pontefract and Barnsley have great transport stations or online at wymetro.com links to Wakefield with a choice of train or bus. Look Feeling lost? at our map below. There are detailed directions to all our campuses on our website: www.wakefield.ac.uk/get-in-touch W Wakefield City Campus and Walkable Train Station Mechanic's Theatre Higher Education T Thornes Park Nursery Train route Bus Station C Castleford Campus Bus route L Lightwaves Study for your degree at UCW! LEEDS We offer a wide range of courses in areas including: Animal Care, Business & Management, Childcare, Early Years & Childhood Studies, Digital Industries, Computing, Construction, Engineering, Film, Media METHLEY & Television, Health, Social Care & Wellbeing, Music, Performing Arts, Public Services, Sport, Teacher Training, Travel & Tourism CASTLEFORD MORLEY As the courses we offer each academic year vary, please check our website or get in touch for the most up-to-date information. PONTEFRACT L Why study at the UCW? Rethinking • Degrees validated by University of Hull, Leeds Beckett University T and The University of Huddersfield • Consistently high satisfaction ranking in the National Student Survey Education DEWSBURY WESTGATE KIRKGATE STATION • Lower fees than most universities STATION • Smaller class sizes • Full and part-time study options • Bursaries and scholarships available • Fit studies around your existing commitments HUDDERSFIELD Scan for more information on wakefield.ac.uk/UCW Higher Education BARNSLEY DONCASTER 24 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 25
A Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study APPRENTICESHIPS AVAILABLE Animal Care Pearson BTEC Scan QR code for more information on Animal 1 Wakefield City One year 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: • Practical experience of handling, feeding, Care courses Campus accommodating and caring for a range of animals • Learning skills to work in the animal care industry including teamwork, completion of tasks using the correct equipment and independence and intuitive when working with animals, estate skills and wildlife surveying Animal Care Pearson BTEC 2 Wakefield City One year 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English or maths or equivalent Topics studied can include: • Practical Animal Health Campus • Introduction to Animal Biology & Health OR • Animal Care Work Placement Level 1 Diploma in Land-based • Animal Welfare Studies - Animal Care, plus Level 1 • Animal Behaviour Assessment and Safe Handling English and maths • Feeding, Accommodating & Moving Animals Animal Animal Management Pearson BTEC 3 Wakefield City Two years 5 GCSEs 9-4 including English or maths and a 3 in the other Topics studied can include: • Animal Biology Care Campus • Animal Welfare & Ethics OR • Practical Animal Husbandry 5 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Animal Behaviour English or maths, and a 3 or Level 1 in • Animal Health and Diseases the other • Work Experience in the Animal Sector OR • Zoological Animal Health & Husbandry Level 2 Technical Certificate in Year 2 Animal Care at Merit grade and Level • Animal Breeding & Genetics 2 in English and maths • Investigative Research Project • Advanced Animal Nutrition • Human & Animal Interaction • Principles of Animal Nursing • Wildlife Ecology & Conservation Management Either Future • Practical Skills in Animal Science Careers • Animal Metabolism Or Veterinary Nurse • Animal Management in a Retail Environment Exotic Earning potential: £18K-£26K Animal Husbandry Countryside Ranger Earning potential: £16K-£30K Zoo Keeper Earning potential: £12K-£25K Source: National Careers Service Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement 26 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 27
A Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study APPRENTICESHIPS AVAILABLE Art & Design UAL (University of Arts London) Scan QR code for more information on Art, Media & 1 Creative Industries One year 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: • Drawing and mark making Design courses Centre, • Printmaking Wakefield • Surface pattern City • 3-D exploration Campus • Time-based media • Communication Art & Design UAL (University of Arts London) 2 Creative Industries One year 3 GCSEs 9-3 including English or maths Topics studied can include: • Creative mark making and mixed media Centre, exploration OR Wakefield • Printmaking City Level 1 Art and Design • Observational drawing Campus • Introduction to colour theory and painting • 3-Dimensional design • Time-based media • Photography and Photoshop Art & Design Pearson BTEC Art, Design 3 Creative Industries Two years 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or maths Topics studied can include: • Drawing from Observation Centre, • Printmaking OR Wakefield • Colour Theory and Painting City 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • 3-Dimensional Design Campus & Photography English or maths • Ceramics OR • Photography • Surface Pattern and Textiles Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE • Personal and Professional development English or maths at grade 4 or Level 2 English or maths Future Careers Graphic Designer Earning potential: £16K-£50K Source: National Careers Service Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement 28 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 29
Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Fashion Textiles Pearson BTEC Creative Photography Pearson BTEC 3 Creative Industries Two years 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or maths Topics studied can include: • Primary and secondary research 3 Creative Industries Two years 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or maths Topics studied can include: • The creative process Centre, • Basic garment construction Centre, OR OR • Professional equipment Wakefield • Draping and constructing on the stand Wakefield City • Analogue photography 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either • Printed textiles City 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either Campus English or maths • Post-production skills • Hand and machine embroidery Campus English or maths • Art and design skills OR • Surface pattern OR • Contextual awareness Successful completion of Level 2 or • Exploratory samples • Professional practice • Time-based media Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE • Visual language and communication equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE English or maths at grade 4 or Level 2 • Drawing and design work English or maths at grade 4 or Level English or maths 2 English or maths Graphic Design Pearson BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design UAL (University of Arts London) 3 Creative Industries Two years 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English or maths Topics studied can include: • Digital Imaging 3 Creative Industries One year 4 GCSEs 9-4 including English and maths Topics studied can include: • Learning skills and content Centre, • Computers in Art and Design Centre, • Development and progression OR AND Wakefield • Design for Advertising Wakefield • Project proposal and realisation City 4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either City An A Level or Level 3 qualification, • Motion graphics Campus English or maths Campus preferably in a relevant creative • Packaging Design subject OR • Illustration • Typographic and Layout Design A portfolio of work Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE English or maths at grade 4 or Level 2 English or Maths 30 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 31
A Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study APPRENTICESHIPS AVAILABLE Motor Vehicle Studies City & Guilds Scan QR code for more information on Automotive E3 Castleford One GCSEs 2-1 or below in English and Topics studied can include: Campus year maths • Engine operating principles courses • Brakes • Suspension • Wheels and tyres Light Vehicle Service & Repair SEG 1 Castleford Campus One year 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Topics studied can include: • Steering and suspension • Vehicle braking systems • Vehicle wheels and tyres • Battery and lighting system Motorcycle Studies SEG 1 Castleford One 3 GCSEs grade 9-1 Topics studied can include: Automotive Campus year • Correct use of tools and equipment • Basic servicing • Preparation for riding and use Motor Vehicle Body Repair/Refinishing SEG 1 Castleford Campus One year 3 GCSEs 9-1 Topics studied can include: • Vehicle body repair OR • Vehicle refinish Entry 3 and English and maths • Steering & suspension • Vehicle inspection Future Careers Motor Mechanic Earning potential: £18K-£35K Our exciting partnership Paint Sprayer with Yamaha means our Earning potential: £18K-£30K students get access to fantastic resources and the latest range of Motorsport Engineer bikes to learn with. Earning potential: £18K-£60K Source: National Careers Service Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement 32 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 33
Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study Level Campus Duration Entry requirements What you’ll study HGV Heavy Vehicle City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Body Repair (Diploma) SEG 2 Castleford Campus One year 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and maths Topics studied can include: • Engineering skills 2 Castleford Campus One year 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and maths Topics studied can include: • Body repair techniques OR • Heavy vehicle chassis systems OR • Working with others • Heavy Vehicle Engine systems • Repair and preparation of body panels Level 1 in an automotive qualification Level 2 Certificate Body Repair and • Knowledge and skills of inspection techniques plus English and maths at grade 9-3 working towards GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths Light Vehicle Service & Repair City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Refinishing (Award/Certificate) SEG 2 Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and maths Topics studied can include: 2 Castleford Campus One year 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and maths Topics studied can include: • Health & Safety Campus year • Engine units and components • Auxiliary electrical units and components OR • Paint preparation and application OR • Chassis units and components • Plastic preparation and repair Level 1 Body/Paint or equivalent with Level 2 Certificate in an automotive • Inspection of vehicles • Rectification of paint defects English and maths at Entry 3 qualification and working towards • Paint spraying methods and techniques English and maths GCSE grade 4 or • Working with others above Motorcycle Maintenance & Repair (Certificate) SEG Motor Vehicle Refinishing (Diploma) SEG 2 Castleford Campus One year 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and maths Topics studied can include: • Housekeeping 2 Castleford Campus One year 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and maths Topics studied can include: Topics studied can include: OR • Remove and replace engine units and components OR • Health & Safety • Remove and replace auxiliary electrical units and • Paint preparation and application Level 1 Motorcycle qualification with components Level 2 Award/Certificate Paint Repair • Plastic preparation and repair English and maths GCSE grade 9-3 or equivalent and working towards • Remove and replace motorcycle body panels • Rectification of paint defects GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths • Paint spraying methods and techniques • Working with others Motorcycle Maintenance & Repair (Diploma) City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Studies SEG 2 Castleford One 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and Topics studied can include: Campus year maths • Fabrication skills 2 Castleford Campus One year 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and maths Topics studied can include: • Engine units and components OR • Motorcycle workshop environment studies • Remove and refit motorcycle components OR • Auxiliary electrical units and components Level 2 Certificate in Motorcycle • Chassis units and components • Motorcycle maintenance Level 2 Certificate in an automotive Maintenance & Repair and working • Inspection of vehicles towards GCSE grade 4 or above in • Internal engine systems qualification and working towards English and maths • Electrical units and components English and maths GCSE grade 4 or above Motor Vehicle Body Repair (Certificate) SEG 2 Castleford Campus One year 5 GCSEs 9-3 including English and maths Topics studied can include: • Body repair techniques OR • Working with others • Repair and preparation of body panels Level 1 Body/Paint or equivalent with English and maths at grade 3 Progression within Wakefield College Residential Day trips Opportunity for placement Mandatory placement 34 School Leaver & Sixth Form Prospectus 2022/23 wakefield.ac.uk / Course Information 01924 789111 35
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