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BE
CHALLENGED
INSPIRED
EXTRAORDINARY
2021/22
SCHOOL LE AVER
COURSE GUIDE
part of
wcg.ac.uk 2018 OFSTED R ATED: GOOD
CONTENTS
Hello 4 Childhood Studies 45
Open Events 2020/21 5 Construction 46
More than a course 6 Countryside Management 47
Supporting you all the way 7 Digital and Cyber Technologies 48
Applying for a course 8 Engineering 49
Education explained 10 Equine and Farriery 50
It’s not all work: Social and 12 Floristry 51
sports activities Games Art and Design 52
Our students go far 14 Hair, Barbering and 53
Student awards 16 Beauty Therapies
What our students say 18 Health and Social Care 54
Apprenticeships 20 Hospitality & Catering 55
Our Warwickshire colleges 24 Motor Vehicle 56
Royal Leamington Spa College 26 Music 57
Rugby College 28 Performing and Production Arts 58
Moreton Morrell College 30 Public Services 59
Warwick Trident College 32 Re-engagement Programmes 60
A Levels 34 Sport 61
T Levels 36 Supported Learning 62
Access to Higher Education 38 Programmes
Agriculture 40 Travel and Tourism 63
Animal Welfare 41 Veterinary Nursing 65
Applied Sciences 42 Safeguarding 66
Art, Design and Media 43 Next steps 68
Business and Events 44 Student application journey 70
Management
USING THIS GUIDE
On each subject page you will see a grid displaying the courses offered and which
college each level is offered at. The colleges are abbreviated as follows:
RLS Royal Leamington Spa College
RUG Rugby College
TRI Warwick Trident College
MM Moreton Morrell College
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HELLO
19
OUR 2020/21
We understand that the next stage in your education is important and that
there are a lot of decisions to make. Don’t worry - we’re here to help! OPEN EVENTS
This guide tells you about the different courses and apprenticeships we offer as well as
how studying at a college is different from studying at school. We’ve also explained the
different course levels, what they mean and what you can do after completing them.
Don’t take our word for it - come and see for yourself what we have to offer.
SO WHY STUDY WITH US? • Locations Our Open Events are the perfect opportunity to visit our colleges, see our facilities
• Choice and freedom With over 150 bus routes running to our and chat with expert tutors - whether you’re thinking about a full-time course or
Because we have seven colleges across colleges every day, we’re sure there an apprenticeship.
Warwickshire and Worcestershire, will be an option for you. Check out our
transport route finder online or call us Undecided about your future career choices? Talk to our Careers Advice and
each with their own feel and specialist Guidance team who will be happy to help discuss your options.
subjects, we can offer you a huge choice on 0300 456 0049 and we’ll help you find
as well as specialist expertise that you the quickest and easiest way to get to
ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA COLLEGE RUGBY COLLEGE
won’t find in school. college – wcg.ac.uk/transport
• Tue 10 November 2020, 5.30pm – 8pm • Tue 17 November 2020, 5.30pm – 8pm
And, at college you’ll be treated like an • Thu 14 January 2020, 5.30pm – 8pm • Tue 19 January 2020, 5.30pm – 8pm
• Support
adult, be able to focus on a subject you
Helping you to be successful in your • Thu 18 March 2021, 5.30pm – 8pm • Tue 23 March 2021, 5.30pm – 8pm
are genuinely interested in and discover
studies and beyond is something we take
a whole new group of friends. Wherever
very seriously. Turn to pages 6 and 7 to WARWICK TRIDENT COLLEGE MORETON MORRELL COLLEGE
you’re coming from, we have a course
find out more. • Thu 12 November 2020, 5.30pm – 8pm • Sat 14 November 2020, 10am – 2pm
and study route that’s right for you -
including apprenticeships and supported • Thu 21 January 2020, 5.30pm – 8pm • Sat 16 January 2020, 10am – 2pm
learning programmes. • Thu 25 March 2021, 5.30pm – 8pm • Sat 20 March 2021, 10am – 2pm
• Results
WCG was awarded a ‘Good’ grade by HERE ARE THE OPEN EVENT DATES FOR OUR
Ofsted in March 2018. Our students COLLEGES IN WORCESTERSHIRE.
achieved a 100% A Level pass rate*. You can see the courses offered at these colleges at wcg.ac.uk
EVESHAM COLLEGE MALVERN HILLS COLLEGE
• Thu 19 November 2020, 5.30pm – 8pm • Tue 24 Nov 2020, 5.30pm – 7.30pm
• Thu 28 January 2020, 5.30pm – 8pm • Tue 26 January 2020, 5.30pm – 7.30pm
• Wed 31 March 2021, 5.30pm – 8pm • Tue 30 March 2021, 5.30pm – 7.30pm
PERSHORE COLLEGE
• Sat 21 November 2020, 10am – 1pm
• Sat 23 January 2020, 10am – 1pm
• Sat 27 April 2021, 5.30pm – 8pm
Find out more at wcg.ac.uk/openevents
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MORE THAN A COURSE SUPPORTING YOU ALL THE WAY
At WCG we believe education is not just about the vital qualifications and SAFEGUARDING INCLUSION
knowledge you need to get ahead, but the essential transferable skills to There is a full Safeguarding Team at all Our Inclusion Team will support you if
help you on your next steps, whatever they may be. Because of this, we offer WCG colleges. Students can speak to any of you have specific learning needs or an
unique learning opportunities in a supportive, friendly environment. Here is a the team at any time if they have concerns. Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
summary of what you can expect when you join us as a student: Specialist support is available for learners
WELFARE, HEALTH with dyslexia, ASD (autism spectrum
AND WELLBEING disorder), hearing or visual impairment,
An innovative, subject specific Staff at WCG are available to advise and physical needs and emotional needs.
vocational qualification to enhance your signpost on a wide variety of issues in a The team provide Access Arrangements
career prospects and / or enable you to non-judgemental and open environment. for examinations and assistive technology
progress to a further level of study. The team have input into tutorials on relevant to support independent learning.
health and wellbeing topics. There are college They provide support to learners
counsellors to help students work through transitioning from school and offer a
issues and concerns and the college nurse Preparation for Adulthood package.
MAIN is available to residential students. Learners’ needs are looked at on an
Central to PROGRAMME A meaningful individual basis and support is put in
work and industry-specific STUDENT ACCOMMODATION place to help students be successful on
life; WCG are placement to We offer on-site student accommodation
INDUSTRY their course. If you require further details
committed to ENGLISH provide you with at three of our colleges; Royal Leamington
help you succeed & MATHS PLACEMENTS ‘real life’ skills please contact us to discuss your individual
Spa, Moreton Morrell and Pershore. support needs.
in these subjects, and experience
to provide you that will A residential bursary can help those
eligible with the cost of accommodation
wcg.ac.uk/learningsupport
with better enhance your
life chances employment and a range of packages are available.
and greater prospects.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
DIGITAL & wcg.ac.uk/accommodation The 16-19 Bursary Fund exists to help
achievement. EMPLOYABILITY TUTORIALS young people who face the greatest
SKILLS LEARNING SUPPORT barriers to continuing education or
The Academic Learning Support team are training. There are grants for transport
qualified teachers who are either maths or costs, books and equipment.
A bespoke programme of An allocated Personal English specialists who provide help with
essay writing, maths, English skills and
wcg.ac.uk/moneymatters
online activities to gain wider Learning Advisor to support
skills preparing you for future your pastoral care as well more at all colleges. Support is flexible
careers, employability and as a wide range of tutorial and can be arranged to fit in around
working in a digital world. themes throughout student timetables. We also offer ‘drop in’
the year. sessions for all students at lunchtimes.
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APPLYING FOR A COURSE
You can apply for a course at any time but there’s a couple of things that will WHAT IS A FULL-TIME COURSE?
help you make the right decision. Each subject and course will be different but generally full-time courses consist of up to
three full days in college, providing you with the time outside of lessons to do independent
CHOOSING THE RIGHT COURSE study or an industry placement.
Choosing the right course can be daunting but think about what you enjoy and what
inspires you. Consider the style of teaching that you are best suited to. Once you’ve seen a APPLY ONLINE
subject area that interests you, read more information about each course on our website. Applying for a course online couldn’t be easier. Simply find the course using our search
You can work out which level of course may be best for you by looking at the table and then click ‘Apply’. You will need to provide:
on page 11. • Date of birth
You can ask any questions by calling 0300 456 0049, enquiring online or emailing • Home address
info@wcg.ac.uk • Predicted / achieved grades
• ADVICE • Your email address (one that you use frequently)
If you are unsure about which subject or course to choose, we offer high quality, • Your contact number and / or home number (if you have one)
free and independent careers advice at every college. • Your parent’s / next of kin’s / guardian’s emergency contact email
Our Careers Advice and Guidance team are happy to talk you through all your address and telephone number
options confidentially and impartially. You can also make an appointment for • Your current school / college (if you are in education)
a time that’s convenient. Call 0300 456 0048 or email advice@wcg.ac.uk • Name and address of employer (if you are employed)
• VISIT By creating an account you will be able to track your application.
We’d love you to come and see our colleges, so that you are confident that you are making
the right decision. You’ll find our open event dates in this guide and online at DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU CAN APPLY FOR MORE THAN ONE COURSE?
wcg.ac.uk/openevents Speak to us for more information.
When you apply online, our system will remember your details should you wish to apply for a
different course in the future.
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EDUCATION EXPLAINED LEVEL QUALIFICATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION
A NO-NONSENSE GUIDE TO SCHOOL LEAVER CHOICES
ENTRY Vocational Entry Level You don’t need any formal • Level 1 course
qualifications to enrol on • Supported Internship
these courses.
BTECs, A Levels, T Levels, apprenticeships ranging from Entry Level • Traineeship
Apprenticeships, Levels 1, 2 and 3... up to Level 3 and beyond, we’re sure we
what do they all mean? It can be a have something for you.
LEVEL 1 Foundation Learning Level 1 • Entry Level 3 Literacy • Level 2 course
daunting process deciding what to In this guide you will find lists of all our and Numeracy • Employment
do after school when there are so courses and the available levels. On the • GCSEs grade 1 – 2 • Intermediate Apprenticeship
many options. right is a table to show you the different
The most important thing is working qualifications you can achieve, the general
LEVEL 2 • Level 2 Certificate Typically you will need • Level 3 course
out what is right for you – which may be grades you need for each level and what (Equivalent to 1 GCSE 9 – 4) to have: • Employment
staying on at school or it could be coming they can lead to... but don’t worry if you’re • Level 2 Diploma • 4 GCSEs Grade 3 • Advanced Apprenticeship
to college. We want to help you reach your still not sure. Our expert tutors can (Equivalent to 2 GCSEs 9 – 4) including English
help you decide on the exact course and • Level 2 Extended Diploma and maths
full potential in the subject(s) you feel
(Equivalent to 4 GCSEs 9 – 4) or
passionate about - the ones that make you level you should take depending on your
• Intermediate Apprenticeship • Level 1 qualification in
feel really excited to start your career. predicted grades and your aspirations. All (Level 2) a relevant subject
With a huge range of A Levels, T Levels, you need to do is pick the subject area you These certificates and diplomas
BTECs and other full-time courses and like and apply or come along to one of our are often referred to by awarding
Open Events to find out more. body name such as BTEC,
City & Guilds, etc.
LEVEL 3 • T Levels Typically you will need • Employment
• A Levels to have: • University / college
• Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma • 4/5 GCSEs Grade 9-4 (Bachelor’s or Foundation
(Equivalent to 1 A Level) including maths and degree)
• Level 3 Diploma English • Higher Apprenticeship
(Equivalent to 2 A Levels) or
• Level 3 Extended Diploma • Level 2 qualification
(Equivalent to 3 A Levels) with a Merit profile
• Advanced Apprenticeship and GCSE English
(Equivalent to 3 A Levels) and maths Grade 4 or
The diplomas are often referred above
to as BTEC qualifications, or by
awarding body name such as
CACHE, City & Guilds, etc.
LEVEL 4 & 5 • Foundation and Higher Typically you will need • University / college
National Diploma to have: (Bachelor’s degree)
• Foundation degree • Full Level 3 • Degree Apprenticeship
• Higher Apprenticeship or • Employment
• A Levels / T Levels
LEVEL 6 Bachelor’s degree Typically you will need • Post graduate education
to have: • Employment
• Full Level 3
or
• A Levels / T Level
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IT’S NOT ALL WORK: SOCIAL AND SPORTS ACTIVITIES Whichever college you choose, you’ll find lots of opportunities to get involved in new activities and make new friends. Being a large and diverse college group, there are all kinds of other events for you to enjoy such as exhibitions, performances, fairs, visiting speakers and much more. STUDENTS’ UNION From freshers’ fairs to fundraising for charity, nights out to daytrips, there’s loads to get involved in at college outside of the classroom – all thanks to your Students’ Union (SU). The SU is managed by students who are elected by you to make sure your voice is heard. You’ll become a member the moment you enrol on a course, so you can enjoy the benefits straight away. You can even run for election and develop stand- out leadership skills while you’re at college. FITNESS FACILITIES Rugby, Moreton Morrell, and Royal Leamington Spa colleges all have sports and fitness facilities which students can use. For more information see wcg.ac.uk/gyms For residential students at Moreton Morrell College and Royal Leamington Spa College, our Sports and Social Co-ordinators organise exciting opportunities for getting involved in sport and physical activities, volunteering and coaching to help you develop skills for life, make new friends and enjoy your time at college. 12 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY
OUR STUDENTS GO FAR
WE’RE PROUD THAT OUR 16-18 STUDENTS HAVE GONE ON TO DO GREAT THINGS.
Look how many of our students went directly into employment or further
and higher education*: HEALTH AND
SOCIAL CARE AND
ANIMAL AGRICULTURE EARLY YEARS
WELFARE & & COUNTRYSIDE
VETERINARY
NURSING 94% CONSTRUCTION
94% 100%
96%
MOTOR VEHICLE
HORTICULTURE ENGINEERING SPORT AND
PUBLIC
BUSINESS
96% 97% SERVICES
HAIR &
BEAUTY 92% CREATIVE ARTS
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for learners aged 16-18.
STUDENT AWARDS Rugby College Student of the Year:
Katie - Level 3 Early Years
Each year our exceptional students are celebrated for their achievements. Katie received the award after completing the Children’s
In June 2020 a total of 133 learners studying at WCG colleges were recognised Play, Learning and Development course at Rugby College.
for their hard work, dedication and attainment throughout the 2019/20 She initially won the Outstanding Achievement award for
academic year. Certificates were presented to all students who were put Early Years and was put forward by her tutors for the Rugby
forward by teaching teams for the categories of Commitment to Learning, College Student of the Year award – with a panel awarding
Outstanding Achievement and Student of the Year. her the overall prize.
She is planning to attend the University of Northampton to
study Special Educational Needs and Inclusion, with plans
AWARD WINNERS 2020 to complete a teaching conversion course afterwards.
Royal Leamington Spa College Student of the Year: Katie said: “I feel very proud and honoured that I’ve been recognised by my teachers for
Oliver - Level 3 Digital and Cyber Technologies my hard work and dedication. I was shocked too, especially to win two awards. I love
Oliver won the top prize at Royal Leamington Spa working with children, I think they’re absolutely amazing. I had a really good experience
College where he completed a two-year extended at Rugby College. I made loads of friends and the tutors were really supportive and they
diploma in Computing. Alongside winning the overall worked hard to make sure I was in the best position to get to university.”
college prize, he was also named as Digital and Cyber
Technologies Student of the Year by his tutors.
He has now received an offer to attend Oxford Brookes University Moreton Morrell College Student of the Year:
to study Computer Science and will be the first member of his immediate Todd - Level 1 Land-based Studies
family to attend university. Todd won the overall prize at Moreton Morrell College as
Oliver said: “I was very happy when I heard I won the award but to be honest I didn’t well as the Land-Based Studies Student of the Year.
actually believe it for a bit! My family is proud of me and the award is already on the He is now hoping to progress to a Level 2 Diploma in
mantelpiece. Computing has always been a passion of mine and is something I’d really like Agriculture at Moreton Morrell College as he looks forward to
to get into for a job. I saw that the college had a good course and so I decided to travel to a career in estate management.
Leamington. I enjoyed helping my course mates to improve too.”
Todd said: “I was quite surprised and pleased to win the awards.
It’s made me and my family quite proud. I had done a Level 1 Diploma in
Animal Care and then moved on to Land-Based Studies. The course was quite practical
Warwick Trident College Student of the Year: so you could get your hands dirty and experience things that you are learning about
Ali - Level 3 Engineering which was great. I even learnt to drive a tractor! The tutors were very helpful and made
Ali completed a two-year Engineering course at Warwick Trident the lessons interesting. I am hoping to go on to a Level Two Diploma in Agriculture and in
College, which boasts state-of-the-art engineering workshops the future, would like to manage an estate.”
and laboratories, as well as motor vehicle facilities.
He is now looking to continue studying engineering at university
and pursue a career in aerospace automation in the future.
Ali said: “Engineering has been my passion from a young age and
I want to take it forward and follow it as a career. My final year
project was a robotic arm. It was a small scale robotic arm which
I built completely from scratch using different aspects of engineering. I enjoyed my time
at the college and made some good friends. The tutors helped me to achieve my goals
too and it was a good experience.” Student Awards winners 2019
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
I wanted a complete change of career and I enjoyed the freedom to personalise
decided to change office work for farm work. my studies and areas the course
I wanted to learn as much as possible about offered, therefore I could focus on the
the world of farming, and I knew Moreton areas I wanted to do and in what I
Morrell offered a good course locally that enjoyed. For example, I enjoyed very
meant I wouldn’t have to move away from home. much doing Logic Programming and
The best thing about my course has been learning about the decided to study this further.
latest farming practises and technologies, which will put me at a
The lecturers at college make the
great advantage in my career. The support and encouragement from my tutors has
experience of studying there so enjoyable. I
been fantastic. They have always believed in me and pushed me to achieve the best
have decided to do Electronic Engineering at
grade I possibly can. They are also extremely knowledgeable, helping to expand
University with the objective of specialising in
my learning beyond what is required of the course. I am moving to Bridgwater to
Machine Learning technologies.
attend University Centre Somerset in 2020 to study a BSc degree in Agricultural
Management. I also hope to set up my own business whilst I am down there. Rodrigo, Level 3 Engineering at Rugby College
Annelie, Level 3 Agriculture at Moreton Morrell College
I chose this course as I would like Last year I decided on a career
to work with children, especially change. Farriery is something
those with learning difficulties I’ve always been interested in; this
as I would like to help those with course was a great chance to start
similar needs to my own. The down that path. Having not worked with
Leamington Spa campus is local horses for a few years, the horse management
with excellent facilities and amazing element along with the forging certificate
staff. The tutors, including the support seemed a brilliant way to gain more experience.
staff have made the course interesting
The teaching has been great on this course. Tutors have also assisted with
and engaging. suggestions on people to contact for work experience and apprenticeship
As a deaf / hard of hearing student, all of the staff have supported me by opportunities. The facilities have been great; the forge and equine
ensuring they understand my specific needs. I am planning to continue my centre provide a great environment to learn in. I am now seeking an
studies at WCG onto the next level. apprenticeship to continue my development in the farriery industry.
Joshua, Farrier Access Course at Moreton Morrell College
Elise, Level 2 Childhood Studies at Royal Leamington Spa College
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Get fantastic on-the-job experience with an apprenticeship. ALL APPRENTICESHIPS HAVE AN
With an apprenticeship you can earn while you learn. They are the ideal way to develop EQUIVALENT EDUCATION LEVEL:
knowledge, skills and behaviours within the workplace while undertaking study. You will • Intermediate - equivalent to five GCSE passes
We have
combine industry training with college, gaining experience and qualifications. You will
need an employer to take part in an apprenticeship but we can help you with that.
• Advanced - equivalent to three A Level passes
• Higher - can lead to NVQ Level 4 and above,
2500+
apprentices
or a Foundation degree
WHAT AREAS DO APPRENTICESHIPS COVER? TRAINING WITH US
Pretty much anything! The majority of our apprenticeships are in technical subjects, but AT A N Y O N E T I M E
we cover lots of other subjects too.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS
• Work alongside experienced staff
• Accounting • Dental Nursing • Human Resources
• Earn a wage and get holiday pay Working with
• Adult Care • Early Years Education • IT
• Agriculture • Electrotechnical • Land-based
• Develop transferable skills that can be
used across a range of industries
1100+
• Animal Care & • Engineering Service Engineering
• Enhance future career prospects
EMPLOYERS
Veterinary Nursing • Equine & Farriery • Marketing ACROSS THE
• Build your confidence MIDLANDS AND
• Bricklaying • Events • Motor Vehicle
• Degree apprenticeship progression opportunities N AT I O N A L LY
• Business Administration • Hair • Plumbing
• Carpentry & Joinery • Horticulture • Team Leading WHO CAN APPLY?
• Customer Service • Hospitality • Welding Apprenticeships are available to anyone over the age
of 16. There is no upper age limit for an apprentice.
O U T S TA N D I N G
You will work towards an employer-led Apprenticeship Standard. Dependent Apprenticeships can be completed by someone who has
APPRENTICESHIP
on the discipline and sector this could include a range of qualifications such as joined an organisation specifically as an apprentice,
S U C C E S S R AT E
an NVQ, a Technical Certificate and Functional Skills. or by an existing employee.
8% ABOVE
HOW TO APPLY national average*
Visit our website for more information on all of the
apprenticeships we offer and also to see our live
vacancies. You can register your interest in a particular
apprenticeship or apply for a job straight away if there’s
a suitable vacancy. We are constantly adding new
vacancies so don’t be disappointed if there isn’t one for
you; get in contact and we’ll be able to help!
wcg.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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apprenticeship resultsWHAT DO THE APPRENTICES SAY? WHAT DO THE EMPLOYERS SAY?
Beth completed an apprenticeship in advanced manufacturing,
engineering and design with Jaguar Land Rover and studied at
Warwick Trident College. We take on apprentices because we’ve got
a lot of knowledge within Ricardo and we
need to make sure we pass that on to the
next generation of engineers.
Beth said: “I’d never really considered an
Our apprentices from WCG have developed
apprenticeship but I had a leaflet come through
through the company and are now in
for the ‘Young Women in the Know’ scheme,
prominent positions, i.e. team leaders
and I was really interested from there. I’m
and manufacturing engineers.
in a better position than a lot of people
my age now. I was quite shy at school John Walker, Head of Manufacturing at Ricardo
and being thrown into the world of work
definitely helped me to come out of my
shell. I’ve learned all the skills associated
with manufacturing and design, but doing an
apprenticeship has definitely helped me to
We are committed to nurturing talent,
improve as a person as well.”
and we have had 17 apprentices since 2010.
Beth - Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering and Design Apprentice with Jaguar Land Rover
For us, it is about imparting knowledge and skills to
those who haven’t worked yet, or are re-training, and
supporting them as part of the organisation.
Josh is studying a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Anne Doughty, HR Manager, Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
in Architectural Joinery at Moreton Morrell
College, and was recognised by a member of the
City of London Livery Companies.
He was invited to the official residence of the Lord Mayor of
London prior to the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, to be
presented with the annual prize of £500 awarded by the
Worshipful Company of Joiners and Ceilers, which is one
of the trade guilds known as livery companies.
Josh said: “I really enjoy my work and combining that with
studying has been great for me. The tutors are very helpful, and keen
to put us forward for competitions and awards to demonstrate our skills.”
Josh – Architectural Joinery Apprentice with OFW Joinery
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CAMPUSES
• Moreton Morrell College • Royal Leamington Spa College
• Rugby College • Warwick Trident College
ACCOMMODATION
M42 • Moreton Morrell College
• Royal Leamington Spa College
Nuneaton
M69 Birmingham TRAVEL LINKS
• Leamington Spa direct train links to
M6
Birmingham (30 mins), Manchester (2 hours 15 mins),
London (1 hour 20 mins) and Oxford (40 mins)
M6 • Birmingham Airport – 30 mins by train or car
Coventry
• Heathrow Airport – 1½ hours by car
Rugby • Rugby – direct train links to Birmingham (40 mins), London (from 1 hour)
A46
M42
Royal
POINTS OF INTEREST & THINGS TO DO
Leamington Spa • Warwick Castle • Shakespeare’s Birthplace
A426
• Anne Hathaway’s Cottage • British Motor Museum
Warwick
• Jephson Gardens • Ricoh Arena, Coventry
Warwickshire • Experience an eclectic mix of local crafts, artists, traders and entertainers
at the annual two-day Peace Festival in the heart of Leamington Spa.
M40
One not to be missed!
Stratford-upon-Avon
A423
• Watch a play at one of three theatres in Stratford-upon-Avon. Shows are
A46
broadcast live around the world, and you might even see someone you
recognise on stage
• Be wowed by the turrets of Warwick Castle where you can see a jousting
contest come to life, or explore the castle’s history within the depths of
their dungeon
• Visit the world-class destination of Ricoh Arena.
An array of sporting events, including rugby
and football, awaits. Plus, you can expect to see some of
the world’s biggest entertainment acts performing
24 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | info@wcg.ac.uk | wcg.ac.uk 25ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA COLLEGE Royal Leamington Spa College has a really modern feel and we’re sure you’ll be impressed. The facilities are excellent and the social life is, too – you’ll make so many friends and of course you’re very close to town for shopping and going out. • We’re well connected with lots of buses to bring you from home and transport you to our other colleges if you need that. • Our construction, plumbing and electrical installation workshops are bespoke and we have a great fabrication and welding workshop. • Our STEM Centre has Nao robots, 3D printers and the latest VR kit for testing our games designs. • We have a small gig venue on site where our music students put on live shows. • Our students stage fashion shows, art exhibitions and special effects make up displays through the year and there are hair and beauty salons here too. • Eat with your friends at the Bistro or Refectory or relax on the grass at the nearby park. • Focus on a subject you really enjoy and get treated like an independent adult learner. WHAT’S ON OFFER • A Levels • Hair, beauty and barbering • T Levels • Health and social care • Applied sciences • Hotel, tourism and • Art, design and media destination management • Business • Music • Childhood studies • Production arts • Digital and cyber technologies • Re-engagement programmes • Construction • Supported learning programmes • Events management • Apprenticeships • Games art and design 26 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY *2019 / 20 A Level results
RUGBY COLLEGE Rugby College is a modern college which has a great learning atmosphere because of its mix of curriculum including acting, engineering, hairstyling and construction as well as lots of other subjects. • Our modern campus has an on-site sports hall, gym and all-weather pitch. We also have a nursery, restaurant, shop and library. • There is lots of parking and we’re well connected to buses and Rugby train station (only a five minute walk). • Regular shows from our Performing Arts students are worth seeing as well as the end of year theatre festival. • You can play pool in the Students’ Union or take a short walk down to Elliott’s Field for some shopping and there’s a Cineworld, McDonald’s and other well known brands nearby. • Extensive engineering facilities with a wide range of technology in our Power Academy as well as motor vehicle workshops. • Fantastic facilities for brickwork, carpentry and plumbing. • Hair and beauty students have four salons to work in and there’s a 150 seat theatre for performances or gigs. • State-of-the-art catering facilities including fully equipped training kitchens and a commercial kitchen serving the restaurant, which is open to the public. WHAT’S ON OFFER • Health and social care • A Levels • Hospitality and catering • Art and design • Motor vehicle • Business • Performing arts • Childhood studies • Public services • Construction • Sport • Digital and cyber technologies • Re-engagement programmes • Engineering • Supported learning programmes • Events management • Travel and tourism • Hair, beauty and barbering • Apprenticeships 28 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY
MORETON MORRELL COLLEGE Moreton Morrell College is a stunning place to study and to live. It has 750 acres of countryside - giving our land-based students a fantastic ‘real life’ learning environment. • We have a working commercial livestock and arable farm enterprise with a large beef herd and sheep flock. You’ll get the chance to help out at lambing and have lots of hands-on time on the farm. • We have stabling for over 100 horses so you can bring your horse with you while you study, plus we have a state-of-the-art purpose-built farriery teaching centre alongside two blacksmithing forges. • Our new Sports Hall and all weather pitches can be used by Sports students or student teams. Our Football Academy in partnership with Leamington FC opens up great new opportunities for budding footballers and coaches. • The Equine Centre is a great place to develop your competition skills while you study. There is a full annual calendar of equine events and we are proud to host British Eventing horse trials at Moreton Morrell. • Our extensive Animal Centre includes a hundred species of animals including exotics, reptiles and mammals. Popular animals such as meerkats, coatis and porcupines are all part of the centre’s attraction. A well established partnership with the Blue Cross and Cats Protection includes a superb on-site cattery. • Bespoke construction workshops include extensive carpentry and bricklaying learning spaces. WHAT’S ON OFFER • Equine and farriery • Agriculture (including agricultural • Football Academies engineering) • Floristry • Animal welfare • Sport and fitness • Blacksmithing • Supported learning courses • Construction • Veterinary nursing • Countryside management • Apprenticeships 30 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY
WARWICK TRIDENT COLLEGE Warwick Trident College is unashamedly dedicated to engineering and motor vehicle study, with a highly professional atmosphere as well as excellent facilities. If you’re focused on a future in engineering or motor vehicle, this college is one of our two centres in Warwickshire specialising in these professions. • First class laboratory and practical engineering workshops. • Advanced machining centre and robotic facilities. • Comprehensive vehicle engineering facilities with 1000m2 of workshops, fitted with the latest industry test equipment and a separate 400kw rolling road. • Vehicle diagnostic equipment including 4-wheel alignment systems, brake and suspension testers, management systems analysers and 450hp chassis dynamometers. • A wide range of training vehicles, including Range Rover and Jaguar. • There’s an on-site refectory and pool table as well as a library. • Our motorsport team often take students to external events and help them take part in competitions. • Engineering students enjoy the opportunity to undertake visits to national and international companies as well as to events that will enhance their learning. WHAT’S ON OFFER • Engineering • Motor vehicle • Apprenticeships 32 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY
A LEVELS
We’re very proud of our A Level
students who work extremely
hard and gain excellent results –
they achieved a 100% pass rate I’m really pleased. I was expecting
in August 2020*. A, B, B and was surprised
We provide students with an adult about the A in English.
learning environment where
they have the independence to
I’m really happy. Part of the reason I
take control of their studies went to Rugby College was because
which sets them up for of the accessibility. It was a challenge
success at university and starting A Levels in a wheelchair
the working world. because I had just had surgery
and was in cast for 12 weeks. They were
Our high-quality resources at
really good with accessibility.
Royal Leamington Spa College
and Rugby College include Lillie, 18 - achieved AAB in English Language and Literature, Sociology and Criminology
expansive libraries, dedicated study and secured a place to study Primary Teaching at Northampton University.
areas, friendly tutors and all of the
leisure facilities you’d expect at
college. Our personalised study
programmes mean there’s truly
something for everyone.
SUBJECTS AVAILABLE
COURSE ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA COLLEGE RUGBY COLLEGE
Applied Law (BTEC) Yes Yes
Applied Science (BTEC)
Yes
- equivalent to three A Levels
Business Studies Yes
Criminology Yes Yes
Economics Yes
English Literature Yes Yes
Psychology Yes Yes
Sociology Yes Yes
34 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY *2019 / 20 A Level results APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | info@wcg.ac.uk | wcg.ac.uk 35T LEVELS
T Levels are a brand new qualification HOW ARE T LEVELS GRADED? UCAS points will only be allocated to the
designed to give you a head start towards Once you complete your T Level, there overall T Level grade, so you must achieve
the future you want. The 2-year T Level are several options that are available to at least an overall pass grade to receive
qualification brings classroom and work you. These include moving into full-time UCAS points.
placement together on a course designed employment, an apprenticeship or
WHEN AND HOW CAN I APPLY?
alongside employers and businesses. higher education.
You can apply for a September start at any
Your T Level will help you to your next step - whether this is straight To help T Level students get into higher time throughout the year. Find the course
into your chosen career, an apprenticeship or a degree. education, UCAS tariff points have been on our website at wcg.ac.uk/study and
allocated to T Levels, which means they simply click ‘Apply now’ which will take you
WHAT ARE T LEVELS? WILL THEY BE RECOGNISED will be equivalent to three A Levels. to our online application form.
T Levels are a new qualification designed BY EMPLOYERS?
to give you a head start towards the T Levels are designed with businesses
future you want. They follow GCSEs and and employers, to make sure you have
are equivalent to three A Levels. The the skills and knowledge they are
2-year qualification brings classroom and looking for in an employee.
work placement together, on a course
designed with employers and businesses. WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO
T Levels give you the opportunity to
I NEED TO APPLY? EQUIVALENT TO
You will need a minimum of five GCSEs
experience an industry while you
at grades 4-9 including Maths and THREE A LEVELS
continue your studies, with the
opportunity to specialise later.
English at grade 4. LEVEL 3
While gaining practical experience,
you also achieve the qualifications
QUALIFICATION
needed to move into a higher level of
study, if you choose to later.
DAYS IN
INDUSTRY
HOW LONG IS THE
INDUSTRY PLACEMENT?
45 PLACEMENT
An industry placement lasts around
45 days, undertaken as a block or as
20%
individual days. WORK
The specific length of the placement
and when it will take place will differ
depending on your T Level.
80%
CLASSROOM
DESIGNED
WHAT COURSES CAN I STUDY?
WITH
COURSE
Digital Support Services T Level
LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3
RLS
EMPLOYERS
Digital Support Services Transition Programme RLS
36 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARYACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION (19+)
AN ALTERNATIVE ROUTE TO A DEGREE
If you don’t have the traditional study for a degree. Students study in a
qualifications to get onto a supportive environment with other
degree programme, you can adult learners.
take a different route. We offer a range of industry-specific
Access to HE (Higher Education) diplomas courses so that you can start working
are one-year full-time courses that towards your chosen career straight away.
prepare students aged 19 years plus to Visit wcg.ac.uk/access for more info.
LOCATIONS
COURSE LOCATION
Access to HE – Art and Design Malvern Hills College
Access to HE – Business and Accounting Royal Leamington Spa & Rugby College
Access to HE – Digital Security and Technology Royal Leamington Spa
Access to HE – Engineering Rugby College
Royal Leamington Spa, Rugby,
Access to HE – Health Professions
Malvern Hills and Evesham colleges
Access to HE – Midwifery Royal Leamington Spa & Rugby College
Access to HE – Nursing Royal Leamington Spa & Rugby College
Access to HE – Science Royal Leamington Spa College
Access to HE – Social Science Rugby College
Access to HE – Social Science and Humanities Royal Leamington Spa College
I applied to go to University after my A Levels but missed
Please note these courses are only available to students aged 19 years plus. out by one grade so I took a year out before doing this course.
I didn’t enjoy the sixth form I was at so I decided not to retake
my A Levels and when I found out universities accepted this
course I decided to enrol. It’s a lot more intensive workload
but I feel like access is teaching you how to study at university,
with research and study skills as part of the course.
I’ve got my place at University of Northampton to do midwifery - I’m so pleased
to have finally got there. I was on the phone to my mum and we were both in
tears - they know how long it’s taken to get me to this point.
38 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY Sarah – Access to HE Diploma in Social Science and HealthAGRICULTURE ANIMAL WELFARE
Agriculture is more than just Our students will have full access to our
farming; one of the world’s biggest working farm including:
businesses, there are over 200 • Commercial sheep and beef enterprises
different career areas available. • Forage and arable crops
Working with animals is an fish to exotics including coatis, meerkats,
You will be trained in all practical areas • Farm mechanisation, tools
incredibly rewarding career. porcupines, raccoon dogs and marmosets.
of farming and will leave equipped with and machinery
knowledge in science, technology and Our Animal Centre is the perfect place to You may also benefit from learning on a
• O
ngoing farm trials with
innovation as well as business, which develop your animal welfare and practical fully working farm giving you access to
agriculture businesses
is highly sought after by employers. skills with a wide range of resident work with commercial livestock such as
• E xtensive areas of natural habitat animals such as rabbits, reptiles and cattle and sheep.
• E
xcellent links with employers to
provide additional work experience
SUBJECT LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3
Animal Care MM MM
SUBJECT LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 Animal Management (Zoological Science, Exotics and Conservation) MM
Agriculture MM MM Animal Management (Companion Care, Farm Parks and Rescue) MM
Blacksmithing and Metalworking MM
Land-based Studies MM
DID YOU CAREER STATS*
KNOW? No. of Jobs in Sector = 2,095 (2019)
DID YOU
DID YOU CAREER
CAREER STATS
*
STATS* Moreton Morrell % Change 2020-25 = +0.3% (West Midlands)
KNOW?
KNOW? No. of
of Jobs
Jobs in
in Sector
Sector =
= 6,167
6,167 (2019)
(2019) College hosts a large
No. Median Hourly Wage = £9.19
Agriculture
Agriculture % Change
Change 2020-25
2020-25 = = +1.1%
+1.1% Animal Welfare Centre
% Annual Job Openings = 102 (avg per year)
students
students have Median with animals such
have Median Hourly
Hourly Wage
Wage == £9.78
£9.78
the
the oppurtunity
oppurtunity Annual as coatis, meerkats, TYPICAL CAREERS
Annual Job
Job Openings
Openings =
= 321
321 (avg
(avg per
per year)
year)
to
to learn
learn on
on our
our porcupines, raccoon • Animal care services • Managers and
230 hectacre
230 hectare TYPICAL CAREERS
TYPICAL CAREERS dogs, marmosets, • Veterinary nurses and proprietors
commercial
commercial farm. in forestry, fishing and
farm. ••Conservation
Conservation professional
professional ••Landscaper
Landscaper pygmy hedgehogs, physiotherapists
• Farm manager ••Livestock tortoise, spiders, related services
• Farm manager Livestock manager
manager • Managers and proprietors
insects, snakes and so in agriculture and
••Field
Field agronomist
agronomist
*EMSI Analyst data *EMSI Analyst data
and forecast 2020-2025 much more. horticulture and forecast 2020-2025
40 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | info@wcg.ac.uk | wcg.ac.uk 41APPLIED SCIENCES ART, DESIGN & MEDIA
The creative industries continue to with spaces to meet the creative needs of
grow and make a vital contribution our students and our courses encompass
to the UK’s economy. In a rapidly many different practises from Fine Art
changing employment marketplace, to Fashion, 3D Design to Games Art,
the creative sector is one of the few Photography to Film and Television.
areas at little risk of automation. Along with our links with University of
Our Royal Leamington Spa and Rugby the Arts London, these courses make
colleges offer facilities in a vast range WCG the perfect place to begin your
of creative subjects, such as dedicated career in the arts.
These exciting programmes which each unit of study you will investigate studios and state-of-the-art equipment.
focus on forensic and criminal how each subject relates to your chosen The School of Arts building is designed
investigation or biomedical science pathway on this course.
are ideal for students who want Extended Diplomas are a technical
to work in the fascinating areas of alternative to academic study such as SUBJECT LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4
medical and forensic science. A Levels. These courses give an insight Art and Design RLS RLS & RUG RLS & RUG
You will learn about the principles and into two evolving industries which have Art and Design (Foundation Diploma) RLS & RUG RLS & RUG
practicalities of working in a scientific great career prospects and are highly Creative Media Production / Film and Television Production RLS RLS
setting and the practical application of valued by universities. Furniture Making and 3D Design RLS
biology, physics and chemistry. Through Furniture Making and Design RLS
Fashion and Clothing RLS
Games Art and Design RLS
SUBJECT LEVEL 3 Visual Communication (Graphic Design, Interactive Media, and Photography) RLS
Applied Science (Biomedical Science / Forensic and Criminal Investigation) RLS 3D Design RLS
DID YOU CAREER STATS* DID YOU CAREER STATS*
KNOW? No. of Jobs in Sector = 28,809 (2019) KNOW? No. of Jobs in Sector = 9,690 (2019)
Royal Leamington % Change 2020-25 = +2.4% Each year our annual % Change 2020-25 = +2.4%
Spa College has Median Hourly Wage = £19.60 end of year shows Median Hourly Wage = £15.89
state-of-the-art Annual Job Openings = 1,245 (avg per year) presented by all school Annual Job Openings = 405 (avg per year)
new science labs of arts students
full of the latest TYPICAL CAREERS showcase the best in TYPICAL CAREERS
gadgets including: • Nurses • Biological scientists art, design and craft. • Product, clothing and • Printers
Apple TV linked up • Medical practioners and biochemists related designers • Arts officers, producers
to iPad technology, • Engineering porfessionals • Research and • Photographers, audio- and directors
interactive • Police officers development managers visual and broadcasting
whiteboards and 3D (up to sergeant) equipment operators
*EMSI Analyst data *EMSI Analyst data
television screens. • Lab technicians and forecast 2020-2025 • Graphic designers and forecast 2020-2025
42 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | info@wcg.ac.uk | wcg.ac.uk 43BUSINESS & EVENTS MANAGEMENT CHILDHOOD STUDIES
Business and Events Management works in a modern way using
Working in childcare and environment and resources that support
are fast-changing and continuously collaborative learning with Google
packages. Our course is designed to development is hugely curriculum delivery. Work placement is
growing areas, offering a wealth of an integral part of the course structure
help you to progress on to university, rewarding - helping children to
career opportunities. and a dedicated Placement Team
employment or an apprenticeship. develop physically, emotionally,
Whether it’s running your own business, intellectually and socially. supports students in this area.
or making a business run smoothly, our Events students will benefit from industry
The sector provides many different career Our courses will provide you with the
professional and experienced staff will placements with local hotels, tourist
paths, such as teacher, private nanny, knowledge, experience and qualifications
support you to develop your skills to attractions and restaurants. They will
au pair, children’s representative, nursery you need to progress to the next stage,
make sure you really are the best in the then have the option to progress onto
worker or teaching assistant. whether this is working in the sector or
business! The Business department an apprenticeship.
moving on to further study at college
We have dedicated teaching rooms
or university.
fully equipped to replicate a nursery
SUBJECT LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3
Business RLS & RUG RLS & RUG
Business and Digital Technologies RLS & RUG SUBJECT LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3
Events Management RLS Childhood and Health Studies RLS & RUG
Childhood Studies (Early Years Educator) RLS & RUG RLS & RUG
CAREERS CAREER STATS*
ADVICE & APPRENTICESHIPS CAREER STATS*
No. of Jobs in Sector = 66,294 (2019)
GUIDANCE % Change 2020-25 = +2.1% Get fantastic on-the-job No. of Jobs in Sector = 4,779 (2019)
Speak to our expert Median Hourly Wage = £18.62 experience. See pages % Change 2020-25 = +2.1% (West Midlands)
team for impartial Annual Job Openings = 3,137 (avg per year) 20 – 23 for full details on Median Hourly Wage = £9.40
careers advice how to apply. Annual Job Openings = 239 (avg per year)
and guidance. TYPICAL CAREERS Visit wcg.ac.uk/
• Managers / directors • Business / financial project TYPICAL CAREERS
0300 456 0048 apprenticeships
in retail, wholesale and management professionals • Nursery nurses • Playworkers
advice@wcg.ac.uk financial positions and assistants
• Vocational / industrial • Child and early
• Production managers and trainers and instructors • Youth and years officers
directors in manufacturing • Marketing / sales directors community workers
• Human resources and *EMSI Analyst data
• Childminders and *EMSI Analyst data
industrial relations officers and forecast 2020-2025 related occupations and forecast 2020-2025
44 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | info@wcg.ac.uk | wcg.ac.uk 45CONSTRUCTION COUNTRYSIDE
MANAGEMENT
If you’re a practical, hands-on person Our students have been successful in
and you’re interested in how things both regional and national SkillBuild
are put together, or you are interested competitions, coming away with
in construction management, our top awards.
courses could be for you. You may choose to go straight into
We have fantastic workshop facilities and employment after your course or Managing the countryside involves over 250 hectares of estate, including
experienced tutors who have invaluable undertake further study or move onto balancing the needs of rural 14 hectares of woodland, our countryside
industry experience, which will help an apprenticeship programme. industries such as agriculture and students have different habitats to
you get the best start in your career. forestry with the needs of wildlife, observe, monitor and improve, as well
and access to the countryside for as the opportunity to create new ones.
leisure and recreation. There are many career opportunities
SUBJECT ENTRY LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4 Moreton Morrell College’s estate offers in conservation, ecology, game and
Foundation Skills - Multi-Skills RUG & MM students a range of working and natural wildlife management or in managing
RLS, RUG habitats to practice new skills amongst our rural resources.
Foundation Construction Skills
& MM
woodland, grassland and wetland. With
Electrical Installation RLS & RUG RLS & RUG RLS & RUG
Plumbing RLS & RUG RLS & RUG RLS & RUG
Construction and the Built Environment RLS & RUG RUG SUBJECT ENTRY LEVEL 1 LEVEL 3
Brickwork RUG & MM RUG & MM RUG & MM Countryside Skills MM
Site Carpentry RUG & MM MM Land-based Studies MM
Carpentry and Joinery RUG & MM Wildlife and Countryside Management (Conservation and
MM
Wildlife Management)
Countryside Management (Games and Estates) MM
DID YOU CAREER STATS*
KNOW? No. of Jobs in Sector = 25,144 (2019)
DID YOU CAREER STATS*
Brickwork % Change 2020-25 = +1.8%
students teamed
KNOW? No. of Jobs in Sector = 834 (2019)
Median Hourly Wage = £13.67
up with a regional Harvest mice are the % Change 2020-25 = +2.9%
Annual Job Openings = 1,081 (avg per year)
construction only British mammal Median Hourly Wage = £16.76
company, Deeley TYPICAL CAREERS to have a prehensile Annual Job Openings = 34 (avg per year)
Construction, to • Fork-lift truck drivers • Plumbers and heating and tail, which enables
get real-life, on • Electricians / electrical fitters ventilating engineers them to grasp plant TYPICAL CAREERS
the job experience • Construction production • Carpenters and joiners stems as they move • Conservation Manager
in Ryton-on- managers and directors • Chartered surveyors through vegetation. • Countryside Officer
Dunsmore. • Elementary construction • Gamekeeper
*EMSI Analyst data *EMSI Analyst data
occupations and forecast 2020-2025 • Park Ranger and forecast 2020-2025
46 BE CHALLENGED | BE INSPIRED | BE EXTRAORDINARY APPLY TODAY | 0300 456 0049 | info@wcg.ac.uk | wcg.ac.uk 47DIGITAL & CYBER TECHNOLOGIES ENGINEERING
Our courses in Digital and Cyber of the Business or Technology sector Engineering affects every aspect of The strength of our engineering
Technologies are designed to get you would like to continue your study. our lives from vehicles to buildings programmes lies in our state-of-the-art
you into a career in one of the You can progress on to Level 3 in your and the technology we use. facilities, success rates and extensive
most vibrant and successful preferred area. We offer courses that allow industry links – including internationally-
Engineers design, manufacture
employment sectors in the UK. you to specialise in creative computing, renowned companies such as Cummins,
and test across many fields, such as
programming, software design, games Alstom, GE Energy, Rolls-Royce, Jaguar
The Digital and Cyber industry contributes mechanical, electrical, production and
development, interactive media production, Land Rover, Aston Martin, Mercedes and
£71 billion to the UK economy and has civil engineering. Our courses allow you to
networking, computer hardware and the rail companies.
a job market growing at four times the follow any of these routes into any industry
brand new cybersecurity pathway.
national rate. On the Level 2 course, you and are delivered by professionally trained Our students progress to highly respected
will have the opportunity to develop a wide We have excellent facilities and courses engineers who have in-depth knowledge universities, employment and sought
range of Business and Digital Technology which are delivered by expert staff who and experience, using industry standard after apprenticeship programmes.
skills enabling you to choose which area will support you into the exciting world of software and equipment.
digital and cyber technologies.
SUBJECT LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4
SUBJECT LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3
Engineering RUG & TRI RUG & TRI RUG
Business and Digital Technologies RLS & RUG
Engineering Enhanced Level 3 *
RUG & TRI
Digital Information Technology RLS & RUG
Electric Vehicle Technology TRI
Digital Support Services T Level - see page 36 for RLS
*Subject to existing qualifications, Level 3 students have an option to study A Level Maths as an additional qualification.
Digital Support Services Transition Programme RLS
DID YOU CAREER STATS*
DID YOU CAREER STATS* KNOW? No. of Jobs in Sector = 27,051 (2019)
KNOW? No. of Jobs in Sector = 2,273 (2019) Warwick Trident % Change 2020-25 = +2.6% (for West Midlands)
Our students can % Change 2020-25 = +1.6% College hosts Median Hourly Wage = £16.13
access IT facilities Median Hourly Wage = £18.84 first class Annual Job Openings = 1,044 (avg per year)
with industry Annual Job Openings = 80 (avg per year) laboratory
standard and practical TYPICAL CAREERS
software and TYPICAL CAREERS engineering • Vehicle technicians, • Mechanical engineers
design suites in • Computer consultancy • Security specialist workshops mechanics and electricians • Engineering technicians
order to assist activities • Computer programming including advanced • Metal working production • Production and process /
with testing • Other information activities machining centre and maintenance fitters quality control and planning
and real-world technology and computer and robotic • Design / development engineers engineers
*EMSI Analyst data *EMSI Analyst data
procedures. service activities and forecast 2020-2025 facilities. • Engineering professionals and forecast 2020-2025
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