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2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION APPLYING FOR OPEN DAYS Contents 2 YOUR COURSE To find out when all the College Welcome Student Success 4 6 Open Days and Events are happening, visit southdevon.ac.uk/events. Destinations and Progression 8 South Devon High School 9 Apprenticeships 10 OUR NEW HI TECH & University Centre South Devon 12 14 DIGITAL CENTRE Campus Locations Let us help you begin your journey. Hi Tech & Digital Centre 16 It’s simple to get started. Read on to find out more about applying for your course. 8 Careers 18 Financial Help 19 Travel 20 HOW FAR WILL YOU GO? Learning Support and Resources 22 Student Wellbeing 24 The majority of our students go The latest addition to the Paignton on to do great things, whether Campus is our revolutionary Hi Tech Student Life 25 that’s continuing their studies & Digital Centre. Read on to find with us or elsewhere, or going out 26 out what impact the class-leading 16 How to Apply 26 into employment. facilities could have on your studies. Your Study Programme 27 Your Course Explained 28 Course Information 29 GETTING TO THE COLLEGE Index 92 Get in Touch 94 South Devon College is made up of a range of different campuses and facilities around South Devon. Read on to find out where all the College campuses are. 14 20 98 FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
3 COURSES A Levels and T Levels Construction Protective and Public Services A Levels 30 Brickwork 48 Protective Services 72 T Levels 32 Carpentry 50 Uniformed Public Services 74 Electrical Installation 52 Arts, Media, and Games Painting and Decorating 54 Science Art, Design, Fashion, 34 and Photography Plumbing 56 Animal and 76 Land-Based Studies Creative Digital Media 36 Hair and Beauty Applied Science 78 Automotive, Vehicle Refinishing, Beauty Therapies, Make-Up, 58 and Motorcycle and Nail Technologies Society, Care, Education, Hairdressing and Barbering 60 and Development Automotive, Vehicle Refinishing, 38 and Motorcycle Children, Young People, 80 Hi Tech Engineering and Education Business, Law, and Computing Health and Care 82 and Professional Computing and Digital 62 Social Sciences 84 Business 40 Technologies Law 42 Hi Tech Engineering in 64 Sports and Fitness Electronics and Manufacturing Adventure Sports 86 Catering, Hospitality, and Tourism Marine Technologies Sports Science, Coaching, 88 and Fitness Catering 44 Marine 66 Tourism and Hospitality 46 Supported Learning Music and Performing Arts Opportunities Music 68 Supported Learning 90 Performing Arts 70 Opportunities
4 WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome you to South Devon College, and thank you for considering us as the people to help you grow and achieve your goals. Everything we do is centred on giving you But being at South Devon College isn’t just the best possible experience as a student, about gaining qualifications. It’s also about inside and outside of the classroom. We the lively and friendly community here. want to see every individual succeed and There’s opportunity to take part in a variety achieve their goals, tackling whatever of events and activities, including some you obstacles there may be, together. Our may never have considered before. passion for learning is constant and is why As a result of our values, you can be the delivery of programmes at all levels is confident that you’ll feel included and consistently recognised as excellent. receive the support you need to progress The College offers progression routes from as part of this aspirational community. foundation level all the way through to Our forward thinking focus and innovation degrees. Thanks to this, we’ve seen many ensures that you’ll be working with state-of- thousands of students go on to reach the-art facilities and equipment no matter Laurence Frewin positive destinations following their studies what subject you’re studying. Principal and CEO with us. Our delivery of essential skills as South Devon College So, please feel free to visit our campus by part of your learning will also improve attending one of our open events to meet your job prospects. your future teachers and lecturers and see This is something that we take great pride everything that we have to offer. Thank you in. I speak from experience when I say that for considering us as the people to support our tutors and lecturers find no greater you at such an important time in your life. satisfaction than seeing students go on to I look forward to welcoming you to South achieve great things year after year. Devon College very soon. FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
5 OUR VALUES AND LEARNING CULTURE South Devon College promotes five core values through its teaching, learning, and assessment. These are: inclusion, aspiration, support, innovation, and the progress of students. Find out more below... Our learning culture aims to remove the INCLUSION barriers to learning, to meet the needs of every student, and to promote the importance of equality and diversity. South Devon College’s aspirational learning culture recognises and celebrates ASPIRATION achievement. We set high standards and continuously inspire you to succeed on your journey into employment or further study. Our learning culture provides the necessary SUPPORT support for staff and students to develop as individuals in a safe and positive learning environment. A successful learning culture is innovative INNOVATION and experimental. We embrace ideas and encourage a positive attitude, allowing you to put these skills into practice. Our students make progress towards individual goals and targets. Gaining PROGRESS confidence through your learning, you’ll develop knowledge and skills in a wide range of subjects, including maths and English.
6 STUDENT SUCCESS We’re here to ensure that you have every opportunity to succeed during your time with us, and we pride ourselves on the accomplishments of our students. Just see for yourself what our students achieve... 100% 98% 100% OVERALL PASS RATE IN 80 DIPLOMA QUALIFICATIONS OVERALL GCSE A LEVEL PASS RATE PASS RATE Based on South Devon High Based on 2020 A level results Based on 2019 results School 2019 GCSE results FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
7 AWARDS AND ACCOLADES We regularly win national and local awards and accolades that confirm our status as a leading further and higher education college. IPP Platinum Awards TEF Gold FE Choices This is the highest University Centre South South Devon College students ranking any national or Devon was awarded ‘Gold’, are amongst the most international employer or the highest level possible, satisfied in the country. We institution can achieve. by the Teaching Excellence were recognised in 2019 as the We’re the only college in the Framework, which top college in South England world to be re-accredited recognises outstanding for student satisfaction in the Platinum rating. teaching in our university- annual FE Choices learner level curriculum. satisfaction survey. AAC Outstanding IIP Health and Herald Express South Contribution to the Wellbeing Award Devon Business Awards Development of In 2019, the College was South Devon College made Apprenticeships awarded Outstanding a number of new initiatives South Devon College was that prioritise care for Business of the Year and nationally recognised for its students’ and staff’s mental Best Digital or Tech Business, Outstanding Contribution health, including training whilst also being nominated to the Development of over 40 members of staff for Apprentice Employer of Apprenticeships at the FE to become Mental Health the Year. Week AAC Apprenticeship First Aiders. Awards 2020. TES FE Awards AAT Training Matrix Award South Devon College Provider Award In 2019, the College was was shortlisted for College In 2019, we received an delighted to be of the Year in 2018, and award for the Innovation in re-accredited with the Matrix won the Employer Course Design and Delivery Standard, the unique quality Engagement Award at of our accountancy courses. benchmark for the effective the 2017 TES FE Awards. delivery of information, advice and guidance (IAG).
8 HOW FAR WILL YOU GO? Our students go on to achieve great things every year. Whether you want to find your dream job or progress to further study to become an expert in your field, you can do it with us. 97% 94% 92% positive destinatio ns Level 2 Courses positive destinatio ns Level 3 Courses positive destinatio ns Entry Level and 49% of our students continued Level 1 Courses 62% of our students continued their studies with us their studies with us (including university 61% of our students continued their studies with us 35% of our students had other courses) positive destinations (such 45% of our students progressed 31% of our students progressed as an apprenticeship, on to an apprenticeship, on to an apprenticeship, employment, employment (including self employment, or voluntary self-employment, or employment), university, or work voluntary work) voluntary work 8% 3% 6% of our students pursued of our students pursued of our students pursued other interests other interests other interests FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
9 AN EXCITING WAY TO STUDY AT 14 South Devon High School is an exciting opportunity for pupils studying at Key Stage 4. Pupils can join us at Year 10 to study We currently offer technical qualifications in: GCSEs in core subject areas, including • Animal Care English, maths, science and up to four • Business specialist technical qualifications and • Childcare and Development additional GCSEs in art, computer science, geography, history, or photography. • Computing Combining academic and technical • Creative Arts qualifications gives many young people • Digital Media the best chance of success. With expertly • Engineering trained staff and state-of-the-art • Games Development resources, you’ll develop the key skills that prepare you for employment or • Photography FIND OUT MORE • Health and Social Care You can find more information about further study. South Devon High School by visiting • Hospitality southdevon.ac.uk. • Sports and Adventure
10 AIM HIGHER WITH How does it work? Apprenticeships are available in almost every industry, and they usually last two years. You’ll be based in the workplace for four days each APPRENTICESHIPS week, with the remaining day spent at the College. You’ll also have a dedicated workplace coordinator, who will ensure you gain the relevant skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to complete your apprenticeship. What are the benefits? Apprenticeships combine paid employment, valuable work Not only will you be paid a wage during skills, and practical training. There are higher levels too, so your training, but you’ll also develop real now you can go even further with an apprenticeship. working experience, which is highly valued by employers. Apprenticeships help you get your foot in the door and often lead to a full-time job once completed. You’ll also gain transferable skills that are relevant across various industries, so your progression opportunities are endless. What if I’m not ready? If you don’t feel quite ready to start an apprenticeship, we offer courses, including traineeships, that will help you prepare for one. These courses are available in almost every area of study, to help you develop the essential skills you’ll need to succeed on an apprenticeship programme. How do I get started? Think about which apprenticeship programme you’d like to study - you can find more information in our course listings or search sdc apprenticeships online. Once you’ve applied, we’ll invite you into the College to discuss your suitability and support you in identifying the perfect employer for your apprenticeship. Whether you have a job already or not, apprenticeships are a great way to upskill in your current workplace or get into employment whilst studying. FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
11 WE CURRENTLY OFFER THE CONSTRUCTION: HORTICULTURE: FOLLOWING APPRENTICESHIPS: • Advanced Carpentry and Joinery • Bricklayer • Landscape/Horticulture Supervisor • Building Maintenance Operations MARINE: (Multi-Trade) AUTOMOTIVE, VEHICLE REFINISHING, • Carpentry and Joinery - • Boatbuilder AND MOTORCYCLE: Architectural Joiner • Composites Technician • Carpentry and Joinery- Site Carpentry • General Welder • Autocare Technician • Decorative Finishing • Marina and Boatyard Operative • Body Refinishing • Body Repair • Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting • Marine Engineer • Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair • Gas Engineering Operative • Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) • Installation Electrician/ SCIENCE: Maintenance Electrician • Laboratory Technician • Supply Chain Warehouse Operative • Plastering/Dry Lining • Vehicle Damage Paint Technician • Plumbing and Heating • Property Maintenance Operative SPORT: BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL: • Roofing Occupations • Community Sport and Health Officer • Accounts/Finance Assistant • Outdoor Activity Instructor • Personal Training • Assistant Accountant • Business Administration DIGITAL MEDIA: • School and Community Activator • Digital Marketer • Customer Service Practitioner • Supporting Teaching and Learning in • Customer Service Specialist • Junior Content Producer Physical Education and School Sport • HR Support • Paralegal ENGINEERING: SUPPORTING TEACHING: • Team Leader/Supervisor • Engineering Technician • Learning Mentor • Maintenance and Operations Engineering • Teaching Assistant CATERING: Technician • Utilities Engineering Technician • Chef de Partie • Commis Chef TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY: • Production Chef HAIR: • Hospitality Supervisor • Hospitality Team Member • Beauty Therapist CHILDCARE AND EARLY YEARS: • Hair Professional • Children, Young People, and Families Practitioner HEALTH: COMPUTING: • Adult Care Worker • Dental Nurse • Digital Support Technician • Infrastructure Technician • Software Development Technician • Healthcare Support Worker • Lead Adult Care Worker FIND OUT MORE We also have higher apprenticeship • Senior Healthcare Support Worker opportunities available. See page 13, or visit southdevon.ac.uk for more details.
12 UNIVERSITY CENTRE By studying a degree close to home, you have a platform to achieve your goals here in the South West, while keeping your studies affordable and within a budget. SOUTH DEVON A key feature of our higher education courses is the exceptional support we provide for our students. We have an experienced team who offer a range of services, and provide regular one-to-one contact time with your personal tutor, ensuring you have every opportunity to excel on your course. As well as a first-class further education, we also offer a We deliver many of our courses in partnership range of university courses, including foundation degrees with University of Plymouth, with whom we and full honours top-up degrees. share an incredibly strong relationship. We also gained Foundation Degree Awarding Powers (FDAP) in 2019 which allows us to write and award our own foundation degrees by working with employers to ensure that the degree programmes are relevant and tailored to local business needs. In 2017, University Centre South Devon (UCSD) was awarded ‘Gold’, the highest level possible, by the Teaching Excellence Framework, which recognises outstanding teaching within our university-level curriculum. The 2020 HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey has shown that South Devon College supports more full-time undergraduates into full-time skilled employment than any other college in the South West through the University Centre. When ranked nationally, South Devon College places third. This means your studying experience will be the best around and lead you onto an incredibly successful future. FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
13 WE CURRENTLY OFFER THE HEALTH: HORTICULTURE: HIGHER AND DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS: FOLLOWING DEGREE COURSES: • HNC Enhanced Care Work • FdSc Assistant Practitioner • Landscape/Horticulture Advanced Manufacturing (Electrical) H Supervisor Engineering • FdSc Community Health and Wellbeing MARINE: • Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Mechanical) H ARTS: • FdSc Hearing Aid Audiology •• Assessor/Coach Boatbuilder H • BSc (Hons) Enhanced Integrated Care Composites • Associate Technician Project Manager Level 4 H • FdA Contemporary Arts Practice (top-up) General Welder • Chartered Legal Executive D COMPUTING AND ENGINEERING: MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS: • Chartered Marina andManager Boatyard D Operative •• Marine Children, Young People, and Families Engineer • FdSc/HNC Computing Practitioner H • HNC Business • FdSc/HNC Electronics and Robotic Control • Construction Site Engineering Engineering • FdA Business and Management SCIENCE: Technician H • FdA/HNC Tourism, Hospitality, • FdSc/HNC Manufacturing and Mechatronic Laboratory Technician • Construction Site Supervisor H and Events Management Engineering • Construction Management H D • BA (Hons) Leadership and • FdSc/HNC Marine Technologies Management (top-up) SPORT: • Civil Engineering Site Management D ••Data Analysis Community Leveland Sport 4 HHealth Officer CONSTRUCTION: SCIENCES: • • Digital and Technology Solutions D Outdoor Activity Instructor • FdSc/HNC Civil and Coastal Engineering •Healthcare Assistant Practitioner H • FdSc Animal Science •Personal Training • FdSc/HNC Sustainable Construction and •Hearing Aid Dispenser H • FdSc Biosciences •School and Community Activator the Built Environment •Hospitality Manager Level 4 H • BSc (Hons) Applied Animal Science •Supporting Teaching and Learning in • BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering (top-up) (top-up) •HR Consultant/Partner Physical H Education and School Sport • Leader in Adult Care H DIGITAL AND MEDIA: SOCIAL SCIENCES: SUPPORTING TEACHING: • Learning Skills Teacher H • FdA Creative Digital Design • Network Engineer Level 4 H • FdSc Criminology and Psychology • Learning Mentor • FdA Film and Photography • Nursing Associate H * • FdA History with English • Teaching Assistant • FdA Games and Interactive Design • Operations/Departmental Manager H • FdSc Law • FdA Illustration with Graphics and • Professional Accounting Taxation Animation • FdSc Psychology and Counselling TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY: Technician Level 4 H • FdSc Psychology and Criminology • Software Developer Hospitality Level 4 H Supervisor EDUCATION: • FdSc Psychology and Sociology • Technician Scientist Hospitality Team H Member • Diploma Education and Training H Higher Apprenticeship D Degree Apprenticeship • FdA Early Years Care and Education SPORTS AND COACHING: * Subject to approval • FdSc Adventure Leadership • FdA Teaching and Learning • FdSc Sports Coaching and Fitness • FdA Working with Children, Young People, and Families • BSc (Hons) Coaching (Outdoor Leadership) (top-up) • BA (Hons) Child Development and Education (top-up) • BA (Hons) Education, Development, • BSc (Hons) Coaching (Sports Performance and Development) FIND OUT MORE (top-up) To find out more about our university courses, visit and Society (top-up) ucsd.ac.uk, drop-in to the University Centre, or call 08000 21 31 81.
14 CAMPUS LOCATIONS South Devon College has a range of campus locations throughout Torbay and South Devon, providing opportunities for more students to access the great facilities and teaching that we offer. PAIGNTON NEWTON ABBOT TORQUAY Our inspirational Paignton campus The Newton Abbot campus provides Our Centre is located close to provides the very best learning a fantastic learning environment, with Torbay Hospital and all major bus environment, featuring industry-standard equipment and routes, providing a range of facilities state-of-the-art equipment and expert teachers delivering the skills dedicated to training in health, care, facilities in a range of locations. needed in the local area. The campus and professional sectors. The campus is also home to a range of adult and is also home to a range of adult and community learning courses. community learning courses. Campus: • South Devon College Campus: Campus: • University Centre South Devon • Automotive and Construction, • Centre for Health and Care • Hi Tech & Digital Centre Bradley Lane Professions • The South West Energy Centre • Hair and Beauty Academy • South Devon College Sports Centre • Brunel Skills Centre • South Devon High School FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
15 NEWTON ABBOT TORQUAY PAIGNTON KINGSWEAR KINGSWEAR Based on the banks of River Dart, our South Devon Marine Academy is a centre of excellence with access to the water for marine training and education on and off the shore. Campus: • South Devon Marine Academy DISCOVER OUR LOCATIONS For a list of all our campus contact details, please visit southdevon.ac.uk.
16 HI TECH & DIGITAL CENTRE The new, purpose-built facility is innovative in its design and use, as well as nationally significant. The Centre provides individuals with the There’s also the Java Café - a thriving skills that employers need to support space where students and businesses their growth in a range of important local can share ideas over a delicious selection hi-tech businesses such as: electronics, of refreshments. lasers, fibre, satellite and communications, Traditional whiteboards and projectors are aerospace, marine, medical, and big replaced with large, 4K touchscreen displays. data analytics. There are also plenty of manufacturing The offer also extends to creative and areas, computer and Mac suites, and digital industries, including gaming, app large, collaborative spaces, giving you design, digital design, film and digital every opportunity to make big ideas media, smart clothing and textiles, and become reality. many others. The facilities on offer include a cinema screening suite with 7.1 surround sound, and the ability to cast content throughout the building on multiple screens. FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
17 THE NEW HI TECH & DIGITAL CENTRE IS TH LATEST ADDITION TO E OU PAIGNTON CAMPUS R
18 FIND A SUCCESSFUL CAREER As well as helping you achieve your goals and begin a successful career, we support your personal and social development. We have a fantastic Careers Programme How we can support you: This ensures our courses provide you with at the College, which includes group and the skills you need to excel, as well as • Free, impartial careers information, one-to-one tutorials, guest speakers, reflecting job opportunities in the region. advice, and guidance college wide activities, employability • Writing and developing your CV This gives you a unique learning experience, sessions, and various theme weeks. • Helping you with your UCAS application getting your foot in the door early, and We also have a professionally accredited for university preparing for industry, which is something and Level 6 qualified, advice and guidance • Gaining part-time work many schools and institutions can’t offer. team available to help support you make • Finding the perfect course Many of our programmes of study include the most of a range of opportunities. • Linking you with employers work placements with relevant employers, helping you gain real vocational experience Our links with employers which can be invaluable. We work closely with over 800 local and We also contribute to various local and national employers, including Spirent, community projects, often involving Linden Homes, the NHS, and The Ritz. external businesses, providing yet another opportunity to develop and build connections with industry. FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
19 FINANCIAL HELP We offer a range of student support options, whether you’re starting or NEED BURSARY HELP? You can apply for a bursary online – visit southdevon.ac.uk. continuing your studies with us in September 2021. This support, which includes bursaries, The Helpzone team can support you in free College meals, and travel support, finding out what funding you could be helps remove any barriers to learning you eligible for. might have. For example, 16–18 year-old students We also offer tailored support packages who remain in full-time education for distinct groups, including young adult (excluding apprenticeships) are still carers and care leavers. eligible for Child Benefit. The team are here to help you with everything so you can focus on what matters most - your studies. Books for your course ate nt ls DB ria d m me Sc an uip he Eq ck MONEY COULD BE s AVAILABLE TO HELP YOU PAY FOR Kit hing clo l ve an t Tra d College meals
20 APPLY FOR A TRAVEL PASS Apply online for our exclusive South Devon College Travel Pass TRAVEL We work with Stagecoach to ensure you can travel to College safely and affordably, wherever you are in South Devon, including Exeter and Plymouth. The College can provide free and unlimited The unlimited pass lets you use the Our exclusive offer also extends to South bus travel for full-time, 16–18 year-old Stagecoach network on any day. You Devon High School pupils and home- students who have a household income of can use it to get to College, to work, and educated students, providing you live more less than £25,000 per year. travel around South Devon whatever the than two miles away from the College and reason. So, wherever you are, thanks to our have a household income of less than If you don’t meet these criteria, an unlimited outstanding transport network, you can get £25,000 per year. travel pass is still available for as little as here and achieve your goals with us. £300 per year. It can be purchased by direct debit in 10 instalments, and works out as less than £1 a day! FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
21 SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE TRAVEL MAP Bus Routes 1 Tavistock – Plymouth 2 Exeter – Dawlish – Teignmouth – Newton Abbot 2a Saltash – Plymouth 13 Newton Abbot – Paignton – Brixham 13D Kingsteignton – SDC 22 Dawlish – Teignmouth – Torquay – SDC Exeter X38 2 23 Goodrington – SDC connect to 88C connect to X84 in Ashburton in Dawlish 41 Chudleigh – Bovey Tracey – Newton Abbot – Totnes 2 88C Newton Abbot – Ashburton – Totnes – SDC Exmouth 8 X3 120 Kingswear – Churston – Paignton Chudleigh X38 Exeter – Buckfastleigh Bovey Tracey 22 Tavistock 4, 41 Dawlish X8 X84 Dawlish – SDC 1 connect in Totnes to Kingsteignton Gold/88C connect to Gold 41 Gold Plymouth – Totnes – Paignton – Torquay in Plymouth Teignmouth Ashburton Newton Abbot C 13, 13D 88 Torquay 1 41, Totnes Saltash South Brent 2a Paignton connect to Gold 2a 23 ld in Plymouth Plymouth Go Brixham 13 Gold Ivybridge 120 Dartmouth connect to 120 Kingsbridge Tavistock Train from Exmouth to Paignton Connect to 22 bus to SDC Bus routes Kingsbridge Coach Dartmouth Ferry South Devon College Campuses
22 SUPPORT FOR YOU We take our responsibility to support your learning very seriously, and can provide various services to help you. The support we can offer includes: dyscalculia, or have a Statement of SEN or successfully complete your studies and an EHCP, have been in special education, progress in your education. Personal tutors • In-class support from dedicated learning or you’re worried you’re not finding some will discuss your work and help you with any support assistants learning as easy as you expected, then academic problems, as well as advising on • Out-of-class support in our English and we can help. careers or helping you with any personal Maths Zone problems that may arise. • Use of specialist software and equipment We also have a dedicated space for • Special arrangements for exams students who have been diagnosed Courses to careers with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC). During the application process, you’ll have The LODGE (Learning Opportunity for During your time with us, you may find the opportunity to tell us what support Development and Guided Education) that the course you choose is not quite you need. provides a calm, quiet environment where as you expected or that you wish to focus you’ll receive support in managing your on a different career path. We can offer Letting us know at this early stage will help unstructured times during the day, as well you an exciting and engaging learning us plan the support you need, although as help with your studies and development experience by producing a personalised support plans can be developed and of your communication and social skills study programme to suit your needs. It will reviewed throughout your course and give you the opportunity to develop both study programme. Personal Tutors educationally and personally, preparing If you have a learning difficulty or sensory Every full-time student at the College has you for further college studies, employment, impairment that’s been identified - such a dedicated personal tutor, who will make an apprenticeship or a traineeship. as dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, Asperger’s or sure you have all the support you need to FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
23 AMAZING LEARNING AND ALL SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE STUDENTS APPLICANTS NOW HAAND DIGITAL RESOURCES We provide access to state-of-the-art equipment and learning ACCESS TO THE BRAN VE D SDCONNECT APP! NEW resources across all of our campuses. This will help you make the most of your time here, and give you the very best learning experience. Learning Resource Centre Keep track of your studies Computer access The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) is You’ll also have full access to a virtual When you enrol, you’ll have access situated in the heart of the College, with classroom that enhances your studies and to the following services to support two floors of resources, including books, tracks your progress. You’ll be able to: your learning: journals and online materials. We have over • View resources, activities, and websites to • 1TB OneDrive storage 25,000 books, which are up-to-date and support your classroom lessons • Individual College email account relevant to your studies. • Check assignment dates and • New industry software, including The LRC is home to over 80 bookable review feedback Adobe Creative Cloud Suite available computers and has free WiFi so you • Track and manage your learning on College PCs can use your own devices, or borrow • Get the latest news from the College • Internet and campus-wide WiFi one from the College. There’s also • Request support from the various services • Online library catalogue a silent study room and a meeting/ in the College • Free Microsoft software for up to five presentation room, so you can always tablets, five phones, and five Windows find a comfortable environment that SDConnect App or Apple personal devices during your suits your style of learning. With the South Devon College App, studies, including Office SDConnect, you’ll be able to keep up to You’ll also have access to our wireless date with your timetable and lessons, network, in case you prefer using your own communicate with your peer groups and devices. Many of our services are available tutors, find out about events and special remotely, outside of the College, meaning offers, and much more. you can choose where and when to study.
24 STUDENT WELLBEING We make sure that you have the best possible experience during your 38 like south_ View a s de Someo von_college ne’s go ll com t the # ments Friday Feeling ! time here, in an inclusive and supportive environment. Positive Intervention and Safeguarding Medical support We offer outstanding pastoral support The College nurse is on campus to discuss services and ensure the safeguarding of any health-related concerns you may all of our students. We have a dedicated have. There are also qualified first aiders team of professionals who can help with throughout the College to resolve or assist any issues that may arise from your studies with any situations that may arise. or personal circumstances. Whatever your concern, you can be assured that you’ll be Friends of South Devon College Students supported discreetly in an environment We have a dedicated charity whose main you’re comfortable with. We’re committed aim is to raise funds to remove barriers that to your online safety and the promotion may restrict students from participating in of positive behaviour, respect, and educational and enrichment experiences tolerance to others. available at South Devon College. Mama Bear’s Day Nursery Equality and diversity If you’re responsible for young children, As a leading College, we believe in the Mama Bear’s is based at the College and principle of freedom from discrimination @south 21 provides Ofsted-approved childcare and for everyone, regardless of age, gender, _devo n_coll ege • high-quality education for children aged disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, When you 5-13 try you #foryo r first Ti from three months to five years. In this safe religion, or social background. We have u #fyp #foryo kTok d ance 2 #anim urpag alunit and stimulating environment, children can numerous processes in place to ensure #south devon e #ch amele on colleg e enjoy learning through a wide range of that we provide equality of opportunity 1 activities, supervised by qualified staff. for all of our students and staff. We Add co mmen t... continue to reach out to the whole Mental Health support community, and work closely with With fully trained staff, we have a dedicated organisations that represent team to support you throughout your studies. minority groups. South D @sdco evon Coll llege • ege 20h We are #prou studen d to an ts Jj Ev nounc been s ans an e that 16 likes electe d Owe Footba d to jo n Price ll Club in Torqua have south_ for nex as y Unite devon t seaso full-time pro d alway _col n! Hug fession s show Read th e cong als resilien s exce e full s ratulatio ce to o https:/ tory he ns! verco /bit.ly/2 re: @Wha zLYXzJ View a tsonSW #tufc ll com @TUFC @pda ments 1899 _Devo n
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26 APPLYING IS EASY... WHAT NEXT? Welcome Meeting Once you’ve applied, you’ll have a chance to meet a course tutor and discuss your studies in more detail. This is a great opportunity to ask any questions you may EXPLORE have, and make sure the course is right for you. Take a look at the range of courses in this prospectus, or view My Night our website for more detailed information about the course. This is a taster evening that helps you get to know your new classmates. It’s a fun event that takes place in the spring term, and gives you another chance to explore the College and settle into student life. DISCOVER My Course This is your chance to spend a day If you’re worried what the best course for you is, contact as a South Devon College student. our fully trained Advice and Guidance Team for It’s a taster day that helps you get careers guidance support. to grips with your studies and prepare you for when you start in September. Enrol Your enrolment in September APPLY gives you an official place on your course, so you can get started and make your dreams a reality! Visit southdevon.ac.uk to apply directly through the specific course page. FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
27 HOW WE HELP YOU Your dedicated and personalised study programme. At South Devon College, we recognise that your education is more than just a STAND OUT qualification. That’s why we add value to your development by enriching every area of your time at College. Find out how your personalised study programme will help you make the most of your time with us. ENGLISH PERSONAL AND MATHS DEVELOPMENT WORK • GCSE and Functional Skills • Setting and monitoring EXPERIENCE • Development of applied literacy and numeracy to support personalised learning targets AND INDUSTRY employability and progression • Safeguarding, prevention and student wellbeing PLACEMENTS • British values/College values/ Developing sector specific and equality and diversity transferable skills for employment CORE • Careers information advice and through: guidance to support continuing QUALIFICATIONS learning and progression into • Preparation and support for employment gaining employment • Participation in external • Learning in simulated work programmes and activities environments and contexts • Enrichment and visits • Work experience • Technical, professional, and • Development of character, • Industry placements with an academic qualifications confidence and resilience, employer • Developing knowledge, skills, independence, group working, • Enterprise activities and community and behaviours in your chosen and life skills and social action projects subject area
28 YOUR COURSE CURRENT GRADING STRUCTURE 9 PREVIOUS GRADING STRUCTURE EXPLAINED GCSEs in England have been reformed and 8 6 7 A* A are now graded with a scale from 9 to 1, with 9 being the highest grade. 5 B C All subjects follow the 9 to 1 grading structure. If you aren’t sure what the numbers mean, you can see in this chart 4 what they are equivalent to against the previous letter grading structure. 3 2 D E F G 1 U U FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
29 If you need help deciding what level to study, our Helpzone team are always available to explain your options in more detail. But to get a better idea, take a look at this guide… ENTRY LEVEL LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 Who is it for? Who is it for? Who is it for? Who is it for? Entry Level courses are ideal Level 1 courses provide basic Level 2 courses are slightly Level 3 courses develop for you if you don’t have knowledge, and are ideal if more advanced and specialist knowledge and any formal qualifications, you’re new to a subject area. begin to build specialist can help you to enter and are looking to return to knowledge. employment or prepare you academic study. for university study. What type of courses What type of courses What type of courses What type of courses are available? are available? are available? are available? • Supported Learning • Technical and Professional • Technical and Professional • Technical and Professional Opportunities Diplomas Diplomas Diplomas • Courses to Careers • Traineeships • GCSEs • Apprenticeships • Technical and Professional • Certificates • Apprenticeships • A Levels Certificates • BTECs • T Levels What do I need? What do I need? What do I need? What do I need? All you need is a genuine Usually, you’ll need some Usually, you’ll need some Usually, you’ll need five desire to learn. GCSEs at grade 3 and knowledge of your chosen GCSEs at grades 9-4 above and must have a subject. You’ll also need (or equivalent) or to have genuine interest in your GCSE grades at grade 3 and completed a relevant chosen subject. above or have completed a Level 2 qualification. relevant Level 1 qualification. What can I do next? What can I do next? What can I do next? What can I do next? Successfully completing Once successfully After successfully After successfully your studies means that you completed you could completing a Level 2 completing your course, you may be able to progress to progress to a Level 2 course, you may be able to could consider progressing other College courses. course, or go on to paid progress to a Level 3 course, to higher education at employment as part of an consider a more advanced University Centre South apprenticeship. apprenticeship, or gain full- Devon or gain full-time time employment in a junior employment in your chosen or entry level role. profession, including an apprenticeship.
30 A LEVELS If you want to study at university or prepare for a fulfilling career, then our A Level subjects can help you achieve your goals. OPEN THE DOOR TO Studying A Levels with South Devon To help get you there, we offer an College can open doors to a whole exceptional support and guidance range of fulfilling careers. service, provide trips to university open days, and give you advice UNIVERSITY AND As an A Level student with us, on your UCAS applications and you can learn with a full choice progression opportunities, whether of subjects on offer. Whatever your focus is on further academic you choose, it will help you take study or employment. the next step towards studying A SUCCESSFUL a degree in the arts, sciences, So, if you want to get the best humanities, or any other subject preparation for university or a area, at universities throughout higher apprenticeship, and achieve the country, as well as at University the highest levels of academic CAREER Centre South Devon. The majority success, apply with us today. As of our students successfully a college with a 100% overall pass progress to universities all over the rate, you’ll be glad you did. country, including Russell Group Universities, or they continue their studies locally choosing to join one of the degrees offered at University Centre South Devon. WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY “The atmosphere is nice and supportive but also challenged and pushed me to what I could really achieve. I want to go into teaching biology and the A Levels here were great steps towards that, also giving me an experience similar to university. I really enjoyed it and look forward to reaching my dream career.” Kathryn Wiltshire FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
31 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE 1 2 3 4 5 A LEVELS The College achieved an exceptional 100% overall pass A wide range of specialist subjects to choose from. Tailored support with UCAS applications. You’ll get a fresh start and meet new friends in a new environment. A range of extra-curricular opportunities including rate in 2020 and the Duke of ranks as one of Edinburgh the highest for Award, Model UN, A Level progress debating society, in Torbay. and sports clubs. YOUR PROGRESSION YOUR OPTIONS ART AND DESIGN. BIOLOGY. BUSINESS STUDIES. After completing their A Levels, most students go on to university, higher apprenticeships, start their own businesses, or employment. The College has a dedicated advice and guidance service to help you decide on your next steps. CHEMISTRY. CORE MATHEMATICS. CRIMINOLOGY. Study a degree on your doorstep ENGLISH LANGUAGE. ENGLISH LITERATURE. EXTENDED PROJECT. FILM. FURTHER The TEF Gold-rated University Centre South Devon offers a range of degrees. Industry connections You’ll have the opportunity to attend motivational talks from industry MATHEMATICS. GEOGRAPHY. HISTORY. LAW. MATHEMATICS. PHILOSOPHY. PHOTOGRAPHY. professionals across a range of disciplines providing advice and insight into their career journey. PHYSICS. POLITICS. PSYCHOLOGY. SOCIOLOGY. APPLYING IS EASY See how to apply on page 26
32 T LEVELS T Levels are a brand new qualification designed to give you a head start towards the future you want. They follow GCSEs and are equivalent to three A Levels. TAKE IT TO THE This two-year qualification brings Your T Level will help you to step classroom and work placement straight into your chosen career, together, on a course designed an apprenticeship, or a degree. in collaboration with the NEXT LEVEL Wherever your future is heading, best employers. take it to the next level. You’ll spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% within a placement linked to your T Level, giving you the real workplace knowledge and skills companies are looking for. WHAT OUR TEACHERS SAY “T Levels have been designed for young people to develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours to support successful employment in a fast changing world. As technology and the world economy continues to develop, T Levels are a brand new qualification that blend high quality academic and practical learning with real life, first-hand industry experience, preparing students for the jobs of tomorrow. As well as providing great opportunities to progress straight into specialist employment, T Levels also support progression into higher education to degree level or a higher apprenticeship.” Maria Woodger FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
33 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE 1 2 3 4 5 T LEVELS T Levels have been designed with leading businesses T Levels provide extensive time in placement giving you the chance T Levels give you a good balance of classroom study When studying a T Level, you’ll be taught by people who T Levels will provide you with a range of progression and employers to learn what a and industry have worked or opportunities to provide the career in your placements. continue to work on completion. knowledge, skills, chosen industry in the industry, and behaviours will be like. providing needed for each you with a industry. rich learning experience. YOUR PROGRESSION YOUR OPTIONS BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING. DIGITAL After completing your T Level, you can go on to university, higher or degree apprenticeships, start your own businesses, or employment. The College has a dedicated advice and guidance service to help you decide on your next steps. PRODUCTION, DESIGN, AND DEVELOPMENT. Study a degree on your doorstep DIGITAL SUPPORT AND SERVICES. EDUCATION. HEALTH. ONSITE CONSTRUCTION. SCIENCE. The TEF Gold-rated University Centre South Devon offers a range of degrees. Industry connections You’ll have the opportunity to attend motivational talks from industry professionals across a range of disciplines, providing advice and insights into their career journey to help you on yours. APPLYING IS EASY See how to apply on page 26
34 ART, DESIGN, Our Art, Design, Fashion, and Photography courses offer you the chance to develop your ideas and make a career out of your creativity. FASHION, AND Our courses introduce you to a South Devon College works in wide variety of artistic disciplines partnership with the University and a range of visual mediums, of the Arts London (UAL), Europe’s letting you specialise in an area largest specialist art and design PHOTOGRAPHY you’re passionate about. awarding body, giving you the best possible platform from The facilities at the College include which to progress and succeed. studio workspaces and specialist The emphasis of an art and workshops, with dedicated and DISCOVER. design qualification at the College passionate staff who will help guide is on developing creative thinking you on your journey from student and innovative approaches to to professional. Our staff members problem solving. all have a wealth of experience in INNOVATE. CREATE. art-related careers and are experts in their fields, making them the ideal people to support you in your chosen profession. WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY “My foundation art course was truly life-changing. The course stretched me to solve problems creatively as I explored new ideas and built a strong portfolio of work. I then progressed to the University of Kingston where I graduated with a first-class degree before working with a renowned design company in London.” Ruben Bicknell FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
35 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE 1 2 3 4 5 ART, DESIGN, FASHION, D evelop your creativity and problem-solving Explore a wide range of practices and range of A enrichment opportunities to assionate and P experienced practitioners. Links with Tate Exchange programme AND PHOTOGRAPHY skills. specialisms. stimulate your learning. and UAL. AVERAGE EARNINGS £15,000 AVERAGE EARNINGS £20,000 AVERAGE EARNINGS £30,000 Progression Potential job roles: Potential job roles: Potential job roles: The course available at this level is • Junior Artist • Graphic Designer • Freelance Creative a good opportunity to progress to • Fashion Designer • Account Manager higher levels of study • Freelance Creative Worker • Art Director • Producer • Creative Agency Worker FOUNDATION LEVEL 1 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 2 ADVANCED LEVEL 3 HIGHER LEVEL 4 - 7 YOUR PROGRESSION Study Programme: Study Programme: Study Programme: Study Programme: • UAL Art, Design and Media Diploma • UAL Art Diploma • UAL Art Extended Diploma • FdA Illustration with Graphics and • UAL Art Foundation Diploma Animation • FdA Contemporary Arts Practice • UAL Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • You must be working towards • A minimum of four GCSEs at grade • A minimum of four GCSEs at grade • A minimum of 48 UCAS points English and maths at Level 1 3 or above, including English and 4 or above, including English • You should have a genuine interest maths • You should be in an appropriate job in this subject • You should be in an appropriate job role for your apprenticeship role for your apprenticeship For the most up-to-date information, including entry requirements, please visit southdevon.ac.uk APPLYING IS EASY See how to apply on page 26
36 CREATIVE Digital media is an integral part of modern life. It influences everything we see, shapes meaning, and defines us. That’s why a career in digital means a variety of opportunities in exciting industries that continue to grow and evolve. DIGITAL MEDIA Studying with South Devon College is the perfect start to your exciting career in this rewarding cultural industry. Apple Mac editing and special- effects software, and a specialist screening suite. This means, whatever FIND YOUR VISION You’ll learn from our experienced staff, area of interest and career path you who have worked across all sectors of wish to follow, we have the tools and the media, including Games Design, expertise to help you succeed in 3D Animation, Graphic Design and your journey, and begin a wonderful Scriptwriting. This means they can help career that could take you anywhere. nurture your skills and develop you South Devon College works in into an effective media professional. partnership with the University of the You’ll also gain experience using Arts London (UAL), Europe’s largest industry-standard equipment in the specialist art and design awarding unrivalled learning environment of body, giving you the best possible our £17m Hi Tech & Digital Centre. We platform from which to progress have editing suites for film making, and succeed. darkrooms and photography studios, state-of-the-art technical film equipment, recording studios, industry-standard cameras and virtual reality equipment, WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY “I really enjoyed all of the activities during my course, including making short films from our own scripts. It was an excellent experience that helped me progress to a bachelor’s degree in Film and Screen at the University of Brighton.” Saffron Cobb FREEPHONE 08000 380 123 • southdevon.ac.uk
37 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE 1 2 3 4 5 CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA taff with S professional links and knowledge. rogression P routes to higher education. State-of-the- art film and recording equipment. pportunities O to work on live creative briefs. Learn from leading industry speakers in a thriving sector. AVERAGE EARNINGS £16,000 AVERAGE EARNINGS £25,000 AVERAGE EARNINGS £40,000 Potential job roles: Potential job roles: Potential job roles: • Junior Content Producer • Interactive Designer • Games Designer • Camera Operator • 3D Designer • Graphic Designer • Video Editor • Senior Content Producer • Creative Director INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 2 ADVANCED LEVEL 3 HIGHER LEVEL 4 - 7 Study Programme: Study Programme: Study Programme: • UAL Digital Media: Creative Media Diploma • UAL Film and Video Production • FdA Film and Photography YOUR PROGRESSION • Esports Diploma • UAL Games Production • FdA Creative Digital Design • UAL Creative Media Production Extended Diploma • FdA Games and Interactive Design • Esports Diploma Higher/Degree Apprenticeships: Apprenticeships: • Data Analyst • Junior Content Producer • Digital Marketing • Digital Marketer ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • You must have a minimum of four GCSEs at • You must have a minimum of five GCSEs at • A minimum of 48 UCAS points grade 3 or above grade 4 or above • You should be in an appropriate job role for your • You should be in an appropriate job role for your apprenticeship apprenticeship For the most up-to-date information, including entry requirements, please visit southdevon.ac.uk APPLYING IS EASY See how to apply on page 26
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