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BURY COLLEGE
COURSE
GUIDE FOR ENTRY
SEPTEMBER
2022
A LEVELS • T LEVELS • VOCATIONAL PROGRAMMES
APPRENTICESHIPS • FOUNDATION STUDIES
A wide range of
A-levels, T Levels, Consistently
vocational programmes high-performing
and apprenticeships results
available
Supportive Advanced
and highly work
qualified experience
tutors programmes
MAKE
BURY COLLEGE
Excellent
progression onto
YOUR FIRST Exceptional careers
advice, pastoral
university and CHOICE support and
into employment guidance
APPLY NOW
www.burycollege.ac.uk
Dedicated Great central
A Level Bury Town
Centre Centre location
Free gym and OPEN
EVENTS
enrichment State-of-the-art
programme* facilities
2021/22
2021
University style UK and overseas Wednesday 6th October • 5.30 - 7.30pm
campus trips and visits* Tuesday 12th October • 5.30 - 7.30pm
Please note - Due to uncertainty regarding
Saturday 20th November • 11.00 - 1.00pm COVID-19, these events may be virtual. If
you are unable to attend an event then
2022 you can explore the virtual opportunities
*Please note - Bury College may be operating a COVID-19 safe learning environment. Social Thursday 24th March • 5.00 - 7.30pm live on our website.
restrictions and changes to provision may be in place following the latest guidance.
01
CONTENTS
VOCATIONAL
PROGRAMMES 84
WELCOME A LEVELS 26
Reasons to choose Bury College Inside cover Accounting 30 Art & Design 88-93
Open Events 2021/22 01 Art & Design 32 Art and Design 88-90
Welcome from the Principal 04 Art, Craft and Design 32 Art and Design (Interactive Media pathway) 90
Results 05 Photography 32 Art and Design (Games Design pathway) 90
Student Success 06-07 Business Studies 34 Foundation Diploma in Art & Design 92
Your Journey to Bury College 08-09 Computer Science 36 Building Services 94-97
Campus Map 10-11 Drama & Theatre Studies 38 Electrical Installation 94
Brand-new Centre for 2022 12-13 Economics 40 Plumbing 96
Engineering 42 Business 98
Travelling to Bury College 14
English 44 Catering 100
Our Pass 14
Language 44 Childcare 102
Travel Support 14
Literature 44 Computing & Digital 104-107
Be Involved 15
Film Studies 46 Information Technology 104
Positive Futures 16
Financial Studies 48 Computing 106
English and Maths 17
Geography 50 Infrastructure Technician 106
Supporting You 18-23
History 52 Esports 106
Student Services 18
Law 54 Construction 108-113
Pastoral Support 19
Mathematics 56 Bricklaying 108
Additional Learning Support 21
Mathematics 56 Carpentry & Joinery 110
Financial Support 21
Further Mathematics 56 Plastering 112
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 22
CONTENTS
Level 3 Mathematical Studies 56 Engineering 114-117
Safeguarding 23
Media Studies 58 Hair & Beauty 118-125
Choosing your Study Programme 24-25
Science 60-63 Hairdressing 118
Entry Requirements 24-25
Biology 60 Barbering 120
Chemistry 60 Beauty Therapy 122
Physics 60 Media Make-up 124
Environmental Science 62 Health & Social Care 126-129 ACCESS COURSES 158
Applied Science 62 Media (Creative Media) 130
Music 132 BOOST Programme 158
Social Sciences 64
Performing Arts 134 Access to Higher Education 158
Criminology 64
Psychology 64 Public Services 136
Science 138
Sociology
Sport
64
66 Sport & Fitness 140-143 UNIVERSITY COURSES 160
Travel & Tourism 144
Foundation Studies 146-149
Pathway to Independence 146
T LEVELS 68 Pathway to Employment 147
Pathways to Learning 148 DISCLAIMER
What are T Levels? 68
Please Note: All information contained within this course guide was correct at
Digital Production, Design and Development 70 the time of going to press. However, due to unforeseen circumstances and the
uncertainty regarding COVID-19, some details may change as we review and update
Digital Support Services 72
APPRENTICESHIPS 152
our provision. Although every effort is made to provide the teaching, examination,
assessment and other services detailed in this publication, Bury College cannot
Education and Childcare 74 guarantee the provision of such programmes, services, facilities and fees. Bury
College reserves the right to amend, withdraw, alter or amalgamate any of the
Engineering and Manufacturing, 76 courses, locations and facilities detailed within at any time. Should circumstances
Design and Development About Apprenticeships 152 require such amendments, Bury College undertakes to use all reasonable
Health 78 Courses Available 153 steps to minimise the resultant disruption to those services and most
importantly to students. Date of Publication: August 2021.
Management and Administration 80 Your Journey to an Apprenticeship 156
02 03
WELCOME
FROM THE
PRINCIPAL
I am delighted to welcome you to the Bury
College course guide, which outlines courses,
support and facilities available to you as a Bury
College student. At Bury College we aim to help
prepare you for life and your future career.
RESULTS
Qualifications are essential to enable successful progression, but employers
are also attracted to motivated individuals who display wider skills such as
resilience, tenacity, great communication skills and excellent team work.
Your attitude and enthusiasm, alongside your qualifications, will help
you to secure a successful career and we will do everything we can
100%
to help you develop.
Whilst at college, you may wish to take part in our wide range of
enrichment activities which include clubs and societies, sport CONGRATULATIONS TO
and physical activities, and voluntary work on top of your PASS RATE IN OUR STUDENTS ON
main course. You will also benefit from extensive work 24 A LEVEL
experience where you will develop the skills needed SUBJECTS THEIR INCREDIBLE
97.8%
to progress into industry. All aspects of your study ACHIEVEMENTS
programme will help when you apply for university
or pursue a career at the end of your time with us.
Above everything, Bury College aspires to
VOCATIONAL
LEVEL 3 COURSES
686
provide the best for every student and this
lies at the heart of all that we do. PASS RATE
Charlie Deane
Principal and Chief Executive 99.3%
BTEC EXTENDED
STUDENTS
PROGRESSED ONTO
UNIVERSITY
DIPLOMA PASS IN 2020
RATE
*Figures accurate as of August 2020
04 05
STUDENT Bury College is dedicated
“I am very happy
to have finished
SUCCESS
Name: Olwen Barnes-Archer
towards supporting you Former School: my course with
in achieving your ambitions
Wardle Academy
Achievement: A-levels – great grades,
Psychology (A*), Drama and my hard work
and preparing you for Theatre Studies (A*), Chemistry (B)
Progression: has definitely
a positive future. Royal Welsh College of Music
and Drama to study Stage paid off.”
Management and Technical
Theatre Name: Hope Ogbu
Former School:
The opportunities available at St Anne's Church of England
Bury College support you to: Academy
“I am really proud Name: Haleema Riaz
Former School:
Achievement:
Business Level 3 - D* D* D*
• Join the high number of students who progress of myself, and I am Enrico Mestica (Italy) Progression:
University of Salford to study
on to university each year to study an impressive
range of subjects including Physics, Law, Nursing excited to start Achievement:
Business Level 3 – D* D* D* Business and Management
and Engineering. university. The Progression:
University of Manchester
• Gain career-enhancing work experience which tutors at Bury to study Management
Leadership and Leisure
can lead to employment in a wide range of
industries.
College have
provided me with
• Secure a high-quality, career-focused
apprenticeship or higher apprenticeship. so much support.”
Name: Ethan Casofsky Name: Joseph Byrne
Name: Holly Aspinall Former School: Former School:
Below is a selection of just some of our recent
Former School: The King David High School St Monica’s RC High School
successful students.
The Elton High School Achievement: Applied Achievement: Uniformed
Achievement: A-levels - Science Level 3 - D* D* D* Services Level 3 - D* D* D*
Psychology (A*), English Progression: Progression: Edge Hill
Language and Literature (A), Edge Hill University to study University to study
Art, Craft and Design (B) Biomedical Science Professional Policing
Progression:
University of Bolton to study
English and Creative Writing
“I am ecstatic
with my results, “Completing this Name: Szofija Dacjuk
progressing onto course allowed Former School:
Prestwich Arts College
the University Name: Xander Ross
me to identify Achievement: Health and
Social Care Level 3 – D* D* D*
of Oxford is a Former School: the passion Progression:
University of Salford to
dream come
Rossendale School
Achievement: Creative Media I have for study Counselling and
true.”
Production Level 3 – D* D* D*
Progression:
therapy.” Psychotherapy
Future Works University
to study Independent Name: Joseph Lambert
Name: Levi Arden
Filmmaking Former School:
Former School:
Woodhey High School Name: Kaya Dawgiert
Kearsley Academy
Achievement: Former School:
Achievement: A-levels -
Sport Level 3 - D* D* D* St Monica’s RC High School
Mathematics (A*), Further
Progression: University of Achievement:
Mathematics (A*), Physics (A*)
Central Lancashire to study Business Level 3 - D* D* D*
Progression: University
Name: Rubica Ahmed Sport Therapy Progression:
of Oxford to study
Physics Former School: Manchester Metropolitan
The Heys School University to study Sports
Achievement: Animal Care Business Management
Level 3 - D* D* D*
Progression:
Manchester Metropolitan
University to study Zoology
*Please note that student details were correct
06 as at Results Day 2020. 07
YOUR JOURNEY
TO BURY COLLEGE APPLY INTERVIEWS
AND OFFERS
NOW OCTOBER
2021 Interviews may take place at
college or over the telephone.
APPLICATIONS OPEN
ONLINE FROM 4TH OCTOBER ONWARDS Check your emails for details
about your interview
www.burycollege.ac.uk appointment. Successful
START
applicants will receive
OPEN
an offer letter.
OCTOBER
OCTOBER
2021
2021 EVENINGS* NOVEMBER
SEPTEMBER Wednesday 6th October 2021 OPEN DAY*
2021 and Tuesday 12th October
5.30 - 7.30pm FEBRUARY Saturday 20th November
BURY COLLEGE COURSE
*Please note - Due to uncertainty regarding COVID-19,
these events may be virtual. If you are unable to
attend an event then you can explore
ACCEPT
YOUR OFFER 2022 11.00am - 1.00pm
*Please note - Due to uncertainty regarding
COVID-19, these events may be virtual. If you
are unable to attend an event then you can
You will receive a link via
OPEN
the virtual opportunities live
GUIDE FOR SEPTEMBER 2022 on our website.
explore the virtual opportunities
ENTRY OUT NOW! email to accept your place. live on our website.
Get your copy in school
or visit our website at:
EVENING*
A college member of staff will deliver a Thursday 24th March
www.burycollege.ac.uk presentation to talk about the courses we APRIL 5.00 - 7.30pm
offer and to answer any questions. This may
take place at your school or virtually. 2022 *Please note - Due to uncertainty regarding
COVID-19, these events may be virtual. If you
are unable to attend an event then you can
explore the virtual opportunities
HAVE YOU
COMPLETED YOUR
SEPTEMBER Your application form should be completed live on our website.
ONLINE APPLICATION
2022 online.
ACCEPT YOUR PLACE!
FORM?
Secure your place!
Priority deadline is:
Have you accepted your place at Bury
26th NOVEMBER
WELCOME
College? Contact us if you need further
2021
AUGUST information. Ring our helpline on:
TO BURY 2022 0161 280 8200
COLLEGE GCSE
RESULTS DAY GOOD MAY
AND JUNE
LUCK IN 2022
COMMUNICATION
Throughout the application/enrolment process
ENROLMENT 2022 YOUR
EXAMS!
we will send you information via email. College
staff are available to advise you on all courses
at Bury College. There will be lots of advice
available. Our number is 0161 280 8200.
NEW STUDENT DAY
This is your opportunity to visit us and experience what it would
Please note these dates and plans are provisional and subject to change throughout be like to study at Bury College. You will receive further
the academic year due to uncertainties regarding COVID-19. information about this in June.
08 09
CAMPUS MAP ENDEAVOUR
CENTRE 4
ASPIRE
CENTRE 5 A LEVEL CENTRE 11
This building allows Plumbing students Our Aspire Centre houses Here, our A-level students can have access to everything they need
to practice on real-life equipment, and general facilities for all our for their studies, including well-equipped classrooms, fully-stocked IT
Discover the Bury College campus with our has additional classrooms for theoretical students, including classrooms suites, and state-of-the-art science laboratories. Students also have
learning. The Computing and Digital and exam facilities. access to a well stocked LRC and social courtyard.
Campus Map! Find out where you could be departments are also housed here, with
studying, and the wide range of general and modern IT facilities.
specialised facilities available to support you
PROSPECTS 11
with your studies. A virtual, interactive version
CENTRE
can also be found on our website. 7
This building houses
12
6 facilities for our Foundation
Studies students, including
5 a mock flat, a Smart Café, a
7 canteen and refectory, and an
LRC. The Electrical Installation
4
SCAN ME 1 department, with a range of
8
practical workshops, is also in
this building.
13
3
2 10
NEW FOR 13
9 2022
SPORTS This space is reserved for our
CENTRE 1 brand-new Health, Innovation
FOOTBALL INNOVATION and STEM Centre due to open
CENTRE CENTRE 8 in autumn 2022 (see page 12).
Our purpose-built Sports
Centre includes a fully-
2
equipped gym, fitness studio, Students have exclusive
Our Innovation Centre has all the
sports science laboratory,
therapy clinic and sports hall.
daytime use of six 5-a-side and two
7-a-side pitches. equipment our Engineering students WOODBURY
need for the practical element of CENTRE
their course, and includes IT facilities
for classroom-based learning.
12
ENTERPRISE Our Woodbury Centre
facilities include a student-run
BEACON CENTRE 3 MILLENNIUM CENTRE Bistro and the Three Seasons
9 10 Restaurant, three modern
CENTRE CONSTRUCTION Enterprise, our University
hairdressing salons, four well
equipped beauty therapy
Our Performing Arts department is based here, with access to the
Jim Cartwright Theatre, rehearsal rooms, and a dance studio. Other The Millennium building houses our
CENTRE Centre, supports our adult
learners to complete
salons, an art gallery and
departments, such as Public Services and Health and Social Care, also Music, Electronic Engineering, and 6 their studies in a modern,
creative spaces, our Media
have access to the facilities in this building, including a canteen, IT Business departments, along with a Department with their own
Here you can find all the sophisticated environment,
facilities, and a mock-up travel shop and plane for our Travel & Tourism canteen, express shop, counsellors green screen studio, and
practical equipment our Bricklaying, with a bistro, social learning
students. It is also the location of our Apprenticeship Hub. office, LRC, Work Experience Hub facilities for Childcare courses.
Plastering, and Carpentry and Joinery area, lecture theatre, LRC,
and a quiet room. students use. and IT facilities.
10 11
BRAND-NEW
CENTRE
FOR 2022
The College’s new Health,
Innovation and STEM Centre,
opening autumn 2022, will offer
THEORY CLASSROOMS
a greater choice of Health and
Digital courses, helping you to
become part of the next
generation of professionals.
NEW FACILITIES NEW FACILITIES
Brand-new and purpose-built, the centre will give
you access to the facilities you need to train for
your future. Facilities in the new £9+ million
centre include:
• State-of-the-art laboratory
• Simulated hospital ward
• Replicated domestic home
• Immersive digital environment The Health, Innovation and STEM Centre is
• Esports suite funded with support from Greater Manchester
• Advanced IT facilities Combined Authority, the Department
for Education and Bury College.
ESPORTS SUITE SIMULATED HOSPITAL WARD
NEW OPPORTUNITIES
Using these facilities, learning will be hands-on and industry-led, allowing
you to gain the qualifications needed to springboard you into your career.
The centre will play a major part in training the professionals of the
future, and will provide an opportunity for you to enter into a number
of dynamic sectors.
There will be a range of exciting courses available, from advanced to degree
level, including those leading to jobs in Health and Nursing and Computing
and Digital roles. This will include new Health and Digital T Levels, technical
qualifications that offer classroom, practical and industry experience.
Artist’s impressions © copyright
2021 Wilson Mason LLP
12 13
BE INVOLVED
ENRICH YOUR STUDIES
AND STAND OUT
FROM THE CROWD
During your time at Bury College,
there will be plenty of opportunities
to take part in exciting activities and
trips. With a wide range of different
enrichment groups, clubs, and societies,
there is something for everyone.
These enrichment activities are a chance for you to meet
new people and enjoy new experiences, gaining a broad
TRAVELLING range of skills and adding value to your university statements
and CVs. Enrichment clubs may include:
TO BURY
There will also be the
• Accentu8 Performing Arts Club opportunity for you to get involved in
• A-level Newspaper different sports while you are here, free for Bury
COLLEGE
• Be Involved Group (BIG) College students and tailored to student demand.
• Chess Club Sport enrichment opportunities may include:
• Dance Workshops
• Debating Society • Badminton • Gym
• Duke of Edinburgh Award • Boxing • Nerf
• Film Club • Cricket • Volleyball
• Media Production Workshops • Football • Table Tennis
• Science Society • Running
• Singing Workshop
OUR PASS • Student Ambassador Scheme You will also have the opportunity to try out for our
Bury College students
EXCELLENT Netball and Football Sports Academies, which give
you access to two hours a week of coaching from
may be entitled to TRANSPORT LINKS our fully qualified FA coaches.
apply for an Our Pass
card, which allows you Bury College campus is conveniently located within
to travel anywhere in walking distance of the Metrolink and the bus
Greater Manchester free station, putting our students in the perfect spot for
of charge, at any time. transport links to Greater Manchester and beyond.
*Please note – all
This free bus travel card is available to all 16 to 18-year-old
students who live in Greater Manchester, and can be used TRAVEL SUPPORT activities are subject
to availability
to travel to and from Bury College free of charge, as well
and COVID-19
as allowing students the freedom to travel throughout There is financial support available for students
restrictions.
Greater Manchester at the weekends. who are not eligible for the ‘Our Pass’. For more
information, please contact the Bury College
www.ourpass.co.uk Student Services team on:
0161 280 8421
14 15
ENGLISH
AND MATHS
English and Maths qualifications
are highly valued by employers
and universities.
Gaining the essential skills and
knowledge needed to operate
confidently and effectively in
everyday life and at work
will help you progress and
achieve your career goals.
POSITIVE CAREERS INFORMATION,
FUTURES ADVICE AND GUIDANCE During your time at Bury College, you will continue
to develop your English and Maths skills, which
are embedded throughout your Study Programme.
- SKILLS FOR JOBS Personal Tutors and Careers Guidance Advisors will work
with you throughout your time at Bury College by offering English will help with your communication skills and you
204
- SKILLS FOR LIFE a personalised information, advice and guidance service. will also develop technical and numerical skills, which are
transferable to higher education and your career.
Whether you are looking to progress onto university, an
apprenticeship, employment or another Bury College
course, we will support you every step of the way. If you have not yet achieved your grade 4 at GCSE, in either English
Individual support includes: and/or Maths, you will need to continue to study these subjects as
part of your timetable to ensure that you have no
STUDENTS
• Advice on career routes barriers to your progression. ACHIEVED GRADE
9-4 IN GCSE
PERSONAL •
•
CVs and covering letters
Apprenticeship job application forms Depending on your results, you may continue with your English ENGLISH*
DEVELOPMENT • University application forms and Maths studies to improve your grade(s). These programmes
PROGRAMME • Preparation for interviews will not only build your confidence but also improve your
independence and have been designed to help you succeed
in life after college.
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The skills you develop at college will help
prepare you for your next steps. Our
WORK EXPERIENCE
Some learners will need to study Functional Skills as a
extensive Positive Futures programme As a full-time student you will benefit from extensive work stepping stone to your GCSEs. During your Functional
focuses on developing your employability experience placements as part of your study programme. Skills studies you will develop skills in reading, writing
skills through a diverse range of activities
including:
A number of Level 3 qualifications offer the opportunity to
undertake a 45-day industry placement in an occupational
and communication as well as core mathematical skills.
The level you work towards will depend on the previous
STUDENTS
area linked with your career pathway. qualifications that you have achieved. ACHIEVED GRADE
•
•
Work experience placements
Careers guidance
9-4 IN GCSE
• Volunteering
We are proud to have a team of Work Experience
Co-ordinators who work with you to secure high quality work
To help you successfully complete your English and
Maths qualifications you will be supported by experienced
MATHS*
• Careers fairs placements and industry experience. Benefits include: members of staff who will do all that they can to help you
• Talks by employers
achieve your education goals, progress onto university and/or
• Industry study visits • Developing new knowledge and skills
secure your dream career.
• Improving the content of your job, apprenticeship and
university applications *Overall results from
• Experience new and exciting careers GCSE November 2020 resits
• Improve your confidence and communication skills
16 17SUPPORTING
YOU
STUDENT SERVICES
Our students are extremely important to us and we
want to support and help you to have the best possible
experience at Bury College. Student Services aims to
offer a ‘one stop shop’ with support that extends to
all aspects of student life including:
• Careers advice and guidance
ALL STUDENTS ARE
• Additional learning support WELCOME TO VISIT
• Safeguarding STUDENT SERVICES
• Counselling
• Financial support AT ANY TIME
• Learning Resource Centres
• Chaplaincy
• Volunteering and progression
opportunities
PASTORAL SUPPORT
Moving from school to college is an exciting time. Life is fast think about your goals, set targets to enable you to reach
moving and challenging, and we are very keen to take great those goals, and track your progress. Being a Bury College
care to ensure that all students who join Bury College have student is about being an independent learner and being
the individual support they need. We do this through our able to self-evaluate - which means recognising your
excellent pastoral system which is committed to support strengths and weaknesses and taking responsibility for
you through life at college, and beyond. your own learning. Your Personal Tutor will have a clear
overview of your academic and personal development
Our Pastoral Team is available to help you overcome any whilst at college, and will support you along your journey
issues you may have so that you are best placed to achieve to success.
your full potential. They can offer confidential support
and advice and are always there to listen.
PASTORAL MANAGERS
As well as Personal Tutors, we have Pastoral Managers
PERSONAL TUTORS
who are also there to support you and will work closely
Your Personal Tutor will help you settle quickly into college with your Personal Tutor in monitoring your progress.
life and they will work with you to ensure you achieve the They are there to help you should you be having any
best results possible. Your Personal Tutor will meet with you difficulties, be it in college or at home, that could prevent
individually four times during the academic year, to help you you from achieving and enjoying your time here.
18 19SUPPORTING YOU
ADDITIONAL LEARNING SUPPORT
Additional Learning Support is available to help and support • Social communication/friendship groups
you to succeed on your chosen course. Members of the • Group academic support sessions
Additional Learning Support team are experienced in • Exam access arrangements
working with students with a range of learning difficulties • Mentoring support
and disabilities including: • Support from Medical/Physical/Sensory Impairment/
Autism Spectrum coordinators (pre-entry and on
• Profound/Moderate learning difficulties programme)
• Specific learning difficulties (SpLD) including dyslexia • Enrichment activities
and dyspraxia • Advocacy
• Physical and Sensory impairments • Links to external services, e.g. Visual and Hearing
• Medical conditions Impairment Services
• ASD/Asperger’s
• Social/Emotional and Mental Health needs You can ask for support at any time. Tell us about any needs
you may have on your application form, at interview, advice
The type of support available will depend on individual
days, or at enrolment. We have a team of learning support
needs, this may include:
tutors and support workers who will talk to you about your
• Enhanced transition needs, and support you in whichever way is best for you.
• Specialist assessment/individual support plan
We will work with you and staff in the college to develop an
• Small group provision (Foundation Studies)
individual support plan to help you make the most of your
• In-class support from an Educational Support Worker
time at college. Please help us to help you by telling us if you
• Personal Care support
• Mobility support have a disability or any other needs in advance of starting
• Access to specialist equipment/adapted materials/ your course, and we will endeavour to provide support on
software commencement of your course.
SUPPORTING YOU
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
There are various financial support mechanisms available
for students who are experiencing financial difficulty
whilst studying at Bury College. These include Learner
Support Funds, Bursaries and Awards*.
Support can be used to supplement the costs
of attending college, e.g. transport, college
equipment, meals in college, books, trips,
specialised kits and other course related costs.
There is also a limited amount of funding to
support students with childcare costs. All
financial support is subject to eligibility criteria
so we urge you to make contact with Student
Services staff as soon as you enrol (or before if
possible) on 0161 280 8421 and they will be able
to advise you.
*Please note, there are terms and conditions
that apply to financial support for students. These
are prescribed by the Government along strict
guidelines that Bury College must follow.
20 21SUPPORTING YOU
SAFEGUARDING
Bury College is committed to creating and maintaining RESPECT
a friendly, welcoming and safe working environment for
all. Your safety and welfare is of the utmost importance At Bury College we emphasise the importance of
and will be protected whether learning is taking place respecting staff, students and visitors to the college
on or off Bury College premises. and respecting their property and the facilities of the
college, which exist for the benefit of all. You are asked
We have a duty of care and a legal obligation to to help us create an environment where everyone feels
safeguard you and staff. Designated Safeguarding safe and valued and where you can work successfully to
Officers will respond immediately if there is a suspicion achieve your full potential.
that any student may be the victim of any form of abuse.
For more information about Safeguarding PREVENT
at Bury College please email:
The college is committed to the Government’s National
safeguarding@burycollege.ac.uk
Strategy for ‘Prevent’ which safeguards you from
extremism and radicalisation. To this end we promote the
fundamental British Values of rule of law, democracy,
SECURITY
individual liberty, tolerance and mutual respect.
To ensure your security we operate an identity card
system where you will wear lanyards and ID badges.
Students use their ID badge to swipe in and out at the
security barriers and wear their lanyards whilst on the
college campus. We also have measures in place to
protect students online.
SUPPORTING YOU
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY Equality means that all members of Bury College and
its communities can expect to be treated fairly and have
AND INCLUSION equal opportunity to access college activities and services.
Diversity is about recognising, valuing and celebrating the
Bury College has an Equality Policy, and an Equality
differences of the people at Bury College including staff,
and Diversity Statement which states:
learners, visitors and the extended communities.
“Bury College is committed to providing Inclusion - Bury College is a place where all staff and
an inclusive culture which advances students can have a sense of belonging and are motivated
equality and diversity in the delivery of to work/study to their full potential. No one should be
services and employment opportunities victimised, discriminated against, harassed, or bullied and
we are committed to ensuring that this does not happen.
and aims to provide an environment where
staff, students, partners and other users Bury College promotes disability equality and is committed
feel valued and respected.” to ensuring that people with learning difficulties and/or
disabilities are treated fairly. Reasonable adjustments to
provision will be made to ensure all students reach their
potential. Please tell us if you have a disability so we can
offer you appropriate help in your studies.
22 23CHOOSING
YOUR STUDY
PROGRAMME
We are proud to be an inclusive college and welcome applications
from students from all areas. At Bury College there are course
opportunities for everyone.
Depending on your talents, career ambitions and
qualifications, you can choose one of four
pathways suited to your individual needs.
PATHWAY 1
A LEVEL STUDY See
page
PROGRAMMES 26
PATHWAY 4
See
• Study three A-level subjects (four by exception) APPRENTICESHIPS page
152
• May include one Applied A-level subject
• Two-year course
• Assessment is predominantly exam based • A full-time job with a recognised qualification
PATHWAY 3
• Group and one-to-one tutorials • Study one subject
• Enrichment programme VOCATIONAL STUDY See
page • Earn a salary
• Careers guidance and preparation for progress through:
- University visits
PATHWAY 2 PROGRAMMES 84 • Benefit from 20% off-the-job training
• Gain practical work-based experience
- Work placements and visits T LEVEL STUDY See
page
- Voluntary work
PROGRAMMES 68
• Study one vocational subject
• One or two-year course depending on level and ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
qualification
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Specific entry requirements may be applicable. You’ll also
• Study one T Level • Available at Entry Level up to Level 3 be expected to have an interest or knowledge of your
To study A-levels at Bury College you will need six GCSEs • Two-year technical course • Assessment is predominantly practical and chosen sector and to pass a numeracy and literacy test.
at grade 9-4 to include: • Assessment is a combination of exams, practical coursework based
• A minimum of three GCSE grades 4 or higher skills tests and employer set projects • Work experience opportunities
• A minimum of three GCSE grades 5 or higher • 45-day (315 hour) industry placement • Group and one-to-one tutorials
• These should include a minimum of grade 4 in • Group and one-to-one tutorials • Enrichment programme ALSO AVAILABLE:
English Language and Mathematics# • Enrichment programme
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ADULT ACCESS See
In addition, some subjects will demand higher grades
e.g. Further Mathematics.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND UNIVERSITY pages 158
and 160
Students intending to study T Levels will have achieved
The college entry requirements for the majority of
Level 3 vocational programmes is five GCSE grades 4
COURSES
#
Although for some subjects a grade 5 is preferable, there is a minimum of 5 GCSE grades 9-4, including or above. A minimum of 8 grade points is required
some flexibility dependent upon the overall GCSE profile. English and Maths. from English and Maths combined. For other For adults returning to or continuing education
vocational level entry requirements, please refer we offer Access Programmes (page 158) and
to the course pages within this course guide. University courses (page 160).
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INTRODUCTION
COURSES AVAILABLE:
Accounting 30
Art & Design 32
Art, Craft and Design 32
Photography 32
Business Studies 34
Computer Science 36
Drama & Theatre Studies 38
Economics 40
Engineering 42
English 44
Language 44
Literature 44
Bury College A Level Centre
Film Studies 46
is a great place to study. We are
an inclusive college community
A LEVEL STUDY
Financial Studies 48
Geography 50 that will support you to achieve
History 52 your full potential through an
PROGRAMMES
Law 54 engaging, interesting
Mathematics 56 and personalised study
Mathematics 56 programme.
Further Mathematics 56
Level 3 Mathematical Studies 56
Media Studies 58
Science 60-63
Biology 60
Chemistry 60 The A-level study programme option will • These should include a minimum of grade 4 in programme, you may include one of these applied subjects
English Language and Mathematics# to support your progression and career aim.
Physics 60 appeal strongly to students who:
Environmental Science 62 In addition, some subjects will demand higher grades A-levels are challenging and to be successful you will need
Applied Science 62 • Have enjoyed academic teaching and learning e.g. Further Mathematics. to be committed to the course, and have a keen interest
Social Sciences 64 in schools and are comfortable and successful with
in your chosen subjects. For each subject you will have five
examinations as the main form of assessment. #
Although for some subjects a grade 5 is preferable,
Criminology 64 hours of timetabled lessons each week, with homework set
• Enjoy private study, researching topics, reading around there is some flexibility dependent upon the overall
Psychology 64 and marked regularly. Throughout your study programme
subjects and can work independently. GCSE profile.
Sociology 64 you will be supported in developing skills to ensure you can
• Want to study traditional subjects such as Geography,
Sport 66 work independently. These skills will be developed within
History, Mathematics and English to a higher level. An A-level study programme involves studying three (or in the curriculum and through the tutorial system. As well
• Are interested in a career where, at present, A-levels some cases four) subjects over two years. The majority of as group tutorials, you will have personalised sessions to
are the preferred entry route e.g. Medicine, these subjects are traditional A-levels, assessed through discuss progression and receive careers guidance.
Veterinary Science, Law. examination at the end of the second year. Only a few of
these subjects have a coursework based component. A key focus is on helping you prepare for the next step,
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS be that university, an apprenticeship or employment.
However, some subjects are more applied (Criminology, University and workplace visits, guest speakers, voluntary
To study A-levels at Bury College you will need six GCSE Financial Studies, Law, Applied Science, Engineering and work-related experience all enrich the curriculum
grades 9-4, to include: and Sport) meaning a higher vocational-based content and help you make that vital next step decision.
• A minimum of three GCSE grades 4 or higher and assessment process. As part of your A-level study
• A minimum of three GCSE grades 5 or higher
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“I have always had a keen “I never thought I would
interest in Engineering be able to achieve
and I am so happy to these grades and it’s
have secured a place at all thanks to my tutors.
University, which will help Bury College has made
me towards my long-term me become a more
goal of completing independent person.”
a Masters.” Former School: Abraham Moss Community School
CHINWEIKE EZEOKAFOR DUAA NAZAM IKHLAQ
Achievement: A-levels - Spanish (A*),
Biology (B) and Chemistry (A)
Achievement: A-levels - Maths (A*), Progression: University of Salford to
Further Maths (A), Physics (A*) study Prosthetics and Orthotics
Progression: Durham University to study Engineering
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“My time at Bury
“I’ve loved my time College has been very
at Bury College, the positive, I had lots of
support I received was support from my tutors
amazing. I’m so happy who pushed me to do
with my results.” my very best.”
Former School: Bury Church of England High School
Achievement: A-levels - Sociology (A*), English Language Former School: Bolton St Catherine’s Academy
and Literature (A*), Drama and Theatre Studies (A) Achievement: A-levels - Maths (A), Chemistry (A)
Progression: Liverpool Hope University to study and Photography (B)
Childhood & Youth and Drama Progression: University of Liverpool to
CAITE DURACK study Aerospace Engineering
ALEX LATHAM
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Subject also available as:
YOUR FUTURE
ACCOUNTING AP
PAGE 153
Career opportunities may include:
ACCOUNTANCY
CODE COURSE TITLE LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION DURATION
PERSONAL BANKING
CORPORATE
MA037 A-level Accounting 3
A-level entry requirements, including: Higher education or
2 years
BANKING
• English grade 9-5 employment
FINANCE
MARKETING
HUMAN
RESOURCES
A-level Accounting helps you develop knowledge and aspects will enable you to acquire critical understanding
understanding of the purposes of accounting. You can then of the way in which financial information is used
look forward to learning all the skills you need to solve a when preparing accounts, and misused, as is the
variety of accounting problems. Its practical and academic case in some accounting scandals!
A LEVELS
TOPICS YOU HOW YOU WILL
WILL STUDY BE ASSESSED
WORK • Bookkeeping
EXPERIENCE
• 100% exam
• Bank reconciliation
• Journals and correction of errors
Bury College study programmes • Preparation of financial statements
include essential career-enhancing • Control accounts
work experience. Depending on your • Preparation of limited company
career aspirations, placements may accounts
include: • Introduction to budgets
• Introduction to management
• Banks
accounts
• Local authorities
• Incomplete records
• Libraries
• Partnership accounting
• Museums
• Bonus issue/ rights issue of shares
• Law firms
• Further ratio analysis
• Accounting firms
• Capital investment appraisal
• Retail stores
• Sales/purchases/labour/cash budgets
• Charities
• Break even analysis
• Professional ethics
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YOUR STUDIES
As an A-level student you will have access to a wide
range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute
to your personal growth and development and support
your academic studies. These may include:
• Student Ambassador Scheme • College Magazine
• Debating Society • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • Film Club
• Science Society • Singing and Dancing Club
• Wide range of sports clubs and access to the on-site college gym
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YOUR FUTURE
ART & DESIGN V
PAGES
88-93
Career opportunities may include:
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
CODE COURSE TITLE LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION DURATION PHOTOGRAPHER
FASHION/COSTUME
A-level entry requirements, including:
• Grade 9-4 in an Art & Design subject
DESIGNER
A-level Art, Craft
MA055
and Design
• A portfolio of work can be considered
for discretionary approval if you have
CERAMIC ARTIST
Pre-degree Foundation
not studied GCSE Art & Design
course, HND/C and
2 years
GAMES DESIGNER
3
Degree courses or
employment MERCHANDISING
A-level entry requirements, including:
• Students do not need a 9-4 in Art
INTERIOR
MA010 A-level Photography
or a Design subject to do this course DESIGNER
VIDEO/DIGITAL
EDITOR
Our Art and Photography A-levels are designed to stretch Delivered by experts within their fields, our supportive
your creative talents and develop your technical abilities. tutors will work with you individually to bring out the WEB DESIGNER
Intended for those looking to harness their skills or seek a
very best of your abilities.
ART DIRECTOR
career in the creative industries, our Art and Photography You will benefit from a wide range of specialist facilities ILLUSTRATOR
A-levels provide you with the knowledge and ability to including a traditional photography darkroom,
progress directly onto university or straight into industry. state-of-the-art image editing software and
creative workshop environments.
A LEVELS
ART, CRAFT PHOTOGRAPHY
AND DESIGN In A-level Photography you will mainly
FINE ARTIST
WORK In A-level Art, Craft and Design you
work in the area of digital photography,
however you will also be able to work
ADVERTISING
EXPERIENCE will work in the area of 2D Fine Art,
plus at least one of the following areas:
with traditional film and darkroom
methods. Much of your photography
CURATOR
Textile Design, Graphic Communication,
Bury College study programmes will be taken on location, with additional
Photography. A ‘mixed-media’ approach
include essential career-enhancing access to studio facilities within the
is encouraged.
work experience. Depending on your college.
career aspirations, placements may
The topics studied on this course are:
include: The topics studied on this course are:
• Artist research and contextual
• Local community businesses • Photography research and contextual
understanding
• Local football clubs understanding
• Visual language and creativity
• • Visual language and creativity
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Hospices
• Skills and techniques across a wide
• Heritage Lottery Funds • Camera control
range of media
•
•
Local schools
Bury Council
• Selecting personal and meaningful
subjects/themes
• Digital editing
• Traditional film and darkroom YOUR STUDIES
• Retail stores techniques
• Portfolio presentation As an A-level student you will have access to a wide
• BBC • Selecting personal and meaningful
subjects/themes range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute
HOW YOU WILL • Online portfolio presentation to your personal growth and development and support
your academic studies. These may include:
BE ASSESSED • Student Ambassador Scheme • College Magazine
• 100% coursework
HOW YOU WILL • Debating Society • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • Film Club
BE ASSESSED • Science Society • Singing and Dancing Club
• Wide range of sports clubs and access to the on-site college gym
• 100% coursework
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YOUR FUTURE
BUSINESS T V AP
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Career opportunities may include:
MANAGEMENT
CODE COURSE TITLE LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION DURATION
MARKETING
HUMAN RESOURCES
MA001 A-level Business Studies 3
A-level entry requirements, including:
• English grade 9-5
Higher education or
employment
2 years FINANCE AND
ACCOUNTING
PRODUCTION
AND
INTERNATIONAL
This is both an exciting and dynamic subject. You will The course is a great choice if you are considering
BUSINESS
explore the internal functions of a business such as finance, setting up your own enterprise, and is a good stepping
marketing, human resources and operations management. stone for further study at university and highly
You will also consider external influences that affect a respected by employers.
business, such as technology, law and the economy.
A LEVELS
TOPICS YOU HOW YOU WILL
WILL STUDY BE ASSESSED
WORK • Enterprise • 100% exam
EXPERIENCE •
•
Marketing
Finance
Bury College study programmes • People in organisations
include essential career-enhancing • Operations management
work experience. Depending on your • Sales forecasting
career aspirations, placements may • Analysing financial performance
include: • Decision-making models
• Investment appraisal
• Banks • Risk management
• Local authorities • Political, Economic, Social and
• Libraries Technological (PEST)
• Museums • Ethical/environmental impacts
• Law firms • International trade and globalisation
• Accounting firms
• Retail stores
• Charities
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YOUR STUDIES
As an A-level student you will have access to a wide
range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute
to your personal growth and development and support
your academic studies. These may include:
• Student Ambassador Scheme • College Magazine
• Debating Society • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • Film Club
• Science Society • Singing and Dancing Club
• Wide range of sports clubs and access to the on-site college gym
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YOUR FUTURE
COMPUTER T V Career opportunities may include:
SCIENCE
PAGES
70-73
PAGES
104-107 SOFTWARE ENGINEER
APP DEVELOPER
GAMES PROGRAMMER
CODE COURSE TITLE LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION DURATION DATABASE ANALYST
A-level entry requirements, including:
WEB DEVELOPER
• Maths grade 9-6 CLOUD DEVELOPER
• Computer Science grade 9-5 Higher education
MA015 A-level Computer Science 3 (if studied) or employment
2 years NETWORK ENGINEER
• One Level 3 Maths course must
also be studied CLOUD ENGINEER
NETWORK
SECURITY
ANALYST
The Computer Science course we offer at Bury College has tomorrow. The course has a strong emphasis on problem
CYBER
been refreshed to move with the times and adapt to the solving and practical programming using the C# SECURITY
advances in Computing which are constantly transforming programming language. This is complemented by CONSULTANT
the way we work. a study of computational theory, giving you the
skills to progress to higher education or thrive
Computer Science embraces the logical, imaginative and in the workplace.
creative skills needed to create the technologies of
A LEVELS
TOPICS YOU HOW YOU WILL
WORK WILL STUDY BE ASSESSED
EXPERIENCE •
•
Object orientated programming (C#)
Computer architecture
• 80% exam
• 20% coursework
• SQL and database design
Bury College study programmes
• Functional programming (Haskell)
include essential career-enhancing
• Logic and Boolean Algebra
work experience. Depending on your
• Software design
career aspirations, placements may
• Abstract data types and structures
include:
• Networking, communication and
• Software developers the internet
• Telecommunications providers
• Network engineers
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YOUR STUDIES
As an A-level student you will have access to a wide
range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute
to your personal growth and development and support
your academic studies. These may include:
• Student Ambassador Scheme • College Magazine
• Debating Society • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • Film Club
• Science Society • Singing and Dancing Club
• Wide range of sports clubs and access to the on-site college gym
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Subject also available as:
YOUR FUTURE
DRAMA & V Career opportunities may include:
THEATRE STUDIES
PAGE 134
ACTOR
PERFORMER
STAGE TECHNICIAN
CODE COURSE TITLE LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION DURATION STAGE MANAGER
TEACHER
A-level entry requirements, including:
A-level Drama and • Evidence of an interest in the Higher education PRODUCER
MA033 3 theatre 2 years
Theatre Studies
• A successful audition
or employment
DIRECTOR
Drama and Theatre Studies is a highly practical course take part in a wide range of performances, showcases and
which explores the creative processes of theatre making enrichment activities. You will attend the theatre at least
from the perspectives of an audience member, a performer, twice with college - possibly visiting London’s National
a designer and director. Through the exploration of Theatre and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. We also offer
set texts and live performance, you will develop your the opportunity for students to gain LAMDA performance
performance, creative, critical and analytical skills. qualifications in Acting and/or Musical Theatre.
You will be a part of our Bury College School of
Performance, where you will have the opportunity to
A LEVELS
TOPICS YOU HOW YOU WILL
WILL STUDY BE ASSESSED
WORK • Devising - creating original
performance from a text stimulus
• 40% coursework
• 20% practical performance exam
EXPERIENCE • Text in Performance - taking on a
performance or design role in a
• 40% written exam
Previous placements for Drama practical, tutor directed piece and
students have included: solo/paired performance
• Theatre Makers in Practice- exploring
• The MET
theatre making through the analysis of
• Royal Exchange
live performance and two set texts
• Octagon Theatre Bolton
• Local arts institutions
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YOUR STUDIES
As an A-level student you will have access to a wide
range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute
to your personal growth and development and support
your academic studies. These may include:
• Student Ambassador Scheme • College Magazine
• Debating Society • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • Film Club
• Science Society • Singing and Dancing Club
• Wide range of sports clubs and access to the on-site college gym
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YOUR FUTURE
ECONOMICS On completion of this course you may choose
to progress onto a degree. Please note
that some universities stipulate A-level
Mathematics as a subject requirement for
a degree in Economics. Economics
CODE COURSE TITLE LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION DURATION can lead to a number of careers
such as:
A-level entry requirements, including: Higher education or
MA017 A-level Economics 3 • English grade 9-5 employment
2 years ACCOUNTING
BANKING AND
FINANCE
BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT
You will study, explore and discuss current issues nationally Economics is ideal to combine with traditional subjects CIVIL SERVICE
and globally in relation to the behaviour of economic such as Mathematics and is a springboard to a wide range
agents in the real world, especially the theoretical workings of analytical based careers. ECONOMIST
of the free market. You will be exploring imperfections and
market failures, and the potential impacts and limitations
JOURNALISM
of a variety of governmental policies and approaches. AND POLITICS
A LEVELS
TOPICS YOU HOW YOU WILL
WILL STUDY BE ASSESSED
WORK • Microeconomics - looks at individual • 100% exam including synoptic
EXPERIENCE markets to discover how prices are
set and the impact of decision making
assessment
by consumers, businesses and the
Bury College study programmes Government
include essential career-enhancing
work experience. Depending on your • Macroeconomics - covers how
career aspirations, placements may overall economies operate. Many of
include: the topics are discussed daily in the
news, for example unemployment,
• Banks inflation, interest rates, imports/
• Building Societies exports, exchange rates and
• Finance departments globalisation
• Local Government
ENRICH
YOUR STUDIES
As an A-level student you will have access to a wide
range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute
to your personal growth and development and support
your academic studies. These may include:
• Student Ambassador Scheme • College Magazine
• Debating Society • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • Film Club
• Science Society • Singing and Dancing Club
• Wide range of sports clubs and access to the on-site college gym
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ENGINEERING T V
PAGE 76 PAGES
114-117
Engineering career opportunities increasingly
focus on working with innovative technology
and are exceptionally diverse. Roles exist
in research, design, simulation, testing and
production and there are many sectors
CODE COURSE TITLE LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION DURATION to choose from including:
A-level entry requirements, including:
• Maths grade 9-5 Higher education or AEROSPACE
MA067 Level 3 Engineering† 3 2 years
• Two separate Sciences including
Physics grades 9-6
employment
RENEWABLES
AUTOMOTIVE
† This subject is an A-level equivalent
to be taken as part of an A-level Study Programme MECHANICAL
ROBOTICS
Engineering covers a wide range of disciplines – anything competences required for working in the Engineering PROSTHETICS
from rockets to mobile phones and even hip replacements! sector.
Engineering is not just about ‘fixing things’ it is about
understanding how and why things work. You will benefit from working in a dedicated Engineering
Centre equipped with the latest industry technology,
This is a specialist qualification which can be studied as purpose-built labs and an engineering workshop. You will
part of a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and be able to interpret and produce engineering drawings,
Mathematics) study programme to provide a progression produce models of products, edit and modify these, and
pathway, which develops a set of specialist skills and explore materials and their properties.
A LEVELS
QUALIFICATION HOW YOU WILL
STUDIED BE ASSESSED
WORK • BTEC Level 3 National Extended • 58% exam
EXPERIENCE Certificate in Engineering
• A-level equivalent to be taken as part
• 42% coursework
Bury College study programmes of an A-level Study Programme
include essential career-enhancing
work experience. You will undertake
placements with companies of all sizes,
TOPICS YOU
both local and regional. Successful WILL STUDY
work experience placements have
taken place with the • Engineering principles
following employers: • Delivery of engineering processes
safely as a team
• Stagecoach • Engineering product design and
• JST Fabrications manufacture
•
•
Kellogg’s • Computer Aided Design (CAD) in ENRICH
YOUR STUDIES
William Hare Group engineering
• DAS Engineering Services
As an A-level student you will have access to a wide
range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute
to your personal growth and development and support
your academic studies. These may include:
• Student Ambassador Scheme • College Magazine
• Debating Society • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • Film Club
• Science Society • Singing and Dancing Club
• Wide range of sports clubs and access to the on-site college gym
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ENGLISH A-level English can lead to a variety
of careers including:
JOURNALISM
CODE COURSE TITLE LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS PROGRESSION DURATION SPEECH THERAPY
SOCIAL WORK
MA003 A-level English Language
LAW
A-level entry requirements, including: Higher education or
3 • English grade 9-5 employment 2 years
EDUCATION
MA018 A-level English Literature MARKETING
English Language is an introduction to the study of Studying English Literature allows you to immerse
linguistics. On this course, you will study a mixture of yourself in different worlds and learn about different
topics that explore language development and use, the societies throughout history and across the world.
diversity of the language in society and how it changes
over time.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENGLISH LITERATURE
A LEVELS
The topics studied on this course are: The topics studied on this course are:
WORK • Stylistic analysis of non-fiction texts • Gothic Literature – Dracula, The
EXPERIENCE •
•
Child language development
Language diversity and change
Picture of Dorian Gray and short
extracts
• Regional varieties • Drama and poetry pre-1900 – The
Depending on your career • Language and social groups Duchess of Malfi and selected poetry
aspirations, placements • Language and gender by Christina Rossetti
may include: • Language and ethnicity • Literature post-1900 (coursework) –
• Journalism • Occupational language A Streetcar Named Desire,
• Local media • Language change Atonement and selected poetry
• Charities by Carol Ann Duffy
• Shakespeare – The Tempest
•
•
Marketing
Law firms
HOW YOU WILL
BE ASSESSED HOW YOU WILL
• 80% exam BE ASSESSED
• 20% coursework
• 80% exam ENRICH
• 20% coursework YOUR STUDIES
As an A-level student you will have access to a wide
range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute
to your personal growth and development and support
your academic studies. These may include:
• Student Ambassador Scheme • College Magazine
• Debating Society • Duke of Edinburgh Awards • Film Club
• Science Society • Singing and Dancing Club
• Wide range of sports clubs and access to the on-site college gym
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