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Boston College Course Guide 2019/20 EXPECT MORE EXPERIENCE COLLEGE apply now Boston www.boston.ac.uk and Spalding
Open Boston Open Events Art and design Events Courses October 2018 November 2018 Thursday 11th Thursday 15th 5:00pm - 8:00pm 5:00pm - 8:00pm Experience February 2019 Thursday 7th 5:00pm - 8:00pm College June 2019 Saturday 22nd TBC Access to Higher Education 22 GCSEs 58 The Principal’s Welcome 4 Spalding Open Events Accounting 24 Graphic Design 60 Why Choose Boston College 5 October 2018 Tuesday 2nd 5:00pm - 7:00pm A levels 26 Hairdressing 62 The Difference Between May 2019 Tuesday 14th 5:00pm - 7:00pm School and College 6 Animal Care 28 Health and Safety 64 Much More Than a Qualification 7 Apprenticeship Open Event (Boston) Art and Design 30 Health and Social Care 66 Life at College 8 Beauty Therapy 32 Media 70 March 2019 Thursday 14th 5:00pm - 7:00pm Spalding College 10 Bricklaying 34 Motor Vehicle (Automotive) 72 If you are unable to attend any of the above events, please contact us Levels and Qualifications 11 on 01205 313218 to arrange an alternative visit. Business 36 Music 74 Career Goals and Work Experience 12 Carpentry and Joinery 40 Pathways 2 Progress 76 • Speak to industry expert tutors from our course areas. Next Steps after GCSEs 13 Catering and Hospitality 42 Performing Arts 78 • S ee the professional facilities and industry standard Apprenticeships 14 Computing 44 Photography 80 equipment available. Traineeships 15 Early Years 46 Plumbing 82 • Meet current students to hear about courses and college life. University Level Courses 16 Electrical 48 Science 84 • Find out information about fees, transport and student support. Money Matters 17 • T alk to our Careers Advisers for free and impartial information, Employment and Skills Training 50 Sport 86 Learner Services and Extra Support 18 advice and guidance. Engineering 52 Teaching 88 Careers Advice 19 English and Maths 54 Travel and Tourism 90 How to Apply 20 ESOL 55 Uniformed Public Services 92 Taster Days Courses - Important Information 21 Foundation (Entry/SEND) 56 FAQs 94 Monday 5th - Friday 9th November 2018 Monday 12th - Friday 16th November 2018 Campus Addresses 95 @bostoncollegeuk apply now Spend a day at Boston College - attend lessons to find out the kind of things you would do on the course you are interested in, ask extra questions, meet other potential new students and explore our View videos, pics and news online fantastic facilities. Speak to your school to get involved. www.boston.ac.uk All events are subject to change, please check the website, Call us: 01205 313218 www.boston.ac.uk for the most up-to-date information. 2 /3
THE PRINCIPAL’S What I’ve learnt in my first year is already Art and design setting me up to progress into the industry. WELCOME Why choose I NEVER FEEL ALONE WITH ANYTHING, Boston In 2018, 98% of our students rated teaching as excellent or good and THERE’S ALWAYS SOMEONE TO TALK this is supported by our high quality student experience. Ofsted TO WHETHER IT’S ABOUT MY COURSE recognised Boston College’s high standards of provision, performance and quality of teaching during their recent inspection and confirmed the OR THINGS OUTSIDE OF COLLEGE. College? College’s ‘Good’ status, making it one of the best performing providers of post-16 education in the area. The report concluded that the College I knew that I could be myself here - has maintained, and improved, the high standards found at the previous inspection with aspects of performance described as “life-changing”. to express myself and be individual. Our excellent links with industry, coupled with specialist facilities and We learn in a real working environment and have excellent staff will help you to prepare for your chosen career. We offer a suite of study programmes tailored to meet individual student needs, a range work experience opportunities. Every year, the College welcomes 6,000 students of apprenticeships designed by employers and have a growing through its doors - 1,600 of these study with us reputation for academic excellence in Higher Education. Our extensive full time, up to 200 are international students from course offer from entry to Degree level means that at Boston College we aim to have the right course for you. across the globe and 170 more are studying THE LECTURERS ARE THE BEST at Higher Education level - here’s a selection of We offer much more than qualifications, our students gain practical reasons why our students think they made the I HAVE EVER HAD. experience, learning in real-life working environments and we have best choice! outstanding levels of student support. With award-winning careers The assignments are based on the standards guidance services and a fantastic team of lecturers who are subject and tasks expected in the workplace making specialists with industry experience, it really is a great time to join us. them realistic. We take pride in preparing our learners well for their next steps by supporting them to be successful – part of this involves developing their I ENJOY SPENDING MY TIME HERE WITH resilience and wellbeing. Our Learner Services Team are excited to be working with the Charlie Waller Memorial Trust over the next year to FRIENDS I HAVE MADE FOR LIFE. launch the ‘Be Brilliant – Building Resilience & Wellbeing’ project. The tutors go the extra mile to The College welcomes students from a diverse range of backgrounds and our culture is one of respect and inclusion that transcends everything support us with our learning. we do. We encourage our students to aim high and we are skilled at getting the best from every individual. At Boston College, we believe in the I wake up feeling happy to go to standards of hard work, passion, enthusiasm and excellence. College, it’s made my life better! I look forward to welcoming you to our college soon. We get the opportunity to go on some great trips. apply now Jo Maher Principal and Chief Executive www.boston.ac.uk @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online 4 /5
1st class skills secure a win The difference between for Motor Vehicle student Keenan. Much more Keenan and Jack represented Art and design school and college the Motor Vehicle department in than a the Light Vehicle category of the East Midlands Skills competition qualification at EMTEC Nottingham College. Keenan beat tough competition from the likes of Ferrari technicians to take 1st place on We asked our learners the the day. difference between school Realistic working environments: and college: “We are training in a professional, real-life environment. The course Our students gain real experience, Animal Care students took part in a learning in real-life working More responsibility on you definitely prepares you for a career ‘real-world’ research trip to South Africa. within the industry.” environments, from subject specialist for your learning: The students headed off on a two-week staff. Plus, the College’s links with expedition to South Africa to help with “We are given the responsibility of industry and employers ensures that biodiversity surveys run by Operation Wallacea, a conservation research managing and planning our own time our students are set up for university organisation. They spent a week at Kruger which prepares us for university.” You are treated like an adult: National Park Reserve collecting data and the world of work. Let Boston to monitor the effect larger herbivores, “The way you are treated as an College help you get to where you such as elephants, have on the enclosed individual and an adult makes me want to be! reserves, and the second week in Sodwana Bay learning to dive to PADI Open Water New friends to make: enjoy coming to college.” level, and completing an Indian Ocean reef ecology course. The trip provided the “I was nervous but there are a variety of students with the opportunity to work on a different people on my course and it’s real-world research programme alongside easy to make friends.” Gain more than qualifications: academic researchers – an amazing experience for the start of their careers! “I came to Boston College as I wanted more hands-on experience and the work Learn in specialised facilities: placements really appealed to me.” The VIVIT Experience brings the anatomy to life. “We have a wide range of facilities Boston College students from available to us at the College as well various courses had a day out of as equipment that is available to rent.” Industry trained staff: Explore more the classroom to get hands on with the world’s only semi-synthetic “The lecturers on my course have industry human cadaver dissection. The apply now experience and are really passionate of the amazing experiences VIVIT experience was a fantastic opportunity, which gave the students about their fields.” you could get involved in at a chance to see and join in with dissection of the human anatomy. www.boston.ac.uk www.boston.ac.uk 6 /7
Life at SPORTS CENTRE AND GYM You will find lots of photos and With updated facilities, videos of the facilities on our including four football pitches, a gym, sports website, or better still come and College field, sports hall, multi-use have a look for yourself at one of games area, dance studio, AstroTurf, changing rooms our Open Events – see the inner and café. front cover for dates. THE DINER AND DELI SAM NEWSOM CENTRE Chill out with your friends and grab some lunch or a snack Music and Performing Arts from the two food counters serving hot and cold food. students are based at our dedicated centre, where THE COFFEE SHOP facilities include DJ suites, Grab a coffee to go or indulge in a hot chocolate and a recording studios equipped freshly baked cake on your break. with Cubase SX, FL Studio HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY SALONS 11, Ableton Live, the latest THE FOOD COURT VST Instruments and IN BOSTON AND SPALDING Tasty new menus are offered every day as well as samplers, an ICT suite and Treat yourself without breaking the bank! irresistible home-made desserts, all prepared by our skilled an incredible auditorium Treatments offered by our Level 2 and 3 students Catering students and staff. famed for its acoustics. NEW FOR include: cut and blow dry, restyle, gents cut, SEPTEMBER beard trim, colouring, brows, lashes, manicures, LIME RESTAURANT 2019! pedicures, facials, massages and lots more. Visit Our fine dining restaurant offers high quality the Style Academy page on our website for a ENGINEERING, full price list and information on how to book food at an exceptionally reasonable price. ENTERPRISE ZONE MANUFACTURING AND your appointment, or pop in to the salon. UNIVERSITY CENTRE COFFEE SHOP The Enterprise Zone If you are based within the Boston University Centre, the provides students with TECHNOLOGY CENTRE University Centre Coffee Shop will keep you fuelled for opportunities to meet local The Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology Centre, is studying by offering a wide range of hot and cold drinks businesses and take part planned to open for September 2019. Facilities will include and food. in a variety of enterprise an innovation hub, two workshops that will provide space for challenges and workshops. traditional and modern design, maintenance and manufacturing LIBRARY It’s an excellent opportunity techniques, an electronics laboratory, CAD/CAM suite, three to get in touch with the Our modern, spacious library is a bright, world of business and pick classrooms, changing rooms and a break-out space for learners. relaxing space equipped with computers, a full up valuable tips. reading list of books for all courses, access to over 300 journals and a silent study room. @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online 8 /9
Levels and Qualifications Spalding Art and design ENTRY LEVEL Entry level qualifications help develop skills, and increase knowledge along with College confidence. There are no entry requirements for these courses. Progress to: A range of courses at Level 1. LEVEL 1 GCSE Grades 3-1 (D-G) Technical 1 BTEC Introductory Level The campus in Spalding is in the heart of the town THE COMMON ROOM Pathways 2 Progress centre. The building accommodates top-of-the-range Chill out and catch up with your friends in Traineeships teaching facilities, in a state of the art environment, ‘The Common Room’ during your free time Employment and Skills Training where you’ll find comfy seating, a TV and enabling courses to be delivered in a variety of subjects. vending machines to keep you relaxed and Progress to: A range of courses at Level 2 or employment. refreshed in-between your studies. Boston College offers a LEVEL 2 GCSE grades 9-4 (A*–C) Look out for ‘Spalding’ in individual course locations to find out which wide range of courses Intermediate Apprenticeship courses are based at this campus, or pop in and pick up one of the STYLE ACADEMY - SPALDING ranging from Entry Level Technical 2 Spalding College course booklets to see the full list. Located on the ground floor of Spalding up to Degree Level 6. BTEC First Diplomas College, the in-house salon offers a range of This chart shows you how Progress to: A range of courses at Level 3 or employment. high quality professional treatments without breaking the bank. Visit the Style Academy different qualifications LEVEL 3 A levels page on our website for a full price list compare with one Advanced Apprenticeship and information on how to book your Technical 3 appointment, or pop in to the salon. another, as well as the BTEC National Diplomas progression route that Access to Higher Education could be taken. Progress to: A range of University Level courses at Level 4 or above (through Boston College or at university, or employment). LEVEL 4 HNCs (Higher National Certificates) Level 4 Diplomas Technical 4 Higher Apprenticeship Progress to: A range of University Level courses at Level 5 (through Boston College or at university, or employment). LEVEL 5 HNDs (Higher National Diplomas) Foundation Degrees apply now Level 5 Diplomas Technical 5 Progress to: A range of University Level courses at Level 6 (through Boston College or at university, or employment). www.boston.ac.uk LEVEL 6 Bachelor’s Degrees (BA or BSc) Progress to: A range of courses at Level 7, such as Master’s Degree, Postgraduate @bostoncollegeuk Certificates, View videos, Postgraduate pics and Diplomas news online 10 /11
WORK EXPERIENCE Next steps after GCSEs Art and design As a central part of your course you will complete a work experience placement, for an average of 30 hours, BY COMPLETING WORK EXPERIENCE YOU WILL: YOU HAVE A CHOICE. which is relevant to your programme and overall career e given the opportunity to apply the knowledge you B aspirations and interests. Last year we engaged with have been acquiring in College to the work place. Make the right one for you! over 400 employers including multinational and local employers - some of our learners even progressed into Gain an appreciation of work attitudes and an paid employment and apprenticeships as a direct result understanding of the differences between college You have lots of options. Staying in A LEVELS of their work experience placement. Work experience is and work. education until you are 18 doesn’t mean Boston College are proud to have a 100% pass rate for an ideal opportunity for you to connect with employers A level students. In some cases, experience the application and you have to stay at school. There are many and explore what it is like to work in your chosen sector. If you prefer academic study with the aim of progressing selection process of gaining a job. alternatives for you to choose from that on to university, Boston College’s A level courses are a great could not only be much more suited to your option. The College offers 12 different A levels, based in Career goals Gain invaluable employment skills such as the dedicated SIXTH building. The SIXTH provides a more communication, team work, time management and learning style, but could offer you many mature environment than school, and the A level courses customer service, which you can use to enhance your CV. more opportunities than school. Boston will teach you to manage your own time and learning - There are thousands of careers to choose from, with College offer a wide variety of courses, preparing you effectively for university. For more information whether you’re looking for academic study see page 26. the option to follow the university route or to enter the Industry world of work – make sure you choose what is right for or skills-based training. APPRENTICESHIPS you. Follow your interests, do something you enjoy and If you’re keen to get out into the world of work, an most importantly, AIM HIGH! Find out about the amazing VOCATIONAL - JOB RELATED SKILLS TRAINING apprenticeship with Boston College can provide you with Placements opportunities available in Boston and Spalding within If you know the job or industry you’d like to work in, a an excellent mix of hands-on work experience, skills training, this course guide and on our website, or better still, find a wage and the opportunity to improve your English, maths vocational course will provide you with specific industry out for yourself at one of our open events or school skills and experience to be ready for the world of work. You and IT skills, if required. For more information see page 14. taster days. can also progress on to higher level study such as an HND or Foundation Degree at Boston College, or at university. TRAINEESHIPS Need help finding the right path? If you are aged 16–19 and studying a Level 3 course you From Art and Design to Business, Computing to Engineering, If you like the idea of an apprenticeship but would like to will have the opportunity to take part in a long term work Our Careers Advice service is impartial and has Health and Social Care to Travel and Tourism - there are gain more experience first, then a traineeship could be a experience placement. The placement must be relevant and many subject areas to choose from, with a variety of achieved the Matrix Quality Standard, so you know you great starting point for you. Designed to prepare you for meaningful for the study programme that you are on and will starting levels to suit your needs. See the course index on are in good hands! the world of work, they are a great stepping stone between usually last an average of 50 days over the academic year. page 3 for the full course area list. leaving school and applying for an apprenticeship. For more information see page 15. apply now www.boston.ac.uk Let Boston College help you get to where you want to be! 12 /13
Apprenticeships Traineeships Apprenticeships are available in the course areas listed below. Traineeships are available in many industry areas, and are completed over a flexible period of six weeks to six What is an apprenticeship? Accounting Electrical months - split between college attendance and work Animal Care Engineering experience. They are available for 16-24 year olds, with An apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training in qualifications lower than Level 3 (see page 11 for levels the workplace and classroom or workshop based learning Beauty Therapy Hairdressing and qualifications). at college. You’ll gain relevant job-specific skills from your Bricklaying Health and Social Care employer, and be supported through your apprenticeship If you like the sound of an apprenticeship but would training programme by specialist college staff, all while Business Motor Vehicle (Automotive) like to get more workplace experience first, then a earning a wage. You’ll also have the opportunity to improve traineeship could be an excellent starting point for you. Carpentry and Joinery Plumbing your English, maths and ICT skills to help you progress your Designed to prepare young people for the world of work, Catering and Hospitality Sport they are a great stepping-stone between leaving school career plans and goals. Computing Teaching or college and applying for an apprenticeship. There is no debt with an apprenticeship, and you could have the opportunity to work towards a degree level Early Years qualification. Apprenticeships are available to everyone, What are the benefits of a traineeship? from those who are about to leave school and like the Contact our information line to request a copy of our idea of getting straight into work, to those who are already Apprenticeship Guide, or visit the website. Along with developing the skills and experience that working and need to secure a qualification to back up employers are looking for, a traineeship will also benefit experience or to help progress an existing career. you in the following ways: Boston College is recognised as offering a wide range You’ll have the opportunity to develop your CV of high quality apprenticeship training programmes. Our specialist trainers and flexible delivery offer ‘best value’ by adding valuable work experience and which is of the utmost importance for employers and public industry knowledge. sector organisations such as Lincolnshire County Council, By taking part in work preparation training, you’ll be who we are proud to work with having been accepted putting yourself in a better position when competing onto their register of approved training providers. for future apprenticeships or job vacancies. You’ll have access to English and maths support, if necessary, which will over time improve your career prospects and long term earning potential. By gaining work experience from a high quality work placement, you’ll be ‘work ready’ and have “I saw an apprenticeship vacancy so I applied and I’ve never developed the confidence to take the first step looked back. Right from the start, I could feel myself growing towards an apprenticeship or employment. and thriving in my role. My colleagues are brilliant and they are apply now At the end of your traineeship you will have the all very supportive. I hope to spend many more years working for my employer and would love to carry on improving my skills opportunity to be interviewed for a position within and knowledge through an Advanced Apprenticeship.” the company if one is available. Jaimee Cross, 22 www.boston.ac.uk Business Administration Apprentice @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online 14 /15
University Money Boston College aims to give you the best advice and guidance on financial Level Courses Matters support whatever your situation. For the most relevant and up-to-date information, please contact our Learner Services Team on 01205 313218 Our HNCs, HNDs and Foundation Degrees have a proven track record of helping our students to successfully progress and achieve their dream or visit www.boston.ac.uk careers with higher salaries. If you choose to study Business you can now study up to a Level 6 BA (Hons) Degree right here in Boston. FEES HOME TO COLLEGE TRANSPORT For those students aged between 16-18 on the 31st August For those students with a household income of less than of the year they start their course, they will not have to pay £32,000 per year, that are/will be studying at college for Don’t wait for success, create it! any course tuition fees on full time courses. For those students more than 12.5 hours per week, live more than 3 miles from aged 19 or over on the 31st August of the year they start their the College and have submitted a bursary application course, fees will vary, but some concessions may be available (please see our Financial Assistance page on the website for Most of our course fees are significantly You can study University Level depending on their circumstances. a bursary application), the transport costs will be covered. lower than those of universities. courses in the following subject Students aged 16-19 will also need to submit a travel pass COLLEGE BURSARY FUND application to Lincolnshire County Council. areas: Learn while you work, attend just one The 16-19 Bursary Fund is provided by the Education and Useful Contact: Lincolnshire County Council, or two days a week. Skills Funding Agency, and allows the College to help those Call 01522 782020 Art and Design students who are living on low incomes or experience STUDENT LOANS Tuition fee loans are available. financial difficulties. For those aged between 16-19 on the 31st Business August of the year they start their course, over 19 and have an Learners studying a University Level course are entitled to Excellent academic support. Computing EHCP, or over 19 and classed as a 19+ continuer may qualify apply for a Student Loan through Student Finance England. for help with transport, course materials, uniform, food credit The amount of the loan depends on individual circumstances. Early Years Good career progression opportunities. and trips. Useful Link: www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance Engineering The College’s Higher Education Health and Social Care ADVANCED LEARNER LOANS CARE TO LEARN High level of tutor to student contact. provision was reviewed by the Quality Those students aged 19 or over studying a course at Level 3 If you are a parent aged under 20 and want to start or Music Assurance Agency which found that or above may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan, which return to learning, Care to Learn may be able to pay for your it met UK standards in all respects. The Performing Arts will help towards course fees. Similar to a student loan, no childcare and other extra costs. reviewers noted many areas of good Photography repayments will be made until they are earning £25,000 a Call: 0845 600 2809 or visit: www.gov.uk/caretolearn practice, including the high quality Sport year. Household income isn’t taken into account and there’s of teaching and learning and the no credit check. Eligibility depends on the chosen course, Teaching/SEND apply now approachability of staff. nationality and age. Travel and Tourism Useful Link: gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan Uniformed Public Services Visit the website to find out more information about bursaries. www.boston.ac.uk @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online 16 /17
Learner Extra CAREERS Art and design Services Support You will find a huge range of support services at Boston College to give you the best advice and guidance throughout your course, including: PREVENT AND BRITISH VALUES Prevent is the Government’s strategy to stop people becoming involved in violent extremism or supporting ADVICE Not sure what to do? We can help with: Information Officers terrorism in all its forms. As a college we are here Options after finishing For help with courses and services both at the College and further afield. to support and protect those students who might school or college be vulnerable to radicalisation. The College also Attendance Monitor actively promotes British Values. For more information Learner Involvement Co-ordinator please read ‘Prevent Radicalisation and Extremism We provide a FREE, impartial, CHOOSING A COURSE Gives you a say through the Learner Voice and arranges events #westandtogether’ on our website. for the BC Student Union. quality careers service that is available Careers information ENGLISH AND MATHS SUPPORT to prospective or current students, and Careers Advisers GCSE grade 4 or above (C or above) in these subjects is the general public too. Our Careers, JOB SEARCHING Learner Support Officers a standard requirement for anyone wanting to progress Here to help with any difficulties preventing you from achieving your goals. Education, Information, Advice and Health Advice to university and it is also valued by employers. We offer support in English and maths for those students who Guidance (CEIAG) trained advisers are Interview techniques require help. Students skills support is also available. available by appointment in Boston and Inclusive Learning Team Spalding. Call our information line on CV writing Specialist support for those with a disability and/or learning difficulty. PATHWAYS 2 PROGRESS Literacy, numeracy and language support are also available. If you did not receive the grades that you need, our 01205 313218 to make an appointment. APPLYING TO UNIVERSITY Bursary Administrator Pathways 2 Progress course could be the opportunity The Matrix Quality Standard recognises Safeguarding Team for you to develop the skills to progress to the next stage of your studies. See page 76. the high quality careers advice provided STUDENT FINANCE For any concerns you might have about your own or somebody else’s safety in terms of bullying, harassment, abuse or neglect. EMPLOYMENT AND SKILLS TRAINING by the college’s Careers Team. Volunteering Counsellors If you are aged 19 or over, have recently been made redundant or have been out of employment for some RE-TRAINING Read more about the support available on our website. time, we can offer you advice and support. Depending You can also contact the team on 01205 365701. on your work situation, we offer a range of FREE courses The Careers Team regularly organise events throughout to help you gain new skills, build your confidence and the year such as university visits, higher education get you into employment. See page 50. fairs, talks and external visitor stands. The College apply now LEARNING DISABILITIES AND DIFFICULTIES also promotes National Careers Week and National Volunteering Week and regularly invites guest speakers The Ingelow Centre is our dedicated facility for on a variety of career related topics. Foundation (Entry/SEND) courses for those with learning disabilities and/or difficulties. See page 56. www.boston.ac.uk @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online 18 /19
HOW TO APPLY Courses Art and design Choose your course 1 SUBMIT APPLICATION FORM To apply for a course, simply submit an application form. Have a good look through all the You can do this in one of the following ways: IMPORTANT INFORMATION course areas that interest you then pply online at www.boston.ac.uk A visit the website to read the full course We encourage online applications as the quickest route. COURSE INFORMATION, FEES AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS information to help you decide what’s Please check our website, www.boston.ac.uk for the most up-to-date Contact our information line on 01205 313218 to request a paper right for you. form to be sent in the post. Please note, by submitting a paper detailed information, fees and entry requirements. School leavers may You can apply at any time, but we application you will not be able to track your application throughout be asked for a school reference - please see individual course details for encourage early application to secure the admissions process. specific requirements. your place. If you have applied for Your application will be processed by the Learner Services Team. ATTENDANCE COUNTS sixth form or another college you can still apply. 2 Application Review Full attendance is expected with a minimum requirement set at 93% to ensure you succeed on your course. Good attendance leads to better achievement. If you are unsure which course, level After your application has been received and processed, you will be invited in to College to discuss the course in more detail and decide or career is right for you, make an appointment with one of our Careers which level of study is right for you. The ‘Application Review’ will take STUDY PROGRAMMES Advisers for impartial advice (see place with a member of staff from your chosen course area, and it’s a great way of getting to know the College and staff. When you enrol at Boston College, you are progressing towards much more page 19). Contact us on 01205 313218, than just a qualification. You will be engaging in a study programme which or email info@boston.ac.uk 3 Your place is focused on developing your knowledge and abilities, for either going into employment, continuing your studies or progressing to a higher level Waiting for your GCSE grades? Following your Application Review, you will be sent a letter stating one course, such as a degree. Study programmes are personalised full time study We know that if you are a school leaver of the following: packages, available for students aged 16-18 years old and are made up of you might not have your GCSE results by n unconditional offer – if you already have the qualifications and A four main parts: the time you apply. That’s fine, just fill out experience required. the application form with your expected ain Qualification - The course you have chosen to study, such as a M conditional offer – if you are awaiting the results of exams or A grades. We are open on GCSE results Diploma or a set of A levels. completion of experience. day for information and advice, and you can come along to enrolment to discuss Offer of a guidance session to look at alternative courses. ork Experience - Placement for an average of 30 hours, which is W options if your plans have changed. relevant to your course and overall career aspirations. 4 Enrolment nglish and Maths - If you do not already hold a GCSE grade 4 or above E nce you have accepted an offer, you will receive a letter in August O (C or above) in these subjects. inviting you to enrol on a certain date and time. It will provide you apply now with all the information you need to be able to enrol at College. nrichment Activities - Non-study activities, such as tutorials, enterprise E E nrolment usually takes place at the end of August, at both the projects, voluntary work, fund-raising, charity work and external trips. Boston Campus (Rochford) and Spalding Campus (your letter will state the location), with the overall process taking around two hours. www.boston.ac.uk nce enrolment has been completed and you have your ID badge, O you are an official Boston College Student! @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online 20 /21
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Access to Higher Education Pre-Access to Higher Education 24 Weeks Part Time Boston Access to Business 1 Year Full Time* Boston Access to Computing 1 Year Full Time* Boston Full/Part Access to Health Professions 1 Year Full Time* Boston or Spalding Time Access to Humanities 1 Year Full Time* Boston Access to Policing and Criminal Justice Studies 1 Year Full Time* Spalding Access to Social Science 1 Year Full Time* Boston * Full time attendance for Access to Higher Education courses is 15 hours per week Access to FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Higher Education “Now that my children are old enough for me to return to learning I wanted a career Teacher Midwife Counsellor Your passport to a university level course – a degree or improve their employment opportunities. The change and midwifery is lecturers are highly experienced and extremely supportive, something that I’ve always Accountant in less than a year. wanted to do. I would like enabling you to manage your study with work and family With hard work, planning and determination, an Access to progress to university to Psychologist commitments. This challenging and rewarding course will continue my training.” to Higher Education course could change your life! These Solicitor allow you to progress onto university, or a higher education courses are specifically designed for adults wanting to gain course at Boston College. Bronwen Stainsby, 46 Counsellor Scientist £25,127 apply now Counsellor average salary* www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 22 /23
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Accounting Accounting Bookkeeping AAT Access Award Level 1 12 Weeks Part Time Boston or Spalding Accounting Foundation Certificate Level 2 1 Year Part Time Boston or Spalding Full/Part Accounting AAT Advanced Diploma Level 3 1 Year Part Time Boston Time Accounting and Business Finance Diploma Level 3 2 Years Full Time Boston Accounting Professional Diploma Level 4 2 Years Part Time Boston Accounting Apprenticeship Level 2 1 Year Part Time Boston or Spalding Apprenticeships Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 18 Months Attendance Varies Boston or Spalding Professional Accounting or Taxation Technician 2 Years Attendance Varies Boston Apprenticeship Level 4 Accounting FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Accountants are financial specialists at the Accounting is a valuable skill, and at Boston College we heart of all areas of business. teach AAT, the recognised qualification for people working in “Studying Accounting and Accountant the accounting and finance industry. Business will provide me Join one of our Accounting courses and gain the knowledge Bank Manager with a wide range of career and understanding to kick-start a diverse career that can lead Our lecturers have all worked in the accounting industry opportunities. The course is Bookkeeper you to working in specialisms such as consulting, corporate ensuring you receive training from staff who have on-the-job more relaxed compared to experience and knowledge. school, you are able to be Finance Manager finance and forensic accounting. yourself more.” Tax Adviser Eleanor Boekestyn, Auditor 20 Financial Planner £34,754 apply now Chartered Accountant average salary* www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 24 /25
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location A levels A level in Biology 2 Years Full Time Boston A level in Business 2 Years Full Time Boston A level in English Language 2 Years Full Time Boston A level in English Literature 2 Years Full Time Boston A level in Film Studies 2 Years Full Time Boston Full/Part A level in History 2 Years Full Time Boston Time A level in Law 2 Years Full Time Boston A level in Maths 2 Years Full Time Boston A levels A level in Media Studies 2 Years Full Time Boston A level in Psychology 2 Years Full Time Boston A level in Sociology 2 Years Full Time Boston A level in Statistics 2 Years Full Time Boston Studying A levels at Boston College opens the Our staff have extensive experience in teaching students door to Higher Education, preparing you to from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, and work FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE hard to make learning as interactive as possible. They are CAREERS IN THIS advance to the next stage of academic study. well qualified too, with a range of specialist degrees and INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Our A levels are taught in a dedicated centre, Boston College: postgraduate Master’s Degrees. The excellent level of SIXTH, offering not only traditional subjects like Maths, English teaching shows not only through our 100% pass rate, but also “I feel I am well prepared Doctor Literature and History, but different options like Film Studies, with most of our students securing places at top universities for my exams thanks to the Lawyer Sociology and Psychology. In total, there are 12 subjects to year after year. great support and resources choose from and we work with you to find a timetable to available at Boston College. Mathematician allow you to study the subjects you enjoy most. Everyone is so friendly and I settled in quickly.” Teacher Pharmacist apply now Poppy Thomson, 20 Architect £24,953 www.boston.ac.uk Journalist average salary* *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 26 /27
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Animal Care Animal Care Diploma Level 1 1 Year Full Time Boston Animal Care Diploma Level 2 1 Year Full Time Boston Full/Part Time Animal Care Extended Certificate Level 2 1 Year Full Time Boston Animal Management Diploma Level 3 2 Years Full Time Boston Animal Management Extended Diploma Level 3 2 Years Full Time Boston Animal Care Apprenticeship Level 2 15 Months Attendance Varies Workplace Apprenticeships Animal Care Apprenticeship Level 3 2 Years Attendance Varies Workplace Animal Care FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Zoologist “I really enjoy the theory side Animal Management Our ever-expanding, on-site Animal Care unit Studying theory and practical units on one of our Animal Care of the Animal Care course Technician contains an impressive variety of animals or Animal Management courses, you will use rotas to take where I get to learn about Animal Keeper ‘hands-on’ responsibility of the animals in the unit, enabling the biology and nutritional such as bearded dragons, snakes, tortoises, you to build up valuable industry experience and skills. You needs of animals and in Kennel Worker chameleons, geckos, rabbits, mice, degus, particular the topics relating will learn about, and carry out, daily tasks to maintain animal parrots and many more small animals, birds to exotic animals.” Animal Trainer accommodation, undertake practical animal feeding and and reptiles! Jak Parks, 19 handling, support animal health and welfare, and study the behaviour of a wide variety of animals. £20,718 Conservation Associate Professional average salary* apply now www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 28 /29
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Art and design Art and Design Diploma Level 2 1 Year Full Time Boston Full/Part Time Art and Design Extended Diploma Level 3 2 Years Full Time Boston Art and Design HNC Level 4 1 Year Full Time Boston University Level Art and Design HND Level 5 2 Years Full Time Boston FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE Art and Design CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Animator Unleash your creativity with a Boston College creative roles in the art and design industry, you’ll take part in a professional exhibition, external ‘live briefs’ linked to local “I’ve always customised my Architect Art and Design course. industry and go on inspirational trips related to the course. own clothes, and the Art and Visual Merchandiser You’ll have the freedom to follow your own inspirations to Design course has given me bring your projects to life as you begin to make your mark on You’ll take part in practical workshops, exploring formats, the opportunity to develop a Fashion Designer materials and resources including painting, sculpture, 3D wide range of art and design this thriving sector. skills, which has benefitted Special Effects Artist design, life drawing, printmaking, computer manipulation Art and Design is a practical subject, utilising our fully my fashion designing.” and illustration. You’ll also have the chance to specialise Interior Designer equipped workshops, including Art Studios, a Print Room, in a distinct pathway linked to your own career aspirations, Nauris Gavruto, 21 Apple Mac Suites and a Photography Studio/Darkroom. Taught by industry expert lecturers who have worked in allowing you the freedom to decide how to interpret topics and projects you work on. £23,896 Product/Clothing Designer average salary* apply now www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 30 /31
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Beauty Therapy Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 2 1 Year Full Time Boston or Spalding Nail Technology VTCT Certificate Level 2 1 Year Part Time Boston Full/Part Time Beauty Make-Up Techniques Diploma Level 3 1 Year Full Time Boston Massage Therapies Diploma Level 3 1 Year Full Time Boston or Spalding Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship Level 2 1 Year Attendance Varies Spalding Apprenticeship Massage Therapies Apprenticeship Level 3 1 Year Attendance Varies Spalding FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE Beauty Therapy CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Nail Technician Learn all the skills you will need to become a With fully equipped beauty rooms, a large reception area professional and successful Beauty Therapist. and paying clients, it’s the perfect environment for you to “I started the course with no Salon Manager learn and practise your skills. beauty skills but I’ve learnt You will learn therapies and treatments such as manicure, Make-up Artist so much, I’m now working pedicure, skincare, massage and make-up in our working Our tutors have worked in the beauty industry, so they have a on real clients within the Beauty Therapist Style Academy salons that are open to the public in both vast knowledge and wealth of experience to share with you. College’s on-site salon, and I am even getting compliments Spa Manager Boston and Spalding. from them which has given my confidence a real boost.” Perfumer Lucy Gedney, 17 Cosmetologist £15,190 Beautician average salary* apply now www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 32 /33
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Bricklaying Bricklaying Diploma Level 1 1 Year Full Time Boston Full/Part Time Bricklaying Technical Certificate Level 2 1 Year Full Time Boston Apprenticeship Bricklaying Apprenticeship Level 2 2 Years Attendance Varies Boston FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE Bricklaying CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Self Employed Bricklayer Learn skills such as masonry, cladding, standard tools and materials. You will get to visit real working sites where possible and may even have the chance to Construction Manager cavity walling, decorative brickwork, setting “We went on a site visit to see practice your new skills on real buildings. piling work being carried out, out structures, isolated piers and solid walling. Labourer which was great because You will also study the built environment including regulations, You’ll be trained by lecturers who are qualified trades we’ve covered this in lessons Estimator/Quantity Surveyor people with professional experience they can share to ensure then saw it in real-life – which sustainability and renewable energies. has helped improve my Stonemason that once you’re qualified, you’re ready to start your career. Practical skills and techniques are taught in our large, fully understanding and I know I won’t forget that.” Builder equipped bricklaying workshop, where you’ll use industry Tasha Atkins, 18 £26,355 Estimator average salary* apply now www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 34 /35
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Business Boston, Spalding Digital Marketing 3 Hours Part Time or Workplace Boston, Spalding Introduction to Minute Taking 4 Hours Part Time or Workplace Train the Trainer 2 Days Part Time Boston or Spalding Business and Travel Skills Diploma Level 1 1 Year Full Time Boston Full/Part Business Extended Certificate Level 2 1 Year Full Time Boston Time Business ILM Certificate Level 2 12 Weeks Part Time Boston Team Leading ILM Certificate Level 2 12 Weeks Part Time Boston Business Extended Diploma Level 3 2 Years Full Time Boston Business Principles of Leadership and Management 9 Weeks Part Time Boston ILM Certificate Level 3 Leadership and Management Training 6 Months Part Time Spalding ILM Certificate Level 4 Business HNC Level 4 1-2 Year Full or Part Time Boston Our Business courses will provide you with Develop your practical skills through a variety of real-life University experiences whilst exploring theoretical knowledge. You can Business HND Level 5 2-4 Years Full or Part Time Boston the underpinning knowledge, understanding Level and skills required to work within this also take advantage of the College’s excellent employer links Business BA (Hons) Top-up Level 6 1 Year Full Time Boston ever-changing sector and open up a wide to gain work experience and be a step ahead. variety of career paths, including management, You can even progress all the way to a BA (Hons) Degree in Courses continued... human resources, finance and marketing. Business, studying right here at Boston College. FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Business Development Office Manager Manager Team Leader apply now uman Resources H Officer Events Co-ordinator Secretary £24,121 Entrepreneur Retail Manager average salary* www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 36 /37
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Business Boston or Business Administration Apprenticeship Level 2 1 Year Attendance Varies Spalding Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2 15 Months Attendance Varies Workplace Retail Apprenticeship Level 2 1 Year Attendance Varies Boston Team Leading Apprenticeship Level 2 1 Year Attendance Varies Boston Boston or Business Administration Apprenticeship Level 3 18 Months Attendance Varies Spalding Apprenticeships Boston or Customer Service Apprenticeship Level 3 18 Months Attendance Varies Spalding Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 18 Months Attendance Varies Workplace Management Apprenticeship Level 3 18 Months Attendance Varies Workplace Business continued Retail Team Leader Apprenticeship Level 3 18 Months Attendance Varies Workplace Boston or Operations/Departmental Manager Apprenticeship Level 5 30 months Attendance Varies Spalding “We must manage our own FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE time and work independently when completing tasks and assignments but the lecturers help guide and direct us. The College is a friendly environment.” Lawson Darnell-Smith, 19 apply now www.boston.ac.uk @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online 38 /39
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Carpentry and Joinery Carpentry and Joinery Diploma Level 1 1 Year Full Time Boston Full/Part Site Carpentry Technical Certificate Level 2 1 Year Full Time Boston Time Site Carpentry Technical Diploma Level 3 1 Year Part Time Boston Site Carpentry Apprenticeship Level 2 2 Years Attendance Varies Boston Apprenticeships Site Carpentry Apprenticeship Level 3 18 Months Attendance Varies Boston FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE Carpentry and Joinery CAREERS IN THIS INDUSTRY INCLUDE… Carpenter Master the essential practical skills you will need You will also learn the essential health and safety Joiner to become a qualified carpenter or joiner. requirements of the construction industry, and knowledge “As part of the course I have of how the industry operates and communicates. had work experience in the Cabinet Maker You will learn about building methods, installation, fitting, carpentry and joinery industry maintenance, and how to work safely in our large on-site Boston College Carpentry and Joinery courses allow and been on a site visit, which Builder carpentry and joinery workshop. We have the latest power you to progress from Level 1 to Level 3, or to take the helped to bring to life the skills and theory that I’ve learnt.” Architect tools and fixed machinery, including rip saws, cross cut apprenticeship route. Shop Fitter saws, panel saws and band saws. Learn from lecturers with Mikey Dore, 18 extensive industry knowledge who have worked in the trade. Fixer Formworker £23,585 apply now Carpenter/Joiner average salary* www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 40 /41
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Catering and Hospitality Food Preparation and Cooking Certificate NVQ Level 1 1 Year Full Time Boston Food Safety in Catering Level 2 1 Day Part Time Boston Personal License Holders HABC Award Level 2 1 Day Part Time Boston Full/Part Professional Cookery NVQ Diploma Level 2 1 Year or 2 Years Full or Part Time Boston Time Food and Beverage Service Supervision Diploma Level 3 1 Year or 2 Years Full or Part Time Boston Professional Cookery NVQ Diploma Level 3 1 Year or 2 Years Full or Part Time Boston Professional Cookery - Patisserie and Confectionery 1 Year or 2 Years Full or Part Time Boston NVQ Diploma Level 3 Food Production and Cooking Apprenticeship Level 2 12 - 18 Months Attendance Varies Boston Catering and Hospitality Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2 12 - 18 Months Attendance Varies Boston Apprenticeships Catering and Professional Chefs Apprenticeship Level 3 12 - 18 Months Attendance Varies Boston Standard Hospitality Supervision Apprenticeship Level 3 12 - 18 Months Attendance Varies Boston The Catering and Hospitality courses at Boston department at Boston College – local employers contact us regularly to recruit their next member of staff. FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE College give you the experience of cooking and CAREERS IN THIS serving in the on-site restaurant, Lime, which is As well as compulsory units such as Food Hygiene and Safety, INDUSTRY INCLUDE… open to the public. you will have the freedom to choose from optional units, “In my opinion, Boston College is the best College Working in professional kitchens under the guidance of allowing you to pursue the areas that interest you the most. for Catering in Lincolnshire. Confectioner top chefs and front of house experts gives you a fantastic There are also many opportunities available to you, Serving in the Lime Restaurant including exclusive work placements, designing menus, has given me a better idea Pastry Chef start to your career within the industry. This, along with cooking and serving for large corporate events and entering of what to expect when I start Restaurant Manager many incredible student success stories, has established my career in the Catering an excellent reputation for the Catering and Hospitality national competitions. and Hospitality industry.” Bar Manager Alex Houston, 21 Baker Caterer apply now Chef £17,026 Confectioner average salary* www.boston.ac.uk *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 42 /43
COURSES Duration Full/Part Time Location Computing IT – Excel Spreadsheets 3 Hours Part Time Boston or Spalding IT – Presentation Skills, Microsoft Word and Outlook 3 Hours Part Time Boston or Spalding IT Users (ITQ) Diploma Level 1 1 Year Full Time Boston Full/Part Information and Creative Technology 1 Year Full Time Boston Time First Extended Certificate Level 2 IT Extended Diploma Level 3 2 Years Full Time Boston Networking and System Support 2 Years Full Time Boston Extended Diploma Level 3 Software Development Extended Diploma Level 3 2 Years Full Time Boston Computing HNC Level 4 1 Year Full Time Boston University Computing Level Computing HND Level 5 1 Year Full Time Boston IT and Software Apprenticeship Level 2 1 Year Attendance Varies Boston or Spalding Apprenticeships IT, Software, Web and Telecoms Professionals 18 Months Attendance Varies Boston or Spalding Apprenticeship Level 3 FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE Studying Computing at Boston College will put You will have access to the latest computing equipment, “The Computing lecturers CAREERS IN THIS you at the forefront of computer technology, including computer labs, a gaming simulator, networking and are outstanding; they offer me a lot of support and treat INDUSTRY INCLUDE… systems and software. systems software and web design software. me like an adult. When I first We also offer CISCO, HNC and HND level computing courses, started at the College, I didn’t You will learn specialist knowledge and skills from lecturers Programmer meaning all the skills and knowledge you’ll need for a know anyone on my course who have expertise and experience in the computing but I found it really easy to successful career in computing can be studied right here at System Support Engineer industry. The Computing courses are delivered using a make friends.” balance of practical and theory and include one-to-one Boston College. IT Technician support, external industry visits, events and guest speakers. Liam Lovett, 18 Software Developer Web Designer apply now Games Designer £27,437 FULL COURSE INFORMATION ONLINE IT Support Technician www.boston.ac.uk average salary* *The salary data shown is from the following regions: Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough and @bostoncollegeuk View videos, pics and news online Cambridgeshire CC. 44 /45
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