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LEARN.
DO.
THRIVE. Guide for
Full-time Students
2022/23
worthing.ac.uk 1
Why choose Welcome Contents
Worthing We’re delighted you are considering
studying at our beautiful college on the
2 Why Choose
college?
Worthing College?
outskirts of Worthing.
3 Welcome and Contents
Here at Worthing College, we’re proud to be
part of the Ofsted Outstanding Chichester 4-5 Your College, Your Voice
College Group. 6-7 Our Facilities
Worthing College has consistently high 8-9 Your Study Facilities
achievement rates (which include a 99.8%
We’re Ofsted It’s not just what you know pass rate for A-levels at Worthing College 10-11 Preparing You
for Your Future
‘Outstanding’ in all areas You’ll benefit from our close relationships
in 2021), very high student satisfaction and
exceptional links into industry and universities. 12-13 Supporting You
Chichester College Group, which includes with local businesses, offering exciting These are some of the reasons why we believe Through Your Studies
Worthing College, is the only further work placements, real-life projects, we can offer you the best possible start to
education college group in the region to be apprenticeship opportunities and training your career. 14-15 Additional
rated as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted, that will set you up for the world of work. Learning Support
following our inspection in March 2020. We know it has been a challenging time
16-17 Aspire
for everyone during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Feel supported as you study At Worthing College, we will support you to
Find out what they said about us: 18-19 Academies
www.worthing.ac.uk/ofsted-outstanding You won’t be alone at Worthing College. grow your confidence, develop your skills
and help you progress to your dream job or 20 Course Fees
Our student tutors provide you with
support and guidance throughout your dream university. We are home to a passionate 21 Financial Help
The choice is yours time at college. And if you need careers community of staff who will inspire you,
challenge you and support you as you strive 22-23 Chichester College Group
With a wide range of A-level and Applied advice, our Progression+ team are on
General courses, you’re sure to find hand to help! to achieve your ambitions. 24-25 Brinsbury College
the right mix for you - and you’ll have We place you at the heart of everything we 27 How to Apply
a timetable which is bespoke to you! Be part of something special do, providing you with opportunities in an
inclusive environment where everyone can 28-36 A-levels &
Don’t worry if you need help, our expert When you’re not studying, there are be successful. Level 3 Courses
advisors will help you to make the choice lots of opportunities to get involved with
activities across the college. From day 37 Level 2 Courses &
that’s right for you. We hope you will be able to join us for one of
Alternative Options
trips, trips abroad, clubs and our fantastic our open events to look around our campus
student union – you’ll be at the heart and see our fantastic facilities, meet our 38 A-Z Course Listing
Enjoy inspirational teaching of our college community. passionate staff, chat to current inspirational
students and see what we can offer you. 39 Entry Requirements
You’ll be taught by our inspiring,
highly-trained lecturers who are experts We’re closer than you think Come to Worthing College to begin your
40-41 T Levels
in their industries, with up-to-date journey to success! 42-43 Apprenticeships
experience and lots of contacts! Our campus is easy to get to. We’re just
a 20 minute walk from Worthing train station 44-45 Higher Education
and we’re on plenty of bus routes. We also
Fantastic facilities have plenty of bike racks. 47 Open Events
Our college offers a host of modern
facilities, including well equipped
laboratories, modern classrooms,
theatre, dance studio, gym facility
and outdoor sports courts/pitches.
Paul Riley Andrew Green
Principal Chief Executive Officer
2 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 worthing.ac.uk 3
'Students value the active role
they take in working with leaders
YOUR and staff to create an inclusive
and vibrant community'*
COLLEGE
YOUR VOICE
College isn’t all about academic study. It’s also about
finding out new things about yourself, finding your voice
and having fun. The Worthing College Student Union
is here to help you do just that.
With an elected Student President and Your Voice And if all that wasn’t enough…
a strong team of student executives #GetSomeXtra
Student Voice plays an incredibly important
from across the college, your SU is here
role in all college decisions and to do that Your Student Experience Team are
to make sure that your voice is heard at
we create a Student Executive team from here to make sure that you have all the
every level. Why don’t you think about
the student body. These student leaders opportunities you could possibly want to
joining us and becoming the Student
meet regularly to discuss key issues and discover new things about yourself.
Representative for your course?
support the running of the Student Union
by organising fundraisers, activities and From football to dance and yoga, discuss
Time on your hands? showing new students the very best that the issues of the day in our Xtra Hot Topics
Your Student Union space is the perfect Worthing College has to offer. You’ll session or participate in the weekly Xtra Big
place to socialise with friends, shoot some meet regularly with your principal and Quiz. We have the sessions for you, and they
pool and relax. the governing body to provide valuable are all free. If there is something you want to
feedback on issues facing the college do that we aren’t running, then come and talk
and the wider group and to influence the to the team and we’ll see what we can do.
Where’s the fun? decisions being taken at the highest levels.
Your SU organises a huge range of Wait…There’s more…
brilliant activities and events throughout Join us and become the Student
Representative for your course or class. Want to challenge yourself with some
the year from trips to theme parks to international experiences? Sign-up for
themed fairs. Why not join us on one Gather your classmates’ feedback and
attend three Student Conferences a year to one of our amazing trips. From sightseeing
of our amazing trips abroad and really in Disneyland Paris or New York, to turtle
open yourself up to something new? deliver that viewpoint directly to the college
management on everything from the cost conservation in Costa Rica or working
of parking to Wi-Fi connectivity or help to with school children in Kenya - we have
shape the environment and sustainability the trip for you!
policy. You will also meet with your head of
learning once a term to discuss issues that Being at college isn't just about learning
are particular to your area. your subject. You'll learn about yourself
too, testing your limits and trying new
Follow us on: things. Join us and get involved!
Facebook - @WorthingSU
Instagram - @worthingcollegeSU *Statement taken from CCG's
Twitter - @SUWorthing Outstanding Ofsted report, May 2020
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OUR
facilities
At our campus, you’ll be able to access a
range of facilities to help you make the most
of your time at college!
We have excellent sports and fitness The Gym
facilities on-site, as well as our
Our on-site gym is home to a huge range
well-stocked library.
of equipment, ranging from treadmills
The campus is set on the Grove Lodge to free weights, and so much more. Our
Roundabout in Worthing, with great personal training apprentices are on hand
travel access from surrounding areas to provide advice and supervision for fitness
and into the town centre. programmes. As a student, you can enjoy
low membership costs, at just £50 for the
Where can I find the campus? year, or £25 per term.*
Worthing College is really easy to get to! WiFi
The campus is a 20-minute walk from
Worthing train station, with buses Worthing College is a fully WiFi
running closer to the college. enabled college.
It is located just off the A27 on the Feeling hungry?
Grove Lodge Roundabout and hosts
on-site parking, subject to receiving You won’t be disappointed here at
a parking permit to display on your Worthing College! Whether it’s grabbing
dashboard. Spaces are high in demand lunch from the East Café, a coffee from
and are not guaranteed. There are bike Starbucks, or a quick Corner Shop snack,
racks with 280 spaces, with great walking we have a range of locations where you
and cycling links onto the campus.* can enjoy delicious food.
The Corner Shop
The Corner Shop, located within the
West Hub, is an on-site convenience
store providing a wide variety of products,
snacks and confectionery.
*Please note, information is correct at the time
of publication but may be subject to change
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YOUR
Ofsted says our students
'benefit from excellent
resources that closely
STUDY
match industry standards'*
facilities
Across our campus, we have a whole host
of specialist facilities and learning spaces.
Library Specialist Facilities
Our library provides internet access We believe in providing you with great
and all the study facilities you’ll need facilities to aid your experience and study.
to get ahead. Well stocked and fully
staffed, there’s always someone on Performing Arts Visual Arts and Media
hand to help. Printing and scanning
facilities are also available, alongside a We have a fantastic music suite, complete For students studying visual arts,
number of computers and workstations. with specialist software to aid learning. we have a range of studios set to
support you in each area of study.
Our Sealight Theatre is a perfect There are specialist film, media and
We have study areas for noise-free, performing space, with raked bleacher
uninterrupted study and dynamic graphic communication classrooms set
seating, a large stage and a sound up for editing with software necessary
spaces to collaborate and learn. system perfect for large concerts to enable development in this area.
and performances.
There is a dark room for photography
The dance studio can hold up to 25 students allowing you to develop your
dancers surrounded by mirrors and has skills using different forms of presentation,
a professionally sprung floor with its whilst providing experience in alternative
own sound system. photography techniques.
These great performing spaces will ensure Fine Art and Textiles also have studios
you gain vital experience as well as develop and workspaces set up to allow
your confidence and ability to perform. development in these hands-on learning
areas, with all the tools and materials
provided to give industry experience.
Science Laboratories
We have dedicated and well-equipped
science laboratories to support study in
*Statement taken from CCG's all aspects of science, from biology and
Outstanding Ofsted report, May 2020 chemistry to electronics and engineering.
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PREPARING
YOU FOR
YOUR FUTURE
From the moment you start college, we start preparing you
for your next steps. It’s your future, and we want to ensure Ofsted says our students
you have the opportunity to make the most of it - starting
'benefit from substantial careers
with a career that matches your ambition.
advice and guidance to ensure
they are well informed about
That’s why our Progression+ team are Our expert team will also offer you their next steps'*
here. They’ll give you professional careers support and guidance when the time
advice as well as tools to help put you in comes for you to start your UCAS or
the driving seat. From one-to-one meetings job applications. We’ll help you with job
to group workshops, we’ll give you access searches, CV writing, interview techniques
to up-to-date careers information and the as well as give you information about Careers Resources
support you need to progress. self-employment and personal branding.
We have lots of resources, including
We provide access to careers and higher Career Coach, to assess your skills and
Progression+ education fairs, as well as arrange talks, see how you match up with a potential Speak to us
Our aim is to support you in making choices visits and guest speakers - all demonstrating career, build your CV and research
career information. You’ll even find You’ll find us in the Guidance Services
that will suit your interests and abilities. the choices available to you. We also Hub, where you can pop in and see
We'll equip you with the personal and deliver workshops that will help you to relevant courses and jobs to help
reach your career goals. the team. Alternatively you can call
employability development that you need to develop the life skills which will prepare or contact us online.
make the most of your future opportunities. you for future work or study.
The future’s in your hands, but Phone: 01903 275755
We know you are an individual, which is
we can help you get started. Email: progressionplus@worthing.ac.uk
why we’ll give you impartial advice and
guidance on courses, employment, work
experience, apprenticeships and higher
education opportunities. We’ll help you
make the right choice for you.
The college was
awarded the matrix
*Statement taken from CCG's status in 2019 for the
Outstanding Ofsted report, May 2020
high quality of careers
support and advice
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Ofsted says our students
'value the support they
receive from tutors'*
SUPPORTING
YOU THROUGH
YOUR STUDIES
We want you to succeed and to get as much as possible
out of your time with us, which is why we have a number of
services - all designed to help you reach your full potential.
Student tutors Our ACES programme
Our student tutors are here to support you Our unique ACES (Attitude, Choices,
throughout your time at college, and will Employability and Skills) programme
play a key role in your study programme. has been developed to cultivate your
Every student, aged 16-19, has a student understanding around current issues
tutor and you will meet with them regularly. that impact you as individuals.
Through personal one-to-one discussions, Delivered by our student tutors
tutors can monitor your progress, track through a series of interactive
your achievements, support attendance workshops, it will guide you through
and set targets which will ensure you your college journey as well as
achieve your goals. inspire and inform your future. It will
cover a range of topical discussions,
We know there are many factors that including environmental issues,
can affect you during your time at college. relationships, respect and tolerance,
Our student tutors will work with you and personal wellbeing and social media.
help you through the challenges which They will also work with you to build
may impact on your journey. They will your professional skills.
offer intensive support to students who
are identified as being ‘at risk’ of not Our mission is to prepare and
achieving their qualification. This is tailored inspire you to be a global citizen,
support, which seeks to remove barriers curious about your world and
you may face with the aim to help you ready to embrace your future.
get back on track to completing your
course successfully.
If you are aged 19 or over, you will *Statement taken from
be offered support through your study CCG's Outstanding
programme leader and student services. Ofsted report, May 2020
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ADDITIONAL
LEARNING
SUPPORT Ofsted says our students
with high needs 'rapidly gain
We're here to support you and our teams are available confidence, independence
throughout the year to ensure you get the help you need. and employability skills'*
Additional Support Team ASC Provision
Our Additional Support Team can help you Social and communication skills are
and your lecturers tailor support to meet an essential part of everyday living
your specific needs, including providing and we have qualified and experienced
in-class or out-of-class support for literacy, lecturers on hand to teach these skills
numeracy and study skills, as well as in structured sessions and workshops.
individual and group support to develop
social communication skills. Supporting You
Specialist support is available for students We know that some students will require
with additional needs such as dyslexia special arrangements when taking
and other Neurodiverse conditions and exams and support can be provided, post
we offer a range of adaptive equipment assessment, in accordance with awarding
and software for students with hearing bodies’ guidelines. Dependent upon
Childcare
and visual impairments. Facilities such as assessment results, scribes and readers
ramps, hoists, lifts and specialised toilets may be supplied and assistive equipment At the campus we have an on-site nursery,
are available. In addition we have accessible may be borrowed. which is a commercial nursery, open to
parking and wheelchair access where all. Charges are competitive and bursary
appropriate and, if this is not available, Student Welfare support is often available to help with Counselling
we will seek to relocate classes. childcare costs. Students experiencing emotional
The physical and mental wellbeing of all
We encourage any potential students our students is extremely important to us, If you need financial support or personal problems, or who are
to discuss their requirements with our so we provide a number of support services. distressed and have no-one to talk
with childcare, please contact
Additional Support Team. You are to, are able to access our counselling
Our Student Welfare Co-ordinator is on site our Student Finance Team.
very welcome to visit the college, team for totally confidential support
to help you stay safe whilst at college. and advice. These professional services
meet with staff and view our facilities.
are available for free.
We also have drop-in services
For more information, please contact
including a Mental Health Team,
01903 275755.
Substance Misuse, MIND and NHS
Health Checks, as well as a large
network of trained first-aiders.
*Taken from CCG's Outstanding
Ofsted report, May 2020
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ASPIRE
Our Aspire Programme is open to all students. It aims
to provide a range of stimulating activities, all designed
to support students who wish to progress to competitive
universities and courses after they leave college.
It also aims to inspire and support UCAS Application
you in your application to university,
All students are supported with
providing opportunities which will help
their applications, personal statement,
you to succeed.
entrance tests and interviews to give
them the best chance of being offered
There are five aspects to this unique
the university place they want.
and enriching experience.
Aspire Lectures Competitive University Extended Project Qualifications (EPQ)
Preparation Programme (CUPP)
Throughout the academic year, we Students in CUPP are taught and
host eight Aspire lectures at the college. The top 25 achieving students in supported through an EPQ (Extended
These lectures are delivered by university year 12 are invited to join CUPP Project Qualification). Students have
lecturers/professors and cover as many (Competitive University Preparation a two-hour lesson a week over two terms
different subject areas as possible. Programme). Other students can to work on a topic of their choice. The
request to join the programme, subject EPQ provides UCAS points, academic
UCAS Preparation to availability. These students are aiming skills and great interview evidence.
to secure places at the more competitive
Year 12 & Year 13 students are provided universities and/or courses like medicine, Our Aspire Programme also includes
with a wide range of UCAS/university law, nursing, teaching, dentistry and Nuffield Science Placements, Maths and
preparation activities. These include veterinary medicine. The programme Science Olympiads, the STEM Academy,
open and guest lectures, trips, conferences includes a two-hour lesson each week Debating Competitions, Sussex Study
and open days. Past students have been with our Aspire Co-ordinator, focusing Experience and the Sport, Visual and
involved in the Sussex University Open on student development until January, Performing Arts Academies.
Lecture Programme, Sutton Trust Summer the EPQ until May, and then UCAS
Schools, Oxford & Cambridge Student applications until the end of the Find out more about our Aspire Programme
Competitions and Student Shadowing. academic year. on our website: worthing.ac.uk/aspire
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ACADEMIES
We have a range of specialist academies, designed to
offer enriching and inspiring opportunities and activities
that support and extend your learning, build self-confidence,
reward achievement and promote ambitious progression
and employability.
Our academies are embedded within STEM
the curriculum in Performing Arts,
The STEM Academy offers students
Visual Arts, STEM and Sport. Being a
who are studying science, technology,
part of an academy helps you to develop
engineering and maths courses extra
essential skills for life, such as planning
opportunities outside the classroom.
and organisation, communication, personal
We provide information about STEM
resilience and teamwork. They are also
careers and offer a range of enjoyable
great experience for your CV or personal
activities, trips and competitions to
statement, supporting your progression
help students build friendships and
to employment or university!
enrich their studies.
Performing Arts
Sport Visual Arts
The Academy of Performing Arts
Our Academy of Sport offers opportunities The Academy of Visual Arts offers
has strong links within the performing
in basketball, men’s and women’s football, students who are studying visual
arts industries, helping you develop
men’s and women’s rugby and netball. arts, film and media courses a
relationships as well as hone your
Our focus is to not only develop your range of enriching and interesting
technical and performance skills.
performance as a player, but to help you opportunities and activities. These
You’ll also be able to access a range
also achieve academic excellence. We will support and extend your learning,
of fantastic opportunities, including
balance training with your academic reward achievement and promote
performing at theatres in Sussex for
commitments, ensuring you can meet ambitious progression and employability.
festivals such as Dance Live, National
your potential in both areas, leading
Theatre connections and New Views
to a wider range of progression Find out more about our
script writing.
opportunities through university, academies on our website:
apprenticeships or employment. worthing.ac.uk/academies
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FEES HELP
If you’re 16-18 Advanced Learner Loan We're here to help you get the financial support you
If you’re a home student1 and are under If you’re thinking of progressing onto need. The student finance team can provide you with
19 at the beginning of your course, you a full-time course and are aged over advice on grants that are available.
won’t have to pay tuition or exam fees for 19 you may qualify for this loan.
most courses. You will have to pay exams
fees if you need to resit an exam. To be eligible you must:
Learning Support Grant & Bursary If you are aged 16 to 18 and are
› Be aged 19 or over at the start
You may need to pay for course equipment currently in care, just leaving care,
of your course This is our bursaries scheme for 16 to
and materials. You will be told about receive Income Support or Universal
this at interview.
› Be a UK or Irish national, or 18 year olds. This grant is funded by
Credit, or receive ESA (employment
have settled or pre-settled status the Education Funding Agency and
support allowance) or Universal Credit
under the EU Settlement Scheme administered by the college.
If you’re over 19 and PIP (Personal Independence Payments),
or indefinite leave to remain you may be eligible for the Vulnerable
This grant could provide you with:
You may be eligible to receive financial › Be applying to study on a course Bursary via the Learning Support Grant.
help with course fees. If you don’t hold a which is Level 32 or above › Access to free or subsidised travel
Level 2 qualification (e.g. five GCSEs at › Free or subsidised equipment, Financial help is also available
grades 9-4/A*-C) or a Level 3 qualification International students books or resources for students aged 19 or over.
(e.g. two A-levels) and are under 24 years › Free or subsidised childcare
old, you may be able to get a substantial International students should contact
› Free UCAS admin fees To find out more, call our Student
reduction in your fees. our International Department for
Finance Team on 01903 275755, email
fee information by emailing us at: › Free college meals studentfinance@chigroup.ac.uk or visit
Also, if you select a course leading to a internationalinfo@worthing.ac.uk › Contribution towards enrichment www.worthing.ac.uk/financialassistance.
basic skill qualification (English or maths) activities linked to your course
there will be no tuition fees to pay. Refunds
You may also be able to claim for free or For courses lasting longer than one term:
discounted courses at Entry Level and Level If you choose to leave your course within
1 if you are aiming for a full Level 2 course, one month of it starting and the course is
do not already hold a qualification at this longer than a term, a refund may be made
level and are under 24 years old. of fees paid, minus an administration charge
and any payments made to examining or
other bodies which cannot be reclaimed.
For courses lasting one term or less:
1
Home students are people who have already If you booked on a short course and
lived in the UK or EEA for a minimum of three cancel at least 10 working days before
years for reasons other than education. If you the course date, you will receive a refund
are an EEA national, you must have obtained minus a £25 administration fee. If you
either pre-settled or settled status under the
cancel less than 10 days before the start
EU Settlement Scheme.
of the course, or leave the course after
2
Defined by the government as a maximum it has started, no refund will be given.
of 3 A-levels; Access to HE course; Level 3
and/or Level 4 certificates or diplomas; If a course is cancelled by us, you’ll
an advanced or higher apprenticeship. receive a full refund of fees paid.
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CHICHESTER
COLLEGE GROUP
Brighton
Portsmouth
By choosing to study at Worthing College,
you become part of something bigger.
We’re proud to be part of the Chichester
College Group, a family of five West
Sussex colleges including Brinsbury,
Chichester, Crawley, Haywards Heath
and Worthing Colleges.
As a group, we were rated as Outstanding
in all areas by Ofsted in 2020 – the only
college group in Sussex to have achieved
this standard.
At Worthing College, we offer a range of
A-level courses and a number of vocational
options across a variety of subjects, but
Chichester CRAWLEY HAYWARDS
if you’re interested in studying something
different – why not check out one of our College COLLEGE HEATH COLLEGE
other colleges?
Chichester College offers a Based in the centre of town, Opened in 2020, Haywards Heath
diverse range of academic and Crawley College offers a wide range College offers an extensive selection
vocational subjects, including of industry-led vocational subjects, of A-level courses to choose
A-levels and T Levels. including T Levels, with a focus on from, alongside a number of
practical, hands-on learning. vocational options.
It’s home to excellent facilities, It's home to some of the best facilities You’ll enjoy learning in fresh, modern
including state-of-the-art training in the region for studying IT, creative classrooms and well-equipped
kitchens, the Lee Stafford hair salon, media and engineering, and opened facilities, including the Hub Theatre.
well-equipped workshops and the a brand new, multi-million pound
Riverside Theatre. STEM Centre in 2021. haywardsheath.ac.uk
chichester.ac.uk crawley.ac.uk
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BRINSBURY
COLLEGE
Whether you want to work with horses or animals, be a blacksmith,
a farmer, dog groomer or even a tree surgeon, you’ll get the skills
and qualifications you need at Brinsbury College.
Set in the stunning South Downs countryside, The college offers a wide variety of
the beautiful Brinsbury campus offers you land-based subjects, including agriculture,
a chance to study subjects you won’t find horticulture, equine, animal care and
in a classroom. blacksmithing. And – with an Outstanding
Ofsted rating – you can be assured you’ll
And Brinsbury is home to an award-winning be getting the best education in your field.
dairy herd, working farm (including a
new, state-of-the-art milking parlour), Catch the bus to Brinsbury
modern animal care centre, equine centre
and forge – not to mention extensive Getting to Brinsbury is easier than you
woodland and lakes. may think! We offer a dedicated bus
route from Chichester, which takes you
right to the campus. The service starts
in Chichester and calls at North Bersted,
Bognor Regis, Felpham, Littlehampton,
Wick and Arundel. Buses also run from
Shoreham and Crawley.
You’ll find all the latest information
about our bus service, including
timetables and ticket information,
on our website:
www.brinsbury.ac.uk/bus
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FOR LIFE APPLY
1 3
Apply Accepting a place
Your next steps… Apply online at worthing.ac.uk. Offers will be sent to you via
We’ll let you know when we’ve the email address you provide
› Read on to find out about our subject areas received your application with with your online application.
› Visit one of our Open Events where you’ll get to meet a confirmation email.
The offer will be conditional based on
the tutors, tour the college and discuss your study options Apply before Friday 17 December 2021 predicted GCSE grades and will require
› Apply online at worthing.ac.uk to guarantee first choice courses. We
will accept applications after this date,
you to accept the offer within 14 days to
secure your place.
› Once we receive your application form we will be in but it may mean that some courses could
4
touch to invite you in for a course guidance meeting already be full.
Confirm your results
› If you have any queries, just give us a call on If you have additional learning support On GCSE results day in August
01903 275751 or email admissions@worthing.ac.uk needs please also complete the additional 2022, you will need to obtain
support request form – there is a link to your results from your school
this within the application form. and enter them onto our Fast-Track
enrolment system so that we know your
2
grades before you arrive at college.
Course
Guidance Meetings
Scan me!
5
Before offering you a place at Attend enrolment
college we will meet with you Enrolment is where you officially
You'll be able to find out more - either in person or by telephone. We sign up as a college student.
will send you a link to our booking page You will have the opportunity
about our courses by scanning
where you can then select a meeting to review your subject choices based on
the QR Codes using the camera time that’s convenient for you. Don’t your results with our curriculum advisors.
on your phone or tablet. worry – the interview is there to give
6
you guidance on your subject choices
and the opportunity to ask any questions Start college
you may have. You will receive your college
timetable the week before the
start of term, which will outline
when you are required to attend classes.
If you need any help, talk to our
admissions team on 01903 275755
or email admissions@worthing.ac.uk
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A-LEVELS 99.8%
A-LEVEL
& LEVEL 3 PASS RATE
2021
COURSES Scan me for
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Our highly qualified and experienced staff are committed worthing.ac.uk/courses
to ensuring that you’re offered the best possible learning
experience across our extensive range of subjects.
Our A-level programme is open to Applied General Qualifications You’ll find more information about What have you studied and enjoyed?
students of all ages, whether you’re entry requirements on page 39,
While many students select three Think about building on subjects you
about to complete your GCSEs or are or on the course pages on our
A-levels, you can also choose from have studied before, considering ones
a mature student wishing to return website at www.worthing.ac.uk/courses.
a number of Applied General Level 3 you have enjoyed or have a passion for!
to study. You’ll also be required to complete a
qualifications, which earn UCAS points.
‘Getting Ready For’ pack before starting
We support you with extensive Find a balance
These can be studied alongside A-level with us in September 2022 for each
resources, including well-equipped
courses and are generally considered course you have chosen to study. Try to choose subjects that reflect your
laboratories, modern facilities,
theatre, art studios, computer labs, to be the equivalent of either one or two abilities, strengths and interests.
sports grounds and many more. A-levels. You’ll find more information Choosing the right subjects
about these on the course pages on our Ask yourself ‘why?’
website at www.worthing.ac.uk/courses. With so many subjects to choose
Additional Qualifications from (see pages 30-36), getting the If you want to choose a new subject,
Alongside your A-levels, you can also right mix of A-levels can be confusing. take a minute to think about why you
Entry Requirements There are a few things to consider to want to study it. Is it something you’re
opt to complete exciting qualifications
to complement your studies and For all our A-level and level 3 help you make the right choice for you. interested in, but haven’t been able to
support your entry to study higher courses, you will need to have study before? Do you know what it’s about?
education. Find out more about achieved at least five GCSEs at Do you know what you want Is it relevant to what you want to do?
these on our Aspire pages (18-19). grades 9-4, usually including to study/do in the future?
maths and English language. What if you’re still not sure?
Certain subjects will require Look at the entry requirements for the
a grade 5,6 or 7 in relevant university or higher education course/ If you don’t know what you want to do,
subjects at GCSE. apprenticeship that you want to do. Does it that’s ok. There are lots of subjects you
require specific subjects at A-level? You’ll can choose from which will help you keep
be able to find this information on university your options open. Speak to one of our
websites or using the UCAS course search. advisers for more information and advice.
28 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 worthing.ac.uk 29Courses Courses
OUR
COURSES
We have a whole range of A-level and Applied General
subjects to choose from here at Worthing College.
Business, Economics & Finance Computer Science & IT English
Learning about Business, Finance and The future will be driven by digital, with Are you a budding writer, a poetry
Economics can provide the basis for any computer technology now crucial to every enthusiast, or a critical reader? Our range
career you decide to go into. All you need aspect of our world. A choice of subjects of English courses may be just right for you
is an interest in current affairs and how like this could steer you into becoming with stimulating and thought-provoking
the world of business works, and you’re a leader in digital innovation. content! Studying English encourages
set! The business world is exciting and your imagination and creativity to flourish,
promises success to anyone who has Where will this lead you? and teaches you how to use a variety Did you know we
ambition and works hard. of communication techniques as well
There is a huge range of opportunities for as analyse complex information from also offer a range
further studies at university and financially across a range of genres. of level 2 courses, as
Where will this lead you?
rewarding careers. Possible career well as ESOL and
These courses can lead to university choices might include programming, digital
Where will this lead you? IELTS programmes?
and professional careers in accounting, forensics, artificial intelligence, computing
business, finance, financial services, or engineering. If you want to study English at university, Find out more
law, management and politics. individual English Language and English on page 37
Courses Level Literature A-levels are likely to be the best
Courses Level option for you. Brilliant careers related to
› Computer Science A-level 3 English qualifications include journalism,
› Business A-level 3
› Computing BTEC 3 media, speech therapy and teaching.
› Business CAMTEC 3
› Electronics A-level 3
Courses Level
› Economics A-level 3
› Financial Studies LIB&F 3
› English Language A-level 3
› English Language 3
& Literature A-level
› English Literature A-level 3
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Geography & Health & Social Care History, Politics & Law Languages, Travel & Tourism
Environmental Science Are you someone who loves working These are fantastic subjects for widening If you want to take your French or Spanish
with people and have a naturally caring your understanding of the world, it’s to a higher level of communication, our
Are you looking for a subject that improves
personality? Do you want to make a real history and culture and are a great basis language courses are an exciting option
your understanding of the world around
difference to the lives of others? Our for many university courses and careers. and will help to open doors to careers
you? A-level Geography and A-level
practical and engaging courses are ideal So, whatever your future holds these in other countries.
Environmental Science are set to sharpen
for people who are seriously considering subjects are set to give you a head start.
your research skills and give you a fantastic
a career in the health & social care field. If you want to develop your critical thinking Our Travel & Tourism BTEC National
understanding of the world around you with
skills, then these courses are for you! Diploma would be ideal if you are passionate
relevant, real-life information. These are
exciting and ever-changing subjects. Where will this lead you? about travel and customer service and want
Where will this lead you? to be part of this global industry. The course
Our Health & Social Care courses can develops plenty of transferable skills that
Where will this lead you? lead to some of the most important and Many people studying these subjects can be used in many other business settings.
rewarding careers in the world - care, have high flying careers in education,
You’ll have a huge range of options at
nursing, social work, teaching or youth law, media and public services.
university and there are many linked career Where will this lead you?
and community related careers.
paths including business, cartography,
environmental risk management, Courses Level You can progress to university and students
geo-engineering, government, leisure Courses may well go on to careers in business,
Level › Applied Law BTEC 3
media, teaching and travel & tourism.
& tourism, teaching and planning. › Health & Social Care CAMTEC 3
› History A-level 3
Courses
Courses Level › Law A-level 3 Level
› Geography A-level 3 › Politics A-level 3 › French A-level 3
› Environmental Science A-level 3 › Spanish A-level 3
› Travel & Tourism BTEC 3
32 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 worthing.ac.uk 33Courses Course
Courses
A-Z
Maths Performing Arts Sciences Social Sciences
Maths is one of the most fundamentally Were you born to perform? Our performing Science is a vital part of every industry in Social Science is the study of human
important aspects of many industries, arts courses provide a fantastic opportunity one way or another, so what could be more beings. What could be more interesting
from business to science and it provides to develop your skills and couldn’t be a important than studying a science course? than understanding the reasons behind
a strong basis for future study and careers. better place to start out. Whether you are It is the lifeblood of our medical professions peoples’ actions and behaviours?
interested in dance, drama, music or theatre with courses like biology being the literal
Develop your problem-solving, analytical, studies we will have a course that would be study of life, making them incredibly You’ll examine the world we live in and
quantitative and critical thinking skills by right for you! relevant whatever your career path after explore some of the most compelling
choosing these sought-after qualifications. college. If you are thinking of studying questions in modern society.
Where will this lead? medicine at university, you will need to
Where will this lead you? study biology and chemistry at A-level. Where will this lead?
The opportunities are limitless. You can
There is a huge range of opportunities for go on to study higher education courses Where will this lead? Careers in a wide range of sectors are
further studies at university and financially at professional dance, music or theatre possible including the criminal justice
rewarding careers. Possible career choices schools as well as at university. Careers Students with a passion for the sciences system, education, law, health and
might include accountancy, sciences, can include working as a musician, may choose to study medicine, dentistry, social work.
finance and engineering. performer, teacher or journalist. nursing, physiotherapy, veterinary science
or an individual science at university.
Courses Level
Careers in science are endless and
Courses Level Courses Level recognised throughout the world. › Applied Psychology BTEC 3
› Further Maths A-level 3 › Creative & Performing Arts RSL 3
Courses
› Criminology WJEC 3
› Maths A-level 3 › Dance A-level 3 Level
› Psychology A-level 3
› Statistics A-level 3 › Drama & Theatre Studies A-level 3 › Applied Science CAMTEC 3
› Sociology A-level 3
› Music A-level 3 › Biology A-level 3
› Music Practitioner RSL 3 › Chemistry A-level 3
› Electronics A-level 3
› Engineering CAMTEC 3
› Physics A-level 3
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Level 2 &
ALTERNATIVE
COURSES
Level 2 Courses Step Up
For students who may not be quite ready This exciting and innovative one-year
for an A-level, or other level 3 courses, course is designed to offer a unique mix
we have range of Level 2 options available of learning experiences for students who
at Worthing College – including GCSE have not yet met the entry requirements
Sports and Visual Arts English and maths. We’ll support for a level 3 course.
and help you to get to where you
Physical Education Have you got a passion and creative flair want to be. It provides a great platform for students
for visual arts, design or photography? to get a taste of several subject areas, as
Sport is the love of competition and striving
We have fully equipped studios set to Our level 2 courses will provide a well as the opportunity to shadow A-level
to be your best. Whether you’re looking
support you in your studies, with most of good basis to progress onto level 3 classes in the final term to ensure you’re
to study sport, PE or sport and exercise
our course material focused on developing programmes as well as provide subject choosing the right courses for you.
science, you’re in the best place!
your skills to work in the industry. knowledge and skills that could help with
your employability. ESOL (English for Speakers
Where will this lead?
Where will this lead? of Other Languages)
There are so many careers in sport and Courses Level
Careers in visual arts are numerous and We offer ESOL courses throughout the year,
physical education. You might want to
exciting. These include architecture, › Business BTEC 2 offering students opportunities to develop
continue your studies at university or
art therapy, fashion design, graphic or improve their English language skills.
train as a physiotherapist or teacher. › English GCSE 2
design, theatre, TV and video production
Some students will go on to be coaches
to name but a few. › Maths GCSE 2 IELTS
or personal trainers.
› Applied Science BTEC 2 IELTS (International English Language
Courses Level
Courses Level › Sports BTEC 2 Testing System) is the world’s most popular
› Physical Education A-level 3 › Digital Media CAMTEC 3 English language test for higher education
› Travel & Tourism City Guilds 2 and global migration.
› Sport BTEC 3 › Film Studies A-level 3
› Sport & Exercise Science BTEC 3 › Fine Art A-level 3 We offer IELTS courses at Worthing
College, which will enable you to improve
› Graphic Communication A-level 3
your English language skills to the level
› Media Studies A-level 3 you need to succeed.
› Photography A-level 3
› Textiles A-level 3
36 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 worthing.ac.uk 37A-Z List of our Courses ENTRY
A
›
›
Applied Law BTEC
Applied Psychology BTEC
Level
3
3
G
›
›
Geography A-level
Graphic Communication A-level
Level
3
3
REQUIREMENTS
› Applied Science BTEC 3 General entry requirements
› Applied Science CAMTEC 3 H
(Single & Double Award) A-levels Minimum entry requirements
› Health & Social Care CAMTEC
(Single & Triple Award) 3 These two-year, level 3 qualifications You must achieve at least five GCSEs
B › History A-level 3 support progression to university, training at grades 4–9, including maths AND
› Biology A-level 3 and employment. English language.
› Business BTEC 2 I Level 3 Applied General Minimum entry requirements
› Business A-level 3
› IELTS 2
› Business CAMTEC
3
We have a range of Applied General courses You must achieve at least five GCSEs
(Single & Double Award) at level 3 including BTECs, Cam Techs and at grades 4–9, including maths OR
L RSLs. These are normally two-year courses. English language.
They are at the same level as A-levels and offer
C › Law A-level 3 equivalent UCAS points for entry to university.
If you have not achieved maths or English
language at grade 4-9 you would normally
3 These qualifications come in different sizes and
› Chemistry A-level may be equivalent to one, two or three A-levels.
start your studies at Worthing College on a
› Computer Science A-level 3 M level 2 course.
› 3
Computing BTEC › Maths GCSE 2 Level 2 Applied General Minimum entry requirements
› Creative & Performing Arts RSL 3 › Maths A-level 3
(Single & Triple Award) We have a range of Applied General courses at You must achieve at least four GCSEs
› Media Studies A-level 3
level 2 including BTECs and City and Guilds. at grades 3-9.
› Music A-level 3 These one year courses are at the same level as
D › Music Practitioner RSL 3 GCSEs and can be used to progress on to Level
3 study at Worthing or other colleges.
› Dance A-level 3
› Digital Media CAMTEC 3 P Level 1 Courses Minimum entry requirements
› Drama & Theatre Studies A-level 3 › Photography A-level 3 We offer a Step-Up programme for students You must have a keen interest in progressing
› Physical Education A-level 3 who do not meet the entry requirements for level into further study or employment and a
E › Physics A-level 3 2 courses. This one-year course will prepare you willingness to continue to develop your
to progress on to further study at level 2 or 3. English and Maths.
› Politics A-level 3
› Economics A-level 3
› Psychology A-level 3
› Electronics A-level 3
› English GCSE 2
› English Language A-level 3 S Specific entry requirements
› English Language & Literature A-level 3 › Sociology A-level 3 In addition to the minimum entry requirements described above, some individual courses have
› English Literature A-level 3 › Spanish A-level 3 their own specific entry requirements which reflect the demands of that course. For example,
› Environmental Science A-level 3 › Sport BTEC 2 to study A-level maths you must achieve at least a grade 6 in GCSE maths.
› ESOL 3 › Sport BTEC (Single & Triple Award) 3 To find the specific entry requirements for our courses, please visit the college website
› Statistics A-level 3 (www.worthing.ac.uk) to view individual subject descriptions in our A-Z list of courses,
› or refer to our Course Entry Requirements Booklet.
F Step Up 2
› Film Studies A-level 3
› Fine Art A-level 3 T Internal progression at Worthing College
› Financial Studies LIB&F 3 › Textiles A-level 3
Students wishing to progress from one level of study to the next at Worthing College are
› French A-level 3 › Travel & Tourism City & Guilds 2
expected to have completed the previous level with at least a Merit grade and made suitable
› Further Maths A-level 3 › Travel & Tourism BTEC 3 progress in English and maths.
38 Guide for Full-time Students - 2022/23 worthing.ac.uk 39T Levels are technical qualifications,
designed to help you get ahead Welcome to the next level
in your dream career.
From September 2022, across
Chichester College Group,
What are T Levels? we'll be offering T Levels in:
Equivalent to three A-levels, they
combine the career focus and practical Construction
elements of technical qualifications
with classroom-based learning and Building Services Engineering¹
THE NEXT LEVEL QUALIFICATION industry placements – a key element
of all T Level courses.
Design, Surveying & Planning2
THAT’S BUILT BY BUSINESSES Onsite Construction2
They’ll provide you with a clear Construction Transition T Level1
route into skilled employment, higher
education at university or degree-level
apprenticeships. Digital
Digital Production, Design & Development1
Although T Levels are not currently
available here at Worthing College, we Digital Support Services1
are offering them at Chichester College Digital Transition T Level1
and Crawley College.
Find out more Education & Childcare
If you have any questions, get in touch! Education and Childcare1
Email us at t-levels@chichester.ac.uk Education & Childcare Transition T Level3
or call 01243 786321.
Health & Science
Wherever your future is heading, Health4
take it to the next level with a
T Level at Chichester College Group! Healthcare Science4
Science2
Science Transition T Level2
New for 2022!
We'll also be launching new T Levels in:
Business1
Engineering & Manufacturing1
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1Chichester and Crawley only
chichester.ac.uk/ 2Chichester only
study-courses/ 3Chichester,Crawley and Haywards Heath
study-areas/t-levels 4Crawley only
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APPRENTICESHIPS AT OUR
WHAT OUR APPRENTICES SAY:
OTHER CAMPUSES
“After I completed my Level 3 Business Administrator
Start your
apprenticeship, I decided to further progress my career and
take on the Level 4 Project Management apprenticeship. During
my apprenticeship, I have really matured as an individual and
career with an
I understand what to expect in a professional environment.
An apprenticeship is the best decision I have made and
a step up into my career!”
apprenticeship
Chloe Lambourne, Apprenticeship Programme Coordinator
at Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
“Being married with two children and working full-time means I often
have limited time to progress in my career. So, an apprenticeship was the
An apprenticeship is a great way to earn money, gain real work best option! I get to work and learn new skills at the same time which has
experience and achieve a nationally recognised qualification improved my confidence and performance in the workplace. This has
in your chosen industry. all resulted in my promotion to Deputy CEO!”
Rory Massey, Chief Operations Officer and Deputy Chief
Executive Officer at Age UK Portsmouth
Rated ‘Outstanding’ Key facts
apprenticeship provider
It’s a real job
We are recognised by Ofsted for our range
of high-quality apprenticeship training
programmes delivered by industry experts.
You will be treated just like a regular
employee of the company with a contract WE OFFER APPRENTICESHIPS
No.1 in Sussex & Hampshire
of employment, salary and employee
benefits such as holiday and sick leave. ACROSS A RANGE OF JOB ROLES
We have the highest achievement rates for There’s no age limit
AND LEVELS, INCLUDING:
apprenticeships in Sussex and Hampshire,
according to government figures*. Anyone over the age of 16 is eligible to
become an apprentice, whether you are Business and Administration Health and Science
employed, unemployed or leaving school.
Level Level
'Apprentices develop key knowledge
securely and learn how to apply this You can choose from a wide Business Administrator 3 Leisure Team Member 2
to their specific job roles' range of apprenticeships Leisure Duty Manager 3
Ofsted Report, 2020
There are over 80 different apprenticeships Education and Childcare Personal Trainer 3
for you to choose from, across a range of
Level Community Activator Coach
levels, so you can be sure you’re heading 2
'Apprentices make strong progress with towards the right career path for you. Early Years Practitioner 2
Community Sport and Health Officer 3
their studies, develop new knowledge and Early Years Educator 3
skills and often achieve to a high level' How to apply
Learning Mentor 3 Sales, Marketing and Procurement
To apply for an apprenticeship or
Ofsted Report, 2020
to find out more information please Level
contact our apprenticeship team Customer Service Practitioner 3
'Employers value greatly the positive by calling 01903 275755 or emailing
impact apprentices’ new skills and apprentices@worthing.ac.uk. Scan me for
more information!
knowledge have on their workplace' You can also visit our website at
worthing.ac.uk/
worthing.ac.uk/apprenticeships
Ofsted Report, 2020 apprenticeships
for the latest news and vacancies. *According to National Achievement
Rate Tables published for 2018/19
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Your route through
HIGHER higher education
EDUCATION
Graduation | Employment | Professional Course | Postgraduate Course
Top-up BA (Hons) Bachelor of Arts Degree & Higher
3rd year
1 year
Degree BSc (Hons) Bachelor of Science Apprenticeship
A final year that will turn your HND or foundation A package of
degree into a full honours degree work and study,
where you will
A university level qualification can make a huge difference to your gain a university
career prospects. So whether you’re at the start of your journey, level qualification
looking to progress in your career or want to change direction you will HND Higher National Diploma 2 years and hands-on
find what you’re looking for at the Chichester College Group (CCG). experience while
2nd year
A vocational qualification,
2 years
Foundation you earn. Depending
equivalent to the second year Degree on your employer
of a degree. Highly regarded by
they may take
Access to Higher Education Degree-level qualifications employers and can lead straight A vocational
between 3-6 years
to employment or further study qualification
Access courses are designed for adults who Our degree-level qualifications are with a blend
wish to enter higher education courses but awarded by the University of Portsmouth of academic
don’t have the necessary qualifications. This and the University of Chichester, so HNC Higher National Certificate study and
is the perfect opportunity to gain a full level you’ll have the dual benefit of graduating work based
A vocational qualification,
3 qualification to enable you to study at
1st year
from leading universities while staying learning,
1 year
equivalent to the first year of
university level to further your career. local at one of our outstanding colleges. equivalent to
a degree. Highly regarded by
two years of
employers and can lead straight
Access courses offered Across the group, we offer a degree
to employment or further study
across the group*, include: university-level courses* in a
› Animal Management variety of subjects, including:
› Art & Design › Animal Management
A-level, T Level, BTEC or Diploma Access to Higher Education
› Business & Management › Business
2 years
Two year formal qualifications A one year course designed to
1 year
› Computing › Construction
designed to prepare you for further prepare adults to study at university
› Criminology & Forensic Studies › Creative Media study or employment level that do not have formal
› Engineering › Dance qualifications required
› Health & Health Sciences › Digital Computing
› Healthcare Professions › Education
› Humanities › Engineering GCSE
› Nursing & Healthcare Professions › Horticulture
› Science Pathways (Biomedical, › Hospitality & Events
Ecology & Environment, Medicine) › Performing Arts To find out more
› Sport Science › Sport Visit our website to download our Higher Scan me for
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