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School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 A LEVELS YOUR JOURNEY T LEVELS VOCATIONAL COURSES YOUR CAREER APPRENTICESHIPS FOUNDATION LEARNING IT STARTS HERE�
Hello and welcome to Selby College’s Contents
2024/25 School Leaver Prospectus.
At Selby College, our ethos has always Computing & Design, providing learners
been about providing a well-rounded with a route to gain skills and knowledge
Your Journey, Your Choice ����������������������� 04 Sixth Form Courses T Level Courses
Your Study Programme����������������������������������� 06
education for our students based on in their chosen area. Art, Design & Photography����������������������������� 26 Construction ������������������������������������������������������������������������ 40
Course Levels Explained���������������������������������07
their individual choices, capabilities and Learners can also progress from Level A Level Art & Design Digital Support Services ������������������������������������ 40
How to Apply������������������������������������������������������������������ 08
aspirations – ensuring that they can 1 right up to Level 6 via our University (Photography & Art) ����������������������������������������������� 26 Education & Childcare ���������������������������������������������41
Transport Routes ����������������������������������������������������� 09
reach their full potential and achieve Centre, meaning you can achieve a full Business & Management ����������������������������������� 26 Health ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������41
Enriching Your Experience ����������������������� 10
their future ambitions. degree right here at Selby College. A Level Business ��������������������������������������������������������� 26
We do this by creating a well-rounded
Sport Enrichment ������������������������������������������������������ 12
Computing��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 27 Vocational Courses
We hope that this guide will provide you Student Central ������������������������������������������������������������ 14
Welcome
curriculum which is developed in A Level Computer Science ������������������������� 27 Animal Care ����������������������������������������������������������������������������44
with all the information that you need, but First-rate Facilities ������������������������������������������������ 16
partnership with our local our regional English & Humanities���������������������������������������������� 28 Art, Design & Photography�������������������������������46
don’t just take our word for it - come and Work Placements ������������������������������������������������������� 18
A Level English Language ��������������������������� 28 Business & Management�������������������������������������48
from
partners, ensuring that our students have see what we have to offer at one of our Higher Education ����������������������������������������������������� 20
the skills which are in demand now and in A Level English Literature������������������������������ 28 Childcare, Early Years &
upcoming Open Events, which are listed Sixth Form �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22
the future. A Level Geography������������������������������������������������� 28 Childhood Studies ������������������������������������������������������ 50
on page 98. Mentoring for Excellence ���������������������������� 25
Sam Wright
A Level History ��������������������������������������������������������������� 29 Computing �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 52
We understand that coming to college In the meantime, if you have any T Levels������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 38
A Level Law ������������������������������������������������������������������������ 29 Construction & Civil Engineering ����������� 56
is about more than just learning and questions or need any more information, Vocational Courses �������������������������������������������� 42
Film, Media & Television ������������������������������������ 30 Engineering ����������������������������������������������������������������������������64
that’s why we are committed to creating please call our Student Central Team Apprenticeships���������������������������������������������������������� 92
A Level Media Studies �������������������������������������� 30 English for Speakers of Other
an environment where our students can on 01757 211040 email studentcentral@ Information for Parents������������������������������������96
Maths����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 33 Languages (ESOL)�������������������������������������������������������� 66
grow and thrive both academically and heartofyorkshire.ac.uk, or visit our Additional Information ������������������������������������ 97
A Level Mathematics ����������������������������������������� 33 Film, Media &Television ���������������������������������������� 68
personally. What’s more, our highly- website www.selby.ac.uk. Sustainability ������������������������������������������������������������������ 97
A Level Further Mathematics ��������������� 33 Foundation Learning ����������������������������������������������� 70
qualified, friendly and supportive staff Open Events������������������������������������������������������������������������98
Certificate in Core Maths ����������������������������� 33 Hair & Beauty�������������������������������������������������������������������������� 72
will be there to support you every step of Key Dates 2023/24���������������������������������������������������99
Science�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������34 Health, Social Care & Wellbeing �������������� 76
the way during your time with us.
A Level Biology ��������������������������������������������������������������34 Hospitality & Catering�����������������������������������������������78
You will be picking up this guide Selby College will take all reasonable steps to provide A Level Chemistry �����������������������������������������������������34 Horticulture������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 80
after what has been an exciting and Sam Wright the educational services and range of courses as
A Level Physics �������������������������������������������������������������� 35 The Prince’s Trust ���������������������������������������������������������� 82
successful year for the College, following described in this 2024/25 School Leaver Prospectus
Principal and Chief Executive and in other related documents. Social Sciences ����������������������������������������������������������������� 36 Public Services �������������������������������������������������������������������84
its merger with Wakefield College to Applied Criminology�������������������������������������������� 36 Science������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 86
However, it does not guarantee the provision of such
become the Heart of Yorkshire Education services. The provision of courses is dependent on A Level Psychology ������������������������������������������������� 36 Sport ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 88
Group. This has enabled us to create there being sufficient demand to make their operation
A Level Sociology������������������������������������������������������� 36 Travel & Tourism ������������������������������������������������������������ 90
even greater prospects for our students, viable for the College to run.
Applied Psychology ����������������������������������������������� 36
including an expansion of our provision, At the time of publication (September 2023) all
course titles and information were correct. Updates Sport ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������37 Apprenticeships
enhanced enrichment opportunities, a to this Prospectus will be made to the online Applied Sport & Exercise Science�����37 Apprenticeship Programmes ����������������������� 94
Group-wide sport programme and more. version available at www.selby.ac.uk.
This includes our brand-new range
of Level 1 courses which span from
Animal Care to Hospitality & Catering to
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1 Sixth Form (A Levels) 2 T Levels 3 Vocational Courses 4 Apprenticeships
Your Journey
If you have a real interest in your A new and exciting option for those If you are looking for a course with a An Apprenticeship is a real job with
subjects, enjoy studying, are able who prefer a combination of classroom practical learning route that relates training that gives you the opportunity to
to work independently and thrive theory and practical learning in a real to a specific industry, then our wide gain a recognised qualification as you
Your Choice
in examinations, then an A Level working environment. Get a head start range of vocational courses can work. If you are passionate about the
programme is right for you. towards your chosen career by gaining provide you with the practical skills and type of industry you want to work in, an
Our A Levels are focused on facilitating the skills and knowledge sought after by underpinning knowledge needed for a Apprenticeship offers a clearly defined
subjects to ensure the majority of our employers in the industry. specific job or career. career route.
students can progress on to Russell T Levels follow GCSEs and are equivalent While there are many subject areas to We work with a variety of different
Choose one of our five routes to success. Group universities. to three A Levels. They’ve been co- choose from, it is worth bearing in mind employers, ranging from small to large
Students will choose 3 A Level created by the industry you want to be a that you can only study one vocational who offer great opportunities to ‘earn
subjects. The minimum requirement part of, so you can gain the knowledge qualification at a time. while you learn’.
is at least five GCSEs at Grade 4 (or and skills you need to leap ahead of the If you have a specific career in mind, Apprenticeships are for anyone aged 16
above), including Maths and English. crowd and into your desired career. prefer a practical way of learning, and or over and they allow you to earn and
Some A Levels will have additional T Levels combine classroom theory, assignments over exams, choose from learn at the same time, meaning you
requirements, such as a Grade 5 if the practical learning and a minimum of 315 our wide range of vocational courses have great prospects for the future!
subject was taken at GCSE, or a Grade hours (or 45 days) Industry Placement to from Levels 1 to 3. We offer various levels of Apprenticeship
5 or 6 in Maths. make sure students have real experience Vocational courses prepare you to work from Level 2 right through to Level 5 Higher
Please see course descriptions for the of the workplace. in a trade, in a craft, as a technician, Apprenticeships (degree level). After
individual entry requirements. The two-year T Level courses have or in support roles in professions such completing your apprenticeship, you can
BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificates been developed in collaboration with as engineering, accountancy, nursing, progress to a higher-level Apprenticeship
These can be taken alongside your A employers and businesses so that the medicine, architecture or law. or one of the many university-level
Level options and have the same delivery content will meet the needs of industry Our Vocational students gain experience courses across our Colleges, into
mode and UCAS points as A Levels, but and thoroughly prepare students for in real working environments with excellent employment or on to university elsewhere.
are more coursework based. work. They provide the knowledge and equipment, ensuring you have the Learn more about our Apprenticeships on
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) experience needed to open the door facilities you need to help you succeed. pages 92 - 95.
Students may also choose to take an EPQ to highly skilled employment, a higher
The labour market is fiercely competitive
in their second year, which is equivalent apprenticeship or entry to university.
and employers can take their pick from
to half an A Level and requires you to + Equivalent to 3 A Levels a wide pool of candidates, so they’re 5 Foundation Learning
produce a single piece of work of your + 80% Classroom, 20% Industry looking for more than just qualifications A mix of vocational study, tasters and
own choosing, demonstrating evidence Placement on paper. Studying a Vocational English and maths, for those who would
of planning, preparation and research.
Everyone learns differently, which is why it’s important to + Gain UCAS points for entry to university programme with us can give you the like to learn core skills and develop
Find out more about our Sixth Form real-world experience that employers their personal and social development
choose a type of course which is right for you. This leaflet Introduce yourself to T Levels on pages
offer on pages 22 - 37. are looking for. to prepare you for employment and
will help you decide which type of course, as well as what 38 - 40.
building confidence in the workplace.
Explore our wide range of Vocational
course level is best suited to you and how they relate to courses on pages 42 - 91. Find out more about our Foundation
other qualifications. Learning courses on pages 70 - 71.
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Your Study Support
You’ll have personal and group tutorials Course Levels
Still unsure on which path
Programme (called Goals) with your tutors, as well
as further support from our highly Explained is right for you?
skilled and dedicated team as needed.
Students starting at Selby College after leaving school will be able Our team of expert Careers and
to study a range of courses from Entry Level up to Level 3 depending Guidance Advisers will be able to
Work Experience on their qualifications, with the option to progress to a degree-level support you to make your decision.
Placements course (Levels 4, 5 & 6) at our University Centre, head to university, or
When you have your interview they,
Every student at College has the alongside our experienced teaching
progress into employment. staff, will discuss the best route for
opportunity to undertake meaningful
work experience activities during their you based on your qualifications,
time at College. expected grades and career goals.
Level Duration What it means If you have any questions, please don’t
hesitate to contact studentcentral@
NAVIGATE Entry Up to 1 Year No formal entry requirements for these programmes, heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or call us on
Activities and experiences to develop Level which are designed to provide you with essential life 01757 211000.
skills through trips, visits, guest and study skills. Following successful completion of an
speakers, volunteering, enrichment, Entry Level programme, learners can progress on to a
clubs and societies. Level 1 course.
English & Maths Level 1 1 Year You will need to have gained Grades 1 and 2 in your
GCSEs to study a Level 1 programme. These will build
You’ll continue to study English and
on your existing skills and upon successful completion,
Maths until you achieve a Grade
(between GCSE and 9-4). This will be allow you to progress to a Level 2 course.
timetabled to fit in alongside your course.
Level 2 1 or 2 Years Equivalent to GCSE Grades 4-9 and you will be
expected to have achieved at least four GCSEs
at Grade 3 or above to enrol on to one of these
programmes. Successful completion will pave the
way for you to further your studies at Level 3.
Level 3 1 or 2 Years You will need to have achieved at least five GCSE
passes at Grade 4 or above to enrol, plus any
specific entry requirements for individual courses.
These courses vary in length, usually from 1-2 years
Coming to College is more than just a course. Get the most out depending on the programme.
of your time at College with a study programme supported by
Student Central.
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Choosing your course and making an application Getting to College is easy!
How to Apply Transport Routes
Alongside Arriva bus services, the College also provides Arriva Services
its own transport to and from the College which students
College Services
can express their interest to use.
Making a decision... This map shows our current bus services
Browse through the prospectus, come to one of our Open Events, and talk to your to and from Selby College: S2 415
parents, friends, and teachers, about the courses you’re interested in to help you decide If you cannot see the service on the map Taxi
Sherburn
in Elmet
York
Taxi 1
what you want to study. If you are unsure what you would like to do, call us and ask for a which is suitable for you, please visit the
careers appointment or call our Course Information Team who will be happy to help. Arriva website or contact Student Central South Riccall 2 Market
Milford Weighton
for advice on 01757 211040 or email
↓ ↓ Bubwith
studentcentral@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk Monk Barlby Holme 42
Apply online Call our Course Information Team on Fryston OSM
You apply online direct via the 01924 789111 or email courseinfo@ Once you have applied to Selby S3 North
Duffield Naburn
Selby College website - heartofyorkshire.ac.uk and we can College, we will send you details of Hambleton
www.selby.ac.uk/apply email you an application form. how to get a bus pass, where your Brotherton Cawood
Byram Thorpe
nearest pick up point is and answer any Willoughby
400
↓ questions you may have. You may be Birkin
Wistow Newport
Howden
You will be invited for an interview for your first choice course only. This is your chance eligible for financial support which can Chappel Brayton
Airmyn
Haddlesey
to ask questions about your chosen course and make sure the course is right for you. help cover the cost of your travel to and Burn
↓ from College. 164 Garforth Selby
Bus Station West
Cowick Rawcliffe
Congrats! You receive an offer in writing. Alongside our excellent transport links, Brayton Goole
Whether you applied online or by form, you will need to accept the place by we also have ample parking on-site. Kellington
Selby
Bus Station S4
Beal Camblesforth West Cowick
returning the acceptance form that came with your offer letter or call the Admissions Student permits can be obtained at a Selby
Bus Station
Team on 01757 211133. very low cost for the whole academic year. 476 Carlton Barlow Rawcliffe
Snaith Barlby
↓ West Bank
Goole
Pollington
Attend a New Student Day event in July to participate in course related activities,
meet other students and find out what College life is like. Great Heck Temple
Hirst
Osgodby
401
Hensall
↓ Cliffe
We will invite you into College to enrol for your chosen course in August, where you
Eggborough S5
Whitley Hemingbrough
will become a full-time student.
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More than just the classroom! 1 2 3 4
Enriching Your
Experience 5 6 7
8 9
We make our courses varied and interesting by packing 1. Law & Criminology students enjoyed a 2. Public Services students braved some 5. Science students took part in a cancer 8. Business students raised over £650 for
whistle-stop tour of London! difficult weather conditions to climb research practical at the University of York. dog charities with fundraisers.
in extra features like guest speakers, visits, and residential Pen-y-ghent. 6. Yorkshire Sculpture Park was a hit with 9. Pizza, fun activities and networking,
opportunities or overseas trips. Getting involved in extra 3. Hospitality & Catering students Art & Design students. were on the agenda for the Annual
delivered a cookery demo at a local Student Rep conference!
activities can really boost your UCAS application to make food festival.
7. Construction students excelled at the
Guild-of-Bricklayers’ Yorkshire Region
you stand out from the crowd! 4. Our Sport department celebrated success 2023 competition.
at their annual awards ceremony.
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as those who have yet to be given the
If you enjoy sport, we have lots of opportunities here at Our enrichment activities are available
Football opportunity to showcase their sporting Sport Activators
to all students and are a great way to
Selby College… try new activities, develop skills and Students have the opportunity to play talents. With links to local professional Students can apply for a number of sport
for the Men’s First or Second Football and semi-professional clubs, students activator roles, including:
Sport
meet new people. You don’t need to be
Team or the Women’s Team. The Men’s will have the opportunity to play at the
on a Sport course to take part in our + ECFA Activator
First Team, who were league champions highest level.
sport enrichment, so come and join in! + Inclusion Ambassador
in 2021/2022, play in the Association Training is incorporated into the study + This Girl Can Ambassador
Teams of College’s (AoC) Yorkshire & Humber programme each week. Additionally,
Enrichment
+ Mental Health Ambassador
Men’s League and have represented the sports science support is provided
Teams and clubs include Football, Students are appointed to help raise
area at the National Championships. alongside the pitch-based sessions.
Rugby, Netball, Basketball, Dodgeball, awareness of key issues and develop sport
The Second Team were also at the College and in the community. The
Indoor Cricket, Orienteering, Volleyball,
champions of the English Colleges Activators will help to arrange events and
Table Tennis and even Zorb Football!
Football Association’s (ECFA) Yorkshire sessions to encourage new participants.
These activities are available during
& Humberside (West C) league in Students across the College are also
lunch and some compete in AoC League
2022/2023. The Women’s Team play encouraged to take part in the AoC’s
matches every Wednesday afternoon.
weekly fixtures in the ECFA Yorkshire and national challenges, which promote
Students also have an opportunity to
Humber League (West League). In 2022, physical activity and the benefits of it.
represent the College at the regional and
the College’s Men’s 1st Football team As part of the challenges, Colleges
national championships in the sports
won the AoC’s Yorkshire Men’s Football compete against each other to reach
mentioned above as well as Badminton
East A League after going undefeated the total or engage the most students in
and running.
throughout the season. either running, walking or cycling teams.
Regional championships include
Tours of external sporting venues are
competitions against other colleges Sport Awards also available to students, with
within the county of Yorkshire and
The Sport Awards celebrate the students previously enjoying a tour
the Humber, while at the National successes of our sports teams and of PSV Eindhoven.
Championships, we compete against individual students from across the Please contact the Sport Development
other colleges within England. academic year. The Awards include a Officer on 01757 211025 or email
formal three-course meal before the info@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk for more
presentation of the Awards. information about joining a team or to
enquire about coaching dates.
Selby Football Development Centre
The Selby College Football Development
Centre (FDC) provides a platform for
players who have previously been
involved with professional clubs, as well
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Student Central
Activity Leaders Student Voice Council Counselling Support
During your time at College you will get the Counselling offers a confidential space
chance to take part in enrichment activities Each group at College has a class rep so that to talk in privacy about anything that is
and we have lots that you can get involved in. your voice is always heard and your opinions bothering you. This may be online, telephone
Our activity leaders organise clubs, social shared. If you’re a class rep, you’ll be a member or face to face.
Supporting Your Success trips and visits as well as supporting the
Students’ Union. Take advantage of your
of the student voice council (SVC) and will meet
regularly with staff to help inform change and
Quiet Contemplation
timetable-free Wednesday afternoons! improve things for students.
Rooms are available for personal reflection
for individuals.
Feel Safe, Be Safe Safeguarding Support Young Adult Carers Students’ Union (SU)
You can talk to us about anything… If you feel unsafe in any way you can tell a If you are caring for a family member at As a student at College you’re automatically a member of the Students’
Bullying, harassment, violent or coercive member of staff, call in to see staff in Student home, our Carer Lead can work with you to Union. Democratic elections are held annually for an executive
relationship, abuse, drugs, home issues, Central, or contact our Group Safeguarding make adjustments to support committee of students. Any student can apply. Save money on the high
homelessness, sexual harassment or vio- Lead or Deputy Safeguarding Lead. you in College to ensure you street by buying a Totum Card at: cards.nusextra.co.uk
lence, exploitation, mental health. We’re succeed with us.
here to help and support you.
Student Wellbeing Officers Student Experience Support Leaders Google Classroom Volunteering
If you feel overwhelmed either at College or by problems at home
or you just need some support, whatever the reason, our Student
Wellbeing Officers are here for you. Our team work closely with We’re here to see that you adapt well to College life and receive the Google Classroom has lots of help, support Do you want the opportunity to develop key
students and other services both in College and outside of College. support that you need to make the most of your studies. If you have and advice which you can access remotely. skills, become a leader, or work with other
The team can support via 1:1s, small groups, corridor chats and a any questions, queries or would like to speak to someone about You will be given the code for this Classroom students or young people? We have lots
variety of other drop-in opportunities, such as Wellbeing Wednesday, anything to do with your time at College, you can contact one of our during your first week at College. of volunteering opportunities available so
time to talk cafés, C-Card registrations and more. Support Leaders. please contact your activity leader!
Financial Support Attendance Matters NAVIGATE Sports Activator
Navigate is a programme of events and
We can provide information and confidential advice on We expect 100% attendance to all lessons on your timetable and this activities to develop your wider and
student financial support in Further and Higher Education. Our Sports Activator organises the
will give you the biggest chance of success on your course. employability skills. You’ll get a programme extra-curricular sports and activities across
This includes information on the 16-18 Bursaries, You can check your attendance through ProMonitor, and if you for the year during induction and additional
Discretionary learner support (for students aged 19+ all campuses, alongside offering you advice
have any queries or need any support this can be raised with our activities and reminders will be advertised on a regarding any volunteering, coaching, and
including childcare costs), Advanced Learner Loans and attendance team in Student Central. weekly basis. For more information come and
Bursaries, Care to Learn and free College meals. training opportunities in sport.
speak to us in Student Central.
Careers Information Work Experience
& Guidance Helping students
Helping students see the
seelink
the link between
between your courses and careers.
courses and careers. Every student will take part in work experience activities through visits
For advice on courses and/or your future Engineering apprenticeship Nurse to workplaces, guest speakers, social action projects, work readiness
options the Careers Information and Guidance activity and through a work placement. Plan for your work placement
team is available to support you. A Level Maths Mechanical engineer by asking friends and family, contact employers with your CV and
speak to our Work Placement Co-ordinator for more advice.
BTEC Health & Social Care Economist
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1. Jubilee Building includes main reception,
First-rate
training Restaurant, Aspire Hair & Beauty
salon, sports hall, gym, Higher Education
study area, Student Central, refectory,
science labs and coffee shop, which
proudly serves Starbucks coffee.
Facilities
2.
Academy Building includes Sixth Form
centre, Learning Resource Centre, Achieve,
Celebrate and Excel (ACE) centre and the
ICT and Computing department.
3.
Aspiration Building includes Construction
department.
Realistic working environments and much more!
4. Bricklaying Workshop.
5. Sport Pitches.
5 6. Sports Pavilion.
6 4
3
2
7 1
8
7.
Renaissance Building includes the Art,
Design, Photography and Media centre,
and Health and Social Care department.
8. Engineering Building includes
Engineering, Institute of Technology
and brand-new state-of-the-art
Decarbonisation Labs.
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Your insight into the workplace Our Work Placements Team is here to support you in
finding work experience which is right for you.
Work The Work Placements Team will:
+ Inform you of placement and
Placements
Apprenticeship opportunities
+S
peak to employers on your behalf
and set up interviews with them
+P
repare you for your placement and
support you while you’re there
+M
ake sure that you are in a safe and
positive environment
+R
eview your placement with you,
your employer and your tutor
Many employers treat a placement like
work, so you will need to be prepared to:
+ Research your chosen career
+C
reate a CV and prepare yourself
for interviews
+C
ontact local employers about
placement vacancies and pass
the information on to the Work
Juliet
Placements Team
+U
ndertake a work readiness
Work experience is a great way to build your skills and to try assessment and attend workshops
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out a certain role or career before you embark on it. +B
e prepared to undertake your
‘‘
I really enjoyed taking part in Arm’s Taking part in the programme has
placement outside of the days
A work placement also enables you to get project – meaning they can be fit around technology work experience day given me a taste of what it’s like to
With the help of the work experience team, you are in College
hands-on experience in the workplace, your studies. and being able to interact with such work in the field of technology and
I applied to take part in the NHS work +B
e punctual and keen to learn
helping to prepare you for your next steps knowledgeable people in the technology has further encouraged me to pursue
Contact the Work Placements team on placement where I was able to learn and new skills
once you have left college. sector. It was incredibly inspiring to hear a career in the sector once I have
01757 211000 or email workplacements@ gain insight from nurses and doctors who
heartofyorkshire.ac.uk +K
eep a log and complete a all about the history of the company and finished in education.”
Work placements can be carried are working on the frontline. This was a
relevant piece of coursework while the exciting work they are doing. They Juliet
out throughout the academic year great opportunity to learn first-hand about
on placement also gave us advice about the skills and Computer Science student at Selby College who
as an extended placement which the different roles within the NHS and the completed a work placement with Arm, a global
+C
omplete an agreed placement of a characteristics that employers look for,
runs alongside your course, block type of work that is carried out day-to-day.” semiconductor and software design company.
minimum of 36 hours which was really valuable.
placements of 1-2 weeks or during non- Aimee
term time hours or as a commissioned Level 3 Health and Social Care student
18 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 19Why study with the University Centre at
Rethinking Heart of Yorkshire Education Group?
Course Area
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Castleford Selby Wakefield
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at the
University · Our degrees are validated by some of the region’s Art, Design & Photography ✓ ✓
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“
I chose to study my degree at Selby College because it was the
best option for me. Why would I do a degree somewhere else
when I can complete one close to home?
It’s also cheaper and more accessible than university and the
smaller class sizes mean you have the opportunity to explore
things in greater detail. ”
Joseph - Higher National Diploma (HND) Art & Design
20 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 21Your route to achieving excellence
SixthForm
Sixth
at Selby College
Form
At Selby College, we are dedicated to preparing our students Sixth Form
for their future and helping them achieve their goals.
Facilities
Whether you want to go to the best Our Sixth Form centre is home to a wide We hope you enjoy finding out more Our A Level curriculum is mostly
university, find your dream career or range of A Level courses which are about our first-class A Level offer at delivered in our Sixth Form Building,
‘‘ ‘‘
progress to further levels of study, we focused on facilitating subjects to ensure Selby College. which has dedicated classrooms and
can help you. you can progress onto your chosen spaces for learners, with the Jubilee I chose Sociology as I wanted to I picked Selby College as I’d heard
If you are unsure about which A Level
university or even the workplace. Building housing specialised science learn about structures of society and great feedback from past and current
If you have a real interest in your course is right for you in helping you
laboratories, sports facilities and further sociological concepts. I’m most looking students. I always received lots of
subjects, enjoy studying, are able Art & Design, Biology, Business Studies, achieve your aspirations, contact our
social spaces. forward to the crime and deviance support from my tutors and there were
to work independently and thrive in Criminology, English, Law and Psychology friendly and supportive team who
module, understanding what motivates extra lessons and support available
examinations, then one of our A Level are just some of the programmes we will be able to help you choose which
people to commit crimes.” if needed.”
programmes could be the perfect offer, enabling you to study your favourite options are best for you.
option for you. subjects at an even greater depth. Tait Lewis
A Level Sociology student A Level Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry student
22 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 23A Level Mentoring for Progression
Success Excellence We provide excellent careers and next
steps support, including work experience
We’re placed in the top 25% of A Level Our Mentoring for Excellence programme has and other enrichment opportunities, as
providers in the country, based on our
helped many of our students achieve places at Britain’s top well as activities in College and visits
A Level Performance Systems (ALPS)
99.4% 44% universities, including Durham University, the University of further afield. We strongly believe in
Quality Indicator score. Analysis revealed This year’s A Level pass rate was an 44% of all A Level results were high preparing students for their future,
that 49% of our teaching is marked as red amazing 99.4%. grades (A* - B). Edinburgh and the University of Oxford.
which means not only making sure they
(nine subjects), which means it exceeds
know the right answers but also ask the
the top 25% of the national benchmark.
right questions.
9 Students secured places at some of Britain’s
A Level subjects achieved a 100% pass top Universities, including the University of
rate, another fantastic year. Cambridge and the University of Sheffield.
As part of the programme, we provide We want our students to be independent,
students with: to think for themselves; ensuring when
+A
dditional support to ensure you are +T
he chance to take an additional they strive for a particular degree course
‘‘
aware of the opportunities available subject to A Level and study for an or job, they have all the necessary skills
‘‘
The best thing about my time at Selby to you. EPQ to develop your academic skills. and confidence to achieve their goals.
‘‘
I had fantastic tutors who helped me get College was my tutors - they were all very
+L
inks with some of the UK’s best +O
pportunity to attend enrichment In addition to our considerable links with
the offer from Cambridge, including one I really enjoyed the structure of the supportive and helped when needed.
universities. activities, including debates, current different universities, we also offer other
who set up practice interviews for me. learning at Selby College – it was more I always received great support and
+S
ummer schools, work experience affairs, political and economic opportunities to progress, including a
They also really helped me prepare for independent than high school and I advice from my tutors, and I am incredibly
and mentoring to support your awareness and intellectual and range of Higher Education courses and
the exams.” really liked the campus.” grateful for that.”
UCAS statement. academic development. Apprenticeship routes with local and
Alexus Juliet Ruby
regional employers, here at College..
A Level Maths, Further Maths, Physics and A Level Maths, Further Maths, Computer Science A Level Psychology, Criminology and English
Geography student and Geography student Language student
24 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 25SIXTH FORM COURSES FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
SIXTH FORM COURSES FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
Art, Design
£17,480 » £37,640
Computing
Graphic Designer Network Technician £23,400 » £55,120
Games Developer £19,000 » £70,000 IT Manager £27,040 » £63,960
Starter Experienced IT Technician £21,840 » £44,200
& Photography Starter Experienced
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
A Level Art & Design (Photography & Art) AQA A Level Computer Science AQA
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English 3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English
years · Portraiture Language OR Literature and Maths. years · Fundamentals of programming Language and a Grade 6 in Maths.
· Still life AND · Fundamentals of data structures
· Product photography Grade 5 or above in an art-based subject (if · Fundamentals of algorithms
· Experimental imagery studied at GCSE). · Theory of computation
· Multimedia · Fundamentals of data representation
· Photographic and art installations · Fundamentals of computer systems
· Moving image (video, film and animation) · Fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture
· Consequences of uses of computing
· Fundamentals of communication and networking
· Fundamentals of databases
· Big data
Business &
FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
· Fundamentals of functional programming
Business Manager £19,410 » £41,800 · Systematic approach to problem solving
· Non-exam assessment - the computing practical project
Management
Business Analyst £27,510 » £59,260
Starter Experienced
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
A Level Business Pearson Edexcel
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English
years · Marketing and people Language and a Grade 5 in Maths.
· Managing business activities
‘‘
· Business decisions and strategy
· Global business
I chose this course because I enjoy Computer Science.
I particularly like the programming side of the course
I find it challenging which helps push me to do my best.”
Juliet
A Level Computer Science student
26 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 27SIXTH FORM COURSES FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
English &
Teacher £25,580 » £55,090
Writer £17,310 » £37,290
£29,870 » £64,340
Solicitor
Humanities Starter Experienced
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
A Level English Language AQA A Level History AQA
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English 3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs Grade 9-4 including English
years ·T extual variation and representation Language and Maths. years · Tudors: England, 1485–1603 Language and Maths.
· Language and gender AND · How effectively did the Tudors restore and develop the AND
·L anguage relating to occupation, region, social groups Grade 5 in English Language. powers of the monarchy? Grade 5 in English Language or Literature.
and ethnicity · The Cold War 1945-1991
· Child language acquisition · Independent historical enquiry
· Language change and world Englishes
A Level Law OCR
A Level English Literature AQA
3 Two You will learn about aspects of criminal law, for example 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English
3 Two You will also study poetry, prose and drama under 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English years assault, homicide, defences and the property crimes of Language and Maths.
years the broad topic ‘Aspects of Tragedy’. This includes a Language and Maths. theft, burglary and robbery. You will also study aspects AND
Shakespeare play, as well as a variety of reading from of civil law including negligence, vicarious liability and
PLUS Grade 5 in English Language or Literature.
different time periods and perspectives. In the second nuisance. You also study Human Rights law.
Grade 5 in English Literature.
year of the course, you will look at the impact of social and
political protest writing, working with unseen texts as well
as a range of texts from the 1800s to the 2000s.
A Level Geography Eduqas (WJEC)
3 Two Year 1 of the course consists of four main areas: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English
years · Tectonic processes and hazards Language and Maths.
· Landscape systems, processes and change PLUS
· Globalisation
‘‘
Grade 5 in Maths and Science.
· Shaping places
Year 2 of the course covers: I really enjoyed the social side of college and making new
· The water cycle and water insecurity
· The carbon cycle and energy security friends. My tutors were great at giving advice and always
· Superpowers being on hand.”
· Health and human rights
Emily
A Level Psychology, Criminology and English Language student
28 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 29SIXTH FORM COURSES FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
Film, Media &
Film/Video Editor £21,000 » £35,000
Lighting Technician £26,000 » £37,000
Starter Experienced
Television
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
A Level Media Studies Eduqas (WJEC)
3 Two Learners will work from the product outwards to debate 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English
years key critical questions related to the social, cultural, political Language and Maths.
and economic role of the media.
Through studying media products holistically in relation to
all areas of the theoretical framework, learners will engage
with the dynamic relationships between media products,
media industries and audiences.
Learners will also consider established media forms
alongside more contemporary forms, developing an
awareness of emerging and evolving media.
30 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 31SIXTH FORM COURSES FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
Maths
£27,440 » £59,1100
Statistician
Starter Experienced
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
A Level Mathematics EdExcel
3 Two A Level Maths is divided into two areas; core and applied. 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English
years Core Maths builds upon your knowledge from GCSE Language and a Grade 6 in Maths.
in topics such as algebra, coordinate geometry and
trigonometry. It also introduces many new areas such as
calculus (differentiation and integration) and series.
A Level Further Mathematics OCR
3 Two This Further Mathematics course consists of pure maths 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English
years alongside optional topics from mechanics, statistics or Language and Grade 8 in Maths.
discrete mathematics. PLUS
Must be studied alongside A Level Maths.
Certificate in Core Maths AQA
3 One Core Maths has been designed to maintain and develop This is a one year course which is taught in
year real-life maths skills. What you study is not purely conjunction with three A Level subjects.
theoretical or abstract; it can be applied on a day-to-day
basis in work, study or life and will include financial and
statistical elements.
32 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 33SIXTH FORM COURSES FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
Science
Biologist £21,130 » £45,520
Physical Scientists £28,000 » £60,320
Starter Experienced
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
A Level Biology AQA A Level Physics AQA
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English 3 Two Topics studied can include: GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English
years · Biological molecules Language and Grade 6 in Maths. years · Measurements and their errors Language and Grade 6 in Maths.
· Cells AND · Particles, quantum phenomena and electricity AND
· Organisms exchange substances with their environment Dual Science at Grade 6/6. · Mechanics, materials and waves Dual Science at Grade 6/6.
·G enetic information, variation and relationships between · Fields and their consequences and nuclear physics
Separate sciences, Grade 6 in Biology. Separate sciences, Grade 6 in Physics.
organisms · Further mechanics and thermal physics
·E nergy transfers in and between organisms Must study A Level Maths alongside.
·O rganisms respond to changes in their internal and
external environments
·G enetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems
·T he control of gene expression
A Level Chemistry AQA
3 Two The course covers the following topics: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English
years · Organic Language and Grade 6 in Maths.
· Inorganic AND
· Physical Dual Science at Grade 6/6.
· Analytical chemistry
Separate sciences, Grade 6 in Chemistry.
‘‘
I’ve been working hard for seven years to be able to study
Medicine at university. The College has been amazing at
‘‘
I chose this course because I find Physics interesting,
it’s fun and it relates to the real world. I’d eventually like
helping me get into university and provided me with lots of to work as a school teacher, but would like to study
support with my application.” Physics at university.”
Emma Ebony
A Level Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics student Level 3 Physics student
34 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 35SIXTH FORM COURSES FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
Social
Psychologist £24,190 » £52,110
£23,840 » £51,350
Social Worker
Starter Experienced
Sciences
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
‘‘ ‘‘ ‘‘
Applied Criminology WJEC
I had regular one-to-ones with my tutors I would not change my time at college! I always get lots of support from all my
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English to ensure I was on track with my studies I would like to become either a Lawyer, tutors – I can ask questions and get advice.”
years ·C
hanging awareness of crime Language and Maths. and could progress onto my next steps.” Solicitor or Barrister in the future. Elle
·C
riminological theories Max I’m hoping University will help me A Level Sociology, Maths and English Language
·C
rime scene to courtroom A Level History, Sociology and Business student choose which!” student
·W
hat safeguards are in place to ensure a fair trial? Tilly
·C
rime and punishment A Level Criminology, History and English
Language student
A Level Psychology AQA
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English
years ·A
pproaches in psychology Language and Maths.
·R
esearch methods AND SIXTH FORM COURSES FUTURE CAREERS Source: Pathways
·S
ocial influence Grade 5 in Maths and Science.
Sport
·B
iopsychology £10,040 » £17,410
Fitness Instructor
·P
sychopathology Sports Coach £11,570 » £20,060
Starter Experienced
·M
emory and attachment
A Level Sociology AQA
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English
years Language and Maths. Applied Sport & Exercise Science BTEC
·E ducation with theory and methods
· Family and households AND
3 Two You will study a variety of areas, including: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English
· Beliefs in society Grade 5 in English Language or Literature. years · Functional anatomy Language and Maths.
· Crime and deviance with theory and methods
· Applied sport and exercise psychology
Applied Psychology Pearson · Coaching for performance and fitness
You will also study one of the following units:
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English · Biomechanics in sport and exercise science
years ·P sychological approaches and applications Language and Maths. · Specialised fitness training
· Conducting research · Physical activity for individual and group-based exercise
· Health psychology
· Psychopathology
36 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 37Your chance to take it to the nexT Level
T Levels
THE NEX LEVEL QUALIFICATION
Key points: Is a T Level the right path for me? Why would I choose an unpaid T Level
· Equivalent to 3 A Levels T Levels are ideal if you have completed over a paid apprenticeship?
your GCSEs and want to get the T Levels give you the opportunity
· 80% Classroom
knowledge and experience needed to experience an industry while
· 20% Industry Placement to get a skilled job. They are two-year you continue your studies, with the
·G
ain UCAS points to progress courses designed to give you a head opportunity to specialise later.
to university start towards the future you want. While gaining practical experience, you
Will they be recognised by employers? also achieve the qualifications needed
T Levels are designed with businesses to move into a higher level of study, if you
and employers to make sure you have choose to later. Apprenticeships are paid,
the skills and knowledge they are work-based training for those who know
looking for in an employee. what occupation they want to pursue.
How long is the Industry Placement? What can I do after completing a T Level?
An Industry Placement lasts around T Levels get you work ready so that you
45 days, undertaken as a block or as are able to successfully progress onto a
individual days. The specific length of the skilled profession. You can also continue
placement and when it will take place will studying with a Higher Apprenticeship
differ depending on your T Level. or degree.
TAKE If you would like to speak to one of our
advisers to find out if a T Level course is
YOUR
right for you, please call 01924 789789 or
T Levels are high-quality technical alternatives to A Levels email courseinfo@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk.
FUTURE
that combine classroom theory, practical learning and a
work placement.
T Levels have been developed in T Levels will follow GCSEs and are
‘‘
Studying a T Level is helping me to build TO
THE ‘‘
collaboration with businesses to equip equivalent to three A Levels. Whether my confidence and experience in working
you with the knowledge and skills to you are hoping to gain the knowledge with others, as well as teaching me What I really enjoy about doing a
meet the needs of the industry. and experience to open doors into observational skills.”
NEX
T Level is that you can apply the
The two-year courses are designed to further study, skilled employment or a Layla knowledge that you learn in the
prepare students for work by including Higher Apprenticeship, Selby College’s T Level Student classroom in your industry placement.”
a mixture of classroom learning and
on-the-job experience as part of an
Industry Placement.
range of T Level courses can help to
prepare you for your next step. LEVEL Hollie
T Level Student
38 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 39T LEVEL COURSES
The NexT Level THE NEX LEVEL QUALIFICATION
Qualification
LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY LEVEL DURATION WHAT YOU’LL STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARDING BODY
T Level Building Services Engineering for Construction - City & Guilds T Level Education & Early Years NCFE
Electrotechnical Engineering (Electrical Installation)
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs Grade 9-4 including English and
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs Grades 9 – 6 including English, Maths
years
years · Wider context Maths.
·H ealth and safety and Science.
· Supporting education
· Installation methods and termination of connections
· Safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing
· Systems and products used in electrotechnical engineering
· Behaviour
·A nalysing and using information to and from
· Parents, families and carers
electrotechnical systems
· Working with others
· Removal processes as part of system decommissioning
· Child development
· Observation and assessment
T Level Building Services Engineering for Construction - City & Guilds
Electrotechnical Engineering (Plumbing and Heating Installation) · Reflective practice
· Equality and diversity
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs Grades 9 – 6 including English, Maths · Special educational needs and disability
years ·H ealth and safety and Science. · English as an additional language
· Installation methods and plumbing and heating systems
·S ystems tools and products used in plumbing and T Level Health NCFE
heating engineering
·A nalysing and using information to and from plumbing 3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs Grade 9-4 including English, Maths
and heating systems years · Working within the health and science sector and Science.
·R emoval processes as part of system decommissioning · Health, safety and environmental regulations
· Managing information and data
T Level Digital (Digital Support Services) NCFE · Principles of good scientific and clinical practice
· Core science concepts including the structure of cells,
3 Two Topics studied can include: 5 GCSEs Grade 9-5 including English and tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology and
years ·U
nderstanding the business environment Maths. immunology
·E
thical and moral issues raised by our interactions with
technology, and the cultural impact technology has on
businesses and society
·A
varied range of concepts around the digital support
services roles including data and digital analysis, digital
environments, legislation, project planning, security,
testing and digital tools
40 School Leaver Prospectus 2024/25 01757 211000 selby.ac.uk 41You can also read
