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Aberystwyth University · Marine and Freshwater Biology · Fine Art · Anglia Ruskin University · Media

Studies · Aston University, Birmingham · Psychology · Bath Spa University · Drama Studies/Psychology ·

Birmingham City University · Visual Communication (Graphic Communication) · Jewellery and Silversmithing

Fine Art · The University of Birmingham · Accounting and Finance · Blackburn College · Legal Studies ·

Blackpool and The Fylde College: An Associate College of Lancaster University · Acting · Autosport

Engineering and Technology · Communication at Work · Construction · Criminology and Criminal Justice · Eco-

Technology · Electrical/Electronic Engineering · English Language, Literature and Writing · Fashion and Costume

for Performance · Fine Art and Professional Practice · Game Design and Development · Graphic Design ·

History and Heritage Management Studies · Illustration · Information Technology · Interactive Media

Development · International Resort Tourism Management · Management · Managing Drug and Alcohol Misuse

Mechanical Engineering · Musical Theatre · Network Engineering and Systems Administration (NESA) ·

Photography · Photography and Digital Design · Professional Practice - Early Years · Professional Practice -

Health and Social Care · Project Management · Sports Coaching · Sports Development · Teaching and Learning

Support (Primary) · Technical Illustration · Trade Union Studies · Travel and Tourism Management · Working

with Young People in the Community · University of Bolton · Animation and Illustration · Graphic Design ·

Criminological and Forensic Psychology · Bournemouth University · Public Services · The University of Bradford · Pharmacy (5 years practice-integrated programme) · Physiotherapy · University of Brighton · Fine

Art Sculpture · University of the West of England, Bristol · English and English Language · Buckinghamshire New University · Performing Arts (Film, TV and Stage) · University of Wales Institute, Cardiff (UWIC) · Fine

Art · Textiles · University of Central Lancashire · Adult Nursing · Archaeology · Architectural Technology ·

Art and Design (Foundation entry) · Biomedical Sciences · Building Surveying (3/4 years) · Business Information

Technology (4-year sandwich) · Business Studies · Care, Community and Citizenship · Combined Honours

Programme · Commercial Management with Quantity Surveying · Communication Studies and Popular Culture

Computer Aided Engineering · Computing (Multimedia) · Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies · Criminology

and Sociology · Digital Graphics · Education (Top-up) · Event Management · Fashion (4-year sandwich) ·

Fashion Promotion with Styling · Film Production and Film and TV Screenwriting · Film Production and Media

Production and Technology · Fine Art · Fire Safety and Risk Management · Forensic Chemistry · Forensic

Computing · Forensic Science and Anthropology · Health and Social Change · Law · Mathematics · Mental

Health Nursing · Midwifery · Nursing Pre-Registration Adult · Personal Fitness Training · Photography ·

Photography and Fashion and Brand Promotion · Physiology and Pharmacology · Police and Criminal Investigation

Policing · Psychology · Psychology and Criminology · Public Services · Social Work · Sociology and Social Policy

Sports Coaching · Sports Development · Sports Journalism · Sports Therapy · Web and Multimedia · University of Chester · Fine Art · Coventry University · Adult Nursing · University for the Creative Arts · Fine Art ·

University of Cumbria · Adult Nursing · Child and Family Studies · Coaching and Sport Development · Early

Years Education · Education and English · Education and Religious Studies · Education and Special Educational

Needs · Nursing - Mental Health · Performing Arts · Primary Education · Social Work · Sport and Exercise

Science · De Montfort University · Information and Communication Technology · University of Derby ·

2010What ourstudents did next…

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Journalism · Architectural Technology and Practice · University of East London · International Politics · Edge Hill University · Coach Education · Computing (Systems and Software) · Criminology and Sociology · Law ·

Marketing · Nutrition and Health · Physical Education and School Sport · Psychology · Sport Development ·

Sports Therapy · Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice · Edinburgh College of Art · Illustration ·

Performance Costume · The University of Essex · Acting and Contemporary Theatre · World Performance ·

University College Falmouth · Graphic Design · University of Glamorgan, Cardiff and Pontypridd · Fashion

Design · Civil Engineering · The Glasgow School of Art · Design - Visual Communication · Fine Art - Painting/

Printmaking · Textile Design · Goldsmiths, University of London · Art Practice · Design · University of Greenwich · Business Economics · Hereford College of Arts · Contemporary Applied Arts · The University of Huddersfield · Costume with Textiles · Business and Management · Sports Journalism · Graphic Design ·

Multimedia Design · Global Business and Logistics Management · The University of Hull · Design for Digital

Media · Computer Science with Games Development · The University of Kent · Psychology with Clinical

Psychology · King’s College London (University College London) · Biochemistry (3 years or 4-year sandwich)

Lancaster University · Biology with Psychology · English Language and Literature · Social Work · University of Leeds · Mathematics (3 or 4 years) · Leeds Metropolitan University · Counselling and Therapeutic Studies

Fine Art · Games Design · Graphic Arts and Design · Music Technology · Physical Education · Project

Management Leeds College of Art · Photography · Printed Textiles and Surface Pattern Design · Leeds College of Music · Music Production · Popular Music Studies · University of Leicester · Mathematics (USA) (4

years) · The Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts · Theatre and Performance Technology · Liverpool John Moores University · Architecture · Construction Management · Drama and English · Events Management ·

iMedia (Interactive Media Design) · Interior Design · Quantity Surveying · Science and Football · Loughborough University · Textiles: Innovation and Design · Fine Art · The University of Manchester · Adult Nursing ·

History · The Manchester Metropolitan University · Adult Nursing · Business (Sandwich) · Business (Sandwich)

(Foundation) · Clothing Design and Technology · Computing · Crime Studies/Psychology · Education Studies/

Sport · Embroidery · Events Management (Foundation) · Events Management (Sandwich) · Film and Media

Studies · Fine Art · Graphic Design · History of Art and Design (Foundation) · History/Social History · History/

Teaching English as a Foreign Language · Hospitality Management with Tourism · Illustration with Animation ·

Interior Design · International Fashion Marketing (Foundation) · Marketing Management (Sandwich) · Media

Technology · Medicinal and Biological Chemistry · Three Dimensional Design · Web Development (Foundation)

Middlesex University · Fashion Design, Styling and Promotion · Myerscough College · Motorsport Management

and Logistics · University of Wales, Newport · Sports Coaching · Photography for Fashion and Advertising ·

Northumbria University · Construction Management · Nottingham Trent University · Psychology with

Criminology · University of Portsmouth · English Literature · Rose Bruford College · European Theatre Arts ·

The University of Salford · Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies · Building Surveying · Criminology · Fashion

Graphic Design · Law with Criminology · Media Performance · Media Production · Media Technology · Music

Podiatry · Popular Music and Recording · Social Work Studies · Sheffield Hallam University · Product Design

University of Southampton · Fashion and Textile Design · Staffordshire University · Law (Fast-Track) ·

University Campus Suffolk (UCS) · Psychology and Criminology · University of Sunderland · Graphic

Communication and Design · Teesside University · Computer Games Art · University of the Arts London ·

Product Design · Fashion Design Technology: Designer Pattern Cutter · University of Westminster · Fashion

Buying Management · University of Wolverhampton · Special Needs and Inclusion Studies · The University of York · Applied Social Science - Crime and Criminal Justice · Yorkshire Coast College of Further and Higher Education · Costume

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Why A Levels?Opportunities LocallyAfter completing their studies, the vast majority

of A Level learners progress to higher education,

either here at our own University Centre or to

other institutions across the UK. Encouragingly,

the graduate job market is now showing signs

of recovery, with the number of jobs available

rising by 8.9% last year*. In the North West,

which has the second highest retention rate

of graduates after London (67%**), the picture

is particularly good. The relocation of the BBC

and ITV to the region, together with Blackpool’s

ongoing programme of regeneration, will

create even more opportunities for talented and

motivated graduates.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• A friendly, lively environment where you’re treated like an adult • Amazing resources and huge amounts of support • Outstanding results and an overall pass rate of 94% in 2010 • Expert tutors who put everything into helping you realise your potential • Work alongside university students at our fantastic newly redeveloped £10m University Centre • Progress to our acclaimed university courses and graduate with a degree from Lancaster – a UK top 10 university!*

*Source: The Times Higher Education ‘Table of tables’ 2011

The Best TutorsOne tutor was a performance poet in New York

Many of our tutors are external examiners and chief examiners

One tutor has an MBE and is a member of the Institute of Biology

Our Head of School is a Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO) Selector and makes regular trips to Nepal to help local

communities organise themselves

More than half of our tutors have MAs and PHDs

One tutor is an Associate Member of the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics

Several tutors are published authors

One tutor is a licensed Holocaust Educator

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasEnrichment is about providing opportunities to see how your subject works in real life and applying that insight to your studies. It also puts you dramatically ahead of the game when it comes to making career and higher education choices.

Last year opportunities ranged from mentoring local high school learners to a pre-election Question Time event attended by local parliamentary candidates. Guest lectures by broadcaster and poet Ian MacMillan and Hollywood screen writer Ed Christiano provided a fascinating insight into their respective industries. Students also visited Auschwitz and attended lectures by Holocaust survivors.

*The figure quoted is based on a survey of more than 200 employers in the UK - reported in BBC News Online - Education & Family 25 January 2011**Source: North West Regional Development Agency, June 2010

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Why this College?I moved to England from China with my family and my Auntie recommended the College to me. There’s a lot of variety in what it does as opposed to being a purely academic institution.

What’s great about it?I liked the whole atmosphere and I made some really good friends. It’s not like school, it’s a more grown up environment and the relationship between teachers and students is more casual.

Age: 21 Course: A Levels in Maths/Further Maths, Chemistry and Biology Currently: BSc Maths at Leicester University

Course plus points? It was challenging but you get a lot of support from your teachers: the staff are very good. There’s a lot of variety in the teaching too – it’s not just boards and textbooks, you go on field trips and carry out experiments as well. Ambition To complete a Masters Degree then ultimately to do something medical related. Interesting fact She enjoys fencing at university.

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Why Aviation?Opportunities LocallyThe North West is the largest single centre

of aerospace manufacturing and production

in the UK and accounts for one third of UK

aerospace output. Currently there is a shortage

of qualified aerospace engineers so if this is

the career for you, you couldn’t find yourself

in a better location. In recent years, the airline

industry has gone through turbulent times and

so the competition for jobs is intense. However,

opportunities are still out there and when the

industry picks up again, Blackpool – with one

of the region’s three international airports – will

be ideally placed to get in on the action.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Our £400,000 facility includes a Piper single-engine aircraft • A dedicated training fuselage at Blackpool International Airport

used for practical excercises and demonstrations• Quality training from one of the UK’s top 20 colleges for Engineering* • Key industry partners such as Blackpool International Airport and BAE Systems • Training provider of choice for ground handling company Swissport *Source: Ofsted

The Best TutorsOne tutor used to be a Telecommunications technician with the RAF

One tutor builds and flys model aircraft including a 1:3 scale Spitfire

Our tutors train staff at Manchester Airport

One tutor worked on the Queen’s Royal Dutch flight bound for Schiphol Airport

One tutor worked for the company that designed the first espresso machine specifically for an aircraft

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasEnrichment is what makes our courses stand out from the competition. It’s about bringing learning to life through industry visits and guest speakers and by creating a learning environment that mirrors the sort of environment you’d find

in industry. Our aviation programmes offer all this and more. At B&FC you’ll develop subject knowledge alongside a sound understanding of the aviation industry to ensure you can hit the ground running.

Why this College?I had completed my A Levels and was at university studying Electrical Engineering when I had a change of heart. I wanted to take a more hands on approach and after looking around the College I was impressed and this course really stood out for me.

What’s great about it?All of the lecturers have worked in the industry, enabling them to pass on their experience and knowledge unlike a more traditional curriculum.

Age: 20 High School: Hodgson Course: Level 2 Aeronautical Engineering Currently: Avionics Technician in the RAF (Advanced Apprenticeship)

Course plus points? My favourite part has been working on the Piper Cherokee aircraft itself, especially the engine. I’ve also enjoyed learning about the industry and about other career routes I can take. Ambition This is it! I’ve always wanted to work on fighter jets in the RAF. Interesting fact He once hitchhiked to Poland – it took him 6 days.

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What it’s like working in Aviation

As one of the world’s largest industries, the aviation industry offers good

salaries and benefits, excellent travel opportunities and exciting career

prospects. There are basically three career routes you can choose from:

aircraft design and manufacture, ground staff and air cabin crew

operations. These three very different careers require very different

types of skill sets: aerospace engineers need to have good problem-

solving, numeracy and computing skills; ground staff will need good

teamworking skills and the ability to work quickly and accurately; air

cabin crew should be confident, friendly and able to deal well with

difficult situations.

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Why Business?

Opportunities LocallyBusiness skills are highly transferable, which

means you could work in any number of

industries – good news in the current economic

climate. Locally, there are excellent opportunities

with local employers in insurance (notably AXA

and AI Claims), banking, retail and the leisure

industry. More than 70% of our learners stay on

with us to get a university qualification, which

allows them to apply for higher level and better

paid positions once they leave. Others develop

expertise in accountancy, management, human

resources, marketing or events management

or even set up their own business, having

developed excellent entrepreneurial skills.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Progress right through to our acclaimed university courses and graduate with a degree from Lancaster – a UK top 10 university!* • Enterprise activities allow you to set up, run and profit from your own working business! • Lots of interaction between FE learners and our university students gives learning a whole new dimension • Through citizenship and social enterprise activities, learners organise highly successful events *Source: The Times Higher Education ‘Table of tables’ 2011

The Best TutorsA team of 10+ tutors with 100 years’ combined industry experience in insurance, retailing and the leisure industry

Lord Sugar regularly tweets one of our tutors

Two tutors have met Duncan Bannatyne

One tutor has featured in training videos

Four tutors have Masters degrees

Several tutors are members of the Chartered Management Institute and The Chartered Institute of Marketing

One tutor is a verifier for an external awarding body

Meet The Learner


Within the areas of Business and IT, enrichment takes the form of enterprise projects, events management, work experience in our dedicated training office, industry trips, guest speakers and entry into competitions.

Why this College?I wanted to keep learning after school but in a different environment. My Dad owns his own company so I had an interest in understanding business.

What’s great about it?I enjoyed the student environment, it’s so different from school and you have more independence. There were students of different ages in my group which helps you develop as a person. Course plus points? The majority of work is done on

Age: 20 High School: King Edward VII and Queen Mary Course: Applied Business and ICT Currently: Foundation Degree Management at our University Centre

computers from day one. It’s a more relaxing and less intense way to learn. A lot of what I was taught is relevant to the degree and I still apply it now. Ambition To run a successful company. My Dad has built his business up from nothing and I really look up to him. He’s taught me a lot of what I know and helped put what I’ve learned into action. Interesting fact He’s a fitness fanatic and regularly enters races.

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What it’s like working in Business and Administration

What managers, supervisors and clerical

workers do

Roles are varied and could include: solving problems;

making decisions; supervising colleagues, clients and

members of the public; collecting, storing and using

information, either face to face or on the phone.

Who they work for

Employers range from multinational corporations to

small companies with less than 10 employees. Choose

from national and local government, agriculture,

finance, engineering, health, leisure and tourism,

media, retail, transport and utilities.

Where they work

Most people are based in offices, at a desk with a

computer and a telephone. Many jobs involve travel

for site visits, meetings and conferences. Modern work

environments are often purpose-built and open plan.

What skills they need

Teamworking, communication, organisation and

problem-solving skills are important, and computing

and customer service skills are also required in many

jobs. Managers and supervisors also need leadership

and decision-making skills.

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Why Casino Operations and Gaming Machine Technology?

Opportunities Locally

We’re very proud that more than 90% of our

learners have gone on to successfully gain

employment in the industry. For learners who are

over 21 there is the opportunity to access exciting

opportunities on board cruise ships with our long-

term partner Carnival Cruise Lines. More locally, the

North West has a thriving gaming industry with

more than 20 casinos, two of which are located in

Blackpool with another – the Paris Casino – due to

open soon. There are also great job opportunities

within Blackpool’s 50 or so amusement arcades,

where close to 5,000 gaming machines require

regular servicing and maintenance. With casinos

now licensed to open 24 hours, even more job

opportunities are being created.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Choose one of two career paths: Casino Operations (working in a casino as either a croupier or a supervisor) or Gaming Machines (working to service and maintain these machines) • We will support you all the way and work with you to secure employment at the end of your course • You will learn in an amazingly realistic casino environment • We have a fabulous team of people who pull out all the stops to help you do well • We’re one of the first places that employers come to in order to recruit staff • Ours was the first facility of its kind in the UK to offer Gaming courses

The Best TutorsThe first set of College teaching staff for the UK gaming industry

All our tutors have worked on cruise ships around the world

One tutor writes a column for Casino International magazine

At the launch of Star City Casino in Birmingham, one tutor had the fun job of looking after the casts of Coronation Street and Eastenders

Tutors committed not just to qualifications but to getting you a career. With Carnival Cruise Lines you can go from

Bispham to the Bahamas in just 12 weeks!

Over 100 years of experience between them

One tutor sits on the national advisory panel – Business in Sport and Leisure

Our tutors have co-written industry qualifications with City and Guilds

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasHere in our fully-equipped training casino you’ll be doing everything just as you would within a real life casino. You will however get opportunities to try out your skills at a range of fun casino nights we host in aid of local charities and on work

placement within local casinos. Many of these placements turn into permanent offers of employment for our students.

Why this College?I did A Levels after school but I wanted to do some training more directed towards a career. I have a few relatives in the Gaming Industry so I signed up when I spotted the courses in the prospectus.

What’s great about it?You get to meet new people and it led to me getting a proper job at the end of the course. Now I’m back to do another one. It’s unusual but useful having a casino within College! The whole experience has been great really.

Age: 19 High School: Collegiate Course: NVQ Gambling Operations (Casino) Currently: NVQ Gambling Operations (Gaming Machines) and Croupier at G Casino

Course plus points? I love the casino side – learning to work the tables. Black Jack is my favourite. There are regular casino nights too, which gives you a chance to get your head around what you’ve learnt with real customers. Ambition I’d love to work on a cruise ship and travel all over the world. Interesting fact He owns a house in Spain and has been to the country at least 15 times.

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What it’s like working in Gaming

Casinos are places where people spend leisure time so they tend to be

lively and exciting places to work. Being a croupier or a gaming machines

attendant/engineer will suit people who are most awake in the evening,

when casinos are open. Good communication skills and a helpful attitude

are also important. Skilled casino staff are in big demand throughout the

world, which means there are lots of opportunities for work overseas and

on cruise ships - a great way to travel.

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Why Catering, Hospitality and Food Production?


As Europe’s most visited tourist resort, Blackpool

is the perfect place to build up your experience

and training. Locally, food manufacturing is

also strong, with Burtons and Fox’s Biscuits

employing around 1,000 staff. When it comes to

food, the first thing people usually think about is

cafés and restaurants but the catering industry

is huge: institutional catering (providing food

in hospitals, prisons and schools) and airline

catering both offer excellent job opportunities.

In areas like quality control and product

development senior employees can earn around

£40,000 a year. Basically, this is an industry that

will always have vacancies for reliable and well-

trained staff.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• A long tradition of providing high quality training leading to successful, rewarding careers • A choice of practical, more theory-based or on-the-job courses provides a learning path that’s right for you • Amazing employer links – learners have gained placements and permanent positions at The Imperial, Twelve, The Carousel Hotel and many fine dining restaurants • Outstanding industry-standard facilities, including 2 training restaurants, working kitchens and an in-store bakery • Learners do fantastically here – at last year’s national Alliance for

Bakery Students & Trainees (ABST) bakery competition alone we took away 14 gold, 6 silver and 4 bronze awards!

The Best TutorsOne tutor has worked in Michelin starred restaurants at home and abroad

One tutor is a consultant for the Food Standards Agency

One tutor was Chairman of the European Catering Association for 5 years

One tutor once won a blue-chip company award for generating increased sales and profits

One tutor trained teams across the UK to implement a re-brand

One tutor created the now famous Blackpool Sausage

Two tutors were recently awarded gold medals in national competitions

One tutor represented his country in Italy in a bread baking competition

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasA vibrant learning environment gives you every opportunity to become the best in your field. We’ll enter you into regional and national competitions as well as involve you in community projects, allowing you to take your skills to the

next level. Our own working restaurants and bakery give valuable insight into how the industry works while placement opportunities with Asda, Blackpool Football Club and Aintree for the Grand National will give your CV the added wow factor!

Why this College?The School Liaison team visited my school and I saw in the prospectus that the College did Catering courses. This was exactly what I was looking for so I signed up.

What’s great about it?Everything! I went on trips to Prague, France and catered at the Grand National which helps you learn to cook at speed. The tutors listen to what you have to say and we were able to get new facilities throughout the year.

Age: 21 High School: Cardinal Allen Course: NVQ 1-3, Professional Cookery Currently: Commis Chef at the Bath Priory

Course plus points? I enjoyed the practical cooking classes. We were able to work in the restaurant at night too and get experience in a real working environment. My favourite module was the Pastry unit. Ambition I’ve already achieved my dream, which was to work at Michel Roux’s restaurant Le Gavroche. I’d like to run my own Pastry section one day. Interesting fact He’s a keen golfer in his spare time.

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What it’s like working in Catering, Hospitality and Food Production

Many jobs in this industry involve dealing with the public, so staff must

be friendly, polite and, most importantly, enjoy giving good customer

service. They should have lots of energy and be able to work well in

a team. Kitchen environments can be hot, humid and noisy but most

people in this industry agree there is a buzz to it that they don’t get

anywhere else. Workers are often busiest during evenings, weekends

and public holidays, however a lot of people prefer shifts because

they free up time that most other people spend at work. There are lots

of opportunities to travel and see the world.

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The computing industry is expanding and we are here to support this growth and all the jobs it will create. The computer games industry is becoming an increasingly important sector and is very strong in the North West. Technological advancements in the Internet have also created a need for web designers, web developers and multimedia specialists. However, more traditional roles such as database administrators, network technicians and software programmers are still in big demand. We have links with many small and medium-size businesses throughout the North West as well as with larger organisations such as Microsoft. Through working closely with these employers we know the skills they are looking for and we adapt our courses to pass these skills on to you.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• We use up-to-the-minute industry-standard software – an industry-standard animation studio is the newest addition to our impressive range of facilities • Progress right through to our university courses and graduate with a degree from Lancaster – a UK top 10 university!* • Courses are tailored to the needs of employers • Learn from industry-certified lecturers • All the latest technology is embedded into our courses *Source: The Times Higher Education ‘Table of tables’ 2011

The Best TutorsAll tutors have specialist industry experience

Three tutors are CISCO certified instructors

Our tutors have co-written industry qualifications with City & Guilds

Two tutors are verifiers for external awarding bodies

Two tutors are Microsoft certified instructors

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasThrough advanced apprenticeships, work placements and student entries to an international competition with industrial judgement criteria, we offer work-related learning with a range of local, regional and national employers. Recently,

these have included NCompass, Age Concern, Heinz Foods and Microsoft. These experiences and the skill sets they bring will put you at a clear advantage when it comes to applying for jobs and/or a university place.

Why this College?The School Liaison team visited my school and talked to me about different options. The idea of doing coursework rather than exams was appealing.

What’s great about it?It’s a big campus so there’s lots of space. The teachers are friendly and help you as much as they can – you get treated like an adult too.

Age: 18 High School: Cardinal Allen Course: IT Practitioner Currently: Computer Science Degree at Lancaster University

Course plus points? I liked the practical nature of the course – you get to do lots of programming. The projects are done individually which suited my way of working. Ambition I want to work in game development. It’s a bit like acting though, really tough to break into. Interesting fact He’s made his own video games in his spare time.

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What it’s like working in computing

More than one million people work in IT in the UK and, because IT skills

are international, there are plenty of opportunities to work abroad as

well. Jobs range from being highly technical to needing good business

awareness or even creative ability. People in IT may spend a lot of time

at a computer screen, working as part of a team, in open plan offices.

Working hours vary from normal office hours to shift working. Some jobs

involve travelling to sell or install systems, or troubleshoot problems on

site. Computer specialists must have good problem-solving skills and

a wide knowledge of internet technologies. Teamwork skills and good

speaking and writing skills are often just as important as

technical knowledge.

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Why Construction?


Blackpool’s ambitious regeneration

programme has seen a whole range of exciting

construction projects get off the ground. Our

hugely successful £1.4m Blackpool Build Up

initiative was set up to train local people for

local employment. The current economic

downturn has caused the industry to slow

down but when global economies start to pick

up again it will be the Construction Industry

that leads us out of recession. Until then, why

not gain the skills that will be needed in better

times and work towards getting an industry-

recognised qualification?

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Centre of Vocational Excellence status • Outstanding facilities including two full-size detached dwellings in our main construction centre plus numerous workshops dedicated to your chosen specialism • Experienced and qualified staff who encourage you to develop the skills needed by industry • Fantastic industry links ensuring up-to-the-minute programmes

with opportunities to find employment• A key player in Blackpool’s regeneration and the respect of

regional, national and international contractors• National Training Award winner and a prized reputation within the industry

The Best TutorsMore than 500 years’ combined industry experience

One tutor came 83rd out of 33,000 competitors for the London Olympic Marathon trials

Several tutors sit on national advisory and steering groups for construction education

Many tutors have experience of running their own business

One tutor has scored a goal at Bloomfield Road

One tutor once painted George Best’s house

All tutors are from trade or professional backgrounds with a wide range of experience

One tutor competed this year’s Britain’s Best Dish (ITV)

One tutor once owned a nightclub in Latvia

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasThe really great thing about our programmes is their relevance to the world of work. Our links with industry are unrivalled so we know exactly what skills employers are looking for and aim to develop these from the minute you start on your chosen

course. You’ll have lots of opportunities to make your mark in both regional and national competitions as well as work on ‘real life’ projects to get a feel for how the industry really works.

Why this College?My uncle did the HND in Construction here and recommended the College. I’d done A Levels and ICT previously but didn’t settle. Construction is in the family – Dad’s a contractor and I used to help him on site.

What’s great about it?There are a lot of different types of people to interact with – it’s not like a small organisation where everybody knows everybody. It’s a really expansive environment.

Age: 22 Course: Level 3 Construction Currently: Architecture at Liverpool John Moores University

Course plus points? I particularly liked the design side, exploring how we live in and use buildings and adapt the space to suit ourselves. Ambition To get into a good line of Architecture. I’d like to be the lead designer on worldwide projects. Interesting fact He got hit by a bus. But it’s ok, he lived to tell the tale.

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What it’s like working in Construction

Many people in construction work around 37 hours a week, but there

is often the opportunity to do overtime. Those on major projects may

at times have to work very long hours to meet deadlines. Working

conditions vary from offices to building sites outdoors. Operatives and

craftspeople need practical hand skills for using tools and machinery.

Technicians and those working at professional level require scientific

understanding, as well as an ability in IT and Maths.

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Engineering is one of the best industries

for making it to the top and the North West

remains the biggest area in the country for

Engineering and Manufacturing. The career

opportunities are extremely good, with great

salaries and benefits. We have great links with

all the major employers, teaching apprentices

for regional and international companies such

as Springfields , EDF Energy, John Huddleston

Engineering, Kilgour Industries, Cavitech

Solutions, Addison Engineering as well as

providing training for BAE Systems, Blackpool

Transport, Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort

and many more.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• One of the few institutions locally where you can study engineering and have access to amazing industry-standard CAD, CAM, CNC, robotics, electronics, mechanical, fabrication and welding resources. • Friendly and expert tutors support you every step of the way. It’s like one big family here. • Start at entry level and stay with us right the way through to university education. The more qualified you become the more opportunities (and earning power!) you will have.

The Best TutorsA team of 25 staff all with masses of industry experience across a range of areas

Three tutors have Masters qualifications and two have Doctorates

One tutor has rebuilt a 1963 MGB Roadster and a 1972 Porsche 911

One tutor had his own sound and lighting business working with DJs from the Ministry of Sound

One tutor has written application software for Liverpool FC, Leicester FC, Morrisons and the Welsh National

Swimming Centre

One tutor used to be a Research Scientist for the Science and Engineering Research Council

Three tutors are members of the Institute of Engineering Technology

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Enrichment: added extrasAs an engineering student you won’t just be developing your subject knowledge. You’ll also be developing vital employability skills that will dramatically increase your career potential once you’re ready to start work. Throughout your

time here we organise visits from and to employers and set up real interview scenarios so you can practise applying for a job. There’s also a whole programme of fun activities, including team-building away days and sporting events to look forward to.

Why this College?It had the best reputation around for the course that I wanted to do. The College has a more practical aspect of learning and also has a wide range of students that attend.

What’s great about it?Although you are learning, you are treated more as an adult. We only had a small class so we got a lot of one-on-one time with the lecturers and they were always keen to help us.

Age: 23 High School: Hodgson Course: Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Currently: Flight Systems Engineer at BAE Systems

Course plus points? The best thing about my course was the relevance to work and the variation of the subjects. Ambition To become a Chartered Engineer and to get more young people interested and involved within Engineering and STEM subjects. Interesting fact She is Team Leader for Team UK in the 2011 Skills Olympics.

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What it’s like working in Engineering

People work in engineering at all levels, ranging from operators who

operate machinery and carry out assembly work, to professional

engineers who use their experience to manage projects. Working hours

are usually around 38 a week, with some jobs requiring shift work. You

could be based indoors, in an office or factory, or outdoors. Engineering

jobs suit people who like Maths and Science, enjoy finding solutions

to challenging problems, are practical and good communicators. The

training and development prospects are usually excellent.

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Why Fashion?Opportunities Locally

Blackpool’s status as the entertainment capital of

the north has created a market for a whole range

of fashion and costume-related practitioners

and industry specialists in order to support local,

national and international clients in the music,

performance and fashion industries. Elsewhere in

the North West, there is a wealth of opportunity

in fashion retail, costume design and production

as well as in fashion promotion. Our extensive

contacts with the industry ensure up-to-the minute

programmes that give you the skills needed to

meet these employers’ exacting demands.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Outstanding facilities including dedicated design spaces, studios and the latest generation Mac suite and software for producing digital illustrations and printmaking • A fashion house experience allows you to collaborate with actors, musicians and fine art/graphic artists on numerous ethical and aesthetically driven catwalk shows • Progression to university study here at B&FC or at other institutions throughout the UK • ‘Live’ assignments and industry-relevant productions give you a real taste of what it’s like to work in fashion and costume • Preparation for a wide variety of creative industry careers through

the development of a set of skills that will set you apart as a creative thinker and problem solver

The Best TutorsAll tutors were, or still are, professional art, fashion or costume practitioners

We have garment designers and construction specialists for national and international stage and screen productions

We have experts in digital or new media as part of the commercial and creative arts experience

All tutors are honours degree educated, some with Masters qualifications

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Enrichment: added extrasB&FC gives you the chance to work on live commissions and make a name for yourself before you’ve even graduated! Stageworks Worldwide Productions Ltd is a Blackpool-based company which sets a number of live costume briefs in dance

and performance for our learners. Another regional partner is Blackpool’s Wax Work Museum (now Madame Tussauds) which sets live briefs in costume design and styling.

Why this College?I’d wanted to do fashion since I was about 7 years old. I visited College when the exhibition was on and loved the collections. I also talked to some of the students and they all seemed to enjoy the course.

What’s great about it?Everyone is friendly; the staff are nice and the tutors are helpful too. Even if you’ve never touched a sewing machine before they will help you to learn so that shouldn’t stop you doing the course.

Age: 19 High School: Queen Mary Course: Fashion and Clothing Diploma Currently: Fashion Design and Technology at Manchester Metropolitan University

Course plus points? Everything! It’s great that you can design something then actually make it into something real that you can wear. Taking part in the end-of-year fashion show was brilliant. Ambition I’d like to be a very successful fashion designer and show my collections at fashion week. Interesting fact She once met Simon Cowell at a hotel in London.

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What it’s like working in Fashion

Working in the fashion and costume industry, there’s the option

to become a freelancer or to work as part of a team. There are also

management opportunities, from overseeing a design team to managing

staff within textile production. You may even find yourself working in film,

stage and television teams, employed by either a small or large

production company.

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In these celebrity-led times, the business of

looking and feeling great has become a way

of life. Locally, the career opportunities in this

industry are very good. The spa industry is

booming, with all the major hotels offering spa

facilities and even the smaller ones starting

to get in on the act. There are numerous

independent salons and with relatively low

rents, the possibility to set up on your own.

Sports therapy is also an area on the up, with

most gyms, health clubs and sporting/running

clubs employing their own sports therapist.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Amazing work placements that can lead to permanent positions (Ribby Hall, Dalmeny Hotel) • Huge variety of courses that reflect the latest industry trends and innovations • Twenty-five-year tradition of teaching excellence and

competition success• Largest facility in the local area with fully operational training salons open to the public • Highly trained and enthusiastic staff with lots of industry experience

The Best TutorsSeveral tutors are judges for UK Skills, including one technical expert

One tutor has contributed to a best-selling text book

One tutor is an external examiner

Two tutors have run marathons

Two tutors have very successful businesses

One tutor has worked on cruise ships and travelled the world

Some tutors have Masters qualifications

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Enrichment: added extrasA wealth of industry links ensures that learners have access to the best possible learning experience in the areas of hairdressing, beauty and related therapies. Whether it’s performing sports massage at the London Marathon or

providing the make-up for contestants of a Stars in Their Eyes hospital fundraiser you will have every opportunity to develop your skills within a realistic industry setting. Entry into competitions, external visits and guest speakers from some of the industry’s biggest names will give you a professional insight to make you highly attractive to potential employers.

Why Hairdressing, Beauty and Related Therapies?

Why this College?I decided I wanted a career in the beauty industry - my first and only choice was Blackpool and The Fylde College.

What’s great about it?I enjoyed studying here because I felt that all the staff involved treated you as an individual, and you were given 100% of their time always. Course plus points? All I can say is that I enjoyed my whole experience and came out with the best

Age: 33 Course: Levels 2 & 3 Beauty Therapy Currently: Self employed mobile beautician

qualification available due to the high standards of teaching I was given. Anything else? Don’t hold back on living your dreams, you can achieve anything you want to if you reach out and take the support that is available to each and every learner. Interesting fact She left school with no qualifications but is on the way to fulfilling her career aims.

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What it’s like working in Hairdressing, Beauty and Related Therapies

Workers in this sector use their skills to help people look well groomed

and attractive and/or to improve their sense of wellbeing and physical

condition. Most jobs are at operative or technician level, although there

are opportunities at every level, including professional and managerial.

Working hours vary but working in the evenings and at weekends

is common. People who work in this sector need a methodical and

responsible approach to work. Good teamwork, communication and

people skills are essential for many roles. For jobs in hairdressing and

beauty therapy creative flair and good hand-eye co-ordination is needed.

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Opportunities WorldwideBritish Shipping is an industry of the future –

well managed, technologically advanced and

committed to respecting the environment.

The shipping industry depends upon a core

of highly competent and professional British

seafarers who are respected worldwide for

their high standards, the quality of their

training, their ability and their judgment.

Despite the economic downturn, there are

still excellent opportunities for capable

and enthusiastic young people to train to

manage and operate modern and technically

sophisticated ships. The prospects for a

worthwhile and rewarding career in the

Merchant Navy (the name given to working

in commercial shipping) are excellent.

Why Fleetwood Nautical Campus?• One of the top Nautical establishments in the UK • High levels of achievement: our students recently earned the Marine Society Sea Cadets Award (best level 3 portfolio) along with recognition at the British Shipping Safety Awards • In the process of a £6.75million redevelopment • Excellent industry relations with companies such as Ship Safe

Training Group, Clyde Marine, Shell, BP, Carnvial Cruises, P&O, Royal Fleet Auxiliary and Mersk, with more companies joining us all the time

• Lots of overseas students make this a wonderfully diverse place to study

The Best TutorsA combined total of 300 years’ industry experience

One tutor used to work on the superyachts

All tutors keep up-to-date with industry trends through industry training and additional time spent at sea

Many tutors studied their cadetship here at B&FC

Almost all tutors are experienced seafarers; the remainder are specialists in their chosen fields

Several tutors are published authors

One female tutor trained as a cadet here and subsequently gained her master mariner status before going on to take command

Tutors are extensively involved in research and development, consulting to a vast range of industry, such as Milford Haven

Port Authority on the use of LNG carriers

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasThe enrichment opportunities for those studying maritime operations are truly amazing. With our own boating lake and close proximity to the coast, you have sailing, kayaking, canoeing and swimming all at your disposal. There’s also the

opportunity to take part in specialist development weekends to build skills in team-building, management and personal performance. Our resident enrichment specialist provides tuition in several maritime related specialisms.

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Why this College?It was a lucky twist of fate – I was due to attend another nautical college but I needed a late start date so I ended up here. It’s worked in my favour as this College has such a good reputation.

Age: 22 Course: National Certificate in Nautical Science Currently: Studying HNC and sponsored by Ship Safe Training Group

What’s great about it?There are plenty of sources in the library and staff are really knowledgeable. Ambition Becoming a manager.

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What it’s like working in Maritime operations

Working as a merchant navy officer Merchant navy officers work shifts, known as watches, to

provide cover 24 hours a day. Typically, a watch of four hours

on is followed by a watch of eight hours off. Deck officers

spend time on the bridge and out on deck. The job involves

spending periods away from home, however holiday leave

is generous to compensate for this. Typically an officer will

work 3 months on followed by 3 months’ leave. A merchant

navy officer should have management skills and leadership

qualities, enjoy using the latest technology and be good at

Maths for making navigational and engineering calculations.

Why work in shipping? • Sponsoring companies may assist in tuition fees

and accommodation, and pay you a salary while

you train

• Exciting responsibility at an early age

• Excellent rewards and travel opportunities

• Stimulating and varied work using the

latest technology

• Qualifications that are recognised throughout

the world

• Good career prospects including land-based

career opportunities for those with appropriate

experience and qualifications eg ship’s surveyor,

ship’s manager, ship broker, technical superintendent,

maritime lawyer

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With the creation of MediaCity UK in Salford

and the relocation of the BBC and ITV to

Manchester, the opportunities for regional

music and media professionals are set to soar.

Blackpool’s entertainment industry is also

expanding, which will see a growth in the

development of creative partnerships. Radio

Wave and Rock FM are becoming thriving

local radio stations and as local internet

television stations start to form, production

companies will be looking for skilled

individuals to join them.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• A 50-year tradition of teaching media and music and a graduate to HE/employment rate of more than 90% • Industry-standard software allows the creation of high quality

work that prepares students for industry and freelance work and university study

• Outstanding facilities that include industry-standard cameras, a television studio and professionally-equipped radio studio

• Access to a ProTools recording studio for the production of professional quality music products

• Collaborative projects with other creative departments give experience of working in an industry-focused environment

• ‘Live’ assignments and commissions give an insight into how the media and music industries operate

The Best TutorsWidely experienced staff who’ve worked in post-production, television production, music promotion, film festivals, creative arts and short films

One tutor has worked overseas

All tutors currently practice within their industry, with some regularly performing with or managing their own bands

Several tutors are actively engaged in research and post-graduate study

Two tutors are verifiers for the awarding body Edexcel

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasAt B&FC you can look forward to industry-relevant programmes that fully prepare you for a career in the media or music industries. You’ll be taught by current practitioners, all actively engaged in industry and with a wealth of contacts

that ensures a steady stream of live assignments and commissions. This kind of exposure often means learners have an opportunity to make their mark before they’ve even graduated!

Why this College?Music is all I ever wanted to do. I grew up with music, playing from the age of 4, and it comes naturally to me. I wanted to develop my skills in music further.

What’s great about it?I like the atmosphere in the sense that there aren’t just music students, I have different groups of friends in other departments too. The facilities were great when I was studying but they’re even better now!

Age: 21 High School: Bispham Course: Music Practice National Diploma Currently: Teaching Music Levels 2 and 3 at the College and studying a PCE

Course plus points? I’ve been pushed in areas where I haven’t before. When you play for yourself, it’s easy to get in a rut but I’ve explored new genres, learned about the music industry and sight read for musical productions. Ambition To do what I’m doing now but on a bigger scale. Interesting fact He is a Christian and Musical Director at his church.

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Blackpool and The Fylde has more than 200 garages, from small family-run firms to automotive main dealers, with regular openings for trainee and skilled technicians. Career opportunities cover the disciplines of motor vehicle maintenance and repair, motor cycle maintenance and repair, vehicle body repair and refinishing, fast fit, vehicle electrics and HGV. There are also several successful Motor Sport companies in the region. Like most industries, motor vehicle repair and sales businesses and companies have been affected by the recent economic downturn, but they are taking the opportunities offered by this quieter period to up-skill their workforce ready for when the good times come again. This is a great time to be developing your skills too.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• An Ofsted Grade 1 ‘Outstanding’ facility and one of the top 3

Motor Vehicle training centres in the UK*• Finalists in the coveted IMI Awards ‘Centre of The Year

Awards 2010’• A wide range of high quality and flexible training programmes,

carefully tailored to meet all our learners’ needs• Workshops and resources as good as any you’ll find in industry

and tutors with a wealth of industrial experience that they’re eager to pass on

• A choice of university programmes to progress to that would give you a degree from a prized UK top 10 university – Lancaster**

*Source: The Centre of the Year IMI Awards **Source: The Times Higher Education ‘Table of tables’ 2011

The Best TutorsA dedicated team of staff with more than 400 years’ combined industry experience

Over 90% of tutors rose through the ranks of the industry’s biggest players such as BMW, Volkswagen and Ford

One tutor worked alongside Richard Hammond as a TV presenter on Sky’s Men and Motors

One tutor is an external examiner

Four tutors have built their own vehicles and bikes

Several tutors have experience of running their own business

Several tutors sit on national automotive forums and all belong to The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)

Several tutors are involved in projects with national Race Teams to develop engines for race cars

Meet The Learner


Our fully operational MOT test centre along with our status as official training provider to Ford ensures you have lots of opportunities to develop your technical ability as well as skills like time-keeping and problem-solving, valued by employers.

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Why this College?I had two ambitions when I was at school – RAF fighter pilot, or race mechanic. I was more interested in cars so I set about getting some skills. I probably got my interest in engineering from my grandad, who was a mechanic in the British Army.

What’s great about it?You learn pretty quickly how to be organised and disciplined and to take responsibility for your own actions. It certainly prepares you for what is an extremely tough and competitive industry.

Age: 24 High School: Hodgson Course: Motor Vehicle Level 3 Currently: Mechanic at M-Sport (Ford World Rally Car Series)

Course plus points? You’re trusted to work on the cars and not watched over all the time – the tutors have faith in you. Ambition To work on Engineering cars, making decisions about how to improve their performance. Interesting fact Since working in the North Lakes, he’s become a keen mountain biker and fell runner.

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What it’s like working in Motor Vehicle

Most technicians work 40 hours a week and there can be plenty of

opportunity for paid overtime. Garages or workshops are generally

indoors, although some jobs, such as vehicle rescue, may mean working

outside and in all conditions. There are options for jobs with all kinds

of working patterns. Motor vehicle technicians need to be able to work

quickly and in an organised way. They also need good communication

skills, a good level of fitness and must have full colour vision and have

(or be willing to get) a driving licence. Technicians may need to move

to different employers to gain experience and skills, and to increase

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Why Performing Arts?


With the creative industries at the heart

of Blackpool’s ambitious programme of

regeneration, learners can look forward

to a growing number of career openings

throughout the region. Already, learners enjoy

a wide choice of venues at which to showcase

their talents, including The Grand Theatre and

The Opera House, which recently hosted The

Royal Variety Performance.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Outstanding facilities, including a newly redeveloped

Theatre complex• A 50-year tradition of teaching performing arts• Progress to the UK’s leading drama schools and universities - our

own degree courses are awarded by Lancaster, one of the UK’s top 10 universities*

• Follow in the footsteps of graduates who have gone on to earn acclaim in London’s West End, and at theatres in the UK and abroad

• ‘Live’ assignments and productions give you a real taste of what it’s like to work in the performing arts industries *Source: The Times Higher Education ‘Table of tables’ 2011

The Best TutorsA team of expert tutors – many of whom have been, or still are, professional performers

Tutors have acted extensively in the UK and directed and performed in the US

One tutor has worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company, The Royal Scottish Opera and has directed shows for the Edinburgh Fringe

One tutor toured with Diversity dance crew and was an actor in Hollyoaks

Tutors have trained at top institutions such as Mountview, Rose Bruford, Birmingham School of Acting, Royal Northern

Ballet, Italia Conti and the Royal Scottish Academy

Many tutors are actively involved in academic research

One tutor has toured extensively as a dancer in the UK and abroad and choreographed large scale

professional productions

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Enrichment: added extrasWith our own stunning Theatre complex staging year-round performances to the general public, B&FC offers unrivalled opportunities to develop your skills and talent within a real life setting. There’s also the opportunity to get involved

in productions at other venues around the country. Our renowned College Choir recently made their TV debut live on the BBC’s Children in Need programme and performed before Arlene Phillips at the national Vocational Qualifications (VQ) Day event in London.

Why this College?I’ve always danced – performing is all I’ve ever wanted to do. As soon as I saw the College, I was 100% sure I wanted to come here.

What’s great about it?It’s so good – it’s like being taught at degree level even at Level 3. You’re treated like an adult and feel like part of the team, plus the tutors really value your opinion. The facilities like the Theatre and dance studios are ideal too.

Age: 18 High School: Bispham Course: Performing Arts Diploma Currently: BA (Hons) Musical Theatre at our University Centre

Course plus points? It’s about 80% practical which is great as I love performing. I’d say working towards a show is the best thing, it’s long hours but I enjoy it. You get people coming in from industry to teach you too which is amazing. Ambition To get my degree then find professional work as a performer. My ultimate dream would be to take part in a West End show.

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What it’s like working in the Performing Arts

As well as acting and dancing, the performing arts industry offers

fascinating careers in areas such as direction, production, stage

management, choreography, costume and set design. To succeed,

you will need more than just talent. Fitness, creativity, energy and

determination are also required. The skills you learn as a Performing Arts

student are also valuable for other careers that rely on interpersonal skills,

confidence, communication and analytical skills.

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Why Photography/Graphic Design?Opportunities Locally

Our students go on to become successful freelance photographers or designers, advertisers, web or graphic designers, wedding photographers, portrait photographers, or join editorial teams for publications and newspapers. They also progress onto prestigious university courses – here in Blackpool as well as at other institutions across the country. The North West is currently experiencing a major growth in the creative industries. That means exciting opportunities for students while they study but more importantly once they graduate to begin their careers.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• A 50-year tradition of teaching photography and graphic design

and a graduate to university/employment rate of more than 90%• Professional, industry-standard facilities, including state-of-the-

art Mac suites; traditional darkroom; large photographic studio; a range of 35mm medium format and large format cameras; Nikon SLRs; colour/transparency film laboratories

• ‘Live’ assignments and commissions give you a real taste of what it’s like to work in the creative industries

• A focus on support and encouragement to produce forward-thinking, creative and independent learners

• Links with professional bodies such as Hasselblad, Lee Filters, Hahnemuhle and RPS

• The chance to have your work published in magazines such as Bizarre and Kerrang

The Best TutorsAll tutors are practising professionals, some with over 25 years’ industry experience

Membership of professional bodies, such as the Royal Photographic Society (RPS)

Work frequently published and/or exhibited

Two tutors are verifiers for the awarding body Edexcel

Specialists in design, wildlife photography, experimental photography, wedding and portraiture

One tutor has run a successful business for more than 20 years

Expert technicians with experience and up-to-the-minute knowledge of the advertising/graphics/

photographic industries

One tutor has had their work exhibited at Sotheby’s in London

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Enrichment: added extrasB&FC gives you the chance to work on live commissions and make a name for yourself before you’ve even graduated! Take Graphic Design student Chris Hewitt. Following his creation of a stunning illuminated Chinese dragon for our end-of-year

exhibition, Chris was invited by the Principal Director of Blackpool Illuminations, Shoichi Yasunda, to work with the team to turn his designs into actual display lighting for the 2011 season.

Why this College?I started a course at a different place but it was wrong for me. I came to the open day here with my portfolio, met the tutor and found the course was absolutely perfect and everything I wanted to do.

What’s great about it?It’s quite informal but you’re still able to learn and get things done. I’ve been able to produce work I never thought I’d be capable of.

Age: 18 High School: Bispham Course: Graphic Design Diploma Currently: Has offers to study Graphic Design at our University Centre and to do a Tattoo Apprenticeship

Course plus points? There’s only one module I haven’t loved! The advertising work is good – we did a cool project on ambient advertising. Ambition To be a Tattoo artist, ideally in America or Canada, and a freelance Graphic Designer. Interesting fact She is obsessed with spiders and has a pet tarantula plus several spider tattoos.

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career in science. Did you know it was here

that major breakthroughs such as the first

test tube baby and the splitting of the atom

came from? Today, with one of the largest

concentrations of universities in Europe,

over 50 research institutes and 3 of the top

10 UK companies carrying out Research and

Development activities here, it’s one of the

strongest research bases in Europe.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Friendly and experienced tutors and support technicians• Good Schools Guide Award for best results achieved by

girls nationally • Four well-equipped teaching laboratories• Expert tutors – Head of Marine Biology Jean Wilson has an MBE

for services to Biology• Institute of Biology’s North West Bio Student of the Year Award

The Best TutorsA combined total of 200 years’ teaching and industry experience

Many tutors are members of the Society of Biology

One tutor is a qualified herbalist

Tutors have experience of working overseas in locations ranging from the USA and India to France, Spain and Sweden

Several tutors are exam moderators

Three tutors are fully trained scuba divers

One tutor carries out book reviews for the Society of Biology and the Journal of Biological Education

Tutors have undertaken more than 10 training courses in the last year alone to keep up-to-date with industry developments

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Enrichment: added extrasEnrichment is about providing opportunities to see how your subject works in real life and applying that insight to your studies. It also puts you dramatically ahead of the game when it comes to making career and higher education choices. Within the area of

science, an exciting programme of enrichment consists of trips into industry, guest speakers and industry-based project work on Fleetwood and Blackpool beaches.

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Why this College?I loved science so the fact that I could study pure science and not take on other subjects was ideal. The course was brand new and one of the tutors told me about it. I’m so glad – it was the best time of my life.

What’s great about it?Everything! I can’t say a bad word about it. The facilities were perfect, I made brilliant friends and was able to get all distinctions. It’s lively and buzzing – a great place to be.

Age: 21 High School: Montgomery Course: BTEC Applied Science (Medical) Currently: BSc (Hons) Biochemistry at Kings College London

Course plus points? The teachers are fantastic. The lessons were made fun and we went on a trip to the Medical Museum in Leeds, which was good! Ambition I’ve always wanted to be a Doctor or Psychiatrist, even when I was 3 I went to Eureka! and stood behind the Doctor board to have my photo taken. Interesting fact She has a keen interest in World War II.

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What it’s like working in Science

What scientists do

Scientists use observation, experimentation and

research to make discoveries, add to our knowledge

and solve problems in almost every area of our lives.

Scientists are in big demand and this has a lot to do

with concerns about the environment.

Who they work for

They are employed in a wide range of jobs, including

research and development, scientific analysis,

education, the media and administration. Employers

include research organisations, manufacturing

and engineering companies, universities, schools,

hospitals and government departments.

Where they work

Scientists could work in laboratories, in an office or

at a specialist location doing fieldwork. Careers are

mainly at technician and professional levels, and

most people specialise.

What skills they need

Scientists need to have a structured and accurate

approach to their work. Good communication skills

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Why Society, Health and Childhood?Opportunities

Locally

Blackpool’s popularity as a place to retire to means it has a higher than average elderly population. As such, there are lots of care homes providing opportunities for skilled and capable workers. The town’s high proportion of disadvantaged families and children has also led to a demand for people trained in social and youth and community work. Excellent links with primary and special needs schools, around 150 care homes, Sure Start Children’s Centres and Blackpool Victoria Hospital as well as our involvement in countless community projects have created fascinating work placements for learners, and in many cases permanent jobs.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• A choice of practical or more theory-based courses provides

a learning path that’s right for you • Amazing work placements with 1 or 2 days a week spent gaining

hands-on experience• Fantastic community links allow you to get involved in real

industry projects• Progress right through to our university courses and graduate

with a degree from Lancaster – a UK top 10 university!*• One of the few places where you can do the highly practical OCR

Health and Social Care National Diploma• Realistic training environments including a healthcare ‘ward’

and an early years nursery room


The Best TutorsA combined total of 300+ years’ industry experience in roles ranging from nursery managers and primary school teachers to nurses, residential social workers and community support team leaders (elderly care)

Six tutors have Masters degrees

One tutor writes and produces plays for local primary school children

One tutor was once Radio Wave Tutor of the Year

Two tutors are external verifiers and almost all are internal verifiers

One tutor is Chair of the Early Years Partnership, Trustee of Homestart Blackpool and Chair of Scope

One tutor was part of the team that won a Guinness World Record for driving the most number of minis down

the promenade

Meet The Learner

Why this College?I did my school work experience day at Arnold School’s nursery and enjoyed it so I knew I waned to study Childcare. The College offered suitable courses with practical and academic elements.

What’s great about it?There’s a big social side to being at College and you get a good education. Course plus points? I liked the way the course was laid out. Everything is organised into clear sections so you knew where you were.

Age: 20 High School: Highfield Course: Level 3 Childcare Currently: Pre-School Teaching Assistant at Happy Days Nursery

It all fits together when you apply what you learn at work. Anything else? Everyone is helpful, the tutors talk to you and help you work out your next step. Ambition To be a Primary School Teacher. Interesting fact She’s also a Salsa dancer and can Cha-cha and Merengue with the best of them.

Enrichment: added extrasEnrichment is about providing opportunities to see how your subject works in real life and applying that insight to your studies. It also puts you dramatically ahead of the game when it comes to making career and higher education choices. At

B&FC we offer fantastic work placements, residential trips and volunteer opportunities as well as the chance to work on live industry projects and attend industry taster days, for example with the NHS.

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What it’s like working in Society, Health and Childhood

Workers in healthcare could be based in hospitals and clinics, day care

centres and residential homes, GP surgeries, laboratories, pharmacies,

opticians and dental practices. There is a wide range of occupations and

the hours and patterns of work vary accordingly. Healthcare workers

need strong communication skills and a caring nature. They must be able

to work well on their own and also as part of a team. Nursery workers

are employed in day nurseries and children’s centres. They usually work

around 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday. A nursery worker should

be patient, warm and caring, and have a sense of humour. They need

excellent communication and organisational skills and lots of energy.

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Locally

Despite the recession, the sports and leisure

industry is a growth industry and in the North

West the career opportunities are particularly

good. Three local authorities mean there are

plenty of openings within leisure services.

There is also voluntary coaching and the

increasingly popular area of health and

wellness, which has seen the creation of health

‘villages’ like the £20m project at Moor Park.

In public services, a rising number of learners

are being drawn towards a career in the police

force. As a result, we have adapted our courses

to deliver the skills needed in this area.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• Put theory into practice with our exciting emergency services

taster days• A regional centre for badminton – growing local talent through

the Community Development Centre Scheme• Guest speakers, including ex-students, share real life experiences

about your chosen career• Expert staff with bags of enthusiasm and lots of

industry experience• Progress right through to our acclaimed university courses and

graduate with a degree from Lancaster – a UK top 10 university!*


The Best TutorsA wealth of industry experience as police officers, police community support officers, army personnel and in youth offending work

One tutor played Women’s Rugby Union for Lancashire

One tutor is currently a coach at Manchester United

Several tutors used to study at B&FC before beginning their professional careers

One tutor used to be a professional goalkeeper at Bolton Wanderers; he now coaches at Blackpool FC

All tutors are degree educated, one to Masters level

Our tutors run the Fleetwood Town Football Academy

One tutor co-runs an outdoor pursuits business

Meet The Learner


At B&FC there are opportunities to get involved in sports leagues and academies as well as go on educational trips and enter competitions. You could even work towards a national governing body award, highly valued by employers.

Why this College?It’s close to where I live so I came to an open day, not really knowing what I wanted to do. Everyone was really happy and helpful. I’m glad I chose Sport, I loved it. It was the best 2 years of my life. What’s great about it?Everything is easily available. You can walk into the office anytime and the tutors will help you – I even rang my tutor at 5.30pm one day and she was still happy to help me!

Age: 18 High School: Fleetwood Course: Diploma Sport and Exercise Currently: Foundation Degree Policing at UCLAN

Course plus points? There’s a lot of practical sessions and its not just traditional sports, we even played ultimate frisby! I also enjoyed learning about working with children and nutrition. Ambition I want to be a Police Officer so I can help people. Interesting fact She has a pink pet snake.

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What it’s like working in Sports and Public Services

Sports workers may work at any time of the day, including early mornings

and evenings. Weekend work is common. Working environments could

be inside or outside, depending on the sport. Sports workers should

be good at motivating people and have good communication skills.

Public Services workers must have common sense, confidence and

communication skills. Office-based roles exist, but most work involves

a lot of challenging, physical outdoor work. Shift work and long hours

are common. Recruits to the Armed Forces may be needed to work

anywhere in the world.

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As Europe’s most visited tourist resort,

Blackpool offers plenty of career

opportunities in the areas of tourism and

leisure. This is still the case in spite of the

economic downturn, which has resulted

in more people holidaying closer to home.

With the recent opening of Nickelodeon

Land at Pleasure Beach Resort and the

promise of a whole suite of new attractions

by entertainment giant Merlin, Blackpool’s

popularity will rise even further. Hotels and

leisure venues therefore will be looking for

skilled and qualified individuals to deliver

the high standards that will be expected.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• A choice of practical or more theory-based courses provides a

learning path that’s right for you • Realistic training environments including our own travel agency• Amazing employer links lead to exciting work placements and

sometimes permanent positions• All courses reflect the latest industry thinking through our

involvement in the Employer Liaison Board• Fantastic enrichment visits to places like Disneyland Paris and

to locations in Budapest and the Algarve

The Best TutorsThirty years’ combined industry experience in travel and tourism, sports and leisure, hospitality management, licensed food and beverage, and cruise operations

A widely travelled team with a vast knowledge of different cultures and languages

One tutor was once on Who Dares Wins National Lottery show and won!

All tutors are highly qualified, one to postgraduate level

Industry roles include resort rep manager, senior cabin crew for major airlines, travel agency manager and holiday

resort manager

Two tutors are external verifiers for the awarding body Edexcel

Specialists in customer service, sales, marketing and entertainment

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasAn exciting programme of enrichment ensures you gain valuable insight into your chosen industry, placing you at an advantage when it comes to applying for jobs or university places. Look forward to travelling to destinations such as Alton

Towers, the Lake District, Manchester Airport and Clothes Show Birmingham plus visiting a range of travel agents, hotels and other visitor attractions in the local area. Some courses may feature overseas visits to European cities such as London and Paris as well as to summer sun resorts.

Why this College?I’ve always been interested in travel and airports and enjoyed studying for a BTEC in Travel and Tourism at school. An advanced diploma was a natural progression – I came and met the tutors at an open day, talked through my options and signed up.

What’s great about it?The Loop is a safe and relaxing space and you can just go to use the computers. You feel safe walking around College too. I also like the refectory – there are lots of different options!

Age: 18 High School: Hodgson Course: Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism Currently: Foundation Degree Travel and Tourism Management

Course plus points? It was really exciting going on the trips. I went to London, Ireland and visited World Travel Market, a huge convention. I enjoyed the events management aspect too – I organised a charity event for Children in Need and we raised over £300. Ambition I’d love to be the big boss at an airport. Interesting fact He has a passion for modern cars.

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What it’s like working in Travel and Tourism

Working conditions vary in this industry in terms of location, type of job

and type of business within the sector. Roles can be in airports, offices,

shops, hotels, theme parks, holiday resorts, sports halls or cinemas as

well as based outdoors. Some roles demand large amounts of physical

training and activity. You’ll be working while everyone around you is

enjoying themselves but that can be rewarding and make your job

a lot of fun. Some roles, particularly in tourism, are also seasonal but

generally employment prospects are good. An ability to communicate

well with people and a helpful attitude are important. Organisational and

teamwork skills are often required, and sometimes good business skills.

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The importance of art and culture within

Blackpool’s ambitious programme of

regeneration means that there are a growing

number of career opportunities and

numerous small to medium size employers

that are thriving in this creative atmosphere.

In addition, municipal and private ventures

such as Blackpool’s Arts Engagement

Programme, the Grundy Art Gallery’s

Exhibition Programme and Blott Studios

Blackpool all exist to support and help launch

the careers of aspiring artists.

The B&FC experience - why study here?• A 50-year tradition of progressing learners to the UK’s most

prestigious institutions for the visual arts, including Wimbledon, Goldsmiths and Edinburgh Universities

• The chance to progress to our own acclaimed degree courses, awarded by a UK top ten university* - Lancaster

• An art school experience that will change the way you see the world and its creative potential

• Outstanding facilities, including dedicated studios for 3D, drawing and printmaking as well as textile, fashion and illustration plus the latest generation Mac suite and software *Source: The Times Higher Education ‘Table of tables’ 2011

The Best TutorsMany tutors are professional art practitioners and exhibit their work all over Europe

One tutor had work exhibited at last year’s Royal Academy Summer Show

All tutors are degree educated, some to Masters level

One tutor is currently exhibiting at London Heathrow’s new Terminal 3 as part of a private collection for Virgin Airways

Meet The Learner

Enrichment: added extrasB&FC gives you the chance to work on live briefs and make a name for yourself before you’ve even graduated! Recently, learners produced work for Transpennine Express, Lancashire Constabulary and Wyre Borough Council with two prominent

commissions coming from Blackpool Council in relation to the Great Promenade Show and the 2011 North of England Education Conference.

Why this College?I originally did hairdressing but couldn’t do Level 3 as I didn’t have English at GCSE. I really like art anyway so I did the First Diploma then the National Diploma. I also retook English and, thanks to the support, got a C.

What’s great about it?It’s really friendly. Everyone helps everyone else and you can achieve so much here. The qualifications are designed so you can figure out what you want to do and go anywhere with them.

Age: 21 High School: St Mary’s Course: National Diploma Art and Design Currently: Studying Fashion at Edinburgh College of Art

Course plus points? I love textiles and was able to specialise during year 2. I’ve learnt stitch techniques, how to embroider fabric and completed a project around Japanese fashion. You also learn general things like graphics, 3D, fine art and life drawing. Ambition To work for a top fashion designer or company like Thierry Mugler or Alexander McQueen. Interesting fact She used to figure skate in ice shows.

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What it’s like working in the Visual Arts

Endless opportunities exist within the Visual Arts to provide a rewarding

and fulfilling career. They include fine art painter, sculptor, printmaker,

illustrator, and designer for fashion or graphics. There’s the option to set

up as a freelance artist or be part of a group or department. There are also

teams of artists and creators that undertake projects for large companies

such as advertising agencies and local authorities, and corporate and

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ALEVELCOURSES

BIOLOGY What’s covered: Topics reflect areas of global importance (Health, Sport, Medicine, Conservation and The food industry), taking into account Genes, Health, The cycle of life, The environment, Species survival and How we use plants.

BUSINESS STUDIES What’s covered: How a business works, focusing on marketing, accounting and finance, and people and operations management; How a firm makes strategic decisions and which business leaders have the x-factor; How real businesses operate.

CHEMISTRY What’s covered: The principles of chemistry as well as its real-life applications. Atomic structure; Bonding; Energetics; Periodicity; Reaction rates; Equilibria; Redox reactions; Extraction of metals; Organic chemistry.

COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE What’s covered: Cultural codes and conventions, Gender and queer theories, Semiotics, Power, Ideologies and representations; How to apply these theories and many more topics like The development of self image, Graffiti and signage, Body modification and Popular music.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE What’s covered: Literature - poetry, prose and drama; Language - spoken English and the analysis of written texts, such as newspaper articles and advertisements.

FILM STUDIES What’s covered: Codes and conventions of film texts; How film-makers communicate with their audiences; How to write a screenplay; Film journalism and how to produce your own; Research project; The business of film-making; A socio-political study of UK cinema; A comparative study of two US films; World cinema; Film censorship.

GENERAL STUDIES What’s covered: Education, Current affairs, Scientific developments and Culture. Also controversial debates, such as the use of live animals in scientific research.

GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS What’s covered: The central processes and institutions of British Government and Politics along with key UK political issues. Also Democracy; Elections; Political parties; Parliament; The Prime Minister; Constitutional Reform.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE What’s covered: Effective caring – Introducing the various health and social care services, principles for good living and best practice among carers; Effective communication – Introducing and developing communication skills within health and social care settings; Health and disease - Understanding health, illness and disease, and the factors that affect health and wellbeing.

HISTORY What’s covered: The examination of key individuals and issues at different periods. Topics include German History from 1900-1945; Italy and Spain in the 20th Century; Britain after 1945; A Comparative Study of Imperial and Soviet Russia.

LAW What’s covered: Key features of the English Legal System and aspects of Criminal and Tort Law. Unit 1 (Law Making and The Legal System) – Statutory interpretation; Judicial precedent; The role of lay personnel in the English Legal System. Unit 2 (The Concept of Liability) – The underlying principles of liability in Criminal Law and Tort Law.

MATHEMATICS/FURTHER MATHEMATICS What’s covered: Core mathematics (covering Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Calculus); Decision and discrete mathematics (where you’ll explore networks and critical path analysis); either Statistics or Mechanics. Top students may be eligible to take Further Mathematics.

MEDIA STUDIES What’s covered: Codes and conventions of specific media texts; The role of marketing as a device of persuasion; How audiences respond differently to media texts; The economic implications in terms of distribution and exhibition; Representing different cultural groups; Producing media texts using industry-standard programmes such as Photoshop; In-depth study of select media industries.

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PSYCHOLOGY What’s covered: AS - Five approaches to Psychology: Social, Cognitive, Psychodynamic, Biological and Learning. Short practical experiments and tests will increase your scientific understanding. A2 - The study of Criminal psychology, Clinical psychology, Child psychology and ultimately, The development of a holistic understanding of psychology.

SOCIOLOGY What’s covered: How sociologists have developed their knowledge and understanding of people’s behaviour in society and how individuals are shaped by such factors as class, race and gender. AS – Family; Education; Sociological methods. A2 - Crime and deviance; Religion.

USE OF MATHS What’s covered: Using and applying decision Maths; Working with algebraic and graphical techniques; Applying mathematics.

FORENSIC SCIENCE, EXTENDED NATIONAL DIPLOMA What’s covered: See our Science courses on page 82.

MEDICAL SCIENCE, EXTENDED NATIONAL DIPLOMA What’s covered: See our Science courses on page 82.

AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Core units – Mathematics, Electrical and mechanical science, Using and interpreting engineering information, Working practices; Specialist units for Aeronautical Engineering - Drawing and marking out, Electronic circuit construction, Using computer-aided design (CAD), Fabrication techniques, Secondary machining processes.

AERONAUTICAL EXTENDED DIPLOMA What’s covered: Core units - Aircraft mechanical science, Design and build project, Mathematics for engineering technicians, Theory of flight; Specialist units - Aircraft physical science, Engineering drawing, Communications, Health and safety, Business operation, Computer-aided design, Aircraft workshop principles and practices, Airframe components and structure repair, Aircraft maintenance practices, Aircraft electrical devices and circuits, Further mathematics, Human factors, Aviation legislation.

AVIATION OPERATIONS, SUBSIDIARY AND EXTENDED DIPLOMAS What’s covered: Cabin Crew plus Subsidiary Diploma - Aviation communication; Airport check-in services; Aircraft dispatch process; Aircraft marshalling; Aircraft security plus Extended Diploma - The aviation industry; Aircraft operations; Handling air passengers; Airport ramp handling; Aircraft and airfield performance; Airport emergency operations; Airport operations; Conflict management for aviation.

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BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 1 What’s covered: Investigating rights and responsibilities at work; Preparing for work placement; Learning from work placement; Professional behaviour in an office environment; Working in business and administration; Communicating electronically; Making and receiving calls and handling mail; Creating business documents; Recording business transactions; Ideas for small businesses; Job opportunities in business administration.

BUSINESS, DIPLOMA AND EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Level 2 Diploma - Exploring business purposes; Business organisations; People in organisations; Financial forecasting for business; Training and employment in business; Managing business online; Business enterprise; Business communication through documentation; Verbal and non-verbal communication in business. Level 3 Extended Diploma - Exploring business activities; Investigating business resources; Introduction to marketing; People, communication and information; Human resources; Management; Marketing; ICT; Administration; Finance.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Improve your own performance in a business environment; Work in a business environment; Communicate in a business environment; Deal with customers face to face; Deliver reliable customer service; Resolve customer service problems; Support customer service improvements; Go the extra mile in customer service; Recognise and deal with customer queries, requests and problems; Evaluate and improve your own performance in the business environment.

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ACCOUNTANCY, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Banking procedures; Maintaining petty cash records; Using computer accounting software; Accounting principles; Cash management; Preparing accounts; Principles of VAT and returns; Professional ethics in accounting and finance; Providing cost and revenue information.

PAYROLL, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Maintaining employee records; Ascertaining gross pay; Determining net pay; Working with computers.

CUSTOMER SERVICE, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Level 2 - Preparing yourself to deliver good customer service; Giving customers a positive impression of yourself and the organisation; Dealing with customers face to face; Delivering reliable customer service; Developing customer relationships; Dealing with customers on the telephone and how to go that extra mile. Level 3 - Choose from the following: Dealing with customers in writing or electronically; Organising the promotion of additional services or products to customers; Improving the customer relationship; Processing Customer Service complaints; Leading a team to improve customer service plus option units from each of the following: How to make a positive impression; Effectively handling problems.

RETAIL, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Level 2 - Customer service; Selling and product knowledge; Merchandise handling, storage and display; Personal and organisational effectiveness in the retail sector plus choose from: Helping customers; Receiving goods and storage; Health and safety in a work environment. Level 3 - Being a team leader;

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GAMBLING OPERATIONS (CASINO), NVQ DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Customer service; How to deal roulette, blackjack and poker; Responsible gaming; Health and safety.

GAMBLING OPERATIONS (GAMING MACHINES), NVQ DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: General machine service and maintenance; Health and safety; Responsible gaming; Customer service.

PROVIDING SECURITY SERVICES, CERTIFICATE - LEVEL 2 (EDEXCEL) What’s covered: Reduce the risk to health and safety at work; Communicate effectively with others; Portray a positive image; Control security incidents; Maintain the security of property and premises through observation; Monitor areas using CCTV systems; Maintain CCTV recording media libraries and preserve potential evidence; Maintain the operational performance of CCTV systems.

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CATERING,HOSPITALITYANDFOOD PRODUCTIONCOURSES

CATERING AND HOSPITALITY, CERTIFICATE What’s covered: Food preparation; Cooking; Food and drink service; Hospitality industry; Food hygiene; Customer care; IT, English and Maths.

CULINARY ARTS PROFESSIONAL COOKERY, VRQ/NVQ FOUNDATION, CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA - LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Meat and poultry; Fish; Vegetables; Pastry; Cold and hot desserts; Soups and sauces.

CRAFT BAKERY/PATISSERIE AND CONFECTIONERY, VRQ FOUNDATION, CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA - LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Bread-making; Fermented dough; Cakes and sponges; Pastries; Finishing and display; Basic health and safety; Food hygiene; Cake decoration and patisserie (optional).

PROFESSIONAL COOKERY, APPRENTICESHIP What’s covered: Fish; Meat; Poultry; Game; Offal; Vegetables; Soups; Sauces; Rice; Pasta; Pastry; Desserts; Employment Responsibility and rights; Hygiene; Health and safety.

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FRONT OFFICE, NVQ INTERMEDIATE - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Reception theory; IT; Food service practical skills; Customer service; Telephone skills; Personal grooming and presentation skills; Foreign language study; Practical work experience locally; Optional qualifications in food hygiene and wine appreciation.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE (RESTAURANT/BAR), NVQ/VRQ - LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Levels 1 and 2 - Silver service skills; Customer service; Food knowledge; Drinks knowledge; Barista skills (making speciality coffees); Wine appreciation (options). Level 3 - Principles of food and beverage service; Promoting food and beverage service; Customer service; Legislation; Food and beverage matching; Cooking and carving at the table; Beverage knowledge; Barista skills.

FOOD AND DRINKS SERVICE, APPRENTICESHIP What’s covered: Teamwork; Health and safety; Hygiene; Customer service; Buffet; carvery; Table service; Bar; Drinks service; Cellar work; Takeaway/counter.

FOOD AND DRINK MANUFACTURING, APPRENTICESHIP What’s covered: Processing operations; Following quality process and procedures; Reducing waste; Monitoring materials and process; Maintaining food hygiene regulation requirements.

FRONT OFFICE, APPRENTICESHIP What’s covered: Customer Service; Arrivals; Bookings; Accounts; Tourism Information; Reception Services; Payments; Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism Sectors.

HOUSEKEEPING, APPRENTICESHIP What’s covered: Room servicing and deep cleaning; Windows; Chemicals; Supplies; Hard floors; Soft floors; Linen service; Customer service.

MULTI-SKILLED HOSPITALITY SERVICES, APPRENTICESHIP What’s covered: Working effectively as part of a hospitality team; Giving customers a positive impression of yourself and the organisation; Safe, hygienic and secure working environments in hospitality; Effective teamwork.

FAST-TRACK PROGRAMMES, NVQS IN PROFESSIONAL COOKERY; BAKERY/PATISSERIE; FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE; FRONT OFFICE; HOUSEKEEPING; FOOD AND DRINK MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS; BEVERAGE SERVICE; HOSPITALITY SERVICES - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: For all fast-track programme modules, see the individual courses listed.

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CONSTRUCTION (CRAFT DIPLOMAS IN BRICKWORK, PLASTERING, PAINTING AND DECORATING, CARPENTRY AND JOINERY) What’s covered: Carry out safe working practices in construction; Information, quantities and communicating with others; Building methods and construction technology plus Brickwork – Carry out basic blocklaying skills; Carry out basic bricklaying skills; Carry out basic cavity walling; Contribute to setting out and building basic masonry structures up to damp course level plus Plastering – Prepare background surfaces and plaster materials; Apply plaster materials to internal backgrounds; Produce components from moulds plus Painting and Decorating – Erect and dismantle access equipment and working platforms; Prepare surfaces for decorating; Apply paint systems by brush and roller; Apply foundation and plain papers; Produce specialist decorative finishes plus Carpentry and Joinery – Produce basic woodworking joints; Maintain and use carpentry and joinery hand tools; Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable tools.

BRICKWORK, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Conform to general workplace safety and practice and efficient work practices; Move and handle resources; Set out masonry structures; Erect masonry cladding; Erect, repair and maintain masonry structures.

JOINERY, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Conform to efficient work practices; General workplace safety; Move and handle resources plus either Site carpentry - Install first fixing components, Install second fixing components, Erect structural carcassing components or Bench joinery - Manufacture routine bench joinery products, Setting up and using circular saw, Producing setting out details for routine joinery products, Marking out from setting out details for routine joinery products.

PLASTERING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Produce internal solid plastering finishes; Produce external solid render finishes; Install direct bond dry linings.

PLUMBING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Maintain the safe working environment when undertaking non-complex plumbing work activities; Installation of hot and cold water systems; Installation of above ground sanitation; Contribute to the improvement of the plumbing work environment; Maintain plumbing systems and components.

PAINTING AND DECORATING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Knowledge and practical skills in preparing surfaces for decoration; Paint systems; Applying paper to walls and ceilings; Producing specialist decorative finishes; Preparing doors and balusters for decoration.

MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Maintaining non-structural and structural components in the workplace; Applying paint systems by brush and roller in the workplace; Preparing background surfaces for tiling or painting/decorating in the workplace; Preparing background surfaces for plasterwork in the workplace.

COMPUTINGCOURSES

IT (FIRST, EXTENDED AND SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMAS) What’s covered: First Diploma: Developing computer games; Digital graphics; 2D animation; Computer systems; Working in the IT industry; Multimedia development; Installing computer hardware. Extended Diploma: Pathway choices - Game design and development, Software and hardware, Media and mobile application development, General computing; Modules - Developing computer games, Computer game design, 2D animation, Computer systems, Managing networks, Software design and development, Programming, Web design, Digital graphics. Subsidiary Diploma: Pathway choices - Software and hardware, Media and mobile application development; Modules - Computer systems, Computer networks, Communication and employability skills, Web design, Database design, Web animation.

COMPUTING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Develop personal and organisational effectiveness; Health and Safety in ICT and contact centres; Customer care; Managing software development; Security of ICT systems; System management; Technical advice and guidance; Technical fault diagnosis; Working with ICT hardware/software.

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ACCESS TO BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 1 What’s covered: Health and safety; Environmental awareness; Science; Electrical; Plumbing; Heating and ventilation; Refrigeration and air conditioning.

CONSTRUCTION (INTRODUCTORY AND FIRST DIPLOMAS) What’s covered: Introductory Diploma - Starting work in construction; Working in construction; Developing skills and working safely; Personal skills – choose 2 from Personal effectiveness, Social responsibility at work, Financial management; Option units – choose 3 from Developing joinery skills, Developing trowel skills, Developing painting/decorating skills, Developing building services skills, Exploring the built environment, Basic building maintenance. First Diploma - An introduction to the construction industry; Exploring health, safety and welfare in construction; The use of science and mathematics in construction; Construction processes and operations for low rise domestic buildings; Construction methods and techniques for low rise domestic buildings; Construction drawing techniques.

CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT, EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Health, safety and welfare in construction and the built environment; Construction and the environment; Mathematics in construction and the built environment; Science and materials in construction and the built environment; Construction technology and design in construction and civil engineering; Building technology in construction.Environmental awareness; Science; Electrical; Plumbing; Heating and ventilation; Refrigeration and air conditioning. A

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ENGINEERING, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Core units – Mathematics, Electrical and mechanical science, Using and interpreting engineering information, Working practices; Specialist units for Manufacturing, Aeronautical and Electronics pathways – Engineering drawing and marking out, Electronic circuit construction, Using computer-aided design (CAD), Welding and fabrication techniques, Secondary machining processes. There may be the opportunity to get involved with building and racing the IMechE Green Car Project.

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY, EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Core units – Business systems, Communications, Design and build projects, Mathematics for technicians, Mechanical principles and applications; Possible specialist units - Health and safety in the engineering workplace, Engineering design, Materials technology, Engineering drawing for technicians, Computer-aided design, Secondary machining processes, Welding technology, Applications of computer numerical control in engineering, Industrial robotics, Further mechanical principles, Computer systems engineering, Software design.

ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING, EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Core units – Business systems, Communications, Design and build projects, Mathematics for technicians, Electrical and electronic principles; Possible specialist units - Further electrical and electronic principles, Further mathematics, Analogue electronics, Digital electronics, Electrical technology, Electronic fault finding, Industrial robotics, Microcontroller applications, Electronic devices and circuits.

ENGINEERING ILLUSTRATION AND DESIGN, EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Core units – Design and build project, Communications, Mathematics for engineering technicians, Health and safety in the engineering workplace, Mechanical principles and applications; Specialist units - 3D computer modelling, Engineering drawing, Computer-aided design, Engineering design, Engineering materials, Computers in art and design, Design principles in art and design, Business systems, Secondary machining processes, Fabrication processess and technology, CNC machining, Computer aided manufacture.

ADVANCED ENGINEERING, PRE-APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME What’s covered: Core unit – Health and safety in the engineering workplace; Compulsory units – Mathematics for technicians, Engineering drawing for technicians; Specialist units for Manufacturing, Aeronautical and Electronics pathways – Fabrication/machining workshops, Microcontrollers/electronic workshops, Aircraft workshops. This is a 14 week programme.

WALL AND FLOOR TILING, APPRENTICESHIP What’s covered: Conforming to efficient working practices and general safety; Laying under tile electrical heating systems and tiling surfaces; Moving and handling resources; Preparing backgrounds to receive wall and/or floor tiling; Slinging signalling the movement of loads; Tiling wall and floor surfaces.

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ENGINEERING MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements; Using equipment drawings and documents in maintenance activities; Working efficiently and effectively in engineering; Handing over and confirming completion of maintenance activities; Maintaining electrical equipment; Modifying/testing or rewiring electrical circuits and equipment; Assisting in the installation of electrical/electronic equipment.

ENGINEERING MAINTENANCE MECHANICAL, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Using equipment drawings and documents in maintenance activities; Working efficiently and effectively in engineering; Handing over and confirming completion of maintenance activities; Carrying out fault diagnosis on mechanical equipment; Maintaining mechanical equipment; Restoring mechanical components to a usable condition; Producing replacement components for maintenance activities; Carrying out planned maintenance on mechanical equipment; Business systems; Communications; Engineering project; Mathematics for technicians; Mechanical principles and applications.

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements; Using equipment drawings and documents in maintenance activities; Working efficiently and effectively in engineering; Testing post-production electronic components and circuits; Locating and diagnosing faults in post-production electronic components and circuits; Preparing facilities for testing electronic components and circuits.

IMPROVING OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Working safely in an engineering environment; Working efficiently and effectively in engineering; Using and communicating technical information; Mechanical Pathway - Preparing and using lathes for turning operations, Preparing and using milling machines, Preparing and using CNC milling machines; Electrical and Electronic Pathway - Producing electronic CAD drawings, Assembling and testing electronic circuits, Maintaining electronic equipment/systems.

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FABRICATION AND WELDING ENGINEERING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements; Using and interpreting engineering drawings and documents; Working efficiently and effectively in engineering; Marking out components for metal work; Cutting sheet metal to shape using

hand and machine tools; Forming sheet metal using hand and machine tools; Producing sheet metal assemblies;

Developing and marking out templates for metal work; Joining materials by resistance

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INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered:

Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements; Using

equipment drawings and documents in maintenance activities; Working efficiently and effectively in engineering; Handing

over and confirming completion of installation or commissioning activities; Commissioning mechanical equipment and systems.

MECHANICAL MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Complying

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machines; Setting and machining with CNC lathes and milling machines for production.

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FASHIONCOURSES

FASHION AND CLOTHING, EXTENDED DIPLOMA What’s covered: Visual recording; Materials techniques

and process; Ideas and concepts; Communication; Design methods; Exploring specialist techniques; Creative fashion for catwalk or performance; Production techniques for fashion or costume; Fashion promotion; Creative fashion for the catwalk; Surface pattern design for costume and

fashion or textiles; Ideas and concepts in fashion costume or textiles; Creative textile techniques;

Fashion illustration and life drawing; Computer applications for fashion and costume; Developing

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16 -18 Full-time programme: Includes GCSEs in English, Mathematics, Statistics, Film Studies, Media Studies, General Studies, Citizenship plus BTEC Level 2 Science, ITQ Level 2.

Adults 19+ Full-time Return to Study programme: Includes GCSEs in English, Mathematics, Human Physiology, General Studies, Sociology plus ITQ Level 2.

HAIRDRESSING,BEAUTYAND RELATEDTHERAPIESCOURSES

INTRODUCTION TO THE HAIR AND BEAUTY SECTOR - LEVEL 1 (C&G) What’s covered: Mini-manicures and mini-facials; Health and safety; Reception duties; Basic anatomy and physiology; Body and face painting; Make sure your own action reduces risks to health and safety; Develop effective working relationships; Shampoo and condition hair; Prepare for hair services and maintain work areas.

HAIRDRESSING, NVQ - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Level 2 - Make sure your own action reduces risks to health and safety; Give clients a positive impression of yourself and your organisation; Advise and consult with clients; Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp; Change hair colour; Style and finish hair; Set and dress hair; Cut hair using basic techniques; Option unit doing either business or one of various hair techniques. Level 3 - Check procedures to safely control work operations; Promote additional services or products to clients; Provide hairdressing consultation services; Creatively cut hair using a combination of techniques; 5 option units covering hair techniques and business effectiveness. One day a week is spent on work placement.

HAIRDRESSING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Advise and consult with clients; Style and finish hair; Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp; Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organisation; Fulfil salon reception duties; Monitor procedures to safely control work operations; Creatively cut hair using a combination of techniques; Colour hair using a variety of techniques/correction; Creatively style and dress hair; Contribute to the planning and implementation of promotional activities.

BARBERING, NVQ - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Level 2 - Make sure your own action reduces risks to health and safety; Advise and consult with clients; Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp; Cut hair using basic barbering techniques; Cut facial hair to shape using basic techniques; Dry and finish men’s hair; 2 option units, one focusing on the business, the other on a particular hair technique. Level 3 - Check procedures to safely control work operations; Promote additional services or products to clients; Provide hairdressing consultation services; Design and create a range of facial hair shapes; Creatively cut hair. One day a week is spent on work placement.

BARBERING APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Advise and consult with clients; Shampoo, condition and treat hair and scalp; Cut hair using basic barbering techniques; Cut facial hair to shape using basic techniques; Dry and finish men’s hair; Fulfil salon reception duties; Create basic patterns in hair.

HAIRDRESSING, VRQ DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Working in the hair industry; Follow health and safety practice; Client consultation for hair services; Shampoo hair and scalp; Promote products and services to clients in a salon; Cut women’s hair; Colour and lighten hair; Perm and neutralise hair; The art of hairdressing; Create an image-based theme within the hair and beauty sector; Salon reception duties.

HAIR AND MEDIA MAKE-UP, DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Make-up; Create an image based on a theme; Photographic make-up; Body art design; Skin tanning; Make and style a hair addition; Creative hairdressing design; Design and apply face and body art; Fashion and photographic make-up; Airbrush make-up to the face; Camouflage make-up; Lash and brow treatments; Colouring hair; Studio photography. At Level 3, one day a week is spent on work placement.

BEAUTY THERAPY, DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Level 2 – Health and safety; Facials for men and women; Make-up; Eye treatments; Manicure; Pedicure; Waxing; Reception. Level 3 – Health and safety; Body massage; Electrical face and body treatments; Electrolysis; Pre-blended essential oils for aromatherapy massage; Promote and sell products; Anatomy and physiology. One day a week is spent on work placement.

BEAUTY THERAPY, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 (EDEXCEL) What’s covered: Manicure and pedicure; Client care and communication; Waxing; Dermatology; Facial skincare; Eyelash and brow treatments; Facial electrotherapy; Body therapy; Anatomy and physiology; Organisational practices and procedures; Electrical epilation; Body massage; Scientific principles for beauty therapy; Nutrition; Workplace practices; Starting a small business; Research complementary therapies; Aromatherapy massage. One day a week is spent on work placement.

NAIL TECHNOLOGY, DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Health and safety; Manicure and pedicure; Nail extensions; Nail art; Reception duties; Eyelash and brow treatments. At Level 3, one day a week is spent on work placement.

NAILS, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety; Provide pedicure services; Develop and maintain effectiveness at work; Promote additional services or products to customers; Provide manicure services; Carry out nail services; Apply and maintain nail enhancements to create a natural finish.

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CREATIVE MEDIA INDUSTRIES, DIPLOMA AND EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Diploma: Video production; Photographic techniques; Animation techniques; An introduction to media industries; Research techniques; Responding to different media audiences; How to create and produce a media production. Extended Diploma: Pathway choices - TV and Film, Radio and Interactive Media. Modules - Single camera techniques, TV studio and multi-camera techniques, Video editing, Audio and radio production, Digital image manipulation using Photoshop, Animation techniques, Music video production, Video installation, Understanding the TV and film industries, Pre-production techniques.

MUSIC, DIPLOMA AND EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Diploma: Understanding music; Exploring the music profession; Rehearsal techniques for musicians; How to produce a musical recording; How to plan and create a musical product; Exploring computer systems used by musicians. Extended Diploma: Pathway choices - Music and Music Technology. Modules - Pop music in practice, The music freelance world, The sound and music industry, Concert production and staging, Operating live sound, Listening skills for musicians, Composing music, Music theory and harmony, Music technology in performance, Music production and recording technologies, Music and sounds for multimedia.

CREATIVE AND DIGITAL MEDIA, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Awareness of employment in the creative media sector; Communicating and presenting ideas in the creative media sector; Awareness of converging digital technology in the creative media sector; Professional behaviour in the creative media sector; Contribute to good working relationships; Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety. Also included are units in Creative Media Production along with a choice of optional units to create a programme of learning tailored to your individual role.

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BODY AND SPA THERAPY, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Body massage; Massage using pre-blended oils; Monitor and maintain spa treatment areas; Provide spa treatments; Apply stone therapy massage; Provide Indian head massage; Promote products and services to clients in the salon; Maintain personal health and wellbeing; Anatomy and physiology; Health and safety. One day a week is spent on work placement.

SPA THERAPY, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Carrying out spa treatments including sauna, steam and hydrotherapy; Body and head massage; Stone therapy; Body wrapping and flotation treatments; Tanning; Electrotherapy.

COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Anatomy, physiology and pathology; Aromatherapy; Reflexology; Body massage; Business studies; Principles and practice of complementary therapies; Reflective practice; Healthy eating and wellbeing. One day a week is spent on work placement.

SPORTS AND EXERCISE SCIENCE, BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 (EDEXCEL) What’s covered: Core units – Anatomy for sport and exercise, Sport and exercise physiology, Sports biomechanics in action, Research methods for sport and exercise sciences, Research project; Additional units – Exercise, health and lifestyle, Fitness testing, Training, Sport and exercise massage, Analysis of sports performance, Sports nutrition, Instructing physical activity and exercise, Sports injuries, Sports coaching, Applied sport and exercise physiology. One day a week is spent on work placement.

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MARITIMECOURSES

THREE-YEAR SPONSORED TRAINING SCHEME IN THE MERCHANT NAVY INCLUDING THE LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN SHIPPING What’s covered: Phase 1 - Nautical science, Maths for science, Bridge watch keeping, Stability and construction, Shipboard operations, Information technology, Maritime industry, Safety training for seafarers, Seamanship and proficiency in survival craft. Phase 2 – At sea. Phase 3 - Marine emergency response and communications, Navigational maths and science, Ship stability, Chartwork and tides, Celestial navigation, Marine law and management, Naval architecture, Ship construction, Marine meteorology, Marine cargo operations, Medical first aid, GMDSS (GOC), Advanced fire fighting. A

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MOTORVEHICLECOURSES

MOTOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Remove, replace, repair and adjust vehicle components; Health and safety; Diagnose non-complex system faults; Identify and agree vehicle needs; Carry out routine vehicle maintenance; Inspect and repair vehicle systems.

MOTOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR, EXTENDED DIPLOMAS - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Motor vehicle repair; Motor vehicle maintenance; Motor vehicle Maths and Science.

MOTOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety; Maintain positive

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MOTOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR (MOTOR SPORT) – LEVELS 1 AND 2 What’s covered: Level 1 - Motorsport vehicle construction and routine maintenance; Operating principles of motorsport vehicle engines, tyres, brakes, steering and suspension systems; Operating principles and maintenance of motorsport vehicle transmission systems and electrical and electronic systems. Level 2 - Diagnose non-complex system faults; Identify and agree vehicle needs; Carry out routine competition vehicle maintenance; Inspect and repair competition vehicle systems.

MOTOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR (MOTOR SPORT), EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Diagnose non-complex system faults; Identify and agree vehicle needs; Carry out routine competition vehicle maintenance; Inspect and repair competition vehicle systems; Motor vehicle maths and science and ICT.

VEHICLE BODY AND PAINT OPERATIONS - LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Level 1 - Foundation studies; Cleaning and preparing vehicles; Refinishing materials technology; Refinishing tools and equipment technology; Paint application and minor defect rectification technology. Level 2 - Prepare vehicle panels to accept foundation and top coats; Prepare and apply foundation materials to vehicles; Repair minor vehicle paint defects; Health and safety, legal aspects and organisational requirements. Level 3 - Carry out complete vehicle refinishing operations; Mix and match vehicle paint colours; Identify and rectify vehicle paint defects and faults.

VEHICLE BODY FITTING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Contribute to workplace good housekeeping; Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety; Maintain positive working relationships; Remove and fit basic mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) components to vehicle; Remove and fit non-welded, non structural vehicle body panels; Remove, renew and refit mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) units within vehicle systems.

VEHICLE BODY REFINISHING, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Contribute to workplace good housekeeping; Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety; Maintain positive working relationships; Prepare vehicle panels to accept foundation and topcoats; Prepare and apply foundation materials to vehicles; Repair minor vehicle paint defects.

VEHICLE BODY REPAIR, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Remove and fit non-welded, non structured vehicle body panels; Remove and replace vehicle non-structural body panels; Repair non-structural body panels.

MOTOR CYCLE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE - LEVELS 1, 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Health and safety; Remove, replace, repair and adjust motor cycle components; Diagnose non-complex system faults; Identify and agree motor cycle needs; Carry out routine motor cycle maintenance; Inspect and repair motor cycle systems; Remove, replace and adjust motor cycle components.

MOTOR CYCLE, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety; Maintain positive working relationships; Carry out routine vehicle maintenance; Remove and replace engine units and components; Remove and replace auxiliary electrical units and components; Remove and replace vehicle chassis units and components; Conduct pre and post-work vehicle inspections.

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PERFORMING ARTS, DIPLOMA AND EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Diploma: Acting skills; Performing dance; Performing scripted plays; Devising plays; Professional development in the performing arts business; Performing arts production process; Working in the performing arts industry. Extended Diploma: Pathway choices - Musical Theatre and Acting. Modules - Developing voice for the actor, Principles of acting, Dance performance, Developing movement skills, Audio performance, Devising plays, Physical theatre, Ballet, Jazz dance, Singing skills for dancers and actors, Film and TV acting, Acting auditions, Theatre in the community.

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CARING FOR CHILDREN AND AWARD IN PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, CERTIFICATE - ENTRY/LEVEL 1 (CACHE) What’s covered: Human growth and development; Respecting and valuing; Children’s play and leisure activities; Healthy eating for families; Preparing your next steps; Supporting babies to play; Managing own money; Supporting others; Self development; Personal and social relationships; Growth and development of young children; Sharing learning experiences with children. May include a brief work placement.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE AND AWARD IN PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, CERTIFICATE - LEVEL 1 (CACHE) What’s covered: Health and safety; Professional practice; Communication; Equality and diversity. May include a brief work placement.

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S WORKFORCE, DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 (CACHE CERTIFICATE) What’s covered: Communication in children and young people’s settings; Equality and inclusion in children and young people’s settings; Personal development in children and young people’s settings; Child and young person development; Safeguard the welfare of children and young people; Support children and young people’s health and safety; Support positive behaviour plus Level 2 - Support positive environments for children and young people; Understand partnership working in services for children and young people; Paediatric emergency first aid; Managing paediatric illness and injury; Maintain and support relationships with children and young people. Includes 1 day a week on work placement plus Level 3 - Principles for implementing duty of care in children and young people’s settings; Develop positive relationships with children, young people and others involved in their care; Working together for the benefit of children and young people. Includes 2 days a week on work placement.

EARLY YEARS AND EDUCATION, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Introduction to communication; Personal development; Equality and inclusion in health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings; Child and young person development; Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people; Maintain and support relationships with children and young people; Support children and young people’s positive behaviour; Contribute to the support of children and young people’s development, health and safety, and positive environments; Understand partnership working services for children and young people; Paediatric emergency first aid; Functional Skills, English and Maths.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (ADULTS), DIPLOMA - LEVELS 2 AND 3 (CACHE) What’s covered: Communication in health, social care or children and young people’s settings; Equality and inclusion in health, social care or children and young people’s settings; Personal development in health, social care or children and young people’s settings; Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care; The role of the health and social care worker; Person-centred approaches in health and

APPLIED SCIENCE, FIRST EXTENDED CERTIFICATE What’s covered: Physics; Chemistry; Biology.

FORENSIC SCIENCE, EXTENDED NATIONAL DIPLOMA What’s covered: Fundamentals of science; Working in the science industry; Scientific investigation; Scientific practical techniques; Perceptions of science; Application of numbers; Criminology; Criminal psychology; Forensic psychology; Forensic evidence analysis and collection; Criminal investigation procedure.

MEDICAL SCIENCE, EXTENDED NATIONAL DIPLOMA What’s covered: Fundamentals of science; Working in the science industry; Scientific investigation; Practical scientific techniques; Perceptions of science; Application of numbers; Physiology of human body systems; Energy changes, sources and applications; Microbiological techniques; Genetics and genetic engineering; Clinical Psychology.

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PHOTOGRAPHY/GRAPHIC DESIGNCOURSES

PHOTOGRAPHY, EXTENDED DIPLOMA What’s covered: Photographic processes, techniques and dark room practice; Visual communication through photography; Location and studio photography; Experimental imagery in photography; Lens-based image making; Image manipulation and editing with computer applications; Developing an understanding of the history of photography, art and design; Working with live design briefs; Portfolio development for progression.

GRAPHIC DESIGN, EXTENDED DIPLOMA What’s covered: Web design; Packaging; Animation; Creative typography; Design for advertising; Desktop publishing; An appreciation of design; Portfolio development for progression; Contextual studies; Visual recording - materials, techniques and processes; Ideas and concept development.

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social care; Health and safety in health and social care; Handling information in health and social care settings. Includes a work placement plus Level 2 - Introduction to duty of care in health, social care or children and young people’s settings.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PROFESSIONAL CADET PROGRAMME, NATIONAL DIPLOMA AND CACHE DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: National Diploma - The same modules as Pathway to Nursing and Social Work Diploma/National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (below). Includes at least 1 day a week on work placement. CACHE Diploma - The same modules as the Health and Social Care (Adults) Diploma, below.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (ADULTS) PRACTITIONER CADET PROGRAMME, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 (CACHE) What’s covered: The same modules as Health and Social Care (Adults) Diploma, opposite. Includes a work placement of at least 1 day a week.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVELS 2 AND 3 What’s covered: Introduction to personal development; Communication; Introduction to equality and inclusion; Introduction to duty of care; Safeguarding; Implement person-centred approach; Contribute to health and safety; Handling information. Includes Generic Health and Social Care Pathway and possibly pathways in Dementia and Learning Disabilities; Functional Skills, English and Maths.

PATHWAY TO TEACHING: CHILDREN’S CARE, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT, BTEC NATIONAL DIPLOMA What’s covered: Positive relationships; Promoting children’s development; Safeguarding children; Promoting children’s rights; Children’s learning activities and play; Research methodology. You’ll also have to undertake 800 hours’ work experience. Includes 2 days a week on work placement.

PATHWAY TO NURSING AND SOCIAL WORK, NATIONAL DIPLOMA AND NATIONAL EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE What’s covered: Developing effective communication in health and social care; Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care; Health, safety and security in health and social care; Psychological perspectives for health and social care; Development through the life stages; Anatomy and physiology for health and social care; Personal and professional development in health and social care; Sociological perspectives for health and social care; various option units. Includes 1 day a week on work placement.

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SPORTSANDPUBLIC SERVICESCOURSES

SPORT AND LEISURE, INTRODUCTORY DIPLOMA What’s covered: Starting work in sport and leisure; Working in sport and leisure; The healthy body; Personal effectiveness; Social responsibility at work; Sport and leisure events; Issues in sport and leisure; Taking part in sport; Introducing customer service.

SPORTS (EXERCISE AND FITNESS), DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: The body in sport; Health, safety and injury in sport; The sports industry; Preparation for sport; Planning and leading sports activities; Practical sports.

SPORTS (DEVELOPMENT, COACHING AND FITNESS), DIPLOMA AND EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3

What’s covered: Sports Development - The body in action, Health and safety in sport, Sports development, Sport and

society plus Extended Diploma - Talent identification and development in sport, Organising sports events;

Coaching - Sports coaching, Practical team sports, Practical individual sports, Rules, regulations and officiating in sport plus Extended Diploma - Leadership.

PUBLIC SERVICES, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 1 What’s covered: The uniformed and non-uniformed public services sector; Introduction to fitness and lifestyle for working in the public services; Personal effectiveness for the public services; Diversity in the public services; Social responsibility and the value of the citizen in the public services; Introduction to health and safety in the public services; Practical application and the use of ICT in the public services; Practical teamworking in the public services; Incidents in the public services; The value of sport and recreation in the public services.

UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICES - LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA, LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA AND LEVEL

3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA What’s covered: Crime and its effects on society plus Level 2

Diploma - Uniformed public services employment; Public service skills; Uniformed public services fitness; Citizenship, the individual and society; The value of sport and recreation in the public services plus Level 3 Diploma and Level 3 Extended Diploma - Government, policies and the public services; Team leadership in the uniformed public services; Citizenship, contemporary society and the public services; Team development in public services; Understanding discipline within the uniformed public services; Diversity and the public services; Physical preparation and fitness for the uniformed services; International perspectives for the uniformed public services; Crime and its effects on society; Responding to emergency service incidents; Understanding the criminal justice system and police powers; Practical team sports plus Level 3 Extended Diploma only - The planning for and management of major incidents; Communication and technology in the uniformed public services; Understanding aspects of the legal system and law-making process.

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TRAVEL,TOURISMAND LEISURECOURSES

INTRODUCTION TO TRAVEL AND TOURISM, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 1 What’s covered: Researching a tourist destination; Planning for and taking part in a visit; Customer service in travel and tourism; Displaying travel and tourism products and services; Planning a trip to a visitor attraction; UK travel destinations; Recommending a package holiday; Schedule, charter and low-cost airlines; The role of air cabin crew; The role of overseas resort representative.

TRAVEL AND TOURISM, FIRST DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: First Diploma - Customer service and selling skills; Worldwide travel destinations; Activity tourism; Visitor attractions; Meet and greet; Tourist promotion; Interpersonal skills for travel and tourism.

TRAVEL AND TOURISM, DIPLOMA AND EXTENDED DIPLOMA - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Conferences and events; Tour operations; UK travel destinations; The role of overseas resort representatives plus Level 3 Diploma only - Tour guiding; Sales and promotion; Worldwide travel destinations; Cruise operations; Developing people in travel and tourism; Holiday park host; Travel legislations; Foreign exchange; Special interest tourism; Residential study visit plus Level 3 Extended Diploma only - Investigating travel and tourism; Cruise operations; Visitor attractions; Long haul destinations; Handling air passengers; Exhibitions; Hospitality operations; Customer services; Work experience; Special interest tourism.

ART, DESIGN AND MEDIA, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 1 What’s covered: How to draw and paint a variety of techniques and processes; How to develop ideas in 2D and 3D art, design and media; An introduction to how to develop and carry out a personal project; Level 1 functional skills in Maths, English and ICT; Personal and social development qualification.

ART AND DESIGN, DIPLOMA - LEVEL 2 What’s covered: Exploring drawing and painting; 2D and 3D working methods, techniques, and art and design processes; Developing an understanding of the history of art and design; How to develop creative ideas in art and design; How to develop and carry out a personal project in art and design; Visual language; Contextual references; Final major project.

ART AND DESIGN WITH PATHWAYS IN ART AND DESIGN, FASHION AND CLOTHING, GRAPHIC DESIGN OR PHOTOGRAPHY, EXTENDED DIPLOMA What’s covered: Visual recording; Materials techniques and process; Ideas and concepts; Communication; Design methods; Exploring specialist techniques; Fine art principles; Personal and professional development; Contextual influences; Painting and drawing in fine art, including life drawing; Fine art printmaking; Embroidered and creative textiles techniques; 3D design methods; Computers; Extending specialist techniques; Application, exploration and realisation.

ART AND DESIGN, DIPLOMA IN FOUNDATION STUDIES What’s covered: Fine art practice in 2D and 3D; Exploration in textiles, costume, printmaking, sculpture, 3D design and graphic design; Recording and responding to art and design concepts; Extended media experimentation; Research and information skills in art and design; Personal experimental study; Contextual and reflective practice; Integrating theory with practice; Personal confirmatory study in art and design.

DESIGN, APPRENTICESHIP - LEVEL 3 What’s covered: Research a design concept; Write a design brief; Interpret a design brief and follow the design process; Understand concepts and techniques used in branding; Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills; Collaborate in a creative process; Understand market research; Develop a presentation; Deliver a presentation; Working with costs and budgets. Also included are units in Art and Design along with optional units in Design and Business to create a programme of learning tailored to your individual job role.

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Blackpool and The Fylde College - Further Education Prospectus 2011/2012