Vocational Course Guide 2015

Vocational Course Guide starting September 2015

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Reasons to choose Blackburn College

Student Village

Facilities & Social Spaces

Student Services

Study Programmes

Employability & Enterprise

Scholarships

Enrichment Activities

Centres of Excellence

Guide to Vocational Courses

Business, Law & Accounting

Catering & Hospitality

Childcare

Computing & IT

Construction & Engineering

Creative Arts

Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

Health & Social Care

Media

Motor Vehicle

Music

Public Services

Science

Sport

Travel & Tourism

Apprenticeships

The Sixth Form | A Levels

University Centre at Blackburn College

How to Apply

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Reasons to study at Blackburn CollegeBlackburn College is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ College with fantastic success rates, a £65 million campus and the best financial support package around. We attract students from across Lancashire from a range of levels and abilities who choose to study a variety of subjects.

Blackburn College is rated as “Grade 1 Outstanding” across all areas by Ofsted, and our Additional Learning Support team was praised as being ‘in a league of its own’.

Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills.

Blackburn College has invested continually over the last 6 years, including the recent opening of the brand new £13.5 million Sport and Leisure Centre and the £5.5 million Regional Automotive Technology Hub, making the campus worth a staggering £65 million.

Our amazing £10 per term travel provides bus travel across Lancashire via a number of routes, and will only cost you £30 per year! If you live anywhere that isn’t included in this offer, the college will ensure you receive some financial assistance towards your travel. See page 11 for a list of the financial support that we offer our students.

We are celebrating another year of record success at Blackburn College:

• Vocational students achieved 100% in over 100 subject areas

• Sixth Form students achieved 100% success in 26% subjects

• Apprentices are celebrating 88% success v the 72% national average.

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Blackburn Town Centre

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Courtyard CaféThis café offers home cooked vegetarian and Halal options, as well as hot & cold drinks, snacks and sandwiches.

Café Central Café Central is a student managed café offering coffees, smoothies, juices and hot & cold food.

Beacon Centre Deli Bar The Deli Bar offers a selection of food and drinks throughout the day, such as Starbucks, sandwiches, salads, jacket potatoes and soup. The Bakery Our delicious bakery displays a selection of freshly baked pies, pasties, healthy meal deals and hot soup, as well as mouth-watering cakes!

Scholars Restaurant Scholars is a fully licensed training restaurant on campus, offering a great dining experience to staff, students and the public. It is open at lunchtimes and Thursday evenings for theme nights!

State of the artfacilities

Places to Eat:Our cafés are open to all students and you can either eat in, or take away.


Social Spaces:There are many areas around College that you can socialise in:

Common RoomOur Sixth Form students have access to a number of common rooms in their dedicated building. You can do your homework, read a book, socialise and play games.

Library & Learning Resource Centres The College Library and Learning Resource Centres will offer you all the books, computers and equipment you need to support your studies.

Campus GardensThe College gardens are a great place to hang out in the sunshine, eat your lunch or even do your homework.

Sport FacilitiesFrom 2014 all Blackburn College students will have access to a new £13.5m sport and leisure centre on the College campus. As a student you will also receive a discounted membership too!

And that’s not all…Not only do we have fantastic social spaces and cafés to hang out in, we also offer our students:

Free WifiWireless internet and network connections are available throughout the campus to ensure that you can continue your studies wherever you may be in College.

Faith/Chaplaincy Our College Chaplain and Muslim support workers are on hand to provide guidance or just a friendly ear to listen to you, whatever your faith or belief. There are three rooms across the campus where staff and students can go to pray.

Hair & Beauty StudiosAcademy Hair & Beauty Studios are open to both students and the general public. The hairdressing, barbering, beauty salons, nail room and spa area are professionally equipped and ready to pamper you to perfection!

The best way to experience our campus is to book on to a Blackburn College VIP Campus Tour.

To book, contact our School Liaison Team:

Call: 01254 292511Email: [email protected]: www.blackburn.ac.uk/vip


Careers & EmployabilityOur careers team are here to help you with:

• Careers and how to achieve your dream job

• Writing a CV and personal statement

• Finding a course

• Options after your course

• UCAS/University applications

Call The Hub to book an appointment on 01254 292929.

Additional Learning Support (ALS)

Our award winning support team can help you with:

• Physical Disabilities

• Learning Difficulties or Disabilities

• Mental Health Needs

• Visual Impairment

• Dyslexia

• Hearing Impairment

• Language, Literacy & Numeracy needs

• Emotional Support / Counselling

The ALS staff are qualified Teachers of the Deaf and Visually Impaired, and are qualified British Sign Language Communicators. They can also give support and guidance for students who are, or have been, in the care of the Local Authority.

Visit: www.blackburn.ac.uk/studentservices Text phone for hearing impaired: 07890 453187

At Blackburn College we have a student services team that are here to ensure you have a positive student experience.

Student Services


School Liaison Our School Liaison Team will be visiting your schools throughout the year, but if you wish to come in and see us or have a VIP tour of the campus, just contact us:

Call: 01254 292511 Visit: www.blackburn.ac.uk/vipEmail: [email protected]

Financial Support

Our financial support package is the best around!

• £10 per term travel pass

• FREE essential kit & uniform

• FREE healthy breakfast

• £1 subsidised lunches (and free lunches if eligible)

• £150 support allowance

• £1,200 per year scholarships

• Starbucks at 40% less than high street prices!

Terms and conditions apply - please see website for more details.

Travelling to College Blackburn College campus is only minutes’ walk away from the bus and train stations in the town centre, and we provide secure bike shelters if you prefer to cycle. Our amazing £10 per term travel pass will get you to and from College for only £30 per year!

See our website for a full list of locations our travel pass covers and download a travel guide for your area. For more information visit www.blackburn.ac.uk/travel or call The Hub on 01254 292929

Terms and conditions apply – please see the website for more details.


Your Study Programme

Level 2 Maths & English It is now a requirement of the Government to achieve a Grade C in English & Maths or the equivalent Functional Skills.

If you have left school without these qualifications, we will help you achieve these alongside your full time course.

Personal Tutorial Sessions You will have 2 hours per week with your personal tutor to discuss your progress and personal development. You can ask for advice, discuss personal issues and ensure that you are meeting your targets and maximising your potential.

See www.blackburn.ac.uk/studentservices for more information.

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Whilst a student at Blackburn College, not only will you gain the qualification you came here to achieve but you will also have the opportunity to experience and develop additional skills, knowledge, and in some cases, gain further qualifications that will help you in your future career.

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Enrichment There are lots of activities in College that you can get involved in, from joining our Centres of Excellence Sport Academies (see page 20) to Driver Awareness courses and the College Choir (see page 18). Taking part in extra-curricular activities will build your confidence, improve your skills and enhance your CV!

Additional qualifications Alongside your core qualification you may wish to carry out extra classes or work to gain more qualifications, which will enhance your CV. Depending on the course you are studying, this may be First Aid Certificates, Health & Safety or Customer Service Skills.

Employability skills Blackburn College will encourage and support you to become more employable and ready for the world of work. We have expert career advisors on hand and an employability co-ordinator to help you organise work experience, internal & external volunteering and lots of industry weeks for you to get involved in. See page 14 for more information.

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Going to College helps you gain skills and qualifications, so that one day you can move into employment.

Employability& EnterpriseWhat’s on offer to you...

Careers Advice & Guidance Our career experts are here to help you get on the ladder to a desired career. They can help with:

Finding the right course for you

• How to achieve your dream job

• CV & personal statement writing

• Job searching

• Understanding your own

employability skills.

Industry weeks Blackburn College students are encouraged to participate in a range of activities across College, such as guest speaker seminars, student run events and industry professional workshops.Many of these activities take place during the following annual events:

• National Volunteering Week

• Global Enterprise Week

• Apprenticeship Week

• National Careers Week.

For more information: Call The Hub on: 01254 29 29 29

Coffeemat ChallengeStudents have the opportunity to participate in the Coffeemat Enterprise Game where ideas are submitted and voted for with a range of prizes to be won.


Placements & Volunteering Developing networks and contacts in local and national businesses and organisations can really help with your future prospects. Blackburn College can help you improve your employability skills through work or voluntary experience, and also support by:

• Arranging industry guest speakers

• Organising volunteer fairs so you can network with local and national voluntary organisations

• Encouraging and supporting you to find work placements

• Maintaining links with over 4,000 employers and voluntary organisations

• Forming close relationships with a number of business networks, who will regularly offer student placements.

Enterprise at Blackburn College Here at Blackburn College we are keen to help students become young entrepreneurs. Blackburn is one of the most entrepreneurial areas in the North West.

Enterprise Club Blackburn College supports and celebrates entrepreneurship. By joining this club you will meet a network of like-minded students, tutors and alumni. The College will also organise workshops and industry mentor links to give you advice and guidance on setting up your own business. Members of the club organise events including a ‘Spring into Enterprise Fair’ and showcase their business ideas such as ‘Shakes & Cakes’ and ‘Help for Homes’.

Entrepreneur in ResidenceOur resident entrepreneur is on hand to help ambitious students develop new business plans and access funding locally. He mentors young talent and teaches the basic necessities to help you get your business idea off the ground.

For more information or to book an appointment call the College’s Employability & Enterprise Coordinator on 01254 292491 or email [email protected]

To join the Enterprise Club or talk to the entrepreneur in residence, contact the Employability & Enterprise Team on 01254 29 24 91 or email: [email protected]

Pre enterprise ‘Help for Homes’ group with Jack Straw

Students raising money for Fairtrade week

STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths)

for those who can demonstrate

a passion for STEM

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Last year Blackburn College offered 87 students a £1,200 per year scholarship to help them with their studies. This year, we are offering scholarships in the following areas:

£2,400Scholarships


ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP

This is a guaranteed scholarship for students who have gained or are expecting to achieve a minimum of 2 A*s and 3 As in their academic GCSEs (you do not need to make an application or fill in any forms)

To apply for a scholarship visit blackburn.ac.uk/scholarships

£1,200 per year scholarships available for new students

aged 16 - 18!

SPORT

for those elite performers

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How do I sign up?You will be able to see a full list of the enrichment available at our ‘Big College Welcome’ when you start in September.

You can also ask your tutor about the enrichment available at a time and day that suits you and your timetable.

Student Voice At Blackburn College the views of our students are hugely important. Your feedback is essential and makes a real difference so that we can be the College that you want us to be!

When you enrol as a student at Blackburn College you will automatically become a member of the student voice team. There are lots of different ways that you can get involved with the team and be the voice of students for the College:

• Be trained as a student representative

• Apply to become a student ambassador

• Attend various meetings and focus groups to discuss college issues

• Attend events, such as lunch with the Principal.

Enrichment Activities

Getting InvolvedActivities outside of the classroom can help with confidence, skills building and making new friends. We offer a range of activities that you can take part in, such as:

• Sport

• Creative Arts & Music

• First Aid

• Hair & Beauty

• Volunteering

• Interfaith

• Cookery Skills

• Driver Awareness

• College Choir

StudentVoice

If you are interested in student voice events and activities please contact the student voice coordinator: 01254 292132 / 07773 816920 [email protected]


Sport ActivitiesAt Blackburn College our Sports Development Officer & Sports Maker is here to offer you a range of activities.

Lunchtime & evening sports

• 5 a side football• Badminton• Basketball • Boxercise • Circuit training• Cricket• Cycling / mountain biking• Martial arts / self defence • Netball• Outdoor pursuits• Spinning• Table tennis• Trampolining • Volleyball• Zumba

Sports training

• 5 a side football• Badminton• Men’s football• Outdoor pursuits• Table tennis• Women’s football• Zumba

Our Sport Facilities As a Blackburn College Student you can have access to the brand new £13.5 million Sport and Leisure Facility within the Blackburn College campus, at a fraction of the price!

• 2 specialist sports halls

• Aerobic studio

• 80 station gym

• Sports performance laboratory

• 6 lane swimming pool

How do I sign up?

If you would like to take part in any sports activity whilst at College, whether it be for fun or competition level, you can contact our sport maker on 01254 292408 or email [email protected], or just pop into the brand new Sports & Leisure Centre on campus.

Our brand new Centres of Excellence in Football, Netball, Basketball and Cricket, have been created to offer students the opportunity to play at a professional level in their chosen sport alongside their studies.


For more information please contact Matthew Hinchley on 01254 292408 or visit www.blackburn.ac.uk/centres-of-excellence

We work closely with our highly qualified coaches and local and successful clubs to provide dedicated students with a range of skills and opportunities to enhance their sports ability.


Basketball

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Netball

Cricket


Bespoke sessions• Nutritional advice

• Psychological strategies

• Strength & conditioning

Player development• Fitness testing

• Training programmes

Training sessions • A minimum of 2 sessions per week

with a qualified coach

Competitive Sport • Teams will play in the British

College Leagues

Progression• Opportunity to play for clubs

outside of college, during and after your studies

Physiotherapy • Links with the local physiotherapy

practice

• Use of the rehabilitation laboratory

Warm weather training • Training facilities to develop

fitness and technical ability

All students who enrol on a course at Blackburn College can be a part of a Centre of Excellence, and have access to the following:


Centres of Excellence Football Players

Centres of Excellence Netball Players


Entry LevelFor students who want to study a Level 1 but need to build up some confidence, skills and experience first. You will develop basic skills that will apply to everyday situations.

Level 1You must possess an Entry Level qualification and show that you are keen to work hard. You will find out what the occupation involves, learning the necessary skills to progress on to a Level 2 course.

Level 2You must possess a Level 1 qualification and/or GCSE grades from D-G. A Level 2 course provides a good level of knowledge and skill for you to perform tasks with some supervision.

Level 3A Level 3 qualification includes A Levels, BTECs and NVQs. To study a Level 3 Vocational Qualification you must possess a Level 2 qualification, or at least 4 GCSEs at grade C or above. To study A Levels you will need 3 Bs and 3 Cs at GCSE or equivalent, with a minimum grade C in GCSE English Language. Level 3 courses will help you develop your analytical skills and course specific knowledge. These courses will fully prepare you for higher education.

Level 4A Level 4 qualification includes HNDs, HNCs, NVQ Level 4s and professional courses. To study at Level 4 you must possess a Level 3 qualification or equivalent. You will learn a specialist subject and will be required to make detailed analysis of high level information and knowledge.

We have hundreds of courses available from Entry through to Level 3. If you are not sure what level you are at, please check the below guide:

Vocational courses are directly related to job roles in the industry and provide progression routes in to Higher Education. A triple distinction in a vocational qualification is the equivalent to 3 As at A Level.

Guide toVocational

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Why choose Blackburn College? • Industry trained teachers

• Progression to top universities such as University of Manchester, University of Liverpool, Lancaster University, City University London and Edge Hill University

• Option to study additional qualifications such as the Institute of Financial Studies (IFS)

• To gain knowledge that will prepare you for a career in a business environment

• To learn about administration, legal, finance and management

• Become a good communicator, problem solver and team player

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99.6% Achievement & 94% of Level 3 students progress to university

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Kirstie CroasdaleLevel 3 Business with Law (D* D* D*)

Kirstie originally worked in retail before realising she wanted to be a Lawyer,

and now has high hopes of becoming a solicitor as is going on to study Law at University Centre Blackburn College.

“I’ve really enjoyed my time at College - more than I thought I would! The

tutors are helpful and supportive, and the subjects are really interesting. It also helps that College supports me

financially with childcare too.”

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You will study in:The New Victoria building and St Paul’s Building with purpose built computer suites, situated on the college campus, in the heart of Blackburn Town Centre.

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Once you have achieved a Level 3 or above in Business with Law or Accounting, you will have the

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Popular career choices include:

Accountancy

Administration

Barrister

Barristers Clerks

Buying/Procurement

Court Services Staff

Criminology and Forensics

Departmental Managers

Finance and Accounting

Human Resources

Legal Executives

Legal Profession

Legal Support Staff

Licensed Conveyances

Marketing and Advertising

Paralegals

Police Service

99.6% Achievement & 94% of Level 3 students progress to university

Some of our students have gone on to:• Ministry of Defence, London

• Graduate Traineeships at M&S

• Internship in America

• Set up their own companies e.g. Law, Finance and Advertising Agencies.



Business Level 1 and Level 2 These 1 year courses will help you gain a better understanding of business structures, customer services, bookkeeping, legal requirements and handling a boardroom situation. Additionally, the course will help you develop communication, IT, research, teamwork and presentation skills, which will all help with progressing on to the next level course and then higher education. You will learn about:

• Human Resources• Management• Retail• Finance• Marketing Assessment:

You will be assessed by written assignments, portfolio work and team work. Level 2 has one exam based unit.

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 – A profile of grade Es at GCSE including English and Maths

Level 2 – A profile of grade Ds at GCSE including English and Maths or a Level 1 in Business with a merit.

“After my Business & Law course I am now going

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Community Academy

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Business with Law Level 3 and Level 3 Extended Diploma Gaining knowledge in Business and Law will be useful across a range of careers and industries, and will offer progression to University.

On these 2 year courses you will investigate real businesses and how they set up, grow and trade their products and services. You will also investigate the role of the legal profession and how the law can affect individuals and businesses. You will examine criminal and civil cases and how they are dealt with in the English legal system. You will observe cases in court and visit legal institutions to put your theory into practice. Assessment:

You will be assessed by written assignments, portfolio work, presentations and team work.

Entry Requirements:

Level 3 - 4 or more GCSEs grade C or above including English or have completed a Level 2 Business course preferably at Merit or Distinction Grade

Level 3 Extended Diploma - 5 or more GCSEs grade C or above including English and Maths or have completed a Level 2 with a Merit or Distinction Grade and Level 2 functional skills in both Maths and English.

Business Accounting Level 3 Diploma and Level 3 Extended Diploma The 2 year Business and Accounting courses are suitable for a wide range of students to develop the skills and qualifications required by employers and Universities.

You will learn about:

• Accounting • Marketing • Human Resources • Information technology • Retailing

Students will learn to work with their peers, develop their personal skills, IT and numeracy and creative thinking. The Diploma is equivalent to 2 A Levels and the Extended Diploma is equivalent to 3 A Levels. Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Level 3 - at least five GCSEs at Grade C or above including English or Math or a Level 2 in Business

Level 3 Extended Diploma - 5 or more GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Math or have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Business with a Merit or Distinction grade profile and Level 2 functional skills in both Math and English.


Guaranteed progression

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Blackburn College. See page 108.



Why choose Blackburn College? • State of the art training restaurants

& production kitchens, open to the public, as well as a brand new £80,000 bakery classroom

• Winners of the National ‘Let’s go British’ competition

• Links with local and national businesses - with great placements including Northcote Manor, Yu & You and Mytton Fold

• Expert tutors including:

• An ex chef from Buckingham Palace

• A sugar pulling competition winner

• President of the Federation of National Bakery Students

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Zoe MccaigLevel 2 Professional Cookery

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Zoe chose Blackburn College because of the reputation of the catering department and the tutors. She enjoyed sweet success

with her white chocolate and raspberry cheesecake and a coffee cream tuille in the regional ‘Let’s go British’ finals, and

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“I’m going to progress onto the Level 3 programme then hopefully gain a career

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Hospitality or Event Management, or popular careers include:

Chefs

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Commis Chef

Pastry Chef

Catering Manager

Event Manager

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Hotel Manager

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Introduction to the Catering & Food Profession Entry Level On this course you will develop the skills and knowledge towards independent living and learning. You will also practice basic catering and food safety skills required for a profession in the hospitality and catering sector.

You will learn about: • Food service• Introduction to healthy eating • Basic food preparation and cooking • Preparing and serving drinks• Front office operations• Using kitchen equipment • Guest services in the hospitality industry

Assessment:

You will be assessed by multiple choice examinations and practical demonstrations.

Entry Requirements:

This qualification has no formal entry requirements but you will need a willingness to learn and have a passion for catering.

Apprenticeshipsavailable inCatering & Hospitality


“After my course I’d like to work my way up to become a Hotel Manager and then travel

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Joseph ShieldsSchool: Mount Carmel

High School

Links with the award-winning Yu & You restaurant in Blackburn

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Preparing for the Catering & Food ProfessionLevel 1 On this course you will learn the skills needed to progress into a catering profession.

You will learn about: • Food service• Introduction to healthy eating • Basic food preparation and cooking • Preparing and serving drinks• Front office operations• Using kitchen equipment • Guest services in the hospitality industry

Assessment:

You will be assessed by observations, projects and written or verbal questioning.

Entry Requirements:

You will need to have completed the entry level qualification or equivalent.

Competitions:

Many of our students take part in local and national competitions such as:

• Young Chef of the Year

• Let’s Go British

• North West Commis Chef of the Year

Industry awards not only enhance your skills and competitiveness, but your attractiveness to employers in the future.

George Ashton, Darwen Academy - North West Commis Chef of the Year runner up

Jesse Beetham, St. Christophers CE High School - Let’s Go British Competition Runner Up



Patisserie & Confectionary Level 2 & Level 3 On this course, you will learn a range of high level skills and techniques used by pastry chefs and patissiers. A wide range of patisserie materials, equipment and ingredients will be used in practical sessions to give you experience of standard industry practice.

You will learn: • How to produce hot and cold desserts and

puddings • To produce pastes, fillings, coatings and

sauces• To prepare, cook and finish complex

bread, dough, cake, sponge and biscuits • To prepare, process and finish complex

chocolate, marzipan, pastillage and sugar products

Assessment:

You will be continually assessed by practical assignments and theory tests.

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 - You will have a Level 1 in Professional Cookery or equivalent skills. Alternatively you may have experience in the Catering & Hospitality industry or be looking to enter the industry in the future.

Level 3 - You will need an NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 Hospitality qualification or equivalent. Alternatively you may have experience in the Catering & Hospitality industry.

Professional Cookery Level 2 & Level 3 Professional Cookery is for anyone who works or wants to work as a chef or gain a senior role in the catering and hospitality sector. You’ll gain a high standard of cookery skills and learn other workplace essentials like health and safety in a modern kitchen.

You will learn: • To prepare and cook fish, meat & poultry • To produce vibrant fruit and vegetable

dishes• To produce rice, pulse & grain dishes • To produce authentic pasta dishes • To produce egg dishes • To produce bread, cakes & sponge dishes • To produce hot & cold desserts

If you choose to study or progress on to the Level 3 professional cookery programme you will gain experience of supervising others and managing resources in our Scholars restaurant.

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Level 2 - You will have a Level 1 in Professional Cookery or equivalent skills. Alternatively you may have experience in the Catering & Hospitality industry or be looking to enter the industry in the future.

Level 3 - You will have the NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 in Professional Cookery. Alternatively you may have experience in the Hospitality industry.

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Food & Beverage Supervision Level 3 This course is for anyone who wants to work in front of house in a restaurant or other food and beverage service venues. You will gain the skills you need to deliver a great dining experience whilst experiencing serving food and beverages in our Scholar’s restaurant, which is open to the public.

You will learn: • Supervising staff & hospitality events • Menu design • Serving food & drinks • Handling bookings • Bar service• Legislation in the industry • Legal and social responsibilities of

personal license holders• Handling payments • Food safety

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

You will need an NVQ Level 2 in Multi-Skilled Hospitality, NVQ Level 2 Foods and Beverage (drink service) or the equivalent qualifications and a proven ability to serve customers confidently in a restaurant setting.

Work placements:

We have a list of reputable local employers who we work closely with, including:

• Blackburn Rovers FC

• Northcote Manor

• Mytton Fold Hotel

• The Millstone at Mellor

• The Wellbeing Farm

• In-toto Kitchens

• Brunning & Price

• James’ Places

• Maida

• You & Yu

A number of our students also work alongside entrepreneurs at the local market, learning how to develop their own businesses.

Our past students

Blackburn College has brought many well-known chefs into the limelight, such as:

• Steve Smith, Head Chef, The Freemasons

• Nigel Smith, TV chef, Restaurateur, Consultant

• Jonathon Sharpe, Global Quality Assurance Director, Hilton Hotels.



Childcare

Why choose Blackburn College? • You will study in the £18.3 million

Beacon Centre

• You will carry out work placements in schools, nurseries and play centres

• 99% Achievement rate in 2014!

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Beth Reynolds Level 3 Children’s Play, Learning

& Development School: St Bede’s High School

Beth came to Blackburn College because of the great facilities & friendly staff at the open event. She’s now progressed on to

UCBC to study Disability Studies (Inclusive Practice). Beth hopes to teach disabled

students once she graduates.

“I’ve really enjoyed learning something new & getting real life experience has

really helped me realise what work will be like when I finish my education. I’ve had five placements in two primary schools, a

disability school, hospital & nursery. “ You will study in:The £18.3 million Beacon Centre which houses practical teaching rooms for care, cooking and creative activities.

(*Includes courses where high grades and triple distinctions are possible)

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Progression opportunities:Many students progress on to

Higher Education following their Level 3 qualification in Childcare.


Au Pair/Nanny

Primary Teaching

Children’s Club Rep

Family Support Worker

Hospital Play Worker

Nursery Practitioner/Assistant/

Manager

Child Psychologist

Social Worker

Special Needs Support Worker

Teaching Assistant

Youth Worker

Achieved 77% high grades & 65% triple distinctions*

Enrichment & EmployabilityAll learners will participate in work experience in a variety of settings including schools, nurseries, and children’s play centres. Learners may also wish to take on voluntary work or paid summer work such as Camp America or local play schemes.

Learners will also have the opportunity to gain a First Aid qualification on a Level 3 course and take part in the Virtual Baby Programme.



Certificate in CareEntry Level This Entry Level course will give learners an interest and understanding of the skills needed to care for children and adults. Learners will also have the opportunity to go on supported work placement visits with their tutors. We have 100% achievement on this course.

You will learn about: • Having confidence with day to day tasks• Creative activities for children and adults• Preparing for work placement• Taking care of yourself

Assessment:

You will be assessed by written and practical tasks.

Entry Requirements:

There are no GCSEs required to study this course but you must be willing to work hard.

Teaching & Learning in Schools Level 2 This is a 1 year full-time course for young people who wish to work in a school environment, supporting teaching and learning. You will attend college 3 days per week and placement for 2 days per week.

You will learn about: • Behaviour management • Safeguarding• Child and young person development • Communication • Equality, diversity and inclusion

Assessment:

You will be assessed by observations and practical work and by submitting a portfolio of work.

Entry Requirements:

You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grade D or above, including Maths and English.

Caring for ChildrenLevel 1 This is a one year course for young people interested in building their skills and knowledge in caring for children. You will learn about: • Eating healthy• Living a healthy lifestyle• Growth and development of children• Keeping children and babies safe

Assessment:

You will be assessed by assignments, practical tasks and your work placement Entry Requirements:

You will need 4 GCSEs at Grade E or above, including Maths and English.

Apprenticeshipsavailable inChildcare


Kelly Wrightson, Albany High School - Achieved D*D*D*

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An introduction to Early Years, Education & Care Level 2 This one year full time course is for those who wish to work with children and young people and is designed to help learners build the knowledge and skills needed when working under supervision with children and young people from birth to 19 years of age. Learners will attend college 2.5 days per week and placement for 2 days per week. This course will prepare learners to work in the childcare sector or to progress to a Level 3 qualification.

You will learn about: • Supporting positive behaviour• Children and young persons

development• Safeguarding • Understanding partnership working

Assessment:

You will be assessed by written tasks, activities and practical assessments. You will also be assessed whilst on work placement.

Entry Requirements:

You will need at least 4 GCSEs at grade D including English Language and Maths, along with a positive school report for attendance and punctuality.

Children’s Play Learning & Development (Early Years Educator)Level 3 National Certificate & Level 3 National Diploma These two year, full-time courses will enable learners to achieve a nationally recognised qualification with Early Years Educator Status, enabling learners to progress into employment as an early years practitioner or progress to University. Learners will also gain work experience in a range of early years settings.

You will learn about: • Child Development• Child Protection• Meeting children’s physical development • Care and Health Needs• Health, education and social services for

children and their families • Collaboration with parents, colleagues

and other professionals

Assessment:

You will be assessed by coursework and your practical performance will be observed in Early Years’ settings.

Entry Requirements:

Level 3 Certificate - 4 Cs at GCSE including English and a D in Maths

Level 3 Diploma - 5 Cs at GCSE including English and Maths.

NOTE: To join these Childcare courses you must have a good teacher reference and satisfactory police check (DBS) which we can organise.



Computing& IT

Why choose Blackburn College? • To gain the skills and knowledge

that will prepare you for University or a career in an IT or computing role

• Learn about the development of digital and modern technologies

• Opportunity to gain an IT Career Academy internship with local and national business links to enhance your CV

• A Level 3 course can boost your lifetime earnings by up to £92,000!

• Fantastic gaming room and

computer suites

• CISCO Academy accreditation

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Jack RileyLevel 3 Extended Diploma Interactive

Media & Software School: Darwen Vale High School

“I have loved my time at college – the tutor support is fantastic, and it is easy to make friends. We all have a love for Animation. I aim to go to university and study a Computing and Games

Design course.”

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You will study in:St Paul’s Computing Centre where there are over 250 computers equipped with industry standard and specialist software.

Some of our students are now employed as:• IT Manager - Lawson Taylor LLP

• Information Systems Analyst - Esri (UK)

• Managing Director - Magnesium

Communications / Web Officer - East Lancs NHS Trust

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Once you have achieved a Level 3 or above in a

computing course, you will have the option of going to

University.


Computer engineering

Computer games development

Data analysis

Database development

Digital media

Games design

IT Administration

IT customer support

IT Security

Network administration

Programmer

Software development

Systems analysis

Website development

48% High grades & 35% triple distinctions on our Level 3 Extended Diploma



IT & Software Skills Entry Level This 1 year course will provide you with the understanding and skills needed to prepare you for employment or college progression. Taught in small class sizes, you will develop the ability to understand written instructions and produce written reports with minimal help. You will also study functional skills in English and Maths. Successful completion will enable you to progress on to a Level 1 computing course.


• Databases • Design software • Multimedia • Spreadsheets • Video software • Word processing Assessment:

You will be assessed by written & practical work. There will be no exams.

Entry Requirements:

There are no formal entry requirements for this course but learners must show an interest in using computers.

Diploma in ICTLevel 1 This one year course will be related to working in the IT industry to gain the skills required to progress into a career or progress to a higher qualification. The majority of the course will be spent on practical IT activities. You will also study functional skills in English and Maths.

You will learn about: • Computer hardware and networks • Computer programming with gaming • Computer systems • Creating digital images • Handling data using spreadsheets and

databases • Using IT to create business solutions

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Two GCSEs at Grade E or above. One should be English Language or Maths and one IT. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

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Preparation for Work Level 1

This one year nationally recognised Level 1 course will develop existing IT skills whilst enhancing your employability skills.

Taught in small class sizes you will study functional skills in English and Maths alongside core units to enable you to develop vital problem solving techniques. Successful completion will enable you to progress on to a Level 2 computing course or into the world of work.


• Completing job application forms • Desktop publishing software • Drawing & planning software • Imaging software • Internet & video software • Using mobile IT devices

Assessment:

You will be assessed by a portfolio of work which will be assessed by your tutor.

Entry Requirements:

Successful completion of an IT Entry course or an ability to demonstrate a keen interest in IT. GCSE in English at grade E would be desirable.


IT with Games ProgrammingLevel 2 On this one year Level 2 course you will gain skills in multimedia design, animation and developing computer games using digital applications, which will all provide a wide range of career options. You will also study functional skills in English and Maths. Successful completion will enable you to progress on to a Level 3 computing course, or into the world of work.


• Building a personal computer• Computational thinking• Computing in the workplace • Creating digital animation • Creating digital graphics • Multimedia gaming• Software development• Software systems development • Spreadsheets• Technology systems • The online world Assessment:

You will be assessed by assignmentsand tests.

Entry Requirements:

3 GCSEs at Grade D and above, including English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.


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Creative Design in TechnologyLevel 3 Diploma

On this 2 year full time course you will learn a range of new skills that combine computing with the creative arts. Communication methods such as blogging and social networks will be developed and the skills will be used to undertake a project planning module. The majority of this course will be spent doing practical work. Following successful completion of this course may see you progress on to university or into employment.


• 3D modelling• Animation • Computer systems • Computers in art & design • Control technologies • Digital graphics • Human computer interaction • Programming technologies • Soft circuit electronics • Website production

Assessment:

The course will be 100% coursework and set assignments.

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English or Maths. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

iBusinessLevel 3 Extended Diploma

Developed in association with industry and employers, iBusiness is the use of digital media to attract and engage with current and potential customers, for example online advertising, email and mobile device marketing, search engine optimisation. You will develop an understanding of the business environment, including legal, regulatory and ethical requirements in sales and marketing, the use of social media, website and imaging software and project management.

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Level 3 Extended Diploma - 5 or more GCSEs grade C or above including English and Maths or have completed a Level 2 with a Merit or Distinction Grade in Business or IT and Level 2 functional skills in both Maths and English.

If you are studying a Level 3 Extended Diploma you will have the opportunity to apply for a place in the Career Academy.

You will have access to guru lecturers and be mentored by an employer from industry. You will also carry out a paid internship for 6

weeks to gain work experience and invaluable skills.

To find out more, you can visit the career academy website:

www.careeracademies.org.uk

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Interactive Media & Software(Inc Networking & Security)Level 3 & Level 3 Extended Diploma

This intensive 2 year full-time course is designed for those who want to concentrate their learning in the area of IT. In the first year you will study common units. In your second year you will chose a specialist route such as Programming, Software Development or Systems Support.


• Business information systems• Computer animations and web

Animations• Computer networks • Computer systems • Database design• Developing computer games • Graphics • Installing and upgrading software • IT essentials • Multimedia design • Programming• Software development • Web animation for interactive media • Website production and management Assessment:

The course will be 100% coursework and set assignments.

Entry Requirements:

Level 3 - At least five GCSEs at Grade C or above including English or Math or a Level 2 in IT at Merit or above.

Level 3 Extended Diploma - A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English and Maths. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

If you are thinking of studying a Level 3 Extended

Diploma and you have Maths GCSE A grade you

could apply for the IT Technical Baccalaureate.

Employers are increasingly looking for employees with a blend of

theoretical and practical skills and this qualification will give you an alternative route to A levels,

ensuring you have the technical ability employers want.

Alongside your Level 3 Extended Diploma you will also study an

A/S Level in Maths and be asked to complete an extended project which

will develop and test your skills in extended writing, communication,

research, self-discipline and self-motivation.

IT TECHNICAL BACCALAUREATE





Construction &

Engineering

Why choose Blackburn College? • Study in real life workshop

facilities

• Brand new £7 million Sir Bill Taylor Futures Centre

• Links with local and national employers

• Industry trained tutors with experience in the field

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Construction and the Built EnvironmentSchool: Witton Park High School

Bradley is fulfilling his dreams and has even won the coveted Best Overall Full-Time student award at the Blackburn College annual Construction Awards. He is now

studying a HNC in Construction at UCBC.

“I always wanted to go into construction as my grandad used to be a bricklayer &

scaffolder. I want to be a site manager, you never get bored in construction.”

Enrichment & Employability• Alongside your course you will

regularly visit construction sites to gain a better understanding of what it will be like once you become qualified to work.

• Many students seek part time or voluntary work with architects, surveyors and building companies to gain some real life experience alongside their studies and enhance their CV.

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Following your course, you may wish to gain a job in the industry,

find an apprenticeship or continue with higher education.


Architecture

Bench joinery

Bricklaying

Building services engineer

CAD technician

Building services estimator

Quantity surveyor

Building surveyor

Electrical engineer

Electrician

Estate management

Fitted interiors

Heating engineer

Plumbing

Site joinery

You will study in:The fully equipped construction centre or the brand new £7 million Sir Bill Taylor Futures Centre. Our facilities are some of the best in the area. With environmental technology workshops, mechanical workshop, electrical laboratories, a mock bungalow, CAD facilities and a real life plant room.



ConstructionEntry Level, Level 1 & Level 2 These courses are designed to give students a general introduction to the construction industry. You’ll be in College for approximately 2½ days per week and will spend roughly half of this time in our various workshops where you’ll cover Carpentry and Joinery, Brickwork and Multicraft Construction activities and techniques including building small brick walls and laying paving.


• Starting work in construction• Developing skills & working safely in

construction • Personal effectiveness• Financial management • Social responsibility at work Assessment:

You will be assessed by project work.

Entry Requirements:

Entry Level – No prior knowledge or GCSEs are required but entrance must be competent at basic literacy and numeracy

Level 1 - You will need GCSE Grades D-E in Maths and English

Level 2 – you will need 2 GCSEs at Grade D, one in Mathematics.

Jefferson Sanchez

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

D*D*D*

Jefferson has excelled in his studies after coming to England 6 years ago speaking

very little English. He is now going on to The University of Leeds to study Robotics and

Mechatronics.

“ I have had a great time at Blackburn College and have made loads of new friends in England. . I can’t wait to

go to University!”

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BricklayingLevel 1, Level 2 & Level 3 This course is designed to develop your practical skills in a training environment. You will be in College for roughly 2½ days per week and your time will be split between the classroom and the workshop. At Level 1 you will learn basic bricklaying techniques (using brick and block) as you construct cavity walls and understand how to set out a building project using basic drawings. You’ll progress to look at sustainable building methods and materials at Level 2 as you learn about foundations, flooring, roofing, windows and doors and how to price projects. At Level 3 you will look more closely at sustainability (timber frames, steel structures etc.) and will move into more complex masonry structures, such as arches, stonework, flagging and concreting.

Assessment:

You will be assessed by multiple choice exams and your practical skills will be observed throughout the year.

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 -You will need GCSE Grade D-E in Maths and English.

Level 2 - You will need GCSE Grade D in Maths, English and the successful completion of Level 1 Brickwork or equivalent.

Level 3 - You will need GCSE Grade D in Maths, English and the successful completion of Level 2 Brickwork or equivalent.

Carpentry & Joinery Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3 Our Carpentry & Joinery courses are designed to give you the hand skills and knowledge required to follow a career in this area of Construction. You’ll spend approximately half of your time in our fully-equipped workshop where you will progress from making simple joints and window frames at Level 1, through to fitting doors, skirting board, architraves, stairs, flooring, simple roofs and studded partitions at Level 2, and finally moving to complex joinery (roofing, sash windows etc.) at Level 3. You’ll be introduced to a wide range of hand and power tools along the way and will be guided by a team of fully qualified, professional carpenters and joiners.

Assessment:

You will be assessed by your portfolio of evidence gathered throughout your course, as well as multiple choice exams and practical observations.

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 - Two GCSE passes at Grade D-E should include English and Maths. Alternatively, a Grade C or higher in resistant materials/design technology.

Level 2 - A GCSE Grade D in Maths, English and the successful completion of Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery or equivalent.

Level 3 - You will need GCSE Grade D in Maths, English and the successful completion of Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery or equivalent.





PlumbingEntry Level, Level 1, Level 2 &

Level 3 During our plumbing courses you will be introduced to some of the basics and will start to learn how to think and work like a plumber - including how to bend, joint and test pipework, how to solder, etc. When you’ve completed your Level 1 you may be able to gain an apprenticeship or move up to the Level 2 course, where you’ll learn about welding and forming with sheet lead, plastic pipework, refrigeration and air conditioning, together with basic electrical operations and general plumbing maintenance. At Level 3 the qualification covers many areas within plumbing and domestic heating which will prepare you for a career in plumbing.


• Introduction to construction work• Health & safety• Personal work skills • Plumbing operations • Handling and storing of materials and

components • Central heating systems • Domestic water systems Assessment:

You will be assessed by project work, multiple choice tests and practical assignments.

Entry Requirements:

Entry Level – No prior knowledge or GCSEs is required but entrants must be competent at basic literacy and numeracy.

Level 1 – successful completion of the entry level course or equivalent. You will also need to undertake a BPEC aptitude test.

Level 2 - Completion of the Level 1 course, or four GCSEs at Grade C to include English, Mathematics, ICT and Science. You will also need to undertake a BPEC aptitude test.

Level 3 - Completion of the Level 2 course, at least 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, or the equivalent qualifications.


Fitted InteriorsLevel 1 & Level 2 This course is aimed at those who would like to learn and develop the skills & knowledge required to install kitchens and cloakrooms. You’ll be in College for 2½ days per week and will spend around 60% of that time in our workshops, where you will gain the skills you’ll need in woodwork & basic plumbing as you install fitted furniture (kitchen units), learn basic tiling and flooring techniques and ‘plumb-in’ sinks and toilets. On successful completion you may wish to progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery to extend your skills or look for suitable employment.


• Site carpentry skills• Bench joinery skills• Cabinet making skills • Pipework skills • Tiling skills Assessment:

You will be assessed by practical performance observations. Entry Requirements:

Level 1 – you will need a minimum of GCSE Grades D in English and Maths.

Level 2 – you will need a minimum of GCSE Grades D in English and Maths and successful completion of Level 1.

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Electrical InstallationLevel 1 & Level 2

This course is aimed at learners that have a keen interest in electrical installation and for those who want to gain the knowledge and abilities that will enable them to progress onto an Electrical Apprenticeship programme or if you want to learn the basics of electrical principles and practice to help start off your career.


• Principles of electrical science• Electrical installations technology • Installation of electrical systems and

enclosures• How to communicate with others in

building services • Health and safety in electric installation Assessment:

You will be assessed by online exams and practical assessments. Entry Requirements:

Level 1 –You will need a GCSE grade D in Maths and English

Level 2 - 4 GCSEs at grade D or above. One of which needs to be mathematics.

Electrical EngineeringLevel 2 & Level 3 Extended Diploma

Have you noticed how home entertainment systems are changing? Ever thought about how you would go about installing a solar panel, installing domestic electrical circuits or repairing a wind turbine system?

Our learners train on the most up-to-date equipment and cover a full range of practical activities around electrical fault-finding, electronic circuit design, construction and more. When you have successfully completed the Level 2 you can seek employment in the industry or take your studies to a Level 3 Extended Diploma.


• Health & safety within electrical installation

• Electrical principles• Engineering design• Selecting and using programmable

controllers• Measurement and testing• You will design, build and test electrical

circuits and look at the emerging environmental technologies including wind, solar power and solar thermal

Assessment:

You will be assessed by practical observations and ongoing written assignments. Entry Requirements:

Level 2 – you will need at least 2 GCSEs at Grade D, one in Mathematics.

Level 3 Extended Diploma – you will need a Level 2 qualification in a similar subject area, or four GCSEs at Grades A*-C or equivalent qualifications.


Construction & the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering)Level 3 Extended Diploma

Building Services Engineering is a practical work related qualification. You will also visit local construction sites and sustainable technology exhibitions.


• Estimating and tendering• Ventilation and air conditioning• Low temperature hot water heating• Plumbing technology• Health, safety and welfare in construction • Sustainable construction • Mathematics • Science and materials in construction

Assessment:

You will be assessed by coursework, assignments and practical observations. Entry Requirements:

A Level 2 qualification in a similar subject area, or four GCSEs at Grades A*- Cor equivalent qualifications.


Construction & the Built Environment Level 3 Extended Diploma

Our Professional Building Studies programmes are full-time, two year courses offering suitable pathways to Higher Education. Construction & The Built Environment focuses on land surveying using the latest professional equipmen, such as 2D & 3D technical drawing; computer aided design and modelling (with industry-standard software) and more.


• Health & safety in the construction industry

• Sustainable construction • Mathematics in the construction industry• Science and materials • Construction technology and design • Building technology in construction Assessment:

You will be continually assessed through coursework, assignments and practical observations. Entry Requirements:

A Level 2 qualification in a similar subject area, four GCSEs at Grades A*-C or equivalent qualifications.

Ali ShahLevel 3 Mechanical

Engineering

“After my Mechanical Engineering course I

am going to university to study Mechatronics

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Environmental Sustainability Level 3 Extended Diploma

This two year full time course has been developed to give learners the opportunity to enter employment in the environmental/sustainability sector or progress on to Higher Education. It covers a wide range of industry related subject specific units such as:

• Sustainable development• Water and waste management• Natural resources• Pollution control and management• Sustainable development • Coastal management • Transport and urban planning

Assessment:

Students will be assessed through coursework, case studies and presentations. Entry Requirements:

At least a Level 2 portfolio, or 4 GCSEs at grade A*-C. Equivalent qualifications and relevant professional or industrial experience will be considered.

This new course is for students interested in Engineering. At Level 2 it covers a wide range of topics including:

• Engineering maths• Science• Practical work in fitting & machining• Health & safety• Communication in engineering• Computer aided design

At Level 3 you will additionally cover:

• Further maths• Mechanical principles• Electrical principles• Business• Communication in engineering• Computer aided manufacturing

Assessment:

You will be assessed by a series of assignments, exams and practical assessments.

Entry Requirements :

Level 2 – At least 4 GCSEs grade D or above. A grade C in mathematics is desirable but not essential.

Level 3 Extended Diploma – At least 4 GCSEs grade C or above. A grade C in mathematics is essential.

MECHANICALENGINEERING(Level 2 & Level 3 Extended Diploma)



Creative Arts

Why choose Blackburn College? • You will study in the £18.3 million

Beacon Centre

• Exclusive UAL (University of the Arts London) accreditation & progression agreement on many of our courses

• Annual exhibition to showcase your work

• Specialist tutors with industry knowledge and experience

• Fantastic employer & industry links

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School: Alder Grange High School

Bethany chose Blackburn College because she was impressed by the student artwork

and the college resources, space and studios. She took part in the end of year

exhibition and displayed her major project of up cycled furniture.

“I picked things out of skips, made chairs out of shopping trollies and made a chandelier

out of an old bike wheel and chains. I’m studying the Foundation Diploma in Art &

Design and then possibly setting up my own business selling my work.”

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You will study in:The new £18.3 million Beacon Centre, with state of the art facilities such as Apple Mac design suites, spacious studios, industrial sewing machines, screen printing and weaving equipment and our very own in house photography studio and infinity curve.

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Progression opportunities:Many students progress on to

careers such as:

Animator

Advertising Art Director

Ceramics Designer

Exhibition Designer

Fashion Buyer

Fashion Designer

Fashion Photographer

Fine Artist

Forensic Photographer

Furniture Restorer

Furniture Designer

Games Designer

Glass Blower / Designer

Graphic Designer | Illustrator

Interior Designer

Product Designer

Website Designer

All our level 3 Art & Design courses, along with our

flagship Foundation Diploma are awarded by the prestigious University of the Arts, London

Awarding Body (UAL).

This specialist leading body only allow their qualifications to be delivered by

outstanding Creative Arts departments. UAL partners with some of the best

Universities in the world for creative education including Central Saint Martins, Chelsea School of Art and

London College of Fashion. We are proud to work with such an exclusive partner.

Our Foundation Diploma has achieved the highest distinction rate in the

country!

100% progression to university and employment

The foundation shop has generated over £5k of income for graduating students,

demonstrating academic excellence and preparation for industry!

University of Arts London

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Enrichment & Employability• One of only 10 colleges in the country

to have UAL (University of the Arts London) accredited courses and a progression agreement in place

• A diverse visiting lecturer programme that includes Lecturers from Chelsea School of Art and the Saatchi Gallery

• We help our students find relevant part time work to enhance your chance of employment and give you a taste of working in a creative career

• Work on real live projects from local initiatives

• Opportunity to produce work with the Liverpool Tate Gallery, The Saatchi Gallery and having work published in magazines or shown on TV and at Film Festivals.

Thea Halleron-PlaceStudying Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & DesignSchool: St Wilfrid’s High School “The tutors at Blackburn College have loads of industry experience and are inspiring and motivating. You feel like

you have the freedom to be as creative asyou want!”


Blackburn College CEO and Principal Dr. Thomas Moore & students meeting UAL Representative Anglea Drisdale-Gordon.

Assessment:

You will be assessed by regular coursework throughout your studies and a final major project at the end of the course.

Entry requirements:

You will need four GCSEs with at least two at C or D Grades, or a Level 1 in Art and Design.


Art and DesignLevel 1, Level 2 and Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma Level 1Our Art & Design courses are some of the best in the country. The Level 1 is a great introductory course for learners who might lack the experience, confidence or qualifications to gain a place on the Level 2 programme, and will help you gain skills across a range of art and design subjects, as well as your communication, computer and numeracy skills.

Assessment:


Entry requirements:

This course is aimed at learners who do not have GCSE qualifications at Grade C or above. You must provide samples of artwork which demonstrate a keen interest and ability in Art and Design.

Level 2 This one year course is a great introduction to Art & Design for those students who don’t quite achieve the grades to go directly on to one of our Level 3 Art and Design courses. It will introduce you to all the main areas of art, design and media creative work, offering a variety of projects to develop skills and confidence. You will learn basic skills in:

• Materials, processes and technical skills

• 2 dimensional work e.g. drawing, textiles, graphics & photography

• 3 dimensional work e.g. ceramics, sculpture & 3D products

• Time based work e.g. animation, video, time lapse photography).

Level 3 Extended Diploma This course will give you a taste of Art & Design, photography, 3D work, graphic design & textiles, before making a choice about what you would prefer to specialise in. The course is awarded by the highly regarded UAL (University of Arts London Awarding Body).

You will learn: • Tackling challenging and specific creative

assignments • Core drawing skills • Solving 2D problems• Solving 3D problems• Textiles• Photography • Graphic communication

Assessment:


Entry requirements:

Applicants should have a Level 2 Merit or Distinction Grade portfolio or at least four GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including English Language).




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PhotographyLevel 3 UAL Extended Diploma Our photography courses will give you the skills you need to turn your passion for creating images into a career. With hard work and determination studying one of our University of Arts London (UAL) Photography focussed courses, you could end up creating images that could be seen the world over. With the right ambition you could be a photojournalist, a fashion or advertising photographer, a fine art photographer shooting landscapes, cityscapes or portraits, even working as a forensic photographer.

You will learn about studio and location photography such as: • Landscape• Fashion• Commercial• Fine art • Dark room and digital imaging• Lighting techniques

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Applicants should have at least, a BTEC or UAL Level 2 Merit or Distinction Grade portfolio, at least four GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including English Language) or equivalent.


UAL Progression:As part of the UAL programme, you will be guaranteed an interview with a UAL institution and will be offered interview advice and guidance in preparation for leaving college.

Popular universities include:

• Central St Martins

• London College of Fashion

• Chelsea School of Art

• Scottish Film Academy at Edinburgh Napier University

• The Slade

• Goldsmiths

• Ruskin School of Art at University of Oxford

• Ravensbourne

• Falmouth College of Art


Interior DesignLevel 3 UAL Extended Diploma All spaces are designed, whether they are commercial retail spaces for high street brands, office spaces, specialist medical facilities, hotel rooms and lobbies, a private home or even a stage or film set. If you would like a career where you design interiors using colour effectively, planning how you use natural or artificial light for ambience or choosing the surface covering to make a design practical and hardwearing or maybe grand and luxurious and selecting the right furniture for the job, then one of our interior design courses is for you.

You will learn: • Interior and spatial design practice • Core drawing & visual studies • 3 dimensional realisation • Materials & surfaces• Construction techniques• Surface pattern design• Sustainability

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Applicants should have at least a Level 2 or at least four GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including English Language). Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

Graphic DesignLevel 3 UAL Extended Diploma If you want to learn how to work with typography, image and motion and want a career as an illustrator, print designer (working on magazines, advertising, brochures or packaging) or perhaps designing exhibition stands, logos and corporate identity, television graphics, producing animation, web sites or even in games design, our UAL awarded graphic design course will put you on the right path to working in this exciting and vibrant industry.

You will learn: • Graphic communication practice• Typography• Illustration• Design for print • Design for screen (web and interface

design)• Packaging

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Applicants should have at least a Level 2 or at least four GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including English Language) or equivalent.

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Fashion DesignLevel 3 UAL Extended Diploma Fashion and Textiles is about exploiting ways fabrics are formed and learning how processes such as printing, embroidery or weave can be used to create interesting textures and effects. Fashion designers have a keen eye on trends and what will be the next style but also how they can work more ethically in today’s fast paced world. If you would relish the chance to start a career in fashion or textiles then one of our University of Arts London (UAL) courses is for you.

You will learn: • Pattern cutting and print • Core drawing skills • Fashion illustration • Printmaking • Surface pattern design• Garment construction • Weave & embroidery• Designing couture, high street fashion,

sportswear, children’s clothes, shoes and underwear

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Applicants should have at least a Level 2 or at least four GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including English Language) or equivalent.

Art & DesignLevel 3 / UAL Foundation Diploma Our Foundation Diploma course will prepare you for degree courses across a whole range of disciplines and future careers.

We have seven pathways on our course:

1. Painting and drawing2. Media3. Photography4. Textiles and fashion5. Visual communication6. Printmaking7. 3D with sculpture

This course is aimed at students who have completed a level three course and wish to broaden their portfolio and experience but also to adults who would like to re-enter education and even employment. The Foundation Diploma prides itself on being one of the best foundation courses in the country, with the highest Distinction pass rate to prove it! This allows our students to progress to the most prestigious degree courses.

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Applicants should have at least a Level 3 with Merit or Distinction Grade portfolio or four GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including English Language).Equivalent qualifications will be considered. See website for Adult and International entry requirements.



Hairdressing& Beauty Therapy

Why choose Blackburn College? • State-of-the-art commercial salons,

which are open to the public

• Industry trained and experienced tutors

• Excellent links with local & national employers

• Progression to higher education at the University Centre at Blackburn College

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School: Blackburn Central High School

Megan and her model Brittany took part in the annual Hair & Beauty show to

demonstrate their skills. Megan eventually wants to become a famous hairdresser so is enhancing her knowledge and skills in the

industry through an apprenticeship.

“I’m now looking for a barbering apprentice so I can become really good at styling mens

hair as well as womens, improving my techniques and learning everything there is to know! I’ve really enjoyed coming to

college and met loads of new friends. It was definitely the right decision.”

We work with:• Wella

• Illamasqua

• Dennis Williams

• Dermalogica,

• Jane Iredale make-up

• NSI

• Steiner cruise liners

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You will study in:The New Victoria Centre. Our salons are equipped to the highest industry standards. We have our very own commercial Academy Hair and Beauty studios, including a spa, five hairdressing salons, a specialist barbering salon, a nail room, four beauty therapy studios and a media make up studio.

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straight into the industry, gain an apprenticeship or continue with a higher education course such as FdSc Complementary Therapies

then BSc (Hons) Professional Practice in Complementary

Therapies.

Popular careers include:

Hairdressing / Barbering

Beauty Salons

Cruise Liners

Fashion Photography

Freelance

Media Make-up Artist

Nail Technicians

Salon Work

Spa/Holistic Therapist

Teaching

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BarberingLevel 2 & Level 3 These courses are for anyone who is looking to gain traditional and modern barbering techniques to help you gain employment in the barbering or hairdressing industry.

You will learn about: • Client consultation • Cutting mens hair & facial hair • Styling mens hair • Colouring• Scalp massage

On completion of the Level 2 course you could progress onto Level 3 where you will achieve a higher standard and more creative skill set, enhancing the range of your practical ability with areas such as shaving, face massage and the cutting of hair patterns.

Assessment:

You will need to carry out theory assessments and practical assessments on models in a realistic working environment with industrial timings.

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 - You will need a suitable reference from your tutor, evidence of good attendance and punctuality and a commitment to succeed.

Level 3 – You will need a Level 2 Barbering or Hairdressing qualification, or equivalent.

Hairdressing Level 1 This 1 year full time course will give you an introduction to the skills required in the hairdressing industry.

You will learn about: • Shampooing and conditioning hair• Blow drying • Reception duties• Plaiting and twisting hair• Creating effective working relationships• Preparing and maintaining salon work

areas• Health & safety

Assessment:

You will need to carry out theory assessments and practical assessments on models in a realistic working environment.

Entry Requirements:

You will be required to attend an interview and provide evidence of good attendance, punctuality and a commitment to achieve.

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Hair & Media Make-up Level 2 & Level 3 These programmes prepare you with the skills to become a Professional Make-up Artist.

At Level 2 you will cover the following:

• Application of make-up• Body art design• Art of fashion and photographic make-up• Eyelash and brow treatments• Art of dressing and colouring hair • Skin tanning techniques

You can advance your skills by progressing onto the Level 3 course where you will study:

• Airbrushing• Fashion & photographic make-up• Face & body art• Camouflage make-up• Media make-up• Creative hairdressing

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Level 2 - You will need 3 GCSEs Grade C or equivalent.

Level 3 – You will need a Level 2 in Media Make up or a related course. Applicants with relevant skills or qualifications may be considered at course leader’s discretion.

Ruth Moulden Media Hair & Make up LecturerRuth completed her Level 2 and Level 3 in Media Hair and Make-up at Blackburn College before

going on to complete her teacher training. Ruth is also a freelance make-up artist, working closely

with local theatres and on television productions and often finds lots of work placements and volunteering

opportunities for her students.



Beauty Therapy Level 1 This 1 year full time programme will give you an introduction to the skills required to be successful in the beauty industry.

You will learn about: • Presenting a professional image• Skin care• Basic make-up application• Basic manicure treatments• Basic pedicure treatments• Nail art• Working with others • Health & safety

Assessment:

You will need to carry out theory assessments and practical assessments on models in a realistic working environment.

Entry Requirements:

You will be required to attend an interview and provide evidence of good attendance, punctuality and a commitment to achieve.

Beauty Therapy Level 2 & Level 3 If you wish to embark on a career in Beauty Therapy, this course is just for you. At Level 2 you will learn all the basic skills such as:

• Facial skin care• Application of make-up• Manicure services• Pedicure services• Waxing and eyebrow & lash treatments• Health & safety

Once you have completed level 2 you can move on to level 3, gaining further knowledge in massage or holistics, facial electrics treatments, self-tanning plus other skills to make you highly employable. You will also learn about the operation of the sauna, steam & hydro therapy, providing body wraps & floatation treatments and carrying out massages using pre-blended aromatherapy oils.

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

Level 2 – You will need 3 GCSEs at Grade C or above. You should have a good record of attendance, punctuality, good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Level 3 – A Level 2 in Beauty Therapy or other relevant industrial experience.

Nail TechnologyLevel 3

This course is for anyone who wishes to work in the nail industry. During the Level 2 Beauty Therapy course you will cover nail technology, make-up, lash & brow treatments and tanning techniques.

Once completed, you can progress onto Level 3 in Nails to gain more advanced skills and techniques such as:

• Airbrush nail art • Nail art techniques • Acrylic and gel techniques and colours • Acrylics and 3D Nail Art

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

You will need a Level 2 qualification in Beauty Therapy or Nail Services, plus basic artificial nail experience, or other relevant industrial experience.

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Spa & Holistic Practice Level 3 This one year course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to provide a holistic approach to clients.

You will learn about: • Body massage treatments • Stone therapy treatments • Operating the sauna, steam and

hydrotherapy equipment• Body wrapping and floatation techniques • Indian head massage

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

You will need a Level 2 qualification in Beauty Therapy or other relevant industry experience.






Facilities:When you are not on placement, you will be based in the £18.3 million Beacon Centre and have access to practical teaching rooms for care, cooking and creative activities.

Why choose Blackburn College? • Hands on experience with up to

800 hours work experience

• Based in the fantastic £18.3million Beacon Centre

• Student winner of Cadet of the Year across Lancashire & Cumbria!

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You may wish to progress on to higher education, or go straight

into the Health & Social Care sector.


Day Care Centre or Care Worker

Family Support Worker

Heath Care Assistant

Healthcare Practitioner

Home Carer

Midwife

Nurse

Operating Department Staff

Paramedic/Ambulance Staff

Physiotherapist

Probation worker & Community Justice worker

Radiographer

Social Worker

Youth Worker

Layla BridgesLevel 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care (Cadet Programme) School: St Christopher’s High School

Layla has recently won ‘Cadet of the Year’ across Lancashire & Cumbria, beating over 700 other students!

“I really enjoy my time at Blackburn College, mainly because of the friendly teachers, but also because of the vast amount of work experience we get in the industry, working alongside health professionals. After 2 years on the course I have gained 800 hours of work experience, as well as being a part of a Healthwatch Board project, where I had the opportunity to put my ideas forward to Blackburn with Darwen about the health care in the community.

After College, I want to go to UCLan to study Children’s Nursing so I can become a Children’s Health Visitor.”



Health & Social CareEntry Level, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 3 Extended Diploma The Health & Social Care courses at Blackburn College will introduce you to working in the Health Care sector, providing you with theoretical knowledge and practical experience to gain employment in the industry.

Entry Level: At entry level you will learn about:

• Having confidence with day to day tasks• Creative activities for children and adults• Preparing for work placement• Taking care of yourself

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:


Level 1:This course is for learners who want to explore the possibilities of working in the Health & Social care sector.

At level 1 you will learn about:

• Preparing for work placement• Creative activities for children and adults• Communication with adults and children• Job opportunities in Health & Social Care

Assessment

You will be assessed by assignments, practical tasks and on your work placement.

Entry Requirements:You will need 4 GCSEs at Grade E including Maths & English.

Level 2:This course will suit you if you want to explore the possibilities of working in Health & Social Care .

At level 2 you will learn about:

• Communication in health & social care settings

• The role of a health & social care worker• The duty of care in health & social care

settings• Health & safety in health & social care

settings

Assessment You will be assessed by written and practical assignments, as well as your time on work placements 2 days per week.

Entry Requirements:To study at Level 2 you will need 4 D Grades at GCSE including Maths & English.

Level 3: At level 3 you will learn about:

• Developing effective communication in health & social care settings

• Equality, diversity & rights • Health, safety & security in care settings• Complementary therapies • Psychological perspectives in health &

social care

Assessment You will be assessed by assignments and practical tasks. You will attend work placement 2 days per week. Entry Requirements:To study at Level 3 you will need four or more A*- C grades at GCSE including English and a D in Maths, or have completed the level 2 programme.

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Level 3 Extended Diploma:

On the level 3 extended diploma, you will learn about all of the areas studied on the level 3 programme plus:

• Development through the life stages • Fundamentals of anatomy & physiology • Sociology perspectives• Psychological perspectives• 40% time on placement

Assessment You will be assessed by coursework, assignments and practical tasks. Entry Requirements:You will need a minimum of 5 Cs with a C in English and Maths.

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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The cadet programme is an initiative, operating between Blackburn College and East Lancashire Hospital Trust.

Cadets spend alternate weeks in college and on placement, gaining invaluable experience. Cadet placements include:

Accident & Emergency, Theatre, Maternity Units, Paediatric Wards and

Surgical Units.

You will learn about all of the mandatory units studied on the level 3 programmes, additional to carrying out over 800 hours

of work placements, which the college will help you arrange.

Assessment:

You will be assessed by coursework, assignments and practical tasks.

Entry Requirements:

To be a cadet, you need high academic grades (5 or more A*-C grades including

English and Maths) as well as a keen commitment to work independently.

Level 3 Extended Diploma


Please note: to study on one of our Health & Social Care courses, students will be required to have a clear DBS

(Disclosure & Barring Service) check, and suitable reference.

Certificate in CareEntry Level This Entry Level course will give learners an interest and understanding of the skills needed to care for children and adults. You will also have the opportunity to go on supported work placement visits with your tutors. We have 100% achievement on this course.

You will learn about: • Having confidence with day to day tasks• Creative activities for children and adults• Preparing for work placement• Taking care of yourself

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:



Media

Why choose Blackburn College? • You will study in the £7 million Sir

Bill Taylor Futures Centre

• Great industry partnerships and professional links including Media City, Tate Gallery & The BBC

• Experienced and award winning staff

• UAL (University of the Arts London) accredited Foundation Diploma

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School: Beardwood High School

Asma chose Blackburn College because of her experience at the open event where she

was wowed by the facilities.

“I was really looking forward to coming to college but never thought it would be this good. I’m really enjoying filming, camera operating, photography & editing so have

chosen to go to University to study BA (Hons) Media at Westminster University.

I eventually want to travel the world photographing wildlife, & scenery.”

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You will study in:The brand new £7 million state-of-the-art Sir Bill Taylor Futures Centre and £18.3 million Beacon Centre – with access to high spec post-production video editing facilities and a range of industry standard portable equipment for location filming, as well as a real life TV Studio, Radio Station, Replica Cinema, apple mac suites and HD Television and recording studio.

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You may wish to progress into a relevant job role, on to University

or you may wish to stay on and complete UAL Foundation

Diploma to gain further knowledge and experience.

Popular career routes include:

Animator

Camera Operator

Film Producer

Journalist

Post-Production Editor

Radio Producer

Television Editor

Visual FX Designer

Enrichment & Employability

• Opportunities to produce programmes and documentaries for TV for a range of prestigious clients such as The Saatchi Gallery, Channel Four, the Tate Gallery Liverpool, MTV, NME, BBC Television and The Cornerhouse Manchester

• Students regularly have the opportunity to film high profile performers in our TV Studio

• We have regular visiting lecturers from industry names such as the Chelsea School of Art and The Saatchi Gallery.



Creative Media ProductionLevel 2 & Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma You may have a burning desire to work in film, television, radio or audio production, progressing onto a range of job roles including: • Directing• Producing• Camera operating• Broadcast journalism• Writing television drama• Being an animator• Motion graphics designer• Presenting live on air

On the Level 2 course you will study four main areas including video, audio, photography and media theory. For example, how to plan and prepare a film shoot, and how film and TV sound is packaged.

On the Level 3 Extended Diploma you will be provided a practical, real-world approach to learning alongside a key theoretical background. The Extended Diploma is equivalent to 3 traditional A Levels.

Assessment:

You will be assessed by project work and a portfolio of evidence.

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 - A minimum of two Grade C GCSEs or above, or an Introductory Diploma.

Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma - A Level 2 Merit or Distinction Grade portfolio or at least four GCSEs at Grades A*-C. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

Art & Design Foundation Diploma - Media Pathway Level 3/4 UAL Foundation Diploma Our Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (with a Media pathway) is very much our flagship course. It has an unprecedented success rate in placing students at top UK Universities and is one of our University of the Arts, London Awarding Body (UAL) validated courses. Students are encouraged to experiment from the outset with a large range of media opening up a variety of career paths in media, art and design. Awarded at the same Level as the first year of a degree, this course is for high flying, talented creatives.

The main areas of study include:

• Video production• Audio production• Photography• Contextual studies• Creative computing

Assessment:

You will be assessed by project work.

Entry Requirements:

Applicants should have at least a Level 3 with Merit or Distinction Grade portfolio or four GCSEs at Grades A* to C (including English Language).Equivalent qualifications will be considered. See website for Adult and International entry requirements.

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Our Media courses are awarded by the prestigious

University of the Arts London (UAL). UAL only

allow their qualifications to be delivered by outstanding

media departments.

They run some of the best universities in the world for creative

education including Central St Martin’s, Chelsea School of Arts and London College of Fashion.

We are proud to work with such an exclusive partner.

The Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media has achieved the highest

Distinction rate in the country!

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Motor Vehicle

Why choose Blackburn College? • Partnerships with Bowker BMW,

Chorley Nissan, Simpsons Skoda and Blackburn Audi

• Brand new £5.5 million Regional Automotive Technology Hub

• Real life workshops to gain practical experience

• High specification tools and equipment such as Snap On and Bosch

• Option to study additional qualifications in Air Conditioning & Hybrid Vehicles

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Ceara had a change of careers after originally choosing horse studies, before

realising she wants to own her own garage.“I’m working my way up through the Levels

at Blackburn College so that I can gain a job as a Head Mechanic in a garage, before

eventually owning my own! The tutors have been really supportive and even helped me

gain a placement with BMW. There may even be the possibility of gaining paid work

with them alongside my studies.”


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Following your course you will be able to move into a variety of career roles within the industry, whether that is locally, nationally or around

the world! You will also have the opportunity to apply for a Degree programme if you have achieved a Level 3, such as Mechanical or

Electrical Engineering. Careers include:

MOT tester

Auto electrician

Vehicle sales

Service manager

Insurance estimator

Insurance vehicle repairer

Motorsport technician

Specialist technician

Technical sales support

Vehicle customiser

Systems analysis

Website development



Work experience opportunities:We have strong links with local employers such as BMW, Chorley Nissan, Audi and Skoda, who often present to our students and offer workshops and placement opportunities. BMW has recently offered 3 of our students an Automotive Apprenticeship Programme.

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Light VehicleEntry Level, Level 1, Level 2 & Level 3 At Level 1 you will cover the basic technical needs for today’s motor vehicle repair industry. It provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all types of garages, dealerships and maintenance depots.

If you go onto Level 2 you will build on Level 1 experience then have the opportunity to move on to an Apprenticeship, employment or Level 3 where you will move into areas of diagnosis of complex system faults and advanced systems operation.


• Routine maintenance• Tyres, brakes, steering & suspensions • Electrical & electronic systems • Transmission systems • Light vehicle construction• Removing & replacing engine units &

components Assessment:

You will be assessed by practical assessments and multiple choice testing (Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 only).

Entry Requirements:

Students need a basic level of literacy and numeracy to complete these courses:

Entry Level - No formal entry requirements are needed

Level 1 - A suitable ‘entry’ qualification or 3 GCSEs at Grade E or above including Maths and English

Level 2 - Either an equivalent Level 1 qualification or 3 GCSEs at Grade D or above including Maths & English and a satisfactory understanding of motor vehicles

Level 3 - A relevant Level 2 qualification.

As a Motor Vehicle student you will have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship with one of our industry partners, which will give you: • Invaluable specialist work

experience

• Additional qualifications

• 1:1 tuition from Master Technicians

• Opportunity to be taken on as an apprentice with a worldwide recognised car manufacturer

To apply for a place on the Scholarship Programme please call the Motor Vehicle team on 01254 292214 or email [email protected]

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Auto - ElectricalLevel 1, Level 2 & Level 3 At Level 1, you will cover technical needs for today’s motor vehicle repair industry. You will learn essential skills for auto electricians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) with complex electrical systems such as Bluetooth, ABS, Engine Management and Airbags, in all types of garages, dealerships and maintenance depots.

If you choose to go onto Level 2 you will build on your Level 1 experience and move into the interpretation of data from system symptoms and diagnosis of non-complex faults. Alternatively you may wish to move on to an Apprenticeship or employment.At Level 3 the course focuses on faults involving the interaction of more than one auto-electrical system and accurate diagnosis.

You will learn about: • Mechanical components• Engine electrical systems • External lighting systems • Repairing electrical units • Engine & auxiliary equipment electrical

faults

Assessment:

You will be assessed by practical assessments and multiple choice testing.

Entry Requirements:

Students need a basic level of literacy and numeracy to complete these courses.

Level 1 - A relevant Entry qualification Or 3 GCSEs at Grade E or above including Maths and English

Level 2 - Either an equivalent Level 1 qualification or 3 GCSEs at Grade D or above including Maths & English and a satisfactory understanding of motor vehicles

Level 3 - A relevant Level 2 qualification.

Kristopher BouldStudying: Level 1 Light Vehicle

School: Darwen Aldridge Community Academy

Kris chose Blackburn College because of the reputation and the new building which will be

open in September 2014!“I really enjoy College because you get to study

a really interesting subject whilst learning practical skills at the same time. I am hoping to

become a high spec technician and maybe progress on to become a

Mechanical Engineer.”

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MotorsportLevel 2 This is a Level 2 full-time 1 year course which covers the technical needs of today’s motorsport industry, including the diagnosis of non-complex system faults. It provides essential knowledge for the specialist group of competition maintenance and repair technicians.

Successful completion of this course allows progression onto Level 3 where you will build on the knowledge gained at Level 2, access to an Apprenticeship or employment.


• Modifying & preparing a vehicle for participation in motorsport

• Carrying out routine motorsport vehicle maintenance

• Removing and replacing engine units and components

• Electrical auxiliary units and components• Chassis units and components Assessment:

You will be assessed by practical assessment, project work, written assignments and phase tests.

Entry Requirements:

Students need a basic level of literacy and numeracy to complete these courses.

Level 2 - Motor vehicle and key/functional skills qualifications at Level 1, or four GCSEs at Grade D or above including Maths and English.


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Music

Why choose Blackburn College? • State of the art music studios in the

£7 million Sir Bill Taylor Futures Centre

• Great industry partnerships and professional links

• Experienced and award winning staff

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Nicole FlanaganLevel 3 Extended Diploma in MusicSchool: Mount Carmel High School

Singer Nicole is now carving out a career as a solo artist following a successful few years

at Blackburn College, culminating in an award for the ‘Most Improved Student’ at

the College’s Creative Art Awards.

“My whole family is musical. People used to compliment me on my singing so I began

doing it in public. I realised I wanted to have a career in it so the Creative Arts department call on me whenever they need a singer for an event. They have been really supportive.”

Enrichment & Employability• Our music qualifications are designed

by Access to Music and are accredited by Rockschool, the UK’s only rock and pop awarding body. Access to Music are pioneers of UK popular music education with 20 years experience of writing courses which meet the needs of musicians and the industry

• Opportunities to perform in local venues and get involved in a range of college based events either in a technical support or performance capacity.

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You will study in:The £18.3 million Beacon Centre and brand new £7 million Sir Bill Taylor Futures Centre, and have access to a state of the art recording studio, rehearsal rooms, dedicated performance space, Apple Mac facilities, including Pro-Tools sound editing software and high quality classrooms.

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education or straight into the industry.


Composer

Music publisher

Performing musician

Record / music producer

Recording artist

Session musician

Song writer / vocalist

Sound engineer



Music PerformanceLevel 2 and Level 3 Extended Diploma Our music performance courses focus on being on stage, playing an instrument or singing as a professional. You will learn about the music industry in general and also about recording sound professionally but performance will be at the heart of your study. Learners will have the opportunity to take part in public performances and be involved in recording sessions and music video shoots.

You will learn about: • Working in the music industry • Planning and creating a musical product • Solo musical performance • Exploring musical composition • Working as a musical ensemble • Rehearsal techniques • Developing as a musical performer

On the Level 3 Extended Diploma, you will gain the skills required to progress to Higher Education or employment. You will gain additional knowledge in:

• Music events management• Solo music performance skills• Marketing & promotion in the music

industry

Assessment:

You will be assessed by practical work and a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your skills in music recording, live performance support & technical organisation skills.

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 Diploma - Four GCSEs with at least two at Grade D and an appropriate standard of literacy and numeracy.

Level 3 Extended Diploma - A Level 2 (or equivalent) in Music/Music Technology at Merit Grade or at least four GCSEs at Grades A*-C. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

Martyn HuntLevel 3 Music Performance

School: Rhyddings Business and Enterprise College

“I’m really happy with my D*DD. I’m now going on to UClan to study a

BA Honours in Music Practice and eventually want a job in the

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Music TechnologyLevel 2 and Level 3 Extended Diploma If you’d prefer to play an important role behind the scenes, recording artists, mixing tracks, producing a record or running a music event then our music technology courses will point you in the right direction. This course is designed to give learners an insight into the music business through the development of technical skills and investigation of the music industry.

You will learn about: • Working in the music industry • Professional development in the music

industry • Planning and creating a musical product • DJ technology and performance • Exploring musical improvisation • The development of music

If you progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma, you will gain the skills and knowledge required to progress to Higher Education or employment. You will study 5 mandatory units and choose a selection of optional units to study in depth, such as:

• Acoustic for musicians• Concert production• Staging• Music & sound for the moving image

Assessment:

You will be assessed by practical work and a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your skills in music recording, live performance support & technical organisation skills.

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 Diploma - Four GCSEs with at least two at Grade D and an appropriate standard of literacy and numeracy.

Level 3 Extended Diploma - A Level 2 (or equivalent) in Music/Music Technology/Creative Media Production at Merit Grade, or at least four GCSEs at Grades A*-C.



Public Services

Why choose Blackburn College? • Award winning ex-service tutors with over 190 years’ experience

• Option to study uniformed and non-uniformed courses

You will study in the £18.3 million Beacon Centre

• Close links with Lancashire Police, Territorial Army and Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service

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School: Beardwood High School

Mohammad achieved double distinction in Public Services and has secured a £3,000 per year scholarship to study a degree in

Professional Social Work at the University of Wolverhampton.

“I decided to study Social Work as I really want to help and support people in my

local community. The college has given me excellent support over my years studying

here – I cannot thank them enough.”

100% Achievement across all courses

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Many of our students go on to higher education. Popular career choices

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Army

Highways Agency

HM Customs and Excise

Navy (soldier/officer status)

Paramedics

Police

Prison Service

RAF (soldier/officer status)

Royal Marines (soldier officer status)

Fire & Rescue Service

Criminology

You will study in:The £18.3 million Beacon Centre where you will have access to practical rooms for looking at forensic scenes, major incidents and planning for expeditions.

Alan GoodenoughPublic Services Tutor

“I served in the Army for 33 years during

which time I was in the Infantry & progressed through the ranks from Private

Soldier to the rank Major. I have served all over the world including operations

in Northern Ireland, Bosnia & Iraq. I have instructed soldiers in training for six

years in various training establishments. I received national recognition for my work delivering training for an elite Iraqi police

unit. In my last three years of military service I was in charge of the recruiting

organisation for the Army in Lancashire.“



Public ServicesLevel 1 Diploma During this one year full-time course, students will study a wide range of subjects related to the Public Services sector and will be provided with the fundamental skills that are required for working in this disciplined environment. Students will also have the opportunity to undertake volunteering and charity work.


• Wellbeing & Fitness for Public Services • Public Services Careers • Personal Skills for the Public Services • Practical Teamwork in the Public Services • Security• Map and Compass Skills

Successful completion of the Level 1 provision at Merit grade can lead to progression to the Level 2 Public Services course.

Assessment:

You will be assessed by written assignments and participation in classroom and outdoor activities.

Entry Requirements:

You will need a GCSE profile with at least 4 Es including English Language and Maths.

Public Services(Uniformed / Non-Uniformed)Level 2 Diploma During this one year full-time course, students will study a wide range of subjects related to the Public Services sector and will be provided with the fundamental skills that are required for working in this disciplined environment. Students will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills both in the classroom and outdoors.


• Public Service Skills• Employment and Land Navigation • Career Planning• Fitness and Life Style• Expedition Skills

Successful completion of the Level 2 provision at Merit grade may result in progression to the Level 3 Public Services course.

Assessment:

You will be assessed by individual and group work assignments, as well as participation in outdoor activities and residentials.

Entry Requirements:

You will need a GCSE profile of at least 4 Ds, including English and Maths. You must show an enthusiasm for working with people.

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Public Services(Uniformed / Non-Uniformed)Level 3 Diploma During this 2 year full-time course, students will study a wide range of subjects related to the Public Services sector and will be provided with the fundamental skills that are required for working in this disciplined environment. Students will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills both in the classroom and outdoors, and will interact with a range of Public Services.


• Government, politics and public services• Citizenship, diversity and the public

services • Understanding discipline in the public

services • Skills for land and water based outdoor

and adventurous activities • Expedition skills• Custodial care • Responding to emergency incidents

Successful completion of the Level 3 provision will enable learners to progress to university or enter related employment.

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

You will need four or more A*- C Grade GCSEs including English and preferably Maths or have completed a Level 2 at Merit Grade.

Public Services(Uniformed / Non-Uniformed)Level 3 Extended Diploma During this 2 year full-time course, students will study a wide range of subjects related to the Public Services sector and will be provided with the fundamental skills that are required for working in this disciplined environment. Students will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills both in the classroom and outdoors, attend guest speaker presentations and will interact with a range of Public Services.


• Government, politics and public services• Citizenship, diversity and the public

services • Understanding discipline in the public

services • Fitness testing and training for the

uniformed public services • Skills for land and water based outdoor

and adventurous activities • Custodial care • Police power in the public services • Planning and management of major

incidents • Aspects of the legal system• Responding to emergency incidents

Successful completion of the Level 3 Extended Diploma will enable you to progress to university or enter related employment.

Assessment:


Entry Requirements:

You will need five or more A*- C Grade GCSEs including English and Maths or have completed a relevant Level 2 at Merit or Distinction Grade.

NOTE: To study Public Services at Blackburn College you will also be required to pass a Police check (DBS) which the college can help organise.



Science

Why choose Blackburn College? • Study all three Biology, Chemistry & Physics science disciplines

• 72% high grades, equivalent to 3 A Levels

Tutors with experience in a variety of scientific disciplines

• Chance to gain a £1,200 a year STEM Scholarship

• Progression opportunities to Russell Group universities

• Access to state-of-the-art laboratories and The Futures Centre, a specified STEM teaching facility

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School: Blakewater High School

Suhail has his sights set high after receiving triple distinction* and an

additional A Level in Maths, and now feels ready to begin his BEng(Hons) Mechanical

Engineering at the University Centre Blackburn College.

“My dream is to go back to Norway where I was born and work on the oil rigs in the North Sea. I also want to do my Masters in Petroleum Engineering. I think it will open

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You will study in:The Science facilities in the Sixth Form are excellent with all teaching rooms and laboratories equipped with interactive electronic boards. We currently have a suite of five science laboratories, including a specialist facility for Electronics which are modern and well-equipped for Advanced Level experimental work.



Many of our students have progressed on to study the

following courses at university:

Anatomical & Physiological Sciences

Biochemistry

Biology

Biomedical Science

Chemistry

Civil Engineering

Diagnostic Radiography

Forensic Science & Anthropology

Healthcare Science

Mechanical Engineering

Medical Product Design

Microbiology

Neuroscience

Pharmacy

Physiology & Pharmacology

Podiatry

Veterinary Science

Guest Lecturers Science students have the opportunity to see a host of guest lecturers who will offer their advice and guidance on gaining a science-related career:

• Professor Laurence Krauss from Arizona State University on Astrophysics

• Dr Eugene Lim from King’s College London and Cambridge University on Cosmology in the 21st Century

• Dr Andrew Thomas from the University of Manchester who has visited the college twice to discuss Physics, Chemistry and Medicine.


Applied ScienceLevel 2 Students wishing to study the one year full time Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science will need to have a keen interest in Science and looking to pursue a career in any of the science industries, whether it is Biology, Physics or Chemistry. The course is suitable for students who would like to continue onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied science. The knowledge, understanding and skills learnt in studying a vocational qualification will aid progression for further study and prepare learners to enter the workplace in due course, possibly into work as a technician or laboratory assistant.

You will learn about: • Principles of science• Chemistry and our earth• Energy and our universe• Biology and our environment• Applications of chemical substances• Applications of physical science• Health applications of life sciences• Scientific skills• The living body• Chemical analysis and detection• Monitoring the environment• Growing plants for food• Science in medicine• Exploring our universe• Electronics in action • Further chemistry

Assessment:

You will carry out regular assignments throughout the year that will give you an overall grade at the end of the year.

Entry Requirements:

You will need a minimum of GCSE Grade D in five subjects including Science, Maths and English Language.

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Applied ScienceLevel 3 Extended Diploma This two year full time course is ideal for those who have decided that a career in the science industry is for them. Successful students could progress to study at university in a number of subjects such as Human Biology, Civil Engineering, Aviation Studies, Pharmacology or Biomedical Science. The course is also suitable for students who would like to work as a technician in a laboratory.


• Fundamentals of science • Working in the science industry• Scientific investigations• Scientific practical techniques• Using mathematical tools in science• Physiology of human body systems• Biochemistry and biochemical

Techniques• Energy changes• Microbiological techniques • Electrical circuits• Genetics and genetic engineering• Chemical laboratory techniques• Industrial applications of organic

chemistry Assessment:

You will carry out regular assignments throughout the year that will give you an overall grade at the end of the two year programme, with associated UCAS points.

Entry Requirements:

You will need a minimum of GCSE grade C in five subjects including Science, Maths, English Language, or progression from the Level 2 Diploma.


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distinction star in his applied science course at Blackburn College, and now plans to go to the University

of Leeds to study Micro-biology.

“A vocational course is more about coursework rather than exams which is good for me as I am not great at exams,

but to get a triple distinction star is brilliant. My tutor helped me a lot and

I enjoyed The Sixth Form as it gave me more freedom than school. I now want

to do something with genetics. I would love to find a cure for

a disease.”


Sport

Why choose Blackburn College? • Brand new £13.5 million Sport &

Leisure centre

• Sporting Excellence scholarships worth £1,200 per year

• 99% pass rate on all Sport courses

• Coaching, Leadership & Fitness qualifications

• Progression links with local sports clubs

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Josh Alston has travelled the world coaching youth football and now hopes to get a full-time job in sport teaching after gaining a triple distinction at Blackburn College and going on to study Physical

Education at Leeds Metropolitan University.

“I went to South Africa to coach football to kids from deprived areas, which was

great, and then gained two months’ work experience coaching youngsters in

America. It’s been an amazing experience.”

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Fitness Instructor

P.E Teacher

Personal Trainer

Physiotherapist

Police, Paramedic or Fire Officer

Sports Coach

Sports Development Officer

Sports Journalist

Sports Nutritionist

Sports Psychologist

Sports Scientist

The Armed Forces


Visit from Manchester United & England Footballer Phil Jones

Nathan HartshorneLevel 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & a Sport Scholarship StudentSchool: St Bede’s High School

Nathan has been awarded for his work in athletics, football and badminton by receiving a £1,200 a year Sporting Excellence Scholarship.

Nathan, has represented Blackburn with Darwen in the National Street Athletics, and after coming 4th in this competition, was approached by Blackburn Harriers to join their running and athletics club.

Nathan, has refereed for school football matches and been an umpire for Badminton and Table Tennis matches, he hopes to be a PE teacher in the future.

Nathan will use his scholarship to fund his coaching badges and carry on doing voluntary work in the community.


Employability skillsThere are a range of activities you can get involved in and attend at Blackburn College, to enhance your CV and make you more employable:

• Guest speakers

• Gold Award Scheme

• Equality and diversity training

• Trips, visits and residentials

• Citizenship training

• Business and Enterprise Club

Work Experience Our sport students often take advantage of a range of volunteering or paid work opportunities, such as:

• Gym assistant and fitness instructor

• Events management

• Games and activities co-ordinator

• Sports web design

• PE assistant

• Sports club management

• Enrichment co-ordinator

If you would like to be part of our Sport Centres of Excellence see

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You will study in:The brand new £13.5 million Sport & Leisure Centre on the £65 million Blackburn College campus. You will have access to 2 specialist sports halls, an 80 station gym, aerobics studio, state of the art sports performance lab and a 6 lane, 25 metre swimming pool.

Rebecca SmethurstAchieved a triple distinction * Level 3 Extended Diploma in SportSchool: Ribblesdale High School

Rebecca will be going on to Leeds Metropolitan University to study Physical Education, and eventually would like to be a teacher or fitness instructor. She is currently an ice skating coach at Blackburn ice arena, and she used to compete nationally.

“I really appreciate all the College’s support with helping me achieve my dreams of taking my coaching exams.”


SportLevel 1 The Level 1 programme is designed for learners who take part in sport and want to gain a more extensive knowledge of the sector. Learners will gain a variety of qualifications including sports leadership, personal development and employability skills that will help them progress to a Level 2 sport course or find employment in the sport and active leisure sector.

You will learn about: • Taking part in sport • Exercise and fitness• How the body works• Leading a sport and active leisure activity

Assessment:

The course is assessed through 100% coursework. You will be set assignments throughout the year which will be graded and counted towards your overall grade.

Entry Requirements:

Students who want to study at Level 1 will be required to have a passion for sport, and complete a successful interview with a member of the Sports Team.

SportLevel 2 This course is for individuals who aspire for a career in fitness or sports leadership. This will also include the opportunity to undertake work experience and take part in outdoor activities as part of a residential. Successful learners will progress to Level 3 studies or employment in the sport industry.


• Practical sport performance• Fitness for sport and exercise• Training for personal fitness• The mind and sports performance• Anatomy and physiology for sports

performance• Leading sports activities• Lifestyle and wellbeing Assessment:

The course is assessed through 100% coursework. You will be set assignments throughout the year which will be graded and counted towards your overall grade.

Following this course you may wish to progress onto Level 3 or pursue a career in the sport industry.

Entry Requirements:

A profile of grade Ds at GCSE including Maths and English, progression from the Level 1 Diploma in Sport, or equivalent qualifications.


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This course offers learners three pathways:

• Sports development and coaching• Sports performance and excellence• Sport and exercise science

The Level 3 qualifications cover a wide range of opportunities for you to develop within your chosen sporting field. You will investigate the marketing approaches of sports business’s as well as having the opportunity the lead coaching sessions. You will investigate the workings of the body and how it adapts to various training programmes.


• Anatomy and physiology in sports• Fitness testing for sport• Outdoor & adventurous activities • Practical team sports • Sport & exercise massage • Sports coaching • Sports injuries • Sports nutrition • Sports psychology

Following this course you may wish to progress on to university or pursue a career in the sports sector. Elite performers may choose the Performance & Excellence route and could qualify for a college scholarship.

Assessment:

The course is assessed through 100% coursework.

Entry Requirements:

Level 3 - You will need a profile of grade Cs at GCSE including Maths and English Language or a Level 2 Diploma in Sport.

Level 3 Extended Diploma - You will need a profile of grade Cs at GCSE including Maths or English Language or a Level 2 Diploma in Sport.

Fitness InstructingLevel 1, Level 2 & Level 3

The Fitness and Training academy has been specifically designed for those hoping to pursue a career in the fitness industry, for example, becoming a personal trainer, health and fitness practitioner, or a sports centre advisor.

What will I study?

Level 1 (6 weeks) Award in Fitness and Physical Activity

You will study exercise and fitness knowledge, participate in physical activity in the fitness environment, exploring personal fitness, assist in the delivery of an exercise session and healthy eating.

Level 2 (24 weeks) Health Fitness and Exercise Instruction

You will study anatomy and physiology for exercise, understanding the active leisure and learning sector, diet and nutrition for healthy living, food groups and digestion and principles of exercise, fitness and health.

Level 3 (24 weeks) Certificate in Personal Training and Instruction

You will study programming personal training with clients, delivering personal training sessions, applying the principles of nutrition to a physical activity and Health Safety and welfare in a fitness environment.

Assessment:

This course will be assessed by a range of coursework and examinations.

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 & Level 2 - You will need to have a keen interest in Sport and complete a successful interview

Level 3 - You will need a Level 2 qualification in Fitness Instructing.


Travel &Tourism

Why choose Blackburn College? • Dedicated facilities including a mock aircraft cabin

• Fantastic links with the UK travel industry and employers overseas

Guaranteed job interview with two airlines on successful completion of your course

• Regular guest speakers from the travel and tourism industry

• 80% high grades on the Level 3 Travel and Tourism course

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• British Airways Cabin Crew

• Travel Agents

• Resort Representatives

• Cruise liners

Marianne CosicoExtended Diploma Level 3 in Travel and

Tourism - Achieved D*D*D*School: Our Lady & St John’s High School

Marianne enjoyed every aspect of her college life and puts it down to her tutors.

Her highlights of the course were going on a Residential to London to see how Tourism

worked in the Capital, and a Cruise to Bruges to look at the careers of working for

a cruise liner.

“In September I start a Tourism Management degree at Manchester

Metropolitan University. My dream career is to be a flight stewardess for

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Following a Travel & Tourism course at Blackburn College, you may wish to progress onto one of

the following careers:

Cabin crew

Tourism board

Tour operators

Entertainment industry

Hospitality industry

Hotel management

Airport passanger service agent

Travel agent

Overseas holiday representative

You will study in:The Sixth Form Centre, which provides students with dedicated classrooms and an airplane fuselage, equipped with walkway, seats and hand luggage compartments, as well as mock Travel Agents for those students wishing to progress into a career in travel retail.






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Travel & TourismLevel 2 This is an ideal course for somebody who has enthusiasm for the travel and tourism industry. During this one year course, students will study a range of Travel & Tourism modules including:

• Introduction to cruise operations• European holiday destinations• Exploring airports and airlines• Organising Travel & Tourism study visits • Exploring marketing in Travel & Tourism • Customer services in Travel & Tourism

Once completed, students have the opportunity to progress to the Level 3 Extended Diploma or into a travel and tourism related career.

Assessment:

You will be assessed through coursework, set assignments, presentations and project work.

Entry Requirements:

Students will be expected to have a grade profile of mainly D grades at GCSE including Maths and English Language.

Travel & TourismLevel 3 Extended Diploma This is for those who have a real passion for the Travel and Tourism industry. Successful completion of this course can lead to a fantastic career, either in the UK or across the world, or give you the understanding needed to progress onto university. Students will also have the opportunity to acquire additional qualifications, including Cabin Crew training and becoming a resort representative.

You will study:

• Investigating Travel & Tourism• European destinations• Long-haul destinations• Retail travel operations• Customer service in Travel & Tourism• The UK as a destination

Assessment:

You will be assessed through coursework, set assignments, presentations and project work.

Entry Requirements:

The minimum entry requirement for this course is 4 grade Cs at GCSE including English Language.



Reasons to become an Apprentice• Gain skills and qualifications whilst earning a wage

• Widely recognised nationally and internationally.

• Research shows that apprentices earn, on average, over £100,000 more throughout their career than other employees

• The department of Business, Skills and Innovation survey showed that apprentices score 4% higher on employability surveys than university graduates

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ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships are a

programme of study where you can earn whilst you

gain a nationally recognised qualification.

ApprenticeshipsAt Blackburn College we offer 3 types of apprenticeship:

Level 2 Intermediate, Level 3 Advanced and Level 4/5 Higher, meaning students can start on a Level 2 qualification and work up to a Level 5 qualification, which is equivalent to a HNC or Foundation Degree.

TraineeshipsTraineeships are courses that will enable students to prepare for work.

Students have the opportunity to gain a high quality work placement, alongside having the opportunity to improve your English and Maths skills, to make you more employable.

The College has a success rate of 88% which is 16% above the national average

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Business, Retail & ManagementAccountingBusiness and AdministrationCustomer ServiceHuman Resources ManagementManagementRetail

Health & Social CareHealth and Social CareYouth WorkClinical Healthcare Support

Catering & HospitalityFood and Beverage ServiceFood Production and CookingFront OfficeHospitality ServicesHospitality Supervision and LeadershipHousekeepingProfessional Cookery

ChildcareChildrens and Young Peoples WorkforcePlayworkSupporting Teaching and Learning in School

CleaningCleaningLaundry

ConstructionBrickworkCarpentry and JoineryEngineeringFitted InteriorsPlumbing

Creative ArtsFashion and Textiles (Apparel)

ElectricalElectrical Installation

GasGas

Hair & BeautyBarberingBeauty TherapyHairdressingNail Services

HousingHousing

IT & ComputingIT Application SpecialistsIT Software, Web and TelecomsIT Systems

ManufacturingBusiness Improvement TechniquesPerformance Management OperationsWarehousing

Motor VehicleAuto ElectricalLight Vehicle Maintenance and RepairVehicle Parts

SportActivity Leadership Fitness and ExerciseLeisure ManagementLeisure OperationsPersonal TrainingSupporting Learning in PE and School Sport


Sixth Form/ A Levels

Why choose A Levels? A Levels are ideal if you want to go to University, move in to a profession or are not sure about which route you want to take, but know you want to be academically challenged.

• You will study 3 or 4 A Level subjects over 2 years

• We offer academic scholarships worth £1,200 per year

• We offer enhancement courses to gain additional UCAS points

• We deliver a high achiever programme for students looking to progress to Oxford, Cambridge or other ‘Russell Group’ Universities

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At Blackburn College, A Level students are taught in their own dedicated Sixth Form Centre, located in the St Paul’s Building. Our students have achieved an outstanding pass rate of

100% in 26 subjects!

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BusinessA Level AccountsA Level Business StudiesA Level EconomicsA Level Law

Creative ArtsA Level ArtA Level Film StudiesA Level Media

HumanitiesA Level ArchaeologyA Level Classical CivilisationAS Level Critical ThinkingA Level GeographyA Level Government and PoliticsA Level HistoryA Level Religious StudiesExtended Project Languages (incl. Modern Foreign Languages)

A Level English LanguageA Level English Language and Literature

A Level English LiteratureA Level FrenchA Level Spanish

Social ScienceAS Level CitizenshipA Level PsychologyA Level Sociology

SportA Level PE

Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM)A Level BiologyA Level ChemistryA Level ComputingA Level ICTA Level MathematicsA Level Further MathematicsA Level Physics

We offer the following A Levels:

Our Sixth Form has:

• Two student common rooms with vending machines, sofas and table football

• Free Wi-Fi

• A dedicated learning resource centre

• Lecture theatre to prepare students for university style learning


World class degrees on your doorstep

Many of our students are so pleased with their A Levels or Level 3 course at Blackburn College that they choose to move straight on to study in our University Centre.

Over the course of your time at College you’ll get the opportunity to meet people from the University Centre and find out about all the different opportunities that are on offer. Before you look around too much, make sure you think about the local option too. You could find staying local is both a financially rewarding and career enhancing option.

Guaranteed Offer

If you study at Blackburn College you are GUARANTEED* an offer of a place at University Centre at Blackburn College!

If you currently study at Blackburn College we guarantee you a place on a HNC, HND, Foundation Degree or Honours Degree course at University Centre at Blackburn College.***

All you have to do is apply for your University course in the normal way and we’ll write back

* Six months after graduation. Destinations of Leavers of Higher Education, 2013 data. ** Attendance and terms and conditions apply.***Your guaranteed place will subject to you meeting the entry criteria for the individual course.

to confirm your offer from us. For full-time applications you need to apply via UCAS (www.ucas.com) and for part-time courses you need to apply directly with our online application form available on our website www.blackburn.ac.uk/apply.

The Hub (01254 292929) are able to help with your application.

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• 85% of degrees validated by Lancaster University – in the Top 10 of Universities in the UK

• 9 out of 10 graduates in work or further study*

• 1 in 5 students achieve a First Class Honours degree

• New £14million University Centre

• Small class sizes and outstanding support

• £1,000 Bonus for full-time eligible students**

Emma SudallBA (Hons) Photographic

Media

“After completing the two year Art & Design BTEC and A Level in Photography at Blackburn College

I was faced with the decision of where to complete my degree. I

was swayed by the bright lights of London but I knew that my learning

at Blackburn College was valuable and I challenged whether this would be matched anywhere else. I made my decision and applied to the FdA in Photographic Media programme

at University Centre at Blackburn College. I graduated with a 1st Class

Honours Degree in Photographic Media.

After graduating from University

Centre at Blackburn College, I packed up my treasured possessions along with my camera and moved to

East London, where I still live now. Within a few months of settling in,

I contacted Wayne Hemingway and began an internship at his design agency, HemingwayDesign. Two

years on I am still here and am very much part of the Hemingway

Design team.”


• BA (Hons) Business Accounting• BA (Hons) Business Studies• BA (Hons) Business with Human

Resource Management• LLB (Hons) Law*• Foundation Degree in Paralegal Studies*

Validated by Lancaster University and the *University of South Wales.

Care & Health

• Higher National Diploma in Health*• Foundation Degree in Social Care• BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology

(Counselling & Health)

All validated by Lancaster University or * Edexcel.


• Foundation Degree in Hospitality Management

• Foundation Degree in Hospitality Management (Events Management)

• And then a BA (Hons) Hospitality Management (Top Up)

All validated by Lancaster University.

Childhood Studies

• Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies

• Foundation Degree in Disability Studies (Inclusive Practice)

• Foundation Degree in Positive Practice with Children & Young People

• Foundation Degree in Teaching & Learning Support (Primary)

• And then a range of Honours degree (Top Up) programmes.


Computing & IT

• Foundation Degree in Computing (Software Development)

• Foundation Degree in Computing (Networking & Forensics)

• Foundation Degree in Computing (Business Information Systems)

• And then a range of BSc (Hons) Top Up degrees.



• HNC Construction in the Built Environment

• HND Construction and the Built Environment

• BSc (Hons) Construction Building Surveying*

• BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management*

• BSc (Hons) Construction Sustainable Design*

• HNC/D Mechanical Engineering• HNC/D Electrical/Electronic Engineering• BEng (Hons) Robotics & Mechatronics• BEng (Hons) Electrical/Electronic

Engineering• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

*Subject to validation by Lancaster University.

Courses you can progress on to at University Centre Blackburn College


Creative Arts

• BA (Hons) Fine Art (Integrated Media)• BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation• BA (Hons) Graphic Communication• Foundation Degree in Contemporary

Design for Interiors• Foundation Degree in Contemporary

Textiles• Foundation Degree in Contemporary

Fashion• Foundation Degree in Photographic

Media


Hair & Beauty

• Foundation Degree in Complementary Therapies*

• And then a BSc (Hons) Professional Practice in Complementary Therapies (Top Up)

• A range of teacher training courses~

*Validated by the University of Cumbria (Subject to Validation).~Approved by the University of Central Lancashire.

Media

• BA (Hons) Fine Art (Integrated Media)• Foundation Degree in Photographic

Media


Motor Vehicle

• HNC Electrical/Electronic Engineering• HNC Mechanical Engineering.

Sport

• Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching & Performance

• Foundation Degree in Community Coaching & Sports Development

• Foundation Degree in Health & Personal Training*

• And then an exciting range of Honours degree (Top Up) programmes

Validated by the University of South Wales*Approved by the University of Central Lancashire.

Public Services

• Foundation Degree in Public Service Management

• Foundation Degree in Public Service Management (Housing)

• Foundation Degree in Public Service Management (Uniformed Services)

• Foundation Degree in Fire & Rescue Service Management

• Foundation Degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice


Courses you can progress on to at University Centre Blackburn College

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When you know what course you want to apply for you can do this:

How to apply


ONLINEYou can complete an application form online at:

www.blackburn.ac.uk/apply

VIA EMAILYou can download and print an electronic version of the application form, complete it and email it to:

[email protected]

IN PERSON

If you need help with your application form or wish to complete it with some guidance, you canarrange an appointment by callingThe Hub on 01254 292929 or email:

[email protected]

VIA POST

You can complete the applicationform in this prospectus and sendit to the following address or bringit in to The Hub in the Beacon Centre (main reception):

Blackburn College, Feilden Street, Blackburn, BB2 1LH.

The application process

To apply for, and enrol on, a course at Blackburn College, you will need to take 6 easy steps:

Find the course you want to study and apply via post, online, email or in person

You will be invited in for an interview to discuss your chosen course and see if it is right for you

You will receive an offer for the course that is right for you

Accept your place

We will send you your enrolment information in the post. Enrolment normally happens in August once you have received your GCSE results.

Enrolment - you are now officially a Blackburn College student – you will receive a letter to confirm your start date. Congratulations!

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OpenEvents

College Open EventsBeacon Centre

A Level Open EventBeacon Centre

Tuesday 7th October 2014

Thursday 2nd October 2014

Thursday 27th November 2014

Thursday 5th March 2015

Plan your next steps by visiting us at our amazing campus and find

out what course is right for you!

VIP TOURS

If the open events dates aren’t suitable, you can arrange a VIP

tour around the campus with our School Liaison team at a

time that suits you. Just call 01254 292511, email

[email protected] or register online at

www.blackburn.ac.uk/vip

4.30pm - 8pm

Blackburn CollegeFeilden Street, Blackburn, BB2 1LH

For more information call

01254 292929or visit

www.blackburn.ac.uk

www.youtube.com/user/blackburncollegevids

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www.facebook.com/bbcol www.twitter.com/bbcollege

We have taken every care to ensure the information in this prospectus is accurate and correct at the time of going to print. However if you see anything which you think is misleading or inaccurate, please let us by emailing [email protected]

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