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Computing & it at Bolton College The world is a bit confusing at the moment, so I wanted to take this opportunity to assure you that we will come through this experience stronger, and that you have much to look forward to. We’re very excited about working with you to help you achieve your future ambitions, whether that’s helping you to get the qualifications you need for university, or teaching you essential skills for your dream career. When you join us in September, you can expect: • • • • • • • •
Enthusiastic, caring, specialist subject tutors Exciting enrichment activities – visits to Chill Factore, Alton Towers and more! University masterclasses and expert guest speakers A Pre-Professionals Programme, with your very own Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach A Gifted & Talented Programme, with rewards including trips to the Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre Regional and national competitions Quality work experience and industry placement opportunities All the benefits that come with being part of the University of Bolton Group
Need something to do? Get ahead and start preparing for your course by checking out some of the recommended websites, subject materials and activities in this booklet. If you have any questions about your subject, please email us or contact us via our social media channels. Wishing you all the very best, Maxine Houghton, Curriculum Leader for Computing and IT Email: maxine.houghton@boltoncc.ac.uk
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Your Place is Safe We’d like to say that we’re here to help and please rest assured that your place at Bolton College is safe. We understand that it’s an anxious time for you right now, with lots of uncertainty, but please don’t worry about your application - we’ve got it covered! However, if you do have any questions, any at all, please drop our expert admissions team an email on admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk and they’ll be happy to help. Our advice to all Year 11 students is to: As a priority, complete any work that your school teachers are setting you – this will ensure you have completed your GCSE courses and are well-prepared for your college course in September. After completing your school work, help get prepared for studying with us by trying some of the resources and activities on the following pages.
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COMPUTING & IT Resources & Activities
Class Central FREE online classes from top universities around the world – learn about all aspects of computing and get ahead in the game. https://www.classcentral.com/subject/cs
Cambridge Computing Revisit Computer Science at GCSE level and progress upwards through videos and supporting resources from subject experts. https://cambridgegcsecomputing.org/
Python If you’re a complete beginner to coding then these FREE Introduction to Python tutorials will help you as you complete interactive coding challenges. https://www.learnpython.org/
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Khan Academy The two things any Computing expert should know; HTML & CSS. This website will help you learn how to use HTML and CSS to make webpages. https://www.khanacademy.org/computing/computer-programming/ html-css
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General Bridging Resources for All Areas Century Free interactive learning and assessment materials across multiple subjects. www.century.tech
BBC Bitesize Three new lessons added EVERY weekday, with videos, activities and more. www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
Barclays Life Skills Problem solving and employability skills resources. www.barclayslifeskills.com/young-people
Form Time Ideas We love this! Randomly generate a page of quiz questions, covering everything from brainteasers to general knowledge. www.formtimeideas.com
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Twinkl Subscription-based resources for learners with special educational needs. www.twinkl.co.uk
Teaching Resources Home-schooling from TES, covering all subjects. www.tes.com/teaching-resources/teacheressentials/home-learning
Gojimo Revision app that covers all major subjects. www.gojimo.com
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English & Maths An excellent starting point for college study is to further improve your English and maths skills. These websites and resources are an excellent place to start.
English Audible Whilst schools are closed, you can listen to FREE audiobooks for teens. https://stories.audible.com/start-listen
Downloadable Resources Access FREE resources, covering a range of texts.
English & Media Centre www.englishandmedia.co.uk/publications
Seneca www.senecalearning.com
Teachit English www.teachitenglish.co.uk/resources
Cambridge Dictionary Links for punctuation, spelling and grammar, as well as interactive quizzes. www.dictionary.cambridge.org/grammar/british-grammar/punctuation
Cambridge English FREE interactive activities and resources. www.cambridgeenglish.org/learning-english/free-resources
Fun, English, Games Interactive games at a variety of levels, with links to other subject areas, including maths. www.funenglishgames.com/worksheets.html
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maths Corbettmaths Videos and downloadable questions, categorised by topic. www.corbettmaths.com/5-a-day/further-maths
Hegarty Maths Interactive activities including videos and questions. Requires school registration. www.hegartymaths.com
Integral Teaching and learning materials for Level 3 core maths and further maths. Requires school registration. Core maths: www.amsp.org.uk/teachers/core-maths/resources Higher level maths: www.amsp.org.uk/news/free-resources-190320
Onmaths Brush up on those online skills with this revision tool. www.onmaths.com
Mr Barton Maths With these videos and quizzes, revision just got fun. www.mrbartonmaths.com/index.html
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M C N E NR I H E T
There’s more to life at Bolton College than being in the classroom - with our enrichment programme, you’ll benefit from trips and activities, clubs, and access to College and regional competitions! View our enrichment brochure here: https://bit.ly/bc-enrichment
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COMPUTING & IT Digital Skills Level 1
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Study Programme Overview
How will I be Assessed?
Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.
Each unit is assessed by a mixture of internal assignments, practical activities and tutor observations.
This qualification has been developed specifically to enable learners to become familiar with the basics of key digital skills, needed now and in the near future, essential if the UK is to rise successfully to the projected Digital Skills crisis.
Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing
Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.
We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.
What You’ll Learn
Future Opportunities
• Digital Safety & Security • Automation within Word Processing • Digital Communications Technology • Introduction to Programming • Creating & Publishing Webpages
Alongside your studies, you’ll have a unique opportunity to be part of the University of Bolton’s EXCEED programme.
If required for your chosen career or HE course, you may wish to study English & maths to Level 3. Elements of study Your programme consists of the following elements: • Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme) • English and maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent) • Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work) • Work experience (giving you a taste of working life) • Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)
This will give you a range of additional skills and experiences, and includes masterclasses; university visits; access to industry experts; and mentoring and support with your university application, perfect for that next step into Higher Education. After you have completed the course you could progress on to a higher education course at college or university, or explore the option of doing a Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4).
Entry Requirements You’ll need at least four GCSEs, minimum grade 2 or equivalent which must include English and Maths. In special circumstances learners without the required entry qualifications may be accepted after successful completion of an interview.
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Following further study you could work as:
Why Choose Us?
• A Computer Games Developer, earning up to £70,000 a year depending on your experience and the type of projects you work on • A Computer Games Tester, earning a salary between £15,000 and £40,000 a year, depending on experience • A Web Designer, earning between £18,000 and £40,000 a year
We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.
We are proud to be delivering T Levels in Computing & IT
Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award. In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’. Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant
Enrichment • Masterclasses and specialist workshops delivered by professionals from the games design industry • Opportunity to work to live briefs • Visits and workshop activities with University of Bolton Games Design Department
Pre-Professionals Programme As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development.
We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
Open Events Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events: • Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm
How to Apply Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application
You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work. You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.
Gifted and Talented Programme If you’re a potentially high-achieving learner, capable of exceeding your targets, we will stretch and challenge you by providing the opportunity for you to study additional qualifications, with support in place to complement your study programme experience.
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COMPUTING & IT Games Design Level 2
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Study Programme Overview
Elements of study
Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.
Your programme consists of the following elements:
This qualification has been developed in consultation with employers in the digital games sector to ensure learners develop the skills and behaviours that give them the best opportunity to be successful when applying for work. 83% of the qualification is mandatory and provides a foundation of skills, knowledge and behaviours expected by employers in the digital games production sector of the creative industries. These skills are central to understanding the diverse nature of the industry and to creating a successful portfolio. Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.
• Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme) • English and maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent) • Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work) • Work experience (giving you a taste of working life) • Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)
Entry Requirements You’ll need at least four GCSE grades 3, including English and Maths and at least one in a relevant subject.
How will I be Assessed? Throughout the one-year course your work will be internally assessed. You will be given feedback on a regular basis and will be set smart targets to stretch and challenge you.
What You’ll Learn The mandatory units learners cover include: • digital production project (externally assessed) • planning and pitching a digital media product • digital testing • narrative for digital media • animation for digital media
There is also an externally marked Digital Production Project assignment.
Learners can also choose one optional specialist unit, which builds on and extends their skills and knowledge. Learners will also enhance their broader skills in literacy and numeracy, which will be invaluable in supporting progression in other areas. In addition, they will develop transferable technical and practical skills in communication, research and teamwork. If required for your chosen career or HE course, you may wish to study English & maths to Level 3.
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Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.
and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development. You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work.
Future Opportunities
You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.
Alongside your studies, you’ll have a unique opportunity to be part of the University of Bolton’s EXCEED programme.
Why Choose Us?
This will give you a range of additional skills and experiences, and includes masterclasses; university visits; access to industry experts; and mentoring and support with your university application, perfect for that next step into Higher Education. After you have completed the course you could progress on to a higher education course at college or university, or explore the option of doing a Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4). Following further study you could work as: • A Computer Games Developer, earning up to £70,000 a year depending on your experience and the type of projects you work on. • A Computer Games Tester, earning a salary between £15,000 and £40,000 a year, depending on experience. • An Animator, earning between £14,000 and £36,000 a year. We are proud to be delivering T Levels in Computing & IT
We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts. Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award. In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’. Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
Open Events Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events: • Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm
Enrichment • Masterclasses and specialist workshops delivered by professionals from the games design industry • Opportunity to work to live briefs • Visits and workshop activities with University of Bolton Games Design Department
How to Apply Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application
Pre-Professionals Programme As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor Part of the University of Bolton Group
Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.
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COMPUTING & IT Technical Certificate in IT Support BTEC Level 2
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Study Programme Overview
Entry Requirements
The course supports progression to more specialised Level 3 vocational/academic computing courses. In addition, the course may provide progression onto a computing Apprenticeship programme or employment. Within the study programme all will complete a 2 hour tutorial session relating to both employability and main tutorial themes and allocated one to ones with your designated Learning Development Mentor (LDM).
Four GCSEs grade 3 including Maths and English Language or the completion of the ICT Level 1. Learners who have a passion for IT, but do not have the relevant qualifications to get on the course may be considered, dependant on current knowledge/experience and the results of an internal initial assessment (BKSB).
What You’ll Learn
Two main core units of the qualification are externally assessed. Edexcel sets and marks these assessments. The other units are assessed by internal assignments/ practical activities/observations. BTECs are understood and recognised by a large number of organisations in a wide range of sectors and are developed with key industry representatives and Sector Skills Councils (SSC), to ensure that they meet employer and learner needs. Many industry and professional bodies offer successful BTEC learners exemptions for their own accredited qualifications.
• Install, configure and test hardware in a computer system to meet user requirements • Install, configure and test software in computer systems and mobile devices to meet user requirements • Apply appropriate security measures to computer systems and mobile devices • Explore current and emerging technologies and their purposes • Investigate how an organisation uses technology to meet its needs • Analyse the effectiveness of methods used to manage and protect computer systems and data against security threats • Explore the processes and procedures used by IT support technicians using a wide range of skills. Elements of study
How will I be Assessed?
Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.
Your programme consists of the following units: • • • •
Set Up and Configure Technology Systems Exploring Current and Emerging Technologies Security Protection and Risk Management Working as an IT Support Technician
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Future Opportunities
Pre-Professionals Programme
Alongside your studies, you’ll have a unique opportunity to be part of the University of Bolton’s EXCEED programme.
As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development.
This will give you a range of additional skills and experiences, and includes masterclasses; university visits; access to industry experts; and mentoring and support with your university application, perfect for that next step into Higher Education. After you have completed the course you could remain in College and progress on to the IT BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3. Alternatively, if you choose to look for paid work you could opt for an IT Apprenticeship and work as an Apprentice IT Technician. Check out opportunities at the University of Bolton by visiting www.bolton.ac.uk Following further study you could work as: • An IT Operations Technician, earning an average of £30,000 a year, depending on experience. • An IT Support Technician, earning up to £32,000 depending on experience. • An IT Project Manager, earning between £25,000 and £70,000 a year. We are proud to be delivering T Levels in Computing & IT
Enrichment Enrichment is an opportunity to really make the most of your spare time at College, allowing you to try something new and meet other learners from different departments. Activities include: • BBC Media City • Paint Balling • Industry Guest Speakers • Various University Speakers • Technology Days • Ice Skating/Roller Skating • Skiing • Bowling • Museum trips
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You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work. You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.
Why Choose Us? We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts. Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award. In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’. Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
Open Events Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events: • Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm
How to Apply Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application
Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.
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COMPUTING & IT IT (Information Technology) BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3
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Study Programme Overview
Elements of study
Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.
Your programme consists of the following elements:
This course provides you with an excellent route to a career in the IT industry or Higher Education. With the support of our experienced and committed teaching team you will gain knowledge in a range of areas, including: • IT Support • Trouble-Shooting & Maintenance • Networking • Programming • Web Development • Graphic Design
• Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme) • English and maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent) • Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work) • Work experience (giving you a taste of working life) • Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)
Entry Requirements
You will also gain a background understanding of computer and information systems as well as many other practical skills. Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.
What You’ll Learn You’ll expand your knowledge of hardware, software, user support and systems development, and study at a practical level how to: • Maintain a Network • Support Individual Computer Users • Maintain, Troubleshoot, Repair & Upgrade Computers You’ll also develop a good understanding of: • Web Page Design • Programming • Games Development & Design (during this topic you can use your imagination and creativity to modify and manipulate images and create animations.)
We ask that you have four GCSEs, minimum grade 4, including Maths and English, or a Merit award in an IT Level 2 qualification. We’ll also ask you to come for an interview and provide a satisfactory school reference.
How will I be Assessed? You will be assessed by completion of internally set assignments and practical class activities.
Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.
If required for your chosen career or HE course, you may wish to study English & maths to Level 3.
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Future Opportunities Alongside your studies, you’ll have a unique opportunity to be part of the University of Bolton’s EXCEED programme. This will give you a range of additional skills and experiences, and includes masterclasses; university visits; access to industry experts; and mentoring and support with your university application, perfect for that next step into Higher Education. After you have completed the course you could progress on to a higher education course at College or university, or explore the possibility of doing a Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4). Check out opportunities at the University of Bolton by visiting www.bolton.ac.uk Following further study you could work as: • An IT Operations Technician, earning between an average of £30,000 a year, depending on experience. • An IT Support Technician, earning up to £32,000 depending on experience. • An IT Project Manager, earning between £25,000 and £70,000 a year. We are proud to be delivering T Levels in Computing & IT
You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work. You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.
Why Choose Us? We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts. Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award. In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’. Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
Open Events Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events:
Enrichment We want to give you a positive experience at College and a rounded view of the industry you could one day be working in. So, during your time at College, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of activities outside the classroom.
• Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm
How to Apply Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application
Pre-Professionals Programme As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development.
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Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.
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computing & IT Digital Marketing Apprenticeship Level 3 the best young IT professionals! get into career mode
Apprenticeship Overview
Future Opportunities
Our Apprenticeship programmes will give you vital hands-on experience, learning from real life situations, with the guidance of industry professionals. You’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to excel in your chosen career.
Alongside your studies, you’ll have a unique opportunity to be part of the University of Bolton’s EXCEED programme. This will give you a range of additional skills and experiences, and includes masterclasses; university visits; access to industry experts; and mentoring and support with your university application, perfect for that next step into Higher Education.
This Apprenticeship will teach you how digital marketing and aspects of social media positively impact on real-life businesses within a range of different industries. You will develop your portfolio whilst gaining skills in the latest industry-standard software. The course is a great way to build on your skills and gain a recognised qualification whilst also earning a salary.
On successful completion of this Apprenticeship, you could progress onto full-time employment, professional job-specific qualifications, Higher Apprenticeships or a degree programme.
What You’ll Learn
Following further study you could work as:
• • • • • • •
• A Digital Marketing Officer, earning between £28,000 and £38,000 per year. • A Social Media Executive, earning between £17,000 and £25,000 per year. • A Digital Marketing Analyst, with a salary of approximately £31,000 per year.
The Principles of Marketing and Evaluation The Relationship Between Sales and Marketing Marketing Legislation Organising Activity Market Research Social Media, Email and Content Marketing Digital Marketing Metrics and Analytics
Entry Requirements No formal entry requirements however, employers are looking for apprentices with a strong interest/passion for a career in digital and social media.
How will I be Assessed? You’ll be assessed throughout your learning programme by a mixture of formal tests, workplace observations, portfolio building and self-assessment.
Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; your own dedicated Work Based Tutor; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.
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Why Choose Us?
Open Events
We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.
Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events:
In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’. Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant
• Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm
How to Apply Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application
We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
Part of the University of Bolton Group
Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.
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computing & IT IT/Helpdesk Technician Apprenticeship Level 3 the best young IT professionals! get into career mode
Apprenticeship Overview
Future Opportunities
Our Apprenticeship programmes will give you vital hands-on experience, learning from real life situations, with the guidance of industry professionals. You’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to excel in your chosen career.
Alongside your studies, you’ll have a unique opportunity to be part of the University of Bolton’s EXCEED programme. This will give you a range of additional skills and experiences, and includes masterclasses; university visits; access to industry experts; and mentoring and support with your university application, perfect for that next step into Higher Education.
This Apprenticeship provides the enhanced skills, good knowledge and competence required of an IT/Helpdesk Professional. The majority of unit/assessments can be adapted to the apprentice job roles and responsibilities.
On successful completion of this Apprenticeship, you could progress on to full-time employment, professional job-specific qualifications, Higher Apprenticeships or a degree programme.
The course is a great way to build on your skills and gain a recognised qualification whilst also earning a salary.
What You’ll Learn • • • •
Following further study you could work as:
Troubleshooting Issues & Faults Hardware & Software System Support, Upgrades, Maintenance & Testing Digital Skills & Security
• An IT Support Technician, earning between £16,000 and £35,000 a year • An IT Service Engineer, earning between £12,000 and £30,000 per year • An IT Project Manager, earning between £25,000 and £70,000 per year
Entry Requirements Level 2 and/or a thorough knowledge of your chosen sector. English & Maths GCSE grade 4-9 and an employer to support you throughout your training – we can help with this.
How will I be Assessed? You’ll be assessed throughout your learning programme by a mixture of workplace observations, portfolio building and self-assessment.
Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; your own dedicated Work Based Tutor; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.
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Why Choose Us?
Open Events
We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.
Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events:
In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’. Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant
• Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm
How to Apply Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application
We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.
Part of the University of Bolton Group
Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.
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