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When you come to study at City College Norwich you take a great stride towards your future – whether that is to follow a chosen career path, to develop your knowledge of a particular subject or as a stepping stone to Higher Education. Whatever you are interested in we are sure we will have the right programme for you. From academic subjects to job-specific courses, we have the widest choice in the whole of Norfolk and we constantly develop our courses to meet the needs of the local and national economy. Our superb facilities and committed staff enable us to deliver high quality teaching and instruction in a friendly and supportive environment that is designed to meet students’ individual needs. We have worked very hard to provide the most relevant and realistic training and workshop environments alongside the best in classroom technology and our teaching and support staff are highly experienced, approachable and dedicated to the success of every student.

At City College Norwich, we encourage and value creativity, enterprise and innovation. All students are given exciting opportunities to enhance their skills in enterprise-related activities through The StartUp Lounge, the first facility of its kind in the country dedicated to the development of entrepreneurial and employability skills. What’s more, many of our courses are designed and constructed with the active involvement of local employers so you can be sure that the skills you are learning are the ones that local businesses are looking for in their future employees. Coming to college means making new friends and mixing education with a great social life. You will find all you need at City College Norwich to help you get great results and achieve your goals; you’ll be expected to work hard but we are sure that you will have fun along the way. Norwich is a fantastic city in which to be a student, with a thriving cultural scene, music venues, leisure opportunities and night life for students of all ages. We hope that you join us; this is your College and your opportunity.

TEN Group City College Norwich is one of the founding members of the TEN Group (Transforming Education in Norfolk). The TEN Group is a federation of educational institutions in Norfolk, all committed to excellence in education. At our core is a passion for making a positive and significant difference to our students’ lives. By working together, we are committed to providing greater opportunities for our students, as well as aiming high to achieve success both as a Group and as each individual organisation. We are all passionate about student success.

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City College Norwich is a founder member of Gazelle. Gazelle was created in 2011 with an exclusive focus on building a recognisable cluster of entrepreneurial colleges in the UK. Gazelle combines the exceptional experience of entrepreneurs who have succeeded in business with leaders in the further education and wider public sector to transform education and to help create the next generation of wealth creators. The Gazelle Colleges Group is working towards the transformation of its colleges and curriculums through enterprise and entrepreneurship by providing an opportunity to engage with established entrepreneurs, young entrepreneurs and innovators and to bring that experience into the heart of education.

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Reasons for choosing City College Norwich Brilliant teachers As well as being highly-qualified experts who know their subjects inside out, our staff are also warm, friendly and care about your success. Which is just as well – you will be spending a great deal of time with them.

Realising your dreams We are not interested in just turning out well-qualified students. We are interested in helping you to achieve all of your ambitions. Whatever you are looking for, and whatever you want to do, City College Norwich will give you the very best start.

A better future We have excellent links with employers. Many of our courses are designed to give you the skills and experience you will need to start your career. So you will really get a taste of what the world of work will be like.

Highest standards of excellence We take great pride in our achievements. We attract high calibre students who are drawn to City College Norwich because they are assured that our reputation for the highest levels of teaching is thoroughly deserved.

More choices BTECs, A Levels, NVQs, Diplomas and even Apprenticeships! We offer you the widest choice of courses in the area and we offer great progression routes to Higher Education programmes.

Great social scene There is no point denying it – one of the best things about being a student is the fantastic social life. Whether you are interested in sports, meeting with friends or just chilling out, we have got all that you could ask for.

Full support

New friends

We are big, but we are really friendly! One of the advantages of studying at City College Norwich is that you are never alone. Whether you need careers advice, study guidance or just someone to talk to, you will find that we are there for you.

There is no doubt about it – during your time at City College Norwich you will have the chance to make many new and lasting friends. And you will be able to meet in the many cafés, canteens and restaurants we have on campus.

The best facilities

Great location

We have a fully-equipped theatre, huge library (The Information Store), media suite, dance studio, practice rooms, modern labs, workshops, sports hall and much more. The brand new StartUp Lounge is the very first area of its kind in the country – open to all students to access information, advice and mentoring around employability, enterprise and entrepreneurship.

We are just ten minutes walk from the city centre, so you will be right at the heart of the action. We are easily accessible by bus and there is a subsidised Park & Ride Scheme near Tesco so you will have no excuse for not getting here!

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Vocational Excellence

StartUp Lounge/ Enterprise

A key benefit of studying with City College Norwich is the excellent preparation this will provide for your career development and progression. Many of our courses have strong links with employers and the world of work, meaning that the vocational skills and knowledge you develop with us are up-to-date, relevant and in demand from employers.

Employers are looking for more than just the relevant skills and qualifications from today’s students. That is why City College Norwich, as part of the Gazelle group of colleges, is leading the way in providing you with unique opportunities to develop enterprise and entrepreneurship skills as a key element of your course.

The College has extensive links with employers across all of our curriculum areas, from health and social care to engineering and we continually update our courses to take account of the current and future skills needed by employers. A vocational course with City College Norwich is characterised by experiencing industry-standard learning environments; applying your learning to “real world” situations. There are opportunities to learn from and undertake placements with some of the leading employers in your sector, providing you with training and experience that employers really value.

What this means in practice is that you will have the chance to get involved in student-run enterprises – both ‘for profit’ and social enterprises – in order to gain hands-on experience of being part of a small enterprise, managing projects, using your creative skills to develop new products or services, problem-solve, and learning how to promote and sell your ideas.

A key benefit of studying with City College Norwich is the excellent preparation this will provide for your career development and progression.

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The focal point for this work is The StartUp Lounge, our inspiring, stateof-the-art facility for developing enterprise, employability and entrepreneurial skills – the very first of its kind in the country. The StartUp Lounge is divided into 8 different zones corresponding to the different stages of a business start-up journey, from developing your concept in the Ideation area, to market research and business planning, finding and working with partners in the Collaboratorium, to honing your pitching and presentation skills. The StartUp Lounge is all about enabling you to pursue your ideas – so come and unleash your creative talent and entrepreneurial ideas and see where it takes you!

Fantastic facilities and support Your tutor Your Personal Tutor is there to provide essential advice and guidance relating to your studies throughout the entire time of your course. As well as developing a professional relationship, it is likely that you will also have a more personal and friendly relationship with your tutor. This is important as it will ensure that you will have no qualms about approaching him or her any time you need help or advice. In the first few weeks of your course your tutor will introduce you to life at college and the facilities on offer. Regular meetings with your tutor are vital to your personal and educational development at the College. Throughout your programme your tutor will be monitoring your progress and encouraging you to do the same. You will meet your tutor on a regular basis to talk about your progress.

Promoting Achievement in Learning (PAL) Your PAL contact is responsible for monitoring your attendance and punctuality, and they will help you to resolve any issues that you might face which affect your attendance. They will text you to wish you a speedy recovery if you are off sick from college. They will call you in the event that you are unable to attend your lessons and may contact your parents as well. They are really there to help you with the transition from school to college and to help you understand the importance of commitment to your course and your own personal development. They are always there in The Advice Shop or on the end of the phone if you need to chat about anything, they can help you get the support and one-to-one assistance you may need with any issue that could disrupt your studies.

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City College Norwich will also enable you to pick up the English, Maths and ICT skills – Functional Skills you need for everyday life: at home, in education and at work. Employers and Higher Education Institutions want to know that, whatever course you choose to do at college, when you leave you will have these skills, which are needed for you to be a confident, effective and independent individual. You will develop these skills within the course you are doing by using them in situations that are relevant to the course, but will also have the opportunity to have separate Functional Skills sessions with a specialist tutor who will help you develop the theory behind these skills.

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The Information Store The Information Store at City College Norwich provides access to a fantastic range of resources to help you with your course, whether books, online resources, CDs, DVDs or magazines as well as 200 PCs including laptops all with internet access and a wide selection of software packages and eBooks. As a student here at City College Norwich it is all free to use and you can borrow up to 20 items at one time. Subject Specialist Learning Resource Advisers are able to offer one-to-one or group advice and support in making the most of the resources. You can also access an allocated amount of free printing and photocopying, buy reduced cost stationery, CD-Rs, memory sticks and much more. Students will be able to access SpLD Tutors via the Centre of Curriculum Services who support specific learning difficulties such as Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Dyscalculia. Issue desk: 01603 773 114 Information/help desk: 01603 773 224 email: tis@ccn.ac.uk Term-time opening 8.15am-7.00pm Monday and Wednesday 8.15am-8.00pm Tuesday and Thursday 8.15am-6.00pm Friday 9.15am-1.00pm Saturday Vacation opening 9.00am-5.00pm Monday-Friday

Curriculum Services for students with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities We have a wide range of services and equipment to support students who have: • Moderate/Severe Learning Difficulties • AD(H)D • Behavioural / Emotional / Social Difficulties • Hearing loss • Sight loss • Physical disability • Mental health difficulty • Autistic Spectrum Disorders (e.g. Asperger Syndrome) • Difficulty with literacy, numeracy or language • Specific learning difficulty such as Dyslexia or Dyspraxia. Support arrangements will be put in place following discussion with you and a Specialist Adviser and/or SpLD Tutor from the Centre for Curriculum Services. This support will be reviewed with you regularly to ensure it is meeting your needs. For further information, please contact the Curriculum Services Team on 01603 773 241 email: curriculumservices@ccn.ac.uk or visit us opposite The Advice Shop. We can also send you a copy of the College’s Disability Statement on request. For general enquiries about the College provision for students with Special Educational Needs, please contact our College SENCo on (01603) 773 231 or email curriculumservices@ccn.ac.uk

The Wellbeing Zone

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The Wellbeing Zone in the information store has a range of resources to help students to access information to help with health and wellbeing while they are a City College Norwich student. The Wellbeing Adviser is available to talk to privately and confidentially about any concerns or just for more information. The College also has a range of sexual health services that are available in The Wellbeing Zone. This service is friendly, discreet and non-judgemental.

The College Chaplain is a Church of England Priest and is available for people of all faiths, or none. The Chaplain can advise about places of worship in Norwich and has a list of voluntary Chaplains from a wide variety of world faiths.

Health matters We have a fully-equipped health centre, which is attended full-time during term by our college nurse.

Childcare facilities The College has a particularly important resource for mature students with children, the nursery, which is run by a dedicated team of highly qualified staff. Please note that demand for spaces at these facilities is very high and a waiting list is in operation. For more information, contact the manager on 01603 773 121.

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Fantastic facilities and support continued... On-Campus teaching facilities City College Norwich’s campus includes the following facilities: • Sports hall • Gym • Drama/Dance centre • Hairdressing and Beauty salons • Kitchens and training restaurants • Specialised workshops and laboratories, including two for languages • State-of-the-art Engineering workshops and Computer Graphics suites

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Car parking Limited pay and display car parking is available on a first-come, firstserved basis. This policy is under continuous review and may be subject to change. There are reserved parking spaces for disabled students. There is also a Park & Ride service from near Tesco at Harford Bridge, just off the A47 Southern Bypass, which runs continually from 7.00am-7.15pm daily. please refer to the Travel guide at www.ccn.ac.uk for further details.

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City College Norwich is committed to minimising our impact on the environment and promoting greater awareness and understanding of environmental issues. There are lots of things the College is already doing to lessen our carbon footprint and help students and staff to be more environmentally friendly.

Staff, students and the public are all welcome to join the gym which is open from 1.00pm-8.00pm Monday-Friday and 9am to 2pm on Saturdays.

Examples include energy saving measures such as low energy lighting and more efficient heating, reducing the amount of paper we use, providing recycling facilities across campus, and negotiating special travel deals to make it cheaper for students and staff to travel to college by bus – we even have our own solar thermal panels providing hot water for the salons and our motor vehicle workshops.

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• Television studio • Audio and video editing suites • Multi-track recording studio • Animation and film-making facilities • Photographic darkrooms • Music practice rooms

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The Advice Shop The Advice Shop has detailed course information covering the complete range of City College Norwich programmes. Specialist advisers are always on hand to guide you through the range of options, enabling you to choose the programme which best meets your needs. You can telephone or visit personally for more information about: • Entry qualifications • Financial and childcare issues • Learning support • Progression to higher level programmes • Career possibilities Call The Advice Shop on 01603 773 773 or email information@ccn.ac.uk for advice about the College and its programmes, or to arrange a personal interview with one of our advisers.

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Our specialist team offers expertise and advice on issues of finance, accommodation, careers and issues related to disability. Confidential personal counselling is also available for all students. The Advice Shop is situated on the ground floor of the College’s Norwich Building just inside the main entrance, room A1. You do not need to make an appointment, just call in. Term-time opening 8.30am-6.00pm Monday to Wednesday 8.30am-7.00pm Thursday 8.30am-5.00pm Friday

Health and safety At City College Norwich we take our commitment to health and safety very seriously. We have a full-time Health and Safety Adviser who looks after the welfare of all students, employees and visitors.

Smoking The College operates a no-smoking policy except for two designated outdoor shelters.

Learn how to use the range of new facilities including cardiovascular machines, resistance machines and free weights.

Catering on campus There is a wide range of choice when it comes to self-service catering facilities on campus: The City Restaurant and City Shop in the Wroxham building (first floor) offer a full range of hot food and drinks, including vegetarian options, tea and coffee as well as light snacks, from 8.00am7.00pm during term-time. Platform Café, situated in the Norfolk Building, offers a range of healthyeating food and drink options. City Express/Starbucks, situated in the Norwich Building provides a selection of hot and cold drinks and snacks. Debut Café, run by our catering students, offers excellent value hot meals at lunch time. Debut Restaurant is our famous full-service training restaurant, which may be booked for silver service lunches and dinners as well as offering a brasserie service at lunch times during term-time.

Vacation opening 8.30am-5.00pm Monday-Friday

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If you would like to use the gym please email gym@ccn.ac.uk or call 01603 773 626 for information on yearly training memberships.

Above all, it’s your college We pride ourselves on listening to students and taking account of their views. We want you to have your say here at college. Student representation occurs at every level of the College, from the classroom (Class Representatives) to the Corporation Board, where three Student Governors represent students’ views. The Student Parliament structure at the College is seen as a model of good practice. The College regularly seeks students’ views and does this in a number of different ways. These include regular student surveys, suggestion boxes and focus groups, as well as through tutors. Feedback is given to students through regular e-newsletters, Blackboard, noticeboards, Facebook groups and face-to-face through our Principal’s Question Time sessions.

Vending machines are also situated in various locations around the college.

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Financial support 16-19 Bursary Fund

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If you are studying on a Further Education course at City College Norwich, you could be eligible for help from a discretionary fund to help those on low incomes with costs such as transport, equipment and study trips. If you have a household income of under £20,817 you may be eligible.

There are various travel passes available to students either through Norfolk County Council or First Bus etc. You will need to work out which is the best value based on your circumstances and where you live.

There is also a Vulnerable Young Person’s Bursary worth up to £1,200 a year. To be eligible for the bursary you need to be in one of the following groups: • You are disabled and in receipt of employment support allowance and disability living allowance • You are a looked after young person in the care of Norfolk County Council • You are a care leaver • You receive Income Support in your own name.

Norfolk residents: Depending on the household income a contribution of £468/£351 will be required. Payments can be made by termly/ half termly instalments or, on some routes, a daily return fare of £2.50/£2 can be paid. A bus or train pass may be available from the County Council if: • you are under 19 on 31 August • you live more than three miles from the College (and travel on a core route (see website below) • you are studying full-time NorfolkCountyCouncil 03448008020 www.norfolk.gov.uk/post16transport Discounted First Bus passes are available to all college students and can be used anytime ie daytime, evenings, weekends or holiday periods.

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Suffolk residents: Suffolk County Council offer a DiscretionaryTravel scheme for students on full-time course who are under 19. Details are available on 0845 606 6173 or from http://www.suffolkonboard.com/ school_transport/discretionary_ travel_post_16_students Please note: The travel cost contributions to Norfolk County Council are subject to change, check their website for latest details.

Care to Learn Scheme (C2L) If you are a young parent aged under 20 when you start learning - you can get help with your childcare costs. Doing a course will help you develop new skills, improve your chances of getting a job, become more independent and to mix with other young people. You should apply via the ‘Care to Learn’ Scheme www.direct.gov.uk/ educationandlearning or contact the C2L helpline on 0800 121 89 89.

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24+ Advanced Learning Loans

24+ Advanced Learning Loan Bursary

These funds are available for students on government funded courses who are 19 or over and facing financial difficulty. They can be used to contribute towards: registration fees, travel, childcare, books and equipment/uniform etc.

What are they? 24+ Advanced Learning Loans are student loans similar to Higher Education loans, but for the further education sector. Loans are available for learners aged 24 and over, studying at Level 3 or Level 4, including QCF, Certificates and Diplomas, Access to HE, A-Levels and Advanced and Higher Apprenticeships.

What are they? These funds are available to students who have taken out a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan Bursary and who have a household income of under £20,817. They can be used to contribute towards travel, child care and books and equipment.

Funds are limited and to qualify you should be receiving a means-tested benefit or have a household income of under £20,817 (we do not assess parental income for students who are 19 or over at the start of their course).

You can apply for a loan to meet the upfront costs of your qualification, which will be paid directly to the college on your behalf.

For further information about any of these schemes please contact the Advice Shop (A1) in the Norwich Building or phone 01603 773773

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Career and Higher Education advice Did you know that we are one of the largest providers of HIGHER EDUCATION in the region? With affordable fees, top quality teaching and small class sizes; if you’re thinking about studying all the way to a degree then think about us first!

We hope that the course you are undertaking now will lead directly to the career or further study options that you want – and if you’re unsure about what that next step is then our dedicated team of Advice Shop staff are always on hand in College to talk to you about what your next step could be.

Higher Education (HE) You may not realise it but City College Norwich is one of the largest Higher Education centres in the region. In 2013/14 we have around 1500 students studying with us for HE qualifications – everything from HNDs through to Foundation and Bachelor Degrees and on to postgraduate and professional qualifications. The College has two dedicated centres for Higher Education; St Andrews House and Norfolk House on Exchange Street. If you are considering applying to Higher Education, help and advice is available right from the start of your course, so you can get ahead of the game in applying to the course you want. You may need to start preparing for this as early as the second or the third term of your first year.

Access courses

Careers

For those who may not be quite ready to undertake a full HE course or for those who are returning to learning, Access courses are a good choice. This is a popular option for mature students and often those that have come from a Level three course, but feel that they need greater preparation and in depth study of their chosen area before considering a Higher Education course.

When it comes to your future career, the College will ensure you have access to all the advice and guidance you need. We will ensure you have the right information about what skills you will need for applying for jobs and you will be able to see a Careers Adviser at any time during your course. Careers Advisers are available in The Advice Shop and can help you investigate career or job possibilities, give advice on further study or help with application forms, CVs or interviews.

Please note: you must be 19 years old or over to undertake an Access to HE course.

Apprenticeships and NVQs City College Norwich is also one of the largest providers of Appenticeship and NVQ courses in the region. Apprenticeships and NVQs offer a great way to study while you are working. As a learner, an Apprenticeship teaches you the real skills that employers need whilst you earn at the same time. All Apprenticeships have been designed alongside real businesses in that sector to ensure that the skills and qualifications you achieve are both relevant and recognised on a national basis.

The Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) can enable students with individual requirements to get support during their HE courses. For further advice and information, please contact our DSA Specialist Adviser (01603) 773439 or visit www.direct.gov.uk/dsa

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There is a careers and jobs site on the College intranet, which will inform you of opportunities and jobs as well as providing links to other useful sites. There are also careers software programmes and careers presentations you can make use of.

Need help or advice? If you would like any further information, help or advice about any aspect of City College Norwich or the programmes we offer, please go to www.ccn.co.uk or you can talk to one of our Advice Shop Advisers on 01603 773 773 from the UK or on +44 1603 773 773 from the rest of the world. Online www.ccn.ac.uk Advice Shop 01603 773 773

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Norwich: a fine city We know that where you study can be as big a decision as what subject you choose. Whether you are wondering whether to stay local or to make a move away from home, you’ll be looking for a college that offers

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opportunities for living as well as learning.

Norwich is at the centre of a travel network which connects it to all of the towns and villages in the region and onwards to London, the Midlands, the Northern counties and beyond.

When you join our community you become part of the fabric of this welcoming, busy, beautiful and growing city.

A student city

No fewer than four HE institutions are well established in Norwich. As well as City College Norwich, there is our partner organisation the University of East Anglia, plus the Norwich University of the Arts and also the agricultural specialist, Easton College.

London is less than two hours away by a direct train service, which leaves Norwich every thirty minutes. You can also get there by a non-stop coach service, run by National Express from the bus station in the city centre. Heading north, you can be in Leeds in less than three and a half hours by joining the East Coast main line, or Newcastle in under four; less than you might think, which is great for travelling here as well as getting out and about while you study. Norwich International Airport is a hub for Flybe, which operates flights across the UK, with KLM offering direct flights to Amsterdam Schiphol and connections to the rest of world.

Norfolk

Norwich is in the heart of Norfolk, one of the most beautiful counties in the UK. Living here, you will be close to the Broads, the network of quiet waterways that welcomes sailors, cyclists, paddlers and walkers all year round. Sipping a drink at a riverside pub can be a perfect break from your studies and hiring a boat for a day out with friends is a great way to celebrate your results in the summer. In Norfolk we have so much coastline we almost take it for granted. The bigger towns attract the tourists in the summer, but there is always space on one of our vast beaches to fly a kite or pitch up for a picnic. To find out what’s going on today, visit one of these websites: www.visitnorwich.co.uk www.visitnorfolk.co.uk www.nnfestival.org.uk www.ueaticketbookings.co.uk www.outlineonline.co.uk

This creates a large, friendly and active student community, which is reflected in the vibrant atmosphere of the city.

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Shopping

Norwich has been voted one of the top ten shopping destinations in the country, so we are not making an idle boast when we say we have everything you could need, right here on your doorstep. With no out-of-town shopping mall in the county, the focus has remained on Norwich as the main shopping destination for the region. Two large malls and a pedestrianised central area have attracted all of the high street favourites to the city and in the Norwich Lanes – a thriving cluster of narrow medieval streets – you will find lots of boutique shops that are unique to us. The colourful outdoor market in Norwich is the largest of its type in Britain and is supplemented with regular specialist events like a French market in the summer months. Craft fairs, antiques sales and flea markets find their places alongside flagship department stores like House of Fraser, giving as diverse a range of retail opportunities as your NUS student discount card could wish for.

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Nightlife

The claim that Norwich has a pub for every day of the year may no longer be true, but you’ll still be spoilt for choice. Pubs, bars, cafés and restaurants can be found throughout the city, with centres of activity in the Cathedral Quarter and at Riverside. The live music scene is particularly active, with the Nick Rayns LCR venue attracting huge crowds to big name bands, with recent acts including Rizzle Kicks, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran and The Vaccines. Radio 1 DJ Greg James launched his career among the musicians of Norwich, honing his broadcasting skills on the student radio station Livewire. Norwich also has nightclubs, pubs with great DJs, gourmet restaurants and a world famous beer festival. There are several theatres, with programmes packed with acts straight from West End runs and international tours, plus a number of popular smaller venues which offer an eclectic mix of local acts from theatre to dance and comedy. Then there are the cinemas, with no fewer than three multiplexes in the city, plus a newly refurbished independent cinema, Cinema City, which screens ‘art house’ films as well as the usual blockbusters.

Arts and culture

The focal point of the cultural year in Norwich has become the Norfolk and Norwich Festival. Clustered around two weeks in May, the Festival brings the entire city to life involving all of the main venues as well as some brought in for the occasion. Free events in the parks and open spaces draw huge crowds and offer an excellent excuse to grab a bag of our local favourite Kettle crisps, sit back and enjoy. It isn’t just the Festival though: you can see world class art installations all year round at the Norman Foster designed Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts and the UEA Literary Festival has an international reputation for bringing top authors to the city to talk about their work. Norwich’s rich history is visible everywhere you go in the city. The Castle was built by the Normans 900 years ago and we have not one, but two cathedrals. The city walls are still very much in evidence and the main streets in Norwich are full of medieval buildings. More recent additions have included The Forum, which has quickly become a focal point for the city and houses a bar, café, digital gallery and restaurant as well as the central library and tourist information centre.

If you like your nightlife to stretch for a whole weekend, we have the Latitude festival on our doorstep, the V Festival not far away in Chelmsford and new events joining the calendar every year.

Sport

You won’t have to look far in Norwich to find a proud supporter of Norwich City, our Premiership football team. The stadium at Carrow Road gives a chance to see any one of the country’s finest teams in action, with sell out crowds for every game. If you prefer taking a more active role, the College has great facilities for you to make the most of. As well as our own Gym on campus, you can take advantage of the discounted educational rate at UEA Sports park whose facilities include an Olympic size pool, outdoor track, indoor arena, outdoor pitches, a climbing wall, squash courts and a full programme of fitness activities.

If you post your form to us directly, please use this address: Admissions City College Norwich Ipswich Road Norwich NR2 2LJ Get your application in early because some of our popular courses fill up quickly! We accept applications up until the course starts, but you can apply from 1st November. We would recommend that you get your application in by 31st January for us to process.

Norfolk’s geography makes it ideal for cycling enthusiasts and 10% of the working population of Norwich often cycles to work. This is well above the national average and something we are encouraging wherever possible, with cycle racks and showers available for use on most of our campus locations.

All other applicants

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Please complete the standard college form, available to download from our website www.ccn.ac.uk or from The Advice Shop on request. Please return it as soon as possible to:

Once you have been offered a place, you will need to come into the College to enrol in person. This will be during the last two weeks of August – look out for advice on this in the letters we send you. Between your interview and enrolment you may also be invited to attend our Flying Start programme. You will then be able to meet individual subject teachers and get a ‘feel’ for college life, see some of our facilities and discuss the subjects you intend to study.

Admissions City College Norwich Ipswich Road Norwich NR2 2LJ You should list all the subjects you wish to study on this form. If you are not sure about your subject choice, do not worry. You can also get useful information, subject guidance and a guidance interview from the Advisers in The Advice Shop – call 01603 773 773.

Remember: Even if you think you have made a decision about your future, it is worth keeping your options open. It is possible to apply to more than one college or school and City College Norwich accepts enrolments right into September.

What happens next? Once you have applied, we will usually offer you an interview if appropriate and then let you know whether we can offer you a place on your chosen course. The place we offer you will be on condition that you achieve the entry qualification, but some courses may require relevant references or CRB checks. If you have met all of the required criteria, the offer will be unconditional.

If you take your fresh air on two feet rather than two wheels, there is a popular Parkrun for runners who like a non-competitive way to track their form.

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If you are a year 11 pupil in a Norfolk school you should apply on the standard Norfolk form or through the ‘Help You Choose’ website as advised by your Careers Adviser at school. Your teachers will tell you what to do and many schools like to add a reference before sending the form to us.

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The Students’ Union is made-up of every single student at City College Norwich and is here to support you during your studies. Once you have enrolled as a student you automatically become a member of City College Norwich’s Students’ Union which is affiliated to the National Union of Students (NUS).

Members have an opportunity to get involved at all levels of the work of the Students’ Union including club nights and band nights to representation at Student Parliament and on the College’s board of Governors. Many students have been involved in making a difference and in a year of massive change to the education sector the Students’ Union has stood firm for your views and values. As a member of the Students’ Union you have access to a variety of student groups, societies, and associations. Whether you want to meet new people, continue a hobby or skill, learn something new or just get involved with student life, there is a group for you. However; if there isn’t a group to suit your interest, we will be pleased to help you create it. Students’ Union members are welcome to join any student groups or sports clubs which represent an interest or passion. For all the latest information on what’s in and around City College Norwich or if you need help and advice come and visit us. We are always happy to help and the door is always open.

Making your voice heard

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The Students’ Union is made up of every single student at City College Norwich and is here to support you during your studies. It is therefore essential that it is the members that drive the direction that the Students’ Union takes and the issues and activities that it moves forward.

Every autumn, nominations open for the elections to the Students’ Union Executive Committee. Any student at the College can be nominated for one of the 17 positions available.

Class Representatives The Class Representative scheme exists to ensure that students have a voice in the academic part of your life at the College. Every student is represented by their own Class Representative to ensure that they have a say on their education. You will have the opportunity to vote for your Class Representative at the start of the course. Better still, why not stand to become a Class Representative yourself?

All students at City College Norwich will receive a blue student ID card, this card acts as proof of your membership to the Students’ Union and also entitles you to vote in the Students’ Union elections. As part of being a member of the Students’ Union at college you also become a member of the National Union of Students (NUS). NUS have gone the extra mile to make sure students are able to get the most out of life. As well as supporting students across the country and lobbying Parliament for increased rights and provision for students, NUS has created NUS Extra to help you make the most of your student finances. For extra savings, you can buy an NUS Extra card from the Students’ Union office. For all the latest information on what’s on in and around City College Norwich, as well as the best discounts and all the student chat, log on to your very own Students’ Union website – log on, go in and get involved www.ccnstudentunion.org.uk

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

The Students’ Union

Success in business requires a huge variety of skills. Every business needs to be able to plan for the future as well as operate efficiently today. At City College Norwich we offer training to give you the skills needed to excel in any every area of business, from the board of directors through to administration, finance and entrepreneurship. Our students have gone on to work in every sector and we are proud to have maintained excellent links with them, drawing on their experiences to keep all of our courses up to date and dynamic.

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The College is proud to have no fewer than three accredited National Skills Academies in the business sector, focussing on Retail, Financial Services and Enterprise. Each of these is recognised not just for the quality of its courses, but also for its close relationships with employers who are keen, not only to recruit our students, but also to work with us to keep our courses relevant and up to date. Students on our courses are encouraged to make use of these links throughout their courses, making sure the theory is translated into practice at every opportunity. We work particularly closely with representatives

from key sectors in the Norfolk area, making sure that our courses are relevant to their needs. These include the creative industries, financial services, customer services and retail. This builds industry confidence in our training and the students that graduate from our courses, as well as making sure their sectors continue to thrive. Our StartUp Lounge has been designed specifically to offer business students a professional and modern environment to work in, with dedicated meeting spaces, teaching facilities and resources. Whatever the level of your course, studying in a businesslike environment makes it possible to make a smooth transition into the workplace, quickly enabling you to become an effective and valued employee. Coming to the College can also be the first stage of a lifelong relationship with education and training. Many businesses are keen to invest in their staff and will encourage long term programmes of part-time or in house learning.

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Many courses will be offered at City College or by City College staff, and our experienced team will be able to talk you through the options that could be available to you in the longer term. Our courses span the full range of levels, from a first introduction right through to advanced leadership skills and entrepreneurship. Business skills are also transferable to almost any sector, making it one of the most flexible career options open to you. It is not unusual for our graduates to quickly become valued employees and to make rapid career progression. You could also move upwards into Higher Education, either through the courses that we offer here at the College, or to one of the many universities in the region and beyond. Courses on offer at the College range from short, focussed qualifications to long term, skills based programmes, meaning there is always something that will help you take the next steps in your career.

BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Business Administration

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business

This is a good course if you want to develop the required knowledge and understanding to start a career in business or administration. Study includes preparing for work, handling mail, electronic communication, supporting meetings and creating business documents.

This course is ideal preparation for a career in business. It includes a variety of units including financial forecasting, communication skills, working in teams, promotion and branding, visual merchandising, consumer rights and the behaviours of people in organisations. It is also ideal preparation for level 3 study.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

At City College Norwich, we can introduce you to every aspect of working in business. With courses that offer a broad introduction to every aspect of business practice to programmes that enable you to excel in one particular field, we can offer you the chance to become a key part of the re-energisation of the regional and national economy.

OCR Level 3 Diploma Administration This course is designed for those who want to pursue a career as an administrator or secretary. It includes units such as document production, business presentations, organising diaries and career planning. It also offers excellent options for progression in education and training, or professional development.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

This one year course is an ideal preparation for a career in retail and business. It includes a core of study units which focus on retail skills. The course is delivered at our Chapelfield training suite with work experience at our Ego store. The course is equivalent to 3 AS levels offers an excellent preparation for higher level study and career development. Progress can be to year 2 to achieve a further business qualification to give 3 A level equivalents.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Business with Personal and Business Finance This one year course is ideal preparation for a career in business with particular emphasis on personal finance. It includes a core of study units which focus on business skills, with additional specialist units in business finance, including finance in the national economy and financial regulations. The course is equivalent to three AS levels and offers an excellent preparation for higher level study and career development. Students can also progress to a second year to complete the Extended Diploma, equivalent to 3 A Levels.

Young entrepreneur Joe Hodge, 17, a business with enterprise student from City College Norwich, was selected to have his business plan reviewed by Peter Jones and HRH Prince Andrew after standing out in a competition at the recent MADE: The Entrepreneur Festival.

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BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Business with Accounts

The student from Ashwellthorpe was one of just a handful of students to be granted the rare opportunity of a private audience with the Prince and Gazelle entrepreneur Peter Jones, after being judged to have given one of the best short pitches out of 19 students from different Gazelle colleges.

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This one year course is ideal preparation for a career in business with particular emphasis on accounts. It includes a core of study units which focus on business skills, with additional specialist units in accounting, including financial accounts and management accounting. The course is equivalent to 3 AS levels and offers an excellent preparation for higher level study and career development. Students can also progress to a second year to complete the Extended Diploma, equivalent to 3 A Levels. 24

This one year course is ideal preparation for a career in business with particular emphasis on entrepreneurship. It includes a core of study units which focus on business skills, with additional specialist units in enterprise, including innovation and strategy. The course is equivalent to three AS levels and offers an excellent preparation for higher level study and career development. Students can also progress to a second year to complete the Extended Diploma, equivalent to 3 A Levels. www.ccn.ac.uk

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ABC Level 3 Diploma in Fashion Retail

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Joeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stand out business idea, for which he is currently applying for a patent, is for a computer case that converts into a workspace aimed at the health and sensory market. Mr Hodge came up with the idea, designing the product himself, after finding that other products aimed at this market are very expensive. Once patented, the ambitious young entrepreneur plans to take his product to Apple.

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Business This one year course is ideal preparation for a career in business. It includes a core of study units which focus on business skills with additional specialist units which may be drawn from Accounts, Marketing, Human Resources, Management and Retail. The course is equivalent to 3 AS levels and offers an excellent preparation for higher level study and career development. Students can also progress to a second year to complete the Extended Diploma, equivalent to 3 A levels.

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Entry requirements BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Business Administration Minimum of 2 GCSE grade E in English and Maths or equivalent qualification BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business Applicants should have three GCSEs at grade A* - D including English, or equivalent qualification. There will also be an informal interview to look at qualifications and experience. OCR Level 3 Diploma Administration Applicants should have five GCSEs at Grades A* - C, including English, or Merit from BTEC First Diploma or equivalent. ABC Level 3 Diploma in Fashion Retail Applicants should have 5 GCSEs grades A* - C including English (and Maths at minimum grade D) or achievement at Merit grade for progression from the BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business, or equivalent.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Business with Personal and Business Finance Applicants should have five GCSEs grades A*-C including English and Maths at minimum D grade, or achievement at Merit grade for progression from the BTEC Level 2 Diploma, or equivalent. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Business with Accounts Applicants should have five GCSEs grades A* - C including English and Maths at minimum grade D, or achievement at Merit grade for progression from the BTEC Level 2 Diploma, or equivalent. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Business with Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Applicants should have five GCSEs at Grade A* - C including English and Maths at a minimum grade D or a minimum of a Merit grade at BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business, or equivalent. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Business Applicants should have five GCSEs grades A* - C including English and Maths at minimum grade D, or achievement at Merit grade for progression from the BTEC Level 2 Diploma, or equivalent.

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90 Credit Diplomas are equivalent to 1.5 A Levels or 3 AS Levels. These are 1 year courses with progression opportunities to the Extended Diplomas; a further 1 year course to give the equivalent of 3 A Levels.

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Training at City College Norwich offers a wealth of opportunities to move into this exciting sector, offering courses in everything from practical skills to leadership and management.

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The construction and engineering industry has been a specialism in the UK for centuries. We have been at the forefront of the global industry, helped both by a highly skilled workforce and world leading innovation. Having taken some knocks throughout the economic downturn, the industry is showing signs of recovery and companies are keen to recruit skilled workers to fill new roles.

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The Eastern region is making strong moves to capitalise on the opportunities that the energy industries bring, with an already strong base in renewable as well as traditional technologies. One of the keys to securing continued growth is the recruitment of skilled and enthusiastic employees with an interest in seeing the regional economy go from strength to strength and City College Norwich has the range of courses to make this a reality for you. Other growth areas include motor racing, building and construction and the low carbon economy, not least through the need to reduce the 28

energy demands of our housing and offices. In each area, the College has developed links to companies in the region and worked together to develop courses that prepare students to move directly into industry. Courses are available at every level, offering students the opportunity to join the College at an early stage in their careers and then to continue training right through to Higher Education and beyond. At every stage, students are encouraged to gain hands on experience, both through work placements and by spending teaching time in the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bespoke training workshops. Our staff are experienced, friendly and helpful ensuring you learn all of the skills you need to work effectively and safely. The College also has workshops equipped with the latest automotive technologies and computer labs with the software needed for design in both construction and engineering. In many cases our courses are accredited by specialist industry regulators, including the Institute www.ccn.ac.uk

of the Motor Industry. These close connections ensure that our courses will enable you to take your advanced skills straight to the workplace. Students from our courses have progressed into a wide variety of careers, including mechanics, bricklayers, civil engineers, plumbers, carpenters, demolition technicians, automotive technicians, race engineers, roofers, architectural engineers, planners, project managers and many more. There will be many opportunities on the courses to review the options that are available to you and to keep an eye on new developments in the industry, making sure you stay on track for a career that inspires you. The variety of courses available at City College Norwich is always evolving. Get involved now to ensure you find the right opportunity for you.

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Level 1 Certificate in Building Craft Occupations

Level 1 Craft Diploma in Bricklaying

Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying

This programme offers both practical and theory lessons to enable you to learn all about the different trades in construction. There are different trades covered as part of this course: plastering, plumbing, carpentry and brickwork. It also covers the compulsory aspects of health and safety within the industry. Successful students could move into employment or apply for an apprenticeship.

This course is the starting point for vocationally specific bricklaying courses. It combines skills that are common to all areas of the construction industry with specialist skills, such as blocklaying, bricklaying, cavity walling and developing masonry structures. Students will often progress in their careers, or on to level 2 courses.

This programme offers both practical and theory lessons which are designed to enable you to study brickwork in depth. Some core units are covered by all students, including safe working practices and communication skills, with specialist units in blocklaying, bricklaying, cavity walling and developing masonry structures. Many students progress to further study or develop their existing career.

Level 1 Craft Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Level 2 Craft Diploma in Site Carpentry / Bench Joinery

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

This programme offers both practical and theory lessons which are designed to enable you to learn all about carpentry and joinery. It combines skills that are common to all areas of the construction industry with specialist skills, such as woodworking joints, maintenance of tools and the use of electrical equipment. Students will often progress in their careers, or on to level 2 courses.

This programme offers both practical and theory lessons which are designed to enable you to learn all about either site carpentry or bench joinery. Some core units are covered by all students, including safe working practices and communication skills, with specialist units being taken in each of the two routes. Many students progress to further study or develop their existing career.

This is an ideal course if you want to develop construction skills and explore opportunities within this wide ranging, innovation-led sector. It looks in more detail at the significance of the built environment and what shapes and influences it. You will learn about the planning process and the different construction industries and have the chance to carry out site visits. Successful students can progress on to higher level training or directly into employment.

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At City College Norwich there are many options for starting your career in construction and engineering. Some focus on the essential practical skills needed for the sector to thrive and others provide strategic management skills to the sector leaders of the future. The Government has set ambitious targets for the industry and there are many notable examples of success in Norfolk.

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Level 2 Plumbing Certificate

C&G Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing

Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing

This course is ideal if you want to take the first steps towards becoming a qualified plumber. The course explores hot and cold water systems, pipes and gutters, plus how to install pipe systems, use materials and fit components. It also offers excellent progression routes for career development and level 3 study.

This programme is for those that have a level 2 qualification. It has been designed for those that wish to pursue a career in mechanical engineering services (plumbing) and you will gain the skills necessary to develop to supervisory level.

This qualification is for people thinking of a career perhaps working within the air conditioning industry or as an electrician or plumber. It covers four areas of the industry: plumbing, electrical technology, heating and ventilation, and refrigeration and air conditioning. The course gives an entry route to the building services engineering industry and the opportunity to choose a specialism for further study.

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Level 1 Electrical Diploma

Level 2 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology

This course is ideal for school leavers who want to take the first steps towards a career in electrical installation engineering. This course explores installing lighting, power circuits, technical knowledge (which includes a sound understanding of electrical engineering principles), electrical installations and Health and Safety, in addition to component recognition, operation and testing. Student progression options include further study e.g. Level 2 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology or career development.

This course is designed to introduce you to a variety of skills necessary to build a career in the electrical contracting industry. It will introduce you to electrotechnical principles and practice and enable you to pursue a career within the electrical industry, for instance as an electrician, electrical technician and electrical engineer. You could also progress to further study or specialist skills development.

Level 2 Diploma in Maintenance Operations This Diploma will prepare you for work in areas such as brickwork, woodwork, painting and decorating, and basic plumbing. Units of study include repairs, painting plastering and the wood trades, as well as safe working practices and working in teams. Successful students can progress into an apprenticeship.

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HND Construction and HND Civil Engineering students toured the site of City College Norwich’s creative arts building and were given insights into how the £5.7m building project is being managed by GRAHAM Construction. The twenty 2nd year students were given a tour of the site by GRAHAM Project Manager Dermot McGrotty. During the site tour the students asked questions about the methods and progress of the construction project. Designed by architects BDP in an attractive Norfolk barn style, the creative arts building will feature 3 purpose-built floors dedicated to different areas of the creative, performing and digital arts. Following the site tour, the students were given an overview of the key elements of construction management in relation to a project of this size. The presentation covered everything from the different types of contracts that a firm like GRAHAM works on, to project management techniques during construction, cost control, ensuring health and safety and monitoring quality.

Students get hands-on with new build

The students were given insights into the complexities and practical considerations involved in managing large construction projects, and how to manage potential risks to any project, such as bad weather, increases in raw material costs, variations to the plan and working with subcontractors. HND Construction student, Carl Roofe, who works for Broadland Housing, commented: “It has been massively helpful. The talk explained real world scenarios and it was useful to be given examples based on real experience in the construction industry.”

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IMI Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

IMI Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

This course provides an initial overview of vehicle maintenance and repair for applicants who prefer and respond to ‘hands-on’ learning.

This course provides an initial overview of vehicle maintenance and repair, working on a wide range of vehicles. It includes units such as chassis technology, routine maintenance, engine technology and transmission technology. It will help students progress into employment as well as opening opportunities for further study.

This course provides an introduction to vehicle maintenance, working on a wide range of vehicles. This qualification covers the technical needs for today’s motor vehicle repair industry, including diagnosis of non complex faults. It provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on cars and light vehicles in all types of garages. It will help students progress into employment as well as opening opportunities for further study.

It includes units such as chassis technology, routine maintenance, engine technology and transmission technology. The inclusion of Level 1 optional units also allows learners the opportunity to progress to a higher level of IMI Awards qualification, if they are able

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IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

IMI Level 2 Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

This course provides essential knowledge for vehicle maintenance, working on a wide range of vehicles. It includes all the knowledge needed for service technicians, including diagnosing and repairing engine faults, chassis system faults and electrical equipment. This course will enable you to move into skilled employment or give you the qualifications needed to progress to Higher Education.

This qualification covers the technical needs for today’s motorsport repair industry, including diagnosis of non complex faults. The course covers units including vehicle science, vehicle maths and electrical and electronic systems. Successful students can progress on to level 3 training or directly into employment or an apprenticeship.

IMI Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations

IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations

This course provides essential knowledge for body panel repair or repainting, working on a wide range of vehicles. In both areas, students will restore damaged vehicles or panels back to original shape and finish. Repairs are carried out to industry standard using the large range of equipment found in the College’s impressive body workshop. It will help students progress into employment as well as opening opportunities for further study.

This course provides essential knowledge for vehicle body and paint operators working on a wide range of vehicles. It includes preparation, refinishing and application procedures and the diagnosis and rectifying of paint faults. This course will enable you to move into skilled employment or give you the qualifications needed to undertake further professional qualifications.

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IMIAL Entry Level 3 Diploma in Introduction to Vehicle Technology

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A group of students are on the starting grid of City College Norwichâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair course, run in partnership with Shawn Taylor Racing, which will prepare them for careers in the exciting world of motorsport. All of the students will work towards the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) level 2 Extended Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, which will prepare them for a career as an automotive technician within the motorsport industry. During their course the students will spend around 40 per cent of their time engaged in practical learning in the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s motor vehicle workshops.

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Norfolk-based Shawn Taylor Racing is supporting the course, providing the students with invaluable opportunities to gain experience of working alongside its own engineers. City College Norwich has also acquired a Formula Ford racing car for the students to work on. In addition to developing their skills and knowledge working on the car, students will go to local races and experience the competitive race day environment by marshalling at events with the 750 Motor Club.

BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Engineering

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Engineering

This is an ideal course for you if you are interested in engineering and would like an introduction to this innovation-led industry. You will learn about basic engineering, electrical and electronic principles, design and materials, and how to produce simple engineering drawings. Successful students can progress on to further training or directly into employment or an apprenticeship.

This course will develop your understanding of the engineering world, the different sectors and how they impact on our lives. You will learn about the key engineering principles in more detail, such as design, materials, electronic systems, maintenance and manufacturing. Successful students can progress on to level 3 training or directly into employment or an apprenticeship.

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BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering This course is an excellent choice if you want a career in mechanical engineering and prefer a practical alternative to A levels. It will develop your knowledge of the core engineering subjects, as well as giving you the chance to specialise in mechanical engineering. You will learn how engineering businesses operate and the factors that affect them and the wider industry. Successful students can progress on to higher level training or directly into employment.

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Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying Applicants should have completed the Level 1 Craft Diploma in Bricklaying

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Level 1 Certificate in Building Craft Occupations There are no formal entry requirements, but applicants will be interviewed and will need to demonstrate the commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing Applicants will need to demonstrate motivation and a keen interest in the building services engineering sector. Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm and motivation to succeed on the course. Applicants will also need to have basic skills in IT, Maths and communications. A good reference from a previous employer, school or work experience provider is also required. Level 1 Craft Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm and motivation to succeed on the course. Students will also need to have basic skills in IT, Maths and communications. A good reference from a previous employer, school or work experience provider is also required. Level 2 Craft Diploma in Site Carpentry/Bench Joinery Applicants should have completed the Level 1 Craft Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment Applicants should have five GSCEs at grade A* - C including English, Science and Maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification. In addition a pre-entry task must be completed to a high standard.

Level 2 Plumbing Certificate Applicants should have completed the Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing course, or equivalent. You will also be asked to attend an advisory interview. C&G Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing Applicants will need to have successfully achieved a Level 2 qualification in Plumbing. Level 2 Diploma in Maintenance Operations Applicants will need to have completed an approriate Level 1 qualification.You will also be asked to attend an advisory interview. Level 1 Electrical Diploma There are no formal entry requirements, but applicants will be interviewed and will need to demonstrate the commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. Level 2 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology Applicants should have four GCSEs at grades A* - C, or equivalent. GCSE in Maths and English should be achieved at a minimum of grade C, or Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2 or above or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject and complete a successful selection interview. IMI Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations Applicants should have three GCSEs at grades A* - D including English, Maths and a Science based subject or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject and complete a successful selection interview. IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations Applicants should have completed the IMI Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations, or equivalent. IMIAL Entry Level 3 Diploma in Introduction to Vehicle Technology Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. IMI Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. www.ccn.ac.uk

IMI Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Applicants should have two GCSEs at grade A* - D preferably including English and Mathematics or a Level 1 award in a relevant subject, plus successful completion of an interview. IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Applicants should have achieved the IMI Level 2 Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent, and will have a selection interview. IMI Level 2 Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Applicants should have three GCSEs at grade A* - C, including Maths and English, or equivalent. BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Engineering Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Applicants should have three GCSEs at grade A – D including Maths, English and Science. BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Applicants should have five GSCEs at grade A* - C including English, Science and Maths (ideally grade A* - B) or a Level 2 Diploma Engineering, or equivalent. In addition a pre-entry task must be completed to a high standard. BTEC Extended Diploma in Mechanical Engineering After completing the Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering you have the option of completing this course to further build your technical knowledge. It will build on the mathematics and science you have already studied and develop new knowledge/skills in areas such as Engineering Materials, Electronics, Design and Project Management.

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The creative sector is thriving in the Eastern region. According to the New Anglia, the Local Economic Partnership for the region, there are more than 10,000 people employed in the sector in Norfolk and Suffolk alone, with many businesses leading the field in digital industries. The sector is also targeted for further development and graduates from City College Norwich will be perfectly placed to join the trend. There are a wide variety of courses to choose from, with options at every level, with many offering the chance to develop business as well as practical skills.

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Level 1 Craft Diploma in Bricklaying Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm and motivation to succeed on the course. Students will also need to have basic skills in IT, Maths and communications. A good reference from a previous employer, school or work experience provider is also required.

During my 4 years at City College Norwich I have been taught skills that have not only furthered my learning into industry standard levels but also developed and shaped me into the person I am now.

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There is a wide range of courses to choose from, each with a distinct specialism, but all offering students the chance to get an insight into the sector and develop their skills as practitioners. The school has a very active programme of events using venues throughout the county and also encourages students to spend time at events on a national stage, such as the Latitude Festival or in the O2 arena. You will also have dedicated one-to-one tutorial sessions with your tutor during the year. In many cases, the subjects are taught by practicing artists in top class facilities at the College. As well as creative learning spaces there is a wealth of specialist equipment available to students, in many cases encouraging collaborative learning between students from

different programmes. Facilities include photography studios, digital editing suites, a TV studio, a radio studio, digital graphic design labs, animation studios, 3D sculpture workshops, fashion studios, a working theatre and dance spaces. It is very common for students and small businesses in the creative sector to work collaboratively with each other, drawing together the practical and technical skills needed for each unique project. The College also maintains excellent links with large local partners, such as the BBC, Archant, the Theatre Royal, the Castle Museum and Kings Lynn Arts Centre. These links make it possible for students to complete the course with a clearer idea of the career options available to them in the creative industries. The College offers courses at every level, making it possible for students to develop their skills through entry level training and to proceed all the way through to

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university level study. The courses have been designed to fit together, with content that is complementary and consistent with the exceptional standards demanded by the industry. Students from the College have progressed into some of the leading universities, schools of stage performance and dance, on to specialist courses and, in many cases, on to successful self employment as practitioners. There is no better time to be investigating your options in this fast moving sector. It is growing regionally, nationally and internationally and by developing your skills at the College you will be building an excellent foundation to secure your place within it.

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BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Fine Art

If you are interested in a career in art and design or progression to higher level courses, this course could be for you. Study includes two and three-dimensional visual language, exploring the art, craft and design work of others, and applying the creative process through printmaking, painting, drawing, textiles, sculpture, photography and digital art.

This course will give you all the experience you will need for employment within creative industries or to apply for higher level courses. The course is very broad and you will be able to generate and develop your ideas through studying a variety of units, including painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, generating ideas, photography and computers in art and design.

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City College Norwich is at the forefront of the sector, working closely with both companies and planners to ensure our students get the skills needed for companies to continue the trend for growth.

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BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Textiles

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Fashion and Clothing

This programme aims to develop designers in textiles and equip them with a range of technical skills, aesthetic and commercial awareness. On this course you will have the opportunity to explore a range of textiles techniques and materials and acquire the skills to create a range of textiles, complimentary interiors / fashion accessories and art based products. Students may move on to Higher Education or into employment, or self-employment.

This programme aims to develop creative practice within the fashion discipline. On the course you will be introduced to the basic, but essential aspects of industrial practices, fashion illustration, pattern cutting and garment construction. This is complemented with visual recording and fabric manipulation techniques. Students may go on to Higher Education or into employment or self-employment.

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Enjoyable, varied and challenging, this course is the equivalent of three AS Levels and is designed for those who are not yet sure of which area of Art and Design they would like to specialise in. This will give you a range of experience across different creative mediums which will lead to a qualification and a portfolio of work which will enable you to progress to the BTEC 180 Credit Extended Diploma, employment within a creative industry or to Higher Education where you may wish then to specialise. You will be able to generate and develop your ideas through studying 9 units from a variety of different units examples of which are painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, generating ideas, graphics, photograpy, textiles and fashion.

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ABC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media

BTEC 90 Credit Diploma in Graphic Design

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Interactive Media

The programme builds on your learning in art and design, identifying strengths and developing skills in a wide range of art disciplines. Subjects could include painting, textiles, drawing, printmaking, photography, sculpture and digital art practice. You will be able to research information and develop knowledge of historical and contemporary art practice. You could go on to look for options for further study or move into employment within the creative industries.

Interested in creating logos, illustration, typography, book covers, posters and narratives? Then this course is for you. It covers a range of essential vocational graphics skills such as drawing, illustration, advertising, media and computer skills - all used within the creative industries, a particular strength of the region. Students may move directly into employment or self-employment, or look for opportunities in Higher Education.

Through this programme, you will gain skills and knowledge in digital arts, interactive media, animation, design and creative practice. The course will develop your creativity through a range of media, including 2D and 3D animation through stop motion, drawing, photography and mixed media experimental work combining digital and traditional art techniques to progress to motion graphics and game development. Students may progress into Higher Education or into employment in games design or electronic media.

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Media Production

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Photography

This course will deliver a wide variety of the skills needed to succeed in a career in the media industry. Units include music video production, pre-production, film studies, animation production, digital graphics, film and video editing and interpretation of a brief. Successful students may also look for opportunities in Higher Education.

This course takes a comprehensive and exciting journey through traditional and theoretical photography. You will not need to be an accomplished photographer but you should have a real interest in the theoretical aspects of photography and be willing to see the world differently. You could go on to Higher Education in many areas of visual arts or develop a career as a freelance of specialist photographer.

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Creative Toast Productions, a student-led media production company based at City College Norwich and run in partnership with Eye Film & Television, showcased its bold and exciting new model of learning – as one of the first learning companies in the country – at its official launch on Friday 1st February 2013. The big idea behind learning companies, which are being led by the Gazelle Group of Colleges, is that students develop their skills within a company that operates on a commercial basis, giving students the opportunity to work for real customers and, crucially, giving them a substantial input and responsibility for all aspects of the operation of the company.

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While the students still complete a recognised qualification as part of their learning company experience – in this case the ABC Foundation Diploma – this model takes entrepreneurial learning to a new level, with the students spending all of their time based in the learning company, working 9 to 5, rather than in traditional lessons. Seven talented and enthusiastic students with ambitions to work in media production currently work for Creative Toast Productions, all of whom impressed in the recruitment interviews – which were more like applying for a job than a conventional course – back in August.

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Since starting work for the learning company, the students have been incredibly busy both developing Creative Toast as a new production company and securing and delivering their first commissioned projects. Among the projects that Creative Toast has been working on to date are a campaign for Norfolk County Council aimed at young people, filming City College Norwich’s graduation ceremony at Norwich Cathedral, and design work for the forthcoming Designers’ Show at Norwich Fashion Week. 41

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This course offers training and experience for students who wish to pursue a career or go on to further study in the performing arts. The course includes modules in industry related business and staging a public performance. In total students will study six modules: two in acting, two in production, one in singing and one in dance.

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Performance This course develops skills in acting, dancing and singing. Learners will take a variety of options in order to complete their chosen qualification. Many of the units are project led. This gives the learners the opportunity of developing skills and techniques in relation to a performance or showing.

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BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Music

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Music

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit in Musical Theatre

This course is for people who are passionate about developing a career in acting and performance. You will gain a wide range of skills and experiences within a working theatre and by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations. Units include learning lines and rehearsal techniques, interpretation, delivery, audio performance and theatre management. The course is an excellent stepping stone directly into the industry or on to Higher Education.

This course offers an exciting and ideal starting point if you want to pursue a career in music or go on to further study. With an emphasis on various forms of popular and contemporary music, the course will focus on both the practical and the theoretical. Across eight units you will begin to explore music theory, the workings of the music industry as a business and as a cultural force in modern society, and, of course, get a lot of opportunity to play.

This course provides a great preparation for a career in the music industry or Higher Education courses in music, music technology and music management. Units include song writing, composing, music technology, concert production, music theory and harmony, sound and music for film, and marketing and production.

This course is designed for those of you who wish to build upon the three disciplines of acting, singing and dance. Units on the course include rehearsal techniques, drama improvisation, movement in performance, ballet, jazz, singing skills and audition techniques. Students may move directly into employment in the entertainments industry or progress to Higher Education.

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BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performance

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Dance

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Dance

This course offers a great starting point for a career within the field of dance prior to the further study. On the course you will study ballet, jazz, contemporary and musical theatre alongside theory based work which will underpin your practical skills.

This course is for people who are passionate about developing a career in dance. This is a practical, work related course where you learn through completing projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations and activities. Units include ballet, jazz, tap, choreography, musical theatre and rehearsal techniques. Students may progress directly into the entertainments industry or into Higher Education.

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BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Production Arts (Technical Theatre)

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Production Arts (Technical Theatre)

This course is for people who are interested in working within the performing arts and creative industries in the technical and design areas. Units include crewing, lighting operations, sound operations and the production processes used in performing arts. The course opens doors for employment in the entertainments industry as well as progression on to level 3 courses.

This course is for people who are interested in working within the performing arts and creative industries in the technical and design areas. Units on the course include stage management, lighting and sound operations, technology operations, arts administration, front of house operations and business management. There are many options for progression on to Higher Education as well as directly into the industry. This course is equivalent to 1 A Level and runs over 2 terms. Students then have the opportunity to progress to the Extended Diploma, the equivalent of 3 A Levels.

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Acting and production arts students from City College Norwich have won a national award for their road safety campaigns, which have used live performance to bring hard-hitting road safety messages to thousands of young people in Norfolk.

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Brake, the road safety charity, has named the college students as the winners of this year’s 2young2die award, after a highly successful campaign– commissioned by Norfolk County Council – saw the group take performances of their ‘Bad Trip’ show to over 1,200 students in years 10 and 11 in schools and colleges throughout Norfolk during the last academic year. This powerful piece of theatre, created and staged by the students as part of their course, highlighted the consequences of driving whilst under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The show also formed a key part of Brake’s regional road safety launch in November 2011.

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The 2young2die awards scheme is all about young people taking action to make their communities safer places. It’s about getting creative, and using a range of media to promote messages that can save lives, prevent suffering, and promote sociallyresponsible, active lifestyles. Teams of young people, from teenagers up to the age of 25, can enter the awards by delivering an original road safety campaign and raising funds to support Brake’s work, which includes supporting families bereaved by road crashes.

Entry requirements BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design Applicants should have two GCSEs at grade A* - D including Art and English or equivalent plus an appropriate level of competence in English Language and Numeracy. Applicants should also have a portfolio of visual work, which will normally consist of drawings, paintings, sketchbook, 3D work and photography. In exceptional circumstances, for instance where no formal qualifications are available, we invite applicants to demonstrate their drawing skills, enthusiasm and commitment for the course at interview. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Fine Art Applicants should have four GCSEs at grade A* - C, preferably including Art and Design and English Language, or equivalent, plus a portfolio of varied, good quality work. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Art and Design Four GCSEs at Grade C or above, preferably including Art and Design and English Language or First Diploma in Art and Design at Merit or Distinction, plus portfolio of varied, good quality work. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Textiles Applicants should have four GCSEs grade A* - C including Art and Design and English, a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in a related subject, or equivalent, plus a good portfolio or art and design work. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Fashion and Clothing Applicants should have a good portfolio, plus four GCSEs at grade A* C including Art and Design and English, or equivalent. ABC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media Applicants should have three GCSEs at grades A* - C including Art and Design and English plus one A level, a BTEC Extended Diploma in a relevant area, or equivalent. All applicants will be interviewed and will be asked to bring a portfolio of work. You will be expected to be able to demonstrate your passion to pursue creative practice. Applications from mature students are welcomed and appropriate work experience will be considered. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Interactive Media (Games Design) Applicants should have four GCSEs at grade A* - C, including English and Art, Graphics, Media or other related creative discipline. A portfolio of creative work showing your skills and interests will be required for interview.

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Media Production Applicants should have four GCSEs at grades A* - C including English or a Level 2 qualification in a relevant area.

expected to attend an audition/interview workshop day, where you will be required to participate in practical activities, perform a prepared audition piece and undertake a short interview.

BTEC 90 Credit Diploma in Graphic Design You’ll need to attend an interview, bringing with you sketchbooks and a portfolio of your drawings, illustrations, art / graphic design work. You must have at least one of the following qualifications: 4 GCSEs at grade C or above, one of which must be a C at GCSE English. And one GCSE should be in an art, graphic design or designrelated subject OR: At least MERIT grade at BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design or equivalent. If you do not meet the entry requirements but have considerable talent and enthusiasm you may be considered.

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Dance Applicants should have four GCSEs at Grades A* - D (including English), or equivalent. You will also be asked to attend a one day workshop/audition where you will be asked to present a solo dance performance.

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Photography Applicants should have at least four GCSEs at grades A* - C, including English, or equivalent. Applicants should also have a strong interest in visual studies and applicants will also be asked to respond to a visual brief given by the tutors in preparation for the interview. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performance Applicants for this course should have four GCSEs at Grades A*-E, or equivalent, and will also be asked to participate in a one-day workshop/audition. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Performance Four GCSEs at grade C to include English and Mathematics. or equivalent. Applicants will be asked to participate in a one-day workshop/audition. At interview you should be able to demonstrate a capacity to maintain effort on this intensive full-time programme of study and demonstrate an ability to be able to complete both practical and ‘academic’ elements of the course. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Acting Applicants should have a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in a related subject, an Intermediate GNVQ in a related subject or at least four GCSEs at grades A*-C including English, or equivalent. You will also be asked to attend an audition/ interview workshop day, where you will be required to participate in practical activities, perform a prepared audition piece and undertake a short interview. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Musical Theatre Applicants should have at least four GCSEs at grades A*-C (including English), BTEC Level 2 in a related subject or an equivalent qualification. You will also be

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BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Dance Applicants should have at least four GCSEs at grades A*-C (including English), or equivalent. You will also be expected to attend an audition/ interview workshop day, where you will be required to participate in practical activities, perform a prepared audition piece and undertake a short interview. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Music Applicants should have four GCSEs at grades A* - D, or equivalent, and also attend a short interview/audition. The audition will be essential. As well as an opportunity to show what you can do, given a short musical task, it is a chance to have a look around and meet your potential future staff.

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BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Music Applicants should have five GCSEs at grade A* - C , including English and Maths, or the BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music, or equivalent. Also, applicants must demonstrate a reasonable degree of musical literacy, equivalent to ABRSM or LLCM Grade IV Theory and performance and/or GCSE Music at grade A* - C. Applicants will be required to attend an audition, at which they will be asked to demonstrate their ability to respond to a range of musical tasks. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Production Arts (Technical Theatre) Applicants should have four GCSEs at grades A* - G or equivalent, or appropriate work experience.You will also be expected to attend an interview workshop day, where you will be required to participate in practical activities, prepare and perform a short presentation and undertake a short interview. BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Production Arts (Technical Theatre) Applicants should have four GCSEs at grades A* - C (ideally including English and Maths), a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in a related subject, or equivalent, or appropriate work experience. You will also be expected to attend an interview workshop day, where you will be required to participate in practical activities, prepare and perform a short presentation and undertake a short interview. 45

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Almost half of the people working in the sector are self employed, making it one of the most entrepreneurial industries in the country and many of the sector professionals are keen to advance their skills through continued development. Becoming part of the City College Norwich community will enable you to join this exciting, glamorous and fast moving sector.

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The hair and beauty industry is worth over £6 billion to the UK economy and is growing. It is a dynamic and creative sector with a wide variety of career opportunities, for instance in salons, film, television, fashion and enterprise.

During my 4 years at City College Norwich I have been taught skills that have not only furthered my learning into industry standard levels but also developed and shaped me into the person I am now.

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Courses at City College Norwich are offered at every level, enabling students to begin with a range of practical skills and allowing them to develop through education and training up into Higher Education and beyond. As an industry, the sector is keen to ensure all staff have the right training in place to work safely and effectively, making now a perfect time to get the right skills to develop your career.

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The College places a strong emphasis on working in partnership with industry to ensure every student has the chance to get professional experience even before their course is complete. Training is also undertaken in the professional and up to date facilities at the College, including modern salons, beauty therapy suites, saunas and a gym. You will have the training you need to operate all of the technical equipment safely for yourself as well as your clients, which is particularly important because all of the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s facilities are open to the public who come in to enjoy the treatments on offer. Students from our courses have gone into a huge range of careers, including, beauty therapists, hair styling, theatrical and camouflage make-up, spa managers, make up artistry, tanning and Indian head massage. Many become self employed and an integral part of our higher level courses is

business management and development, as well as giving you an excellent grounding in customer service and communication skills. Hair and beauty students also get the opportunity to get involved with some of the key events in the College calendar, including the annual fashion show and theatrical productions. Every opportunity is taken to ensure students have all the right experience to move into industry and to rapidly become a fully skilled and ambitious employee. Looking at the options available at City College Norwich is the first step to becoming part of this exciting sector.

Certificate in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy

VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing

This exciting course offers an excellent introduction to the skills needed to work in the hair and beauty sector. Units include basic skin and hand care, applying make-up, themed face painting and styling for women. Following this course you could move on to level 1 training or into employment with further training included.

This course in hairdressing is for those who wish to take their first steps towards following a career in the hairdressing industry. Units include hair styling, plaiting and twisting, customer service, salon reception skills and shampooing and conditioning hair. It is an excellent starting point for progression in the industry, through further training and employment.

VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing This course in hairdressing is for those who wish to take their first steps towards following a career in the hairdressing industry. Units include shampooing and hair conditioning, cutting and styling hair, perming and colouring, and salon reception skills. Students may progress on to further training or to employment with training included.

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A qualification in hair and beauty will open doors to an exciting and varied industry. Not just based in the salon, professionals can be found on film sets, on cruise liners and in spa retreats, using their specialist skills to bring contemporary styling to every corner of the country.

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VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing This programme is an ideal course if you want to develop your skills as a hairdresser to a higher level. You will be helped and encouraged to expand your knowledge and develop the practical, personal and creative skills you will need as well as learning some general management and business skills. The course opens opportunities for progression on to an apprenticeship, employment and further specialist study.

VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

This course has been designed to offer a broad introduction to the beauty therapy sector. Units include basic pedicure treatments, basic manicure treatments, creating hair and beauty images, skin care and health and safety. It is an excellent starting point for progression in the industry, through further training and employment.

This course is designed to give you the best start to launch a career in beauty therapy. Units include facials, manicures, pedicures, make up, eye lash and eyebrow treatments and reception work. You could progress directly into employment or on to further training at level 3.

This course is designed to give you all the skills you need to launch a career in beauty therapy in various settings, including health spas, cruise liners, in flight beauty salons and clinics. Units include Swedish body massage, massage, tanning and figure diagnosis, electrical treatments and sauna.

NVQ and VRQ level 3 Hairdressing students from City College Norwich presented an afternoon of hair demonstrations and exhibition of their work when they hosted the L’Art de la Coiffure Hair Show on Monday 29th April 2013. The show, held in the StartUp Lounge, allowed students to exhibit their mood boards, photographs taken at Dunston Hall and hair creations inspired by fairy tale, vintage/retro and red carpet themes to their family and employers. Students also had the opportunity to show off their practical skills as they presented a range of hair demonstrations during the show.

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Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Media Make-up

Level 3 Diploma in Hair and Media Make-up

This course is aimed at students who are interested in a future career as a make-up artist. Units include applying make-up, body art design, photographic make-up and eyelash and brow treatments. Students may go on to further study at level 3 or seek employment in the media industry.

This course is aimed at students who are interested in a future career as a make-up artist. Units include camouflage make-up, airbrushing, body art, fashion and photographic make-up, hair piece fitting, creative hairdressing and health and safety. Students may go on to further study and Higher Education or directly into a career in the media industries.

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Every aspect of the show from designing invites to ordering refreshments for the event was organised by the students themselves. Jo Bonham, Course Tutor, City College Norwich said: “The standard of work this year has been of a really high standard. This sort of event really pushes students out of their comfort zone, but it is really useful for students to develop skills that will help them go on to do session styling in the future. All students have worked really well as a team and I am really proud of them.”

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Certificate in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy All applicants will be interviewed to establish their needs and interests and suitability for the programme. In particular we will be looking for commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed. This is part of a series of qualifications which can be offered at a level which best suits your abilities. This will be assessed at an initial interview, which will also aim to identify areas where further skills development where be needed. VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing Minimum of 2 GCSE grade E in English and Maths or equivalent qualifications. Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing Applicants should have four GCSEs at grade A* - C, preferably including English, Art or a Science subject. There will also be an interview which will include a task to complete. Mature students who may not have the qualifications listed are encouraged to apply if they can show a strong commitment to studying and an interest/experience in the industry. Applicants should also be motivated and enthusiastic and have a willingness to reflect industry standards for dress code, professional attitude and customer care standards.

VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing Students should have completed the VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or the NVQ Level 2 Apprenticeship. Candidates will also be required to go through an interview and complete a successful trade test. VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Applicants should have a minimum of 2 GCSE grade E in English and Maths or equivalent. Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Applicants should have four GCSEs at grade A* - C, preferably including English, Art or a Science subject. There will also be an interview which will include a task to complete. Mature students who may not have the qualifications listed are encouraged to apply if they can show a strong commitment to studying and an interest/experience in the industry. Applicants should also be motivated and enthusiastic and have a willingness to reflect industry standards for dress code, professional attitude and customer care standards. VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Applicants should have completed the VRQ Level 2 Diploma in

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Beauty Therapy or Complementary Therapies . Candidates will also be required to go through an interview and complete a successful trade test. Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Media Make-up Applicants should have four GCSEs at grade A* - C to include English and Maths. Level 3 Diploma in Hair and Media Make-up Applicants should have a Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Media Makeup or Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy or Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing

Some of the country’s largest employers are in this sector, with the most notable being the National Health Service, as well as some of the largest professional groups, which include care assistants, nurses and home carers.

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Health and social care is one the biggest sectors in the UK economy. It is growing faster than inflation and is at the forefront of social policy and technological development.

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Health and social care is an extremely diverse sector. As well as being highly skilled, professionals in the sector often deal directly with the community and have the ongoing reward of making a direct difference to people’s lives. It is also very closely aligned to industries which develop and distribute some of the newest technologies to impact our lives, including medicine and health innovations. At City College Norwich we have worked closely with the industry to develop a range of courses that will support the development of the sector through its next phase of growth. And we aim to build long term relationships with our students, with many of them returning many times throughout their career to continue

their training and development. For this reason we offer courses at a wide variety of levels, enabling students to begin their careers at entry level and to continue their training through to Higher Education and beyond. In many cases our courses have integrated all of the professional training requirements to move straight into the industry, while also ensuring the courses have developed in line with industry needs. The courses have excellent links with employers and many courses place a strong emphasis on professional experience. Students will spend significant periods of their training working alongside the professionals and getting first hand experience of how to proceed effectively in their careers. As well as practical skills, students on health and social care courses learn the advanced skills needed to work safely for both themselves and their clients. Course units may include risk management, teamwork and leadership, law

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and health and safety, as well as language, creative skills, psychology and art therapy. You may choose to use these skills in careers such as the police force, social work, child care, play work, mental health nursing, occupational therapy, midwifery, nursing or nutrition. With the growth that looks set to continue in the health and social care sector, the opportunities for career development could be significant. Plus you can be certain that no two days will ever be the same, encouraging you to become ever more versatile in your future planning. At City College Norwich we have developed a range of courses which will play a significant part in securing the right skills for the health and social care sector. By joining a course here you will become part of the new team of health and social care workers that will secure the future of the sector and ensure every generation can be secure in the knowledge that they have the care that they need to thrive.

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The sector is moving forward at a rapid pace and is keen to recruit staff with the skills needed to drive it through its continued evolution. At City College Norwich we have a wide range of courses designed to enable our students to become part of this innovative and exciting profession.

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CACHE Level 1 Diploma in Childcare

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development

CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young Person Workforce

This nationally accredited qualification offers an ideal start if you want to work with children. Units include personal development, food and nutrition, care of children and play and practical activities. You could progress from this course into preparation for employment or on to further study at level 2.

This course will train you to work in a face to face role with children, young people (aged 0-16 years) and families. Units include positive relationships, keeping children safe, supporting child development, maintaining child friendly environments and supporting play and learning. Following this course you could progress on to a level 3 programme or into a role such as nursery assistant or crèche worker.

This course is designed to help students build the knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people. This course covers a diverse range of job roles and occupational areas such as early learning and childcare, children’s social care and learning and development support services. Students can also progress on to further study and Higher Education.

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BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Subsidiary and Extended)

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies)

This course offers a broad introduction to the health and social care sector. Students study six units, including specialist units that give an in depth insight into the sector. Students could go on the further study at level 3 or seek employment in the care sector.

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the health and social care sector. Units include equality, diversity and rights, health, safety and security, psychology, anatomy and physiology. You could progress from this course on to a Higher Education programme or into a career in one of the allied health professions.

This course offers a detailed and practical insight into the health and social care sector. Its academic standard also satisfies the entry requirements of nursing and professions allied to medicine (such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy) as well as giving the entry requirements needed for universities and colleges. Units include anatomy and physiology, safeguarding, psychology and public health.

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed)

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed) (Subsidiary and Extended)

This course is ideal preparation if you are keen on starting a career in the uniformed services. Units include public service skills, physical fitness, law, sports and recreation and land navigation. The course provides the qualifications needed to progress to the study at level 3 or into a career in the public sector.

The course is designed to introduce you to all aspects of public service work. Units include law and criminology, citizenship, teamwork and leadership, physical fitness, government and politics. You could move from this course into Higher Education or into a career in the public sector.

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Students from City College Norwich’s School of Health and Community Studies participated in a one day conference at St Andrews House to learn from professionals about working in the sector. The Cradle to Grave Student Conference focused on a broad range of topics including: post natal support, foster care, sign language, disability support and dementia. Students took part in a variety of short interactive workshops and had the chance to review case studies with practitioners from different local providers of health and social care services.

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National Diploma Health and Social Care student Ellie Beales said: “The foster caring section of today has given me a better understanding of the issues that you are faced with when dealing with young children who have been placed in foster care and how to deal with these.”

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CACHE Level 1 Diploma in Childcare Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment, motivation and an enthusiasm for working with children. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development Applicants should have three GCSEs at grade A* - D including English. You should also be able to demonstrate, at interview, an ability and aptitude for working with children aged 0 to 16 years in any setting. CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young Person Workforce Applicants should have five GCSEs at Grade A* - C including English and ideally Maths, or a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development at Merit or Distinction level. You will also need to demonstrate interest and enthusiasm for working with children. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care Applicants should have three GCSEs at Grades A* - D or a BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Health and Social Care or other suitable foundation course passed at Merit level.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Subsidiary and Extended) To gain a place on the Subsidiary Diploma, applicants should have five GCSEs at Grade A* - C including English and Maths, or a BTEC Level 2 Health and Social Care, passed at Merit level or above. After six months study and successful completion of the Subsidiary Diploma, students are able to progress to the Extended Diploma. BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies) Applicants should have 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths and English, and ideally Science. Successful completion of the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies) leads to progression onto the Extended Diploma. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed) Applicants should have two GCSEs at Grade A* - D, or a BTEC Level 1 Certificate or other suitable Foundation level course passed at Merit level.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed) Applicants should have five GCSEs at Grade A* - C or have achieved the BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed) at Merit level. Successful completion of the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed) allows students to progress to the second phase of the course, the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma. You should also be sufficiently physically fit to meet most public service entry requirements and demonstrate a willingness to participate in outdoor activities.

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With the sector growing, it is clear that the challenges are being met. Careers in this sector vary dramatically, from catering and professional cookery right through to tourism administration and management. At City College Norwich you can choose to join a community of students training to become part of this varied and dynamic industry.

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The way we spend our leisure time has changed a lot in recent years. With resources stretched, expectations of value for money have risen and the hospitality and tourism industry has had to adapt to succeed.

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It is easy to get here and it is more specialised in practical skills than other colleges. It is a relaxed atmosphere, but you can get help on things that you are not sure of.

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The UK government has set ambitious targets for the hospitality and tourism sector. As well as aiming to become one of the top five destinations for global visitors, the sector has been challenged to attract at least half of the tourism expenditure of UK based visitors, encouraging the growth of the ‘staycation’.

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These are ambitions targets for an industry that has to move fast to keep up with the attractions of travelling abroad. Critical to achieving this vision is attracting talented and dedicated staff into the sector, with the skills to make an impact fast. This is where training at City College Norwich can make the difference. The College offers a huge range of courses, making it possible to join at an entry level and to progress right through to Higher Education. This ‘inclusive learning’ policy makes it possible for you to identify a training route that makes it possible for you to achieve your ambitions, all the time using your new experiences to review your options and pursue new opportunities.

Our aim is to provide you with the skills to join a sector that is already worth a significant amount to the economy in Norfolk and Suffolk each year, with the potential for more growth ahead.

Skills Academy for Hospitality. This gives it a place in a partnership which works closely with industry, policymakers and teachers to ensure that courses deliver exactly what the sector needs.

All of our courses encourage learning in a practical context and our students have undertaken work experience with companies like Virgin Airways, British Airways, Michelin star restaurants, holiday companies, tourist destinations and hotels. This combines with the live experience that can be gained in our own outstanding facilities, which include seven kitchens, three restaurants and responsibility for the delivery of many key events on the College’s behalf. You could be managing guests arriving at the College fashion show or ensuring the catering runs smoothly for the VIP guests at the Royal Norfolk Show.

One of the biggest growth areas for the sector is in management and leadership, which is an area that is the focus for our Higher Education programmes. Including such skills as promotions, sales, business management and customer service, these courses are designed to encourage staff to look for long term careers in hospitality.

By coming to the College, you are assured of getting some of the best training around. The College is proud to be one of just fourteen colleges in the country to be part of the National

Many students return to learning many times throughout their careers to develop their long terms options, which makes the student community on these courses a vibrant mix. The College can offer you the chance to become part of this exciting industry. See our course list for the choices it can offer you.

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VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Professional Cookery

VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery

VRQ Level 3 Advanced Dip in Professional Cookery

This course is an excellent introduction to many different aspects of the catering and hospitality industry. Most of the learning on this course takes place through active involvement in food preparation, cookery and service workshops. Successful students may move on to further study at level 2 or move into industry and continue their training in the workplace.

If you would like a career in any sector of the catering, hospitality and tourism industry, this course is for you. Most of the learning on this course takes place through active involvement in food preparation, cookery and service workshops. Following the course you could move on to further study at level 3 or find employment within the industry.

This course has been designed to prepare students who would like to work as chefs in the catering and hospitality sector. The course is based on practical aspects of kitchen, larder and pastry work and teaches advanced cookery techniques, with units including food science, gastronomy and food industry regulation. Students can move into the industry and progress to supervisory roles as well as seeking opportunities in Higher Education.

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Level 2 Professional Cookery

Level 3 Professional Cookery

This programme bridges the gap between domestic cooking and the skills and knowledge needed for employment within the catering industry. Units include personal nutrition, hygiene, health and safety and budgeting. The course will raise awareness of career opportunities in the sector and could lead to further study at level 1.

This course offers an excellent opportunity to gain skills essential for a career in food and catering. This is a part time, day release course aimed at developing professional chefs. It is an intensive course delivered one day per week over a full academic year. It develops your knowledge and understanding of modern culinary skills and includes preparation, cooking and service styles and enhancing skills to be used in the workplace. Students can progress on to level 3 study or into roles such as Chef-de-Partie.

This course offers an excellent opportunity to gain advanced skills essential for a career in food and catering. This part time, day release programme is an intensive course delivered one day per week over one full academic year. We will develop your ability to design and cook modern/fashionable cuisine and reinforce prior knowledge. You could progress from this course on to Higher Education or into roles such as Sous Chef and Head Chef.

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Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Studies

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality and Reception

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality

This course will help you to gain the skills that you need to work in the catering industry. Units include basic food preparation and cooking, food service, kitchen equipment, customer care and employment skills. You could move from this course on to further study at level 2 or into a career in the industry.

This is an ideal course if you are interested in the field of hospitality and want to explore your opportunities within the industry. Elements of the course include health and safety, healthy eating, the basics of financial management, and communication and personal skills. This will provide you with a combination of learning and experience that will equip you for further study and employment.

This is an ideal course for you if you want to develop your hospitality skills and explore your opportunities within this industry. It explores ways of ensuring excellent customer service, as well as developing teamwork and management in the industry. This will provide you with a combination of learning and experience that will be welcomed by universities, colleges and employers.

Chris Murray, Head Chef of the Ristorante Grock in Imperia, Italy, has returned to City College Norwich, where he trained in the 1990s, to share his passion for Italian food with a group of today’s young chefs from the college – and offered them the chance to go to Italy and work in his kitchen for 6 weeks this summer.

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VRQ Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Food and Beverage Service This course is an ideal route for those who wish to follow a career in the restaurant service. This programme is very much handson. Your supervisory skills will be developed as you supervise level one and two students in one of our three restaurants, as well as working and developing your skills in customer service. Following this course you could move into the industry or on to an advanced apprenticeship or further training.

Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism

Travel and Tourism Level 3 Diploma

This is an ideal programme if you want to follow a career in the travel industry generally. It provides the basis for many aspects of travel industry work and will give you qualifications that lead directly to employment or to study at a higher level. It is intended mainly for the 16-19 age group who have completed GCSE’s and who are looking for a course which provides the basis for many aspects of the travel and tourism industry.

This course is ideal if you want to take a first step towards a career in the Travel and Tourism industry. It includes a strong travel bias to meet the ever growing demand from industry for well trained people in jobs such as cabin crew, resort reps, tourist destinations and travel agents.

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The successful Norfolk-born chef, who has worked in many top restaurants in Italy and made the country his home, gave a 2-hour interactive demonstration to students during which the students were shown how to cook classic Italian favourites, such as basil pesto Genovese, wholemeal farfalle pasta, ravioli del plin and modern tiramisu, as they are made in Italy – with lots of opportunities to ask questions and sample the delicious dishes. Mr Murray was joined in the demonstration by four level 3 VRQ Professional Cookery students – Joe Brackenbury, Jack Jennings, Alex Saunders and Tomas Uragallo – who each had the privilege of working with him last summer in the prestigious La Meridiana Hotel in northern Italy. Chris Murray, Head Chef of the Ristorante Grock, said: “This work experience will help the students to grow up. It’s going to give them a taster of what it’s like working, earning money, how to respect the ingredients, how to work under pressure. I do give them a lot of responsibility. “Last year I gave the four students the task to design a pasta dish or a starter of their choice, using local ingredients, which then went on the menu. All of them did it which is nice because they got to design a dish at 5-star level and then sell it to customers.”

Entry requirements VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Professional Cookery Applicants should be able to show evidence of commitment, enthusiasm and motivation to succeed in this vocational area.

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VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery Applicants should have a foundation in hospitality and catering such as work experience or the VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Professional Cookery. VRQ Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery Applicants should be aged over 18 and have successfully completed the VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery, or equivalent. Introduction to Food Studies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Skills for Life No formal qualifications are needed for this course but you will need to demonstrate the commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. Level 2 Professional Cookery There are no formal entry requirements for this course but candidates would be expected to be employed within the catering industry or to have some industrial experience and be seeking employment. Enthusiasm, commitment and a passion for food and cooking is a must.

Level 3 Professional Cookery Applicants should be employed within the industry or hold a minimum of Level 2 Professional Cookery qualification or equivalent. Previous cooking experience, enthusiasm, commitment and a passion for food and cooking are all also a must. Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Studies There are no formal entry requirements, but you will need to show an interest in catering and the commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. You will also need to show that you are keen to work hard, arrive on time and work well in a team. We will invite you for an interview to ensure it is the correct course for you and to answer any questions you may have. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality and Reception Applicants should have three GCSEs at grades A*-D, ideally including English, Maths, and a subject related to hospitality. BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Applicants should have five GCSEs at grades A*-C or an equivalent level 2 qualification. VRQ Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Food and Beverage Service Applicants should have successfully completed an appropriate level 2 qualification. Students are also encouraged to be undertaking part time employment in hospitality .The minimum age to join this course is 18.

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Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism A sound educational background to GCSE level, with a minimum of Four GCSEs at grade D or above, including Maths and English. You also need a good level of personal presentation, good communication skills, an interest in working with the general public, a good attendance record and be willing to work as part of a team. Acceptance is dependent upon a successful interview. Travel and Tourism Level 3 Diploma The qualifications you will normally require are four GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths and English or a Level 2 Diploma or equivalent Level 2 qualification, including a Maths and English qualification at Level 2. At interview, you will also need to demonstrate your enthusiasm and commitment to the travel and tourism industry. A good school profile or reference which reflects a positive attitude and very good attendance is also necessary.

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What they might not have anticipated was the number of people each gold medallist thanked. It was clear that it takes more than one person to make a champion, with trainers, physiotherapists, nutritionists, coaches and exercise strategists all amongst those to be singled out.

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London 2012 was a landmark event for British sport. As the competitors stepped onto the podium at the end of each event, many people looked back to when they might also have dreamed of sporting glory.

I’ve really enjoyed my time at the College – you’re treated very differently from school. The courses are hands on and my teachers have supported me and encouraged me onto the next level.

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Participation in a sporting activity is known to have multiple benefits, from fitness to social awareness and team membership. It is being encouraged in schools and community groups and the post-Olympic legacy has increased the opportunities for everyone to get involved. The courses at the College are divided into three main areas, each enabling students to move into a variety of careers. The areas are Sports Science, Exercise and Fitness and Outdoor Adventure. Sports Science covers anatomy and physiology as well as diet and professional athleticism, while Exercise and Fitness focuses on physical exercise, leadership and working with clients. Outdoor adventure draws on elements of both areas, but applying them to outdoor education and in sports such as

mountain biking, rock climbing or kayaking. The courses have been designed to offer students the chance to start their studies at entry level and to give them the chance to continue their studies to Higher Education and beyond. At every stage, the courses place an emphasis on getting ‘live’ professional experience and students are encouraged to develop links with organisations such as the Norfolk County Football Association and the Football Development Centre, amongst others. Outdoor activities students work closely with Eaton Vale, a specialist outdoor education facility in Norwich. Students could have the opportunity to run development sessions in a wide variety of sports throughout the county, gaining the experience needed to move into a huge variety of careers. These could include Personal Training, Recreation Management, Sports Therapy, Coaching, Sports Psychology, Strength and Conditioning work, and Nutrition. Each of the courses at the College will offer you a supportive environment in which to constantly review the options available

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to you and to make educated choices about the careers that could inspire you to do more. The sports sector is at an important stage in its development and is keen to attract ambitious and skilled employees. The College has designed a range of courses that is constantly under review to ensure its students are ready to take advantage of the opportunities that become available. There is a state-of-theart gym on the College site as well as the flexibility within your course to continue sports competition, if you choose to do so.

Sports Therapy student Jordan Hopes, one of the 7 regional winners of the CYQ Level 2 Gym Instructor competitions held across the country, attended the National finals on the 2nd May 2013 and won the competition. Jordan is the first national winner of the competition, and has been awarded a trophy, a year’s free membership with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) and one week’s work experience at St Georges Park.

The courses will also equip you with a wide range of flexible skills that will offer you options in closely aligned industries, such as childcare and teaching. A career in the sports industry is a rewarding and varied one and the opportunities at City College Norwich will put you in a winning position.

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Training to be a success in sport is not simply about getting across the line first, it is about being part of a team that makes achievement possible for everyone. By choosing a course in the sports sector at City College Norwich you will be becoming part of that team.

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The competition has been set up by the UK’s leading awarding organisation for qualifications in health, fitness and wellbeing, Central YMCA Qualifications (CYQ) in collaboration with British Colleges Sport (BCS). The competition aims to recognise and celebrate the excellence of fitness instructors and personal trainers educated within further education colleges across the UK. Competitors take part in a number of challenges designed to stretch them, testing their knowledge and skills in a creative and high-pressured environment.

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sports

BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sport (Outdoor Adventure)

This course will give the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to prepare for employment in the sports sector. Units may include: Fitness Testing and Training, Practical Sport, Anatomy and Physiology for Sport, Development of Personal Fitness, Planning and Running a Sports Event, Planning and Leading Sports Activities, Lifestyle and the Sports Performer, Exercise and Fitness Instruction

This is a 1 year programme studying 9 units that include, Anatomy, Physiology, Sports Psychology, Sports Nutrition, Sports Injuries and Instructing Physical Activity. This course will give you the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to prepare for employment in the exercise science sector. Students may progress on to further study or into a career in the sports and fitness industry.

This is a 1 year programme studying a variety of units that will give the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to prepare for employment in the outdoor activities sector. This could be at an outdoor adventure centre or a team building camp/ centre. Units include Assessing Risk in Sport, Land-based Skills, and Water-based Skills amongst others. A lot of delivery is at our satellite site, Eaton Vale Activity Centre - be prepared to get dirty and wet, and it could be chilly during the autumn/ winter months!!

City College Norwich’s Extreme Sports Therapy Unit, sponsored by Chain Reaction Cycles, was back on the road again for the Wheels in Wheels Forest of Dean Classic, on Sunday 5th May 2013. Based at the Monmouth Showground and bathed in glorious sunshine on the banks of the magnificent River Wye, the scene was set for what was to be a cracking event.

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Some 440 people set off between 8am and 9am to cover the 62 or 90 mile routes through the enchanting, and anything but flat, Forest of Dean.

VTCT L3 Diploma in Preventing Injuries in Sport & Active Leisure The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Preventing Injuries in Sport and Active Leisure (QCF) is a technical level qualification that provides learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills to work as an employed and/or self-employed sports massage therapist. This qualification is based on massage National Occupational Standards (NOS) and is recognised by the UK’s largest and leading professional association for sport and remedial therapists , The Federation of Holistic Therapists. This qualification is also recognised by the General Council for Soft Tissue Therapies (GCMT), the governing body for massage and 72

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science soft tissue therapies that form all bodyworks and soft tissue techniques in the UK. The GCMT also represents several professional associations for massage. Learners who complete this qualification are eligible to become a member of The Federation of Holistic Therapists and/or join any of the professional associations governed by the General Council for Soft Tissue Therapies. This course offers an exciting opportunity for skill development working at sports events throughout the UK with the Extreme Sports Therapy Unit www.ccnxsports.co.uk www.ccn.ac.uk

This is a 1 year programme studying 6 units including, Anatomy, Physiology, Sports Psychology, and Fitness Testing. This course will give you the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to prepare for employment in the exercise science sector. Students may progress on to further study or into a career in the sports and fitness industry.

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After the miles of hard graft many of the riders were very happy to take their place on the treatment tables. The young sports therapy students from City College Norwich were kept extremely busy over a 5 hour period, using their sports massage skills to rejuvenate some very appreciative customers. This was the second time the Unit has attended this event and the team is looking forward to returning to this very picturesque part of the country for next year’s Forest of Dean Classic. Learn more about the Extreme Sports Therapy Unit www.ccnxsports.co.uk

Personal Training, CYQ Certificate

BTEC Diplomas are designed to combine academic studies with your sporting or coaching performance and an alternative to A Levels. They prepare you for exciting employment in the industry or studying the wide range of sport courses at University. The coaching development Programme aims to develop students as coaches, giving them opportunities to gain practical coaching experience in a range of sporting environments.

Qualify as a personal trainer. After the course, students may choose to set up themselves up as a self-employed Personal Trainer, of which we have evidence here at the College where some come and use the College Gym for a small fee to train their clients. You could also go and gain employment at a leisure centre/ gym and work for them in delivering sessions and classes.

Entry requirements BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sports Applicants should have four GCSEs at grade D or above, or successfully completed a Level 1 in a related subject. BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science Applicants should have five GCSEs at grade C or above, including both English and Maths (also, preferably Science). A BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Sport is considered (completed to Merit standard). Applicants should also have a keen interest in sport and ideally play competitively. BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sport (Outdoor Adventure) Applicants should have four GCSE’s at grades A* - C (ideally including a GCSE in either English or Maths), or a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in a related subject at Merit level. Due to the nature of this course, it is recommended that applicants participate in outdoor adventurous activities such as kayaking, canoeing, 74

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mountain biking, hill walking, rock climbing etc., as all will be studied on programme.

be at our satellite site, the FDC in Bowthorpe, especially for coaching and other practical elements.

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Preventing Injuries in Sport and Active Leisure Applicants should have four GCSEs at Grade C or above (preferably including a Human Science, Sports Studies/PE). Other equivalent qualifications of an appropriate level (if unsure, please ask).

Personal Training, CYQ Certificate Applicants must hold a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instruction (Gym-based) as a minimum. Also, ideally, 4 additional GCSEs at grade C (or above), preferably to include English, Maths and PE, as these will be advantageous (other GCSEs will be considered). Additional vocational Level 3 qualifications will also be considered.

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The wealth of opportunities in Higher Education are now more accessible than ever, thanks to the Access to Higher Education programmes at City College Norwich. Designed specifically for people who would like to gain a higher qualification but may not have the formal qualifications to get started, an Access programme is an excellent introduction to both the subjects and learning environment of Higher Education. Apply now, no qualifications required. Note: You must be 19 or over to apply for an Access to HE course.

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Your last experience of a classroom may not have been encouraging; indeed it may not have been very recent. Access courses are designed to offer a re-introduction to learning as well as a progression route to other things so you can move forward confident that you are well equipped for the next stages of your learning career. Applicants to these courses could be mature students wanting to return to learning after a long break or students who may have finished school recently without having the qualifications they need to make the move into Higher Education. You could also be an international student with a qualification that the UK system does not recognise, or you may need some additional time to build your language or literacy skills.

According to statistics issued by the Quality Assurance Agency in 2013, more than 45,000 students were enrolled for Access to HE programmes in England and Wales for the 2011/12 academic year. Just under half of the students were aged under 24, with 10 per cent aged over 40. This mix of backgrounds and experience creates a learning environment that mirrors Higher Education and offers an excellent preparation for the kind of learning you will go on to experience within an HEI.

The staff at City College Norwich are dedicated to enabling you to make your own choices and will introduce you to the variety of support services that could help, including careers support and Higher Education tutors and advisors. They will help you complete your applications for further study, working with you to highlight the strengths that you have gained both through your experiences prior to joining the course as well as the skills you are learning while at College.

At City College Norwich, you will find a selection of courses which have been developed to offer seamless progression routes onto a huge variety of programmes. Many offer a broad introduction to a variety of courses, enabling you to spend some time on the programme deciding the specific route you would like to take when you get to university. You may choose to specialise in a particular field, or to maintain a broad oversight of an industry to offer a variety of options when you graduate.

The Access qualification is recognised across the Higher Education sector as being equivalent to A levels, giving graduates from Access courses the same range of opportunities that students coming straight from other educational routes have. Once you have completed the course, you will be moving forward from the same starting point as everyone else. By applying for an Access course at City College Norwich you will be taking the first steps towards the career of your choice.

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Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

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The broad-based Access to Humanities and Social Sciences programme will qualify you to study for a wide range of degrees. Students on this vibrant and exciting programme will choose three main subjects from the following: Cultural Studies, English, Government and Politics, History, Psychology and Sociology. Students usually go on to further study at degree level, in a wide range of related subjects.

This broad-based Access to Business Management programme will qualify you to study for a wide range of business degrees. It introduces a wide variety of subjects, including managing people, financial awareness, business presentation skills, accounts, ethics, management and leadership. Students go on to further study in areas such as marketing, account management and entrepreneurship.

The broad-based Access to Creative Writing programme will qualify you to study for a wide range of creative degrees. The course will teach a variety of core skills including knowledge of genres, literary and social contexts, critical awareness and close-reading skills. It will also apply these skills within contemporary and popular forms: song lyrics, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fiction, writing for the web and games.

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If you finished school without the qualifications that you need to get started at university, an Access course may be the right choice for you.

Please note: You must be 19 years old or over to apply for an Access to HE course.

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Science for Health Practitioners

This broad-based Access course will qualify you to study for a wide range of science-based degrees. The course does not assume any previous knowledge of the disciplines contained in the course and is geared to the needs of individual students. It covers units from a range of different sciences, including Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Sciences. Many students go on to further study and employment in a scientific environment.

The broad-based Access programme will qualify you to study for a wide range of nursing or health based degrees. The course does not assume any previous knowledge of the science subjects that are covered. It covers areas of Biology, Chemistry and Health Studies, with the investigation of diseases, their management and treatment. Many students go on to further studies and careers in nursing or a health related profession.

No formal qualifications or experience are needed. A key part of this process is to determine that you are working at the right level and have the necessary literacy and numeracy skills to cope with the programme. As part of this process you will do a short written exercise and on line assessments to check you are at the right level to start the course. Advice can be given about alternative ways forward if necessary. For acceptance on to the Access programme you will need to convince us that you have the determination to succeed and the academic skills to be able to cope with the work. It should be appreciated that, although formal entry qualifications are not required, the course is as rigorous and demanding as an A-Level course in preparing students for Higher Education.

Important information: If you plan to continue into Higher Education once completing your Access course you will need to have gained your GCSEs in Maths and English. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t currently have these, talk to us, we can help. www.ccn.ac.uk

We are a few minutes walk from the city centre on Ipswich road. From the St Stephen’s Street roundabout (near the bus station), follow signs to Ipswich. A few hundred metres south of the roundabout the A11 and A140 divide: take the left fork and the College is about 300 metres further along on the left. There is limited pay and display parking on campus, but we also offer a subsidised Park & Ride scheme from the County Council site on Harford roundabout (near Tesco on the A140/ A47 junction).

How to find us

The main campus. On Ipswich Road, is a few minutes walk from the city centre. From the St Stephen’s Street roundabout (near the bus station), follow signs to Ipswich. A few hundred metres south of the roundabout the A11 and A140 divide: take the left fork and the College is about 300 metres further along on the left. There is limited pay and display parking on campus, but we also offer a subsidised Park & Ride scheme from the County Council site on Harford roundabout (near Tesco on the A140/ A47 junction). 84

The Higher Education Centre at St Andrews House is in the heart of the city centre on St Andrews Street. There The Higher Education Centres atis no car parking reserved for students on site, but the St Andrews car park St Andrews Houseisand Norfolk House just a few hundred yards away along the same are in the heart ofroad, the centre or city your nearest bus stops are on Castle on St Andrews Street and Exchange Meadow, Tombland or the Prince of Wales Road.

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Call the Advice Shop on 01603 773 773 for information.

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