City6 2014-15
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Welcome to The City of Liverpool College If you choose to study at The City of Liverpool College you will be joining one of the largest Further Education colleges in the sector and a community of more than 17,000 students. The City of Liverpool College is the first choice for post-16 quality education in Liverpool. If university is your goal, the subjects you take at sixteen can have a major impact on the courses you can study at degree level. Many university courses will build on the knowledge already gained in specific GCSE and A-level subjects. However, they may also require you to have specific A-levels, in what is known as the facilitating subjects – maths and further maths; English; physics; biology; chemistry; geography; history; languages. If you’re not sure which degree course to choose, one of the best ways of keeping your options open is to study your two favourite A-levels from the facilitating subjects list. However, if you know what you want to study, look at the different college or university websites for more information, or check out the UCAS course search option to find out the specific A-levels needed to get on to a course.
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What is City6? City6 is The City of Liverpool College’s level three offer for 16-18 year olds. It includes the widest choice of A-level subjects of all education providers in Liverpool, delivered in university-standard facilities in the heart of the City. City6 prepares you for higher education at the College or university or for routes into employment. We also offer two-year Applied Science (biology or chemistry) and Applied Law diplomas which are equivalent to other 3 A-level programmes and attract a maximum 360 UCAS points. These courses have been developed with employers from each of the sectors for those wanting careers in the industry. Students acquire relevant technical skills, knowledge and practice in preparation for employment or further higher level study.
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Why choose College? • Choice of courses at all levels, and to suit all abilities • Y ou can follow an academic, career related or apprenticeship route • I ndustry experienced teachers with extensive knowledge of the career you’ve chosen • O ver a third of all 16-18 year olds in the City choose to study with us • A multi-million pound campus with the latest facilities • Total, tailored support for all you learning and personal needs • Award winning careers advice and guidance • E xcellent links with employers and universities to ensure training is industry relevant • A full programme of extra-curricular activities to enrich your college experience.
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What we offer... The City of Liverpool College offers a full range of courses, from beginner to advanced levels. You can progress through the levels and gain the skills needed for employment or for further higher level study in: A-levels (AS and A2) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
rt and Design A Biology Business Studies Chemistry Citizenship Studies Classical Civilisation Communication and Culture Creative Writing Drama and Theatre Studies Economics Electronics English Language English Language/Literature English Literature Environmental Studies Film Studies French Further Maths Syllabus General Studies Geography
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overnment and Politics G History Human Biology Information Communication Technology Law Maths Syllabus Media Studies Philosophy Physical Education Physics Psychology Science in Society Sociology Spanish Theology Travel and Tourism Applied Biology Applied Chemistry Applied Law
GCSEs
Pre-GCSE Pathways
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• P rogression Humanities Pathway (16-18s) • Progression Science Pathway (16-18s) • Business Pathway (Adults) • Health/Education Pathway (Adults) • Humanities/Education Pathway (Adults) • Sports Pathway (Adults) • Progression Health Pathway (Adults) • Progression Humanities Pathway (Adults) • Progression Science Pathway (Adults)
and Design Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry English Language English Literature French Geography History ICT Law Maths AQA (Modular) Media Studies Physical Education Physics Psychology Sociology Spanish
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Careers and Destinations The skills you develop with us will enable you to progress to the next level. There are five major types of graduate occupation:
Traditional graduate occupations There are established professions for which the normal entry route has been via an undergraduate degree programme. Examples include barrister, doctor, engineer, higher/secondary education teachers and research scientists.
Modern graduate occupations The newer professions, particularly in management, IT and creative vocational careers, have evolved through demands from employers for well educated, highly skilled staff. Examples are accountant, computer programmer and journalist.
New graduate occupations Areas of employment, many in new or expanding occupations where the route into the professional area is now via an undergraduate degree programme. Examples include marketing manager, physiotherapist and computer games designer. For course information and entry requirements
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Niche graduate occupations Occupations where the majority of recruits are not graduates, but have stable or growing specialist niches requiring higher level skills and knowledge. Examples are leisure centre managers, hotel managers, nursing and retail managers.
Non-graduate occupations All jobs that do not fall into the previous four categories are considered non-graduate occupations i.e. that a degree is not required to enter these occupations. If you have some career ideas already, check entry requirements in related degree subjects on either the UCAS website (Course Search section) or on the Connexions Jobs4u website. See also the Best Course 4 Me website for advice on careers and university courses.
The College’s careers guidance team can also offer advice on the best route to take if you have a specific career in mind. Call: 0151 252 3000
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In the heart of the City The City of Liverpool College has six main sites – five of which are in the heart of the City – providing one of the best student experiences in further education. Liverpool’s biggest attractions, including: Liverpool One; the Albert Dock; Bold Street; and the cultural quarter, are on the College’s doorstep, providing a perfect backdrop to your studies. The College is also located within the City’s Knowledge Quarter, including Liverpool John Moore’s University and the University of Liverpool, giving the area a real student atmosphere. The college sites are also easily accessible from rail and bus stations. Sites including the Arts Centre, Learning Exchange, Clarence Street and Duke Street are within easy walking distance of both Central and Lime Street train stations and the main bus terminus.
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How to Apply If you know which course you wish to study, you can apply online at www.liv-coll.ac.uk or call the College Information line: 0151 252 3000 If you’d like a little help deciding, or if you need advice about finance or support around your learning, speak to a member of our guidance team: 0151 252 3000
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Campus Clarence Street, L3 5TP The Learning Exchange, Roscoe Street, L1 9DW City6 is delivered at both the Learning Exchange – the College’s flagship, City Centre campus, offering state of the art learning resources and equipment – and at Clarence Street, with its modern, interactive learning workshops and laboratories.
Industry Links We work closely with universities and employers to keep the curriculum relevant to changing techniques and practices in all sectors. It not only supports the development of students’ abilities but also underpins these with other essential life and work qualities such as team work, communication and leadership skills.
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The City of Liverpool College is a Gazelle College Being a student of a Gazelle College means your learning is enhanced through a curriculum that: • s upports and develops your enterprise skills (innovative and creative thinking; problem solving;) • d evelops your enterprise characteristics (self confidence/belief; using initiative; risk taking;) • c reates chances for you to interact with real business/ entrepreneurs and benefit from their guidance • e ncourages participation in events that test your skills/ideas and where you can learn from others • s upports/creates opportunities for you to run enterprising projects and small business initiatives. Gazelle Colleges provide students with an environment where they can develop an entrepreneurial mindset, ready for personal, social and economic success.
In the heart of the City Clarence Street L3 5TP Bankfield Road L13 0BQ
Vauxhall Road L3 6BN
Duke Street L1 5BG
The Arts Centre L7 7JA
The Learning Exchange Roscoe Street L1 9DW
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