Sussex Coast College Hastings - English & Maths courses

ENGLISH, MATHS, ESOL & GCSE PART-TIME COURSES 13/14

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English, Maths and Science are essential for everyday living.

If you can fill in forms, work out your bills and speak clearly it is easier move forward and get what you want from your life. Plus, basic maths and English are a must have for getting most jobs. If your skills in maths, English or science are letting you down, you are not alone. The World Literacy Foundation state that one in five people in the UK lack basic skills in literacy and numeracy.

Some adults don’t like to ask for help and let their skills hold them back. Yet it is quick and easy to get your reading, writing, maths and speaking up to scratch, even if you didn’t get on well at school. Our courses allow you to take control of your English, maths and Science.

You will join a course that’s the right level for you and our friendly tutors will support you all the way.

So, don’t be held back by your skills – sign up for a course today.

FEE FREEZE! 2012 prices on all courses* *

Excludes L3+ provision for learners aged 24+ who take out a loan for their training.

Listed fees indicate the full cost of the course*. However, some courses show a little number next to the fee (e.g. £2001). This number means you may be eligible for reduced fees. *Please see 24+ section below.

You can check your eligible for reduced fees by: • referring to the booklet you received in your pack (pictured right) • looking on our website at www.sussexcoast.ac.uk/ptfees • contacting our Student Advisors on 01424 458465 or emailing them at info@sussexcoast.ac.uk Please note: Due to the significant changes in government financing this year, if you are aged 24+ when you start studying a level 3 or higher course, the government will no longer fund your course. However, you will be eligible to apply for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan. icon indicates courses that are eligible for this Loan. These courses may have a higher fee than stated due to changes in government funding. This would be payable back once your annual income is above £21,000 per annum.

Visit www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans/overview or contact our Student Services team on 01424 458465 for more information.

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GCSE English Language (Daytime)

GCSE English Language (Evening)

GCSE Mathematics (Daytime)

Code: 3141 Start date: 18/09/2013 Time: 3 - 5.30pm Duration: 30 weeks Campus: Station Plaza Fee: £270 1/3/6/7

Code: 3140 Start date: 19/09/2013 Time: 6.30 - 8.45pm Duration: 30 weeks Campus: Station Plaza Fee: £210 1/3/6/7

Code: 6167 Start date: 18/09/2013 Time: 2 - 4.15pm Duration: 30 weeks Campus: Station Plaza Fee: £270 1/3/6/7

GCSE English is a key qualification that acts as a gateway to furthering your education and career. You will be expected to engage with a variety of texts that will develop your ability to communicate and understand ideas.

You will be tested via coursework, controlled assessments and a final exam. You’ll cover literature to help develop reading skills, analyse texts and improve writing skills.

GCSE English is a key qualification that acts as a gateway to furthering your education and career. You will be expected to engage with a variety of texts that will develop your ability to communicate and understand ideas.

You will be tested via coursework, controlled assessments and a final exam. You’ll cover literature to help develop reading skills, analyse texts and improve writing skills.

Maths is about more than numbers.

It encourages you to think logically and apply the principles you learn to everyday situations. You’ll start with the basics, making calculations and solving problems before moving on to number systems, formulae, graphs, functions and algebraic equations.

Geometry will be explored, and you will discover ways to calculate the qualities of various shapes and areas.

You’ll also learn to collect and assess mathematical data, using it to solve a specific problem and interpret and assess the results.

GCSE Mathematics (Evening)

GCSE Science (Evening)

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Code: 6166 Start date: 17/09/2013 Time: 6.30 - 8.45pm Duration: 30 weeks Campus: Station Plaza Fee: £210 1/3/6/7

Code: 9912 Start date: 16/09/2013 Time: 6.30 - 8.30pm Duration: 30 weeks Campus: Station Plaza Fee: £215 1/6/7

Maths is about more than numbers.

It encourages you to think logically and apply the principles you learn to everyday situations. You’ll start with the basics, making calculations and solving problems before moving on to number systems, formulae, graphs, functions and algebraic equations.

Geometry will be explored, and you will discover ways to calculate the qualities of various shapes and areas.

You’ll also learn to collect and assess mathematical data, using it to solve a specific problem and interpret and assess the results.

This course allows you to explore the science that underpins day-to-day life.

You’ll study areas which will uncover facts about yourself, the environment, and the universe. It’s an ideal starting point if you would like to progress to more advanced studies and sciencerelated careers.

Flexible assessments with unit exams available twice a year, in January and June.

The A Level destination for Hastings and Rother We offer A Levels on both a part-time and full-time basis.

Accounting Fine Art Art History Anthropology Biology Business Ceramics Chemistry Economics English Language English Literature Drama Studies Film Studies French

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Maths and English for Adults

FREE COURSES

DO YOU WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR MATHS AND/OR ENGLISH? Do you feel that your English and maths skills are holding you back: • • • •

getting into employment? at work? helping your children with their schoolwork? socially?

If so, we offer a range of FREE short courses, at various times, designed to improve your skills.

For more information and to book an assessment contact Otto Haas, Learner Standards Manager, on 01424 458455.

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ESOL

(English for Speakers of Other Languages)

ENGLISH NOT YOUR FIRST LANGUAGE? WOULD YOU LIKE TO IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH?

ESOL classes cover reading, writing, listening and speaking as well as the vocabulary, grammar and functional language needed for life in the UK. All courses lead to a recognised qualification.

You will develop your English through topics including: • • • •

Personal experiences Work Education Housing

• • • •

Family and friends Health Transport Weather

• Shopping • Leisure • Living in the UK

Courses are available during the day and in the evening.

Please contact Otto Haas, Learner Standards manager, on 01424 458455 to book an assessment and find the right course for you.

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INTERNATIONAL Sussex Coast College Hastings has so much to offer international students. You ask, and we will do our best to meet your needs. If you dream of studying more than English language, we provide a fantastic variety of courses.

We’ve been welcoming international students for more than 30 years. Our excellent reputation for support and welfare is thanks to our dedicated staff, who will advise you on your choice of course, arrange airport pick-up and accommodation, and deal with worries like visas, registering with a doctor or helping you apply for university.

We will help you on your way to developing wonderful English and strong friendships.

Our courses include: • General English • IELTS Preparation • A Levels • International Baccalaureate • Vocational courses with professional qualifications • HND programmes • FdA programmes • BA Top Up programmes • BA programmes

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INTERESTED IN A COURSE? Contact Tino Santonocito on 01424 458562 tsantonocito@sussexcoast.ac.uk

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ALDD COURSES These are courses specifically for Adults with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities.

Bespoke courses can be provided in partnership with providers for: • • •

Learning for leisure and social skills Learning for independent living Learning for employability

Contact Student Central on advice@sussexcoast.ac.uk

RESOURCE

LEARNING

LRC AT STATION PLAZA & ORE VALLEY

Our LRCs cater for different learning styles with quiet zones for working on your own and areas for group work.

Library staff are on hand to give you support with your learning and help you research your work.

They are trained to help learners of all levels get access the information they need to get the most out of their study time.

FREE COURSES

to get you work-ready WANT THE RIGHT SKILLS FOR LOCAL JOBS? Inside Track is a partnership between Sussex Coast College Hastings, Job Centre Plus and local employers.

The scheme provides FREE short courses, which give you the right skills to work in local businesses. At the end of your course, you are guaranteed an interview with an employer who will be hiring directly from Inside Track’s pool of newly trained job-seekers.

Previous students have successfully gained jobs with Prime Care, Pets at Home, Dunhelm Mills and Hastings Direct.

INTERESTED? Ask your Job Centre Plus advisor or employment coach for more information and get the training that gives you the Inside Track.

Your benefits will not be affected while you are studying.

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ART, DESIGN & MEDIA

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