Whatever your future goals, The Trafford and Stockport College Group is here to help you succeed. Every year, thousands of students join us on courses that are designed to help them achieve their career aspirations.
Our aim is to provide a wide and varied career focused curriculum that meets local skills needs and enables you to further your employment prospects. In short, we are here to ensure you develop the skills, attitudes and behaviours required for success in life and work.
Come and visit on one of our open days, where you will have the opportunity to speak to our colleagues, meet current students and have a look around our facilities. We will make your experience an incredibly welcome one, and we will provide you with all the information you need in order to make those all-important decisions on the next steps in your education and career journey.
James Scott, Principal & CEO
We offer a wide range of courses from Entry Level through to University Level, which means that there is a course available for you at an appropriate level. We are committed to ensuring that no matter what your qualifications, you can still progress and achieve your career goals at Trafford and Stockport College Group.
IMPORTANT: Entry requirements are a guide to which level of course will be right for you and some courses require specific grades and entry requirements. You will find more detail on entry requirements in the course information sheets on our website.
ENTRY
No formal entry requirement or qualifications are required.
LEVEL 1
4 GCSEs grade 2 including English and/or maths. For Progression Curriculum you’ll be advised on application.
LEVEL 2
4 GCSEs grade 3 or above, including English and/or maths.
LEVEL 3
4 GCSEs grade 4 or above including English and/or maths.
T LEVELS
5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including English and maths.
A LEVELS
5 GCSEs grade 5 or above including English and maths.
We are made up of four unique colleges who all provide exceptional learning opportunities for school leavers across Greater Manchester. As a Group, we offer a wide range of learning and enrichment opportunities aimed at ensuring that you are fully equipped with the skills and experience for your next steps, whatever your ambitions may be. Whichever college you choose, you will benefit from our combined commitment to outstanding learning, exceptional support, and amazing experiences, all tailored to your future career goals.
Find out more about our college campuses.
Over
13,000 learners across our colleges
Trafford College
TRAFFORD COLLEGE
With a campus in both Altrincham and Stretford, and nearly 200 courses available, offering everything from A Levels to T Levels and vocational qualifications, as well as apprenticeships and adult education, Trafford College is one of the biggest education providers in the borough.
At Trafford College, we have a course for everyone, so whatever your ambitions are, we will be able to help.
THE CHEADLE COLLEGE
We have excellent results in both A Level and vocational courses making The Cheadle College a great option, whatever you are hoping to study. We treat every student as an individual and our exceptional support staff will make sure you have everything you need to succeed. Our new £27m campus redevelopment, is also planned to open at the end of 2025.
MARPLE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
Offering much more than just an education, Marple Sixth Form College is a small, friendly campus that prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Staff and students all know each other and work together for individual and collective success in qualifications, personal confidence, and development.
STOCKPORT COLLEGE
Specialising in vocational courses, Stockport College is the perfect choice if you prefer practical courses which provide you with real-world experience and skills. Studying at our new £25m campus will give you the knowledge and confidence to enter employment or go to university after you leave college.
Our tutors have been really supportive, helping us make new friends and encouraging us to take part in college open events and join groups such as the gender equality council and debating club.
A LEVELS: PSYCHOLOGY [C), [B] LAW [B], [B]
SOCIOLOGY [C], [B]
PROGRESSION: BOTH HAVE SECURED PLACES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER TO STUDY ADULT NURSING
A LEVELS: PHYSICS (A*) BIOLOGY (A*) MATHS (A*) FURTHER MATHS (A*)
PROGRESSION: APPRENTICESHIP WITH THE GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE FORCE
COURSE & GRADE: BTEC EXTENDED NATIONAL DIPLOMA IT D*D*D
PROGRESSION: CYBER SECURITY AT THE UNIVERSITY CENTRE STOCKPORT COLLEGE
A LEVELS: ENGLISH LITERATURE (A) SOCIOLOGY (A) HISTORY (B)
PROGRESSION: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER TO STUDY DRAMA
A LEVELS: T LEVEL ENGINEERING
PROGRESSION: APPRENTICESHIP WITH ALSTOM TRANSPORT
A LEVELS: CRIMINOLOGY (A) SOCIOLOGY (A) PSYCHOLOGY (B)
PROGRESSION: HNC/D ENGINEERING AT TRAFFORD COLLEGE
It’s quite challenging but it’s an exciting experience. You get to achieve things you probably thought you never would, and it gives you a great sense of self-accomplishment.
From my experience I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to meet new people and being able to take part in all the different activities and groups available. I would definitely recommend it to any new students joining the college who want to see what the college has to offer them in addition to their course.
You must remember that studying isn’t everything and sometimes you just need a break. Going to the clubs and college groups you will learn something new but it’s also a place where you can just relax and be yourself.
Take risks and do something that might push you out of your comfort zone because you’ll find things out about yourself that will help you to achieve new things.
Definitely get involved with any of the groups. I think it’s such a massive chance that other colleges don’t provide but it’s something that is going to make you stand out on your personal statement and your CV. It’s also about joining in with the community and having a voice.
When you join us, you enrol on much more than just a course. Our students told us they want to develop their skills and personal character just as much as their subject knowledge.
That's why, in collaboration with our students, we have developed a personal and professional development programme to ensure you make the most of your time in college and prepare for the next stage in your career and life journey.
We also partner with a range of community organisations to offer you unique opportunities to develop your skills and experiences. Just some of these opportunities from our partners include tutorial delivery, bespoke workshops, cultural opportunities and development of confidence and resilience, which we believe will support you in your future life choices and career options.
All you have to do is GET Involved.
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Our Sports Enrichment programme is run during lunchtime. Meet new people, get fit and take part in activities such as table tennis and badminton to football, basketball, dodgeball and more.
If you are passionate about changing things for the better, from sustainability and the climate to issues affecting you and your community, join one of our many Clubs and Councils who challenge and debate important topics with senior public figures from local industry and government.
If you want to improve your student experience and develop your confidence and leadership skills, get involved as a Student Leader, Course Rep or Ambassador where you can make your voice, and that of your fellow students, heard loud and clear.
If you would like to give something back to your local community, from helping those in need through our Community College Kitchen, to sharing your own skills and knowledge with local residents as part of our ‘Welcome Wednesday’ programme, get involved!
But don’t take our word for it. Look out for our GET Involved case studies throughout the prospectus and scan the QR code to hear from our students.
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THE EQUALITIES COUNCIL
A campaign group to make students views and opinions on local and national topics heard. You can present at local council, write for the student newsletter and be a
GREEN COLLEGE ASSEMBLY
An environmental campaign group to help make the college and local communities become a greener, safer environment. Take part in Planet Earth Games, undertake Carbon Literacy Training, and spread the message about acting against environmental issues we face today. Campaign on activities to support carbon reduction.
YOUTH SOCIAL ACTION ACTIVISTS
Take action and support your local community by designing a project to make a positive difference. Expand your sphere of influence and make changes through social advocacy.
THE DEBATE (DB8) CLUB
Develop your critical thinking skills by being part of the debating team discussing current affairs and topics important to students. Lead on debate topics and work with cross Group students to take the debate to other educational environments.
EVENTS
PLANNING TEAM
Organise and host our college events such as MACFest and fundraisers for charities of your choice.
FIT & WELL GROUP
Stay physically active by getting involved in a variety of sports such as Football, Badminton, Basketball, Table Tennis and more.
MENTAL HEALTH CHAMPIONS
Be an ambassador for Mental Health by spreading awareness of mental health and support awareness days. Be mentored by Kooth to develop and share peer support skills.
COURSE REPS
Represent your fellow students from your course and feedback their thoughts and opinions back to your Student Leader and Head of Department of the college.
LGBTQ+ SOCIAL GROUP
A safe space to meet and socialise with like-minded people and promote inclusivity across the college. Become an advocate for inclusivity.
BUTTERFLY BOOK CLUB
A reading club that works with the library team to create book recommendations and publish recommendations in the Student Newsletter.
STUDENT LEADERS
Represent your fellow students in your curriculum area and feedback their thoughts and opinions to college leadership.
STUDENT AMBASSADORS
Be the face and voice of the college at various events such as Open Days and Parents’ Evening.
SKILL BUILDER CHAMPIONS
A focus group to support the delivery of digital, numeracy and literacy projects. Work with experts and partners to develop resources, provide feedback and support fellow students.
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We have a range of support options available. Whatever you need help with, we’re here for you.
LEARNER SUPPORT
We offer a wide range of personalised support to ensure you can fully access the college and your course. We will help you to find the strategies that work for you during your time with us and in your future career.
FUNDING & FINANCE SUPPORT
We have a range of financial support packages that you may be able to access depending on your circumstances. If you’re a student aged 16-18 then you do not pay any tuition, registration or exam fees, but you may be required to purchase course-related resources during your studies.
CAREERS PROGRAMME
We provide you with opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes needed to make positive career choices. The Careers Programme is tailored to the needs of individual students and provides a range of activities prior to enrolment, on programme and as part of your progression at the end of your course.
ENGLISH & MATHS SUPPORT
English and Maths are the heart of our curriculum offer. We want to make sure that everyone can participate successfully, achieving your goals and maximising your potential, which is why we have an inclusive approach and setting. We’ll work in partnership with you, your parents/carers, and teaching and support teams to remove any barriers to learning.
MENTORING
We have a dedicated team of mentors who can support you during your time at college. The mentor team work closely with our external community partners to ensure that your are able to become your best self and achieve your goals. Support includes 1 to 1’s , group work and attending any external agency meetings.
College Extra really helped me to develop my skills and confidence. I met lots of other students through participating in the extra curricular activities and I had the best experiences!
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COMMUNITY COLLEGE KITCHEN
We are well aware, as an organisation, of the challenges our students and their families face each day.
In responding to that we have developed a co-operative in partnership with our community partners, to help remove the everyday barriers to a successful student experience.
We are proud to be able to offer a “just ask” service, which our students can access discreetly from their student SharePoint, where they can request everyday items which may have created a barrier to their focus on education. Items include food staples, personal hygiene products, hot meal vouchers and any other essentials.
This cooperative way of working means our students can access the support they need and in addition, have the opportunity to support their community by volunteering.
A LEVELS
A Levels are studied over two years and you will generally choose three subjects to study. Some A Levels have coursework but are mostly graded through exams. A Levels are a great option if you want to learn more about subjects you’re interested in, in greater depth, but don’t want to specialise in a particular subject yet. Studying A Levels can lead to university, training, further study, degree apprenticeships or employment.
VOCATIONALCOURSES
Vocational courses help you to develop realworld knowledge, experience and skills. These courses are a great choice if you already have an idea of your future career and will give you a head start when applying to university or looking for employment after you finish with us. Vocational courses may have some examined elements but are mostly assessed by coursework.
We have a variety of different study routes available and it’s difficult to know which one would suit you best. Take a look at the information to get an idea of how the routes are different and which one you might prefer. You can also chat to one of our School Liaison Officers who are out visiting schools or our Careers Team at one of our Open Events if you have any questions about the right route for you.
APPRENTICESHIPS
Looking to start work now? Then an apprenticeship could be for you. You’ll learn on the job and pick up a recognised industry standard apprenticeship qualification. You will earn a salary and spend 20% of your apprenticeship completing necessary training and courses to support you in your role.
T LEVELS
T Levels are a relatively new qualification and are a high level, technical alternative to A Levels. Like A Levels, they are studied over two years, but they combine the careerfocused elements of vocational courses with the theory and study of A Levels. A key feature of T levels is their extended industry placement where you will spend at least 45 days with a local employer, relevant to your chosen area of study.
An apprenticeship is a real job where the student, who is called an apprentice, learns specific skills and understanding, gains experience and gets paid.
An apprentice is an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, the successful apprentice will have the right skills and knowledge needed for their chosen career. It can take between one and six years to complete an apprenticeship depending on which programme is chosen, what level it is and the apprentice’s previous experience.
Each apprenticeship has a defined contents and structure which is referred to as the ‘standard’. The ‘standard’ ensures that all apprenticeships offered by different providers have the same outcome.
WHAT SUBJECT CAN I STUDY?
The Trafford & Stockport College Group offers over 50 standards. An apprentice will have training provided by expert staff, as well as being mentored and supported by their employer. The employer and the college will work together to ensure that the training package meets the needs of both the employer and the apprentice. In turn, this will support the apprentice to become occupationally competent in their chosen career.
HOW DO I FIND A VACANCY?
Apprentice vacancies are often advertised like a normal job and are updated regularly. Check out our website to see our current apprenticeship vacancies.
A NEW CAREER-FOCUSED ALTERNATIVE TO A LEVELS AT CHEADLE, MARPLE, TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE
EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS
A 45-DAY INDUSTRY PLACEMENT
80% CLASSROOM, 20% WORK
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including English and maths.
T levels are a new advanced level qualification that have been designed to offer you a world class technical education. They are a high quality technical alternative to A levels, and other 16-19 courses, and can take you straight to skilled employment, as well as offer progression to higher level apprenticeships or degree level study at university.
T levels combine the career focus and practical elements of professional or vocational qualifications like BTECs, along with the theory and study of A levels, giving you the chance to experience the world of work and your future career while you continue with your studies.
T levels are a great choice if you want to achieve an advanced level of technical excellence in your chosen field and like the idea of developing your technical skills in both the classroom and the workplace.
MARPLE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE THE CHEADLE COLLEGE
TRAFFORD COLLEGE, ALTRINCHAM
TRAFFORD COLLEGE, STRETFORD
STOCKPORT COLLEGE
EDUCATION & EARLY YEARS
Specialism: Early Years Educator
HEALTH
Specialism: Adult Nursing
HEALTH
Specialism: Supporting Therapy Teams
HEALTH
Specialism: Supporting Therapy Teams
LEGAL SERVICES
Specialism: Crime, Criminal Justice & Social Welfare
ACCOUNTING
Specialism: Assistant Accountant
EDUCATION & EARLY YEARS
Specialism: Early Years Educator
HEALTH
Specialism: Adult Nursing
HEALTH
Specialism: Supporting Therapy Teams
LEGAL SERVICES
Specialism: Crime, Criminal Justice & Social Welfare
BUSINESS & ADMINISTRATION
Specialism: Team Leadership & Management
MARKETING
Specialism: Marketing
BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING
Specialism: Electrotechnical Engineering
BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING
Specialism: Plumbing
DIGITAL SUPPORT SERVICES
Specialism: Cyber Security
SCIENCE
Specialism: Laboratory Science
BUSINESS & ADMINISTRATION
Specialism: Team Leadership & Management
CRAFT & DESIGN
Specialism: Textiles & Fashion Maker
DESIGN, SURVEYING & PLANNING
Specialism: Surveying & Design
DIGITAL SUPPORT SERVICES
Specialism: Cyber Security
ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING
Specialism: Design & Development Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING
Specialism: Fitting & Assembly Technologies
MEDIA, BROADCAST & PRODUCTION
Specialism: Content Creation
SCIENCE
Specialism: Laboratory Science
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
DATA SCIENTIST
MARKETING MANAGER
FINANCIAL ANALYST
NURSE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
WEB DESIGNER
EVENT PLANNER
MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST
ARCHITECT
COPYWRITER PHARMACIST
PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST
INVESTMENT BANKER
VETERINARIAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
UX/UI DESIGNER
JOURNALIST
FINANCIAL PLANNER
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER
BUSINESS ANALYST
ART DIRECTOR
ARCHAEOLOGIST
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
INTERIOR DESIGNER
PSYCHOLOGIST
DIETITIAN LEGAL ASSISTANT
ANIMATOR PUBLIC HEALTH ANALYST
AEROSPACE ENGINEER
GEOLOGIST
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER
A LEVELS, AAQS & APPLIED QUALIFICATIONS
(All qualifications are equivalent to one A level subject)
DIPLOMA Applied Criminology
EXTENDED CERT. Medical Science (AAQ)
EXTENDED CERT. Applied Science (AAQ)
A LEVEL Biology
A LEVEL Business
A LEVEL Chemistry
A LEVEL English Language & Literature
A LEVEL Further Maths
LEVEL Geography
History
Law
Mathematics
Photography
Physics
Psychology
Sociology
EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION
Students who are intending to gain at a top university or wish to study the most competitive courses are encouraged to do the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) as an additional qualification.
T LEVELS
T LEVEL Education & Early Years (Early Years Educator)
T LEVEL Health (Adult Nursing)
T LEVEL Health (Supporting Therapy Teams)
VOCATIONAL PROGRESSION CURRICULUM
LEVEL 2 Business
LEVEL 3 Business
LEVEL 1 Introduction to Health Social Care and Children’s & Young People’s Settings
LEVEL 2 Childcare (T-Level Foundation Year)
LEVEL 2 Health & Science
LEVEL 3 Health & Social Care
LEVEL 2 Sport
LEVEL 3 Sport, Fitness & Personal Training
LEVEL 3 Sport, Coaching & Development
LEVEL 2 Preparation for Public Services
LEVEL 3 Uniformed Protective Services
Our Progression Curriculum provides an inclusive, accessible and ambitious curriculum offer. We provide our students with a genuinely supportive learning environment where happy and confident young people can maximize their own potential and where specialist SEND teachers and learning facilitators work collaboratively creating inclusivity, supporting a person led approach.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
DATA SCIENTIST
MARKETING MANAGER
FINANCIAL ANALYST
NURSE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
WEB DESIGNER
EVENT PLANNER
MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST
ARCHITECT
COPYWRITER
PHARMACIST
PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST
INVESTMENT BANKER
VETERINARIAN
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
UX/UI DESIGNER
JOURNALIST
FINANCIAL PLANNER
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER
BUSINESS ANALYST
ART DIRECTOR
ARCHAEOLOGIST
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
INTERIOR DESIGNER
PSYCHOLOGIST
DIETITIAN
LEGAL ASSISTANT
ANIMATOR
PUBLIC HEALTH ANALYST
AEROSPACE ENGINEER
GEOLOGIST
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER
A LEVELS, AAQS & APPLIED QUALIFICATIONS
(All qualifications are equivalent to one A level subject)
APPLIED CERT. Applied Criminology
EXTENDED CERT. Medical Science (AAQ)
EXTENDED CERT. Applied Science (AAQ)
A LEVEL Fine Art
A LEVEL Biology
A LEVEL Business
A LEVEL Chemistry
A LEVEL Computer Science
EXTENDED CERT. Performing Arts (AAQ)
A LEVEL English Language
A LEVEL English Literature
A LEVEL Film Studies
A LEVEL Further Maths
A LEVEL Geography
A LEVEL History
EXTENDED CERT. Information Technology (AAQ)
A LEVEL Law
A LEVEL Mathematics
A LEVEL Media Studies
A LEVEL Photography
A LEVEL Physical Education
A LEVEL Physics
A LEVEL Psychology
A LEVEL Sociology
A LEVEL Spanish
EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION
Students who are intending to gain at a top university or wish to study the most competitive courses are encouraged to do the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) as an additional qualification.
T LEVELS
T LEVEL Health (Supporting Therapy Teams)
T LEVEL Legal Services (Crime, Criminal Justice & Social Welfare)
VOCATIONAL
LEVEL 3 Art & Design Practice
LEVEL 3 Business
LEVEL 2 Creative Media Skills
LEVEL 3 Creative Media Practice
LEVEL 2 Health
LEVEL 3 Health & Social Care
LEVEL 3 Sport (Coaching & Development)
LEVEL 3 Uniformed Protective Services
ACADEMIC FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
Our Academic Foundation Programme is a one-year exam-based package. You will be expected to study the core elements of English, maths, chemistry and sociology.
VOCATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
This Level 2 programme has been designed to support resits in English and maths alongside an exciting vocational curriculum that builds your personal skills.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
DATA SCIENTIST
MARKETING MANAGER
FINANCIAL ANALYST
NURSE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
WEB DESIGNER
EVENT PLANNER
MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST
ARCHITECT
COPYWRITER
PHARMACIST
PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST
INVESTMENT BANKER
VETERINARIAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
UX/UI DESIGNER
JOURNALIST
FINANCIAL PLANNER
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER
BUSINESS ANALYST
ART DIRECTOR
ARCHAEOLOGIST
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
INTERIOR DESIGNER
PSYCHOLOGIST
DIETITIAN
LEGAL ASSISTANT
ANIMATOR
PUBLIC HEALTH ANALYST
AEROSPACE ENGINEER
GEOLOGIST
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER
A LEVELS
A LEVEL Art & Design
A LEVEL Biology
A LEVEL Chemistry
A LEVEL English Language
A LEVEL English Literature
A LEVEL Geography
A LEVEL History
A LEVEL Law
A LEVEL Mathematics
A LEVEL Physics
A LEVEL Politics
A LEVEL Psychology
A LEVEL Sociology
EXTENDED PROJECT QUALIFICATION
Students who are intending to gain at a top university or wish to study the most competitive courses are encouraged to do the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) as an additional qualification.
T LEVELS
T LEVEL Accounting (Assistant Accountant)
T LEVEL Education & Early Years (Early Years Educator)
T LEVEL Health (Adult Nursing)
T LEVEL Health (Supporting Therapy Teams)
T LEVEL Legal Services (Crime, Criminal Justice & Social Welfare)
T LEVEL Business & Administration (Team Leadership & Management)
T LEVEL Marketing
GCSE FULL-TIME PROGRAMME
With our GCSE programme you will study the core elements of English and maths, adding further subjects according to your needs and ability. You will choose two optional units from the following: Biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, sociology, citizenship or religious studies.
ESOL & PROGRESSION CURRICULUM
Our Progression Curriculum provides an inclusive, accessible and ambitious curriculum offer. We provide our students with a genuinely supportive learning environment where happy and confident young people can maximize their own potential and where specialist SEND teachers and learning facilitators work collaboratively creating inclusivity, supporting a person led approach.
VOCATIONAL
ART & DESIGN
LEVEL 2 Art & Design
LEVEL 3 Art & Design
BEAUTY THERAPY
LEVEL 1 Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector
LEVEL 1 Hair & Beauty Sector
LEVEL 2 Beauty Therapy
LEVEL 3 Beauty Therapy Techniques
BUSINESS
LEVEL 2 Business
LEVEL 2 Business (T-Level Foundation Year)
LEVEL 3 Business
CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA
LEVEL 1 Art, Design & Media
LEVEL 2 Creative Media Skills
LEVEL 3 Creative Media Practice
EDUCATION & CHILDCARE
LEVEL 2 Childcare (T-Level Foundation Year)
LEVEL 1 Art, Design & Media
HAIR & MEDIA MAKE-UP
LEVEL 1 Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector
LEVEL 2 Hair & Media Make-Up
LEVEL 2 Women & Men’s Hairdressing
LEVEL 3 Women’s Hairdressing
LEVEL 3 Theatre, Special Effects, Hair & Media Make-Up
HEALTH
LEVEL
HORSE
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
DATA SCIENTIST
MARKETING MANAGER
FINANCIAL ANALYST
NURSE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
WEB DESIGNER
EVENT PLANNER
MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST
ARCHITECT
COPYWRITER
PHARMACIST
PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST
INVESTMENT BANKER
VETERINARIAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
UX/UI DESIGNER
JOURNALIST
FINANCIAL PLANNER
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER
BUSINESS ANALYST
ART DIRECTOR
ARCHAEOLOGIST
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
INTERIOR DESIGNER
PSYCHOLOGIST
DIETITIAN
LEGAL ASSISTANT
ANIMATOR
PUBLIC HEALTH ANALYST
AEROSPACE ENGINEER
GEOLOGIST
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER
VOCATIONAL
COMPUTING & I.T.
LEVEL 2 Digital & I.T. Skills
LEVEL 3 IT (Cloud Computing)
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
LEVEL 1 Construction Skills
LEVEL 2 Electrical Installation
ENGINEERING
LEVEL 2 Performing Engineering Operations
LEVEL 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
LEVEL 3 Engineering
MOTOR VEHICLE
Automotive Maintenance
Vehicle Accident Repair (Paint)
LEVEL 2 Vehicle Accident Repair (Paint)
LEVEL 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
LEVEL 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
LEVEL 3 Vehicle Accident Repair (Paint)
PLUMBING Plumbing
LEVEL 2 Plumbing
LEVEL 2 Science Technology
LEVEL 3 Science
T LEVELS
T LEVEL Building Services Engineering (Electrotechnical Engineering)
T LEVEL Building Services Engineering (Plumbing)
T LEVEL Digital Support Services (Cyber Security)
T LEVEL Science (Laboratory Science)
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
DATA SCIENTIST
MARKETING MANAGER
FINANCIAL ANALYST
NURSE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
WEB DESIGNER
EVENT PLANNER
MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST
ARCHITECT
COPYWRITER
PHARMACIST
PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST
BANKER
INVESTMENT
VETERINARIAN
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
UX/UI DESIGNER
JOURNALIST
FINANCIAL PLANNER
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER
BUSINESS ANALYST
ART DIRECTOR
ARCHAEOLOGIST
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
INTERIOR DESIGNER
PSYCHOLOGIST
DIETITIAN
LEGAL ASSISTANT
ANIMATOR
PUBLIC HEALTH ANALYST
AEROSPACE ENGINEER
GEOLOGIST
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TEACHER
ACCOUNTANT
CIVIL ENGINEER
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER
GCSE FULL-TIME PROGRAMME
Our GCSE programme is a one-year exam-based package. You will be expected to study the core elements of English, maths, chemistry and sociology.
VOCATIONAL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
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CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA
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VOCATIONAL
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CONSTRUCTION & THE TRADES
BRICKWORK, CARPENTRY & JOINERY AND PLASTERING
LEVEL 1 Construction Skills (Multiskill)
LEVEL 1 Carpentry & Joinery
LEVEL 1 Bricklaying
LEVEL 1 Plastering
LEVEL 2 Site Carpentry
LEVEL 2 Bricklaying
LEVEL 2 Plastering
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
LEVEL
ENGINEERING
LEVEL
HAIRDRESSING & MEDIA MAKE-UP
LEVEL
LEVEL
PERFORMING ARTS (DELIVERED AT DEBUT STUDIOS)
LEVEL 2 Dancing & Acting
LEVEL 3 Dancing & Acting
PLUMBING
LEVEL 1 Plumbing
LEVEL 2 Plumbing SCIENCE
LEVEL 2 Science Technology
LEVEL 3 Science
SPORTS COURSES (DELIVERED AT STOCKPORT COUNTY FC)
LEVEL 2 Sports Industry Skills (Leading Children’s Sports Activities)
LEVEL 3 Sport Coaching and Development
LEVEL 3 Sport, Fitness and Personal Training
T LEVELS
T LEVEL Business & Administration (Team Leadership & Management)
T LEVEL Craft & Design (Textiles & Fashion Maker)
T LEVEL Design, Surveying & Planning (Surveying & Design)
T LEVEL Digital Support Services (Cyber Security)
T LEVEL Engineering & Manufacturing (Design & Development Mechanical Engineering)
T LEVEL Engineering & Manufacturing (Fitting & Assembly Technologies)
T LEVEL Media, Broadcast & Production (Content Creation)
T LEVEL Science (Laboratory Science)
5 SIMPLE STEPS TO SUCCESS
When you reach Year 11 and you’ve decided on your course follow the step by step guide below to apply:
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Scan the QR code opposite. This will take you to our ‘How to Apply’ page which will tell you all you need to know about our application process. You can also start your course search here.
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We’ll acknowledge receipt of your application using the email address you provide on your application form. It’s very important that you provide a valid email address as your invite to interview and your offer letters will be sent electronically to your email address.
Where we require further information to ensure you’re offered the right course, you’ll be invited in to meet us at an Information and Offer Event to discuss your application further. If you’ve already had an offer you are also welcome to attend so we can answer any questions you might have.
Your offer will be confirmed. (Conditions may apply). 4
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We’ll give you an appointment time to come and enrol once you’ve received your exam results.
Scan this QR code for THE CHEADLE COLLEGE
Scan this QR code for MARPLE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
Scan this QR code for TRAFFORD COLLEGE STOCKPORT COLLEGE
THE CHEADLE COLLEGE
Cheadle Road, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle, SK8 5HA
t. 0161 486 4600 w. cheadle.tscg.ac.uk e. info@cheadle.ac.uk
MARPLE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
Buxton Lane, Marple, Stockport, SK6 7QY
t. 0161 484 6600 w. marple.tscg.ac.uk e. info@marple.ac.uk
STOCKPORT COLLEGE
Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3UQ
t. 0161 296 5000 w. stockport.tscg.ac.uk e. info@stockport.ac.uk
TRAFFORD COLLEGE, ALTRINCHAM CAMPUS
Manchester Road, West Timperley, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 5PQ
t. 0161 886 7070 w. trafford.tscg.ac.uk e. info@trafford.ac.uk
TRAFFORD COLLEGE, STRETFORD CAMPUS
Talbot Road, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0XH
t. 0161 886 7070 w. trafford.tscg.ac.uk e. info@trafford.ac.uk
All information is correct at the time of print. However, the College reserves the right to change or amend a course as necessary. If you require this guide in an alternative format, please contact us.
