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FULL-TIMECourse Guide 2018/19HIGHBURY COLLEGE // PORTSMOUTH

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPALHello and welcome to Highbury College’s Full-ti me Course Guide for 2018/19, where aworld of opportunity awaits.

Our mission is to enable all our students to succeed. We want everyone to feel comfortable and confi dent studying here and we welcome students with a wide range of backgroundsand experience.

Not only have we been judged ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, we have recently won the Times Educati on Supplement FE Award for ‘Outstanding Use of Technology for Improving Teaching and Learning’, which means you can be confi dent we’ll provide you with all the tools you’ll need to succeed in your chosen career.

Employability is key to us and, to that end, we have unrivalled links with local industry to enable our students to gain real-life experience in the workplace, take up Apprenti ceships, progress to university or fi nd employment.

Highbury College is a great place to study and develop new skills, we off er superb resources,a friendly atmosphere and a wide range of programmes, including Study Programmes, A Levels, Apprenti ceships, professional courses and Foundati on Degrees.

But don’t just take our word for it. Come along to one of our Open Events, or arrange to drop in and talk to our inspirati onal tutors and our amazing students, who are such great ambassadors for the College.

And if you are not sure which is the best course for you, don't worry… our outstanding informati on, advice and guidance team are always on hand to help you to decide.

This guide is just a glimpse into what we have to off er. There’s more, much more…

We look forward to welcoming you!

Stella Mbubaegbu CBEPrincipal & Chief Executi ve

COME ON IN!

Our regular Open Events at Highbury Campus are an excellent opportunity for you to see the College, speak to lecturers and students, and discuss your opti ons.

OPEN EVENTS CALENDAR:

Tuesday 3rd October 20174.30–7pm

Wednesday 4th October 20174.30–7pm

Saturday 4th November 201710am–1pm

Saturday 24th February 201810am–1pm

Wednesday 23rd May 20184.30–7pm

Don’t worry if you can’t make any of the dates above, you’re sti ll welcome to visit any ti me. Just pop in Monday-Friday, 9am-4.30pm and you’ll be sure of a warm welcome.

TABLE OF CONTENTSWhy Choose Highbury College? .............................3Outstanding Faciliti es .............................................................4College Life ............................................................................................5Enrichment .............................................................................................7WorldSkills Competi ti ons .................................................8A Gazelle College ..........................................................................9Beyond Highbury ......................................................................10Helpful Highbury .......................................................................11Fees & Financial Support ...............................................13Qualifi cati ons ..................................................................................15Choosing the Right Level ...............................................17Apprenti ceships ..........................................................................19The 6th Form Academy ....................................................21Access to Higher Educati on .......................................23Higher Educati on .......................................................................25Highbury Internati onal ......................................................27

Animal Care .......................................................................................31Art & Design .....................................................................................33Automoti ve ........................................................................................35Business ..................................................................................................37Catering...................................................................................................39Computi ng & IT ...........................................................................41Constructi on ....................................................................................43Digital Media ...................................................................................47Engineering (inc. Marine) .................................................49English Language Skills (ESOL) ...............................51Fashion & Clothing ..................................................................53Floristry ...................................................................................................55Foundati on Prospects ........................................................57Foundati on Progress ............................................................59Foundati on Pathways .........................................................61Hair & Beauty .................................................................................63Health, Care & Early Years ...........................................65Hospitality ...........................................................................................67Journalism............................................................................................69Music Technology .....................................................................71Performing Arts & Theatre ..........................................73Prince's Trust Team Programme ...........................75Public Services ..............................................................................77Science .....................................................................................................79Travel & Tourism .........................................................................81

Before You Apply .......................................................................85Applying for a Place ..............................................................87Applicati on Form .......................................................................88How to Find Us ............................................................................90

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On our courses, you will benefi t from our amazing learning faciliti es, which include: On our courses, you will benefi t from our amazing learning faciliti es, which include:

AUTOMOTIVE & ENGINEERING AUTOMOTIVE & ENGINEERING Our faciliti es include modern motor vehicle and motorcycle Our faciliti es include modern motor vehicle and motorcycle workshops, the latest diagnosti c equipment, engineering workshops, workshops, the latest diagnosti c equipment, engineering workshops, electronic laboratories and a dedicated centre for marine engineering electronic laboratories and a dedicated centre for marine engineering courses at Boathouse4 in Portsmouth’s Historic dockyard.courses at Boathouse4 in Portsmouth’s Historic dockyard.

COMPUTING & IT Our state-of-the-art computi ng suites give you access to Cisco Academy computer network training rooms, specialist soft ware and hardware, plus the latest Apple Macs.

CONSTRUCTION We have specialist workshops for each discipline, from Brickwork to Wall & Floor Tiling, as well as faciliti es to learn about the latest environmental technologies.

CREATIVE, MUSIC & MEDIA Our faciliti es include a high-defi niti on TV studio with green screen and autocue, art and design studios, digital recording studio with the latest soft ware, radio suite, Mac and PC-enabled classrooms for games design, graphics and music technology. We also have a 160- seat Performing Arts Theatre and a dance studio.

HAIR & BEAUTY Our contemporary Eden salons are open to the public and include faciliti es for the very latest in hair, beauty and holisti c treatments including haircut and colour, refl exology, facials, manicures, gel polish, massage and spray tanning.

HEALTH, CARE & EARLY YEARS Our learning environments are specifi cally designed to simulate realisti c work environments and include a nursery, residenti al care realisti c work environments and include a nursery, residenti al care environment and mini A&E room.environment and mini A&E room.

HOSPITALITY & CATERING HOSPITALITY & CATERING Our faciliti es include professional training kitchens, internati onal Our faciliti es include professional training kitchens, internati onal and pastry kitchens, two e-enabled kitchens, and a 60-seat training and pastry kitchens, two e-enabled kitchens, and a 60-seat training restaurant which is open to the public.restaurant which is open to the public.

SCIENCE Our science laboratories are among the most up-to-date in the area, Our science laboratories are among the most up-to-date in the area, enabling our students to learn about biological systems, forensic enabling our students to learn about biological systems, forensic science, geneti cs, microbiology, physiology and medical physics.science, geneti cs, microbiology, physiology and medical physics.

TRAVEL & TOURISM Superb learning resources include a purpose-built aircraft cabin Superb learning resources include a purpose-built aircraft cabin secti on and airport check-in desk for students wishing to pursue a secti on and airport check-in desk for students wishing to pursue a career as cabin crew.

HIGHBURY COLLEGE OFFERS YOU ‘OUTSTANDING’ OPPORTUNITIESHighbury is proud to be a Grade 1 ‘Outstanding’ College, as judged by Ofsted, the nati onal body responsible for standards in educati on.

PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES OF TECHNOLOGYIn 2016, Highbury College won the Times Educati on Supplement FE 2016 Award for ‘Outstanding Use of Technology for Improving Teaching and Learning’ and we encourage all of our students to exploit the latest technology and to be at the cutti ng edge of innovati on.

HIGH STUDENT SUCCESS RATES‘Outcomes for students are outstanding. Retenti on, pass and success rates are very high for students of all ages and at all levels.’ (Ofsted)

At Highbury we are passionate about giving every student the best chance to succeed.

STUDENT LIFEStudying at Highbury is a great way to make new friends, gain confi dence and have fun! You’ll also have the opportunity to join the Nati onal Students’ Union enabling you to access great discounts on a wide range of services from railcards to retail. Plus, there are lots of extra acti viti es and sports teams to get involved with! (See page 7).

SUPPORT YOU CAN COUNT ONOur specialist support team and tutors are here to help you achieve Our specialist support team and tutors are here to help you achieve your goals.

You will have a personal tutor to guide you through your course.But it doesn’t stop there, our support team provides expert help. When it comes to applying for university/apprenti ceship, talking through your progression opti ons, money worries or extra supportfor your studies.

AN ENTREPRENEURIAL COLLEGEAs a member of the entrepreneurial Gazelle Group of Colleges, we’re able to off er you extra opportuniti es to develop work-relevant skills that will help you stand out from the crowd. Even if you’re att ending Highbury for qualifi cati ons such as A Levels, rather than a business-focused course, you can sti ll get involved in exciti ng nati onal or even internati onal enterprise competi ti ons, leading to new experiences and friendships, and boosti ng your confi dence.

QUALIFICATIONS & OPPORTUNITIESAs you’ll see from this course guide, there are a great many opportuniti es open to you at Highbury College, so whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to fi nd the right course for you.

WHY CHOOSE HIGHBURY COLLEGE?WHY CHOOSE HIGHBURY COLLEGE?

OUTSTANDING FACILITIES OUTSTANDING FACILITIES OUTSTANDING FACILITIES

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As well as gaining valuable qualifi cati ons, studying at Highbury is about developing new As well as gaining valuable qualifi cati ons, studying at Highbury is about developing new interests, making new friends and having fun. interests, making new friends and having fun.

We want you to enjoy every aspect of your student life at College. There’s always something going on at Highbury and plenty of acti viti es and We want you to enjoy every aspect of your student life at College. There’s always something going on at Highbury and plenty of acti viti es and opportuniti es for you to socialise and meet up with your friends, either between classes or in your free ti me.

GET SOCIAL

THE DECK // THE DECK // THE DECK Based at Highbury campus, the Deck is a great place to meet your friends, relax, chat or study at one of the many computers available. You can play table tennis, table football or pool. Here you’ll also fi nd the NUS desk, with lots of informati on about the many great deals and acti viti es on off er.

THE ATRIUM // Based at the Highbury City of Portsmouth Centre, the Atrium combines the social space, which includes pool tables, comfortable seati ng and table football, with the Atrium Café, off ering a good range of refreshments.

NH SOCIAL SPACE // Available to students based at the Northarbour Campus, this is a great chill out space which includes a pool table and a range or refreshment opti ons.

STUDENTS’ UNION As a member of the Students’ Union you will benefi t from its many services and social acti viti es, including sports, trips, cinema nights, barbecues, gigs, clubs and societi es and much more. You’ll also be able to fi nd out about the many discounts in stores and leisure outlets that you’ll be enti tled to as a member.

FOOD & DRINK Refectories at Highbury Campus, Highbury Northarbour Centre and Highbury City of Portsmouth Centre off er a good range of refreshments, Fairtrade products and healthy eati ng opti ons.

LIBRARY SERVICE Our Library Service off ers a variety of resources and equipment, including computers, online materials, books, magazines and newspapers. There are also group study areas, quiet areas,and wireless technology if you want to use your own laptop.Students with learning diffi culti es and disabiliti es are able toaccess supporti ve technology. In additi on, e-books and resourcesare available through the Virtual Library, which can be accessedfrom any College computer or from home via the Internet.

SPORT AND FITNESS The Sports Centre at Highbury Campus has a wide range of faciliti es, including a sports hall, gym and fi tness classes. Sports on off er include badminton, mini-tennis and 5-a-side football, as well as Zumba, roller skati ng and marti al arts. Discounted membership is available to new students during the fi rst four weeks of term.

NURSERIES The Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Honeypot Nursery, based at Highbury Campus off ers care for babies and children up to four years of age. Call 02392 383 131 for more informati on.

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“WorldSkills is like the Educati onal Olympics andI competed against the other regional winners atThe Skills Show in Birmingham. We were given a task to complete which showcased our knowledge and networking skills. I was lucky enough to win Gold and the experience was amazing.”ELLIS MEADES-WOOLLEY | FOUNDATION DEGREE IN COMPUTING

At Highbury we encourage students to get fully involved with competi ti ons, both as a valuable learning experience and to showcase their skills.

Every year, our students take part in WorldSkills UK, a global ‘skills Olympics’, entering regional competi ti on heats in a wide range of vocati onal areas, including Business, Constructi on, Hair & Beauty, Hospitality & Catering, Automoti ve, Engineering and Computi ng.

The heats culminate with a nati onal fi nal held at The Skills Show at the NEC in Birmingham. In 2016/17 our Computi ng students stole the show winning an amazing four medals.

Ellis Meades-Woolley outshone the other competi tors to beawarded Gold in the IT Support Technician category, withteam-mate Christopher Taylor scooping the Bronze. Aft er winning Gold in last year's event, Andrew Matt hews added to his medal tally with a Silver in the Network Systems Administrator category, whilst further success came in the Network Infrastructure category with Thomas Russell picking up a Bronze medal.

Medal winners are then considered for a place in the UK squad where they compete to represent the UK in the next world fi nal which is being held in Abu Dhabi October 2017. In the most recent world fi nals, Highbury Student Dan Levings was selected to represent the United Kingdom for Web Design and jett ed off to São Paulo.Dan competed against 50 other hopefuls from all over the world and won a coveted Medallion of Excellence. We are hoping that this year’s medal winners will follow in Dan’s footsteps and compete in the next World Final.

Taking part in WorldSkills competi ti ons represents a great opportunity for students to raise their confi dence and enhance their employability skills, and is the perfect moti vati onal platf orm for students to fi ne tune their skills and test them against others.

We want you to enjoy every aspect of your life at College and feel prepared to move on to work or further study at the end of your course.

Whether your interest is in sports, music, theatre, volunteering ora Duke of Edinburgh Award, we have the right acti vity for you.Each year our students go on exciti ng trips and study visits in the UK and abroad, enter and win nati onal competi ti ons and take part in work experience.

Taking part in College life shows employers and universiti es that you have a wide range of interests, as well as enthusiasm and good communicati on skills.

ACTIVITIES AT HIGHBURY

Sports, including basketball, football, swimming andtable tennis

College events, including Freshers’ Fair and Multi-Cultural Week and many more…

Hair and Beauty showcase

Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

Saturday Art Club

Students’ Union

That’s Solent TV

JAMM Radio

Work experience

Voluntary and charity work

Trips in the UK and abroad

Student representation

Sports Academy WorldSkills UK

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At Highbury, we make it our business to encourage entrepreneurship. As a member of the At Highbury, we make it our business to encourage entrepreneurship. As a member of the Gazelle Colleges Group, we like nothing bett er than to see our students set up for success.Gazelle Colleges Group, we like nothing bett er than to see our students set up for success.

SO, WHAT’S DIFFERENT ABOUT A GAZELLE COLLEGE?Gazelle colleges are moving away from passive, classroom learning towards an approach that puts you in the driving seat of your own College career, with opportuniti es to work as part of a business at the same ti me as gaining qualifi cati ons in your chosen subject.

HOW IS A GAZELLE COLLEGE GOINGTO HELP ME?A Gazelle college is an excellent place to start your business.Experts are on hand with advice on formulati ng a business plan and how to source funding.

Even if you don’t want to go on and start your own business, it’s a great opportunity to increase your awareness of what the workplace is like, and improve your chances of getti ng the job you want.

“I have always wanted to own and run my own business and I am so happy it has now become a reality. My ti me at Highbury gave me the skills and confi dence I needed and now I’m really excited for the future!.”JESS DAVEY | OWNER, THE PARLOUR

At Highbury, we aim to ensure that you not only learn about your chosen subject, skill or trade but also develop the essenti al skills you need to progress to work or move on to further studies or training.

CAREERS ADVICEIf you have any questi ons about your career or the qualifi cati ons you need, Highbury’s expert careers team off ers imparti al and confi denti al advice about your opti ons for university, further educati on, training and employment or an Apprenti ceship.

The team can help you choose a career and apply for university and college courses.

Careers advisers are located at all sites. To book an appointment please call 023 9238 3131 or email [email protected] appointments can also be arranged on request.

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLSOnce you’re on your course we’ll help you develop valuable employability skills. These are the skills you need to do any job well and realise your potenti al in the workplace. Alongside job-specifi c skills and knowledge, employers tell us they’re looking for applicants with a wide range of other skills such as clear thinking and problem solving, being good communicators, team working, using numbers eff ecti vely and getti ng the most from IT.

HOW WILL I DEVELOP MYEMPLOYABILITY SKILLS?At Highbury you learn by doing and will develop employability skills as part of your course. Acti viti es could include live projects commissioned by employers, competi ti ons, group work to build your team skills, work shadowing, industry visits and guest lectures.

Many full-ti me courses also include work placements and work-related learning giving you relevant work experience as you learn.

You could also work towards an employability skills qualifi cati on.

HIGHBURY EMPLOYMENT SERVICE Achieving your qualifi cati ons is only the start of your journey.

That’s why Highbury College has its very own Employment Service and a team of dedicated recruitment specialists on hand to help you get that job or Apprenti ceship!

Highbury Employment Service's friendly and experienced staff have expert knowledge of today’s job market and can help you understand what employers are looking for. They can help you apply for apprenti ceships, look for part-ti me work alongside your studies and apply for full-ti me jobs once you fi nish. We also have guides and informati on on volunteering and work experience.

Members of the Highbury Employment Service are available at the Careers and Employment Service, Highbury Campus, Mon-Thurs, 9am-5pm and Fri 9am-4:30pm.

We can also book appointments to see students at other campuses.Email: [email protected] to fi nd out more.

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Highbury’s mission is Highbury’s mission is ‘to enable all our students to succeed’‘to enable all our students to succeed’. Our specialist staff will support you throughout your ti me at College so that you can develop the skills and qualifi cati ons you you throughout your ti me at College so that you can develop the skills and qualifi cati ons you need to move on to the next stage of your life.

INFORMATION AND ADVICEThe Admissions Team are available to off er informati on, advice and guidance. You can talk in confi dence about your course opti ons and they will help you through the admissions process.

DISABILITY SUPPORTWe welcome applicati ons from students with disabiliti es, learning diffi culti es, mental health conditi ons or medical conditi ons.Our Disability Equality Scheme sets out our commitment to equality of opportunity and widening parti cipati on.

In order to help you plan and prepare for College life, we have a range of services and equipment which can be made available toyou. We encourage you to talk to us about your support needs sowe can discuss appropriate reasonable adjustments to help you achieve on your course. You don’t have to let us know about your disability, but if you don’t this may aff ect our ability to off er you the support you need. A confi denti al interview will be arranged with a specialist member of staff to discuss your support needs once we've received your applicati on.

LEARNING SUPPORTOur Learning Support team will assess your needs and talk to you about how they can help you get the most from College. Specialist support and equipment for students with identi fi ed needs includes:

Assessment by specialist staff to discuss support needs

Tailored support packages

Assistive equipment and technologies

British Sign Language communicators

TUTORIAL SUPPORTAll full-ti me students are assigned a tutor. Your tutor will supportyou throughout your ti me at Highbury, meeti ng regularly to talk about your progress and att endance. You’ll have a tutorial session most weeks, covering subjects like planning your career, managing money, health and fi tness, personal development and study skills.

STUDY CENTRENeed an extra hand with your college work? The Study Centre provides a great place to work on your college projects, as a member of the support team is always on hand to help you with your projects.of the support team is always on hand to help you with your projects.

Located on the ground fl oor of Highbury Campus, the Study Centre Located on the ground fl oor of Highbury Campus, the Study Centre is open every day from 9am–4pm. All students are welcome to drop-is open every day from 9am–4pm. All students are welcome to drop-in at any ti me and we look forward to seeing you!

MENTORINGMentors provide one-to-one support for students who may be experiencing diffi culti es and are at risk of not completi ng their programme. Problems might include personal/social issues or illness.

WELFARE SUPPORTStudents experiencing problems while at College or who need imparti al and confi denti al advice about issues that are worrying them, can speak to a member of the Welfare Team – call 02392 383 131.

COUNSELLINGA free and confi denti al counselling service is available for all students. Friendly and qualifi ed Counsellors can talk to you in confi dence about any problem, concern or issue you may have, either at College or in any problem, concern or issue you may have, either at College or in your private life.your private life.

FINANCIAL SUPPORTWe don’t want you to worry about money while you’re at College We don’t want you to worry about money while you’re at College – you’re here to learn and have fun. There are a number of ways – you’re here to learn and have fun. There are a number of ways in which you can get help to cover the cost of coming to College, in which you can get help to cover the cost of coming to College, including a Bursary Fund. For more informati on about fi nancial including a Bursary Fund. For more informati on about fi nancial support, see page 86 or call support, see page 86 or call 02392 383 131 and ask to speak to a member of the Student Welfare team.member of the Student Welfare team.

SPECIAL EXAM ARRANGEMENTSPlease let us know when completi ng your applicati on if you have Please let us know when completi ng your applicati on if you have additi onal learning requirements. If you forget to add this to your additi onal learning requirements. If you forget to add this to your applicati on, then please let us know as soon as possible so we can applicati on, then please let us know as soon as possible so we can ensure you get the right help from the start. An informal interview ensure you get the right help from the start. An informal interview will be arranged with a specialist member of staff to discuss individual will be arranged with a specialist member of staff to discuss individual support needs.

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A range of fi nancial help is available – depending on your personal circumstancesA range of fi nancial help is available – depending on your personal circumstances– to support you with your studies at Highbury College.– to support you with your studies at Highbury College.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT – LEARNER SUPPORT FUNDS There are a number of ways in which you can get fi nancial assistance to help with the cost of learning materials, travel, equipment and childcare costs. For an applicati on form please call 023 9232 8954, email student.fi [email protected] or drop-in to Student Central at Highbury Campus.

LEARNER SUPPORT FUND FOR 16+ YEARS OLD ON LEVEL 1 OR 2 COURSESStudents with household incomes below £25,000 may be eligible for help with College-related costs. The money is normally used for students who need help with kit/uniform, travel and childcare.

BURSARY FUND (STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL FINANCIAL NEEDS)You could be eligible for a bursary of up to £1,200 if you are 16-19 and studying for over 12 hours a week and are in care, or recently left care, or are independently receiving Income Support/Universal Credit, or are in receipt of Employment Support Allowance and Disability Living Allowance/Personal Independence Payment.

Please complete an Applicati on Form for Financial Support, available from Student Support, if you wish to apply for a bursary.

ADVANCED LEARNER LOANSIf you’re 19 or older, you may be able to apply for a loan to help with the costs of a college or training course. The course must be at Level 3 or above (such as Access). You won’t have to pay anything back unti l you’re earning over £21,000 a year. You can also apply for an Advanced Learner Loan Bursary to help pay for some of the costs of coming to College, for example travel and childcare.

For more informati on please contact 0845 240 2024 or visitwww.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loans.

FEE GUIDANCEIf you’re under 19 on the 31 August in the year in which you start your full-ti me course you will not be charged tuiti on, examinati on or registrati on fees for the majority of courses. You need to have been resident in the EU for three years.

Some courses charge a resource fee to cover the cost of equipment, materials, services and trips. Specialist equipment, such as a uniform or protecti ve clothing, may need to be purchased before you start your course. If this is the case, you’ll be informed at your interview. If you’reaged 19-23 and want to study for your fi rst full Level 2 or Level 3 qualifi cati on you may also be exempt from paying tuiti on, examinati on and registrati on fees.

If you’re aged 19+ and studying at Level 3or above, you’ll be required to pay your fees (unless you are 19-23 studying your fi rst level 3), but there are excellent services available to youto allow fl exible payment arrangements. Please also see the following secti on on Advanced Learning Loans.

Please note that if you withdraw from your course, the loans company ceases to pay the fees and you remain liable for the enti re fees.

To fi nd out more about fees, please contact our Admission Team on 02392 383 131 or email [email protected].

CARE TO LEARN (C2L)

If you’re under 20 and have one or more children, Care to Learn can help with up to £160 per week for the cost of your childcare while you’re learning.

For more informati on please contact Care to Learn on0800 121 8989 or go to www.direct.gov.uk/caretolearn.

PROFESSIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT LOAN (PCDL)A PCDL is a bank loan and you may be able to borrow between £300 and £10,000. Once you stop studying you pay it back in the normal way. However, the Educati on Funding Agency pays the interest on the loan while you’re studying - and for one month aft erwards.

LOCAL AUTHORITY – TRAVEL ASSISTANCEIf you’re a Hampshire resident under the age of 19, in receipt of benefi t and are living more than three miles from the College, you may be able to receive assistance with your travel. Portsmouth residents should contact Portsmouth City Council on 02392 841 345 for the eligibility criteria. Other Hampshire residents should contact Hampshire County Council on (019) 6284 6924.

FURTHER EDUCATION FREE MEALS

Student or parents in receipt of certain benefi ts may be eligible for free breakfast or lunch at College. The qualifying benefi ts are:

Income Support or Income-based Jobseekers Allowance

Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

Support under part VI of the Immigrati on and Asylum Act 1999

The guarantee element of State Pension Credit

Child Tax Credit (provided there is no enti tlement to Working Tax Credit and annual gross income is no more than £16,190,as assessed by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC))

Universal Credit

Students aged between 19 and 25 in receipt of one of the qualifying benefi ts who are subject to a Learning Diffi culty Assessment (LDA) orEducati on Health Care Plan (EHCP) may also be eligible for free meals.

REFUND POLICYSubject to management discreti on, refunds are normally only made if a student does not att end or withdraws because of excepti onal circumstances, such as a certi fi ed prolonged illness. Requests should be made to the College Accountant and evidence of enti tlement may be requested.

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Whatever your level of ability or experience, we have a course for you. We off er Foundati on Whatever your level of ability or experience, we have a course for you. We off er Foundati on Degrees, university-level Higher Nati onal Certi fi cates, Diplomas, Access courses, a wide Degrees, university-level Higher Nati onal Certi fi cates, Diplomas, Access courses, a wide choice of Apprenti ceships, A Levels, GCSEs and NVQs.

FOUNDATION DEGREESFoundati on Degrees are work-related higher educati on qualifi cati ons that equip you with the skills and knowledge employers need.

On completi on of a Foundati on Degree you could ‘top-up’ to a full Honours Degree.

HNC/HND DIPLOMASHNCs and HNDs are work-related qualifi cati ons. Study is usually full or part-ti me over one or two years. An HNC is equivalent to the fi rst year of a degree, an HND to the second year of a degree.

On completi on of an HND you could top up to an Honours Degree at university.

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATIONThis is a Level 3 programme designed for students aged 19+.It combines academic subjects with study skills support to prepare you for higher educati on.

BTEC QUALIFICATIONSBTECs are work-related qualifi cati ons and allow you to demonstrate your knowledge and skills through practi cal work. They off er ideal progression opportuniti es to the next level in your chosen vocati onal fi eld and are recognised by employers and universiti es as an alternati ve to studying A Levels.

BTEC courses provide you with a foundati on in your chosen vocati onal subject. BTEC Level 2 courses can be taken as an extended Certi fi cate (equivalent to two GCSEs) or more usually asa Diploma (equivalent to four GCSEs).

Level 3 BTECs take between one and two years to complete.The Level 3 BTEC is available as a 90-credit Diploma, a Diploma and an Extended Diploma.

APPRENTICESHIPSAn Apprenti ceship is a real job with training and leads to a recognised qualifi cati on related to the job you do. They take between one and four years to complete, depending on the level of Apprenti ceship and the job sector you’re in. You will need an Employer to support you through the Apprenti ceship. If you have not secured an Employer within the fi eld in which you wish to undertake the Apprenti ceship, then the College can help you with this. If this is you, we recommend that you apply for the full ti me course and the Apprenti ceship opti on will be discussed at the interview. Your details will be referred to our Employment Services Team. They will call you in to register with them and then support you in fi nding the right employer.

Apprenti ceships are available from Level 2 through to Level 5.

A LEVELSA Levels are Level 3 qualifi cati ons and are highly valued by universiti es and employers. Our 6th Form Academy programmes are designed to meet the needs of students aged 16-18 years. You will be a full-ti me student, studying three to four subjects over two years.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONSProfessional Diplomas are work-related qualifi cati ons that focus on the practi cal skills needed for work. These qualifi cati ons are off ered from Entry Level to Level 4 and above, and give you experience of working in a commercial setti ng. Students completi ng a Level 2 or 3 Professional Diploma normally progress to work or an Apprenti ceship.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS/GCSESIf you have previously achieved a D/4 grade, you’ll have the opportunity to re-sit Maths and/or English to improve your grade as part of a broader programme.

If your Maths and/or English are below a D/4 grade, you’ll study an appropriate level of functi onal skills. A full diagnosti c assessment will determine the level and programme of study required.

ESOLWith English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) we off er a range of courses for people looking to develop their English skills to deal more confi dently with employers, colleges or universiti es and express views and opinions more confi dently.

NVQSThe College off ers a broad range of Nati onal Vocati onal Qualifi cati ons for people who want practi cal training to gain a parti cular skill, progress into the world of work or advance their career. NVQs provide evidence of a person’s competence in a job and prove that they can work to the standards set by industry.

QUALIFICATIONSQUALIFICATIONS


ENTRY LEVEL

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?For people with no formal qualifi cati onsTake the fi rst steps in your chosen vocati onal areaImprove your English and Maths

WHAT WILL I NEED?Interest and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study

WHAT DOES IT USUALLY LEAD TO?You could move on to a Level 1 vocati onal course

LEVEL 1

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?A good introducti on to a vocati onal subjectCombine hands-on learning, projects and work-related acti viti esImprove your English and Maths

WHAT WILL I NEED?4 GCSEs at A*-E (9-2) including English and MathsOr an Entry Level qualifi cati on with English and Maths (at least at Entry Level 3)Interest, skill and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study

WHAT DOES IT USUALLY LEAD TO?A Level 2 qualifi cati on or an Apprenti ceship

LEVEL 2

WHY CHOOWHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?SE THIS COURSE?An ideal route to a careerGain qualifi cati ons that prepare you for study at a higher level,an Apprenti ceship or employmentImprove your English and Maths

WHAT WILL I NEED?4 GCSEs at A*-D (9-3) including English and MathsOr a Level 1 qualifi cati on at merit grade or with tutor recommendati onEnglish and Maths (at least at Level 1)For some technical subjects you will need to start at Level 1

WHAT DOES IT USUALLY LEAD TO?A Level 3 qualifi cati on including an Apprenti ceshipIn some instances, employment

LEVEL 3 VOCATIONAL DIPLOMAS

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Substanti al preparati on for employment or an Apprenti ceshipOpportuniti es for further professional study

WHAT WILL I NEED?5 GCSEs at A*-C (9-4) including English and MathsOr a Level 2 qualifi cati on at merit grade or above with tutor recommendati onEnglish and Maths at Level 2

WHAT DOES IT USUALLY LEAD TO?Further study, including an Apprenti ceshipIn some instances, employment

LEVEL 3 BTECS

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Prepare for employment, an Apprenti ceship and/or further study at university levelat university level

WHAT WILL I NEED?5 GCSEs at A*-C (9-4) including English and MathsOr a Level 2 BTEC at merit grade or above with tutor recommendati onEnglish and Maths at Level 2

WHAT DOES IT USUALLY LEAD TO?HNC/HND, Foundati on Degree, Honours Degree, employmentor an Apprenti ceship

LEVEL 3 A LEVELS

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Prepare for further study at university level or an Apprenti ceship

WHAT WILL I NEED?5 GCSEs at A*-C (9-4) in academic subjects inc. English and MathsFor some A Levels you will need specifi c gradesSeek early careers advice as to what combinati on of qualifi cati ons and subject grades you require for the career and university of your choice

WHAT DOES IT USUALLY LEAD TO?HNC/HND, Foundati on Degree, Honours Degree or an Apprenti ceship

LEVEL 4/5

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?Extend your skillsEnhance your career prospectsOpportuniti es to study with a validati ng university

WHAT WILL I NEED?A Level 3 qualifi cati on with a suffi cient pass/merit profi lePlus a Level 2 in Maths and EnglishTypical off er for applicants is 80-120 UCAS tariff points

WHAT DOES IT USUALLY LEAD TO?Higher level study, employment or an Apprenti ceship

CHOOSING THE RIGHT LEVELCHOOSING THE RIGHT LEVEL


WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP?An apprenti ceship is a real job with training which allows you to earn while you learn, plus gain a nati onally recognised qualifi cati on.

Apprenti ceships take between one and fi ve years to complete and are available in 1,500 occupati ons across 170 industries, varying from constructi on through to IT and the creati ve and digital sectors.

KEY BENEFITS OF DOING AN APPRENTICESHIP

You earn a wage

You'll receive training in the skills employers want

There are excellent progression opportuniti es, whether you are looking to study further or climb the ranks within the workplace

Apprenti ces have an increased future earning potenti al – you could enjoy marked salary increases when you complete your training, and those completi ng a higher apprenti ceship could see increased earnings of an esti mated £150,000 over a lifeti me*

Learning is delivered at a pace suited to you with the supportof a mentor

There are various levels of apprenti ceships you could apply for(from Level 2-7) depending on your current skills and qualifi cati ons.

*University educati on - Is this the best route into employment? AAT and CEBR Feb 2013

CAN ANYONE BECOME AN APPRENTICE? Apprenti ceships are available to anyone over the age of 16, living in the EU for the last 3 years. There are diff erent entry requirements depending on the sector and job.

APPLYING FOR AN APPRENTICESHIPDepending on your circumstances, there are three ways toget started:

1 If you already have an employer and you are ready to start an apprenti ceship, contact our Employment Service Team on02392 383 131 or email [email protected]

2 If you do not have an employer, view our list ofcurrent apprenti ceship vacancies and apply online atwww.highbury.ac.uk/appvacancies

3 If there are no suitable vacancies currently available, you can register with our Employment Services Team who will let you know when a potenti al match becomes available.

We strongly advise that you also apply for a full-ti me course in the subject you are interested in. This is to ensure that you have secured your place at College. You can start to work towards your qualifi cati on should an employer not be secured by September.Once an employer is secured, you will have the opportunity to transfer on to the Apprenti ceship.

“On my apprenti ceship I get to work with all kinds of vehicles including taxis, bin lorries, vans, trucks, lawn mowers and strimmers, basically anything with an engine! It’s great working with guys that have been in the industry for years, you can learn so much from them, without even realising it.”KATIE SHEPPARDLEVEL 3 AUTOMOTIVE APPRENTICE

Employer: Norse South East

FIND OUT MORECALL 02392 383 131EMAIL [email protected] www.highbury.ac.uk/apprenti ceships

We off er Apprenti ceships in a wide range of industry sectors. Here is a selecti on of programmes that are currently on off er at Highbury College:

ANIMAL CARE Animal Care

AUTOMOTIVE Motor Vehicle

Motor Cycle

BUSINESS, IT & MANAGEMENT

Accountancy (AAT)

Business Administration

Customer Service

Digital Marketing

IT Infrastructure & Networking

IT Applications

Leadership & Management

Project Management

CONSTRUCTION Alarms & Security

Brickwork

Carpentry & Joinery

Electrical

Painting & Decorating

Plumbing & Heating

Civil Engineering

Built Environment

Surveying

Plastering

Groundworks

Wall & Floor Tiling

Maintenance Operation

Wood Operations

CREATIVE & CULTURAL Floristry

Journalism

ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING

Fabrication & Welding

Manufacturing Engineering

Engineering Maintenance

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Electronic Engineering

Marine Engineering

HEALTH, CARE &EARLY YEARS

Childcare

Health & Social Care

Supporting Teaching & Learningin Schools

SCIENCE Pharmaceutical Science

Lab Technician

SERVICE INDUSTRIES Hair

Beauty

Hospitality & Catering

Professional Cookery

APPRENTICESHIPS

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMMES APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMMES


A Levels are a great way to get to university – and we off er a full range of courses, ranging A Levels are a great way to get to university – and we off er a full range of courses, ranging from the Sciences, Humaniti es such as Government & Politi cs, History and English, to Fine from the Sciences, Humaniti es such as Government & Politi cs, History and English, to Fine Art and Interior Design.

At Highbury College, you will work alongside students from all over the world aiming to go to both local UK universiti es such as Southampton and Portsmouth, leading nati onal universiti es suchas Oxford, Cambridge, Edinburgh and Durham, as well as leadingUS and European universiti es. Students can also move ontoHigher Apprenti ceships, for which the entry requirement is twoor more A Levels.

A Level classes have a high staff -student rati o, with small classes and a friendly and supporti ve academic atmosphere, delivered in state-of-the-art, modern classrooms.

Our careers advice is second-to-none. Whatever your goal is, we can help you get there.

THE 6TH FORM ACADEMY AT OUR HIGHBURY CAMPUS BOASTS:

A dedicated study area

Plenty of college PCs/Macs available all the ti me for as longas you like

Small class sizes to provide the best learning experience

Canvas, our Virtual Learning Environment, to support your learning from home

Study skills support, including essay writi ng, revision techniques and managing the UCAS process for university applicati ons

Additi onal access to mentors, counsellors and a full service student support team

STUDENTS ALSO BENEFIT FROM:Cultural events to learn about and celebrate the cultures of your fellow students

Trips to universiti es

Guest lecturers

Foreign trips to broaden horizons (fees apply)

A LEVELS WE OFFER INCLUDE:

BIOLOGY BUSINESS STUDIES CHEMISTRY ECONOMICS ENGLISH LANGUAGE &

LITERATURE FINE ART

FRENCH GEOGRAPHY GOVERNMENT & POLITICS HISTORY INTERIOR DESIGN (3D) LAW MATHS

MEDIA STUDIES PHOTOGRAPHY PHYSICS PSYCHOLOGY SOCIOLOGY SPANISH TEXTILES DESIGN

If you can't see your preferred subject in this list, don't panic!We accept applicati ons for ALL A Level subjects – just add them to your applicati on form.

“Even from my fi rst day, all the staff and students at Highbury were really welcoming. It feels so diff erent to school and you’re treated like an adult.I’ve learnt so much and I’ve developed my creati ve side massively.”MAISIE THOMPSON | A LEVEL ENGLISH, MEDIA AND PHOTOGRAPHY

THE 6TH FORM ACADEMYTHE 6TH FORM ACADEMY


“The staff have been amazing and so helpful!I have been off ered a place at fi ve universiti es and I have chosen to go to Winchester to study psychology & child development.”CHRISTIANNA KOMOLAFE | ACCESS TO HEALTH AND HUMAN SCIENCE

The Access to Higher Educati on Diploma is a Level 3 Diploma specifi cally designed for The Access to Higher Educati on Diploma is a Level 3 Diploma specifi cally designed for students aged 19+ to provide the foundati on knowledge and skills to prepare for a degreestudents aged 19+ to provide the foundati on knowledge and skills to prepare for a degreein higher educati on. Courses are taken over one academic year.

The qualifi cati on aims to do the following:

to provide progression opportuniti es to university for adults who, because of social, educati onal or individual circumstances, do not have the necessary qualifi cati ons;

to give students a general introducti on to the underpinning concepts, methods, and key areas of knowledge within the core disciplines taken, and off er a sti mulati ng framework within which they can broaden their intellectual outlook and make connecti ons between subject areas;

to help students to become independent and self-directed;

to establish a positi ve and supporti ve learning environment within which students can build their confi dence through successful studying and the sharing of experience.

THE ACCESS DIPLOMA OFFERS A RANGE OF PATHWAYS THAT COULD LEAD TOA DEGREE OF YOUR CHOOSING:

ACCESS TO HEALTH & HUMAN SCIENCESNursing, Midwifery, Social Work, Paramedics, Occupati onal Therapy, Physiotherapy, Radiotherapy, Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Podiatry

ACCESS TO ENGINEERINGEngineering – Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Marine, Constructi on, Soft ware, Maths, Architecture, Physics, Computi ng

ACCESS TO PHARMACY & BIOMEDICAL SCIENCESPharmacy, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuti cal Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Dental Hygiene & Therapy, Nutriti on & Dieteti cs

ACCESS TO BUSINESS STUDIESBusiness, Law, Accounti ng, Marketi ng, Politi cs,Human Resources, Economics

ACCESS TO HUMANITIES *NEW FOR 2018*Psychology, Sociology, History, Law, Journalism, Politi cs, History

Students from Highbury’s Access to Higher Educati on courses have progressed to universiti es both locally and throughout the country. They include Bournemouth, Bristol, Brighton, Cambridge, Cardiff , Chichester, Durham, Exeter, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Portsmouth, Southampton, Sussex, Warwick, Winchester and York.

To apply, all you need is one GCSE grade C (4) or above in either English or Maths.

ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATIONACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION

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At University Centre Highbury College (UCHC) our courses are career-focused, high quality, At University Centre Highbury College (UCHC) our courses are career-focused, high quality, local and aff ordable. Opti ons include full-ti me Foundati on Degrees, HNCs and HNDs, Higher local and aff ordable. Opti ons include full-ti me Foundati on Degrees, HNCs and HNDs, Higher Level Apprenti ceships, part-ti me professional qualifi cati ons, teacher training and an award-Level Apprenti ceships, part-ti me professional qualifi cati ons, teacher training and an award-winning fast-track journalism diploma accredited by the NCTJ.

We have a partnership with the University of Portsmouth, which validates our Foundati on Degrees, and we work closely with businesses and industry to ensure our courses equip you with the core skills valued by employers.

Our strong focus on employability and work-related learning, and our highly experienced lecturers mean that you will benefi t from high academic standards, excellent teaching and a fi rst-class learning experience that will help you in your chosen career. All our courses have been developed in collaborati on with employers to ensurethat you gain the skills you need to succeed. Our Foundati onDegree courses include substanti al work placements, providingyou with many opportuniti es to develop your employability skillsand career prospects.

Our students tell us ti me and ti me again how much they valuethe small class sizes, one-to-one support from their tutors, and the informal, supporti ve learning environment here at UCHC.

The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) conducted their most recent review of our university level provision and Highbury College met expectati ons in all four areas:

'The maintenance of the threshold academic standards of awards off ered on behalf of degree-awarding bodies and/or other awarding organisati ons meets UK expectati ons.'

'The quality of student learning opportuniti es at the provider meets UK expectati ons.'

'The quality of the informati on produced by the provider about its provision meets UK expectati ons.'

'The enhancement of student learning opportuniti es at the provider meets UK expectati ons.'

FOUNDATION DEGREESFoundati on Degrees are undergraduate level qualifi cati ons which combine academic and work-based learning for people who want to retrain or boost their career prospects. Full-ti me, they’re developed with employers to give you the knowledge and skills needed to enhance your employment prospects. They are equivalent to the fi rst two years of an Honours Degree and can be taken as a stand-alone qualifi cati on or you can ‘top up’ to the fi nal year of an Honours Degree. You can study the following Foundati on Degrees validated by the University of Portsmouth:

TRAVEL & TOURISM MANAGEMENT COMPUTING COMPUTING (WEB DESIGN) COMPUTING (NETWORKING)

HNCS AND HNDSHigher Nati onal Certi fi cates (HNCs) and Higher Nati onal Diplomas (HNDs) are studied part-ti me, making them ideal for anyone who is unable to att end a full-ti me course. You could be in work and looking to increase your skills and career prospects or looking to retrain. Highly valued by employers, they can oft en lead directly to employment. The HNC Diploma can be ‘topped up’ to an HND Diploma, which can lead to the third year of a Honours Degree.

HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPSHigher Level Apprenti ceships have been developed to provide a new route for people to earn and learn across a broad range of industries. And at Level 4/5 it’s possible to top up to a degree in some sectors. You could be looking to change your career or increase your skills – and there’s no age limit.

The programmes we off er include:

LEVEL 4 ADVANCED MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

LEVEL 4 IT, SOFTWARE, WEB AND TELECOMS PROFESSIONALS

LEVEL 4 ACCOUNTING LEVEL 5 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONSProfessional qualifi cati ons are a great way to further your career within your chosen industry or retrain in a new area to current industry standards. They are for people of all ages looking to up-skill in their chosen profession or move into a new vocati on. We off er professional qualifi cati ons in areas including:

ACCOUNTING AUTOMOTIVE BUILT ENVIRONMENT COMPUTING HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE HOSPITALITY LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT HUMAN RESOURCES JOURNALISM TEACHER TRAINING

“I have always enjoyed working in hotels and would like to work in a management role. The course teaches us a lot of the skills needed including,event management, marketi ng theories and revenue management. My work placement at Solent Forts has also helped me gain management experience.”

JAVGENIJ SULGA | FORMER HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT STUDENT

HOW DO I APPLY?

FOUNDATION DEGREES

Applicati ons for our Foundati on Degrees are made via the College website. If you have any questi ons then please give us a call and we will be happy to help.

HNCs, HNDs AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Online – complete an online applicati on form. You can dothis by visiti ng www.highbury.ac.uk, fi nding the course youare interested in and clicking the ‘Apply’ butt on.

By post – contact us to request a paper applicati on form by calling 02392 383 131, or emailing [email protected] you’ve received the applicati on form, just fi ll it out and post it back to us free of charge.

HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIPS

Contact us to discuss your Higher Level Apprenti ceship opportuniti es.

Please email [email protected] orphone us on 02392 383 131 and ask for the Highbury Employment Service.

HIGHER EDUCATIONHIGHER EDUCATION


“For me, the strength of the college lies with the classes which are kept small and taught by very profi cient teachers who are always willing to help the students. A big group of internati onal students are present at the college which makes the learning environment amazing. Highbury also has great faciliti es and is open in the evenings.”SILVIA COSTA | STUDYING A LEVEL BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, MATHS AND PHYSICS

Highbury College has been welcoming internati onal visitors for over 25 years. In one year Highbury College has been welcoming internati onal visitors for over 25 years. In one year alone, our students came from 88 countries, covering six of the seven conti nents.alone, our students came from 88 countries, covering six of the seven conti nents.

We off er our Internati onal Students a wide range of qualifi cati ons that are valued all over the world. The staff at Highbury College make regular We off er our Internati onal Students a wide range of qualifi cati ons that are valued all over the world. The staff at Highbury College make regular trips all over the globe to meet with young people and help them understand the opportuniti es that we off er. We are committ ed to providing all the support you need in every step of your journey with us, from fi rst enquiries to graduati on and beyond.

WHY HIGHBURY COLLEGE PORTSMOUTH?

Highbury College is one of the few colleges in the UK to achieve the Associati on of Colleges Internati onal Charter Mark.

This means that we are recognised as being a College that is highly involved in internati onal acti viti es. Our staff , work with the local community and equip our students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in a fast-changing global environment.

Our English Language courses are accredited by the Briti sh Council, refl ecti ng the high quality we provide. Our direct entry programme – Pre-sessional courses – is accredited by our partner universiti es and colleges in the UK.

We are members of the TVET UK partnership of technical and vocati onal educati on suppliers. These organisati ons work together to provide a high standard of service for internati onal clients, including ministries, public/private sector and employers.

We are a Tier 4 sponsor licensed by UK Visa & Immigrati on.

If you require a visa to study with us, we are able to issuevisa documentati on to help you apply for a Tier 4 Visa orShort-Term Study Visa if you are over 16 years old, have metour entry requirements and are eligible for the visa type youare applying for.

WHERE TO STAY?As an internati onal student you will have the choice of accommodati on as shown below:

Staying in our on-site halls of residence, which include en-suite bedrooms, communal kitchens, living areas and access to Wi-Fi.

With a carefully selected and vett ed host family for half board accommodati on, which includes breakfast and dinner during the week and a light lunch over the weekend.

Staying with a host family will allow you to further practi se your English and also learn about Briti sh culture. If you choose to stay in our halls, you will learn to become more independent and benefi t from opportuniti es to socialise with other students.

WHAT TO DO?Our Internati onal Department has also designed a social and cultural calendar allowing you to explore more of the UK safely, with our fully trained members of staff . The social programme will enable you to meet and make friends with other internati onal students who are in the same positi on as yourself, allowing you to discuss and share experiences with each other, in a fun safe environment.

We are committ ed to the welfare of our internati onal students.Our staff will be happy to help and support you with any issues you have during you stay in the UK, whether it be registering with a local have during you stay in the UK, whether it be registering with a local bank or buying a bus pass – we are here to help you!

PROGRAMMES INCLUDE:

FOUNDATION DEGREES INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION A LEVELS

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMMES INCLUDE

IELTS PREPARATION INTENSIVE GENERAL ENGLISH PRE-SESSIONAL COURSE

HIGHBURY INTERNATIONALHIGHBURY INTERNATIONAL


FIND THERIGHT COURSEFOR YOU In the following pages, you’ll fi nd details of our many and variedfull-ti me courses. We provide as much informati on as we can but if you’re sti ll unsure, just give us a call on 02392 383 131 and speak toa member of our Admissions Team, who will be happy to help.

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“I really enjoy the biology aspect of the course and fi nd it really interesti ng. I already have a full-ti me job lined up for when I fi nish college, which I am really excited about.”ASHLEIGH BURTON | LEVEL 3 ANIMAL MANAGEMENT STUDENT

Are you looking to develop the skills and knowledge you need to work with animals?

Highbury’s fabulous faciliti es at the Northarbour campus andregular visits to Staunton Country Park, the RSPCA, Titchfi eld Haven, Marwell Zoo and other animal specialists will give you plenty of opportunity for hands-on experiences, including working with farm animals, small mammals, repti les, birds, fi sh and more.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE? We off er practi cal animal care courses from Level 1 to Level 3.Our qualifi cati ons are accredited by the Nati onal Profi ciency Tests Council (NPTC), one of the most widely recognised training schemes for land-based studies.

WHAT WILL I LEARN? You will learn about animal management, including animal health checks from cows to harvest mice, how to create suitable enclosures and how to maintain a working farm environment. In additi on, all our courses teach you about:

Animal welfare

Handling and restraint methods

Working in animal care environments

Animal science and nutrition

Health and safety

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME? You’ll get hands-on experience at our Northarbour Centre and Staunton Country Park and Farm, with dedicated faciliti es fortheory-based learning too. You will be taught by experienced veterinary nurses and large animal specialists. The Animal House, located at our Northarbour Centre houses a large range of small mammals, repti les, amphibians and invertebrates. Throughout the year, you will also benefi t from a wide range of specialist visitors including dog handlers and falconers.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE? As well as enjoying a range of practi cal and theory-based tasks on your course, you will also benefi t from visits to zoos and wildlife centres, and may even have a chance to work with animals in Africa. There will also be opportuniti es to att end specialist talks to further enhance your knowledge.

All students are required to undertake weekly work experience as well as working at our Northarbour Centre and Staunton Country Park. Work experience is tailored to individual career aspirati ons.

As part of the course, students will need to purchase the required personal protecti ve equipment, this will include overalls, t-shirt, canvas trousers, sweatshirt, metal toe protecti ve boots and text books, as well as the necessary stati onary. Details and order forms are available from the College.

LEVEL 1

DIPLOMA IN ANIMAL CAREDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 2

DIPLOMA IN ANIMAL CARE Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN ANIMAL MANAGEMENT Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA INANIMAL MANAGEMENT

Durati on 1 year (top-up from Diploma)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSSee page 17 for all entry requirements.

WHAT NEXT?Students who complete our Level 3 Diploma could move on to a Honours Degree, a Foundati on Degree or enter the workplace.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 2 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement to enter the workplace inthis sector.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESThere are many career opportuniti es for people with qualifi cati ons in animal care or animal management. Opti ons include: zoo keeping, veterinary surgeon, veterinary nurse/ assistant, kennel technician, dog groomer, pet shop/retail or equine management pathways.

You could also work at animal rescue centres and animal sanctuaries or as an animal welfare assistant for a charity such as the Blue Cross or the RSPCA. Senior vets can earn £50,000+, qualifi ed and experienced animal technicians could earn up to £35,000 and animal care workers can earn from £11,000 to more than £15,000.

ANIMAL CAREANIMAL CARE

ANIMAL CARE PROGRAMMES

APPRENTICESHIPSALSO AVAILABLE IN THIS AREA

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“I really enjoy the graphic design side of the course. I’ve always been interested in illustrati on and this course is teaching me the skills I will need for a career in design.”HEAVENS TOHOU | LEVEL 3 UAL DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGN

Working in an inspiring and creati ve environment, you will learn to express yourself visually and develop skills that can lead on to an exciti ng career or further study at university.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?We off er creati ve, hands-on practi cal programmes up to Level 3, so whatever stage you are currently working at you can expect to gain the skills and experti se you need to succeed.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?You will be working in purpose-built studios, across a varied rangeof briefs including design and enterprise, live projects for clientsand self-directed ones. You will also have the opportunity of creati ng work for our excellent annual art exhibiti on which is open tothe public.

We have the faciliti es for you to learn and develop skills across a wide range of techniques and processes, including drawing and painti ng, printmaking, texti les, sculpture, 3D design and digital media.

You will be encouraged to develop creati ve and independent thinking skills and learn aspects of art history and theory that are relevant to your level of study. You will also gain employability and enterprise skills. On all Level 1 and 2 programmes you will improve your Maths and English and will work towards additi onal qualifi cati ons in these.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Our purpose built art and design studios include specialist workshop areas for texti les, printmaking, and 3D design alongside a photographic darkroom. The art studios have Mac computers with the latest creati ve suite of Adobe soft ware including Photoshop, Illustrator and In Design.

You will be taught by practi cing arti sts and designers with highlevels of industry and educati onal experience. Students also getthe opportunity of working with visiti ng arti sts and designers.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?We regularly visit galleries and exhibiti ons in London and across the south coast. Our Level 3 students work closely with Aspex, Portsmouth’s leading contemporary art gallery who deliver partof the qualifi cati on.

Our students regularly get to work on live projects; last year our level 3 students designed sets for the Royal Opera House Design Challenge, they created book covers for an author and designed and completed a graphic design project for the Premier Inn in Southsea. Our level 2 students were commissioned to create a series of colourful painti ngs for the Queen Alexander Hospital.

LEVEL 1

UAL DIPLOMA IN ART, DESIGN & MEDIADurati on 1 year

LEVEL 2

UAL DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGNDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

UAL DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGNDurati on 1 year

UAL EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGNDurati on 1 year (top-up from Diploma)


WHAT NEXT?Students who complete a Level 3 Diploma could move on to an Honours Degree, Foundati on Degree, Foundati on Diploma or enter the workplace.


CAREER OPPORTUNITIESThe creati ve industries are one of Britain’s fastest growing sectors and off er a huge range of exciti ng opportuniti es. There are many possible career paths within the arts, including working in graphics, illustrati on, adverti sing, visual arts, publishing, interior design, product design, animati on and web design. The majority of our recent graduates have progressed onto University to study a range of courses including Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustrati on, Interior Design, Architecture, Photography, Fashion Accessory Design and Animati on.

ART & DESIGNART & DESIGN

ART & DESIGN PROGRAMMES

A LEVELSALSO AVAILABLE IN THIS AREA

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“I started at Highbury on a Level 1 course nearly four years ago. Highbury has supported me all the way through and helped me fi nd the apprenti ceship I am doing now. I love working day-in, day-out with cars and I am getti ng so much more practi cal experience

– it’s great.”DAWDA KURUBALLY | LEVEL 3 APPRENTICESHIP IN AUTOMOTIVE FOR PETS

DID YOU KNOW?

We regularly have evening talks from industry experts, which are free to students and professionals.

For more details follow @HighburyAuto on Twitt er.

ENTRY LEVEL

IMI ENTRY AWARD/CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA FOR THE MOTOR VEHICLE INDUSTRY AND VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY

Pathways include: Cars, Motorcycles or BicyclesDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 1

DIPLOMA IN TRANSPORT MAINTENANCEPathways include: Cars, Motorcycles or Bicycles

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 2

IMI/EAL CERTIFICATE IN CYCLE MAINTENANCE (in partnership with Gosport Bike Recycling)

IMI DIPLOMA IN LIGHT VEHICLE MAINTENANCE & REPAIR PRINCIPLES

IMI DIPLOMA IN MOTORCYCLE MAINTENANCE & REPAIR PRINCIPLES

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

IMI DIPLOMA IN LIGHT VEHICLE MAINTENANCE & REPAIR PRINCIPLES**

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 4

AUTOMOTIVE STUDIES FOR MASTER TECHNICIANS (EVENING PROGRAMME)

(For this you must be employed in the trade andhold a full Level 3 automoti ve qualifi cati on)

Durati on 1 year


WHAT NEXT?Upon completi on of a Level 3 or Level 4 Master Technician qualifi cati on, you could work towards an HNC/D in Automoti ve Engineering or MOT tester’s qualifi cati on: IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testi ng 1.2 and 4, 7 and IMI Level 3 Award in MOT Centre Management.

** We are delighted to announce that this qualifi cati on has been approved on the DfE 2017 performance tables and allocatedUCAS points.

Completi ng the IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenanceand Repair Principles (QCF) is worth 48 points.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 2 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement. With suffi cient experience, you could eventually achieve the IMI Level 4 Certi fi cate in Advanced Automoti ve Studies for Master Technicians, which is a university level qualifi cati on (normally completed as a part-ti me programme), or take the MOT tester’s qualifi cati on (IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testi ng 1.2 and 4, 7 and IMI Level 3 Award in MOT Centre Management).To take the higher-level qualifi cati on, four years’ experience in a garage/workshop is required. Studying at Automoti ve at Highbury gives you enough garage/workshop experience to count towardthis requirement.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESManufacturing, motorsport, railways, design, parts, or the marine and engineering sectors, not to menti on the hundreds of garages, MOT testers, dealerships and maintenance depots in Hampshire and beyond, that need well-trained mechanics and engineers. Experienced technicians can earn over £26,000 a year (and more with bonuses). Wages in the automoti ve industries start at around £15,000, rising to about £24,000 – upper limit around £100,000.

Do you love cars and bikes? Our automoti ve programmes are perfect if you enjoy being hands-on in our light, bright, state-of-the-art workshop and are interested in learning howto maintain and repair motor vehicles, motorbikes or bicycles.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Our full-ti me programmes run up to Level 3. Newcomers will learn what it’s like to work in the industry, while those with experience will benefi t from advanced study to develop their skills.

All our programmes have been developed with the Insti tute of the Motor Industry (IMI) and EMTA Awards Limited (EAL), to help you gain the right skills and qualifi cati ons needed for employment. Student membership of the IMI is available and on successful completi on of our Level 3 programme you’ll be able to apply for full membership of the Insti tuti on of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE),the IMI (MIMI) or the MOT tester programme*.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?Mechanical repairs and diagnosti cs, vehicle constructi on, component faults, gears and brakes, and basic electrical and electronics systems. All our automoti ve programmes teach you about engines, the use of tools, workshop safety, customer service and job opportuniti es.

On the Entry to Level 3 programme, you will improve your Maths, English and IT skills and will work towards additi onal qualifi cati ons in these if required. You will also learn employability and enterprise skills.

*subject to conditi ons.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?In our modern garage workshops, developing your skills by working on a range of vehicles. Experienced tutors will teach you through a mix of individual assignments and group acti viti es.The push-bike programme is in partnership with Gosport Bike Recycling (in Gosport).

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Trips to fi nd out about diff erent aspects of the industry and the many roles open to you. We also encourage you to enter competi ti ons, such as UK Autoskills or WorldSkills. There are also internal competi ti ons. Automoti ve students are also required to complete up to 40 hours of work experience in the workshop/garage throughout the Academic year. This will support the student in gaining valuable employability skills.

AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMOTIVE (INCLUDING MOTORCYCLES & BICYCLES)(INCLUDING MOTORCYCLES & BICYCLES) AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAMMES


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“We study a broad range of subjects in Business butI parti cularly enjoy learning about business ethics.My teachers are really fun and are always there to help me if I need it.”ETHAN RALEIGH | LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS

Whether you’re looking to start your own business or launch a career in management, marketi ng or fi nancial services, Highbury College can help you achieve your goals.Our career-focused courses have been designed in partnership with employers and giveyou the choice of progressing to further study or work.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?We off er programmes from Level 2 through to a Level 4 HNC. Whatever programme you take, you’ll work towards qualifi cati ons that are respected worldwide. Our programmes incorporate qualifi cati ons that are recognised by:

Association of Project Management (APM)

Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)

Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD)

WHAT WILL I LEARN?We off er the full range of business programmes, including Accounti ng, Administrati on, Human Resources, Leadership& Management, Project Management and Marketi ng.All teach an understanding of the business world, enterpriseand entrepreneurship, and creati ve problem solving. You’ll also pursue employability and enterprise skills.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Faciliti es at Highbury include free Wi-Fi, a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), digitally enabled classrooms and a library with a dedicated area for business, as well as a fully fl exible digital SOLE (Self Organised Learning Environment) area. Our teachers have extensive commercial experience. We maintain close links with universiti es, industry and professional bodies to give you a broad understanding of the skills and knowledge required to succeed in this exciti ng sector.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Alongside their courses, business students at Highbury are encouraged to use their skills to make a contributi on to the local community, taking on projects for local organisati ons.

You will also have the opportunity to go on trips, enter competi ti ons, such as WorldSkills, volunteer for events such as the Victorious Festi val, as well as the opportunity to att end master classes led by industry professionals.

LEVEL 2

BTEC FIRST AWARD IN BUSINESSDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS BTEC DIPLOMA IN ENTERPRISE &

ENTREPRENEURSHIP BTEC DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING BTEC DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCES BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN MARKETING

Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN

ENTERPRISE & ENTREPRENEURSHIP BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN

HUMAN RESOURCES BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN MARKETING


CMI LEVEL 3 IN FIRST LINE MANAGEMENTDurati on 1 year/2 years

LEVEL 4/5

BTEC HNC DIPLOMA IN BUSINESSDurati on 2 years (Part-ti me) or 1 year (Full-ti me)

CMI LEVEL 4 IN MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP Durati on 2 years

You can also study additi onal specialist qualifi cati ons alongside your full-ti me course (SAGE, AAT, CMI, CIPD, CMI, A Levels).



CAREER OPPORTUNITIESA good understanding of the business world will make you highly employable in the South East’s vibrant retail and commercial sector, including fi nance/business administrati on, retail, customer care, marketi ng, e-commerce, fi nancial advice and accountancy, merchandising or stock control, the public sector or for a charity.You could even start your own business.

BUSINESS BUSINESS THE BUSINESS SCHOOLTHE BUSINESS SCHOOL

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“I’m incredibly proud of Clare and what she has achieved. She is an amazingly talented chef.”

–Gordon RamsayCLARE SMYTH MBE | FORMER CATERING STUDENTNOW: HEAD CHEF FOR GORDON RAMSAY’S MICHELIN STARRED RESTAURANT

Catering is one of the most diverse and vibrant industries in the UK and Highbury has a fantasti c reputati on within the industry.

Graduates of the Catering courses are in high demand by employers. Our courses will give you all the skills you need to open up a world of possibiliti es for a successful career.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Highbury off ers a range of courses from Food Preparati on at Level 1 through to the Advanced Professionally Cookery Diploma at Level 3, while those wanti ng to specialise in Food and Beverage Service can study this at Levels 2 and 3.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?You will learn about all aspects of practi cal catering, from basic cookery through to menu planning, customer service and presentati on skills. Students at Level 3 will develop advanced craft , supervision and leadership skills. All our courses teach you about food producti on and service, the principles of healthy eati ng and nutriti on, health and safety, day-to-day operati ons in running a hospitality outlet, and job opportuniti es in the sector.

On all courses you will improve your Maths, English and IT skills, and will gain additi onal qualifi cati ons in these if necessary. You will also gain employability and enterprise skills.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You will be taught by highly qualifi ed staff and will gain hands-on experience in professional training faciliti es, based at our City of Portsmouth Centre. Our learning environment includes two commercial kitchens, a pastry kitchen, larder kitchen and specialised training kitchens. You will also develop your skills in our internati onal kitchen, complete with wok stati on, tandoori oven and pasta stati on.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?The College’s commercial restaurant provides opportuniti es for real work experience and insti lls the business awareness to succeed.We have strong links with industry and can off er graduate studentsa guaranteed interview with Compass Nati onal Food service,and/or help you set up your own business. You will also gain business experience through hosti ng your own event, which includes planning the menu, recruiti ng staff and marketi ng. In additi on, students can showcase their skills at College events and enter local and nati onal competi ti ons, including WorldSkills and the Wessex Salon Culinaire.

ENTRY LEVEL/LEVEL 1

CITY & GUILDS NVQ IN FOOD PREPARATION Durati on: 1 year

LEVEL 2

CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL AWARD IN FOOD PREPARATION AND SERVICE

CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN PROFESSIONAL COOKERY

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

CITY & GUILDS ADVANCED TECHNICAL DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL COOKERY, KITCHEN, LARDER & PASTRY

Durati on 1 year


WHAT NEXT?Students will have the opportunity to move onto an Apprenti ceship at Level 4 as a higher nati onal diploma.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 2 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement to enter the workplace in this sector. We recommend that 16 year olds starti ng at Level 2 complete a 2 year programme and graduate with a Level 3.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESYou could start as a Commis chef (preparati on chef) or a supervisor in a restaurant for up to £20,000. Head chefs can earn up to £50,000. A head chef working in a top city hotel may earn up to £100,000. Restaurant and Front of House Managers can earn up to £40,000a year.

CATERING PROGRAMMES

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WHY COMPUTING AND WHY HIGHBURY?With four medal winners in Web Design and Networking in the largest Computi ng Nati onal Competi ti on: WorldSkills, the Computi ng Department is an excellent place to come and study.

We love animati on, digital graphics, coding and networking.All our students benefi t from free access to our cutti ng edge online learning environment.

Our qualifi cati ons blend hands-on, practi cal learning with theory.The combinati on of academic and professional skills you developwill enable you to move on to further study or employment.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Opti ons range from Level 2 through to Level 5 Foundati on Degree pathways: Computi ng; Computi ng (Networking); and Computi ng (Web Design). So, no matt er what stage you’re currently at, youcan expect to gain the skills and confi dence you need to succeedat any level. Highbury is a CISCO Networking Academy and a Microsoft IT Academy, as well as a CompTIA academic partner. Academy status ensures the professional qualifi cati ons you gainare recognised worldwide.

In additi on to your main qualifi cati ons, you will have the opportunity to study towards an industry recognised qualifi cati on in Cyber Security.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?Opti ons include soft ware development and design, website development, computer networking, computer hardware, cyber security, computer games and animati on. All our programmes teach analyti cal reasoning and creati ve problem solving, an understanding of the sector and job opportuniti es.

On Level 2 courses you will improve your Maths and English skills and could gain additi onal qualifi cati ons in these. You’ll also be taught employability and enterprise skills.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Computi ng is based at Highbury Campus. Faciliti es include computer hardware suites, a soft ware suite, a Cisco Academy networking suite and a Linux development suite including Raspberry Pi. You’ll also have access to the latest PCs, specialist soft ware, free Wi-Fi and a virtual learning environment for 24/7 learning. Highbury’s computi ng team are highly qualifi ed and have a wealth of experience in a wide range of specialist fi elds including computer networking, soft ware development, web design, multi -media and systems support. Student success rates are among the highest in the country.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Computi ng & IT students at Highbury are encouraged to use their skills to make a contributi on to the local community, taking on live projects for local organisati ons.

During your course you’ll have the opportunity to go on trips and enter competi ti ons such as WorldSkills.

LEVEL 2

IT PRE-APPRENTICESHIP - FAST TRACKDurati on 15 weeks

OCR CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING:SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING:COMPUTER NETWORKING & SYSTEMS SUPPORT

Durati on 1 year

EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING: SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING: COMPUTER NETWORKING & SYSTEMS SUPPORT


LEVEL 4/5

PEARSON BTEC HNC IN COMPUTING PEARSON BTEC HND IN COMPUTING

Durati on 1 year

FOUNDATION DEGREE COMPUTING FOUNDATION DEGREE COMPUTING:

WEB DESIGN FOUNDATION DEGREE COMPUTING:

NETWORKINGDurati on 2 years


WHAT NEXT?Our Foundati on Degrees are validated by the University of Portsmouth and can be topped up to a full Honours Degreeaft er completi on.


CAREER OPPORTUNITIESPortsmouth is home to IBM, Vosper Thornycroft , Lockheed Marti n and BAE Systems, and any major employer will have a need for individuals with computi ng and IT experti se. Job opportuniti es include IT support, soft ware development, database and network management, web design and systems analysis.

Starti ng salaries for graduates are about £21,000-£25,000 andcould be higher.

“Highbury College stood out to me because of the resources. We’ve covered all sorts of areas, including soft ware, web design, networking, security and hardware. We get lots of work experience on real live projects and the lecturers are really supporti ve.”CHRISTOPHER TAYLOR | FORMER COMPUTING STUDENT AND

WORLDSKILLS MEDALLIST

KEEP IN TOUCH

Get a taste of our Computi ng department and see what our current students are up to.

Follow us on Facebook @HighburyComputi ng

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“Aft er studying for my A levels I realised I wanted to do something more hands on. Our tutor is very knowledgeable and if I need help or have any questi ons he’s always there for us.”CALEB LATHAM | LEVEL 2 WALL & FLOOR TILING

Highbury College is one of the top providers of constructi on educati on and training in the country. We off er fl exible, hands-on programmes that develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this exciti ng and expanding sector.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?From Level 1 Certi fi cates to Level 3 Diplomas and Apprenti ceships, our programmes cover everything you need to know about the industry, including brickwork, carpentry, plastering, painti ng & decorati ng and wall & fl oor ti ling. Our qualifi ca tions have been developed by the top awarding bodies, including City & Guilds, BPEC and EAL, the Sector Skills Council and Industry Training Board forthe industry.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?We off er the full range of constructi on skills, but all our programmes teach you about skills and experti se in your chosen discipline, an understanding of constructi on & the built environment, health & safety and also provide informati on about job opportuniti es.

On all Level 1 and Level 2 programmes, you will improve your Maths, English and IT skills and could gain additi onal qualifi cati ons in these. You will also work towards gaining employability, enterprise skills and those students on full-ti me courses will complete a work placement.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Highbury Northarbour Centre is one of the largest faciliti es of its kind in the South East, with industry standard workshops, realisti c working environments and a specialist constructi on library. All training faciliti es have been endorsed by our employers and the top awarding bodies. Practi cal sessions will take place at our Northarbour centre and theory sessions will take place at Highbury Campus.

The College employs teachers and assessors who have all worked in the industry and have also achieved their teacher/training/assessors qualifi cati on. We pride ourselves on employing the best staff members in the industry.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Alongside their programmes, Constructi on students at Highbury are encouraged to use their skills to make a contributi on to the local community. For example, students have recently built a bandstand at Merchistoun Hall, home of Horndean Community Centre, gaining valuable on-site experience.

Constructi on students are also required to complete at least 30 hours of work experience throughout the Academic year. This will support you in gaining valuable employability skills.

LEVEL 1

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN BRICKWORK CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN

CARPENTRY & JOINERY CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS (GROUNDWORKS)

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA INPAINTING & DECORATING

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN PLASTERING CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN

WALL & FLOOR TILING MULTI CRAFT -

BASIC SKILLS IN CONSTRUCTIONDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 2

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN BRICKWORK CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN

CARPENTRY & JOINERY CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS (GROUNDWORKS)

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA INPAINTING & DECORATING

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN PLASTERING CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN

WALL & FLOOR TILINGDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT: BUILT, CIVIL AND SURVEYING

Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT: BUILT, CIVIL AND SURVEYING


In most trade areas, students will need to achieve Level 1 before progressing to the Level 2 Diploma unless prior experience canbe proven.


WHAT NEXT?Students who complete a Level 1 and a Level 2 could progress to an Apprenti ceship, Level 3 qualifi cati on or enter the workplace and enhance their skills through a range of professional qualifi cati ons.


CAREER OPPORTUNITIESThe constructi on industry is constantly changing, with new building techniques being introduced all the ti me. The industry needs well qualifi ed and skilled people at all levels in a wide variety of disciplines including: bricklaying, carpentry, decorati ng, plastering and ti ling.

Progression through higher educati on could lead to these professions: architect, building, land or quanti ty surveyor, civil or structural engineer and project/site manager. Senior quanti ty surveyors can earn upwards of £45,000 and constructi on managers around £39,000, while project managers could earn £19.50 an hour, foremen £14 an hour, and carpenters & bricklayers £15 an hour.

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Highbury College is one of the top providers of electrical and plumbing training in the country. We off er fl exible, hands-on programmes that develop the skills and knowledgeyou need to succeed in this exciti ng and expanding sector.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Highbury off ers Level 1 Certi fi cates through to Level 3 Diplomas and Apprenti ceships. Our programmes cover everything you need to know about the electrical and plumbing industry. Our qualifi cati ons have been developed by the top awarding bodies, including City & Guilds, BPEC and EAL, the Sector Skills Council and the Industry Training Board for the constructi on industry.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?Our programmes will teach you the skills and experti se needed for the electrical and plumbing sector, an understanding of constructi on & the built environment, health & safety and also provide informati on about job opportuniti es.

On all Level 1 and Level 2 programmes, you will improve your Maths, English and IT skills and could gain additi onal qualifi cati ons in these. You will also work towards gaining employability, enterprise skills and those students on full-ti me courses will complete a work placement.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Highbury Northarbour Centre is one of the largest faciliti es of its kind in the South East, with industry standard workshops and realisti c working environments.

Highbury Northarbour Centre stands out from other training providers as it is equipped to deliver courses with ‘live systems’in sustainable technologies including Rainwater Harvesti ng, Greywater recycling Solar Thermal and P.V. In additi on there are faciliti es to deliver Unvented/Vented Hot Water, Water Regulati ons, Renewable Energy Awareness, Disinfecti on of Water Systems and Risk Assessments.

The College employs teachers and assessors who have all worked in the industry and have also achieved their teacher/training/assessors qualifi cati on. We pride ourselves on employing the best staff members from industry.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Alongside their programmes, students at Highbury are encouraged to use their skills to make a contributi on to the local community. For example, students have recently been installing energy saving equipment in a residenti al home for people with auti sm.

Electrical and plumbing students are also required to complete at least 30 hours of work experience throughout the Academic year. This will support the student in gaining valuable employability skills.

LEVEL 1:

BPEC DIPLOMA IN PLUMBING FOUNDATIONDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 2

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS: BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES

(Please note, this is a progression pathway to Level 3)

BPEC DIPLOMA IN PLUMBING FOUNDATIONDurati on 1 year

Students will need to achieve Level 1 before progressing to theLevel 2 Diploma unless prior experience can be proven.

LEVEL 3

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS: BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES

DIPLOMA IN PLUMBING STUDIES & DOMESTIC HEATING

Durati on 1 year


WHAT NEXT?Students who complete a Level 1 and a Level 2 could progress to an Apprenti ceship. Students who complete a Level 3 qualifi cati on could move on to an HNC Diploma, Foundati on Degree, Honours Degree or enter the workplace and enhance their skills through a range of professional qualifi cati ons.


CAREER OPPORTUNITIESA career as an Electrician or Plumber is generally a well paid career and the average salary nati onwide is approximately £30,000 per annum. Employers will expect you to be self-moti vated and have excellent customer service skills. You’ll also be expected to work confi dently unsupervised, have an apti tude for problem solving and maintain high standards of workmanship. Good English and maths is essenti al in the industry.

ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE, DANIEL HOWARD, AT THE REGIONAL HEATS OF SPARKS MAGAZINE ‘APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR’ COMPETITION

ELECTRICAL &PLUMBING PROGRAMMES

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“Highbury gave me a large amount of practi cal experience. This was mainly down to the faciliti es, like the TV studio, editi ng suite and camera equipment. It was also down to the lecturers and staff members as many sti ll work in the industry. Having them pass on their skills and knowledge to me fi rst hand was an honour!”FAITH CHESLEY | FORMER CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION STUDENTNOW A PRODUCTION SPECIALIST FOR ITV NEWS ANGLIA

Training in digital media can be your passport to an exciti ng and varied career.Every year, dozens of Highbury graduates go on to work in the media or progress tofurther study at university.

Former Highbury students are found everywhere in the industry - from the BBC to Global Media, ITV News, to Sky and beyond. Aft er you complete your programme at Highbury, employers will know you’re highly trained, moti vated and prepared for the workplace.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Highbury off ers exciti ng and creati ve full-ti me Digital Media programmes at Level 2 and Level 3. Our qualifi cati ons take a practi cal and fun approach to learning, without sacrifi cing any of the essenti al theory you need to proceed to work or further study. We emphasise the need to be able to think and work creati vely on your own and in a team.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?At Highbury, we focus on developing your skills through practi cal and commercial producti on opportuniti es in a range of specialist areas including multi media, TV and radio producti on and presenti ng skills, fi lming and editi ng, social media and stop-moti on animati on. On our programmes, you’ll work with media professionals and learn by making your own producti ons. You will work on a large variety of exciti ng projects, many involving outside clients.

On the Level 2 course you’ll improve your Maths and English and could gain additi onal qualifi cati ons in these. You’ll also develop employability and enterprise skills.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You’ll work in the professional-quality media suite at Highbury Campus, where we have industry standard TV and radio studios and editi ng suites. The College also has a digital recording studio and Mac and PC-enabled classrooms for graphics and multi media.

Our staff are all practi sing professionals, many of whom have held senior positi ons during their careers. We also work closely with a number of industry partners including The News, Portsmouth’s award-winning daily newspaper, That’s Solent, the local TV service based at Highbury Campus, and Express FM, the city’s community radio stati on.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Part of your programme will involve you working on commercial projects and you’ll also have further opportuniti es to develop your skills by joining the College’s JAMM Radio stati on team or going on-air with That’s Solent, the South’s newest TV stati on based on site.

In additi on, you’ll be encouraged to build up your experience by working with students from other creati ve programmes, including Performing Arts, Fashion and Art & Design, and on live performances and shows. Other opportuniti es include external visits to media organisati ons, such as the BBC, to meet industry professionals – many of whom are former Highbury students.

LEVEL 2

BTEC DIPLOMA IN MEDIADurati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC (90-CREDIT) DIPLOMAIN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION

Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMAIN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION

Durati on 1 year (top-up from 90-Credit Diploma)


WHAT NEXT?Students who complete a Level 3 programme could move on to a Foundati on Degree, Honours Degree, Apprenti ceship or work.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 3 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement to work in this sector.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESThe media industry is fast paced and exciti ng, with endless opportuniti es for talented people with the right qualifi cati ons and experience. You could go on to work in television, adverti sing, radio, newspapers, public relati ons or web journalism. You could also move into marketi ng and specialise in digital communicati ons.

Salaries for radio broadcast assistants and graphic designers start at around £16,000. With experience, a web editor can earn around £30,000 a year. Top salaries for an adverti sing account executi ve can reach £90,000 a year.

DIGITAL MEDIA PROGRAMMES

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Engineering is an essenti al part of the expanding world in which we live. From drilling the bott om of the sea bed, designing eco-friendly motor engines and developing new medical equipment, every part of our day to day lives involves some sort of engineering.

At Highbury College, we off er a range of technical engineering subjects covering engineering manufacturing, electronics and boat building. All of our tutors have worked professionally as engineers and bring with them skills and experti se from a variety ofengineering disciplines.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Our full-ti me engineering study programmes include Level 2 NVQs and Level 3 BTECs which are accredited by City & Guilds, EMTA Awards Ltd (EAL), the Insti tuti on of Mechanical Engineers (iMechE) and Insti tuti on of Engineering and Technology (IET).

WHAT WILL I LEARN?You’ll study a wide range of practi cal and theoreti cal engineering elements before specialising. Specialisms include computer aided design (CAD), renewable energies, electronic circuit constructi on, plant technologies, microelectronics, digital electronics or product design! Maths will feature heavily in these programmes, so we’ll help you with that too.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?In our modern faciliti es at Highbury Campus, Highbury’s Northarbour Centre and Boathouse 4 in the Dockyard, you’ll work on the latest training systems in our fully-equipped workshops. All of our tutors have worked professionally as engineers and bring with them skills and experti se from a variety of engineering disciplines.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Guest speakers, industry visits and the opportunity to take part in competi ti ons such as IET student of the year and WorldSkills.

ENGINEERING

LEVEL 2This level is ideal if you’re a school leaver with some engineering knowledge and experience, or you require some engineering skills in your role. You will develop your understanding and practi cal experience of specifi c engineering technologies.

CITY & GUILDS CERTIFICATE IN ENGINEERING: FABRICATION & WELDING TECHNOLOGY

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING: MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING: ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3This level is ideal for experienced learners with an understandingand practi cal experience of specialist engineering technologiesand principles.

BTEC DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING:ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC & MECHANICAL

Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING: ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC & MECHANICAL


MARINE ENGINEERING

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING PLUS NVQ LEVEL 2 AND 3 IN BOATBUILDING

Durati on 2 years

BUILT ENVIRONMENT (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT)

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT: BUILT, CIVIL & SURVEYING

Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT: BUILT, CIVIL & SURVEYING



WHAT NEXT?Many of our students have progressed into employment in thelocal engineering industry, or gained promoti on in their workplace.Others have secured apprenti ceships or gone onto further engineering related study at higher educati on and university.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers in this sector ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 3 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESProspects for trained engineers are good, especially in and around Portsmouth where there are many large employers, including Airbus, Rolls Royce, West Group and Veolia.

Thanks to the area’s mariti me history there are also lots of opportuniti es in marine engineering too with companies like Sunsail, Burgess Marine and BAE Systems. For Built Environment, several large building companies in Portsmouth and the South Coast like Portsmouth City Council, Sussex Council and Stoneworks.

People in all the fi elds above can earn £35,000-£55,000, with starti ng salaries at around £18,000-£22,000.

“We do a real range of practi cal things in engineering including how to weld, build circuit boards and design things using AutoCAD. I absolutely love all my lecturers, before I started I wasn’t sure what College would be like, but once I started everyone made me feel so welcome it was great!”JORDAN JOHNSTON | LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING

ENGINEERING PROGRAMMES ENGINEERING ENGINEERING (INCLUDING MARINE, FABRICATION & WELDING) (INCLUDING MARINE, FABRICATION & WELDING)


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Highbury’s popular English language courses have been designed for students aged 16-18 and adults whose fi rst language is not English.

We have years of experience of high quality teaching in this area and the ESOL department is graded as 'Outstanding' (Ofsted 2011), as well as being accredited by the Briti sh Council, refl ecti ng both the quality of teaching and student support we provide.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?You’ll practi se and develop your reading, writi ng, listening and speaking skills. Acti viti es and assignments will help improve your English vocabulary, grammar, spelling and pronunciati on. Our courses also cover things like computer skills, work and study skills, and citi zenship (ESOL).

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You will be based at Highbury’s City of Portsmouth Centre (HCPC) in the heart of Portsmouth. Our great faciliti es include a library, refectories and classrooms equipped with the latest equipment for e-learning. ESOL students can also access Canvas, our virtual learning environment for online learning. All our teachers are passionate about their subject and will support you to achieve your goals.You’ll also benefi t from the knowledge and experience of regular guest speakers.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?You’ll learn in a vibrant atmosphere where you could take part in acti viti es such as multi -cultural days, visits to nearby att racti ons, cinema trips, social events and sports.

PRE-ENTRY

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL) – ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS

• College Certi fi cate in improving language skills at Entry 1

• City & Guilds ESOL qualifi cati ons at Entry 1

ENTRY-LEVEL 1, 2 & 3

RESOLVEA course for 16-18 year olds with English as a second language. Course includes ESOL English, Maths, employability and work experience.

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL) –BEGINNERS TO PRE-INTERMEDIATE

• City & Guilds ESOL qualifi cati ons – certi fi cates in English skills which can be used for employment

• Functi onal Skills Maths

To join these courses we will assess your level of English and choose the right class for you.

LEVEL 1

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)

• OCN Level 1 Certi fi cate in Progression, designed to improve your reading, writi ng, speaking and listening skills while learning language for work, training and higher educati on. On this course you’ll be given tutorials helping you to progress to Level 2 ESOL, Level 1 and Level 2 vocati onal programmes, or to employment

• Pearson Edexcel Skills for Life ESOL Level 1 and Functi onal Skills Maths at individual level. To join this programme you must have passed all Entry 3 ESOL qualifi cati ons

LEVEL 2

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)

• OCN Certi fi cate in Progression, Functi onal Skills Maths and Pearson Edexcel Skills for Life ESOL. This course is designed to develop your writi ng skills, grammati cal accuracy and fl uency in English. You’ll also develop your mathemati cal skills. You’ll be expected to complete assessments, work in teams to prepare presentati ons and projects, and complete work independently online. You’ll extend your technical and academic vocabulary and study skills

• You’ll be given tutorials and careers guidance to help you progress on your chosen pathway. Successful candidates have gone on to Access to HE programmes, Business Administrati on, Computi ng and Health & Social Care

• This course is specifi cally for those with ESOL language needs. You need to have passed Level 1 Skills for Life ESOL or be assessed as working well at this level

WHAT NEXT?At the end of the course you can progress to further ESOL courses, or you could study at an English-speaking college or university at a more advanced level. Further study opti ons include Access to HE, Foundati on Degrees and university studies. You’ll also have developed the necessary English skills to deal more confi dentlywith employers or colleges and express your views and opinions more confi dently.

“Highbury College is amazing.It changed my life because at fi rst I couldn’teven speak English.”KAMILA MOHAMMADI | FORMER ESOL STUDENT ANDNOW TEACHING ASSISTANT

WHAT QUALIFICATIONSARE AVAILABLE?

ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLSENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLSENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS


“I love creati ng clothes and I have learnt somany new skills on my course. I am really good at sewing now. My tutor is amazing, so helpful and supporti ve.”TATIANA PEREIRA DE LIMA VON STURMERLEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN FASHION & CLOTHING

For anyone with a fl air for fashion, we off er challenging, hands-on and exciti ng courses.You will learn by developing practi cal skills in fashion and texti les design. Our qualifi cati ons provide structured pathways that support you to progress to university or the workplace.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?We off er creati ve full-ti me fashion programmes at Level 2 and 3.Our BTEC qualifi cati ons take a practi cal, real-world approach to learning without sacrifi cing any of the essenti al theory you need to proceed to further study at university or work.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?You’ll study design, illustrati on, patt ern cutti ng, fashion producti on and the history of fashion and texti les. You’ll produce a wide variety of creati ve pieces and present them at our catwalk show at the end of the course. You could also work on live projects, designing and making clothing for producti ons for local organisati ons. All our programmes teach you about materials, costs and producti on processes; making quality products; thinking creati vely; communicati ng your point of view succinctly; and about job opportuniti es in the industry.

On a Level 2 course you’ll improve your Maths and English skills and can gain additi onal qualifi cati ons in these if necessary. You’ll also work towards gaining employability and enterprise skills.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Our practi cal learning environments at Highbury Campus include a specialist patt ern cutti ng and sewing studio, art and design studios with areas for screen printi ng, texti les and 3D design, a photographic darkroom and modern classrooms with the latest computers and creati ve soft ware. Teaching staff include professionals working within the industry in design, illustrati on, patt ern cutti ng and garment constructi on.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your work in your own end-of-the-year fashion show. We also organise inspirati onal visits, including trips to the Brighton & Hove Costume Museum, the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, the Clothes Show at the Birmingham NEC and retail research in Brighton.

LEVEL 2

OCR CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL DIPLOMA:ART & DESIGN(FASHION & CLOTHING PATHWAY)

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN FASHION & CLOTHINGDurati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN FASHION& CLOTHING



WHAT NEXT?Upon completi on of a Level 3 Diploma you could progress to a Foundati on Degree, Honours Degree or enter the workplace.You could also decide to setup your own business.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 3 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement to enter the workplace.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESThere are many opportuniti es for people with good design skills and a strong interest in fashion. You could work as a fashion or texti le designer or use your technical skills in design and product development, as well as work in visual merchandising or photography.

There is the potenti al to earn £60,000 and more, senior designers can pick up £30,000 - £40,000 per annum, with starti ng salaries of around £16,000 to £20,000.

FASHION & CLOTHINGPROGRAMMES

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“There is so much to learn and explore on my Floristry course. I have the opportunity to experiment and create amazing designs.At Level 3 you can really push the boundaries.”MELISSA ARNOLD | LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN FLORISTRY

Floristry is a very creati ve and progressive industry and earns the UK economy more than £2.2 billion every year. If you are creati ve, have an interest in developing your design skills using fl owers and other natural materials, an eye for detail, plus a love of plants and fl owers, then we can help you achieve your potenti al.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?We off er full-ti me Floristry courses at Level 2, 3 and 4, so whether you are complete beginner or require some technical updati ng, we have the course for you! Our qualifi cati ons are accredited by City & Guilds, one of the UK’s most respected awarding bodies.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?At all levels, you will study a balance of practi cal and theory skills.

Practi cal skills include the latest design, methods and specialist techniques in the following areas:

Wedding designs

Sympathy designs

Hand-ties

Floral arrangements

Botany displays

The theory secti on of the course covers the essenti al knowledge required to work in the industry. At Level 2 you will study Art & Design, Maths and English (if required). You could also gain additi onal qualifi cati ons to help you gain employment, including business and enterprise skills. At Level 3 you will learn about the ‘The Design Schema” which is further developed at Level 4. This will take your designs from traditi onal to contemporary.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You’ll get hands-on training at our Highbury Campus. All your teachers have many years of experience in the industry. We also off er lots of work experience opportuniti es.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?You could go on trips to wholesalers, both in this country and in the Netherlands (numbers permitti ng), and could take part in fl oristry skills competi ti ons.

LEVEL 2

DIPLOMA IN FLORISTRYDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

DIPLOMA IN FLORISTRYDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 4 **NEW FOR 2018**

HIGHER DIPLOMA IN FLORISTRY(Subject to validati on)

Durati on 1 year


WHAT NEXT?Upon completi on of a Level 3 qualifi cati on you could progress to a Level 4 Higher Diploma, Honours Degree or enter the workplace.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 2 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement to enter the workplace.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESWith experience, you could start your own business or become a freelance fl oral decorator, doing exhibiti on work, demonstrati onsand teaching.

FLORISTRY PROGRAMMES

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“The teachers are friendly and support meif I need help. The lessons are fun and I enjoythem very much.”HARLEY SALTER | FOUNDATION PROSPECTS

Would you like to become more independent? Our programmes for students with learning diffi culti es and disabiliti es focus on what you can achieve and will improve your confi dence and life chances.

Our students learn by doing. Real life acti viti es include working within our own enterprises, becoming independent travellers and gaining employability skills through our partnerships with local employers.

Our students succeed at an amazing pace and gain the skills and confi dence to move on to interesti ng lives outside the College. Programmes run over four days a week.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Our qualifi cati ons focus on two priority areas: development ofWork Skills and Independent Living Skills. Our programmes off er a range of nati onally accredited qualifi cati ons that recognise achievement and development of skills, knowledge and atti tudes in preparati on for progression in life and work. In additi on, we recognise soft er skills development on an individual basis by awarding College Certi fi cates to students demonstrati ng independent travel and employability skills.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?While on the programme you’ll learn the skills, knowledge and positi ve atti tudes necessary to live with increased independence, such as shopping and household management, budgeti ng, healthy eati ng, using public transport and looking aft er yourself. You’ll also learn the skills that will help you to fi nd work in the future, such as ti mekeeping, following instructi ons and working with others in a team (and independently) to solve problems in a safe and eff ecti ve manner. Many of our students progress to a professional courses at Highbury College and throughout the year have the opportunity to operate in diff erent environments to test their ability and future commitment - areas include Animal Care, Hospitality & Catering, Hair & Beauty, Carpentry, Painti ng & Decorati ng, Horti culture, Retail & Customer Service and Offi ce Skills. While with us you’ll develop skills and awareness in the following areas:

Independent living, budgets and household skills

Cookery – simple healthy meals

Employability and work experience – developing real skills in real work environments

Personal strengths and qualities

Staying safe – in college, at home and in the community

Healthy living – identi fying ways of staying healthy

Action planning for the future

Maths, English and IT

Independent travel training

Community projects

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?At Highbury we take learning outside the classroom whenever we can. As part of your course you’re likely to work in the community for at least one day per week, working with real employers, from the following vocati onal areas:

RETAIL HOSPITALITY OFFICE SKILLS HORTICULTURE CONSERVATION ART ENTERPRISE

These opportuniti es are possible through our partnerships with ASDA, The Range, Acorn Community Centre, Staunton Country Park and Tavcom Training. Full support is always available, ensuring that these placements are safe, enjoyable and benefi cial experiences for our students. You’ll also learn at Highbury Campus. The Campus is modern and fully equipped to ensure your learning experience is always positi ve and enjoyable. We have an independent living fl at, an adapted kitchen and modern classrooms equipped with all of the resources required to help.

While on the programme you will also get the opportunity to take part in a range of community projects and take part in our annual residenti al trip for our Foundati on Prospects students.

ENTRY LEVEL 1 AND 2

INTRODUCTION TO EMPLOYABILITY CONNECT PROGRAMME: A SPECIALIST

PROGRAMME FOR STUDENTS WITH AUTISMDurati ons 1 year

ENTRY LEVEL 3

ROUTE TO EMPLOYMENT ROUTE PLUS CONNECT PROGRAMME: A SPECIALIST

PROGRAMME FOR STUDENTS WITH AUTISMDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 1

PROGRESS TO EMPLOYMENT PROGRESS PLUS SUPPORTED INTERNSHIPS INDEPENDENCE: A FULL-TIME PROGRAMME FOR

STUDENTS AGED OVER 25Durati on 1 year

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSNo formal entry requirements are required though a positi ve atti tude to learning is needed.

WHAT NEXT?Foundati on Prospects can help you identi fy your next step and achieve it. Students can progress on to paid or voluntary employment, another course within the Prospects area at Entry 2, Entry 3 or Level 1, Supported Internship or a cross college course. Students usually stay within the sector for between 1-3 years.

WHAT PROGRAMMES ARE AVAILABLE?FOUNDATION PROSPECTSFOUNDATION PROSPECTS


“I have been studying at Highbury for two years and I have made a lot of new friends from all over the world. My teachers are really nice and they are always happy to help.”HANANE EL OUAD | TRAINEESHIPS

Based at our specialist centre at Arundel in the heart of Portsmouth, ourFoundati on Progress programmes include Engage, Moving On Acti ve, Moving On Creati ve, Traineeships and Resolve.

No matt er what stage you’re at now, these programmes are an ideal stepping stone to help you progress to the next level. You’ll be given all the support you need to succeed, even if English is not your fi rst language. All courses are for 16-18 year olds and provide you with opportuniti es to further develop your employability, teamwork,IT Skills and Functi onal Skills in Maths and English. On all these course you’ll gain a nati onally-recognised qualifi cati on.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?All our programmes provide you with the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and atti tudes that will help you progress and achieve formal qualifi cati ons. You will be helped to plan for your future, develop awareness of yourself and expectati ons of others, draw up your own acti on plan, create the perfect CV, and prepare for vocati onal courses, an Apprenti ceship or work. Maths, English and work experience are integral parts of the courses.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Courses take place at Highbury Arundel Centre. Class sizes arekept small so experienced teachers can give you the ti me you need to build your confi dence and self-esteem so that you feel readyto progress.

WHAT ELSE DOES THEPROGRAMME INCLUDE?Alongside developing your IT, Maths and English skills, you’ll also have the chance to try new things, such as working with others on community projects and att ending work experience to build meaningful experience for your curriculum vitae (CV). We’ll alsohelp you to develop practi cal job search and interview skills.

ENGAGEA specialist programme for students who require specialist A specialist programme for students who require specialist support for emoti onal and behavioural diffi culti es with Maths, support for emoti onal and behavioural diffi culti es with Maths, English and employability skills.

Durati on 1 year (roll-on, roll-off )Durati on 1 year (roll-on, roll-off )

MOVING ON ACTIVEA course designed as an introducti on to sport related vocati ons A course designed as an introducti on to sport related vocati ons with Maths, English and relevant work experience.

Durati on 1 yearDurati on 1 year

MOVING ON CREATIVEA course designed as an introducti on to creati ve arts with Maths, English and relevant work experience.

Durati on 1 year

RESOLVEA course for 16-18 year olds with English as a second language with ESOL English, Maths, employability and work experience.

Durati on 1 year

TRAINEESHIPSA short course with a focus on work experience coupled with employability, Maths and English.

Durati on 12 weeks

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSNo formal entry requirements are required, though realisti c learning targets would need to be agreed.

WHAT NEXT?Foundati on Progress can help you identi fy your next step and achieve it. You’ll develop a wide range of skills and knowledge that will provide you with opportuniti es to progress to an area of your choice. Depending on what level of qualifi cati on you complete the course with, you could secure employment, gain an Apprenti ceship place or move on to a further vocati onal course at Level 1 or 2.FOUNDATION PROGRESSFOUNDATION PROGRESSFOUNDATION PROGRESSFOUNDATION PROGRESS

WHAT PROGRAMMES ARE AVAILABLE?WHAT PROGRAMMES ARE AVAILABLE?WHAT PROGRAMMES ARE AVAILABLE?


If you didn’t get the results you wanted at school or are unsure of which path to take, a Foundati on Pathways course could be just what you need.

We run a series of Foundati on Pathways programmes at Entry 3 and Level 1 in Multi -trades (Constructi on), IT, Health & Social Care, Childcare, Caring Choices, Business Choices, Technical Choices and Service Industry Choices. All the programmes also cover English and Maths, work experience and employability.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?All our programmes provide you with the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and atti tudes that will help you progress and achieve formal qualifi cati ons in your chosen fi eld. You will be helped to plan for your future progression and prepare for higher level vocati onal courses, an Apprenti ceship or employment. Maths, English and work experience are integral parts of the courses.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Courses take place across our campuses. Constructi on is at both our Northarbour Centre and Highbury Campus; IT, Health & Social Care, Floristry and Music courses are at Highbury Campus.Our experienced teachers give you the ti me you need to build your confi dence and self-esteem so that you feel ready to progress.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?You’ll have the chance to work with others on community projects and you’ll develop practi cal job search and interview skills.We’ll also help you to identi fy future opportuniti es both at College and in employment, and you’ll be encouraged to work as part of a team to run one of our enterprise projects.

ENTRY 3 AND LEVEL 1

MULTI-TRADESThe course is an introducti on to a variety of constructi on trades with Maths, English and relevant work experience.

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 1

IT USER SKILLSThis course consists of Computi ng, Maths, English and relevant work experience.

CERTIFICATE IN SKILLS FOR HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE (ADULTS AND CHILDREN)The course covers social care for adults and children and is an introducti on to the Health & Social Care world with Maths, English and relevant work experience.

CARING CHOICESAn introductory course to Health & Social care and includes volunteering, counselling, Health & Social care skills and skillsfor childcare. Maths, English and relevant work experience are also included.

BUSINESS CHOICESAn introductory course to Business Studies and includesLevel 1 business, Level 1 IT Skills for business, exploring enterprise and social media for business. Maths, English and relevant work experience are also included.

SERVICE INDUSTRY CHOICESAn introductory course to the service industry and includes skills for hair and beauty, customer service, retail and employability. Maths, English and relevant work experience are also included.

TECHNICAL CHOICESThis course includes a Level 1 award in game engine technology, IT skills, social media, applied science and technology and employability. Maths, English and relevant work experience are also included.

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 2

CHILDCAREThis course is a progression route to employment, an apprenti ceship or higher level Childcare courses with Maths, English and relevant work experience.

Durati on 1 year

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSNo formal entry requirements are required, though realisti c learning targets would need to be agreed.

WHAT NEXT?Foundati on Pathways can help you identi fy your next step and achieve it. You’ll develop a wide range of skills and knowledge that will provide you with opportuniti es to progress in your area of choice. Depending on what level of qualifi cati on you complete the course with, you could secure employment, gain an Apprenti ceship place or move on to a further vocati onal course at Level 1 or 2.

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WHAT PROGRAMMES ARE AVAILABLE?


“Aft er my Beauty Therapy course I decided to start my own business, specialising in wedding make-up.The tutors were so incredibly supporti ve and helped me realise my dreams! I now employ three make-up arti sts and a beauty therapist, all former Highbury students and I off er work experience placements to student currently on the course.”KIM KINGSTON | FORMER BEAUTY THERAPY STUDENTNOW OWNER OF THE BEAUTY SHED

Would you like to become a qualifi ed professional hairstylist, beauty or massage therapist? Regardless of your level of ability or experience, our Hair & Beauty department has the perfect course to launch your career.

The department is rated as 'Outstanding' (Ofsted 2011) and our courses provide you with the knowledge, experti se and qualifi cati ons you need to succeed.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Courses range from beginner to advanced, so you can fully embrace the challenges and rewards off ered by this expanding and exciti ng industry. Our qualifi cati ons are awarded by VTCT, a specialist awarding body for the hairdressing and beauty sector. They are widely recognised by employers in the UK and abroad.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?Our courses provide you with hands-on experience and the theory you need to develop your experti se in the latest beauty and hairdressing techniques. All our courses include presentati on & business skills, customer service and health & safety, plus if required you’ll improve your Maths, English and IT skills. You will also study employability and enterprise skills.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You’ll be taught by experienced staff in our modern, fully equipped training salons at Highbury Campus. Learning is through a mixture of practi cal, theory and online tutoring. Our salons are open to the public, giving you valuable hands-on experience while training. Guest speakers also regularly visit to give demonstrati ons of new treatments and techniques.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?You can add to your skills by completi ng short courses in specialist areas such as spray tanning, hair extensions and gel polish.

You’ll also have the opportunity to visit exhibiti ons, training academies and product suppliers in the UK and overseas. In additi on, you’re encouraged to enter competi ti ons such as WorldSkills and our annual Hair & Beauty show, showcasing your work at regional and nati onal levels.

LEVEL 1

VTCT DIPLOMA IN HAIRDRESSING Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 2

VTCT DIPLOMA IN BEAUTY THERAPY VTCT DIPLOMA IN HAIRDRESSING

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

VTCT DIPLOMA IN MASSAGE THERAPIES VTCT DIPLOMA IN HAIRDRESSING

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 4

VTCT DIPLOMA IN SALON MANAGEMENT Durati on 1 year


WHAT NEXT?Students who complete a Level 3 course could achieve a Level 4 qualifi cati on, enhance their skills through additi onal training and/or fi nd work.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers in this sector ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 2 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESThe Hair & Beauty sector off ers many exciti ng opportuniti es. You could work on cruise ships, in fi lm and television, theatre or in a health spa. With the right qualifi cati on you could become a trainer, work overseas or even start your own business.

POSSIBLE CAREERS AT LEVEL 2 Barber

Bridal Hair Stylist

Make-up Artist

Junior Stylist

Beauty Consultant

Receptionist

Colour Technician

Beauty Therapist

POSSIBLE CAREERS AT LEVEL 3 TV/Film/Magazine Stylist

Senior Stylist/Barber

Massage Therapist

Cruise Liner Stylist

Cruise Liner Massage Therapist

Nail Technician

Colouring or Cutting Specialist

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“The work placements during the course are really useful. You can learn so much more when you are in an actual nursery and my fi nal work placement even off ered me a job, which is a job I love!”EMMA-LOUISE BRICKELL | FORMER CHILDCARE STUDENTNOW PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT AT HART PLAIN CHURCHPRESCHOOL AND DAYCARE

If you’re a people person, a good communicator and have a fl exible approach to work then you could consider a career in Health, Care & Early Years.

Our department is rated as 'Outstanding' (Ofsted 2011) and our programmes provide you with the knowledge, skills and qualifi cati ons required to work in this important sector.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?We off er a broad range of full-ti me Health and Early Years-related programmes, including BTEC Diplomas in Health & Social Care and CACHE in Early Years Educati on. Whatever your current level of training or qualifi cati ons, we can help you progress to further study and/or your chosen career.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?On the Health Care programmes you’ll learn about human development, anatomy, health promoti on, equality and diversity and caring for individuals. Early Years educati on will prepare you for teaching at primary school and nursery level.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Our faciliti es at Highbury Campus are specifi cally designed to replicate realisti c work environments and include a simulated nursery which is also used by pre-school children. Students will also benefi t from a residenti al care environment and simulated hospital ward.The department has its own care agency, which employs and trains our healthcare students.

Work placements are a vital part of all courses and are tailoredto meet the needs of individual students. Placements require a full Data Barring Service (DBS) check.

Staff have extensive vocati onal experti se and a thorough knowledge of current methods and legislati on, ensuring that you benefi t from the most up-to-date teaching.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?The course also includes specialist speakers and the opportuniti es to take part in a range of cross-college and voluntary acti viti es, both locally and internati onally, the chance to enter the World Skills Competi ti on is also part of the Level 3 course.

LEVEL 2

CACHE INTRODUCTION TO EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR

BTEC 1/2 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC (90-CREDIT) DIPLOMA INHEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

CACHE CERTIFICATE INCHILDCARE & EDUCATION

Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA INHEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

CACHE DIPLOMA IN CHILDCARE & EDUCATION (EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR)

Durati on 1 year (top-up from 90-Credit Diploma/Certi fi cate)


WHAT NEXT?Upon completi on of a Level 3 Diploma you could progress to university or the workplace.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSIn both Health Care and Early Years, employers expect applicants to have a relevant Level 2 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement to work in this sector. GCSEs at Grade C (4) or above in Maths and English will also be expected to enter an Early Years careers.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESCareers you might consider include working as a care assistant, support worker, nursery nurse, social worker, nurse, paramedic, midwife, teacher or speech therapist. Starti ng salaries for social workers are around £19,500 to £25,000 a year, for teachers from £21,500. With experience, speech therapists can earn around £35,000 a year. Newly qualifi ed nurses and midwives in the NHS earn around £21,000 a year. Care workers can expect to earnaround £12,000- £16,000 a year.

NURSE CADET PROGRAMME: PRACTICAL WORK-PLACE EXPERIENCEIf you would like a career in Nursing, this programme is for you! You will have the opportunity to have a variety of work placements including Portsmouth’s QA Hospital, Highbury-based Collingwood Care agency and a local nursing home.

The two-year Certi fi cate of Fundamental Care programme includes a full-ti me BTEC Level 3 Health & Social Care course (equivalent to three A Levels), with clinical training in our own bespoke faciliti es as well as work placements. It covers basic clinical nursing skills, including monitoring vital signs, fi rst aid, manual handling, wound dressing, skin management, infecti on control, end of life care and conti nence care.

This programme is designed to enhance your employability skills and raises the profi le of your university applicati ons should you choose to go on to a degree course.

HEALTH, CARE & EARLYYEARS PROGRAMMES HEALTH, CARE & EARLY YEARSHEALTH, CARE & EARLY YEARS


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“My dream is to own my own hotel. My coursegives me many opportuniti es to gain real life experience and my work placement was at the Sloane Club, a hotel in London. The work experience was good because I learnt so much and feel more confi dent now.”HAIMEI LIANG | FORMER HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT STUDENT

We prepare the managers and supervisors of the future, with a focus on conferences and events management in an exciti ng industry which is undergoing a worldwide boom, meaning there are fantasti c job opportuniti es available to you locally, nati onally and internati onally.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?The Level 2 Diploma in Food Preparati on and Service is a starti ng point for all Hospitality students wanti ng to fi nd out if the industry is for them. The Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Supervision in Food and Beverage Services, prepares the managers and supervisors of the future and has a focus on events management.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?As well as developing supervision and leadership skills, you’ll also learn about food service, the principles of healthy eati ng and nutriti on, marketi ng, health and safety, day-to-day operati ons in running a hospitality outlet and job opportuniti es in the sector.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You will be taught by highly qualifi ed staff and gain hands-on experience in professional training faciliti es based at our City of Portsmouth Centre.

The College restaurant provides opportuniti es for real work experience and the business awareness to succeed. We also have partnerships with Compass Catering Group, Exclusive Hotels and numerous other hotels and restaurants.

ENTRY LEVEL/LEVEL 1

CITY & GUILDS INTRODUCTION TO THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

Durati on: 1 year

LEVEL 2

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN FOOD PREPARATION & SERVICE

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

CITY & GUILDS ADVANCED TECHNICAL DIPLOMA IN SUPERVISION IN FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICES

Durati on 1 year

BTEC DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITYDurati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITYDurati on 1 year (top-up from Diploma)


WHAT NEXT?Students will have the opportunity to move onto an apprenti ceship at Level 3 or 4.


CAREER OPPORTUNITIESOpportuniti es within the hospitality industry include roles such as hotel recepti onist, restaurant manager, events manager and wedding planner. Starti ng salaries for trainee restaurant or catering managers can be between £18,000 and £21,000 a year, and between £25,000 to £35,000 for an events manager or wedding planner.

Pay rates in this industry have increased considerably over the past fi ve years.

HOSPITALITY PROGRAMMES

HOSPITALITYHOSPITALITY


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“I owe an awful lot, if not everything to Highbury. The course was a bit more practi cal and the lecturers were brilliant - they got you really involved and moti vated.”SIMON REEVE | FORMER STUDENTNOW INTERNATIONAL JOURNALIST AND TV PRESENTER

Want to be a journalist? Highbury’s no-nonsense practi cal training can give you the edge when it comes to fi nding work in the media. We have been producing some of the world’s best journalists for more than 50 years.

Our success is partly down to our award-winning NCTJ Diploma, which has been the best performing Further Educati on fast-track programme in the UK. But it’s the multi media training that really makes the diff erence.

Some of the country’s top journalists have trained here, including BBC journalist John Pienaar, Emmy award-winning presenter Mark Austi n and TV presenter/journalist Simon Reeve, and recent NCTJ graduates are working at The News, the Chichester Observer, BBC South and ITV Meridian.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?We currently off er three journalism courses. Our NCTJ Diploma is a fast-track, 20-week multi media programme that provides excellent preparati on for the industry, whether you want to work in TV, radio or print. We also run an award-winning one year NCTJ Diploma in partnership with The News in Portsmouth and Southern Daily Echo in Southampton.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?At Highbury College we place an emphasis on practi cal, real-world experience. You’ll pitch ideas, ti p-off s and stories to local and nati onal media, while building skills and a portf olio of published work.

The essenti als of journalism are covered in detail and include reporti ng, public aff airs, media law, and shorthand. You’ll also choose opti onal units, such as video for online and court reporti ng.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Highbury boasts a professional-quality media suite, including a radio studio complex and high defi niti on TV producti on faciliti es.Our journalism staff are all practi cing professionals, many of whom have held senior positi ons during their careers. On the fast-track Diploma, students also complete a minimum of two weeks’ work experience; on the year-long Diplomas you’ll be given experience at The News or Southern Daily Echo.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?At Highbury you’ll learn by doing and feel that you’ve entered the journalism industry from day one of your programme. This means hands-on training, visiti ng courts, council meeti ngs and real-world events and covering your own district. You’ll be getti ng your stories published from the start and learn from expert speakers who regularly visit the College.

LEVEL 3

FAST-TRACK NCTJ DIPLOMA IN JOURNALISMDurati on 20 weeks

ONE YEAR NCTJ DIPLOMA IN JOURNALISM:IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SOUTHERNDAILY ECHO

ONE YEAR NCTJ DIPLOMA IN JOURNALISM:IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE NEWS, PORTSMOUTH

Durati on 1 year

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSYou will need at least 5 A-C (9-4) grades at GCSE including English and Maths. Ideally you should also have achieved either two A Levels or an equivalent Level 3 qualifi cati on such as a BTEC Diploma.

See page 17 for all entry requirements.

WHAT NEXT?The NCTJ Diploma is your passport to a job in the industry. You’ll be able to apply for jobs even before you’ve fi nished your course. Candidates who do not already have a degree but have A Levels or equivalents will be able to progress to university and can use the skills acquired on their Diploma to secure part-ti me work in the media industry.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers ideally expect applicants to have the NCTJ Diploma.It really can be your passport to a career in the media.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESThe media and journalism industries are fast-paced and exciti ngwith real opportuniti es for talented people with the right qualifi cati ons and experience. You could work in television, radio, newspapers or online journalism. An experienced journalist canearn over £40,000. A trainee journalist will earn around £18,000a year on a local newspaper.

JOURNALISM PROGRAMMES

JOURNALISMJOURNALISM


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“I love creati ng music and mixing tracks. I also really enjoy performing live and have made many contacts through Highbury which have allowed me to perform at festi vals such as Besti val and Victorious.”OWEN BALLINGALL | LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN MUSIC

Do you want to work in the music industry and learn how to support live arti sts? At Highbury you can learn how to manage a studio, produce your own music for audio, fi lm and TV, and work on multi media projects, live performances and showcase events.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Highbury off ers an exciti ng and creati ve full-ti me music producti on course at Level 2 and 3. Our BTEC qualifi cati on takes a practi cal, real-world approach to learning (without sacrifi cing any essenti al theory) providing you with all you need to proceed to work or further study.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?You’ll discover more about how the music business works and develop your skills in music, learning how to manage a studio, record music and audio and how to perform live, getti ng your hands on the latest music soft ware to create your own sounds. We’ll teach you about studio/broadcast technology; microphone technique; midi sequencing and use of eff ects; sound for multi media; IT, parti cularly using music soft ware; and job opportuniti es in the music industry.

On our Level 2 course you’ll improve your Maths, English and IT skills and could gain additi onal qualifi cati ons in these. You’ll work towards gaining employability and enterprise skills.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Our Music Technology department has a superb range of faciliti es and can deliver specialised training with excepti onal results.The recording studio enables students to learn about professional soft ware and develop a wide range of recording techniques.

The studio and technology rooms are equipped with Mac-based workstati ons, comprising Ableton Live and Logic Pro 9. The BTEC programmes have been designed to give students the best possible start into the music industry. You’ll be able to learn new skills, develop existi ng skills and gain vital experiences that will help you succeed in your chosen career.

You’ll learn an array of techniques in producing, programming, sequencing, live performance, sampling, event organisati on and music business. You’ll also be given the chance to gain hands-on experience, working at local shows and events. Students will be assessed through writt en assignments, presentati ons and the development of a portf olio of work.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?In additi on, you’ll be encouraged to build up your experience by working with students from Performing Arts, Fashion and Media on live performances and shows, and could assist at annual College events. Your work could also be broadcast on the radio by Express FM and JAMM radio.

LEVEL 2

BTEC MUSIC TECHNOLOGYDurati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC NATIONALS MUSIC TECHNOLOGYDurati on 1 year/2 years


WHAT NEXT?Upon completi on of your Level 3 qualifi cati on you could progress to an HNC, HND, Foundati on Degree, Honours Degree or enter the workplace. The Level 2 qualifi cati on allows you to progress onto the Level 3 programme.


CAREER OPPORTUNITIESOpti ons include studio engineering, producti on, live sound and theatre work, music promoti on and recording for TV and adverti sing. Associated careers include music and sound for corporate videos, websites and computer games or other interacti ve media.With experience, you might also become a studio manager.

An experienced music producer can earn up to £50,000 a year. Experienced sound engineers can earn between £20,000 and £40,000. Starti ng salaries for a studio sound engineer are around £13,000 a year.

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMES

MUSIC TECHNOLOGYMUSIC TECHNOLOGYMUSIC TECHNOLOGY


“I really enjoyed studying performing arts at Highbury and aft er completi ng my course I was off ered a place at the presti gious Central Schoolof Speech and Drama.”HANNAH LOFTUS | FORMER BTEC LEVEL 3 PERFORMING ARTS STUDENT

Highbury’s performing arts course will broaden your performance skills and culti vate your knowledge of performance as an art form.

Our partnerships around the community mean that you’ll work alongside professionals within the industry. You’ll also be encouraged to develop your academic side to take advantage of the full range of progression opportuniti es at school and university.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?As part of the Level 3 Performing Arts Diploma you’ll work behind the scenes and front-of-house on live projects, events and shows.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?On this course you’ll study the key elements of the industry, such as core acti ng, rehearsing skills, devising, voice and script writi ng, plus business, employability and enterprise skills. We also off er TV drama experience in our high defi niti on TV studio, working with That’s Solent TV, plus radio presentati on on JAMM Radio and Express FM.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You will learn in our specialist performance theatre with highly experienced teachers. You will also receive tuiti on from multi -award winning playwrights, directors, dramaturgs and fully qualifi ed drama teachers at The New Theatre Royal. All our teachers have the ability and enthusiasm to develop your skills in a supporti ve and inspiring learning environment.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?You’ll have work experience opportuniti es in local theatres andyou’ll also tour around local schools and community centresstaging performances.

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN PERFORMING ARTSThis course is run in partnership with The New Theatre Royal

Durati on 1 years

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA INPERFORMING ARTS

This course is run in partnership with The New Theatre RoyalDurati on 1 years (top-up from Diploma)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSSee page 17 for all entry requirements. You will be required to auditi on at interview.

WHAT NEXT?Upon completi on of your Level 3 qualifi cati on you could secure a place at a drama school, or study for an Honours Degree, Foundati on Degree or HNC. Many of our students go on to gain places at the country's best drama schools or at university.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESAs well as acti ng in theatre, fi lm, TV and radio, you can also fi ndwork in educati on, voice overs, commercials and interacti ve role playing for museums or corporate events. You could also combine a career in acti ng with teaching, arts administrati on, stage management or drama therapy.

Experienced drama therapists can earn £30,000-£40,000, arts administrators could earn £20,000-£30,000, and performing arts teachers £22,000-£32,000, while most actors and dancers pick up £15,000-£32,000 depending on the amount of work they’re off ered.

In partnership with

PERFORMING ARTS &THEATRE PROGRAMMES

PERFORMING ARTS & THEATREPERFORMING ARTS & THEATREPERFORMING ARTS & THEATRE


“The course has made me so much more independent and I am now a lot more confi dent doing my college work and also in my daily lifein general.”STEVEN ROBINSON | PRINCE’S TRUST TEAM PROGRAMME

The Prince’s Trust Team programme is a free 12-week programme that could change your life. It off ers work experience, challenging projects in the community and an adventurous fi ve-day team building residenti al trip.

Seven out of ten young people helped by the Prince’s Trust move on to employment,training or educati on.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Designed to increase your confi dence and off er career support, the programme is a unique opportunity that off ers a real challenge witha diff erence.

You’ll work towards a nati onally-recognised qualifi cati on, get help with job-hunti ng and writi ng your CV, take on community projects of your choice, experience an exciti ng, acti on-packed residenti al week, and get two weeks’ work experience in an area you’re interested in.

One of the acti viti es open to those on the programme is the Junior Leaders’ Field Gun Run. The competi ti on, between teams from the armed forces, companies and other colleges, requires each crew to run, dismantle, re-assemble and fi re an anti que 12-pounder fi eldgun in the shortest possible ti me.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?As well as gaining invaluable life skills, you’ll work towards a Prince’s Trust Certi fi cate in Employment, Teamwork and Community Skills. This is off ered at Entry 3, Level 1 and Level 2. You’ll also get the opportunity to enhance your Maths and English skills.

IS IT FOR ME?The Prince’s Trust programme is for 16-25 year-olds who are unemployed, and lacking in qualifi cati ons or confi dence. It’s agreat opportunity to develop your existi ng skills and gain new ones.You’ll work in small teams of 12 young people, all diff erent ages and from diff erent backgrounds.

The team programme does not aff ect your benefi ts. Highbury is the fi rst provider in the country to off er one extra special team programme per year, especially designed for young people with a learning diffi culty or disability.

For more informati on about this programme please contact us on [email protected] or 07771 644 771 / 023 9232 8926

YOUR TEAM JOURNEY…

We pack a lot into our 12-week team programme, designed to help you uncover your hidden talents and improve your confi dence, as well as gaining a nati onally-recognised qualifi cati on, and helping to develop your English and Maths skills:

If you would like any more informati on or would like to enrol on one of the programmes above, then please contact us on [email protected] or 07771 644 771 / 023 9232 8926

THE 12 WEEK SCHEDULE FOR EACH PROGRAMME CONSISTS OF:

Week 1 – Team Introducti on

Week 2 – Residenti al

Week 3/4/5 – Community Project

Week 6/7/8 – Work Placement

Week 9 – Next Steps

Week 10/11 – Team Challenge

Week 12 – Presentati on

THE CURRENT START DATES FOR OUR 12 WEEK PROGRAMMES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

SEPTEMBER 2017

JANUARY 2018

MAY 2018

PRINCE’S TRUSTPROGRAMME DATES

PRINCE’S TRUST TEAM PROGRAMMEPRINCE’S TRUST TEAM PROGRAMMEPRINCE’S TRUST TEAM PROGRAMME

START DATES:

September 2017

January 2018

May 2018


“I really love the theory side of the course.We study politi cs, leaderships, citi zenship, diversity and loads more. We also get to go on lots of trips which I’ve enjoyed!”LAURA PULLEN | LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC SERVICES

Our programmes provide you with the essenti al knowledge and skills you need to develop a successful career in one of the Public Services, whether it be the armed forces, police, prison, ambulance or fi re and rescue.

The programme includes outdoor and adventure training, closely working with regional uniformed and public services, and theory based lectures and assignments.

You’ll also benefi t from great work experience opportuniti es to enhance you customer relati ons, frequent career talks by guest speakers and you’ll be able to challenge yourself on residenti al trips.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?We off er clear progression routes from Level 2 to Level 3,enabling you to undertake work or further study. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma could lead to a place at university. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop your skills through work experienceand volunteering.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?Our programmes include physical fi tness, sports training andfi eld exercises.

All our programmes teach you what life is like in the Public Services, and include expediti on and survival skills, teamwork and leadership, citi zenship and informati on about job opportuniti es.

At Level 3 additi onal subjects could include law, human behaviour and leadership.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You’ll develop your skills in our Sports Centre, which includes a fi tness gym and a sports hall. Theory-based training takes place in classrooms with the latest e-learning faciliti es. You could also travel further afi eld to places such as the Brecon Beacons.

Our programmes are delivered by lecturers with many years of experience in the Public Services. They will help you develop the essenti al inside knowledge and professionalism needed for a careerin your chosen area.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Visits to indoor and outdoor centres, fi re stati ons and services locati ons, including the Royal Navy Dockyards. You could also get involved in community and sporti ng events, as well as competi ti ons such as the Hampshire Army Challenges and Field Gun Challenge. Visits may also include the Royal Marines Commando Training Centre and a residenti al trip abroad.

Students will be expected to supply their own boots and combat trousers, they will also purchase one sports top, two polo shirtsand a hoody through the college supplier (please contact us for current pricing).

LEVEL 2

DIPLOMA FOR ENTRY TO THE UNIFORMED SERVICES

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC (90-CREDIT) DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC SERVICES

DIPLOMA FOR ENTRY TO THE UNIFORMED SERVICES

Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC SERVICES



WHAT NEXT?Upon completi on of your Level 3 qualifi cati on you could furtheryour educati on by taking a Foundati on Degree or Honours Degree, or securing a role within one of the uniformed Public Services.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers in the sector ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 2 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESGraduates from Highbury’s Uniformed Public Services’ courses have gone on to rewarding careers in fi re and rescue services, the armed forces and police services to name but a few. Other career opti ons include customs and excise offi cer, prison offi cer and paramedic.

The typical starti ng salary for a police constable in England and Wales is £23,317. The starti ng salary for a prison offi cer is £18,720 a year. Privates in the Army earn between £17,945 and £20,521, while new recruits pick up around £14,492.

PUBLIC SERVICESPROGRAMMES

PUBLIC SERVICESPUBLIC SERVICESPUBLIC SERVICES


“The tutors at Highbury are fantasti c, they are so supporti ve and really knowledgeable.”IMAN ALI | LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE

Are you looking for an exciti ng career in science? You could become a science technician in industry or educati on, a doctor or a medical researcher… or work with animals as a veterinary nurse, surgeon, or animal technician… whatever your ambiti on, Highbury has the programme to get you started.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?We off er exciti ng full-ti me programmes at Level 3 and A Levels.Our vocati onal qualifi cati ons take a practi cal, real-world approach to learning without sacrifi cing any of the essenti al theory you need to proceed to further study or work. A Level subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics (see page 21).

WHAT WILL I LEARN?Depending on what programme you choose, you could learn about scienti fi c principles, biological systems, forensic science applicati ons, geneti cs, microbiology and physiology. All our programmes teach you how to collect and evaluate data, investi gate facts and use deducti on, as well as take responsibility for your own learning. We will also advise you about job opportuniti es within the science industries.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?You’ll develop your skills and knowledge working in our fully-equipped science laboratories and learn from highly qualifi ed lecturers with many years of industrial experience.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?Guest speakers and many off site visits. You can also take part ina range of cross-college and voluntary acti viti es.

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN APPLIED SCIENCE CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN

PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE**You must already be working in Pharmacy to enter this course

Alternati vely, you could progress to A Level Science (A Level Biology, Physics and/or Chemistry)

Durati on 2 years

INDUSTRIAL SCIENCE COURSES

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN PHARMACY


WHAT NEXT?Upon completi on of a Level 3 Diploma or A Level programme, you could progress to a Foundati on Degree, Honours Degree or enterthe workplace.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 3 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement to work in this sector.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESScience qualifi cati ons open doors to a wide variety of jobs in many areas including medicine, research, forensic science and product development. You could work in a medical or quality control laboratory, public health, analyti cal laboratories, industry or as a science technician.

Senior scienti sts can earn upwards of £50,000. Pharmacy technicians can earn between £19,000 and £28,000 a year. Starti ng salaries for a forensic scienti st can be around £20,000 a year. Laboratory technicians may earn between £15,000 and £20,000 a year.

SCIENCE PROGRAMMES

SCIENCESCIENCE


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“I’ve been with Virgin Atlanti c for three and half years. We fl y to America, Africa, the Caribbean, the Middle East and Asia. I love being able to see new places.”DANNY WELLS | BTEC LEVEL 3 TRAVEL & TOURISM WITH AIRLINE CABIN CREWNOW WORKS FOR VIRGIN ATLANTIC

Travel & Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Staff with the right combinati on of business and customer service skills are in high demand.

Whether you are looking to work in airline operati ons, on cruise ships, as a resort representati ve, or move into events management, we can help you fi nd the right career path, with training in the skills that employers need.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE?Highbury has a great range of courses to develop your skills, knowledge and experti se. Opti ons range from a Level 1 Introductory Diploma to Level 2 qualifi cati ons in Airline Operati ons. There are two pathways available at Level 3, with the two-year BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism gaining UCAS points and potenti ally to a place at university. We also off er the one-year Level 3 C&G Diploma in Cruise, Adventure & Specialist Tourism. In this course, we explore these growing sectors and the exciti ng career opportuniti es available for you.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?Depending on the course you take, you will learn about the airline industry, cruise ships, event planning, marketi ng, employment skills and responsible tourism. All our students learn about the tourism industry, visitor att racti ons, travel and tourism desti nati ons, customer service and job opportuniti es, both at home and abroad.

We embed Maths and English in all our lessons and depending on your current levels in these subjects you will have the chance to either re-take your GCSEs or gain valuable Functi onal Skills qualifi cati ons.

WHERE WILL I LEARN AND WHOWILL TEACH ME?Our superb learning resources at Highbury City of Portsmouth Centre include a purpose-built aircraft cabin secti on and airport check-in desk for students wishing to pursue careers a in airport services and as cabin crew. Your lecturers have industry experience with cruise operators, travel agencies, major airlines, event management organisati ons, hotels, tour operators and many other relevant areas.

WHAT ELSE DO THEPROGRAMMES INCLUDE?During your course you will be involved in organising events,work-related acti viti es and UK residenti al and course-related visits.There will be a college charity which you will support though acti viti es such as fund-raising and volunteering.

You will have the opportunity to gain work experience with some of the region’s leading organisati ons such as:

British Airways

Hovertravel

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Spinnaker Tower

Portsmouth Guildhall

University of Portsmouth Students’ Union

In additi on, students can also gain exclusive work experience at the dedicated Visitor Informati on Kiosk situated on Southsea Seafront in dedicated Visitor Informati on Kiosk situated on Southsea Seafront in associati on with Portsmouth City Council.

LEVEL 1

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN INTRODUCTION TO THE TRAVEL AND TOURISM INDUSTRY

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 2

DIPLOMA IN AIRLINE OPERATIONS(City and Guilds qualifi cati ons in Airline and Aviati on Operati ons)

CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN TRAVELAND TOURISM

Durati on 1 year

LEVEL 3

BTEC DIPLOMA IN TRAVEL & TOURISM CITY & GUILDS DIPLOMA IN

CRUISE, SPECIAL INTEREST ANDADVENTURE TOURISM

Durati on 1 year

BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA INTRAVEL & TOURISM



WHAT NEXT?Students who complete a Level 1 and a Level 2 could progress to an Apprenti ceship, Level 3 qualifi cati on or enter the workplace and enhance their skills through a range of professional qualifi cati ons.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTSEmployers in the sector ideally expect applicants to have a relevant Level 2 qualifi cati on as a minimum requirement. They value the work experience gained during your college programme and we will provide you with many opportuniti es during your course.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESPortsmouth is a popular tourist desti nati on and has one of theUK’s best-connected cruise/ferry ports, which means many jobs are available locally. Alternati vely, a qualifi cati on in travel and tourism could lead to employment anywhere in the world. A salary for a branch manager in a travel agency could be £30,000- £35,000 a year. Cruise operators off er a vast array of on shore and ship jobs with salaries staring at £14,000.

Starti ng salaries for air cabin crew are around £15,000, senior cabin crew can earn up to £30,000 and an experienced resort representati ve manager can earn £25,000 a year or more.

TRAVEL & TOURISM PROGRAMMES

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In this secti on, you can fi nd out how to apply for a course at Highbury College. If you’re sti ll unsure, just give us a call on 023 9238 3131 and speak to a member of our Admissions Team, who will be happy to help.

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We want to give you every opportunity to learn about Highbury to ensure that you have We want to give you every opportunity to learn about Highbury to ensure that you have made an informed choice about your future. There are various ways to do this and these are made an informed choice about your future. There are various ways to do this and these are outlined below.

COLLEGE WEBSITEVisit www.highbury.ac.uk to search for courses and apply online, or simply learn more about life at the College.

SCHOOL VISITSWe visit Year 10 and 11 students regularly to talk about the College and the many courses on off er. If you’d like an additi onal visit, please ask your careers advisor or Head of Year to book an appointment with our Schools Liaison Team

OPEN EVENTSWatch out for regular Open Events, which give you the opportunity to visit the College, speak to lecturers and discuss your opti ons.Staff and students will be on hand to give advice and in-depth informati on on subjects, student life and career opti ons. Details of all our Open Events are sent to all the local schools and are adverti sed on our website (see page 5 for this year’s Events).

WELCOME DAYSOnce you’re off ered a place, you’ll be invited to a Welcome Day. This will enable you to meet other people on your programme and prepare for your start date in September.

INFORMATION, ADVICE & GUIDANCEYou can contact our Admissions Team at any ti me by calling023 9238 3131 or emailing [email protected]. Our friendly and experienced team will guide you through the process of choosing and applying for a course and will support you once you start.

TASTER SESSIONSTo sample College life, see our resources, meet teachers and fi nd out what course is best for you, all year 10 pupils are welcome to att end a taster session with us. If your school is not arranging for you to parti cipate in our annual taster days in July, you can book a taster session via the Highbury Website (see opposite for this year’s additi onal Taster dates). Alternati vely call us on 023 9238 3131 or email [email protected] and we’ll book a place for you.

“Taster sessions give you the chance to sample College life, see our resources, meet teachers and fi nd out what

programme of courses is best for you“

CONNECT WITH HIGHBURY

For the latest news, informati on, photographs, events and more you can connect with us via:

www.highbury.ac.uk

facebook.com/highburycollegeUK

twitt er.com/highburycollege

youtube.com/highburycollegeUK

instagram.com/highburycollege

TASTER SESSIONS CALENDARAll sessions run from 4.30pm-6.30pm.Please visit www.highbury.ac.uk reserve your place.

TUESDAY 14 th NOVEMBER 2017WEDNESDAY 15 th NOVEMBER 2017

TUESDAY 6 th MARCH 2018WEDNESDAY 7 th MARCH 2018

TUESDAY 5 th JUNE 2018WEDNESDAY 6 th JUNE 2018

BEFORE YOU APPLYBEFORE YOU APPLY


1. Personal DetailsSurname: ....................................................................................................................................................................................... Mr Mrs Miss Ms DrFirst name: ................................................................................................................................................................................ Middle name(s): ......................................................................................................................................................................................

Date of birth: ....... ....... /....... ....... /....... ....... ....... ....... Age on 31 August 2018: ................................................................................. Gender: Female MaleAddress: ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Postcode: ..................................................................................................................................................................................... Email: .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Telephone (Home/Work): ....................................................................................................................... (Mobile): ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Please note: All correspondance relati ng to your applicati on will be via email unless you noti fy us otherwise

2. Next of Kin Emergency Contact DetailsWho should we contact in an emergency? (Please note, if you are 16 or 17 we will also use this contact informati on to inform them of your progress.) Ideally, if you are under 18, this should be a parent/guardian or carer. If over 18, this could be a spouse, partner or close friend.

.................................................................................................................................................................................................. Relati onship: .................................................................................................................................................................................................

Address (if diff erent from your own): ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Postcode: ..................................................................................................................................................................................... Email: .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Telephone (Home/Work): ....................................................................................................................... (Mobile): ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3. ResidencyHave you been living in the UK/EU for the full 3 years prior to your course start date? YES YES NOIf EU/EEA – which country for the majority of this period? ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

What is your nati onality? .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Are there any restricti ons on your right to stay in the UK? YES NO NOPlease note: If you have not been a resident in the UK/EU for the full 3 years prior to your start date, you will need to provide documentary evidence to verify your status, e.g. Passport/UK Border Agency (Home Offi ce) lett er dated within the last three months/ARC card.

4. LanguageIs English your main Language? YES NO If NO, which is your main language? ..........................................................................................................

5. Course(s) of interestName of course applying for: .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Are you interested in: Full-ti me Full-ti me Part-ti me Apprenti ceships* Prince’s Trust All All*If you are applying for an Apprenti ceship, do you have an employer to support you? YES NO

6. Are you currently studying at another School or College? YES NO

6a. Please state your current/previous School or College: ........................................................................................................................................................................................................

7. Qualifi cati ons & ResultsPlease give details of your qualifi cati ons and results, including those obtained overseas. If you are 16-18 please list allqualifi cati ons. If you are 19+, please list highest qualifi cati on, English & Maths qualifi cati ons and any that are relevant to your chosen course.

Subject Qualifi cati on and level e.g. GCSE Year Grade/Predicted GradeMathemati cs (required) ............................... .......................................................................................................................................................................... ........................................................... ............................................................................................................

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Applicati on FormPart 1 of 3 – HC8

Applicati on FormPart 1 of 3 – HC8

Applicati on Form OFFICE USE ONLYEBS Number

HIGHBURY COLLEGE APPLICATION FORM – HC8 – VERSION 8 – JULY 2017

1. Personal DetailsSurname: First name: Date of birth: Address: Postcode: Telephone (Home/Work): Please note: All correspondance relati ng to your applicati on will be via email unless you noti fy us otherwise

2. Next of Kin Emergency Contact DetailsWho should we contact in an emergency? progress.) Ideally, if you are under 18, this should be a parent/guardian or carer. If over 18, this could be a spouse, partner or close friend.

Name: ..................................................................................................................................................................................................

Address (if diff erent from your own): Postcode: Telephone (Home/Work):

3. ResidencyHave you been living in the UK/EU for the full 3 years prior to your course start date?

Applicati on Form

1. Personal DetailsSurname:

Applicati on Form

Follow the three steps below and you’ll be on yourway to being a student at Highbury College.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?If you would like more informati on and advice about any aspect of applying for a course, please contact the Admissions Team byemailing [email protected] or calling 023 9238 3131.

APPLY ONLINE OR BY POSTONLINEComplete an online applicati on via the Highbury College website www.highbury.ac.uk.Find the course you are interested in and click the ‘Apply’ butt on.

BY POSTComplete the applicati on form opposite and post it back to Highbury free of charge. Submitti ng an applicati on is your chance to tell us about yourself, the course you’re interested in and the qualifi cati ons you’ve already achieved.

ATTEND AN INTERVIEWOnce you’ve completed your applicati on form you’ll be invited in to College. This will be your chance to discuss your chosen course and ask any questi ons you may have about studying at Highbury. We can also make sure that you have made an informed choice about your future study plans to ensure you are on the right track to achieving your career goals.

This interview will enable us to put together a programme of study that’s right for you. We’ll contact you aft er this visit to let you know what happens next.

ENROLBefore starti ng your programme of study you’ll need to come into College and formally enrol. If you’re sti ll at school, this will normally happen in the summer aft er you‘ve received your exam results. However, we will send you instructi ons nearer the ti me making it clear when you should come in to complete this. Please remember that when you come to enrol, you’ll need to show us your exam results and passport or birth certi fi cate – please bring them with you. Once you’ve enrolled, you’re ready to begin your programme of study!

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All details contained in this brochure are correct at the ti me of printi ng. The College reserves the right to alter course fees, or to alter or cancel course provision without prior noti ce.

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8. Criminal convicti onsPlease declare whether you have any relevant* convicti ons or current proceedings against you: YES NO*Relevant proceedings or criminal convicti ons are those of a violent or sexual nature, or involving unlawfully supplying controlled drugs or substances. Failure to declare informati on may result in disciplinary acti on being taken. However, if applying for a course in Support/Teaching, Childcare or Health and Social Care, you will need to declare ALL criminal convicti ons so please indicate Yes to this questi on as all are relevant at this stage of the Admissions process.

9. Support at our College The College welcomes applicati ons from people with additi onal support needs and considers all applicati ons on the same academic grounds. It is helpful to know about any learning diffi culty, disability or mental health illness you may have in advance, so that we can arrange support if required. The informati on you provide will be treated confi denti ally and you will be contacted by our Additi onal Learning Support Team to discuss your needs.

Do you have a disability and/or learning diffi culty? YES NO (If YES, please specify below)Details: ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

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10. Ethnicity This informati on is used for monitoring purposes only, in line with our equal opportunity policy.

Please ti ck the category you feel describes your ethnic origin:

Asian/Asian Briti sh - Bangladeshi (41) Mixed/Multi ple Ethnic Group - White & Asian (37)

Asian/Asian Briti sh - Indian (39) Mixed/Multi ple Ethnic Group - White & Black African (36)

Asian/Asian Briti sh - Pakistani (40) Mixed/Multi ple Ethnic Group - White & Black Caribbean (35)

Asian/Asian Briti sh - Chinese (42) Mixed/Multi ple Ethnic Group - Any other Mixed/Multi ple Asian/Asian Briti sh - Any other Asian background (43) Ethnic background (38)

Black/African/Caribbean/Black Briti sh - African (44) White - English/Welsh/Scotti sh/Northern Irish/Briti sh (31)

Black/African/Caribbean/Black Briti sh - Caribbean (45) White - Irish (32)

Black/African/Caribbean/Black Briti sh White - Gypsy or Irish Traveller (33)

- any other Black/African/Caribbean background (46) White - any other White background (34)

Other Ethnic Group - Arab (47) Any other (98)

Other Ethnic Group - Any other Ethnic (48) Rather not say (98)

12. How did you hear about our college? Website Google/Search Engine School visit Friend/family Course guide/leafl et Live locally Open days Social media Employer Outdoor adverti sing Other (please state below)

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13. Privacy StatementThe purpose of collecti ng your personal data is to off er you advice, guidance and to process your applicati on. Your data may be shared withthe Local Authoriti es, funding agencies, your previous school and other relevant agencies off ering guidance (so that they can track your progressonce you have left school).

If your applicati on is successful, your personal informati on will be held securely in your personal fi le (both paper and electronic) for the durati on ofyour studies, and for 6 further years aft er the end of your last course. It will then be disposed of securely. If your applicati on is unsuccessful, yourpersonal informati on will be held for the rest of the academic year and for a further 12 months and then securely destroyed.

You retain the following rights:• The right to change and correct inaccurate data• The right to access your own data, using the College’s Subject Access Request process.• The right to have your data erased when it is no longer necessary for the purposes menti oned above• The right to withdraw consent, though this might impact on your conti nuing studies• The right to lodge a complaint with the Informati on Commissioner’s Offi ce in relati on to how Highbury College has processed your data

If you have any concerns about the above, please contact [email protected] or zoe.marti [email protected]

I agree to my personal informati on being processed and shared in this way: YES NO

14. Declarati onI hereby declare that the informati on given on this form is correct and I will noti fy the College immediately of any changes. Giving false or misleading infor-mati on to complete this form may lead to immediate suspension. I agree to abide by College rules and regulati ons.

Signature: .................................................................................................................................................................................... Date: ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................

When you have completed the applicati on form please return to:Highbury College (Advice Centre), FREEPOST (PT332), Portsmouth PO6 2BR

HIGHBURY COLLEGE APPLICATION FORM – HC8 – VERSION 8 – JULY 2017

HOW TO FIND US21 43HIGHBURY CAMPUS

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HIGHBURY NORTHARBOUR CENTREUnit 1 HarbourgateSouthampton RoadPortsmouthPO6 4BQ

HIGHBURYARUNDEL CENTREArundel StreetPortsmouthPO1 1SA

HIGHBURY CITY OF PORTSMOUTH CENTREWinston Churchill AvePortsmouthPO1 2DH


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TEL: 023 9238 3131EMAIL: [email protected]

Highbury College publications are available in Braille, audio and large printplease call 023 9238 3131 or email [email protected]

All details contained in this brochure are correct at the time of printing. The College reserves the right to alter or cancel course provision without prior notice.

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