A History of Excellence A Lifetime of Success: Full-Time Courses 2011/12

a history of excellence
A lifeTime of success
full-time courses 2011/12
YOUR FUTURE
STARTS HERE
Contents: Full Time Coure Guide Contents: Courses to Choose From 01
contents courses
1 2 3
Business 38
About Selby More A Level Apprenticeships Business with Office Skills 38
Courses
College Options Accounting 39 Business Administration 120
Caring for Children 44
Carpentry & Joinery 52
Applied Business 41 Childcare 121
Children’s Care, Learning
Applied ICT 87 Construction 122 & Development 44
Welcome 4 Courses for Starters 28 Apprenticeships 118 Art & Design 34 Engineering 124 Electrical Engineering 53
Learning Environment 6 Art, Design & Fashion 30 Degree Level Courses 128 Biology 104 Hairdressing 125 Engineering 55
We’re Here to Help You 10 Business Studies 36 Your Notes 130 Business Studies 41 Health & Social Care 126 Fashion & Clothing 34
Dates to Remember 13 Childcare & Health Beat the Jargon 132 Chemistry 104 Hospitality & Catering 126 Food & Beverage Service/
Student Culture 14 Studies 42
Computing 85 Retail Skills 127 General Cookery 78
Parents & Guardians 18 Constuction &
Engineering 48 English Language 60 Hair & Beauty Studies 73
Every Student Matters 19
General Information 20
English 58 English Literature 60 NVQs Health & Social Care 46
GCSE Programmes 62 English Language & ICT Systems & Principles
Qualifications Explained 22 Literature 61 – Systems Support 84
Geography 64 Beauty Therapy 69
Entry Requirements 24 French 90
Hairdressing & Engineering 55 ICT Users 84
Beauty Therapy 66 German 90 Hairdressing 68 Introduction to the
History 74 Geography 64 Independent Living 28 Hospitality Industry 78
Hospitality & Catering 76 History 74 Spa Therapy 71 Media Production 96
ICT & Computing 82 Law 92 Music Technology 96
Languages 88 Mathematics & Painting & Decorating 54
Law 92 Further Mathematics 93 GCSE Performing Arts 97
Mathematics 93 Media Studies 97 Plastering 52
English 63
Media, Music Technology Physics 105 Professional Cookery 79
& Performing Arts 94 Mathematics 63
Psychology 98 Professional Food &
Psychology 98 Science 63
Religious Studies 101 Beverage Service 80
Public Services 99 Progression, Skills &
Sociology 106
Religious Studies 100
Spanish 91 Award/Certificate Enterprise Course 28
Science 102
Sociology 106
Sport & Physical /Diplomas Public Services 99
Education 111 Sport 110
Sports 108 Art & Design 32 Travel & Tourism 114
Travel & Tourism 112 Beauty Therapy Sciences 71 Vocational Studies 28
Brickwork 50 Wall & Floor Tiling 54
See what a great place All entry levels and courses Still can’t find something Find a course by choosing a level of study, then choose a course that interests you.
this is and what amazing are explained throughout suitable – look at some of
facilities are waiting for you. this Guide. these exciting options.
Section One: About You and Selby College 03
Section
About
Selby
College
04 Section One: About You and Selby College Section One: About You and Selby College 05
welcome to top
performing selby college
Competing for a place at university Europe, means that by choosing
or gaining your first job these days Selby College you’ll be giving
is becoming increasingly difficult, yourself an edge over students
but at Selby College we aim to who choose alternative colleges.
develop high achieving students
We understand how difficult it can
with the ability, confidence and
be deciding what to do when you
motivation to get what they most leave school but don’t worry, Selby
want from life. College has specialist advisors
Selby College is consistently one who can help you make the right
of the top-performing colleges in decisions, so don’t hesitate; return
England and one of only a small your Selby College Application
number of colleges nationally to be Form to your school Careers
“If you want your exam awarded ‘Beacon Status’ for our Advisor as soon as possible and
excellence in teaching. make sure you don’t miss your
results to count, there’s no opportunity to be the ‘best’.
better choice of college At Selby College our students
are at the heart of everything I look forward to welcoming you
than Selby College which we do. We offer a wide range and your friends to Selby College
in September 2011.
has consistently been one of quality courses for all abilities
with first class teaching staff and
of the highest performing
tailor-made guidance and support
further education colleges every step of the way. While we
in England for the past expect you to work hard there are
also plenty of social and sporting Allan Stewart OBE,
eight years.” Principal
activities to get involved in.
All this coupled with our new Ps. Remember places at top-
state-of-the-art £35m campus, performing Selby College fill up
which is one of the most up to date extremely quickly – apply early
educational facilities in Western to avoid disappointment!
FACT *99.1% of students passed their ‘A’ Level examinations in 2010*

Experience the Ultimate

Learning Environment
For more than 25 years The Light Bites Refectory The Learning Resource
Selby College has stood A light and airy space where you Centre (LRC)
can grab a bite to eat or just meet
The Learning Resource Centre, in
at the heart of the local up with your friends, the Light Bites
the Sixth Form Academy Building,
Refectory offers a selection of hot
community providing and cold food and drinks.
houses a diverse collection of
books, journals, online resources,
a diverse range of CD-ROMS, DVDS, maps,
learning opportunities The Coffee Shop newspapers, past exam papers and
A small intimate area in the Jubilee more. As well as 25 bookable PCs
for pre and post 16 Building ideal for escaping the with full internet access, 25 laptops
with wireless internet connectivity
students, adult learners hustle and bustle of college life, the
and more than 110 study areas for
Coffee Shop serves up a variety of
and employers. freshly made sandwiches, cakes, quiet, individual or group work.
hot snacks and speciality coffees
Thanks to a huge £35m from 10am Monday to Friday. Best Computing Facilities
investment over the in North Yorkshire
The Restaurant Selby College boasts more
past few years, Selby Open to staff, students and the than 600 PCs, one for every
College now boasts general public, the Restaurant 1.8 students, each running the
in the Jubilee Building provides latest operating system alongside
some of the most up a range of good quality food commercial and industrial standard
prepared and served by students
to date facilities of any software. Plus, we offer interactive
on our Hospitality courses. whiteboards in most classrooms,
education provider in And, with it’s licensed bar the a virtual Learning environment that
Restaurant is also available to hire can be accessed from any PC with
the area. for private functions. an internet connection and two
Apple Mac computer Suites.*
The Shop *Please note these are used
primarily for the college’s Art
Selling a range of competitively
and Design courses.
priced art materials, stationery,
sweets, gift wrap, cards, stamps,
branded clothing and much more,
the Shop is open from 9am-5.45pm
Monday to Wednesday, 9am-4pm
Thursday and 9am-3pm Friday.
FACT *In 2010, students achieved a 100% pass rate in 24 out of 26

‘A’ Level subjects*
Aspire to be the Best • New high-tech gym featuring

the latest cardiovascular and
Our new state-of-the-art Aspire
resistence equipment,
health and well-being centre has
qualified instructors and free
everything you need to relax,
fitness advice.
revitalise and re-energise including:
• Massive new competition
• Purpose-built Spa, Hairdressing
standard Sports Hall with
and Beauty Therapy salons
a wide range of equipment
offering a diverse range of
available for a variety of activities.
services and treatments,
performed by students with
All these facilities are also
close supervision from highly-
qualified staff, at a fraction of open to staff and the
the normal cost. general public. To make
an appointment or for
more information, please
call Aspire direct on
…to health and well-being 01757 211021.
Bright Start Day Nursery

Bright Start Day Nursery is
located on the college campus
and provides meals, formula and
nappies for up to 53 children aged
three months to five years.
Open from 7.30am-6pm Monday
to Friday, 50 weeks a year, the
nursery is also OfSTED registered
and so qualifies for a Nursery
Education Grant.
FACT *We’re on your doorstep so you don’t have to travel for hours
– if you are thinking of studying elsewhere check the travel times first!*
we’re here to help you
At Selby College we Student Services Counselling Fees EMA is a payment of up to £30 per The British Army
week to help with the cost of your
want to ensure that Here you’ll find fully qualified, We understand that sometimes There are no tuition fees for Bursary Scheme
education e.g. transport, books
highly-skilled staff who are able you might have personal problems anyone enrolling on a Full-Time If you are thinking about joining the
every student has the to offer free impartial advice that affect your studies but that Course between the ages of and visits.
Army after completing your college
and guidance to all existing and you don’t want to discuss with 16 and 18. If you think you may be entitled to
opportunity to achieve prospective students on everything your GST. Counselling gives you
studies you can apply to the Army
Students aged 19+ who begin claim EMA, please ask your school for sponsorship, with successful
their true potential, from career options and financial the opportunity to talk openly
a Full-Time Course in 2011/12 will for an Application Form. applicants also receiving relevant
assistance to transport. about your concerns safe in the work experience in an Army Team.
which is why we’ve For more information please call knowledge that what you say will
be required to pay course fees,
Adult Learning Grant (ALG)
details of which can be attained The courses the Army sponsor
developed a specialist Student Services on 01757 211040 remain private.
from Student Services. If you are aged 19+, you may be
are vocational in nature and
(Mon to Thurs 8.30am – 5.00pm, eligible for an Adult learning Grant
team of staff who are Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm) Additional Support For more information please
(ALG). ALG is a similar scheme to
currently include BTEC First
call Student Services on Diploma in Public Services,
there to support you Selby College is committed
01757 211040.
EMA but specifically designed for BTEC First Diploma in Sport,
Guidance and to ensuring that all students, adults aged 19+ studying for their
and help you take BTEC First Diploma in ICT and
Support Tutors (GSTs) including those with disabilities
Education Maintenance first full Level 2 or 3 qualification. NVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery.
responsibility for your All full-time students are allocated and learning difficulties, are treated
fairly so that they are able to make Allowance (EMA) For more information on either of For more information please
own learning. a Guidance and Support Tutor
the most of their time at college. If you are aged between 16 and these schemes please contact contact Student Services
(GST) who will oversee your Student Services on 01757 211040. 01757 211040.
18 and your household income
progress and attendance at In order to achieve this, our
is less than £30,810 per year you
college and is the first person you Skills Team (a specialist group
may be entitled to claim Education
can turn to if you have a problem. of advisors) will work with your
Maintenance Allowance (EMA).
Lecturers and GSTs to help you
Tutor groups meet on a weekly
develop the skills you need to
basis and cover a range of topics
successfully complete all parts of
including personal development,
your college programme.
study skills and careers education
and guidance. You will also meet If you require any additional
individually with your GST to
support, please tell us about
discuss your progress.
this on your Application
Form. We will then discuss
it with you individually and
confidentially in an interview.
FACT *Last year 28 vocational areas recorded a 100% pass rate*

We understand there’s a lot to think about right now and we don’t

expect you to remember everything which is why we’ve put together this
timetable to show you what to expect during the application process.
October At the end of your interview you September

will be told whether you have an
Schools Liaison Team Visits – Enrolment – immediately after the
unconditional offer of a place,
A team of specialist Selby College publication of your GCSE results
a conditional offer, a referral to
staff will visit local schools including you’ll need to enrol on your course
another course or a refusal. All
Barlby High School, Brayton to confirm that you want to take
decisions will be confirmed in
College, Carlton Holy Family RC up your place at Selby College.
writing within one week.
High School, Selby High School The process should take no longer
and Knottingley High School, *If you attend one of our partner than two and a half hours but
to give a presentation on Selby high schools (listed above) your remember to bring your GCSE
College and hand out information. school will send your application results slips with you.
form to Selby College on your Starting College – We understand
November & March behalf. If you attend any other the first week at college can be
Open Events – You and your school please send your pretty scary so we’ve tried to
parents/guardians will be invited application form direct to make it as easy as possible. You’ll
to visit the college on one of our us asap. start a day earlier than the current
open events. students to give you plenty of time
Saturday 6th November 2010, April to get to know the staff, make new
9.30am – 1.00pm Course Introduction Evening – friends and help you find your
Tuesday 9th November 2010, You and your parents/guardians way around the campus. You will
6.00pm – 8.30pm will be invited to attend a Course also be invited to take part in a
Tuesday 8th March 2011, Freshers Fayre, providing loads of
Introduction Evening where you
6.00pm – 8.30pm information and fun activities you
will be able to meet staff and other
students you will be studying with. can get involved in.
January/February
There is no closing date for August If at any stage you wish to
applications – but it is advisable Advice Day – On the day your discuss our courses your
to complete your form by the GCSE exam results are published application, or if you have any
end of February at the latest.* Selby College offers an Advice Day concerns at all, please do not
You will be invited to attend an for students requiring help and hesitate to contact Student
interview, either at your school clarification about their particular Services on 01747 211040.
or at the college, to discuss your situation. It is advisable to make an
choice of course. This will be appointment with Student Services
private and will be carried out by before calling into college, you can
experienced Central Admissions do this by calling Student Services
staff or a subject specialist. Tel: 01757 211040.
FACT *We have an excellent track record in helping our students in to

university and employment*
Fantastic Student Culture
At Selby College we realise that

education is more than just
studying, it’s also about making
new friends, the place and the
social life. That’s why we go
to great lengths to combine
quality learning and success
with a variety of amazing
enrichment activities.
FACT *Our fantastic student culture means you’ll get to make lots of new friends*
Trips in the UK Sports Academies If you are applying for an

‘A’ Level programme and want
We organise a variety of trips and Clubs to join the Football Development
including Alton Towers, Blackpool At Selby College we want you to Centre please check with
Pleasure Beach, Lightwater Valley, be the best at whatever you do Student Services beforehand.
The Clothes Show, London, the and that includes sport which is
theatre, cinema and many more. why we’ve set up a Golf Academy, Football Development Centre
in conjunction with Selby Golf males and females train
Trips Abroad Club, and a Football Development separately.
Each year students also take Centre, for both male and female
part in a number of trips abroad, students. Students’ Union
these have included visits to Students receive expert tuition Selby College values your
Barcelona, Munich, Krakow, from fully qualified, highly-skilled opinions. We have an active
Berlin, Torremolinos and sports coaches and will be Students’ Union which meets
Disneyland Paris. expected to take part in a number regularly to discuss college issues
of competitions throughout and represents the student body
Music, Street the year. on a number of committees
Dance and Drama including the Board of Governors,
Each academy has been designed the Equality and Diversity
If you play an instrument, sing, to provide a specialist programme committee and the Health and
dance or act, we have a number which runs alongside students’
Safety committee.
of performance groups for you to main academic subjects enabling
get involved in. those with a passion for the sport The Students’ Union also arranges
to develop their skills. It does not a number of events and activities
The Duke of Edinburgh’s provide an overall qualification in as well as trips.
Gold Award Scheme either Football or Golf.
Plus, you can make your voice
This award is available to those We also offer a range of inter- heard through the Student
students who wish to participate college leagues including Council.
in the Gold Award. Badminton, Hockey, Golf, Football,
All students can purchase the
Basketball, Cricket and Volleyball,
NUS Extra card, this will give you a
as well as Rugby coaching.
wide range of discounts in shops,
Please note: Membership of restaurants, cinema etc. If you’re
either academy is subject to not sure whether your favourite
students being released from shop offers student discount
their studies. – just ask!
FACT *We are committed to providing you with the best education – applying
to Selby College really is one of the best decisions you’ll make in your life!*
A note To Parents
and Guardians Every Student Matters
At Selby College we trust our We know however that the
transition from school to adult life
‘Every Child Matters’ is 1. Be Healthy
We offer lots of opportunities for you to find out about healthy lifestyles,
a Government initiative
students and expect that they will can sometimes be difficult. That
is where we ask you as parents,
aimed at ensuring the
and provide free drinking water and healthy meal options.
to provide the vital home support

take responsibility for reaching and encouragement at every health and well-being
stage of your son or daughter’s
2. Stay Safe
their chosen goals. We believe learning. Your involvement is
of every young person
We take the safety of all our students seriously and have a Health and
critical to them and to the college. up to the age of 19.
this will allow them to develop Safety Committee and a designated safeguarding policy in place to
We will provide you with updates Selby College is make sure that the college is a safe and welcoming environment in
and adopt the mature approach on your son or daughter’s

progress. And, should you committed to meeting
which to work and learn.
needed in the critical stages choose to receive our new

Parents’ Newsletter you’ll get all
the aims of this
initiative, which are that 3. Enjoy and Achieve
of their lives, be it in another the latest Selby College news
delivered straight to your inbox. Your success is our top priority and there are lots of opportunities to
every child or young
Full-Time or Part-Time Course, To sign up for the parents’ person, whatever
take part in our varied programme of social activities.
newsletter just contact the

employment, undertaking a Marketing Department tel: their background or
01757 211075 to leave your
circumstances, should: 4. Make a Positive Contribution
vocational or Degree Level email adress.
We want you to get involved in the college, for example by being a
Course at Selby College or Student Rep or by joining the Students’ Union – we value your opinion.
university.
5. Achieve Economic Well-Being
We will give you all the help possible to ensure you can complete your
course and progress successfully on to your next step.
At Selby College, every student matters!
FACT *We were the first college in Yorkshire to be graded ‘Outstanding’* FACT *Our computer facilities are some of the best in Yorkshire!*
General Information
Getting to and A copy of this Guide is also Smoking

available in a larger print size for
from Selby College those with visual impairments.
In the interest of public health,
Selby College is a smoke free
The college offers a
environment therefore smoking
comprehensive network of travel Work Experience
is not allowed inside any college
routes in partnership with local bus As part of your course you may be building. It is only permitted in
companies and North Yorkshire involved in a work or vocational designated areas.
County Council. A leaflet with experience placement. If your
bus times and pick up points is placement is a formal part of your As you leave
available from Student Services; course you will work closely with
call 01757 211040. your Tutor to ensure that both you
Selby College…
and your placement provider are Your Tutors will write a detailed
Hopper buses from Selby bus and
fully prepared and have access to reference, which will be made
train stations run every 30 minutes
all the information required. Work available on your behalf for up
to Selby College.
experience may also be arranged to five years. Further advice is
We will do our best to sort out on an individual basis to enhance available on ‘A’ Level Results Day
any transport difficulties on career prospects. and all students are followed up
an individual basis. For those and their destinations confirmed.
travelling by car, there is plenty
of car parking available on the
Statement of Policy Safeguarding Policy
college campus. Applications are considered on
Selby College recognises its
merit and students are welcomed
moral and statutory responsibility
Support for people irrespective of gender, race,
to safeguard and promote
religion, disability, marital status
with disabilities the welfare of students. We
or age.
work to provide a safe and
Selby College recognises the
welcoming environment where
needs of students with disabilities. Complaints students are respected and
There are designated disabled car Selby College has a Complaints valued. We are alert to the
parking spaces. Ramp access and Procedure, for more information signs of abuse and neglect
toilets with access for wheelchairs please contact Reception on and follow our procedures to
are available. Students with 01757 211000 or Student Services ensure our students receive
disabilities can access the majority on 01757 211040. effective support, protection and
of college rooms. We also have
justice. Selby College expects
the Skills Team (see page 10)
Governors, staff and volunteers
who are able to deal with your
working on behalf of the college
individual needs.
to share this commitment.
FACT *Our huge enrichment programme offers a great range of trips abroad*
Qualifications Explained
With so many Foundation Learning ‘A’ Levels – Applied ‘A’ Levels Diplomas NVQ Level 2/3
qualifications available Foundation Learning (FL) provides (‘AS’ and ‘A2’ Level) Some of the ‘A’ Levels we offer The Diploma is a new alternative You may choose to study an NVQ,
a stepping stone to Diplomas, are Applied ‘A’ Levels. Applied ‘A’ qualification to GCSE and which provides a specialist course,
GCE ‘A’ Level is well known as one
to choose from these GCSEs, Apprenticeships,
of the main academic routes into Levels are a more vocational and ‘A’ Levels for 14-19 year olds. closely related to an occupation.
employment or independence. There are no examinations, but
next two pages Higher Education as well as for practical form of ‘A’ Levels in the Whether you’ve got a career in
you have to prove that you are
All courses have the same three professional employment. It is an same way that Applied GCSEs are. mind, hope to go to university
provide a more sections: Functional Skills in intensive course of study requiring They are likely to appeal to you or want to keep your options
competent to carry out your work
English, Maths and ICT; Personal if you prefer a more coursework- activities.
detailed explanation and Social Development;
motivation and a high level of
based assessment.
open, a Diploma is the perfect
study skills. Our wide range of way to progress. It offers a mix
of the different types Vocational Skills. subjects offers you many routes of classroom learning, creative
BTEC Nationals
of courses on offer at Vocational Skills of progression to suit your own thinking and hands-on experience.
You may choose a particular individual needs. Diplomas are high quality
You gain a range of essential skills
Selby College. vocational route at Level 1, such vocational qualifications
and knowledge, general and work
‘A’ Levels are divided into ‘AS’
as Construction or Hairdressing recognised by employers,
Level and ‘A2’ Level. Usually these specific, and you’ll develop these
and Beauty Therapy, or you may professional groups and
are studied over two years with the in an exciting and creative way.
decide to follow an Entry Level universities. They are among the
‘AS’ Level being taken at the end
best work-related alternatives to A Diploma is designed to give
course such as Independent of year one and the ‘A2’ Level at
‘A’ Levels and are equivalent to you a feel for different work and
Living, Supported Employment the end of year two*. We expect
three ‘A’ Levels. study environments. You get the
or Progression, Skills and that most students will take four
opportunity to apply what you’ve
Enterprise (PSE). subjects at ‘AS’ Level in year one They focus on building up the
learned in real situations, and also
Functional Skills and then progress into year two skills and knowledge you need
get a taste of what it’s like to study
concentrating on three of these to be successful in the vocational
You will receive lots of help to at college.
subjects at ‘A2’ Level. If you wish area and are assessed by
improve your skills in English,
to take more subjects you may assignments not examinations.
Maths and ICT.
supplement your year two ‘A2’
Personal and Social Level subjects with additional
Development ‘AS’ Level programmes or an
You will receive help to build your extended project.
confidence, self-esteem and
* Progression to ‘A2’ Level is
motivation so that you can develop
subject to satisfactory performance
the skills necessary to gain
at ‘AS’ Level.
employment or progress to
further education.
FACT *We organise visits to the theatre, to sporting events and debate
groups – check out our range of fabulous enrichment activities*
entry requirements
– WHAT do you need?
Are They Exact? Will I Need to Pass After you have made an
Entry requirements are Entry Level Courses application, you will have a
No. They are a guide to help Certain GCSE Subjects?
a guide to the general Choose an Entry Level Programme for example; our PSE you decide what level of course These are general requirements
discussion with our trained
Student Services staff who will be
level of qualifications or other Entry Level Certificate programmes. you should be considering. to give you an idea of where to able to advise you about the best
start. Some courses will require
you would expect Generally, you would expect to
different skills, for example ‘A’
course for your requirements and
move to the next level above the for your success.
to have in order BTEC Introductory courses, NVQ Level 1 level you attained at school (e.g.
Levels generally need an intensive
level of study and in some cases
to be considered Students will generally have achieved E and F grades Foundation Level is equivalent
individual subjects need certain
What happens if I
to five GCSEs at grade D, so if don’t get the grades?
in their GCSE examinations. grades at GCSE. BTEC National
for a particular you received these at school,
Diploma courses require slightly Don’t worry. Selby College offers a
you should expect to enrol on
course, though each Intermediate Level courses at
different skills. range of courses at many different
levels. Our Student Services
application will be dealt BTEC First Diploma, NVQ Level 2 Selby College. Intermediate Level You should obtain course leaflets
advisors will help you to choose
is the equivalent of five GCSEs at (available from Student Services
with on its own merits. Students will need to have achieved 4 GCSE at
grade C and if you received these on 01757 211040) and come a suitable course.
grade D or above. results at school you would expect and talk to staff at our two Open
Whichever level you start at it is
So what are the to move on to an Advanced Level Evenings and Saturday Open
possible, if you achieve well,
Morning (see back cover of this
general requirements? course and so on).
Course Guide for dates and times)
to progress to a course at the
BTEC National Diploma, NVQ Level 3, to find out which course suits you.
next level.
Access Courses* AS/A2 Levels
Students will need to have achieved 5 GCSEs at
grade C or above.
Higher Education: Foundation

and Full Honours Degrees
Students will generally need to have successfully
completed a Level 3 programme of study e.g. AS/A2 levels,
BTEC National Diploma, NVQ Level 3.
*Students who apply for Pre-Access and Access courses are usually
considered for entry on the basis of their Functional Skills, life and work
experience, rather than on formal qualifications held.
FACT *Our new construction and engineering building has the latest facilities
to help you develop a range of employable skills*
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courses to help you get started
Progression, Skills and Independent Living/ BTEC Foundation Learning
Enterprise Course Supported Employment Vocational Studies
Duration: 11 or 22 weeks Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year
Course Level: Entry Course Level: Level 1 Course Level: Level 1
PSE gives you the opportunity to: This vocational course provides you with the This is a one year work related course covering
• Try a different taster course every 11 weeks* opportunity to develop basic life, independent a variety of different aspects which have been
• Develops your skills in English, Maths and ICT living and work-related skills. identified as important to different employment
The Independent Living course aims to assist areas. It provides the perfect opportunity to
• Develops the skills you require to gain
you to develop a wide variety of skills to allow you to improve your grades and progress
employment or progress into further study
become an autonomous learner. on in college.
• Helps you gain qualifications
• May provide allowances for training and The Supported Employment course aims to What will I study?
childcare costs enable you to develop the necessary skills and You will look at a variety of different areas
• Supports you in finding employment or a competences for finding future employment. including:
course you want to study What will I study? • Practical Sport
You will be respected as an individual, that’s • Travel & Tourism
The work focuses on a variety of areas
why we have developed our programme • ICT
including:
around you. • Healthy Living
• Health & Safety
What will I study? • Preparation for Employment • Work Skills & Employability
You will undertake learning in three core areas: • Nutrition & Cooking You can also enhance your career prospects
• Communication Skills by taking additional qualifications in Personal
• Functional Skills
• Shopping Finance and Modern Office Skills.
English, Maths and ICT.
• Budgeting What next?
• Workskills
• Travel Training
C.V. writing, applying for jobs and interview On completion of this course to a good
techniques. You will also have the opportunity of a short standard it can be used as a stepping stone
work placement and to gain a range of office to a vocational area of your choice, whether
• Taster Course Awards
skills certificates at an appropriate level. it is a Level 2 course at college or directly into
Arts and Crafts, Sport, Business Studies or
Construction. (One in the first 11 weeks and What next? employment.
another in the second 11 weeks.) This course gives you the opportunity to
• Personal and Social Development progress towards personal goals in education,
Team building, communicating, interacting training and/or employment.
as well as drug and alcohol awareness. You could go on to other college courses
When can I start and how many hours such as Foundation Level Programmes or
do I have to do? NVQ Level 1.
September, January or Easter.
19 hours per week.
What next?
This course gives you the opportunity to gain
qualifications and develop your skills to find
employment, be an apprentice or join full time
Further Education.
*Up to a maximum of 22 weeks per student
See page 24 for Entry Qualification codes None Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4/5 For more information: tel 01757 211000 visit www.selby.ac.uk email info@selby.ac.uk
Art, Design
and Fashion
Level 2 Level 3
Courses Courses
BTEC Level 2 Diploma BTEC Level 3 Extended

in Art & Design Diploma in Art & Design
BTEC Level 3 Extended

Diploma in Art & Design
(Fashion & Clothing)
AS Level / A2 Art and Design
See page 24 for Entry Qualification codes None Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4/5
Art, Design & Fashion Courses
in Art and Design Diploma in Art and Design
Art and Design Art and Design
Duration: 1 year Duration: 2 years
Course Level: Level 2 Course Level: Level 3
This course offers a general introduction to This is a fast-paced course full of exciting
a wide range of art and design subjects. It new experiences. You start out with a general
is suitable for anyone who wants a career in introduction and later specialise in an area that
art and design but feels they need time to suits your particular skills and interests. The
experiment with different media and materials course covers a huge range of experiences
and gain confidence before making up their relevant to career pathways in graphic design,
mind. It is also designed for students who have illustration, fine art, teaching, photography and
not yet got the skills or qualifications needed to many more.
tackle a full Level 3 Extended Diploma.
What will I study?
What will I study? Year one: The emphasis is on discovering what
The main areas of study are: really excites you about art and design. You will
• Fine Art • Textiles experiment with a broad range of materials and
• Graphic Arts • 3D work techniques, building skills in areas such as:
• Fashion • Lens-Based Media • Graphic Design • Printmaking
Emphasis is placed on drawing, visual research • Photography • Textiles
and exploring the work of other artists and • Drawing • Painting
designers. Individual topics may include • Animation • Sculpture
painting, photography, computer graphics, • Digital imaging • Collage
experimental mixed-media, screen printing, • Illustration • Mixed-Media
relief printing, fashion design and creative Year two: You will consider your preferences
textiles. for university degree courses and build a
What next? portfolio in your chosen area of specialisation.
Project work is individually tailored to meet your
Students who gain a Merit in their final
particular needs and develop your strengths.
assessments can progress on to a relevant
Our staff team has a huge range of experience
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma such as
and we can get you working one-to-one with
Art and Design, Fashion and Clothing or
an expert who can guide your creativity.
Media Production.
What next?
The vast majority of students move on to
Higher Education – the best preparation for
those seeking rewarding jobs. We have an
excellent record of placing students with
prestigious universities.
Previous students have made a success in
areas such as graphic design, illustration,
print-making, fine art, web graphics, teaching,
photography, advertising and digital imaging.
Art, Design & Fashion Courses
AS/A2 Level Art and Design
Diploma in Art and Design
(Fashion & Clothing) Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years
Duration: 2 years Course Level: Level 3
Course Level: Level 3
This is a general course intended to develop
This course introduces a range of ideas and students’ art and design skills, expressive
skills as well as offering practical opportunities capabilities and creative powers. It is suitable for
to explore personal creativity while learning how anyone who considers Art and Design crucial
to design and produce a range of garments. to their future career choices or who simply
Particular emphasis is placed on the design wants to continue with Art having gained a good
and construction of high-quality products, but grade at GCSE. You need to be committed to
the development of drawing skills alongside an intensive course of study and prepared to
computer-aided design and textiles techniques devote a lot of time to the production of high-
is an integral part of the course. quality work. This involves detailed and wide-
ranging research into the work of other artists
What will I study? and designers and an experimental approach to
The main areas of study are: materials and image-making.
• Fashion Design What will I study?
• Pattern Cutting
The course explores a wide variety of media
• Garment Construction and places a clear emphasis on all types
• Presentation Techniques of drawing and painting. You will learn to
• Fashion Marketing experiment with many techniques in order to
• Experimental Textiles develop strong ‘start points’ that can be later
• Computer-Generated Design Techniques worked up using different materials, processes
In year one you will be taught how to make a and technologies. There is a lot of flexibility in
variety of garments to the highest of standards, terms of the specialist areas students can move
while in the second year you will be encouraged into, especially in the second (A2) year with
to work more independently to create personal possible subjects including:
collections of clothing which will be displayed • Painting • Illustration
at the end of year Art, Design and Media • Surface Design • Dyed Textiles
Exhibition and modelled in the annual Fashion • Packaging • Printed Textiles
Show – a totally unforgettable experience! • Photography • Interior Design
What next? • Screen Printing • Typography and
•R elief Printing Letterforms
The vast majority of students move on to Higher
Education, as this is the best preparation for What next?
those seeking rewarding jobs and we have ‘A’ Level students who want to progress on to
an excellent record of placing students with Art and Design degree courses at university will
prestigious universities. need to undertake a further one-year Diploma in
Many students who study Fashion and Clothing Foundation Studies in Art and Design in order to
go on to eventually work in areas such as gain the experience required.
fashion design, pattern cutting, manufacture,
business marketing and promotion, illustration,
costume, fashion photography and textiles.
business
studies
Level 2 Level 3
Courses Courses
BTEC First in Business BTEC National in Business

with Office Skills
AS Level / A2 Accounting
AS Level / A2 Applied
Business
AS Level / A2 Business
business courses business courses
BTEC First in Business
BTEC National in Business AS/A2 Level Accounting
with Office Skills
Duration: 1 year Duration: 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years
Course Level: Level 2 Course Level: Level 3 Course Level: Level 3
This course provides students with This course is designed to provide a specialist This is an interesting, practical and useful
underpinning knowledge of the different work-related qualification in Business. It is a subject, providing a valuable insight into all
types of business organisations and the popular vocational course in which you will financial aspects of commercial and non-
activities carried out inside them. develop practical and theoretical skills which commercial organisations.
will prepare you for work or further study.
What will I study? What will I study?
You will study 11 modules including: What will I study? The course allows you to develop knowledge
• Business Purposes You will study 18 different units including: of accounting techniques and assess their
• Business Organisations relevance and limitations as an information
• The Business Environment
• Financial Forecasting system.
• Marketing
• People in Organisations • Business Accounting You will become proficient at interpreting
• Enterprise • Recruitment and Selection accounting information and producing
You will also have the opportunity of a short • Business Resources results for a variety of interested parties
work placement and to study additional e.g. management, shareholders and
You can also enhance your career prospects
qualifications in Personal Finance and employees, while assessing the influence
by taking additional qualifications in Personal of social, economic, legal and technological
Modern Office Skills. Finance and Modern Office Skills. factors on accounting decisions.
Certificate in Personal Finance – Institute Certificate in Personal Finance – Institute What next?
of Financial Services (IFS) You will have the of Financial Services (IFS) You will have the
opportunity to gain the valued IFS Certificate in Students who successfully complete this course
opportunity to gain the valued IFS Certificate in
Personal Finance to improve your chances of may choose to go on to Higher Education or
Personal Finance to improve your chances of
employment. You will learn what influences how seek employment at an appropriate level.
employment. You will learn what influences how
we spend or save money and how to become we spend or save money and how to become
competent at managing money. At present competent at managing money. At present
Selby College is the only provider of this course Selby College is the only provider of this course
in the area. in the area.
Modern Office Skills All BTEC Business Modern Office Skills All BTEC Business
students have the opportunity to learn modern students have the opportunity to learn modern
office skills such as text and word processing, office skills such as text and word processing,
mail merge and audio transcriptions in our mail merge and audio transcriptions in our
office workshop. office workshop.
What next? What next?
Students who successfully complete this Students successfully completing the BTEC
course may choose to progress on to the National in Business may progress on to Higher
BTEC National in Business, or seek Education at university or may choose to
employment in administration, clerical work, enter into employment in accounting, retailing,
general office or business-related jobs. financial services or marketing.
business courses
AS/A2 Level AS/A2 Level
Applied Business Business Studies
Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years
We offer this as an alternative for students who This course is designed to give you a critical
prefer a more practical and coursework based understanding of organisations, their markets
approach compared to the examination only and their external environment. It provides a
AS/A2 Level Business Studies course. valuable insight into all financial aspects of
commercial and non commercial organisations.
What will I study?
AS Level: What will I study?
• Investigating Business The AS Level examines the challenges and
issues of starting a new business through the
• People in Business
key functions of marketing, finance operations
• Financial Planning & Monitoring and people.
A2 Level students will also produce a business The A2 Level looks at the bigger picture
plan for a new product amongst other topics. including; strategic issues, change
The course provides an excellent opportunity management and the external environment.
to develop both business knowledge and This course may not necessarily produce
practical skills. successful entrepreneurs but it will provide
What next? you with a sound knowledge and theoretical
understanding of business behaviour, as well as
Students who successfully complete this course equipping you with decision-making techniques
may choose to progress on to Higher Education and encouraging you to think critically about
or seek employment at an appropriate level. business activity.
What next?
Students who successfully complete this course
may choose to go on to Higher Education or
seek employment at an appropriate level.
childcare and
health studies
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Courses Courses Courses
BTEC Foundation Learning BTEC First in Children’s BTEC National in

Introductory Diploma in Care, Learning & Children’s Care, Learning
Caring for Children Development & Development
BTEC First in Health BTEC National in Health &

& Social Care Social Care (Health Studies)
childcare & health studies childcare & health studies
BTEC Foundation Learning BTEC First in Children’s Care, BTEC National in Children’s
Introductory Diploma in Learning and Development Care, Learning and
Caring for Children Duration: 1 year Development
Duration: 1 year Course Level: Level 2 Duration: 2 year
This one-year course will prepare you, through
practical experience and study, to work with
This course will provide you with the skills This two-year programme of study, combined
and understand the needs of young children
necessary for gaining knowledge and with practical experience, will prepare you for a
from 0 to 8 years.
experience in working in health and with career working with children.
children, and aims to give you the opportunity What will I study?
What will I study?
to develop: You will develop a basic understanding of
• Work Related Skills The course covers a range of subjects
childcare as well as spending some time in
• Working with Others including:
appropriate placements. This will be two days
• Personal and Social Skills a week with some blocks weeks. Course • Childcare Practice
• Communication Skills Tutors and Placement Supervisors • Learning in the Early Years
will continually assess students’ progress. • Child Health
What will I study? • Applying Sociology
What next?
You will study a number of areas including: • Physical Activities
• Personal Learning and Thinking (PLTS) Many of the students who are successful on
The programme follows a two-week cycle, six
the course continue their studies on the BTEC
• Communication Skills with Children days in college and four days in a placement
National Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning
• Planning for the Physical and Emotional working with children. The course is demanding
and Development.
Needs of Children but rewarding, it gives you a true insight into
• Creative Activities for Children Please note: A police check will be carried out on working in a range of childcare settings.
• Keeping Children Safe your suitability to work with children which you will
be required to pay for. What next?
• Learning Experiences for Young Children
You will be required to purchase a uniform (T-shirt) On completion students may seek employment
What next? as a Nursery Nurse in schools, nurseries or
to wear on your placement.
Many students who successfully complete hospitals. Alternatively, they may continue on
this course continue their studies on the BTEC to higher education courses in Early Years and
First Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Family Studies, Paediatric Nursing or Primary
Development or the BTEC First Diploma in Teaching.
Health and Social Care. However, some have Please note: A police check will be carried out on
gone on to seek employment in the private or your suitability to work with children which you will
voluntary sectors. be required to pay for.
In order to progress you need to pass the You will also be required to purchase a uniform
course and your overall performance on the (T-shirt) to wear on your placement.
course must be good.
Please note: A police check will be carried out on
your suitability to work with children which you will
be required to pay for.
You will also be required to purchase a uniform
(T-shirt) to wear on your placement and to pay
£20 towards the cost of materials.
childcare & health studies
BTEC First in Health BTEC National in
& Social Care Health & Social Care
Duration: 1 year Health Studies
Course Level: Level 2 Duration: 2 years
This broad-based course allows you to
develop the knowledge and skills needed for
This is a rewarding and challenging course that
practical work in health care or early years.
prepares you for a career working in a caring
What will I study? environment.
You will develop a basic understanding of all What will I study?
aspects of health and social care as well as
The course looks at many areas including:
spending one day per week in an appropriate
placement with some block weeks. • Human Anatomy
• Physiology
What next? • Lifespan Development
On successful completion of the course many • Diet & Nutrition
students choose to continue their studies on • Health Psychology
an Advanced Level course such as the BTEC
You will also have the opportunity to gain
National Diploma in Health and Social Care
experience in a range of health and social care
(Health Studies) or BTEC National Diploma in
settings in order to relate theory to practice and
Children’s Care, Learning and Development.
explore career options. This will be a one day a
Please note: A police check will be carried out on week placement with some block weeks.
be required to pay for. What next?
You will be required to purchase a uniform (T-shirt) On successful completion of the course you will
to wear on your placement. be able to progress on to further training in such
areas as nursing, social work, occupational
therapy, hospital management or enter careers
in housing services or community care.
Alternatively you may choose to undertake a
Degree programme in such areas as Social
Science and Health Studies. See also Selby
College’s range of Foundation Degrees. See
page 126 for details.
Please note: A police check will be carried out on
be required to pay for.
You will be required to purchase a uniform (T-shirt)
to wear on your placement.
construction
and engineering
Level 1& 2 Diploma BTEC First in Engineering BTEC National Award

in Brickwork in Engineering & NVQ
NVQ Level 2 Performing Level 2 Performing
Level 1& 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations Engineering Operations
Carpentry & Joinery
BTEC National in
Level 1& 2 Diploma Engineering
in Plastering
construction & engineering courses
Level 1 & 2 Diploma Celebrating Success at Selby College
in Brickwork
Duration: 1 year
Course Level: Level 1 or 2
Developed in response to the industry’s

request for broader training, to improve the
skills, knowledge and understanding of the
future workforce this course provides a basic
introduction to bricklaying.
What will I study? Name: Aaron Leaper
In Year 1 you will study the following areas: Course: Diploma in Brickwork
• Health & Safety Bricklaying is a competitive industry, but
• Storing Materials & Equipment Selby College student Aaron Leaper
• Information, Quantities & Communicating with proved he could cut it with the best when
Others he was placed third in the bricklaying
• Working Efficiently regional heats of the UK SkillBuild 2010
• Knowledge of Building Methods & competition.
Construction Technologies
Despite being one of only two Level 1
• Brick & Block Work Walling
students in the contest, and aged only 17
• Basic Setting Out of Walls & Positioning
at the time, Aaron beat off stiff competition
of Buildings
from around 40 full time students and
In Year 2 you will study the same modules as apprentices from 16 different colleges
Level 1 but at a higher level. In addition, new across the Yorkshire and Humber area.
areas will be covered including:
Aaron said; “When my name was called for
• Load & Unload Resources
third place I was in total shock and even
• Contribute to Maintaining Work Relationships
more so when they announced that our
• Prepare & Mix materials
heat had been the highest scoring out of all
• Prepare Components
the 15 other heats held nationally.”
• Position Components to Line
However his tutor Gavin Grimbley, thinks
What next? Aaron’s success is just the beginning he
You must successfully complete Level 1 before said; “This achievement, against some
you can progress on to Level 2. Those who of the best from other colleges in our
successfully complete both levels will be ideally area, shows the level and quality of the
placed to pursue careers in the industry. work students are attaining here at Selby
College and places us firmly on the map
of colleges delivering quality construction
courses.”
For more Celebrating Success stories please

visit: www.selby.ac.uk
construction & engineering courses construction & engineering courses
Level 1 & 2 Diploma in Level 1 & 2 Diploma
New Construction/Electrical Electrical Engineering
Carpentry & Joinery in Plastering NERW
201
1
Courses – September 2011 FO
Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year
Course Level: Level 1 or 2 Course Level: Level 1 or 2 As one of England’s top Course Level: TBC
Developed in response to the industry’s Developed in response to the industry’s

performing colleges, This course is intended for those who aim to
request for broader training, to improve the request for broader training, to improve the Selby College is constantly gain employment in the electrical engineering
skills, knowledge and understanding of the skills, knowledge and understanding of the sector.
future workforce this course provides a basic future workforce this course provides a basic
developing new courses The qualification will help students to acquire
introduction to carpentry. introduction to plastering. to ensure our students are basic competences within electrical engineering
What will I study? What will I study? equipped with the skills and to obtain first level qualifications before
progressing to other levels.
In Year 1 you will study the following areas: In Year 1 you will study the following areas:
and knowledge relevant Course content is likely to include:
• Safe Use of Woodworking Hand Tools • Storing Materials and Equipment
• Timber Jointing Techniques • Working Relations
to today’s industries and • Using and communicating Technical
• Use of Portable Power Tools • Preparing Materials for Plastering changing markets. Information
• Storing Materials & Equipment • Working safely in an Electrical Engineering
• Prepare Backgrounds
• Working Efficiently The following two pages feature a number Environment
• Cutting
In Year 2 you will study the same modules as of courses that are in the early stages of • Working Efficiently and Effectively in Electrical
In Year 2 you will study the same modules as development but which we are hoping to Engineering
Level 1 but at a higher level. In addition new
areas will be covered including: Level 1 but at a higher level. In addition new • Assembling and Testing Electrical Circuits,
offer at our specialist new Engineering and
areas will be covered including: Maintaining Electrical Equipment and Circuits
• First Fixing Before Plasterwork Construction Building from September 2011.
• Second Fixing After Plasterwork • Fixing Sheet Material • Wiring and Testing Electrical Panels/
(Please see our Website for the latest details
• Internal/External Solid Plastering Components Mounted in Enclosures
What next? of new courses).
• Floor Screeding • Forming and Assembling Electrical Cable
You must successfully complete Level 1 before • Fibrous Plastering (casting & fixing) Enclosure and Support Systems
you can progress on to Level 2. Those who
successfully complete both Levels 1 and 2 What next? See our website for an update on this course
will be ideally placed to pursue careers in the You must successfully complete Level 1 before
industry. you can progress on to Level 2. Those who
successfully complete both levels will be
ideally placed to pursue careers in the industry.
construction & engineering courses construction & engineering courses
NVQ Level 2 Performing
Painting and Decorating Wall and Floor Tiling BTEC First in Engineering
NERW
201
1 NERW
201
1 Engineering Operations
FO FO
Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year
Course Level: TBC Course Level: TBC Course Level: Level 2 Course Level: Level 2
An introductory level course which is likely to An introductory level course which is likely to This one-year course enables you to gain This one-year course enables you to gain
include the following course content: include the following course content: experience with some of the practical and experience with some of the practical and
mechanical aspects of engineering. mechanical aspects of engineering.
• Storing materials and equipment – how to • Storing materials and equipment
order materials safely using the correct lifting • Working efficiently What will I study? What will I study?
techniques • Form sand and cement screeds You will develop both practical skills and You will be required to develop workshop skills
• Working efficiently – team working, • Prepare backgrounds for tiling theoretical knowledge in engineering disciplines in machining and should become competent
organising workloads and associated • Tile floor surfaces in a workshop and classroom environment. in the use of lathes and milling machines and
paperwork, keeping and monitoring records welding techniques.
What next?
• Preparing the work area – the correct way See our website for an update on this course
If you successfully complete this course you What next?
to use dust sheets, remove blinds, curtains,
will be able to enter employment in a variety If you successfully complete this course you
carpets, shelves, hooks
of engineering occupations or may decide will be able to enter employment in a variety
• Preparing surfaces for painting including to progress on to the National Award and of engineering occupations or may decide
stripping wall coverings NVQ Level 2. to progress on to the BTEC First Diploma
• Applying paint materials by brush and roller in Engineering.
– using various paints on ceilings, walls,
window frames, doors and metal work by
roller and brush
• Hanging basic wallpapers to wall areas
See our website for an update on this course
construction & engineering courses
BTEC National Award in Engineering
& NVQ Level 2 Performing
BTEC National in Engineering
Engineering Operations
Duration: 1 year
Duration: 1 year Course Level: Level 3
Course Level: Level 2 & 3
This is a one year course that allows students
This is a one year course that allows who have proven successful on the National
progression to an Advanced Apprenticeship Award and NVQ 2 programme to complete the
or continuation on to the National Diploma in full National Diploma which can pave the way
Engineering for those who may wish to go on to into and Advanced Apprenticeship or Higher
Higher Education. Education.
You will complete six BTEC Units for the You will complete a further 12 BTEC units which
National Award including Maths and Mechanical will top up the National Award to a full Diploma.
Principles, as well as developing practical skills As well as Maths, Science and Business related
in centre lathe turning, milling machining and subjects, you will also take on a project which
CAD as part of the NVQ. will involve designing and manufacturing
something engineering related of your choice
What next? utilising the skills and experiences gained from
Many students progress on to Engineering your previous studies.
Apprenticeships although the option to return What next?
to college to top up the National Award to a
National Diploma is available. Many students progress to Advanced
Engineering Apprenticeships or into
Higher Education through college or
university programmes.
For more information: tel 01757 211000 visit www.selby.ac.uk email info@selby.ac.uk
english
Level 3
Courses
AS/A2 English Language

AS/A2 English Literature
AS/A2 English Language
& Literature
english courses english courses
AS/A2 English AS/A2 English AS/A2 English
Language Literature Language & Literature
Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years
‘A’ Level English Language is very different ‘A’ Level English Literature builds on knowledge This course combines elements from the
from GSCE English Language. This course and understanding developed at GCSE. It is study of both language and literature and is
allows you to develop your knowledge of an ideal choice for those who like reading and particularly suitable for those wanting to develop
written and spoken English and learn a new analysing novels, poetry and plays. both their creative and analytical skills.
‘toolkit’ of grammatical terminology to help you
understand how texts work.
AS students will study two novels, two AS Level students will look at both literary texts
What will I study? collections of poetry and two drama texts. (novels, poems, plays etc), as well as a range of
There is a great emphasis on the study of A2 Level students will extend their analytical non-literary texts (adverts, articles, leaflets etc).
written and spoken texts however, you will skills by studying a range of novels, poetry and You will also study language change in the
also learn about new varieties influenced by plays. In addition, they will research the social, analysis of two novels from different periods.
technology and gender. historical and political context of texts, discuss At A2 Level you will analyse the differences
The work involves a mixture of class teaching, critical opinions and develop the ability to argue between speech and writing, study a play and
group work and research projects. viewpoints. develop your skills in comparing literary and
A2 Level students will develop their subject What next? non-literary texts.
knowledge further, through the study of
This course is essential to those thinking about What next?
historical texts and how children acquire
studying English Literature at university but Students who successfully complete this
language. They will also develop skills in writing
students who successfully complete this course course may progress on to higher education
for different audiences and purposes and will
may also progress on to higher education courses in Teacher Training, Public Relations,
have the opportunity to undertake their own
courses in Teacher Training, Public Relations, Marketing, Cultural Studies, Gender Studies
research project.
Marketing, Cultural Studies, Gender Studies and Journalism.
What next? and Journalism.
This course is useful to those thinking of taking
a degree which involves linguistics or language
study, but students who successfully complete
this may also progress on to education
courses in Teacher Training, Public Relations,
Marketing, Cultural Studies, Gender Studies
and Journalism.
GCSE COUrses
GCSE GCSE
GCSE English
Duration: 30 weeks
Science
Duration: Part Time (evening only)
Programmes
Course Level: – Course Level: –
This course is designed for students who wish This course is aimed at students requiring a
to re-sit their GCSE English or for first time single GCSE Science qualification. It covers
takers of GCSE English who have been out of aspects of Biology, Chemistry and Physics and
the academic arena for a number of years. It is assessed by examination and coursework.
includes coursework and exams.
GCSE GCSE
Courses
Mathematics
GCSE English Duration: 9 weeks short course
GCSE Mathematics This course is specifically aimed at students who

achieved grade D in the summer examination.
GCSE Science
It is an intensive course lasting approximately
nine weeks.
Duration: 30 weeks
This is aimed at students who would benefit

from studying Maths over a longer period,
allowing for more practice. Depending on the
standard reached at school students will be
able to take either GCSE Maths at Foundation
Level (grades C-F) or GCSE Statistics.
geography
AS/A2
Geography
Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years
Geography relates to the world around us, it is

topical, it is exciting and students are always
actively involved in learning, either in the
classroom or on field trips.
What will I study?
The course consists of four main areas:
• Rivers, Processes and Management
• Population Studies
• Coastal Environment
• Health Issues
What next?
Around 50% of Geography students go on
to study a Geography discipline in Higher
Education. With their skills of analysis and
synthesis developed at ‘A’ Level and Higher
Education.
Geography students are highly employable in
areas such as Oceanography, Town Planning,
Local Government, the Travel Industry,
Environmental Management, Analysts roles
and Teaching.
hairdressing and
beauty therapy
Level 1 NVQ Certificate Level 2 NVQ Diploma Level 3 NVQ Diploma

in Hairdressing in Hairdressing in Hairdressing
Level 1 NVQ Certificate Level 2 NVQ Diploma Level 3 NVQ Diploma

in Beauty Therapy in Beauty Therapy in Beauty Therapy
Higher Diploma in Hair Level 3 NVQ Diploma

and Beauty Studies in Spa Therapy
BTEC National in Beauty

Therapy Sciences
Advanced Diploma in
Hair and Beauty Studies
hairdressing & beauty therapy courses hairdressing & beauty therapy courses
Level 1 NVQ Certificate Level 2 NVQ Diploma Level 3 NVQ Diploma Level 1 NVQ Certificate
in Hairdressing in Hairdressing in Hairdressing in Beauty Therapy
Duration: 1 year Duration: 2 years Duration: 1 year part-time dependant Duration: 1 year
on experience*
This course offers a basic introduction to This is a creative course offering practical This course offers a basic introduction to
hairdressing and is primarily intended for those hands on experience in hairdressing with This course is suitable for anyone already Beauty Therapy and is primarily intended for
students who have not achieved at least four teaching taking place in our state-of-the art in possession of a Level 2 Hairdressing those students who have not achieved at least
GCSE passes at grade D or above. commercial salon. qualification or equivalent, who wants to build two GCSE passes at grade C or above.
What will I study? What will I study? on their existing skills and develop new ones. What will I study?
The course offers hands on experience in: The course examines the structure of hair and What will I study? It offers hands on experience in a choice of:
• Health & Safety skin in detail as well as the chemistry of the It offers hands on experience in a choice of: • Health & Safety
products used by hairdressers. It should be • Customer Care
• Customer Care • Health & Safety
noted that there is a large amount of science • Team Building
• Team Building • Customer Care
involved in this course. • Reception Skills
• Reception Skills • Creative Cutting
It also offers hands on experience in: • Basic Manicure & Facial Treatments
• Shampooing & Conditioning Hair • Creative Colouring
• Blow Drying Hair • Health & Safety • Colour Correction You will be taught in our state-of-the-art salon,
• Customer Care • Creative Extensions which is open to the general public and mirrors
Because you will be taught in our state-of-the- • Cutting the industry; you will therefore be assessed not
• Creative Hairdressing Skills
art salon which is open to the general public • Colouring only in aspects of beauty therapy but also on
and mirrors the industry, you will be assessed • Dressing Long Hair
• Blow Drying punctuality and reliability
not only in aspects of hairdressing but also on • Business Finance
• Setting What next?
punctuality and reliability. What next?
The salon operates on a commercial basis Progression on to the Level 2 NVQ Diploma
What next? and mirrors the industry; therefore you will be There are many local, national and international
in Beauty Therapy from this programme is
Progression on to the Level 2 NVQ Diploma assessed not only in aspects of hairdressing career opportunities open to the qualified
upon successful completion of the Level 1
in Hairdressing from this programme is but also on punctuality and reliability. You will Hairdresser. These include work in salons,
NVQ Certificate, a successful interview and
upon successful completion of the Level 1 also have the opportunity to gain a number of department stores, hotels, health farms and
reference.
NVQ Certificate, a successful interview and additional qualifications to boost your career cruise liners.
reference. prospects; these include manicure, advanced *The duration of the programme will depend upon
nail techniques and cosmetic make-up. the individual student’s abilities and experience
of working within the industry. Most students
What next?
complete within one year, but for those with less
With additional qualifications, opportunities experience it may take longer.
exist to work as a product manufacturer
technician, a sales representative, a trainer
or assessor, and also within the fields of
trichology, television and theatre.
This programme is also available as a
Work Based Learning Apprenticeship.
hairdressing & beauty therapy courses hairdressing & beauty therapy courses
Level 2 NVQ Diploma Level 3 NVQ Diploma Level 3 NVQ Diploma BTEC National in Beauty
in Beauty Therapy in Beauty Therapy in Spa Therapy Therapy Sciences
Duration: Year 1 of a 2 year Programme Duration: Year 2 of a 2 year Programme Duration: Year 2 of a 2 year Programme Duration: 2 years
Course Level: Level 2 year 1 and Course Level: Level 3 Course Level: Level 3 Course Level: Level 3
Level 3 in year 2
This is the second year of a two-year programme This is the second year of a two-year This is a two-year Level 3 programme aimed
This is the first year of a two-year programme. in which you will have successfully completed programme in which you will have successfully at those students who have achieved five
In year 1 you will study the Level 2 NVQ the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy in the completed the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty GCSE passes at grade C or above. It is a fast
Diploma in Beauty Therapy and on successful first year. Therapy in the first year. paced and demanding programme with heavy
completion, in year 2, you will go on to study You need to be aware that the Level 3 NVQ weighting on its specialist business and science
What will I study?
either Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy Diploma in Spa Therapies contains a lot of content.
or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Spa Therapies. The course covers areas in:
holistic and massage therapies. What will I study?
This programme is aimed at those students •H
ealth & Safety
•C
ustomer Care What will I study? The course offers hands-on experience in:
who have achieved at least two GCSE passes
at grade C or above preferably in English and •B
ody & Facial Electrical Treatments The course covers areas in: • Beauty Therapy Treatments
a Science. It is a complex programme that •E
lectrical Epilation • Health & Safety • Indian Head Massage
requires a high degree of commitment from the •S
elf Tanning Services • Sauna, Steam and Hydrotherapy Treatments • Advanced Nail Technology
student. It should also be noted that there is a •S
ingle Eyelash Extensions
• Body Massage Treatments • Explore Complementary Therapies
large amount of science involved in this course. You may also complete qualifications in Acrylic
• Stone Therapy Treatments • Electrical Facial & Body Treatments
What will I study? Nail Extensions and/or Indian Head Massage
qualifications. • Body Wrapping & Flotation Treatments • Epilation
The course covers areas in:
• Indian Head massage • Aromatherapy
• Health & Safety What next?
• Aromatherapy Massage The course includes aspects of business and
• Customer Care There are many local, national and international
You may also complete qualifications in Acrylic science including organisational practices
• Team Building career opportunities open to qualified Beauty
Nail Extensions and/or Indian Head Massage and procedures, marketing and anatomy and
• Reception Skills Therapists including work in salons, department
qualifications. physiology, which are taught separately by
• Manicure & Pedicure stores, hotels, health farms and cruise liners.
specialist tutors.
• Facial Treatments With additional qualifications, opportunities exist What next?
You may also complete Stone Therapy and
• Depilation to work as a manufacturer technician, trainer or There are many local, national and international Reflexology qualifications over the duration of
You may also complete qualifications in Body assessor. career opportunities open to qualified Spa the programme.
Massage and an intensive Anatomy and Therapists including work in salons, hotels,
As you will be taught in our state-of-the-art
Physiology qualification. health farms and cruise liners.
salon, which is open to the general public and
You will be taught in our state-of-the-art salon, mirrors the industry, you will be assessed not
which is open to the general public and mirrors With additional qualifications, opportunities exist
to work as a manufacturer technician, trainer or only in aspects of beauty therapy but also on
the industry; you will therefore be assessed not punctuality and reliability.
only in aspects of beauty therapy but also on assessor.
What next?
punctuality and reliability.
On completion of the National Diploma,
What next? students are ideally placed to progress onto the
On successful completion of the Level 2 NVQ Higher National Diploma in Related Therapies
Diploma in Beauty Therapy, you will progress or Media Make-Up, a Foundation Degree or a
on to the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Degree in Beauty Therapy or Complementary
Therapy OR Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Spa Therapies.
Therapies.
hairdressing & beauty therapy courses
Higher Diploma in Hair Advanced Diploma in
and Beauty Studies Hair and Beauty Studies
Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years
This is a two-year Level 2 programme aimed at This is a two-year Level 3 programme aimed at
those students who have achieved at least one those students who have achieved at least one
of English or Maths GCSE at grade C the other of English or Maths at GCSE grade C the other
at D, plus 3 other subjects at grade D. at D plus 4 other subjects at minimum grade C.
The course covers areas in: The course covers areas in:
• Health & Safety • Health & Safety
• The world of hair and beauty • Business Location & Design for the Hair &
• The science of hair and beauty Beauty Sector
• The history of hair and beauty in society • Events Management & Enterprise for the Hair
• Business systems and processes and Beauty Sector
• Exploring skin care and make-up • Scientific Product Research, Manufacturing,
• Exploring hair care and styling Design and Development within the Hair &
• Exploring hand care and nail art Beauty Sector
In addition to the above, you will complete • Cosmetic Science
Level 2 Functional Skills in English, Maths • Explore the World of Spas
and Information Technology (IT). There will be • Exploring Business Management for the Hair
an option of two pathways for the additional & Beauty Sector
specialist learning in either hairdressing or • Business Planning & Finance within the Hair
beauty therapy. and Beauty Sector
• Exploring Media & Image within the Hair &
What next? Beauty Sector
Students completing the Higher Diploma in Hair There will be an option of two pathways for
and Beauty Studies will not be ‘job ready’ and the additional specialist learning in either
will need to complete the specialist Hairdressing Hairdressing and Beauty or ‘A’ Levels.
or Beauty Therapy qualification to work in the
relevant industry. In addition to the above students will need to
complete Level 2 Functional Skills in English,
Students may progress onto ‘A’ Levels or the Maths and Information Technology (IT) if they
Advanced Diploma in Hair and Beauty Studies do not already hold these qualifications.
or any other appropriate Level 3 qualification.
What next?
Students completing the Advanced Diploma
in Hair and Beauty Studies will not be ‘job
ready’ and will need to complete the specialist
Hairdressing or Beauty Therapy qualification to
work in the relevant industry.
Students may progress on to Higher Education.
history
AS/A2
History
The first-year (AS Level) topics cover British

and European history between 1890 and 1941,
and in the second-year the subjects turn to
Nazi Germany (1933-45) and Russian history
between 1855 and 1964.
The emphasis is on skills development, and you
will learn how to analyse and evaluate original
source documents, and how to construct good
historical arguments using reliable information
and source materials.
What will I study?
This is an exciting and relevant course which
maps the colossal changes in the world order
from 1850 to 1950. We cover a vast range of
topics, including among us:
• The world-historical impact of dictators such
as Hitler and Stalin
• The great changes in early 20th-century
British society which affected ordinary people
• The origins of the two World Wars and the
Cold War
• Rebuilding of Europe after 1918
What next?
Most history students go on to university,
either to study history as a single subject or in
combination with another discipline.
Popular careers for history students include law
and journalism, human resources management,
politics and teaching.
hospitality
and catering
Entry Level Level 1 Level 2
Entry Level Award in Level 1 Certificate in General Level 1 Diploma in

Introduction to the Food & Beverage Service / Professional Food &
Hospitality Industry Certificate in General Beverage Service
Cookery
Level 2 Diploma in
Certificate in Professional Professional Cookery
Food & Beverage Service
Level 1 Diploma –
Introduction to Professional
Cookery
hospitality & catering courses hospitality & catering courses
Entry Level Award in Level 1 Certificate in General Level 1 Diploma – Introduction Level 2 Diploma in
Introduction to the Food & Beverage Service/ to Professional Cookery Professional Cookery
Hospitality Industry Certificate in General Cookery Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year
Duration: 10 weeks Duration: 26 weeks Course Level: Level 1 Course Level: Level 2
Course Level: Entry Course Level: Level 1
This practical programme is designed to This vocational course is a progression from the
This course is an ideal starting point for those This course will provide you with a progression introduce you to the Catering Industry. Level 1 Introduction to Professional Cookery. It
wanting to develop and practice basic catering route from the Entry Level Award. It is ideal is ideal for you if you want to gain employment
What will I study? as a Chef.
and food safety skills required for employment for those wanting to gain basic skills and
The practical units will teach you to prepare You will learn, develop and practice the skills
and/or progression in the hospitality sector. knowledge in all areas of food preparation,
and cook a range of commodities, while the needed for a career in the Hospitality and
cooking and service.
What will I study? investigative and theoretical units provide a Catering industry.
During the course you will develop your What will I study? broad understanding of all aspects of kitchen
knowledge of the hospitality industry and learn You will study a combination of theory and operations, essential for those aspiring to work What will I study?
the basic skills required in customer service. practical skills in the following areas: in the industry. During the course you will develop your
In the kitchen you will acquire good food • Customer Service What next? knowledge of food processing, cookery and
preparation and cooking skills. • Food Safety kitchen operations in our working kitchens.
On successful completion of the course many
What next? • Food Preparation & Cooking students choose to continue their studies on the You will learn how to prepare meat, fish,
•P reparing & Serving Drinks & Foods Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery. shellfish, poultry and game, prepare desserts,
On successful completion of the course prepare and present canapés and cocktail
in Varying Styles
some students will progress on to the Level 1 products as well as learning how to ensure that
• Knowledge of Healthy Eating & Food
Certificate in Food and Beverage Service/ appropriate food safety practices are followed.
Commodities
Certificate in General Cookery.
On successful completion of the course some On successful completion of the course some
students will progress on to the Level 1 Diploma students may choose to continue their studies
in Food and Beverage Service or Professional further or enter the workplace.
Cookery.
hospitality & catering courses
Level 1 Certificate in Level 2 Diploma in Professional
Professional Food Food & Beverage Service
& Beverage Service Duration: 1 year
Duration: 1 year Course Level: Level 2
This course covers all aspects of food and
This course is ideal for anyone who wants beverage service. It will allow you to develop a
to work front of house within a hospitality full understanding of the role and expectations
environment. It covers all aspects of food and on workers within the hospitality industry.
beverage service. What will I study?
What will I study? During the course you will study:
During the course you will cover the following • Food and Beverage Service Skills
subject areas: • Handle Payments
• Food Safety • Principles of Customer Service
• Health & Safety • Menu Knowledge and Design
• Legislation in Food & Beverage Service • Principles of Beverage Product Knowledge
• Menus What next?
• Payments
• Bar Skills students may choose to gain experience and
• Hot Beverage Skills employment before returning to further their
• Workplace Skills studies in the future.
What next?
students choose to continue their studies on the
Level 2 Diploma in Food & Beverage Service,
while some will choose to pursue careers in the
hospitality industry.
ict and
computing
Level 2 Level 3
Courses Courses
BTEC First for IT Users Diploma in ICT Systems and

Principles – Systems Support
Certificate in ICT
Systems and Principles AS/A2 Level Computing
– Systems Support
AS/A2 Level Applied
Information Communication
Technology (Single Award)
AS/A2 Level Applied

Information Communication
Technology (Double Award)
ict & computing courses ict & computing courses
Certificate in ICT Systems Diploma in ICT Systems
BTEC First for IT Users & Principles – Systems Support AS/A2 Level Computing
& Principles – Systems Support
Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year Duration: 1 year per level
Course Level: Level 2 Course Level: Level 2 Course Level: Level 3 Course Level: Level 3
This hands-on course is mainly software This is a practical hands-on course from This is a one-year hands-on practical course This course allows you to learn how to solve
orientated and further builds on the skills City and Guild, featuring an additional unit; from City and Guilds that will fully prepare and IT problems using computer programming. The
learned at GCSE. For a more hardware IT Essentials, a CISCO vendor unit which qualify you for work in the IT Industry. main language we will use is Visual Basic.Net.
orientated course see the Award in ICT will allow you to gain both a vocational IT It can be taken in conjunction with most other
What will I study?
Systems & Principles. qualification and a CISCO certificate upon ‘A’ Level programmes including Applied ICT
successful completion. This will fully prepare You will need to successfully complete the
What will I study? following units to gain the full certification: What will I study?
and qualify you for work in the IT Industry.
You will study a wide variety of computer • Customer Support Provision As well as learning to program you will develop
applications, including presentation software, What will I study? an understanding of how contemporary
• Install, Configure & Upgrade ICT Software
website design, spreadsheets and databases You will need to successfully complete the computer hardware and software systems work
• ICT Systems & Network Management
to present and handle information. You will also following units to gain the full certification: and an appreciation of the consequences of
• Repair Centre Procedures
gain a basic understanding of how ICT systems • Customer Support Provision the use of computers.
• Implementing & ICT Systems Security
are constructed and the function of the various In Year 1 you will be assessed on your problem
• Install & Configure ICT Equipment & Procedure
types of hardware and software. solving, design, programming, testing and
Operating Systems
Assessment is portfolio based i.e. coursework, Additional Programme evaluation skills using a problem devised by
• Install, Configure & Maintain Software
there are no examinations. This unit allows you to demonstrate an the exam board.
• ICT Repair Centre Procedures
understanding of the processes involved in In Year 2 you will undertake a project
What next?
Additional Programme installing, configuring and upgrading computer involving the analysis of your own choice
Many students will progress on to one of the operating systems.
This is an industry recognised qualification of realistic problem followed by the design
higher level courses such as Applied AS Level
from CISCO and is designed to allow you Please Note: You must possess a Level 2 and development of a fully programmed and
in ICT, Certificate in ICT Systems and Principles
to demonstrate an understanding of the IT Practitioner qualification in hardware documented solution.
– Systems Support, or enter employment.
processes involved in installing, configuring and a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C Please Note: Exams account for 65% of the
and upgrading computer systems both or above including Maths and English to be overall grade on this course with coursework
hardware and software. You will develop considered for this course which is assessed making up the remaining 35%.
techniques for effective communication with via a portfolio of evidence.
others to support your role as a computer What next?
service technician. What next?
Past students have progressed on to Higher
Upon successful completion of the course you Education at university or entered the IT
What next?
will be well equipped for a range of careers industry at an appropriate level. Computer
Upon successful completion of the course you within the IT industry. You will also be qualified programming is used in many industries
will be well equipped for a range of careers to undertake a range of specialist qualifications including science and business for simulation
within the IT industry or you can progress on such as CISCO CCNA and/or higher education and problem solving.
to the Level 3 Diploma in ICT Systems and courses such as the Foundation Degree in
NB: This course primarily focuses on
Principles – Systems Support. Systems and Networking awarded by Leeds
programming rather than IT. For those wanting
Metropolitan University at Selby College.
to study hands-on hardware you may prefer the
Certificate in ICT Systems and Principles –
Systems Support.
ict & computing courses
AS/A2 Level Applied AS/A2 Level Applied
Information Communication Information Communication
Technology (Single Award) Technology (Double Award)
Duration: 1 level per year Duration: 1 level per year
This course gives you the opportunity to This course gives you the opportunity to
become highly proficient in the use of a wide become highly proficient in the use of a wide
variety of computer applications and skills. variety of computer applications and skills, both
It is particularly suitable for those wishing to software and hardware. It is particularly suitable
develop IT software skills. It can be taken for those wishing to develop IT software skills.
in conjunction with most other ‘A’ Level It can be taken in conjunction with most other
programmes including business and science. ‘A’ Level programmes including business and
computing.
What will I study?
You will develop practical skills in: What will I study?
You will develop practical skills in:
AS Applied ICT
• Using ICT to communicate (coursework) AS Applied ICT
• How organisations use ICT to communicate • Using ICT to Communicate (coursework)
(exam) • How Organisations Use ICT to Communicate
• ICT Solutions for Individuals and Society (exam)
(coursework) • ICT Solutions for Individuals & Society
(coursework)
A2 Applied ICT
• System Specifications (coursework)
• Working to a Brief (coursework)
• Communicate Using Computers (coursework)
• Artwork and Imaging (coursework)
• Introduction to Programming (coursework)
• Developing and creating websites
(coursework) A2 Applied ICT
• Working to a Brief (coursework)
What next? • Artwork & Imaging (coursework)
Past students have progressed on to Higher • Developing & Creating Websites (coursework)
Education studying either a related Degree • Software Development (exam)
programme or Foundation Degrees such as • Networking Solutions (coursework)
Systems and Networking awarded by Leeds • Database Design (coursework)
Metropolitan University, but delivered at Selby
College. (see page 128 for details). What next?
Past students have progressed on to Higher
NB: An Information Communication Technology
Education studying either a related Degree
course is ideal for those wanting to become an
programme or Foundation Degrees such as
expert at using computers, but for those wishing
Systems and Networking awarded by Leeds
to actually program computers Computing may
Metropolitan University, but delivered at Selby
be a better option.
College. (see page 128 for details).
NB: An Information Communication Technology
course is ideal for those wanting to become an
expert at using computers, but for those wishing to
actually program computers Computing may be a
better option.
languages
Level 3
Courses
AS/A2 Level French

AS/A2 Level German
AS/A2 Level Spanish
lanGuage courses lanGuage courses
AS/A2 Level French AS/A2 Level German AS/A2 Level Spanish

The course aims to build on the knowledge The course aims to build on the knowledge The course aims to build on the knowledge
acquired at GCSE and will help you further acquired at GCSE and will help you further acquired at GCSE and will help you further
develop skills in speaking, reading, writing and develop skills in speaking, reading, writing and develop skills in speaking, reading, writing and
listening to French, as well as encouraging an listening to German, as well as encouraging an listening to Spanish, as well as encouraging an
awareness of the cultural differences between awareness of the cultural differences between awareness of the cultural differences between
Britain and French speaking countries. Britain and Germany. Britain and Spanish speaking countries.
What will I study? What will I study? What will I study?
AS Level students will study aspects of youth AS Level students will study aspects of youth AS Level students will study aspects of youth
culture, sport and leisure, relationships, youth culture, sport and leisure, relationships, youth culture, sport and leisure, relationships, youth
problems and employment. problems and employment. problems and employment.
A2 Level students will study aspects A2 Level students will study aspects A2 Level students will study aspects
of contemporary society, immigration, of contemporary society, immigration, of contemporary society, immigration,
environmental issues and new media. environmental issues and new media. environmental issues and new media.
What next? What next? What next?
Upon successful completion many students Upon successful completion many students Upon successful completion many students
choose to go on to university to study courses choose to go on to university to study courses choose to go on to university to study courses
in languages or those with a European or in languages or those with a European or in languages or those with a European or
international dimension, or combine a language international dimension, or combine a language international dimension, or combine a language
with other subjects such as Chemistry, Law or with other subjects such as Chemistry, Law or with other subjects such as Chemistry, Law or
Business Studies. Business Studies. Business Studies.
law mathematics
AS/A2 Level Mathematics
AS/A2 Law
& Further Mathematics
Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years
Who makes laws and how do they affect us? This course is perfect for those who enjoy the
What are the consequences of injuring or challenge of problem-solving or who want to
killing someone? What can I do if I am injured develop their mathematical skills to support
as a result of someone’s negligence? These other subjects.
are all issues tackled in this subject.
What will I study?
What will I study? With Modular Mathematics, you will study six
You will study a range of topics including: modules including statistics, mechanics and
• The English Legal System decision maths, according to your interests.
• Criminal Law In addition, you can study more modules and
• Principles of Negligence be accredited with an extra AS or A2 Level in
• Law of Tort Further Mathematics.

Upon successful completion many students Many students take Mathematics together
choose to go on to Higher Education to study with Science in order to pursue a science
law-related courses. or engineering career, others go on to take
Degrees in Mathematics. Employment
opportunities exist in business, insurance work
and operational research/statistical work.
media, music
technology &
PERFORMING ARTS
Level 3
Courses
BTEC Level 3 Certificate

in Music Technology

Diploma in Media Production
AS/A2 Level Media Studies
BTEC Level 3 Certificate

in Performing Arts
media, music technology & PERFORMING ARTS courses media, music technology & PERFORMING ARTS courses
BTEC Level 3 Cetificate AS/A2 Level 3 Extended AS/A2 Level BTEC Level 3 Certificate
in Music Technology Diploma in Media Production Media Studies in Performing Arts
Duration: 2 years (Yr 1 Level 3 Certificate, Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years (Yr 1 Level 3 Certificate,
Yr 2 Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma) Yr 2 Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma)
Do you want to direct a live studio magazine Media Studies is mainly an analytical course
Do you want to be a music publisher, sound broadcast, produce your own drama that gives you the opportunity to study the This subject allows you to study and explore
technician or audio engineer-technician? How programme or experiment with photography contribution mass media makes to the the role of drama and musical theatre inside
about a job in radio production or film music? and lens-based technology? How about understanding of the world in which we live. the Performing Arts.
If so, this is the course for you. trying your hand at sound recording, radio Armed with the analytical tools needed, you
production, animation or journalism? If so, this will produce two pieces of coursework, from What will I study?
Music Technology is an expanding area for could be the course for you. Our approach is a set brief. These will include a moving image As part of the core unit you will learn the key
employment and is the future for musicians lively and practical and students get involved and a print-based document. principles of acting which will be centred
who wish to work in a vibrant and exciting with the technology from day one.
What will I study? on two key drama practitioners and two key
industry. Those with digital music skills are
What will I study? performances that are fundamental to the
always in high demand. You will study a range of media including: practitioner’s approach. You will consider a
You will use state-of-the-art equipment to • Advertising • Radio
What will I study? range of techniques, discover how to interpret
explore the key aspects of audio-visual media • Newspapers • Television
You will concentrate on the key aspects of and realise a performance text, and how to
including:
music technology including: • Magazines communicate this effectively to an audience.
•D igital Video Production
• Music Production Techniques In addition, the course examines the debates and In addition to the core unit, you will have the
•V ideo Editing
issues surrounding audience - how the media opportunity to explore musical theatre and a
• Sequencing Systems and Techniques •P hotography
select and address their audience, as well as range of dance skills.
• Sound Recording •A nimation the role of stereotyping, ideology and the use of
• Sound Creation and Manipulation •D igital Imaging You will also undertake an in-depth and
semiotics. This is not a media production course,
• Historical Context •S ound Recording but there is a production element, in that the practical investigation into a chosen area of
• Acoustics & Engineering •T he Film & Television Industry students will be required to use Adobe Premier interest from within the performing arts sector.
What next? and Photoshop for the practical coursework
elements.
Most students will go on to complete the Level 3 This programme gives an excellent grounding Past students have gone on to study Degree
Subsidiary Diploma which is equivalent to one for students who wish to study Media Degree What next? programmes in Drama, Performing Arts or
‘A’ Level but some could progress on to the full courses at university and students typically Past students have gone on to study Media Teaching, but this course can also offer a
Diploma, equivalent to two ‘A’ Levels. progress on to Media Production or related related Degrees at university such as Journalism route into employment within the performance
The course is an ideal introduction for those areas such as Photography or Multimedia. and Cultural Studies. There is a range of career industry.
wanting to progress on to Music Technology Others go directly to employment in a range options available in the fields of teaching,
Degree programmes in Higher Education. of occupations such as theatre administration, marketing and journalism to name but a few.
advertising, media promotion and even self-
employed promoter.
psychology public services

BTEC Diploma in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
AS/A2 Level Psychology
Public Services in Public Services (Uniformed)
Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: 1 year Duration: 2 years
This course introduces you to Psychology; This one-year programme allows you to This is a physically demanding course
the study of human behaviour and thought. develop a range of skills and techniques, that is designed to examine careers in the
It attempts to understand people’s motives, personal qualities and attitudes essential for uniformed services. It is ideal for those seeking
emotions and cognitive processes while successful performance in working life. employment in any of the public services
attempting to appreciate individual differences such as the Armed Services, Police, Fire or
What will I study?
amongst human beings. Ambulance Service, Prison Service, Security
The main focus is on careers in the uniformed Service or Customs and Excise.
What will I study? services, for example, Police, Fire Services,
You will cover a variety of subjects including: Prison Service, Security or Armed Services. What will I study?
• Memory and Eyewitness Testimony You will study the role of all of the above in You will study a variety of areas including:
• Abnormality society and gain an insight into the types of • Elements of Law
• Conformity and Obedience careers available within each service • Politics
• The Formation, Maintenance and Breakdown • International Perspectives
What next?
of Relationships • Physical Fitness
Students may enter employment in the public
• Paranormal Phenomena In addition, there will be a number of residential
service sector or progress on to the BTEC
• Aggression visits, trips and expeditions throughout the
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services.
• Eating Behaviours and Disorders course, as well as the opportunity to gain
additional qualifications in First Aid, Leadership
What next? Awards.
Past students have progressed on to degrees You must be physically fit and an ability to swim
in Psychology, Educational Psychology, is desirable
Forensic Psychology, Occupational
Psychology and any pathway related to What next?
the Social Sciences and Humanities such Successful candidates may go on to Higher
as combined degrees in Psychology and Education or enter employment in one of the
Criminology, Sociology and Psychology. uniformed services.
religious studies
AS/A2 Level
Religious Studies
Religious Studies gives you a wide

understanding of the major technological
and philosophical traditions that underpin
the biggest faiths. It offers you the chance to
gain knowledge to be able to fully understand
the complexity of beliefs and their impact on
society.
What will I study?
You will be able to study:
• Aspects of one or more religions
• Key concepts and terminology used
• Significant people
• Traditions and movements
• Major issues
• Questions and relationships with other
aspects of human experiences
What next?
Religious Studies is an ideal complement to
Humanities Degrees. The subject teaches you
research skills, argument construction and
methods of interpretation, as well as bringing a
sound general knowledge to subjects such as
History, Sociology, Psychology and Literature.
It is also an excellent entry qualification for a
Degree in Theology.
science
Level 3
Courses
AS/A2 Level Biology

AS/A2 Level Chemistry
AS/A2 Level Physics
science courses science courses
Celebrating Success at Selby College
AS/A2 Level Biology AS/A2 Level Chemistry AS/A2 Level Physics

A qualification in Biology can lead to a wide We live in an age of chemistry-based Physics is the study of the properties and
variety of courses and careers. During the technology: our clothes, our food and our interactions of matter and energy. Our
course you will study all aspects of the science environment are all products of chemistry in understanding of many features of the
of life and living things. action. This course will help you understand everyday world relies on knowledge drawn
the way different substances behave and from the ideas and methods of Physics. In
What will I study?
react with each other and how new products this course the basic principles of Physics
You will study a range of areas including: are developed. are introduced and, through example, placed
• Cells in the context of the world in which Physics Name: Jennifer Warren
What will I study?
• Biological Molecules is used.
During weekly class time, there is a mixture Course: ‘A’ Level Biology, Chemistry
• Physiology
• DNA of class teaching, practical investigations, What will I study? and Maths
• Cell Division class discussions and group work. Wherever You will be considering the different scales of A qualification in Science really can open
possible, you will do practical work as a basis Physicists’ interests, from planets to atoms. up a whole world of new opportunities
• Variation
for your studies. as former Selby College student Jennifer
• Populations What next?
• The Environment What next? With a qualification in one or more of the Warren discovered.
• The Nervous System With a qualification in one or more of the Sciences you could go on to a further or After gaining an A and two B grades in
• The Role of Hormones Sciences you could go on to a further or higher education course in one of your her ‘A’ Level exams, Jennifer left Selby
The work involves a mixture of class teaching, higher education course in one of your subjects or, with a suitable combination College in the summer of 2005 to study a
research, group work and practical work in subjects or, with a suitable combination of subjects, courses such as Engineering, BSc (Hons) in Molecular Cell Biology
the laboratory. of subjects, courses such as Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science at The University of York.
Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science and Environmental Science are possible.
What next? Three years later she was accepted to
and Environmental Science are possible. Alternatively, students are well-equipped
With a qualification in one or more of the Alternatively, students are well-equipped to pursue careers in science-based industry Trinity Hall at The University of Cambridge
Sciences you could go on to a further or to pursue careers in science-based industry or business. to study a four year combined Master
higher education course in one of your or business. of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy
subjects or, with a suitable combination Postgraduate course and is now Race
of subjects, courses such as Engineering,
Captain of the Cambridge University
Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science
and Environmental Science are possible. Yacht Club.
Alternatively, students are well-equipped Jennifer remembers her time at Selby
to pursue careers in science-based industry College well saying; “I would like to thank all
or business. my tutors, and the college, for helping me
get where I am today. I’m not sure I could
have done it without them!”

visit: www.selby.ac.uk
sociology
AS/A2 Level Sociology

Sociology is the study of human society and

involves questioning many aspects of life that
we take for granted.
What will I study?
Areas of study include:
• The Family
• Education
• Crime & Deviance
• Research Methods
• Beliefs in Society
In studying these topics you will also examine:
• The Influence of the Media
• The Impact of Gender, Social Class & Ethnicity
What next?
Students in the past have progressed on to
Degrees in Sociology, Criminology, Journalism,
Social Science and Humanities. Many students
wanting a career in teaching have found this
subject useful (though you need to ensure that
you also study a National Curriculum subject).
sports
Level 2 Level 3
Courses Courses

in Sport Diploma in Sport
AS/A2 Level Sport &
Physical Education
sports courses sports courses
BTEC Level 2 Diploma BTEC Level 3 Extended AS/A2 Level Sport & Celebrating Success at Selby College
in Sport Diploma in Sport Physical Education
Duration: 1 year Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years
This is a one-year work-related course This is a broad-based course designed for Sport and Physical Education is a balanced,
where you learn by completing projects anybody who is keen on sport and wishes broad-based course designed to promote
and assignments that are based on realistic to pursue a career within the sports, leisure deeper understanding of sport by allowing
workplace situations, activities and demands. and services industries. It is a very active you to apply acquired skills across a range of
programme combining academic study areas. Name: Tom Rich
What will I study? Course: BTEC Sport
with a range of practical and assignment
Students will examine a number of areas What will I study?
based activities. If you’re passionate about sport, a
including: At AS, topics include:
What will I study? qualification in this field can take you
• The Sports Industry • Opportunities for and the effects of leading a a long way - in the case of former Selby
• Health, Safety & Injury The emphasis of this course is on healthy and active lifestyle College student Tom Rich; all the way
• Preparation for Sport Performance development, coaching and fitness. You • Analysis evaluation of physical activity as to Africa!
• Practical Sport will cover a number of areas including: performer and/or in an adopted role(s)
• Body in Action Tom had been a keen cricketer and local
• The Body in Sport (coach or umpire)
• Psychology of Sport primary school coach for a number of
• Nutrition for Sports Performance The new specification allows more opportunity years when the opportunity came up
• Fitness Testing for practical performance and assessment. You
What next? to join the Cricket Without Boundaries
• Nutrition in Sport will also need to participate regularly in a sport programme to promote awareness of
On completing the course to a good standard, • Community Sports Leaders Award as a performer, official or coach.
most students will be given the opportunity
AIDS and HIV on a tour of Uganda.
• YMCA
to progress on to higher level courses such What next? With a little help from the college, Tom
• First Aid
as the BTEC National Diploma in Sport in • Work Experience Upon successful completion some students managed to raise the £1,500 needed for
preparation for careers in sports centres, may choose to enter employment in sports his trip of a lifetime and spent two and a
leisure centres, outdoor activity centres or What next? centres, leisure centres or outdoor activities half weeks working with youngsters who
other sectors of the service industry. Upon successful completion some students centres. Others may progress on to Higher have been diagnosed with AIDS or HIV,
may choose to enter employment in sports Education to undertake Degrees in areas teaching them how to play cricket and
centres, leisure centres or outdoor activities such as Sports Studies, Leisure Management, encouraging them to work together. He
centres. Others may progress on to Higher Recreation Management or Teacher Training. described the experience as “a dream
Education to undertake Degrees in areas come true” and said; “I always wanted
such as Sports Studies, Leisure Management, to go somewhere like Uganda where
Recreation Management or Teacher Training. I could make a difference, now I can’t
wait to go back.”
He continued; “I’m so grateful to
Selby College, especially my tutors for
supporting my coaching alongside my
studies and making this possible.”

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Travel and
tourism
Level 2 Level 3
Courses Courses

in Travel & Tourism Diploma in Travel & Tourism
travel & tourism courses
in Travel & Tourism Diploma in Travel & Tourism
Duration: 1 year Duration: 2 years
This course is an ideal starting point for those This vocationally-based programme is ideal
wanting to work in any area of travel from for anyone who is interested in a career in
agencies to hospitality and beyond. the fast growing and exciting world of travel
and tourism. This is a practical, work-related
What will I study?
course where you learn by completing
The course covers six units, three core units projects on realistic travel and tourism
and three optional units. scenarios.
Core units include: What will I study?
• Introduction to the Travel & Tourism Industry
You will cover a number of areas including:
• Customer Service
• Tourist Destinations
Optional units include amongst others: • Marketing
• European Holiday Destinations • The Cruise Sector
• Planning Visits • Residential Study Visits
Students will also be expected to undertake a
A residential trip and work experience will also
period of work experience.
be incorporated into the course.
Please note: Overseas options may be
What next? available.
On completing the course to a good standard
What next?
many students will progress on to higher level
courses such as the BTEC Level 3 Extended Successful candidates may go on to Higher
Diploma in Travel & Tourism. Education or employment. Our students
secure jobs in Travel Agents, with Tour
Please note: You will be provided with details of the Operators and other tourism organisations.
residential in the first month of the course starting. They also move into specific vocational
training such as Air Cabin Crew.
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Section
More
Options
118 Section Three: More Options Section Three: More Options 119
Apprenticeships
learn as you work
Apprenticeships are designed Apprenticeship

Apprentices will undertake Apprenticeships are nationally
the majority of their learning designed programmes for 16-30
and development on the Courses on offer at year olds who have left full time
Selby College
for individuals who want to gain
job, but depending upon the education or who are already in
qualification they are following employment. They allow students
may be expected to attend Apprenticeship to earn a wage while training for
college on weekly, fortnightly or
industry-recognised qualifications
industry specific qualifications.
block release basis. The details Advanced Apprenticeship Some students will spend one
regarding attendance will be day per week at college and four
discussed at the interview stage.
whilst in employment.
in a place of work (depending on
Subject Area Level
Those studying towards an the course taken). The student is
Apprenticeship will achieve a Business able to gain practical hands-on
Level 2 vocational/ competence Administration experience at the cutting edge of
An Apprenticeship framework
qualification, whilst those taking Childcare their chosen industry.
an Advanced Apprenticeship will
Customer Service
achieve a Level 3 qualification.
Please note that for those young Construction Please contact the
will normally include a vocational people wanting to undertake an
Advanced Apprenticeship you
must have a supervisory role
Engineering
Hairdressing
Business Services Team
on: tel: 01757 211097
or competence element; a as part of your job.

The Apprenticeship Framework
Health and
Social Care
Hospitality
email: scbs@selby.ac.uk
for further details.
theory or technical element and

also includes functional skills
and Catering
qualifications including literacy
Plastering
STOP PRESS!
and numeracy, usually at Level 1
for an Apprenticeship and Level 2 Retail Skills Now available –
functional skills. for an Advanced Apprenticeship.
Most sector frameworks also Please note: Provision is
Apprenticeships for
school pupils. Speak to
include a theory or technical regularly updated so please
qualification to complement the contact Selby College Business a teacher at your school
vocational knowledge. Services for more information. for more information.
Learn as you work – why not do an Apprenticeship course? For more information: tel 01757 211000 visit www.selby.ac.uk email info@selby.ac.uk
apprenticeship courses apprenticeship courses
Business Administration Business Administration Childcare

Apprenticeship Advanced Apprenticeship Apprenticeship
Duration: 12-18 months Duration: 18 – 24 months Duration: 12-18 months
Course Level: NVQ Level 2 Course Level: NVQ Level 3 Course Level: NVQ Level 2

To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete
the following: the following: the following:
• Level 2 Business Administration • Level 3 Business Administration •L
evel 2 Children’s Care Learning &
competence qualification competence qualification Development competence qualification
• Technical Certificate in Business • Technical Certificate in Business •T
echnical Certificate – Children’s Care
Administration Administration Learning & Development
They will also complete the following Functional They will also complete the following Functional You will also complete the following Functional
Skills: Skills: Skills:
• Maths • Maths • Maths
• English • English • English
Learners who have already achieved good Learners who have already achieved good Learners who have already achieved good
GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be
exempt from Functional Skills. exempt from Key Skills. exempt from Key Skills.
What next? What next? What next?
Students who complete this course may Students who complete this course may Students who complete this course may
progress on to the Advanced Apprenticeship progress on to NVQ Level 4 Business progress on to an Advanced Apprenticeship
NVQ Level 3 Business Administration. Administration. NVQ Level 3 Children’s Care Learning and
Development.
You can stay on at Selby College and study for a degree For more information: tel 01757 211000 visit www.selby.ac.uk email info@selby.ac.uk
122 Section Three: More Options Section Two: More Options 123
Construction Construction (Plastering) Customer Service Customer Service

Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Advanced Apprenticeship
Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years Duration: 12- 18 months Duration: 2 years
Course Level: NVQ Level 2 Course Level: NVQ Level 2 Course Level: NVQ Level 2 Course Level: NVQ Level 3
What will I study? What will I study? What will I study? What will I study?
To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete
the following: the following: the following: the following:
• Level 2 Brickwork competence qualification •L
evel 2 Plastering competence qualification •L
evel 2 Customer Service competence •L
evel 3 Customer Services competence
• Technical Certificate •T
echnical Certificate – Intermediate qualification qualification
You will also complete the following Functional Construction Award •T
echnical Certificate in Customer Services •T
echnical Certificate in Customer Services
Skills: You will also complete the following Functional You will also complete the following Functional You will also complete the following Functional
• Maths Skills: Skills: Skills:
• English • Maths • Maths • Maths
Learners who have already achieved good • English • English • English
GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be Learners who have already achieved good Learners who have already achieved good Learners who have already achieved good
exempt from Functional Skills. GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be
exempt from Functional Skills. exempt from Functional Skills. exempt from Functional Skills.
What next?
Students who complete this course will be in the What next? What next? What next?
ideal position to start permanent full time work Students who complete this course will be in the Students who complete this course may Students who complete this course may
as a Trainee Bricklayer. ideal position to start permanent full time work progress on to the Advanced Apprenticeship progress on to an NVQ Level 4 Customer
as a Trainee Plasterer. NVQ Level 3 Customer Service. Service.
Engineering Engineering Hairdressing Hairdressing

Apprenticeship Advanced Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Advanced Apprenticeship
Duration: 1 year Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 year
Course Level: NVQ Level 2 Course Level: NVQ Level 3 Course Level: NVQ Level 2 Course Level: NVQ Level 3
What will I study? What will I study? What will I study? What will I study?
To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete
the following: the following: the following: the following:
• Level 2 Engineering competence •L
evel 3 Engineering competence •L
evel 2 Hairdressing competence •L
evel 3 Hairdressing competence
qualification qualification qualification qualification
• Technical Certificate in Engineering •T
echnical Certificate (BTEC National You will also complete the following Functional You will also complete the following Functional
You will also complete the following Functional Certificate in English) Skills: Skills:
Skills: You will also complete the following Functional • Maths • Maths
• Maths Skills: • English • English
• English • Maths Learners who have already achieved good Learners who have already achieved good
• Working with Others Level 2 • English GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be
• Improving Own Learning and Performance • Working with Others Level 2 exempt from Functional Skills. exempt from Functional Skills.
Level 2 • Improving Own Learning and Performance
Learners who have already achieved good Level 2
Students who complete this course may Students who complete this course may
GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be Learners who have already achieved good
progress on to the Advanced Apprenticeship progress on to full time work as a Self Employed
exempt from Functional Skills. GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be
NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing. Mobile Hairdresser, Company Representative,
exempt from Functional Skills.
What next? Lecturer or Company Educator.
Students who complete this course may What next?
progress on to an Advanced Apprenticeship Students who complete this course can
NVQ Level 3 Engineering. progress to a range of different areas. For more
information contact the Selby College Business
Services Team on 01757 211038/92 or email
SCBS@selby.ac.uk
Health & Social Care Hospitality & Catering Retail Skills

Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Apprenticeship
Duration: 12-18 months Duration: 12-18 months Duration: 12-18 months
Course Level: NVQ Level 2 Course Level: NVQ Level 2 Course Level: NVQ Level 2

To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete To gain the Apprenticeship, you must complete
the following: the following: the following:
• Level 2 Health & Social Care competence •L
evel 2 Hospitality & Catering competence •L
evel 2 Retail competence qualification
qualification qualification You will also complete the following Functional
• Technical Certificate in Health & Social Care •T
echnical Certificate in Hospitality & Catering Skills:
You will also complete the following Functional You will also complete the following Functional • Maths
Skills: Skills: • English
• Maths • Maths Learners who have already achieved good
• English • English GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be
Learners who have already achieved good Learners who have already achieved good exempt from Functional Skills.
GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be GCSEs (A-C) in Maths and English may be What next?
exempt from Functional Skills. exempt from Functional Skills.
Students who complete this course may
What next? What next? progress on to the Advanced Apprenticeship
Students who complete this course may Students who complete this course may NVQ Level 3 Retail.
progress on to full time work in residential, progress on to an Advanced Apprenticeship
nursing, homecare and day care services for NVQ Level 3.
vulnerable people in the voluntary sector in
Hospitals and Primary Care Trusts.
Degree Level Courses

at Selby College
Selby College offers At present our Foundation Access to
Degrees are all validated by
Foundation Degrees in Higher Education
the Universities of Hull and
Huddersfield and Leeds The Access to Higher Education
a variety of subjects. Metropolitan University. full-time courses give you a
A Foundation Degree If you are interested in our Higher
qualification that is equivalent to
two ‘A’ Levels and provide you
is a more work-related Education programmes, please with the chance to apply to study
contact our Student Services for a university degree or to enter
course, usually lasting Department on 01757 211040 for other types of training such as
two years full time further information. Nursing. It is designed for people
who missed out on their early
(typically studying Validated by Leeds Metropolitan
education but have since decided
University (LMU)
two days per week) • Business Information
that they wish to change direction
and gain qualifications.
or three years part Technology
• Computing (Systems & Financial Assistance
time. Although it is a Networking)
If you are thinking of applying
degree in its own right Validated by The University of for a Higher Education course
Huddersfield you may be eligible for financial
and is awarded by a assistance with tuition fees or with
• In-Service and Professional
university, it also has Graduate Certificate in Education books, equipment etc. Check
(Lifelong Learning Education with Student Services for further
a built in progression and Training) details. Tel 01757 211040.
route to an Honours Validated by The University
Degree upon of Hull
• Business
completion. • Early Childhood Studies
• Health
• Learning Support
• Power Industry Engineering
• Sports Coaching
You can stay on at Selby College and study for a degree

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Open Evening and This map shows you how to find
Selby College from the Selby
Saturday Open Bypass and town centre, including
Mornings: the bus and railway stations.
beat the jargon Autumn Open Morning:

Saturday 6th November 2010
9.30am – 1.00pm
Autumn Open Evening:

Tuesday 9th November 2010
ALG Adult Learning Grant. City & Guilds The awarding body LRC Learning Resource Centre 6.00pm – 8.30pm
for vocational related qualifications. (in the Academy Building).
AS Advanced Supplementary
(3 unit Advanced Level Qualification CLAIT Computer Literacy and NUS National Union of Students. Spring Open Evening:
and first part of ‘A’ Level). Information Technology.
NVQ National Vocational
Tuesday 8th March 2011
A2 Level Advanced Level (3 units CSCS Construction Skills Cerfificate Qualification. 6.00pm – 8.30pm
that make up the second half of an Scheme.
OCR Oxford, Cambridge & Royal
‘A’ Level). Liability Disclaimer Help Us To Help You
Edexcel The awarding body for Society of Arts awarding body.
Apprenticeships Programmes some ‘A’ levels and many vocational Whilst every effort has been We have a dedicated team of
OSX Apple Macintosh operating
which lead to an NVQ Level 2 courses such as National Diplomas. made by Selby College to ensure staff who are available to help
system.
qualification (see page 118). the information in this Full-Time you achieve your goals, whatever
EMAs Education Maintenance
OfSTED Office for Standards in
Advanced Apprenticeships Allowances. Course Guide is correct, we your educational or individual
Education.
Programmes which lead to an NVQ cannot accept responsibility for needs. Personal support is also
Entry Level Courses that provide
Level 3 qualification (see page 118). PDP Personal Development any inaccuracies. Selby College available to anyone who has a
a basis for progression to GCSEs,
Programme. reserves the right to make learning difficulty and/or physical/
ALI Adult Learning Inspectorate. Foundation Level courses and NVQs
PSE Progression, Skills and changes to course information, sensory impairment. Please ask
(see page 24).
Applied ‘A’ Level A vocational fees and concessions without at Selby College Student Services
Enterprise.
and practical form of the ‘A’ Level FE Further Education. prior notice. for details of these support
qualification. They will appeal QCA Qualification and Curriculum arrangements.
Foundation Degree Work based Equal Opportunities For All
to students who prefer more Authority.
Degree Level courses, usually We can also give you skills support
coursework-based assessment. TTC Technology Transfer Centre. Selby College is committed to
provided at Selby College. in literacy, numeracy or language
giving learners access to the
BTEC Business and Technology UCAS University and Colleges development to help you succeed
GCSE General Certificate of services and facilities we offer. We
Education Council. Application System. on your college course.
Secondary Education. oppose all forms of discrimination
BTEC First Intermediate Level and strive to ensure all members Please discuss your needs with us
GST Guidance and Support Tutor. YMCA Young Man’s Christian
qualifications which are essentially of our community are treated so that we can make reasonable
Association.
vocational in nature. HE Higher Education i.e degree equally and fairly. adjustments to support you whilst
level courses provided at Selby you are at college.
BTEC National Advanced Level 3
College or another Higher Education
qualifications which are essentially Please contact Student Services
Institution.
vocational in nature. for more information
ICT Information Communication Tel 01757 211040.
CAD Computer Aided Draughting.
Technology.
CAE Computer Aided Engineering.
IFS School of Finance – Institute
CIEH Chartered Institute of of Financial Services School of
Environmental Health. Finance.
You can stay on at Selby College and study for a degree

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Tuesday 8th March 2011, 6.00pm – 8.30pm
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those with visual impairments.
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FACT *99.1% of students passed their ‘A’ Level examinations in 2010*

Experience the Ultimate

FACT *In 2010, students achieved a 100% pass rate in 24 out of 26

Aspire to be the Best • New high-tech gym featuring

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we’re here to help you

FACT *Last year 28 vocational areas recorded a 100% pass rate*

We understand there’s a lot to think about right now and we don’t

October At the end of your interview you September

FACT *We have an excellent track record in helping our students in to

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Higher Education: Foundation

BTEC Level 2 Diploma BTEC Level 3 Extended

BTEC Level 3 Extended

AS Level / A2 Art and Design

BTEC First in Business BTEC National in Business

BTEC Foundation Learning BTEC First in Children’s BTEC National in

BTEC First in Health BTEC National in Health &

Level 1& 2 Diploma BTEC First in Engineering BTEC National Award

Developed in response to the industry’s

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What will I study? What will I study?

AS/A2 English Language

GCSE Mathematics This course is specifically aimed at students who

This is aimed at students who would benefit

Geography relates to the world around us, it is

Level 1 NVQ Certificate Level 2 NVQ Diploma Level 3 NVQ Diploma

Level 1 NVQ Certificate Level 2 NVQ Diploma Level 3 NVQ Diploma

Higher Diploma in Hair Level 3 NVQ Diploma

BTEC National in Beauty

The first-year (AS Level) topics cover British

Entry Level Award in Level 1 Certificate in General Level 1 Diploma in

BTEC First for IT Users Diploma in ICT Systems and

AS/A2 Level Applied

AS/A2 Level French

AS/A2 Level French AS/A2 Level German AS/A2 Level Spanish

Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years

What next? What next?

BTEC Level 3 Certificate

BTEC Level 3 Extended

AS/A2 Level Media Studies

BTEC Level 3 Certificate

psychology public services

Religious Studies gives you a wide

AS/A2 Level Biology

Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years

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Duration: AS 1 year, A2 2 years

Sociology is the study of human society and

BTEC Level 2 Diploma BTEC Level 3 Extended

Course Level: Level 2 Course Level: Level 3 Course Level: Level 3

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FACT 99.1% of students passed their ‘A’ Level examinations in 2010

Aspire to be the Best • New high-tech gym featuring

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