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Prospectus2012

all roundexcellence

Vocational and A Level Courses

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04 Welcome from the Principal

05 Traditional Values Modern Thinki ng...

06 Qualifications

07 New College Areas

08 Enrichment

09 The Principal’s Pledge

10 Work, Rest and Play

11 Here to Support You

12 Money Matters

13 Additional Support

14 Equal Opportunities

17 Calculating your GCSE Average Points Score (APS)

16 A Levels

28 Animal Care

31 Business & IT

35 Construction Skills

45 Creative Arts

51 Early Years, Health & Social Care

55 Entry Level

60 Hair & Beauty

66 Hospitality & Catering

70 Motor Vehicle

75 Performing Arts & Music

79 Public Services

84 Sport & Fitness

88 Travel & Tourism

Contents

For a large text version of thisprospectus please call us

on 01780 484311

The information in this prospectusrelates primarily to the 2012/13academic year and every effort hasbeen made to ensure that it iscorrect. New College Stamford willuse all reasonable efforts to deliverthe programmes as described.

However, New College Stamford reserves the right

for any reason to withdraw or change any of the

programmes included in this prospectus, to alter

tuition fees, entry requirements, the facilities

and/or services available from or provided by New

College Stamford. You should also note that the

choice of subjects may be limited by

considerations of timetable, staffing and/or

available places on a course.


Welcome


This prospectus gives you all the information you will need about life at theCollege. I hope that you find it useful in making your decision about the nextstage in your education.

We have a range of further education coursesthat we are expanding all the time, and ourcampus provides outstanding facilities for all ourstudents. Our results are amongst some of thebest in the region and many of our studentsprogress onto university, employment or an HEcourse at New College Stamford to study for anHND, a foundation degree or full honours degree.We believe that you can choose a course at NewCollege Stamford secure in the knowledge thateveryone will be supporting you to achieve yourambition.

We support all our students to take responsibilityfor their own learning and achievement with ourextensive help and guidance. We are committed toresponding to the needs of our students, and willcontinue to ensure that our course provision isexciting, modern and challenging for our students.

New College Stamford is an excellent college thatprovides a wide range of high quality courses withoutstanding student support and first classfacilities. We aim to become outstanding in all wedo and seek to make the experience that ourstudents have when they join the college the bestthat is possible. A multi-million pound buildingprogramme to extend our facilities to further

enhance the student experience will be completedby the time you start. This is an exciting time foryou as you make the decisions that will shape atleast the next few years of your life. Take the timeto fully explore your course options, so that yourapplication is thoroughly planned programme ofstudy.

If you want to maximise your potential, NewCollege Stamford is a place where you can achievethat goal. I look forward to welcoming you to NewCollege Stamford and working with you to achieveyour ambitions.

I am very proud to be Principal of New CollegeStamford. I believe passionately in the power ofeducation to change lives for the better and in mycareer I have regularly met ex-students who tellme how their time at college helped them. Pleasecome and meet us, see our facilities, talk to ourexpert and committed staff and also our existingstudents to see how we can help you realise yourambitions.

Come and join us – we are all waiting to help you.

Andrew Patience Principal

142 TrebleDistinctions (DDD)achieved in 12vocational subjectareas in 2011



Traditional Values Modern ThinkingNew College Stamford sits in the heart of the community, on the edge ofthis stunning market town

Stamford is a great town in whichto study. It has everything youcould need, nestled amongstbeautiful surroundings with quietpretty places when you’re lookingfor peace and quiet, and vibrantpulsating entertainment whenyou’re not!

Stamford is at the southernmost tip ofLincolnshire bordering Cambridgeshire, Rutlandand Northamptonshire and only 100 miles northof London. Described as England’s finest stonetown, the buildings, many Georgian, are built fromlocally quarried stone. The town tumbles down tothe Meadows and the River Welland thatmeanders along under fine bridges towardsCambridgeshire in one direction and Rutland in theother.

Stamford’s economy was based on agricultureand trade. The town had a major boom followingthe development of the stagecoach. With theGreat North Road, a legacy of the Romans,passing through the town at the height of itsprosperity Stamford was visited by up to 2000travellers a day. The famous coaching inn, theGeorge Hotel, is still a popular destination fortourists and local people. There is a good trainservice to and from Stamford which sits on thecentral network from Birmingham toPeterborough.

Though quite a small town there is a thrivingnightlife with bars, restaurants, cafes and clubs tosuit every taste and pocket. Stamford Arts Centreboasts a wide range of theatre, cinema, music,dance and visual arts activities. The CornExchange Theatre has just undergone majorrefurbishment by volunteers.

The Riverside Music Festival is one of a number ofStamford events which also include the ThaiFestival, Classic Cars and Antiques shows all ofwhich are held on the Meadows throughout thesummer. The annual Mid Lent Fair also takes overthe whole town during the spring.

Shopping in Stamford is a delight, with many well known high street retailers sitting besideinteresting and diverse independent shops including fashion, art dealers, interior design andmore besides.



Qualifications The main qualifications offered by New College Stamford are:

AS/A Levels: You will follow a structured learning programmeand be taught by highly qualified tutors. In the firstyear of your studies you will complete 3 or 4 ASlevels followed by 3 A2 courses in year 2. To studyA Levels you will need at least 5 GCSEs at A*- Cgrades but we do assess your average GCSEpoints score when you arrive in order to give youthe best possible advice and guidance.

BTEC Diplomas and Certificates: These qualifications focus on a particularoccupational area. A BTEC Level 2 Diploma isbroadly equivalent to 4 GCSEs at Grade C. BTECLevel 3 Extended Diplomas are broadly equivalentto 3 A Levels. They are a popular choice forstudents seeking to gain specific skills andknowledge within their chosen career. BTECqualifications are recognised by all reputableemployers and provide progression routes tofurther and higher study.

NVQs/VRQs Diplomas: These are qualifications that recognise skills thatare needed in the workplace. You will becontinually assessed on the practical activities thatyou carry out in college and during workplacement settings. In addition you will study thetheory relative to the subject.

Entry Level Programmes: These routes will give you the first step on thequalifications ladder. These courses will give youthe chance to gain a greater sense ofindependence and self-confidence as well asprepare you for the work place or further study.

Foundation Level (1): Foundation Level (1) courses offer students whoneed more individual support to achieve a Level 1course. These courses allow students to build onessential skills and general education and getexperience in vocational areas.

Higher Education: We have a range of HNDs, foundation degreesand full honours degrees on offer at New CollegeStamford. Please see our website or our separateHE prospectus for information, or call 01780484311 to request a copy.

Opportunities: We have excellent links with regional universitieswhich will help you decide on your next step if you intend to continue into higher education. These links include seminars led by visitingsubject specialists and regular visits to universityopen days.

PSD (Personal and Social Development):Level 1 and 2 courses will also complete aqualification called 'Employability and PersonalDevelopment' to be run alongside their mainsubject qualification. It involves genericemployment and personal skills that are related toyour chosen vocational area. The aim is to developthe 'soft skills' required by employers.

Top 5% of schools andcolleges nationally forimprovement ofpredicted gradesBased on the Department forEducation Performance Tables 2010



Academic StudiesNew College Stamford has a wide range ofexciting A Level opportunities including some newcourses for 2011. We have a reputation foroutstanding results and our team of qualified andexperienced lecturers will help you with yourstudies. Many of our learners progress on touniversity or move directly into employment.

Animal CareEnvironmental concerns are increasinglydominating the world in which we live and interestin these courses has never been higher.

Our Animal Care Clinic has a range of birds,insects, reptiles and other animals that you willlearn to look after.

Business & ITYou will train in our dedicated computer suites ontechnology installed with industry standardsoftware, specialist networking facilities and awide range of programming languages.Experienced IT lecturers will support and help you at every step of your journey. Businesslearners get the extra benefit of planned workexperience programmes.

Construction & Motor VehicleOur exciting Construction and Motor Vehicle Skillscourses includes industry standard workshopfacilities and experienced lecturers from industry.The facilities available include state-of-the-artelectronic diagnostic equipment for motor vehicleactivities and all you need to study a wide range ofconstruction skills including electrical installation,carpentry and joinery or brickwork.

Creative ArtsThe Visual Arts Centre has spacious base roomsand studios well equipped for life drawing,photography, 3D work, pattern cutting andceramics with Multimedia and Graphics learnersbenefiting from their own computing areas. All theArt & Design courses culminate in an end of yearexhibition and fashion show giving you the chanceto showcase your talents.

Early Years, Health & Social CareOur range of programmes are highly regarded byemployers and provide an insight into the EarlyYears, Health and Social Care industries. Thecorridors are always highly decorated with workprepared by the learners and this knowledge isput into good practical use during the valuablework placements which are a major part of yourcourse.

Hair Design & Beauty TherapyThe Hair Design Courses and Wellness Centre, forBeauty and Spa Therapy, have an enviablereputation for training highly talentedprofessionals. Each of our new salons are fullyequipped and operates as a commercialenterprise, taking appointments from membersof the public throughout the week and giving youthe opportunity to train in a wide variety oftreatments and aspects of salon work.

Hospitality & CateringYou need to be multi-skilled, highly trained andprofessional to work in the catering and hospitalityindustry. This is why you learn your skills in ourmodern training kitchen, pastry kitchen,demonstration room and the locally renownedGallery Restaurant. Your day-to-day work atcollege is enhanced by residential visits,prestigious work placements and exclusiveopportunities to work with visiting professionals.

Public ServicesThese programmes are specifically designed for learners interested in careers in the Army,Navy, Air Force, Royal Marines, Police, FireBrigade, Prison Service, Security Industry andAmbulance Service. You will be taught by staffwho have recent military and/or emergencyservices training.

Performing Arts and MediaThis exciting area of the college includes a StudioTheatre, rehearsal rooms, dance studio andaccess to the talents of our Media Makeuplearners who will work with you on wardrobedesign and special effects makeup.

We have also recently invested in an audio-mediasuite which includes a radio and recordingproduction studio.

SportNew College Stamford is supporting London 2012. We want you to be the sports performers,planners, leaders, and instructors of the future.We have upgraded our facilities to provide youwith a flood lit multi-functional outdoor area and atop quality fitness suite. We have broadened ourrange of courses to suit everyone; from thosewho want the practical skills to manage or coachsports to those who want to progress on to highereducation sports programmes.

Travel and TourismYou will gain first hand experience of this excitingindustry through work placements, visits toorganisations and trips to various tourist centres.To help you develop those essential work skills, wehave opened our own Travel Shop where learnerswill gain realistic work experience.

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EnrichmentNew College Stamford offers arounded education to its students,and whether you are studying anacademic A level programme orundertaking a vocational course,you are encouraged to think beyondthe classroom or workshop.

An enrichment programme has been put togetherto ensure you make the most of your spare time.Activities include badminton, swimming, film club,and many more.

Some A level students have participated in a peermentoring programme to support other students.Truly, at New College, the focus is on the wholestudent and you are encouraged to participate inwhatever the College has to offer.



The Principal’s PledgeAt New College Stamford we pledge to ensurethat the environment is safe for students andstaff. We are determined to ensure our pledgeis enforced.

• No Bullying • No Drugs • No Violence

Any member of the college communitybreaching the pledge faces disciplinary action.

New College Stamford is committed to ensuringa safe environment.


Work, Rest and Play


You will find plenty of resources at New College Stamford from thetraditional library to high specification computer areas. Everywhere is userfriendly and well stocked with the resources you need to assist you withresearch and gathering materials for assignments.

Learning Resource CentreThis is an area providing books, periodicals,newspapers, computer software and othercourse-related materials. It combines a spaciousgeneral study area with clusters of open accessand bookable computers and rooms set-aside forsilent study or group work.

Staff in the Learning Resource Centre will showyou how and where to find the information youneed and if they can’t find the information thenthey will direct you to someone who can!

Information Technology SuiteNew College Stamford has outstanding IT facilitiesavailable for all students to use. Situated above thelibrary, the new Open Access IT suite providesstate-of-the-art facilities. With access to theinternet and online databases you will be able tobroaden your research skills whilst working in acomfortable and welcoming environment.

Food & DrinkThe Refectory is centrally situated and is openfrom early morning until after lunchtime servingfresh meals, snacks and drinks at reasonableprices. New College Stamford also has a Bistro inthe Welcome Zone selling fresh sandwiches/rolls,salads, soup, jacket potatoes, pastries, cakes andmuch more.

Chill Out!Use the Common Room as a place to chill out andchat to friends, listen to music or play pool. Youcan also discuss ideas with the Student Unionteam who have their office in the Common Room.

The Equality ShopThe Equality Shop sells newspapers andmagazines as well as a broad range of Fair Tradeconfectionery and gifts. The shop is run by ourSkills for Work and Living Students.


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Here to Support You

We are here to help you at all stages of your journey. We will provideadvice before you start at New College Stamford and we will help you to make the most of your time whilst you are at college. We will also offer you advice and guidance as you leave us for university,further study or employment.

Student AdvisorsStudent Advisors will help you settle into collegelife. They will help you manage your time, developyour study skills and help build your confidence.You will meet with your Student Advisor for agroup tutorial once a week.

Personal CounsellingCollege Counsellors are available during the day onan appointment or drop in basis. They offer one-to-one private counselling about issues that maybe affecting you. It could be concerns aboutcollege work, family relationships, personalrelationships, self esteem or a host of otherproblems – everything is dealt with in a friendlybut confidential manner.

Careers Guidance and AdviceThis is a very important aspect of support for allour students. Our qualified and experiencedadvisers hold individual careers interviews as wellas assisting students with information on applying

for training schemes, jobs, CV writing, taking a year out and applying for higher education.You can access careers advice by visiting ourCareers and Higher Education Coordinator or the Advice and Guidance team.

The Careers Library is situated within theLearning Resource Centre (LRC) and managed ona day-to-day basis to ensure that all theinformation is up-to-date and accurate. There isaccess to the internet and a wide range of careerrelated computer software.

OpportunitiesWe have excellent links with regional universitieswhich will help you decide on your next step if youintend to continue into higher education. Theselinks include seminars led by visiting subjectspecialists and regular visits to university opendays. We also offer a range of foundation degreesand full honours degrees that are validated by ourpartner universities.

SafeguardingNew College Stamford is committed to carryingout all its activities with a view to safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of children and youngpeople. Our child protection policy and proceduresare rigid and thorough and are in keeping withlocally agreed inter-agency procedures. All students receive information, advice andguidance throughout their time with us to ensurethat a safe and suitable learning environment ismaintained. The College has also recentlyintroduced on-site security procedures and allstudents, staff and visitors must wear formal IDbadges whilst on all College premises to ensurethat we effectively monitor and recogniseeveryone who is at the College.

Transport

Lincolnshire – Students living in Spalding,Bourne, Market Deeping and surrounding areasneed to apply to Lincolnshire County Council.

Rutland – Students living in Rutland need toapply to Rutland County Council or contactLearner Services for more information.

Leicestershire – Students living in MeltonMowbray and the surrounding areas need toapply to Leicestershire County Council.

Students living in Peterborough, Oundle, Corby,Oakham and surrounding areas need to apply todirect to New College Stamford.

For more information please contact Learner Services on 01780 484 381 or email [email protected]

We endeavour to help and assist all studentswith travelling expenses.


Money MattersWe can provide you with confidential advice on a range of funding andfinancial issues that may be of concern to you during your time at New College Stamford.


Tuition Fees You can study a full-time course free of chargeif you are a UK student and are under 19 yearsof age on 31 August 2011. Please rememberthat you may need to buy some specialistequipment and materials and/or a uniformdepending on the course that you choose.

If you are over 19 years of age you will beasked to pay towards the cost of your tuition.The 2010/11 fee was £750 per year. However, ifyou are studying towards a full level 2 or level3 qualification and you do not already have afull level 2 or level 3 qualification, you may nothave to pay any fees.

Staff in Learner Services can provide you withconfidential advice on a range of funding andfinancial issues that may be of concern to youduring your time at College.

Care to LearnIf you are under 20 years old when you startyour course and have a child you may be entitledto up to £160 per child per week for childcare andany additional travel costs, unless childcare ismore than 1 mile away from the College. The fund is paid directly to your childcare provider and to the course provider so that they can fundyour travel.

New College Stamford Learner Support FundThis fund can help with costs for books,equipment, exam fees, childcare and transport.There are, of course, some conditions you and/oryour parents must meet in order to be eligible forassistance (e.g. be on a low income or in receipt ofan income tested benefit).

16 - 19 BursaryIf you are aged 16-19 (18 as at 31 August 2012), youmay be able to apply for help through the newBursary fund. This fund can help with costsassociated with undertaking your course (eg.equipment and transport) and it is means tested.

How do I apply for financial help?Talk to staff in Learner Services to find out if youqualify for any of the these funds. They have theapplication forms and further information and willtalk you through the various details. Call 01780 484344.



Additional SupportDuring your first few weeks in College your course tutors will be gettingto know you and finding out about the skills you have and where youneed extra help in order to successfully complete your course.

Sometimes you may need extra help with literacy,numeracy, exam skills, writing an assignment orany other problem that may be worrying you. Wewill assess whether in class or one-to-onesupport in the Study Centre would be beneficial.

If you know you have a learning or physicaldisability or think you may have – don’t let thatstop you doing the course you want to do.

We have experienced staff who will work withyou and your course tutors, to ensure that youget the support you need. When you first come to New College Stamford you will be asked to takepart in an assessment of your reading, writingand maths as this will help us make sure we areoffering you the right support and help in the right areas.

You will have a chance to speak with one of theStudy Centre team at your interview.

We welcome applications from students whomay need some extra help because of a learningdifficulty or a disability.

We have staff who are qualified to teachstudents:• With severe to mild learning difficulties• Who are deaf and hearing impaired• With specific learning difficulties• With basic skills needs• Who are blind or visually impaired• Who have a physical disability.

We may also provide you with the followingsupport:• A learning support assistant• A communication support worker• A note taker• Pre-recorded tapes• Enlarged or braille materials.

Our aim is to enable you to successfully complete your course.

Functional SkillsThese are those transferable skills necessaryfor everybody to succeed in learning,employment and life. They are the skills youneed to deal with new tasks and newchallenges. They will help you to succeed inyour studies, to progress in your career and tomanage your life.

All are nationally recognised qualifications thatprepare you for your future career andincrease your potential employability. You willuse these skills for CV writing and producingjob applications. They will also contribute toyour UCAS points if you are planning to go touniversity.


Equal Opportunities


Course entry requirements are stated as the levelof academic ability required to undertake thecourse whilst having the best possible chance ofsuccess. New College Stamford is committed towidening participation and therefore, whereapplicants do not have the stated entryqualification, they may submit alternative evidenceto reinforce their application, together with asupporting portfolio. In the absence of formalqualifications applicants may be asked to completethe College's own assessment.

Commitment to studentsWe value diversity and are determined to ensure:That we treat all individuals fairly, with dignity and respect• That the opportunities we provide are

open to all• That we provide a safe, supportive, and

welcoming environment for all staff, students and visitors

• That students have a range of curriculumchoices and impartial guidance so that they are enabled to achieve realistic goals andqualifications with support appropriate to their individual needs.

We are keen to ensure the safety of all ourstudents and thus you will be expected to wear anidentity badge at all times.

We hope that all students will commit to valuingequality and celebrating diversity. Many studentsare involved in equality and diversity eventsthroughout the year.

New College Stamford that there are certain groups of people who mayface particular educational and vocational disadvantages, which need to beaddressed through a firm commitment to the ethos of equal opportunitiesin education and employment. New College Stamford’s policy is to combatprejudice and discrimination in any form, particularly that derived fromdifferences in race, gender, sexuality, disability, religious belief or age.


A Levels

99.7% A Levelpass ratein 2011


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Calculating your GCSEAverage Points Score (APS)

GRADE A* A B C D E F G UPoints 58 52 46 40 34 28 22 16 10Points (short course) 29 26 23 20 17 14 11 8 5

Please note that short courses only earn half the points. If you have taken a BTEC level 1 (Introductory Diploma)or level 2 (First Diploma) qualification, this also scores points.

The tables below show a couple of examples to show how this system works.

Course Maths Eng Sci Hist French Geog RE Bus TOTAL Average Lang & (Dual) (Short) Studies Points Lit Score

Grade A AB CC A* D B A D Points 52 98 80 58 34 46 26 34 428

Subject Count 1 2 2 1 1 1 0.5 1 9.5 45

Course Maths Eng Sci Hist French Geog RE Bus TOTAL Average Lang & (Dual) (Short) Studies Points Lit Score

Grade B C BB D A C C MERIT Points 46 40 92 34 52 40 20 196 508

SubjectCount 1 1 2 1 1 1 0.5 4 11.5 44

The APS is a valuable indicator of your likelihood of success on the A levelcourse. We use it to determine whether a subject is a suitable option for youwhen you enrol and embark on the course. Each grade that you achieve isgiven a points score, as shown in the table below, and the average is then found.

Do this calculation once you have all your results thencompare the final average with the figures quoted for thesubjects that you would like to do.

Full details are available at interview.

Remember that the whole point of this system is toensure that you select subjects in which you have a very good chance of success.

We have a fantastic range of AS and A Level courses on offer at NewCollege Stamford and new for 2012/2013 we are offering an AS/A Levelin French. Our A Level results are amongst some of the best in thecountry with 99.7% pass rate on all A Levels.

5 GCSEs grade A* - C includingEnglish and Maths

Wide range of A Level Courses Higher Education or Employment

What qualifications do I have? What can I study? What can I do next?

To study A Levels at New College Stamford you are required to have the minimum entry requirementsshown below. However, please see each A level course listing for specific APS and GCSE requirements.



Biology – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASBIOAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements – APS of 46, grade B, B indouble award GCSE Science, or a B in GCSEChemistry

ContentYear 1 – AS levelCell structure, Biochemistry, Heart function anddisease, Plant products, Genetics, Gene therapy &stem cell research, Drug testing, Biodiversity.

Year 2 – A levelEcology, Photosynthesis & Respiration, Climatechange, Genetic engineering, Microbiology,Exercise physiology, Nervous system and brainfunctions, Introduction to behaviour.

Natasha Wicikowski studied Biology as one ofher ‘A' level subjects and really enjoyed the mixof topics on this course.

“I was able to explore an aspect in great detailfor the issue report and found the variety ofpractical work very interesting.” She is nowstudying for a Biology degree at Lancasteruniversity, and is considering training as abiology teacher.

Applied Sciences – AS Level

Course code: ASAPSAPExam board: AQA

Entry requirements – APS of 40, grade B, 1 B indouble award GCSE Science

ContentThis course comprises of three units:Unit 1: Investigation Science at Work Unit 2: Energy Transfer SystemsUnit 3: Finding out about Substances

AS Applied Sciences student Jordan Swallow said:

"Applied Science always raised a certainexpectation for me, which I'm proud to say it hasproven accurate. I have always seen AppliedScience as a beacon of light for when I'm havinga bad week, or even when I'm just bored, as thesubject has fulfilled my educational needs. Thelessons are fun and educating, whilst theteacher is among the best teachers at thecollege. She manages to make the mostmundane sub-subject seem interesting, which isa definite bonus on a Friday afternoon. Overall, Iam VERY pleased with Applied Science, andwould recommend it to anyone who is seriousabout learning the various sciences."



Our A level programmes allowmany of our students to go on toHigher Education programmes suchas Foundation Degrees andBachelors Degrees or directly intothe employment of their choice.New College Stamford offer a rangeof Higher Education programmes inareas such as Sports Development,Graphic Design, Business, AnimalCare, Music and many more. Seeour Higher Education prospectusfor more details.

Where can I go next?

Classical Civilisation – AS Level

Course code: ASCLCAPExam board: OCR

Entry requirements – APS of 44, grade B inEnglish Language and Grade C in History

ContentAt AS three units are taken each worth 33.3% ofthe qualification. All three units are examined in a90 minute examination. The examination is in twoparts. Section A (context question). Section B(essay question).

Unit 1: The Greek Epic: The Iliad and The OdysseyUnit 2: Roman Satire and Society: Juvenal and

Pliny.Unit 3: Roman Britain: The Occupation & Tacitus

Agricola.

A residential trip to Greece/Italy will form partof the enrichment offered by this AS.

“I enjoy studying Classical Civilisation as I likelearning about the ancient world, how peopleused to live their lives and how we can learnfrom events of the past as they repeatthemselves”.

Chemistry – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASCHEAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements APS of 46, grade B, B indouble award GCSE Science, or a B in GCSEChemistry

ContentDuring the course you will:• Improve your understanding of chemical topics• Develop your skills in laboratory procedures and

techniques• Show the connection between chemistry and

industry and its importance to society• Develop your ability to solve problems and

analyse data and draw conclusions. Be awarethat there are lots of calculations on this course

At AS level you will study: Formulae, equationsand related calculations, Energy changes, Atomicstructure & bonding, Groups 1, 2 and 7 Chemistry,Organic chemistry, Rates or Reactions, Redoxreactions, Green Chemistry.

At A2 level you will study: The order of reactions &entropy, Equilibria, Acids & bases, Further organicchemistry incl' aromatic compounds, Redoxequilibria & transition metal chemistry, Organicanalysis & synthesis.

Kellie Binder achieved a B grade in Chemistryand AS in Biology and Psychology. She hadintended to study Veterinary Science atuniversity, but enjoyed the logic of this subject;planning reaction sequences, calculating yields,and producing new compounds, so much thatshe has gone on to study Chemistry in HigherEducation instead.

Business Studies – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASBUSAPExam board: AQA

Entry requirements – APS of 42

ContentThis qualification consists of 2 modules in year 1,making up 50% of an A level qualification.Unit 1: Planning and Financing a Business:

challenges and issues in starting abusiness.

Unit 2: Managing a Business, marketing andoperations.

Unit 3: Strategies for Success; Making investmentdecisions and workforce planning.

Unit 4: The Business Environment and ManagingChange: Economic, social, legal andpolitical issues and corporate decisionmaking.

Charlotte McCourt is a second year student whois studying Business Studies and hopes toprogress to university to study English andPublishing.

"My experience at New College Stamford hasbeen brilliant; the lecturers have beensupportive and enthusiastic and have helpedme to achieve high AS grades".



ContentYear 1 - AS level (2 units)The AS is studied in the first year. It forms 50% ofthe assessment weighting of the full A level. AScan be taken as a stand-alone specification or aspart of the full A level course. The assessment ofthe AS is divided into two units.

Unit 1: Exploration of drama and theatreElement 1 - Students will practically explore twocontrasting play texts. Written coursework basedon research and practical exploration of the playswill provide the evidence for this unit.Element 2 - Students will evaluate a live theatreperformance.

Unit 2: Theatre text in performanceElement 1 - A group performance of a publishedplay.Element 2 - Perform a monologue or a duologuefrom a different play to previously chosen. Ineither element you may opt for design over acting.

Year 2 - A2 level (2 units)The A2 level is studied in the second year. Thecourse is divided in the following way.

Unit 3: Exploration of dramatic performanceIn groups, students will devise an original piece oftheatre. They will be assessed on research,rehearsal, performance and a written evaluation.

Unit 4: Theatre text in contextThis unit consists of a 2 hour 30 minute writtenpaper in three sections. In Sections A and Bstudents will write about a play from the view ofthe director. Section C involves studying a playfrom a choice of three historical periods of theatrehistory. A live performance of a play from thischosen period must be seen and evaluated and acomparison made with the original stagingconditions of the play.

Lauren Redding, an A2 in Drama and TheatreStudies student is hoping to progress touniversity to study Drama.

"My time at NCS has been fantastic, learningfrom teachers who enjoy their subject is soinspiring it encourages students and motivatesthem to do their best. The teachers are friendly,supportive and motivating and students love tolearn from them."

Communication & Culture – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASCOMAPExam board: AQA

Entry requirements – APS of 40, grade C in GCSE English

ContentYear 1 – AS levelUnit 1: Understanding communication and culture• The nature of culture• Definitions of culture• The meanings and practices of everyday life• High culture and popular culture• Verbal and non-verbal communication• Identity and self-presentation• Group communication• Reading images and products

Unit 2: The individual and contemporary culture• Coursework – a choice of alternative topics set

by the exam board• Communication, culture and the individual –

investigation (500 words)• Exploration of cult, products and practices (1,000

words)• Presentation

Year 2 – A levelUnit 3: Communicating culture• Study of a cultural site• Dominant and alternative approaches to

communication and culture• Capitalism, globalisation and consumerism

Unit 4: Communication and culture in practice• Personal and social identities• Analysis of social and cultural rituals • Coursework - a choice of topics chosen by AQA

Communications and Culture student, SteveWorthington, said:

"I was surprised by the diversity of the topics inCommunication and Culture. As a subject itcovers everything from Body Language toPsychology to analysing adverts. I find a lot ofwhat I learnt helped me in my other subjects(English and Business Studies). Communicationand Culture has helped me to develop an openmind and to question why things are the waythey are."

Drama &Theatre Studies – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASTHEAP

Entry requirements – APS of 39, grade B in GCSE English Language or EnglishLiterature and Drama if taken. You will be invited to the college for an audition



ContentYear 1 – AS levelUnit 1: Introduction to language and literaturestudy• The study of thematically linked, spoken and

written texts, which will offer candidates theopportunity to consider the three major literarygenres and a range of non-literary texts

• The study of the significant features of writers,uses of language and their attitudes towards aspecified theme

English Language & Literature – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASENGAPExam board: AQA

Entry requirements – APS of 42, grade C in GCSE English Language anda grade B in English Literature

Environmental Studies – AS Level

Course code: ASENVAPExam board: AQA

Entry requirements – APS of 43, grade B in GCSEScience

ContentThe AS specification has 2 units:Unit 1: The living environment• Reasons why the conservation of life on Earth is

important • Methods which may be used to achieve effective

conservation • Conservation in the UK, coral reefs, Antarctica and

tropical rainforests • Ecological relationships between organisms and

their abiotic and biotic environment

Unit 2: The physical environment• Atmospheric gases, water and mineral nutrients • Human exploitation and management of physical

resources to provide higher material livingstandards

• Unsustainable natural resources

The A2 course has 2 units:Unit 3: Energy resources and environmentalpollution• Future problems of energy supply and how these

may be resolved • Properties of pollutants to explain why some

materials or forms of energy causeenvironmental damage

• Minimising releases, treating effluents andmanaging the damage caused by pollutants

Unit 4: Biological resources and sustainability• Factors controlling human population growth in

relation to the demands placed upon the planet'sresources and life-support systems

• Food production and forestry systems • Study of the sustainability of human lifestyles

“So far, I'm undecided about workor university, but the course isreally interesting and it has mademe want to work in anenvironmental job”.

AS EnvironmentalStudies student AmyCheesman intends tokeep her options open:


Unit 2: Theme in languages and literature –coursework• A study of the major prose genres, including

fiction and literary non-fiction• Developing reading and writing skills through the

study of the writers craft• Study of paired prescribed texts

Year 2 – A levelUnit 3: Talk in life and literature• The skills and knowledge of literary and

linguistic concepts• The study of construction, conveyance and

interpretation of meanings in speech and drama

Unit 4: Coursework – text transformation• Study of texts from prescribed list and their

transformation into different genre/sub genre

A level English Language and Literature studentNicole Parker said:

"Studying English has enabled me to exploreand develop my creative, analytical and writingskills. The subject has opened my mind to newideas and introduced me to interesting texts.The enthusiastic teaching and enjoyable natureof the course has made studying English one ofthe highlights of my time here at New CollegeStamford."


French – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASFREAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements – APS of 43, minimumgrade B in GCSE French

ContentAS Level:Unit 1: Spoken Expression and Response in

FrenchUnit 2: Understanding and Written Response in

French

A Level:Unit 3: Understanding and Spoken Response in

FrenchUnit 4: Research, Understanding and Written

Response in French

In addition to the 4 general topic areas at AS,pupils will also be studying a further 3 topic areas:• Customs, traditions, beliefs and religions• National and international events: past, present

and future• Literature and the arts

Film Studies – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASFILAPExam board: WJEC – Welsh Joint EducationCommittee


ContentDuring the course you will:• Broaden your knowledge and understanding of

how a film works formally and stylistically• Deepen your understanding of how cinema

functions as a business and as an institution• Identify messages and values in films• Develop your knowledge and understanding in

practical work such as storyboarding andscreenwriting

Year 1 - AS:FM1: Exploring Film FormFM2: British and American Film:Section A: Film and the Film IndustrySection B: British Horror FilmsSection C: American Gangster Films

Year 2 - A2:FM3: Film Research and Creative ProjectFM4: Varieties of Film Experience: Issues andDebates:Section A: World Cinema; Japanese CinemaSection B: Popular Film and Emotional ResponseSection C: Single Film - Critical Study

Natalie Rule who is studying for her A-Levels,one of which is Film Studies says:

"Film Studies is such an interesting course, itmixes the theory and practical elements of filmreally well. I have learnt so much informationon this course that I will carry forward with meinto my future career within the Film Industry".

Fashion & Textiles – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASTEXAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements – APS of 39, grade B in an art based GCSE or the successfulcompletion of a Level 2 Creative and Media Diploma with an overall Distinctiongrade. Portfolio of work to be shown at interview

ContentDuring the course you will:• Demonstrate an expressive, decorative and functional

response through the use of fabrics, dyes and fibres• Use studio-based projects to introduce you to the

concept of using research as a basis for design ideas• Develop skills in the selection and use of visual

elements, the use of equipment, techniques andtechnologies and their application to selected media

• Develop knowledge and understanding of art, craftand design in contemporary societies and in othertimes and cultures

Year 1 - AS levelYou will complete two course work assignmentscovering a range of textile techniques and an externallyset exam.

Year 2 - A2 levelYou will complete one extended personal study and anexternally set exam.

Bethany Morris studied A level Fashion and Textilesand is now undertaking her Foundation Diploma inArt and Design at New College Stamford.

"The textile A level is a great opportunity to learn thedesign process through a series of interestingprojects. You have all of the facilities you need andthe experienced tutors give highly constructivefeedback; so if you're prepared to work hard youreally will benefit from this course."



ContentDuring the course you will:• Develop a critical awareness of the nature of

politics and the relationship between politicalideas, institutions and processes

• Acquire knowledge and understanding of thestructures of authority and power within thepolitical system of the United Kingdom and howthese may differ from those of other politicalsystems

• Acquire knowledge and informed understandingof the rights and responsibilities of the individual

• Develop an interest in and engagement withcontemporary politics

Year 1 – AS levelUnit 1: People, Politics and Participation• Participation and voting behaviour• Electoral systems• Political parties• Pressure groups and protest movements

Unit 2: Governing Modern Britain• The British constitution• Parliament• The core executive• Multi-level Governance

Year 2 – A levelUnit 3: The politics of the USA or ideologies orpolitics and power.

Unit 4: The Government of the USA or politicalissues or perspectives on modern politics.

ContentDuring the course you will:• Understand forces influencing our natural

environment• Understand issues affecting people and the

places where they live• Understand how we affect the environment we

live in• Show an appreciation of current events and key

world issues

Geography – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASGEOAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements – APS of 44, grade B in GCSE Geography

Year 1 – AS levelUnit 1: Global Challenges• Understanding of the ways in which the world is

at risk, natural hazards and their impacts. Theimpacts of globalisation

Unit 2: Geographical Investigations• Investigate the issues surrounding the

competing interests of the world’s crowdedcoastlines and examine how rural and urbanareas undergo change through regeneration,renewal and rebranding. Field trips form acompulsory part of AS level Geography

Assessment for both units is through two writtenexaminations.

Year 2 – A levelUnit 3:• Contested use of resources, energy security,

water conflicts, superpower conflicts

Unit 4: Geographical research• Students choose a research topic from six

options (Tectonic Hazards, Food SupplyProblems, Pollution and Human Health At Risk,Leisure and Tourism, Cold Environments& Energy Security)

Assessment is through two written examinations.

Thomas Kellett, an A level student hoping toprogress to university to study Geographysays:

"This course covers a wide range of topics andwill set me up nicely for both uni and work in ageographical field”.

Government & Politics – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASGOVAPExam board: AQA


"Government and Politics is afantastic subject for anyone with aninterest in current events andpolitical parties and their beliefs.Lessons frequently includemoments for debate which can bevery enlightening, entertaining and,at times, humorous."

New College StamfordGovernment and Politicsstudent, Aron Donaldson,is hoping to study Politicsat University College,London. Aron said:



Law – AS Level

Course code: ASLAWAPExam board: AQA


ContentDuring the course you will:• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of

legal rules and principles by selecting andexplaining relevant information and illustratingwith examples and citation

• Analyse legal material, issues and situations, andevaluate and apply the appropriate legal rulesand principles

• Present a logical and coherent argument andcommunicate relevant material in a clear andeffective manner using appropriate legalterminology.

Year 1 – AS level1. Law-making and the legal system2. Underlying principles of criminal liability and

introduction to Tort.

Year 2 – A level3. Criminal law (fatal and non-fatal offences)4. Tort (negligence and nuisance) and concepts of

law.

Law student, James Dadford, is applying tostudy Law at Oxford. He said:

"Law is not an easy subject, but for studentsseeking an interesting and challengingopportunity to study there is no better choice.Law offers a unique and open view of a topicthat affects us all - the legal system. Studentsget the chance to look at and build upon a vastrange of legal principles, which can lead toheated class discussion and debate".

History – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASHISAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements – APS of 41, grade C inGCSE English and a grade B in GCSE History

ContentYear 1 - AS levelUnit 1: This unit deals with 2 topics of American

History - The struggle for Black CivilRights 1945 - 1968 and the fight againstCommunism in South East Asia.

Unit 2: A source-based unit on British History1945 - 1990

Year 2 - A levelUnit 3: The Cold WarUnit 4: Coursework - the History of British

Medicine 1890 - 1990

A Level History student, Ben, was awarded theHistory prize for an exceptional piece ofresearch for his second year coursework andan overall A grade. He is now studying atUniversity of Leicester.

ContentDuring the course you will:• Develop your ability in the use of the many

different drawing and visualising/illustration media• Develop a working knowledge of computer design

programmes• Develop personal folders of work based on your

strengths, abilities and interests• Develop your knowledge and skills in typography,

illustration, logo design, colour and media, layout,packaging, advertising and promotion plus thestudy of design history

Year 1 - AS level1. Course work portfolio including a range of creative

and written projects2. An external 5 hour controlled exam.

Year 2 - A level3. A personal investigation with related personal

study4. An external 15 hour controlled exam

Jess Girvan is studying A Level Graphic Design atNew College Stamford and she hopes to continueto University to study Graphic Design. Jess said:

"I am really pleased that I chose to study GraphicDesign at NCS, the staff are very helpful andlessons are always interesting".

Graphic Design – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASGRAAPExam board: OCR

Entry requirements – APS of 39, grade B in GCSE English Language orLiterature and an art related subject or the successful completion of aLevel 2 Creative and Media Diploma with an overall Distinction grade



Further Mathematics – AS Level

Course code: ASFMAAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements – Studied AS maths andattained a C grade

ContentFP1 – extends your knowledge of topics studied atA2, and includes numerical methods, 2 x 2matrices, summation and proof of series, complexnumbers and parabolas.

FP2 – This unit introduces and expands on topicscovered at FP1 to include sum of series using themethod of differences, 1st and 2nd orderdifferential equations, further complex numbers,modulus of graphical functions andapproximations using Taylors and Maclaurin'sseries.

FP3 – This unit will introduce the hyperbolicfunctions, differentiating and integrating inversetrigonometric and hyperbolic functions, 3 x 3matrices and vectors.

Owen Kerr - "Time and considerable effort hasbeen put into creating a well structured courseto deliver the subject matter in a straightforward, enjoyable and easy to understandway. Taking further maths helps prepare youfor studying maths at any level and is a greataddition to any university application".

Mechanics 2 - you will learn how to describemathematically the motion of projectiles in 2dimensions, collisions involving Newton's law ofrestitution, energy conservation, moments, centreof gravity of irregular shapes and non uniformacceleration problems. This unit is particularlyuseful if you are also studying A2 physics

A Level Mathematics student Pasquale Viglionesaid:

"While A level maths is an intense course, theplanning and quality of teaching puts the unitsinto digestible chunks. Finishing the courseearly allows more time to be spent on pastpaper revision, which from speaking to myfriends, I have learnt that there is nowhere elsethat gives this. Perfectly planned syllabus witheasy to follow work books, with examples andexercises, with summaries at the end for quickrevision".

ContentDuring year one you will learn:• How to solve complicated problems by using

mathematical arguments and logic• How to use mathematics to explore practical

problems• How to use graphic calculators and other

resources effectively and appropriately

Year 1 (AS Level):Core 1 - extends your knowledge of topics studiedat GCSE higher, such as algebra and trigonometryas well as introducing new ideas such as calculus.Core 2 - This unit expands further on skills gainedin Core 1 including applications of differentiationand integration, circle theorem, geometric seriesand trigonometric identities.Mechanics 1 - you will learn how to describemathematically the motion of objects and howthey respond to forces acting upon them,collisions and 2 dimensional vectors. This unit isparticularly useful if you are also studying ASphysics.

Year 2 (A Level):Core 3 - extends your knowledge of topics studiedat AS, such as trigonometry identities,differentiation, numerical methods andlogarithms.Core 4 - This unit introduces and expands ontopics covered at AS to include implicitdifferentiation, integration, 3 dimensional vectors,partial fractions and binomial expansion.

Mathematics – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASMATAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements – APS of 40, grade B in GCSE Mathematics B, B in GCSE Science



Physics – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASPHYAPExam board: AQA

Entry requirements – APS of 40, grade B inGCSE Mathematics and B, B in GCSE Science

ContentDuring the course you will:• Develop your analytical skills to solving problems• Develop your mathematical skills• Learn practical skills in acquiring and

interpreting data• Be able to apply practical data to theory• Be able to research and summarise information• Develop a thirst for knowledge which could lead

you on to a nobel prize!

Year 1 – AS level1. Particles, Quantum Phenomena and Electricity2. Mechanics and Waves3. Assessment of Practical Skills

Year 2 – A level1. Fields and Further Mechanics2. Nuclear and Thermal Physics and Astrophysics3. Assessment of Practical Skills

A level Physics Student Korina Wilde said:

"AS Physics was a daunting prospect when Istarted college, but from the onset I found thetutor support and encouragement outstanding.The course content is delivered in an applicableand ENTERTAINING manner which will easilyenthuse even the most under confident pupil,and it has definitely transformed my opinion ofthe subject for the better! I would recommendthe course to anyone with even a mild interestin science, as it develops a whole host ofinvaluable skills and it has definitely opened myeyes to possibilities I would never previouslyhave considered without my new found love ofthe subject!"

A Level Media Studies Student, AlexHojbjerg said:

"I took media A-Level at New CollegeStamford because of my futureaspirations to become a fashionjournalist. The access to industrystandard software really helped me totake my work to a higher level and fit aprofessional standard. Furthermore,learning about theorists and ways ofanalysing media texts in greater depthhas really developed my understandingand love for the course."

ContentYear 1Unit 1: Investigating Media. Students will investigate a wide

range of media texts to familiarise themselves withthe language of media. Students will then applymedia concepts to a range of products in order toreach an understanding of meaning and responsesare created. There is a written paper of 1hr and30mins based upon stimulus material and anessay question.

Unit 2: Creating Media. In this unit students will producecoursework consisting of two linked mediaartefacts taken from the three media platformsstudied in Unit 1. Students will produce a film text(such as a pilot trailer) and 2 printed features (suchas a newspaper or magazine articles).

Year 2Unit 3: Critical Perspectives. This unit will allow students to

demonstrate their holistic understanding of MediaStudies and they will be encouraged to exploremedia in broader contexts such as social, political,historical and economical. Students will examinemajor contemporary media issues and debatessuch as Representation and New/Digital Media.

Unit 4: Media Research and Production. Students willcontinue to build upon the knowledge gained duringtheir AS studies to investigate a coursework mediatheme/text in more depth. This will result in thedevelopment of a production piece linked to thestudent's individual choice of Critical Investigation of2000 words.

Media – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASMEDAPExam board: AQA

Entry requirements – APS of 38, grade B in GCSE English



Unit 4:• Psychopathology, Psychology in Action and

Research Methods – This includes an in depthstudy of one disorder e.g. schizophrenia. Adetailed investigation of a contemporaryapplication e.g. media psychology. Psychologicalresearch and scientific method.

Assessed by a 2 hour written exam.

Psychology A Level student Shade Egum isenjoying the course and hopes to continuestudying Psychology in the future:

"I wasn't sure that I should study psychologybut consistently throughout the year I haveenjoyed it and found the subject interesting. I'meven going to take it next year and maybe atUniversity too".

ContentYear 1 – AS levelUnit 1:• Cognitive psychology – Memory, including

models of memory and memory in everyday lifee.g. eye witness testimony

• Developmental psychology – Early socialdevelopment, including attachment theory andthe impact of day care.

• Research methods.

Unit 2:• Biological psychology – Stress, including stress

as a bodily response and stress in everyday lifee.g. effect of life changes

• Social psychology – Social influence, includingconformity, obedience and independentbehaviour

• Individual differences – Psychopathology,including definitions of abnormality, explanationsand treatments.

Assessment will be in the form of two writtenpapers lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes each.

Year 2 – A levelUnit 3:• Topics in psychology – This enables students to

develop knowledge, understanding and skills ofanalysis relating to distinct topics. These arelikely to be biological rhythms and sleep, eatingbehaviour and relationships.

Assessed by a 1 hour 30 minute written exam.

Psychology – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASPSYAPExam board: AQA

Entry requirements – APS of 44, grade B in GCSE English Language

Photography – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASPHOAPExam board: OCR

Entry requirements – APS of 39, portfolio ofwork to be shown at interview

ContentDuring the course you will:• Show an understanding of how ideas, feeling

and meanings can be conveyed and interpretedin images created in the context of your chosenarea

• Develop the ability to explore elements of visuallanguage, line, form, tone, pattern and texture inthe context of photography

• Develop the techniques related to thedeveloping/printing of photographic images

• Show knowledge and understanding of historicaland contemporary developments and differentstyles from early experiments to the presentday

• Develop an understanding of the appropriatechoice of camera types, film, digital equipmentand image manipulation.

Year 1 – AS level1. A coursework portfolio including a range of

practical and written projects2. An externally set 5 hour assignment.

Year 2 – A level3. An extended personal study4. An externally set 15 hour controlled test.

Emily Bowers is studying A Level Photographyat New College Stamford:

"The teachers have helped me a massiveamount which has really helped my confidencegrow. I have experimented with new ideas andtechniques to produce exciting work."



Sociology – AS/A2 Level

Course code: ASSOCAPExam board: OCR

Entry requirements – APS of 40, minimum grade C in GCSE English Language

Year 2 - A2 Level• The sociology of education. This involves

exploring the role education plays in society, therelationship between education and theeconomy, the structure and organisation of theeducation system and educational social policy.Inequalities in educational achievement by socialclass, ethnicity and gender will also be explored.

• Exploring social inequality and difference. Thisexplores inequalities in society according tosocial class, gender, ethnicity and age. Evidenceof inequalities and sociological explanations forthese inequalities are examined along withexploring research and methodological issues

Assessed by 1 90 minute exam and 1 2 hour exam.

This subject will suit those with a genuine interestin contemporary society and current news topics.It will also suit those with an interest in inequalitiesin society. There is a great deal of discussion,debate and group work in lessons so the ability tolisten to alternative view points, question your ownideas and to genuinely work effectively withothers is important. The ability to workindependently outside of lessons is also necessaryfor success in sociology. There is no courseworkso the ability to revise, write fluently and succeedin exams is also important.

Jade Neville is a second year Sociology studenthoping to study Sociology at degree level.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed learning Sociologyat New College Stamford, and I look forward topursuing this subject at university. My lecturerhas been very supportive and has made thesubject a joy to learn.”

ContentThis course aims to encourage:• A critical understanding of contemporary social

processes and changes • Appreciation of the significance of sociological

debate• Evaluation sociological research methodology• Skills to focus on personal identity, roles and

responsibilities within society

All units encourage you to show an understandingof the links between sociological thought, themethods of sociological enquiry and the corethemes of power, social inequality, socialisation,culture and identity. They are designed to help youto develop your skills of thinking as a sociologist.

Year 1 - AS Level• Exploring socialisation, culture and identity. This

includes exploring how culture is formed, theprocess of socialisation, the creation of socialclass, ethnic, age and gender identities andexploring the sociological research process.

• The sociology of the family. This includesexploring trends in families and household,family diversity and roles and relationshipswithin the family as well as exploring the role thefamily plays in society

Assessed by 2 90 minute exams.



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Animal CareIf you have an interest in animal care and management then our animalcare academy area will have something for you. Our animal care clinicshave over 70 different species of animals for our students to work withincluding spiders, lizards, fish, insects, rabbits and many more. All thecourses are taught by experienced lecturers with technicians on hand forhelp and support.

Level 1 Diploma in Land-based Studies

Course code: FLDAMAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: No formal entryrequirements

AimThis programme would be suitable for young peoplewishing to follow a vocational route in preference toan academic one. This is a largely practical courseand in addition to the animal elements studied therewill be an emphasis on learning essential skills forthe work place such as self confidence, health andsafety, social and practical skills and functional skills(English, Maths and ICT).


No qualifications, but I want start out in education so I can gain qualifications Entry Level 1, 2 or 3 course(Foundation Learning)

Employment Further Training Level 1 Course

Entry Level 1, 2 or 3 (equivalent to GCSE G grades) with at least grade G in English and Maths OR I haven’t got an entry level qualification but I can show my

knowledge through an initial bksb assessment Level 1 Course Employment Further

Training Level 2 Course

Level 1 qualification and/or 4 GCSEs grade E or above including Maths and English OR Level 1 Vocational Qualification and at least Level 1 in literacy and/or numeracy Level 2 Course Employment Further


5 GCSEs grade C or above including English and Maths OR relevant Level 2qualification and at least Level 2 in literacy and/or numeracy Level 3 Course Employment Further

Training Higher Education

Content During this course you will learn about thefollowing:• Safe working practice• How to develop performance in Land-based

industries• Animals in the wild and society• Assist with maintaining the health and well being

of animals• Assist with feeding and watering animals• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of

animal accommodation • Assist with the handling of animals

Progression/career opportunities This qualification will provide essential knowledgeand understanding that is required to work withinthe animal industry in roles such as pet shopassistant, groomer and in catteries and kennels.You will also be able to progress to the Level 2Diploma in Animal Management if you achievehigh grades on this course.

Ivan Lima a Level 1 Animal Care student at NewCollege Stamford said:

"I have been studying Level One Animal Care,The course has been great with really goodlecturers. I am looking to progress on to theLevel Two Animal Care course then I would liketo work in a zoo."

*Please note that these are broad indications of the level of qualifications requiredto access courses at the college. Each course has more precise details listed withthe course information.

Work in a zoo, animalrehabilitation, pet shops,veterinary practices, nurseriesand garden centres.

What can I be?



Level 3 Extended Diplomain Animal Management

Course code: ED3AMAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at Grade C orabove. These MUST include Science (Biology)English (Language) and Maths. Alternatively aLevel 2 Diploma in Animal Care completed toDistinction. Industry experience may beconsidered as a suitable entry requirement inspecial circumstances.

AimThis course is designed to ensure students havethe knowledge and skills necessary to pursue acareer in the Animal Care Industry.

ContentOver the two years you will study a modularprogramme consisting of a variety of topicsincluding:• Animal Biology• Animal Nutrition• Ecology and Conservation• Animal Welfare and Breed Development • Wildlife Rehabilitation• Breeding and Genetics• Farm Livestock Management• Animal Behaviour

Progression/career opportunities Successful completion of this course can provideaccess to FdSc or BSc in an Animal speciality, forexample Behaviour, Conservation or Welfare.Career opportunities include but are not limited to:zoo keeper; animal behaviourist; animal welfareinspector; veterinary nurse; pet shop manager.

Additional informationPlease ensure that your tetanus vaccination iscurrent.

• Maintain animal health and welfare• Introduction to the principles and practices of

animal behaviour and handling• Contribute to the care of exotic animals• Contribute to the nursing of animals• Maintain animal health and welfare

Your time at New College Stamford will provideopportunities for students to develop a range ofskills and techniques, personal qualities andattitudes essential for successful performancethroughout their careers in the animal careindustry.

Progression/career opportunities This qualification will provide essential knowledgeand understanding that is required to work withinthe animal industry as well as a sound foundationand entry requirements which will enablestudents to progress to the Level 3 qualification.

Olivia Pollard is a Level 2 Animal Care studentwho progressed from the IFP Programme. Sheis hoping to progress on to the Level 3 AnimalManagement course next year.

Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care

Course code: DP2AMAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade D or aboveor Level 1 in Land-based studies

Aim The aim of this course is to provide a soundknowledge and skills base which will allowprogression to further learning or qualifications, orinto employment opportunities. The qualificationalso offers the opportunity to gain vital hands-onexperience with domestic and exotic species.

ContentThroughout the year you will study a range ofunits including:• Undertake work experience • Maintain animal accommodation• Undertake practical animal feeding

Amelia Hubbard Level 3 Animal Care studentat New College Stamford said:

"This course covers a large spectrum and Ihave enjoyed every second of it. Thelecturers are very helpful, inspirational andalways encourage us to do our best. Thiscourse has allowed me to focus on mycareer choice of Veterinary Nursing and I amvery excited about going to University to dothe BSc (Hons) degree".



Business & IT


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Business and ITWould you like to pursue a career in Business or IT? New College Stamford canoffer experienced lecturers to support you on every step of your journey.Students will train in our dedicated computer suites and will have the opportunityto take part in invaluable work experience during the time on their course.


Kelvyn Massey studied Business at New CollegeStamford and said:

"I have gained much more than a qualificationfor work; I have gained new friends, a newfound confidence and determination to do betterand work harder. I achieved the best grade withsome effort, I wish to go onto the next level ofthe course and hopefully absorb the knowledgethat the next course can give me. The level 3course will be a challenge, but that is the beautyof learning. I am sure that I will thoroughlyenjoy the challenge as well as the excitingaspect of meeting new people. I have enjoyedthis course this year and cannot wait for thenext level."

Level 2 Diploma in IT (with Business Units)

Course code: DP2ITAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard entryrequirements

AimThe BTEC course gives learners the opportunity to engage in learning which is relevant and willprovide opportunities to develop a range of skillsand techniques. This course is designed toprepare you for further study at Level 3 in eitherIT or Business.

Content Students may study the following:• Communication in the IT industry• Doing Business Online• Business Organisations• Managing Personal Finances• Computer Systems• Website Development• Spreadsheet Modelling (to solve a problem)

Progression/career opportunities Students completing the First Diploma atMerit/Distinction can progress onto study at Level3 on the Extended National Diploma in Business orthe Extended National Diploma in IT or go to ajunior role in the workplace.











*Please note that these arebroad indications of the level of

qualifications required to accesscourses at the college. Each

course has more precisedetails listed with the

course information



Junior ICT Support Technician,Database Assistant, Web Designer,Network Engineer, MarketingAssistant, Office Manager, SalesAssistant, Entrepreneur (set upown business), Customer Service,Management, Retail, HumanResources, Marketing, Finance andfurther study on many highereducation courses.

What can I be?

Progression/career opportunities Students completing this course can progressonto a university degree or foundation degree, toHNCs or HNDs or in to employment.

David Watts is a student on the Level 3Extended Diploma in IT at New CollegeStamford. He says:

"This course is giving me a wide range ofknowledge in IT; the units in the first year arevaried and cover areas like computer systems,networks and HCI (human computerinteraction). The main reason that my time onthis course has been so enjoyable is becausethe content is interesting and delivered byenthusiastic lecturers in a friendlyenvironment."

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business

Course code: ED3BUAPExam board: EDEXCEL


Aim This dynamic course provides extensive skills andknowledge for entry into the workplace for anyarea of business at supervisory level, or allowsyou to pursue Higher Education in a specialistbusiness area of your choice. It also inspires‘entrepreneurs' to succeed in business byexamining business strengths and weaknesses,what you need to start a business, and applyingthose skills to real life situations.

Content The course is made up of the following units:• Starting a business• Recruitment & selection• Marketing• Website design• Business communications• Finance & accounts

Progression/career opportunities On successful completion of this course studentscan progress to a university degree or FoundationDegree, to HNCs or HNDs or to employment.

Patrick Brookes is currently studying the Level3 Extended Diploma in Business at New CollegeStamford:

"I am really enjoying the course because thesubjects are really interesting. It's hard work,but it covers a wide range of business aspects,plus the lecturers have such knowledge andexperience, they make it that more interesting.I hope to go to university following this course,perhaps in business management, but to behonest, I haven't chosen my specialist area yet."

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT

Course code: ED3ITAPExam board: EDEXCEL


Aim Whether you are considering a career in IT orfurther study at university the course is acombination of theoretical and practical topics tobroaden your knowledge of IT skills that willprepare you for both destinations.

Content During this course students may study thefollowing:• Communications and employability skills for IT• Computer systems• Information systems• Computer networks• e-Commerce• Systems analysis and design• Database design• Human computer interaction• Spreadsheet modelling


Construction


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Construction SkillsThe construction industry is constantly undergoing changes anddevelopments and at New College Stamford we keep our students abreastof these changes with new and exciting courses. Students will learn inindustry standard workshops alongside experienced lecturers from theindustry. We have excellent links with local and national employers andwork closely with local construction firms to ensure our students gainvalue work experience.












*Please note that these are broad indications of the level of qualifications required to accesscourses at the college. Each course has more precise details listed with the course information.

Progression/career opportunitiesOn completion of this course students canprogress on to the Carpentry and Joinery DiplomaLevel 1 or Brickwork Level 1.

Additional informationThere is a £40.00 fee on all Construction coursesto cover the cost of some basic equipment toincluding text books, files, pens, pencils, scalerulers. Additionally you will need to also purchasethe uniform for the course, steel toe capped bootsand overalls- these can be purchased directlyfrom our website.

Mature students (19+) may not need to showevidence of formal educational qualifications butmust be able to demonstrate experience ofcommitment to Bricklaying or a related tradearea. References may be taken up and a selectioncriteria will be applied including the use of aptitudetests to determine your suitability for the course.

Level 1 Diploma in Basic Construction 6218-04

Course code: FLDBCAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Interview at the college

Aim This qualification provides basic training inconstruction trades. The qualification size providesmore choice and flexibility for students. The coreconstruction trades have been covered includingbrickwork, carpentry, joinery and plumbing. Thequalification is suitable for anyone who has noprevious experience or knowledge of theconstruction craft skills.

ContentThe course is practically-based and you will producea portfolio of evidence to demonstrate yourcompetence. There are some classroom sessionsfor portfolio building and to cover theory but,wherever possible, the theory is covered as partof the practical sessions. This is a good all-roundqualification that will give you a valuable insightinto what it is like to work in construction and willenable you to identify your preferred trades if youdecide you wish to specialise in one area.



What can I be?

Plumber, Electrician, Carpenter,Bricklayer, Apprenticeships, SiteManager, Project Manager orEngineering degree programmes.

Is Construction for me?

These courses are ideal forsomeone wanting to work in thebuilding trade. Whether it be as aBuilder, Plumber, Joiner, orElectrician. New College Stamford'sexcellent teaching staff and facilitiesin its dedicated ConstructionAcademy Centre will lay thefoundations for developing the skillas a trades person in a muchsought after profession.

Pre-Apprenticeship Course in Plumbing

Course code: PAC1PAPExam board: City & Guilds Summit Skills

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs at grade D and above inMaths, English, Science or a Technology subject (pleasenote competition is high for the construction skills course)

Aim This course is aimed at young people who are currentlyworking/starting work in the workplace within the plumbingindustry. The Pre Apprenticeship course is designed to giveyou the under pinning knowledge and practical experiencebefore being signed up on the apprenticeship schemeframework for Level 2 Plumbing. Over the 25 weeks you willspend one day per week in college and 4 days in employmentwithin the Plumbing Industry, including in the 25 weeks therewill be 6 block weeks. Whichever route you choose, within thePre-Apprenticeship programme you will receive high qualityoff-the-job training at Stamford College, to support you atwork and help you to achieve your qualifications.

ContentThe Pre apprenticeship course for Plumbing will consist ofthe following units:• Health and Safety• Environmental Awareness• Building Services Science• Steel pipe-work, copper bending and jointing• Coldwater cisterns and central heating• Use of compression fitting

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful students will be able to progress and under takean N.V.Q Level 2 Apprenticeship in Plumbing.

Additional informationThere is a £40.00 fee on all Construction courses to cover thecost of some basic equipment to including text books, files,pens, pencils, scale rulers. You will also need to purchase theuniform for the course, steel toe capped boots and overalls-these can be purchased directly from our website.

Level 1 Diploma in Access to Building ServicesEngineering (Plumbing)

Course code: FLDPLAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Four GCSEs at grade Dor above including Maths and Englishlanguage or a Science

Aim This exciting new course from City and Guildswill give you the basic knowledge andgrounding for your future within the trade ofplumbing and will provide you with the keypoints below.• Provide a broad introduction to the sector• Encourage progression to specific industry

qualifications• Provide a 'taster' of the BSE sector and four

specific industries within it• Provide an entry point for students

Our training is delivered by professionalswith many years of valuable experience inour state of the art workshops and facilitiesgiving you the best possible start to theindustry.

ContentLearners will have a choice betweenundertaking Level 1 or Level 2 units in each ofthe areas of Health and Safety, EnvironmentalAwareness and BSE Science. Level 2 unitachievement can be carried forward to MESqualifications. This qualification will be acertificate if the candidate undertakes onlythe Level 1 units and a Diploma if thecandidate undertakes the Level 2 units.

• Level 1 BSE Health and Safety• Level 1 BSE Environmental Awareness• Level 1 BSE Science• Level 1 BSE• Level 1 Electrical• Level 1 Plumbing• Level 1 Heating and Ventilation• Level 1 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning• Level 2 BSE Health and Safety• Level 2 BSE Environmental Awareness• Level 2 BSE Science

Progression/career opportunitiesWithin the plumbing industry students will beable to progress on to higher courses orundertake an apprenticeship course.

Additional informationThere is a £40.00 fee on all Constructioncourses to cover the cost of some basicequipment to including text books, files, pens,pencils, scale rulers. Additionally you will needto also purchase the uniform for the course,steel toe capped boots and overalls- these canbe purchased directly from our website.


• Site preparation and pipe work fabrication techniques• Domestic cold water• Domestic hot water• Domestic central heating• Domestic rain water systems• Above ground drainage systems• Onsite safe working practices• Onsite install and maintain domestic plumbing and

heating systems

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful students could move into employmentwithin the plumbing industry and therefore be eligibleto undertake the NVQ/Diploma Level 3 course.

Additional informationYou will be required to supply your own protectivework boots for this course. There is a £40 fee on allconstruction courses to cover the cost of yourequipment including text books, files, pens, pencils, scale ruler, tape measures etc to be paid at enrolment.

This course is often oversubscribed and we wouldencourage you to support your application with apersonal statement. We will consider other factorsapart from the minimum Entry requirements, such asgood school, attendance and punctuality report fromyour school and a good performance at your interview.

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing and DomesticHeating - 6189-11

Course code: NV2PLAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: 4 GCSE grade D or aboveincluding Maths, English or a Science. Someassessments will be conducted within theworkplace, employment/work placement willbe needed to complete this qualification

Achievement of the Level 1 Diploma in Access toBuilding Services Engineering will be neededunless you have prior plumbing knowledge

Aim The training for this 1 year course will take place inour state of the art workshop facilities and will bedelivered by professionals from the industry. Ouraim is for you to build on the knowledge and skillsyou developed in the Level 1 Diploma - Access toBuilding Services Engineering course, and for youto progress within the plumbing industry. Withinthis qualification, you will gain experience withinthe workplace and complete on site assessment,thus gaining you valuable experience.

ContentThe college will provide you with a highlystructured approach to training, where you will beintroduced to the basic theory and practical skillsrequired to install and maintain modern domesticplumbing systems (no gas). It should be noted thatthe achievement of the Technical Certificate alonedoes not mean you are a fully qualified plumber.


As part of this qualification, you will have theopportunity to undertake the following externallycertified BPEC water training packages:• Water regulations• Domestic Unvented Hot Water Storgae Systems

(England and Wales)• Understand how to organise resources within

the Building services engineering

Progression/career opportunitiesOn completion of the Level 3 NVQ Diploma inPlumbing and Domestic Heating students canprogress to:• Become a heating and ventilating engineer

(industrial and commercial)• Become a refrigeration and air conditioning

engineer (industrial and commercial)• Higher Professional Diploma• Environmental Technologies

Additional informationYou will be required to supply your own protectivework boots for this course. There is a £40 fee onall construction courses to cover the cost of yourequipment including text books, files, pens, pencils,scale ruler, tape measures etc to be paid atenrolment.

Some assessments will be conducted within the workplace, employment/workplacement will be needed to complete this qualification.

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing and DomesticHeating - 6189-31

NCS Course code: N3PLUAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: You will need to havecompleted a Level 2 Certificate in BasicPlumbing Studies, a Diploma in Plumbing Level2 or a Level 2 qualification related to theindustry. You will also be required to undertakea skills assessment to assess your suitabilityfor the course

Aim The new City and Guilds Diploma provides vitalprogression from Level 2 Plumbing studies andwill provide you with a good understanding ofadvanced technical and practical skills requiredthrough theoretical and practical workshops. TheNVQ Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating isfor anyone wanting to become a qualified plumberor domestic engineer aged 16 years or over.

ContentYou will complete the following units: • Understand how to carry out electrical work on

domestic plumbing and heating systems andcomponents

• Understand and apply domestic cold watersystems installation, commissioning, service andmaintenance techniques

• Understand and apply domestic hot watersystems installation, commissioning, service andmaintenance techniques

• Understand and apply domestic central heatingsystems installation, commissioning, service andmaintenance techniques

• Understand and apply domestic sanitationsystems installation, commissioning, service andmaintenance techniques

• Install, commission, service and maintaindomestic plumbing and heating systems

• Installation, service and maintenance of domesticgas appliances



Pre-Apprenticeship Course in Bricklaying

Course code: PAC1BAPExam board: City & Guilds CSkills

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs at grade D andabove in Maths, English, Science or aTechnology subject (please note competition ishigh for the construction skills course)

Aim This course is aimed at young people who arecurrently working/starting work in the workplacewithin the bricklaying industry. The PreApprenticeship course is designed to give you theunder pinning knowledge and practical experiencebefore being signed up on the ApprenticeshipScheme Framework for Level 2 Bricklaying. Overthe 25 weeks you will spend one day per week incollege and 4 days in employment within thebricklaying industry, including in the 25 weeksthere will be 6 block weeks.

ContentThe Pre apprenticeship course for Bricklaying willconsist of the following units:• Know how to carry out safe working practices in

construction• Knowledge of information, quantities, and

communicating with others• Building methods and construction technology• Carry out basic block laying skills• Carry out basic bricklaying skills• Carry out basic cavity walling• Know how to contribute to setting out and

building basic masonry structures up to dampcourse level

Progression/career opportunities Successful students will be able to progress andunder take an N.V.Q Level 2 Apprenticeship inBricklaying.

Additional information There is a £40.00 fee on all Construction coursesto cover the cost of some basic equipment toincluding text books, files, pens, pencils, scalerulers. Additionally you will need to also purchasethe uniform for the course, steel toe capped bootsand overalls- these can be purchased directlyfrom our website.

Progression/career opportunitiesStudents can progress to Level 2 in Bricklaying orthe course can also provide a progression route toachieving a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ2).This qualification will provide basic training in thetrade to enable students to progress intoemployment as a trainee.

Additional informationYou will be required to supply your own protectivesteel toe capped work boots for this course. Thereis a £40 fee on all construction courses to coverthe cost of your equipment including text books,files, pens, pencils, scale ruler, tape measures etcto be paid at enrolment.

Mature students (19+) may not need to showevidence of formal educational qualifications butmust be able to demonstrate experience ofcommitment to construction. References may betaken up and a selection criteria will be appliedincluding the use of aptitude tests to determineyour suitability for the course.

Level 1 Diploma in Brickwork

Course code: FLDBRAPExam board: City & Guilds


AimThis course is designed to develop your skills andknowledge, enabling you to work in the industry ofyour chosen craft. You will learn foundation skillsrequired to gain an understanding of the methodsand techniques associated with industry with theaim towards progressing on to the Level 2 Diplomaor onto an entry level job in construction.

ContentThe general core units for this course are: • Know how to carry out safe working practices• Carry out safe working practices• Knowledge of information, quantities and

communicating with others• Information, quantities and communicating with

others• Knowledge of building methods and construction

technology• Building methods and construction technology.

The occupation specific units are:• Know how to carry out basic blocklaying skills• Carry out basic blocklaying skills• Know how to carry out basic bricklaying skills• Carry out basic bricklaying skills• Know how to carry out basic cavity walling• Carry out basic cavity walling• Know how to contribute to setting out and

building basic masonry structures up to dampcourse level

• Contribute to setting out and building basicmasonry structures up to damp course level




Course code: DP3BRAPExam board: CSkills

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs grade D and aLevel 2 Diploma in Bricklaying

Aim The Level 3 Diploma in Brickwork is designed to develop the skills and knowledge of people,enabling them to work in the industry in theirchosen craft at an advanced level. It has beenspecifically developed for delivery in a trainingenvironment using simulated conditions and thetest(s) are based on the student showing whatthey can do as an individual through thecompletion of all the requirements of thequalification.

Content The general core units for this course are:• Know how to carry out safe working practices

in construction• Carry out safe working practices in construction• Knowledge of information, quantities and

communicating with others• Information, quantities and communicating

with others• Knowledge of building methods and

construction technology• Building methods and construction technology

The occupation specific units are:• Know how to carry out structural and decorative

brickwork• Carry out structural and decorative brickwork• Know how to repair and maintain masonry

structures• Repair and maintain masonry structures• Know how to erect complex masonry structures• Erect complex masonry structures

Progression/career opportunitiesAfter successfully completing a Level 3 Diploma,you may wish to apply to advance your skills andtechniques by studying for an NVQ. Thisqualification uses a combination of classroom andwork based learning and can be taken as part ofan Apprenticeship. Alternatively, you may wish togain employment as a trainee.


Mature students (19+) may not need to showevidence of formal educational qualifications butmust possess a level 2 qualification in bricklaying.References may be taken up and selection criteriawill be applied including the use of aptitude tests todetermine your suitability for the course.

• Thin joint masonry and masonry cladding• Know how to build solid walling, isolated and

attached piers• Build solid walling, isolated and attached piers• Know how to build cavity walling forming

masonry structures• Build cavity walling forming masonry structures

Progression/career opportunitiesLevel 3 in Bricklaying or can also provide aprogression route to achieving a NationalVocational Qualification (NVQ2). This qualificationwill provide basic training in the trade to enablestudents to progress into employment as atrainee/apprentice.




Course code: DP2BRAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Standard Entryrequirements (Level 1 qualification to be inBrickwork)

AimThis course is designed to develop your skills andknowledge of the craft and facilitate progressionin the industry. It has been specifically developedto be delivered in a training environment usingsimulated conditions, and the test(s) are based onthe student demonstrating their skills through thecompletion of all criteria required by theConstruction Awards Alliance (CAA) for thecertification of the qualification.

ContentThe general core units of this course are: • Know how to carry out safe working

practices(covered in level 1)• Carry out safe working practices

(covered in level 1)• Knowledge of information, quantities and

communicating with others 2• Information, quantities and communicating

with others 2• Knowledge of building methods and

construction technology 2• Building methods and construction technology 2

The occupation specific units are: • Know how to interpret working drawings to set

out masonry structures• Interpret working drawings to set out

masonry structures• Knowledge of thin joint masonry and

masonry cladding



Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Course code: FLDCJAPExam board: City & Guilds


Aim In the first term you will acquire basic carpentryand joinery skills. As the programme progresses,each individual will build upon these skills, inpreparation for the continuous assessment. At thesame time students will acquire Level 1 units. Theprogramme will prepare people for employmentas a skilled craft person. A large part of theprogramme is project based allowing students toacquire practical skills and job related knowledge.

ContentThe course consists of the following units: • Know how to carry out safe working practices• Knowledge of information, quantities and

communication with others• Produce basic wood working joints• Know how to maintain and use carpentry and

joinery tools• Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable

power tools

Progression/career opportunitiesThe Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery is thelogical progression route, but students maychoose to find employment first beforeprogressing on to the Level 2 course.



Pre-Apprenticeship Course in Carpentry

Course code: PAC1CAPExam board: City & Guilds CSkills

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs at grade D and above in Maths, English, Science or aTechnology subject (please note competition ishigh for the construction skills course)

Aim This course is aimed at young people who arecurrently working/starting work in the workplacewithin the Carpentry and Joinery Industry. The PreApprenticeship course is designed to give you theunder pinning knowledge and practical experiencebefore being signed up on the ApprenticeshipScheme Framework for Level 2 Carpentry andJoinery. Over the 25 weeks you will spend oneday per week in college and 4 days inemployment within the Carpentry and Joineryindustry, including in the 25 weeks there will be 6block weeks.

ContentThe Pre apprenticeship course for Carpentry andJoinery will consist of the following units:• Know how to carry out safe working practices• Knowledge of information, quantities and

communicating with others• Produce basic wood working joints• Know how to maintain and use carpentry and

joinery tools• Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable

power tools

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful students can move on to the Level 2Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery.

Additional informationThere is a £40.00 fee on all Construction coursesto cover the cost of some basic equipment toincluding text books, files, pens, pencils, scalerulers. Additionally you will need to also purchasethe uniform for the course, steel toe capped bootsand overalls- these can be purchased directlyfrom our website.



Level 2 Diplomain Site Carpentry

Course code: DP2SCAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Standard Entryrequirements (Level 1 qualification to be inCarpentry and Joinery)

AimThis course is designed to develop the skills andknowledge of people, enabling them to work in theindustry of their chosen craft. It has beenspecifically developed for delivery in a trainingenvironment using simulated conditions and thetest(s) are based on the student showing whatthey can do as an individual through thecompletion of all the requirements of thequalification. Students will undertake practicalwork activities in our state of the art workshopsand will be taught by experienced professionalsfrom the industry.

Content The Diploma Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery willconsist of the following units:• Know how to carry out safe working practices• Knowledge of information, quantities and

communicating with others• Know how to carry out first fixing operations• Know how to carry out second fixing operations• Know how to erect structural carcassing• Know how to carry out maintenance• Know how to operate a circular saw

Progression/career opportunitiesThe Level 3 Diploma in Bench Joinery is the logicalprogression route, but students may choose tofind employment first before progressing on tothe Level 3 course.



Level 3 Diploma in Bench Joinery

Course code: DP3BJAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs grade D or Level 2Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Aim The aim of this course is to provide students withthe skills, underpinning knowledge and a broadunderstanding of the diversity and complexity thatis the Construction Industry. You will explore theroles and responsibilities of the people who workin the industry and the possible careerprogression routes.

ContentThe Level 3 Diploma in Bench Joinery will consistof the following units: • Know how to carry out safe working practices

in construction• Carry out safe working practices in construction• Knowledge of information, quantities and

communicating with others • Information, quantities and communicating

with others• Knowledge of building methods and

construction technology• Building methods and construction technology• Know how to set up and use fixed and

transportable machinery• Set up and use fixed and transportable

machinery• Know how to manufacture complex shaped

joinery products• Manufacture complex shaped joinery products• Know how to produce complex shaped joinery

product details• Produce complex shaped joinery product details

Progression/career opportunitiesThis course is designed to provide students withthe underpinning knowledge, skills and confidencerequired to apply for employment within theconstruction industry.





Level 1 Diploma in Access to Building ServicesEngineering (Electrical Installation)

Course code: FLDELAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Four GCSEs at grade D orabove including Maths and English or a Science.

Aim This exciting new course from City and Guilds willgive you the basic knowledge and grounding foryour future within the trades of electricalinstallation and will provide you with the key pointsbelow:• Provide a broad introduction to the sector• Encourage progression to specific industry

qualifications• Provide a 'taster' of the BSE sector and four

specific industries within it• Provide an entry point for students

ContentStudents will have a choice between undertakingLevel 1 or Level 2 units in each of the areas ofHealth and Safety, Environmental Awareness andBSE Science. Level 2 unit achievement can becarried forward to MES qualifications. Thisqualification will be a certificate if the candidateundertakes only the Level 1 units and a Diploma ifthe candidate undertakes the Level 2 units.• Level 1 BSE Health and Safety• Level 1 BSE Environmental Awareness• Level 1 BSE Science• Level 1 BSE• Level 1 Electrical• Level 1 Plumbing• Level 1 Heating and Ventilation• Level 1 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning• Level 2 BSE Health and Safety• Level 2 BSE Environmental Awareness• Level 2 BSE Science

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful students will be able to progress on toN.V.Q training , City and Guilds DiplomaElectrotechnology 2357 or undertake anApprenticeship course.




City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Electrotechnology - (2357)

Course code: NV3PLAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs at grade C or a Level 1Diploma in Access to Building Services Engineering(Electrical Installation)

Aim This is the first step towards becoming a fully qualifiedelectrician. During this year you will learn all about thedifferent kinds of circuits commonly encountered byelectricians and the different cables and containmentsystems.

By the end of the year you will be working at a professionalstandard and have a basic understanding of inspection andtesting, electrical science and health and safety.

ContentThe following knowledge based units will be covered: • Health and safety legislation and working practices • Environmental legislation, working practices and

principles• Practices and procedures for overseeing and organising

the work environment• Principles, practices and legislation for the termination

and connection of conductors, cables and flexible cords inelectrical systems

• Principles, practices and legislation for the inspection,testing and commissioning of electrical systems andequipment

• Principles, practices and legislation for diagnosing andcorrecting electrical faults in electrical systems andequipment

• Electrical principles associated with the design, building,installation and maintenance of electrical systems andequipment

• Practices and procedures for planning, preparing andinstalling of electrical systems and equipment

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful students could move onto higherlevel courses such as Introduction toEnvironmental Technologies, Inspection, Testing,Design and Certification of Electrical Installations(2391), Certificate in the Requirements forElectrical Installations - BS7671: Jan 2008(2382) or BPEC Part P Regulations.

Additional informationYou will be required to supply your ownprotective work boots for this course. There is a£40 fee on all construction courses to cover thecost of your equipment including text books, files,pens, pencils, scale ruler, tape measures etc to bepaid at enrolment.

Mature students (19+) may not need to showevidence of formal educational qualifications butmust be able to demonstrate experience ofcommitment to Bricklaying or a related tradearea. References may be taken up and aselection criteria will be applied including the useof aptitude tests to determine your suitability forthe course.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Electrical and ElectronicEngineering (RenewableEnergies)

Course code: ED3ENAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grade C or aboveto include English, Maths and Science orTechnology or a Merit grade in the intermediatecourse or equivalent qualification

Aim This qualification aims to develop your existingskills, qualifications and training, to give you anadvanced understanding of the knowledge andtechniques required within the engineeringindustry. Topics covered include material science,PLC programming, electrical installation and manyother essential subjects for the modern engineer.Sustainable energy systems such as solar panels,wind turbines and fibre optic control systemsform the backbone of the practical elements ofthe course.

ContentOn this course you will learn about: • Communications for technicians• Computer aided drafting• Analogue electronics• Electrical and electronic principles• Electronic manufacture• Engineering secondary/finishing processes• Mathematics for technicians• Mechanical principles and applications• Principles and applications of electronic

devices and circuits• Business systems for technicians• Computer numerical control of machine tools• Engineering design• Engineering primary forming processes• Engineering project• Further mathematics for technicians• Principles and applications of

microelectronics

Progression/career opportunitiesFollowing successful completion of this courseyou may wish to progress onto a FoundationDegree in Engineering or you can apply for oneof the many Engineering Degree programmesat a University of your choice.

Additional informationThere is a £40.00 fee on all Constructioncourses to cover the cost of some basicequipment to including text books, files, pens,pencils, scale rulers. Additionally you will needto also purchase the uniform for the course,steel toe capped boots and overalls- these canbe purchased directly from our website.

Mature students (19+) may not need to showevidence of formal educational qualificationsbut must be able to demonstrate experience ofcommitment to Bricklaying or a related tradearea. References may be taken up and aselection criteria will be applied including theuse of aptitude tests to determine yoursuitability for the course.


Creative Arts


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Creative ArtsThe Creative Arts area has dedicated work rooms and studios that are wellequipped for photography, fashion and textiles, sculpture and art work.Graphics and media students benefit from a Mac suite and computer roomsto be able to complete work of a very high standard. All the art and designcourses have an end of year exhibition or fashion show which givesstudents the chance to showcase their talents.








Level 1 qualification and/or 4 GCSEs grade D or above including Maths and English OR Level 1 Vocational Qualification and at least Level 1 in literacy and/or numeracy Level 2 Course Employment Further




*Please note that these are broadindications of the level of qualifications

required to access courses at thecollege. Each course has more

precise details listed with the course information.

This qualification includes the following units:• Explore Drawing• Explore Painting• Explore Printmaking• Explore Mixed Media• Explore and Create Surface Relief• Explore 3D Design Crafts• Explore 3D Design• Explore 3D Fine Art• A Personal Project• Self-management Skills

You will be using a wide variety of art and designmaterials and resources. To stimulate your workyou will visit galleries, exhibitions and othervenues. To widen your experience of careers in artand design, you will be shown work from theExtended Diploma Level courses.

Progression/career opportunities This course is an excellent preparation for Level 2studies in art, graphics and media and fashioncourses. You can then continue on to further studyat Level 3 and specialise within any of the aboveareas.

The level one course is developed to help learnersprogress to employment in a particular vocationalsector.

Kayleigh Saunders is a student studying level 1at New College Stamford. She said:

"I am really enjoying this course so far, it's agreat start for anyone interested in art anddesign. I have learnt a lot of new skills in theunits we have covered and I look forward tojoining the level two course next year."

Level 1 Diplomain Art & Design

Course code: FLDARAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard creative artsentry requirements including a portfolio to beshown at interview. Students will also need tocomplete a short summer assignment prior toenrolment

AimThis is an exciting one year course that willintroduce you to a wide range of art and designareas. By developing your skills, knowledge andhow to explore different techniques you willbegin to create a diverse portfolio of artwork.This diploma is aimed at progression from levelone to level two courses and acts to help yourealise your favourite specialist area.

ContentThis course is the equivalent to 5 GCSEs at Level 1(D-G) grade. The course will give you a thoroughpreparation for the next level of vocationalcourse, in media, art and design or graphics. Youwill express your personal ideas to meet eachbrief and work on a final project that gives youthe opportunity to specialise in particular aspectsof art, design or media.



Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design

Course code: DP2ARAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Creative Artsentry requirements

AimThis is a one year course that builds on yourknowledge of creative art and design disciplines,extending your skills in art and design and mediaby developing your research, art and design skills.

ContentThis course will give you a thorough preparation forthe next level of vocational course, in media, art anddesign or graphics. You will express your personalideas to meet each brief and work on a final projectthat gives you the opportunity to specialise inparticular aspects of art, design or media. This qualification includes the following units:• Research• 2D and 3D design• Drawing • Recording• Photography• Textiles• Contextual Studies• Print Making

You will be using a wide variety of art and designmaterials and resources. To stimulate your workyou will visit galleries, exhibitions and othervenues. To widen your experience of careers in artand design, you will be shown work from theLevel 3 Extended Diploma level courses.

Progression/career opportunitiesThis course is an excellent preparation for Level 3studies in art, graphics and media courses. Youcan continue on to further study at Level 3 in art,fashion, graphics or media.

Graphic Designer, FashionDesigner, Artist, Photographer(freelance, fashion, editorial),Wed Designer, Interior Designer,Set Designer, Furniture Design,Animator, Illustrator.

What can I be?

For the first two terms, each student willexperience all of these disciplines, and after Easter,select their two specialist options. Each studentcan choose either Photography, Fine Art orDesign.

Progression/career opportunities All students are encouraged to pursue either adegree route or a related route of employment.Possible future career options include interiordesign, set design, furniture design, fine art,photography, animation, printmaking andbookbinding.

Additional information£30 Kit fee due in on day one of the course forwhich you will receive a stack of art equipmentand all your starting sketchbooks. There is also acharge of £15 to cover the first trip - an essentialpart of the historical studies programme.

Emily Feneys, a student studying the Level 3Extended Diploma in Art and Design at NewCollege Stamford said:

"This course offers a broad route for thoselooking for a creative experience in which theycan expand their artistic abilities."

Level 3 Extended Diplomain Art & Design

Course code: ED3ARAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Creative Artsentry requirements plus grade B in GCSE Art orLevel 2 Diploma with merit grade

AimThis exciting 2 year course is an excellentintroduction for those considering a career in artand design. It will appeal to those interested in fineart, fashion and textile design, 3D design andgeneral visual studies.

Content The course incorporates all the fundamental skillsrequired to prepare each student for degreeprogression. Subjects include:• Drawing• Design• Photography• Fine Art• Photoshop• Historical Art Studies



A high value is placed on independent researchand self motivated study. The program aims todevelop a students independent creative thinkingabilities, allowing them to take ideas and explorethe possibilities through a range of visual and craftprocesses. As the course progresses, studybecomes more focused within the student'sspecialist area of choice. Specialisms include;visual studies, 3D studies, graphics, illustration,spatial design, printmaking, photography, film,fashion and textiles.

Progression opportunitiesThe foundation course at New College Stamfordhas flourished over the last few years to earn anenviable reputation for excellence. The course hasachieved high rates of progression, with manystudents being accepted onto high calibre degreecourses, to study a variety of specialist subjects.

Extra informationIt is the preferred qualification for most art baseduniversity courses and the majority of topUniversities still require the Foundationqualification. Statistically students acquiringFoundation are far more likely to complete an artsdegree than those without. A Foundation pass isworth 120, merit 180, Distinction 240 UCAS points.It is also a recognised access course for maturestudents with few formal qualifications.

Foundation Diploma in Art & Design

Course code: DPFDAAPThis course is validated by EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Either one arts based ALevel or a vocationally relevant qualification(such as Extended Diploma). You will need 5GCSEs A* - C including English. You will need toprovide a portfolio at interview. Mature studentscan offer life skills as an alternative to formalqualifications

AimThis one year full-time course provides a broadintroduction to art and design, preparing you forapplication to higher education courses. We offer afriendly and supportive environment in which todevelop your abilities, appraise your strengths anddevelop your ideas and skills. We will also enableyou to define and make decisions about yourfuture career aspirations.

ContentThe programme is characterised by experimentaland experiential learning. The programme ofstudy ensures that a full range of teachingexpertise and learning opportunities are provided.This course is enriched with a variety of projectlinked visits, including a 5-day residential in aEuropean city. Additionally, a comprehensiveliberal studies programme with visiting speakersfrom a wide range of professional backgrounds,ensures that students become aware of thedemands of art and design and recognise thecommon principles and distinctive characteristicsof subject disciplines. Allowing students to makeinformed career/UCAS choices.

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Fashion & Clothing

Course code: ED3FAAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Creative Artsentry requirements including a grade B in anarts based subject or Level 2 Diploma in acreative subject with a merit grade. You willneed to provide a portfolio at interview

AimThis two year programme is ideal for those whowould like to follow a career in fashion or textilesdesign, fashion production, marketing, styling orretail.

ContentThis qualification is made up of 18 units, allstudents take the five core units which are:• Visual Recording in Art and Design• Materials Techniques and Processes in Art and

Design• Ideas and Concepts in Art and Design• Communication through Art and Design• Contextual Influences in Art and Design

Optional units may include:• Pattern Construction for Fashion and Clothing• Computer Application in Fashion• Fashion Presentation Techniques• Surface Pattern

Progression/career opportunities Successful students may choose to use theirqualification as a progression route to HigherEducation to study for and HND or Degree in aFashion or Textiles based subject. Alternativelythose seeking employment can find a wide rangeof careers within the Fashion and Textilesindustries.

Additional information There is an annual £60 studio fee for this coursepayable in September which ensures that alllearners have access to the appropriate materials.Students will also be expected to provide variousmaterials necessary for the successful completionof coursework including sketch books, mountboard etc.

Susie Marriott is a L3 Diploma in Fashion andClothing student and next year she is going ontostudy Textile design at Huddersfield University.Susie said:

"The course has been fantastic for me and Ihave excelled in my creative knowledge. I havereally enjoyed the many projects and I've had agreat time learning new things. The best parthas been having fabulous resources and havinglots of great memories. I'm going toHuddersfield University next year to carry onmy love for fashion and textiles"



Progression/career opportunities Successful students may choose to use theirqualification as a progression route to universitydegree courses in subjects such as graphicdesign, graphic communications, multimedia orprint design. Alternatively those seekingemployment can progress to a wide range ofcareers in graphic design, printing, packaging oradvertising.

Additional informationThere is a kit fee for this course payable inSeptember.

Eve Warren is studying the Level 3 ExtendedDiploma in Graphic Design at New CollegeStamford and is hoping to study a BA in GraphicDesign next year. She said:

"The course really helps to develop yourcreative skills through learning how to generatea broad range of ideas that can outcome in bothdigital and traditional media."

Level 3 Extended Diplomain Graphic Design

Course code: ED3GDAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Creative Artsentry requirements including an arts basedsubject at grade B or Level 2 Creative and MediaDiploma with a merit grade

AimThis 2 year course provides you with theopportunity to develop all the skills needed for acareer in the design industry or for progression onto Higher Education courses. The course is projectbased with studies centred on advertising andpromotion, package design, typography, webdesign, corporate identity, exhibition design, digitalimaging, photography and desktop publishing aswell as drawing and design skills.After the initial introductory and assessmentphase your work will be organised into a series ofchallenging design briefs which are targeted atspecific areas of learning with importance beingplaced on idea, design development andpresentation of finished work.

ContentThis course is made up of 18 units and all studentswill study 6 core units which cover:• Drawing Skills• Ideas and Concepts• Visual Communication• Historical and Contextual StudiesAdditional units also cover a range of graphicdesign disciplines such as editorial, typographicand packaging design.

Additional informationStudents will be expected to have access to adigital SLR camera and a 35mm camera andsupply the majority of their own materials. Theaverage cost of materials for this course is £150per year.

Angharad Graham, a Level 3 Extended Diplomain Photography student is hoping to progress touniversity to study Photography. She said:

"My time at New College Stamford has beeninspirational. The tutors have been verysupportive in helping us progress and learn awide variety of photographic techniques andtheory. New College Stamford is a very friendlyenvironment and I feel I am being well guidedtowards my future aims."

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Photography

Course code: ED3PHAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Creative Artsentry requirements or Level 2 Diploma with amerit grade in a suitable subject

AimThis 2 year course will lay the groundwork for acareer in a variety of photographic occupations.You will learn how to use a range of cameraformats including traditional and digital technology,darkroom printing, studio lighting and locationwork.

ContentYou will develop the following skills:• Studio techniques in areas such as fashion and

advertising• Location techniques in areas such as landscape

and portraiture• Digital technology such as using scanned and

digital images• Traditional darkroom printing in black and white• Professional practices - client and photographer

relationships, copyright laws, costing a job andkeeping accounts

• Portfolio presentation• Visual Literacy

Work is organised into a series of challengingdesign briefs which target specific areas oflearning with the importance being placed on idea,design development and presentation of finishedwork.

Progression/career opportunities Successful students may choose to use theirqualification as a progression route to universitydegree courses or HNDs. Alternatively, thoseseeking employment can find a wide range ofcareers within the photographic industry.


Optional Interactive Media specialist units:• Image Manipulation Using Computer Application• Website Design• Typographic and Layout Design• 2D Animation Production• Film and Video Editing Techniques• Interactive Media Design• Narrative Image Making

Students can select one or two of the following units:• Stop Motion Animation Production• 3D Animation• Graphic Image Making• Words and Images in Graphic Design• Concept Art for Computer Games• Computer Game Engines• Computer game story development• Video Production for Interactive Media• Understanding Video Technology• Producing video Installation• Single Camera Techniques• Web Animation for Interactive Media• Digital Storytelling• Digital Video Production for Interactive Media• Sound in Interactive Media• Soundtrack Production for the Moving Image• Audio Production Processes

Progression/career opportunitiesStudents on the Interactive Media course haveprogressed on to university in many differentsubject areas that are covered on the course suchas film, animation, photography, illustration,graphics, journalism, games design, web design,sound and multimedia. Other students haveobtained employment in web design, advertising,newspapers and graphics.

AimThis two year course focuses on the knowledgeand skills needed to work in the rapidly growinginteractive media industry. This entails all thetypes of animation, working in film and television,web design, photography, drawing, interactive CDROM design, magazine design, graphics, computergraphics, games design, advertising, graphics,sound, illustration, comic design, interactive basedproducts such Apps for mobile phones, video foriPods, installations etc. On this course students willparticipate in working on live projects, enterdesign/film competitions and submit animationand film work into film/animation festivals.

ContentThe programme is unit based and consists of thefollowing units:Core units:• Visual Recording in Art and Design• Materials, Techniques and Processes in Art and

Design• Ideas and Concepts in Art and Design• Communication Through Art and Design• Contextual Influences in Art and Design

Optional specialist units:• Application, Exploration and Realisation in Art

and Design• Personal and Professional Development in Art

and Design• Computers in Art and Design• Collaborative Working in Art and Design or

Starting a Small Business

Level 2 Diploma in Interactive Media

NCS Course code: DP2IMAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard entry requirements

AimThe course provides a broad introduction to a widerange of media platforms and techniques. Students willbe able to get involved in a range of activities such asthe College Radio Station.

ContentThe course is made up of the following units: • Audio Production• Video Production• Animation Techniques• Advertising Production• Photographic Techniques• Working with moving image briefs

Progression/career opportunitiesIf students achieve a merit or distinction grade thenthey will be able to progress to the Level 3 programme.


Level 3 Extended Diploma in Interactive Media

Course code: ED3IMAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Creative Arts entry requirements including atleast a C in an arts based subject plus a portfolio of work

Additional information In the second year of the course students willhave the opportunity to select one or two units oftheir choice and write their own brief. This willenable all students to specialise in an area ofstudy they wish to progress onto at university orin employment. Students have been involved inproducing work for industry particularly filmrelated work such as filming on location andproducing a prison DVD for IMB and producingdocumentaries. Students also enter graphic andanimation based competitions and have wonawards for two years in a row in the DesignAgainst Fur competition.

Students must also purchase an InteractiveMedia kit at approximately £28.

Stanley Ashton studied Level 3 Diploma inInteractive Media in 2010 and then progressedonto a Graphics BA degree at De MontfortUniversity. He said:

"My time at New College Stamford wasfantastic, my Lecturer was really supportiveand gave me encouragement; she gave me theconfidence to believe in myself to become asuccessful graphic designer. I finished thecourse with a triple distinction grade."


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Early Years, Health and Social CareWould you like to pursue a career in a caring and rewarding sector? Our Early Years, Health &Social Care courses are highly regarded by employers and our students take part in workplacements to ensure they gain experience and skills from a real working environment.












*Please note that these are broad indications of the level of qualificationsrequired to access courses at the college. Each course has more precisedetails listed with the course information.

Level 1 Diploma in Caring for Children

Course code: FLDCCAPExam board: CACHE

Entry requirements: 2 GCSEs at Grade D or EntryLevel 3 in Childcare. All students will have to beCRB checked.

AimThis course will stimulate your interest & encourageyour understanding of the skills required to care forchildren. It will help prepare you for the "next steps"either in training or moving towards the world ofwork. The course covers a wide range of topics &reflects the themes of all the latest national strategies.

ContentThe units that you will study are as follows:• Healthy eating for families• Supporting babies to play• Safeguarding the welfare of children and young

children• Investigating a vocational area• Growth & development of young children• Sharing learning experiences with young children• Respecting & valuing children• Healthy living• Preparing for your next steps• Musical activities for young children• Practical health & safety when working with young

children• Children's play & leisure activities in the community• Craft activities for young children

Progression/career opportunitiesStudents who successfully complete the course canprogress onto the level 2 course.


Level 3 National Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning & Development

Course code: NDCLDAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard entry requirements.All students are required to be CRB checked

AimThis qualification aims to prepare you for employmentin the appropriate vocational sector and it is suitable forthose who have decided that they wish to enter aparticular area of work. Progression from this coursecould be directly into related employment in the childcare sector. Alternatively you could continue to degreeor other higher education programmes in the same (orrelated) vocational sector.

ContentThe diploma consists of 16 units. There are 7 core unitsand 9 optional units. The mandatory units includesubjects such as:• Positive relationships for children's care, learning and

development • Positive environments for children's care, learning

and development • Promoting children's development • Reflecting on and developing practice for children

aged 0-8 years (You will complete 800 hours ofwork practice in a variety of settings in order tocomplete this unit)

• Safeguarding children • Promoting children's rights • Children's learning activities and play

Progression/career opportunities Successful students who gain the right grades maychoose to use their qualifications as a progressionroute to higher level courses in the early years field.Alternatively successful students may choose tobecome a supervisor in an early years setting oralternatively a primary school teacher.

Progression/career opportunities Successful students who gain the right gradesmay choose to use their qualifications as aprogression route to higher level courses in theearly years field. Alternatively those seekingemployment can find a wide range of supervisedcareers in early years settings.

Additional informationAll students will be required to successfullycomplete a CRB disclosure form in order to attendwork placements. The cost of which should bemet by the student and is currently £37.


Nurse, Social Worker, Paramedic,Occupational Therapist, Carer, EarlyYears Carer, Primary SchoolTeacher, Supervisor in an EarlyYears setting

What can I be?

Level 2 Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning& Development

Course code: DP2CCAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard entryrequirements (a foundation award in caringfor children, distinction grade, would beconsidered). All students are required to beCRB checked

Aim This course will enable you to gain a broadunderstanding of child care issues and helpyou develop skills that are highly valued byemployers.

ContentThe course is divided into 6 units of study, 5mandatory units and 1 optional. Students willalso undertake a minimum of 300 hoursassessed work experience in a variety ofearly years settings which will be arrangedthrough the college. The mandatory units ofstudy include:• Understanding children's development • Keeping children safe • Communication with children and adults • Preparing and maintaining environments for

child care • Professional development, roles and

responsibilities in child care

Plus one optional unit:• Supporting children's playing and learning

You will also undertake a qualification inPaediatric First Aid.



Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Course code: DP2HSAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard entryrequirements. All students are required to beCRB checked

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care

Course code: ED3HSAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard entryrequirements (5 GCSEs at C or above includingEnglish and Maths/Science). All students arerequired to be CRB checked

Aim This is a level 3 qualification designed to providehighly specialist work related qualifications in thehealth and social care sectors. They give studentsthe knowledge, understanding and skills that theyneed to prepare for employment. The qualificationalso provides a pathway to higher education,degree and professional developmentprogrammes.

Content This course has a total of 180 credits for thecompleted qualification. The diploma consists of 8mandatory units plus 10 optional units to completethe qualification. The mandatory units includesubjects such as:• Effective communication• Equality, diversity and rights• Anatomy and physiology• Lifespan development• Health, safety and security in health and social

care• Personal and professional development

Progression/career opportunities Successful students may choose to pursue acareer in nursing, social work, criminology,paramedics, social sciences, radiography,occupational therapy or an operating theatretechnician.

AimThis course will enable you to gain experience andinsight into the sector and therefore when youcomplete this qualification you will be able to progressto employment in the sector in a supervised role.

ContentThis course is a 60 credit qualification that consists offour mandatory and four optional units. The mandatoryunits of study are:• Communication in Health and Social Care• Individual rights in Health and Social Care• Individual needs in Health and Social Care• Ensuring safe environments in Health and Social Care

Progression/career opportunities Successful students who gain the right grades maychoose to use their qualifications as a progressionroute to higher level courses in the health and socialcare field. Alternatively those seeking employment canfind a wide range of supervised careers in health andsocial care settings.


Entry Level


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Skills for Work and Living

Course code: ELSWLAP

Entry requirements: Applicants must beworking at Entry 2. They will be invited forinterview with the Student Liaison Officer andthey will need to bring with them details of anyqualifications that are being studied or havepreviously been gained. To ensure that studentsare placed on the most appropriate coursetaster days will be offered and staff will visitstudents at their school.

AimStudents will develop skills which will lead themtowards independence.

Content The course content is as follows:• Literacy, Numeracy and Managing Money• Sport and Leisure• Cooking, Housework and Gardening• Community Participation• Art• Social Skills• Work Experience (internal and external)

Progression/career opportunitiesSome students complete this level in one year andthen move on to Entry 2, whilst other studentsmay need a further year at the same level toconsolidate skills.

Additional informationThis course is based in the College houses inRyhall Road. Students will have access to the maincollege and work experience will be in the EqualityShop in College, the College Postal Service, thehouse kitchens and gardens or an externalplacement such as Charity Shops, Nene ValleyRailway etc. Local visits and trips further afield willbe arranged throughout the year. On one day eachweek students will be able to choose from thefollowing vocational courses: art, cooking,gardening and sport.

Siana Long joined New College Stamford from amainstream school. On this course she hasblossomed into a confident, outgoing younglady. She has many friends and takes an activepart in all areas of College Life, recently helpingto organise activities for Red Nose Day. Siana isbased in the houses but accesses the mainCollege regularly often choosing to have lunchin the main Canteen. Siana is progressingthrough the courses and will soon be moving toour Entry 2 Group.

Entry LevelIf you are seeking to develop greater independence; if you have specificlearning disabilities; if you have not yet achieved formal qualifications –these entry level programmes will give you the chance to develop the lifeskills you need to participate fully as a member of the community and as a citizen within the wider community.



AimThis foundation learning course places emphasison practical skills to enhance development ofindependence.

Content The course content is as follows:• Independent Living Skills including Cooking and

Horticulture• Swimming• Communication• Internal work experience • Develop skills and understanding to help you to

stay safe and healthy.

Progression/career opportunitiesThis course will develop the skills students need tocope with supported living and access to thecommunity, it will enable them to move up thecontinuum at their own pace.

Additional informationStudents can gain work experience by working inthe Equality Shop in College, the College PostalService and the house kitchens and gardens. Localvisits and trips further afield will also be arrangedthroughout the year.

Ruth Maxfield has progressed from the Cedar tothe Elm Group. She has developed hercommunication skills and her ability toparticipate. She particularly enjoys her work inthe College Postal Service.

Award in Personal Progress(2 groups) – Cedar and Elm

Course code: E1CPPAP

Entry requirements: Students will be invited for interview with the Student Liaison Officer and theywill need to bring with them details of any qualifications that are being studied or have previouslybeen gained. To ensure that students are placed on the most appropriate course you will be offeredtaster days and staff will visit students at their current school.


AimThe aim of this course is to develop some of thepractical and theoretical skills required in the worldof office and administration work.

Content The course content is as follows:• Literacy, Numeracy and Managing Money• IT• Gym• Office Practice• Work Skills• Work Experience

Progression/career opportunitiesSome students use this course as a stepping stoneto Pathways and sometimes to continue on tomainstream courses whilst for others this is theirlast course before leaving College for employment.

Additional informationThis course is based in the College houses in RyhallRoad. Students will have access to the main college.This course includes more theory and written work.Work experience will be external or internal of anadministrative nature. Local visits and trips furtherafield will be arranged throughout the year. On oneday each week students will be able to choose fromthe following vocational courses: art, cooking,gardening and sport.

Cari-Ann Coltman has progressed from EntryBusiness to Pathways. Her aim is to attend amainstream IT course to equip her for futureemployment.

Entry Business

Course code: E2BUSAP

Entry requirements: Applicants must be working at Entry 2. They will be invited for interviewwith the Student Liaison Officer and they will need to bring with them details of any qualificationsthat are being studied or have previously been gained. To ensure that students are placed on themost appropriate course taster days will be offered and staff will visit students at their school.


Aim This course aims to engage and motivate studentsto identify their individual and personal strengthsfor further study or employment.

ContentThis is a theoretically based course and is made upof units such as:• Literacy, Numeracy, Budgeting and Managing

Money• IT• Health and Safety• Team Building• Employability• Diversity and Citizenship• Alcohol and Drug Awareness• Young People, Law and Order• Pathways morning in chosen vocational area• Work Experience on one day each week

Progression/career opportunitiesMost students progress from Pathways to amainstream course in their chosen vocational area.

Additional information Students are encouraged to find their own workplacement, however, prior to commencement theremust be a health and safety assessment of thesetting and this will determine whether theplacement is suitable. Work experience willcommence as soon as these checks are completedand continue until the end of May. If studentsstruggle to find a work placement our workplacement co-ordinator will help them.

Students can choose their Pathways from thefollowing vocational options:• Construction• Art• Animal Care• Health and Social Care• Hair and Beauty• Motor Vehicle• Sport• Public Services• Catering

Some vocational options will involve the purchaseof equipment and uniform. Students going to theHealth and Social Care route will require a newCRB check through the College and will not beallowed to go on work experience until this is inplace.

Conor Weeks joined Pathways from the EntryBusiness Course. He spends Wednesdaymorning in Sport and his work experience is atTallington Lakes. Conor recently arranged afund-raising football match with Sports Staffand students for Red Nose Day. He also tookpart in a web link discussion with students inGhana during Fairtrade week. Conor is applyingfor a mainstream sports course.

Pathways (2 groups)

Course code: E3DSUAPExam board: NOCN

Entry requirements: Applicants must be working at Entry 3 or above. All candidates will be invitedfor an interview with the Student Liaison Officer and they will need to bring with you details of anyqualifications that are being studied or have previously been gained. To ensure that students areplaced on the most appropriate course taster days will be offered.


AimThis course is aimed to help students develop thepractical skills they need to live and workindependently.

Content The course content is as follows:• Literacy, Numeracy and Managing Money• Gym• Cooking, Housework and Gardening• Community Participation• Social Skills• Work Experience (including lessons on Practical

Work Skills)

Progression/career opportunitiesSome students use this course as a steppingstone to Entry Business whilst for others this istheir last course before leaving College foremployment.

Additional informationThis course is based in the College houses in RyhallRoad. Students will have access to the maincollege. This course includes more theory andwritten work. Work experience will be external orinternal of an administrative nature. Local visitsand trips further afield will be arranged throughoutthe year. On one day each week students will beable to choose from the following vocationalcourses: art, cooking, gardening and sport.

Abbie Steele has successfully progressed to theEntry Practical Course, this course has greatlyenhanced her independence. She now travels toCollege on Public Transport. For her workexperience Abbie has been preparing lunchesfor staff and students in the houses, thisculminated in the preparation of a buffet lunchfor visiting dignitaries. Abbie is nowprogressing on to the Entry Business Courseand aiming towards Pathways.

Entry Practical

Course code: E2PRAAP

Entry requirements: Applicants must be working at Entry 2. They will be invited for interviewwith the Student Liaison Officer and they will need to bring with them details of any qualificationsthat are being studied or have previously been gained. To ensure that students are placed on themost appropriate course taster days will be offered and staff will visit students at their school.



Hair & Beauty

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Our Hair Design & Beauty Academies have an enviable reputation fortraining highly talented professionals. All of our salons and clinics are fullyequipped and operate as a commercial enterprise, taking appointmentsfrom members of the public throughout the week, giving students theopportunity to train in a wide variety of treatments and services in allaspects of the industry.

Hairdresser, Barber, BeautyTherapist, ComplementaryTherapist, Nail Technician, Theatrework, TV work, TechnicalRepresentative for a Fashion House,Specialist Artistic Direct, SalonTeacher.

What can I be?What qualifications do I have? What can I study? What can I do next?










*Please note that these arebroad indications of the level

of qualifications required toaccess courses at the college.

Each course has moreprecise details listed with the

course information.

Entry Level Certificatein the Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector

Course code: FLEHBAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: None

AimTo provide an introduction to the hair and beautysector.

ContentThis one year qualification is designed for anyone, atany age who may be contemplating a career ineither hairdressing or beauty therapy. It will helpstudents to gain a valuable insight into the industryand develop useful basic skills and relevantbackground knowledge.

Progression/career opportunities On successful completion of this course, studentswill be able to progress on to Level 1 courses.

Additional information Kit and uniform will be required for this course.

Mature student Sally Flatters has really enjoyedher first year at college. Sally says:

"This course has given me the confidence toreturn in September on a Level 2 hairdressingprogramme, the lecturers have been reallysupportive and I have learnt so much."



Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing

Course code: NV2HDAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Standard entry requirements plus 2days work experience in a hairdressers

AimTo provide the basic skills to enter the Hairdressing Industry.

ContentThis one year qualification is designed for newcomers to theHairdressing Industry. These qualifications are based onpractical hairdressing industry experience. Content includes:• Health and safety• Consultation • Shampooing and conditioning • Styling and dressing• Cutting techniques • Basic colouring techniques • Perming

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course, students will beable to progress to full time employment or an advancedapprenticeship in hairdressing. Alternatively you maychoose to stay in education and do an NVQ Level 3 inHairdressing or NVQ Level 2 Barbering.

Additional information Kit and uniform will be required for this course. You will berequired to provide some of your own clients.

Amy Just a Level 2 Hairdressing student is hoping toprogress on to a Level 3 programme. Amy said:

"I am really enjoying Hairdressing at New CollegeStamford. I have learnt new skills and have achieved 3rdplace in the AHT hairdressing competition and then wenton to compete nationally. I also hope to be a model in thehair and fashion show, there are lots of opportunitieshere and I am now looking forward to progressing on tothe level 3 hairdressing programme"

Level 3 Diploma in Barbering

Course code: NV3BAAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Standard entryrequirements plus 3 days work experience ina hairdressers

Aim To increase the level of practical and knowledgeskills achieved at Level 2 or to improve the skillsof those currently working in industry.

ContentThis one year qualification is designed forexperienced barbers wishing to develop generalskills in the specialist areas. Based on practicalexperience and content includes: • Advanced haircutting skills• Creative and fashion shaving• Face massage• Creating patterns in hair• Creative colouring• Colour correction• Financial management• Marketing and promotions• Safety control work operations

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course,students will be able to progress to full timeemployment. Career opportunities includeworking on a cruise liner, TV studio or fashionhouse, working abroad, becoming a specialistartistic director, working as a technicalrepresentative for a product manufacturer,teacher or progression onto the higher levels ofthis course.

Additional information Kit and uniform will be required for this course.You will be required to provide some of your ownclients.

Level 2 Diploma in Barbering

Course code: NV2BAAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Standard entry requirementsplus 2 days work experience in a hairdressers

AimTo provide the basic skills to enter the BarberingIndustry.

Content This one year qualification is designed fornewcomers to the Barbering Industry. Thesequalifications are based on practical barberingindustry experience. Content includes:• Consultation• Shampooing and conditioning• Basic styling• Drying and cutting using barbering techniques• Basic colouring• Perming• Cutting facial hair• Create patterns in hair

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course, students willbe able to progress to full time employment or anadvanced apprenticeship in barbering or alternativelystay in education and do an NVQ Level 2 inHairdressing or NVQ Level 3 Barbering.

Additional information Kit and uniform will be required for this course. Youwill be required to provide some of your own clients.

Martin Andrews is an adult student on the NVQ L2Diploma in Barbering who came to college lookingfor a new career. Martin said:

"Thanks to the Lecturers and New collegeStamford I feel confident and skilled enough toseek employment in Barbering".



Lizzie Spellar a Level 3 hairdressing studentat New College Stamford said:

"I have found the Level 3 course a reallyinspirational and confidence boostingprogramme gaining more skills andexploring all the other aspects ofhairdressing including the prospect a sessionstylist. This course truly prepares you foremployment and opens up moreopportunities, I was lucky to have theopportunity to go AHT regional Midlandcompetition where I was successful and thento compete at Nationals in Blackpool againstthe best in the country, due to the fantasticsupport and teaching I gained a 3rd place inthe Level 3 skills challenge at National level.This has opened up a world of opportunitywhich I could have only gained by doing Level3 Hair Design at New College Stamford"

Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing

Course code: NV3HDAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Standard entryrequirements plus 3 days work experience in ahairdressers

AimTo increase the level of practical and knowledgeskills achieved at Level 2 or to improve the skills ofthose currently working in industry.

ContentThis one year qualification is designed forexperienced hairdressers wishing to developgeneral skills in specialist areas. Based onpractical experience and content will include: • Advanced haircutting skills • Creative styling and dressing techniques • Creative colouring • Long hairdressing• Colour correction • Advanced perming • Hair extensions • Marketing and promotions • Safety control work operations • Showcase events

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course, studentswill be able to progress to full time employment.Career opportunities include working on a cruiseliner, TV studio or fashion house, working abroad,becoming a specialist artistic director, working asa technical representative for a productmanufacturer, teacher or progression onto thehigher levels of this course.


Content This qualification is based on practical hairdressingindustry experience, content includes:• Health and Safety• Consultation• Shampooing and Conditioning• Styling and Setting• Cutting Techniques• Basic Colouring• Perming

The full framework also consists of• Key skills/functional skills• Employment Rights and Responsibilities

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful completion of this Apprenticeshipstudents would be able to progress to full-timeemployment as a junior stylist in a salon, oralternatively on a NVQ Level 2 BarberingApprenticeship or an Advanced HairdressingApprenticeship.


Vicky Dickman has completed her HairdressingApprenticeship and has gained a stylistsposition at a prestigious salon in Oakham, sheis hoping to progress onto an AdvancedHairdressing Apprenticeship next year. Vickysaid:

"Completing my Apprenticeship has allowed meto gain permanent employment, I have workexperience arranged at Charles Worthington inLondon, then I intend to return to NCS to carryout my advanced qualification. My lecturerenabled me to work at my own pace whichmade my Apprenticeship tailor made to me,which was great."

Intermediate HairdressingApprenticeship

Exam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Salon Placement

AimTo provide a nationally agreed Apprenticeshipframework for a work based learning route intoemployment in the industry, using qualificationsthat combine both skills and knowledge.



NVQ Level 3 Diplomain Beauty Therapy

Course code: NV3BYAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: This course is aprogression from Level 2 Beauty Therapy. Allcandidates must hold a beauty therapyqualification at Level 2

AimFrom the starting point of level 2, this course isdesigned to add to your skills and therapeuticknowledge bringing you to industry standard andopening a personal and financial world ofopportunities for you.

ContentThis programme is made up from the following units:• Safely control work operations• Planning a promotional event• Body electrical treatments• Facial electrical treatments• Body massage• Electrical epilation• Indian head massage• Self tanning services

Progression/career opportunitiesYou can progress onto a foundation degree orHND in beauty therapy or specialise in spatherapies or complementary therapies at level 3.Career opportunities include salon work andmanagement, cruise ships, health or spa hydros,retailing for specialist skin care manufacturersand mobile therapists.

Additional information You are required to purchase the kit and uniformfor this course, details are available through thecollege beauty department.

NVQ Level 2 Diplomain Beauty Therapy

Course code: NV2BYAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Standard entryrequirements plus minimum grade D in GCSEScience. Students must be highly motivated,have a high standard of personal hygiene anddemonstrate a mature attitude

AimTo provide basic underpinning knowledge andlearn practical skills which are required fornewcomers who are wishing to develop acareer in Beauty Therapy.

ContentThis one year qualification is designed foranyone wanting to work in the Beauty Therapyindustry and consists of:• Client consultation• Anatomy and Physiology• Facial• Manicure• Pedicure• Waxing• Eye Treatments• Providing make-up treatments

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course,students may be able to progress on to the NVQLevel 3 Beauty Therapy, an apprenticeship oradvanced apprenticeship or proceed to full timeemployment within the Beauty industry.

Level 2 Beauty student Beckie Smillie said:

"My time at New College Stamford has beenmost enjoyable learning new skills andstudying a course that is preparing me for thecareer that I have always dreamt of, can't waitto start Level 3!"

Barbering Apprenticeship

Exam board: City & GuildsEntry requirements: Salon Placement

AimTo provide a nationally agreed Apprenticeshipframework for a work based learning route intoemployment in the industry, using qualificationsthat combine both skills and knowledge.

Content This qualification is based on practical hairdressingindustry experience, content includes:• Health and Safety• Consultation• Shampooing and Conditioning• Styling • Cutting hair and cutting facial hair techniques• Basic Colouring

The full framework also consists of• Key skills/functional skills• Employment Rights and Responsibilities

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful completion of this Apprenticeshipstudents would be able to progress to full-timeemployment as a junior stylist in a salon, oralternatively on to an Intermediate or AdvancedHairdressing Apprenticeship.


Rebecca Howatt is completing her BarberingApprenticeship and currently works at aBarbers where she is assessed by her workbased assessor who is also her employer .Rebecca said:

"I have learnt a lot at College and like the factthat I can put that into practice at work"



Level 2 Diploma in Hair & Media Make-up

Course code: DP2MMAP Exam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grade D orabove including English & Science

AimThis is a one year level 2 programme for MediaMake-up. It would be suitable for anyonelooking for a first qualification towards a careerin the Media Make-up industry.

Level 3 Subsidiary Diplomain Production Arts (Media Make-Up)

Course code: SD3PAAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Level 2 qualification in MediaMake-up, Hairdressing, Production Arts or a Level 2qualification in Beauty Therapy

AimThis course is designed for those who have an interestin a career in TV, film, theatre and special effects make-up. It would be suitable for anyone who is looking for acareer in these areas of the media make-up industry.This is a progression route for anyone who has a level2 media make-up or beauty qualification.

ContentThis is a full time one year programme that consists ofsix units which will be achieved through a structuredprogramme of both practical and theoretical elements.These relate to industry requirements including:• Production Arts Workshop• Make-up for Performers• Basic Make-up Design and Application • Special Effects Make-up• Period Make-up for the Stage• Hair Styling and Dressing for Performers

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of the programme learnerswill be able to progress to employment in differentareas of the make-up industry, including theatres, onlocation or set assisting highly experienced make-upartists, TV studio, wig making, comestic counter.Successful students would also be able to progress onto higher level programmes at make-up academiesacross the country.

Additional informationThe purchase of a kit and uniform is compulsory forthis programme.

Level 3 Beauty Student, Jade Morgan, hasgained a work placement through the college atRagdale Hall Health Hydro. She said:

"It's a great opportunity that I really hope willlead to full time employment when I finish mycourse. I am really enjoying the challenges andexperiences that New College Stamford aregiving to me studying at Level 3"

ContentThis course is based on a programme of 11 unitswhich will be achieved through a programme ofpractical and theoretical elements. These relate toindustry requirements and include:• Manual and spray tanning cosmetic make up• Photographic make up• Body art design• Eye treatments• Art of colouring hair• Art of dressing hair• Making and styling a hair addition• Creating an image based on a theme• Client care and communication• Following health and safety guidelines• Working in beauty related industries

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course studentswill be able to progress on to limited employmentin the Make-up Industry. Alternatively progressiononto BTEC Level 3 Production Arts (make up)Qualification or further education in beautytherapy or hairdressing which could lead to fulltime employment in the following areas:• Cosmetic Counter• Cruise Ships• Self Employed Cosmetic Selling• Hairdressing• Beauty Therapy

Additional information Students will study transferable skills bothemployment based and personal developmentalskills. The purchase of a kit and uniform iscompulsory for this course.



Hospitality &Catering

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Our exceptional Hospitality & Catering Academy allows students to gain theskills, experience and confidence to progress into the industry with thebacking of industry experienced lecturers and excellent work experience.Our students undertake work placements at prestigious venues such asBuckingham Palace, Claridge’s, Turnberry Resort and Assiette Stamford.

Additional informationUniforms for the kitchen and the restaurant will berequired to meet health, safety and hygienestandards (information provided at the interview).You will also have the opportunity to work in theGallery Restaurant which is open to the generalpublic

Laura Harpham is a Level 1 Introduction intoProfessional Cookery student and she is hopingto progress to Level 2 Diploma into ProfessionalCookery. She said:

"I believe that the VRQ level 1 of the cateringdiploma course is an excellent introduction to thecatering and hospitality industry, and provides adetailed understanding of what you willencounter if you choose to enter the industry fora career choice. The course goes into the theoryelement which is the science behind the practical,hands-on element. You learn the 3 maincomponents to catering and hospitality in detail;front of house (restaurant), pastry production,and main kitchen production. I feel I have gainedso much knowledge, purely from my first year!"

AimThis is a one year entry level programme toProfessional Cookery and Food Service. It wouldbe suitable for anyone looking for a firstqualification towards a career in the Hospitalityand Catering industry.

Content This is a full time 1 year practical basedprogramme of 12 units which will be achievedthrough a structured programme of practicaland theoretical elements. These relate toindustry requirements including food safety,healthy eating and an introduction to all thecookery techniques including boiling, poaching,stewing, roasting, grilling and frying. Thisqualification encourages individual candidates todevelop a range of personal skills essential forthose seeking a career in Hospitality andCatering including:• Teamwork • Self organisation • Meeting deadlines • Taking responsibility • Using one's initiative

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course studentswill be able to progress on to full timeemployment in the industry or an apprenticeshipin Professional Cookery. Alternatively studentscan progress onto VRQ2 Diploma in ProfessionalCookery and Level 2 Diploma in ProfessionalFood and Beverage Service.

Chef, Pastry Chef, Front of House

What can I be?







Level 1 qualification and/or 4 GCSEs grade D or above including Maths and English OR Level 1 Vocational Qualification and at least Level 1 in literacy and/or numeracy Level 2 Course Employment Further





required to access courses at the college.Each course has more precise details

listed with the course information.

Level 1 Diploma in Introduction toProfessional Cookery (VRQ)

Course code: FLDPCAP Exam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs at Grade D or above


Level 3 Diploma in Advanced ProfessionalCookery (VRQ)

Course code: V3FPRAPExam board: City & Guilds

Entry requirements: Level 2 qualification inProfessional Cookery or practical industrialexperience.

AimThis is a one year programme designed to providecandidates with an advanced level of skills andtechniques in food preparation, cooking andsupervision. Candidates will also have theopportunity to explore current trends in food andeating out as part of the study of gastronomy.

Additional informationUniforms for kitchen and restaurant work will berequired to meet health, safety and hygienestandards (information provided at interview). Youwill also have the opportunity to work in the GalleryRestaurant which is open to the general public.

Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery studentShannon Johnson said:

"VRQ 2 has been a positive experience. I haveenjoyed advancing my skills from the level 1basics to learning classical dishes and expandingmy knowledge as a chef. The variety ofresources and food knowledge I have learnedand been tested on have been a challenge thathas brought the best of my ability out."

Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery (VRQ)

Course code: V2FPRAPExam board: City & Guilds


AimThis is a one year level 2 programme toProfessional Cookery and Food Service. It wouldbe suitable for anyone looking for a qualificationtowards a career in the Hospitality and Cateringindustry who has achieved the level 1 or 4 GCSEsat Grade D or above.

Content This is a full time 1 year practical basedprogramme of 14 units which will be achievedthrough a structured programme of activitiescarried out in our well resourced training kitchensand restaurant.

This qualification encourages individual candidatesto develop a range of skills and knowledgeessential for those seeking a careers in Hospitalityand Catering including working in teams, costingin catering operations, menu planning, healthyeating, food hygiene and health and safety.

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course studentswill be able to progress into full time employmentin industry or onto a Level 3 Professional Cookeryqualification.


Content This is a full time 1 year practical basedprogramme of 9 units which will be achievedthrough a structured programme of activitiescarried out in our well resourced training kitchensand restaurant. Candidates will have theopportunity to learn, develop and practiceadvanced techniques in a range of kitchen andpastry skills. Candidates will also be able to developskills in supervising a team in a professionalkitchen, developing and monitoring food safetymanagement systems based on HACCP principlesand in gastronomy with the emphasis on theprinciples of the dining experience.

Progression/career opportunities On successful completion of this course studentswill be able to progress into full time employmentin industry.

Additional informationUniforms for kitchen work will be required tomeet health, safety and hygiene standards(information provided at interview).

Gallery Restaurant open for fine diningthroughout the year. Pleasecontact the Collegefor more details


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Motor Vehicle

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Our purpose built motor vehicle and motorcycle garages will give you realhands on experience in a workshop environment preparing you foremployment in the motor vehicle or motorcycle industry. We have a widerange of courses which are certified by the Institute of Motor Industry(IMI) and our industry experienced lecturers will guide you through yourtime at New College Stamford in preparation for the world of work.



course has more precise detailslisted with the course

information.











What can I be?Our purpose built motor vehicleand motorcycle garages will giveyou real hands on experience in aworkshop environment preparingyou for employment in the motorvehicle or motorcycle industry.We have a wide range of courseswhich are certified by the Instituteof Motor Industry (IMI) and ourindustry experienced lecturerswill guide you through your timeat New College Stamford inpreparation for the world of work.

Is Motor Vehicle for me?Employers in the motor vehicletrade look for people with thefollowing qualities:• Be able to work out and fix

problems that you might nothave seen before

• Have an enquiring mind• Able to deal with customers in a

professional manner• Must be punctual, reliable and

honest• Be prepared to work hard• Be able to keep up to date in an

area that changes rapidly

How many of these qualities do you think you have?

Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance (Motorcycle)

Course code: FLDMOAPExam board: IMI Awards


Aim This qualification is suitable for students of all ages who wishto take a full time course to gain qualifications relevant to themotor vehicle industry. Previous academic or practicalexperience is not necessary, although some knowledge of themotor vehicle industry would be an advantage. More importantis a firm commitment to a career within the motor industryand a strong motivation to acquire a whole range of new skills.

Content This course provides an introduction to motorcycle studiescovering all aspects of the motorcycle industry and repairroute including:• Operating principles of tyres, brakes, steering and

suspension• Operating principles of motorcycle engines• Operating principles of tranmission systems• Operating principles of electrics and electronic systems• Chassis systems

Progression/career opportunities After successfully completing this course, students maywish to go on to further study on Level 2 VehicleMaintenance and Repair (Motorcycle).

Additional informationMature students (19+) may not need to show evidence offormal educational qualifications but must be able todemonstrate experience of commitment to motor vehicleor a related trade area. References may be taken up and aselection criteria will be applied including the use ofaptitude tests to determine your suitability for the course.There is a £40.00 fee on all Motor Vehicle courses to coverthe cost of some basic equipment to including text books,files, pens, pencils, scale rulers. Additionally you will needto also purchase the uniform for the course, steel toecapped boots and overalls – these can be purchaseddirectly from our website.



Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (Motorcycle)

Course code: DP3MOAPExam board: IMI Awards

Entry requirements: Level 2 in Motorcycle Maintenance orequivalent

Aim This course is designed to provide you with both the theoreticaland practical experience required to progress towardsemployment within the motorcycle industry. During this courseyou will build a portfolio of practical and theory tasks. You willpractice and then be assessed on your practical ability. There isalso an external examination to assess your knowledge. Nowork placement is necessary as all the practical tasks can becarried out in the College's Motorcycle workshops. The coursecovers all the main areas of the Motorcycle.

ContentThis course covers all aspects of the motorcycle industry andrepair route including:• Operating principles of tyres, brakes, steering and suspension• Operating principles of motorcycle engines• Operating principles of transmission systems• Operating principles of electrics and electronic systems and

Chassis systems

Progression/career opportunities Successful completion of these qualifications opens up someexciting opportunities for employment with one of the manylocal motorcycle employers. The local area has a large numberof prestigious franchises such as Ducati, Yamaha, Honda,Suzuki and Triumph along with a large number of ‘specialists'and many smaller independent workshops.

Additional informationThere is a £40.00 fee on all Motor Vehicle courses to cover thecost of some basic equipment to including text books, files,pens, pencils, scale rulers. Additionally you will need to alsopurchase the uniform for the course, steel toe capped bootsand overalls- these can be purchased directly from our website.

Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (Motorcycle)

Course code: DP2MOAPExam board: IMI Awards

Entry requirements: GCSE English and Maths at grade D or aboveand Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Motorcycle)

Aim This course is designed to provide you with both the theoretical andpractical experience required to progress towards employment withinthe motor vehicle industry. This also provides the technical certificaterequired by apprentices who are already employed within the trade.During this course you will build a portfolio of practical and theorytasks. You will practice and then be assessed on your practical ability.There is also an external examination to assess your knowledge. Thecourse covers all the main areas of the motorcycle.

ContentThis course provides an introduction to motorcycle studies covering allaspects of the motorcycle industry and repair route including:• Operating principles of tyres, brakes, steering and suspension• Operating principles of motorcycle engines• Operating principles of transmission systems• Operating principles of electrics and electronic systems and

chassis systemsStudents will also receive a technical certificate.

Progression/career opportunities Successful completion of these qualifications opens up some excitingopportunities for employment with one of the many local motorcycleemployers. The local area has a large number of prestigious franchisessuch as Ducati, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki and Triumph along with a largenumber of ‘specialists' and many smaller independent workshops.

Additional informationThere is a £40.00 fee on all Motor Vehicle courses to cover the cost ofsome basic equipment to including text books, files, pens, pencils, scalerulers. Additionally you will need to also purchase the uniform for thecourse, steel toe capped boots and overalls- these can be purchaseddirectly from our website.

Certificate - Introduction to Vehicle Technology (Entry Level 3 Foundation Learning)

Course code: FLEMVAPExam board: IMI Awards


Aim This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and experienceto enter the motor trade. You will study motor vehicle mechanical andelectronic systems. Whilst on the course you will be working on differentcars in the workshop.

ContentOn this course you will study:• Identification of Engine and chassis components • Chassis system faults• Auxiliary equipment electrical faults

Progression/career opportunities After successfully completing this course you will be ready to apply for level1 courses.

Additional informationMature students (19+) may not need to show evidence of formal educationalqualifications but must be able to demonstrate experience of commitment toMotor Vehicle or a related trade area. References may be taken up and aselection criteria will be applied including the use of aptitude tests todetermine your suitability for the course.

There is a £40.00 fee on all Motor Vehicle courses to cover the cost of somebasic equipment to including text books, files, pens, pencils, scale rulers.Additionally you will need to also purchase the uniform for the course, steeltoe capped boots and overalls- these can be purchased directly from ourwebsite.



Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance(Foundation Learning)

Course code: FLDLVAExam board: IMI Awards


Aim This qualification is ideal for anyone who wishesto pursue a career as a service technician andanyone keen to develop knowledge of the motorindustry from a repair and refit perspective. Level1 is the first step on the progression route fromnovice to qualified mechanic, a journey which willpresent a host of employment opportunities fromfast fit to Formula One.

ContentOn this course you will study the following:• Light vehicle construction and routine

maintenance• Operating principles of light vehicle engines• Tyres, brakes, steering and suspension systems• Operating principles and maintenance of light

vehicle transmission systems• Electrical and electronic systems• Understanding of health and safety in the

workplace• Other skills associated with working in a garage

Level 2 Diploma in Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle)

Course code: DP2LVAPExam board: IMI Awards

Entry requirements: GCSE English and Maths atgrade D or above and Level 1 Diploma in VehicleMaintenance and Repair

Aim This qualification is ideal for service techniciansand anyone keen to deepen their knowledge of theMotor Industry from a repair and refit perspective.Level 2 is the mid point to becoming a qualifiedmechanic - a journey which will present a host ofemployment opportunities from fast fit toFormula One.

Progression/career opportunities After successfully completing this course you maywish to progress onto the VRQ Award in LightVehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 2.

Additional informationMature students (19+) may not need to showevidence of formal educational qualifications butmust be able to demonstrate experience ofcommitment to motor vehicle or a related tradearea. References may be taken up and a selectioncriteria will be applied including the use of aptitudetests to determine your suitability for the course.There is a £40.00 fee on all Motor Vehicle coursesto cover the cost of some basic equipment toincluding text books, files, pens, pencils, scalerulers. Additionally you will need to also purchasethe uniform for the course, steel toe capped bootsand overalls- these can be purchased directlyfrom our website.

Content On this course you will study:• Carrying out routine vehicle maintenance• Removing and replacing engine units and

components• Electrical auxiliary units and components• Chassis units and components

Progression/career opportunities After successfully completing this course,students may wish to develop their knowledgeand skills to an advance level or prepare for asupervisory role by studying the Level 3 LightVehicle qualification. Alternatively students maywish to seek employment within the motorindustry.

Additional informationMature students (19+) may not need to showevidence of formal educational qualifications butmust be able to demonstrate experience ofcommitment to motor vehicle or a related tradearea. References may be taken up and a selectioncriteria will be applied including the use of aptitudetests to determine your suitability for the course.There is a £40.00 fee on all Motor Vehicle coursesto cover the cost of some basic equipment toincluding text books, files, pens, pencils, scalerulers. Additionally you will need to also purchasethe uniform for the course, steel toe capped bootsand overalls- these can be purchased directlyfrom our website.



Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance andRepair (Light Vehicle) VRQ

Course code: DP3LVAPExam board: IMI Awards

Entry requirements: Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenanceand Repair

Aim This qualification is ideal for service technicians and isconsidered the final step towards becoming a qualifiedmechanic at a basic level. This is the final point on theprogression route from novice to qualified mechanic, ajourney which will present a host of employmentopportunities from fast fit to Formula One.

ContentOn this course you will study:• Carrying Out Routine Vehicle Maintenance• Removing and Replacing: Engine units and


Progression/career opportunitiesAfter successfully completing this course, students willhave the skills and confidence to apply for one of thewide range of vehicle repair jobs in all types of garages,dealerships and maintenance depots.

Additional informationMature students (19+) may not need to show evidenceof formal educational qualifications but must be able todemonstrate experience of commitment to motorvehicle or a related trade area. References may betaken up and a selection criteria will be applied includingthe use of aptitude tests to determine your suitability forthe course. There is a £40.00 fee on all Motor Vehiclecourses to cover the cost of some basic equipment toincluding text books, files, pens, pencils, scale rulers.Additionally you will need to also purchase the uniformfor the course, steel toe capped boots and overalls-these can be purchased directly from our website.

ContentOn this course you will study:• Carrying out routine vehicle maintenance• Removing and replacing engine units and


And offers opportunities for candidates to also demonstrate:• Conducting pre and post work vehicle

inspections• Valeting Vehicles• Removing and replacing vehicle

transmissions and driveline units and components

Progression/career opportunitiesAfter successfully completing this course, youmay wish to develop your knowledge and skillsto an advanced level, or prepare for asupervisory role by studying the Level 3 LightVehicle qualification. Alternatively, you maywish to seek employment within the motorindustry in one of a variety of jobs including,Customer Service, Apprenticeship - LightVehicle and Fast Fit.

Additional informationMature students (19+) may not need to showevidence of formal educational qualifications butmust be able to demonstrate experience ofcommitment to motor vehicle or a related tradearea. References may be taken up and aselection criteria will be applied including theuse of aptitude tests to determine yoursuitability for the course. There is a £40.00 feeon all Motor Vehicle courses to cover the cost ofsome basic equipment to including text books,files, pens, pencils, scale rulers. Additionally youwill need to also purchase the uniform for thecourse, steel toe capped boots and overalls-these can be purchased directly from ourwebsite.

Level 2 N.V.Q.Vehicle Maintenance & Repair(Light Vehicle)

NCS course code: NV2LVAP Exam board: IMI Awards

Entry requirements: Four GCSEs at grade Dor above and Level 1 Award in VehicleMaintenance and Repair. Students need to beemployed in the motor vehicle industry

Aim This qualification is ideal for service techniciansand anyone keen to deepen their knowledge ofthe Motor Industry from a repair and refitperspective. Level 2 is the mid point tobecoming a qualified mechanic - a journeywhich will present a host of employmentopportunities from fast fit to Formula One.



Performing Arts & Music

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Performing Arts & MusicHave you got a passion for performing arts andmusic? We are able to offer students a wide rangeof courses to suit your creative needs, be it musicperformance, music technology, performance ordance. Our students have the freedom to work inthe rehearsal rooms, dance studio and newlyrefurbished theatre space, recording studios andcomputer suites. We are also introducing the NewCollege Stamford radio station and record label toenhance the experience for our students. Studentsget to perform at a range of theatrical and musicvenues and there is a comprehensive programmeof trips visits and guest speakers.


Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts

Course code: DP2PEAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard PerformingArts entry requirements plus an audition

AimThis one year course will appeal to thosepreparing for a career in the performing artsindustry.

ContentThe qualification is made up of 7 units, 3 coreunits and 4 specialist units of your ownchoice.

Core units:• Working in the Performing Arts Industry• Professional Development in the Performing

Arts Industry• Performing Arts Production Process• The Development of Drama

Specialist units may include:• Acting Skills and Techniques• Musical Theatre Performance• Developing Physical Theatre Performance

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful completion of this courseprepares you for employment within theindustry or if you wish to continue on withyour studies you can progress on to the Level3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts atNew College Stamford.











*Please note that these are broad indications of the level of qualificationsrequired to access courses at the college. Each course has more precisedetails listed with the course information.


Actor, Singer, Musician, Performer,Performance Designer, EventsManager, Music Technician.

What can I be?


Level 3 Extended Diplomain Performing Arts

Course code: ED3PEAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Performing Artsentry requirements including a B inEnglish/Drama plus an audition workshop or amerit grade in Level 2 Performing Arts

AimWe aim to broaden knowledge and skills in a rangeof different performance contexts in a professionaland disciplined environment.

ContentThe two-year course is made up of 18 unitsincluding 5 core units.

Core units:• Performance Workshop• Performing Arts Business• The Historical Context of Performance• Rehearsing for Performance• Performing to an Audience

Specialist units may include:• Principles of Acting• Performing with Masks• Developing Physical Theatre• Musical Theatre Performance• Theatre in Education

Progression/career opportunitiesSuccessful completion of this course prepares youfor employment within the industry or if you wish tocontinue your studies you can progress on todegree subjects such as Performing Arts,Performance Design or Events Management.

Additional informationWe require a £50 cheque at the start of each yearto cover the cost of trips and professionalworkshops. You will be required to wear practicalplain black clothing in practical lessons and blackplimsolls, jazz shoes or bare feet.

Tanya Perry, a Level 3 Diploma in PerformingArts student completed her course with DDDin 2011 and has gone on to study WorldPerformance at East 15. She said:

"The moment you walk through the doorsyou feel welcome and are treated like an equalby all staff. I have always felt we are treatedand looked at as though we are developingactors, this I know has played a big part inhelping me become more professional in mylife. I will never forget New College Stamford ithas played a big part in my life."


Level 2 Diploma in Music

Course code: DP2MUAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Performing Artsentry requirements

AimThis one year course introduces you to the skillsrequired for a career in the music industry. At theend of this course you will become a moreconfident and experienced performer in both soloand ensemble work.

ContentYou will study the following units:• Planning and creating a music product • Producing a musical recording • Exploring the music profession • Exploring an area of music You will develop the ability to rehearse and developmaterial as well as sequencing and recordingskills.

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of this course you canprogress onto the Extended Diploma in MusicTechnology. Alternatively students may enteremployment.


Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance

Course code: ED3MP1FExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Performing Artsentry requirements or Level 2 Diploma with amerit grade in a suitable subject.

AimThis 2 year course is designed for people who areeither working in or looking to work in the musicindustry, specialising in music performance,music business and also includes elements ofmusic technology.

ContentIn the first year you will learn the basis of:• Performing as a solo musician• Working and developing as a musical ensemble• Marketing and promotion in the music industry• Music performance techniques

During the second year of the course you willbuild on and extend those skills to include:• Pop music in practice• Concert production and staging• Composing music • Music events management

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology

Course code: ED3MUAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Standard Performing Artsentry requirements or Level 2 Diploma with amerit grade in a suitable subject

AimThis 2 year course is designed for people who are either working in or looking to work inthe music industry, specialising in musicproduction, sound recording and music business.

ContentIn the first year you will learn the basis of:• How to plan, record and mix multi-track

sessions • Mixing and editing sound in a software

environment • How the freelance music industry works • Music technology in performance

During the second year of the course you willbuild on and extend those skills to include:• The sound and music industry • Sequencing systems and techniques • Composing music • Live sound techniques

You will also have the opportunity to study a set ofbroad based media units that allow you to exploreother aspects of the media industry such assound engineering, record production andmultimedia sound as well as participate in runningthe college radio station and record label whereyou can release your own music through majoronline retailers such as iTunes.

Progression/career opportunitiesStudents may progress to Higher Educationcourses or find employment in a wide range ofmedia and music organisations.

You will also have the opportunity to study a set ofbroad based media units that allow you to exploreother aspects of the media industry such assound engineering, record production andmultimedia sound as well as participate in runningthe college radio station and record label whereyou can release your own music through majoronline retailers such as iTunes.

Progression/career opportunitiesStudents may progress to Higher Educationcourses or find employment in a wide range ofmedia and music organisations.


Public Services


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Public ServicesIf you have an interest in a career in the Army, Navy, Air Force, RoyalMarines, Police, Fire Brigade, Prison Service, Security Industry orAmbulance Service, then a Public Services course could be for you.Students will be taught by staff who have recent military and/oremergency services training and there will be plenty of opportunities toattend weekend camps, day trips and outdoor pursuits.


Level 1 Diploma in Public Services

Course code: FLDPSAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Foundation BTEC in PublicServices at merit level or above or a successfulinterview

AimThis course is designed to equip students with theknowledge, understanding and skills required forsuccess when moving towards a career in theuniformed services. It will give students theopportunity to develop a range of skills andtechniques, personal skills and attributes essentialfor successful performance in working life.












required to access courses at the college.Each course has more precise details

listed with the course information.

ContentThe course is made up of the following units:• Introduction to Expedition Skills • Introduction to Security• Public Service Incidents • Improve Health Fitness • Planning and Participating • Personal leadership Skills • Practical Team Work • Public Service Skills• Assisting the Public• Public service Careers

Progression/career opportunities On successful completion students can progressin the following areas:• Into employment - remember this course only

prepares for entry into services, soapplications to services etc should beindependently completed and followed if this istheir choice.

• Continue their study in the same or relatedvocational area, which includes the BTEC Level2 or Extended Diploma


Kimberly Pulley, a Level 2 Public Servicesstudent said:

"I am hoping to progress to the level 3 coursenext year. This course has helped me a lotwith my confidence. I have learnt what I needto do to join my service along with the fitnesslevels I need to achieve. My favourite subject issecurity procedures as we learn self defenceand different security measures which Ienjoy. I am hoping to join the Army and go intothe Military Police".

AimThis course is designed to equip students with theknowledge, understanding and skills required forsuccess when moving towards a career in theuniformed services. It will give students theopportunity to develop a range of skills andtechniques, personal skills and attributes essential forsuccessful performance in working life.

AimThe course is made up of the following units:• Public service skills• Career planning for the public services• Improving health and fitness for entry into the

uniformed services• Employment in the uniformed public services• Sport and recreation in the public services• Health and safety in the public service workplace• Land navigation by map and compass

Progression/career opportunitiesOn successful completion of the Level 1 qualification,students can progress to employment and/or continuetheir study in the same or related vocational area,which include the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma.Students must also gain a GCSE in English A-C toprogress to the level 3 course.

Policeman, Navy, Army, RAF,Royal Marines, AmbulanceService, Fire and RescueServices, Prison Officer, LocalGovernment, Council work ora supporting role in any of theuniformed public services.

What can I be?

Level 2 Diploma in Public Services

Course code: DP2PSAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: 5 GCSEs grade D including Maths and English, NCFELevel 1 in Public Services or Level 1 BTEC certificate/award in Public Services




Year 2• Understanding Discipline in the Uniformed Public

Services • Fitness Testing and Training for the Uniformed

Public Services • Custodial Care Services• Crime and its Effects on Society• Skills for Water-based Outdoor and Adventurous

Activities• Career Planning for the Public Services• Communication and Technology in the

Uniformed Public Services• Extended Research in Public Services• Planning and Management of Major Incidents

Progression/career opportunitiesThis course prepares students for potentialcareers within the public services such as; theArmy, Royal Navy, RAF, Police, Prison service, Fire& Rescue & many others. Students will also finishthe course with the equivalent of 3 A - levels thatwill provide them with up to 420 UCAS points, thusproviding the opportunity to progress to universityto study a variety of honours degrees such asCriminology, Human Resources, Leadership &Management, Police Studies, Armed ForcesStudies, Fire Studies.

Kerri Garner is in her second year of the Level 3Diploma in Public Services & is on track toachieving a triple distinction grade. Kerri hasrecently secured a place on the Police Studiescourse at Northampton University startingSeptember 2011. She said:

"My time at New College Stamford has beenfantastic, the lecturers are really supportiveand understanding. This course has definitelyhelped me to achieve my goals & I wouldrecommend it to any student considering acareer within the public services".

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services

Course code: ED3PSAPExam board: EDEXCEL


AimThis course is designed for those wishing toprogress to university or pursue a career withinthe public services. It has been structured todevelop students both academically & vocationally,with a strong emphasis on leadership,communication skills, self-discipline &organisational ability.

Content Year 1• Government, Policies and the Public Services• Leadership and Teamwork in the Public Services• Citizenship, Diversity and the Public Services • Physical Preparation, Health and Lifestyle for the

Public Services• Employment in the Uniformed Public Services• Skills for Land-based Outdoor and Adventurous

Activities• Responding to Emergency Service Incidents• Land Navigation by Map and Compass• International Institutions and Human Rights• Police Powers

Progression/career opportunitiesThis course prepares students for potentialcareers within the public services such as; theArmy, Royal Navy, RAF, Police, Prison service, Fire& Rescue & many others. Students may wish toextend their programme through the study of ageneral qualifications such as GCE AS Levels,additional specialist learning (eg through anotherBTEC qualification) or a complementary NVQ.Students will also finish the course with theequivalent of one GCE A level.

Additional informationThere will be opportunities for students to attendresidential visits with the military & there are anumber of day visits during the course to placessuch as; Tallington Lakes, Rutland Water & a localprison. There will also be a number of guestvisitors from various services. This is a UniformedService course which is aimed to prepare forentry into the Public Services. It will not guaranteeyou a job at the end of the course. It consists ofboth practical and theory lessons and is highlydisciplined to implement how the services will beupon entry.

Level 3 Subsidiary Diplomain Public Services

Course code: SD3PSAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: Four GCSEs grade A-Cincluding English or a vocational equivalent suchas a vocational BTEC programme

AimThis course is designed for those wishing to progress to university or pursue a career withinthe public services. It has been structured todevelop students both academically & vocationally,with a strong emphasis on leadership,communication skills, self-discipline &organisational ability.

Content The course runs over one year & students will cover a vast array of topics such as:Mandatory units:• Government, Policies and the Public Services • Leadership and Teamwork in the Public Services • Citizenship, Diversity and the Public Services

Selection of 3 optional units:• Physical Preparation, Health and Lifestyle for the

Public Services • Employment in the Uniformed Public Services • Skills for Land-based Outdoor and Adventurous

Activities • Responding to Emergency Service Incidents • Land Navigation by Map and Compass • International Institutions and Human Rights• Police Powers


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Sport & Fitness

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Sport Coach, Lifeguard, LeisureCentre Worker, Leisure CentreManager, Sports DevelopmentOfficer and Events Organiser.

What can I be?


*Please note that these arebroad indications of the level

of qualifications required toaccess courses at the college.

Each course has moreprecise details listed with the

course information.

We want our students to be the sports performers, planners, leadersand instructors of the future. We have excellent facilities including an allweather pitch, fitness suite, sports hall and sports field. There is a rangeof courses for those wishing to enter into the sports industry, includinghigher education foundation degree programmes.











must achieve at least a Distinction grade on theLevel 2 Diploma in Sport. Following on from theLevel 3 Diploma (equivalent to 3 A Levels), studentswill have the option of moving onto University toachieve a Degree in a sports related field.

Additional informationAll students need to be prepared to undertakevigorous fitness tests within certain units. Allstudents need to be aware that the Level 2 Diplomais 30% practicality assessed and 70% theoryassessed.

Harsh Joshi is a sports student at New CollegeStamford. He said:

"After completing the Level 2 Diploma in Sport itbuilt a foundation for me to continue my studiesonto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport.Which now leaves me in good shape forUniversity to study Sports, Leisure and Educationwhich will enable me to achieve my goal which isto become a PE Teacher."

Level 2 Diploma in Sport

Course code: DP2SPAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs grade D(preferably studied GCSE PE)

AimThis course is designed to introduce the students toworking in the Sports Sector or prepare them forfurther study such as the BTEC Level 3 Diploma orthe BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport.

ContentThe course is made up of the following mandatoryand optional units:• Fitness Testing and Training• Practical Sport• Outdoor/Adventures activities• Anatomy and Physiology for Sport• Injury in Sport• Sports Development• Planning and Leading Sports Activities• Technical Skills and Tactical Awareness for Sport• Psychology for Sports Performance• Nutrition for Sports Performance• Development of Personal Fitness• Lifestyle and the Sports Performer• Work Experience in the Sports Industry• Exercise and Fitness Instruction• Sport and Leisure Facility Operations• Leading Outdoor and Adventurous Activities• Expedition Experience• Effects of Exercise on the Body Systems• Business Skills in Sport• Planning and Running a Sports Event

Progression/career opportunities Career opportunities can vary depending on thestudents' interest. Career options can include gyminstructing, coaching opportunities and jobs withinSports Development. All students will have theoption of progressing onto the Level 3 ExtendedDiploma in Sport. In order to progress each student


Progression/career opportunities On successful completion of this course students will be able to progress into employment in the sports industry or on to higher education programmes.

Sam Linford a Level 3 Extended Diploma inSport student is hoping to progress touniversity to study Sport Science. Sam said:

"My time at New College Stamford has beenvery enjoyable and I feel have progressed mysporting knowledge greatly. The lecturers havebeen very supportive and given a great deal ofhelp to myself and other students on thecourse. My favourite week in college was theChristmas Olympics, held in the week beforeChristmas. All students took part in the eventwhich consisted of 18 sports. This was a greatchance to meet new people and buildrelationships."


Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport

Course code: ED3SPAExam board: EDEXCEL


AimThis course aims to provide education and trainingfor sport, leisure and recreation employees. It willgive learners the opportunity to achieve anationally recognised Level 3 vocationally specificqualification. Students will be able to develop arange of skills and techniques, personal skills andattributes essential for successful performance inworking life.

ContentThe course is made up of the following units over2 years:• Principles in anatomy and physiology in sport• The physiology of fitness• Assessing risk in sport• Fitness training and programming• Sports coaching• Sports development• Fitness testing for sports and exercise• Practical team sports• Practical individual sports• Sports nutrition• Current issues in sport• Exercise, health and lifestyle• Psychology for sports performance• Sports injuries• Analysis of sports performance• Organising sports events• Sport as a business• The athlete's lifestyle

Progression/career opportunities Successful completion of this course will allowstudents to enter the sport and active leisuresector as an employee or progress onto someHigher Education University programmes.

Level 3 Diploma in Sport (Subsidiary)

Course code: SD3SPAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: 4 GCSE A-C Gradesincluding English or a vocational equivalent suchas BTEC

AimThis course aims to provide education and trainingfor prospective sport, leisure and recreationemployees. It will give students the opportunity todevelop a range of skills and techniques, personalskills and attributes essential for successfulperformance in working life.

ContentThe course is made up of the following units:Mandatory units• Principles in anatomy and physiology in sport• The physiology of fitness• Assessing risk in sport• Fitness testing for sports and exercise

3 Optional units will be chosen from the following:• Fitness training and programming• Sports coaching• Sports development• Practical team sports• Practical individual sports• Sports nutrition• Current issues in sport• Exercise, health and lifestyle• Psychology for sports performance• Sports injuries• Analysis of sports performance• Organising sports events• Sport as a business• The athlete's lifestyle



Travel & Tourism

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Cabin Crew, Overseas Representative,Management Trainee, Tour Guide,Travel Agent, Cruise Liner Staff, HotelStaff, Event Manager and VisitorAttraction Staff.

What can I be?

Do you have a keen interest in the Travel and Tourism Industry? At NewCollege Stamford students will be able to gain real experience throughwork placements, visits and trips to tourist attractions and talks fromindustry professionals.

Additional informationStudents will be expected to participate insome of the educational visits which they willbe required to fund themselves (approx costfor visits is £150 - further details to be providedat the interview stage).

Travel and Tourism student Natasha Khan ishoping to progress to BirminghamUniversity to study Events Management andcurrently works part time at Co-op travel asa travel advisor. She said:

"I started on the Level 2 BTEC Diploma inTravel before progressing onto the Level 3. Ifeel the course has helped me gain newskills and confidence that has enabled me togain a part time career within the industry. Ifeel very prepared and also excited aboutgoing onto university as I have been given anexcellent start."

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Travel & Tourism

Course code: DP2TLAPExam board: EDEXCEL

Entry requirements: 4 GCSE at grade D or aboveincluding English

AimThis one year course is an ideal qualification if you areinterested in a career in the travel and tourismindustry. It provides students with a broadunderstanding of the industry and develops thenecessary skills required for employment at this level.As part of the course students will have theopportunity to participate in 1 weeks work experiencein which they will gain first hand experience in a traveland tourism setting. Students will also have theopportunity to participate in a range of industry visitsand also listen to industry guest speakers.

Content This qualification includes three mandatory units:• The UK Travel and Tourism Sector • Understanding Customer Service in Travel and Tourism • Understanding the Nature and Effects of World Travel

Plus optional units including:• Developing Customer Service Skills in Travel and

Tourism • UK Tourism Destinations • European Holiday Destinations • Holiday Planning • Exploring Airports and Airlines • Interpersonal Skills for Holiday Representatives

Progression/career opportunities On successful completion of this course students whoachieve a minimum grade of Merit will be able toprogress onto the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Travel andTourism. Students may also start a career in the Traveland Tourism industry such as an apprenticeship orother roles including a sales advisor within a travelagency or call centre, various positions within a hotel ora visitor attraction setting.



course has more precise detailslisted with the course

information.









5 GCSEs grade C or above including English and Maths OR Relevant Level 2qualification and at least Level 2 in literacy and/or numeracy Level 3 Course Employment Further




The qualification provides the basic backgroundskills, knowledge and understanding required towork effectively as a member of cabin crew.Students will study in our impressive mockaircraft cabin 'Stamford Airways', which willprovide them with the opportunity to completepractical assessments in a realistic workingenvironment. Students will also be required toparticipate in an assessment day at an airlinetraining centre which will cost approx £75.

Progression/career opportunities This qualification is equivalent to 2 A Levels and isrecognised as a progression to higher education tostudy for a foundation degree. Successfulcompletion of the course could enable students toapply for a range of jobs within the travel andtourism industry such as overseas resortrepresentative, sales advisor within a travelagency or call centre, various positions within ahotel/ hospitality or visitor attraction setting.

Additional informationAll students will be required to buy a uniform forCabin Crew. Students will also be expected toparticipate in some of the educational visitswhich they will be required to fundthemselves (approx cost for visits is £150per year with the option of an overseasvisit in year two at an additional cost -further details to be provided at theinterview stage).

Travel & Tourism student Luke Stratton ishoping to progress to Sunderland University tostudy Tourism management. Following Luke'srecent work experience he has now startedpart time at Travelex as a customer serviceadvisor for the summer before he goes touniversity. He said:

"My time at New College Stamford has beenfantastic, the lecturers are really supportiveand understanding, they make learning reallyexciting and have inspired and motivated me toachieve my full potential."

Level 3 National Diploma in Travel & Tourism with Cabin Crew

Course code: DP3TLAPExam board: EDEXCEL


AimThis two year course is an ideal qualification if youare interested in a career in an exciting, everchanging industry. This course provides athorough grounding in the skills and knowledgeneeded to work in the travel and tourism industryor progress to Higher Education. As part of thecourse you will have the opportunity to gain firsthand work experience within the industry.Students will also have the opportunity toparticipate in industry visits to support thedelivery of the course and also listen to industryguest speakers.

ContentThis qualification includes four mandatory units:• Investigating the Travel and Tourism Sector• The Business of Travel and Tourism• The UK as a Destination• Customer Service in Travel and Tourism

Plus optional units including:• Marketing Travel and Tourism Products and

Services • Retail Travel Operations • Investigating the Cruise Industry • Responsible Tourism • Working as a Holiday Representative • Events, Conferences and Exhibitions • Hospitality Operations in Travel and Tourism• Hospitality

Students will also study the following industryrecognised qualification: NCFE Certificate for AirlineCabin Crew.



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