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wHY bARNET AND SOUTHGATE cOLLEGE?
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SUbJEcTS AND cAmPUSES
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bTEcS, GcSES AND OTHER qUALiFicATiONS
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wHAT’S iT LikE TO bE A STUDENT? EDUcATiON AND EmPLOYER PARTNERS
cOLLEGE FAciLiTiES
Disclaimer: The details in this publication were correct at the time of going to press and we aim to provide accurate and relevant information to inform your choices. However, changes to the provision since the printing of this prospectus may occur so please check details via the Barnet and Southgate College website: www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk
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wHY bARNET AND SOUTHGATE cOLLEGE?
wE’RE biGGER AND bETTER We’re a large college in London with over 13,000 students, delivering more than 20 subjects across three main campuses. Joining us means being part of a large and vibrant community that benefits you as you prepare for the workplace or university. The diverse environment offers an excellent opportunity to meet a broader range of people and a larger college brings with it bigger and better facilities with state-of-the -art campuses. wE’RE RELEvANT TO YOU Whether you’re looking for a course to progress onto university, a specific job or an apprenticeship, what’s paramount to us is being
be developing with the appropriate courses, so you’ll be proud to be training with us, safe in the knowledge that you’ll be job ready. wE’RE PART OF THE LOcAL EcONOmY Employability is at the core of everything we do; work placements and industry experience are integral to most courses and it’s this experience that gives our students the competitive edge when looking for a job or securing a place at university. The future economy needs a vocational and technically skilled workforce, at Barnet and Southgate College we’ll expand your horizons and help you align your skills with the jobs that are out there, plus you’ll be joining a friendly, supportive and successful college.
in line with the needs of our local economy and working closely with strategic partners to adapt the content of courses to ensure it’s relevant to employers and university progression. We offer a broad range of full and part time courses in: A Levels, T Levels, HTQs, foundation degrees, technical and professional qualifications, vocational training, work skills training, apprenticeships plus education and employment pathways for people with learning difficulties and disabilities. wE’RE PROUDLY vOcATiONAL Deconstructing perceptions around vocational jobs and working closely with employers and economists are all vital components to our success. We continually analyse the jobs market, filling any skills gaps that may
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SUbJEcTS AND cAmPUSES
We have three main campuses, each with its own character and unique environment.
OUR FULL-TimE cOURSES ARE bASED AT THE FOLLOwiNG cAmPUSES
bARNET cAmPUS
cOLiNDALE cAmPUS
SOUTHGATE cAmPUS
cOmPUTiNG ELEcTRicAL iNSTALLATiON ENGiNEERiNG ENGLiSH, mATHS AND FOUNDATiON LEARNiNG ESOL (ENGLiSH FOR SPEAkERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES) ESPORTS SUPPORTED LEARNiNG (cOURSES FOR STUDENTS wiTH A vARiETY OF SEN NEEDS)
bEAUTY THERAPY bRickLAYiNG
A LEvELS ARcHiTEcTURE ART AND DESiGN bUSiNESS AND TRAvEL cHiLDcARE AND EDUcATiON cOmPUTiNG cOmPUTER ANimATiON, GAmES DESiGN AND vFX cREATivE mEDiA AND PHOTOGRAPHY ENGLiSH, mATHS AND FOUNDATiON LEARNiNG ESOL (ENGLiSH FOR SPEAkERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES) FASHiON HEALTH AND SOciAL cARE
cONSTRUcTiON SkiLLS ENGLiSH, mATHS AND FOUNDATiON LEARNiNG ESOL (ENGLiSH FOR SPEAkERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES) GAS ENGiNEERiNG
GREEN SkiLLS HAiRDRESSiNG PLUmbiNG T LEvELS UNiFORmED PROTEcTivE SERvicES
SciENcE SPORTS T LEvELS
SciENcE T LEvELS
Students at every campus have full access to Student Services and Learning Resource Centres (LRCs).
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Crews Hill
Turkey Street
Hadley Wood
Gordon Hill
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Barnet
Enfield Town
Enfield Chase
Enfield
Cockfosters
High Barnet
New Barnet
Southbury
Oakwood
Grange Park
Bush Hill Park
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Oakleigh Park
Winchmore Hill
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Southgate
Totteridge & Whetstone
Edmonton Green
Woodside Park
Mill Hill Broadway
Palmers Green
Arnos Grove
Silver Street
Mill Hill East
Bowes Park
West Finchley
Bounds Green
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White Hart Lane
Burnt Oak
Finchley Central
Wood Green
Alexandra Palace
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Colindale
Turnpike Lane
Bruce Grove
Hornsey
Hendon Central
East Finchley
Hendon
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bARNET cAmPUS Wood Street
cOLiNDALE cAmPUS 7 Bristol Avenue London NW9 4BR Tube: Colindale (Northern Line, Zone 4) Bus: 125, 186, 204, 303, 324
SOUTHGATE cAmPUS High Street Southgate London N14 6BS Tube: Southgate (Piccadilly Line, Zone 4) The Southgate Campus is approximately 200m/2 minutes walk from the station. Bus: W6, W9,121,125, 298, 299, 382
Barnet EN5 4AZ Tube: High Barnet (Northern Line, Zone 5) Bus: 34, 84, 107, 184, 234, 263, 307, 326, 384, 389
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How to Apply
We have standard entry qualification requirements, and these apply to most courses; however you should examine the full course profile on the College website to check specific requirements for specialist areas. What qualifications do I need for my new course?
l See details of all our full time courses on our website: barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/16-18- year-olds l Come to an open day – meet our tutors and find out more about the College. Book your place: barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/open-events l Follow us @barnetsouthgate on Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn and Facebook FIND YOUR COURSE l On our website, go to COURSES at the top of the homepage and find the course you’d like to do. l Then click the orange APPLY ONLINE button where you’ll be taken to the Application Portal. Please create an account and fill in your details. l Submit your application. APPLY ONLINE
Level you’d like to study
Qualifications needed before you can start the course
Level 3 A Levels T Levels BTEC Diplomas UAL Qualifications
• 5 GCSEs at Grades 9-4 (6 GCSEs for A Levels) • Level 2 course with Merit/Distinction grades
WHEN WE GET YOUR APPLICATION, WE’LL MAKE YOU AN OFFER
Level 2 BTECs UAL Qualifications GCSE Higher Grades Functional Skills
• 4 GCSEs at Grade 3 OR • Appropriate Level 1 qualifications
l An unconditional offer means you can enrol. l A conditional offer means you need to meet some requirements, usually exam results.
COME IN AND ENROL
We will tell you when you must come in to enrol by l Text l Email l Social media l Post You will be asked to come to a campus and must bring: l Proof of ID l Proof of your qualifications If you require support in your learning because of learning difficulties or disabilities please email als@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk after you apply ANY ADDITIONAL NEEDS?
Level 1 BTECs UAL Qualifications Functional Skills
To study at this level, you don’t need any formal qualifications
English and maths qualifications are essential for employers and universities. You will have the opportunity to achieve these qualifications if you do not have GCSE English and/or maths at grades 9-4. ESOL students from overseas without UK qualifications will need to take a language assessment so we can determine the best course for them.
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A Levels
Our wide range of A Level courses makes Barnet and Southgate College one of the largest A Level providers in North London
YEAR 14 REVISION AND RESIT PROGRAMME
The vast majority of our students progress to university, with many going to Russell Group institutions. Students benefit from a fully supportive tutorial system uniquely designed to meet the needs of all A Level students. Our students thrive in the nurturing supportive environment and move a step further to their future aspirations. l Our A Level courses are all full time and are taught at the Barnet Campus. l Successful applicants will need to study a minimum of three A Level subjects as part of the package. (Please note that you cannot apply for single A Level subjects.) l The A Level package is for students aged 16-19. l You will discuss your three A Level course choices at the interview stage of your application. INCLUSIVE SIXTH FORM This is an A Level programme for students who seek additional flexibility to achieve at A Level. It is ideal for students who wish to engage with education whilst dealing with emotional issues such as anxiety, depression and eating disorders. It may also be appropriate for learners with other medical issues. The course is for 16-18 year olds and offers a flexible nurturing approach to learning and the opportunity to complete a wide range of A Levels. There are only 20 places available and potential learners should apply as soon as possible. A LEVELS WITH SPORT Alongside their study programme, A Level students can apply to join one of our highly successful sports academies – which include Tottenham Hotspur men’s and women’s football, athletics, basketball, boxing and tennis
This programme is for year 14 students who wish to boost their grade profile and progress to Higher Education. The Revision and Resit Programme is a highly structured full time course and students need to maintain a focused dedicated approach to their studies. Barnet and Southgate College offers A Levels in the following subjects: • Biology • Business
• Chemistry • Economics • Further Mathematics • English Language and Literature • English Literature • Government and Politics • History • Law
• Mathematics • Media Studies • Music • Photography • Physics • Physical Education • Psychology • Sociology • Extended Project
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T LEvELS
T LEvELS ARE A NEw qUALiFicATiON FOR STUDENTS AGED 16 TO 19 wHO HAvE FiNiSHED THEiR GcSES
Each T Level is equivalent to 3 A levels and helps young people develop the knowledge, attitude and practical skills to thrive in the workplace. T Level students spend 80% of the course in the classroom, learning the essential skills that your employees need. The other 20% is a meaningful industry placement, where they put these skills into action. T Levels have been designed with leading businesses and employers, so all the knowledge and skills gained are relevant and up to date. This will give our students the opportunity to learn what a real career is like whilst continuing their studies. We have specialist staff and facilities to offer you the best learning experience with the required individualised support. Our well- established links with leading employers will provide meaningful placements within each industry setting.
A T Level qualification will enable you to be ready for work in your chosen industry, progress onto university or a higher apprenticeship. Barnet and Southgate College runs the following T Levels: • Assisting Healthcare Science • Creative Media: Content Creation and Production • Digital Infrastructure and Support Services • Digital Production, Design and Development • Education and Early Years
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering • Heating Engineering and Ventilation • Laboratory Science • Supporting the Adult Nursing Team
For more information, please visit our website: www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/t-levels
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bTEcS, GcSES AND OTHER qUALiFicATiONS
BTECs are high-quality, career-focused qualifications grounded in the real world of work. This means BTEC learners develop and apply the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers and universities are looking for. BTECs are developed with employers and higher education experts, so you can trust that anyone with a BTEC will demonstrate the high standards of knowledge,
practical skills and understanding required for further study and employment. The College also issues UAL (University of the Arts London) and NextGen/AIM Diplomas for creative courses. Barnet and Southgate College offers BTECs/Diplomas in the following subjects:
FOUNDATiON LEARNiNG AND GcSE cOURSES We run structured programmes for students wishing to catch up on qualifications or who wish to improve their GCSE grades. These include Bridging Course options to progress from Level 1 and Functional Skills up to GCSE level in several subjects, such as Business, IT, Art and Design and Creative Media. We also run a GCSE Science package for those wishing to specialise in that area. For more information please go to barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/ foundation-learning and look at the full-time courses.
LEvEL 1 • Applied Science • Bricklaying • Caring for Children • Carpentry and Joinery • Electrical Installations • Hair and Barbering • Plumbing • Sports
LEvEL 2 • Applied Science • Art and Design • Beauty Therapy • Bricklaying • Business • Computer Animation & Games • Creative Media Production • Early Years Educator • Electrical Installation • Engineering • Esports • Hairdressing and Barbering • Health and Social Care • ICT • Performing Arts • Sports • Travel and Tourism • Uniformed Protective Services
LEvEL 3 • Architecture
• Applied Science • Art and Design • Beauty Therapy • Business • Commercial Photography/ Moving Image • Creative Media Production
• Early Years Educator • Electrical Installation • Engineering • Esports • Fashion • Games, Animation and VFX Skills • Hairdressing • IT (Hardware and Games Development) • IT (Software and IT for Business) • Performing Arts • Sports • Travel and Tourism • Uniformed Protective Services
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APPRENTicESHiPS
iNDUSTRY PLAcEmENTS Our Industrial Placement Team uses our extensive network of employer contacts to ensure our students get great opportunities for work placements and get vital industry experience before leaving Barnet and Southgate College.
We are a nationally-recognised apprenticeship provider and work with a large number of apprentices and employers to deliver a high standard training provision. With fantastic achievement rates, we continue to work with apprentices and employers in a positive way to ensure we offer the best service to them. An apprenticeship is a mixture of both on-the-job and classroom-based training, which enable you to develop the skills you need for your chosen career. Apprenticeships enable you to enter the world of work, earn a wage and learn new skills whilst working towards a nationally-recognised qualification. cONTAcT US For any enquiries about our apprenticeships please contact our specialist Apprenticeships Team: Telephone: 020 8266 4333 Email: apprentice@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk
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STUDENT SERvicES
THE STUDENT SERvicES TEAm iS cOmmiTTED TO PROviDiNG HiGH qUALiTY SUPPORT TO ALL STUDENTS iN THE cOLLEGE
The Team also runs sessions that help students to progress on to higher education or employment. The workshops are supplemented by personalised 1:1 support and enrichment which could be a trip, an employer visit, guest speakers or group debates. Student services provide an inclusive environment to support all students with declared additional support needs. Working collaboratively, we ensure students receive the support they require to reduce the barriers, through personalised learning and special adjustments. Support with English and maths, exam access arrangements, speech, language and social communication as well as self-esteem and confidence are facilitated in and out of the classroom. Student Services builds resilience so the student can achieve.
Taking a student-centred approach, our aim is to ensure that students: • are engaged and enjoy learning • have the opportunity to recognise and develop their abilities • work towards their next steps and succeed in learning. Our aim is to facilitate students’ transition into adulthood, whether into employment, education or training. Through Student Services, students attend workshops in the tutorial slot covering a range of topics such as: • Sexual health • Drugs
• British Values • Safeguarding • Positive Behaviour • Motivation
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wHAT’S iT LikE TO bE A STUDENT?
“iN cOLLEGE, iT’S A LOT mORE AbOUT wHAT YOU wANT TO DO AND HOw iT’S GOiNG TO HELP YOU iN THE FUTURE” LAUREN Level 2 Art and Design
“YOU GET LOTS OF EXPERiENcE ON THE PRAcTicAL SiDE OF THiNGS wHERE wE wORk iN A SALON ENviRONmENT” TANYA Level 3 Beauty Therapy
“i’m GLAD i cHOSE A cOLLEGE AS iT REALLY AccOmmODATES mY NEEDS iN TERmS OF RESEARcH AND STUDYiNG” BARAN A Levels in Politics, Psychology and Economics
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“OvER THE SiX mONTHS wORk EXPERiENcE i’vE APPLiED mY kNOwLEDGE FROm cOLLEGE iNTO REAL LiFE SiTUATiONS” PRAvEENA Level 3 Health and Social Care
“i’D REcOmmEND THE cOLLEGE FOR SOmEONE wHO wANTS TO PURSUE SPORT” JUSTIN Level 4 Sport and Exercise Science
“THERE ARE ONLY A FEw DEAF PEOPLE AT THE cOLLEGE bUT THERE ARE PEOPLE TO SUPPORT mE ALL THE TimE” PEARLE Level 3 Computer Animation
“wHAT i’vE LEARNT iN cOLLEGE i APPLY iN mY JOb THAT vERY SAmE wEEk” EGLAND Level 2 Electrical Installation
“wE DiD A cOURSE TO HELP wiTH SELF-cONFiDENcE AND iT REALLY HELPED wiTH mE GETTiNG A JOb iNTERviEw” MASON Level 3 Plumbing
“THE cOURSE HAS GivEN mE mUcH mORE cONFiDENcE AND mY FAvOURiTE PART iS THE cOOkiNG” MAIZIE Supported Learning
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EDUcATiON AND EmPLOYER PARTNERS
wE PARTNER cLOSELY wiTH iNSTiTUTiONS AND EmPLOYERS TO DELivER wORk EXPERiENcE, TRAiNiNG, AND iNDUSTRY-STANDARD cOURSE cONTENT. wE’RE vERY PROUD THAT wE PREPARE STUDENTS FOR ALL THEiR EDUcATiONAL AND cAREER ASPiRATiONS
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cOLLEGE FAciLiTiES
THE cOLLEGE HAS STATE-OF-THE-ART FAciLiTiES AcROSS ALL OUR cAmPUSES
Plumbing Workshop
Hairdressing Salon
TV Studio
Drama and Dance Studio
Science Lab
Bricklaying Yard
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