Entry Level 3 – Access to FE
Access to FE is for learners who are 16-18 years old. This course is aimed at learners who want to progress into FE but require smaller groups or may not have the necessary qualifications on starting. This course is designed to ease the transition into FE and to help move on into pathways of interest.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Entry Level 3 Diploma in Vocational Studies – Bridge to FE
Designed to enable learners to develop personal skills through participation in day-to-day activities, promoting independence and social interaction.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Entry Level in Functional Skills English
These English groups are friendly and are designed for you to improve your practical English skills. You will be screened to determine your own personal level and an individual learning plan will be drawn up.
Campus: City
Study option: Part time, Evening course
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Entry Level in Functional Skills Maths
These maths groups are friendly and are designed for you to improve your practical maths skills. You will be screened to determine your own personal level and an individual learning plan will be drawn up.
Campus: City
Study option: Part time, Evening course
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Entry Level Life Skills – Entry to Vocational Studies
Life Skills courses aim to promote independence, a healthy lifestyle, build your self-esteem and confidence whilst encouraging you to take responsibility for your life.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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ESOL Youth Programme
The ESOL Youth Programme at Coventry College is for 16-18 year olds who are residents in the UK. Students work towards various levels of Skills for Life qualifications.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Certificate in Sports
Foundation routes are for you if you are aged between 16 & 18 years of age and need extra support to help you improve your prospects and progress to further study or a career.
Campus: City, Alan Higgs Centre
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Construction Skills
This BTEC Construction Skills will inspire and enthuse learners to consider a career in the construction sector and give learners the potential opportunity, in due course, to enter employment within a wide range of junior job roles across the construction industry.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services
This course is ideal for candidates who want to pursue a career in public services (For example, Police Forces, British Army, Royal Navy, Ambulance Service, Fire Service, Royal Air Force, Prison Service, Border Force etc)
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Art
Our Level 1 Art Course is ideal for those who are looking for a career in this sector, to build on skills and knowledge to move on in your career path.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Art & Design
This course offers you the opportunity to explore a range of skills and ideas in art and design, whilst gaining relevant qualifications in English and maths.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Brickwork
This is a hands-on and theoretical course where you will learn the basic skills to prepare you for a career as a bricklayer in the construction industry. It’s designed for students who have a desire and ambition to become a tradesperson in the construction industry.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Business
This course is ideal for you if you want a practical introduction to business and administration. The course is designed to allow students an insight of what it would be like to work in one of these areas and you will learn new skills.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery
Our Carpentry and Joinery course is specifically developed for delivery in a training environment using simulated conditions, and the test(s) are based on the learner showing what they can do as an individual through the completion of all the requirements of the qualification.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Creative Digital Media
Our Level 1 Media is ideal for those who are looking for a career in this sector, to build on skills and knowledge to move on in your career path.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings
This qualification is ideal if you have little previous experience but are considering a career in health, social care and/or children’s and young people’s settings and wish to gain the basic knowledge required to progress to study at a higher level with the aim of entering the workforce in one of these areas.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in IT & Media
Our Level 1 IT & Media courses are for learners who require an understanding of the basic skills and knowledge that we use to move to a level 2 qualification.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating
This is a hands on and theoretical course where you will learn the basic skills to prepare you for career as a painter and decorator.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Performing Arts
Our Level 1 Performing Arts Course is ideal for those who are looking for a career in this sector, to build on skills and knowledge to move on in your career path.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Plastering
This is a hands on and theoretical course where you will learn the basic skills to prepare you for career as a plasterer.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing
This is an introduction course for plumbing which you are able to progress onto the level 2 Diploma in Plumbing studies.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Body Repair & Paint
This course is aimed at anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industry. You do not need any previous experience or need to be in a current work placement. These qualifications are taught in a college or training provider and learning is by doing rather than writing lots of notes.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Mechanics and Maintenance
Candidates wanting to develop some of the key skills and understanding in motor vehicle systems. Successful candidates will have the basic skills needed to apply for an automotive apprenticeship or similar engineering pathway. This qualification could also be used as an ‘interest’ course for a wide range of learners.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies – Hair & Beauty
The Level 1 Hair and beauty programme is ideal for those who are looking for a career in this sector, It is designed to provide a foundation on which to develop the required skills and knowledge that enable you to progress further in this constantly changing sector
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies – Health & Social Care
Our Level 1 Health and Social Course is ideal for those who are looking for a career in this sector, to build on skills and knowledge to move on in your career path.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies – Transport & Vehicle
Today’s BTEC Introductory qualifications will demand a lot of practical and written work from you. You will complete a range of units, be organised, take assessments that will demonstrate your skills and keep a portfolio of your assignments.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Functional Skills Maths
These maths groups are friendly and are designed for you to improve your practical maths skills. You will be screened to determine your own personal level and an individual learning plan will be drawn up.
Campus: City
Study option: Part time, Evening course
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Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Construction
This course will give the opportunity to develop introductory practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the Vocation of Construction while developing skills and Knowledge in employability, maths and English.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 NCFE CACHE Certificate in Caring for Children
This qualification is ideal if you are considering a career in caring for children and have a basic understanding of childcare, either through previous completion of a qualification in Caring for Children or through workplace experience
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Performing Engineering Operations
This is an introductory course aimed at you if you want to establish the foundations for a career in engineering. You will acquire basic engineering skills and learn the theoretical background needed for more advanced courses.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 1 Vocational Studies in Vocational Studies.
The Level 1 Vocational Studies course is for those learners that are unsure of their career path and require smaller group settings.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Engineering
The Pearson BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Engineering provides an engaging, robust, broad-based introduction to engineering.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Certificate in Air Cabin Crew & Aviation Operations on the Ground
This is an exciting vocational course designed to give you the specialist knowledge for a career working as cabin crew within the airline industry or on the ground at the airport working as check-in, security, customs or dispatch.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Certificate in Health & Social Care
If you enjoy caring for others and helping people, but want to know more about what health and social care involves this course will give you a good understanding of the health and care environments and develop the skills you needed for a career within this sector.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma for Entry into the Uniformed Services
Learners will have the opportunity to gain broad knowledge of, and develop skills in, the Public Services sector and in due course to enter employment in a wide range of job roles.
Campus: City, Alan Higgs Centre
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design
The course is an introduction to the principles of various art and design disciplines. There will be a focus on developing core skills that will enable students to improve the quality of their artwork.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy
This is a practical course, providing you with direct training for a career in the beauty industry. By the end of the course you will be able to perform a range of facial, nail care and depilatory treatments as well as carry out reception and customer care duties.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Brickwork
If you have already completed a first year training course in bricklaying, this Level 2 qualification will allow you to progress onto the next stage. It is suitable for college-based students as well as those on apprenticeship schemes working towards NVQ Level 2. The NVQ Level 2 course will run over 2 years.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation
This course is for the ambitious candidates who wish to commence a career in the Electrical Installation industry.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time, Part time
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Level 2 Diploma in Esports
This qualification includes a breadth of transferrable skills that enable learners to experience Esports across different areas of the industry
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Games Development
If you are interested in creating digital graphics, understanding how video games are developed and working with other media such as digital video, then this could be your first step into the world of games design/digital media.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing (VRQ)
While studying for this qualification you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to work professionally and safely in the hairdressing industry. Learners then practice the techniques, reaching the standard required to work in Salon 50, our fully equipped commercial area which is open to the public.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Media
The Level 2 Diploma will let you experience the full variety of media production enabling you to make choices as to which area you may specialise in for the future.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations
This is a work-related, nationally recognised qualification designed for you if you are interested in taking a first step towards an engineering career.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies
This course will provide you with both the practical skills and the theory to help you find work within the plumbing industry.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Sport (Sports Coaching)
This qualification is designed to inspire and enthuse learners to consider a career in the Sport sector.
Campus: City, Alan Higgs Centre
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Body Repair & Paint
This is a hands-on and theoretical City & Guilds course where you learn some of the key skills required for a career in the motor industry. It’s designed for students who have completed a first-year training course in motor vehicle body repair and painting, and who want to extend their skills. It would suit college-based students
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Mechanics & Maintenance
Successful candidates will have the basic skills needed to apply for an automotive apprenticeship or similar engineering pathway. This qualification could also be used as an ‘interest’ course for a wide range of learners.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Extended Certificate in Business
This course is designed for students who wish to progress onto working within a business environment or studying a Level 3 programme.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 Extended Certificate in Performing Arts
This course provides skills and knowledge in all aspects of theatre and performance and can be used to progress into higher level study, or as a foundation for your future career.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 First Diploma in Applied Science
This BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Applied Science is intended for post-16 learners who aim to progress onto a Level 3 study programme in Science and possibly on to employment.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 First Extended Certificate in Information & Creative Technology
This course will give you an introduction to the modern online world and provides a first look at how the main building blocks of technology systems work. Starting with your own experiences, you will extend your knowledge of online services and investigate the technology and software that supports them.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 2 GCSE in Maths
If you need to retake GCSE Mathematics, this part-time daytime or evening intensive course offers you the opportunity to obtain this qualification in one year. It is also suitable for mature students who need GCSE Maths for career purposes or for higher education.
Campus: City
Study option: Part time, Evening course
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Level 2 NCFE CACHE Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
This qualification enables you to develop the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children in the early years sector.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Interior and Architectural Design
This qualification is an excellent introduction to the realm of Interior and Architectural Design.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Criminology, Psychology and Applied Human Biology
This study programme is made up of three individual qualifications including Criminology, Applied Psychology and Applied Human Biology. Each of these qualifications is equivalent to one A-Level.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Art & Graphic Design
This course is aimed to develop your creative art and design skills and build up a portfolio of work demonstrating your individual artistic potential, in a wide range of subject areas, which can be used to progress to higher education of future employment.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy
This is the qualification you need to work as a beauty therapist on cruise liners and in spas. It also enables you to start your own business as a therapist. You will provide treatments to clients in the College’s realistic salon environment.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Dance & Musical Theatre
During your studies you will have specialist training in dance, singing and acting to develop a well-versed range of skills including Musical Theatre, voice, script work, Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Digital Creative Arts
Are you interested in the use of digital technology to design and express yourself creatively?
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
The course is an A-level equivalent study programme which allows you to develop your skills and knowledge in the field of Electrical/Mechanical Engineering. It offers a combination of theory and practice leading to a nationally recognised qualification which can provide a basis for higher level study or for employment in the engineering industry.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Esports
The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with key stakeholders. This ensures that the content is appropriate and consistent with current industry practice to enable learners to enter employment.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Fashion & Textiles
Fashion is challenging, exciting and very rewarding. If you are curious, enjoy creativity and are interested in developing your individual potential, then this course could be for you.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Games Development
This course is designed as a dedicated pathway into the video game industry; where you will explore the subject in a practical environment and learn the principles behind a career in games. The course is designed for students to decide and focus on their strongest areas and would also allow you to choose a career in other related fields, such as digital graphics and marketing.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing (VRQ)
This is the qualification most salons expect for you to work as a stylist. Developing your knowledge using advanced techniques, you will become more experienced and confident. Our commercially equipped Salon 50 is open to the public and allows you to practice these skills, preparing you for employment in the industry.
Campus: City
Study option: Part time
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Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
If you are interested in a career in the health sector such as nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy etc, then this course could be for you. It will give you an A level equivalent qualification (equivalent to 3 A levels), vocational work experience and will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to progress to employment or (increasingly) into higher education.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Media Production
Are you interested in working in TV or radio broadcast?
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance
Singer? Guitarist? Piano player? Looking to carve out a career in the music industry? This is the course for you! This Level 3 qualification in Music Performance will allow you to develop as both an individual artist and a collaborator.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Acting)
This is a practical course, where you will learn about the performing arts industry. It will help you develop the skills you need for future training and provide you with guidance on how to pursue a career within this highly competitive field.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Photography
If you are a creative person and have a keen interest in photography and an interest in increasing your skills in this subject to professional standards, then the BTEC Diploma in Photography could be for you.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Production Arts
Always wanted to work in the world of theatre but don’t want to be on the stage? This Level 3 qualification in production Arts will allow you to develop skills across a wide variety of production roles
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Travel & Tourism
This course is designed to give you the skills you need to progress to Higher Education or into employment in this expanding industry.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing (VRQ)
This is the qualification most salons expect for you to work as a stylist. Developing your knowledge using advanced techniques, you will become more experienced and confident. Our commercially equipped Salon 50 is open to the public and allows you to practice these skills, preparing you for employment in the industry.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Extended Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services
This qualification is designed as a full-time, two-year programme of study for learners who want to focus on the uniformed protective services sector.
Campus: City, Alan Higgs Centre
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Biomedical Science
This BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Biomedical Science is intended for post-16 learners who aim to progress to higher education to study courses such as: Pharmacy, Paramedic Sciences, Biosciences or Physiotherapy, and ultimately on to employment.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business
This course will enable you to develop knowledge and practical business skills. It will also provide a route into higher education as it equivalent to three A Levels. You will gain skills and knowledge to help you in a business environment, or to establish your own business.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Enterprise & Entrepreneurship
This programme is for 16-18 year-olds and will encourage, educate and empower you to run your own business and gain relevant skills and experience. It's designed to introduce you to key business skills such as finance, marketing and business management.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Forensic & Criminal Investigation
This BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Forensic and Criminal Investigation is intended for post-16 learners who aim to progress to higher education to study courses such as: Forensic Science, Policing and Law, Criminology or Psychology and ultimately on to employment.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Science
This BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science is intended for post-16 learners who aim to progress to higher education to study courses such as: Biosciences, Chemical Engineering, Radiography, Dietary and Nutrition, Veterinary Science, Marine Biology, Laboratory Technicians, Animal Biology or Pharmaceutical Sciences and ultimately on to employment.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Sports Coaching)
The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Sports Coaching) is intended for learners aged 16 and over and provides the knowledge, skills and understanding required within the sport and physical activity sector.
Campus: City, Alan Higgs Centre
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Information Technology
The National Extended Diploma in Information Technology qualification is equivalent to 3 A levels and offers you an introduction to the IT industry and in-depth exposure to personal computers, hardware and operating systems. It is based on theory and practical hands on experience.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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Level 3 NCFE CACHE Technical Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)
This qualification enables you to develop the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children, you will be able to enter the sector as an Early Years Educator
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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T Level Digital Production, Design and Development
During the 2-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of digital occupations.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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T Level Education and Childcare
During the 2-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of education and childcare occupations.
Campus: City
Study option: Full time
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