Course Guide 2016/17

Course Guide 2016/17
TAKE A CLOSER
STEP TOWARD YOUR
DREAM CAREER
WITH DONCASTER
Trying to imagine your
future might seem
scary, but it’s also very
exciting. At Doncaster
College, we help you
discover and develop
the skills you need for
your chosen career and
to become the person
you want to be.
With a diverse selection
of vocational and training
opportunities for you to choose
from, Doncaster College will
give you the required skills and
qualifications to progress on
to further study or to impress
future employers. With a different
environment and experience to
school and a course that’s right for
you, you can start to plan your own
future.
Take some time and look through
the wide range of courses on offer
throughout this guide.
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01 COLLEGE EXPERIENCE 7
Campuses9
Industry Links
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Student Life
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Student Union
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Learning Resource Centres
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02 APPRENTICESHIPS
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03 INCLUSION
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04 ACCESS TO HE
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05 TEACHER EDUCATION31
06 CAREER PATHS
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Animal Care
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Horse Care
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Air Cabin Crew
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Aviation43
Travel & Tourism
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Art & Design
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Graphics & Media
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Photography51
Creative Media
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Fashion55
Business & Admin
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Childcare59
Computing61
Construction Trades
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Electrical Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Welding69
Motor Vehicle
71
Floristry73
Hairdressing75
Beauty77
Health & Social Care
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Hospitality & Catering
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Professional Cookery
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Music85
Performing Arts
87
Dance89
Public Services
91
Sports93
07 USEFUL INFO
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Support Services
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English & Maths
101
How to Apply
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Qualifications104
Contacts105
Course Index
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Higher Education Open Days 107
Our open days are a
great way to gain an
insight into College
life, meet the tutors,
discover more about
our courses and get
a feel for The Hub
campus.
Our open day dates are:
• Wed 23rd September 2015
• Thu 12th November 2015
• Wed 27th January 2016
• Thu 21st April 2016
• Sat 18th June 2016
Some questions you might want
to ask at one of our open days:
• What type of career might this course lead me to?
• Can this course lead me to
university?
• What equipment will I need
for the course?
• Will I need to wear a uniform?
• Importance of English and
Maths.
For more details and timings for
the open days go to:
www.don.ac.uk/opendays
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COLLEGE EXPERIENCE
South Elmsall
Skellow
9
Carcroft
Dunscroft
Barnby Dun
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Adwick le Street
Hooten Pagnell
Brodsworth
900+
Highly qualified staff working across
all of our College campuses
HIGH MELTON
Thurnscoe
Hickleton
Goldthorpe
Barnburgh
Wath upon Dearne
Kirk Sandall
Highfields
The multi-million pound
Waterfront campus opened
in September 2006, giving
students access to some of the
best educational facilities in the
country. The Hub offers lecture
theatres, a restaurant, beauty
salon, flower shop and a gym
that is FREE to use.
Arksey
DONCASTER
Hexthorpe
The High Melton campus is set
in 126 acres of rolling,Mexborough
idyllic
countryside and nestled in a
beautiful village providing a
unique space for you to think
and learn. High Melton is only 10
minutes from Doncaster town
centre and a free shuttle bus
Kilnhurst
regularly links
to The Hub, taking
you in to the centre of Doncaster.
Hyde Park
Sprotbrough
University Centre Doncaster,
High Melton, DN5 7SZ
Balby
Cadeby
Warmsworth
Denaby Main
Conisbrough
New Edlington
Armthorpe
Wheatley
Cusworth
Harlington
High Melton
Long Sandall
Bentley
Scawsby
Loversall
Wadworth
Hatfield Woodhouse
Dunsville
Toll Bar
Woodlands
The Hub, Chappell Drive,
Doncaster, DN1 2RF
Average number of
students per class
DONCASTER COLLEGE EAST
Hampole
NORTHERN RACING COLLEGE
CAMPUSES
Stainforth
THE HUB
South Kirkby
Intake
The Stables, Rossington Hall,
Old Cantley
Great North Road, Doncaster,
Lakeside
DN11 0HN
Branton
Cantley
The College
has a dedicated
Bessacarr
campus at the Northern Racing
Bessacarr
College for the provision
of Grange
land-based programmes such
as Animal Care, Horse Care,
Animal Management and more.
With stables that home horses
Rossington
and a variety of other animals to
be cared for,
students
can gain
New
Rossington
essential practical skills caring
for the animals.
Church Road, Stainforth,
DN7 5AA
Based in the heart of the
community the site is home to a
student run Beauty Salon, Sugar
Craft, Hair and Beauty and IT.
Wroot
Auckley
Blaxton
West Barrier
Finningley
1000+
Barnby Dun
Number of Apprentices
we train every year
Kirk Sandall
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Our partnerships help
to enrich the overall
student experience.
All of our courses have
close links with industry
to keep them relevant
and up-to-date.
Our links ensure that students
are engaging with relevant
activities preparing them for the
world of work.
We work in partnership with
many employers and invite a
range of guest speakers and
experts to work with you to
enhance your knowledge and
understanding of your chosen
field.
Doncaster College has industry
standard working environments,
some of which are commercial
businesses. For example, the
Inspire Salon, the Waterfront
Restaurant and some of our
cutting edge engineering and
construction facilities offer the
opportunity for you to work on
projects and in environments to
develop skills and enhance your
CVs in ways that we know are
valued by employers.
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At Doncaster College
it’s not just about
the course, it’s about
the whole learning
environment. The time
you take to study, the
people you meet and
the things that you
can get involved in all
impact on your student
experience.
STUDENT
All students have access to The
Hub’s Common Room, open
between 10.00am and 3.00pm
most days. Comfy sofas, pool
tables, table tennis and large
screens playing the latest hits
are all available so you can relax
in the company of friends when
you’re not in lessons.
make student life more exciting,
memorable and rewarding. You
can use it to make your money
go further on books, clothes,
sports equipment, CDs, travel,
computer gear, gigs and even
eating out. Go to the Cash Office
to get one or buy one online at
www.nusextra.co.uk
When you start College, you’ll
have the opportunity to purchase
an NUS Extra card, which gives
you exclusive discounts, offers
and competitions designed to
PLACES TO EAT
Whichever campus you are at,
you will find a variety of healthy,
budget friendly bites to eat from
breakfast to lunch. Whether
you’re after a simple sandwich
or a full cooked dinner, we have
something for everyone.
You’ll never be thirsty, as you will
find plenty of vending machines,
water points and coffee bars
located across the various
campuses selling a variety of
thirst quenching drinks. You can
also bring in your own lunch —
you’ll find loads of comfy seats
dotted around campus to take
some time out and refuel.
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The Student Union can
give you advice and
guidance, whatever
your problem. You can
access the Student
Union drop-in service to
get advice on things like
money matters, keeping
healthy, childcare, travel,
housing and loads more.
If you have problems with your
course, or need any support,
they can help.
You are automatically eligible
for membership of the Student
Union once you have enrolled,
allowing you to run for Student
Governor or vote in College
elections.
Interested in volunteering? Want
to work with the Student Union?
Why not get involved? Join
us to plan student events for
the coming year, run societies
and clubs and much more! We
need you to help us make sure
you get the most out of your
Student Union.
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LEARNING
RESOURCE
The Learning Resource
Centres (LRCs) are
situated at both The
Hub and High Melton
campuses, offering a
range of welcoming
environments to help
you study.
There are over 70,000 books,
multimedia resources and
journals to support your chosen
course of study. There is access
to approximately 100 computers
across both campuses with
facilities to print, scan, copy and
finish documents in black and
white or colour.
Wireless internet access is
available for you to bring your
own mobile device. IT staff
are based in the LRCs and are
available to support you with
your studies.
As well as physical resources,
staff and students have online
access to the web catalogue,
over 5,000 electronic books,
30 subscription databases, and
more than 500,000 full text
journal articles.
These online resources can be
accessed at a time to suit you, from
any internet enabled device, both
on and off campus, and support all
programme/curriculum areas.
Opening hours during term time
are 8: 15am until 8:00pm, Monday
to Thursday and 8.30am to 4.45pm
on Fridays. Vacation opening
hours may vary and do not include
evenings and Saturdays.
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APPRENTICESHIPS
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Doncaster College offers Apprenticeships in a wide
range of subject areas. These are a great way of
getting a job in an industry you are interested in and
earning some money while you learn. In addition you
will also gain real life experiences to help you along
the way. You can enjoy all the benefits of coming to
College — great social life, top-notch facilities, quality
teaching and independence.
Doing an Apprenticeship improves your job prospects, you get to build up
your knowledge and learn transferable skills, all whilst working towards
a sector specific qualification. This looks great on your CV and is exactly
what employers are looking for.
APPRENTICESHIPS WE OFFER
• Accountancy
• Administration
• Catering and Hospitality
• Child Care
• Cleaning
• Construction Trades
• Customer Service
• Digital Media
• Engineering
• Hairdressing/Barbering
• Health and Social Care
• Healthcare Services
• Highway Maintenance
• Human Resources
• IT
• Management
• Manufacturing
• Marketing
• Motor Vehicle
• Plumbing
• Retail
• Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools
• Team Leading
• Road Building
• Warehousing
• Welding
To find out more information about our range of
Apprenticeship programmes call us on 01302 553913
www.don.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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INCLUSION
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LIFE SKILLS
In Life Skills we offer a range of programmes from Entry 1 to Entry 3 for
students with learning difficulties to prepare them for independent living
and work. These programmes are for young people aged 16-24.
Some of our programmes will help you develop further skills in looking
after yourself, becoming more independent and making choices and
decision about what you would like to do in the future. Other programmes
will help you to develop skills for work and make decisions about further
study or employment. All our programmes are very practical and offer a
high level of support.
>>www.don.ac.uk/courses/lifeskills
POSITIVE CHOICES
If you are 16 to 18 years old, not in education, employment or training and
want to increase your self–confidence, interpersonal and job skills, then
this course could be for you. This is a 36-week personal development
course, focusing on work experience, qualifications and practical skills.
>>www.don.ac.uk/courses/positivechoices
“I GAINED WORK
EXPERIENCE AT
LUNCHTIME MAKING
AND SELLING
MILKSHAKES IN
THE HUB DINER!”
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ACCESS TO HE
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Do you want to go to university? Are you looking for a
new challenge? Would you like a new career? Are you
over the age of 19? If so, one of our courses could be for
you.
See the website for more details or call us to discuss your aims and ambitions
with one of our dedicated team of friendly and supportive professionals. They
will be able to provide guidance and assist you in making the right choice for
you, whatever your background and current level of achievement. Or why not
come along to one of the College Open Events that take place throughout
the year? Depending on your circumstances, funding may be available to
support you in your studies.
COURSES WE OFFER
Access to Higher Education Diploma - Level 3
The Access to Higher Education Diploma is excellent preparation for people
who wish to study at university level. Each course is especially designed for
mature students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications
to apply for university level study. Doncaster College offers a variety
of pathways: Business / Nursing and Midwifery / Science and Health /
Humanities and Social Science / Social Work / Mental Health / Psychology /
English Language and Education / Sport.
Stepping Up to Access - Level 2
The Stepping Up to Access course is ideal for people who wish to study
a Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma but who do not yet have
the necessary academic qualifications. Upon successful completion of this
course you will be able to progress to one of our Access to Higher Education
Diplomas. Doncaster College offers the pathway in Social Science / Science
to help you step up.
“THE MOST IMPORTANT THING
I HAVE LEARNT THIS YEAR: IT
IS NEVER TOO LATE TO START.
OR START AGAIN. OR PICK UP
WHERE YOU LEFT OFF.”
Daniel Rowley
Access to HE, English
Career paths you could take include:
Finance / Marketing / Web Design / Games Development / Journalism /
Advertising / Public Relations / Police / Social Science / Adult Nursing /
Paramedic Service / Science / Health Related Professions / Youth Work /
Local and Central Government / Sports Coaching / Nutrition / Teaching / and
many more directions!
www.don.ac.uk/courses/accesstohe
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TEACHER EDUCATION
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Do you have a passion for sharing information and
training others? If so, why not kick start your career in
the highly valued teaching, learning and assessment
sector.
The suite of teaching, learning and assessment qualifications offered
by Doncaster College provide a range of learning opportunities to
meet individual needs whether you are new to teaching and training or
wanting to progress to a higher level qualification our team of innovative,
passionate and experienced teaching professionals will be able to provide
you with appropriate support and development.
All applicants will require or be working towards a level 2 qualification in
Maths and English.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Assessing Vocational Achievement: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices: Level
4 // One Year // The Hub
• Introduction to Trainer Skills: Two days // The Hub // Workplace sessions
can be arranged for larger groups
• Education & Training (A.E.T): Level 3 // 12 weeks // The Hub
• Education & Training (C.E.T): Level 4 // 34 weeks // The Hub
I want to be a FURTHER EDUCATION LECTURER
Fully Qualified
£23,000 - £35,000
Advanced Skills
£35,000 - £40,000
Management Role
£35,000 - £80,000
“BEING BACK AT COLLEGE HAS
GIVEN ME THE DRIVE TO KEEP
LEARNING AND PROGRESSING
IN MY CAREER.”
Saboura Jackson
Certificate in Education & Training
www.don.ac.uk/courses/education
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CAREER PATHS
We have included expected
salaries for a variety of job roles
to help you make an informed
decision about your future career,
all taken from the National
Careers Service website: www.
nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
All the courses here at Doncaster
College require you to complete
an initial assessment in Maths
and English and to also attend an
interview.
The courses provided by Doncaster
College have been directly or
indirectly part-financed by the
European Social Fund - helping
develop employment by promoting
employability, business spirit and
equal opportunities and investing
in human resources.
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Do you love animals? If a career working with animals
is your goal our Animal Care courses are for you!
Studying at our Northern Racing College (NRC) campus, you will be
surrounded with opportunities to learn about animal care and welfare. We
have a fantastic variety of animal species ranging from small mammals,
reptiles, birds, livestock and exotics. You will have the opportunity to learn
about the daily husbandry routines for these animals and gain hands on
experience handling, feeding, exercising and undertaking routine health
care treatments. Combined with our links to external organisations, you
will also establish excellent work placement opportunities ready for your
own animal care career whilst making new friends.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Animal Care: Entry Level // One Year // NRC
• Animal Care: Level 1 // One Year // NRC
• Animal Care: Level 2 // One Year // NRC
• Animal Management: Level 3 (60 credit) // One Year // NRC
• Animal Management: Level 3 (90 credit) // One Year // NRC
“I GOT THE CHANCE TO
TAKE PART IN AN OVERSEAS
EDUCATIONAL VISIT TO
SWEDEN. THE EXPERIENCE WAS
AMAZING, IT WAS A ONCE IN A
LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY!”
I want to be a ZOOKEEPER
Starting Salary
£10,000 - £16,000
Senior
£17,000 - £24,000
Chloe Palmer
Animal Management Level 3
www.don.ac.uk/courses/animalcare
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Studying at our Northern Racing College campus, you
will be surrounded with opportunities to learn about
horse care and welfare. We have fantastic facilities
for you to enjoy; indoor and outdoor arenas, a horse
walker, off-road hacking and a range of horses to suit
all abilities.
Learn about the daily husbandry routines for horses and gain hands
on experience handling, feeding, and undertaking routine health care
treatments. Improve your riding skills with weekly lessons from qualified
instructors. Combined with our links to external organisations, you will
also establish excellent work placement opportunities.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Horse Care: Level 1 // One Year // NRC
• Horse Care: Level 2 // One Year // NRC
• Equine Management: Level 3 // One Year // NRC
“WE HAVE HAD SOME AMAZING
TRIPS. WE WENT TO BRAMHAM
HORSE TRIALS, THIS WAS A
FUN DAY OUT AND A GREAT Emmy & Elise Thomson
Horse Care Level 2
LEARNING EXPERIENCE.”
I want to be a HORSE GROOM
Unqualified
£10,000
Qualified
£12,000
Experienced
£16,000+
www.don.ac.uk/courses/horsecare
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If you like meeting new people, enjoy travelling
and are passionate about customer service with an
emphasis on their safety, this could be the ideal course
for you.
This exciting program is designed to provide potential Cabin Crew with
the knowledge required by the various airline companies for entry in to
the profession.
Jet2 supports this qualification and state if a potential candidate meets
their entry requirements and achieves this qualification they will be invited
for an interview on receipt of their application.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Air Cabin Crew: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
“FOR SURVIVAL TECHNIQUES
WE WENT TO A LOCAL
SWIMMING POOL AND HAD TO
DEMONSTRATE HOW TO TREAD
WATER AND SWIM 25M.”
I want to be an AIR CABIN CREW MEMBER
Starting Salary
£12,000 - £14,000
Experienced
£15,000 - £21,000
Senior Crew
£25,000+
Celest Cummings
Air Cabin Crew Level 2
www.don.ac.uk/courses/travel
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Aviation
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma
in Aviation Operations was designed in close
collaboration with industry and can provide a gateway
to further studies in Aviation.
This is roughly equivalent to an A-Level and the programme provides
UCAS points to enable progress to higher education at degree level.
This is a new course for Doncaster College but we have a unique blend
of aviation industry trained staff with a wealth of experience in providing
proven studies in this exciting field. This means we are able to provide a
range of units that some other providers are unable to offer.
The course will offer visits to major and regional airports as well as inviting
industry guest speakers into the College and the possibility of work
placements for appropriate candidates.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Aviation: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
I want to be an AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER
Starting Salary
£15,000 - £19,000
Qualified
£50,000
Supervisor
£91,000+
“I GAINED
INVALUABLE
SKILLS AND
EXPERIENCE
DURING MY WORK
PLACEMENT AT
ROBIN HOOD
AIRPORT.”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/travel
Courses we offer :
Aviation
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Did you know that one in twelve jobs in the UK are
currently directly or indirectly supported by tourism?
Why would you not want to be part of this vibrant and
growing industry? Britain’s tourism “brand” is ranked
5th in the world with experts praising our rich, historic
buildings and monuments while recognising the
country’s vibrant city life.
Doncaster holds many historic buildings and has an excellent air, road,
rail and water network. The council are investing in regeneration, which
is expected to grow the industry of tourism in Doncaster even further,
centering this growth around development of links to and around the
airport. Our courses prepare you to be successful in the travel industry and
our experienced tutors can provide you with realistic views and insights
into how the industry works.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Travel & Tourism: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Travel & Tourism: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Travel & Tourism: Level 3 // Two Years // The Hub
“WE GOT THE CHANCE TO
EXPERIENCE DISNEYLAND AND
PARIS AT CHRISTMAS!”
I want to be a TRAVEL AGENT
Starting Salary
£13,000
Experienced
£15,000 - £25,000
Senior
£30,000+
Thomas Hogg &
Libbie Parker
Travel & Tourism Level 2
www.don.ac.uk/courses/travel
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Aviation
Are you a creative and self motivated individual?
Do you love drawing, imagining and creating? Do
you enjoy the inspiration of other peoples work and
your environment, and responding to art you see in
galleries? Do you wish to explore your own talent and
find out your personal creative abilities?
Our courses will give you a fantastic grounding in a variety of disciplines
and media to help you pursue and develop your own creative practice.
Developing you into a confident, well equipped artist, illustrator, designer
or craft person.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Art, Design & Media: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Art & Design: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Art & Design: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Art & Design: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
• Pre Degree Foundation Diploma in Art, Design & Media: Level 3 & 4 // One Year // The Hub
Doncaster College is an approved centre
for the University of the Arts London
Awarding Body.
I want to be an ART GALLERY CURATOR
Assistant Curator
£18,000 - £25,000
Curator
£25,000 - £35,000
Senior Curator
£40,000+
“THE PART I ENJOYED MOST
WAS THE 3D SCULPTURES WE
MADE FOR OUR FINAL PROJECT.
IT GAVE ME A CHANCE TO
EXPRESS MY IDEAS.”
Elizabeth Gitsham
Art, Design & Media Level 1
www.don.ac.uk/courses/art
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Graphic design is everywhere; the magazines you read,
your favourite ads, the websites of the coolest fashion
brands, the flyers promoting the club you go to, the
promotional items for your sports team. Welcome to
the exciting world of graphic design.
Interested? Then our graphics courses could be just for you. You will be
introduced to the skills needed to become a Graphic Designer, working on
a range of creative graphic projects, additionally having the opportunity
to work on live briefs for local and national companies and organisations.
A core of research, typographic, visualisation and digital skills will support
everything you create.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Art & Design (Creative Graphics & Media): Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Art & Design (Creative Graphics & Media): Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
Doncaster College is an approved centre
for the University of the Arts London
Awarding Body.
I want to be a GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Junior Designer
£14,000 - £17,000
Middleweight Designer
£18,000 - £30,000
Senior Designer
£32,000 - £50,000+
“MY DESIGN IS
NOW DISPLAYED
IN THE HEART
OF THE TOWN
CENTRE!”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/media
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Aviation
In 2014/15 we...
• Visited Berlin, Bradford Media Museum and Sheffield museums.
• Had 100% of our students progress to university or into employment
• Visited the exhibitions of Mario Testino and Vivian Maier
• Interviewed Pulitzer Prize winner
• Exhibited and published student work
• Worked with a variety of companies including Attract Graphic Design
Agency, Maya, Troy Ultimate Health, Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery,
Doncaster Belles and The British Taekwondo Association
•Established a direct link to London universities through UAL with
excellent feedback on quality of work produced.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Art & Design (Photography): Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Art & Design (Photography): Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Art & Design (Photography): Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
Photo credit
Lauren Mynett
Doncaster College is an approved centre
for the University of the Arts London
Awarding Body.
I want to be a PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER
Starting Salary
£12,000 - £17,000
Experienced
£18,000 - £50,000+
Emma Paduch
Photography
“THIS COURSE HAS BEEN AMAZING, IT’S HELPED
ME TO GROW INTO THE PERSON I AM TODAY
AND I COULDN’T ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE. SO
GRATEFUL, BIG THANKS TO MY TUTORS!”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/art
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Aviation
Want to work with clients to help them realise their
ideas? Are you good at working to deadlines? Do
you fancy working in one of the most rewarding and
creative industries out there?
Our courses are designed to give you an insight into key specialist areas
of the creative media industry engaging you in industry expectations
relevant to a variety of job roles. Experience and experiment with the
creative interactive digital world where photography, graphics, film, sound,
animation and web design are worked together to generate exciting visual
outcomes. Using a range of industry hardware and latest software to
develop your projects, you will create work that is interesting and dynamic
in today’s art media world.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Creative Media Production: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Creative Media Production: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Games Development: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Games Development: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
•Interactive Media: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
•Interactive Media: Level 3 (Extended) Two Years // The Hub
•Film & Television: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
•Film & Television: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
“WHAT I MAINLY LOVED
ABOUT THE COURSE IS HOW
WE WERE COVERING SO
MANY AREAS TO DO WITH
THE INDUSTRY AND HOW THE
TUTORS HAVE EXPERTISE IN
ALL THESE AREAS.”
Kain Hird
Interactive Media Level 3
www.don.ac.uk/courses/media
I want to be a GAMES DEVELOPER
Starting Salary
£25,000
Experienced
£30,000 - £50,000+
Doncaster College is an approved centre
for the University of the Arts London
Awarding Body.
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Aviation
Always dreamed of working in the fashion industry?
By combining your creative talents with the skills
you’ll pick up studying on our courses, your dream
could soon become a reality.
95% of our students progressed onto universities across the country
including progression onto the BA (Hons) Fashion and Textile Design
course at University Centre Doncaster.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Fashion: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Fashion: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Fashion: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
Doncaster College is an approved centre
for the University of the Arts London
Awarding Body.
I want to be a FASHION DESIGNER
Starting Salary
£18,000 - £22,000
Experienced
£25,000 - £40,000
Senior
£60,000+
“I’VE TAILORED
WITH THE BEST
OF BRITISH ON
SAVILE ROW!”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/fashion
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Aviation
What does business mean to you? Business has
many strands including enterprise, administration,
secretarial, supervision, marketing, human resources,
finance and many more. We are surrounded by
thriving businesses in our everyday life and the skills
you will learn means you could be a big part of a
successful, fast paced business.
We have a team of staff that have all worked in successful businesses in
the retail, cosmetic, fashion and administration world. This experience
coupled with your motivation and enthusiasm, will set you up for an
exciting career in any business or prepare you for starting one of your own.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Business Administration: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Pathway to Administration Employment: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Business: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Business Administration: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a BUSINESS ADVISOR
Starting Salary
£20,000
Experienced
£35,000+
“WE CREATED A
NEW PRODUCT
AND PITCHED IT TO
A PANEL; IT WAS
LIKE BEING ON
DRAGON’S DEN!”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/business
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Do you enjoy working with children? Do you have lots
of energy? Are you good at listening? Are you patient?
Childcare is often demanding, but it is very rewarding. It requires a range
of personal qualities such as an enthusiasm for working with children, an
interest in their development and welfare, creativity and imagination.
You will need a sense of humour and good communication and
interpersonal skills. If you have these qualities and want to do something
worthwhile, then a childcare career is the one for you.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Caring for Children: Entry Level // One Year // The Hub
• Caring for Children: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• An Introduction to Early Years Education & Care: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Early Years Educator: Level 3 // Two Years // The Hub
• Support Teaching and Learning: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHING ASSISTANT
Starting Salary
£12,000
Experienced
£18,500
Higher Level
£28,000+
“I GOT THE CHANCE TO BE
INTERVIEWED BY AN OVERSEAS
EMPLOYMENT AGENCY. I HAVE
NOW SECURED EMPLOYMENT
TO WORK AS A NURSERY
PRACTITIONER IN FRANCE.”
Rebecca Glover
CYPW Childcare Level 3
www.don.ac.uk/courses/childcare
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These courses will give you the skills required to tackle
most jobs in the diverse world of IT work and prepare
you for a great future.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Information & Creative Technology: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Information Technology: Level 3 (Subsidiary) // One Year // The Hub
• Information Technology: Level 3 (90 Credit Diploma) // One Year // The Hub
• Information Technology: Level 3 (Extended) // One Year // The Hub
• ICT (Systems & Principles): Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• ICT (Professional Competence): Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
“AT COLLEGE I’VE MADE A
LOT OF NEW FRIENDS AND
LEARNED THINGS ABOUT
COMPUTERS I COULDN’T LEARN
IN SCHOOL.”
I want to be a SYSTEMS ANALYST
Starting Salary
£20,000 - £45,000
Experienced
£60,000+
Robert Freeman
ICT Professional Competence
www.don.ac.uk/courses/computing
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Considering becoming a skilled tradesman? Then
a course in Construction could be the one for you.
Embarking on this path will allow you achieve some of
the best hand skills in the industry.
You will be taught by a fully qualified and experienced team of staff as
well as developing a mixture of practical, theory and Functional Skills
which will allow you to gain the qualifications you need to progress
through further levels, into employment or higher education. Courses
offered support your progress toward becoming a competent independent
learner and improving your employability.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Brickwork: Available at Entry Level 3, L1, L2, L3 // One Year // The Hub
• Carpentry & Joinery: Available at Entry Level 3, L1, L2, L3 // One Year // The Hub
• Construction & Civil Engineering: Available at L3 // One Year // The Hub
• Construction & The Built Environment: Available at L3 // One Year // The Hub
• Highways Maintenance: Available at L1, L2 // One Year // High Melton
• Multi-Skills: Available at Entry Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Painting & Decorating: Available at Entry Level 3, L1, L2, L3 // One Year // The Hub
• Plastering: Available at Entry Level 3, L1, L2, L3 // One Year // The Hub
• Plumbing: Available at L1, L2, L3 // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a BRICKLAYER
Labourer
£15,000
Qualified
£16,000 - £23,000
Experienced
£30,000+
‘TODAY I’M REPRESENTING
ENGLAND IN THE WORLD
SKILLS COMPETITION IN SAO
PAULO, BRAZIL!’
Curtis Baker
Painting & Decorating
www.don.ac.uk/courses/construction
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Do you often wonder how does this electrical motor
or electronic gadget you own, work? Do you wish to
know how electricity makes a motor turn? Do you find
yourself removing the covers to marvel at the range of
components and circuits in electrical items, that have
all been designed to do a function to create a system?
Do you enjoy working logically being able to plan,
design and enjoy problem solving? If so, this pathway
is for you.
Dependent on where you start your journey of discovery, you will quickly
learn the skills of circuit operation, design, recognition of components and
how when combined within an electrical circuit produce the output to
support, drive, manage and create a function to work within a system.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Performing Engineering Operations (Electrical): Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Performing Engineering Operations (Electrical): Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Electro Technical: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Electrical & Electronic Engineering: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Electrical & Electronic Engineering: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
“I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS
COURSE TO ANYONE; IT’S BEEN
SUCH A GOOD EXPERIENCE I’M
COMING BACK FOR HND!”
I want to be an ELECTRONICS ENGINEER
Starting Salary
£21,000 - £25,000
Experienced
£40,000
Senior
£40,000 - £55,000
Chartered
£65,000+
James Wright
Electrical & Electronics Level 3
www.don.ac.uk/courses/engineering
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Want to find employment in one of the most exciting
areas of work? Do you enjoy making, repairing,
designing and problem solving a variety of mechanical
problems? If so, then this is the course for you.
Do the above activities sound exciting and something that you would
enjoy? Then why not think about entering the world of mechanical
engineering. No matter at what level of entry you arrive, there are skills
and knowledge to be gained and vast opportunities to find employment.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Performing Engineering Operations (Mechanical): Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Performing Engineering Operations (Mechanical CNC): Level 2 // One Year //
The Hub
• Engineering: Level 2 // Two Years // The Hub
• Mechanical & Electrical Engineering: Level 2 // Two Years // The Hub
• Mechanical Engineering: Level 3 (Subsidiary) // Two Years // The Hub
• Mechanical Engineering: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Starting Salary
£22,000 - £26,000
Experienced
£30,000 - £50,000
“THIS YEAR, I HAVE FOUND THE
COURSE TO BE INTERESTING;
IT HAS HELPED ME GAIN MORE
KNOWLEDGE IN SUBJECTS
SUCH AS MEASUREMENT
AND INSPECTION, CAD, CNC,
PROJECT AND HYDRAULICS
AND PNEUMATICS.”
Connor Blackwood
Mechanical Engineering Level 3
www.don.ac.uk/courses/engineering
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These courses are aimed at people new to, or already
in the welding and fabrication industry who require
academic qualifications in welding and fabrication.
The course can also form part of the Apprenticeships
framework.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Fabrication & Welding: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Fabrication & Welding: Level 3 // Two Years // The Hub
• Performing Engineering Operations (Welding): Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Performing Engineering Operations (Welding): Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
“THE COURSE HAS HELPED
ME GAIN A BROAD RANGE
OF WELDING SKILLS AND
KNOWLEDGE. I HAVE IMPROVED
MY MATHS AND ENGLISH
AND NOW FEEL I AM IN A
BETTER POSITION TO GAIN
EMPLOYMENT.”
I want to be a WELDER
Starting Salary
£16,000 - £18,000
Experienced
£20,000 - £33,000
Specialist
£40,000+
Edan Moses
Fabrication & Welding Level 1
www.don.ac.uk/courses/engineering
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If you are planning to work towards qualifications
and become employed in the Motor Vehicle industry,
Doncaster College offers a range of Motor Vehicle
programmes.
The courses you will be studying are designed to provide young people
with the skills needed to progress through your Motor Vehicle studies and
achieve your potential.
Our courses provide a blend of learning with time being spent in the
workshop using our up-to-date industry standard equipment and in the
classroom gaining a good understanding of how the modern vehicle
works and has to be maintained. You also have the opportunity to improve
your Maths and English, making progression into employment easier.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Motor Vehicle: Entry Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Vehicle Maintenance: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a MOTOR VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
Starting Salary
£15,000
Experienced
£20,000
Senior
£25,000+
“THE FACILITIES
HERE ARE
FANTASTIC, IT’S
LIKE WORKING
IN A REAL-LIFE
GARAGE!”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/engineering
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Do you have a passion for flowers and plants? Are
you creative and artistic? If you would like a career in
floristry then our courses are for you.
Studying at The Hub campus and working in our floristry shop, ‘Flowers
at the Hub’ you will be able to work with a wide variety of beautiful fresh
flowers direct from Aalsmeer in The Netherlands. You will develop skills to
create designs for weddings and funerals as well as hand tied and floral
arrangements. There are also opportunities to experience work placement
within the industry which can lead to permanent employment. So why not
grow your floristry career whilst making new friends.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Floristry: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Floristry: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Floristry: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
“WE VISITED HARROGATE
FLOWER SHOW WHICH WAS
REALLY GOOD BEING ABLE TO
SEE ALL OF THE DIFFERENT
VARIETIES OF FLOWERS. I
AM LOOKING FORWARD TO
COMPETING THERE NEXT YEAR
WHEN I AM ON LEVEL 2.”
I want to be a FLORIST
Starting Salary
Minimum Wage
£16,000
Salary
£25,000+
Katie Maxwell
Floristry Level 1
www.don.ac.uk/courses/floristry
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The hairdressing industry is in constant demand for
passionate, creative, hard-working stylists and our
courses will give you all of the skills you will need to
succeed. Training takes place in our well-equipped,
modern salons with instruction from our team of
highly skilled, qualified and supportive tutors.
You will be taught through a combination of classroom and salon activities
and will complete written and practical work. You will learn practical
treatments by working on head blocks, before progressing to work on
paying clients in our real-life, working salon.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Hairdressing: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Women’s Hairdressing: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Hairdressing: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
“I THOROUGHLY ENJOYED
THE HAIRDRESSING COURSE!
I COMPETED AT BLACKPOOL
HAIR COMPETITIONS AND WON
TWO FIRST PLACES THANKS
TO THE SUPPORT FROM MY
TUTORS.”
I want to be a HAIRDRESSER
Starting Salary
£14,000 - £20,000
Top Professional
£30,000+
Lindsey Tubbrit
Hairdressing
www.don.ac.uk/courses/hairandbeauty
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The beauty industry is one of the fastest growing in
the UK and is constantly on the lookout for caring,
passionate, hard-working therapists. Our courses will
give you the skills you need to succeed in this fast
paced and ever changing industry.
Training takes place in our well-equipped, modern salons, with instruction
from our team of highly skilled, qualified and supportive tutors. You will
be taught through a combination of classroom and salon activities and will
complete written and practical work.
You will learn practical treatments by working on your colleagues, before
progressing to work on paying clients in our real-life, working salon.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Beauty Therapy: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Beauty Therapy: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Beauty Therapy Techniques: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Complementary Therapies: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Make-up Artistry: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a BEAUTY THERAPIST
Starting Salary
£12,000 - £17,000
Salon Manager
£20,000+
“IT WAS SUCH A GREAT
COURSE. IT GAVE ME
CONFIDENCE IN MY ABILITY
AS A THERAPIST AND
ENABLED ME TO PROGRESS
INTO A CAREER THAT 3
YEARS AGO I WOULD NEVER
HAVE THOUGHT POSSIBLE.”
Gabrielle Briggs
Beauty Therapy
www.don.ac.uk/courses/hairandbeauty
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Gain an enormous sense of personal achievement by
making a positive difference to people’s lives with a
career in Health and Social Care, offering long term
employment prospects, with great opportunities for
promotion and progression.
Our highly trained lecturers will share their clinical and health care
expertise to support you to gain the knowledge and skills to achieve your
career aspirations. You will also gain essential employment skills through
work placement, established through our excellent employer links.
Our exceptional facilities include a ‘two bedded ward’ that allows us to
simulate the situations you will face in practice.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Health & Social Care: Entry Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Health & Social Care: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Health & Social Care: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Health & Social Care: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Health & Social Care: Level 3 Diploma Top Up // One Year // The Hub
• Health & Social Care: Level 3 Extended Diploma // Two Years // The Hub
I want to be a HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
Starting Salary
£12,000 - £16,000
Experienced
£28,000+
“I HAD A BRILLIANT
PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE
AND AM NOW WORKING
FOR THEM PART-TIME”
Rebecca Hill
Health and Social Care
www.don.ac.uk/courses/healthandsocialcare
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The hospitality industry in the UK employs 1.7 million
people, about 6% of the total working population.
Types of business that make up the industry are
hotels, restaurants, pubs, bed and breakfast providers,
contract catering, military, health care, education and
many more worldwide.
The industry supports young people to gain a career and move up the
ladder very quickly. The hours can be long but the rewards are inspiring,
motivating and above all can be lots of fun. Most people think of chefs,
waitresses and bar work, yet there are so many more careers waiting
for you to have a go at and find your place in one of the most exciting
industries. We hold an AA Rosette for our Waterfront Restaurant and gold
accreditation from the Hospitality Guild.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Hospitality & Catering: Entry Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Food & Drink Service: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Food & Drink Service: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Hospitality: Level 3 // Two Years // The Hub
• Hospitality, Supervision & Leadership: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a RESTAURANT MANAGER
Casual Dining
£18,000 - £30,000
Fine Dining
£20,000 - £40,000
Experienced
£60,000+
‘THE RESTAURANT HELPS
WITH TRAINING YOU UP
FOR THE INDUSTRY, IT
CAN ALSO HELP GIVE YOU
EXPERIENCES WHICH WILL
SUPPORT YOU TO COMPLETE
ASSIGNMENTS EASIER.’
Reece Askin
Hospitality
www.don.ac.uk/courses/hospitality
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Where better to start your culinary journey than as a
Chef at Doncaster College’s award winning AA Rosette
and Gold Hospitality Guild awarded Waterfront
Restaurant. You will experience many different
cooking styles and techniques, whether it is supplying
dishes to the restaurant, developing classic basic skills
or modern cutting edge techniques.
These skills will allow you to discover what type of chef you are. You
will be able to practice your skills, develop flavours and improve your
techniques to the highest level before entering the exciting industry of
catering. To be successful in this career you need to have passion, be hard
working and have a great attitude to work.
COURSES WE OFFER
‘BEING ABLE TO COMPETE IN
TWO MAJOR COMPETITIONS
THIS YEAR WAS HARD WORK,
BUT I LOVED THE EXPERIENCE
AND BEING GIVEN THE
OPPORTUNITY. ZEST QUEST
ASIA COMPETITION WAS
BRILLIANT!’
• Preparation & Cookery: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Introduction to Culinary Skills: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Professional Cookery Introduction: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Professional Cookery: Level 2 (Diploma) // One Year // The Hub
• Professional Cookery: Level 2 (NVQ) // One Year // The Hub
• Professional Cookery: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Professional Cookery: Level 3 (For students aged 16-18) // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a CHEF
Commis
£13,000
Chefs de Partie
£16,000
Sous Chef
£22,000
Head Chef
£30,000
Executive
£40,000+
Brandon Kingswood
Professional Cookery
www.don.ac.uk/courses/cookery
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Music plays a large part in our lives. Whether you are
a musician or more of an appreciator of all things
musical, we all come in to contact with it each and
every day. If you fancy a career within this vibrant
industry then our courses will help to set you on your
way to achieving your dreams.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Music: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Music Practice: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Music Practice: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
• Music Technology: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Music Technology: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
I want to be a MUSIC PROMOTIONS MANAGER
Starting Salary
£12,000 - £16,000
Experienced
£25,000
Well-known Promoter
£60,000+
“I HAVE
PRODUCED
TRACKS FOR MY
OWN ALBUM!”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/music
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Always fancied a life on the stage, treading the
boards perhaps? Whether you’re an aspiring actor, a
sensational singer or a budding musician, we have a
course to suit you.
Our courses will help to develop and enhance your original talent in
addition to teaching you a variety of new techniques to help fine tune
your performance.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Performing & Production Arts: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Performing Arts Acting: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Performing Arts Acting: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
• Performing Arts Musical Theatre: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Performing Arts Musical Theatre: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
Doncaster College is an approved centre
for the University of the Arts London
Awarding Body.
I want to be an ACTOR
Starting Salary
Variable
Experienced
Variable
“I STARRED
IN A DISNEY
PRODUCTION AT
THE COLLEGE’S
OWN THEATRE!”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/performing
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Fancy a bit of ‘Diversity’? From urban dance to the
graceful art of ballet, these courses give you the
chance to explore your own choreographic platform
and shine in performance.
Build a variety of dance skills and collect a few others on the way to
help you achieve your dreams whether you set your sights on being a
professional dancer, teacher or performing artist, this course will give you
the opportunity to divulge in your dance dreams.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Performing Arts Dance: Level 3 // One Year // The Hub
• Performing Arts Dance: Level 3 (Extended) // Two Years // The Hub
Doncaster College is an approved centre
for the University of the Arts London
Awarding Body.
I want to be a DANCER
Starting Salary
Variable
Experienced
Variable
“TODAY I
DANCED ON
A WEST END
STAGE!”
www.don.ac.uk/courses/dance
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A career within uniformed public services can be truly
satisfying. You will work with various people within a
broad range of environments.
Our study programmes combine classroom based study with physical
training, fitness testing, sport, outdoor adventurous and water based
activities enabling you to become self disciplined, well organised and
highly motivated. You will have access to a range of on-site sports facilities
including a sports hall, fitness suite and grass pitches.
An exciting schedule of outdoor activities awaits promoting the
development of essential skills and qualities needed to pursue demanding
but highly rewarding careers in uniformed public service.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Public Services: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Public Services: Level 2 (Diploma) // One Year // The Hub
• Public Services: Level 2 (NCFE) // One Year // The Hub
• Public Services: Level 3 (Top Up) // One Year // The Hub
• Public Services: Level 3 (Subsidiary) // One Year // The Hub
• Public Services: Level 3 (90 Credit) // One Year // The Hub
• Public Services: Level 3 (90 Credit Top Up) // One Year // The Hub
I want to be a POLICE OFFICER
Starting Salary
£19,000 - £22,000
Sergeant
£36,500 - £41,000
Inspector
£50,000+
“I HAVE REALLY ENJOYED MY
TIME ON THE PUBLIC SERVICES
COURSE; I GOT THE CHANCE
TO GO ON A SKIING TRIP!”
Faith Coultas
Level 2 Public Services
www.don.ac.uk/courses/publicservices
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Our courses will give you the skills, knowledge and
experience needed to help you succeed with physical
activity and exercise. At the forefront of the course
is the prevention and management of many medical
conditions, as there is an increasing demand for
qualified exercise professionals.
You will have access to a range of on-site sports facilities including the
sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, fitness assessment room, sports
massage suite and grass pitches.
COURSES WE OFFER
• Sport: Level 1 // One Year // The Hub
• Sport: Level 2 // One Year // The Hub
• Sport & Exercise Science: Level 3 (Subsidiary) // One Year // The Hub
• Sport & Exercise Science: Level 3 (Top Up) // One Year // The Hub
• Sport & Exercise Science: Level 3 (90 Credit) // One Year // The Hub
• Sport & Exercise Science: Level 3 (90 Credit Top Up) // One Year // The Hub
Find out more about extra opportunities
that may be available to you through our
Academy of Sport.
www.don.ac.uk/academyofsport
I want to be a FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
Starting Salary
£13,000
“I HAVE RUN MY OWN SPORTS
MASSAGE BUSINESS WITH THE
REST OF THE CLASS, OPENING
A SPORTS MASSAGE CLINIC.
THIS HAS HELPED ME GAIN
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS I MAY NOT
HAVE GOT SOMEWHERE ELSE.”
Experienced
£20,000+
Lauren Sykes
Sport and Exercise Science
Doncaster College and University Centre
Academy of Sport
www.don.ac.uk/courses/sports
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STUDENT SERVICES
Student Services are at the heart
of the College, you’ll find them
located just off the atrium at The
Hub. If you have any questions or
are not sure where to go they can
guide and help you to find the
right advice.
CAREERS INFORMATION, ADVICE
AND GUIDANCE
Your time at College is about
exploring your passions and
working towards a future that
you really want. Our Careers
Team is on hand to help you
identify your personal strengths
and assist you to make realistic
choices.
We know that it can be daunting
to think about your future career,
but our team will always give you
time to discuss your ideas and
help you if you’re not sure which
route to take.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Unsure about what financial
support is available and if you are
eligible? A dedicated and skilled
team at the College provides
information and guidance on
the financial support available to
students. For eligibility criteria
and further information on the
types of funding available please
contact the team or refer to the
College website: www.don.ac.uk/
welfare/finance.
HEALTHY COLLEGE
Being healthy is much more than
simply eating well or remaining
active. Doncaster College
provides a wide range of healthy
options for you while studying
with us. The Be Well Centre is
available for all students and
located on level 5.
You may also be entitled to a free
meal at lunchtime, for further
information go to www.don.
ac.uk/welfare/finance.
ANTI BULLYING
Bullying in any shape or form
will never be tolerated in College.
You can report it via the student
website. Get support through
the Counselling Team, Pastoral
Support Workers or the Student
Union.
COUNSELLING SERVICE
Counselling is available to
all members of the College
community. Appointments
are offered daily at The Hub,
University Centre Doncaster
and Northern Racing College.
Counselling involves talking and
listening; many students find
that speaking to a Counsellor
about difficult things can be
less awkward than speaking
about them to friends and family
members.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
We want you to feel safe at
the College and we expect all
students to behave sensibly and
in line with College policy. We
have a specialist Security Team
and video system in place for
your security. All staff, students
and visitors are expected to wear
identifiable badges.
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SAFEGUARDING
The College is committed to
keeping you safe and well and
supporting you to understand
how to keep you safe through
inductions and the College
events.
1. Very strong links with the Police
2.Link Police Officer from the
Safer Neighbourhood Team
3.All staff trained to safeguard
students
4.All staff, students and visitors
wear identity badges
5.College emails and social
networking sites centrally
monitored
6.Zero tolerance to bullying and
harassment
7.College Security Guards
8.A trained Cross College
Designated Safeguarding Team available at all times
9.Student homepage with CEOP
and Push the Button referral
process.
For more information visit: www.
don.ac.uk/about/safeguarding
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
When you come to Doncaster
College, you’ll find a welcoming
environment. We treat everyone
with the same respect, whatever
your background, ethnicity, age,
gender, identity, race, disability,
sexuality, religion and belief or
no religion and belief, marriage
and civil partnership, maternity
and pregnancy or gender
reassignment.
PASTORAL SUPPORT
The Pastoral Support Workers
are part of a team that are here
to support and listen to you
and ensure you can successfully
complete your programme.
They can help when particular
difficulties are preventing you
from performing at your best.
You can have either one-to-one
discussions or contact by phone
for a chat.
CHAPLAINCY AND MULTI-FAITH
We run a multi-faith chaplaincy
service, which is supported by
a number of faith groups in
Doncaster. The service caters for
the spiritual needs of the whole
College community.
ADDITIONAL LEARNING SUPPORT
(ALS)
Here at Doncaster College
we want to make sure all
our students have the same
opportunities to be successful.
We know that some students
need support to get the most out
of their time at College and we
have a team of trained staff to
help you.
You can use the multi-faith room
at The Hub or High Melton, no
matter what your faith or if you
have no faith. It’s a place for you
to go to pray, or just sit quietly
with your thoughts. Chaplains
will lead prayers at specific times,
which you can find out through
our student website.
The team can provide a wide
range of support for students
with additional learning needs.
Including but not exclusively,
mobility, sensory impairments,
and specific learning difficulties
– Dyslexia, Dyspraxia. Medical
conditions – eg. Diabetes,
Epilepsy. General learning
difficulties, personal assistance/
personal care, hidden disabilities
– ADHD, Asperger’s Syndrome,
Autistic Spectrum Disorders,
mental health, social, emotional
and behavioural difficulties.
Further information about the
additional learning support that
is available during your time at
College can be found on our
website www.don.ac.uk/welfare/
als
LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN AND
CARE LEAVERS
At Doncaster College we
recognise that sometimes young
people with experiences of being
in care want or need a little extra
support. We are committed
to ensuring our looked after
young people and care leavers
receive the best opportunities to
succeed. We have a dedicated
team of professionals who can
help you make the transition
to College and help you with
housing or money worries.
You can access the service
yourself or by asking your worker
e.g. Social Worker, Leaving Care
Worker or Housing Worker to
make contact.
CHILDCARE
Waterbabies Nursery aims
to provide a safe stimulating
environment in a caring
atmosphere, to help promote
children’s holistic development.
• Waterbabies Nursery is
registered and inspected by
Ofsted
• Offers 50 nursery places
• Baby room age is from 6
months to 2 years
• Free flow toddler room age is
from 2 to 5 years
• All staff are qualified to at
least Level 3 in Childcare
• All staff have regular DBS
checks done and attend regular safeguarding training
• All staff hold a current First
Aid / Food Hygiene Certificate
• Staff undergo continual
professional development
training
• Encourage and promote
equality, diversity and inclusion
• Have an open door policy for
parents/carers.
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English and Maths
play an essential part
of our studies, work
and everyday life. As
a compulsory part of
your study programme
you will work towards
achieving an A*-C grade
in both English and
Maths.
If you have a grade D or E in English
or Maths, then you will be enrolled
onto a GCSE programme. If this
is not the case, then you will be
enrolled onto Functional Skills for
your English and/or Maths.
BUT I’VE ALREADY GOT A GCSE IN
ENGLISH AND MATHS
If you’ve already achieved a grade
A*- C in English and Maths you
will continue to build on these
subjects through your vocational
programme. We want to make sure
that all students have the chance
to enhance the skills needed to
succeed in everyday life, education
and in the workplace.
DEVELOPING ESSENTIAL SKILLS
REQUIRED FOR WORK
• English and Maths is a priority for every learner at Doncaster College.
• If you are hoping to progress
on to higher education
(university) then you will need
your GCSE English and Maths
• Employers are increasingly looking for applicants with good skills in both English and Maths when recruiting.
GET IN TOUCH
If you have questions about
studying English and Maths at
Doncaster College please contact
our helpful team on 01302 553751
or email [email protected]
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Applying for a place on your course at College might seem a bit daunting but
there is no need worry. Our Enquiry Team is here to help and support you, if
you have any questions or want to chat anything through just ask.
MAKE YOUR
APPLICATION
INITIAL
ASSESSMENT
INTERVIEW
DIAGNOSTIC
ASSESSMENT
MAKE YOUR APPLICATION
When you’ve chosen your
course, it’s time to apply; either
request an application form or
apply online at www.don.ac.uk
We accept applications for
courses throughout the year.
However, popular courses tend
to fill up quickly so the earlier
you apply the better.
Please remember to include
your current mobile number
and e-mail address on your
application as we use these to
contact you about appointments
and interviews.
YOUR INITIAL ASSESSMENT
You’ll need certain qualifications
for most of our courses, check
the course details to find out if
you’re eligible. Once we have
your application form, we will
invite you into College so we can
assess your Maths and English
skills.
Completed application forms
need to be returned to us by
either calling into the Reception
at The Hub or posting the
form to the following Freepost
address:
Centralised Admissions Team
Doncaster College
FREEPOST RRB CXT2 ZTRE
Chappell Drive
Doncaster
DN1 2RF
This isn’t anything to worry
about; the assessment helps us
to make sure you are on the right
course.
MEET THE TUTORS
After your initial assessment
you’ll be invited into College to
have an interview and meet your
course tutor, before offering
you a place. You will also be
invited to attend a diagnostic
assessment which will help your
tutor devise your individual
learning plan. We will be in touch
to arrange your interview once
you have completed your initial
assessment.
If you need any advice, help
or support come and see us at
Student Services in The Hub. Our
opening times are:
Monday - 8.30am to 5.20pm
Tuesday to Thursday - 8.30am to
6.00pm
Friday - 8.30am to 4.00pm
N.B. If you are over 19 you may
be charged course fees however
fee remission may be available.
The Enquiry Team can provide
more advice regarding this on
Freephone 0800 358 7575.
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Qualifications gained/studying for
ENTRY LEVEL 3
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
ADVANCED
LEVEL 4-8
HIGHER EDUCATION
No qualifications
Qualification you will achieve
Certificate // Award // Diploma
GCSEs grade E-G //
Entry Level Certificate,
Award or Diploma
Certificate // Award // Diploma
GCSEs grade D // Level
1 Certificate, Award or
Diploma // NVQ Level 1
// Foundation Certificate
// Introductory Diploma
Certificate // Extended Certificate
// Diploma
GCSEs grade A*-C //
NVQ Level 2 // BTEC
First Diploma // New
Diploma Level 2
Extended Diploma // Diploma // New
Diploma // Subsidiary Diploma //
Certificate // AS/A2 Qualification
Extended Diploma //
Diploma // Subsidiary
Diploma // Certificate //
AS/A2 Qualification(s)
// BTEC National Award,
certificate, Award // New
Diploma at Level 3
Foundation Degree // Bachelors
Degree // Master Degree //
Professional Study // Doctorate
ADDITIONAL LEARNING SUPPORT
T: 01302 553639 // 07974 205798
E: [email protected]
LEARNING ZONE
T: 01302 553751 // 01302 553852
E: [email protected]
APPRENTICESHIPS
T: 01302 553913
E: [email protected]
STUDENT SERVICES
T: 0800 358 7575
E: [email protected]
CAREERS
T: 01302 558231 // 558230
E: [email protected]
STUDENT UNION
T: 01302 553552
E: [email protected]
COUNSELLING
T: 01302 553741
E: [email protected]
WATERBABIES NURSERY
T: 01302 553719
E: [email protected]
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
T: 01302 553760
E: [email protected]
INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
T: 01302 553592 // 01302 553785
E: [email protected]
•Access to Higher Education
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•Acting87
•Air Cabin Crew41
•An Introduction to Early59
Years Education & Care
•Animal Care37
•Animal Management37
•Apprenticeships21
•Art & Design47
•Art, Design & Media47
•Assessing Vocational33
Achievement
•Aviation43
•Beauty Therapy77
•Beauty Therapy Techniques77
•Brickwork63
•Business57
•Business Administration57
•Caring for Children59
•Carpentry & Joinery63
•Complementary Therapies77
•Construction & Civil63
Engineering
•Construction & The Built63
Environment
•Creative Graphics & Media49
•Creative Media Production53
•Dance89
•Early Years Educator59
•Education & Training33
•Electrical & Electronic65
Engineering
•Electro Technical65
•Engineering67
•Equine Management39
•Fabrication & Welding69
•Fashion55
•Film & Television53
•Floristry73
•Food & Drink Service81
•Games Development53
•Hairdressing75
•Health & Social Care79
•Highways Maintenance63
•Horse Care39
•Hospitality & Catering81
•Hospitality81
•Hospitality, Supervision &81
Leadership
•ICT
61
•Information & Creative
61
Technology
•Information Technology61
•Interactive Media53
•Internal Quality Assurance33
•Introduction to Culinary Skills83
•Introduction to Trainer Skills33
•Life Skills25
•Make-Up Artistry77
•Mechanical & Electrical 67
Engineering
•Mechanical Engineering67
•Motor Vehicle71
•Multi Skills63
•Music85
DISCLAIMER
All details were correct at the time of going to print (August 2015).
Please note, some courses may not run if there is not sufficient interest,
please check the website for more details - www.don.ac.uk.
•Music Practice85
•Music Technology85
•Musical Theatre87
•Painting & Decorating63
•Pathway to Administration
57
Employment
•Performing & Production Arts87
•Performing Engineering
65
Operations (Electrical)
•Performing Engineering
67
Operations (Mechanical)
•Performing Engineering 69
Operations (Welding)
•Photography51
•Plastering63
•Plumbing63
•Positive Choices
25
•Pre Degree Foundation47
in Art, Design & Media
•Preparation & Cookery83
•Preparing to Work in Adult
79
Social Care
•Professional Cookery83
•Professional Cookery83
Introduction
•Public Services91
•Sport & Exercise Science93
•Sport93
•Stepping Up to Access29
•Support Teaching & Learning59
•Travel & Tourism45
•Vehicle Maintenance71
•Women’s Hairdressing75
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Open Days 2015/16
Saturday 17th October 2015 // Saturday 21st
November 2015 // Saturday 25th June 2016
All dates 10:00am - 2:00pm
Visit www.don.ac.uk/uc or call us on 0800 358 7474
High Melton campus, Doncaster DN5 7SZ
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OUR NEXT OPEN EVENTS
12th November 2015 // 27th January 2016
21st April 2016 // 18th June 2016
The Hub
Chappell Drive
Doncaster
DN1 2RF
Tel: 01302 553553 / 0800 358 7575
www.don.ac.uk