Careers
At Southwark College we know how important it is to learn in a realistic environment as early as possible in your career. In conjunction with outstanding teaching we will help you develop the skills and confidence you need to start your successful career.
We have a great range of new training facilities that provide real work environments for students to train for qualifications in hospitality and catering,floristry,sports, hair dressing, beauty therapy, construction and much more. To help you we have grouped together a list of courses linked with careers.
Art & Design
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Are you a budding designer or artist? Would you like to work in Graphics, Advertising, Media, Art or other creative industries? If so, then Southwark College will support you to develop the skills and experiences you need to forge a successful career in the creative or cultural industries. Many of our experienced tutors are practicing professionals in the industry and are well known in their field. They will work closely with you to ensure that you are able to achieve your full creative potential.
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What can I be?
- Advertiser
- Animator
- Artist
- Fashion/Clothing Designer
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- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
- Interior Designer
- Photographer
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- Sculptor
- Product Designer
- Technical Illustrator
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications and I'm over 19, but I really want to study Art and Design |
Art and Design BTEC Level 3
Foundation Diploma |
Employment
Further training
University |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
Art and Design BTEC Level 1 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Art and Design BTEC Level 2 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Art and Design BTEC
Level 3 Diploma
Art and Design BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Business & Commerce
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Are you interested in developing a career in the exciting and challenging world of business and commerce? If so, then Southwark College can help to kick start your career. Whether you are interested in running your own business, working in sales, becoming a HR Manager, working in administration or managing other people, then we can provide you with the skills you will need to become successful.
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What can I be?
- Accountant
- Administrator
- Business Analyst
- Civil Service Officer
- Company Director
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- Entrepreneur
- Human Resource Manager/ Personnel Officer
- Management Consultant
- Payroll Clerk/ Supervisor
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- Personal Assistant (PA)
- Retail Manager
- Shopkeeper
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Business |
ESOL with Business and Office Skills |
Employment
Further training
Level 1 or 2 course |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
Business and Administration
Level 1 Certificate |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Business BTEC Level 2 Diploma
Apprenticeship in Business and
Administration/Customer Service/Retail
Services/Accounting-Payroll,
NVQ Level 2 Business & Administration/
Retail/Customer Service |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Business BTEC Level 3 Diploma,
Business BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma,
Business, Administration and Finance
Advanced Diploma, Advanced Apprenticeship
in Business and Administration/Customer
Service/Retail Services/Accounting-Payroll,
NVQ Level 3 Business & Administration/
Retail/Customer Service |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Childcare
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Are you interested in working with children in a care or learning and development environment, then Southwark College could help you to develop the skills you need to succeed in this rewarding industry. Our experienced lecturing staff will work closely with you throughout your course. On some courses you will even have the opportunity to attend a work placement that will give you the chance to gain real life experience of the sector.
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What can I be?
- Childminder
- Education Officer
- Learning Mentor
- Nursery School Teacher
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- Nursery Worker
- Play Worker
- School Teacher
- School Lunchtime Supervisor
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- Teaching Assistant
- Social Care Worker
- Youth and Community Worker
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Childcare |
ESOL with Childcare |
Employment
Further training
Level 1 or 2 course |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
Caring for Children BTEC
Level 1 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 1 or 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Children's Care Learning and Development
BTEC Level 2 Diploma, Apprenticeship in
Children's Care Learning and Development
NVQ Level 2 in Childcare/Health & Social
Care/Playwork |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Children's Care Learning and Development
BTEC Level 3 Diploma
Advanced Apprenticeship in Children's
Care Learning and Development
NVQ Level 3 in Childcare/ Health &
Social Care/ Playwork |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Construction
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In response to local and regional demand, we are about to launch brand new construction facilities. Why not be amongst the first to take advantage of this exciting new opportunity on your doorstep? Our brand new construction facilities will be staffed by industry experts who will provide you with all the support you need in order to start a career in this growing industry.
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Courses include:
- Construction Multi-skills
- Carpentry and Joinery
- Bricklaying
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- Plastering
- Facilities Maintenance
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- Facilities Management
- Refurbishment
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Most of these courses will start in September 2011 and some are run through Apprenticeships on a part-time basis. Please call 0207 815 1600 and speak to a member of our Customer Service team for more information.
We can offer Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships in most construction trades and can even help you to find a work placement if you are interested in an Apprenticeship but are not yet in employment.
We also offer NVQs in the work place for experienced crafts people who are already in employment. Please call our Information Line on 0207 815 1600 for more information about our latest vacancies. |
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Engineering
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If you are interested in developing a long-lasting career in a practical and innovative sector, then Southwark College can provide you with a range of routes to enter the Engineering or Electronics industry. Successful learners can choose to enter industry at Technician level or could opt for higher level study at University and achieve Chartered Engineer status in their specialised field.
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What can I be?
- Aerospace Engineer
- Audio Visual Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Electrical Engineer
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- Electrical Engineering Technician
- Mechanical Engineer
- Engineering Maintenance Technician
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- Nuclear Engineer
- Satellite Systems Technician
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Engineering |
ICT and Engineering BTEC Entry Certificate |
Employment
Further training
Level 1 course |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
Engineering BTEC Level 1 Certificate |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Engineering (Electronics) BTEC
Level 2 Diploma
Engineering BTEC Level 2 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Engineering (Electronics) BTEC Level 3
Diploma/Extended Diploma
Engineering BTEC Level 3 Diploma/
Extended Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Floristry
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If you like being creative and have green fingers, why not join the award winning Floristry team at Southwark College? Whether you are interested in learning a new skill as a hobby or are already a practising florist in employment, then we have a course that will suit you. All our staff are experienced professionals who have worked in the industry for many years. Our students regularly win awards at competitions, including the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show and have recently been asked to arrange the flowers at The Shard as well as the national Re-Fresh award and a Radio Times event held at Claridges. You will be joining a close-knit and supportive team who can help you to successfully achieve your creative ambitions.
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What can I be?
- Floral Designer
- Flower Seller
- Shop Manager
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- Trainee Florist
- Floral Manager
- Florist Supervisor
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- Horticulturalist
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification. No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Floristry. |
Land Based (Floristry) Studies Level 1 |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Floristry Level 2 Diploma (C&G/NPTC)
Apprenticeship in Floristry
NVQ Level 2 Business & Administration/
Customer Service/ Retail |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Floristry Level 3 Diploma (C&G/ NPTC)
Advanced Apprenticeship in Floristry
NVQ Level 3 Business & Administration/
Customer Service/ Retail |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Hair & Beauty
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Would you like to learn in a brand new salon alongside practising industry experts? Then why not enrol on one of exciting Hair and Beauty courses? You will have the opportunity to learn practical skills, work with paying clients and really get to understand the industry.
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What can I be?
- Aromatherapist
- Barber
- Beauty Therapist
- Beauty Consultant
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- Cruise Liner Hairdresser
- Hairdresser
- Hotel, Airline & Airport Therapist
- Makeup Artist
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- Nail Technician
- Salon manager
- Skin care technician
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to study Hair & Beauty |
ESOL with Hair and Beauty
Hair and Beauty BTEC Entry
Level Certificate |
Employment
Further training
Level 1 course |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
NVQ Level 1 Hairdressing
NVQ Level 1 Beauty Therapy |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing
NVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy
Diploma in Beauty Therapy
Award in Nail Technology |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing
NVQ Level 3 Beauty Therapy |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Health & Social Care
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Would you like to make a difference to the lives of other people? A career in the Health and Social Care sector can be one of the most rewarding and will provide you with immense personal and career satisfaction. Choosing a career in Health and Social Care opens a world of opportunities both within the UK and abroad. Many of our courses also provide you with the opportunity to undertake a work placement which ensures that you are able to hit the ground running in your career as soon as you complete your course.
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What can I be?
- Nurse
- Health Promotion/
- Education Specialist
- Health Service Manager
- Healthcare Assistant
- Hospital Play Specialist
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- Learning Disability Nurse
- Play Therapist
- Care Home Manager
- Childminder
- Nursery Manager
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- Social Care Worker
- Social Worker
- Youth and Community Worker
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Health and Social Care |
Access to Nursing
ESOL with Health and Social Care |
University
Level 1 |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
Health and Social Care BTEC Level 1 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Health and Social Care BTEC Level 2 Diploma
Apprenticeship in Health & Social Care/
Childcare, NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care/
Childcare/ Playwork |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Health and Social Care BTEC Level 3/
Extended Diploma
Advanced Apprenticeship in Health & Social
Care/ Childcare, NVQ Level 3 Health & Social
Care/ Childcare/ Playwork |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Hospitality & Catering
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Would you like to be next Jamie Oliver or Gordon Ramsey? Are you passionate about food? If so, then we could help you develop your skills in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You will achieve your qualifications by learning in a realistic working environment and have the opportunity to serve paying customers in our on-site restaurant and bistro-style cafe.
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What can I be?
- Catering/ Restaurant Manager
- Chef
- Fast Food Service Assistant
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- Kitchen Assistant/ Porter
- Kitchen Supervisor/ Manager
- Sommelier/ Wine Waiter
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- Waiter/ Waitress
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Hospitality and Catering |
Hospitality and Catering BTEC Entry Level Certificate |
Employment
Further training
Level 1 course |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
Professional Food and Beverage Level 1
Certificate, Introduction to the Hospitality
Industry Level 1 Award |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Professional Cookery NVQ Level 2
Professional Cookery Level 2 Diploma
Multi Skills in Hospitality and Catering Level 2 |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Professional Cookery NVQ Level 3 |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Information Technology
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Are you thinking about a career in IT, or would you like to gain an understanding of the role computers play within business? Are you interested in developing a higher level of IT skills, or would you like to learn more about maintaining and developing hardware or software? If so, then Southwark College can help! We have a wide range of full and parttime courses that will help you to achieve your potential and kick start an exciting career in IT.
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What can I be?
- Animation Specialist
- Computer Hardware Engineer
- Computer Operator
- Computer Service Technician
- Database Administrator
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- Games Designer
- Internet/Web Professional
- IT Product Developer
- IT Technical Sales Specialist
- Network Manager
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- Software Developer/ Programmer
- Special Effects/ CGI Designer
- Systems Analyst
- Web Designer/ Developer
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Information Technology. |
ICT & Engineering BTEC Entry Level/ Level 1 |
Employment
Further training>br /> Level 1 course |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
ICT BTEC Level 1 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
IT Practitioners BTEC First Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
IT Practitioners (Software) BTEC
National Diploma
IT Practitioners (Systems) BTEC
National Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Music, Media and Performing Arts
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Whether you want to be on stage, on TV or behind the scenes, let a course at Southwark College start you on the road to success! With courses available in music, media and performance and supportive lecturers who will work closely with you throughout your course your future really can start here. We have excellent facilities and experienced lecturers to help you make the most of your potential.
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What can I be?
- Actor
- Agent/ Manager
- Choreographer
- DJ
- Entertainer
- Music
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- Composer
- Music
- Conductor
- Music Industry
- Promotions
- Manager
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- Roadie
- Singer
- Stage Manager
- Theatre Director
- Writer
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification. No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Music, Media and Performing Arts. |
Creative and Media Foundation Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Creative Media Production (Television and Film) BTEC Level 2 Diploma
Music BTEC Level 2 Diploma
Music Technology Level 2 Diploma
Performing Arts (Acting) BTEC
Level 2 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
IT Practitioners BTEC First Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Creative Media Production (Television and Film) BTEC Level 3 Diploma
Music BTEC Level 3 Diploma
Music BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Performing Arts (Performance) BTEC
Level 3 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Science
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If you are interested in studying science-based subjects, but don't want to follow the traditional academic route of AS and A2 Level programmes, then why not study one of Southwark College's exciting Applied Science programmes? Our experienced lecturers will work with you in our newly refurbished, state of the art laboratories and will support you to achieve your ambitions of working in scientific industries.
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What can I be?
- Scientist
- Laboratory Assistant/ Technician
- Medicine/ Dentistry
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- Pharmacy Assistant
- Environmental Scientist
- Forensic Scientist
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- Botanist
- Medical Physicist
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Science. |
Access to Science
Foundation Diploma |
Employment
Further training
University |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
Applied Science BTEC Level 1 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Applied Science BTEC Level 2 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Applied Science BTEC Level 3 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Sport
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At Southwark College we offer a number of courses in this rapidly growing sector. The UK holds many national and international sporting events and, of course, will host the Olympic Games in 2012. Not only that, but physical activity and exercise are increasingly seen as important elements of promoting a healthy lifestyle and there is an increased demand for qualified exercise professional including coaches, fitness instructors and facilities operations assistants.
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What can I be?
- Football professional
- Basketball professional
- Boxing professional
- Sports Professional
- Sports Therapist
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- Sports Development Officer
- Physiotherapist
- Leisure Centre Manager
- Outdoor Activities Instructor
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- Health and Fitness Instructor
- Personal Trainer
- Gym Instructor
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Sport. Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification. |
Sport and Active Leisure BTEC Level 1 Diploma
Sports Recreation NVQ Level 1 |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Sports and Activity Leadership NVQ Level 2
Sport BTEC Level 2 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Sport BTEC Level 3 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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Travel and Tourism
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Whether you want to work abroad or in the UK, Southwark College can start you on the right path to a successful career in Travel and Tourism. Our exciting courses are delivered by experienced lecturers who have worked in the industry and know how to ensure that you have the skills that employers really want. You will learn excellent customer service skills and develop the confidence and knowledge required to succeed.
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What can I be?
- Tour Guide
- Reservations Assistant
- Sales Manager
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- Cabin Crew
- Travel Agency Assistant/ Supervisor
- Resort Manager
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- Retail Manager
- Customer Service Assistant
and much more!
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What qualifications do I have?
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What can I study?
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What can I do next?
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| No qualifications but I really want to start a career in Travel and Tourism |
Travel and Tourism BTEC Entry Certificate |
Employment
Further training
Level 1 course |
| Three GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Level qualification |
Travel and Tourism BTEC Level 1 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 2 course |
| Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 qualification |
Travel and Tourism BTEC Level 2 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Level 3 course |
| Five GCSEs at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification |
Travel and Tourism BTEC Level 3 Diploma |
Employment
Further training
Higher Education/ University |
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