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        UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication

        Fashion, Textiles and Interiors

        T Level Craft and Design: Textiles and Fashion - Starting in September 2025
        UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication

        Illustration and Concept Art

        UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication

        Photography

        UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication

        Visual Arts

        T Level Craft and Design: Textiles and Fashion - Starting in September 2025
        UAL Level 1 Diploma in Art, Design and Media
        UAL Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design
        UAL Level 3 / 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
        UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication
        Business School

        Accounting and Finance

        Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3
        Business and Administration T Level Foundation Year

        Administration and Customer Service

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        Business Level 3
        Professional Support Apprenticeship Level 3

        Business and Enterprise

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        Business Level 3
        Business, Sales and Marketing Level 3

        Human Resources

        HR Support Apprenticeship Level 3

        Management

        Business and Administration T Level Foundation Year
        Business Level 3
        Construction

        Built Environment

        Brickwork Level 1
        Brickwork Level 2
        Construction Multiskills Level 1

        Electrical

        Electrical Installation Apprenticeship Level 3
        Electrical Installations Level 2

        Trowel Trades

        Bricklayer Apprenticeship Level 2
        Brickwork Level 1
        Brickwork Level 2
        Plastering Level 1
        Plastering Level 2

        Plumbing

        Plumbing and Heating Apprenticeship Level 3
        Plumbing Level 2

        Wood Trades

        Carpentry and Joinery (Site Carpenter Pathway) Apprenticeship Level 2
        Carpentry and Joinery (Site Carpenter Pathway) Apprenticeship Level 3
        Carpentry Level 1
        Site Carpentry Level 2
        Digital Media and Esports

        Esports

        Esports Level 3
        T Level Creative and Design, Content Creation. Start September 2024
        UAL Level 1 Award and Diploma in Design and Media

        Film Studies

        T Level Creative and Design, Content Creation. Start September 2024
        UAL Level 1 Award and Diploma in Design and Media

        Media Studies

        T Level Creative and Design, Content Creation. Start September 2024
        UAL Level 1 Award and Diploma in Design and Media
        UAL Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology
        UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology
        Digital, Computing and IT

        3D CGI

        Future Tech Level 3

        Computing

        Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
        Digital T Level Foundation Year
        Digital T Levels
        Future Tech Level 3
        Gateway to Digital Level 2
        Information Communication Technology Level 3 Apprenticeship
        Level 1 BTEC Introduction to Computing

        IT

        Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
        Digital T Level Foundation Year
        Digital T Levels
        Future Tech Level 3
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        Information Communication Technology Level 3 Apprenticeship
        Level 1 BTEC Introduction to Computing

        Social Media

        Digital Marketer Apprenticeship Level 3
        Engineering, Marine and Automotive

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        Level 1 Certificate in Automotive Maintenance
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        Level 3 Automotive Maintenance & Repair

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        Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies- Pre-Cadetship 1
        Marine Engineering - Electrical Apprenticeship Level 3
        Marine Engineering - Engines and Propulsion Apprenticeship Level 3

        Engineering (Electronics)

        Electrical/Electronic Engineering Level 3

        Engineering

        Level 2 Apprenticeship Engineering Operative - (Fabrication & Welding pathway)
        Level 2 Apprenticeship Engineering Operative - (Mechatronics pathway)
        Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies- Pre-Cadetship 1
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        Mechatronics Engineering Level 2
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        Introduction to Catering & Hospitality Level 1
        Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
        Specialised Chefs Apprenticeship Scholarship
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        Level 2 in Music Performance and Production
        Level 3 in Music Performance/Music Production
        Performing Arts

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        Level 3 in Performing Arts/Dance
        Performing Arts:Dance Level 3
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        Applied Science (Specialising in Biomedical Science) Level 3
        Applied Science Level 2
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        Social Science

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        Applied Psychology, Criminology and Law Level 3
        Sport and Fitness

        Fitness and Personal Training

        Level 2 Sport and Fitness
        Level 3 Sport, Fitness and Personal Training

        Sport

        Level 1 Sport and Uniformed Public Services
        Level 2 Sport and Fitness
        Level 3 Sport, Fitness and Personal Training
        Travel and Tourism

        Travel and Tourism Courses

        BTEC Diploma in Travel and Tourism Level 3
        Introduction to Tourism & Business
        Level 2 Aviation and Super Yachts hosts
        Travel and Tourism Level 2
        Travel and Tourism Level 3
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        Uniformed Services

        Level 1 Sport and Uniformed Public Services
        Preparation for Public Services Level 2
        Uniformed Protective Services Level 3
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        Accounting and Finance

        Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship Level 2
        Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3

        Administration and Customer Service

        Professional Support Apprenticeship Level 3

        Human Resources

        HR Consultant Partner Apprenticeship Level 5
        HR Support Apprenticeship Level 3
        Construction

        Built Environment

        HNC Quantity Surveying - Level 4 - Apprenticeship

        Electrical

        Electrical Installation Apprenticeship Level 3

        Trowel Trades

        Bricklayer Apprenticeship Level 2

        Plumbing

        Plumbing and Heating Apprenticeship Level 3

        Wood Trades

        Carpentry and Joinery (Site Carpenter Pathway) Apprenticeship Level 2
        Carpentry and Joinery (Site Carpenter Pathway) Apprenticeship Level 3
        Digital, Computing and IT

        Computing

        Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
        Information Communication Technology Level 3 Apprenticeship

        IT

        Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
        Information Communication Technology Level 3 Apprenticeship

        Social Media

        Digital Marketer Apprenticeship Level 3
        Engineering, Marine and Automotive

        Automotive

        Automotive Apprenticeship Level 3

        Marine

        Boat Building Apprenticeship (Composites and Wood Trades)
        Degree Apprenticeship in Product Design & Development - (Marine Technologies pathway)
        Marine Engineering - Electrical Apprenticeship Level 3
        Marine Engineering - Engines and Propulsion Apprenticeship Level 3

        Engineering

        Degree Apprenticeship in Manufacturing Engineer - (Electronic Design pathway)
        Degree Apprenticeship in Manufacturing Engineer - (Manufacturing Management pathway)
        Degree Apprenticeship in Product Design & Development - (Marine Technologies pathway)
        Degree Apprenticeship in Product Design & Development - (Mechanical Design pathway)
        Level 2 Apprenticeship Engineering Operative - (Fabrication & Welding pathway)
        Level 2 Apprenticeship Engineering Operative - (Mechatronics pathway)
        Level 3 Apprenticeship Engineering Fitter
        Level 3 Apprenticeship Machining Technician
        Level 3 Apprenticeship Metal Fabricator
        Level 4 Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacturing Technician
        Hair and Beauty

        Hairdressing

        Hairdressing Apprenticeship Level 2
        Hairdressing Apprenticeship Level 3

        Beauty Therapy

        Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship Level 2
        Health, Care and Education

        Education

        Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3
        Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2
        NHS - Healthcare Support Worker

        Care

        FdSc Nursing Associate Apprenticeship
        L5 Assistant Practitioner (Health) Apprenticeship
        NHS - Healthcare Support Worker
        NHS - Senior Healthcare Support Worker

        Health and Medical Science

        FdSc Nursing Associate Apprenticeship
        L5 Assistant Practitioner (Health) Apprenticeship
        NHS - Healthcare Support Worker
        NHS - Senior Healthcare Support Worker
        Hospitality and Catering

        Hospitality and Catering Courses

        Chef de Partie Apprenticeship Level 3
        Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
        Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2
        Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
        Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 3
        Specialised Chefs Apprenticeship Scholarship
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      • Subject Areas

        3D Animation

        3D Animation Courses

        FdA 3D Animation and Visualisation for Film and Games
        Art and Design

        Graphic Design

        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise

        Fashion, Textiles and Interiors

        Creative Fashion Design Experience
        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise

        Illustration and Concept Art

        Traditional and Contemporary Painting
        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise

        Photography

        An Introduction to Creative Photography and Portfolio Development
        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise

        Visual Arts

        Pottery Club: Hand Building with Clay
        Traditional and Contemporary Painting
        UAL Level 3 / 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise
        Business School

        Accounting and Finance

        24 courses found

        Administration and Customer Service

        13 courses found

        Business and Enterprise

        Business Level 3
        Free Online Course - Certificate in Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness
        Free Online Course - Customer Service
        Free Online Course - Level 2 Certificate in LGBT Inclusion in the Workplace
        Free Online Course - Principles of Dementia Care
        Free Online Course - Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
        IOSH Managing Safely
        One Day Time Management Course
        Part-Time English for Adults

        Human Resources

        14 courses found

        Management

        28 courses found
        Construction

        Built Environment

        Brickwork Level 2
        HNC Construction Management (Site Supervisor) - Level 4 - Apprenticeship
        HNC Construction Management - Level 4
        HNC Quantity Surveying - Level 4
        HNC Quantity Surveying - Level 4 - Apprenticeship

        Electrical

        EAL Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 (18th Edition) - 2nd Amendment
        EAL Level 3 Awards in the Initial Verification and Testing Combined with Periodic Inspection
        Electrical Installation Apprenticeship Level 3

        Trowel Trades

        Bricklayer Apprenticeship Level 2
        Brickwork Level 2
        DIY Brickwork
        Plastering & Skimming DIY

        Plumbing

        31 courses found

        Wood Trades

        Carpentry and Joinery (Site Carpenter Pathway) Apprenticeship Level 2
        Carpentry and Joinery (Site Carpenter Pathway) Apprenticeship Level 3
        Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery Level 1 Part Time (Evening)
        Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery (Part Time Evening)
        Digital Media and Esports

        Esports

        User Experience for beginners

        Media Studies

        Access to HE Media
        User Experience for beginners
        Digital, Computing and IT

        Computing

        11 courses found

        IT

        Coding Practices Level 3
        Cyber Security Practices Level 3
        Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
        Excel Advanced - One Day Course
        Excel Intermediate - One Day Course
        Excel Introduction - One Day Course
        HNC Cyber Security and Cloud Networking
        Information Communication Technology Level 3 Apprenticeship
        Principles of Cyber Security Level 2

        Social Media

        Digital Marketer Apprenticeship Level 3
        Free Online Course - Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
        Engineering, Marine and Automotive

        Automotive

        Automotive Apprenticeship Level 3
        Level 2 Automotive
        Level 3 Automotive Maintenance & Repair

        Marine

        Degree Apprenticeship in Product Design & Development - (Marine Technologies pathway)
        Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies- Pre-Cadetship 1
        Marine Engineering - Electrical Apprenticeship Level 3
        Marine Engineering - Engines and Propulsion Apprenticeship Level 3

        Engineering (Electronics)

        Electrical/Electronic Engineering Level 3

        Engineering

        16 courses found
        English and Maths

        Maths

        ESOL - English for Speakers of Other Languages (part-time for adults)
        Part-Time Maths for Adults

        English

        General English Language course x 15 hours a week
        Foundation Learning

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        Access to Further Education (A2FE)
        Access to Further Education (A2FE) Stage 2

        Foundation Studies

        Access to Further Education (A2FE) Stage 2
        Level 1 Progression (January Start)
        Hair and Beauty

        Hairdressing

        Barbering Level 2
        Hair & Media Make-Up Level 3
        Hairdressing Apprenticeship Level 2
        Hairdressing Apprenticeship Level 3
        Hobby Barbering for Beginners
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        Women's Hairdressing Level 2

        Beauty Therapy

        Adult Beauty Specialist Level 2 Diploma
        Adult Beauty Therapy Treatments Level 3
        Adult Nail Enhancements Level 3
        Hair & Media Make-Up Level 3
        Hobby Lash & Brow Techniques
        Hobby Make-Up Artistry
        Health, Care and Education

        Education

        20 courses found

        Care

        21 courses found

        Health and Medical Science

        14 courses found
        Hospitality and Catering

        Hospitality and Catering Courses

        Adult Professional Cookery PT Level 2
        Adult Professional Cookery PT Level 3
        Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery Level 3 FT
        Chef de Partie Apprenticeship Level 3
        Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
        Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2
        Next Steps Part Time Adults
        Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
        Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 3
        Specialised Chefs Apprenticeship Scholarship
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        Music Courses

        FdA Music and Sound Production
        Level 2 in Music Performance and Production
        Level 3 in Music Performance/Music Production

        Music Technology

        FdA Music and Sound Production
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        Performing Arts Courses

        Adult Performing Arts Group in Acting/Singing/Dance - A Confidence Building and Wellbeing Experience
        BA (Hons) Performing Arts (Top Up)
        FdA Performing Arts
        Level 2 in Performing and Production Arts
        Level 3 in Performing Arts/Dance
        Retail and Sales

        Retail and Warehousing

        Free Online Course - Certificate in End of Life Care
        Free Online Course - Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent Programme
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        Humanities and Social Science

        Access to HE Humanities and Social Science
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        Travel and Tourism Courses

        BTEC Diploma in Travel and Tourism Level 3
        Level 2 Aviation and Super Yachts hosts
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        Graphic Design

        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise

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        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise

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        Traditional and Contemporary Painting
        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise

        Photography

        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise

        Visual Arts

        Traditional and Contemporary Painting
        UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise
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        Accounting and Finance

        AAT Level 4 Management Accounting Budgeting Day Nov

        Human Resources

        CIPD Diploma in People Management Level 5. Day/Twilight/Evening options.
        HR Consultant Partner Apprenticeship Level 5
        Construction

        Built Environment

        HNC Construction Management (Site Supervisor) - Level 4 - Apprenticeship
        HNC Construction Management - Level 4
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        Computing

        HNC Cyber Security and Cloud Networking

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        HNC Cyber Security and Cloud Networking
        Engineering, Marine and Automotive

        Marine

        Degree Apprenticeship in Product Design & Development - (Marine Technologies pathway)

        Engineering

        Degree Apprenticeship in Manufacturing Engineer - (Electronic Design pathway)
        Degree Apprenticeship in Manufacturing Engineer - (Manufacturing Management pathway)
        Degree Apprenticeship in Product Design & Development - (Marine Technologies pathway)
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        FdEng/HNC Engineering - Electronic Design
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        Level 4 Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacturing Technician
        Health, Care and Education

        Education

        BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies (Top Up) (University of Wolverhampton)
        Diploma in Education and Training (DET) Year 2
        Diploma in Education and Training (DET) Year 1 Fast Track
        FdA Early Years Services (University of Wolverhampton) - Sector Endorsed

        Care

        FdA Early Years Services (University of Wolverhampton) - Sector Endorsed
        FdSc Nursing Associate Apprenticeship
        L5 Assistant Practitioner (Health) Apprenticeship
        Level 2 and Level 3 Award in End of Life Care

        Health and Medical Science

        FdSc Nursing Associate Apprenticeship
        L5 Assistant Practitioner (Health) Apprenticeship
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        FdA Music and Sound Production

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        FdA Music and Sound Production
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