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Welcome to BMetwhere students are at the heart of everything we do

Thank you for considering BMet Own your future now and start a course with us.

Overthecomingpageswewillshowyouavarietyofexcitingstudyoptions–whichwehopewillconvinceyouwhywecouldberightforyou.

Whateveryouwanttoachieveandwhereveryou’restartingfrom,we’reheretohelp,withanexcitingrangeofcoursesdesignedtoboostyourcareerprospects.

We’reafamilyofthreecollegesacrossBirmingham:

•JamesWattCollege•MatthewBoultonCollege•SuttonColdfieldCollege

Allourcoursesarealignedcloselytoindustryandwehavelinkswithsomehigh-profileemployers–seepage20tofindoutmore.Ourrelationshipswithemployershelptoshapeourcoursestogiveyouexactlytheskillsyou–andthey–need.

So,whetheryou’reanentrylevel,vocationalorAlevelstudent,you’llgaintheskillsyouneedtoachieveyourambitions.

Someofourcoursesareavailableatallourcolleges,whileothersareuniquetojustone.

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Find out what animal you are with our Launch your Career Quiz! If you are unsure what to study or what area you are interested in, why not visit bmet.ac.uk and take our quiz – this will help you find out what you are like and what you could do.

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Our colleges at a glance We have three big colleges in the heart of Birmingham each with their own unique character offering something for everyone.

All our colleges have excellent transport links. In addition, James Watt College and Sutton Coldfield College also offer free parking.

We love them all – so we’ll leave it to you to decide which one is right for you.

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Located in Great Barr, just four miles from Birmingham city centre is where you will find James Watt College.

Very much an industry focused college with excellent facilities and passionate teaching staff, all ready and waiting to help you to develop the skills you will need to launch your future career.

James Watt College also offers courses for adult learners; including part-time, full-time and university-level options. The college also has a satellite site; Erdington Skills Centre.

Erdington Skills Centre is a specialist construction centre that offers a range of courses. The centre offers purpose-built facilities including classrooms and workshops, which have been specifically designed to house training rooms for all of the construction trades. This includes painting and decorating, plastering, carpentry and joinery and electrical workshops. This is a truly impressive site that gives hands-on training, getting students work ready from the off!

James Watt College North Birmingham A technical and vocational college specialising in the fields of construction, engineering, media production and games design, early years and health and social care. All this and a really strong apprenticeship programme – there is much to like about this college.

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Engineering

Foundation LearningFoundation Learning

Construction

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Foundation Learning(ifyouneedtodevelopyourEnglishand/ormathsskillsbeforemovingontoavocationalcourse)

Thiscollegewouldbeperfectifyouareinterestedin:

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School of Built Environment

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GreaterBirminghamProfessionalServicesAcademy

CREAT IVECREAT IVE

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Health

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Digital and ICT

Greater Birmingham Professional Services Academy- Business & Business Administration,Accounts, Financial

CreativeMusic,Photography,Film&MultiMedia,Art&DesignGraphics

Fashion Clothing & Fashion Business

Health

Law

Science

Foundation Learning (ifyouneedtodevelopyourEnglishand/ormathsskillsbeforemovingontoavocationalcourse)


MBC BBG

The impressive Matthew Boulton College is nestled in the heart of Birmingham city centre. This outstanding building won accolades when first built and still looks brand new over a decade later.

Amongst its many outstanding features are specialist workshops, labs, healthcare clinics, study centres and cutting-edge fashion and graphic design studios. All this and amazing shopping only a stone’s throw away!

Matthew Boulton College is the headquarters for our Great Birmingham Professional Services Academy and stemming from this are our Career Colleges which may be perfect for you if you are interested in Professional Services or Creative and Digital Industries.

The college also offers courses for adult learners; including part-time, full-time and university-level options.

We also partner with Birmingham Botanical Gardens to deliver our Horticulture and Floristry courses – where better to study than in the beautiful surroundings of the extensive and lush gardens!

Matthew Boulton College Birmingham City Centre A vocational college with strong links with professional services. Home to the only official Careers Colleges in the region.


A levels

BUSINESS& PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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Fitness


Performing Arts

SPORT

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UNIFORMEDPUBLICSERVICES

A levels

Business and Professional Services

Creative and Digital Media

Early Years

Fitness and Activity Leadership

Health and Social Care

Performing Arts

Science

Sport

Travel and Tourism

Uniformed Public Services


SCC ALC

Sutton Coldfield College is nestled among the many green spaces of north Birmingham. This fantastic college is on Lichfield Road, just minutes from the train station and town centre with its shops, cafes and restaurants.

The college offers a broad range of A Levels, vocational courses (BTECs), professional courses and apprenticeships.

Specialisms include A levels, Business, Creative Art, Digital Media, E-sports, Early Years and Education, Finance, Healthcare, Lifesciences, Performing Arts, Public Services, Sport, STEM subjects and Travel and Tourism.

The college also runs a variety of Sports Academies all of which are offered to all BMet students – regardless of which college they study at.

Sutton Coldfield College also offers courses for adult learners; including part-time, full-time and university-level options.

Sutton Coldfield College In the heart of the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield.


Ewan

Studied: AAT Accounting Diploma Level 2, 3 & 4Progression: Credit Controller Apprentice, Centresoft

Ubaid

Studied: Paralegal Apprenticeship

Progression: Trainee Legal Executive, Purnells Solicitors

Neve

Studied: Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship

Progression: Trusts & Estates Department Administrator, Talbot’s Law

Jamie

Studied: Musical Theatre Level 3

Progression: West End Actor


Deandre

Studied: Electronic Engineering Diploma Level 2

Progression: Level 2 Electrical Installation

Chloe

Studied: Physical Activity, fitness and Exercise Science Diploma Level 3

Progression: Study Personal Training

Rebecca

Studied: Business Extended Diploma Level 3

Progression: Accounting & Finance Degree, Coventry University

James

Studied: Health & Social Care Diploma Level 3

Progression: Mental Health Nursing Degree, Birmingham City University


+ Accountant+ Business Teacher+ Chartered Management Accountant+ Corporate Investment Banker+ Data Analyst+ External Auditor+ Facilities Manager+ Financial Analyst+ Management Consultant+ Marketeer+ Mortgage Adviser+ Office Manager+ Project Manager+ Sales Executive+ Social Media Manager+ Stockbroker+ Supply Chain Manager

Which future career can help YOU change YOUR world?

Be who you want to be – we can help you make it happen! Whatever your career goals, we have the courses designed to make it happen for you. Our subject areas lead to careers in multiple disciplines. Whatever career path you want to follow, we can make it happen.

Thefollowingpageswillshowthepathtotaketoleadyoutoyourchosencareer.Ifyouarestillunsureofwhoyouwanttobe,don’tforgetyoucantakeourquiz.onourwebsite.We’vegotthecourses,here’swheretheycantakeyou….

We love them all – and we’ll help you to decide which one is right for you.


+ Applications Developer+ Business Analyst+ Computer Engineer+ Computer Scientist+ Cyber Security Analyst+ Computer Systems Analyst+ Database Administrator+ Information Systems Manager+ IT Consultant+ Multimedia Developer+ Programmer+ Software Analyst+ Software Developer+ Systems Analyst+ Technical Support Officer+ UX Designer+ UX Researcher

+ Bricklayer+ Building Surveyor+ Carpenter or Joiner+ Construction Contractor+ Construction Inspector+ Electrician+ Land Surveyor+ Painter / Decorator+ Plasterer+ Plumber+ Project Manager+ Quantity Surveyor+ Roofer+ Sheet Metal Worker+ Site Foreman+ Tiler+ Welder

+ Childcare Project Worker+ Childminder+ Children’s Counsellor+ Children’s Nurse+ Early Years Teacher+ Education Consultant+ Education Psychologist+ Health Visitor+ Nanny+ Nursery Worker+ Play Coordinator + Play Therapist+ Pre-School Teacher+ Primary School Teacher+ Special Educational Needs

Coordinator+ Teaching Assistant

Which future career will help YOU help others advance in the world?

Which future career can help YOU build a better world?

Which future career can help YOU positively influence their lives?


+ Dental Hygienist+ Dental Technician+ Dental Therapist+ Health Promotion Specialist

+ Aerospace+ Agricultural+ Automotive+ Biomedical+ Broadcast+ Chemical+ Civil+ Computer+ Design+ Electrical+ Energy+ Environmental+ Food Science+ Geological+ Industrial+ Maintenance+ Manufacturing

+ Mechanical+ Nuclear+ Rail+ Robotics+ Software+ Structural+ Virtual

Augmented Reality

+ Water/Environmental

+ ArtsAdministrator+ CeramicsDesigner+ ConceptArtist+ Conservator+ Curator+ FashionDesigner+ FineArtist+ FurnitureDesigner+ GamesArtist+ GraphicDesigner+ Illustrator/Animator+ InteriorDesigner+ MultimediaArtist+ Photographer+ TextileDesigner+ VFXArtist+ WebDesigner

Which future career will see YOUR crowning glory?

Which engineering sector can help YOU change YOUR world?

Which future career will help YOU create your own destiny?


+ Fashion Buyer+ Fashion Designer+ Fashion Public Relations+ Marketing/Brand Manager+ Merchandiser+ Production Manager+ Retail Buyer+ Tailor

+ Adult Support Worker+ Cognitive Behavioural Therapist+ Counsellor+ Educational Psychologist+ Health Care Assistant+ Health Care Support Worker+ Health Visitor+ Life Coach+ Mental Health Worker+ Midwife+ Nurse+ Physiotherapist+ Rehabilitation Worker+ Sexual Health Worker+ Social Worker+ Young Persons Advisor+ Youth Offending Worker

+ Arbitrator+ Barrister+ Barrister’sClerk+ BuildingSurveyor+ ClaimsHandler+ CompanySecretary+ Conveyancer+ Detective+ Diplomat+ InsuranceUnderwriter+ Lawyer+ Judge+ LegalCounsel+ ManagementConsultant+ Manager+ Paralegal+ Solicitor

Which future career is tailored to YOU?

Which future career can help YOU look after our society?

Which future career is the right choice for YOU?


+ Actor+ Choreographer+ Cinematographer+ Comedian+ Dancer+ Dance/Movement Therapist+ Drama Therapist+ Front of House + Musician+ Music Therapist+ Playwright/Screenwriter+ Singer+ Special Effects Technician+ Stunt Person+ Talent Agent+ Producer+ Theatre Director

+ Archaeologist+ Biochemist+ Biologist+ Biophysicist+ Biomedical

Scientist+ Botanist+ Chemist+ Conservationist+ Ecologist+ FoodScientist+ Forensic

Scientist+ Geneticist+ Immunologist+ LabTechnician+ MarineBiologist

+ MedicalScientist

+ Meteorologist+ Microbiologist+ Pathologist+ Pharmacist+ Pharmacologist+ Physicist+ Toxicologist+ Veterinarian+ Zoologist

+ Blogger+ Broadcast Presenter+ Cinematographer+ Creative Director+ Film Director+ Game Animator+ Game Programmer+ Games Designer+ Graphic Designer+ Lighting Technician+ Music Marketeer+ Publisher+ Social Media Specialist+ Software Engineer+ Sound Engineer+ TV / Film Editor+ Video Producer

Which part will YOU play?Which future career can help YOU change YOUR world?

Which future role will YOU play in world communications?


+ Athlete+ Athletic Trainer+ Exercise Physiologist + Fitness Instructor+ Football Coach+ Football Referee+ Gym Instructor+ Gym Manager+ Health Trainer+ Leisure Centre Manager+ Lifeguard+ Martial Arts Instructor + Outdoor Activities Instructor+ Personal Trainer+ Sport and Exercise Psychologist+ Sport and Fitness Nutritionist+ Sports Agent

+ AirCabinCrew+ AirlineCustomerServicesAgent+ AirTrafficControllers+ Concierge+ CruiseShipSteward+ Curator+ HeritageOfficer+ HolidayRepresentative+ HotelManager+ HotelReceptionist+ HotelRoomAttendant+ TourismOfficer+ TouristGuide+ TravelAgencyManager+ TravelAgent+ TravelConsultant

+ ArmedForcesOfficer+ Bodyguard+ BombDisposalOfficer+ BorderForceOfficer+ CivilEnforcementOfficer+ Coastguard+ CustomsOfficer+ Firefighter+ MerchantNavyOfficer+ NeighbourhoodWarden+ Paramedic+ PoliceOfficer+ PrisonOfficer+ RoyalAirforce(RAF)Officer+ RoyalNavyOfficer+ SearchandRescueWorker+ SecurityServicePersonnel

Which future career path can help YOU benefit the lives of people?

Which future career can help YOU look after our society?

Which future career is the right choice for YOU?


It’s not what you know

We have fantastic relationships with employers

HereatBMet,weareproudofourrelationshipswithsomeofthebestemployersinthecountry.Allourcoursesarealignedcloselytoindustryandwehavelinkswithsomehigh-profileemployers-hereisaquickpeekatsomeofthem.

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Get the most from college life

Courses for careersCareersreallyareattheheartofeachofourcourses.Theywillguideyouontotherightpathtoyourchosencareer.

Free Wi-Fi for studentsYes-youheardusright!MakethemostoffreeWi-Fiduringyourtimeatcollegebutdon’tforgetlessonsareforlearning–sosaveitforyourbreaksandsparetime.

Excellent facilitiesFirstclassfacilitiesandexperiencedteachersfromindustry–wewillgiveyouthebestchancetothriveonyourcourse.

Specialist workshops and laboratoriesWhatbetterwaytogethandsonexperiencethanlearningday-to-dayinourspecialistworkshopsandlaboratories–alldesignedtobeauthenticandgiveyouthattasteofreality.


Excellent progression opportunitiesWithcoursesonofferatalllevelsincludinguniversitylevel,therewillalwaysbeacourseforyou.Keeponlearningandbuildingyourqualificationsrighthereatoneofourcolleges.

Libraries and private study areasAlthoughwewantyourcollegeexperiencetobeenrichingandfulloflonglastingmemories,wealsoknowthatwhenitcomestoexamandassignmenttime,youneedprivatestudyareasandawell-stockedlibrary–andthat’sexactlywhatyoucanexpectatourcolleges!

Industry links and partnerships with local and national employersEmployershaveahugesayinourcoursesandtheircontentandthroughoutyourtimeatcollege,youwillcomeface-to-facewithemployersknowntoyourindustry.Getaheadofthegameandmakeyourselfknowntoemployersearlyon!Foraglanceatjustafewoftheemployersweworkwithseepage20.


You are at the heart of all we do Students are at the heart of everything we do and as such we make sure you have the resources to help you succeed.

Mentoring Service

Ourmentorschemeisdesignedtohelpidentifyandremoveanybarriersthatmightbestoppingyoufromreachingyourmaximumpotentialbyhelpingyouincreaseyourconfidenceandmotivation.Thementorsoffersupportwithstudyskills,motivation,andtimemanagementtechniques.

Help with the costs of studying – for qualifying students

Wecanhelpwiththecostoftravel(publictransport),equipmentcostsandinsomecasescanoffermealallowances.Ourstudentexperienceteamsbasedateachofthecollegeswillbeabletoletyouknowifyouqualifyforsupport.Ifthereissomethingwecandotohelpyou–wewill.

Careers advice

Ateachofourcolleges,wehaveadedicatedCareersAdvisor,whocangiveyouthecareersadvice,informationandsupportyouneedtoachieveyoucareergoals.TheycanalsohelpyouwithyourCVanduniversityapplication.Toptip–youcanalsostudyatuniversitylevelwithus!


Inclusive Support

Ifyouneedmoresupport–wearewithyoueverystepoftheway.Webelievethathighqualitysupportisanimperativepartofstudents’successenablingeveryindividualtoreachtheiracademicpotential.Thecollegeoffersavarietyofinclusivesupportmethodsdependinguponindividualneeds.WealsooffersupporttostudentswithSENDwiththeirtransitionintocollege.IfyoudeclareyouhaveanEHCPonyourapplicationform,youwillbeinvitedinforaninterviewwiththeSENDcoordinator,forthesite,toensurethatBMetcanmeetyourneedspriortothecurriculuminterview.

Counselling service – taking care of you

Welikeourstudentstobesupportedasmuchaspossiblewhilststudyingatcollege.Ifyouhaveaproblemandfriendsandfamilyaren’tabletohelp,counsellingwillprovideyouwithanopportunitytotalkanddiscussyourconcernsorworriesfreelyandopenly–withacounsellorwhowon’tjudgeyouoryourissues.Noproblemisevertoobigorsmalltobringtocounsellingandtalkingabouthowyoufeelcanreallyhelp.Afterall,aproblemsharedisaproblemhalved!

Top tip! you can also studyat university levelwith us!


Life outside the classroom

Sports academies

Ourspecialistsportsacademiesofferdedicatedtraininginmensandladiesfootball,rugby,golfandnetball.Ouracademiesoffertheopportunitytogaincoachingqualificationsalongsideyourstudieswiththepossibilityofworkplacementstoo!YoucouldtakepartinfixturesaroundtheUKandcouldbeinwiththechancetoapplyforUSEuniversitysportsscholarships.TherewillalsobeopportunitiestorepresentthecollegeattheregionalandNationalSportsChampionshipsinavarietyofsports.

Fulfilling enrichment programme

EachcollegehasitsowndedicatedEnrichmentOfficer,focusingonhowyoucanmakethemostofcollegelifeoutsideoftheclassroom.Activitiesmayincludetrips,events,volunteering,excursionsandmuchmore.You’llbesobusyhavingsuchagoodtimeatcollegethatbeforeyouknowit,yourcoursewillbefinishedandyou’llbereadytotakeontheworld!


Have your say

Duringyourtimeatcollegeyouwillhavetheopportunitytoapplytobecomeastudentgovernor.Thisisafantasticwaytogetinvolvedintheday-to-dayrunningofthecollegeandhaveyourvoiceheard.Ifyousucceedyouwillbecomethevoiceofthestudentbodyandhavethechancetoreallyignitechange.

Feeling inspired? We hope so.

Refresh & go!

ManypeopleloveStarbucks.Whetheryouareanavidcoffeelover,simplyenjoyacupofteaorloveanicedfruitsmoothie,ourcollegeswon’tdisappoint.AllofourcollegeshaveaStarbucks,makingitusefulforthosedayswhenyouneedalittlepickmeup.

Naghma Current Student Governor


Work Experience – Be work ready

Ifyoustudyavocationalcourse,wewillencourageyoutocomplete30hoursworkexperience.Viaourstronglinkswithemployers,wewilldoourbesttohelpyousecureaplaceandgiveyoutherightopportunitytosuityou.Workexperiencewillhelpyoutodevelopyourskillsinarealworkingenvironment–whatbetterwaytoprepareyourselffortheworldofwork?!

Institute of Technology (IoT)

BMetareproudtobepartoftheregion-widecollaborationthatistheGreaterBirminghamandSolihullInstituteofTechnology.TheIoTistransformingscience,technology,engineeringandmathematics(STEM)educationbyaddressingspecifictechnicalskillsgapsinthisarea.TheIoTwilltargetunder-representedlearners,givingthemaclearprogressionroutefromeducationintotechnicaljobsandprovidingemployerswithaskilledworkforce.Watchthisspace!

What’s next?

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A levels

The A – V of qualifications – we’ve got you covered!

A Levels

TostudyaprogrammeofthreeAlevelswithus,weaskthatyouhaveaminimumoffiveGCSEsatGrade4andabove–includingmathsandEnglishplussubjectspecificrequirementsandanaveragepointscoreoffive.ForAlevelartsrelatedsubjects,wealsoneedtoseeyourportfolio(atleastfivepiecesofyourwork).Pleasecheckcoursedetailsforanyspecificcourseentryrequirements.


ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships Vocationalcourses

Apprenticeships

Aprogrammeofstudyalongsidearoleinindustry–designedtogiveyoutheskills,knowledgeandunderstandingtomakeanimpactinyourchosenjobrole.

English & Maths

DevelopingyourEnglishandmathsskillsisavitalpartofyourprogrammeofstudyatBMet.Ifyouhaven’talreadyachieveda9-4grade(theequivalentofanA*-C)gradeinEnglishandmaths,wewillhelpyouworktowardsthis.WealsoofferFunctionalSkillsandESOLqualificationsfromentryleveltoLevel2.

Qualificationsinthesesubjects:

•arevaluedbyemployersandalleducationproviders

•supportyoutogetajoborprogresstohigherlevelcourses/university

•helpyoudevelopskillswhichwillbeusefulinyoureverydaylife.

Vocational Qualifications

Vocationalqualificationsinvolveamixofpracticalandtheoreticalstudy,thatwilldevelopspecificskillsandunderstandinglinkedtoaparticularfieldandwillprepareyouforfurther/highereducationoremployment.


A levels

Which level is for you?We offer a range of courses at a level that is right for you. The typical entry criteria are shown below, although your chosen course may have specific requirements. If you are unsure about the level of study that will best fit your skills and experience, please talk to one of our Student Services Advisors.

Level 2

4GCSEsatGrade3(D)andaboveorLevel1vocationalprogrammeatapassgradeorabove

Level 1

Noformalrequirements

Alevels

5GCSEsatGrade5(BorC)andabove–includingmathsandEnglishLanguageplussubjectspecificrequirementsandanaveragepointscoreof5


Aiming Higher – Level 4/5/6

Level4/5/6areuniversitylevelcoursesandweofferthesehigherlevelsrighthereatBMet!Arangeofuniversitylevelprogrammesareavailabletostudyoneitherafullorpart-timebasisatBMet.

Entryrequirements:Alevels,Level3Diploma,NVQLevel3(inarelatedsubject)

Level 3

NationalExtendedCertificate(formerlySubDiploma)4or5GCSEpassesatGrade4(C)orabove,orLevel2vocationalprogrammeatapassgradeoraboveincludingGCSEEnglishand/ormathsatGrade4(C),NationalFoundationDiploma/NationalDiploma(formerly90Credit/ExtendedDiploma)4or5GCSEpassesatGrade4(C),orLevel2vocationalprogrammeatameritgradeoraboveincludingGCSEEnglishandmathsatGrade4(C),DiplomainFoundationStudies2ASor1AleveloraNationalDiploma/ExtendedDiplomainarelatedsubjectorequivalentqualifications


Early Years Practitioner NCFE CACHE Diploma Level2

Childcare and Education (EYE) New Technical Diploma Level3

CACHE Award/Certificate Introduction to Health, Social Care, Children & Young People’s Setting Level1

Engineering Diploma Level2

Engineering Diploma Level3

Engineering Technologies Certificate Level1

Foundation Learning Level1

Vocational Studies Certificate EntryLevel2

Built Environment Level3

Electrical Installation Diploma Level2


Building Services Diploma Level1(Electrical & Plumbing)

JWC

JAM

ESW

ATTCO

LLEGE

CON-STRUCT-ION

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CON-STRUCT-ION

Health & Social Care Certificate Level2

Health & Social Care Diploma Level3

Basic Construction Multi-Skills Diploma Level1

Bricklaying Diploma Level1

Bricklaying Diploma Level2

Carpentry & Joinery Diploma Level1

Carpentry & Joinery Diploma Level2


Plastering Diploma Level1

Plumbing Diploma Level1

Computer Games DiplomaLevel2

Interactive Media Production Diploma Level2

Computer Games Diploma Level3

Introduction to Digital and Creative Skills DiplomaLevel1

Interactive Media Production Diploma Level3

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Creative Digital Technology; Photography, graphics & animation Diploma Level1

Creative Digital Technology; Photography, graphics & animation Diploma Level2

UAL Art & Design (Art/Graphics/Photography/Textiles) Diploma Level2

UAL Art & Design Diploma Level3

UAL Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication Diploma Level3

UAL Creative Practice: Architecture Diploma Level3

UAL Creative Media, Film & Photography Diploma Level3

UAL Graphic Design & Advertising Animation Diploma Level3

AAT Diploma in Accounting Level3

Applied Extended Certificate in Law & Criminology Level3

Business Administration Diploma Level2

Business Extended Certificate Level2

Business and Finance Diploma Level3

Business & Law DiplomaLevel1

Business Management Diploma Level3

Business National Extended Certificate Level3

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AAT Awards in Accounting Level1

AAT Certificate in Accounting Level2


Dental Technology Diploma Level3

Fashion Business & Digital Marketing Diploma/ Extended Diploma Level3

UAL Fashion Business & Digital Marketing Diploma Level2

UAL Creative Practice: Fashion Clothing & Fashion Textiles Diploma Level3

Digital Marketing Extended Certificate Level3

Legal Studies Diploma Level2

Office Management (Business Administrators) BTEC Certificate Level3

ComputerScience& ICT FA$HION

BUSINESS& PROFESSIONAL SERVICES


CACHE Award/Certificate Introduction to Health, Social Care, Children & Young People’s Setting Level1


Multimedia & Digital Literacy Diploma Level2(incorporating maths & English)

Multimedia & Digital Literacy Diploma Level3(incorporating Cybersecurity, Coding, Website Design and Games Development)

Computing Diploma Level3(incorporating Cybersecurity, Coding, Website Design and 2D/3D Graphic Design)

ICT Diploma Level3(incorporating coding, website design & cybersecurity

Dental Dental


ESOL 16-18 and Vocational Studies



Horticulture &Conservation



Health Studies (Science) National Foundation Diploma Level3

Applied Science Diploma Level1

Applied Science Diploma Level2

Applied Science National Foundation/Extended Diploma Level3

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Horticulture Diploma Level2


UAL Art & Design (Art/Graphics/Photography/Textiles) Diploma Level1

UAL Art & Design (Art/Graphics/ Photography/Fashion/Textiles/Print making/Surface printing) Diploma Level2

UAL Art & Design Foundation Diploma Level3

UAL Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication Diploma Level3

UAL Media Arts Diploma Level3

UAL 3D Applied Design, VR & Architecture Diploma Level3

UAL Fashion & Textiles Diploma Level3

UAL Visual Communication (Animation, Advertising, Graphic Design, Photography) Diploma Level3

SCCSU

TTON

COLD

FIELDCO

LLEGE

Art Design&Art

Design&BUSINESS& PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

AAT Diploma in Accounting Level3

Applied Law with Criminology and Business Level3

Business Administration Diploma Level2

Business Diploma Level Level3 including Enterprise

Business Extended Certificate Level2 including Enterprise

Business Extended Certificate Level3 including Enterprise

Business (with Law units) Foundation Diploma Level3

Business National Foundation Diploma Level3 including Enterprise

AAT Certificate in Accounting Level2


Performing Arts

ComputerScience& ICT



Information Technology Diploma Level3(incorporating Cybersecurity, Multimedia and Website Development)

Esports Academy

Esports (incorporating Maths & English) Diploma Level3

Computer Science (Cloud Computing, Web & Game) Diploma Level3

Insight into Esports Certificate Level1

Multimedia & Digital Literacy Diploma Level2(incorporating maths & English)

ESOL 16-18

Vocational Studies (Bridge to Success) Level1

Vocational Studies EntryLevel3(Entrance to Success)

Introduction to Multimedia & Digital Literacy Level3(incorporating maths & English)




Dance Diploma Level3

Performing Arts Diploma Level1


Musical Theatre Diploma Level3

Performing Arts Diploma Level2

UAL Media Arts Diploma Level3

Production Arts with Acting Diploma Level3

The Professional Performance and Production in Music Diploma Level3

UAL Performance Professional Diploma Level4

Acting Diploma Level3


Applied Science Level2

Fitness Foundation Diploma Level3

Activity Leadership Certificate Level2

Applied Science Level3

Sutton Coldfield Rugby Academy

Sutton Coldfield Golf Academy

Birmingham Mets Basketball Academy

Sport & Active Leisure Diploma Level1

Boldmere St. Michaels FC Football Academy (men’s)

Sport Coaching & Development Foundation Diploma Level3

Sport Extended Certificate Level2

Severn Stars Student Athlete/Netball Academy Level3

Sport & Exercise Sciences Foundation Diploma Level3

Sport Foundation Diploma Level3


SPORT

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Boldmere St. Michaels FC Football Academy (women’s)

Aviation Operations Level3

Introductory in Travel & Tourism Level1

Travel & Tourism Extended Certificate Level2

Travel & Tourism Level3

Uniformed Services Introductory Diploma Level1

Uniformed Services Extended Certificate Level1

Uniformed Services Level3

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A levels

Biology Alevel

English Language Alevel

Maths Alevel

Physics Alevel

Psychology Alevel

Business Alevel

English Literature Alevel

Media Studies Alevel

History Alevel

Film Studies Alevel

Fine Art Alevel

Religious Studies Alevel

Sociology Alevel

Chemistry AlevelPhilosophy Alevel

Politics Alevel

Law Alevel

Drama and Theatre Studies Alevel

Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) Alevel

A LevelsOur A Level Centre at Sutton Coldfield College has been designed to be an inspirational place to study. We have the highest ambitions for our students to become confident young adults equipped with the skills and qualities needed to inform and drive change in their chosen field.


La-Feequa A* in Sociology, A in Anthropology and a B in Psychology


ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships

Apprenticeships

Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship

Horticulture Apprenticeship

Bricklayer Apprenticeship

Installation Electrician Apprenticeship

Infrastructure Technician Apprenticeship

Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Carpentry Apprenticeship

Junior Content Producer Apprenticeship

Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship

Paralegal Apprenticeship

Early Years Educator Apprenticeship

Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship

Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) Apprenticeship

Professional Accounting Technician ApprenticeshipDental Nurse Apprenticeship

Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Engineering Apprenticeship

HR Support Apprenticeship Why train as an apprentice?

+ Weofferover30differentsectorbasedapprenticeships

+ Receivearecognisedquailificaiononcompletionofanapprentceship

+ Apprenticeshipsstartatvarioustimesthroughouttheyearandareopentoanyoneaged16+thathasleftschool

+ Apprenticeshipsusuallytakebetweenoneandtwoyearstocomplete

+ Trainingisdeliveredthroughacombinationofonandoffthejobtraininghelpingtoimproveyouremployability

+ Earnwhileyoulearn,whilstdevelopinglifelongskillsandyourearningpotential!


“My apprenticeship was the perfect choice for me!”

“My apprenticeship was the perfect choice for me!”

“Initially when I was at school, I had no real idea about my next steps. I knew I wanted to go into engineering but wasn’t sure which route would be best for me.

“Discovering my engineering apprenticeship at HydraForce was definitely the perfect choice for me!

“My time at James Watt College has been extremely positive and rewarding! I’ve been able to achieve a range of qualifications and training that will help me for the rest of my life.”

Ritik Former Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice and Student Governor


“I overcame challenges with the support I needed!”

“It was a good challenge for me working full time, studying and looking after three children. Luckily during the apprenticeship, I had the support I needed to be able to do that.

“The staff and students at Sutton Coldfield College are great. Getting to the end of a mammoth task at the end of my portfolio was definitely rewarding and a highlight of my apprenticeship!”

Helen AA3 Accounts Assistant Apprentice


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Art Design&Art

Design&AVERAGE

EARNINGS POTENTIAL

£25- 30K**potential guide only

MBC SCC

Art & Design Why study Art & Design?

+ThecreativesectorcontinuestogrowatmorethantwicetherateofotherindustriesandispivotaltotheUKeconomy(thesectormakesup5.5%oftheeconomyasawhole)

+Youwillacquirenewandspecialistskillsthatwillleadtoacareerintheindustry

+OurcoursesareaccreditedbytheprestigiousUALAB(UniversityoftheArtsLondonAwardingBody)

+Youwilllearnincuttingedgedesignfacilities+Youwillworkonliveprojectsforrealclients&developa

portfolioofworktoshowprospectiveemployers


BUSINESS& PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AVERAGE

EARNINGS POTENTIAL £45K**potential guide only

MBC SCC

Business & Professional Services Why study a Business & Professional qualification?

+Thebusinessandprofessionalservicessectorisalargeareaofgrowthacrosstheregion

+Highstartingsalariesandearlyresponsibilityaretobeexpected+Wehavestronglinkswithfirmsacrossthesector+AspartoftheGreaterBirminghamProfessionalAcademyat

MatthewBoultonCollege,studentswillgetanopportunityto:-haveamentorandreceiveone-to-oneguidanceandsupportfrom

professionalsinthesector-Attendworkshopsfrombusinessleaderswithinourpartner

organisations–tohelpexpandyourbusinessknowledgeandawareness

+Therearenumerousworkexperienceopportunitieswithlocalandnationalorganisations

+Youwilllearntransferrableskillsandgainaglobalperspective+Thereareaccountsandbusinessapprenticeshipsavailablewithus!


Anisha Business Studies Level 3

“My apprenticeship will open doors!“

“Everything you’re taught is linked to different job roles and the career paths you can follow. The talks you have from different companies and people working in marketing, HR, finance and business inspire you!

“My apprenticeship is a good opportunity for me. It will open doors and is a route towards me working in a banking environment.”


AVERAGE EARNINGS

POTENTIAL

*potential guide only

JWC MBC SCC£17-

23K*

Childcare & Early YearsWhy study Childcare & Early Years?

+Thechildcareandearlyyearssectorisworth£5.57billionintheUKandthereisaconstantdemandforhigh-qualitycareprofessionals

+Benefitfromdirectentryintoyourchosenprofession–primaryschoolsteachingornursery/earlyyearssettings

+WeofferarangeofchildcarecoursesfromLevel1toLevel3+Childcareapprenticeshipsavailablewithus!


ComputerScience& ICT

AVERAGE EARNINGS

POTENTIAL

£35- 50K**potential guide only

MBC SCC

Computer Science & ICTWhy study Computer Science and ICT?

+Wecontinutetoliveinawondroustimefortechnologyandacareerinthissectorwillleadtomultipleopportunties

+Oursoftwareexpertisewillenhancetheknowledgeyougainandwewillensureyou’reusingcuttingedgetechnologyduringyourstudieswithus

+Ourcoursesprovideanopportunitytoprogresswithusontohigherlevelcoursesincludingapprenticeships,HNDsanddegreesinComputerScience

+ICTapprenticeshipsareavailablewithus!


CON-STRUCT-ION

AVERAGE EARNINGS

POTENTIAL £36K**potential guide only

JWC ESC

ConstructionWhy study Construction?

+Thebuildingtradeissoaring–withover200,000constructionjobssettobecreatedinthenextfiveyears,accordingtotheConstructionIndustryTrainingBoard

+AtJamesWattCollegeyouwillbetaughtinourBaxiInnovationAcademy-oneoftheUK’sleadingfacilitiesfortheteachingofconstruction.

+AttheErdingtonSkillsCentre,youcanlearntraditionaltradessuchascarpentry,bricklaying,plumbingandelectricaltechniques

+Yougettobuildthestuffpeopledependonandseeimmediateresultsfromyourwork–whodoesn’twanttomakeadifference?!

+Constructionapprenticeshipsavailablewithus!

School of the built environment

+NewtoBMetistheSchooloftheBuiltEnvironment–deliveredbytheconstructionteachingteamatJamesWattCollege.

+TheSchoolofBuiltEnvironment(SOBE)providesclearpathwaysintoemploymentorprogressiontofurtherhighereducationstudywithinadynamic,excitingandconsistentlyevolvingsector.

+OurnewSchoolofBuiltEnvironmenthasfulltimecoursesforschoolleaverswheretheycangainqualificationsanddevelopskillsinordergetemploymentwithinthisever-advancingandfast-movingindustry.

+SOBEoffersindustryrecognisedQualificationswithintheConstructionandtheBuiltEnvironmentsectorwhichcanleadtoanexcitingcareerinthesector.


Nathanial Construction Multi-Skills and Prince’s Trust Programme


“James Watt College has a great atmosphere and has been a very rewarding experience for me.”

“I have met some really good people – both students and teachers, who have helped me to progress throughout my studies.”

“I am looking forward to seeing what further skills I can obtain whilst being here and what exciting career lies ahead of me!”

Engineering AVERAGE EARNINGS


JWC

EngineeringWhy study Engineering?

+Engineeringisabroadfieldthatoffersexcitingcareeropportunitieswhereyou’llgettobecreative,solveproblemsandexplorehowthingsworkeveryday

+Engineeringcanofferachancetocontinuallydevelopandimproveaproductorrangeofproducts,makingadifferencetopeople’slives.

+Railengineeringisanotherkeysectorthatwearecurrentlyworkingin,withahugegrowthinourownrailacademy

+WehaveCADcoursesusingauto-cadandsolid-workssoftware–toequipyouwiththeabilitytoproducedrawingsofthehigheststandardforarchitecturalandengineeringdevelopment

+WehavepartnershipswithBMW,aswellasothermajornationalcompanies,whichmeansindustryinsightandsupport

+Weofferengineeringandmanufacturingapprenticeshipswithsomeoftheworld’slargestemployers


FA$HION AVERAGE EARNINGS


MBC

Fashion & BusinessWhy study Fashion & Business?

+Fashioncontributesnearly£21billiontotheUKeconomyandisthelargestemployerofallthecreativeindustries.

+AnumberofourcoursesareaccreditedbytheprestigiousUALAB(UniversityoftheArtsLondonAwardingBody)

+OurfashionlabsatMatthewBoultonCollegeattracthundredsoflearnerseagertolearninthevibrantsetting

+Youwillgettoworkoncollaborativeprojectsandtakepartinexcitingvisitsandactivities

+Benefitfromfirst-handexperienceonpracticalprojectssuchasorganisingan‘onlocation’photoshoot,anendofyearshow,producingamagazine,creatingacatwalkeventorrunningapopupshop


Jack UAL Extended Diploma in Fashion Level 3


“I’ve spent the best two years of my life here!”

“My two years studying fashion at Mathew Boulton College, have been the best years of my life. I’ve learned new skills from my friends and tutors, which will stay with me as I go on into the future.

“BMet has prepared me for different things from university level coursework, to meeting new people, which has contributed to making me a more experimental and confident person.“

Foundation LearningFoundation Learning JWC MBC SCC

Foundation LearningWhy study Foundation Learning?

+FoundationLearningisthenamegiventocoursesatEntryLeveltoLevel1andisagreatopportunityforyoutocontinueyoureducationatyourownpace

+Weofferpersonalisedprogrammesallaimedatyourneeds,withlotsofsupport–soyoucangetthemostoutofyourcourse

+Coursesarebitesizedtokeepyouinterested,motivatedandinspiredandtheexperiencewillgiveyouanewloveoflearning-thatyoumayhavethoughtyou’dneverhave!

+MostofourstudentsgoontostudyLevel1,2and3qualificationsinawidevarietyofsubjectareas.


Precious Life and living skills


“I’ve had a fantastic time whilst learning a range of new things!”

“I definitely feel that James Watt College has catered for my needs. The support I have received here is invaluable and I have had a fantastic and fun time, whilst learning a range of new things that will be helpful in my future.

“This college has really built my confidence and I know that an exciting and interesting career awaits!”

MEDI

A

AVERAGE EARNINGS


JWC

Games DesignWhy study Games Design?

+Beatthecentreofthefutureofentertainment-thevideogamesectorisbooming,andshowingnosignsofslowingdown

+WehaveledthewayindeliveringgamesdesignandprogrammingintheMidlandsforoveradecade

+Thecoursesfusetraditionalanddigitalarttechniquestodesigncharacters,assetsandenvironmentsforcomputergames

+Youareencouragedtoexperimentwithavarietyoftechniquesandhoneyourown,individualstyleandbuildaportfoliotoaidyourprogressionintothegamesindustry

+YouwillusethelatestindustrystandardprofessionallevelsoftwareincludingAdobeCCandAutodeskMayaandwilllearntocreateprofessionallevelassetssuchascharacters,vehicles,environmentsandobjectsforcurrentgenplatformssuchasPC,PlaystationandXbox

+Utilizetraditionalanddigitalartanddesigntechniquestofulfilcreative‘live’briefs+Workwithourindustryexperiencedstafftogrowasartistsanddevelopers



AVERAGE EARNINGS


JWC MBC SCC

Health & Social CareWhy study Health & Social Care?

+Promotingahealthylifestyle,caringfortheelderlyandinfirmandbecomingamedicalpractitioner,arearguablysomeofthemostfulfillingcareerpathsapersoncouldpursue.

+Othercareersincludeworkinginchildren’shealthcare,mentalhealthcare,midwifery,socialworkandteaching

+Healthcareisoneofthefastestgrowingsectors.Aspeoplelivelonger,moreandmorepeopleneedcareandsupport,soyoucanrestassuredthattherewillalwaysbeahugedemandforyourskillsandexperience

+Benefitfromspecialistteachingwithustofutureproofyourcareer+Gainhandsonexperienceataseriesofpracticalworkshops


Horticulture &Conservation

AVERAGE EARNINGS


BBG MBC

Horticulture & ConservationWhy study Horticulture & Conservation?

+OurHorticulturalAcademybasedatBirminghamBotanicalGardensspecialisesinprovidingqualificationsinhorticultureandconservation

+Horticulturequalificationsprovideessentialskillsforworkinginmanydifferentland-basedareasincludinglandscaping,treesurgery,parksandrecreationandgardencentres

+Studyinuniquesurroundingswith15acresoflandscapedgardensplantedwithroses,alpines,perennials,raretreesandshrubs

+Coursesareidealforthoselookingforacareerinhorticulture,floristryandconservation

+Guestlecturesfromindustryexpertsandworkshopstohelpexpandyourknowledge

+Benefitfromamentorprogramme–whereyouwillreceiveone-to-oneguidanceandsupportfromsectorprofessionals

+Horticultureapprenticeshipsavailablewithus!


Media Performing ArtsAVERAGE

EARNINGS POTENTIAL £42K**potential guide only

JWC SCC

Media, Music & PerformanceWhy study Media, Music & Performance?

+MediaProductionatJamesWattCollegecoversawiderangeofdigitalandcreativemediaareassuchasfilm,television,animation,radio,print,webandsocialmedia

+WeencourageyoutodevelopascontentproducersandastheMediaProductioncoursedevelopsyou’llspendmoretimeworkinginthemediaareathatmostinterestsyou.

+Enjoythebenefitofusingourprofessionalfacilitiesincludingourindustrystandardbroadcastandradiosuite,greenscreenroomandMacsuiteatJamesWattCollegeandourfabulousprofessionaltheatreatSuttonColdfieldCollege

+Gettoworkonliveprojectbriefswithlocalcommunityandindustryorganisations

+Workwithourcelebrated,industryexperiencedteachingstaff+OurPerformingArtsAcademy–basedatSuttonColdfield

Collegehasagrowingreputationforexcellenceintheteachingofacting,danceandmusicaltheatre


“Sutton Coldfield College helped my pursuit of finding ways to perfect my craft!”

“I’ve always known that I wanted to be an actor and my time at Sutton Coldfield College helped me to further pursue my dreams. I was able to learn different perspectives, which helped mould me as a performer.

“Being a student here was so much fun and so helpful in my pursuit of finding ways to perfect my craft. It also gave me confidence with people.”

Dominic Performing Arts


medical&Science AVERAGE EARNINGS


MBC SCC

Medical & ScienceWhy study Medical & Science?

+Ourcollegesboastexceptionallaboratoriesfortheteachingofapplied,forensicandmedicalscience.

+WearealsotheregionalSTEM(Science,Technology,EngineeringandMathematics)CentrefortheWestMidlands

+WehostandparticipateinmanyeventsthatpromotethestudyofthesesubjectsatGCSElevelandbeyond

+CoursesindentalarerunatMatthewBoultonCollege


SPORT Fitness AVERAGE EARNINGS


SCC

Sport & Exercise ScienceWhy study Sport & Exercise Science?

+ Ifyouwanttocombineyourloveofsportwithacareerinthefitnessindustry,ourcoursesareperfectforyou.Youcouldendupbeingapersonaltrainer,PEteacherorsportscoach.

+ Wehaveexcellentfacilitiestolearnin–todevelopyoursportingprowessandknowledge!+ SportsperformanceandexcellencecoursesaredeliveredatSuttonColdfieldCollege


TRAVEL& TOURISM

AVERAGE EARNINGS


SCC

Travel & TourismWhy study Travel & Tourism?

+ Ourtravelandtourismqualificationswillgiveyoutheknowledgeandskillsrequiredtopursuecareersintouroperations,accommodation,promotion,hospitalityandeventplanning.

+ TheAirlineCabinRoomatSuttonColdfieldCollegegivesarealtasteoftheairlineindustry–withpassengerseatingareasandaisles.

+ StudentswillalsogainavarietyofexperienceatUKairportsaspartoftheircourse

+ Travelandtourismisoneofthebiggestindustriesintheworldandprovidesawealthofemploymentopportunitiesaroundtheglobe

+ Bystudyingtourism,youpositionyourselfrightintheverycentreoftheserviceindustry.Youwilllearnskillsthataretransferabletomanyotherindustries



AVERAGE EARNINGS


SCC

Uniformed Public ServicesWhy study Uniformed Public Services?

+Ourcoursesprovideyouwithastrongskillsandknowledgebase;preparingyouforacareerwithinthearmedforces,police,fire,ambulance,navy,RAF,prison,securityorimmigrationservices

+You’llgettovisitarmybarracks,RAFbasesandtraininggrounds,sothatyoucandevelopabetterunderstandingofwhatitmeanstorepresenttheuniformedservices

+Physicalfitnessisveryimportantinmanyoftheseroles,alongwithgoodcommunication,teamworkingandproblemsolvingskills


If there’s one thing being part of BMet gives you, it’s the freedom to own your future.

We hope that you have found our prospectus to be an interesting read.

With us you choose your goals, your subject, and the qualification you want to study for and you can be confident that whichever path you choose will lead to a bright and prosperous future.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Apply today – visit bmet.ac.uk


James Watt College Aldridge Road, Great Barr B44 8NE

- Erdington Skills Centre Edwards Road, Erdington B24 9EW

Matthew Boulton College Jennens Road B4 7PS

- Birmingham Botanical Gardens Westbourne Road B15 3TR

Sutton Coldfield College Lichfield Road B74 2NW

t: 0121 446 4545 w: bmet.ac.uk e: [email protected]

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