Priestley College courses

...skills and understanding you will need when moving towards a career in the uniformed services, such as the police, emergency fire services or prison service...

...the experiences and knowledge you will need to work in the travel industry and have a variety of visits and guest speakers to enhance your learning...

...At the end of each completed unit you are awarded either a pass, merit or distinction grade. PRIESTLEY EXTRA To further your vocational experience...

...could include Sign Language, First Aid and Play Therapy. You will also be invited to engage in international work experiences and study experiences along...

...Day visits and conferences and guest speakers will enhance your learning within the College...

...by two thirds coursework and one third external written examinations. PRIESTLEY EXTRA You will have the opportunity to take part in enrichment activities...

...for you which relate to your studies. We visit many hospital and care providers to extend your learning. Each year we visit Ambleside in the Lake District...

...alongside this programme such as AS/A Levels or a GCSE. WHAT SKILLS WILL I NEED AND DEVELOP? The Diploma is both challenging and stimulating...

...including literacy and numeracy strategies and the foundation stage curriculum. The course also covers a range of educational issues such as discipline...

...This is for both the AS and the A2 courses. PRIESTLEY EXTRA To develop your understanding of English you will be able to attend theatre performances...

...You should also be keen to share with, and justify your views to, your fellow students and to develop your writing skills so you can express your ideas clearly and logically...

...of skills that are highly regarded both by employers and universities. English Literature prepares you for careers which require good communication skills such as publishing...

...You can study French alongside many other degree subjects such as law, marketing, business or engineering. WHAT ARE THE KEY AREAS OF STUDY? For AS French...

...AS / A2 German WHY TAKE GERMAN? Have you enjoyed learning German at GCSE? Are you interested in learning how to discuss, in German, the world we live in today?...

...You will find that people skills and analysis plus having a language skill will give you the edge when applying for jobs as most companies have contact offices abroad...

...of the Romans through evidence found in Britain and Europe. You will explore five key religious sites and learn about religious change in the Roman Empire from 753BC to AD410...

...this may be the course for you. The Citizenship course focuses on: rights and responsibilities, what it means to be an active citizen and notions of identity...

...work and further academic study. WHAT ARE THE KEY AREAS OF STUDY? A variety of materials such as newspapers, internet articles, adverts, films and current...

...Topics include education, industrialisation, employment changes, equality, migration and human rights. Values and Beliefs that guide individuals and groups...

...It will help you understand the World today. The syllabus is designed to explore present day issues and provide you with an opportunity to develop your opinions...