Northern College launches new courses for 2021-22

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Northern College retains independence and launches new course programme

The future is bright at Northern College. We are here to stay as an independent charity with secured funding to roll out an exciting new course programme to support adults to re-enter education and transform their lives.

During this period of growth, we have also modernised our brand, are getting ready to launch a new website, and are recruiting for new staff to a range of exciting new roles.

Why study at Northern College? Our students tell us why and share our outstanding student achievement rates (2018-19).

Virtual events and on-campus tours

We are running on-campus events and tours where you can visit the college, see the facilities yourself and speak with our experts who will be able to provide advice and guidance. We are also running virtual events where you can meet us remotely. The choice is yours.

Come learn about our new exciting course programme for 2021-22 and studying with us. Our staff will be on hand to answer any questions and make you feel welcome.

On campus event: Wednesday, 11 August 2021
12pm to 1pm
Book your free place

Virtual event: Wednesday, 11 September 2021
10am to 11am
Book your free place

On campus event: Wednesday, 15 September 2021
6pm to 7pm
Book your free place

Still time to apply for our Access to Higher Education programme

We have a few remaining residential and non-residential places on our level 3 Access to Higher Education courses starting from September 2021, to fast-track you to university:

Book early to avoid disappointment. Our Access to Higher Education programme had a 100 per cent pass rate (2018-19) and we receive excellent feedback from our students: "Great tutors and I loved being in such picturesque surroundings, what a beautiful place to learn." (Access to Higher Education student, 2019-20)

Worried about paying for your course? Most students aged 19 to 23 do not need to pay for our access courses, if they do not have a full level 3 qualification already. Eligible students aged 24 and over can take out an Advanced Learner Loan and don’t need to repay if they complete their degree afterwards, or until they earn a certain amount - essentially studying for free.

Not quite ready to study at level 3? We also support many students to gain the study skills they need at level 2. This includes our Level 2 Pre-Access Diploma (Health Professions, Level 2 Pre-Access Diploma (Social Studies), and various English, maths and digital qualifications you need to achieve your goals. We can provide you with guidance on most appropriate course level when you apply, or contact us to learn more.

Launch of new fast-track level 3 Business and Enterprise courses

Interested in working in business, or becoming a budding entrepreneur?

Alongside a new programme of business and enterprise short courses, we have launched two exciting new fast-track level 3 qualifications (equivalent to an A-level) starting this year to help you progress to university or a higher-level role in the workplace.

Level 3 Diploma in Management Skills and Knowledge (25 September 2021 to 15 January 2022, delivered residentially over nine weekends on a residential basis). This is free to all adults aged 19 and over who don’t already have a level 3 qualification, or you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan you don’t pay back until earning over a certain amount.

Level 3 Applied General Certificate in Business and Enterprise (13 October 2021 to 12 May 2022, non-residential and taking place very Wednesday and Thursday on campus during the day). This is free to all adults aged 19-23 who don't already have a level 3 qualification, or you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Our new short course programme in business and enterprise covers a range of important subjects, including marketing, social media marketing and management techniques. We also offer a new career transition day for working in a business environment.

Learn more

New GCSE Language Lift qualification

Would you like to achieve your GCSE English or Maths? GCSE English and Maths qualifications are essential for many adults to gain access to further or higher education, and a requirement of many employers.

In light of this, we are now offering the new GCSE English Language Lift (9-1) qualification which has been designed to engage and motivate adults through a choice of contemporary texts, relatable modern themes, and skills-based writing tasks. This qualification is an alternative to the current GCSE English Language qualification as opposed to a replacement, and holds the same value. We have evening and daytime study options available for you, so you can choose the best option for your needs. This is alongside our GCSE Maths option.

Learn more about English and Maths

Would you like a career helping adults change their lives for the better? Passionate about education?

Then we would love to hear from you! Northern College is recruiting new staff during a period of growth to drive forward our new strategic plan 'Our 2025 Ambition'. As a result, we have a number of vacancies for teaching and support staff based at our superb campus.

Can you help adults to transform those lives through adult education? Do you want to work in a unique adult learning environment, surrounded by over 500 acres of National Trust gardens and parkland staff can access for free? You will have the opportunity to really shape your role and develop your career with the college. Come join our ambitious and friendly team.

Visit www.northern.ac.uk/jobs

Take a look inside our wonderful covid-secure building where you will study alongside like-minded adults, in a relaxed and friendly environment surrounded by over 500 acres of National Trust gardens and parkland for you to explore.

'Shrek' at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Watch Shrek on the big screen in the magical setting of Wentworth Castle Gardens, the gardens and parkland surrounding our college which is managed by the National Trust. For one evening only, enjoy this retro classic with friends under the towering lime trees of Lady Lucy’s walk. We'll also provide some leaflets for you to learn more about the college too.

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