SUPPORTING YOU TO SUCCEED STUDYING AT CNWL GUIDE TO COURSES FOR SCHOOL LEAVERS AND ADULTS SUCCESS STARTS HERE WHAT MAKES CNWL A GREAT PLACE TO LEARN? www.cnwl.ac.uk
College of North West London has 2 CAMPUSES Our Willesden Campus is just 5 minutes walk from DOLLIS HILL STATION (Jubilee line, zone 3) and close to major roads and rail network. WEMBLEY PARK DOLLIS HILL Opposite Wembley Park tube station (Jubilee/Metropolitan Line, Zone 4). A short walk from Wembley Stadium, Wembley Arena and London Designer Outlet shopping and leisure complex. 6000 1200 1000 ADULT STUDENTS (19+) studying full-time, part-time or short courses. SCHOOL LEAVERS (16-18) studying full-time courses. APPRENTICES training with us one day per week as part of their employment. We also have a select group of under-16s studying vocational qualifications with us as part of their school programme. We aim to be London’s Leading Skills College. In the last two years, our students have won five gold medals and several more silver and bronze at WorldSkills UK (The UK’s annual ‘Skills Olympics’). We run courses in around 20 subject areas with particular specialisms including construction, engineering, science, catering and hairdressing. For more details see: www.cnwl.ac.uk/success Some of our training facilities, for example in Refrigeration, Gas and Vehicle Engineering, are unique in London and attract students from a wide area. Each year we welcome around:
9 out of 10 CNWL students say “I am happy with my college.” 1 89% of CNWL students say “I am kept interested in my classes/course.” (5% higher than average). 1 95% of students agree that they are developing the Maths skills needed to get a job or move to higher study. 1 Achievement rates: 88% rising to 2012-13 1 2 91% 2014-15 2 Independent UK wide survey of Further Education students, QDP 2015 College Self-Assessment Report, 2014-15 “ I like everything including meeting new people from different countries. Because I am learning English, I can speak easily with new people.” ESOL student “ Teachers are very friendly and helpful. If I have any problems they help me every time. Thanks a lot for this chance.” English student “ The College actively promotes inclusive learning and for students to take ownership of their progress and learning in a positive way.” Teaching student 03 What our students say A small selection of quotes about CNWL from our students in the 2015 learner survey: “ I like how the College actively encourages anti-bullying and gives confidence to all students... very friendly supportive environment.” Vehicle engineering student “ I am very happy to say that I am improving my skills. My teachers are very kind and helpful.” Accounting student “ The support in the class is very, very good and without it I would not be where I am now. I am very grateful.” IT student “ Excellent tuition in a good environment.” Accounting student “ I have learnt a lot about young children and I have been improving my English and maths as well.” Childcare student
CONTENTS WHY CHOOSE CNWL? COURSE LEVELS COURSES JOINING THE COLLEGE APPRENTICESHIPS STUDENT SUPPORT HAVING FUN 05 06 07 08 11 12 15 04 www.cnwl.ac.uk
WHY CHOOSE CNWL? As London’s skills college, our courses are designed to help prepare you for success in your career. We are the supplier of choice to many employers training their workforce, supporting over 1000 apprentices per year. We have great London locations at Willesden and Wembley Park. You will learn from skilled and trained teachers, many of whom have current or recent industry experience. We will welcome you, help you settle in, ensure you are on the right course and support you to succeed. Achievement rates have risen to over 90% in the past two years. Find out more: www.cnwl.ac.uk/success 05
COURSE LEVELS When you come to join a course at CNWL, we will ensure that you are put onto the level of course most suitable for you. The course level will enable you to develop and build your skills, while also giving you the best opportunity to succeed, pass and progress. Most courses at CNWL range from ‘entry’ level (basic skills) through to Level 3 (A Level equivalent). The level you start on depends on your existing skills and qualifications. To decide what level you will start on, we will: • Consider what course you want to do and what experience you have in that subject • Look at your existing qualifications (e.g. GCSEs) especially English and Maths • In some cases, you will do an ‘initial assessment’ - this is not an exam, but a way of seeing the best level for you to start your studies at. Many of our students start with us at Level 3, while many more progress through a range of levels to reach their ambitions. CNWL also teach a range of Higher Education (HE) courses. To find out more, ask us, look out for Level 4 or 5 courses under www.cnwl.ac.uk/courses or see www.cnwl.ac.uk/HE 06 www.cnwl.ac.uk
COURSES KEY: 1 16-18 2 Adults 3 Taught at Wembley Park 4 Taught at Willesden 5 Part-time 6 Full-time 7 Short course available 8 Higher Education course available Accountancy Apprenticeships Auto Engineering Beauty Therapy Brickwork Business Carpentry and Joinery Childcare Computing and IT Construction Skills Electrical Installation Electronic Engineering Engineering (Mechanical) English ESOL Football Academy 1 2 3 5 6 8 Hairdressing 1 2 3 4 5 8 Health and Social Care 1 2 4 5 6 Hospitality and Catering 1 2 3 5 6 7 Media 1 2 4 5 6 Painting and Decorating 1 2 3 5 6 8 Plastering 1 2 4 5 6 Plumbing 1 2 4 5 6 Public Services 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Radio 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 1 2 4 5 6 7 Science 1 2 4 5 6 Sport and Fitness 1 2 4 5 6 8 Supported Learning 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Teaching 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Welding and Fabrication 1 3 6 Get course details from our website: www.cnwl.ac.uk/courses or contact our course information centre on 020 8208 5050 or cic@cnwl.ac.uk. Alternatively drop in to one of our campuses and talk to someone. We also have a new range of e-learning courses. See www.cnwl.ac.uk for details. 07 1 2 3 5 6 7 1 2 4 5 6 1 2 3 5 6 7 1 4 6 1 2 4 5 6 1 2 4 5 6 1 2 4 5 6 1 2 4 6 1 2 4 7 1 2 4 5 6 1 2 4 6 2 4 5 7 1 2 4 6 2 3 4 5 8 1 2 4 5 6 7
JOINING THE COLLEGE It is easy to apply and join the college. You can apply following the course links on our website, by post (we’ll send you a form if you contact us) or in person. We also run many open events and enrolment sessions during the year. Enrolment events: Saturday 25 June 2016 25 August - 9 September 2016 Open evenings: Young people, adult learners and parents all welcome. For the next date see: www.cnwl.ac.uk/open-evening AGED 16-19? Students under 19 are enrolled onto a study programme. Alongside your main vocational course you will take part in other classes and activities that help you on the road to your ambitions. Depending on your GCSE grades when you join us, your Study Programme could include: • Main qualification • Tutorial • English and Maths • Work Skills activities (e.g. enterprise, employability) • Enrichment (e.g. sport, interest group activities) • Digital media programme (a groundbreaking communication and entrepreneurship course run in partnership with the Press Association). 08 www.cnwl.ac.uk
Okethia Fagan English “ As I have a hearing impairment I needed to learn British Sign Language. I studied with City Lit and then came to CNWL through their partnership with the College. I’m studying English, and want to develop my language skills so I can progress to a construction course. The College provides a good environment for people like me with a hearing impairment. We are supported by signers as the College works with City Lit. We are integrated in a class with hearing students - at first it was difficult to communicate but I have enjoyed teaching the other students some signing and it has helped us to encourage each other’s learning.” Nikolett Peteri ESOL Together with her classmates at the College, Nikolett helped create an exhibition held at Brent Civic Centre about the history of Brent’s Somali community. “ Working on this project, talking to other people who have learned English as an adult, I felt quite relaxed and it has helped me improve my spoken English as well as my writing. It was very enjoyable to speak to people from different backgrounds and ask them questions about their history. It’s been such a great experience for me, I’ve really enjoyed it.” 09 CASE STUDY CASE STUDY
Muhammad Hussain Electronic and Electrical Engineering Level 3 Muhammad is also studying Maths and English at the College which is helping him prepare for moving on to more advanced work. “ I completed Level 2 at another college but chose to come to CNWL for Level 3 as CNWL has the best facilities for Engineering that I have seen! I am also able to do some work in Mechanical Engineering here which is helping to give me more rounded skills for when I go to University. I have been offered a place at Middlesex University studying Mechatronics, which combines mechanical, electronic and computer engineering.” Nicole De Vere, Shaneal & Shariae Johnson Three young women studying construction “ I started off taking a beauty course at another college, but I decided I wanted to work in construction so came to CNWL where they have these great facilities. My sister is also on the course - we have a hearing impairment and have a signer with us when we are in lessons so we can understand what we are being taught.” Shaneal Johnson 10 www.cnwl.ac.uk CASE STUDY CASE STUDY
APPRENTICESHIPS An apprenticeship is a training programme for people in employment. We work with around 1000 apprentices from several hundred employers every year. Many students progress from full-time qualifications at CNWL into apprenticeship roles once they have the skills and qualifications to get onto the career ladder. We currently run apprenticeship training programmes in over 20 professions including Construction, Civil Engineering, Motor Vehicle Engineering, Business Administration and Salon Services. SUCCESS STARTS HERE 11 We are one of only two colleges training Building Services and Civil Engineering apprentices for the prestigious Technician Apprenticeship Consortium. Our apprenticeship success rate is 12% ABOVE National Average (CNWL 82%, National Average 70%)
STUDENT SUPPORT CNWL provides a range of services for all students, to help ensure your time with us is successful and enjoyable. FINANCIAL SUPPORT Choosing to study is making an investment in your future. If you need help with the costs of being a student, our team of professional advisers will help you understand and apply for what is available. Students at CNWL access a range of financial support depending on their personal circumstances. For more details see www.cnwl.ac.uk/support, contact us on hardshipfund@cnwl.ac.uk or speak to us at an open evening/enrolment day. Financial support available includes: • Hardship Fund (available to 16-18s and adult learners) • 24+ Learning Loan (a government loan to students aged 24+ see: www.cnwl.ac.uk/24plus) • Higher Education fees and maintenance loans (see: www.gov.uk/student-finance) 12 www.cnwl.ac.uk 50,000 hours of computer-based private study took place in the College 21,000 books and learning resources were borrowed from our learning centres Source: CNWL statistical analysis of all students in 2014-15 RESOURCES FOR YOU • Starbucks coffee shops (both campuses) • Hot and cold food cafes and vending machines (both campuses) • Open Learning Environment (Wembley Park) • Learning Resource Centre (Willesden Campus) • Student Room (Willesden Campus) • Tower Restaurant (Wembley Park) • Hair and Beauty Salons (Wembley Park)
Haishat Momodu Media Haishat is seen here with James Bond film actor and Freerunning pioneer Sebastian Foucan, who presented her with prizes in two categories at the College’s 2015 Student Awards. “ Marketing and advertising are major employers and at the forefront of developing technology in media. CNWL gives you the chance to develop the creative approach needed for imaginative advertising. We also practice the video and digital design skills essential in the industry.” Aiste Railaite NVQ in Hairdressing Aiste came first in the national association of hairdressers and therapists competition in the ‘cut and blow’ category. “ I am so happy to have won the award. The creativity that goes into Hairdressing is what drives me. I can find inspiration from everyday objects and transform someone’s hair into a piece of art. This competition was really fun, I loved the adrenaline coursing through my veins. The tutors have been fantastic and instilled me with the confidence I needed.” 13 CASE STUDY CASE STUDY
Sam Frith-Salem Sam was awarded an Institution of Civil Engineering Scholarship in 2015 Sam is studying Construction and the Built Environment at the College while working as a Technical Trainee with Arup, a global firm of consulting engineers. He has had the opportunity to work on a number of interesting projects including the refurbishment of the Victoria and Albert Museum. “ I hope in the future to get a degree and become a director of an engineering coordination company. I have been selected for a scholarship by the ICE which will get me one step closer to achieving my dreams.” Iuliana Petrescu Runner Up, Pearson UK Student of the Year Awards 2015 “ I studied Business at CNWL because I have always been interested in how different businesses operate and perform. This course has helped me develop my communication and teamwork skills. The teachers motivated me to success in the classroom and the ‘Market Maker’ Entrepreneurship competition.” 14 www.cnwl.ac.uk CASE STUDY CASE STUDY
HAVING FUN The college runs a wide range of activities open to all students including: • Sports • Trips • Cultural Celebrations, parties and other events • Competitions and talent shows Over 4000 attendances at ‘enrichment’ activities organised by the college last year. Students who took part in enrichment activities were 10% SUCCESS STARTS HERE 15 more likely to succeed in their course than those who did not. HAVING YOUR SAY! All students are members of the students union, and have the opportunity to get involved in the running of the college through the student council. We are committed to listening to students and using that feedback to improve college services and your experience at CNWL. At CNWL you will have the opportunity to take part in a huge range of out-of-class activities. But it doesn’t stop there. We make sure students get the chance to be involved in creating and running events, which helps you develop a range of administrative, organisational and teamworking skills and experiences that will be valuable when you move on from college.
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