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Through practical workshops and trips, we will help you to develop your communication skills and your confidence speaking English.
We will help you develop a personal career plan to achieve your ambitions. We can also help you gain skills in maths and IT.
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Animation and Illustration - Level 3
Are you a hands-on creative thinker who loves the idea of developing characters and bringing them to life? If this sounds like you, this studio-based Animation and Illustration course is perfect for you.
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Creative Media Production - Level 3
This Creative Media Production course is a fantastic insight into the film industry. You will explore factual film, drama production, pre and post-production, script writing, online interactive content and the production of music video.
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Photography - Level 3
Put yourself in the frame for a career in photography with this hands-on commercial photography course.
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
T-Level - Digital Software Development (Digital Software Development) - Level 3
Make a career out of your passion for digital working with computers, games, websites and apps.
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
T-Level - Digital Infrastructure and Cyber Security (Digital Support and Security) - Level 3
If you're interested in data, digital environments and security, this Digital Support and Security T-Level is the course for you. Learn how to install, test and manage both physical and virtual infrastructure.
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Games Development - Level 3
If you want to work in the games industry, this two-year vocational course is a great place to start. Read more.
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
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16 - 18 College
Wherever your interests lie, you'll learn hands-on skills in first-class facilities, so you'll be ready to progress into work, an apprenticeship or higher education.
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