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  • Business Administrator - Level 3 Apprenticeship (WBL)

    Apprenticeships (16+)

    An Apprenticeship in Business Administration provides both the company and employee with a sound structure through which to operate all of their functions. In today’s society the pace is fast and employees need to work more efficiently and effectively to help support the smooth operation of a business.

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  • Business BTEC Level 2

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Learn about the important elements of enterprise in the world of business. Over a one year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of Enterprise in the Business World, Finance, Marketing and Team Building in Business.  Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto the L3 Extended Diploma in Business.

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  • Business BTEC Level 3

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Over a two year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Project Management and Leadership Skills.  Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto Higher Education or employment in the business sector. Develop a real understanding of what is involved, both theoretically and practically, in becoming an effective business professional.

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  • Business Studies A Level

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Read our A Level Business Portfolio below and invest 2 years studying at Runshaw. A Level Business Studies is a two year course which encompasses a range of different topics which will help to prepare you for further education or entering the world of work. Previous students of the course who we have welcomed back for our A-Level Business Future’s Week event have all confirmed how studying A Level Business equipped them with the knowledge, skills & behaviours needed to be able to succeed at university or on the first step of their new career ladder.

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  • Chemistry A Level

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Get your lab coat on and think positively – just like a proton. A Level Chemistry is a two year course which will give you the opportunity to study a range of topics such as Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this subject typically progress onto a range of degree courses including: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Pharmacy, Pharmacology and Chemical Engineering.

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  • Children’s Care, Learning & Development Level 2

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Over a one year course you will develop a range of practical and theoretical childcare skills, such as, understanding children’s development and communication skills with children and adults. You will gain practical experience working with children in early years’ settings. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto the L3 in Children’s Play, Learning and Development. If you are excited by the prospect of working with children, gaining skills and qualifications along the way, with great prospects for your career, we are sure this is the course for you.

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  • Classical Civilisation A Level

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Uncover this A Level gem and become immersed in the fascinating period of history that has shaped the modern world. A Level Classical Civilisation is a two year course which will give you the opportunity to study a range of topics such as historical events and the culture of the Ancient World. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this subject typically progress onto a range of degree courses including: Archaeology, Ancient History, English, History and Sociology.

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  • Computer Science A Level

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Discover the solutions to computer problems and learn the science behind the technology. A Level Computer Science is a two year course which will give you the opportunity to become an effective designer and implementer of computing solutions. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this subject typically progress onto a range of degree courses including: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Games Development and Information Systems.

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  • Computing & IT BTEC Level 1/2/3

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Over a two year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of web-design, digital graphics, software development, networking, hardware repair and programming. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto Higher Education or employment in the computing industry. Get a good grounding in all aspects of computing and the means to study a specialist area at university.

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  • Core Maths

    School Leavers (16-18)

    A fantastic Maths qualification gained in just one year for those not wanting to study a full A Level Maths course. Core Maths is a Level 3 qualification which holds UCAS points for University. This course is particularly suitable for those students who are studying the following A Level subjects; Psychology, Economics, Business Studies, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Computer Science, and are not planning on doing A Level Maths alongside. The course provides support with the maths content in these subjects.

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  • Counselling - Level 2 Certificate in Skills

    Adults (19+)

    Counselling Skills involve the ability to actively listen to another person to hear and understand what they are trying to say, from their point of view. This portfolio-based course is designed for those who want to learn listening and counselling skills to help others, either in a voluntary or employed capacity, or those who want to find out more about the counselling field. Please note that this course does not qualify you to be a counsellor.

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  • Counselling - Level 3 Certificate in Studies

    Adults (19+)

    This course provides learning experiences which will enable you to develop and practise counselling skills. It will also increase your knowledge/understanding of such skills and look at counselling theories in more depth. It is specifically designed for those who want to take the next step towards training to become a counsellor.

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  • Counselling - Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

    Adults (19+)

    This part-time qualification gives learners the knowledge, skills and competencies to work as a therapeutic counsellor in an agency context. It is designed to lead to an employed or voluntary role in a counselling agency in both health care and non-medical settings. Learners with sufficient post qualification experience can also begin working as independent practitioners in private practice. The course is delivered one day a week over two years.

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  • Creative Media Production UAL Level 2

    School Leavers (16-18)

    Over a one year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of Moving Image (editing, lighting and camera), Digital Print, Photography and Audio Editing.  Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto the L3 Creative Media Production (Film and TV). A practical, work-based approach to learning, based on the television and film industry.

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  • Criminology Level 3 Applied Diploma WJEC

    School Leavers (16-18)

    From serial killers to the justice system, you’ll study the act of crime in forensic detail. Level 3 Applied Diploma in Criminology is a two year course, which you can study alongside A Levels. Teachers are specialists and use a variety of teaching methods to engage students in the study of crime, deviance and society’s response to these.

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