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Course Code: NFVFS05P

Course Level: Entry Level

Study Mode: Full-Time

Course Type: Foundation Studies

Course overview

The course aims to equip you with the skills and qualifications to progress onto a Level 1 programme or to improve your chances of obtaining paid employment. This is a one year course, where you will develop your Maths and English alongside your ability to organise, plan and produce assignment work. 

The course aims to equip you with the skills and qualifications to progress onto a Level 1 programme or to improve your chances of obtaining paid employment. This is a one year course, where you will develop your Maths and English alongside your ability to organise, plan and produce assignment work.

This programme has no formal entry requirements but you should be able to work at Entry Level 3.

Alongside the development of your English and Maths, we complete 3 main phases on our Entry 3 Foundation Course.

Phase 1 - Initial assessment, Student welfare, Mind-set, Teambuilding, Assignment guidance, Organisation and Enrichment.

Phase 2 - Vocational assessment period (2 core and then choice of units)

Phase 3 - Next steps - Preparation for Level 1, Employment support and career guidance.

Contact Mel Aubrey, Course Leader, email Mel.Aubrey@nscg.ac.uk

Students who compete this course commonly move onto the level 1 Progression Pathways course, or employment.

This course is free for anyone aged 16 – 18.

College Maintenance Allowance (CMA): Anyone with a gross household income under £30,000 can receive financial support to cover college related costs such as transport, meals, course equipment and uniform. Bursary support is based on individual circumstances and will be allocated to best suit your individual needs.

A range of other financial support is available depending on your personal circumstances. For more details visit nscg.ac.uk/finance

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Some of the many activities we are involved in include:

  • Duke of Edinburgh Award
  • NCS
  • Army engagement events
  • Community contribution events
  • FA college Football events
  • Taster sessions and links to next steps
  • Community project work