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COURSESChoosing the Right Course 17

Our Courses 18

Course Listing Fact File 20

Courses Explained 22

CHOOSE USChoose Joseph Chamberlain College 5

Our Success 6

Facilities 7

Advice, Guidance & Pastoral Support 8

Inclusive Learning 10

JCC ‘Extra’ 11

The High Achievers’ Programme 12

Partnerships 14

ABOUT USA Message From our Principal 1

Core Values 3

Equality & Diversity 4

NEXT STEPSEntry Requirements 25

How to Apply 26

Higher Education & Careers 28

Student Destinations 29

How to Get Here 30

Adult Learning 32

Calendar 33

Notes 34

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ABOUT USAs one of the leading colleges in Birmingham providing A-levels, our excellent teaching staff

will help you achieve your best so you can obtain a place at the university of your choice,

or begin a career that suits you.

ABOUT US

ABOUT US

I am incredibly proud to be the Principal of a college that has such high aspirations and expectations for all of our students. Our dedicated staff are here to guide you on your path to the future, whether you have your sights set on employment or Higher Education. These years are some of the most formative of your life, and we are here to support you in your academic development. Here, you will grow as a person, make many new friends and have the opportunity to benefit from first-class teaching, leadership and facilities.

In our most recent Ofsted, we were rated as ‘Good’ with outstanding features in our profile, with an “outstanding enrichment programme” where “students benefit from excellent support and are well prepared for university life.”

We consistently achieve pass rates of over 98%, and over 90% of our second year students’ progress to university. As a college, we are committed to building upon our success and remaining a provider of the highest quality teaching and learning.

Our building has received many architectural awards for providing the very best environment in which to study, so it is a pleasure to be able to offer you such a fantastic place to learn.

If you are looking for a superb college to help you achieve outstanding qualifications, please apply for a place with us. We look forward to meeting you and helping you to achieve your potential.

Elly TobinPrincipal

WELCOME

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‘STUDENTS’ ATTENDANCE RATES ARE VERY HIGH. STUDENTS ARRIVE ON TIME TO THEIR LESSONS AND DEVELOP RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING RAPIDLY, OFTEN DEMONSTRATING SKILLS BEYOND THAT REQUIRED BY THE COURSE CONTENT.’’ OFSTED

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CORE VALUESAll of our staff and students seek to embody our core values throughout everything we say and do.

EXCELLENCE AND AMBITIONAt Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College, we are dedicated to improving the learning experience of all students. As a result, we have high ambitions and expectations of everyone and always strive for excellence. We demonstrate a ‘can do’ attitude and embrace the need for continuous improvement and positive change.

COOPERATION AND COMMUNICATIONHere, we believe in working together as a team, for the benefit of the College. Learning from our own and each other’s mistakes and successes, we encourage everyone to take responsibility for their actions. We are open and honest with each other, and have built effective professional relations with each other through mutual trust and transparent communication.

EQUALITY AND RECOGNITIONThroughout the College, diversity and inclusivity underpins everything we do, and we will always treat everyone with respect and fairness. We value and recognise the contribution that every individual makes to the lives of students and are loyal to and proud of our College and our students.

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EQUALITY & DIVERSITY At Joseph Chamberlain College, we believe in equality of opportunity for all staff and students. We are committed to making our College a better place in which to learn. Equality is very important to us and we ensure every student and member of staff is treated fairly, and with dignity and respect, regardless of their age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We challenge all forms of discrimination and prejudice.

MISSION STATEMENTJoseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College is committed to embracing diversity and inspiring all learners to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to equip them for success in a globally interconnected world. The College encourages all members of our community to be socially responsible citizens, respecting our shared values and individual differences.

In 2014, we received the Silver Award from UK Investor in Equality & Diversity (UKIED). The award recognises our achievements in establishing and promoting equality & diversity, safeguarding and equal opportunities throughout the College.

VALUING EACH INDIVIDUAL AND RESPECTING OUR

DIFFERENCES

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CHOOSE USOur 99% A-level pass rates have been the

highest in Birmingham and Solihull for three years running and 98% of our year 2 BTEC

students successfully pass their qualifications.

CHOOSE US

CHOOSE US

HAPPY You will join a happy, caring and supportive community of staff and students who value the wide range of backgrounds, beliefs and cultures of everyone at JCC.

JCC EXTRA

You will have the opportunity to take part in ‘JCC Extra’ – our fantastic programme of extra-curricular activity, designed to develop your skills and help you secure the best possible future.

90% of our second year students progress to university.

90%

A-level pass rates have been the highest in Birmingham and Solihull for three years running and 98% of our year 2 BTEC students successfully pass their qualifications.

Every student has their own Personal Progress Tutor who will be there to support you in a variety of ways during your time with us.

We are only ten minutes from the city centre and are easily accessible from all over Birmingham and Solihull.

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PROGRESS

Our teachers are experts in their subjects and deliver inspirational lessons which ensure you make rapid progress.

99%

We offer all of our students excellent individual support outside lessons so that you reach your full potential.

SUPPORT

CHOOSE JOSEPH

CHAMBERLAIN COLLEGE

INSPIRATIONAL

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OUR SUCCESS We are the only Sixth Form College in the Birmingham and Solihull area to be in the top 20% of the country for achievements in the 2016 Government league tables.

In the vast majority of A-level subjects, our pass rate was 100%.

We have seen a further increase in the number of students achieving high grades (A-B) this year, with a record number of students joining the most competitive university courses at Russell Group universities, such as the University of Birmingham and the London School of Economics.

In 2014, Ofsted found Joseph Chamberlain College “Good” and noted many “outstanding features”, including:

“ Outstanding enrichment programme” where “students benefit from excellent support and are well prepared for university life.”

“ AS-level students make exceptional progress”

“ Teaching & learning are outstanding in Maths and Humanities”

“ The effectiveness of leaders and managers is outstanding”

“ Staff set high standards & have ambitious targets for improving students’ achievements”

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FACILITIESThroughout our College we have top class facilities to support you in your learning.

State-of-the-art science labs

Media suite

IT rooms

Library

Learning Resource Centre

Coffee shop

Canteen

Orchard House Our new building provides additional state-of-the-art science laboratories, IT suites and classrooms.

Joseph Chamberlain Sports Centre Our on-site sports centre boasts a range of rooms and fitness equipment, for the use of all students.

Gym / Fitness Suite equipped with the latest cardiovascular and resistance equipment, including treadmills, cross-trainers and rowing machines.

Weights Room containing a wide variety of free weights and weight training equipment.

Sports hall consisting of 6 badminton courts, 3 basketball courts (including 1 professional court) 2 five-a-side

football pitches, 6 indoor tennis courts and 2 indoor cricket nets.

Changing Facilities and Lockers Male and Female changing rooms with shower and locker facilities.

JCC Connect Access services that will support you in your learning, including Office 365, Google Apps, Moodle, student Wi-Fi and Library Resources. We are continually adding to this catalogue of services.

Free WiFi We have free Wifi for all students in all our buildings.

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ADVICE, GUIDANCE & PASTORAL SUPPORTPERSONAL PROGRESS TUTORSAll students are assigned to a Personal Progress Tutor, who will monitor their academic progress and support the student throughout their time at Joseph Chamberlain College. Each student’s tutor will have an overview of their academic and personal development and ensure that they are achieving academically.

All students will have a range of informal and formal conversations with their Personal Progress Tutor, including weekly group tutorials and regular one-to-one sessions as part of the College progress monitoring process.

CAREERS ADVISORAll students at Joseph Chamberlain College have access to impartial, one-to-one careers advice.

We have a Careers Advisor based within the College, with whom you can discuss future plans, what to study at university, or get advice in finding employment or training.

WORK EXPERIENCEOur work experience team will help you find placements in a number of different areas and industries, whether you have your sights set on working in education, healthcare, or the world of business.

Placements are available to all students throughout the year and we encourage all students to gain some work experience during their time with us.

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ACADEMIC MENTORING Academic skills workshops

Support students, one-to-one and in groups

Offer academic advice, including UCAS application

COUNSELLING TEAMIn addition to your Personal Progress Tutor, all students can be referred to a confidential counselling service.

STUDENT FINANCE TEAMStudents who are aged 19 or under may be able to apply for financial assistance, depending on your circumstances.

Available support includes our Student Finance Bursary Scheme and Free Meals schemes, open to those with a low family income; and Special Bursaries, open to students who are either in, or have just left, council care (i.e. cared for by social services) or are currently claiming benefits in their own name.

For more information, visit our website page on Student Finance.

STAYING SAFEOur staff are well trained to provide help if you have any concerns; we will do our best to support you. There might be situations where your safety or well-being are significant concerns and we need to pass these concerns to Birmingham’s Children’s Advice and Support Service for consideration and support. Students will have the support of the College pastoral team throughout this process.

OFSTED: GOOD WITH OUTSTANDING FEATURES

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INCLUSIVE LEARNINGAt Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College, we pride ourselves on helping students with additional learning needs. Our team of specialist staff will work with you in and outside of lessons to promote learning and independence, as well as to develop your social and employability.

We offer discreet and sensitive support to students with learning differences, such as dyslexia, Asperger’s Syndrome, visual or hearing impairment, physical difficulties or mental or physical health needs. When you first come to see us, the first thing we will do is have a chat about any concerns you may have relating to your learning. Then, we’ll put together a plan to provide learning and support in the way that is best suited to your needs.

You will be allocated a ‘key worker’ who will identify the best way to tailor their support to help you achieve your full potential.

If you have additional learning needs, we will:

Work with you to create an action plan to support your independent learning

Support you in class/individually

Keep in touch with your progress tutor, teachers and parents to ensure your needs are being met

Advise your teachers on ways they can help support your learning in class

Help you identify ways to cope with your workload

Give you access to specialist equipment

Train you how to use software

Help you with specialist exam arrangements, if applicable

Review your support regularly to make sure it is right for you

The Inclusive Learning Support (ILS) is here to give you support and advice, to ensure you achieve your personal best while at Joseph Chamberlain College.

SAMAD KAYANISamad Kayani left JCC in June 2016 to read Law with Management at Aston University. While he was here, Samad was one of our Student Body President. He describes his experience at JCC as “Amazing, friendly and welcoming.”

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JCC EXTRA, OUR ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMEWe want your time at Joseph Chamberlain College to be enjoyable, rewarding and successful. As well as supporting you academically, we are also committed to developing you as a well-rounded young adult. Our enrichment programme, which we expect all students to commit to, is JCC Extra.We expect all of you to participate in at least 35 hours a year of ‘JCC Extra’ as part of your study here. You will get an opportunity at the start of each academic year, and again in January, to choose an activity or activities to help you:

Develop new skills

Stretch and challenge you academically

Support your studies and improve your grades

Build up an effective CV

Enhance your UCAS personal statement

Spark a new interest

Meet new people, try new things and have fun

Some activities will last for a number of weeks, while others may be one-day events. Once you have registered for an activity, you must attend for the duration of your programme, and your attendance will be recorded. Your Personal Progress Tutor will help you to keep a ‘skills journal’, in which you will record the activities you are taking part in, and reflect upon them. Your journal will be used to evaluate the personal, academic and social skills you are developing.

‘THE OUTSTANDING ENRICHMENT PROGRAMME IS A MAJOR CONTRIBUTOR TO THE HIGH LEVELS OF TOLERANCE AND RESPECT DEMONSTRATED ACROSS THE COLLEGE COMMUNITY.’ OFSTED

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THE HIGH ACHIEVERS’ PROGRAMMEAt Joseph Chamberlain College, we are committed to making sure every student stretches themselves, both academically and personally. We are also keen to support those with particular academic ability, to ensure they achieve their full potential.

Students who have achieved a high number of grade A*/A GCSEs in core subjects will be invited to join our High Achievers’ Programme, with students who have a specific talent (e.g. Art or Drama), also benefiting from additional support.

At enrolment, high-achieving students meet with one of our teaching team to discuss their A-level course choices in relation to progression to competitive universities and high-level traineeships. Guidance and support continues throughout the two years of study at college to ensure students are well prepared for university study, employment opportunities and life. There is additional support and guidance for applicants for Oxbridge, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Sciences and competitive courses at selective universities, as well as preparation for traineeships.

The High Achievers’ Programme offers academic support, access to information on additional courses, enrichment and events that provide the best possible preparation for entry to the most competitive universities and careers. We ensure students are engaged in stimulating activities and challenges that allow them to work both independently and collaboratively on academic and enrichment-based projects.

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Under the High Achievers’ Programme, we offer a range of academic and enrichment opportunities, such as:

UK Senior Maths Challenge

Model United Nations

Debating Society

Student Council

Preparation sessions for additional admissions tests, e.g. BMAT & UKCAT for Medicine, LNAT for Law, TSA & STEP for Maths etc.

Stretch & challenge work with subject teachers

Russell Group university master classes

Community volunteering

International fundraising

Peer mentoring

Sports teams

‘Soft’ skills development

Focused study skills sessions

College for International Citizenship

Legal Society

FATIMA HAFIZ Fatima Hafiz is now in her first year at the University of Sheffield, reading Orthoptics. She describes her time here as “an amazing experience” where she “progressed both academically and socially.”

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PARTNERSHIPS

COLLEGE FOR INTERNATIONAL CITIZENSHIP (CIC) In collaboration with Joseph Chamberlain College, Birmingham City Council, the University of Birmingham and Aston University, CIC brings together a course of study in Citizenship for local, national and international students.

The CIC gives students the opportunity to explore current research about issues related to international citizenship, peace and justice and international trade. Students leave the CIC having gained a clearer understanding of the international issues that affect global society.

As well as the core course, students have the opportunity to interact with a number of Birmingham organisations and businesses during their stay.

The College for International Citizenship offers a unique international learning experience and a sound understanding of global issues as they relate to citizenship. Students will also make an international network of contacts and friends that will last beyond the course.

BIRMINGHAM THEATRE SCHOOLHere at Joseph Chamberlain College, we run BTEC Performing Arts courses in association with The Birmingham Theatre School.

The school was founded in 1942 at The Old Rep Theatre – the first repertory theatre in the world. Through the years, the school has embraced the long-standing philosophy of quality production and accessibility for all of its students. The school is housed within The Old Fire Station (just a few hundred yards from Joseph Chamberlain College) which provides a centralised hub for all the school’s rehearsal and production needs.

To find out more about the Birmingham Theatre School please visit www.birminghamtheatreschool.co.uk.

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ASTON MEDICAL SCHOOL (THE SIR DOUG ELLIS PATHWAY TO HEALTHCARE PROGRAMME)Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College works in partnership with Aston Medical School to give students with an interest in a career in healthcare the opportunity to join the Sir Doug Ellis Pathway to Healthcare Programme. This programme gives selected students the opportunity to participate in a range of activities, including:

A two-week work placement within the local NHS

Online mentoring from an Honorary Clinical Fellow scheme linked with the Medical School

The opportunity to shadow current students from the School of Life and Health Sciences

Advice on obtaining work experience in the healthcare professions

Participation in a summer essay project

Participation in a summer academic enrichment programme

Easter revision classes on campus in Year 13

THE FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT BUSINESS SCHOOL (ACCA LEVELS 1 -4)Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College has partnered with The Finance and Management Business School to offer ACCA accounting qualifications. If you are interested in a career in accountancy or finance then an ACCA qualification can really help you get on the ladder. Having an ACCA qualification means you are joining a highly respected international professional accountancy body with over 120,000 members worldwide.

BIRMINGHAM EDUCATION AND ADVISORY SERVICE (BEEAS) We work together with Birmingham Education and Advisory Service BEEAS to provide ESOL classes for women in South Birmingham. Founded in 1984, BEEAS aims to improve the life chances of some of the most disadvantaged communities in the city.

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BRIGHT SPARKSSTART HERE

‘…TEACHERS DEVELOP STUDENTS’ ENGLISH AND MATHEMATICS WELL.’’ OFSTED

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COURSESAs one of the top-performing independent Sixth

Form Colleges in Birmingham, we hope to have the right A-level or BTEC course for you.

COURSES

COURSES

CHOOSING THE RIGHT COURSEAt Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College, we offer a range of qualifications to suit you and are committed to making sure you take the courses that are right for you.

Here are some things to think about when choosing your course:

Choose subjects you are good at – studying your strongest subjects will give you the best chance of achieving your highest grades

Choose subjects you enjoy – studying subjects you are passionate about will make you much more likely to achieve your potential

Attend one of our open days – speak to teachers and current students about the subjects you are interested in, to make sure you make an informed choice

Consider your plans for the future – think about what you want to do after College, whether you are aiming for a Higher Education course or a career; check the entry requirements and any specific subjects you may need to study to achieve your aims

Discuss those plans with us – at your interview, tell us what you hope to do after College, so we can offer advice and guidance on the most appropriate programme of study

COURSES

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COURSE LENGTH AND PROGRESSION

COURSE LENGTH PROGRESSION

4 AS and 3 A-levels

2 years University/ Employment

Level 3 Extended National Diploma

2 years University/ Employment

Level 2 Extended Certificate

1 yearSubsidiary/ 90 Credit/ Extended Diploma/ Employment

GCSEs (usually 5)

1 yearA-levels/ Subsidiary/ 90 Credit/ Extended Diploma/Employment

Intensive English

1 yearA range of higher level courses depending on your progress

BTEC VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS

SUBJECT LEVEL 3 LEVEL 2

ACCA Accounting

Applied Science

Art & Design

Business Studies

Children’s Play, Learning & Development

Creative & Digital Media Production

Health & Social Care

ICT and Computing

Performing Arts (Acting/ Musical Theatre)

PE & Sport

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SUBJECTS AVAILABLE

SUBJECT GCSE AS LEVEL A LEVEL BTEC L3

Arabic

Art and Design

Biology

Business Studies

Chemistry

Chinese

Computing

English Language

English Language & Literature

English Literature

Financial Studies

Further Maths

Film Studies

Geography

Government & Politics

Graphic Design

Health & Social Care

History

ICT

Law

Mathematics

Mathematical Studies

Media Studies

Philosophy, Religion & Ethics

Physical Education

Physics

Photography

Psychology

Religious Studies

Science

Sociology

Sport

Statistics

Urdu

For the latest information about

all our courses visit jcc.co.uk/courses

Our Courses

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SCIENCE

AS-level BIOLOGY

AS-level CHEMISTRY

AS-level Physics

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma SCIENCE

BTEC Level 3 Certificate (AS-level Equivalent) SCIENCE

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate SCIENCE

GCSE SCIENCE

ART

AS-level ART AND DESIGN

AS-level FILM STUDIES

AS-level GRAPHIC DESIGN

AS-level MEDIA STUDIES

AS-level PHOTOGRAPHY

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma ART AND DESIGN

BTEC Level 3 Extended Dip CREATIVE & DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION

BTEC Level 3 Extended DIPLOMA PERFORMING ARTS

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate MEDIA, PHOTOGRAPHY AND GRAPHICS

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate PERFORMING ARTS

GCSE PHOTOGRAPHY

BUSINESS

AS-level BUSINESS STUDIES

Certificate in FINANCIAL STUDIES (AS-level Equivalent)

BTEC Level 3 Certificate (AS-level Equivalent) BUSINESS

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma BUSINESS

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate BUSINESS

GCSE BUSINESS STUDIES

HEALTH & CHILDCARE

BTEC Level 3 Extended CHILDREN’S PLAY, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

BTEC Level 3 Certificate (AS-level Equivalent) HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE (CHILDCARE)

GCSE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

PE & SPORT

BTEC Level 3 Certificate (AS-level Equivalent) PE AND SPORT

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma PE AND SPORT

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate PE AND SPORT

COURSE LISTING FACT FILEAs one of the top-performing independent Sixth Form Colleges in Birmingham, we hope to have the right A-level or BTEC course for you.

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HUMANITIES

AS-level GEOGRAPHY

AS-level GOVERNMENT & POLITICS

AS-level HISTORY

AS-level RELIGIOUS STUDIES

GCSE RELIGIOUS STUDIES

SOCIAL SCIENCES

AS-level LAW

BTEC Level 3 Certificate (AS-level Equivalent) APPLIED LAW

AS-level PHILOSOPHY, ETHICS AND RELIGION

AS-level PSYCHOLOGY

AS-level SOCIOLOGY

GCSE SOCIOLOGY

ENGLISH

AS-level ENGLISH LANGUAGE

AS-level ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

AS-level ENGLISH LITERATURE

GCSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Pre-GCSE ENGLISH

Intensive ENGLISH

LANGUAGES

AS-level ARABIC

AS-level CHINESE

AS-level URDU

GCSE ARABIC

GCSE CHINESE

GCSE URDU

MATHS

AS-level FURTHER MATHS

AS-level MATHEMATICS

AS-level MATHEMATICAL STUDIES

AS-level STATISTICS

ACCOUNTING ACCA

ICT & COMPUTING

BTEC Level 3 Certificate (AS-level Equivalent) COMPUTING

BTEC Level 3 Certificate (AS-level Equivalent) ICT

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma ICT

BTEC Level 2 First Extended Certificate ICT

GCSE ICT

For the latest information about

all our courses visit jcc.co.uk/courses

Our Courses

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COURSES EXPLAINEDAS & A-LEVELSGCE A-level courses are mainly assessed by examination and often have a coursework component which usually (but not always) counts towards the final grade. You will study four subjects in your first year.

In your second year you will continue with three of these subjects and achieve three full A-levels. Some A-levels changed in September 2015 and have become two-year courses, with AS-levels acting as stand-alone separate qualifications.

BTEC LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE (AS-LEVEL EQUIVALENT)BTEC Level 3 Certificates are similar to traditional A-levels and are equivalent qualifications. They are made up of two parts: the certificate AS level which you do in the first year, and the diploma A-level which you do in the second year. All BTEC Level 3 Certificates can be combined with AS/A-level choices.

LEVEL 3 BTEC EXTENDED NATIONAL DIPLOMASThese are two-year courses which give students the qualification they need to go on to university or find employment. They are practically based, involving assignments and each course is equivalent to three A-levels; a much better choice if you prefer assignments to examinations. We offer Extended National Diploma courses in Art and Design, Business, Health & Social Care, Children’s Play, Learning & Development, Information Technology, Science, Sport, Media and Performance Studies.

GCSEsThese are one-year courses and the full list is given on page 19. You would normally study four or five GCSEs, which may be resits or subjects you have not studied before.

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LEVEL 2 BTEC EXTENDED CERTIFICATESThese are one-year courses and will be a good choice if you have some idea of what career you would like but would prefer to gain experience in an area before making any firm decisions. You will carry out assignments which are continuously assessed and there are tests at the end of some units of work. The work involves research and investigation. Your ability to organise yourself and work as part of a team will be developed on this course. This is a better choice than GCSEs if you prefer continuous assessment to examinations. A good result allows you to progress to a BTEC Extended National Diploma.

INTENSIVE ENGLISHThe College is proud of its additional programmes, which have enabled hundreds of students from all over the world to go on to university or employment. If English is a new language for you, we offer a wide range of English courses from beginners’ level to university entrance.

Your programme may also include other courses to give you a taste or introduction to these subjects - this will depend on your individual needs. We will use diagnostic tests to assess your level of English before we advise you of the course that’s most appropriate for you.

Our highly qualified teachers have the expertise and experience to help you to fulfil your potential.

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‘STUDENTS GAIN VERY VALUABLE LIFE SKILLS...’ OFSTED

RAISING ASPIRATIONS

FOR SUCCESSFUL FUTURES

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NEXT STEPS

NEXT STEPSWe are looking for students who have worked hard

and who will benefit from further study.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS OUR ENTRY CRITERIA FOR AS LEVEL ARE: 6 x Grade 4s, including a Grade 4 or above in GCSE English Language. GCSE Maths must be at grade 3 or above. One grade 4 can be replaced with one BTEC Level 2 which is graded ‘Merit’ or above.

In addition to the above, some subjects have additional entry criteria. Our website will have the latest information on this.

OUR ENTRY CRITERIA FOR BTEC LEVEL 3 ARE:5 x Grade 4s, including a Grade 4 or above, in GCSE English Language. GCSE Maths must be at grade 3 or above. A BTEC Level 2 that is graded ‘Merit’ or above will count as one Grade 4 equivalent in up to two instances.

OUR ENTRY CRITERIA FOR GCSE RESITS ARE:3 x Grade 4s, including a Grade 3 or above in both GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics. Grades in BTEC subjects will not count towards entry criteria for these subjects.

OUR ENTRY CRITERIA FOR LEVEL 2 BTEC ARE:5 x Grade 3s, including a Grade 3 in GCSE English Language and a Grade 2 in GCSE Mathematics.

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HOW TO APPLY Our main criterion for selecting students is the reference written by your school or college. Unfortunately, we cannot take all students who apply to the College.

OPEN DAY & USEFUL INFORMATIONIf it is not convenient to come to our Open Day we are happy to answer any questions and offer advice at any time. Please telephone the College or visit the website. You can get more detailed information about each of our courses by visiting our website.

APPLYINGPlease apply using our online form which can be found on our website. Do not worry if you are unsure about which courses you would like to take. Select the courses that you are most interested in. You will not need to make any firm decisions about courses until enrolment. The courses that you select are just a starting point for discussion at your interview.

THREE STAGES OF GUIDANCE There are three main stages of guidance at the College to help you decide on your programme of study:

1 Interview

2 New Students’ Day

3 Enrolment

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YOUR INTERVIEWThis is an opportunity for us to discuss all of the options open to you and for you to see the College. The interview is about discussing your ambitions and intentions, and supporting you to make the right decisions about courses and progression.

NEW STUDENTS’ DAYAll students who have achieved a place at the College will receive a letter telling them about their induction, which is held in the first week of July. Please keep the appropriate date clear in your diary, as we cannot guarantee your choice of courses if you do not attend.

ENROLMENTEnrolment is a time to discuss, in the light of your examination results, the choice of courses you made on your application. You may request a change of course if places are available.

FINANCIAL SUPPORTThe College has funds to help students who are experiencing financial hardship. You may apply for financial help once you are a member of the College, and your application will be given careful consideration.

WHAT ARE MY CHANCES OF GETTING A PLACE AT JCC? Applications for places have risen every year which means that every year competition is very high. We interview everyone who has a good school reference, good attendance and good punctuality, so long as places are still available.

Your chance of getting accepted therefore depends very much on your school record for attendance, punctuality and attitude to study. We strongly advise you to apply early.

FARIAH KHALIDFariah Khalid is now reading Medicine at University of Leicester after achieving AAB in her results last year. When asked about her experience of JCC she explained “JCC was challenging but fun. These two years equipped me with the skills I need for university by building my own sense of independence.”

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HIGHER EDUCATION & CAREERSAt Joseph Chamberlain College, we are committed to preparing you for life after you leave us. Throughout your time here, you will be taught employability skills through your tutorial programme and individual guidance interviews.

Our Careers Co-ordinator liaises with your Progress Tutor to monitor and record your progression throughout the year. Together, they will show you the potential progression routes available. You will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of Higher Education & Careers events, such as the Careers Fair, university talks and visits, apprenticeship talks and a work experience placement. Throughout the academic year, you may access drop-in sessions and one-to-one career guidance.

During these career guidance interviews, we will look at your academic progress and your career goals and decide on a path. After results day in August, we have ten days of specific careers support and advice for all students.

In December 2015, we were one of four educational institutions to receive a Gold Standard Careers Accreditation. The Quality Award in Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) from careers service ‘Prospects’ is designed to accredit good practice and encourage development in schools, academies, colleges, special schools and smaller units.

Quality awards lead to better careers and guidance programmes, increase senior managers’ and governors’ involvement and demonstrate to outside organisations, including Ofsted, that schools provide high quality CEIAG. We are the only sixth form college in the city to have achieved gold standard – the highest level of accreditation.

We work in partnership with Aston Medical School to give students with an interest in a career in healthcare the opportunity to join the Sir Doug Ellis Pathway to Healthcare Programme. This programme gives selected students the opportunity to participate in a range of activities including:

A two-week work placement within the local NHS

Online mentoring from an Honorary Clinical Fellow scheme linked with The Medical School

The opportunity to shadow current students from the School of Life and Health Sciences

Advice on obtaining work experience in the healthcare professions

Participation in a summer essay project

Participation in a summer academic enrichment programme

Easter revision classes on campus in Year 13

With the University of Birmingham, we are involved in the Access to Birmingham (A2B) scheme, which is designed to help students from families and communities in the West Midlands, who have little or no experience of Higher Education, find out about what studying at university involves.

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STUDENT DESTINATIONS 1 Aberystwyth University 2 Aston University3 Birmingham City

University4 University of Birmingham5 University College

Birmingham6 University of Cambridge7 Coventry University8 De Montfort University9 University of East Anglia10 University of Essex11 University of Exeter12 Glyndwr University13 University of Hull14 Keele University15 King’s College London16 The College of Law17 University of Leicester18 University of Liverpool19 Liverpool Hope University20 Loughborough University21 Manchester Met University22 Newman University23 Nottingham University24 University of Oxford25 University of Salford26 Sheffield Hallam

University27 SOAS University of London28 Staffordshire University29 University of Sussex30 Swansea University31 Queen Mary University

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HOW TO GET HEREFROM THE CITY CENTRE BY BUSWalk to Moor Street outside Selfridges and catch the 50 bus from stop MS1. After about 10 minutes, you will pass a fire station on the right and Birmingham Car Auctions on the left. Get off at the next stop.

Walk back to the traffic lights and cross the Moseley Road. Walk down Belgrave Road, staying on the left (Curry’s on the right) and the Pedestrian Boulevard to our campus is on the left hand side off Belgrave Road.

BY CARIf you are coming by car and using a Sat Nav, please enter the postcode B12 9DJ to get to Sherbourne Road East. Please note that there is no College car park for students and only limited parking for parents and visitors.

Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College1 Belgrave Road, Highgate, Birmingham B12 9FFTel 0121 446 2200Fax 0121 440 0798Email info@jcc.ac.ukwww. jcc.ac.uk

@JCSFCollege

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We can offer you a range of courses for adults at convenient times and locations, both at the College and throughout Birmingham. We offer English, Maths and IT, as well as functional skills and vocational courses. Our high quality teaching staff will help you to achieve your goals in a friendly and respectful environment. Our courses are designed to improve your skills and help you to get qualifications, providing you with more opportunities in work and in life. Our small, friendly classes take place in local venues and are run by very experienced teachers. We offer a range of nationally recognised qualifications and have excellent success rates – with over 90% of students achieving a qualification. We are very proud of our exceptionally high student satisfaction rates, with most of our students returning each year to progress to the next course.

Find out more, contact us on: 0121 440 4663

English

Maths

IT

Functional skills

Vocational courses

High quality teaching staff

Small, friendly classes

Local venues

Excellent success rates

ADULTLEARNING

Here at Joseph Chamberlain College, the Adult Learning Directorate is dedicated to helping people achieve their goals.

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS!

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OPEN EVENINGThursday 25th January 20186pm-7.30pm

INTERVIEWS CONTINUE

INTERVIEWS CONTINUE

NEW STUDENT WELCOME DAYS

INTERVIEWS CONTINUE

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

GCSE EXAMS START

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MARCH 2018

APRIL 2018

NOVEMBER 2017

DECEMBER 2017

APPLICATIONS OPEN at the end of September

OPEN DAY Saturday 14th October 201710am-2pm

OPEN EVENINGThursday 30th November 2017 6pm-7.30pm

INTERVIEWS BEGIN

AUGUST 2018

GCSE RESULTS DAY Thursday 23rd August 2018

ENROLMENT23rd/24th August 2018

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Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College1 Belgrave Road, Highgate, Birmingham B12 9FFTel: 0121 446 2200Fax: 0121 440 0798info@jcc.ac.ukwww.jcc.ac.uk

@JCSFCollege

josephchamberlaincollege

Joseph Chamberlain

Joseph Chamberlain