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Sam - Public Services: First Diploma, National Diploma, FdA

Sam
Course: 
Public Services: First Diploma, National Diploma, FdA
Level: 
2
3
4
5

Sam came to the College after studying for his GCSEs at Churchill School.

Rosalind - BTEC National Diploma Public Services (Uniformed)

Rosalind
Course: 
BTEC National Diploma Public Services (Uniformed)
Level: 
3

Rosalind started the two year BTEC National Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed) with Weston College in 2007.

Daniel - Uniformed Services FdA

Daniel
Previous School: 
Clevedon
Course: 
Uniformed Services FdA
Level: 
4
5

“The College is a fantastic place to study and has so much to offer students.

Sid - Public (Uniformed) Services: BTEC National Diploma

Sid
Previous School: 
Nailsea
Course: 
Public (Uniformed) Services: BTEC National Diploma
Level: 
2
3

“I am very proud of being elected as President of the Student Union and Student Governor. Without Weston College I wouldn’t have even

Public Services (Uniformed), BTEC Extended Diploma

2 years

Venue

Knighstone Campus

This practical and academic course that will get you career or university ready.

AT A GLANCE

Level 3

Entry Requirements

What do I need?

Find out what you need to get on a BTEC Extended Diploma by clicking here.

Progression

What could this lead to?

  • A career in the armed, public or emergency services.

What could I do next?

  • A Foundation Degree in Uniformed Services or Sport (Coaching)  run by Weston College in partnership with the University of the West of England and the University of Bath.
  • Other degree at university.

Additional Info

How to apply

Apply online

Click here to apply directly online.

Download the Application Form

You can alternatively download the Application Form here, print it out, complete it and post it back to us.

You then will be sent a letter inviting you in for a friendly interview at the College for your chosen course/subject.

UCAS Codes

There are no UCAS codes available for this course.

Public Services, BTEC Diploma

1 Year

Venue

Knightstone Campus

As times change, so do the needs of employers in the public, armed

AT A GLANCE

Level 2

Entry Requirements

What do I need?

Find out what you need to get on a BTEC Level 2 Diploma by clicking here.

Progression

What could this lead to?

  • A career including joining the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, Fire or other public services.

What could I do next?

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed)
  • Other Level 3 course in a related subject.

Additional Info

How to apply

Apply online

Click here to apply directly online.

Download the Application Form

You can alternatively download the Application Form here, print it out, complete it and post it back to us.

You then will be sent a letter inviting you in for a friendly interview at the College for your chosen course/subject.

UCAS Codes

There are no UCAS codes available for this course.

Uniformed Services, Certificate in Entry

1 Year

Venue

Knighstone Campus

Need to take your first step towards a career or further study in Public

AT A GLANCE

Level 1

Entry Requirements

What do I need?

Find out what you need to get on a Level 1 course by clicking here.

Progression

What could this lead to?

  • A career in the public, armed or community services.

What could I do next?

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Public Services
  • A related course like BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport.

Additional Info

How to apply

Apply online

Click here to apply directly online.

Download the Application Form

You can alternatively download the Application Form here, print it out, complete it and post it back to us.

You then will be sent a letter inviting you in for a friendly interview at the College for your chosen course/subject.

UCAS Codes

There are no UCAS codes available for this course.

Natasha Withey - FdSc Uniformed Services

Natasha
Course: 
FdSc Uniformed Services
Level: 
5

Natasha is a Special Constable in Bristol. She decided to study at the College because it was recommended to her and studying locally helps save money.

FdA Uniformed Services

2 years full time

Venue

Knightstone Campus

Why choose this course

A vocationally focused degree level course, integrating academic and work-based learning to reflect current and predicted needs within the sector.

In partnerhip with

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Entry Requirements

Offers will usually be based on UCAS tariff of 160 points from at
least one of the following:

  • A Levels or vocational A Levels
  • BTEC National Diploma/ Certificate
  • Advanced/Extended Diploma
  • Access to Higher Education course.

If you do not possess the relevant entry requirements, recent and
relevant experience of working in an appropriate setting may be
taken into account. Applicants will be assessed on an individual
basis.

If you intend to progress to the top-up stage you will also need Maths and English GCSE C or above or equivalent. It is possible to study these qualifications alongside the Foundation Degree. However you would be at an advantage if you obtained these before starting the course.

Progression

On successful completion of this course you may have the opportunity to continue for a further year to complete an Honours Degree. If you wish to progress to the Honours Degree, you will require Maths and English at GCSE grade C or above; it is possible to study these alongside this course.

Alternatively, this course will prepare you for a variety of careers in the public and uniformed services including officer training in the armed forces and emergency services.

How to apply

Full-time courses

Full-time course: complete a UCAS online application form and submit it electronically (ucas.com). The UCAS website provides detailed information about making your application, so if you need any further details please visit their site.

  1. Fill in a University and College Admissions Service (UCAS) application form online following UCAS guidelines and submit it through the website, ucas.com. The UCAS website gives lots of information about making your application, so you can find more details there.
  2. We will get your application through UCAS and may invite you to an interview or audition with a course tutor.
  3. We will let UCAS know what we decide about your application as soon as possible after your interview.
  4. UCAS will let you know what we decide via UCAS track so login regularly. Remember to apply for your funding at direct.gov.uk/studentfinance. More information about the tariff can be found at ucas.ac.uk/students/ucas_tariff.

UCAS Codes

Institution Code: B80

Course Code: L900

Campus Code: E

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