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Inspiring
College Guide 2013/14

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Your Guide 2013/14
Our lecturers are no ordinary lecturers, they come
equipped with industry experience and knowledge
within their field. We offer academic excellence,
alongside vocational specialisms to ensure your
successful entry into higher education or employment.
This year’s guide is designed to give you information across a
wide range of courses, coupled with an insight into who will be
teaching you. Our lecturers will be brought to the forefront to
help you with your decision making.
Whatever you want to do in the future, if you come to the
College you’ll find a course that can set you on your way to
achieving it. A multi-award winning education provider, we
have an amazing campus where you’ll find some of the best
facilities for learning in South Wales. Combine this with our
highly skilled and dedicated tutors and you’ll not find a better
place to study for your future.
Why Pembrokeshire College?
The College aims to provide the highest quality learning
experience for its students. Parents and students have high
aspirations and the College, through its breadth of curriculum,
quality of delivery and commitment to student achievement,
supports its learners to achieve their goals. Our committed and
dedicated lecturers have one key aim: for their students to
maximise their potential.
Find out what Sharron Lusher, Principal,
has to say about the College.
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A Multi-Award
Winning College
At Pembrokeshire College we pride
ourselves on the quality of what we do.
In recent years both the campus and our
students have won a string of awards that
showcase the quality of our provision.
A-Level Results 2012
99% Pass rate - A-levels
(above the national average).
100% Pass rate - Welsh Baccalaureate.
20 out of 21 courses achieved a 100%
pass rate.
Estyn Inspection – February 2011
• Wellbeing – Excellent
• Learning Environment – Excellent
• Partnership Working – Excellent
Find out what your lecturer
Helen has to say about A-level
science courses. Go to...
youtube.com/pembscollege
or bit.ly/PCHelen

More A-level Choice
Choose to study A-levels at the College and you’ll have access to the
widest range of A-level subjects across the county as part of the North
Pembrokeshire Federation. We’ll treat you like an adult and you’ll be
encouraged to study independently but our team of highly qualified teachers
will always be on hand to provide help and support when you need it.
College students receive the best support (officially ‘Grade 1’) in preparation
for university and careers. Our A-level students consistently gain good
A-level results and receive substantial help in completing their UCAS
applications, resulting in excellent progression opportunities to degree courses
at the UK’s top universities. Helping students to gain progression to medical
degrees is a particular speciality of the A-level support staff at the College.
More Level 3 Choices
Although A-levels are the traditional route to university, Extended
Diplomas are gaining popularity as an alternative. Diplomas offer a
practical method of studying at advanced level. Students are continually
assessed through project work, practical tasks and assignments. An
Extended Diploma is worth 3 A-levels.
17 BTEC Extended Diplomas (worth 3 A-levels)
Studying for an Extended Diploma is another route that could secure you
a place at university. Students often comment that having completed the
diploma in the subject area they are pursuing makes the first year of a
degree much easier.
Extended Diplomas available at
the College include:
• Animal Management
• Art and Design (Fashion and Clothing)
• Art and Design (Interactive)
• Art and Design (Graphics)
• Business
• Construction (Civil Engineering and Building Services)
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Engineering (Operations and Maintenance)
• Health and Social Care (Health Science)
• Health and Social Care (Social Care)
• IT
• Creative Media Production
• Music Technology
• Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)
• Public Services
• Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness)
• Travel and Tourism
A-level Choices
at a glance
The following courses are part of the North
Pembrokeshire Federation subject grid.
Courses highlighted in orange are
delivered here at the College.
33 AS and 30 A-levels:
Art
Biology
Business Studies
Chemistry
Design Technology
Drama & Theatre Studies*
Economics*
Engineering
English Language & Literature
English Literature
Environmental Studies
Film Studies
French
Geography
Geology
German
Health & Social Care
History
IT Computing
Law
Mathematics
Further Mathematics
Leisure Studies
Media Studies
Music*
Photography**
PE
Physics
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Textiles
Welsh
*only taught at AS Level
**only offered to College
students due to limited places
pembsfederation.org.uk
Welsh Language/Bilingual Provision
Pembrokeshire College is committed to promoting the use of the Welsh
language and meeting the needs of Welsh speaking students and members of
the public.
Welsh speaking students are able to undertake aspects of their course through
the medium of Welsh or bilingually and are also able to receive bilingual
support in order to maintain and develop their Welsh/bilingual skills.
Non-Welsh speaking students are also given the opportunity to acquire Welsh
language skills either within their chosen programme of study or as part of the
College’s Enrichment and Enhancement programme. Call our Welsh
Development Officer on 01437 753 435 or our Bilingual Champion on
01437 753 131.

You said...
“I had a great time studying
my A-levels and feel they
have really prepared me
for university to follow
”
my ambition of becoming
a fashion designer.” Fed
student, Lowri Morgan
Find out what the federation students are saying.
Go to... youtube.com/pembscollege

Feder
ation
You said...
“I have loved studying
at the College, the
teaching is fantastic,
I am
”
going to miss it,”
said A-level student
Lauren Probert, who is
now studying for a Law
degree at Cardiff Uni.
The choice is there for YOU...
After GCSEs, school leavers have more choice than
ever to study a breadth of A-level courses in the
county. The Federation has grown considerably
during the past four years. It now consists of
Pembrokeshire College, Sir Thomas Picton, Tasker
Milward, Portfield Special School, Ysgol Dewi Sant
and Ysgol Bro Gwaun. Within the Federation there
is close liaison including the alignment of timetables
and free transport between the centres to allow
young people to make the most of the provision
available.
Widened Choice
Through the Federation, young people have access to the
widest choice of A-level subjects possible - a total of 33 AS
and 30 A2s, see previous page for course list.
Future Development
The College is committed to continuing to work with the
Federation to ensure that young people looking to
undertake A-levels are aware of the opportunities
available to them in all of the participating centres.
“Through continuing to put
resources into promoting and
developing the Federation young
people will have the greatest
opportunity to pursue their
university and career ambitions.”
Dr Geoff Elliott, Director of Marketing, Skills
and Development at the College.
How it works
You decide which subjects to study, timetable
dependent...
1. If two subjects are delivered at school, for example
Taskers, and the other at the College, you
register as a Tasker Milward pupil.
2. If however, you study two subjects at College and one
at Sir Thomas Picton, you then enrol as a student of the
College.
3. Another scenario - you decide to study two
subjects in one centre and two in another, then you
decide which centre you enrol at.
Whatever the combination, the centre will be responsible for
your transportation to the next centre (with the exception of
students travelling between the College and Tasker Milward).
The Welsh Baccalaureate
The Welsh Baccalaureate adds a valuable dimension to
14-19 year olds courses and subjects. This qualification
combines personal development skills alongside A-levels or
NVQs. Many employers and universities in both England and
Wales, recognise this award (individual entry requirements
vary, please check before applying).
This subject is optional when students enrol on two or more
A-levels at the College, it is compulsory in schools.
Don’t forget...
GCSE high-flyers can apply for a £2,000 scholarship.
Pembrokeshire College is offering ten scholarships
up to the sum of £2,000 for full-time 16-19 year old students
studying level 3 Science, Engineering and Mathematics related
subjects. To gain access onto the scholarship programme
students will need to have gained GCSE A* or A grades in
Science, Mathematics and Technology related courses and
must attend a panel interview. See website for terms and
conditions – www.pembs.ac.uk/finance

We said...
“Don’t forget there is a
STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering & Mathematics)
bursary available to new
students wanting
”
to study
these subjects. You might be
eligible for up to £2,000,
call Frances Berry on 01437
753 133.”
Find out what your Engineering
lecturer Vaughan has to
say about his course.
Go to... youtube.com/pembscollege
or bit.ly/PCVaughan

Earn &
Earn & Learn - Foundation &
Advanced Apprenticeships
Research shows that apprentices earn, on average, over
£100,000 more throughout their lifetime than other
employees (source: apprenticeships.org.uk). In order to
follow the apprenticeship route into employment, prospective
students need to be employed within the relevant sector. If
you need to find an employer we may be able to help, as the
College has strong links with industry, especially within the
health, childcare and energy sectors.
As employees, apprentices earn a wage and work alongside
experienced staff to gain job specific skills. Apprentices can
choose from varying models of course delivery, from
work-based assessments to college based lectures.
Excellent Industry Partnerships:
The College has developed, and continues to foster,
excellent working relationships with industry. This enables
the College to continuously keep courses up-to-date and
relevant to industry and helps our students to gain
employable skills.
The College is proactive in a number of ways. It
communicates regularly with the UK Sector Skills
Councils – the employer-driven organisations that together
articulate the voice of the employers of around 90% of the
UK’s workforce on skills issues. College management and
staff play important roles within various industrial groups
and committees including:
• Pembrokeshire Energy Sector Workforce Development Group
• Construction Management Panel
• Tourism and Hospitality Workforce Development Group
• Care Council for Wales
Apprenticeships can take between one and three years to
complete depending on the level of apprenticeship, the ability
of the apprentice and the industry sector. Most of the training
for a Foundation Apprenticeship (Level 2) takes place in the
workplace and is equivalent to five GCSE passes (grades A-G). A
Foundation Apprenticeship is regarded as the principle means
of training for jobs requiring skills at NVQ Level 2. Students
taking the Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) route can
progress to university courses, such as a foundation
degree. For more information on apprenticeships visit
www.apprenticeships.org.uk
WBL Consortium:
Skills Academy Wales (South West)
The College is currently leading a consortium of FE colleges and
private training providers offering work-based learning.
Collectively, the consortium members believe that their
provision and arrangements will be of significant benefit to
learners, employers and the Welsh economy as a whole.
“We have proof that Pembrokeshire
College has the best Chevron operator
apprenticeship scheme in the world.”
Chevron Operations Manager, Ed Tomp (2009).
Apprenticeships offered at
the College include:
Beauty
Brickwork
Business Administration
Carpentry and Joinery
Childcare
Customer Care
Healthcare
Hospitality and Catering
Electrical
Plumbing
Hairdressing
Marine Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Motor Vehicle
Pipe Fitting
Plating
Welding
Refinery related apprenticeships:
Mechanical Maintenance
Process Operations and Maintenance
Learn
Instrument and Electrical

We said...
“The best way to a get a real feel
for the College is to come along
to an open evening. Find out
about courses,
”
meet tutors and
tour our fantastic facilities.”
Tues 12 March 2013 - 5-8pm
Tues 7 May 2013 - 5-7pm
Degree Routes Information Day
Fri 16 August 2013
Find out what your Music
Technology lecturer Tim, has
to say about our facilities.
Go to... youtube.com/pembscollege
or bit.ly/PCTim

Success
• A personal tutor to support and monitor your progress
What makes the College so
successful?
Pembrokeshire College’s mission is to provide the highest
quality learning experience for all its learners. The
safeguarding of learners is a major priority and dedicated
lecturers have just one key aim: for their students to
maximise their potential. Students are supported
throughout their studies by a combination of subject and
personal tutoring with regular feedback on their work as
they progress through their course. The breadth of
curriculum, excellent facilities, high quality teaching and
award-winning support help to ensure our students achieve
their goals.
Disciplined Learning Environment
The College encourages all its students to take personal
responsibility for their learning and to develop their
behaviour and time management skills to help them achieve
success at College, university and in the workplace. All
students are made aware that self-discipline is an essential
priority and a prerequisite to obtain high standards of
work, behaviour and results. There is a clear disciplinary
procedure with an ultimate sanction of exclusion. Students
are expected to strive for 100% attendance, be punctual at
every timetabled session and adhere to the College’s
standards of behaviour.
• Excellent private study facilities
• A careers and university guidance team
• Learning support including class support and help
with specific learning or physical disabilities
• Study support to get the best out of learning skills
• Dyslexia specialist
• Welfare and wellbeing services
High quality facilities
It has often been said by our students that Pembrokeshire
College offers the best learning environment in the county.
The physical evidence is apparent as you walk onto the
College campus. Over recent years the College has added
new buildings and facilities to meet the needs of its learners
including an Innovation Centre, a Construction Centre and
a redevelopment and extension to the Engineering wing, all
part of the College’s ambitious and visionary 10-year estate
master plan costing £30m.
Sports Academy
The Sports Academy is designed to offer talented individuals
the opportunity to further their sporting prowess alongside
their academic studies. The netball, football, rugby and golf
academies are comprehensive programmes which develop a
student’s knowledge of training and skills towards elite
performance and include:
The evidence: no graffiti or damage to
property at the College
Staff and students are proud of the modern, clean,
well-lit, spacious environment at the College. Students
wear appropriate clothing according to their course, and
while the College does not enforce a uniform, students are
encouraged to adopt a mature attitude towards their
appearance.
Tutorial and learning support
During your time at College you will be supported by a team
of professionals and you will have access to the following:
• Skills and performance development
• Personal fitness programme and testing
• Prevention of sports injury and sports massage
• Sports psychology and physiology
• Diet and nutrition advice
• Development of coaching skills
The Sports Academy is headed up by former international
rugby player and coach Kevin Hopkins. Kevin coordinates
coaching across all sports with the aim of developing
sporting excellence at Pembrokeshire College.
‘We said...
“Just because you are leaving
school it doesn’t have to mean
an end to your favourite sport.
If you are an A-level or diploma
student or an apprentice, join
our sports teams and come
along to play a variety of games
both at home and away!!”
Sports lecturer Kevin Hopkins.

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We can match your
aspirations…
As parents, we know you want the best for
your son or daughter. At the College we
believe that young people need to learn
to manage their own time, explore their
options and find out what they are
really good at. The College works to inspire
young people to develop a passion for
their subject in an award-winning
environment that makes a real
contribution to students’ aspirations.
Students are supported through their
studies by a combination of subject and
personal tutoring with regular feedback.
Evidence that this approach is working is
available through our excellent student
results, Estyn inspection reports and a
strong but supportive student disciplinary
strategy.
Students have two tutors: a class tutor and a
personal tutor. Each student regularly meets
their personal tutor on a one-to-one basis. These
meetings monitor attendance and progress and
set targets. A copy of the agreed outcomes can
be accessed online by the student and act as a
steering and monitoring device prior to the
following meeting.
Experienced tutors
The College has an enthusiastic and highly qualified
team of tutors and lecturers. We pride ourselves on
the professionalism and expertise of our
staff. They are drawn from many occupations
and professions and bring with them a wealth
of experience from industry in addition to their
qualifications. Teaching methods are based on
sound, evidence-based research and are regularly
appraised by a process of internal and external
quality control.
College life
The environment in the College is much more akin
to that of university, giving our students some
experience of adult independence but in a supportive
and controlled way. Students are encouraged
to develop their learning skills and become better
managers of their own time and work. Deadlines
are set and expected to be met to ensure that all
students achieve their qualifications.
In this section, we hope to provide
answers to some of your questions and
reassure you that the College is one the
Parent-tutor communication
best places in the county And for live post-16 some more:
We aim to keep the parents of our students as well
education.
informed as we can about their children’s progress
The College also hosts the following services on its main campus for students
through parents evenings, letters and regular reports.
and members of the public to use: We are always happy to answer parents’ queries
Support
and concerns and parents are welcome to contact
During the first week at College, all first year
• Victoria Bookshop
their tutors to discuss any concerns. We recognise
students attend a comprehensive induction
• Hair and Beauty Salons and Studio and welcome the contribution parents can make
programme that will help them become successful
to their children’s success. We constantly monitor
learners and make the most • Bright of their Start time Day at College. Nursery
student progress, attendance, motivation and general
• Merlin Theatre and Cinema wellbeing. Based on this monitoring, we periodically
The induction programme includes details of the
produce a detailed report for each subject studied
tutorial system, timetable, College rules and
In addition, as a College student, you and send will be it directly eligible to the to join parent one or of guardian, the council not the run
discipline, the library and resource centre,
computer facilities, course leisure content centres and how at it the is discounted rate student. of £15.50* In addition, per once month. a year we organise a
Parents Evening where parents have the opportunity
assessed, careers information Membership and routes, includes the UCAS fitness classes, access to the fitness suite, spa facilities and
to speak to tutors. Students aged over 18 receive
(university) entrance process swimming. and student To support. join just take your student their reports ID card directly. along to your local leisure centre
and complete a membership form. *price correct at time of print.

ith parents
Financial support for learners
All our courses for under 19s are fully funded.
Furthermore, 16-18 year olds may qualify for an
Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA) of up
to £30 per week, based on a household income of
£23,077 or less per year.
For those over 18 and living in Wales, an Assembly
Learning Grant (ALG) is available. These funds are
designed to help support students who might
otherwise experience financial difficulties whilst
studying. The funds are means tested and students
whose family’s net income is less than £18,370 per
year may receive between £300 and £1,500 for an
academic year. The Financial Contingency Fund is
administered by the College and is designed to
support those who may require financial assistance
to complete their course. The fund covers additional
costs like buying specific equipment, uniforms, books,
etc. Household income must be £23,000 per year or
less.
*All grants and funding is dependent on
government policy and support and may be subject to
change. www.pembs.ac.uk/finance
Q&A
Q. My child is high achieving and has done
well in school. Will my child have the same
academic opportunities in the College as if
they had stayed on in school sixth form?
A. For many years College students have been
progressing to top universities throughout the UK
including Oxford and Cambridge. If a young person
has the ambition and aptitude, we will provide the
support to ensure they reach their potential.
Q. What sort of disciplinary and behaviour
rules exist in the College?
A. Students are encouraged to obtain 100%
attendance at the College and be punctual at every
timetabled session. Registers are taken every
session and students with unauthorised absence are
automatically contacted by our attendance
trackers. Any student whose attendance drops
below 85% is subject to disciplinary procedures.
The College encourages all its students to take
personal responsibility for their learning and to
adhere to the College’s code of behaviour. The
College offers an opportunity, particularly for young
people, to develop their behaviour and time
management skills that are so critical for success at
university or in the workplace.
Q. My child may need additional learning
support, what does the College offer?
A. See the support page of this brochure where you’ll
find information on the support we offer to learners.
Q. We live outside Haverfordwest, what
transport is available?
A. There is an extensive transport system in place
which is free for full-time learners aged under 19
wishing to attend the College. Transport is
provided from nominated pick-up points for
students meeting the distance criteria of three
miles or more. The routes cover a wide area of
the county, however, due to Pembrokeshire’s rural
nature it is not always possible to arrange a
pick-up close to the homes of all learners. Students
are required to make their own way to and from the
nearest pick-up point. Every effort is made to keep
this distance as short as possible.
Q. Will a BTEC Extended Diploma allow my
son or daughter to progress to university?
A. Yes, in fact many students comment that having
completed a BTEC Extended Diploma in the subject
area they are pursuing makes the first year of a
degree much easier.
Q. Will my family continue to receive
benefits if my child leaves school to
attend the College?
A. Yes, if your son or daughter is in full-time
education whether in school or the College. Students
can also apply for assistance through the Education
Maintenance Allowance (EMA) to provide some
support during their studies. Apprentices may be
considered to be employed, rather than have
student status. Therefore, if your son or daughter
is considering an apprenticeship scheme you would
need to discuss the possible impact on benefit
entitlement.

Award
winning
support
You said...
“Jacob has received great
support before, during
and after the Paralympic
”
Games 2012.” Jacob’s mum
(College’s first paralympian
student)
I
Support for all our learners
Pembrokeshire College was awarded the highest judgement
by Estyn for student support. As a Pembrokeshire College
student you will have an initial assessment to identify if you
need support with literacy or numeracy. Support given could
include:
• One-to-one help with a learning support specialist
• Assignment planning
• Working in small groups with Essential Skills
Students with Specific Learning Difficulties, physical
disabilities or sensory impairments are provided with
support, specialist advice and resources to help them
achieve their best.
The College is able to offer one-to-one specialist tuition for
dyslexic learners and those with other Specific Learning
Difficulties on both further and higher education courses as
well as putting in place access arrangements for exams.
The College also has three specialist courses for people
with a range of learning difficulties who need a supported
environment. The courses are focused on life skills,
vocational skills and basic skills.
The College has been awarded
five top grades by Estyn for
student support (this is however
wider than learners with
disabilities).
Extra help includes:
• Learning support assistant or communication support
worker in class
• Help with appropriate assistive technology
• Basic Skills taught by specialist tutors
• Extra pastoral support or special careers advice
• Multi-agency reviews
Specialist courses:
• Cornerstone (SVT) – 2 years
• Bridging Vocational Preparation (Entry Level) – 1 year
This course includes sport and fitness activities by
The Prince’s Trust
• Work Skills – 17 weeks
Equal opportunities for all
The College is an equal opportunities organisation and
welcomes all members of the community. We aim to give
everybody the same chance to succeed regardless of their
race, religion, gender, gender reassignment, sexual
orientation, disability or age.
The College has a dedicated head of learner services to ensure
the wellbeing of all learners. In addition to learning support the
College is also able to offer the following support facilities:
• Financial support
• Welfare and wellbeing
• Counselling
• College nurse
Please contact the Learner Contact Centre on 01437
753 133 if you need further information. College
disability statement: large print, Braille and CD
versions – Text phone (minicom) 01437 75 3000.
Call Admissions 0800 9 776 788.

Inspiring
Courses2013
Find out why lecturer Mark thinks
catering is a great career route!
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or bit.ly/PCMark
For qualifications explained
go to www.cqfw.net Please note that
courses highlighted at level 1-3 are
pre-University (school leavers).

Creative Arts
Career routes: Animator, Designer, Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Fashion Designer, Artist,
Media Producer, Performer, Sound Engineer/Recording Engineer, Stage Manager,
Textile Designer, Costume Designer, Props Designer, Web Designer.
Course:
A-levels
A-level Fine Art
A-level Media Studies
A-level Photography
A-level Film Studies
Art and Design
Diploma in Art & Design
Extended Diploma in Fashion & Textiles
Extended Diploma in Graphic Design
Extended Diploma in Interactive Media
Pre-BA Diploma Foundation Studies
BA Design
Music
Diploma in Music Technology
Extended Diploma in Music Technology
Drama
Extended Diploma in Performing Arts
Creative Media
Subsidiary Diploma in Creative Media Production
Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production
Level:
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
4-6
Engineering
Career routes: Electronic Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, Plant/Mechanical
Engineer, Process Operator, Motor Vehicle Engineer, Welder, Plater.
2
3
3
3
3
Course:
A-levels
A-level Mathematics/Further Mathematics
A-level Biology/Chemistry/Physics
Motor Vehicle/Motor Sport
Diploma in Motor Sport
Engineering/Motor Vehicle NVQ & Technical Certificate
Marine Engineering
Marine Engineering
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Electrical Installation
Extended Diploma in Electronic & Electrical
HNC pathways: Electrical / Power Systems / Instrumentation
Foundation Degree Instrumentation and Electrical
BSc Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations
Extended Diploma in Operations & Maintenance
Foundation Degree in Process Operations & Maintenance
HNC Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
Foundation Degree in Mechanical Engineering
BSc Mechanical Engineering
Construction Engineering
Engineering Construction
Foundation Degree in Sustainable Design & Construction
General Engineering
Extended Certificate in Engineering
Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering
Level:
3
3
2
2-3
1-3
1-3
3
4-5
4-5
4-6
1-2
3
4-5
4-5
4-5
4-6
2-3
4-5
2
3

Health, Childcare, Fitness & Public Services
Career routes: Complementary Therapist (Reflexology/Acupuncture),
Emergency Services – Fire/Ambulance/Police, Nursing, Occupational Therapist,
Recreational Social Worker, Sports Conditioning Therapist, Sports Nutritionist.
Course:
A-levels
A-level Biology/Physics/Chemistry
A-level Health & Social Care (Double Award)
A-level Sociology
A-level Psychology
Health & Social Care
Certificate in Health and Social Care/Childcare
Diploma in Health & Social Care
Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care (Social Care)
Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care (Health Science)
Sport
Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Diploma in Sport
Diploma/Extended Diploma in Sport (Development,
Coaching & Fitness)
Foundation Degree in Sport
Public Services
Diploma in Public Services
Extended Diploma in Public Services
Childcare & Nursing
Diploma in Childcare & Education (CACHE)
Foundation Degree in Childhood Studies
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies
Complementary Therapies
Diploma in Complementary Therapies
Level:
3
3
3
3
2
2-3
3
3
2
2
3
4-5
2
3
1-3
4-5
5-6
Business & Management
Career routes: Advertising Executive, Banker, Entrepreneur, Financial Manager,
General Manager, Human Resources Officer, Sales Executive, Marketeer.
2-3
Course:
GCSEs/A-levels
GCSE English
A-level Business Studies
A-level English Literature/Language
A-level English Literature
A-level Law
A-level Mathematics
Business
Extended Certificate in Business
Extended Diploma in Business
NVQs in Business
HNC/HND Business Management
Foundation Degree in Business Management
BA (Hons) Business Management
Tourism
Foundation Degree in Tourism Management
Accountancy
Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Accountancy
Level:
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3-5
4-5
5
6
4-5
2-4

Professional Catering, Hospitality,
Tourism & Landbased
Career routes: Catering Manager, Food Technologist Park Warden,
Professional Catering – Chef, Tourism Officer, Wildlife Park/Zoo Manager.
Course:
Hospitality & Catering
VRQ Diploma in Professional Cookery
Professional Cookery
Hospitality, Supervision & Leadership
Countryside & Environment
Diploma in Countryside & Environment
A-level Environmental Studies
Travel & Tourism
Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism
Foundation Degree in Tourism Management
Animal Care
Diploma in Animal Care
Extended Diploma in Animal Management
Foundation Degree in Animal Science
Level
1-2
2-3
3
2
3
3
4-5
2
3
4-5
Computing & Information Technology
Career routes: Database Manager, Computer Programmer,
Multimedia Designer, Software Engineer/Programming and Analysis.
Course:
Computing & IT
Diploma in Digital Applications
First Diploma in IT
Extended Diploma in IT
HNC Computing
Level
1
2
3
4
MITEC - Marine Technology Centre
Career routes: Boatbuilder, Marine Engineer, Marine Surveyor, Welder, Plater,
Pipe-fitter, Deck-hand, Skipper.
Courses:
Level:
Three Dimensional Computer Aided Design 1
Two Dimensional Computer Aided Design 2
Boatbuilding 2-3
Marine Engineering 2-3
Engineering Construction 2-3
Maritime and Coastguard (MCA) Approved Engine Course n/a
RYA Shorebased Courses
n/a
How to enrol
Some courses fill up early so it’s
best to attend an Open Evening and
apply as soon as you know what
you want to study. Applications are
accepted from November 2012 for
the academic year starting
September 2013.
Apply online at...
www.pembs.ac.uk/courses
For course information
and advice call:
0800 9 776 788 or just pop in –
Monday to Thursday 9am-5pm
Friday 9am–4.30pm
Email: admissions@pembs.ac.uk

Construction & Related Trades
Career routes: Architectural Technologist, Building Developer, Carpenter,
Civil Engineer, Electrical/Gas Installer, Plumber, Project Manager,
Renewable/Sustainable Engineers, Bricklayer.
Course:
Construction
Brickwork Diplomas & NVQs
Carpentry Diplomas & NVQs
Plumbing Diplomas & NVQs
Extended Diploma in Construction
Gas Utilisation Diploma
CAD (2D & 3D)
Foundation Degree in Construction Management
Foundation Degree in Sustainable Design & Construction
Electrical
Electrical Installation
HNC Electrical Building Services
Boatbuilding
Boatbuilding
Level
1-3
1-3
1-3
2-3
3
2-3
4-5
4-5
1-3
4
1-3
.Hair, Beauty & Holistic Therapies
Career routes: Beauty Therapist, Complementary Therapist, Hair Stylist,
Professional Colourist, Professional Masseur, Salon Manager, Spa Manager.
Course:
Hairdressing
Hairdressing (VRQ: Full-time)
Hairdressing (NVQ: Part-time, work-based)
Beauty Therapy
Nail Services
Beauty Therapy (VRQ: Full-time)
Beauty Therapy (NVQ: Part-time, work-based)
Complementary Therapies & Massage
Complementary Therapies (Various)
Advanced Massage
Level
1-3
2-3
2
1-3
2-3
2-3
3
NEW
Online
A-levels
When and where you want...
Online A-levels are available in the following subjects:
English Language, Business, Accountancy,
Law, Economics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry.
online.pembrokeshire.ac.uk

Competition
Winners
2011/12 &
those who
inspire...
What makes our lecturers stand out in their
field of teaching and learning? Real-life work
experience, coupled with academic and vocational expertise;
the perfect formula to help students stand apart from the
rest. In todays competitive job market the College has a
responsibility, not only to ensure students complete their
courses, but to also prepare them for university or
employment.
Our lecturers have a breadth of work experience,
that brings a unique insight to their teaching. For
example - Dr Helen Coomer, Science lecturer, was a member
of the Unilever research team that launched Persil Small &
Mighty, Eleri Hunt, Beauty lecturer, is a contributing S4C
beauty presenter and Tim Lambert, Music Technology
lecturer, has worked with many musical artists including Take
That and Madonna, whilst Kevin Hopkins, one of our Sports
lecturers, played for Wales seven times!
Our tutors realise the importance of achievement
by inspiring students to compete in regional and
national competitions. They know this is one way of
enhancing the student’s college experience and to showcase
student talent above and beyond their studies.
We know that winning competitions helps
student CVs to rise to the top of the pile! Students
compete annually at competitions including - WorldSkills,
BOC, AHT (hairdressing), Biology Olympiad, Salon Cymru,
Construction Skills, EESW (engineering), Welsh Culinary
Championship, Rotary Chef of the Year and our Sport
Academy teams are consistently playing in regional and
national leagues.
Tudalen gyferbyn: Darlithwyr y Coleg mewn du a gwyn,
rhai o’n henillwyr mewn lliw.
27FEBUARY2012: Qualifications Explained
Which, Why and Where?
Why not get informed before making your decision? Come along to Qualifications Explained where
Dr Barry Walters alongside high profile guest speakers will take the task of unwrapping post-16
qualifications. Your questions about Diplomas, A-levels, Apprenticeships and Degrees will be
answered. The time of this event has not yet been confirmed, check website for updates -
www.pembs.ac.uk/events

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Eat
Live
Learn
Eat:
The recently refurbished refectory provides an excellent space for
socialising whilst grabbing a bite to eat. With a huge choice of meal
options from light snacks to freshly prepared cooked lunches, there’s
something to suit every taste.
For those occasions when you’re looking for something a bit different,
the College also has an inexpensive Coffee Shop and Bistro that is run
by catering students and supervised by lecturers.
Learn:
The Learning Resource Centre provides a quiet, well-equipped environment
for self-directed individual or group study and has a wide range of learning
facilities and materials including:
• 24,000 book titles
• 38,000 copies of books
• 3,000 online e-books
• 1,100 work stations & 350 laptops (across College)
• Extensive range of online journals
Live:
As a College student you’ll also have access to the following services:
• Impartial careers advice and guidance
• Counselling
• Learning coach
• Support and financial information
• Transport and accommodation advice
• Finance and medical advice
• College nurse
And live some more:
The College also hosts the following services on its main campus for
students and members of the public to use:
• Academy Restaurant & Coffee Shop
• Victoria Bookshop
• Hair and Beauty Salons
• Bright Start Day Nursery
• Merlin Theatre and Cinema
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure that the details included in this guide
are up-to-date and accurate at the time of printing. However, the College
reserves the right to alter or cancel courses or other details should
circumstances dictate. This guide was produced using environmentally
friendly practices. Design & photography – Pembrokeshire College.