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Frequently Asked questionson the edge136 137full time prospectus 2013/14full time prospectus 2013/14on the edgeGetting the most out of your time at college is reallyimportant to us, that is why when you are a student hereyou will have the opportunity to participate in lots ofthings that are ‘on the edge’ of your main studies.frequently askedquestionsCan I get help to choose the right course?Yes, you can telephone our advice and guidance teamon (01202) 205312. They will either discuss optionswith you over the telephone or invite you and yourparents/ carers to come in for an informal chat.I may need support with my learning – will itbe provided?Yes, our college has excellent support networks inplace. When you apply we will ask you to notifyus that you require additional support, and theappropriate support teams will be in touch to meetyou and discuss your personal arrangementsCan I visit The College before I apply?You can come along to one of our Open Events orapply for a College Shadowing day for first handexperienceHow do I know when to apply?We do advise early application, indeed many youngpeople complete and submit their application forms atour open events in the Autumn term (to join collegethe following September). We accept applicationsthroughout the year, but as many courses fill upquickly, the earlier the better.Will someone show me around when I start atcollege?Yes, we always make sure that new students aremade very welcome and get to settle in quickly. Yourpersonal tutor will help you familiarise yourself withyour new surroundings, and any member of Collegestaff or our Student Ambassadors will always behappy to help. Although it is a big college, it is veryfriendly and you will soon feel at home!If I have a problem, who can I turn to?Depending on what your problem is, we will havesomeone who can help and support you. For learningor classroom issues you can always contact yourpersonal tutor. If your problem is personal, emotional,a health issue or about something outside collegethat is worrying you, you can speak to your personaltutor, or you can call into The Link where ourStudent Support team can direct you to the relevant,confidential support.The College communityWe have a great ‘college community’ that celebratesexcellence and achievement, values diversity andwelcomes everyone who learns and works here.That special ‘sense of belonging’ is what makes ourcollege, our learners and our staff stand out from thecrowd, and is why we enjoy a reputation for being avery friendly and highly supportive college.Good citizenshipPart of growing up is learning how to fulfil not onlyyour own life, but to be a global citizen, and play yourpart in helping other people, the environment, andthe communities around us. At The College there willbe plenty of opportunities to get involved in variousprojects, or attend events, exhibitions and seminars.VolunteeringAll students are encouraged to take up some formof volunteering activity whilst at college. This mayinclude being a student representative, helping witha Students’ Union event, supporting young peoplein under 18s activities, participating in a charityevent, or working with local community/volunteeringorganisations.Confidentiality policyWe will always treat any information youshare with us as confidential. However, ifyou tell us that you or someone else is beingabused or is in danger, we have a duty ofcare and must take further action.The learner voiceThere will be lots of opportunities to tell us whatyou think and help us continuously improve collegelife and college services. This could be through thestudent rep system, participating in our StudentFeedback Conference, student surveys and focusgroups or just on a day to day basis.Buzz the bossIf you’ve got something to say or some news to sharethen why not ‘buzz the boss’! You can get in touchdirectly with the Principal by sending a text messageto 07624 803113* and start your message BUZZ.Alternatively email telltheprincipal@bpc.ac.uk(*costs may vary but should be standard text rate)EnrichmentAt The College you will have plenty of opportunities topursue your interests, extend your studies and try outnew experiences. We call this ‘enrichment’.This will include various activities undertaken in yourtutor group, via your curriculum area, through theStudents’ Union or Student Services. Enrichmentactivities could be college-wide events such asFreshers’ Fayre, health & fitness, science andtechnology, ‘green college’, diversity etc. Themescould be related to cross- programme activities whereyou get to know people from other areas of TheCollege, or events related to your progression such asaim higher events, careers workshops, meetings withpotential employers etc.Enrichment is all about helping you get the most outof life and your time at college.www.thecollege.co.ukThe College helpline 01202 205 205