Furness College is a general further education college in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. It is situated over two campuses: the Channelside Campus with its outstanding vocational facilities and the Sixth Form Campus on Rating Lane, where our A level offer is delivered.

The Education and Skills Funding Agency has consistently assessed the College as having OUTSTANDING financial health, including the most recent complete academic year, with any surpluses re-invested into students' facilities.

Furness College is committed to providing an education and training environment which promotes success and ultimately leads to employment. To do this, the College has a clear vision and strategy, together with strong values that guide everything it does.

United Kingdom

Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom

A-level

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By studying A Level Design and Technology, you will learn core technical, design, and manufacturing principles and additional specialist knowledge in material science and applications, manufacturing techniques, CAD/CAM skills, and how new technologies influence design.

On-Campus

Full time

A Level Design and Technology: Product Design

Diploma

The course is classroom-based (taught sessions and workshops). Electronic learning resources are encouraged.

AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting

year

1 year

As a student on this course, you will have opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge required by people wishing to be employed in the Construction Industry, practical training in a craft workshop.

Construction Crafts Diploma Level 1 (Brickwork, Carpentry & Joinery, Painting & Decorating, Plastering)

months

The NVQ is work-based and is designed to reflect the skills and knowledge of people who work in the engineering industry. The qualification is taken over 12-18 months, depending on each individual.

Part time

EAL Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations (QCF)

The Level 3 units are designed to allow students to return to learning. The courses are intended to introduce students to a subject area in a non-threatening, supportive environment.

Full-time Access to University Diploma (University Pathway)

Certificate

The City and Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate study program provides a detailed introduction to animal care and husbandry, combining practical based training with sound theoretical knowledge.

Level 2 Technical Certificate in Animal Care (Myerscough College)

The Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology are designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree-level study or employment in the media sector.

Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology

years

2 years

Classroom sessions are assessed using discussions, questioning, and tasks to complete a portfolio. Work placement is prepared for during classroom activities and assessed by observation by an assigned College Assessor.

Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools

Study Program's aim is ‘to your potential to progress onto higher education and/or skilled employment by ensuring that vocational routes to higher education and employment are seen as high quality and a genuine alternative to academic routes.’

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business

This course includes a wide range of units covering biology, chemistry, and physics by researching these areas' innovations. These are units that will give you a strong foundation to progress to the workplace or to continue studying science-related subjects at a higher level.

Science Cambridge Technical Level 2 Extended Certificate

All the practical work is assessed in the salon on clients, and practical and oral questions prove knowledge. There are assignments and written tests in each area. A portfolio of evidence is built up throughout the course.

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