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THC Courses
Catering
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Catering is a creative and satisfying career path and we can prepare you for a great career in the kitchen. Come and take advantage of our newly refurbished facilities and the expertise of specialist staff who are there to help you improve your performance in assignment work as well as exams. We offer additional learning support to make sure you achieve your potential. Catering and hospitality continue to be large employers in East London, and with the Olympics just round the corner, there are hundreds of opportunities for well qualified students to get the job of their dreams. We already offer deliciously successful catering courses but now you can gain a nationally recognised qualification at Level 3 too!
You will learn: Find out about our next Open Day. Come along and see for yourself the fantastic facilities we have and find out more about the courses we offer!
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Financial Services Courses at THC
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Welcome to the National Skills Academy for Financial Services at Tower Hamlets College.
We have dedicated services for both Learners and Employers. Click on one of the links below to visit the appropriate page for you...
- Full Time
- Part Time
- Level 2 - GCSE level equivalent
- Level 2.5 - Advanced Certificate
- AS Level
- Level 3 - Full A Level equivalent
- 16-19 Year Olds
- Daytime
- Evening
- Financial Services Courses
- Non-accredited
- Over 19 - Adult
- Professional Development Courses
- Twilight
- Weekend
- Work Related Learning
- Short Course
Business Studies at THC
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If you’re aiming for a career in business, management, accounting or law, then one of our courses will provide you with the practical, theoretical and professional knowledge you will need. You’ll be working in state-of-the-art facilities, with widely experienced staff. On our business courses you’ll also benefit from the expertise of invited speakers and mentors from The City and Canary Wharf. BTEC National Diploma Business and Finance students also have the opportunity to become part of the UK Career Academy, which offers work experience through a paid internship with a high profile business. Tower Hamlets College has an arrangement, called a progression with Birkbeck, University of London. This means that Birkbeck offers a guaranteed entry to graduates of the Access to HE Diploma (Business and Accounting) from Tower Hamlets College onto their courses in Management and Accounting and have connections with your tutors to support you if you are interested in applying. Further information »
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Creative Computing & Media Production - Introduction for Adults
Print PageSend to friendOpen the door to the diverse world of creative computing and media production and explore the exciting potential for design and creativity.
On this course you will learn and develop new skills in both traditional and digital techniques; written and oral communication skills, and professional studio practice.
You will complete a range of projects based around professional briefs.
For example:
- TV ident for the BBC,
- Swatch Watch design,
- Phaindon Book cover design.
In term 3 you will be able to focus on a specialist area of your choice and we will help you gather your work together to produce a digital portfolio.
Assessment
Assessment is continuous, with plenty of feedback from teachers to help you complete the assignments set. The atmosphere we build is creative, encouraging and above all enjoyable and rewarding.
If you have creative talent, want to develop your skill set and get yourself some real tangible career benefits, come and sign up to learn in an environment that has all the latest technology and resources.
This could be the most significant year of your career!
Resources:
You will learn to use the latest industry-standard, professional technology and techniques, including software packages such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and Flash, and hardware such as to scanners, printers and digital cameras.
- Full Time
- Poplar Centre
- Level 2 - GCSE level equivalent
- Access
- Access and Pre-Access Courses
- Art
- Art, Design, Media, Multimedia
- Courses for Job Seekers
- Daytime
- Design
- Introductory Courses for Adults
- Media Studies
- Multimedia
- New Practical Courses
- Over 19 - Adult
- Photography
- Public Service
- Vocational Courses
- Web Design
GCSE English (for Adults)
Print PageSend to friendGCSE English is offered to adult students both as an evening class and a part time day time class. To join a class it is advisable to attend one of our taster and assessment sessions – these are scheduled in June, our Advice Line will give you further information – 020 7510 7777. These courses can be demanding and some students may take more than 1 year to complete, you will need to be prepared to do homework every week and attend all sessions.
Skills for Life - Literacy and Numeracy for Adults
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CoursesLiteracy and Numeracy
Do you worry about not being able to cope with basic sums? Do you not have the confidence to apply for a job? Maybe you struggle to help the kids to do their homework? |
How to join a courseYou must make an appointment for an initial advice session. Advice sessions take place during term time only. The adviser will assess you and find a suitable class for you.If you’re interested in attending an advice session please call 020 7510 7777. Courses are offered at the following venues:Our range of literacy (English) and numeracy (maths) programmes below are for adults who speak English confidently. If your first language is not English you may need to apply for an ESOL course, see our ESOL section.
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Health & Social Care
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- Entry Level
- Full Time
- Level 1 - Foundation equivalent
- Level 2 - GCSE level equivalent
- Level 3 - Full A Level equivalent
- 14-16 Still at School
- 16-19 Year Olds
- Child Care, Development and Education
- Daytime
- Health & Social Care
- Health and Social Care
- Professional Development Courses
- Vocational Courses
- Work Related Learning
Apprenticeships for Learners
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We offer apprenticeships in many areas, including Retail, IT, Business Administration, Health, Customer Service and other areas too! Come and talk to our friendly and experienced team to find out exactly how we can help you learn whilst you earn. We will also be running a Pre-Apprenticeship programme, so if you don’t quite meet the requirements for one of our Apprenticeships, you can get the basic skills you need, and then start on a full Apprenticeship programme. We look forward to hearing from you.
Click here to visit our Employer Services Site for further details about the apprenticeships we currently have on offer.
How do I get started?
Securing an apprenticeship is different from applying for other types of courses. Apprenticeships are real jobs with training, so the process of securing an apprenticeship will be similar to that of obtaining a job. You will need to be selected by an employer and made a job offer (or already be in employment) to begin an apprenticeship.
If you are not currently in work and would like to start an apprenticeship, the college has vacancies which you can apply for.
Applying for an apprenticeship with Tower Hamlets College begins with ascertaining whether you are interested in and meet the requirements of available job vacancies.
Eligibility:
As all the job vacancies are unique, the candidate requirements (eligibility) varies. However, the following will always apply:
You must:
• Have an interest in employment with training and be ready to mange both full time work with training, coursework and exams.
• Have a genuine interest in vocational areas for which Tower Hamlets College offer Apprenticeship opportunities
• Have strong communication skills
• Have a good level of maturity
• Be highly organised and committed
We will have details of available apprenticeship vacancies and the exact employer requirements for interested applicants.
For further information please email us at employerservices@tower.ac.uk.
Printable Brochure explaining Apprenticeships »
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Find out more about Apprenticeships
at www.apprenticeships.org.uk »
What you need to know!
Apprenticeships offer you the opportunity to develop skills and gain qualifications whilst earning, giving you the confidence and communication skills you need in the workplace. Below are the answers to many frequently asked questions...
- Do I have to pay anything to become an apprentice? No. The Learning and Skills Council covers the cost of training
- What Apprenticeships are available? There is an Apprenticeship available for almost every type of job. Different colleges deliver different Apprenticeships. Tower Hamlets College specialises in Business Administration, Customer Service and IT User frameworks.
- How long do Apprenticeships last? Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships last as long as it takes to achieve competence in the job for which you are training. This varies by sector but, in general, Apprenticeships last around eighteen months.
- What’s involved in the selection process? Getting an Apprenticeship is like getting a job. You will be interviewed and even asked to take tests to see if you’re the right person. So you need to be prepared to sell yourself and convince others that an Apprenticeship is right for you.
- Do apprentices get paid? All employed apprentices must receive a wage of no less than £95 per week. However, recent research found that apprentices earn an average of £170 net pay per week. The highest paying sector is Electro-technical at £210 per week.
- What’s the role of Tower Hamlets College? THC is responsible for your training. At the start, they will appoint a mentor who will work with your employer to make sure that the training is well planned. Once you’ve begun your Apprenticeship, your mentor will follow your progress and deal with any issues that may arise.
- What’s the role of the employer? The employer is the most important part of an Apprenticeship. They give you an induction into the company and your role. They also provide on-the-job training and pay your wages. You will have a manager at work who will be responsible for helping you throughout your training
- I’ve already got a job – can I still do an Apprenticeship? Yes. If your employer agrees, you can become an apprentice where you work now
- What time of year can I start? You can apply at any time of year. When you begin the work-based training depends upon the availability of a position at an employer
- Do I get holidays? Like most other employees, you will be given at least 20 days paid holiday per year as well as bank holidays.
Computing and ICT Courses at THC
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If you’re aiming for a career in computing or information communication technologies (ICT), then one of our courses will provide you with the practical, theoretical and professional knowledge you will need. You’ll be working in state-of-the-art facilities, with widely experienced staff.
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Preparing for Successful Study
Print PageSend to friendThis course will support you in your return to study and prepare you for future courses such as Progression awards and Access programmes.
On this course you will cover:
• Writing skills for assignments
• Researching and developing ideas & concepts
• Action planning personal time in order to complete work
• Analysing the work of others
• Constructing reports and essays
• Exploring your preferred learning styles
• Using the library and the Learning Zone
You will also be supported in improving your English and Maths skills.
Entry requirements:
While there are no formal entry requirements for this course, suitable applicants would likely have some previous GCSE or O Level qualifications, though not necessarily at high grades. At interview we will discuss prior attainment and your plans for progression, and assess your suitability for this level of course.
Progression:
This course will prepare you for further studies in a wide range of areas. Most specifically it will equip you to study a full Level 2 Progression course, or preparing you for an Access to HE course. Through this route of progression you can open the door for entry to studying a Higher Education course at university.
Successful completion of this programme will enhance your chances progression onto a course at this college.
GCSE Maths (for Adults)
Print PageSend to friendTower Hamlets College offers GCSE Maths as a part time class for adult students. You will have one 3 hour class a week. We have morning, afternoon, and evening sessions at our sites across the borough.
GCSE Maths can be demanding especially if you have not done any Maths for a long time. However our success rates are good and you should get your grade C or above if you are prepared to do homework every week and attend all sessions.
To join a class it is advisable to attend one of our taster and assessment sessions – these are scheduled in June, Our Advice Line will give you further information, please call 020 7510 7777. If we feel that you need to boost your Maths before starting a GCSE, we will offer you a suitable pre-GCSE course.
E-skills in the Learning Environment
Print PageSend to friendLevel 2 OCN accredited course in e-learning techniques and methodologies
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The course covers a range of methods to help equip teachers and support staff with the skills to successfully harness available technologies and enhance learning. Some of the areas the course will cover include;
· Getting the most from Interactive whiteboards
· Fully Utilising a Virtual Learning Environment
· Quiz tools and electronic voting systems
· Online tutoring
· Using audio and video to enhance teaching and learning
· Creating dynamic and interactive teaching materials
The course takes a blended approach, attendees must be committed to fulfilling the assessment criteria by completing weekly tasks and assignments during the session and independently.
For further details about the course please email elearning@tower.ac.uk
BTEC Diploma in Animation for Computer Games Design Level 2
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Options include:
- Animation & interactivity for Games Design,
- Motion Graphics for SFX,
- 3D Modelling and character design,
- Storyboarding and Narrative development for Games Design,
- Moving Image and SFX
The course is an option within the BTEC Level 2 Extended Diploma in Animation & Multimedia (Games Development). It has embedded Work Skills to provide an ideal course for those with an interest in games or new media design.
Discover the diversity and potential of multimedia. Explore graphics, illustration, typography, web design, multimedia production, 2D and 3D animation, desktop video production and special effects. You will produce traditional and digital creative work while developing your visual, written and oral communication skills through contextual studies and professional studio practice. You will explore Italian Renaissance art and learn about perspective alongside the study of Manga and contemporary artists such as Takashi Murakami
You will also create ideas and solutions to meet industry-standard briefs. Assessment is continuous and the course ends in a final project where you can specialise in an area of your choice. You will use professional software packages such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya, Final Cut Pro, After Effects and Director. You will learn how to use scanners, printers, digital and video cameras. You will also have the opportunity to study an additional A level in Art, Media or Photography to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Off-site visits to galleries and other educational institutions will compliment and inform your practical work. Students from this course have an excellent track record in relation to progression to higher education. We have strong links with Ravensbourne, Bournemouth and London College of Communication who all offer advice and guidance on portfolio content.
Where this course might take me:
You could progress to very popular career routes in games, animation, multimedia authoring, interactivity and digital applied art, or to a Higher Education course.
For Matthew Jones, this course took him to University at Ravensbourne:
“Tower Hamlets College has made me want to achieve, the best thing is that THC offers me comfort and security, it has made me take my work seriously and opened my mind to career choices,” says this Ex-Langdon Park student.
Tower Hamlets College has helped Matthew reach his full potential, by setting him on route to a specialist design summer school and a work placement with Framestore, one of the largest digital visual effects company in Europe, as well as another at Channel 4. Now he’s off to Ravensbourne, a specialist art university to study Production for Web-delivered Media.
Matthew has always been fascinated by animation. He wanted to see the bigger picture of what he can do with his talent, so he enrolled on a BTEC course at Tower Hamlets College after receiving some much needed advice from College staff members who sensed both his commitment and worries about studying. “My course pushed me creatively, I used to find places like The Tate Gallery boring but now I really appreciate it and admire the work some artists do,” commented Matthew. “I really enjoyed College, it was great!” he adds.
- Full Time
- Poplar Centre
- Featured Courses
- Level 2 - GCSE level equivalent
- Level 3 - Full A Level equivalent
- 14-16 Still at School
- 14-16 Vocational Learning Programme
- 16-19 Year Olds
- Art
- Art, Design, Media, Multimedia
- Daytime
- Design
- Film
- Media Studies
- Multimedia
- Photography
- Professional Development Courses
- Vocational Courses
- Web Design
Learndirect Courses
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Would you like the opportunity to learn a new skill or gain a new qualification?Well, now you can with… And most courses are absolutely free!Learndirect is an innovative on-line learning system that lets you take things at your own pace. Log on to your course at work, college or in our learning centre, or you can even study at home! We have books and materials so you can work off-line if you prefer. has been designed to fit around your lifestyle and our helpful tutors are always on hand to make sure you reach your goals.Improve your job chances with national and international qualifications! at THC offers courses in Maths, English and IT. We can help you work towards qualifications such as ITQ and the National Tests in Numeracy and Literacy (which requires the equivalent skill set as a GCSE in Maths and/or English). |
There are taster courses available for those of you who aren't familiar with computers and friendly staff to help you navigate your way. How Do I get Started?
For more information call: 020 7510 7777
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- Entry Level
- Full Time
- Level 1 - Foundation equivalent
- Part Time
- Level 2 - GCSE level equivalent
- Level 2.5 - Advanced Certificate
- AS Level
- Level 3 - Full A Level equivalent
- 16-19 Year Olds
- Courses for Employers and Employees
- Courses for Job Seekers
- Daytime
- Evening
- Non-accredited
- Over 19 - Adult
- Part Qualifications
- Professional Development Courses
- Twilight
- Vocational Courses
- Weekend
- Short Course
Maths at THC
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Maths is a key subject which we all need to master in order to function in our complex society. At Tower Hamlets College we offer a full range of maths courses, from Functional Skills in Maths at entry level, level 1 and level 2, GCSE Maths for 16-19 year olds with separate classes for adults, to a suite of AS/A2 courses in Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics and Use of Mathematics. You won't find this range of courses in many other schools or colleges! The Maths Department was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2005. Our teachers are well qualified maths specialists, who have been at the forefront of developments in Maths education. We have excellent resources and rooms, and we offer workshops where you can do your homework or get extra help. We run an acclaimed Peer Tutoring scheme in which our stronger students give one-one support to weaker students. We also encourage university students to come and help in our classes and workshops. The Maths Department is committed to supporting and encouraging you to achieve your best! And a little interactive game to help you decide » See also our section on Numeracy »
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