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Why Beau Recommends T Levels
So Beau, tell us about yourself and what you’re studying at Cadbury
My name is Beau Handley and I study Digital Production, Design & Development T Level. I have been learning coding in Python, visual designs in Photoshop, how to create databases as well as the general computer knowledge you would need in the industry as a whole.
Tell us why you chose this T Level
I’ve always enjoyed Computer Science but specifically this course attracted me because of the work experience you get. 315 hours of experience is very valuable and a lot of companies are not just expecting you to be able to know the stuff, but how to do it. There’s no better way to do that than being at work.
What do you like best about your course?
My favourite thing to learn is coding because you can do anything in it. It’s fun to learn and it’s also complicated to learn, like a task to get over, and once you do it you learn a new skill. You’ve then got that set and you’ll be able to use that for your future.
What are your future plans?
After college I plan to go to uni or do an apprenticeship.
Alumni Spotlight: Mervely’s Digital T Level Experience
Mervely Kiese is currently studying Software Engineering at Manchester Metropolitan University after successfully completing his course at Cadbury Sixth Form College in T Level Digital Production, Design and Development.
During his T Level course, Mervely acquired problem analysis skills and web development experience from his 315 hour work placement with The Graded Gallery.
He also completed an LTSB Bootcamp and explains his aims now are to: “leverage my analytical expertise and learn from the best during an apprenticeship while travelling the world and meeting diverse people. I have a natural passion for precision and attention to detail.
“My goal is to get an internship to further develop my technical skills in places that matter. I am currently working on multiple programming projects that I will be posting in the near future. As part of T Levels Week, it’s great to be able to support the initiative and share my story.”
Great start Mervely!
Film Production Tour for T Level Media Team
T Level Media, Broadcast and Production students from Cadbury Sixth Form College were introduced to the many facets of film production at Wolverhampton Screen School.
It was a highly engaging experience for our Young Professionals Academy students as they had the opportunity to design a set and experiment with all the professional equipment needed to shoot a short film.
The T Level students were also given the chance to tour the site, see the green room and animation studio, and learn more about their creative courses.
Learners really enjoyed expressing their performing talents as well as using all of the high-tech industry equipment.
Even our T Level Employer Co-ordinator Jessica Gardner and T Level Media Lecturer Andy Shaw got involved in the action!
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It’s time to talk T Levels! It’s time to take a T Level Talk & Tour with us in our brand new campus building!
Join us in June – either on Thursday 13th from 5-7pm, or if you can’t make that day, Saturday 15th from 10am – 2pm.
Talk
We’ll tell you everything you need to know to apply for a place on a T Level course at Cadbury, and you can ask us any questions you need answers to.
Tour
You’ll see that we’ve invested millions in our new £6.6 million STEM centre, which is dedicated to giving you the best experience and state-of-the-art facilities for T Level study.
So if you’d like to study at a high level – but with more focus on practical and professional experience, which not only looks great on your CV but will give you the UCAS points to get into a top university – T Levels are your best choice.
Equivalent to 3 A Levels, the 2-year T Level qualifications have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses. This means they meet the needs of industry and will develop you with the skills, knowledge and workplace experience you need to really succeed.
T Levels offer you the best of both worlds: a mixture of classroom learning and ‘on-the-job’ experience during an industry placement of at least 315 hours (approximately 45 days).
You’ll also get all the benefits of being a Cadbury student including a free bus pass for unlimited daytime, evening and weekend travel, plus mentoring, coaching and any extra support you might need.
Find out about the T Levels we can offer you:
Digital Design and Development
Education and Childcare
Health
Legal Services
Management and Administration
Media, Broadcast and Production
What do T Level technical qualifications include?
1. Core theory, concepts and skills for an industry area
2. Specialist skills and knowledge for an occupation or career
3. An industry placement with an employer
4. Maths and English if you haven’t already achieved the minimum standard
Worried about securing your college place before September? Worried you have missed the deadline to apply?
Well, don’t worry anymore as you’ve still got time to apply for a place at Cadbury Sixth Form College.
Other colleges have already closed their applications but the best news is ours are still open!
Why do we do this?
College is a big step in your life. We recognise you’re under enough pressure as it is studying for exams or with whatever life throws at you, and we want to give everyone the best chance possible to get into our incredible college.
That’s why we don’t impose time limits and we give you as much time and support as you need to submit your final application.
We’ll invite you in for a chat about your future career and education goals, and you can even choose your own time slot.
We’ll also tell you more about our Talk & Tour event: specially designed to give you all the information you need on T Levels and you’ll be one of the first to see our brand new purpose-built STEM centre.
So if you haven’t quite got round to applying for a place – for whatever reason – but you’re ready now, get in touch and hit that Apply button!
Demand for media content has never been higher!
- The Film, Television and Video sector contributes over £12 billion to the UK economy
- The UK Film Industry is set to grow by over 4% over the next 2 years
- Major new film studios and production companies are under development in Birmingham.
So there’s no better time to study and train for a career in content creation, with massive opportunities for young people to get the skills needed for future employment.
Achieve your maximum potential by studying for a T Level in Media, Broadcast & Production at Cadbury Sixth Form College. After 2 years you’ll be the proud holder of an advanced qualification that’s equivalent to 3 A Levels and you’ll have developed skills in generating and pitching ideas, project planning, filming, editing, graphics, animation, post-production and marketing.
- You’ll get exclusive access to state-of-the art facilities and equipment, including: dedicated iMac suites, photography and film studios, recording studio, professional cameras, lighting and audio equipment, digital Fab Lab, drones and VR headsets.
- You’ll learn from tutors with extensive experience within the media sectors
- You’ll get a ‘MEGA’ support package deal which includes free and unlimited travel, specialist equipment and resources to support your studies and work placements
- You’ll complete industry placements, preparing you for employment in a range of roles within the creative sector for example: audio production assistant, broadcast assistant, production management assistant, programme assistant, runner, TV production assistant, junior content producer, social media assistant/co-ordinator or even junior media executive
See if you’re cut out for a content creation career!
- Sign up to attend an Information Webinar for Year 11 pupils and parents/carers on Thursday 23 May
- Take part in an interactive Discovery Day on Thursday 27 June
