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Thinking about applying to Exeter College? There is a lot to consider when thinking about what your next steps are after school. There are a few things which we think makes us stand out from the rest. Here’s what’s waiting for you at Exeter College in 2021.  

Why Exeter College? 

Ofsted Outstanding 

We are nationally recognised as one of the best, award-winning colleges in the country with an overall Ofsted rating of Outstanding, as well as Outstanding across each of the available categories. We’ve used this strong backing to continue to innovate and thrive, for the benefit of our students and the wider community. That’s why we’re one of the first providers of T Levels in the country and the only provider in Devon to deliver the new technical qualification from September 2020. Our Apprenticeship provision was shortlisted for the Beacon Award for Engagement with Employers and we were also named Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) FE College of the Year in 2018. 

Subject Specialist Lecturers 

When you join Exeter College, you’ll be taught by lecturers who are specialists in their field. This means they’re experts in their subject area and solely teach students within that discipline. This ensures exceptional teaching with lecturers who know how to get the best out of you.  

Teachers are not only huge advocates of their subjects in the classroom but are also often actively involved in the industry. This gives you a new breadth of knowledge around employability and current industry practices on top of the curriculum which should help you stand out when looking to take your next steps after learning with us.   

Exceptional facilities 

We continue to invest in our facilities across all sites to ensure that students have access to the best equipment and resources to help them succeed. Each of our buildings houses specialist industry-standard equipment related to the curriculum which includes; a TV studio, engineering and CAD/CAM workshops, a radio station, Central Fitness gym, dance studio, photography dark rooms, climbing walls, Mac suites and much more. You will be able to explore our facilities as part of our all-college interactive online seminars. Register your interest here. 

A wide range of Academies and partnerships 

We are proud to offer a range of inspirational academies for students who want to excel and achieve their ambitions in a particular field. In addition to this, we offer a number of enrichment activities to enhance your core programme of learning at the College.  

We also work in partnership with leading local and national businesses, including the BBC, Exeter Chiefs and Exeter City FC; ensuring we’re constantly developing our education offering in line with industry, providing our students the opportunity to continue to develop beyond the curriculum. 

Passionate about student wellbeing and support 

We commit to a whole person approach to education. We want you to progress yourself in the best possible way, and that means supporting you when it’s tough and helping you forward when it’s possible. Our Personal Development Programme is just one way we look after you and you’ll have access to a range of wellbeing and mental health support when you join us. We believe in looking after you as best we can inside and out of College, and have specialist wellbeing and support teams to help ease any concerns or queries you might have while studying with us. 

One more thing… 

Don’t just take our word for it, read more about what our students think about studying with us in our latest course guide. Request your School Leaver’s Course Guide here. 

Want to know more? 

Register your interest in joining Ofsted Outstanding Exeter College today and we’ll send you exclusive content and details to give you all the information you need to make an informed decision about joining us in September 2021. 

Ready to apply? 

Applications are now open for 2021 entry.  

How Being a Centre of Online Excellence Has Helped Our Students Achieve Their Goals

Following the Government’s lockdown of all schools and colleges from mid-March, education faced a huge, unprecedented shift to online teaching and learning.

For many, this leap to digital education was an immense learning curve. However, thanks to our longstanding commitment to digital transformation, we at Exeter College were remarkably well-placed for the transition.

From the very beginning, we made it our priority that all our students and Apprentices continued to receive the outstanding education they joined us for. Our online learning portals became a key tool in providing students with expert online tuition through recorded lectures, live interactive seminars, and independent study sessions.

Our readiness for using digital learning to its full potential was aided through our long-term digital strategy. Due to this, our students and staff were able to quickly become fully-fledged digital citizens and were able to utilise online learning and unlock its full potential. Although the shift to digital learning came much quicker than anyone could have expected, our digital strategy meant that we already had the building blocks in place to ensure the process would be a success.

Microsoft Showcase College 

We’re proud to be one of only a handful of further education providers in the country to be named as a ‘Microsoft Showcase College,’reflecting our commitment to providing outstanding online learning opportunities. During the lockdown, our Microsoft Showcase status helped to enable both our staff and students to confidently move to online learning, with great results.

Students studying subjects from Barbering to Maths, and everything in between, were able to receive tuition purely online. Sam Pestridge, A Level student studying Spanish, Politics and History has been very impressed with the transition to digital learning during the lockdown.

“Teachers have been calling us online, this is especially useful for a subject like Spanish where it’s important that we keep practising our speaking,” said Sam.   

“Teachers have been doing PowerPoints and recording sessions for us. I feel I’m supported in my learning and the teachers are always available for us if we need them.” 

As a College, we’ve received an exceptional amount of positive student feedback, proving the success of our digital strategy. We aim to continue using our digital prowess in future by helping other schools and colleges make the most of remote learning opportunities, throughout the current pandemic and beyond.

EdTech Demonstrator College 

We were recently announced as an EdTech Demonstrator College by the Department for Education. This means that we will be using our digital expertise to help other education providers deliver exceptional teaching and learning online.  

The EdTech Demonstrator Programme, which is backed by the Department for Education, The National Grid for Learning, The Education Foundation and Sheffield Hallam University, provides a platform for peer-to-peer support in education. We are very excited to now be tasked with providing tailored support to other schools and colleges to upskill their staff, technology and, ultimately, their online teaching.  

Exeter College Assistant Principal Jenny Leach, who led our offer of help on the Programme, said, “We wanted to get involved in this scheme to help other schools and colleges in any way we can. We aim to deliver the best possible online learning experience for their students.   

“The EdTech Programme is in response to some of the challenges schools have faced during the Coronavirus lockdown, but this will also be an opportunity to make a lasting impact on how education works for a lot of schools.  

“The aim is obviously to help schools through the current uncertain period, but online learning can be used to enhance teaching, learning and assessment beyond this, and that’s one of the secondary aims of the programme. We want this to have a lasting impact on schools and help enhance the learning environment of their learners for many years to come.” 

Exeter College – The College of the Future 

Here at Exeter College, we have a reputation as an education innovator, continually developing in line with the needs of our learners and the local area. In addition to outstanding online learning resources ready for the future, we are also evolving our education offer, helping individuals and businesses to thrive for the economy of the future.  

The construction of our new Digital and Data Centre is currently underway, which is due to be completed by early 2021. The new Centre forms part of a South West Institute of Technology plan to revolutionise digital, engineering and manufacturing technology education across the region. The bespoke digital facilities will provide skills training to create the digital and data professionals needed for the economy of tomorrow.  

Next Steps 

We are currently preparing for enrolment for a September 2020 start.

There is also still time to apply online to study with us. Once all completed documents have been sent in and reviewed, students will be given a conditional offer.

How to make the most of Exeter College’s Online Showcase

UPDATE: The Online Showcase is has now taken place. Check back on our website in the next few days for the seminar recordings.

View our video playlist on support with Exeter College.

We’re inviting you to our all-new Online Showcase, Thursday 21st May 2020, 3 pm – 8 pm. Our Online Showcase will provide you with everything you need to know about coming to Exeter College, all from the comfort of your own home. 

Perfect for years 9s, 10s and 11s who are thinking about their education after secondary school, our Showcase will allow you to find out more about the courses, subjects and clubs we can offer you. 

Not only does each session include a live, interactive seminar with a subject leader, but you will also have the opportunity to ask course-related questions.

Additionally, you’ll have access to a talk from the Principal, you can hear from our College Advice Team, and you can learn about the Travel Scheme.

But what can you do to make the most out of the Exeter College Online Showcase? This is what we recommend…

Register 

First things first, you need to register your interest in our Online Showcase. To do this, select which subjects you would like to attend from the drop-down menus on our open event page. 

If you don’t see any subjects which take your fancy during a time slot, feel free to leave those session times blank.  

Although we’ve tried our best to stagger courses so that you can hear from all the subjects you’re interested in, if two of your session have the same time slot, don’t worry! We will be recording our seminars and they’ll be available to watch after the Showcase. 

How it works 

Once you’ve registered, we’ll send you an email with your times so that you know when to tune in.

On the day of the event, we will email you links to join the Showcase session slots. All you need to do is click on the link at the start of the session time and you’re in!

This email will also give you access to the Principal’s talk on learning with Exeter College as well as access to videos outlining the support services we can offer you.

The Showcase will be streamed via Microsoft Teams. There’s no need to install the software, you just click the link in your email and you will access the seminar via your web browser.

Questions 

Each session will be around 30 minutes long and split into two sections. The first part will be an interactive seminar run by the subject leader. During the second section, you will have the opportunity to ask live questions about the course. Just type your questions in and get your answers!

Make sure you have a notepad and a pen on you during the session. This way, you can jot down any questions that pop into your head throughout. If you want to be extra prepared, you could also note down a few questions before the seminar begins.

Social Media 

Once the live Showcase element is over, you can still hear from your other subject leaders. If there was a session that you weren’t able to attend, or if you would like to watch the seminar again, we will be uploading the recordings online in the days following the Online Showcase. 

Keep an eye on our social media channels to keep updated. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Apply to Exeter College 

If you’ve been impressed by what you heard during our Online Showcase, and we hope you are, apply to study at Exeter College. We’re currently accepting applications for the September 2020 start. 

If you need any help with your application during the current Coronavirus pandemic, check out our frequently asked questions, or contact our college advice team on CAT@exe-coll.ac.uk. If you’ve already applied and want to talk about your application, please contact info@exe-coll.ac.uk. 

Why Now is the Best Time to Apply to Exeter College

Spring is on the way; the days feel a little brighter, the daffodils are starting to bloom, it’s a time of new beginnings. Why should this stop at nature?  

Embrace spring – grow, get a fresh start, and explore your endless opportunities by applying to an exceptional further education provider. This is why now is the best time to apply to Ofsted Outstanding Exeter College…   

BE AHEAD OF THE GAME

Before the revision period comes into full swing, use this time to think over your course options and where you want to be going when September comes around.  

Discover something new and find a field that you’re passionate about. You can use our School Leavers’ Course Guide to help you decide which subjects inspire you the most. This is the best way to find out about every course Exeter College has to offer. You can also read about what our recent students thought about studying with us.  

Not only does Exeter College offer a range of subjects, but we also have a variety of course types available too. From A Levels to Apprenticeships, BTECS to the International Baccalaureate, we will help you find the right course for your future. On top of these options, from September 2020, we will be the first college in the county to offer T Levels; a government-developed technical qualification designed to prepare students for industry or further study. 

Contact our College Advice Team if you’re still not sure which option you think is the best route for you. They are brimming with information, advice and guidance for all those considering joining the college.  

PLAN FOR THE FUTURE

Knowing your next step means you have time now to plan for your future. Reflect on which pathway you want to take and think about how to can use your college experience to help you get one step closer to your dream career or life goal. Check out our range of Academies and Enrichment options and see the numerous opportunities our college can offer you.   

Knowing which exciting course you’ll be moving on to study can help to give you the motivation needed to put in those extra revision sessions before the exam period starts. Understanding what grades you need can encourage you to strive for success and, in many cases, it can even help you to de-stress during this busy time.  

GUARANTEE YOUR STUDIES   

School Leavers Course Guide

We want to make sure you have the best experience possible during your time at Exeter College. However, some courses are very popular and we encourage an early application to give yourself the best possible chance to study the exact courses you’ve selected.  

If you apply now and realise that you don’t think you’ve picked the right course, don’t panic! We know all our students are different – we interview you to make sure that you’re on the right route for you. You need only tell someone in your interview or our College Advice Team that you want to change courses and they’ll help you through the simple process.  

If you haven’t visited the college yet, or want to visit again, you can register to attend our Showcase on April 23rd. Unlike our other Open Events, all our courses are under one roof – a one-stop-shop to find out what we have to offer. Get a feel for the place, meet new faces and find out how to make the college work for you.  

ENJOY YOUR SUMMER   

Don’t get yourself into a flap this summer rushing a last-minute application, fretting about what your next step will be. Enjoy the sun and freedom that you’ve earned. Buy fresh stationery, get excited about your new level of independence; you do you.  Apply now and get yourself psyched for college this summer!  

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN  

Applications for the September 2020 start are now open. We understand that the process of getting in that application can feel much more daunting than it needs to be, but we are here to help. Check out our quick and easy guide on how to apply.   

For more guidance, contact the College Advice Team or message us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.   

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