Our Courses

You may also like to view our A-Level Option Blocks which outlines the combinations you may take.

• Art and Design
• Biology
• Business Studies
• Chemistry
• Communication & Culture
• Computing
• Dance
• Design & Technology: Product Design
• Drama and Theatre Studies
• English Language
• English Literature
• Environmental Studies
• Fashion & Textiles/Textile Design
• Film Studies
• French
• Geography
• Government & Politics
• History
• Human Biology
• ICT (Applied)
• Law
• Mathematics
• Mathematics - Further
• Media Studies
• Music
• Photography
• Physics
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Spanish
• Sport and Physical Education
• Travel & Tourism

• See our Apprentice Training page

Level 1 courses

• IMI Motor Vehicle Repair Diploma (1 year) (subject to validation)
• IMI Motorcycle Repair Diploma (1 year) (subject to validation)

Level 2 courses

• BTEC Higher Diploma in Engineering
• BTEC Higher Diploma in Manufacturing & Product Design
• BTEC Diploma in Engineering or Electronics
• BTEC Technician Diploma in Electronic Communications (1 year day release) (subject to validation)
• BTEC Technician Diploma in Railway Operations (subject to validation)
• IMI Motor Vehicle Repair Diploma (1 year) (subject to validation)
• IMI Motorcycle Repair Diploma (1 year) (subject to validation)

Level 3 courses

• BTEC Advanced Diploma in Engineering (Composite)
• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering*
• BTEC Advanced Diploma in Aerospace Engineering
• BTEC Advanced Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance (subject to validation)
• Available Sept 2013: IMI Motor Vehicle Repair Diploma (1 year) (subject to validation)
• Available Sept 2013: IMI Motorcycle Repair Diploma (1 year) (subject to validation)

• Apprentice Training in Electrical Engineering

*A one year course ideal for learners seeking employment or a career in the Armed
Forces after one year of study.

Level 1 courses

• CAA Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating (subject to validation)
• CAA Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery (subject to validation)

Level 2 courses

• CAA Level 2 Diploma in Painting and Decorating (subject to validation)
• CAA Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry and Joinery (subject to validation)

Level 3 courses

• CAA Level 3 Diploma in Painting and Decorating (subject to validation)
• CAA Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry and Joinery (subject to validation)

Level 2 course

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science

Level 3 courses

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Applied Science (Forensic Science)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Green Technologies

Level 1 course

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Business Administration

Level 2 course

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business

Level 3 courses

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Business (with Marketing and Management)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Business (with Events Management) (subject to validation)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Business (with e-Business) (subject to validation)

• Apprentice Training in Business & Administration
• Apprentice Training in Customer Service

Level 3 course

• Finance Academy - BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Personal and Business Finance
  

Level 1 course

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma for IT Users

Level 2 course

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Information Technology

Level 3 courses

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Information Technology
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Games Design and Animation
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Networking and System Support
  

Level 1 course

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Travel & Tourism

Level 2 course

• BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Travel & Tourism and Air Cabin Crew

Level 3 course

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Level 1 course

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Health & Social Care
  

Level 2 course

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Level 3 course

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Health & Social Care

• Apprentice Training in Child Care, Learning and Development
• Apprentice Training in Health & Social Care

Level 1 courses

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Caring for Children

Level 2 courses

• BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Level 3 courses

• BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development

• Apprentice Training in Child Care, Learning and Development
• Apprentice Training in Health & Social Care

Level 1 course

• NVQ/Certificate in Hospitality Services

Level 2 courses

• NVQ/Diploma in Professional Cookery
• NVQ/Diploma in Food and Drink Service
• NVQ/Diploma in Hospitality Services
• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality

Level 3 courses

• NVQ/Diploma in Professional Cookery
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Events Management (Hospitality)

Options are also available for students with additional learning needs.

If you have found employment within a hotel or restaurant then we may be able to organise an Apprenticeship for you.

Level 1 courses

• NVQ/Diploma in Hairdressing
• NVQ/Diploma in Beauty and Makeup

Level 2 courses

• Diploma in Barbering
  
• NVQ/Diploma in Beauty Therapy
• NVQ/Diploma in Hairdressing
• Diploma in Media Makeup
• Diploma in Complementary Therapies

Level 3 courses

• NVQ/Diploma in Beauty Therapy
• NVQ/Diploma in Hairdressing
• Diploma in Complementary Therapies
• Diploma in Media Makeup
• BTEC Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Beauty Therapy (subject to validation)

• Apprentice Training in Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

Level 1 courses

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Art & Design (with an optional unit in art & design, graphics, photography or fashion)
• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Media

Level 2 courses

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design (with an optional unit in fashion & photography)
• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Graphics & Digital Media (with an optional unit in photography)

Level 3 courses

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Art & Design
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Media Production
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Fashion Design
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Graphic Design
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Photography
• Foundation Art and Design (full-time, 1 year course for those aged 18+)

Level 1 courses

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Performing Arts
• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Music

Level 2 courses

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts (Performance)
• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts (Production)
• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)
• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music

Level 3 courses

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts (Performance)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts (Production)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Music/Music Technology
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Sound Engineering and Events Management

Level 1 course

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport & Active Leisure
  

Level 2 course

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport

Level 3 course

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Sport

Level 1 course

• Macclesfield Sports Academy Level 1 which includes:
  • BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Sport and Active Leisure
  • BTEC Level 1 Award in Workskills
  • Level 1 Award in Coaching Football
  • Functional Skills (ICT, Maths and English) studied in a football context e.g. match analysis/reporting.

Level 1 course

• BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Public Services

Level 2 course

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Public Services

Level 3 courses

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Uniformed Public Services
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma in Non-uniformed Public Services

Foundation Learning courses are suitable if you require additional support to enable you to study full-time. They provide practical knowledge and experience within flexible learning and training programmes that meet your individual needs.

They will develop your skills and confidence and help you to lead a more independent lifestyle. The courses last for 1 year, and you will need to have an initial informal interview to assess your skills before you can start.

Options are also available in Hospitality for students with additional learning needs.

• Getting Started
• Moving On
• Stepping Up
• Progression Diploma Level 1
• Progression Diploma Level 2
• Hospitality

GCSEs can be studied part-time alongside your full-time courses. They will boost your job prospects and offer an interesting addition to your main subjects. GCSE English and Mathematics are viewed as essential requirements for many jobs. If you are re-sitting you must have previously achieved a grade D or above in the subject.

• Electronics
• Engineering
• GCSE English Language
• GCSE Maths
• GCSE Science (Single Award)