Schools Programmes

Degree students attending the Freshers Fayre at City Campus.

School programmes include supported programmes, taster courses and introductory courses predominantly at SCQF Levels 3-4.

SUPPORTED PROGRAMMES (Level 3)

We offer the following supported courses at Level 3.

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT:  TRANSITIONS

The aim of this course is to assist students with Asperger’s Syndrome to make a successful transition from school to Further Education and Training. The experienced and qualified staff team has a range of generic and subject-specific expertise enabling them to provide a broad curriculum that meets the needs of a wide range of individuals and ensures that students are fully prepared for their next step.

The group will develop communication skills, social skills, and confidence activities during the course will include Expressive Arts, Film & Media, and a range of Community Projects designed to suit the group.

INTRODUCTION TO FOOD SERVICE SKILLS

This course is designed for pupils who have additional support needs for learning. Students will develop a range of employability skills for the Hospitality Industry. As well as food and drink service skills practice, students will develop their confidence and team working skills and an awareness of the size and opportunities for employment within the Hospitality Industry.

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

The aim of this course is to assist students with additional learning needs to make a successful transition from school to Further Education. The experienced and qualified staff team has a range of generic and subject-specific expertise enabling them to provide a broad curriculum that meets the needs of a wide range of individuals and ensures that students are fully prepared for their next step.

The group will concentrate on Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Creative Skills, Practical abilities, Skills for life and learning, and independence.

PROFESSIONAL COOKERY (LEVEL 3)

Students will learn how to prepare, cook and serve a variety of dishes.  Students will practice using a range of kitchen equipment and will develop an understanding of how to poach, boil, bake, steam and roast different foods to create your own delicious dishes. All activities will be carried out in purpose built professional kitchens and students will be expected to comply fully with all health & safety and food hygiene legislation.

Students can apply for these courses through your school. Full details of these courses can be found in your Local Authority’s prospectus.  Please speak to your school Guidance teacher.

SCHOOL SPECIFIC COURSES

At City we proudly work in partnership with a number of secondary schools to deliver bespoke programmes either on our campus or on an outreach basis.

If your school is interested in working with us on this basis please contact us.

SCHOOL PUPIL TOURS & CAREERS FAIRS

Our Schools Marketing Team is available to provide school presentations, participate in careers fairs you might be planning, tours around our award-winning twin site super campus, organise taster days and Open Days.  Contact us at schools.marketing@cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk to arrange.