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This ESOL course supports learners whose first language is not English to improve reading, writing, speaking and listening skills for everyday life, work and further study, with an initial assessment required before enrolment.
This Functional Skills English course helps you improve reading, writing, speaking, and listening, progressing from Entry 1 to Level 2. With small stepping-stone units, it builds confidence and skills, preparing you for work, study, or everyday communication.
This GCSE English course helps learners improve from a Grade 2–3 (D–E) to at least Grade 4, focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You’ll study a range of texts and develop skills through discussion, debate, and exam preparation.
This A Level in English Literature at Alton College explores a wide range of texts, from Shakespeare and Romantic poetry to modern novels and contemporary poetry. You’ll study historical and cultural contexts, analyse texts in depth, and engage creatively with literature.
This A Level in English Language at Alton College explores grammar, language development, variation, and how language shapes perception. You’ll analyse written and spoken texts and complete coursework allowing you to create original writing in areas like journalism or creative writing.
This A Level in English Language and Literature explores traditional and modern texts, including novels, poetry, and plays. You’ll develop skills in language and literary analysis, creative writing, and producing fiction and non-fiction with an accompanying commentary.
This A Level in English Literature at Havant Campus explores texts from tragedy and political or social protest writing. You’ll study critical theory, context, and interpretation, developing analytical skills and insight into how meaning can vary over time and for different readers.
This A Level in English Language explores how people use language in everyday life, covering phonology, semantics, grammar, and language variation. You’ll also develop research skills through an independent investigation and create original writing in a chosen genre.
This Level 1 Hairdressing Diploma at Alton College teaches hairdressing skills like shampooing, styling, braiding, and temporary colouring, alongside English, Maths, teamwork, and customer service, with plenty of hands-on practice.
Our Fast Track route is for those students who have achieved their Maths & English qualifications. The Fast Track course allows you to complete the course in six months (September until the end of March), so you can be ready to fly in the summer season as long as you are 17 years of age.
This one-year course builds skills in music production and technology, covering studio recording, live sound, remixing, digital audio workstations and music promotion for industry progression.
This one-year vocational course develops practical music performance skills and industry knowledge, alongside English and Maths, preparing you for progression in music.
A one-year GCSE programme at South Downs Campus providing focused study in five subjects, including English and Maths, to help students achieve key grades for progression to science-based T Levels or A Levels, with a mix of taught lessons and practical investigations.
A one-year Supported Internship at Havant Campus combining a minimum 11-hour-per-week work placement with study in English, Maths, employability, and tutorials, supported by tailored one-to-one and group job coach sessions to prepare students for employment.
The Access to HE Diploma in Humanities and Social Sciences is a Level 3 course for adults seeking university entry. It builds critical thinking and research skills through subjects like sociology, psychology, politics, history and criminology, with pathways tailored to different interests.
The Access to HE Diploma in Teaching & Education is a Level 3 course for adults 19+ preparing for teaching and education degrees. Covering sociology, education, English language, biology and educational psychology, it builds essential skills for progression into teacher training and related fields.
A part-time Pre-Access course designed to rebuild study confidence, develop essential English and maths skills, and prepare adults for progression onto an Access to Higher Education Diploma or further learning.
This Level 1 course allows you to explore a variety of different subject areas whilst developing your academic and employment skills for the future.
This Entry 2 Creative Arts course at Alton College is ideal for learners passionate about the arts, combining drama, dance, music and art with English, maths, life skills, enrichment activities and opportunities for trips, workshops and collaborative projects.
A one-year Supported Internship at Alton College combining a minimum 11-hour-per-week work placement with college-based study in English, Maths, employability, and tutorial support, guided by a job coach to prepare students for employment and clarify future career pathways.
This is a full time vocational course with a variety of options to personalise learning. It is designed to offer a range of vocational pathways, personal development and work experience opportunities.
A full-time vocational course at South Downs Campus for students with an EHCP, focusing on employability, enterprise, work experience, and English and Maths skills, supported by a job coach, tutorials, and social communication sessions to prepare for future employment.
This one-year Entry Level course covers vehicle repair and maintenance, including engines, brakes, electrical systems, suspension, and practical workshop skills, alongside English and Maths Functional Skills.
A one-year hybrid course preparing learners with Level 1 or equivalent English and Maths for full-time study in Business & IT or Animal Care, focusing on personal progression, confidence, social inclusion, and employability skills.
This Level 1 Hairdressing Diploma at South Downs Campus teaches hairdressing skills like shampooing, styling, braiding, and temporary colouring, alongside English, Maths, teamwork, and customer service, with plenty of hands-on practice in the salon.
A one-year course that is for you if you would like to explore the exciting aviation industry and the requirements to become cabin crew, alongside food and beverage service skills. This course is a great introduction to the service industries within hospitality.
Studying this course provides an introduction with the skills, qualities and knowledge that will be required for employment or opportunities for progression onto a Level 1 or higher course.
Level 1 Diploma
This Level 1 course gives hands-on experience caring for small animals, including feeding, health checks and cleaning enclosures. Working in our on-site Animal Care Unit, you’ll develop practical skills, safe working practices, teamwork and environmental awareness in a purpose-built facility housing a wide range of species.
A one-year Entry 2 vocational course at South Downs Campus supporting independence, employability, and social development, offering small-group study in art, cookery, horticulture, ICT, and customer service, alongside English, Maths, and social communication skills.
This one-year T Level Foundation Year develops core IT skills and employability, including Maths and English. It prepares learners for a range of digital careers or progression to the Digital T Level in software or networking.
A one-year Level 2 Sport Performance, Coaching and Fitness course at South Downs Campus, combining practical sport, coaching, leadership, fitness planning, injury study, event management, and sports psychology, with opportunities for work placements and English and Maths skill development.
A two-year A Level in Spanish at Alton College developing advanced speaking, writing, and grammar skills, alongside exploration of Hispanic society, culture, politics, film, and literature, including independent research and one-to-one tutoring to build fluency and confidence.
This course will provide you with the opportunity through applied learning to develop the core specialist knowledge, skills and understanding required in the business sector.
This hands-on course develops skills in writing, filming and editing creative content across genres such as drama, documentary and music video. Using professional equipment and software, you’ll collaborate on productions and build industry-relevant skills for careers in media and content creation.
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This online course develops knowledge of safe medication handling in health and social care. Explore medication administration, storage, legislation, and self-administration support, building skills for care settings and further training.
This Level 4 apprenticeship develops engineering maintenance and leadership skills, covering installation, overhaul, testing, inspections and commissioning of systems and machinery through workplace training and weekly college study.
This Level 4 apprenticeship trains technicians to install, maintain, commission and optimise automation systems in manufacturing, logistics and utilities environments, combining workplace training with weekly college study and industry-based engineering support skills.
This Level 3 apprenticeship develops technical support skills for engineering and manufacturing, covering areas such as CAD, CNC programming, robotics and quality control through workplace training and weekly college study.
This is an engaging and interactive course where you will be taught a wide range of administrative skills and cover a variety of topics, including personal responsibilities, managing information and producing documents. You will also study the Customer Service industry.
The NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills at Alton College develops practical counselling and communication skills for personal or professional use. Learners explore counselling theories, ethics, diversity, and personal development, gaining valuable interpersonal skills applicable across a range of careers and everyday situations.
The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting at Havant Campus provides essential accounting knowledge and practical finance skills for adults looking to begin a career in accounting or progress to further study. Topics include bookkeeping, business awareness, and transferable workplace skills.
The UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Dance develops advanced performance, choreography and teaching skills across jazz, contemporary and commercial styles. Through industry placements, teaching practice and live productions, you will gain the experience needed for careers in dance, performance and education.
A two-year A Level in Philosophy at Alton College that will give you the opportunity to question the nature of reality, knowledge and what it means to know. The concept of mind, whether we have one and if we do, what is it? The metaphysics of God and how can we know God exists. Morality, and whether right and wrong mean anything at all.
This introductory course offers a practical insight into beauty therapy, focusing on professional presentation, teamwork and core skills. You’ll practise techniques on peers before progressing to working with real clients.
This applied science course is intended to provide an educational foundation for those wishing to pursue a career in biomedical sciences. Key areas covered include medical science, biology, applied science and medicine.
A Food & Beverage Team Member can work in a range of establishments, for example bars, restaurants, cafés, conference centres, banqueting venues, hotels or contract caterers.
Intended to provide an educational foundation for those of you wishing to start a career in the forensic science field, as a science technician, in the police force or within forensic or criminal psychology.