HSDC Course Finder | South Downs, Havant & Alton College

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Barbering Level 2 Certificate SPY-BARB2C/C01

Qualification
Level 2 Diploma
Type of study
Part Time
Venue
South Downs Campus

This funded evening course develops core barbering skills, including cutting men’s hair, shaping facial hair and delivering confident client consultations. You’ll build creative technique, understand salon expectations and complete essential health and safety theory.

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Beauty Therapy - Level 1 SFY-HABE1D/C01

Qualification
Level 1 Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This introductory course offers a practical insight into beauty therapy, focusing on professional presentation, teamwork and core skills. Training takes place in Salon74, where you’ll practise techniques on peers before progressing to working with real clients.

Beauty Therapy - Level 2 SFY-BEAU2D/C01

Qualification
Level 2 Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This practical course develops core beauty therapy skills through anatomy and physiology, theory, client care and professional salon practice. You’ll learn treatments, communication and reception duties, working in full uniform with your kit to meet industry expectations.

Beauty Therapy - Level 3 SFY-BEAU3D/C01

Qualification
Level 3 Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This advanced qualification builds professional beauty expertise through technical treatments, advanced massage and electrotherapy skills. You’ll also develop strong client care, communication and industry knowledge, working to professional standards in uniform and completing all practical sessions with full kit.

Business - Level 2 (Pre-T-Level) SFY-BUSN2D/C01

Qualification
Level 2 Diploma (Pre T-Level)
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This one-year course develops practical business knowledge and skills across marketing, finance, communication and organisational structures. You’ll explore how businesses operate, plan and make decisions while building confidence for further study or entry-level employment in the business sector.

Business - Level 3 Diploma SF1-BUSNND/C01

Qualification
Level 3 BTEC Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This two-year course develops strong business knowledge through real workplace-based projects and assignments. You’ll explore how organisations operate, strengthen employability skills through work experience, and gain practical insight into areas such as marketing, finance, management and business communication.

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Business & Management - T-Level SF1-BUSMTL/P01

Qualification
Level 3 T Level
Type of study
T Levels
Venue
South Downs Campus

This two-year T Level develops strong business and management skills through classroom learning, industry-standard software and a minimum 45-day work placement. You’ll gain practical experience, technical knowledge and professional behaviours to prepare you for employment in a fast-moving business environment.

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Business Administrator Apprenticeship SAA-BUAML3/P01

Qualification
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Standard
Type of study
Apprenticeships
Venue
South Downs Campus

This Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship prepares you for administrative roles across all sectors, developing professional communication, organisation, problem-solving and teamwork skills while gaining real workplace experience and supporting business efficiency.

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Business HND SF1-BUSNHD/C01

Qualification
HND (University of Portsmouth)
Type of study
Higher Education
Venue
South Downs Campus

This HND provides university-level business study in a supportive environment with small classes and expert lecturers. You’ll develop key analytical, research and professional skills while completing specialist units and a major project, all while accessing University of Portsmouth facilities at lower tuition costs.

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Chef de Partie Apprenticeship SAA-PRCOL3/P02

Qualification
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Standard
Type of study
Apprenticeships
Venue
South Downs Campus

This Level 3 Apprenticeship prepares you to run a kitchen section with confidence, developing advanced cooking, menu planning and leadership skills. You’ll gain experience in food safety, sustainability, costing and kitchen management, progressing your career as a skilled, creative Chef de Partie.

Commis Chef Apprenticeship SAA-PRCOL2/P02

Qualification
Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship Standard
Type of study
Apprenticeships
Venue
South Downs Campus

This apprenticeship introduces you to key kitchen roles while developing essential culinary skills. You’ll rotate through different sections, learn to prepare varied dishes, understand food safety and nutrition, and build professional confidence with support from experienced industry mentors.

Construction Skills (Multi-skills) - Level 1 Extended Certificate SFY-CONS1C/C01

Qualification
Level 1 Extended Certificate
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This one-year course introduces a range of construction trades including plumbing and carpentry, helping you develop practical skills and prepare for further training, apprenticeships or entry-level roles in the industry.

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Content Creator Apprenticeship SAA-CONCL3/P01

Qualification
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Standard
Type of study
Apprenticeships
Venue
South Downs Campus

Creating content for a wide range of media, including digital, social media, broadcast and print.

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Craft Catering - Level 2 Diploma SF1-CCAT1D/C01

Qualification
Level 2 Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This two-year course develops practical catering and hospitality skills, including cookery, patisserie, food and beverage service and barista training. With work placements, industry visits and live events, you’ll gain hands-on experience and recognised qualifications to progress into professional catering or hospitality roles.

Creative Content & Video Production - UAL Level 2 SFY-MDIA2D/C01

Qualification
UAL Level 2 Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This hands-on course introduces creative media and content creation through practical projects. You’ll develop storytelling, filming and editing skills while producing professional-quality video content, building confidence and technical ability for progression into further media study or creative roles.

Creative Content & Video Production - UAL Level 3 SF1-CMFT3D/C01

Qualification
Level 3 Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

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.

Creative Enterprise - UAL Professional Diploma Level 4 SFY-CREN4D/C01

Qualification
UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This one-year course helps aspiring creatives develop marketable products and launch their own creative enterprise. Working in your chosen medium, you’ll build a professional portfolio, gain industry skills and connections, and turn creative ideas into commercially viable outcomes.

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Creative Media Production & Technology - Digital Games Design & Development UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma SF1-DGDE3D/C01

Qualification
Level 3 Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This Level 3 Extended course has been put together using skills from the IT, Media and Arts departments. It aims to provide you with the technical skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the games industry.

Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication - Art & Design - UAL Level 3 SF1-ARDE3D/C01

Qualification
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

This course builds on your prior experience, offering a mix of 2D and 3D art practices, from drawing and painting to sculpture and textiles. Emphasis is placed on individual creative development, with a personal portfolio and final exhibition at the end.

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Creative Practice: Photography & Graphic Design - UAL Level 2 SFY-PHGC2D/C01

Qualification
Level 2 Diploma
Type of study
Vocational
Venue
South Downs Campus

The UAL Level 2 Diploma in Photography and Graphic Design at South Downs Campus develops creative and technical skills through practical projects, portfolio building, photography, graphic design, and industry-standard Adobe software.

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