Discovering your next steps can be a challenging process; there is so much choice for education and training. At HSDC, we believe that we’re worth the journey, and beyond the ordinary and here’s why.
WIDE RANGE OF COURSES
At HSDC, we offer an extensive range of courses to suit every interest and career path. You will find a variety of A Levels at our Havant campus, whilst our South Downs campus offers a diverse array of Technical Vocational courses. These courses cover a wide variety of industries and interest areas, including the Creative Arts, STEM, Hospitality & Catering and Business & Law among many others.
We understand that choosing your next steps is a significant decision, and we believe it’s important to have options that allow you to excel in subjects you’re truly passionate about. That’s why HSDC offers over 120 courses for you to choose from, from Health & Nursing to A Level Accounting, ensuring you’ll find the perfect fit for your future.
OUTSTANDING FACILITIES
Our modern range of facilities enhances the learning experience for all HSDC students. From state-of-the-art science labs and industry-standard workshops to high-tech media suites and fully equipped performing arts theatres, the College provides an environment that mirrors real-world professional settings. South Downs campus also features excellent sports facilities, including a gym and fitness studios, supporting both physical education and recreational activities. With dedicated study spaces, advanced IT resources, and welcoming social areas, HSDC ensures students have everything they need to thrive academically and personally.
We believe in the continual investment in our facilities, having recently secured £3.5 million in funding for the construction of a new building at the Havant Campus, and a £2.6 million government investment for the Engineering department at the South Downs campus to provide high-quality technical education in a range of STEM occupations and industries whilst also keeping up-to-date with the advancements in technology.
STRONG INDUSTRY LINKS
Our focus is to provide students with real-world experience, preparing them for careers in a wide variety of sectors. This includes our strong industry links that are built through partnerships with local, regional and national employers, helping students gain practical skills and providing them with opportunities for networking, apprenticeships and work placements.
Recently we have become the first FE college in the UK to offer apprenticeships in Funeralcare nationally due to our industry links with Southern Co-op. Our students receive great work experience placements and are often invited to receive talks from various employers.
The HSDC Careers team are available to help students connect with employers, explore job opportunities, and provide advice on how to enter the workforce.
SUPPORTIVE & INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
HSDC prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive community where every student feels valued and respected. The college is committed to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of background or ability, have the opportunity to succeed.
We believe in breaking down barriers to opportunity and eliminating all forms of discrimination from our campuses through celebration. After all, it is the diversity of the College that makes it such an enriching and rewarding learning environment for all who study here. We partake in an annual Inclusion Week, which encourages students to represent their heritage by showcasing a range of snacks from their different countries and cultures.
Staff are approachable and dedicated, offering personalised guidance, wellbeing support and academic mentoring to help students reach their full potential. Through a wide range of clubs, societies, and student-led initiatives, HSDC encourages connection and collaboration, building a strong sense of belonging across the campuses.
OUR STUDENTS
Our students are at the heart of everything we do at HSDC, and we love hearing what they get up to once they’ve moved on to the next part of their journey.
We have had students enter a wide variety of industries, but just a few of them are:
- Max, who studied Acting for Stage and Screen who now stars in ITV’s acclaimed crime drama ‘Unforgotten’
- Ollie, Alice, and Matthew, who are flourishing in their degree apprenticeships
- Tom, who has recently finished his undergraduate Journalism degree at the University of Winchester, with first-class honours.
We also have so many student achieve incredible things during their time at HSDC, like Mackenzie Bird who won the ‘Inspirational Young Person of Portsmouth’ award in April 2025, Cadellin Thomas who provided a voice for his peers through the revival of Havant’s student magazine ‘Magpie’, and all of our students who have dedicated themselves to raise money for numerous charities in various ways.