GCSE Biology is an essential qualification for careers in science, teaching and health related professions. The course could also be an opportunity to improve a grade already achieved in GCSE Science as a way back in to education or a first step towards an Access course and university.

The course is lively and varied, structured in to three units which cover a range of topics including:

• Healthy diet
• Legal and illegal drugs
• Infectious diseases
• Humans’ effect on the environment
• Evolution and extinction
• Genetic engineering and cloning
• The effects of exercise on the body
• Uses of microorganisms

Successful completion of the course can lead to our full-time Access to HE Diploma (Health and Life Sciences) at Level 3 that will help you in to university.

Entry 1 or 2

These courses are for beginners; those who have not studied English in the UK before and those who have recently arrived in the UK.

The aim of the courses is to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in everyday situations to enable students to live, work and socialise in the local community. Topics include: shopping, going to the doctors, education, transport and culture.

All learners have an individual learning plan to ensure they are supported and their individual needs are met. Learners work towards City and Guilds 3692 ESOL Certificate at Entry1 or 2.

Entry 3

This course is for learners who are able to communicate in English but wish to progress to a more fluent level. The aim of the course is to further develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills using language at Entry Level 3.

A wide range of topics and materials are used to ensure a broad range of language skills are developed. Learners work towards City and Guilds 3692 ESOL Certificate at Entry 3.

Level 1 or Level 2

This course is for learners with advanced English who wish to develop their language skills in order to study at College or University or for their job. Advanced language, communication and study skills are covered including English Literature, essay writing and job searching skills. Learners work towards City and Guilds 3692 ESOL SFL Level 1 or 2.

GCSE English is an essential qualification for most careers. The course could be seen as an opportunity to improve a grade already achieved, as a way back into education, or a first step towards Access and university.

The course is lively and varied, covering basic spelling and grammar rules as well as analysing texts and writing fiction. If taken alongside another course, English GCSE will enhance general reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

Lowestoft College has a number of free courses to help you improve your English or Maths skills which can lead to a City and Guilds qualification in literacy or numeracy. Courses available include:

• Skills for life through IT
• Move on to GCSE Maths or English
• Move on with English Skills
• Move on in to work
• Helping children with their homework

If you would like more information about any of these courses please ring Learner Services on 01502 525040.

Prospective learners should not be deterred by past failures as little prior knowledge is assumed and the course is structured differently from traditional courses. Good attendance and individual effort are essential for success.

The course is divided in to three modules:

• Data handling (statistical)
• Mainly arithmetical
• Algebra, shape, space and measure

Many employers require GCSE
Mathematics A, B, or C as an entry qualification