Our learners are as diverse as the courses that we offer. There’s something here for you regardless of age, skills or experience.
Many of our learners study part-time and much of our curriculum is vocational, so it’s ‘hands-on’ and geared towards getting you a job or on to your chosen career path. We have over 200 courses to choose from, of a wide range of subjects including Higher Education courses.
Where do I begin?
First, you need to find the course that suits you best. You’re welcome to drop in to the College and pick up a copy of our Course Guide at any time. Or you can contact us (t: 020 8090 3020) and our Engagement Services team will send one to you right away, but while you’re here, why not look around and browse online? You can get instant access to detailed information about any courses that interest you.
Careers guidance and advice
Our Careers Co-ordinators are here to help. If you still feel unsure about which course to choose, our Careers Co-ordinators Karen and Asadul can help you decide. They can offer you an individual appointment to discuss your future, whether that is before you start with us, during your course or at the end of your course when you are deciding what to do next.
You can book at an appointment with our Careers Co-ordinators by emailing them at careers@barkingdagenhamcollege.ac.uk or telephone them on 020 8090 3020 extn 7047. Alternatively our team in the Learner Help Centre can put you in touch.
The right level of course for you
We have courses available at all levels, no matter what your starting point. To help you find the right level of course below you’ll find a simple table to get you started.
It is important to note that both experience and qualifications may be taken into account, especially when studying a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ).
| What qualifications do you have now? | You should be looking to study at this level now: | You could then progress to study at this level: |
| No or few formal qualifications | Entry Level 1 Entry Level 2 Entry Level 3 |
Level 1 |
| 4 to 5 GCSEs at grade E-G or equivalent | Level 1 qualifications such as:NVQ Level 1
City & Guilds Level 1 BTEC Introductory Diploma GCSEs |
Level 2 |
| Level 1 qualifications such as:Fewer than 4 GSCEs at grade A-C or equivalent
or NVQ Level 1 or Introductory Diploma |
Level 2 qualifications such as:NVQ Level 2
City & Guilds Level 2 (craft) BTEC First Diploma Pre-Access course Edexcel Certificate & Diploma |
Level 3 |
| Level 2 qualifications such as:4 to 5 GSCEs at grade A-C or equivalent (must include English and Maths) | Level 3 qualifications such as:
NVQ Level 3 A Levels (AS / A2) BTEC National Certificate BTEC National Diploma Access course City & Guilds (Technical) |
Higher Education Levels 4 upwards |
| Level 3 qualifications such as:
3 A Levels NVQ Level 3 BTEC National Certificate BTEC National Diploma |
Level 4 qualifications such as:
NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Foundation Studies Foundation Degree BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) |
Higher Education Levels 5 upwards |
| Level 4 qualifications such as:
NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Foundation Studies Foundation Degree |
Level 5 qualifications such as:
BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) Foundation Degree NVQ Level 5 Professional qualifications |
Higher Education Levels 6 upwards |
| Level 5 qualifications such as:
NVQ Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) Foundation Degree Professional qualifications |
Level 6 qualifications such as:
NVQ Level 6 BA Degree BA Hons (top-up) |
Higher Education Level 7 |
| Level 6 qualifications such as:
NVQ Level 6 BA Degree BA Hons (top-up) |
Level 7 qualifications such as:
NVQ Level 7 CMI Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership – Level 7 Masters Degree Postgraduate Diploma MBA / MBA (top-up) |
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