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A Level open events
We look forward to welcoming you to our open events for our A Level offering at South Essex Academy of Advanced Technology. During the event we will discuss your subject options and pathways that will give you the academic anchor on your journey to success.
Thurrock College open event
- Wed 29 Jan 2025
- 5–8pm
- High Street,
Grays,
Essex,
RM17 6TF,
United Kingdom.
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We are pleased to offer this Sixth Form provision as part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring that learners are able to access advance level studies and ultimately, access high level careers in the most burgeoning industries.
The Academy of Advanced Technology will offer A-level qualifications in a diverse and dynamic environment that will propel young people into technical careers equipped with maturity and academic excellence.
Why choose A Levels?
Advanced level qualifications
The Academy of Advanced Technology is offering advanced level qualifications in a diverse and dynamic environment that will propel our young people into technical careers equipped with maturity and academic excellence.
Strong partnerships
Delivered in partnership with the South East Institute of Technology (SEIoT) and working closely with key local employers, students will have access to work placements, apprenticeships and exclusive interviews for degree apprenticeships.
Support and guidance
Our teachers hold drop-in sessions for each department to offer extra help or support to any who need it. Each course also has regular assessments to ensure that all our students have a good sense of their strengths and areas of development.
Our subjects
A Levels
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computing
- Economics
- Engineering
- English
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
Our A Level pathways
T Levels
- Beauty
- Digital Business Services
- Digital Production
- Digital Support Services
- Education and Early Years
- Health
- Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing (Mechatronic Route)
- Management and Administration (Business Support)
- On Site Construction
About the Academy
South Essex College of Further and Higher Education is pleased to offer this new Sixth Form provision, driving young people towards education in areas that will prepare them for entry to the most burgeoning industries.
Did you know?
A Levels provide students with a traditional pathway to university and offer prospective employers the higher level qualifications they look for. These can be pursued at sixth-form school or sixth-form college. A Levels are a traditional academic way of studying and progression tends to lead into degree and higher education studies.
A Level FAQ
The entry requirements for the Academy are 5 GCSEs at Grade 6 or above, including Maths and English Language.
Entry requirements for T Levels vary depending on the course chosen but typically include the following: Level 2 qualification or GCSEs x4 at grade 4/C, including English and maths. Please check the specific course page on our website for the most accurate details.
The first cohort for the Academy will commence classes in September 2024.
You can select to study 3 or 4 A Levels, depending on your GCSE grades.
Our aim is to inform all students about the outcome of their application before the end of April 2024.
Thurrock campus
High Street,
Grays,
Essex,
RM17 6TF,
United Kingdom.
Providing teaching and learning that expands learners' horizons and enables them to achieve the qualifications they need to give them life-time choices.
Success stories
My confidence has boosted massively and my work is recognised here. Last year I won who wants to be an entrepreneur and student of the year in business and logistics
South Essex College Group student, Chloe Wade, has been accepted as an Apprentice Marketing Executive for the BBC in White City.
Chloe is currently studying Level 3 Interactive Digital Media. She previously studied business at the college before swapping over to the Digital Media course. Other colleges didn’t supply the course she was looking for, and she felt that South Essex College Group provided the perfect environment and location to suit her needs.
Chloe applied for the apprentice position on Boxing day in December 2022 after finding the advert on Indeed. The interview process took six months and there were six different stages of the interview. Originally, there was supposed to be only five stages, however towards the end on the interview process it was whittled down to Chloe and another candidate so the BBC added an extra interview on top. The role is for a Marketing Executive Level 4 for 18 months, as well as being full-time with one day-a-week apprentice study through the online external provider.
When asked about the support from tutors, Chloe said: “They were all so encouraging, as each stage went on I informed my tutors. Darren who teachers audience theory, was so interested and excited, he was helping me prepare for everything and teaching me certain areas such as core values to put me ahead of everyone. They were so supportive, and I don’t think I would of got this far without their help.”
Chloe enjoys the flexibility at the college and secured work experience at which she created content for a zen and holistic company. She said: “The college offers such a variety of courses and freedom.
“The courses are structured, but you get freedom as well, for example for my final project I chose to rebrand a cosmetic palette, where as another student created a music video. You all have the same criteria but freedom too. If you are worried, try it and give it a shot, the opportunities here are so wide.”
She added: “My confidence has boosted massively and my work is recognised here. Last year I won who wants to be an entrepreneur and student of the year in business and logistics. My work recognised given me a boost. I work really hard and I’m so proud of how far I have come. The college appreciates you as an individual and gives you praise when you do work really hard.”
Chloe hopes to have her own business one day, in marketing, doing social media and content creating. As well as hoping to study Level 5 and 6 at the BBC.
Ethan hopes to produce music in games production as a career and performs rap and hip hop as well as his studio work. His final message to anyone struggling with autism or any mental health issue is: “Remember it’s okay to be not okay.”
South Essex College student Ethan Khumalo, 20, from Southend on Sea has taken part in a BBC documentary series ‘Inside Our Autistic Minds’, which is presented by wildlife expert Chris Packham who himself lives with autism.
Ethan studies Games Design at the college’s Centre for Digital technologies in Basildon and has progressed from a Level 2 course through to currently studying for a degree. Ethan was asked to participate through his involvement in the Anna Kennedy Online charity which aims to raise autism awareness.
Ethan said that he enjoyed the whole filming process and that Chris Packham was really down-to-earth. He commented: “I learned a lot about how TV crews work and really got along with Chris. I am really excited about the show.”
Talking of his autism, Ethan explained that he prepared in advance before attempting his studies. He said: “With autism and other mental health issues preparation makes you feel more comfortable and you have to make the best of your abilities. You have good days and bad days the same as anyone but personally, If I have moments where it doesn’t go so well, music helps me.”
Ethan’s tutor, Rama Maccha said: Ethan is a dedicated and committed student who never misses a deadline. He is wonderful with sound and has helped younger students with their projects.”
Rathi Raman, the Head Basildon Town Centre Campus (BTC) would like to thank all the staff and students who volunteered to take part in this filming, and to the Estates team at Basildon Campus for providing hospitality to Chris Peckham and the BBC crew on the day of filming.
Ethan hopes to produce music in games production as a career and performs rap and hip hop as well as his studio work. His final message to anyone struggling with autism or any mental health issue is: “Remember it’s okay to be not okay.”
To watch the episode, follow the below link:
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m001jgbw/inside-our-autistic-minds-series-1-episode-2
For more information on the Anna Kennedy charity, visit the below:
Celebrating Success 2022: Maison Lundrigan
Course studied
IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (VRQ) (500/9814/7)
It’s a great college, especially for people with disabilities. The support I received from my tutor Charlie was brilliant. I really enjoyed the practical, hands-on aspect of the course.
Maison Lundrigan was named Motor Vehicle Student of the Year for his dedication and the consistent hard work he put into his studies.
The 18-year-old was praised for the high quality of his work and the fact that he was the first to pass his online exams.
He has excelled during his time at the college, so much so, he is now embarking on a three-year apprenticeship programme at the college.
Maison has achieved all this despite living with additional needs.
He said it felt ‘brilliant’ to win the award and ‘it’s made me realise that I can achieve even with my disability.’
He added: “I chose the college because it offered the right course for me.
“It’s a great college, especially for people with disabilities. The support I received from my tutor Charlie was brilliant. I really enjoyed the practical, hands-on aspect of the course.”
Maison is now looking forward to his apprenticeship so he can pursue his dream of becoming a car mechanic.
His tutor said: “He is a pleasant and well-mannered young man that any college or employer would be pleased to have. Maison has a very bright future ahead of him.”
