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Take this amazing opportunity to enrol on a course at South Essex College Group. If you are looking to change your career or upskill we have places available to get you on the road to a bright future.


Apply online via email:

To apply for any of the courses below first check the course page to make sure you meet the entry requirements and then email our Admissions team with the course title you wish to apply for and your contact details.

email: admissions@southessex.ac.uk

Call: 0345 52 12345

Apply in person at one of our campuses:

You can also visit one of our campuses and speak to a member of staff who will help guide you through the process.


Full-time courses for School Leavers (16-18)

 

Available at our Thurrock College

Music, Performance and Production Level 1 Diploma 

Learn a wide range of production skills.

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Performing and Production Arts (Live Events and Theatre Production) Level 2 Diploma

This course provides an exciting and hands-on introduction into the world of live events and the backstage theatre industries.

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Performing and Production Arts (Live Events and Theatre Production) Level 3 Extended Diploma

Learn all aspects of the industry in the college’s state-of-the-art auditorium at our Thurrock College.

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Introduction to Health and Social Care and Early Years settings Level 1 Certificate

A great introduction to health and social care.

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Health and Social Care Level 2 Extended Diploma

Gain knowledge and understanding across a range of key subject areas in health and social care.

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Health and Care Level 3 Extended Diploma

An in-depth study of the health and social care sector.

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Education and Early Years T Level

Develop practical and technical skills as part of an industry placement with an employer as part of this T Level programme.

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Travel and Tourism Level 2 Diploma 

An ideal choice if you want to pursue a career in the travel and tourism industry. 

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Travel and Tourism Level 3 Diploma

Gain the knowledge, understanding and skills you need to prepare for employment in the travel and tourism industry.

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Available at our Basildon College

On Site Construction T Level 

T Levels are brand new two-year technical courses combining classroom study with on the job training as part of a substantial industry placement. 

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Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing (Mechatronic Route) T Level

Designed with employers to give you the ideal start to a career in engineering and manufacturing.

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Available at our Southend College

Art and Design (Graphic Design) Level 3 Extended Diploma

This course is designed to take you through a comprehensive range of different graphic design and multimedia techniques and disciplines.

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Creative Enterprise (UAL) Level 4 Professional Diploma

Develop your career as a creative professional.

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Performing and Production Arts (Acting) Level 2 Diploma

Specialise in various acting projects and become a member of Nu.Dynamic Theatre Company.

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Performing Arts (Acting) Level 3 Extended Diploma

Pursue a career in the performing arts as an actor, or as a stepping stone to drama school or university.

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Performing and Production Arts (Dance) Level 3 Extended Diploma

Ideal if you have an interest in dance, the performing arts industry and would like to pursue an education and eventually a career.

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Performing and Production Arts (Musical Theatre) Level 3 Extended Diploma

This course is ideal if you have an interest in musical theatre, the performing arts industry.

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Creative Media Production (Television and Film Production) Level 3 Extended Diploma

This nationally recognised qualification is a stepping stone to a career in media production or for entry to higher education

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Sport and Exercise Sciences Level 3 Extended Diploma

Prepare for a career in the sport industry or as a stepping stone to a Higher Education course at University.

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Sports Coaching and Development Level 3 Extended Diploma

Developed in discussion with employers and professional bodies with content directly transferable to employment in the sports industry.

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Education and Early Years T Level

Designed with employers to give you the ideal start to a career in education and early years.

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Part-time study for Adults (19+)

 

Available at our Thurrock College

Hair and Barbering


Hairdressing Level 2 Certificate (19+) Part time day or evening 

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Hairdressing Level 3 Certificate (19+) Part time evening 

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Barbering Level 2 Diploma (19+) Part time evening 

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Beauty 


Beauty Therapy Level 2 Diploma (19+) Part time day 

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Beauty Therapy Level 3 Diploma (19+) Part time day 

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LED Gel Polish Techniques (19+) Part time day 

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Available at our Basildon College, Centre for Digital Technologies

English and Maths


Adult English and Maths (19+) Available part time evening 

Free for UK adults if you don’t already have a grade 4/C in GCSE or Level 2 equivalent 

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Success stories

Celebrating Success 2022: Maison Lundrigan

Celebrating Success 2022: Maison Lundrigan

Course studied

Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 3 Diploma

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.”

Celebrating Success 2022: Luke Lambert

Celebrating Success 2022: Luke Lambert

Course studied

Performing and Production Arts (Musical Theatre) Level 3 Extended Diploma

I have enjoyed receiving honest feedback and having the opportunity to grow as a performer. Tutors really encourage their students.

Performing Arts Student of the Year, Luke Lambert, has won his award because in every respect, his development and improvement has been outstanding.

Luke said that he feels extremely proud and grateful for the recognition. 

He said: “I chose to study at the college because I went to the open day with my parents. We were all really excited by the course and impressed by Richard and his ambition for his students.”

He added: “The course has been great for learning professional etiquette, as well as the actual training. I have enjoyed receiving honest feedback and having the opportunity to grow as a performer. Richard and Neil really encourage their students.” 

Luke’s tutor said: “Luke is an outstanding student. The development of his skills set during his time at this college is phenomenal which has been rewarded by casting him in the lead of the cohorts FMP production of ‘Spring Awakening’. As a result of his continuous diligence and want to improve, he has achieved offers from four top London Drama Schools to study Musical Theatre, Bird College, Arts Educational, Italia Conti and Guildford Conservatoire (GSA). This is far above what was expected at the beginning of his training. 

“He has demonstrated that he is highly motivated to succeed in this industry and aspires to always do his best. He is polite and well-mannered at all times to both his peers and his tutors. He is extremely well respected  by his cohort. He is always supportive of them and goes out of his way to help them. 

“He has become a very influential member of the group in so many positive ways. Behaviour, focus and attention to detail is impeccable and cannot be faulted. He has met every deadline for both practical and academic tasks. A faultless time at this college.”

Luke will be studying for a BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre at ArtsEd in London from September and his ultimate ambition is to be performing leading roles in the West End. 
 

Celebrating Success 2022: Zoe Souto

Celebrating Success 2022: Zoe Souto

Course studied

Animal Care Level 2 Diploma

Zoe Souto, 17, from Rayleigh, studied Level 2 Animal Care at the college’s Southend campus.

She was nominated for the award for her excellent attendance and attitude to college life and for completing work before deadlines to a very high standard.

Her tutor said: “Zoe is a very calming influence on the group. She keeps up-to-date with all work and goes above and beyond what is expected.

“Zoe may be hearing impaired but she never lets that act as a barrier to her learning and does everything to a great standard. I often have to set her work from level 3 to keep her ticking over.”

Zoe said: “I feel so proud of myself and surprised as I didn’t expect to be nominated, let alone win. I enjoyed all the support that was given during my course and have always been made to feel at home at the college.”

Zoe’s ambition for the future is to run her own pet services business or run her own cattery.