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Minutes of Quality, Standards and Curriculum Committee - 12 November 2018
Minutes of Quality, Standards & Curriculum CommitteePrior to the meeting, C. Davies welcomed – the newly-appointed Academic Staff Governor (EB/WB campuses), Josh Harry, to his first Committee meeting; the newly-appointed 16 – 18 Student Governor, Meg Chandler, to her first Committee meeting; and all Committee members to the first meeting of the year. 38/18. Election of Chair Having been proposed by G. Channon and seconded by N. Merchant, it was Resolved: That Christine Davies be appointed Chair of the Committee. Chris Davies in the Chair. 39/18. Declarations of Interest A. Allen declared an interest as an employee of Harper Adams University. 40/18. Minutes – 02 July...
English Literature student wins Highly Commended at Orwell Prize
NewsAn A Level student from Shrewsbury Colleges Group (SCG) has won a Senior Highly Commended award at the annual Orwell Youth Prize. ...
Vocational Assessment Arrangements for 2021
UncategorisedLast week the government published the outcome of the consultation on awarding vocational qualifications this summer. We have provided more information on how we will implement these plans at Shrewsbury Colleges Group over the next four months to ensure that the hard work of students and their commitment is rewarded with the grade they deserve. Arrangements for each qualification Students are studying a range of different types of qualifications and the arrangements are different for each group of qualifications. Read the information below carefully and ask teachers or personal tutor if some further explanation is needed. 1. Vocational Diplomas (BTEC, CTEC and UAL) Students...
Former SCG student takes on top role working for Meghan and Harry's Archewell Foundation
NewsFormer Shrewsbury Colleges Group student, James Holt, has been appointed as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's new right-hand man. ...
Minutes of Quality, Standards & Curriculum Committee - 23 January 2021
Minutes of Quality, Standards & Curriculum CommitteeAt this point, the Chair took the opportunity to welcome the newly appointed Link Governors for Safeguarding & LAYP, E&D & SEND and H.E. to the meeting; 01/21. Declarations of Interest A. Allen declared an interest as an employee of Harper Adams University.It was noted that H. Hawksworth had declared on her Registers of Interest that she had children at the College and had understood when it was appropriate to declare this interest. 02/21. Minutes – 16 November 2020 (Appendix – Agenda Item 3) Resolved: That the Minutes of the meeting held on 16 November 2020, were approved as...
5 Tips to be a good Trans Ally
BlogShrewsbury Colleges Group celebrates and values the diversity brought to it by all members of the community and is committed to providing a supportive, creative and inspiring environment where everyone is treated fairly. For Pride Month we have put together a few suggestions on how you can become an ally of transgender people. By being an ally, you can help to make society a better, safer place for transgender people and for all people who do not conform to conventional gender expectations. ...
Anna France
Case StudiesEnglish Language, PE, BusinessPrevious school: Priory School I think doing sports enrichment is a lot of fun. I usually play football for Shrewsbury Town FC, but at college, you can play matches with slightly less pressure. That's what I really enjoy: the fun, more relaxed aspect of it all. ...
Minutes of the Meeting of the Audit Committee - 16 June 2021
Minutes of the Audit CommitteePrior to the meeting of the Audit Committee, the GVP, I&SD gave a presentation to the Audit Committee members and other invited governors on the College’s arrangements for Teacher Assessed Grades. The GVP explained – That Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGs) were similar to the Centre Assessed Grades (CAGs) used in 2020, but with no algorithm; TAGs affected A levels, GCSEs, most Level 3 vocational qualifications and some Level 1 & 2 vocational qualifications, including all academic second year students and a large proportion of levels 1,2, & 3 students, about 1,900 students in all; Guidance on how to apply the grading process...
How an HNC in Performing Arts can help you to secure a place at drama school or a job in the industry
BlogWe spoke to our 2022 cohort of Performing Arts graduates to ask them what they have gained from studying an HNC and to discover the range of career paths that the course has opened up for these students. ...
Creative Writing - Developing Your Craft
EnglishThrough evaluating a diverse collection of texts, including your own writings, the course provides a great opportuntiy to discover more about the following: a range of literary techniques, including a focus on sensory imagery and emotive...
Black History Month
NewsTen influential black people that history students study at Shrewsbury Colleges Group. ...
Criminology Applied Diploma
CriminologyThis qualification looks at the types of crime that take place within our society. How do we decide which behaviour is criminal? How do we explain why some people commit crimes and how can we...
BA Honours in Education
DocumentsIntermediate Awards N/A Mode of Study Full-time Location of Study London Road Campus Course Length 1 year Total Guided Learning Hours (GL) – 120 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) – 1 year Course Code FLR6BED001 UCAS Code X303 QAA Subject Benchmarks QAA Subject Benchmark Statement – Early Childhood Studies QQA Subject Benchmark Statement – Education Studies HECoS Code 100459 Accreditation Type Staffordshire University Accreditation Details The qualification is provided through Staffordshire University. Criteria for Admission to the Programme Applicants must be employed (either paid or voluntary) within an early years/ education setting for at least four hours per week. As a major part of the programme requires regular and intensive access to children it will be a condition of acceptance...
Functional Skills in English Level 1
Numeracy & LiteracyThe course(s) provide the opportunity for you to develop your literacy/English skills at your own pace with expert teaching and support. Topics covered include: Reading a range of texts Identifying key information Writing skills Comparing texts Purpose of text Language features Spelling,...
Published illustrator Jasmine Floyd comes to Shrewsbury Colleges Group to deliver talk
NewsSelf-employed illustrator Jasmine Floyd came to the college to talk to Level 3 Art and Design students about her journey and showcase her work. ...
Chemistry A Level
ScienceChemistry helps you understand the world around you. It plays a role in almost every action on earth and can help us make informed decisions, understand substances and their properties. Chemical scientists are leading research...
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design
Art & DesignYou will be taught by artists and designers in an art school environment and have opportunities to specialise and be encouraged to cross creative boundaries. The first year of the course has opportunities for students...
Functional Skills English
Numeracy & LiteracyThe course(s) provide the opportunity for you to develop your literacy/English skills at your own pace with expert teaching and support. Topics covered include: Reading a range of texts Identifying key information Writing skills Comparing texts Purpose of text Language features Spelling,...
Geology A Level
ScienceGeology is the study of the Earth: how it works, its 4.5 billion year history, as well as where it is heading in the future. Geologists are interested in why something happens – like geohazards...
T Level in Design & Development For Engineering & Manufacturing: Electrical & Electronic Engineering
EngineeringThe course will include the following topics: Design methodologies and processes Tools, equipment, and materials used in electrical and electronic engineering Representations, symbols, conventions, and annotations used in electrical and electronic engineering Producing electrical and electronic drawings and representations Designing...
