AI Prompt Engineering & Literacy
Learn advanced prompting techniques, ethical generative AI use, machine learning basics, and AI bias recognition.
British Sign Language (BSL) or Deaf Awareness
Introductory Level 1 certification or structured short course in conversational BSL.
Digital Skills Bootcamp
Intensive short course in workplace technology, cloud workflows, and data productivity tools.
Emergency First Aid Level 3
Short course structured across multiple lessons to fulfil essential emergency response delivery requirements.
First Aid Level 3
Hands on emergency response training providing elite tier differentiation for UCAS applications and employer CVs.
Introduction to Counselling
Introductory short course covering the core principles of counselling.
Level 2 Gym Instructing / Level 3 Personal Training
Queen Mary’s College is the only college in the local area where you can qualify as a personal trainer alongside your studies.
Qualify as a Fitness Instructor in Year 1 and a Personal Trainer in Year 2. This enrichment provides direct route into the leisure industry.
Costs: Level 2 – £225, Level 3 – £375.
Level 2 Certificate in Psychology / Mental Health
Ofqual endorsed certificate introducing research methodology, ethics, and human behaviour.
Level 3 Higher Sports Leaders Award
Practical community leadership development translating directly into UCAS tariff points.
Languages (Japanese/Classical Latin short courses)
Conversational Japanese or Classical Latin grammar and Roman culture projects, cultivating global language awareness.
Music Theory (Up to Grade 5)
Fundamentals of music grammar for all levels. Serves as an academic prerequisite for advanced instrumental exams and A Level support.
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
Nationally recognised Level 3 qualification worth 8 UCAS points, enhancing local part time student employability. Course cost: £175.
Nutrition for Healthy Eating
Vocational qualification focused on healthy eating and nutritional principles (Y Awards Level 2 Award).
Personal Finance (Understanding Money)
Explores work, tax, National Insurance, savings, loans, and budgeting to prepare students for adult financial independence.
Practical Motoring/Bike Skills
Practical vehicle maintenance skills, including tyre changes and condition checks.
Speaking in Public
Develop advanced oratory and oral communication skills.