Truro and Penwith College
College · TRURO · South West
- Courses for school leavers
- 182
- Subject areas covered
- 24
- Courses listed in total
- 366
What Ofsted found
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Inspected on 3 December 2024 under the previous framework. Ofsted withdrew overall effectiveness grades for schools in September 2024, so this will not be repeated.
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
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What they cover, and at what level
A filled cell means at least one course. Gaps matter: if you want Level 3 in a subject they only teach at Level 2, you would need to go elsewhere later.
| Subject | Entry level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art and design | Not offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Building and construction | Not offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Business and enterprise | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Childcare and education | Not offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Computing and IT | Not offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Drama and dance | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Engineering | Not offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| English | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Hair and beauty | Not offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Health and social care | Not offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| History and humanities | Not offered | Not offered | Not offered | Offered |
| Hospitality and catering | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Languages | Not offered | Not offered | Not offered | Offered |
| Law | Not offered | Not offered | Not offered | Offered |
| Maths | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Media and film | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Motor vehicle | Not offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Music | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Psychology and society | Not offered | Not offered | Not offered | Offered |
| Public and protective services | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Science | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Skills for life and work | Offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Sport and fitness | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
| Travel and tourism | Not offered | Not offered | Offered | Offered |
Campuses
- TRURO COLLEGE · Truro · TR1 3XX
- PENWITH COLLEGE · Penzance · TR18 2SA
- STEM and Health Skills Centre · Bodmin · PL31 2GT
Their courses for school leavers
Hair and beauty18 courses
- Level 3 Diploma in HairdressingLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Nail ServicesLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 20 weeks
- VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Swedish MassageLevel 3 · T Levels · 15 weeks
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy TreatmentsLevel 3 · T Levels · 1 year
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Make-Up ArtistryLevel 3 · T Levels · 1 year
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Nail ServicesLevel 3 · T Levels · 1 year
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Women's HairdressingLevel 3 · T Levels · 34 weeks
- VTCT Level 2 Award in Apply Make UpLevel 2 · T Levels · 10 weeks
- VTCT Level 2 Award in Head MassageLevel 2 · T Levels · 4 weeks
- VTCT Level 2 Award in Skin Cancer AwarenessLevel 2 · T Levels · 1 day
- VTCT Level 2 Award in Thermal Auricular TherapyLevel 2 · T Levels · 4 days
- VTCT Level 2 Certificate in BarberingLevel 2 · T Levels · 30 weeks
- VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Beauty Specialist TechniquesLevel 2 · T Levels · 34 weeks
- VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Eyebrow Treatments and Eyelash EnhancementsLevel 2 · T Levels · 30 weeks
- VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Women's HairdressingLevel 2 · T Levels · 1 year
- VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Women's HairdressingLevel 2 · T Levels · 34 weeks
- VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Specialist TechniquesLevel 2 · T Levels · 1 year
- VTCT Level 1 Diploma in Hair & Beauty SkillsLevel 1 · T Levels · 1 year
Building and construction17 courses
- C&G Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Painting and DecoratingLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- C&G Level 3 Diploma in Bench JoineryLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- C&G Level 3 Diploma in BricklayingLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- C&G Level 3 Diploma in Site CarpentryLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- C&G Level 2 Diploma in Bench JoineryLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- C&G Level 2 Diploma in BricklayingLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- C&G Level 2 Diploma in Painting and DecoratingLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- C&G Level 2 Diploma in PlasteringLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- C&G Level 2 Diploma in Site CarpentryLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- Level 2 Diploma in BricklayingLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- C&G Level 1 Diploma in BricklayingLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 year
- C&G Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry and JoineryLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 year
- C&G Level 1 Diploma in Painting and DecoratingLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 year
- Hard Hat Ready (C&G Level 1 Award in Health & Safety in a Construction Environment)Level 1 · Stepping stones · 3 days
- Level 1 Award in Construction Skills (Carpentry and Joinery)Level 1 · Stepping stones · 10 weeks
- Level 1 Award in Construction Skills (Plastering)Level 1 · Stepping stones · 10 weeks
- Level 1 Certificate in Construction Skills (Bricklaying)Level 1 · Stepping stones · 10 weeks
Skills for life and work15 courses
- International Baccalaureate DiplomaLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- Functional Skills in EnglishLevel 2 · Stepping stones · 30 weeks
- Functional Skills Qualification in English L2Level 2 · Stepping stones · 3 weeks
- Functional Skills Qualification in English L2Level 2 · Stepping stones · 20 weeks
- Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics L2Level 2 · Stepping stones · 6 weeks
- Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2Level 2 · Stepping stones · 20 weeks
- Level 2 Award in Progression (Personal & Professional Development)Level 2 · Stepping stones · 1 year
- Digital Functional Skills - Level 1Level 1 · Stepping stones · 10 weeks
- Functional Skills in Maths Level 1Level 1 · Stepping stones · 7 weeks
- Functional Skills Qualification in English L1Level 1 · Stepping stones · 3 weeks
- Functional Skills Qualification in English L1Level 1 · Stepping stones · 20 weeks
- Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics L1Level 1 · Stepping stones · 6 weeks
- Preparation for AdulthoodEntry level · Stepping stones · 3 years
- Preparation for EmploymentEntry level · Stepping stones · 2 years
- Preparation for Independence & EmploymentEntry level · Stepping stones · 3 years
Science14 courses
- A Level ChemistryLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Environmental ScienceLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level GeologyLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level in BiologyLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level in BiologyLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level PhysicsLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Analytical and Forensic Science)ScienceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science: Biomedical ScienceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Applied Science (Analytical and Forensic Science)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Applied Science (Biomedical Science)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied ScienceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Applied ScienceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- GCSE (9-1) in BiologyLevel 2 · Stepping stones · 30 weeks
- GCSE BiologyLevel 2 · Stepping stones · 30 weeks
Sport and fitness14 courses
- A Level Physical EducationLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- BTEC L3 National Extended Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal TrainingLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC L3 National Foundation Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal TrainingLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport & Exercise ScienceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise ScienceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Sport & Exercise ScienceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- ILM L3 Award in Effective CoachingLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 3 months
- Level 3 Award in Effective CoachingLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 5 days
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Technical Occupational Entry in Exercise and Fitness - Personal TrainerLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 18 weeks
- BTEC Level 2 Certificate in SportLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- YMCA Level 2 Award in Intstructing Kettlebell TrainingLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 2 weeks
- YMCA Level 2 Award in Technical Specialist in Exercise and Fitness - Group Exercise Instructor (Indoor Cycling)Level 2 · Vocational and trade · 4 days
- YMCA Level 2 Award Technical Specialist in Exercise and Fitness - Group Exercise Instructor (Circuit Training)Level 2 · Vocational and trade · 5 days
- YMCA Level 2 Diploma Extended Technical Occupational Entry in Exercise and Fitness: Gym InstructorLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 14 weeks
Business and enterprise13 courses
- A Level AccountingLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Business StudiesLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- AAT Accounting Level 3 DiplomaLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 34 weeks
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in BusinessLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in BusinessLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma in BusinessLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- Cambridge L3 Technical Foundation Diploma in BusinessLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- CIPD Foundation Certificate in People PracticeLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 33 weeks
- ILM L3 Award in Leadership and ManagementLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 4 months
- Level 3 Award in Leadership and ManagementLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 5 days
- AAT Accounting Level 2 CertificateLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 35 weeks
- AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in AccountingLevel 2 · T Levels · 35 weeks
- Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team SkillsLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 3 days
Music13 courses
- A Level MusicLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Music TechnologyLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- BTEC L3 National Foundation Diploma in MusicLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 Extended National Certificate in Music (Classical)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in MusicLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Music ProductionLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Music ProductionLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Diploma in Music Performance and ProductionLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Extended Diploma in Music Performance and ProductionLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance and ProductionLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in MusicLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
Health and social care13 courses
- BTEC L3 National Extended Diploma in Health and Social CareLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC L3 National Foundation Diploma in Health and Social CareLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health and Social CareLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Health & Social CareLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at WorkLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 1 day
- Level 3 Award in First Aid at WorkLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 2 days
- Level 3 Award in First Aid at WorkLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 3 days
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First AidLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 2 days
- Level 3 First Aid at Work RequalificationLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 2 days
- BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social CareLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC L1 Introductory Diploma in Health & Social CareLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 year
- BTEC Level 1 Introductory Certificate in Health & Social CareLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 year
- NCFE Level 1 Award in Mental Health AwarenessLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 day
Art and design11 courses
- A Level 3D DesignLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Art - Fine ArtLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Art & Design: TextilesLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Art: Illustration & GraphicsLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Fashion - Art and DesignLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- ABC Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art, Design & MediaLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and CommunicationLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and CommunicationLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- UAL Level 3 Diploma in Art & DesignLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- UAL Level 2 Diploma in Art & DesignLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- UAL Level 1 Diploma in Art & DesignLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 year
Media and film11 courses
- A Level Film StudiesLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Media StudiesLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level PhotographyLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- UAL Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production & TechnologyLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- UAL Level 3 Diploma in Lens Based MediaLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- UAL Level 3 Diploma in Photography (Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice Art, Design and Communication: PhotographyLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Lens Based MediaLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- UAL Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Creative Media Production & TechnologyLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- UAL Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design: PhotographyLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- UAL Level 2 Diploma in Media & GamesLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
Drama and dance9 courses
- A Level DanceLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level DramaLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts: DanceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts: PerformanceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Production Arts PracticeLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Performing Arts: DanceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Performing Arts: PerformanceLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Production Arts PracticeLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- UAL L2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (Acting)Level 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
Childcare and education9 courses
- C&G Level 3 Certificate in Advice and GuidanceLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 5 days
- CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (EYE)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 32 weeks
- NCFE / CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (EYE)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 48 weeks
- C&G Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching & Learning in SchoolsLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 32 weeks
- Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in SchoolsLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 32 weeks
- NCFE CACHE L2 Diploma for the Early Years PractitionerLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years PractitionerLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years PractitionerLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 34 weeks
- Award in Caring for ChildrenLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 year
Public and protective services8 courses
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective ServicesLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Uniformed Protective ServicesLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed ServicesLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- Extended Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services (OG)Level 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- NCFE L3 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed ServicesLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- NCFE L3 Extended Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed ServicesLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Preparation for Public ServicesLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 2 First Award in Public ServicesLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
Computing and IT7 courses
- A Level Computer ScienceLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Information TechnologyLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Information TechnologyLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC First Award in Information and Creative TechnologyLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC Level 2 Award in Information & Creative TechnologyLevel 2 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- C&G Computer Aided Design (CAD) Level 2 (Solidworks)Level 2 · Vocational and trade · 15 weeks
- C&G Computer Aided Design (CAD) Level 1Level 1 · Stepping stones · 10 weeks
Psychology and society7 courses
- A Level EconomicsLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level ElectronicsLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level PoliticsLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level PsychologyLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level SociologyLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- Certificate in CriminologyLevel 3 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- Diploma in CriminologyLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
Maths7 courses
- A Level Further MathematicsLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level MathematicsLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- AQA L3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)Level 3 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- GCSE (9-1) in MathematicsLevel 2 · Stepping stones · 30 weeks
- GCSE Maths (Foundation Tier)Level 2 · Stepping stones · 30 weeks
- GCSE Maths (Foundation Tier)Level 2 · Stepping stones · 30 weeks
- GCSE Maths (Higher Tier)Level 2 · Stepping stones · 30 weeks
Engineering7 courses
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in EngineeringLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in EngineeringLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- BTEC National Extended Diploma in EngineeringLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 2 years
- BTEC National Foundation Diploma in EngineeringLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- C&G Level 2 Diploma in Machining (Foundation Knowledge)Level 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)Level 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- Award in Introductory Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) WeldingLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 8 weeks
History and humanities6 courses
- A Level Classical CivilisationLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level GeographyLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level HistoryLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Medieval HistoryLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Modern HistoryLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
- A Level Religious StudiesLevel 3 · A levels · 2 years
English5 courses
Hospitality and catering5 courses
- CTH Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Professional CookeryLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- CTH Level 2 Diploma in Patisserie & Confectionery SkillsLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 36 weeks
- Level 2 Award for Personal Licence HoldersLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 day
- Level 2 Award in Beer and Cellar Quality (Cask and Keg)Level 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 day
- Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (RQF)Level 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 day
Motor vehicle4 courses
- IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & RepairLevel 3 · Applied and BTEC · 1 year
- IMI Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & RepairLevel 2 · Vocational and trade · 1 year
- IMI Level 1 Diploma in Automotive MaintenanceLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 30 weeks
- IMI Level 1 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & RepairLevel 1 · Stepping stones · 1 year