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Law, Policing and Protective Services
A law course at Newcastle College is the perfect preparation for a wide range of careers in the criminal justice system as well as history, and literature and journalism.
Courses are developed with public service professionals and you will benefit from working closely with industry experts through guest lectures, study clinics and live briefs.
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What can I study?
Food Production and Cooking - Level 2 (Part-Time)
Do you dream of being a chef? This part-time Food Production and Cooking course will have you 'cooking on gas' towards a career in the catering and hospitality sector.
Length: 6.5 hours per week for 34 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Professional Cookery - Level 3 (Part-Time)
This course could help you land your dream role in the kitchen. Gain an understanding of commodities used, current trends and the use of state-of-the-art technology in cooking.
Length: 6.5 hours per week for 34 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Creative Craft (Ceramics) - Level 3
If you have a passion for ceramics and are prepared to try throwing, hand building, sculpting, glazing and being part of a fully functioning ceramics studio, this course will be an excellent option for you
Length: 7 hours per week for 33 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 7th September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice - Level 3
Are you passionate about people and making the workplace a great place to be? Study this course in People Practice at a CIPD Approved Centre and add real value to your workplace and the teams within it.
Length: 4.5 hours per week for 35 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start Date: Various
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Policing - Level 3
Want to join the police? Looking to gain the right experience to give you an employment edge? This policing course is perfect if you're setting your sights on a career in the force.
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Early Years Practitioner - Level 2 (Part-Time)
This Early Years Practitioner - Level 2 course is a part-time intensive course designed to help adults begin a career in childcare and early years education.
Length: 4 hours per week for 35 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Rye Hill Campus
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