HNC/HND Games Design

to games design and animation and students will learn the processes involved in creating games as well as studying how the games design industry works. You will study key players in this exciting and evolving segment of the creative arts industry and...

Level 3 Site Carpentry

is ideal if you have an interest in carpentry and construction and wish to gain a Level 3 qualification in Level 3 Carpentry. How is the course assessed? Practical task Assignment Online multi-choice exams Your Study Programme If you are aged 16-18, you...

Games convention puts students in control

for gaming fans eager to enjoy a sneak preview of hotly anticipated new releases and for indie and student developers to showcase their projects. This year there was an impressive number of both triple A and indie titles shown and game design students...

Remote working during the coronavirus outbreak: Week Seven blog

of our four walls into the big, wide world, now seems an appropriate time to look back on the past few weeks and think about how we have adapted, how we have evolved and how we have changed as a result of COVID-19. Here's five things the coronavirus...

Essential Digital Skills

need for life and work. What will I study? Skills that adults learn on the course includes creating and editing documents, how to use emails and video calls, completing online forms and transactions. Learners will also resolve simple technical issues...

“I’ve got my life back” – mental health survivor praises ‘life-changing’ support at Northampton College

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

This qualification aims to give learners knowledge of different specific learning difficulties, how they are diagnosed and how individuals can be supported. The qualification can be used by a wide range of learners looking to improve their knowledge...

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

approach to supporting individuals with autistic profiles; it focuses on the influence of positive communication methods, how to support positive behaviour, and how individuals with autism can be supported to live healthy and fulfilled lives. This...

Level 1 Carpentry and Joinery (Part Time)

ideal if you have an interest in building and construction and wish to gain a Level 1 qualification in Carpentry and Joinery. How is the course assessed? Practical task Assignments On-line multi-choice exams Knowledge You will develop a thorough...

AAT Level 1 Award in Computerised Accounting

introduces students to the basics of using accounting software. Students that complete this qualification will understand how to process information in respect of the sales and purchase ledger, create invoices and credit notes and deal with payments....

Starring role opposite Michael Bublé for former Northampton College acting student

A Level Chemistry

to explore a fascinating science. You will have the opportunity to experiment and understand interactions between chemicals, how to control reactions and important concepts such as the structure of the atom. You will investigate the fascinating...

A Level Chemistry

to explore a fascinating science. You will have the opportunity to experiment and understand interactions between chemicals, how to control reactions and important concepts such as the structure of the atom. You will investigate the fascinating...

A Level Geography

shape our geographical world. A Level Geography allows you to investigate current issues such as the climate crisis and how that is impacting the natural environment. Geography is applicable to a wide range of careers such as climate science, energy...

A Level Geography

shape our geographical world. A Level Geography allows you to investigate current issues such as the climate crisis and how that is impacting the natural environment. Geography is applicable to a wide range of careers such as climate science, energy...

Gatsby Employer Resources

guide is designed to make the complex education and skills system in England easier to understand and navigate. Want to know how to take on apprentices? Curious about how to work with your local college? Wondering how you can influence the skills being...

Part-time/distance learning courses

the units within your e-portfolio and answer the questions at the end of each unit. These courses are free to most students. However, this depends on your age, the level of qualification you have already achieved, your employment status, benefit status...

Current students

our Exams team - MISandExams@northamptoncollege.ac.uk. Further information on exams and assessments at college, including how to access additional support with your exams, can be found on our website.

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

individuals and manage their behaviour. What will I study? Core units: Understand behaviour that challenges Understand how to support positive behaviour Understand the importance of effective communication and the management of behaviour that challenges...

AAT Access Award in Accounting Software

that complete this qualification will understand the benefits and risks of using accounting software. They will learn how to set up accounts and record bank and cash transactions using an accounting software package. They will learn how to use the...