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HIGHER EDUCATION COURSE GUIDE 2021-22 UNIVERSITY LEVEL COURSES
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Your future is created
by what you do today,
not tomorrow.
Robert T. Kiyosaki
American Businessman and Author
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Contents Find Your
Course
Principal’s Welcome 04 Money Matters 24 Art and Design 36 Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy 112
Reasons to Aim Higher 06 Your Career Starts Here 26 Business and Administration 44 Hospitality and Tourism 120
Campus Facilities 08 Qualifications Explained 28 Care and Health 56 Media, Multimedia and Journalism 124
Your Student Experience 10 UCAS Tariff Points Conversion 29 Computing and IT 74 Music and Performing Arts 132
Sport and Events 12 How to Apply 30 Construction and Built Environment 80 Science 138
Information for Parents 14 Associate Student Status 32 Early Years (Childcare) 88 Sport 146
Meet our Students 16 Find Your Course 34 Engineering 98
Mature Learners 18 Get in Touch 150
Supporting Your Study 20
Reasonable adjustments on course delivery. For details see page 150
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Principal’s
Welcome
Higher Education in this city
and region is vitally important
to our socio-economic
development.
On average more than 1,000 people are involved We need more of our young people to look
in Full-Time and Part-Time Higher Education at at the local Higher Education option at North
our College. West Regional College. We can only build the
economy we all aspire to through developing and
The breadth of study is outlined in this publication maintaining our skills base in this city and region.
with an emphasis on Foundation Degrees, Higher
Level Apprenticeships (Earn While You Learn), Therefore I would ask Parents, Principals and
Higher National Diplomas / Certificates and Careers Teachers to encourage our young people
Professional qualifications. to consider the ‘near to home’ option for their
Higher Education choice.
We also have a strong Access provision that
provides a pathway into Higher Education for Let us work together to help make more and
mature adults. better jobs for our people.
These two year degree programmes provide an
immediate entry into key areas where there are
jobs, such as Computing, Business, Engineering
and the Health Sector. They will also allow you to
complete a BSc or BA Degree with ‘top up’ Leo Murphy
at your own pace. Principal and Chief Executive
93%
of students would
More than recommend
NWRC to a friend*
10,000
students across
5 campuses
*NWRC Student Survey, 2019
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University
Level Courses Flexible Work
on your doorstep Study Placements
Celebrate Options to enhance your
your success with perfect for employability
our annual working adults
Graduation Lower
Tuition Fees
Ceremony than University
Study up to
Industry
Standard Degree
state-of-the-art
facilities Level
Smaller with us*
Class Sizes
than university mean
more one-to-one
support
Professional
650+
Qualifications
employers are
looking for
Graduates
progress to University
every year
*BSC (Hons) Early Childhood Care, Health & Education
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Campus £17m+
invested in More than
Facilities College Facilities
since 2015 10,000
students across
5 campuses
Derry~Londonderry Limavady
Strand Road Main Street
Our largest campus, conveniently located only 10 mins Providing learning and training to the Limavady borough
by foot from the city centre, boasts industry-standard, for more than 100 years, this modern Campus includes:
cutting-edge facilities to support your learning.
• Veterinary nursing lab
Facilities on campus include: • Hair and Beauty salons*
• Garnett’s fine-dining restaurant*
• Gym and Fitness Suite • Art and Design wing and creative studios
• Art and Design studios • Sport and fitness testing lab
• 170-seat performance theatre • Health science laboratory
• Dance studio • IT and multimedia suites
• Music recording studio • Library and Learning Resource Centre
Veterinary Nursing Lab
• TV production studio
Greystone
• Photographic studio
This state-of-the-art training facility features the latest
• News and Radio station
equipment and technology for courses in Engineering,
• Multimedia suites with the latest industry software Construction, Wood Occupations, Brickwork, Tiling
• The Flying Clipper fine-dining restaurant, cafés and Motor Vehicle Maintenance.
and barista bar*
• Hair and Beauty salons* Our Product Design Centre - the first of its kind in the
• Fully-equipped Science, ICT North West - helps entrepreneurs create new products.
and Engineering Labs
• Library and Learning Resource Centre Strabane
• Open access Careers Academy Derry Road
• Innovation Centres – Foodovation and DIAL (Design Located centrally, in the heart of the town, Strabane
Innovation for Assisted Living) Campus offers first rate teaching in a listed traditional
building supported by an additional extension and
Springtown refurbished with modern facilities, which include:
We are currently completing a multi-million-pound Science Labs Hair & Beauty Salons
redevelopment of our Springtown campus following • Hair and Beauty salons*
investment from the Department for the Economy (DfE). • Vocational training workshops
• Fully resourced IT suite and classrooms
This funding will result in a vibrant, new state-of-the-art • Library and Learning Resource Centre
learning environment for Apprenticeships and Training in • Students’ Union
areas such as:
Book a Campus Tour
• Electrical engineering
marketing@nwrc.ac.uk
• Motor vehicle maintenance and repair
• Plumbing Find out more
• Joinery nwrc.ac.uk/campus
• Brickwork
• Fabrication and welding
Foyle Theatre Motor Vehicle Workshops
*Our Cafés, Restaurants and Hair & Beauty salons are open to the public.
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Student
Discounted
Become a
Car Parking
Student at Foyleside East
Ambassador Car Park
and earn freebies
plus lots more! Financial
Support
available to fund
your studies
Multi-million Pound Facilities Competitions
15%
We have invested millions of pounds in state-of-the-art Boost your CV by competing in competitions
facilities, resources and recreational areas to deliver a on a local, national and international scale.
dynamic and modern learning experience.
Atmosphere
Our facilities include: College life is very different to school. Our students discount for students
• Veterinary Lab love the relaxed, diverse and welcoming atmosphere. at our Hair & Beauty
• Hairdressing and Beauty Salons We will treat you with respect and support, and Salons
• Fine-Dining Restaurants and Cafés encourage you to become more independent.
• 170-seat Performance Theatre
• Music Recording Studios Clubs and Societies
• High Definition TV and Radio Studio Get the most out of College life by taking part in the
• Art and Design Studios different events, clubs and societies organised by our
• Library and Learning Resource Centre Students’ Union. You can also enjoy fantastic benefits,
• Gym and Sports Fitness Testing Lab such as discounts on travel and shopping!
• Motor Vehicle Repair Workshops
• Science Labs And don’t forget our amazing concerts, exhibitions,
• Innovation Centres shows and sports.
Visit us on Open Day or book a campus tour to explore Find out more:
our facilities. Contact marketing@nwrc.ac.uk nwrc.ac.uk/student-union
Expert Staff
Our lecturers are industry experts and our support staff
are friendly and compassionate.
Watch videos about College life
nwrc.ac.uk/videos
Cafés
& Restaurants
Improve your Job Prospects open to the
public
Our accredited courses help you to develop the skills
and knowledge employers are looking for.
Gain valuable work experience which will prepare you for
the world of work. Many courses also give you the option
to work and study abroad!
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Sport Free
College
& Events Gym
Life at NWRC is about so much Show-stopping Events
more than just studying. It is also As a NWRC student you’ll have the opportunity to attend
or take part in exciting events and activities across our
about broadening your horizons by
campuses, which are designed to enhance your student
embracing new experiences and experience. Take a break from your studies, catch up with
building friendships right across friends, or just sample the NWRC entertainment scene.
the College.
From masterclasses to fashion shows, photography
exhibitions to live concerts, there’s always something to
Clubs and Societies see and do outside of the classroom.
A fantastic way to make the most of your time at NWRC
is to join one (or more!) of the many clubs and societies Freshers’ Day
that the College has to offer. Our Clubs and Societies are Freshers’ Day is an amazing opportunity for you to find
all 100% free so there’s no reason not to get involved. out about the best of what our College has to offer! Come
along to meet Student Services, your Students’ Union
If you can’t find a society that floats your boat, then why team and to take part in lots of fun, interactive activities.
not set up your own? All you need are a number of And don’t forget to grab yourself some freebies too!
like-minded people to help you run it, then simply contact
us and we will sort out the rest. Live Shows and Performances
Live performances from our Music and Performing
Sports Clubs Arts students always get top billing. In recent years our
If you’re feeling sporty we offer a wide range of sporting students have delivered a number of live performances in
activities through our Students’ Union. From football to our Foyle Theatre, including Pulp Fiction, Reservoir Dogs,
martial arts, basketball to outdoor pursuits, we’ve got Shaun of the Dead and The Big Lebowski.
plenty to keep you busy!
Exciting Showcases and Competitions
The College also has a fully-equipped gym (located at We frequently deliver popular showcases in Hair & Beauty,
Strand Rd campus) which is free for all NWRC students. Art & Design and Hospitality, with competitions on-going
throughout the year. Students studying a vocational
Our students often compete in local, national and course also have the opportunity to battle it out for the
international competitions in sports such as swimming, chance to represent the College in local, regional and
judo, karate, pool, ten-pin bowling and many more. International Worldskills competitions.
Elite Athlete Scheme Masterclasses
Our Elite Athlete Scheme is a financial initiative established We host successful masterclasses throughout the year,
to reward the sporting achievements of our most talented giving students the opportunity to learn from leading
sportsmen and women. Selected winners receive a professionals and influencers. Those we have welcomed
monetary bursary along with additional training support to the College in recent years include Louis Walsh (Former
and advice from the College’s Sports Department. X-Factor Judge), Martin O’Neill (Former ROI Football
Manager) and Patrick Cutliffe (Google).
Each applicant is presented with an O’Neills NWRC
sports kit and continue to play a full part in sport at the
College by participating in various competitions and Find out more
championships. nwrc.ac.uk/student-union
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Progress Coaches Lower Tuition Fees
Information Our Progress Coaches will assist Students studying Higher Education
students throughout their time at at NWRC can expect significantly
for Parents the College. They work closely
with students to monitor and help
lower tuition fees than university,
allowing them to live close to home
improve attendance, while also and reduce travel and maintenance
liaising with Personal Tutors to costs. The College also offers a
We know just how ensure students are progressing in comprehensive package of financial
important it is for your their respective courses. options to help support students
child to have a smooth during their study.
transition from school Work Experience
to college and for you We actively prepare our students Quality Teaching
to be a part of that for the world of work from day Many of our lecturers continue to
one. Our courses are designed to work as industry professionals and
process. provide learners with the skills and offer extensive knowledge and
knowledge employers want. experience of their specialist area.
We are fully committed to ensuring
that your child has access to all Many of our courses include work Students receive more teaching
the specialist support they need experience, which provides students hours with NWRC than on most
to help them successfully achieve with the opportunity to apply the traditional university courses. Our
their qualifications at North West skills they have developed in class classes are also much smaller which
Regional College. to a real work setting. allows us to offer an exceptional
level of one-to-one support they
Personal Tutor Industry Links wouldn’t get anywhere else.
All full-time students are allocated We have excellent links with local,
a dedicated Personal Tutor, who will national and international employers Get in touch
monitor their progress throughout who provide students with valuable info@nwrc.ac.uk
their course, providing tailored work placement opportunities,
masterclasses and site visits. Find out more
support and guidance to enable
nwrc.ac.uk/parents
them to achieve their full potential.
Our Personal Tutors offer
a range of support services
to our students while they
study with us, including:
Careers Support
We deliver a wide range of
bespoke programmes and
interactive workshops to help
students plan their education
around a clear career path.
Learning Support
Our Learning Link team
provides additional support,
guidance and resources to
students with any learning,
physical or mental health
issues.
Student Services
The team can provide advice
and guidance on a wide range
of areas, including EMA, Bus
Passes and Financial Support.
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Meet our “I absolutely loved my time at
Students NWRC. The support I received
from all of the lecturers was
unbelievable, they were always
there for me and pushed me to
my full potential.”
VANESSA CANNING
BTEC LEVEL 5 HND IN HAIR AND BEAUTY
MANAGEMENT
“I work for a Housing Association
and this course has allowed me to
develop more skills and progress
my knowledge in the world of
Property Services.”
DEIRDRE SHARKEY
BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN CONSTRUCTION
AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
“My Foundation Degree gave me
the skills and confidence I needed
to change careers. Now I am
working as a Software Developer
with AE Global.”
STEPHEN MCCLAY
FOUNDATION DEGREE IN
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
“I applied for a Higher Level
Apprenticeship as I thought it was
a great opportunity to gain work
experience and get paid while
studying towards a qualification.
There is only so much you can
learn from a textbook.”
REBEKAH GLEN
HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICESHIP
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Mature
Learners
We welcome applications from Accreditation of Prior Experiential
students, regardless of what stage Learning (APEL)
of the education journey they might If you don’t have traditional A-Level / GCSE qualifications,
we can take into account the knowledge and skills you
be on. It’s never to late to learn
have gained through work as a foundation for study in
something new. higher education.
This includes learning gained through:
Learning has no age limit
Returning to education a little later in life can seem
• Life and work experiences (paid and voluntary)
daunting, but at NWRC extensive support is available to
• Community-based learning
build your confidence and help you feel prepared.
• Workplace learning and training
• Continuing professional development
For many adults, the decision to return to education is
• Independent learning
life-changing, opening up new career prospects and
employment opportunities. Many are returning to college
APEL Advisor
after a break in their education, some are looking to retrain
You will be assigned to an APEL Adviser will support you
for a new career, while others are trying to make the most
through the process by introducing you to the relevant
out of opportunities they may not have had when they
guidelines, building your confidence as a learner through
were younger. We believe that education is for everyone,
identifying your strengths and skills, and by advising you
regardless of age.
on how to prepare your portfolio of evidence of learning.
Every year the number of mature students attending
To schedule an appointment with an APEL Advisor in your
Higher Education Colleges and Universities continues to
subject area, contact our Quality Enhancement Unit:
grow. We value the diverse experience and life skills that
qeu@nwrc.ac.uk
mature students bring to our College community.
The First Step
Our staff are experienced in offering advice to mature
learners whose qualifications don’t fit with our usual
admission requirements. Contact our dedicated Careers
or Admissions Team to discuss the flexible options we
have available to you. “I have always had an interest in Receive a College
journalism but it was an itch I never bursary of up to
£500*
Admissions: admissions@nwrc.ac.uk
scratched. I always had this feeling
Careers Academy: careers@nwrc.ac.uk
that I had missed out, so I decided
to go back to College. The course
fits right around the kids’ schedule
and my part-time job.
I would say to anyone who was
like me and is still sitting on the
fence that anything is possible.
The opportunity is always there,
you just have to go for it!”
CIARAN LOCKHART
NCTJ DIPLOMA IN JOURNALISM
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Supporting
Your Study
Throughout your student journey, Student Services Careers Service NI
you will have access to our full range Student Services is made up of seven key support CareersService NI works in partnership with our Careers
areas: the Careers Academy, Student Finance, Library, Academy. For details visit careersserviceni.com or call
of support services, including careers
Students’ Union, Learning Link, Health & Wellbeing 0300 200 7820.
advice, mentoring, advice on finance and Safeguarding.
and academic matters, professional College Counselling
development, events and more. The Student Services team are your main source of Our Student Services staff are trained to provide a
information, support and guidance. If you are concerned confidential Listening Ear Service. Our Safeguarding
about your studies or are experiencing personal issues Officer will also be able to advise and if needed refer
you can talk to us in a safe and confidential setting. you to a GP or Inspire Counsellor. Counselling Services
at NWRC are provided in association with Inspire
Tel: 028 7127 6045 (Strand Road / Strabane campus) Student Wellbeing.
028 7127 8770 (Limavady campus)
Tel: 028 7127 6096 / 8709
Student Finance Email: counselling@nwrc.ac.uk
Our Student Finance team provides students with advice
and guidance on funding options available to support Students’ Union
them during their studies. The Students’ Union is made up of students of varying
courses, age and gender, who support the general welfare
This includes bursaries, grants, student loans, tuition of all students. It is the main channel of communication
fees and other financial help. Student Finance is also between students and College management, and
responsible for the administration of the Hardship Fund, organises a range of events and societies for students
EMA, Care to Learn, Higher Education Bursary, the throughout the year.
distribution of Further Education Award cheques and
Higher Education registrations. A Students’ Union President and class representatives
are elected at the beginning of each academic year.
Tel: 028 7127 6033
Email: studentfinance@nwrc.ac.uk The Students’ Union helps to organise Clubs & Societies,
Freshers’ Week, Student Socials, Fundraising, European
Careers Academy Travel, External Collaboration, Sporting Activities and
Our award-winning Careers Academy delivers a wide Team Building. Union members also enjoy NUS-USI
range of bespoke programmes and interactive workshops benefits such as travel and shopping discounts.
tailored to the student’s needs. We strive to close
the gaps to support students to creatively meet their
employment and higher education potential through the
innovative development of soft and hard skills.
We provide careers information, advice and guidance
before you apply and throughout your time at the college.
We also provide you with information and guidance on
how best to progress after course completion.
Tel: 028 7127 6111 / 6112 / 6500 / 6541 / 8784
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Learning Support Safeguarding
Do you have a learning difficulty or disability that may We are committed to the promotion of a caring supportive
affect the way you participate in your course? This can environment where staff and students can work together
also include medical conditions and mental health issues. in an atmosphere of mutual respect, so that each and
The Learning Link team can create a plan tailored to your every student can achieve their full potential. To protect
individual needs. All queries are treated in confidence. our young people, adolescents and adults at risk of
We encourage you to contact us early to ensure that we harm or in need of protection we must take a collective
can meet your needs. approach and shared responsibility. Our vision is achieved
with the cooperation of all staff at various professional
While we will endeavour at all times to meet the needs of
Library levels across all academic departments, within our
The College has a library on the three main campuses
students with learning difficulties and disabilities, parents support services and throughout our wider community.
which provides:
/ carers and other stakeholders must accept that there
may be occasions when the College provision is unable to Tel: 028 7127 6096 / 8709
• Access to books, journals and newspapers
address the needs of the student. Email: safeguarding@nwrc.ac.uk
• Access to digital / online resources, available
Liaison with Tutors remotely 24/7
• Reasonable Adjustment recommendations • Study Pods Widening Access and Participation
• Examination Access Arrangements (e.g. extra time) • Study space and access to PCs Our aim is to improve well-being for everyone by
• Library Guide on Student Portal – with links to providing academic pathways which are economically
Human Support resources and Information Skills information viable and lead to employment. The collaboration with the
• Note Takers, Mentors, Campus Assistants Universities is allowing ‘Access’ to Higher Education for
• Printing, including colour and photocopying
• Sign Language Interpreters adults who were previously made redundant, or change
• College-wide online catalogue to search for books career direction, the unemployed or those who hadn’t
• Stationery for sale considered progressing in education to access both Full
Equipment Loan
• Laptops • Evening opening until 8pm, Tue-Thu (Strand Road) and Part-time education allowing them to rethink their
• Dictaphones • Expert guidance and assistance from helpful staff educational pathway.
• Specialist Software and Equipment
Our Careers Academy has an inclusive ethos supporting
Equality the Widening Access and Participation Plan and ‘Access
Study Skills
The College promotes equality of opportunity among all to Success’ with the Widening Access and Participation
• Organisation
of our staff and students. We actively seek opportunities Officer working with disadvantaged communities and
• Time Management and Planning
to promote equality between the recognised groups with delivering the ‘Inspire’ programme.
• Proof Reading
a view to having an inclusive environment where everyone
• Revision and Exam Techniques
feels welcome. Scholarships and Erasmus Funded Programmes
Tel: 028 7127 6024 We also support a Widening Access and Participation
The College has been proactive in the area of equality and Bursary which is a scholarship aimed at Full-Time Higher
Email: learninglink@nwrc.ac.uk
will continue to explore ways of facilitating all students to Education students which helps with the cost of tuition
maximise their learning experience. fees from those from under-represented backgrounds.
SENDO
93%
In addition, we also offer a number of other significant
The Special Educational Needs and Disability (NI) Order Erasmus funded programmes. We understand that being
2005) (SENDO) came into effect on 1st September 2005. involved in international projects can enhance innovation.
Research shows that student mobilities increase life
The principle behind the further and higher education experience of travel, which can greatly enhance learning.
sections of this legislation is that people with disabilities
of students surveyed said should have the same opportunities as others to benefit
the support they received wherever possible from whatever education or other Find out more
helped them progress
in their course*
Get help with related provision is available. nwrc.ac.uk/studentservices
Tuition Costs The College welcomes calls via Relay.
Ask about our Wider
Access and Participation
HE Bursary
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Money Lower
Matters Tuition Fees
than University
With significantly lower tuition Part-Time Higher Education Courses Student Loans and Grants
fees compared to university many The College offers a fee payment instalment plan for
students who enrol on a part-time Higher Education Maintenance Grant
students are choosing to study course on or before 4th October 2021. UK students studying Higher Education
Higher Education at North West courses may apply for a non-repayable means-tested
Regional College, allowing them to If your total fee is more than £200 you may pay a deposit Maintenance Grant. You also have the option of applying
live close to home and reduce travel and the required balance in instalments as outlined below. for a Maintenance Loan, to assist with living costs and
and maintenance costs. Tuition Fee Loan, to cover the cost of your tuition fees.
Tuition Minimum Maximum Minimum
Fee Deposit Number of Monthly You will need to complete a PN1 form which is avail online
Tuition Fees Payable Instalments Direct Debit by visiting studentfinanceni.co.uk.
Less than
Full-Time Study or equal Full fee payable at time of enrolment NWRC College Bursary
Fees for full-time Higher Education courses are to £200 Full-Time Higher Education students with a household
£2,500* per annum. Childcare
income of less than £19,203* may be eligible for an
£201 - £400 £100 3 £50 Full-time students may be eligible for assistance with
NWRC College bursary of up to £500 per academic year
Part-Time Study More than childcare costs, for registered child-minders only, including
(subject to assessment).
Part-Time tuition fees and concessionary rates can vary. 25% 4 £50 crèches, nurseries etc. For more information contact
£400
Please visit nwrc.ac.uk/parttime for more information or Student Services.
For more details contact Student Finance:
contact our Finance Department on 028 7127 6388. Note: Anyone wishing to pay by instalments must set up a studentfinance@nwrc.ac.uk
Care to Learn
Direct Debit. Payments will be debited on or about the 5th
This support scheme is available to students aged
Payment of Tuition Fees of each month, commencing the month after enrolment. EU / Republic of Ireland Students
between 16-20 years old, where you could receive full
EU students may apply for a Tuition Fee Loan to cover
support for your registered childcare whilst you come to
Full-Time Higher Education Courses Non-Payment of Tuition Fees the costs of their HE tuition fees. You can download a
College to study. Apply at Student Services.
Students who have applied for a Tuition Fee Loan must Failure to pay the required Tuition Fees may result in one EU21N form online: gov.uk/student-finance-forms
provide a letter from the Student Loan Company (SLC) or more of the following:
Useful Contacts
confirming that an application for a Tuition Fee Loan has Republic of Ireland students can also apply for a
Education Authorities
been received. You will be liable for payment of the full fee • You may be withdrawn from your course Maintenance Grant via Student Universal Support Ireland
Western Region, 028 8241 1411
if this letter is not provided. • You may not be able to sit exams for any NWRC (SUSI). For details visit: susi.ie.
Northern Region, 028 2565 3333
course you are enrolled on
If you have not received funding for your tuition fees Students in receipt of benefits, should contact their
• You may not be able to access any College facilities Student Finance Advisors
from the SLC then your fee must be paid on enrolment local Welfare Office for eligibility information on Back to
or our computer network Student Finance NI, 0300 100 0077
however, Direct Debit / instalment arrangements are Education Allowance.
• You may not be able to progress to the next year of
available for students to pay their fees on a monthly basis, your course, or enrol on an alternative NWRC course Strand Road Campus, 028 7127 6010
no more than 4 monthly payment/instalments. These will Hardship Fund
• Your name will not be included on any pass or Limavady Campus, 028 7127 8770
begin on the 15th (or nearest working day) of the month (Non-repayable means-tested fund)
graduation list We will aim to recover all outstanding Strabane Campus, 028 7127 6033
following the date of enrolment. The College may provide help to students with evidence
money that is owed to the College.
of financial hardship via the College Hardship Fund. UK Email: studentfinance@nwrc.ac.uk
Students who wish to avail of the Direct Debit / Instalment Students who are aged 18+ may be eligible to help with
Additional Fees
facility must pay an initial deposit of at least £400 on costs such as fees, maintenance, travel, accommodation,
enrolment with the remaining balance being paid over a • Graduation - If attending Graduation, students will be books and materials.
maximum of 4 instalments. Fees must be paid in full on required to pay a £50 attendance fee. Hoping to progress from
or before 26th February 2022. • Access Courses - Students undertaking a university All Hardship Fund applicants should previously have NWRC to University?
Access course will be required to pay an exam or applied to their local Education Authority in the first
registration fee. For UU Access full-time students If you choose a HND or Foundation Degree with us
instance.
Get in touch the fee will be in the region of £250, whilst the fee for with a view to progressing to Degree study, it will be
studentfinance@nwrc.ac.uk Queens (QUB) Access full-time for Health and Welfare your responsibility to check if you will be eligible for
Application forms are available from Student Services.
will be £150. Fees for part-time students will be additional funding at that College or university.
Contact hardshipfund@nwrc.ac.uk
Find out more
included in their tuition fee.
nwrc.ac.uk/higher-education Check with your local Education Authority.
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Your Career
Starts Here
Our Careers Academy delivers Workshops
bespoke programmes and interactive • CV Writing
workshops tailored to meet the needs • Interview Skills
of the student and help them reach • UCAS Registration
their employment potential. • Team-working Skills
• Personal Statement Writing
• Further Education Funding
Career Programmes
• Higher Education Funding
Together with our team of Career Advisors and support
staff we aim to support students in their educational • Progression
journey and help them meet their employment potential. • Presentation Skills for Zoom / Online Interviews
• Budgeting - Money Matters
Programmes are personalised to ensure progression • Introduction to Mental Health Mindset
through activities that are appropriate to students
• BeReady suite of Employability modules
at different stages of career learning, planning and
development. The careers programme includes careers • MMI’s (Multiple Mini Interviews)
education sessions, career guidance activities (group • 6 C’s of Nursing
work and individual), information and research activities. • Inspire Employability Programme
A high quality careers education and guidance
programme is crucial in helping young people emerge Get in touch
from college, university or training well-rounded and careers@nwrc.ac.uk
ready for the world of work.
Find out more
nwrc.ac.uk/careers
Award-Winning Careers Support
Careers Education & Guidance Award Careers Impact Strategy Award
Association of Colleges Beacon The Education Awards 2020
Awards 2018/19
Inspiring Talent Award Matrix Quality Mark
Irish News Workplace and For excellence in careers provision,
Employment Awards 2019 employability, advice and guidance.28 Higher Education Course Guide 2021/22 | North West Regional College Higher Education Course Guide 2021/22 | North West Regional College 29
Qualifications
Explained
With such a wide range of Higher National Diploma (HND) UK Qualifications
A Level 5 qualification that is equivalent to the second
qualifications to choose from, it can
year of a degree programme. A HND is a work-related
be difficult to decide which is the course provided by further and higher education colleges.
BTEC Level 3 BTEC Level 3
Access Diploma A Levels
Extended Diploma Diploma
right option for you. So we’ve put After completing a HND you can often progress straight
together the following guide to help into year two or final year of a university degree course. Grade UCAS Tariff Grade UCAS Tariff % Pass UCAS Tariff Grade UCAS Tariff
Profile Points Profile Points Grade Points Points
you understand what each one offers.
Higher National Certificate (HNC)
D*D*D* 168 D*D* 112 75+ 144 A* 56
A Level 4 qualification that is equivalent to the first year
Foundation Degree of a degree course. A HNC takes one year to complete D*D*D 160 D*D 104 70 - 74 132 A 48
A Level 5 qualification, which combines college study full-time, or two years part-time. After completing a HNC,
with work-based learning. After completing a Foundation you can progress to a Higher National Diploma (HND). D*DD 152 DD 96 65 - 69 120 B 40
Degree you can usually progress directly into year two or
final year of a Level 6 degree programme at university. Honours Degree (Hons) DDD 144 DM 80 60 - 64 108 C 32
A Level 6 qualification. An honours degree is a
DDM 128 MM 64 55 - 59 96 D 24
A Foundation Degree can be completed full-time over distinguished type of undergraduate degree programme.
two years or 3 years part-time. It requires extra modules/units to be studied, often in the DMM 112 PM 48 50 - 54 84 E 16
form of a dissertation.
Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) MMM 96 PP 32 45 - 49 72 - -
A work-based programme, which offers the opportunity to We currently offer a BSc (Hons) in Early Childhood Care,
gain quality training and a recognised higher qualification Health and Education, which provides learners with a full MMP 80 - - 41 - 44 60 - -
while in paid employment. Upon completion, you will have recognised degree. This course is delivered in partnership
MPP 64 - - 40 48 - -
gained a Foundation Degree qualification and two or three with Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT).
years of industry experience. PPP 48 - - - - - -
The aim of a HLA is to improve business practice by Find out more
nwrc.ac.uk/careers KEY: D = Distinction M = Merit P = Pass
developing a skilled and experienced workforce.
ROI Qualifications
Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher and Ordinary) UCAS and CAO points
2017 New Tariff UCAS Points CAO Points 2017 New Tariff UCAS Points CAO Points
at Higher [Higher] [Higher] at Ordinary [Ordinary] [Ordinary]
H1 36 100 - - -
H2 30 88 - - -
H3 24 77 - - -
H4 18 66 - - -
H5 12 56 01 12 56
H6 9 46 02 10 46
H7 - 37 03 8 46
H8 - - 04 6 37
- - - 05 - -
- - - 06 - -
For more information on course entry requirements or to view ILC equivalences
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OUR COURSES APPLY ONLINE
To apply for a Full-Time course you
must be 16 years of age or over on
ONLINE
or before 1st July in year of entry.
Please note, we operate a first come, first served
application process, so apply today!
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Services team are available to guide you through the
application process. If you would like help completing
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APPLICATION
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Learning (APEL)
APEL is a process through which the learning you have
gained from experience can be counted towards entry
onto courses. For more information about the APEL
process see page 18 or visit nwrc.ac.uk/apply
International Students 5 6
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and Conditions. It is important that you read the terms
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Study up to
Degree
Level ACCEPT ENROL START
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Associate
Student Status
Ulster University Queen’s University Belfast
NWRC is a partner college of Ulster University. When All students studying a validated Early Years course have
you study on a validated course, you are officially an associate student status of the Queen’s University Belfast.
Associate Student of Ulster University. This allows access to the Queen’s University Belfast
libraries and state-of-the-art facilities.
You can access a wide range of Ulster resources
and facilities, designed to enhance your learning Students on the Foundation Degree in Early Childhood
experience. You will be issued with an Ulster University Studies and HND Advanced Practice in Work with
associate student card (if you attached a photograph to Children and Families can gain entry into degree
your registration) which will allow you to use University programmes at Stranmillis College (Queen’s University).
services including the Library and the Sports Centre.
Letterkenny Institute of Technology
Find out more:
Students on the Foundation Degree in Early Childhood
ulster.ac.uk/associatestudents
Studies or HND in Advanced Practice in Work with
Children and Families can gain advanced entry into
Sport Centre and Fitness Suite Year 3 of the BSc (Hons) in Early Childhood Care, Health
Ulster University’s Sport Centres at Coleraine, and Education as students of Letterkenny Institute of
Jordanstown and Magee campus have great fitness Technology (LYIT) with associate student status at North
suites and a range of classes to help you be active. West Regional College.
For more information visit: ulster.ac.uk/sport
Progression Opportunities
Library
Early Years graduates have can pursue professional
As an Associate Student you will be able to:
qualifications in careers such as: Primary Teaching,
Special Needs Teaching, Play therapist, Speech
• Consult Library books in any of the University’s four
therapist, Occupational therapy, Health Promotion,
libraries in Belfast, Coleraine, Jordanstown or Magee.
Social Work and Psychology.
• Borrow books
• Request access to electronic journals
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Find Your
Course
Art and Design 36
Business and Administration 44
Care and Health 56
Computing and IT 74
Construction and Built Environment 80
Early Years (Childcare) 88
Engineering 98
Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy 112
Hospitality and Tourism 120
Media, Multimedia and Journalism 124
Music and Performing Arts 132
Science 138
Sport 146
Course Symbol Key
Interview Audition
Work Placement Portfolio
Information APEL (see page 18)
Session
AccessNI Check Associate
Student Status
(see page 32)
Health
Declaration36 Higher Education Course Guide 2021/22 | North West Regional College 37
Art &
Art and Design
Design38
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Art and Design
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate
Art and Design (Graphic Design)
(Subject to validation)
Course Overview ROI: 32 UCAS points and 4 OLCs
Course Code The purpose of this course is to subjects at Leaving Cert (Grade 04
603/0908/8 develop students as professional, or above) which must include Art,
Campus self- reflecting individuals who meet English and Maths.
Limavady the needs of employers within the -----
Graphic design industries. The course
Study Mode Entry is subject to a successful
is designed to equip students with
Full-Time interview, where you will be asked
art and design skills, knowledge and
to bring along a portfolio of your
Length of Study understanding, providing students
existing work.
1 Year with the skills to communicate their
ideas and creative output through
Awarding Body We also welcome applications
visual, written and oral presentations
Pearson BTEC from mature students who will be
with a focus on Graphic Design
considered individually based on
Course Contact practices.
experience rather than qualifications.
Gaenor Speer
028 7127 8761 Mentored by experienced, practicing
Assessment
gaenor.speer@nwrc.ac.uk tutors you will develop a portfolio
100% Coursework. Assessments are
Non-term time covering traditional print, digital
portfolio based and include written
Admissions Office print, advertising, illustration
assignments, critiques, presentations
(028) 7127 6000 and typography. This course will
and group work.
encourage learning in a stimulating
Progression and supportive environment and you
Eight units of study will be introduced
will have the opportunity to work on
throughout the year. All units must
live briefs.
be completed, six are core and two
are from the list of optional units that
Core Modules
curriculum staff will select.
• Techniques and Processes
• Typography
Further Study
• Graphic Design Practices
Students completing their BTEC
• Professional Development
Higher Nationals will be aiming to
• Contextual Studies
progress to a HND Level 5 in Graphic
• Individual Project (Pearson Set)
Design or into Year 2 at University level
(This will depend on performance at
Entry Requirements
interview stage) or into employment
UK: 32 UCAS points at A level (must
within the Graphic Design Industries.
include Art or Art related subject)
together with 4 GCSEs (Grade C
Your Future Career
or above) to include Art, Maths and
Graphic Design Agencies, Illustration,
English (Level 2 Essential Skills in
Teaching or Freelance/Self-Employed
Numeracy and Literacy will also be
Graphic Designer.
accepted); OR Level 3 Extended
Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3
Art and Design Foundation Diploma
or equivalent Level 3 qualification.
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Art and Design
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate
Art and Design (Arts Practice)
Course Overview Core Modules Assessment
Course Code This course offers you as a student • Professional Development 100% Coursework. You will be
603/0908/8 the opportunity to experience • Contextual Studies assessed on four units in Year 1 and
Campus aspects of 2D and 3D Art and Design • Individual Project four in Year 2. Depending on the units
Limavady disciplines with a focus on drawing, • Techniques and Processes of study some will be assessed at the
painting, sculpture, print, digital • Media Practices end of each semester (17week period)
Study Mode
media, contextual referencing and • Material Practices and some will be long and thin and run
Part-Time
professional practice,(commonly throughout the two semesters.
Length of Study know as Fine Art disciplines). Optional Modules
2 Years • 3D Practices Assessment is made up of practical
You will be offered the chance to • Printmaking work, sketchbooks, testing and
Awarding Body
develop a personal visual language academic writings. You will be required
Pearson BTEC
through experimentation with Entry Requirements to submit a copy of the work online in
Course Contact processes, materials and ideas and UK: 32 UCAS points at A-Level a digital format to assist with internal
Gaenor Speer will be encouraged to develop your (must include Art or an Art related and external marking.
028 7127 8761 own personal visual language within subject) together with 4 GCSEs (Grade
gaenor.speer@nwrc.ac.uk art and design. C or above) to include Art, Maths Further Study
Non-term time and English (Level 2 Essential Skills On successful completion of the HNC
Admissions Office You will be taught through a in Numeracy and Literacy will also students can progress to the Level 5
(028) 7127 6000 combination of studio based practical be accepted); OR Level 3 Extended HND in Art and Design (Art Practice)
workshops and lecturers over one Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3 Art at NWRC or can apply to a relevant
Progression day in College but will be required and Design Foundation Diploma or degree programme at university with
to undertake independent study equivalent Level 3 qualification. exceptions from Year 1 in some cases.
outside of college on a weekly basis
developing ideas and techniques. ROI: 32 UCAS points and 4 OLCs Note: University places would be
subjects at Leaving Cert (Grade 04 subject to students meeting certain
Building on previous experience in Art or above) which must include Art, criteria during interview.
and Design the course is designed to English and Maths.
deepen students knowledge across a ----- Your Future Career
broad vocational and academic base. Successful completion of the course
We also welcome applications
will enhance your opportunities
from mature students who will be
to develop as a professional artist
considered individually based on
Eight modules will be taught over accepting private commissions and
experience rather than qualifications.
the two years. Optional modules are engaging in Gallery exhibitions, work
subject to change due to curriculum for local arts centres or work within
All students must attend for interview
delivery and staffing. the education sector.
and present a portfolio of work to A2
standard, demonstrating aptitude and
suitability to the course.
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Art and Design
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma
Art and Design (Arts Practice) Art and Design (Textiles)
Course Overview Numeracy and Literacy will also be Course Overview Entry Requirements
Course Code This course offers you the opportunity accepted); OR Level 3 Extended Course Code This is an intensive 2 year course UK: 32 UCAS points at A-Level (must
603/0909/X to experience a range of Art Practices Diploma in Art and Design; Level 3 603/0909/X offering the opportunity to experience include Art or Art related subject)
Campus with a focus on Contemporary Fine Art and Design Foundation Diploma; Campus a wide range of textile practices and together with 4 GCSEs (Grade C
Derry~Londonderry Art, offering the chance to develop or equivalent Level 3 qualification. Derry~Londonderry design skills through exploration or above) to include Art, Maths and
a personal visual language through and experimentation with textile English (Level 2 Essential Skills in
Study Mode exploration and experimentation with ROI: 32 UCAS points and 4 OLCs Study Mode processes, materials and ideas. Numeracy and Literacy will also be
Full-Time processes, materials and ideas. The subjects at Leaving Cert (Grade 04 Full-Time accepted); OR Level 3 Extended
Length of Study course will expose you to some of or above) which must include Art, Length of Study The first year of the course Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3
2 Years the most contemporary practices in English and Maths. 2 Years encourages you to explore a variety Art and Design Foundation Diploma
Fine Art including digital multimedia ----- of textile processes, including printed or equivalent Level 3 qualification;
Awarding Body and installation work and will provide You will be required to present a Awarding Body and embellished textiles, weave and
Pearson BTEC opportunities for you to exhibit your portfolio of work to A2 standard, Pearson BTEC multi-media textiles before more ROI: 32 UCAS points and 4 OLCs
Course Contact work to the public. demonstrating your suitability and Course Contact specialist work in second year where subjects at Leaving Cert (Grade 04
Anne Bryce aptitude for this course at interview. Mary Harrigan you will refine ideas during design or above) which must include Art,
028 7127 6582 The course will support both 028 7127 6584 development and textile processes English and Maths.
anne.bryce@nwrc.ac.uk intellectual and practical skills Minimum age for entry will normally mary.harrigan@nwrc.ac.uk in order to produce more resolved -----
development in a stimulating and be 18, which may be waived in design outcomes.
Non-term time Non-term time A portfolio of work demonstrating
friendly environment, offering an exceptional cases.
Admissions Office Admissions Office your suitability and aptitude for
introduction to the subject area The course is intended to provide
(028) 7127 6000 (028) 7127 6000 this course must be presented at
via a mandatory core of learning Assessment you with a framework to support
interview. Minimum age for entry will
Progression as well as selected optional units. 100% Coursework. Throughout the Progression you to develop in-depth knowledge
normally be 18, which may be waived
We will encourage you to develop course you will be required to reflect and skills associated with this
in exceptional cases.
as a professional self-reflective and evaluate your own personal and specialist subject. It will encourage
individual who will be able to meet the professional practice in the form of both practical and intellectual skills
Assessment
demands of the creative industries written submissions. in a stimulating and supportive
100% Coursework. Assessment
sector. environment.
is at the end of each unit of study
Assessment is based upon individual
throughout the year and will be based
Core Modules submission of practical work, You will be introduced to a wide
upon research work, practical work
• Professional Development sketchbooks, presentations and range of research techniques and
and presentations
• Contextual Studies written assignments / reports. creative exploration that underpins
• Individual Project (Pearson set) textile design.
Further Study
• Techniques and Processes Further Study
When you complete the course,
• Media Practices On completion of the course you Core Modules
you may be able to progress into
• Material Practices can to progress into a relevant • Contextual Studies
a relevant degree programme at
• Professional Practice degree programme at university • Individual Project (Pearson Set)
university with exemptions from Year
• Applied Practice Collaborative with exemption of Year 1 and 2 in • Techniques and Processes
1 and Year 2 in some cases, or seek
project (Pearson set) some cases, or seek employment • Computer Aided Design (CAD)
employment opportunities in this field.
• Advanced Art Practice Studies opportunities in this field. • Fashion and Textiles Practices
• Professional Practice
Your Future Career
Entry Requirements Your Future Career • Applied Practice Collaborative
Textile Designer; Print Designer;
UK: 32 UCAS points at A-Level (must Professional Practicing Artist; Gallery Project (Pearson Set) Textile Technician; Small Business
include Art or Art related subject) Assistant / Curator; Education / • Professional Development Enterprise; Retail Buyer; Visual
together with 4 GCSEs (Grade C Teaching; Studio Assistant working • Advanced Textile Studies Merchandiser; Creative industries;
or above) to include Art, Maths and within the Creative Industries.
Teaching.
English (Level 2 Essential Skills in
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Business &
Business and Administration
Administration46
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Business and Administration
OCR Level 4 Higher Diploma
Administrative Procedures with ICT
Course Overview Entry Requirements
Course Code This course will provide you with UK: 32 UCAS Points and GCSE
601/1943/3 the knowledge and understanding (Grade C or above) in English;
Campus to undertake a range of complex
Derry~Londonderry administration tasks. The learning ROI: Level 5 standard qualification
experience is designed to develop in a relevant subject area and OLC
Study Mode
supervisory skills through practical English (Grade 04 or above) .
Full-Time or Part-Time
senior and supervisory activities in a -----
Length of Study realistic working environment in the Mature students, with relevant
1 Year (Full-Time) College setting. industry experience, may also be
2 Years (Part-Time) accepted subject to interview.
This vocational qualification also
Additional Fees
provides the qualifications necessary Interview Required.
OCR Registration Fee: £186
to apply for employment as an
LCCI WP Level 3 Fee: £55
executive/personal administrator in Work Placement
Awarding Body the public or private sector. There may be an opportunity for
Oxford Cambridge and RSA
work experience in the second
(OCR) Students are assessed by College- semester which provides a practical
Course Contact based OCR assignments. There insight into career possibilities in
Anne Marie Scullion may be an opportunity for work administration.
028 7127 6104 experience in the second semester
annmarie.scullion@nwrc.ac.uk which provides a practical insight into Further Study
career possibilities in administration. Progression opportunities exist with
Non-term time
other HE institutions. Also there are
Admissions Office Applicants can apply directly to opportunities to undertake either
(028) 7127 6000 employment in PA, Executive Computerised Accounts or Word
Progression supervisor roles with relevant Processing qualifications as part of
experience. the programme.
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