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Higher Education Guide 2021
Course Directory and Entry Requirements
Tariff Relevant
Skills or +/
Course Page Points/ A levels or BTEC or Other
Experience or
Credits Accepted
One 5 GCSEs at
HNC Business and Management 18 - A level or PPP or +
Pass Grade C (Grade 4)
5 GCSEs at
HND Business (Management) 19 32 C or PPP or +
Grade C (Grade 4)
Completion of
BA (Hons) Business Administration
20 240 - - - - - or HND/Foundation
and Management (Top-up)
Degree
One C 5 GCSEs at
HNC Computing 22 - A level or PPP or +
Pass Grade C (Grade 4)
Access to HE
FdA Criminal Justice 24 48 DD or PPP or or
Diploma
BA (Hons) Criminal Justice
25 240 - - - - - or Completion of FdA
(Top-up)
Satisfactory
FdA Early Years Practice 26 96 - or Early Years Education (EYE) at Grade C - - +
Reference
BA (Hons) Early Years Practice
27 240 - - - - - or Completion of FdA
(Top-up)
HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering National Certificate/Diploma in
28 - - - or + Interview
Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Engineering National Certificate/Diploma in
HNC Mechanical Engineering 30 - - - or + Interview
Mechanical Engineering
HND Electrical and Electronic Completion of
29 - - - - - +
Engineering HNC
Completion of
HND Mechanical Engineering 31 - - - - - +
HNC
Completion of
HND Manufacturing Engineering 32 - - - - - +
HNC
Access to HE
FdSc Exercise, Health and Fitness 34 80 CDD or MMP or or
Diploma
Access to HE
BA (Hons) Fine Art Painting 36 80 CDD or MMP or or
Diploma
Foundation Diploma in Art, One 4 GCSEs at
40 - A level or PPP or +
Design and Media Practice Pass Grade C (Grade 4)
Access to HE
BA (Hons) Game Art 42 80 CDD or MMP or or
Diploma
Access to HE
BA (Hons) Graphic Design 46 80 CDD or MMP or or
Diploma
Access to HE
FdSc Media Production 50 96 CCC or MMM or or
Diploma
Access to HE
HNC Applied Chemistry 52 - CCD or MMM or or
Diploma
Access to HE
FdSc Applied Microbiology 53 96 CCC or MMM or or
Diploma
FdA Social Policy, Health and One 5 GCSEs at
54 48 A level or PPP or +
Housing Pass Grade C (Grade 4)
BA (Hons) Social Policy, Health
55 240 - - - - - or Completion of FdA
and Housing (Top-up)
Certificate in Education 56 - CCC or PPP or + See Page 56
Postgraduate Certificate in
57 - CCC or PPP - - + See Page 57
Education (PGCE)
Audition and
FdA Theatre and Performance 58 96 - - - - +
Interview
BA (Hons) Theatre and Completion of
59 240 - - - - - or
Performance (Top-up) FdA/HND
Welcome to University Centre St Helens
We may be small compared to universities across the Northwest but this is what makes us unique
and able to provide a great community of ambitious and talented individuals, who are looking to
take the next adventurous steps towards their future.
From Higher National Certificates and Diplomas (HNCs and HNDs) to Foundation Degrees and
Honours Degrees, we have a range of full-time and part-time qualifications to ensure you are ready
to take on your ultimate career or secure an important promotion.
At University Centre St Helens, you will have unrivalled access to experienced lecturers, not to
mention smaller class sizes and lower tuition fees, which all contributes to your student experience.
You will benefit from modern facilities and learning spaces, including our multi-million-pound
libraries, newly refurbished engineering workshops with the latest industry-standard equipment, a
study hub, common room, IT suites, and our very own Starbucks.
We hope that you will consider joining our community of successful and inspirational undergraduates
and we look forward to welcoming you to University Centre St Helens in September 2021.
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Reasons to Choose Us
01. 02.
Lower Tuition Fees Heart of the Northwest
Our tuition fees are lower than We are situated in a great town
most universities, which means centre location, which can
you can make a real saving by offer a city-centre lifestyle with
not having to relocate or travel Liverpool and Manchester
long distances. just a short
train
journey
away.
03.
University Partners
Our qualifications are validated
and approved by our university
partners, giving you access to
their facilities and services as
well as ours.
04. 05.
Smaller Class Sizes Experienced Lecturers
Benefit from a friendly, Our inspirational and industry-
supportive learning environment experienced lecturers are
with regular contact with your passionate about their subjects
dedicated lecturer. and sharing their industry links
with you.
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Contents
Course Directory Fine Art Painting 36
Welcome 1 Foundation Diploma in Art, Design
40
and Media Practice
Reasons to Choose Us 2
Game Art 42
Degrees in the Heart of St Helens 5
Graphic Design 46
Our University Partners 7
Media Production 50
Meet the Experts 10
Microbiology 52
Your Graduation 11
Social Policy, Health and Housing 54
Supporting You 12
Teacher Training 56
Professional Qualifications 14
Theatre and Performance 58
Qualifications Explained 15
Terms and Conditions 60
Access to Higher Education 16
How to Apply 61
Financing Your Study 17
Business Management 18
Computing 22
Criminal Justice 24
Early Years 26
Engineering 28
Exercise, Health and Fitness 34
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Degrees in the Heart of St Helens
Located in the heart of a bustling town centre, we are surrounded by a range of shops, cafés, restaurants and fantastic
public transport and road networks.
The major cities of Liverpool and Manchester are also just a short distance away - providing great opportunities for our
students to take advantage of such as insightful trips, workshops, guest speaker appearances and industry placements.
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Our University Partners
University Centre St Helens has developed strong links with three of the Northwest’s leading universities; University of
Central Lancashire (UCLan), University of Chester and Liverpool John Moores University.
When you choose to study your degree with University Centre St Helens, you will receive the benefits of smaller class
sizes, quality teaching and increased contact time with our experienced lecturers, whilst enjoying access to the partner
university’s facilities and learning resources.
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
University Centre St Helens is proud to be working in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).
UCLan courses offered in partnership with University Centre St Helens are governed by the same course regulations as
courses delivered at the university and students will graduate with an award from the University of Central Lancashire.
Many of the programmes enable students to apply to progress on to a higher level qualification at UCLan, for example
progressing from a Foundation Degree at University Centre St Helens, to an Honours Degree at UCLan.
As a student studying on a UCLan award, you can enjoy the benefits of a range of university facilities and services, in
addition to those at University Centre St Helens.
UCLan Library and Learning Resources
A range of library and learning resources are available online.
www.uclan.ac.uk/students/study/library/index.php
UCLan Careers Service
UCLan Partner students can access careers support via CareerEDGE, which provides a range of online career-related
materials.
www.uclan.ac.uk/careeredge
UCLan Students’ Union
UCLan Partner students are automatically members of the UCLan Students’ Union and are welcome to get involved in
any of the Students’ Union activities.
www.uclansu.co.uk
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University of Chester
University Centre St Helens is an approved academic partner of University of Chester. We have a very strong
relationship with the university and it is our largest university partner. Students studying on a University of Chester
validated degree will have access to a wide range of resources.
Library and Resources
You will be able to access a variety of online resources including Moodle, the university’s virtual learning
environment, standard access to the library collections at any university library in Chester, Warrington and
Shrewsbury and access to e-journals and ebooks (subject to licensing terms) and Office 365.
Chester Students’ Union
Chester Students’ Union (CSU) is an independent charitable organisation, which aims to ensure that students are
supported and that student views and opinions are voiced at all university meetings.
Students studying at University Centre St Helens are still a very valued member of the Union and CSU will help with
any support you may need as a University of Chester student.
Careers and Employability
A range of careers information resources is available through Portal, which can be accessed by both students and
academic and personal tutoring staff. These resources are identical to those used by Careers and Employability staff
working with students at University of Chester.
Student Support and Development
Students registered for University of Chester degrees but based at University Centre St Helens can access all of the
online self-help resources available on the Student Support and Development Portal web pages.
8 sthelens.ac.ukLiverpool John Moores University
University Centre St Helens is proud to be a partner institution of Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), delivering
a strong Foundation Degree programme with them.
LJMU is a modern, civic university, in the heart of the thriving city of Liverpool, which supports students to maximise
their potential through degree programmes that are stimulating, challenging and exciting.
As a student studying on a degree programme, validated by LJMU, you will be entitled to use the university’s library
and resources at any of their three learning resource centres, as well as the Students’ Union.
sthelens.ac.uk 9Meet the Experts
As a University Centre St Helens student, you will be taught by industry experienced lecturers, all of whom make the
difference to your student experience and success. From practising painters to MBA qualified business specialists,
you will receive expert tuition, as their experiences, knowledge and industry contacts are shared, ensuring you get
the very best out of your time with us.
Wayne Robinson Tracey Turner
Fine Art Painting Lecturer Applied Chemistry Programme Leader
Lecturing since 1983, Wayne has previously held positions With a real passion for chemistry, Tracey has been lecturing
at Cumbria College of Art and Liverpool Hope University. since 2003. A proud member of the Royal Society of Chemistry,
Discovering a passion for drawing, painting and printmaking Tracey brings her knowledge and enthusiasm to the science
at a young age, Wayne has exhibited his work in Germany, laboratory, conducting highly practical sessions that ignites the
Malta, Poland, Cyprus and USA. student experience.
Robyn Wright Rohit Warikoo
Criminal Justice Programme Leader Business Management Lecturer
Robyn has a wealth of industry experience in both private and MBA qualified, with over 15 years’ industry experience,
charitable sectors, within the criminal justice sphere. With including high profile roles in business banking, Rohit brings
previous experience in the witness service at a range of Crown his extensive experience to the classroom, sharing real-life
Courts, Robyn has specific interests in politics and law. case studies, knowledge and experience with his students.
10 sthelens.ac.ukYour Graduation
Graduation is one of life’s most memorable events - a special opportunity to share and celebrate your
achievements with friends, family, classmates and lecturers and we love nothing more than ensuring your day
is as exceptional as possible.
As part of our annual ceremony, you will process through the town to St Helens Parish Church, where you will
receive well-deserved recognition for your accomplishments before heading back to our Town Centre Campus for
an exclusive canapé reception!
As part of our partnership with the University of Chester, University of Central Lancashire and Liverpool John
Moores University, you will also have the opportunity to graduate at one of their ceremonies too.
sthelens.ac.uk 11Supporting You
At University Centre St Helens, we have a range of dedicated support services available to you, to help you
overcome any obstacles to your success.
Our support services include a Safeguarding and Wellbeing Team, Chaplain, Learner Support Manager, Student
Liasion Officer, Careers Officer and a Student Finance, Welfare and Guidance Manager.
Academic Skills Workshops
You are able to access a range of free workshops that will help you to develop the higher-level academic writing
skills needed for success at degree level.
Delivered from the library, sessions will support students in developing analytical and evaluative writing skills,
revision skills, critical thinking, editing and proofreading skills.
Sessions available throughout the academic year include:
• College and Partner University Resources
This session introduces students to the University Centre St Helens library resources, the appropriate partner
university library resources and other key sources of information.
• Identifying Reliable Resources/Evaluating Sources
Providing students with the skills needed to successfully evaluate different resources, academic or otherwise.
• Referencing (APA or Harvard) and Academic Integrity
This session will cover the importance of correct academic referencing, plagiarism and academic integrity.
• 1-2-1 Help Sessions
Help using ebooks or finding online journal articles. Book in for a session by emailing Michelle Johnson on
mjohnson1@sthelens.ac.uk or by calling 01744 623256.
• Time Management and Organisation
• Note Taking
• Research Workshops
12 sthelens.ac.uk“I am really glad I progressed
from my level 3 BTEC Extended
Diploma with St Helens College
on to a degree at University
Centre St Helens. The amount of
lecturer support you receive is
absolutely fantastic!”
Natalie
FdSc Applied Microbiology
sthelens.ac.uk 13Hello Career.
Discover the value of a professional qualification.
Studying for a professional qualification can help you to discover a new career path, allow you to
progress in your current career, enhance your CV or achieve that all-important promotion.
We have flexible, part-time study options, that are designed to fit around your current commitments.
Many of our courses have various start dates throughout the academic year, allowing you to join us at the
beginning of each module.
We offer professional qualifications across a
variety of areas such as:
• Accounting
• Health and Safety
• Human Resources
• Management and Leadership
We also offer a range of full-time and part-time
Higher National Certificates (HNCs) and Higher
National Diplomas (HNDs), including:
• HNC/HND Business and Management
• HNC Applied Chemistry
• HNC Computing
• HNC/HND Engineering (Various Pathways)
Karl
CMI Level 5 Extended Diploma
in Management and Leadership
14 sthelens.ac.uk/hellocareerQualifications Explained
Higher National Certificate/Higher National Diploma (HNC/HND)
HNCs and HNDs are highly-regarded by employers and are considered more practical than a traditional degree.
Both qualifications provide a pathway into a particular career, helping to improve your job prospects, while
providing a natural stepping stone on to a higher level qualification.
Foundation Degrees
Foundation Degrees (FdA and FdSc), delivered in partnership with our university partners, are designed to equip
students with the skills and knowledge needed to develop a career in a particular industry. They combine work-based
learning with academic study. On completion, students often spend an extra year ‘topping up’ to a full Honours Degree.
Honours Degrees
Bachelors or Honours Degrees, such as Bachelor of Arts (BA Hons), Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) and Bachelor
of Engineering (BEng Hons), are standard higher education qualifications recognised across the UK. Usually, you
will study for 3 or 4 years, full-time. You can also ‘top up’ a HND or Foundation Degree to a full Honours Degree by
completing a final year of study.
Level Qualifications at this level include:
• A levels
• International Baccalaureate
• BTEC Awards, Certificates, and Diplomas (at level 3)
Level 3 • BTEC Nationals
• OCR Nationals
• NVQs (at level 3)
• Access to Higher Education Diploma
• Certificate of Higher Education
• BTEC Professional Diploma, Certificate and Award (at level 4)
Level 4
• Higher National Certificate (HNC)
• NVQs (at level 4)
• Higher National Diploma (HND)
• BTEC Advanced Professional Diploma
Level 5
• Certificate and Award (at level 5)
• Foundation Degree (FdA / FdSc)
• BTEC Advanced Professional Diploma, Certificate and Award (at level 6)
Level 6
• Honours Degree (BA Hons / BSc Hons / BEng Hons)
• BTEC Advanced Professional Diploma, Certificate and Award (at level 7)
• Postgraduate Certificate
Level 7
• Masters Degree
• Postgraduate Diploma
sthelens.ac.uk 15Access to Higher Education
Do you not have the required entry qualifications to study a degree?
Our one-year Access to Higher Education (HE) courses are designed to provide you with the skills and qualifications
needed for university study. Many of our Access to HE courses also offer direct progression on to degrees at
University Centre St Helens.
Whether you have just started to plan your future career, or are looking for a change in career, Access to HE
is the ideal first step to get you started.
We offer a number of pathways including:
• Pre-Access Skills for Further Study • Business and Management
• Applied Science • Health Professionals
• Art and Design • Humanities and Social Science
“After having my two children
and experiencing first-hand the
amazing job that midwives do, I
felt inspired to finally pursue my
dream career. I didn’t have the
required grades to go straight
to university, so I enrolled on to
the Access to HE Diploma: Health
Professionals.
Completing this course has
been a great way to prepare for
university. I’m so proud of what
I have achieved so far and I
cannot wait to start my degree
in Midwifery at Liverpool John
Moores University.”
Rachel
Access to HE Diploma: Health Professionals
You could take out an Advanced
Learner Loan to cover the fees for
an Access to HE course.
16 sthelens.ac.uk/accesstoheFinancing Your Study
We understand that making the decision to study at degree level is a big commitment, but it is important to
remember that there is a lot of information and additional support available.
Tuition Fees
All eligible, full-time and part-time undergraduate students are able to apply for a tuition fee loan to cover the cost
of their course fees. You will not pay back any of your course fees until your income is over £26,575 a year.
Yearly income before tax Monthly income before tax Monthly repayments
£26,575 £2,214 £0
£27,000 £2,250 £3
£29,500 £2,458 £21
£31,000 £2,583 £39
£33,000 £2,750 £54
Other Financial Support
Depending on your circumstances and your chosen degree, there are other financial support opportunities available
to you, such as:
• Maintenance Loans
• Adult Dependants Grant
• Disabled Students Allowance
• Childcare Grant / Parents Learning Allowance
sthelens.ac.uk 17Business Management
Studying a versatile business qualification can unlock a range of career opportunities, across local, national and
international business landscapes.
You will explore key aspects of business, from management to marketing, whilst developing your leadership,
operational and administration skills.
Business Management - HNC Validated by:
Modules:
• Business and the Business Environment
• Marketing Essentials
• Human Resource Management
• Management and Operations
• Management Accounting
• Managing a Successful Business Project Duration/Study Mode: 2 years, part-time
Progression Opportunities Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
Tuition Fee: £3,750 per year*
Successful completion of the HNC will provide you with the
knowledge and practical skills required for success in a range of Entry Requirements:
business-related roles. It also demonstrates to employers that • At least one A level
you are a clear thinking, analytical individual with a good grasp of • GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above in
current business affairs, challenges, and opportunities. English and maths
• BTEC National Certificate or Diploma
This qualification provides natural progression on to the HND • GNVQ Advanced, in any discipline
Business (Management) at University Centre St Helens, or directly Course Contact: Rohit Warikoo
on to the second year of an appropriate degree at another university. RWarikoo@sthelens.ac.uk
Career Opportunities:
HOW TO APPLY • Office Manager
Applications for HNC Business and Management are made • Sales Executive
using our part-time application form. Please visit • HR Co-ordinator
sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time. • Finance Assistant
*This HNC may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
18 sthelens.ac.uk/business-managementBusiness (Management) - HND Validated by:
HND Business (Management) is an insightful, nationally recognised
qualification, which builds upon key skills and knowledge previously
gained at level 4.
Year 1
• Business and the Business Environment • Marketing Essentials
• Human Resource Management • Management Accounting UCAS Code: 21NN
• Managing a Successful Business Project • Business Law Duration/Study Mode: 2 years, full-time
• Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
• Management and Operations Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
Tuition Fee: £7,750 per year*
Year 2
• Research Project Entry Requirements: 32 UCAS points
• Organisational Behaviour Course Contact: Rohit Warikoo
• Operations and Project Management RWarikoo@sthelens.ac.uk
• Business Strategy
• Understanding and Leading Change Career Opportunities:
• Global Business Environment • Sales Executive
• Marketing Professional
Progression Opportunities • Business Analyst
• Recruitment Consultant
This HND is a great stepping-stone to the BA (Hons) Business There is also an opportunity to study this
Administration and Management (Top-up) at University Centre St Helens. degree on a part-time, flexible basis.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for HND Business (Management) are made via UCAS. Please visit ucas.com using our institution code
S51. To study part-time, visit sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time.
* This HND may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
“I decided to study business
as I was looking for a career
change, building on my existing
experience as an Assistant
Manager in the retail sector.
I was also looking to study
close to home due to family
commitments. The small class
sizes gave me the confidence
to excel and graduate with a 2:1,
which enabled me to secure a
position in marketing.”
Sammie
BA (Hons) Business Administration
and Management (Top-up)
sthelens.ac.uk/business-management 19Business Administration and Validated by:
Management (Top-up) - BA (Hons)
The one-year, BA (Hons) Business Administration and Management
(Top-up) has been designed for those who wish to continue their
education and build upon the knowledge and understanding
gained from HND or Foundation Degree study, to achieve a full
Honours Degree. UCAS Code: NN72
Modules: Duration/Study Mode: 1 year, full-time
• Managerial Decision Making and Change • Leadership Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
• Improving Quality and Performance • Strategic Management
• Extended Research Project Tuition Fee: £7,750 per year*
Entry Requirements: 240 UCAS points
Progression Opportunities
240 UCAS points from HND Business
Graduates have secured career progression and promotion in (Management) at University Centre St Helens
management roles at supervisory and assistant management levels or achieved on a comparable programme.
and have also secured places on a range of national graduate schemes.
Course Contact: Ahmad Rana
ARana@sthelens.ac.uk
Alternatively, graduates can progress on to postgraduate study
in related areas, including teacher training. To progress on to the Career Opportunities:
PGCE at University Centre St Helens, a new application will need to • Senior HR Officer
be made. • Project Manager
• Business Development Manager
HOW TO APPLY • Supply Chain Manager
Applications for Business Administration and Management are
made via UCAS. Please visit ucas.com using our institution code There is also an opportunity to study this
S51. To study part-time, visit sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time. degree on a part-time, flexible basis.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
“The business and management qualifications at
University Centre St Helens offer rigorous and relevant
modules, aligned with the evolving business climate.
Our aim is to provide students with an outstanding
and inclusive education, acquiring employability skills
that allow students to advance in their careers and
seek further opportunities in the sector.”
Rohit Warikoo
Lecturer
20 sthelens.ac.uk/business-management“I have benefitted from great
lecturers and have made
lasting friendships. Achieving
my degree is something that
I never thought would’ve
been possible 10 years ago. I
definitely wouldn’t be where
I am today without University
Centre St Helens. Studying in a
relaxed setting, close to home
has made everything possible
for me!”
Rachel
BA (Hons) Business Administration
and Management (Top-up)
sthelens.ac.uk/business-management 21Computing
The HNC Computing is designed to increase your knowledge through practical learning, whilst supporting you to
become a confident professional, able to meet the demands of the fast-paced industry.
It also provides opportunities to progress into a variety of careers in the computing industry, including network
engineering, software engineering, data analytics, security, intelligent systems and applications development.
Computing - HNC Validated by:
Modules:
• Programming
• Networking
• Professional Practice
• Database Design and Development
• Security Duration/Study Mode: 2 years, part-time
• Managing a Successful Computing Project
Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
Progression Opportunities Tuition Fee: £3,250 per year
Highly respected by employers nationwide, HNC Computing provides Entry Requirements: Relevant work
a platform for progression on to higher level study at HND or experience and/or a level 3 qualification in
a related subject, as well as GCSEs at grade
Foundation Degree level.
C or above in English and maths.
It can also enhance your career progression opportunities in Course Contact: Steve Hibbert
supervisory, junior and middle management positions. SHibbert@sthelens.ac.uk
Career Opportunities:
HOW TO APPLY • Cyber Security Analyst
Applications for HNC Computing are made using our part-time • Web Developer
application form. Please visit sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time. • Network Engineer
• Data Analyst
22 sthelens.ac.uk/hnccomputing“Working in the NHS as a
Transformation Manager, I
was looking to develop my
digital skills to support my
career development. The HNC
Computing was a perfect fit for
me as I could study local on a
part-time basis, allowing me to
go to class in the evening after
work. The support I received
from Steve, the Programme
Leader, allowed me to juggle
my work/life balance perfectly.”
Shaun
HNC Computing
sthelens.ac.uk/hnccomputing 23Criminal Justice
Are you fascinated by the criminal justice system and the complexities of why people offend? Our degrees explore
this and more, through a diverse range of modules such as criminology, criminal law, deviance and mental health.
Delivered by accomplished lecturers with extensive experience, our degrees focus on real and relevant issues within
our current society, enabling you to apply theories to real-life situations.
Criminal Justice - FdA Validated by:
Year 1
• Victimology • Professional and Academic Development
• Criminal Law • Introduction to Criminology • English Legal System
• Political and Social Justice
Year 2
• Inside the Criminal Justice System • Criminal Law in Action UCAS Code: M900
• Researching Crime and Justice • Work-Based Learning
Duration/Study Mode: 2 years, full-time
• Psychology, Mental Health and Crime
Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
Progression Opportunities
Tuition Fee: £7,750 per year*
This Foundation Degree is a great stepping-stone to the BA (Hons) Entry Requirements: 48 UCAS points
Criminal Justice (Top-up) at University Centre St Helens, where
your skills, knowledge and understanding is enhanced through Course Contact: Lee Curran
specialist modules. LCurran@sthelens.ac.uk
Career Opportunities:
Graduates will also find the degree useful for entry into a range of • Police/Probation Officers
criminal justice related careers, including the police, prison service, • Paralegal
youth service, probation service and victim and witness services. • Court Staff
• Support Workers
HOW TO APPLY
A DBS check is also required.
Applications for FdA Criminal Justice are made via UCAS. Please
visit ucas.com using our institution code S51. To study part-time, There is also an opportunity to study this
visit sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time. degree on a part-time, flexible basis.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
24 sthelens.ac.uk/criminaljusticeCriminal Justice (Top-up) Validated by:
- BA (Hons)
The BA (Hons) Criminal Justice (Top-up) is an insightful, multi-
disciplinary degree, which builds upon key skills and knowledge
gained at Foundation Degree level.
Modules: UCAS Code: M211
• Policing and Prisons • Substance Misuse and Crime Duration/Study Mode: 1 year, full-time
• Crime and Justice Practitioner • Dissertation
• Law, Responsibility and Management Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
Tuition Fee: £7,750 per year*
This BA (Hons) (Top-up) will introduce you to higher level legal and
criminological research skills, giving you the opportunity to produce Entry Requirements: 240 UCAS points
a dissertation linked to an appropriate area of interest.
240 UCAS points from FdA Criminal Justice
at University Centre St Helens or achieved
Progression Opportunities on a comparable programme.
As a graduate, you may choose to progress on to formal legal Course Contact: Lee Curran
training, teacher training, or postgraduate study. Whilst not a LCurran@sthelens.ac.uk
qualifying law degree, this degree could lead to the next academic Career Opportunities:
stage of training, for those intending to pursue a career as a • Police Officer
Solicitor or Barrister. • Victim and Witness Services
• Legal Professional
HOW TO APPLY
A DBS check is also required.
Applications for BA (Hons) Criminal Justice (Top-up) are made
via UCAS. Please visit ucas.com using our institution code S51. There is also an opportunity to study this
To study part-time, visit sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time. degree on a part-time, flexible basis.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
“The lecturing team are so
supportive and knowledgeable,
especially with them having an
extensive amount of experience
across a variety of positions in
the sector. Very often, they will
stay behind after lectures to
offer immediate one-to-one
support and insight.”
Megan
FdA Criminal Justice
sthelens.ac.uk/criminaljustice 25Early Years
Our degrees, delivered on an evening basis, are suitable for practitioners working with young children in early years’
settings, schools and other areas of children’s services.
Covering a range of modules, you will explore theoretical concepts in a research context, applying the principles of
evidence and ethical practice to real-life situations and case studies.
Early Years Practice - FdA Validated by:
Year 1
• Personal Progression and Development • The Developing Child
• Technology in the Early Years • The History of Childhood
• Working in Partnership • Early Years Education
Year 2
• Reflection in the Early Years • Inclusion UCAS Code: X311
• Leading and Managing in the Early Years • Research Enquiry
Duration/Study Mode: 2 years, full-time,
• Safeguarding Practice within the Early Years
2 evenings per week (Wednesday and
• Health and Wellbeing within the Early Years Thursday).
Progression Opportunities Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
Tuition Fee: £5,000 per year*
This Foundation Degree is a great stepping-stone to the BA (Hons)
Early Years Practice (Top-up) degree at University Centre St Helens, Entry Requirements: 96 UCAS points
where your skills, knowledge and understanding is enhanced
through specialist modules. Course Contact: Karen Hunt
KHunt@sthelens.ac.uk
HOW TO APPLY Career Opportunities:
Applications for FdA Early Years Practice are made via UCAS. • Family Support Worker
Please visit ucas.com using our institution code S51. • Nursery Teacher
• Early Years Worker
All applicants should also hold a full and relevant level 3 Early Years A DBS check is also required.
qualification. Please visit the website for additional entry requirements.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
26 sthelens.ac.uk/early-yearsEarly Years Practice (Top-up) Validated by:
- BA (Hons)
The BA (Hons) Early Years (Top-up) is an insightful degree, which
builds upon key skills and knowledge gained at Foundation Degree
level.
Modules: UCAS Code: X325
• The Early Childhood Professional Duration/Study Mode: 1 year, full-time,
• Contemporary Issues in the Early Years 2 evenings per week (Wednesday and
• Principles and Pedagogy in Early Childhood Thursday).
• International Perspectives in Early Childhood
• Dissertation Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
Tuition Fee: £7,750 per year*
Progression Opportunities
Entry Requirements: 240 UCAS points
Successful completion of the BA (Hons) Early Years Practice (Top-up)
240 UCAS points from FdA Early Years
will allow you to increase your career prospects, higher positions
Practice or equivalent.
or management roles within an early years setting. Alternatively,
graduates may progress into positions within children’s services. Course Contact: Cath Barker
CBarker@sthelens.ac.uk
Many graduates choose to continue their studies with University
Career Opportunities:
Centre St Helens, progressing on to the Postgraduate Certificate in
• Nursery Manager
Education (PGCE), so that they can secure teaching positions.
• Special Educational Needs Coordinator
• Early Years Practitioner
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for BA (Hons) Early Years Practice are made via A DBS check is also required.
UCAS. Please visit ucas.com using our institution code S51.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
“Studying at University Centre
St Helens over the last three
years has been one of the best
decisions I have made. Not only
has it enhanced my career
opportunities and knowledge,
it has also given me a huge
confidence boost and self-
belief.”
Julie
BA (Hons) Early Years Practice (Top-up)
sthelens.ac.uk/early-years 27Engineering
Our nationally recognised engineering qualifications, designed in consultation with local and regional employers,
enable you to develop specialist knowledge and skills in industry standard workshops, alongside learning from
experienced lecturers.
Electrical and Electronic
Engineering – HNC
Validated by:
Year 1
• Engineering Design
• Engineering Maths
• Engineering Science
• Electrical and Electronic Principles
Year 2
Duration/Study Mode: 2 years, part-time
• Managing a Professional Engineering Project
• Optional Specialist Units Campus: The STEM Centre, Technology
Campus
Progression Opportunities
Tuition Fee: £3,250 per year*
Students who successfully complete the HNC could progress on to Entry Requirements: You should hold an
the HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University Centre Engineering National Certificate/Diploma
St Helens. The HNC is recognised by employers nationally and can in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
enhance career progression opportunities in supervisory, junior and or possess an equivalent qualification.
middle management positions. Alternatively, a level 3 VRQ in Electrical
Engineering is accepted.
HOW TO APPLY Course Contact: Cham Master
Applications for HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering are CMaster@sthelens.ac.uk
made using our part-time application form. Please visit
sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time. Career Opportunities:
• Automotive Engineer
• Electrical Engineering Technician
*This HNC may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details. • Design Engineer
28 sthelens.ac.uk/he-engineeringElectrical and Electronic Validated by:
Engineering – HND
HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering is an insightful, nationally
recognised qualification, which builds upon key skills and knowledge
previously gained at level 4.
Modules: Duration/Study Mode: 1 year, part-time
• Research Project
Campus: The STEM Centre, Technology
• Professional Engineering Management
Campus
• Further Mathematics
• Industrial Power, Electronics and Storage Tuition Fee: £3,250 per year*
• Industrial Systems
Entry Requirements: You must have
Progression Opportunities studied and successfully completed the
HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering
at University Centre St Helens.
The HND is a recognised progression route to further study at level
6, in order to achieve Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration or Course Contact: David Hilldrup
alternatively, to the final stages of a degree, which could provide you DHilldrup@sthelens.ac.uk
with Chartered Status.
Career Opportunities:
• Electrical Engineer
HOW TO APPLY • Maintenance Engineer
Applications for HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering are • Nuclear Engineer
made using our part-time application form. Please visit
sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time.
*This HND may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
“The HND covers a range of
practical and theoretical units,
offering learning flexibility
and real-life case studies in
the workshops. I commute 50
miles from home to study at
University Centre St Helens as
this qualification is not widely
available. The tutor support
has been exceptional- I will
certainly achieve my goal of
becoming a Nuclear Chartered
Engineer.”
Amy-Leigh
HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering
sthelens.ac.uk/he-engineering 29Mechanical Engineering – HNC Validated by:
Year 1
• Engineering Design
• Engineering Maths
• Engineering Science
• Mechanical Principles
Duration/Study Mode: 2 years, part-time
Year 2
• Managing a Professional Engineering Project Campus: The STEM Centre, Technology
• Optional Specialist Units Campus
Tuition Fee: £3,250 per year*
Progression Opportunities
Entry Requirements: You should hold an
Students who successfully complete the HNC may choose to progress Engineering National Certificate/Diploma
on to the HND Mechanical Engineering at University Centre St Helens. in Mechanical Engineering or possess an
equivalent qualification. Alternatively, a
level 3 VRQ in Mechanical Engineering is
HOW TO APPLY
accepted as entry on to this HNC.
Applications for HNC Mechanical Engineering are made using
our part-time application form. Please visit Course Contact: John Gilmartin
sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time. JGilmartin@sthelens.ac.uk
*This HNC may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details. Career Opportunities:
• Mechanical Engineering Technician
• Maintenance Technician
• Automotive Engineer
“I am really enjoying my HNC.
The technical side of the
qualification has really helped
me in my current role. I have a
deeper understanding of the
key principles of physics and
how they work in theory and
have been able to implement
these theories back in the office
to see how they work in practice
during the prototype stages of
design.”
Matthew
HNC Mechanical Engineering
30 sthelens.ac.uk/he-engineeringMechanical Engineering – HND Validated by:
HND Mechanical Engineering is an insightful, nationally recognised
qualification, which builds upon key skills and knowledge previously
gained at level 4.
Modules:
• Advanced Mechanical Principles
Duration/Study Mode: 1 year, part-time
• Research Project
• Professional Engineering Management Campus: The STEM Centre, Technology
• Virtual Engineering Campus
• Further Mathematics
Tuition Fee: £3,250 per year*
Progression Opportunities Entry Requirements: You must have
studied and successfully completed the
The HND is a recognised progression route to further study at level HNC Mechanical Engineering at University
6, in order to achieve Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration or Centre St Helens.
alternatively, to the final stages of a degree, which could provide
Course Contact: John Gilmartin
you with Chartered Status.
JGilmartin@sthelens.ac.uk
HOW TO APPLY Career Opportunities:
Applications for HND Mechanical Engineering are made using • Mechanical Engineer
• Control and Instrumentation Engineer
our part-time application form. Please visit
• Nuclear Engineer
sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time.
*This HND may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
sthelens.ac.uk/he-engineering 31Manufacturing Engineering – HND Validated by:
HND Manufacturing Engineering is a one-year qualification that
allows you to study a range of compulsory and specialist modules.
It also builds upon key skills and knowledge previously gained at
level 4.
Modules: Duration/Study Mode: 1 year, part-time
• Research Project Campus: The STEM Centre, Technology
• Professional Engineering Management Campus
• Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Tuition Fee: £3,250 per year*
• Lean Manufacturing
• Optional Specialist Units Entry Requirements: You must have
• Advanced Manufacturing Technology successfully completed the HNC
Manufacturing Engineering at University
Progression Opportunities Centre St Helens, or on a comparable
programme with another institution.
The HND is a recognised progression route to further study at level Course Contact: Mark Beesley
6, in order to achieve Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration or MBeesley@sthelens.ac.uk
alternatively, to the final stages of a degree, which could provide
you with Chartered Status. Career Opportunities:
• Aerospace Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
HOW TO APPLY • Maintenance Engineer
Applications for HND Manufacturing Engineering are made
using our part-time application form. Please visit
sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time.
*This HND may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
“Studying engineering at University Centre St
Helens opens the door to an exciting world of
engineering, manufacturing and maintenance. The
qualifications deliver what employers are looking
for including mechanical, maintenance, electrical,
control, or robotics engineering. The addition of
newly refurbished workshops brings to life students’
knowledge using industry-standard equipment.”
Kevin Dunk
Engineering Lecturer
32 sthelens.ac.uk/he-engineering“Studying part-time allowed
me to gain work experience
and the lectures provided a
great balance of both theory
and practical elements. It was
fantastic to learn from lecturers
who are industry experts, having
worked within the engineering
industry themselves. They gave
invaluable insight and support.
I have now progressed on to
University of Chester to study
BEng Mechanical Engineering.”
Antony
HNC Mechanical Engineering
sthelens.ac.uk/he-engineering 33Exercise, Health and Fitness
Our Foundation Degree covers a range of topics that influence health, fitness and wellbeing. It examines the effect of
lifestyle choices on health such as nutrition as well as physical, psychological and environmental factors.
You also have the opportunity to undertake additional qualifications in fitness instructing and personal training, to
enhance your career opportunities within the health and fitness industry.
Exercise, Health and Fitness – FdSc Validated by:
Year 1
• Anatomy for Exercise • Health-Related Fitness
• Introduction to Research Methods • Exercise Physiology
• Introduction to Public Health Promotion
• Fitness Instruction and Exercise Prescription
Year 2 UCAS Code: C610
• Nutrition for Health and Exercise • Role of the Personal Trainer
Duration/Study Mode: 2 years, full-time
• Further Research Methods • Health and Exercise Psychology
• Health Perspectives and Physical Activity Interventions Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
• Employability Skills for Exercise, Health and Fitness
Tuition Fee: £7,750 per year*
Progression Opportunities Entry Requirements: 80 UCAS points
Graduates have the opportunity to progress on to the third year of the Course Contact: Chris O’Keeffe
BSc (Hons) Physical Activity and Health at the University of Chester. COkeeffe@sthelens.ac.uk
Career Opportunities:
Previous graduates have progressed into careers including personal • Personal Trainer
training, gym management, public health, lifestyle specialists, sports • Health Club Manager
coaches, PE teaching and community health improvement. • Health and Wellbeing Adviser
• Nutrition Adviser
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for Exercise, Health and Fitness are made via UCAS. There is also an opportunity to study this
Please visit ucas.com using our institution code S51. To study degree on a part-time, flexible basis.
part-time, visit sthelens.ac.uk/apply-part-time.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
34 sthelens.ac.uk/exercisehealth“After overcoming a serious
illness, I discovered my passion
for fitness and decided the best
way to achieve my career in
exercise physiology would be to
study a degree. Having been out
of education for some time with
no A level qualifications, I was
delighted to learn that my work
experience and related skills
from the workplace provided
entry on to the degree.”
Dannielle
FdSc Exercise, Health and Fitness
sthelens.ac.uk/exercisehealth 35Fine Art Painting
This painting degree is one of only a few available across the country. From day one of your studies, you will
innovate, create and explore your own practice as an artist.
Based in your studio, you will respond to a range of creative, technical, philosophical and aesthetic processes, whilst
learning from experienced lecturers, who are active professionals with national and international exhibition profiles.
Fine Art Painting - BA (Hons) Validated by:
Year 1
• Introduction to Painting • Contextual Studies
• Academic and Personal Development
• Drawing Process
• Image Capture and Collage into Painting
Year 2 UCAS Code: W120
• Painting Language and Identity • Painting Critical Study
Duration/Study Mode: 3 years, full-time
• Career, Studio and Gallery Practice
• Drawing Personal Development Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
Year 3 Tuition Fee: £7,750 per year*
• Painting Major Study • Critical Study in Context Entry Requirements: 80 UCAS points
• Professional Presentation
Course Contact: Jenny Eden
Progression Opportunities JEden@sthelens.ac.uk
Career Opportunities:
Previous graduates have set up their own studios, galleries or • Curator
workshop centres, whilst others have undertaken additional • Art Restorer
qualifications. • Secondary School Teacher
• Art Therapist
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for Fine Art Painting are made via UCAS. Please visit ucas.com using our institution code S51.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
36 sthelens.ac.uk/fineartExhibition Opportunities
Our annual BA2 showcase provides Fine Art Painting students with a unique opportunity to exhibit their
paintings in an exhibition, viewed by friends, family and the local and regional arts community.
“Every unit on my degree
is unique – it’s a chance to
experiment, get messy and
have fun as you find your feet
and begin to discover who you
are as an artist. I particularly like
the personal, creative nature of
it too - we are a small group so
we have become good friends
very quickly and explore ideas
together.”
Kat
BA (Hons) Fine Art Painting
sthelens.ac.uk/fineart 37Nicola Bolton 38 View our online exhibition to explore students’ work: vortex-2020.com
Rosie Shaw Kat Hickey
Chloe Pennington
View our online exhibition to explore students’ work: vortex-2020.com 39Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media Practice
This Foundation Diploma is an intensive one-year course, which bridges the gap between sixth form or college and
university. It will enable you to develop the necessary skills and portfolio to undertake an art and design specialism
at degree level.
The various creative projects you will undertake will allow you to explore new ideas, materials, processes and
technologies, identifying your main areas of interest.
There are three stages to this course: Validated by:
Exploratory Stage
You will experience a range of assignment types, dealing with
different materials, skills and basic techniques.
Pathway Stage
Entry Requirements:
You will develop the skills you have learned in the exploratory stage You should have at least one A level (or an
and will explore the skills, attitudes and techniques specific to your equivalent level 3 qualification) and four
chosen pathway (fine art, fashion/textiles, 3D design, or graphic GCSEs at grade 4 (equivalent to grade C) or
design/illustration). above.
Confirmatory Stage Course Fee: £5,421 per year.*
*Course fee is subject to change. If you
You will work in your specialist discipline. A final project is required
and you are expected to exhibit work at the end of the course. are under the age of 19 (on or before 31st
In addition to the above stages, you will be supported with your August 2021), you are entitled to free
tuition. If you are aged 19+, you could
applications to university and portfolio compilation for interviews.
choose to apply for an Advanced Learner
Loan to cover your course fees.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are made using our adult application form. Course Contact:
Please visit sthelens.ac.uk/adults-apply. This course does not Fiona Stirling
require applications to be made via UCAS. FStirling@sthelens.ac.uk
40 sthelens.ac.uk/fdartPeter Cadman
Ian Hodgkinson
“This course gives students the
opportunity to explore a wide
range of artistic disciplines
before specialising in their
chosen area. Students will build
a strong portfolio enabling
them to gain entry on to art
and design degree courses
at universities throughout the
UK, including here at University
Centre St Helens.”
Fiona Stirling
Lecturer
sthelens.ac.uk/fdart 41Game Art
This degree, designed by game art experts, will provide you with specialist training to become a professional 3D
games artist in the industry.
Aiming to replicate the working conditions of games studios, you will use the latest industry software, alongside
learning from experienced lecturers, who have previously worked with global companies on popular AAA game titles.
Game Art - BA (Hons) Validated by:
Year 1
• Visual Studies • Modelling for Game Art
• Level Creation • Game Studies
Year 2
• Character Modelling • Advanced Level Creation
• Game Culture • Advanced Modelling UCAS Code: W282
Duration/Study Mode: 3 years, full-time
Year 3
• Game Art Preproduction • Game Art Production Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
• Game Culture in Context
Tuition Fee: £8,250 per year*
You will be trained in using 3D Studio Max, Unreal Engine, ZBrush, Entry Requirements: 80 UCAS points
Substance Suite, Maya, Blender and other relevant software.
Course Contact: Dean Betton
DBetton@sthelens.ac.uk
Progression Opportunities
Career Opportunities:
The Northwest is a creative hub for the game development industry. • Game Developer
Previous graduates have gained employment with Rebellion and Sony • 3D Artist
in Liverpool, TT Games in Cheshire and Foundry 42 in Wilmslow. • Studio Manager
• AR/VR Artist
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for Game Art are made via UCAS. Please visit ucas.com using our institution code S51.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
42 sthelens.ac.uk/gameartTake advantage of a unique opportunity to complete an internship with a cutting-edge games developer
in your third year of study! Previous successful candidates have secured employment upon completion of
their internship.
“In my third year, I managed
to secure an internship, which
provided the opportunity
to work alongside gaming
professionals on live briefs
for clients. I completed my
dissertation alongside my time
at Atomicom, giving me the
knowledge and experience to
take my first big career step in
the industry, making a career
out of something that I love!”
Ryan
BA (Hons) Game Art
sthelens.ac.uk/gameart 43Kieran Westwood 44 View our online exhibition to explore students’ work: vortex-2020.com
Philippa Dobby
Connor Geraghty Ian Ye
View our online exhibition to explore students’ work: vortex-2020.com 45Graphic Design
This highly practical and creative degree reflects the current demands of contemporary graphic design practice, as
you explore design through a range of digital and traditional media.
Our established links with the Northwest’s design community provides a variety of opportunities to build your
portfolio, whilst collaborating with local design studios, and working on live projects for creative organisations.
Graphic Design - BA (Hons) Validated by:
Year 1
• Visual Communication • Ideas and Concepts
• Typography • Live Project
Year 2
• Applied Research • Design and Production
• Contemporary Media • Work-Related Learning UCAS Code: W211
• Studio Practice
Duration/Study Mode: 3 years, full-time
Year 3 Campus: St Helens, Town Centre Campus
• Major Project • Research Report
• Client Brief • Professional Practice Tuition Fee: £8,250 per year*
Entry Requirements: 80 UCAS points
Progression Opportunities
Course Contact: Damyon Garrity
Recent graduates have gained employment both nationally and DGarrity@sthelens.ac.uk
internationally. Career Opportunities:
• Graphic Designer
The degree continues to produce innovative and respected • Film and Video Editor
designers, including Entyce Design winners, Penguin Book Award • Creative Director
finalists and E4 E Sting winners. • Illustrator
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for Graphic Design are made via UCAS. Please visit ucas.com using our institution code S51.
*This degree may incur additional costs. Please visit uc.sthelens.ac.uk for further details.
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